Our father, Alton Roy Baird, left for paradise on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 11:55 a.m. We are sure Jesus along with his mom and dad, Lydia Barina Baird and Dibrell Clyde Baird accompanied him on his journey of light. Daddy was born in San Angelo, Texas on November 8, 1936. He graduated from San Angelo High School in 1954 and briefly attended San Angelo College before guitar would become his muse.

Daddy, along with Sid Holmes and Carol Smith, founded the Cavaliers in 1954. Daddy headlined the Auditorium, Coliseum and other venues opening for Elvis Presley, George Jones and numerous others.

Daddy had pined for Linda Sharon Knieff for many years, telling her when she was 14 that he was going to marry her. Their marriage occurred in Acuna, Mexico on March 2, 1958. They recently celebrated 65 years of marriage.

He joined the US Air Force in 1958 and was a part of the Vietnam War Era Veterans. He so loved talking about his Unit the 622nd Air Refueling Squadron stationed in Alexandria, Louisiana. He received a special medal as a rifleman. Just a good old boy from Texas.

Many fell in love to his music while dancing at the Blue Diamond and the Dixie Club. His recording of “Out of a Honky-Tonk” was well received in Nashville and his fans. He so loved performing.

To him were born three children, Debra Lee Baird Sosolik, Alton Todd Baird and Robert Paul Baird. He was also a father to Corey Lane Speck and Morganne Laci Speck who he loved like no others and raised them like his own. There was a time when Corey hit a battery with a crescent wrench and caused daddy to brain himself while working under a car to see what the explosion was. Then daddy got the water hose to flush out Corey’s eyes and tried to drown him. Then Morganne called 9-1-1 numerous times which caused the Sheriff’s department to come out and daddy held her while she cried.

Daddy was also a “mover” to Debbie who called him many times to come get her out of a bad situation.

Overall, he was our daddy. Through tough times and good, his love remained loyal. He suffered these last years as disease wrought his body and caused him significant pain. Thank you Dr. Cheraku for taking care of daddy all these years.

Alton is survived by his wife of 65 years Linda. Daughter Debra Sosolik and husband Bobby. Sons Todd and Bobby Baird. His grandchildren, Corey and Wife Stacye Speck, Morganne Speck, Jordan Baird, Odessa Baird and wife Carrie, Cheyenne Baird, Reese Baird, Grayson Baird, Erik Sosolik and wife Hallie and Kaitlyn Brosh and husband Aaron. His great grandchildren who called him “stoogie”, Logan Speck, Victoria Speck, Briley Speck, Christabella Gonzalez, Evelyn Tietze, Kelly Custer, Tristan Martinez, Eleanor Baird, Kinlee Baird, Charlee and Steelie Sosolik and Aarolyn Brosh.

A special thank you to Todd Baird and Linda Baird for taking care of daddy these last three stressful years. To the VA home in Big Spring for offering their services, Meadow Creek Nursing Home for their exemplary care these last days, but especially to Concho Hearts Hospice. Brad and Renee, you were so kind to our father, you will be rewarded in Heaven.

To sing one of daddy’s songs, “I’ll miss you from today and from now on”.

Visitation

Friday, April 7, 2023

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Saturday, April 8, 2023

2:00PM - 3:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Dale Gibson Thompson was born September 7, 1922 in Troy, Bell County, Texas to LB and Lois Gibson Thompson. He died in San Angelo, Texas Monday, April 3, 2023 at the age of 100. He was the 6th of 7 children. He graduated from Troy High School in 1941. Dale met Leni, the love of his life, in Witzenhausen, Germany, while serving in World War II. After marriage, Dale and Leni settled on a farm in Runnels County,Texas, where they reared 5 beautiful children: Marvin Thompson, Manfred Thompson, Donnie Thompson, Norma Thompson, and Marla Percifull. He and Leni were blessed with 14 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Dale and Leni had just celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on March 13 of this year.

