Patsy Booher Russell, 92, passed away on December 11, 2023, at her home at Lyndale Senior Living in San Angelo.

She was born on January 7, 1931, in Plainview, TX to John and Tessa Miller Booher. She had one sibling, Mary Lynn.

Patsy loved to paint and was an amazing artist. Although her mother initially thought she should pursue a different path, upon selling her first painting, her mother remarked, "Well, I suppose you do have some talent." Linda still has a room in her house dedicated to Patsy’s art, including the first painting she did of a fruit bowl with pastels and the last one of flowers that hung above her bed.

Patsy married James Russell on November 26, 1949, in Plainview. Together, they had three children, Linda, Rodger, and Trent. They moved their family to San Angelo in December 1969. The family was very happy and loving. They enjoyed spending their time camping, being at the lake, hunting, fishing, skiing, and spending time with their extended family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, James, and her parents.

Patsy is survived by her children, Linda Russell Schulman of Santa Fe, NM, Rodger Russell of Lubbock, TX, and Trent Russell of New Braunfels, TX; grandchildren, Shea Perry of San Angelo, Ethan Schulman of Austin, Julie Russell, and Jenna Russell of New Braunfels; two great-grandchildren, Haylie Perry, and Hayden Perry of San Angelo; her sister Mary Lynn Parsley of Midland; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins throughout Texas.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Harper Funeral Home with Bryan Elliot officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held in the Concho Room at the Fairfield Inn and Suites, 1459 Knickerbocker Rd, San Angelo, TX.

If you would like, donations can be made to Rust Street Ministries, a community outreach program, or a charity of your choice.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Sarah Burkes at Shannon Medical Center, Gentiva Hospice, Lyndale Senior Living and Linda Olesh, and finally her caregiver, Hope, for being the angel that was needed in her last year.

Glenn Ray Gerloff, age 88, passed away December 8, 2023, due to Alzheimer's. He was reunited at the Heavenly Gates with his beloved wife, Joan LaRue Behrens Gerloff.

Glenn was born June 29, 1935 in McLennan, Texas. He was the middle of three children born to Ollie Helen Holt Gerloff and Otto A. Gerloff, Jr. - siblings Don and youngest sister, Marsha. Glenn and his family enjoyed many trips and had excellent work habits. His dad, Otto, was an agriculture teacher and later developed land in Montgomery County. Growing up, the family owned a soda fountain shop where Glenn had lots of fun memories making milkshakes.

As a teen, Glenn got a job throwing newspapers. One time while throwing papers, he was run over by a city work truck turning a corner and Glenn was severely injured. The doctors managed to save his legs but he had to go to many doctor visits. As an adult, Glenn had several hip replacements on both hips. He had to deal with one leg being shorter and had to wear special shoes to accommodate for the difference. Later in life, he resorted to using two canes. He could really move with those two canes. Glenn was always resilient and able to bounce back from adversity.

Glenn's family lived in Temple during the high school years for the boys and Glenn graduated from Temple HS on May 29, 1953. He attended San Houston State College in Huntsville, Texas and the University of Texas in Austin and received his degree in Music. Glenn loved to sing, but his main passion was boats. While at the University of Texas in Austin, he worked for Bill Gaston of Glastron Boats and always had a boat from then on. In college, his boat was always full of classmates on weekends enjoying the water and the sun.

After graduation, he was offered a job with Balfour and moved to San Angelo, Texas to settle down. He purchased one of the first houses on Lake Nasworthy and worked for Balfour with two other sales reps. Through Balfour is where he met the love of his life, Joan. Joan quickly moved up in the company and became a sales rep like Glenn. The two of them traveled all over the west part of Texas selling Balfour products. They enjoyed hosting parties, cooking for hundreds of people from Balfour sales meetings to family lunches every Sunday after church along with hosting numerous family reunions with the Gerloff’s, Holt’s and Bradbury’s. He invented the famous "Guga Burger", which has made a name for itself for the peppered hand smashed patty and perfectly toasted bun. Glenn said the pepper and other secret seasonings made you want to come back for seconds.

