Jason Keith Schwartz, 44, of Wall, TX passed peacefully in his home on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. He was born in San Angelo, TX on September 30, 1975 to William R. and Betty Schwartz.
Jason was a graduate of Wall High School. He enjoyed his years in FFA raising swine and participating each year in the livestock show. Jason was a devoted son who loved farming with his dad, helping his mom with the garden and selling vegetables at the Concho Valley Farmers’ Market. He was also often found in the barn working on a project. His projects included fire pits, deer blinds and garden carts. Jason was a master on the BBQ pit. One could usually find him at an auction or farm sale looking for a good deal (usually a trailer). He was also an avid gun collector. Jason loved spoiling his nieces and nephews with gifts, teaching them how to hunt, hauling them to the bowling alley, treating them to lunch and his favorite – cleaning up after them when they went home.
Jason was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill and Stella Schwartz and Frank and Mary Havlak. He is survived by his parents; his sisters Tisha Schwartz (Alex Rylance), Jill (Allen) Brown, Bridget (John) Mullin; his brothers Neil Schwartz, Todd (Kim) Schwartz; nieces and nephews Austin and Laken Miller; Dylan (Brittnee) and Cody Schwartz; Brett and Drake Mullin; Davis, Parker and Sterling Schwartz; great nieces Layton Schwartz and Marley Miller. The Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 2 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church with burial following at St. Ambrose Catholic Cemetery. To reflect Jason’s love of barbequing and grilling a donation to Meals for the Elderly or a charity of your choice is appreciated.

Milton Ray Pierce died Monday, February 24, 2020 in San Angelo, Texas at his residence with his wife Sharalee by his side.

Milton was born in Brewton, Alabama on September 5, 1936. His parents who preceded him in death were Charlie Lowery and Esther May Evans. After Esther's divorce from Charlie, she married Thurman Clark Pierce who adopted Milton at age 12. Thurman gave Milton his name, and proudly used it throughout his life.

Milton attended Fort Concho Elementary, Edison Junior High, San Angelo High School (Central High), San Angelo Junior College (SAC), and the University of Texas at Austin.

He was athletically gifted playing football in high school and was an avid handball player, runner, and golfer in his adult years.

He proudly served in the United States Army, 82nd Airborne Division 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment during the Korean conflict.

Milton was married to Vera Jean Olsen and had two daughters, Catherine (Cathy) Highsmith (Bobby) and Suzen (Suze) Pierce Angle (Bryan).

He married Sharalee Rose Arvedson, and they celebrated 59 years of marriage in October 2019. Two children of this union, both deceased, were Milton Ray Pierce, Jr. who died at two months of age and Carla Pierce, who died at 31 years of age.

Milton founded Western Shamrock Corporation and Pierce-Western, Inc., businesses engaged in finance, oil and gas, automobile, and retail sales. These businesses with his management created multiple jobs for many individuals. He was very proud of this accomplishment. He was a philanthropist who treasured his city of San Angelo and did actions that promoted the community. His philosophy was to remain in the wings to encourage and mentor others.

Milton was preceded in death by grandparents, parents, brothers Larry Hayne and Thurman Clark Pierce, Jr., children Milton Ray Pierce, Jr. and Carla Pierce, two aunts and an uncle.

He is survived by his wife, sister Martha Bruton, brother R. Garland Haynes, nephews Tyler (Christa) and Bryce (Emily) Haynes and great nieces Averie, Hadley, and Blakely Haynes; nephew Jonathan (Jon) Arvedson; niece Amy Faith Arvedson Anderson (Jeff) and great nephew Wyatt Levi Anderson, and brother-in-law Richard Stephen (Steve) Arvedson (Marsha Ann), along with several cousins.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests consideration of memorial made to the Carla Pierce Memorial Scholarship administered by the San Angelo Area Foundation, West Texas Rehabilitation Center, Hospice of San Angelo, and Emmanuel Episcopal Church (San Angelo).

Visitation will be Monday, March 2, 2020 at Harper Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Service is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 3 South Randolph, San Angelo. Celebrants are The Reverend Matthew Rowe, Rector of Emmanuel and The Reverend James T. Horton. Pallbearers are Sam Davenport, Homer Gray, Roy Green, Al Shea, Albert Valadez, and Ronnie Walcott. Honorary pall bearers are Scott Wisniewski and Polo Boisse.

Special recognition and gratitude are given to the wonderful nurses of Hospice of San Angelo: Elena M., Miranda, and Elena along with the remarkable supportive staff of Hospice.

