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Larry Thomas Ross

05/30/2023 - 09:07 , by TKing09

In loving memory of Larry Ross, who passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023, at 81 years of age in San Angelo, Texas. Larry was born on February 22, 1942, in Arlington, Indiana to William and Bessie Ross. Upon graduation from Arlington High School in 1960, he embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to contribute his skills and expertise to the United States Air Force. He completed basic training in San Antonio, Texas. He studied Russian at the University of Indiana and at Syracuse University in New York, and completed Vietnamese language training in El Paso, Texas. He served as a Russian and Vietnamese linguist with various assignments in Okinawa, Japan, Germany, and the US. He served in the Security Service and dedicated a significant portion of his life to serving his country, until his retirement in 1981 with the distinguished rank of Senior Master Sergeant. Through his dedication and unwavering commitment, he made a lasting impact during his years of service. Larry was a member of the Heritage Chapter of the Freedom Through Vigilance Association, a small but robust organization, in which he served as Secretary and Treasurer for many years. His legacy within the Air Force will forever be remembered.

After retirement, Larry pursued Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and in Accounting, graduating in 1985. He taught Computer Science at Howard College and then ran his own computer consulting business. He enjoyed traveling, photography, and genealogy in particular. He had done extensive research into his family and his wife’s family, finding many interesting and hard-working family members along the way.

Beyond his professional achievements, Larry was a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Diane Ross, and two daughters, Kimberly McKee (Steve) of San Antonio and Laura Ross of Austin, and his loving sister, Katherine Ellison of Rushville, Indiana, as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, William Arthur Ross, and a nephew, Lynn Ellison. His memory will forever remain in our hearts.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hodges and Dr. Kenneth Perret at Shannon Medical Center, as well as the dedicated ER and ICU staff, for their care. We appreciate the Pastoral Care chaplains for their exceptional support during a time of stress and bereavement.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry’s memory can may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church, 3231 College Hills Blvd, San Angelo, Texas, 76904; to the Freedom Through Vigilance Association, PO Box 2469, San Angelo, Texas; or to a charity of choice.

A memorial service will be held later in the summer at Calvary Lutheran Church. Family and friends can share online condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

“You are gone from us…but your spirit remains.

Fly High, Fly Long, Silent Warrior.

Forever on watch.”

- Lonnie Henderson

 

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Jannett McDuff Miers

05/27/2023 - 12:49 , by live

Jannett McDuff Miers passed peacefully in her home on May 25, 2023 at the age of 85 to be with her Lord and Savior.

Jannett was born on January 31, 1938 in Stamford, Texas to T.C. "Speck" and Lucille McDuff. Jannett graduated from Anson High School in 1956 and attended Draughn’s Business College in Abilene, graduating in 1957.

On March 8, 1968, Jannett married the love of her life, Harold Miers. They were married for 52 years before his passing in 2020.

She pursued a 30 year career as a Customer Service Engineer with General Telephone & Electronics Company (GTE) until taking an early retirement in 1989.

Jannett enjoyed gardening, shopping, fishing, listening to country music, dancing, as well as spending time with her family.

Jannett is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sister, Lanell McDuff.

Jannett is survived by a daughter, Jamie Martin and husband David of San Angelo, a son Billy Anders of San Angelo, a step-son Lloyd White and wife Kim of

Bedford and a step-daughter Michele Montgomery of Lewisville. She is also survived by grandchildren; Taryn Anders Peek, Dustin Martin, Ashlea Martin, Taylor White, Matthew White and Erin Veale as well as great-children, especially frequent visits full of laughter with her great-grandson, Cody Peek.

Our family would like to thank the following for providing continuing care: John Harvey M.D., Rene Ragucci and Mari Crespo.

A visitation will be held on Monday May, 29, 2023 at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held Tuesday May 30, 2023 at Harper Funeral Home at 12:00 PM with burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family would be honored to have a donation sent in Jannett's name to Hospice of Ballinger or Meals for the Elderly.

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Mary Jane Butler

05/23/2023 - 14:39 , by TKing09

Mary Jane Marshall Butler died on Saturday, May 20, 2023 in San Angelo.

Celebration of life services will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd with Father Robbie Hal Scott, pastor, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mary Jane Marshall Butler was born on October 6, 1931 in Tallahassee, Florida to Lehnholf and Mary Marshall. She grew up at and loved St. Teresa Beach, Florida. She was a speech pathologist and diagnostician who helped hundreds of preschool children during her long career in Florida and Texas. She moved to Texas in 1964 to marry George Butler, her husband of 54 years. They combined their families and lived together in Houston, St. Teresa Beach, Florida, Glen Rose and San Angelo. She was a faithful member of the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George; her parents; her sister, Nancy Bramlett; and her son, Bill Austin.