Glenn shared his passion and knowledge for boating with friends and family. That knowledge was later passed down to his four granddaughters and great-grandchildren. He instilled in them a love for watersports and boating along with an appreciation for wildlife. From designing and then encouraging them to earn the golden slalom ski pendant to creating hats for their first polar plunge, he always made them feel special and accomplished. Glenn even made their birthdays special by having canoe and kayak races with very generous prizes. Glenn and Joan loved to travel far and wide to support their grandkids in their athletic games too.

When Glenn and Joan retired, they bought a houseboat on Lake Amistad and quickly made friends at the marina, located directly on the beautiful lake. They split their time between San Angelo and Lake Amistad in Del Rio. They had weekly barbecues, game nights, dinner parties and all the fishing Glenn and Joan could ever hope to have right on their boat. He loved to fish whether it was at a lake or in a bay of salt water.

Glenn and Joan were members of Sierra Methodist Church and Glenn sang in the choir. They were both very active in the church groups. After the grandchildren left, they used the lake for parties involving church members. The one event that brought young and old together was the Fourth of July. His property was the perfect location to watch fireworks. Families would even travel to come to this wonderful event. Glenn would show the attendees his favorite goose, Big Boy, by carrying this enormous goose like a pet. He also had a gigantic carp he would show everyone how he could hand feed the fish. Glenn had the biggest heart and was not afraid to share with everyone around.

Goodbye Guga! Enjoy Heaven as much as you enjoyed living on the Lake. Give hugs to all who are waiting there for you and know we will all miss you but see you again.

The family requests donations be made to Saint Gabriel's Hospice of San Angelo, Texas. Glenn, affectionally known as Guga by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, is survived by stepchildren Lorie and her husband, Don Heath; Donald Pace; Kathy Priest-Smith and her husband, Gregory Smith; and grandchildren Morgen and husband Shawn Smith; Brittney Heath, Courtney and husband Marcus Dianda; Alyssa Priest and her fiancé' Blake Benbow; as well as great grandchildren: Landon and Peyton Smith and Carson Dianda - his sister-in-law, Margaret Gerloff; a nephew and niece; and many beloved cousins. He left behind a strong legacy of love, resilience, and cherished memories.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Friday, December 15, 2023, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers for the service will be Shawn Smith, Robby Smith, Landon Smith, Doug Behrens, Mark Priest and Don Heath.

Family and friends may share condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Susana Segura Perez, 84, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, in New Braunfels with her family at her side.

Public Viewing will be from 9:00 AM until 8:00 PM with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00 PM Friday, December 15, 2023, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Mass will be at 12:30 PM Saturday, December 16, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Lazaro Hernandez, pastor officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Perez was born March 6, 1939 in Del Rio to Alberto and Guadalupe Segura. Susana married Gabriel Perez on May 12, 1956 in Del Rio. He preceded her in death on September 2, 2020. Susana has been a resident of San Angelo since 1961. She worked at Ethicon a Johnson & Johnson Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1994. Susana was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church serving as RCIA, Eucharist minister, and CCD teacher. She loved watching her daughter Cindy play softball, going to Christian retreats, and reading her Bible. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, watching their various activities, and scratching off lottery tickets. Susana was an avid San Antonio Spurs fan.

Survivors include her four daughters, Belinda Constancio and her husband Ramiro, Raquel Perez-Colvin and her husband Eric, Rebecca Lopez and her husband Pete, and Cindy Perez; seven grandchildren, Anthony Constancio, Joseph Constancio, Chris Colvin, Monique Talavera, Stephen Talavera, Gabriel Lopez and wife Nazareth, and Carol-Ann Macy and husband Ty; and by seven great grandchildren, Joseph Constancio Jr, Cierra Constancio, Alana Lopez, Neomiah Lopez. Gabriel Lopez, Gabriella Lopez, and Greyson Lopez; two brothers, Hector Segura, and Victor Segura; three sisters, Margie Avila, Frances Flores, and Sylvia Segura; a special aunt, Mary Segura; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Susana was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Mark Andrew Constancio; a brother, Albert Segura; and a sister, Rosalinda Berrier.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Janette Nino, and Mindy Barragan of Concho Hearts Hospice for their loved and care for Susana.