Thelma McMurtrey, 99, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord Friday, Feb. 21, 2020. Thelma was born Sept. 15, 1920, in Cimarron, New Mexico, and grew up in Wichita Falls, where she first worked as a child, collecting rent at her mother’s boarding house. After graduating from high school, she moved to San Angelo where she married A.L. “Mack” McMurtrey in 1943, and they shared many years of happiness, raising three children. Thelma was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was always devoted to her family. She had tremendous love and faith in the Lord and was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in San Angelo, where she taught religious-education classes for many years. Thelma was a pioneering businesswoman in San Angelo and had a distinguished career. She became a licensed real-estate broker and she and Mack opened The McMurtrey Agency, which enjoyed many decades of success. Thelma served as president and vice president of the San Angelo Real Estate Assn., served on the City’s Board of Realtors, in addition to the Board of Housing and Urban Development and Habitat for Humanity. She also was a longtime member of the San Angelo Republican Women’s group and the local Order of the Eastern Star. Over the course of her career, she received numerous awards and citations, and in 2009, was honored by the Texas Association of Realtors for 45 years of service. Thelma’s love and strength will live on in our hearts forever and she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Thelma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Mack, and her brother and sister-in-law James and Frances Rutledge and one grandson, Sankey McMurtrey. She is survived by her children: Joel McMurtrey of Austin; and Mickey McMurtrey and Cherry Lynn Rizzo, both of San Angelo; Belle and Joe Paul Bramhall of Bryan; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A graveside service will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7, at Belvedere Memorial Park on Arden Road with the Rev. Joel Moore officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her name be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, or a charity of choice.
Family and friends may share condolences and sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com

Edith Marie Caskie Was born on March 20, 1930. She passed away on February 21, 2020.

Services will be set for a future date to be determined.

William Marvin Duden, 73, died on Monday, February 17, 2020, at the VA Medical Center in Big Spring, Texas.
William Marvin Duden was born on October 21, 1946 in Campbell, Nebraska. He grew up in Hastings, Nebraska. He was the only child. His dad was a trainer of racing horses. His mother assisted his dad in his work. He graduated from high school and went to college for 1 year at the University of Nebraska. After leaving college, he assisted his dad in training horses.
Instead of being drafted, he joined the Army Reserves. His unit was the 295th Ordinance Company of the 396th Ordinance Battalion, which was activated in the later part of 1967. He was sent to Fort Carson, Colorado for jungle training, and then sent to Vietnam, arriving in October 1968. He served 9 months until July 1969. When his tour of duty was complete, he returned to the United Sates at Fort Lewis where he was discharged from active duty.
Bill went on to be a horse trainer. He trained horses for many years. He traveled all over from Hastings, Nebraska to the east coast. One of his favorite places to race was in Hastings. In 1996, Bill decided to end his horse training career and move to San Angelo, Texas where he worked and later retired from the Wall Coop.
He had a true heart and passion for horses and training. Horses made him the happiest. He loved his friends and family. He was a God loving man who gave whole heartedly to the less fortunate. He was a true and honest man. What was on Bill’s daily agenda? Well, one was to go visit the girls at the bank! It wasn’t a normal day for the girls without seeing Bill! And two, he would go see Coatsy and his family. He loved being out there to visit and see his favorite horse, Travis. Bill never went anywhere without suckers. Why? Well, he wanted to share with his 3 favorite little friends, Levi, Eli, and Piper. They loved seeing Mr. Bill! He loved seeing them! Gary, Sharon, Kasey, Kelly, and Kirby were a big part of his life. He loved them like family and they did as well. He was always a part of all the family parties and gatherings. Bill will always be remembered by his big heart, happy smile and his little chuckle he did. His friendly phone calls with “hello there”, and a “God bless you and have a good day” will never be forgotten.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin William Duden and Ethel Wehnes Duden.
He is survived by his cousins, Orville Duden Jr., Larry Duden and wife Elaine, Shirley Spence and husband Richard, and Merilee Jirkovsky, as well as, many of his close friends, on and off the race track, whom he loved very much.
Honorary pallbearers are Gary Coats, Andy Lumpkin, Kipp Harrell, and Caleb Felts.
Services will be Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Harper Funeral Home at 4:00pm
Burial will be in Nebraska at a later date.