Dale is survived by his wife Leni and their children: Marvin and wife LaNette and their children: Michelle and husband Shad Spannagel, and their children: Hannah, Haven, and Hailey; Laura and husband Phil Barnes and their children: Daniel and Jonathon; Troy Thompson and wife Heather and their children: Ryan and Alex; Manfred and wife Lana and their children: Jason (deceased), Joe Don Thompson and wife Amanda and their children: Georgia and Finley; Amber and husband Andrew Wiseheart and their children: Lincoln and Fox; Donnie and wife Dee Anna Percifull (deceased) and their children: Christopher (deceased), Jon Thompson and wife Christie and their children: Ryder and Blake; Scott Thompson and daughter Davy; Kara and husband Bogdan Stanei and their children: Everett and Evan; Norma and her daughter: Jennifer and husband Lance Hobbs and their children: Harleigh and Bentley; Marla Percifull and her children: Jared Percifull and wife Chrissie and their children Boston (deceased), and Braylin; Jacob Percifull and wife Adair and their children Graham and Dylan; and Joseph Percifull.

Dale worked for an oil field service company and then at TXDOT in Bronte, Texas, prior to working in the "Tool Room" as a tool and die maker at Dry Manufacturing in Winters, Texas, for 29 1/2 years. He also farmed and ranched in the Maverick community for 45 years. Dale and Leni built a home in San Angelo moving there in 1992.

Dale was a faithful member of Maverick Baptist Church, First Baptist Church in Bronte, and Immanuel Baptist Church in San Angelo serving as Sunday School teacher and deacon. While living in the Maverick Community he served as a Trustee on the Bronte ISD school board.

Dad wrote much of this obituary and wanted people to know he had lived through The Depression, served in World War II and  survived a drought in the 50s. "I had a wonderful life with a family of five children and a wonderful wife whom I love dearly."

Pall bearers will be the grandchildren: Michelle Spannagel, Laura Barnes, Troy Thompson, Joe Don Thompson, Amber Wiseheart, Jon Thompson, Scott Thompson, Kara Stanei, Jennifer Hobbs, Jared Percifull, Jacob Percifull, and Joseph Percifull.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to the building fund for Immanuel Baptist Church, 90 E. 14th St, San Angelo, Texas.

Visitation for friends and family will be from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd., San Angelo, Texas. Graveside services will be led by Rev. Ryan Buck of Immanuel Baptist Church at 2:00 PM Friday, April 7, 2023 at Fairview Cemetery, S. Franklin St, Bronte, Texas.

Visitation

Thursday, April 6, 2023

6:00PM - 8:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Graveside

Friday, April 7, 2023

2:00PM

Fairview Cemetery 
East George Ave. 
Bronte, TX 76933

Daniel Andrews, 56, made his final journey to be with the lord on April 2, 2023, Danny was born, January 5,1967 to Ben and Joyce Andrews in Corpus Christi, TX. He joined the Navy in 1989 after which he spent most of his life doing apartment maintenance or home remodeling.

Danny was a kindhearted man and would try to help those in need whenever possible. He was also an animal lover, always having a newly rescued friend. Loving all things nature, in the end he found beauty and peace in the small things. His hobbies included watching old westerns, reading Louis L'Amour books, fishing, and taking adventures snapping pictures. He was extremely proud of his two daughters and his grandchildren.

Danny was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his daughters, Breanne Craig (Brandon), Rebecca Walter (Thomas), and stepdaughter, Kaitlyn Smith (Shawn). Son, Jaydon Diffey, all of San Angelo.

His Ex-wive's, and lifelong best friends, Leannette Andrews and Kandyce Baldwin. His siblings Randy Andrews, Cindy Miller, Russell Andrews, Gary Andrews, and Ben Andrews.

His grandchildren Ayden, Avery, and Axle Walter. Nieces Brandy Rule, Dawn Miller, and Rachel Andrews. Nephews Thomas Miller and Christopher Andrews. Also his very special friend Chuck McKnight.

Danny impacted the lives of everyone that knew him and will be greatly missed by many.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of San Angelo and the exceptional staff at Arbor Terrace.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Baptist Memorial Chapel, 902 N. Main St. San Angelo, Texas 76903 with Reverend Kevin McSpadden officiating. 

