James O. Lane, known to many as Jimmy and lovingly called J.O. by his family, passed away on June 14, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on August 15, 1937, Jimmy lived a life defined by unwavering faith, deep love for his family, and a lifelong connection to the outdoors.

Jimmy is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Mary Nell Lane, whom he married on January 10, 1992, and their beloved dog, Molly. Together, Jimmy and Mary Nell enjoyed traveling, ranching, fishing, and golfing. They devoted their lives to their blended family: Mike Lane and his wife Teddi, along with their daughter Kasey Lane; Mitch Lane and his wife Sharon, along with their children Kelsey Settle and her husband D.J., Jamey Barrientes, and Mitchell Lane and his wife Addison; Myles Lane and his wife Laura, along with their children Kailey Hurreta and her husband Daniel, and Dylan Lane; Kevin Owen and his wife Cyndi, along with their children Matt Owen and his wife Jenny, Makenzie Catlett and her husband Richie, and Morgan Jones and her husband Jacob; Connie Owen Strube and her husband Kenny, along with their children Lindsey Rea and her husband Rowdy, and Slayton Strube and his wife Brooke; and daughter-in-law Megan Owen with her children Canon Owen and his wife Maddie, Caden Owen and his fiancée Hannah, Samuel Bowles, and Luke Bowles. Jimmy was blessed with 23 great-grandchildren—and one more on the way—each of whom brought him great joy and pride.

A proud American and devoted Christian, Jimmy served honorably in the Army National Guard and was activated with the 49th Armored Division during the Berlin Crisis of 1961, stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana. He achieved the rank of Sergeant E5.

For over 51 years, Jimmy was a respected businessman and owner of Lane Weather Mart, Inc., known for his integrity, leadership, and work ethic. Outside of business, he was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in ranching, fishing, golfing, and spending time in God’s creation, a love he passed on to his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryan and Geneive Lane; his beloved first wife, Sybil Lane; and his son, Cody Owen.

Jimmy’s life was a testament to faith, family, and perseverance. His legacy will live on through all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 17th from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, TX. The Celebration of Life will take place Wednesday, June 18th at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Meadows Baptist Church, 6002 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, TX 76904.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jimmy’s honor to some of the organizations that were important to the Lane family; The Glen Meadows Baptist Church Legacy Fund at 6002 Knickerbocker Road, San Angelo, TX 76904, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959, or West Texas Rehab’s Hospice of San Angelo at 3001 South Jackson., San Angelo, TX 76904.

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

Rev. Nathaniel A.B. "Hank" Hankins, former Associate Pastor of First United Methodist Church, San Angelo, TX.

Rev. Hankins, 90, of San Angelo, Texas, finished his course in faith on June 11, 2025, and has now transferred his membership from the Church Militant to the Church Triumphant. With a smile on his face, he is back home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; reunited with his wife Mary, daughter Doreen, his parents and siblings who preceded him in death, and his best friend from his Air Force days, Phil Johnson. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Friday, June 20, 2025, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 21, 2025, at First Methodist Church. The burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Nathaniel (Gift of God) was born March 2, 1935, to Kamuel and Pauline Hankins, in Kenwood, Florida. At a very early age, he professed Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, but did not answer the call to Pastoral Ministry until the age of 59.

Hank was a 1952 graduate of Central Academy High School, in Palatka, Florida, and there, met his life-long sweetheart, Mary Esther. They got married on December 22, 1956, and remained married until her death on March 17, 2017. Hank earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas on August 13, 1974. He Completed a 5-year course of study at SMU Perkins School of Theology in 1999. He served his country in the United States Air Force, and retired in March 1974, after tours in the Philippines, Crete Greece, Darmstadt Germany, and Wakkanai Japan. Stateside he was stationed at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Langley AFB, Va, March AFB, Ca, and Goodfellow AFB, San Angelo. He was in the Intelligence Service throughout his time in the service.

After retiring from the Air Force, he came to San Angelo, to accept a position at Ethicon, Inc., and retired from there in March 1991. Hank unsuccessfully ran for SMD 1, City Council Representative in 1992 but later was unanimously appointed on November 9, 1993, to complete the unexpired term, and then elected May 10, 1994. He was a community activist, having served for two years as President of the local branch of the NAACP, Chairman of the Adult Literacy Council, Boys Club Board of Directors, Wesley Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, Habitat for Humanity, City Planning Commission, Chairman of the City’s Race Relation Task Force, Rio Concho Communities Board of Trustees, and Hospice of San Angelo.