Clifford D Watson, 68, of San Angelo passed away on December 11, 2023.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, December 15, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with pastor Kevin McSpadden, officiating. Burial will follow in Pioneer Memorial Park under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Watson was born on August 27, 1955 in Big Lake to Edward and Joyce Watson. D graduated from Reagan County High School and was a graduate of Angelo State University with a degree in business finance. He married Carrie Stewart in 1981 in San Angelo. D worked at the YMCA for 10 years in maintenance. He was the owner/operator of DEK services and retired in 2021 after being in business for 20 years. D enjoyed fishing, drinking whiskey, and his animal. His favorite things in life were puppy dog breath, tomatoes, and laughter. D was a member of the San Angelo Elks Lodge #1880 for 16 years.

He is survived by his wife, Carrie Watson of the home; two stepchildren, Ray Baldwin and wife Kandyce of San Angelo and Angela Romo of Midlothian; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren.

Charles Nathan Cheatwood, 88, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2023 at Sagecrest Alzheimer's Care Center in San Angelo, surrounded by family and caregivers.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM -3:00 PM on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Interment of ashes will be performed at a later date in Lexington, North Carolina. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

He was born April 15, 1935 in Ozark Arkansas, the youngest child of Nathan Charles Cheatwood and Willie Azora Clayton Cheatwood. In 1940, the family moved to Seminole, OK, before later moving to Oklahoma City where Charles attended Northeast High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1952, and after his basic training in Ft. Riley, KS, received airborne training in Benning, GA. He was later assigned to the 307th Airborne Medical Battalion (MASH) in Ft. Bragg, NC.

While stationed at Fort Bragg, Charles met Carolyn Leonard, and they were married on November 6, 1954 in York, SC. Carolyn passed away in June of 2023, shortly before the couple's 69th anniversary. They had two children, Charles, Jr. ("Chuck"), and Connie.

Charles had a gift for languages, and his long and distinguished military career included attending Army Language School in 1956 for training in Chinese Mandarin. In 1957, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster after serving as an interpreter for the Armistice meeting of the Neutral Nations Supervisory Committee in Panmunjom, South Korea. His next assignment began in November of 1958 in Fort Hood, where he served as a military intelligence translator (linguistic), before being sent to Fort Holabird, MD for training as a prisoner of war interrogator. From 1962 to 1966, Charles and family were sent to Okinawa, where he served as a translator, interpreter, traffic analyst, and expert linguist, along with additional classified duties. While stationed on Okinawa, the Army sent Charles to Thailand and Vietnam, and awarded him the Joint Services Commendation Medal.

In 1966, Charles was assigned to Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, where he worked as senior instructor. In June of 1968, Charles received training in Vietnamese at Ft. Bliss, before being stationed at 8th Radio Research Field Station in Phu Bai, Vietnam. While in country, he performed voice intercept and other classified duties. He was awarded the Bronze Star, the Vietnam Service Medal 4 Battle Stars, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. In July, 1969, Charles returned to Goodfellow AFB. After 20 years of service, he was honorably discharged in June of 1972 with the rank of Master Sargent. Toward the end of his military career, Charles began charting a new career in radio and television repair by taking a correspondence course. He worked jobs in TV repair and aircraft cable design before opening his own electronics repair business in San Angelo, Triangle Electronics, from which he eventually retired.

Charles kept active during his younger years by playing tennis and racquetball. Charles enjoyed fishing and camping, traveling, and spending time at the beach. He was an avid reader throughout his life, and during his declining years spent most of his time reading books.