She is survived by her children, Don Butler and wife Marian of Houston; Barbara Barnes and husband Dean of Larchmont, New York, Sarah Marshall of Aurora and Mary Beth Butler and husband Ken Pritchett of Denton, and Nancy Scott and husband Scooter of Mertzon; her daughter-in-law Janet Redden of Aurora; her grandchildren, Kelly Butler, Kevin Butler and wife Nicola, Brad Butler and husband Jamie Gin, Katie Barnes and Josh Roman, Susan Girling and husband Adam, Priscilla Darnell and husband Jason, Marshall Austin, Brandon Pritchett and wife Courtney Hammer, Saxon, Mallory, and Spencer Scott; great-grandchildren Benjamin, Max, and Henry Butler, Lucy and Emily Girling, Nash and Nova Pritchett, and Ellory Darnell.

The family is immensely grateful to the staff of Sagecrest Alzheimer's Care Center in San Angelo, where she was well loved and beautifully cared for.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tom Green County Public Library's PALS program (People Attaining Library Services), which delivered books to Mary Jane regularly in her last years https://www.tgclibrary.com/Pages/Index/226843/donate-to-the-library or to the Dementia Society of America www.dementiasociety.org.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Saturday
June 17, 2023
1:00 PM  
Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd  
3355 W Beauregard Ave
San Angelo, TX 76904

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Edwina Dela Garza

05/23/2023 - 14:34 , by TKing09

Edwina Dela Garza,81, went to be with our Heavenly father on Friday, May 19, n2023.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Monday, May 22, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with a Vigil at 7:00 PM. Mass of burial will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mereta with Father Tom Barley, officiating. Burial will follow in Mereta-Eola Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Dela Garza was born on December 14,1941 to Guadalupe Flores and David Ramirez. Edwina married Alfred Dela Garza on February 14, 1961. Together they have six children. Edwina worked at Wall ISD for 42 years. She loved her job as a teacher's aide and bus driver. Edwina sang in the Mereta choir, was a CCD teacher, was in the altar society, and an active member at Holy Family Catholic Church for many years. Edwina loved reading James Patterson novels, word finds and visiting Las Vegas. Most of all she loved spending time with her family.

She's preceded in death by her parents, and her daughter, Nancy Ann Reyes.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Alfred, her daughter, Sylvia DeLeon and husband Mark of San Angelo; her four sons Norbert Dela Garza and wife Patsy, Robert Dela Garza and wife Ginny all of San Angelo, Hank Dela Garza and wife Becky of San Antonio, and Roger Dela Garza of San Angelo. 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandson.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Meals for the Elderly, 310 E Houston Harte Expressway, San Angelo, TX 76903.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to Angels Care Hospice and their nurses, Jennifer, Autumn, and Christina for the love and care they showed Edwina.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Monday
May 22, 2023
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM  
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903 

 


ROSARY

Monday
May 22, 2023
7:00 PM  
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel  
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903 

 


MASS

Tuesday
May 23, 2023
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM  
Holy Family Catholic Church  
18370 Bledsoe Road
Mereta, TX 76940

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James Frederick Ridge

05/23/2023 - 14:32 , by TKing09

Jim Ridge finally won his battle with dementia at the age of 93. He passed away on May 20, 2023 at his residence on Dove Creek surrounded by loved ones. During his years in San Angelo, he served on the City Council as Mayor Pro Tem and was the founding Executive Director of the Concho Valley Council of Governments and first Chairman of the Texas Association of Regional Councils. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of San Angelo. His was a life of service.

Jim was born December 13, 1929, in Benton Ridge, Ohio, to D.E and Ruth (Freed) Ridge at home in a blizzard. He attended Findlay College and graduated from Bowling Green State University, where he was a proud member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. Following college, he joined the Air Force, where he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and was eventually stationed at Goodfellow as the supervising officer for the Office of Special Investigation. He arrived in San Angelo on May 3rd of 1953.

While at Goodfellow, he was introduced to Anne Bryant Allen. The two were married on April 30, 1955. He later adopted her two children Douglas Bryant and Martha Jane. He and Anne went on to have two children, Rebecca Anne and James F., Jr. After the Air Force, Jim worked for IBM and Merrill Lynch in Ohio and Houston, but eventually returned to San Angelo. He was a rancher for many years on the Bryant Ranch at Tankersley.

Among his many hobbies, Jim was an accomplished outdoorsman and enjoyed several hunting and photo safaris to East Africa. He also traveled to several countries in Europe and to China. His eyes would twinkle while he told of stalking leopard in the Kalahari or hunting elk in Colorado.

