Juan E. Guerra passed away peacefully in San Antonio, Texas, on January 12, 2024, surrounded by his family., at the age of 90.  He was born in Bastrop, Texas on March 30, 1933.

Juan worked as a ranch hand for many years. On March 24, 1952, he married his wife, Elida Gomez Guerra, who preceded him in death in 2018. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed making hot sauce and pan de campo for his loved ones. He most enjoyed scratching lotto tickets in front of a classic cowboy movie, with a dip of Skoal in his cheek. He will be missed tremendously.

Juan is also preceded in death by his parents, Manuel & Santos Guerra; and four brothers and two sisters. He is survived by sisters, Amelia Ramos and Noelia Gonzales (Jaime). 

Juan is loved and will be missed by his daughters, Maria Vigil (Norman), Isabel Guerra, Martha Perez (Marcos "Beaver"), Joann Hernandez (George), Laurie Garza (Ruben) and son, David Guerra (Michelle); 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; Angie and Jesse Flores; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Richard Wayne Lindley of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on January 13, 2024, at the age of 72. He was a beloved and adoring son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Richard, who always went by Rick, was born on February 9, 1951, in Abilene, Texas to parents Walter Richard (Dick) Lindley and Norma Vondell Linville (Dale) Lindley. He had two sisters, Donna Marie, who was stillborn, and Verina Inez (Rina).

He married the love of his whole life, Judy Maye Hamilton, on December 23, 1971. They shared a love for the ages for over 52 years.

Together, they honored God and built a loving and nurturing home to raise their children and grandchildren in.

Richard Wayne Lindley is survived by his loving wife, Judy Maye Lindley and their children: Richard Wayne Lindley Jr. and wife, Sara, of Ennis, Texas; Shannon Lindley and her fiancé, Brian Heskett, of Arlington, Texas; Angela Gossett, and her husband, Daniel, of San Angelo, Texas. Rick had 10 grandchildren: Jaron Xavier, Avery Xan, Maddison Morgan, Abbigale Ellen, Katherine Grace, Claire Elizabeth, Emma Claire, Andrew Roman, John Nicholas, and Paul David. He is also survived by his younger sister, Rina, and her husband Steve Allen, and his niece, Julie, and her husband, Mike Zevecke, and their five children.

Rick has now joined his loving parents and eldest sister in Glory.

A celebration of life will be held for family and close friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Food Pantry at Freedom Fellowship.

Donna Kay Hollingshead, 71, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024.

There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hollingshead was born on June 15, 1952 in Del Rio Charles and Jean Tagliabue. She graduated from Massey Business College in Lufkin.

She is survived by her mother, Jean Goldman of San Angelo; her twin brother, Kevin Tagliabue and wife Mary of Burkburnett and her brother, Paul Tagliabue of Tomball; three nieces, Leslie Tagliabue, Stephanie Ebarb and Jennifer Tagliabue.

Robert Thomas "Tom" Brady, 87, of San Angelo, passed away at home on January 12, 2024.

Tom was born on May 5, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan to Thomas J. and Roberta (Dilfill) Brady. Tom married Royalyn Lockhart on September 25, 1966, in Denver, Colorado. They were married 45 years until her death in 2011. Tom graduated from Texas Western College of the University of Texas, now University of Texas at El Paso, in 1962. Tom worked as a civil servant for the U. S. Air Force until retiring in 1997, beginning at Lowry AFB in Denver, Colorado, and ending at Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo. He then worked at San Angelo local TV stations KSAN and KLST until 2010.

At his request there will be no services. Arrangements are with Robert Massie Funeral Home.

He is survived by his son, Thomas G. Brady and wife Cathy of San Angelo; by his brother, Terrance J. Brady of San Clemente, California; three grandchildren, Sariah Nowaratzky and husband Mark of San Angelo, Skyla Stewart and wife Maggie of Denver, Colorado, Sydnee Aceves and husband Diego of Godly; six great grandchildren, Bishop, Leyla, and Selah all of San Angelo, Kenzington, Benjamin, and Oliver all of Godly. Tom is preceded in death by his wife and by his parents.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to your favorite charity or the American Cancer Society, American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, Maryland 21741. Tom's obituary and online guest book may be viewed at www.robertmassie.com.