Memorial Service

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

2:00PM

Baptist Memorials Chapel 
902 N. Main St. 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Fred G. Sanchez of San Angelo, went to be with Our Lord on the evening of April 1, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with numerous health issues. Born August 4, 1958 to Jesse Sr & Anita Sanchez in San Antonio Texas. He graduated from Central High School in 1977. Fred was married to his “Corazon” as he called her, Minerva, for almost 25 years. Fred started his career at HEB shortly after they first opened the store and worked in the deli department for 22 years and retired in 2016. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan & loved going to Las Vegas every summer to play the slots. He enjoyed watching old westerns and watching the history channel. In his younger days he enjoyed going to rock concerts across Texas. He always tried his luck at winning the Texas lotto; using his kids birthdays for the numbers. Fred was the type of person who never had anything bad thing to say about anybody and was the kindest person anyone ever met. Anyone who knew him, loved him. He was welcomed into Heaven by both of his parents Jesse Sr. & Anita. 

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Minerva, son Robert Gonzales of Odessa (Heather Gonzales), daughter Diane Gaitan of San Angelo (Ruben Gaitan) daughter Mary Garza of San Angelo (Rigo Resendiz) daughter Cassandra Roman of San Angelo (Edgar Roman) and daughter Miranda Valdez of San Angelo (Victor Valdez). One the proudest moments for Fred was when his grandchildren started arriving. He will be greatly missed by grandson Brandon Gonzales of San Angelo, granddaughter Amaya Carrillo of San Angelo, grandson Abraham Roman of San Angelo and Chloe Roman of San Angelo. He is also survived by brother Richard Sanchez of San Antonio (Ventura Sanchez) brother Manual Sanchez of San Antonio, brother Jesse Sanchez Jr of San Antonio and sister Elizabeth Sanchez of San Antonio. Fred also had 8 neices and nephews from San Antonio that adored him.

Pall Bearers for the service will be Robert Gonzales, Brandon Gonzales, Pete Rocha, Edgar Roman, Rigo Resendiz and Victor Valdez, Honorary Pall Bearers are Ruben Gaitan and Jason Sanchez.

The Family would like to give a Huge Thanks to staff at San Angelo Nursing Home and Solaris Hospice for all their excellent care.

Rosary Service will be held 7:00PM Monday April 10, 2023 at Harper Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00AM Tuesday April 11, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

“His Lord said unto him, Well done good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will set thee over many things; enter thou into the Joy of the Lord.” Matthew 25:23

Narcedalia "Narsie" Rodriguez, 60, of San Angelo passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home with a prayer service at 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, April 6, 2023 at San Angelo First Church of the Nazarene, with Pastors Jorge and Sandra Burgete and Pastor Frank Montez, officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Rodriguez was born on November 15, 1962 in Acuña, Mexico to Victor R. and Ramona Trevino Estrada. Narsie moved to San Angelo in 1968. She attended Rio Vista Elementary, John Glen Junior High, and graduated from San Angelo Central High School in 1980. She was a stay at home mother for her daughters for many years before starting as a bookkeepper at Randall Motors. Narsie was still gainfully employed at the time of her death. She married Santos Rodriguez on May 25, 2012. Narsie loved to listen to music, dance, and put together scrapbooks. She also enjoyed spending time with family.

Narsie was preceded in death by her father, Victor R. Estrada; and a nephew, Kuno Echeverria.

She is survived by her husband, Santos of the home; four daughters, Dalia Diaz and husband Jerry, Irma Venegas, Natalie Morales and husband Orlando Garza, and Maribel Gauna and husband Dustin all of San Angelo; her mother, Ramona Estrada of San Angelo; her sister, Sandra Echeverria and husband Saul of San Angelo; in laws, Delia Gonzales, Tommie Rodriguez, Richard Rodriguez and wife Mary, Sylvia Guzman, and Roy Rodriguez; 21 grandchildren, Caleb Diaz, Gabriela Porras, Aiden Ubando, Julian Vara, Mia Diaz, Alexis Garza, Leah Vara, Clarissa Garza, Autumn Gauna, Addison Gauna, Johnny Garza, Adrian Velez, Ava Reyes, Destiny Sevier, Kylie Hernandez, Marissa Hernandez, Gabby Hernandez, Eliza Rodriguez, Giovanni Rodriguez, Aaron Rodriguez, Joe Michael Rodriguez; and one great grandson, Johnny Polo Vara.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Wednesday
April 5, 2023
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM  
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

Conrado Barrera, Jr., 68, of San Angelo passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. There will be no public viewing.