On Friday, February 21, 2020, Lonnie L. (Buddy) Buck III passed away at the age of 72. Dad was born on September 30, 1947 in San Angelo, Texas to Lonnie and Imogene (Young) Buck. Dad married Rebecca Behringer in December 1966 and together they raised two children, Jennifer and Kevin.
Dad enjoyed a varied career working as a mechanic, radio DJ, musician, teacher, and owned several businesses. As a mechanic, Dad worked for his grandfather and father at Jess Young’s Garage and later owned the business and Buddy’s Auto Parts, as a teacher he taught mechanics at Edison Jr. High for San Angelo Independent School District and Western Texas College in Snyder, TX. He also owned Cactus RC Hobbies and was the home distributor for the Dallas Morning News in San Angelo. At the beginning of his working life Dad worked as a radio DJ in Junction, TX and finished his career working for the KGKL family of stations in San Angelo.
A lifelong musician, Dad played multiple instruments, the violin being his primary instrument. He played in several bands through the years and lead his own band, Spur of the Moment playing alongside many local musicians including his brother Jess. He also shared his love of music by teaching those who asked for help.
Dad also loved to cook, always willing to try a new recipe, cooking style, ingredient or kitchen gadget. Although many cuisines and styles were tried throughout the years, he and Mom enjoyed cooking Chinese the most. We remember his joy in planning, cooking and sharing food with a group of family and friends.
Dad is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rebecca; children Jennifer (Hair) and Kevin; Son in law Michael; grandchildren Katherine, Maya and Amial Hair; Brother and sister in law, Jess and Beth Buck; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dad’s life was well lived, filled with kindness, compassion, music, animals, friends and family. He never met a stranger and was quick with words of encouragement and a helping hand when needed.
He will be greatly missed.
A visitation will be held for family and friends on Sunday, March 1st from 2:00-4:00pm at Harper Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank the staff at Fresenius Kidney Care, Angelo Kidney Connection, the doctors, nurses and aides in the emergency room, the fifth and sixth floors of Shannon Hospital, and the staff at Comfort Keepers.
In the spirit Dad’s love of cooking and sharing food, a donation to Meals for the Elderly in lieu of flowers is appreciated.

James Gaither was born on November 2, 1940 and passed away on February 24, 2020.

San Juana L. Diaz, age 79, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Monday February 24, 2020. San Juana was born December 2, 1940 in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico.

She married Roberto S. Diaz and the two remained together until his passing on September 26, 1998. San Juana enjoyed spending time and caring for her family. She expressed her love through her cooking, whether it was a meal or just a snack. She also had a green thumb, which could be seen as she lovingly tended to her garden. San Juana was an incredibly loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed by everyone whose heart she touched.

San Juana was preceded in death by her husband Roberto S. Diaz. She is survived by; daughter Rosa D. Perez; daughter Jovita D. Shields and husband Mike; and son Venturo Diaz and wife Susanna; granddaughter Bianca D. Ramirez and husband Matthew, granddaughter Kathryn N. Perez, granddaughter Christina M. Perez, grandson Sebastian Diaz, granddaughter Adriana Diaz, grandson Robert Diaz, granddaughter Alyssa Diaz, great grandson Michael Ramirez, great grandson Zachary Ramirez, great granddaughter Juliana Ramirez, and great granddaughter Makenzie Shields.

A rosary for San Juana will be held Friday, February 28, 2020 at 7:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will occur Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 10:00 AM at St Mary's Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

The Diaz family would like to thank Dr. Cerna and the nurses and staff on the 6th floor at Shannon for their compassion and care during this difficult time. The family would also like to thank her special friends, Virginia and Hilda, who stuck by her side through it all. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com for the Diaz family.

FAMILY

• Roberto S. Diaz, Husband (deceased)
• Rosa D. Perez, Daughter
• Jovita D. Shields and husband Mike, Daughter
• Venturo Diaz and wife Susanna, Son
• Bianca D. Ramirez and husband Matthew, Granddaughter
• Kathryn N. Perez, Granddaughter
• Christina M. Perez, Granddaughter
• Sebastian Diaz, Grandson
• Adriana Diaz, Granddaughter
• Robert Diaz, Grandson
• Alyssa Diaz, Granddaughter
• Michael Ramirez, Great Grandson
• Zachary Ramirez, Great Grandson
• Juliana Ramirez, Great Granddaughter
• Makenzie Shields, Great Granddaughter

Frances Arlene Horn was born on July 14, 1934 and passed away on February 23, 2020.

Hazel Dooley was born November 28, 1917 on a farm in the Blevins community in Falls County, Texas, and passed away February 20, 2020 in San Angelo. She married Roscoe B. Dooley December 17, 1949 in San Angelo. They have two children: Esta Lucile Dooley Smith and Larry McCoy Dooley.

The fifth of nine children born to James Marion and Minnie Lee Harris McCoy, she attended school in Blevins and graduated from Bruceville-Eddy High School in 1936. She actively participated in sports, drama and was valedictorian of her graduating class. She earned an Associate of Arts degree from John Tarleton College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from the University of Texas in 1942.