Raye Allen Conaway, Sr., age 79, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, in San Angelo, TX, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on 19 March 1944, in Colorado City, TX, to Otha and Alberta Conaway.

Raye, Sr. served in the U.S. Army for 24 years, with tours in Germany, Vietnam and Korea. His awards and citations include the Bronze Star, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Army Commendation Medal, and many others.

Raye Sr. served as a Police Officer for the University Police Department, Angelo State University for 16 years. Raye Sr. also loved serving the San Angelo Community by volunteering at the San Angelo Food Bank, and serving in many jobs and positions in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, affecting countless of lives.

Raye Sr. is survived by his children: Stewart Conaway of Centennial, CO, John Conaway of San Angelo, TX, and Raye Conaway Jr., of San Angelo, TX; 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; his twin-sister Faye Dickson, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife Jackie Conaway; his parents, Otha and Alberta Conaway, sister Dorothy Blakeney, and brother Thomas Conaway.

The family of Raye Sr. wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the Concho Hearts Hospice staff, and especially Brad Grissom and Aracelie Flores, lovingly known to Raye as “Pocahontas”. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be sent to the San Angelo Food Bank, Concho Hearts Hospice, or any charity of your choice.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in San Angelo. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 1:00pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

David Larkin Smith was born in Modesto, California to Larkin and Bonnie Smith on March 27th, 1946 and he went to be with the Lord on January 13th, 2024 at the age of 77 in San Angelo, Texas.

David was truly a “friend of God” as he served his Lord faithfully, with his wife Gaynell for over 50 years in ministry. They celebrated 54 years of marriage in September of last year. Together they founded Word of Life over 40 years ago and before that, they served as youth pastors at First Assembly of God in San Angelo, Texas.

David served in the United States Air Force and was stationed in the Philippines. While there, he saw a picture of Gaynell in another man’s locker and inquired about her. He learned her name was Gaynell Park and she lived in San Angelo, Texas. Shortly after this, the will of God brought David to Goodfellow AFB and he promptly found Gaynell and proceeded to win her heart, her love and ultimately her hand in marriage. God had a plan for these two and David knew a good thing when he saw it! They married in 1969 and had two sons, David “DJ” and Jason that were the joy of their life.

David loved to tease people and he loved to laugh and have a good time. He loved sports and enjoyed watching the games with his buddies, DJ and Jason. David loved to preach and minister to the people of God. He devoted his life to being a true shepherd. He loved God and fed his sheep and his lambs. Truth, sound doctrine was everything to him.

David loved to travel with Gaynell and he especially loved “cruising.” They were also blessed to go to Israel twice, which was life-changing to both of them. Wherever they went, they loved and prayed for people and made life-long friends.

David loved to read, study, and pray. He loved the Word of God and the gifts and moving of the Holy Spirit. He always welcomed the Holy Spirit and made a place for Him to move in the church services. The Holy Spirit never failed to show up and amaze us! We have had so many precious and powerful times at the altars of Word of Life! Lives forever changed because of David’s love and faithfulness to God!

Over the course of David’s life in ministry, he has preached in the neighborhood of 6000 messages, performed countless weddings, funerals, water baptisms and baby dedications. Through thousands of altar calls, countless souls were saved, healed, delivered and filled with the Holy Spirit. David went wherever people were hurting and needing Jesus. He was known by name in local hospitals, nursing homes and jails throughout San Angelo. He was known by his love! What a “Legacy of Love” he has left for us to continue in honor of him and Jesus!

In addition to his Parents, Larkin and Bonnie Smith, he was preceded in death by his in-laws, Reverend H.P. and Louise Park, his beloved Son, David “DJ” Smith, and Brother-in-Law Don Langum.