He was preceded in death by his parents, by his former wife Anne Bryant Watkins, by his grandson Andrew Douglas Ridge, by his sister Mary Ellen Budd, and by brothers Robert Warren Ridge and Max Wayne Ridge. He is survived by his loving partner of 28 years, Christine K. Wells, by his children Doug (Cindy) of Austin, Jane Austin (Tom), Rebecca Anne Ridge and James F. Ridge Jr. (Carolyn McEnrue), all of San Angelo. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Rachael Anne Snyder of Norfolk, Virginia, and Annabret McKibbin of San Angelo, and by his sister Margaret (Peg) Elaine Ridge Stuckey of Centerville, Ohio.

Visitation will be at Harper Funeral home Thursday, May 25, from 5-7 PM. Graveside services will be at Fairmount Cemetery Friday, May 26, at 11 AM.

Special thanks for the invaluable help and caring go out to Yami Franco, Gentiva Hospice, and the Dove Creek Volunteer Fire Department.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation to Dove Creek Volunteer Fire Department (11191 Northcross Ln, San Angelo, TX 76904), Ambleside Concho Valley (207 N. Main, San Angelo, 76903), or The Adult Literacy Council (59 E. 6th St, San Angelo, TX 76903), or to a charity of your choice.

Visitation

Thursday, May 25, 2023

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

 

Graveside

Friday, May 26, 2023

11:00AM

Fairmount Cemetery 
1120 W. Ave. N 
San Angelo, TX 76901

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Billy Wayne Roberson

05/23/2023 - 14:29 , by TKing09

Billy (Bill) Wayne Roberson (90) passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2023, in San Angelo, TX with the love of his life Kathy Roberson by his side.

Born on April 1st, 1933, to Scott and Marie (Knipp) Roberson, in Waco, Texas, he spent his youth in Waco and then Corpus Christi, TX. Bill was a 1951 graduate of Roy Miller High School in Corpus Christi, TX. He then continued his education at Texas A&I University in Kingsville, TX and Sul Ross State University in Alpine, TX. After graduating from college Bill was both a High School teacher and Texas State Champion High School Basketball and Baseball Coach in both Karnes City, TX and Robstown, TX. When he wasn't coaching, he was an extremely competitive Fastpitch Softball player and spent most of his off-time traveling across Texas from tournament to tournament. He remained in close contact with his former students, players and fastpitch teammates throughout his life. Before long, he moved to Corpus Christi, TX and got into the commercial insurance business for the then named "Employers Insurance of Texas". He would continue to work in Insurance for the rest of his life. In the mid-1960s he moved with Employers Insurance to Houston, Texas where he met Jean Elaine Collier at work. They were married in Mexico City, in 1970. They had two sons, named William Todd Roberson and Terry Wayne Roberson. In 1974, the family moved from the Walnut Bend neighborhood of Houston to Oak Creek Village in the Spring-Klein area of Northwest Houston. Bill was a very resolute advocate for, board member of, and coach for Spring-Klein Baseball, Football and Soccer. Coaching all three sports year round, his teams won a total of 4 State Tournaments in youth Baseball and Football. Bill was incredibly involved in the community and served as Chairman and President of the Bammel MUD for 10 years. He was an elected member of the Spring ISD School Board, and the Klein Fire Department. He was also a founding member of Champion Forest Baptist Church where he served on the Long-Range Planning Committee and served as Director of the Single Adult Department.

Bill was married to Katherine "Kathy" Nelson Babbitt, in 1988 until his passing in 2023. They were introduced by a lifelong friend and colleague, and their first date was at Mama's Cafe on Westheimer in Houston, TX. Soon thereafter they were married in San Antonio, TX on the Riverwalk. For 35 years Bill and Kathy were two peas in a pod and loved one another very deeply.

If possible, Bill and Kathy would eat out every meal at a cafe, diner, or Mexican food restaurant. He loved the banter between he and the waiters and waitresses. Kathy would try to keep him in line, which she rarely did as they were too busy laughing at his latest prank. He loved country music, especially Garth Brooks. He kept his great sense of humor to the end.

He was an avid deer hunter and spent most of his weekends in the fall on hunting leases from Franklin, TX to Fredericksburg, TX. During the Spring he was in heaven hunting Rio Grande Turkeys, which he called "playing Marco Polo with a Gobbler".

Bill was a strong-willed personality and could be stubborn at times, but he also had an enormous heart and a wonderful/world class sense of humor. He was generous, loyal, and incredibly humble. He was clever and full to the brim with knowledge gained through all of his life experiences: the great depression, insurance sales, sports, and hunting. He could name every High School mascot from ANY Texas High School at any time. He also possessed the ability to fix or build anything.

