Ann McDonald Hirschfelt died peacefully on August 27, 2025.

Ann was born in Winters, Tx, on September 26, 1936 and moved to Ballinger as a young child.

She graduated from Ballinger High School in 1954 and Baylor University in 1959 with a degree in Elementary Education. She married Gene Hirschfelt in Ballinger on April 18, 1959. They moved to San Angelo where they lived and enjoyed 53 years of marriage before Gene’s passing in 2012.

Ann was a dedicated and lifelong educator who served the students of San Angelo ISD for 25 years. She began her career as an Elementary teacher at Crockett and later Reagan. Then she served as an Elementary counselor in many schools and completed her years as a counselor at Glenmore. She retired from SAISD in 1998. Ann then began a second career as a University Supervisor for Angelo State in Spring 1999 and continued for 20 years through December 2019. At ASU, she supervised, mentored, and coached student teachers/clinical teachers continuing to make a positive impact on classroom teachers and students alike. She was blessed with many amazing coworkers over the years.

Ann has been a member of First Baptist Church from 1959. She and Gene served in the youth group as a young couple. She served many years as a preschool Sunday School teacher and as the snack lady for VBS. She was a member of the Alpha Beta chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society for educators.

Ann is survived by her son, Craig Hirschfelt of Houston; daughter and son-in-law, Claire & Jon Mark Hogg of San Angelo; granddaughter, Lauren Kornegay and husband, Nathan and great grandson Theo of Ft. Worth; and grandson, Luke Hogg of Washington, D.C. She is also survived by two sisters: Susie Robinson of DeSoto and Margie McDonald of Abilene. She was predeceased by her parents and her husband, Gene, and brother-in-law, Guy Robinson.

We will celebrate Ann’s life at a Memorial Service on Wednesday, September 3 at 2:00 pm at Southland Baptist Church. Elias Garcia will officiate. The family will greet friends immediately following the service. Her service is under the direction of Harper Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made in Ann’s honor to the McDonald-Hirschfelt Endowed Scholarship at Baylor University, One Bear Place #97050, Waco, TX, 76798-7050 or the scholarship or charity of your choice.

The family is forever grateful for the loving care Ann received at Lyndale Independent Living and most recently at The Crest West at Baptist Retirement Community. The staff of both communities cared for her so well and so beautifully in her last two years.

Patsy Cauley Waren went to be with the Lord, surrounded by family, on August 26, 2025. She was born on December 20, 1934, in San Angelo, Texas to Orvin Estelle Cauley and Stella Rawls Cauley who preceded her in death. She graduated from Lakeview High School, in the class of 1953, where she was voted most beautiful and Football Sweetheart. 

She married Bobby Waren September 5, 1953. She was a homemaker before going to work at Lincoln Jr. High for four years. Patsy and Bobby, in partnership with Steve and Jolene Hart, owned and operated Los Regalos furniture shop. She was later employed at Hemphill-Wells and Connies. She opened her own retailed store, "The Country Mouse" before retiring. 

She enjoyed following her grandchildren and great grandchildren in all their sporting endeavors. She loved entertaining her family on holidays, especially the 4th of July. She also liked watching golf with Tiger, the Dallas Cowboys and Longhorn football. She also enjoyed the adventure of traveling with family and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, brother Sonny Cauley, sister Betty Sue Ford, and great grandson Whitley Ray Marsh. 

She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Bobby Waren, children Cindy Eady (Joe), Joe Waren (Charla), Cheryl Marsh (Jimmy). Grandchildren Sheila Jackson (Ricky), Justin Eady (Angela), Michael Waren (Courtney), Melissa Kinney (Justin), Scotty Marsh. Great grandchildren, Jeremy Jackson (Annie), Cayce Hight (Chase), Landon Waren, Logan Waren, Taylar Kinney, Kason Kinney. Also four great, great grandchildren, Hudson, Creed, Stetson and Charlie. Siblings, Leo Cauley (Charlene), Lehman Cauley (Roxie), Sandra Bruton (Ronnie). Special brother-in-law Gary Waren (Brenda), and many very special nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be held Friday, August 29th from 5-7 at Harper Funeral Home. Graveside service will be Saturday, August 30 at 11:00 am, Lawnhaven Cemetery. 