Nathaniel answered the call to Pastoral Ministry in April 1994, and was appointed by the Bishop and Cabinet, to serve as the Senior Pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church, San Angelo. He also served as Senior Pastor of St. Peter's by the Sea United Methodist Church in Corpus Christi, and Simpson United Methodist Church, in Austin, Texas. He retired during the Annual conference session of 2002 and returned to San Angelo. In 2003, his good friend Rev. Carl Rohlfs, asked him to come to his church, at First United Methodist, as an Associate Pastor. He was appointed as a part-time Associate Pastor, in 2003, where he served until June 2013, when he stopped to take care of his wife. In January of 2014 they were awarded “Citizens of The Year” by the Chamber of Commerce for 2013. They enjoyed traveling, took many cruises, and enjoyed traveling in their motor homes.

Hank is survived by his son Darryl and wife Glennis of Lewisville, TX; grandchildren, Chaveaus, Darrion, Matt and his wife Ashley, and Taryn; Great granddaughter, Samara; Godson Terry and Sharlene Brittain, Goddaughter, Ramona Curtis; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friend Ethel Johnson.

Memorials may be made to the Mature Adults Council at FMC, the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen at Wesley Trinity UMC, or a charity of your choice. Special Thanks to Janice, Gay Fender, and the Cheers Journey Sunday School Classes and also Ronetta.

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

Fonda Ray Lumpkins, age 81, passed away on June 11, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. He was born on October 3, 1943, to Gene and Nina Lumpkins in Bonham, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nell Ann Otte Lumpkins; and their daughters, Lisa (Eddie) Shell of San Angelo, Texas; Kari Malone of Boca Raton, Florida; His 4 beloved grandsons, Ryan (Caylan) Gandy of San Angelo, Texas, Jake (Brittany) Gandy of Dallas, Texas, Cade (Laura) Malone, and Blake Malone of Boca Raton, Florida; Great-granddaughter, Noell Gandy and expectant great-grandson, Roman Gandy. He is also survived by his sister, Sandy (Cliff) Hillin of Springtown, Texas.

Fonda graduated from Lake View High School in 1963 and later received his degree from Angelo State University. He retired from GTE. Fonda and Nell Ann married October 24, 1964, in San Angelo, Texas, at Johnson Street Church of Christ (where they are still members).

Fonda was a gun and knife enthusiast and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling with family and friends. Fonda was a bit of a prankster and loved to tease, especially the grandkids, who were his pride and joy. Fonda loved and was greatly loved by his family, and he will be deeply missed.

In lieu of flowers the family ask for donations be made to a charity of your choice.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Harper Funeral Home with burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

James "Jim" Rasmussen, 77, passed away on June 7, 2025, at Ballinger HealthCare and Rehabilitation Center.

Jim was born on February 26, 1948, in Austin, Minnesota (Mower County) to Walter B. Rasmussen and Ella Petersen Rasmussen. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 20 years and was honorably discharged. After his military service, he worked for Lowe's and eventually retired, settling into a life where his passions could take center stage.

Jim was an avid amateur photographer, developing a special love for capturing images of birds. After retirement, he volunteered his time and talents by photographing the natural beauty of a nearby State Park in the San Angelo area-some of his work was even used for park publicity.

He enjoyed taking road trips, often visiting family in Jacksonville, Florida, and more recently in Duluth, Minnesota. He was a warm-weather traveler, always avoiding the snowy seasons and preferring the spring, summer, and fall for his visits.

Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Kurt Stanley Rasmussen; his mother, Ella Petersen Rasmussen; and his father, Walter B. Rasmussen. He is survived by his sister, Debbi Rasmussen of Duluth, MN; and his nephew, Haldan Rasmussen Gates of Sandpoint, ID.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jim's name to the San Angelo State Park in San Angelo, Texas, in honor of his love for nature and photography.

There are currently no services scheduled in San Angelo. He will be returned to his family in Minnesota and interred with his family in Illinois.

Peggy Payne, age 101, of San Angelo, TX received her glorious wings on June 4, 2025.