David is lovingly remembered by his Wife, Gaynell, his beloved Son Jason Smith and daughter-in-love Angela, daughter-in-love April Smith, Grandchildren, Gunnar, Sterling, Seth, Kamryn, Ashlin, Addison, and Josh, Sister, Sandy Langum, Brother Gary Park and wife Pam, Nephew, Jeff Langum and wife Sara, Niece Leslie Williams and husband Monty, Becky Langum, Krissy Blex and husband Tony.

There are so many more awesome family members and devoted friends…too many to mention, but you ALL know you were special, loved and prayed for by Pastor David Smith.

We know that he was greeted at Heaven’s Gate by the Lord with His arms wide open, saying, “Well Done, My good and faithful servant”... because he was.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Word of Life Assembly of God. The burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers for the service will be Jerry Searcy, David Springer, Billy Frazier, James McWilliams, Buddy Blake and Terry Gauwain. Honorary pallbearers for the service will be Michael Hall, Danny Hall, James Vanover, Lloyd Hablizel, Stephen Whitlock and Dan Springer.

Family and friends may share condolences and sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Doris Gem Dehnel (Downey) passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024.

Doris was born January 28, 1933 at home in Coleman County. She was the youngest of five children born to Patrick Wesley Downey and Fanny Fern Downey (Wilson).

Doris grew up on the family farm and attended school in Mozelle. After graduating in 1950, she enrolled in the Shannon West Texas Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in San Angelo, which included classes at San Angelo College (SAC). As a member of the college band, she met Robert Edward Lee Dehnel and they would marry on May 24, 1952 in the chapel at First Baptist Church.

Student nurses were not allowed to be married and thus she would not complete her nursing degree. She would be a housewife and travel with Robert as he worked in road construction around the state. Doris and Robert had 3 children, Robert Jr. "Eddie" born in San Angelo, Charlotte Diane born in El Paso, and Robin LeFern born in Amarillo. In 1970, they would settle in the Grape Creek community. She was a stay-at-home mom until the late 70's at which time she attained her CDL license and drove a school bus for Grape Creek ISD until she retired.

Doris learned a special recipe from Naomi Ditmore (which the family is forever grateful) for how to make "Aunt Doris' divinity". It was always made in large quantities for the Downey New Year family reunion every year in Coleman for over 3 decades. Friends and family were also gifted with its deliciousness.

In April 2004, she earned the title "Mamaw" when her only grandchild, Berit Calais was born and would spend her time doting on her.

Doris is survived by her husband Robert; her son, Eddie; her daughter, Robin and son-in-law Michael Smith; granddaughter, Berit Smith, two sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, 13 nieces, and 14 nephews.

Doris is preceded in death by her parents, Patrick and Fanny; her brothers and their spouses, Malcolm (Zelma), Glynn (Sing), Sherwood (Jean), and sister, Patsy (Billy), daughter, Charlotte, 6 brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law, six nephews, and one niece.

The family would like to thank all those who assisted Doris in the last year of her life: the Shannon nurses, doctors, nurses aides too numerous to name, the wonderful staff at Regency House, the compassionate nurses and staff at Sagecrest and Hospice of San Angelo who made her comfortable until the end, and the employees of Robert Massie Funeral Home.
 

Robert Reyes Villescaz, 77, of San Angelo, TX passed away peacefully January 12, 2024 surrounded by family. He was born in San Angelo, TX on August 26, 1946.

Robert graduated from San Angelo Central High. On September 23, 1967 he married the love of his life Oralia Sanchez Bastardo. Robert worked in the drugstore business for 42 years total, working for Warren Drug 20 years and Eckerd Drug 22 years. He served proudly in the Texas Army National Guard for 10 years from 1964 to 1974. Robert had a passion for cooking, drawing and serving his community in his ministry work.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Amanda Villescaz Alvarez. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 56 years Oralia; son Robert B. Villescaz and wife Hope; daughter Adela Estrada and husband Billy; grandchildren Olivia Hinojosa and husband Justin Hinojosa, Analicia Alvarez, Alex Romero and husband Gabriel Romero, Robert Anthony Villescaz, Krystal Villescaz Hernandez, “AJ” Estrada and Makahla Moran; 6 great grandchildren; brothers Dan Villescaz and wife Mary, Joe Villescaz and wife Denise and Jesse Villescaz; sisters Sylvia Damazio and husband Tom and Mary Luna; numerous nieces and nephews and special friends John Halfmann, Juan Munoz and Gilbert Villareal.