The family would like to thank Randy McCrea for his time, and talent presiding over Patsy's service.

Dwight Asa Chalker, 74, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on August 24, 2025. He was born on November 14, 1950, in Marianna, Florida, to Ellis and LaVada (Gilbert) Chalker.

Dwight was a proud graduate of Louisiana State University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree, and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States Air Force. On May 25, 1997, he married the love of his life, Nyane Minter, and together they built a strong and loving family. He also had a lifelong passion for music and loved to play his keyboard in several bands.

He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, whose kind heart and steady presence touched the lives of many.

Dwight is survived by his wife, Nyane Chalker; children, Wade Chalker, Drew Daniels, and Courtney Chalker; step-children, Scott Trent, Amy Dunshee and husband Michael, and Jason Trent and wife Staci; grandchildren, Sierra Trent, Carolina Trent, Mason Trent, and Lillian Trent; great-grandchildren, Frankie Trent and Emmet Cowgill; brother, Gil Chalker and wife Kathy; and Dwight’s faithful dog, Sassy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellis and LaVada Chalker.

Barbara Ruth (Puentez) Urquidez passed away on August 24, 2025 at the age of 77, in Austin, TX. A devout Catholic, loyal wife, and devoted mother, she resided in San Angelo, TX for over 20 years

Born in Bronte, TX, the eldest daughter of Feliciano (Felix) and Paula (Ortiz) Puentez, Barbara moved to Big Lake, TX as a child, growing up alongside the man who would be her future husband, G. Edward Urquidez. After their marriage in June of 1968, they moved to Fort Worth TX and later Baton Rouge, LA where she resided for 30 years. Her career included working as the school secretary at Silverside Academy before retiring from the Accounts Receivable department of the City of Baton Rouge.

Upon returning to West Texas, she and Edward spent their retirement traveling and enjoying time together. Barbara also enjoyed spending her Tuesdays at the Station 618 Senior Center, joining other retirees in painting and other artistic endeavors. Her hobbies included tending to her plants, painting, watching British mysteries, college baseball and football, especially if the LSU Tigers were on a good run. (Good luck, Brian Kelly, cause Mom won’t be helping you from where she is!)

Family was extremely important to her. She loved nothing more than to visit her children and various relatives across the state of Texas. Whether it was trips to see hot air balloons cover the early morning sky or touring Edward’s old stomping ground in San Diego, where he was stationed in the Navy in the 60’s, there was nothing that made her happier than making memories with those she loved.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Stephanie Urquidez, her son Douglas Urquidez and daughter-in-law Andrea Martin Urquidez, her sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Rogelio Barrera, nephew Arthur Barerra, his wife Jessica Barrera, great-nieces Arianna and Isabella Barrera, great-nephew Adryen Guerra, niece Kris Ross and her husband Michael Ross, and great nephew Luke Ross.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Edward Urquidez, her parents Felix and Paula Puentez, and brother Arthur Puentez.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Santa Fe Crossing Senior Art Department Attn: Lola Squyres, Treasurer, 200 Las Lomas Ct. San Angelo, TX 76904.

A rosary vigil service will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Sacred Heart Cathedral in San Angelo, TX. A mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Cathedral. There will be an inurnment held at DFW National Cemetery at a later date following the services.

GEORGIA EMILIE MICHALIK SIMCIK died on August 25, 2025. She was born February 22, 1927 in Williamson County, Texas to Anton and Emilie Jansa Michalik, who preceded her in death. She attended schools in Williamson and Tom Green County and graduated from Shannon School of Nursing in 1947.

She married Wilford Joseph Simcik in 1947. They were members of the Wall Brethren Church, serving in many areas. She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Shannon Hospital from 1947 until her retirement in 1989. She specialized in Labor and Delivery. 

