Eugene Rios "Keno" Perez, 75, of San Angelo passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home with rosary being said at 6:00 PM. Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Friday, June 16, 2023 at Calvary Cemetery with Father Joey Faylona, pastor at St. Mary's Catholic Church, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Perez was born on February 1, 1948 in Segovia, Texas to Emilio Perez Sr and Martha Felan Rios. He met love of his life, Lupe Ojeda in Wall and they were married on October 9, 1971. She passed away on August 9, 2020. Eugene drove a truck until he retired in 2005. He loved to hunt, fish, and tinker with anything mechanical.

Preceded in death by his brother, Emilio Perez; and his father, Emilio Rios Perez, Sr.

Survivors include a son, Eugene Perez Jr. and wife Lindsay, a daughter, Jessica Tijerina and husband Gabriel; his mother, Martha Rios Perez; his sisters, Mary Lou Munoz, Alicia Mascorro, Dianna Soto, and Nancy Galvan; his brothers, Henry, Ernest, Lucio, Robert, Speedy, Jimmy, and Eddie; eight grandchildren, who he loved and adored, Paula Diaz and husband Steven, Daniela Perez, Briana Perez, Adrianna Tijerina, Kami Perez, Nathaniel Tijerina, Adyn Perez and Ava Perez; one great granddaughter, Maylee Tijerina; and 3 great grandsons, Pablo Diaz, Sebastian Martinez and Jace Medina.
 

PUBLIC VIEWING

Thursday
June 15, 2023
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM  
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903 

ROSARY

Thursday
June 15, 2023
6:00 PM  
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903 

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

Friday
June 16, 2023
10:00 AM  
Calvary Catholic Cemetery  
1501 W. Ave N
San Angelo, TX 76903

Celeste S. Hess, 39, of San Angelo passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023.

Visitation will be from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow in Fairmount Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hess was born on November 8, 1983 in San Angelo to Jesus Enrique “Henry”  and Francisca Diaz. Celeste graduated from San Angelo Central High School and attended LDS Business College and then received her cosmetology license from Howard College. She served an LDS mission in Louisville, Kentucky. Celeste was a loving mother and homemaker to her five children. She was always happy, never met a stranger, and was a good listening ear. Celeste loved her family and to help others.

She is preceded in death by her father, Jesus Enrique “Henry” Diaz, Sr.

Survivors include her five children, Hayden Wray Hess, Landon Marshall Hess, Kendri Ava Hess, Cevanah Jay Hess, and Elvin Riggs Hess; ex- husband, Jayson Hess;  mother, Francisca Diaz; sister, Edna Y. Diaz; two brothers, Dillan Diaz and partner Daryl Gustafson and Quinquin Diaz and spouse Angie.

Sam Rodger Cowen, 76, of Rankin passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023.

Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Rankin Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Cowen was born on September 9, 1946 in Mc Camey to Willard and Garan Ann Cowen. Sam graduated from Cloudcroft High School in New Mexico. He joined the U. S. Army, after high school, and served two combat tours in Vietnam. He was also a member of the U. S. Army Reserves and was honorably discharged. Sam worked for numerous oil field companies in West Texas throughout his career. He always wanted to be a mechanic and was good at taking cars apart but couldn't ever figure out how to put them back together.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Sandra Kay Dawson; and two brothers, Kenneth J. Cowen and Charles Ross Cowen.

He is survived by three daughters, Sammie Michelle, Kay Ellen, and Jimma; a son, Garan James; and two brothers, John Robert and Sherrod Wayne.

Catarina "Cata" Alvarez Aguilar, 78, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, June 9, 2023, at home surrounded by her family.

Viewing will be from 10:00AM-8:00PM Monday, June 12, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with a prayer service at 6:00PM. Funeral service will be at 10:00AM Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow in Miles Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Cata was born June 16, 1944 to Domingo and Manuela Alvarez in Morelos, Coahuila, Mexico. She met and married the love of her life, Juan Antonio Aguilar on January 4, 1965. They moved to Miles, Texas in 1979 and together they raised 5 wonderful children.

Cata was a very loving, warm-hearted woman who lived in the moment and always treated everyone with a kind heart and a big smile. She never met a stranger, and her language barrier never stopped her from having multiple friends. Cata was the best wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. You could always count on having a warm meal and delicious tortillas when you went to her house. Cata was very devoted to her faith and a strong woman of God. She left a lasting legacy in all of our hearts that we will cherish forever.

Cata was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Jose "Pepito" Aguilar; and her husband.

She is survived by four daughters, Maria Arteaga and husband Art of San Angelo, Marta Contreras and husband Armando of Del Rio, Patricia Chappa and husband Frank of Miles, and Carmen Aguilar of Miles; one son, Jesse Aguilar and wife Geneva of Miles. She also has two special grandkids whom she raised as her own, Tresint and Gissele Everhardt. She leaves behind numerous grandkids, great grandkids, a great great grandchild, nieces, nephews, cousins and her extended family the Scott's and Brown family.