Mr. Barrera was born on August 3, 1954 in Matamoros, Mexico to Conrado, Sr. and Hipolita Rodriguez Barrera. He moved to San Angelo in 1973 and shortly thereafter met the love of his life, Rosalinda Guevara. They were married on July 2, 1974 in San Angelo. Conrado worked for the local tire companies before moving to Ethicon. He started his career at Ethicon in 1985 working in production and later transitioned into the packing department. Conrado retired from Ethicon in 2016. He was a follower of Christ and enjoyed reading his bible and ministering to friends and family. He and Rosalinda enjoyed traveling and spending time with their family.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Rosalinda; three children, Gavino Barrera and Conrado Barrera III and wife Monica all of San Angelo, and Paula Barrera and husband Joey Velez of Austin; five siblings, Lydia Ponce of Dallas, Antonia Marez and husband Neo, Mario Barrera, Jesse Barrera and wife Blanca all of San Angelo, and Yolanda Barrera of Houston; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and his best friend, Jesse Sanchez and wife Gloria of San Angelo.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

Wednesday
April 5, 2023
2:00 PM  
Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens  
4989 FM Highway 1223
San Angelo, TX 76905

Edelmiro "Miro" Estrada ,54, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 surrounded by friends and family.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home with visitation from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Pastor Israel Flores, pastor at Bethel Assembly of God, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Estrada was born on February 14, 1969 to Juan and Josefina Lara Estrada. Miro moved to Eden with family in 1984 and started working odd jobs around town. His love for cooking started when he moved to Ballinger to be a chef at Simply Taylors restaurant. Miro honed his skills there for 15 years. Over the next few years, he was a chef at Snyder Country Club. In 1993 he moved to San Angelo to be the chef at Bentwood Country Club and at City Café. For the last bit of his life, he worked at Lone Star Beef for over 20 years. Miro never lost his love for cooking. On annual family trips to Garner State Park, he would cook all day while everyone else was relaxing and enjoying the river. Miro loved listening to music, being the life of the party, and keeping everyone laughing. He married the love of his life Maria Montantez on October 24, 1987 in San Angelo

He is preceded in death by his mother, Josefina Lara.

Miro is survived by his wife of 35 years, Maria; three sons, Nelson Estrada, Ivan Estrada, and Noel Estrada all of San Angelo; his father, Juan Estrada, Sr. of Monterey, Mexico; two brothers, Juan Estrada, Jr. and wife Pat and Lionel Estrada all of San Angelo; three sisters, Alma Roman of San Angelo, Daisy Estrada and husband Martin Garcia, Dirna Estrada, and Erica Estrada and husband Juan all of Monterey, Mexico; and one grandson, Noel Estrada, Jr. of Ft. Worth.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Tuesday
April 4, 2023
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM  
Robert Massie Funeral Home  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903 

VISITATION

Tuesday
April 4, 2023
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM  
Robert Massie Funeral Home  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

Floy Jeanette Porter of San Angelo, Texas passed in the early morning of April 1st, 2023.

Floy was born on December 12, 1952, in San Angelo, Texas to Nanny May and Earl Barnes. Floy married her high school sweetheart, Danny Porter, June 21, 1971. After their marriage, they raised their two children Jennifer and Danny Gene on a quaint location on the outskirts of San Angelo. Her family and the church came first in her life. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church where she made lifelong friends and many memories. She also used her spare time to volunteer at Baptist Memorial. Floy was preceded in death by her parents, Nanny May and Earl Barnes, her sisters Gracie Whitlock, Birdie Mason, and Lilian Clark, her brothers, Carl Barnes, and Earl Barnes Jr., and her daughter, Jennifer Benoist.