In addition to his beloved wife, Charles was preceded in death by his parents Nathan and Willie Cheatwood, his sisters Lorine Reynolds, Birdie Marie Stapleton, Grace Blott, and June Cook, and his brother, Ralph Cheatwood.

He is survived by his son, Charles Cheatwood, Jr. and wife Margaret; his daughter Connie Dressler and husband Lee; three grandchildren, David Cheatwood and significant other Kata, John Dressler and wife Caitlin, Bryan Dressler and significant other Veronica; great-grandson, Mathis Dressler; his brother, Floyd Cheatwood; and many nieces and nephews.

The Cheatwood/Dressler family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at The Crest, Sagecrest Alzheimer's Care Unit, and Concho Hearts Hospice, all of whom took such good care of Charles during his illness.

Charles was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and brother. He will be greatly missed by all his family.

Frances Block Kocich, 96, of Wall, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023, in San Angelo. Frances was born March 22, 1927, in Olfen, TX to Paul Block and Hattie Matthiesen Block. She grew up in Olfen where she attended elementary school. She then attended Ballinger High School and graduated in 1944. Frances met and later married the love of her life Weldon Kocich on December 30, 1946. They shared fifty years of married life together. She and Weldon soon moved to Wall, Texas where they raised four children and attended to their farm. In her spare time, Frances loved gardening and keeping her yard, making rosaries, and cross-stitching quilts.

She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, the St. Helen’s Alter Society and a member for many years of the St. Ambrose church choir. She also enjoyed being a member of a local social group known as the Golden Girls.

Frances was preceded in death by her husband Weldon Kocich, her parents, Paul and Hattie Block, Wilbert Block, Sister Pauline Block, Andrew and Carmen Block, Gladys and Howard Gray, Bobby Mask and Ricky Robertson. She is survived by her children, Jocille Roberts and her husband Jerry, Dolores Mask, Marcus Kocich and John Kocich and his wife Lucy; her grandchildren, Jenny Aldridge and her husband Chace, Heather Robertson, Ryan Mask and his wife Meghan, Eric Mask and his wife Chelsea, Joshua Kocich, Matthew Kocich and Paul Kocich; her great grandchildren, Carter Aldridge, Will Aldridge, Lucas Mask, Shane Mask, Georgia Robertson, Jessica Robertson, Tristan Robertson and Bobbi Mask; her brother, James Block; and numerous nieces and nephews other family members and close friends. The rosary vigil will be 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will be 10 A.M., Thursday, December 14, 2023, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with Father Joseph Choutapalli as celebrant. The burial will follow at St. Ambrose Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be Joshua, Matthew and Paul Kocich, Ryan and Eric Mask and Carter Aldridge.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Matthiesen Seminary Burse in care of St Ambrose Catholic Church, P O Box 228, Wall, Texas 76957.

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

Lionyel Gene Schkade (90) went to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at home in San Angelo, Texas after a short but aggressive battle with cancer.

He was born on July 22, 1933, to O.E. Schkade and Lois Holland Schkade.

Gene spent the first 10 years of his life moving from town to town as his father moved with the oilfield. He finally grew so tired of not having a home that he hitchhiked all the way across Texas to his grandparents’ home in the little town of Providence, Texas, where he lived until he graduated from Van High School in 1950.

After graduation, he went to work with his father, O.E. Schkade in the oilfield and eventually decided oilfield work was not for him, so he attended college during the day and worked for his dad on the rig at night for two years. He then decided to open up the Lake Nasworthy Marina which he would run for the next 51 years. During those years, he earned the Excellence in Business award from the Marine Retailers Association of Texas and was the President of the Boating Trades Association of Texas, leading BTAT to achieve the Take Pride in America Award presented at the White House for the Texas Lakeshore Cleanup project. He was known throughout West Texas as a man of integrity and hard work, someone who would honor his promises, always tell you the truth, and considered each of his customers to be “a close personal friend.”