The family would like to thank all the staff from WTRC Hospice of San Angelo and Robert Massie Funeral Home for all the love and care provided to our dearest Cata.

Donald Wade Spradley was born in Slaton on January 14, 1964 and peacefully passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023 in San Angelo. He was a loving father, a talented sound engineer, and a passionate musician.

Wade's musical journey spanned over four decades, where he showcased his drumming skills and left an indelible mark on the local music scene. His true passion, however, lay in nurturing young talents, creating an environment where kids could explore their musical gifts. His dedication and guidance helped shape the next generation of musicians.

Beyond his musical endeavors, Wade was a fourth-generation upholsterer. He honed his craft under his father's tutelage and shared his expertise with his own children and those eager to learn. His unparalleled eye for detail and design ensured that every piece he worked on became a work of art.

Known affectionately as Uncle Wade, he was a colorful character, always ready with a good joke and a mischievous grin. His love for history and mystery enriched his life and sparked curiosity in others.

Wade is survived by his children, Lacey Kay Levi and Jacob Wesley Spradley, his father Donald Spradley, his two sisters, Donita Klement and Tina McClain, his grandchildren, Logan and Chloe Langford, as well as his nieces, nephews, and countless individuals whom he mentored and cared for like family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Faye Lightsey.

A celebration of Wade's life will be held at 4:00 PM on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Rendezvous, 1421 W Beauregard, San Angelo, TX 76901. Join us for a joyous gathering filled with music, delicious food, and laughter, as we honor his memory and the impact he had on all of our lives. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to their GoFundMe campaign dedicated to covering Wade's final expenses.

Levi Allen Ball, 52, passed away Friday, June 2, 2023, in San Angelo.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM, family will great friends from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Ball was born March 9, 1971 in San Angelo to Levi David Ball of Ludington, Michigan and Joyce Darlene Loftin of Mertzon.

He was a student at Lakeview High School during the mid to late 1980's Levi was taught the art of cooking by his uncle, Henry Ball. Henry came to Texas around 1976 to help raise his older brother's children due to a tragic car accident that took his life in 1973. Henry was the only "Dad" Levi ever knew, and he wanted to be just like him. Levi utilized his cooking skills at restaurants around San Angelo such as Denny's, Outback Steakhouse, Logan's Roadhouse, Chili's, and the Mesquite Bean Cafe.

Levi was preceded in death by his parents and his "Dad".

He is survived by his sister, Anita Duke and husband Joe of Mertzon; his best friend of 37 years, Elisa Bartlett of Carlsbad; his stepmom, Pam Sherman; and her children, Mandy Six, Eric Sherman and Julie Winchester all of Grape Creek.

Levi had no children of his own but did have his beloved fur baby, Cowboy. He greatly adored his nieces and nephews, Michael Ball of Big Lake, Jason Pratt and his daughter, Kiera, and her mom, Amanda of San Angelo, Brandy Lloyd and her children, Emma Martin and Liam Lloyd of Big Lake, Casey and his wife Rosa Townsend and their children, Gage and Zoey of Big Lake, Matthew and his wife Jessica and their children, Alyssa Hughes, William and Nyomi Duke of Mertzon.

Shirley Gerharter (Barrows), 98, went to be with Jesus on Mother's Day, May 14, 2023.

Shirley was born to parents Arthur C. Barrows and Helen Ney Barrows on April 24, 1925 in New Britain, Conn. She grew up in New Britain and graduated from New Britain H. S. in 1943. She attended business school and also worked as a secretary at nights during World War II for Corbin while still in high school and after graduating.

She met her future husband Erwin Gerharter at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in New Britain. Erwin was soon drafted and sent to the South Pacific. After his discharged Erwin and Shirley were married on December 1, 1945, at St. Matthew's. They then traveled to Lawrence, Kansas where Erwin entered University of Kansas, graduating with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1949. 3 children were born to them, Susan, Stephen, and Scott. The family lived in Kansas during the 1950's and then moved to Maumee, Ohio, near Toledo in 1960. Shirley held a number of jobs as a secretary. She worked for insurance companies, hotels, architect, engineer, and an accountant. One time she worked as a nanny for a family of 7 children. Shirley was active in her church teaching Sunday School and working in the church office. She was a hard worker, an outstanding typist and an excellent secretary. She enjoyed sewing making clothes for her children and later quilts for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She and Erwin were married 64 years 10 months and 3 days when Erwin passed away in 2010. Shirley lived her last 7 years in San Angelo most of the time with her daughter Susan.

Shirley is preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Helen and Ludwig Rechenberger; her father, Arthur Barrows; her grandparents, Otto and Anna Ney; her husband, Erwin Gerharter; her son, Stephen Gerharter; and a great grandson, Luke Browning Fuessel.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan Fuessel of San Angelo; her son, Scott Gerharter of Toledo, Ohio; 8 grandchildren,14 great grandchildren, and 6 great, great grandchildren.