Hazel worked her way through college with campus employment from waiting tables in the dining hall to operating the switch board in the office of public relations. She began her professional career as a teacher in Long Branch School, a one-teacher school, in a community near her home in Falls County. The small school consolidated with Bruceville-Eddy School district at the end of her two months of teaching, and she taught there two years before resigning to complete her education at the University of Texas.

Hazel was named second Vice-President of the Home Economics Club her senior year and was active in campus sports including being on the tennis team for UT. She was one of the Blue Bonnet Belle nominees pictured in the yearbook her senior year. She worked as an intramural manager and a member of the runner-up team for the campus volleyball championship.

After graduation from UT Dooley held the positions of Assistant Home Supervisor for Farmer Security Administration in Palestine and Anson, Texas, and the Tom Green County Home Demonstration Agent for the Texas A&M University Agricultural Extension Service. She taught as a substitute in Home Economics at San Angelo College and Angelo State University. She was a “Stay-at-home Mom” for 19 years to rear the children.

Nutrition and health played key roles in Hazel’s volunteerism and work experience. She re-entered the workforce as Dietary Consultant for Baptist Memorial Geriatric Center in San Angelo. She directed the Expanded Nutrition Program as an Associate Extension Agent for Texas A&M University Agricultural Extension Service. She helped Mrs. Alice Rogers to implement the Meals for The Elderly Program in 1974 and was the first dietitian for the program. She taught Homemaking at Edison Junior High for two years before retiring.

Hazel gave many hours of volunteer service to community needs including serving as a member of the Tom Green County Draft Board during WWII. President Franklin Roosevelt awarded a certificate for her meritorious service to the war effort. She was an adult leader for 4-H club members for 10 years and an active member of the PTA.

She judged for the first Standard-Times Concho Cookery contest and the district “Make-It-Yourself with Wool” contest, continuing to judge for many years. Hazel’s other judging activities included Texas A&M Extension Service sponsored activities in Tom Green county, district and area contests, and homemaking activities at Angelo State University. She served as Director of Youth division for arts and crafts at the San Angelo Stock Show.

An active volunteer at Ft. Concho Railway Museum, and La Grande Alumni and Visitor Center at Angelo State University, she was awarded Volunteer of the Year in appreciation of her outstanding community service. A member of the San Angelo Retired Teachers Association and the San Angelo Retired Senior Volunteer Program, she received an award for 30 years of service. She was a member of Trail Blazer Organization, Big Lake.

Hazel served as Past President of ASU Women’s Club and as a member of First Christian Church. Her church activities included serving as the inaugural president of the Henson Class in 1946, president of Christian Women’s Fellowship, teacher in the children and youth divisions of the church school, Superintendent of Vacation Bible school and adult leader for summer camps at Camp Christian at Lake Brownwood. She served as a ringer for the adult hand bell choir of the First Christian Church for many years and as a member of The Golden Hand Bell Choir of the first Baptist Church, ringing with them at their National Convention on Aging in Waco.

Despite never attending ASU, Hazel presided over the Angelo State University Women’s Club and was recognized as Honoree Alumna at the Angelo State University Homecoming in 2012.

Preceding her in death: her husband of 55 years in 2005, her parents, five brothers, and three sisters.

She is survived by a daughter, Esta Smith and husband James, of San Angelo, and a son, Larry Dooley and wife, Kim, of College Station. Also surviving are her grandchildren: Britni and Jonathon Miller, DVM, of Leander; Brooke Dooley of Fort Worth ;Eva and Tom Hack of Ensenada, MX; Angela & Jonathan Frouman of Round Rock; Francesca Smith of Long Beach, CA; Paula and Phil Braaten of McKinney; Virginia & Zac Ford of Dallas; Sara Bendandi of Kyle; Julianna Smith of Dallas; Christina Smith in Long Beach, CA; and Jimi Smith of San Angelo; and eight great grandchildren.

Special thanks to nephew and special care giver, Jim McCoy of Big Lake, and 16 nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, 29 N. Oaks, San Angelo, TX 76903, Meals for the Elderly, 310 E. Houston Harte, San Angelo, TX 76903, The R.B and Hazel Dooley Endowed Scholarship, ASU Station, #11023, San Angelo. TX 76909, or your favorite charity.

Public viewing will be from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, February 23, 2020, at Robert Massie Funeral Home and from 8:30 until 8:00 PM with the family receiving friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, February 24, 2020, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at First Christian Church, 29 N. Oaks, with Rev. T.J. Shoop-York, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Park under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.