Forever proud of his children, and five grandchildren he proudly referred to them as “his greatest accomplishments”. He was known for loving them greater than he ever imagined possible. He will be remembered for all the heart and love he shared with his friends and family. He truly loved each of them- and if you knew him, you knew it. When his time came, he carried himself with dignity, strength, and full of love for those who went before him. He will be missed dearly.

He was preceded in death by his Father Scott Roberson, and Mother Marie (Knipp) Roberson. He is survived by his wife Kathy Roberson of San Angelo, TX; his sister, Ann Echols of New Braunfels, TX; his two sons Todd Roberson, of Pearland, TX, and Terry Roberson and his wife Marianna Roberson of Houston, TX; and his five grandchildren Hunter Roberson, Henry Roberson, Lucia Roberson, Fiona Roberson and Theodore Roberson.

In typical Bill Roberson fashion, with humility as his guide, he wished to be cremated. Asked that no funeral services be planned, and most certainly no "pomp and circumstance". A celebration of life will occur in Houston, TX with date, time and location to be determined.

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John William "Johnny" Kelso II

05/17/2023 - 10:11 , by TKing09

John (Johnny) William Kelso, II, age 54, of San Angelo, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023. John was born on January 17, 1969, at Barksdale AFB. John was the only child of John and Loyce Kelso.

He graduated from Nederland High School and attended Howard College. John worked at the San Angelo State School until his retirement. While at the State School he met the love of his life, Michele. They started their life together as man and wife on July 15, 2000. John loved family and being a dad. Helping raise Michele’s boys and their daughter, Rene, were the happiest moments of his life.

John, Michele and Rene’ are all active members of the Paul Ann Baptist Church, where the Men’s Group has been a blessing in the Kelso house.

John Kelso is survived by his wife, Michele Kelso of San Angelo, Texas; mother, Loyce Kelso; children Senjen Browder and grandchildren Madalynn and Weston; Clinton Browder (Kandice) and grandchildren Grant, Addison, Leon, Cypher, Scarlett; and Rene’ Kelso.

John is predeceased by his father, John Kelso; In laws Michael and Judy Schmickle; a special aunt and uncle, Joyce and Mel, who helped raise him; and a sweet baby angel that he and Michele lost.

A memorial service will be held at Paul Ann Baptist Church in the Impact Auditorium at 10:00am on Saturday May 20, 2023. Services will be conducted by Willie Rojas. Men Standing in Honor will be Chris Dunbar, Travis Griffith and Stephen Foster.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

 

Memorial Service

Saturday, May 20, 2023

10:00AM

Paul Ann Baptist Church 
2531 Smith Blvd. 
San Angelo, TX 76905

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Florence Merlene Vickers

05/15/2023 - 09:14 , by TKing09

Florence Merlene Vickers (94) passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, in San Angelo, TX.

Merlene was born May 18, 1928 in El Campo, Texas to Glenn Ivan and Florence Ruby Banfield. She graduated from El Campo High School in 1945 and then moved to San Angelo to attend the Shannon School of Nursing.

In 1946 she was introduced to Gene Vickers. They were married August 21, 1946 and enjoyed 73 years together prior to his passing in 2019. They made San Angelo their home and for the majority of the time she was a homemaker. She was an excellent cook and skilled seamstress. She sewed and knitted many garments for her children. She accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age and was a faithful servant. She taught adult Sunday School at Lake View Christian Church for many years as well as held numerous leadership positions and sang in the choir. After the children graduated, she worked at the Credit Bureau of San Angelo until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with family and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and their activities.

With a sweet spirit and gentle nature, she was a positive inspiration to all who knew her.

Merlene was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

She is survived by her brother; Ivan Banfield (Jean) of Denison, children; Sandy McCracken(Tiger) of San Angelo, Tom Vickers(Jennifer) of Brownwood, grandchildren; Whitney Vinson(Orrin) of Water Valley, Blake McCracken of Ridgecrest, CA, Bryce Vickers(Sharon) of Lubbock, and Kirk Vickers of Lewisville, and great grandchild John Oliver Vinson of Water Valley, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

The family extends gratitude to Veronica Martinez for countless hours of loving, untiring care provided for Merlene over many years. Also, a special thanks to Dr. Carl Anderton for his many years of dedicated care.

There will be an open viewing on Monday, May 15, 2023, from 8:00am-7:00pm, at Harper Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 11:00am, with Pastor Bobby Roger officiating.

Memorials to West Texas Rehab and Meals for the Elderly are suggested by the family.

 

Viewing

Monday, May 15, 2023

8:00AM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

 

 

Graveside

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

11:00AM

Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens 
4989 FM Highway 1223 
San Angelo, TX 76905

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