Gene married his love and partner in work and life, Sandra Ball, on February 15, 1969, and they not only worked together at the Marina, but enjoyed taking trips to Europe and camping in wilderness locations with friends (until she talked him into purchasing a motor home to make camping easier.) A lot of memories were made on these trips along with a lot of laughter.

Gene was an avid fisherman and hunter and was equally happy riding his mule Handsome up into the mountains to hunt or sitting in his son-in-law Kent’s boat fishing on Lake Amistad. And of course, the stories told after each excursion grew a little bit in each telling.

Gene is survived by his wife, Sandra Ball Schkade and their daughter Vicki Terrill and husband Kent Terrill, his sons Randal Schkade and Rick Schkade and wife Sylvia Schkade, and his daughter Jeanice Freeman and husband Joe Freeman, and grandchildren Michael Mclaurin, Heston Schkade and wife Danielle Schkade, Kristi Schkade, Heather Schkade, and Will Terrill,  two great-grandchildren, Jayce and Nolan Schkade, and sister Lurene Irvin and husband H.D. Irvin.

Visitation will be on Thursday, December 14, at 1:00pm, followed by the funeral service at 2:00pm, both at Trinity Lutheran Church. A family-only graveside service will be held afterward.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Trinity Lutheran School Endowment Fund, at the San Angelo Area Foundation, 221 S. Irving St, San Angelo TX 76903.

Lesley "Don" Jackson, 75, passed away on December 5, 2023, in Austin, Texas. He was born in San Angelo, Texas on April 1, 1948, to Lesley Abner and Mary Evelyn Jackson. Don grew up in San Angelo and Graduated from Lake View High School in 1966 he went on to get his Doctorate in Divinity. In that time Don served his country in both the Naval reserve and Air Force. On March 18, 1967, Don married the love of his life Theola Deering in San Angelo. Don loved the Lord and went on to serve as lead pastor in churches in Albuquerque, NM, San Angelo, TX, Duncanville, TX, Tampa, FL, Belleview, FL, Cedar Rapids, IA. He served as a pastor in forty years before he retired.

Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents.

Don is survived by his wife Theola Jackson of 56 years; children Scott Jackson, Michele Jackson, Brandy Berry and husband David; Grandchildren Kailen Jayden, Tristan Jackson, Breana Lacks and husband Jason, Jordan Berry and wife Cassie, Kalie Berry, Brittani Fagel and husband Brayln, Willow Berry, Harper Berry, Jenny Berry-Sells, Raelyn Berry, Levi Berry; Sister, Beverly Dendle and husband Bill; and two dogs Milo and Nala, and a host of friends who will cherish his memory.

A Celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday December 9, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Parkside Community Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations can be made to Parkside Community Church or a charity of your choice.

Nellie Joyce Beene, a beloved resident of San Angelo, TX, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2023, at the age of 84. She was born on September 17, 1939, in the small town of Granada, TX, to the late Dorothy and Charlie Weidner.

Nellie was a woman who cherished the simple joys in life. She found immense happiness in watching classic westerns, engaging in meaningful conversations with friends and family, and taking pleasure in the company of her cherished grandkids. Her love for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches paired with a refreshing diet coke was one of her guilty pleasures, and a source of many smiles throughout her life. Nellie had a passion for traveling and considered every new journey an opportunity for adventure, always appreciating the beauty and wonder this world had to offer.

Nellie found a true partner in her loving husband, Elvin Olan Beene, who she married on June 26, 1965. Together, they shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and countless cherished memories. Sadly, Nellie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Elvin, as well as their son, J.T. Beene, and her brother, Wille Weidner.

Left to honor her memory is her devoted son, James Beene, daughter-in-law, Tonya Beene, and daughter, Pauline DuPree, brother, Lifford Weidner, sister, Pauline Burger, numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all of whom held a special place in Nellie's heart.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 11:00am at Grape Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests memorial donations to be made in Nellie's honor to organizations such as the Alzheimer's Association, the Dementia Society, or Meals for the Elderly.