She was born in Brackettville, TX on January 14, 1924, to John (Counti) and Elsa Basquez. She married Albert Payne Jr., who has preceded her in death, on June14, 1946. Through that wonderful union, she left behind Robert Payne (son), Mary Payne (daughter), Albert Payne (son) and wife Shirley (Johnson) Payne, Rosetta Payne Ross (daughter), Lorenzo Payne (son), Glenn Payne  (son) (Mildred Petterson) and JoAnn Payne (daughter). Grandchildren are Jeanette Payne, Shaniqua Gray (Nathan), LaShanda Wiggins (Elijah), LaKeisha Lowe (Marqus), LaEmma Walker, Jasmine Payne, Sonya White, Tiffany, Brittany Payne, Briana Payne, Samuel Payne, Maurice Payne, Robert Payne, Jr, Andre Payne, Tevin Payne, Aliyah Payne-Blacker (James), as well as a host of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

Peggy Payne was honored in January 2020 as the eldest matriarch of the Black Seminole Indians. She was commemorated by the United Warriors Band of the Seminole Nation/John Horse Band, along with the Warren Perryman Foundation for Native American Research, in recognition of her lifelong dedication to preserving the rich heritage and legacy of her people. Her strength, wisdom, and unwavering spirit served as a guiding light for generations. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. 

Throughout her life, she was a dedicated mother who doted on all her children. She was so loving, patient, caring, and kind. She was a happy homemaker who loved cooking, sewing, and gardening.

In her earlier years, she graduated from high school in Musquez, Coh and received a bachelor’s degree in economics from the City of Mexico.

A visitation will be held on Friday, June13, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Harper Funeral Home Chapel and burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Kenneth Wortham, age 68 passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025.

Mary Glynn Perkins Waites, 91, of San Angelo passed away June 5, 2025. Mary was born on August 6, 1933, to Wallace and Louise Perkins of Zephyr, Texas and had a sister and 2 brothers.

She married Millard Doyle Waites on March 31, 1951 in Brownwood, Texas and they had 2 daughters, Sheila and Penny.

Mary was a member of Angelo Heights United Methodist Church which later became Sierra Vista Methodist Church and was a member for over 50 years. She was very active in the church in her earlier years and loved her church and friends dearly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Millard and her daughter, Sheila. She is survived by daughter, Penny and James Hopper of Leonard; son-in-law David Yoder of Sulphur Springs; brother Darrell and Reva Perkins of Zephyr and sister-in-law Linda "Butch" Perkins of Zephyr; grandchildren Kris and Rachel Yoder of Greenville, Danny Yoder of North Carolina, Sarah and Donny Casey of Mesquite and Katie and Preston Pennington of Blue Ridge. Great grandchildren Taylor, Morgan, Kailey, Brendon Yoder and Travis and Colton Pennington; and numerous nephews, nieces and friends.

Visitation will be held at Johnson's Funeral Home on Friday, June 13,2025 from 5 pm to 7 pm.

Graveside service to be held Saturday, June 14,2025 at 11 ,am at the Zephyr Cemetery in Zephyr, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Kris Yoder, Danny Yoder, Preston Pennington, Chad Perkins, Scott Perkins and Logan Perkins.

Michael Flores Lopez was born on November 17, 1947 and passed away on June 8, 2025  and is under the care of Johnson's Funeral Home.

Rosary will be held on June 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm at Johnson's Funeral Home , 435 W Beauregard Ave, San Angelo, Texas.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on June 13, 2025 at 10:00 am at St Mary's Catholic Church , 11 W Ave N, San Angelo, Texas.

Carol Sue La Fon, 81, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025. Born in Childress, Texas, on February 26, 1944, she was the beloved daughter of Fred and Eva Ruth Norman.

Carol attended High School in Iowa Park, Texas. Around this time, she met and eventually married the love of her life, Raymond La Fon. As the devoted wife of a military serviceman, she embraced the challenges of a life marked by change and adaptability. Throughout the years, Carol held various jobs. In San Angelo, she proudly ran her own upholstery business and later worked at Walmart, retiring in 2011 following a cancer diagnosis. 

Carol found joy in life’s simple pleasures—cheering on the Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers, spending time in her backyard taking care of the wild birds, keeping them well fed, and playing games with loved ones. She was known for her creativity, especially in crafting, and was admired for her exceptional skills in both cooking and upholstery.

Carol is preceded in death by her husband, Raymond La Fon; her parents, Fred and Eva Norman; her brother and sister-in-law, Freddie and Sherry Norman; her in-laws, Howard and June La Fon; brothers-in-law Milton La Fon and Anton Blake; and her son-in-law, Mark Domingue.