Shirley requested that there be no services. Interment will be at Highlands Memory Gardens, Waterville, Ohio on June 1, 2023.

John Harman Talley (74) from San Angelo ,TX found peace and made his way to the gates of Heaven on June 7, 2023.

John was born on November 5, 1948 here in San Angelo, TX, to John Kenneth and Lerah Talley. He married the love of his life Carilyn Talley on June 12, 1976. John graduated from ASU with a Bachelor’s Degree in History. He prided himself on being a great husband, father, and family man. John would go out of his way to help anyone and never met a stranger. John worked for 27 years at KIDY/TV and held part time jobs at HEB and the San Angelo Visitors Center in retirement. John loved his church, Holy Angels, and was a devout catholic, while also being a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus.

John is survived by his wife Carilyn Talley, their son Scott Talley, four wonderful grandchildren Joshua, Jenna, Jaedon and Jase. He was preceded in death by his parents John Kenneth and Lerah Talley, and his youngest son, Bryan Thomas Talley.

A Rosary will be held Friday, June 9, 2023 at 6:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be held at Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Holy Angels Catholic Church.

Steve (Stevie) Smith passed into the arms of the lord on June 7th, 2023.

He enjoyed bridge immensely and looked forward to playing weekly with his RCW friends.

Stevie loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs! His excitement watching them play was a sight to behold. He loved all sports and excelled in track throughout his high school career.

After graduating college, he spent his adult life as a registered pharmacist.

Stevie is survived by his wife Vicki, stepsons Micheal (Sarah), Terry, and Brian, his sister Nellie Wulff (steve), grandsons, nieces, nephews, and the BFF for 60 years James King (Renne) of Lake Havasu, Arizona.

Stevie was an honorable man who will be sorely missed by all who loved him.

There will be a celebration of life at a later date.

Angela Kaye Thomas Hollon of Mereta, Texas, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Angela was born to Dr. Bobbie and Lucy Thomas on September 22, 1976, in Temple, Texas. After graduating from San Angelo Central High School, she went on to study at Southwest Texas State University for her undergraduate degree and Pepperdine University for her Masters in Clinical Psychology. In recent years, she enjoyed employment as a teacher.

In 2010, Angela married Kyle Hollon. Angela always loved good food but had limited ability in the kitchen; thankfully, Kyle is not only a kind man who was devoted to her and the children, he is an excellent cook. Angela and Kyle had five children: Kyler, Kyden, Kyndall, and her fortieth birthday present, the twins, Kolt and Kash. Her children were the light of her life, and she loved them dearly.

Angela was a loving and devoted friend. She maintained many friendships from childhood and college and will be greatly missed by those who loved her so deeply. She was quick-witted and funny but also very kind with a soft and thoughtful heart. She was goofy, and her friends will remember her forever in their silly thoughts. She was encouraging and a great cheerleader for her children and her friends. Angela will be remembered as a kind and loving soul by all those who knew and loved her.

Angela and her late brother, Les, were only eleven months apart and shared a lifelong bond. When they were little they had their own language and unique way of communicating. Angela was always his great teacher and friend. His death hit her especially hard. The Funeral Mass of the Catholic faith tells us that love does not end at death, it just changes. Knowing that Angela is reunited in Heaven with Les and her beloved grandparents brings peace to a devastating and tragic loss. Rest in Peace, sweet Angela. You were greatly loved, and you will be deeply missed.

Angela is survived by her husband Kyle Hollon and their children Kyler, Kyden, Kyndall, Kolt, and Kash; her parents Lucy (Powell) and Dr. Bob Thomas of Mereta; and her sister Heather (Thomas) Longo and her husband Dan and their children Iris and Daphne Longo of Maryville, Tennessee; her niece Camryn Marie Thomas of Plano; and cousin Bill Thomas and his wife Jennifer and their son Luke of Zurich, Switzerland; Uncle Kyle Allen and Aunt Kelly Powell of Houston. She is also survived by her mother and father-in-law, Mary and Jimmy Hollon, also of Mereta. Mary, better known as Mimi, was the best MIL ever, and Jimmy, better known as PawPaw, was a lifesaver. Angela called him the “Baby Whisperer” and the “Night Nanny”. Both names came from the great affection she had for him.

Angela was preceded in death by her brother Leslie Allen Thomas and her grandparents Wagner Leslie and Maurine Francis (Womack) Thomas, and Robert Lee and Mary Lou (Weaver) Powell, her great-grandparents Melvin Vaughn and Ruby Allen (Holloway) Weaver, her Aunt Debbera Kay Powell Thompson, and her Uncle Billie Carol Thomas.

The Rosary will be held Monday, June 12, 2023, at 6:00 pm at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, Texas. The family will retire to the Fellowship Hall for visitation after the Rosary. The Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Joe Choutapalli Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 10:00 am at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, Texas, followed by a luncheon and visitation of friends.

Because Angela loved her children more than anything, friends have established a Benefit Account for Hollon Children at the First Financial Bank.