She was preceded in death by daughter Elizabeth (Beth) Simcik Stasey McCarver Cornelius, grandson John Benjamin Nichols Il, three sons-in-law, William McCarver, William Cornelius, Andy Dickson, four brothers, Edmond, Reuben, Albert, and Daniel, and three sisters, Libby Kutter, Esther Chasak, and Angeline Simcik and special niece Janet Simcik Huling Holland. She is survived by sister Noemi Drgac, daughters Deborah (Ben) Nichols, Becky (Andy) Dickson, and Paula (Bob) Palmer Kershaw; grandchildren Shane Nichols, AJ (Deanna) Dickson, Tim (Esther) Dickson, Catherine McCarver, Christine (Jacob) Curda, Zachary (Hannah) Palmer, Joseph Shonna) Palmer, and Jonathan (Whitney) Kershaw. She is also survived by 19 great grandchildren and one great great-granddaughter, special nieces Cindy (Roy) Martin, Kathy (Jimmy) Harris, Peggy (Gary Black, and Nancy (Shawn) Oliver, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. One of her greatest joys was her church family.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 29th from 7-8 pm at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, August 30th at 11:00 am at the Wall Brethren Church, with interment following at Lawnhaven Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to New Journey San Angelo or Wall Brethren Church.

Gordon Howard Emerson (96) passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025. He was born on August 8, 1929, in Minneapolis, MN to Oluf and Helen Emerson. Gordon lived a life of generosity, integrity, and faith. 

Gordon was baptized on October 21, 1929 in Oxboro, MN by Rev. A. Edward Peterson, confirmed at Christ Lutheran Church, Amarillo, TX on December 20, 1959 by Rev. William A. Johnson, and became a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, San Angelo, TX on November 22, 1970. 

Gordon graduated from Isle High School, Isle, MN in May 1947. Shortly after graduation, he entered the United States Air Force, where he served in Japan, Philippine Islands, Taiwan, studied Mandarin Chinese Language at Yale University, New Haven, CT as well as various bases across the United States before serving at Goodfellow AFB. Gordon retired as Senior Master Sergeant at Kelly AFB in San Antonio, TX on May 1, 1973 after 25 years of service and returned to San Angelo. 

Following his retirement from the USAF, he was employed at various jobs at Goodfellow AFB before his final retirement in 1991. 

Gordon loved gardening and volunteered at Trinity Lutheran Church taking care of the grounds - planting trees, mowing grass, and general property maintenance. He saw to it that the beautiful grounds reflected his love for God. 

Gordon married Margaret Anne Witt at Falls Church, VA on May 2, 1953. 

Gordon is survived by his son, Mark H, Emerson (Muriel) of San Angelo; daughter, Mary Ellen Emerson of San Angelo; granddaughters, Amy Emerson (Jason Hill) of Austin, TX, Rebecca Emerson (AJ Sohn) of Okinawa, Japan; grandson, Eric Emerson (Danielle) of San Angelo; great-grandchildren, Evan, Sebastian, Philomena, Maria, and Marcel; brothers, Kenneth and Vernon; and sisters, Beverly and Janice. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oluf and Helen Emerson; wife, Margaret A. Emerson; daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen Emerson and Charlie Fuson; grandson, Connor Dabney; and brothers, Robert, Dennis, Ralph, and Neil. 

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday August 29, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Allan Eckert officiating. Interment with military honors to follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Marvin Schulz Memorial Endowment Fund in memory of Gordon Emerson.

Frances May (Haire) Mathews, 90, of Copperas Cove, Texas, passed away on Tuesday August 19, 2025. 

She was born on December 20. 1934 in Lamar County, Texas to Arvel E. & Frankie Vernie (Crump) Haire. Frances earned a GED and later a cosmetology certificate from Jolly Beauty College. She then began her career as a Beautician working for herself at Petite Beauty Shop. 

Frances married Jackie on July 3, 1952 and had 2 children. The two remained together until Jackie’s passing in 2020. 

Frances was also a member of Belmore WMU and had a passion for sewing and crocheting. She will always be remembered for her beautiful handcrafted quilts, crocheted capes, doilies, and crosses. 