She is lovingly remembered by her children: Gayla Backe and husband Ross, Kim Domingue, and Marla Wimberley and husband James. Carol is also survived by her grandchildren: Brandy Stevens (Casey), Amanda Puntasecca (Joey), Ryan Wimberley (Megan), Brittany Hadfield (Jackson), and Tyler Wimberley (Josh); and her great-grandchildren: Beckham, Jaxson, Jordan, Kendall, Lincoln, Phoenix, Kamrynn, Grayson, Kanyon, and Stella. She also leaves behind her siblings: Leon Norman (Loretta), Judy Mitchell (Jimmy), Jan Revier (J.B.), and Steve Norman (Shannon), along with many nieces and nephews who will always carry her memory in their hearts.

Carol’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff at Sagecrest for the exceptional care they provided during her time there.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an organization dear to Carol’s heart.

Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.

Nenette Penafiel ended her earthly pilgrimage at the age of 68 to enter into the presence of her loving Creator on June 7, 2025 on the Vigil of Pentecost during the Jubilee Year of Hope. She was preceded in death by both parents and an older brother. She is survived by 3 older siblings, one nephew Michael Premsrirat and a niece Michelle Collins, both of Los Angeles.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with a rosary being said at 6:00 PM. Mass will be 10:00 AM on Friday, June 13, 2025 at Cathedral Church of Sacred Heart with Monsignor Larry Droll, officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Baptized and confirmed in the Catholic Faith shortly after her birth on July 20, 1956 , her parents Lorenzo & Corazon Penafiel ensured a firm faith foundation alongside her siblings Tessie Penafiel, 79 of Los Angeles, brother Antonio Penafiel of Houston age 39 at the time of his untimely demise in 1987, Roland Penafiel age 73 of San Angelo and formerly of Las Vegas, Nevada and Sally Penafiel age 71, formerly of Harlingen, Texas and now a San Angelo resident since 2023.

Enrolled at Colegio de La Consolacion in Manila run by the Augustinian nuns, there she took her studies from grade school well onto high school until her departure to the US in August 1974. She finished her last 2 years at Hoover High School in San Diego, CA where the oldest sister was living at that time. Nenette earned her BS in Home Economics with a minor in Child Psychology from Texas Tech University in 1983. Sor Imaculada, OSA most assuredly influenced her career choice as she was one of her favorite teachers who taught Home Economics. She had many cherished memories under her tutelage which enculcated in her the great lesson of making the right choices or suffering the consequences. This she passed on to her little charges at ACS.

Looking back at her many fond memories of teaching at both the public and private sectors, the thought of baking a fresh batch of cookies - new minds and hearts to mold with those tots entrusted to her each time a new school year began - brought her much joy. For over a decade at Angelo Catholic School from where she retired in 2023, she often recalled her batches of cookies with great delight especially when she bumped into them around town ever so often. She relished the thought that the loving care she put into the mix truly made a big difference in the batch. All those she worked with but most especially the parents of those whom she taught through the years can attest to that. Pilgrimages to Marian Shrines of OL Guadalupe, Medjugore, Lourdes and Fatima were among her most cherished memories. La Virgencita, Gospa and Mama Mary where her terms of endearment to Our Mother who loves us all. She imparted this knowledge to her little charges at ACS. By instilling this, she had hoped that it would spread the message in their own families and beyond

Among the activities and ministries, she was involved in were The Cursillo, ACTS Retreats, the Magnificat and the Adult Faith classes at Holy Angels. Nenette delighted some of those gatherings with her culinary treats. Most of all, the one dearest to her heart was the one hour she spent with the Eucharistic Lord on First Fridays at Holy Angels when she could and every Saturday, her Holy Hour at St. Margaret's. This was the ultimate source of her strength and final perseverance; not to give in to fear but to lean more on her Faith. For three and a half years, she fought that stupendous battle caused by her terminal illness. She fought it fiercely and zealously with all the graces and blessings she received from living out a sacramental life. After watching the Carlos Acutis movie recently, she said that if the Eucharist is the Highway to Heaven, then surely each Rosary prayed is the rest stop along the way! She was faithful to the daily recitation of the Rosary even zealously praying all 4 mysteries as her illness progressed when she had less time and energy for temporal concerns.

Nenette will always have a special place in our hearts that now are heavy with grief because of her absence. Having had this blessed assurance that our lives are like a journey, she was graced to live it to the fullest with what she had. Her pilgrim journey now ended, we begin ours after her own example.

Requiescat in pace, Nenette!