She is survived by her Husband, Danny Porter, her son Danny Gene Porter, her niece and nephew Patricia and Ricky Williford, her grandchildren, Shelby John’s, Kendra Saaranen, and Gage Stewart, and her great grandchildren Genevieve and Louis Roberts.

A memorial service will be held by Pastor Bobby at Calvary Baptist Church Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, from 2pm-5pm.

Memorial Service

Saturday, April 22, 2023

2:00PM - 5:00PM

Calvary Baptist Church 
2321 Armstrong 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Nathaniel Lewis, 65, of San Angelo, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 31, 2023 in San Angelo. Nathaniel was born May 17, 1957, in San Angelo, Texas to Jessie Lewis, Sr. and Hazel Wilson Lewis. He grew up in San Angelo and attended San Angelo Schools. During his lifetime, Nathaniel worked as a mechanic, maintenance for the City of San Angelo and eventually going back to Auto Detailing. Nathaniel was a very loving and caring son, husband, father and grandfather who devoted his life to his family and friends.

Today is a day of mourning and celebration. We are sad for the amazing husband, dad, brother, and friend that is no longer with us, Mr. Nathaniel Lewis. Not only was he a beautiful person but he was also a pilar of the community. Everyone knew Nathaniel had a heart of gold and was willing to help out anyone in need. He could walk in a room and light it up with his smile and laughter. His personality was captivating! We are grateful for the time we got to share with him.

Nathaniel was preceded in death by his parents, one Son Nathaniel Isaiah Jermaine Lewis and 5 brothers, Walter Lewis, James Lewis, Roosevelt Lewis, John L. Lewis and Ron Lewis. He is survived by his loving wife, Jackie Lewis, of San Angelo; his children, Amber Lewis, of San Marcos, Naeosha Harris, of Houston, Whitney Hardin, of San Angelo and Tyesha Lewis, of San Angelo; 3 Grandchildren, BreAnna Downs, Meela Lewis, and LaNaeya Chatman; his Sisters, Patricia Lewis, of Denver, CO, Anita Lewis, of San Angelo, Charlesetta Jackson and her husband Johnny, of San Angelo and Ernestine Bibbs, of San Angelo; his brothers, Charles Lewis, of San Antonio, Colonel Lewis, of Lubbock, Jessie Lewis Jr. and his wife Roberta, of San Angelo, Richard Lewis, of San Angelo and Frank Lewis, of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews, other family members and close friends. Pallbearers for the service will be Wayne Joines, Shawn Lewis, Lamar Reed, James Lewis, Ashford Lewis and Lenier Bibbs. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Jessie Lewis, Jr., Richard Lewis, C.L. Lewis, Charles Lewis and Frank Lewis.

Nathaniel will be available for public viewing from 8:00 A.M., - 7:00 P.M., Friday, April 7, 2023, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 9:30 A.M., Saturday, April 8, 2023, at New Jerusalem Church of God in Christ with Pastor Anthony Harris officiating. The burial will follow at Belvedere Memorial Park.

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

Martha Garcia of San Angelo wen to be with the Lord in the early morning of March 30, 2023, in the comfort of her home. Born on November 3, 1942, to Nicholas and Manuela Garcia. Martha married Luis Garcia on May 20, 1967 , in San Angelo, Texas. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Luis Garcia; beloved parents, Nicholas and Manuela Garcia; and son David Garcia. Survivors include her daughter, Angela Garcia Teutschand her husband John; her son Peter Garcia; her brother Mike Garcia and wife Deanna. The joys of her life include: her granddaughters, Kimrey Gonzales and husband Jacob and Isabel Graves; her grandsons, Bryan Garcia and Gabriel Graves. She also had a very special place in her heart for her great-grandchildren, Jalena, Zyrena and Jaime Mendoza and Elijah Gonzales, along with several nieces and nephews. The family would like to express tremendous gratitude and appreciation for the assistance and support from the kind and caring staff of Gentiva Hospice. To honor her wishes there will be no public viewing or service and a private burial will be held at a later time. The family will welcome relatives and friends at her home on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

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