Frances was preceded in passing by her parents, Arvel and Frankie Haire; brothers, Robert Norris Haire and Donald Lee Haire; husband, Jackie Bailey Mathews; infant son, Neil Jack Mathews; and son-in-law, Rodney Edward Fischer. 

Left to cherish Frances’ memory are her daughter, Deborah (Mathews) Fischer of Harker Heights, TX; grandchildren, Matthew Fischer of San Angelo, TX and Jacqueline Rae (Fischer) Codner of Harker Heights, TX; great-grandchildren, Carson Wayne Codner and Rebecca Kay Codner, both of Harker Heights, TX; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. 

Visitation will be held from 4-8 PM on Sunday August 31, 2025 at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 10 AM on Tuesday September 2, 2025 at Belmore Baptist Church with interment to follow at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Serving as pallbearers are Greg Buchanan, Matt Fischer, Dusty Lilley, Carson Codner, and Aaron Haire. 

In lieu of flowers, the Mathews Family asks that you make a memorial donation in Frances’ name to the San Angelo Women’s Shelter. 

The Family would also like to thank Copperas Cove Nursing Home & Rehab Center, Heart of Texas Hospice, Crawford & Bowles Funeral Home, Johnson's Funeral Home, and Belmore Baptist Church for their support during this time. 

Delwin "Pudd" Greer, 67, of Eldorado, Texas, passed away peacefully in his home on August 23, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on March 7, 1958, in Durango, Colorado, to Douglas and Alma Greer. Pudd’s life was an adventure.

Pudd was the cornerstone of his family. He married Brenda, his true soulmate, on January 20th, 1983, and together they spent over 42 years raising three perfect children and filling their home with love and laughter. Pudd’s greatest joy in life was his grandchildren. He cherished every moment spent with them, always eager to spoil them with love and ice cream.

Pudd spent more than 36 years as a lineman and electrician with Southwest Texas Electric Co-Op, where he became a legend in his own right. Known for his exceptional skill, unshakable integrity, and tireless work ethic, Pudd earned the respect and admiration of everyone who worked alongside him. When help was needed, Pudd was your go to guy. Beyond his experience , it was his exceptional ability to connect with others and make them feel like family that truly set him apart. Pudd’s dedication to his family and the Co-Op lives on in the memories, stories, and acts of kindness he leaves behind.

Pudd was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Bryon. He is survived by his wonderful wife Brenda; his children Hallie Sosolik (Erik) and their daughters, Steelie & Charlee; Buddy Greer (Bekah) and their children, Devin & Jaelyn; and his son Dillon, and his children, Boston, Maverick, and Summit; siblings Elaine (Robert) Carlisle, Lloyd (Carol) Greer, Greg (Patti) Greer, and Sherry (John) Slater, as well as countless nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss his warmth, humor, and easy-going nature.

Pudd’s love, kindness, and dedication left a lasting impact on all who knew him. His warmth and laughter will be cherished by everyone he touched.

A memorial service to celebrate Pudd’s life will be held on Saturday, August 30th, at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Eldorado. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to a charity of your choice in Pudd’s memory.

Mary Ann Warnar Leavitt of Plano, TX and most currently of San Angelo, TX born July 11, 1944 in Ardmore, Oklahoma to Evelyn Faye and G.W Warnar, died August 24, 2025 at the age of 81. She is survived by her two daughters Sheri (Leavitt) Brodie and husband Tom of Hitchcock, TX, and Stacy (Leavitt/McCollom) Belk and husband Heath of Eola, TX, granddaughter Annisa McCollom and grandson Makee McCollom and the extended Epstein family. She was a stay at home mom for the majority of her daughter’s upbringing and then worked at Joske’s for a number of years as a manager of the linen’s department. She loved to read, loved to get her nails done and loved her daughters. Her faithful husband Dundas Leavitt Jr. preceded her in death. They were married for 37 years before his passing in 2004.

A memorial service will be held at The Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd, 3355 W Beauregard Ave, San Angelo, TX 76904 on September 5, 2025 at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Parkinson Society or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.