A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in the chapel of Johnson's Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 18, 2024 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be AJ Estrada, Tony Deluna, Armando Villescaz, Daniel Villescaz, Ruben Luna, Jesse Villescaz and Noah Romero. Family and friends are invited to sign an online guest book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com

Estefana R. Villarreal, 60, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024, in San Angelo surrounded by loved ones.

The Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be at 10:00 AM Monday, January 15, 2024, with Freddy Perez, officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Ms. Villarreal was born January 18, 1963, in Fort Stockton to Jose Villarreal Sr. and Romanita Hernandez. Estefana or as many would call her "Sophie" has been a lifelong resident of San Angelo. She worked for Ethicon, a Johnson & Johnson Company, as a finish goods release tech and recently celebrated 32 years with the company. She attended church at St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Marys Catholic Church. Sophie loved working. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan and an all-around sports enthusiast. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and grand pup. Sophie supported her family and friends whenever she could. Her motto was to always enjoy life because tomorrow is never promised. She did just that, she lived a beautiful life.

Survivors include her son, Conrad Duran and wife Lindsey of San Angelo; a daughter, Mercedes Torres and significant other Felipe Cortez of San Angelo; three sisters, Connie Villarreal of San Angelo, Mary Helen Fernandez and husband Ernest of Amarillo, and Romanita Macias and husband Greg of San Angelo; her mother, Romanita Hernandez and husband Phillip of San Angelo; two grandchildren, Ivy Fields and Navi Cortez both of San Angelo; her grand pup, Joey. She had a special connection with her nieces and nephews as well as her great nieces and nephews.

Sophie was preceded in death by her father Jose Villarreal Sr.; brother, Jose Villarreal Jr.; and sister, Micaela Villarreal.

Her children would like to extend gratiude to her Ethicon, 4South, and Jiujitsu families as well as Tiffany with palliative care, Angela from ICU, and the HOSA team for all the love, support, and guidance they displayed during this difficult journey.

Cal was born to Margie and Cal Hengst Sr. in El Paso, Texas. Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Cal is survived by the love of his life, Pamela Meador Hengst; three sons, Noel and Brenna Hoff of Big Spring, Texas, Ashley Hoff of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Cal and Annie Hengst of Saint Louis, Missouri; 6 grandchildren; 3 sisters, Lelia and Johnny Foster, Marguerite and Jeff Lipton, Lisa and Cecil Lillard; and one incredibly spoiled goldendoodle, Daisy. Cal was a proud graduate of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, class of 1975, where he served as company commander Company L-2 and Lieutenant of the Ross Volunteers - the official Honor Guard of the Governor of Texas.

After graduating from Texas A&M, Cal served his country in the Army as a field artillery officer stationed in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He then returned home to San Angelo to help his father with the family business, Powell Glass & Mirror. Cal was an avid sportsman, traveling nationally for sporting clays tournaments, fishing and hunting trips - often with his lifelong friends Mike McAlpine and Roger Henjum of San Angelo. While Cal rarely landed the biggest fish or bagged the highest limit, he was always the first in line to clean up from the day. Cal loved mentoring youth and was heavily involved in Scouting, serving as Cub Master at Santa Rita Elementary through Assistant Scoutmaster of BSA Troop 363. He hiked 100+ miles through the mountains at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico and was honored with Mentor pins at more than a dozen local Eagle Scout ceremonies.

Cal’s family remembers him as a real Texan: he loved his family, watching the deer in Eldorado, a good ribeye, John Wayne, and the Dallas Cowboys. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Cal's favorite local charity, the Eldorado Game Association (PO Box 553, Eldorado, Texas 76936).

A visitation will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at First Methodist Church on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM.