Fredric Benjamin Jones, Jr. was born in Midland, Texas, on March 2, 1943 to Fredric Benjamin Jones, Sr. and Earlene Welch Jones. He grew up as a working cowboy and loved hunting and fishing, two sports that he enjoyed his entire life. He graduated from Midland High in 1961 and attended college in Alpine, Texas. During his college years he rode bulls and also learned to fly obtaining his pilot’s license in 1962. Fred graduated from Sul Ross State University in August of 1966 with a Bachelor of Science degree and a certificate to teach secondary Science. He taught one year in Eagle Pass before moving to Ozona, Texas, where he would continue his teaching career for another 28 years. He had an art for sharing his love of Science and was honored by the Who’s Who Among American’s Teachers in 1996. To those who knew Fred, teaching Art would have appeared to be his calling as well. There was nothing he could not create given a simple pencil and a bit of time. During his teaching career, he was also a private pilot and became a Certified Flight Instructor. After retiring from teaching, Fred continued flying both privately and for various entities. He met Jo Karen Carpenter the two were married on May 25, 2001. This marriage not only united him with the love of his life, but also made Fred and instant grandfather to 5 little boys and 1 little girl who instantly loved him to pieces. Fred and Jo moved from their home in Ozona to Midland and then settled at Ducote Air Park in San Angelo, Texas. Here living on the runway, Fred was able to capitalize on his love of flying logging over 9000 Hours of flight time during his life. He was also a member of the EAA and the AOPA. When not flying, Fred and Jo spent many hours shooting clays. Fred would never boast, but he was a fantastic marksman loving all aspects of the game. His prized guns were well pampered and reloading the perfect shell was second nature to Fred.
He is survived by his wife Jo and her children, Jason and wife Judith, and Kara and husband Todd; 5 grandchildren, Jacob and wife Brooke, Brendan and wife Jennifer, Jared, JonTod, Joli, and JoeRex; 3 great grandchildren, Logan, Levi, and Peyton; 3 brothers-in-law, Don Ford and wife Betty, Butch Ford, and Larry and wife Cathy; and 1 sister-in-law, Cindy and husband Albert, along with several cousins. Fred is preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Harper Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundations at Tunnel2Towers.org

The Lord supported him all the days of his life, until the shadows lengthened, and evening came, then this weary wanderer turned his face toward home and God. Such was the passing of Mr. William James Cobbs on Saturday, January 25, 2020, after a short illness.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Friday at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Dr. Fredd Adams, officiating. Burial will follow at Pioneer Memorial Cemetery in Grape Creek under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

William was born December 5, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Robert and Agnes Cobbs. William, the youngest of nine children, grew up in Philadelphia and graduated from high school there.

He served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. Upon returning home he went to work for the United States Postal Service in Philadelphia, where he was employed for 27 years before an accident forced his retirement. William moved with his sister, Mildred and brother-in-law, John, in San Angelo to recuperate.

After his recovery, he enrolled in Howard College where he received an AA degree in Early Childhood Education. He was employed by SAISD as a Head Start Teacher and Grape Creek ISD as a Substitute Teacher before, again becoming unable to work.

William's survivors include a daughter, Dr. Lauren C. Trantola and husband Christopher of Lubbock; a son, Victor Cobbs and wife Crystal of Sicklerville, New Jersey; two brothers, David Cobbs of Phoenix, Arizona, and Edward Cobbs and wife Charlene of Cherry Hill, New Jersey; three sisters, Mildred Thompson and husband John of San Angelo, Rose Fisher, and Ruth Adams both of Philadelphia; five grandchildren; a special friend, Ruth Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. William was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and 1 sister.

Lord, we ask that You grant him eternal rest and let light shine perpetually upon him. Amen.

Penyette Denise (Dempsey) Owens of Big Lake completed her work here on this earth on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the age of 61. Penni was born to Nell and Wesley Dempsey in Ranger, Texas on March 1, 1958. She married Rusty Owens on August 5, 1978 in Ranger after meeting at Tarleton State University.
Penni grew up on a family farm where money was tight and hard work was an expectation. Her quiet demeanor and devotion aligned with the ranching family she married into. She was employed for a time at Reagan Memorial Hospital and for more than 25 years at Reagan County ISD as the Special Education Secretary. Most importantly, she dedicated her life to being the #1 supporter of her husband and her children. She was both a travel agent and a tour guide for every basketball game, track and cross country meet, 4-H project and livestock show in which her kids were involved. She was a cheerleader and a coach. She proofread endless homework assignments, scholarship essays and algebra equations. She was a student and a teacher. Family came first. Her creative smarts and listening ear instilled a sense of peace in those she served. She was a counselor and therapist. Her grandchildren adored her calm spirit and they loved reading in Mimi’s lap. Her essence of peace was present throughout her last day on this earth.

Penni was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, her son Corey Owens (Shauna) of San Angelo, daughter Darci Owens of San Antonio and two grandchildren Carson and Avery Owens. She is also survived by her mother, Nell; brother Steve Dempsey of Ranger, sister Jeri Ponder (JT) of Richland Hills, brother Mark Dempsey (Trissie) of Breckenridge and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo. A private family ceremony will be held in Stephens County at the family farm in Ranger.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Gabriel’s Hospice or the Barnhart Cowboy Church.
The family would like to thank the staff of New Haven Memory Care, St. Gabriel’s Hospice and the many friends who supported the Owens family in Penni’s final years.
She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.
-Proverbs 31: 26-29

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." (anonymous)

Phyllis Mae Johnson, 89, passed from this earthly life on January 26, 2020. She was born on December 4, 1930 in Pueblo, Colorado to Frank and Francis Kochevar. After graduating from high school, she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper. She would often go to USO dances in Colorado Springs with her girlfriends. On one of those occasions, she met the love of her life, Leonard Johnson who was enlisted in the Air Force and stationed at Ent Air Force Base at the time. After dating just 3 short months, they were married on November 3, 1956 in Pueblo, Colorado. Phyllis was a devoted military wife and loving mother raising four strong daughters. Leonard's Air Force career took his family to several places such as Florida, Spain, North Dakota, Thailand and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan over the next 21 years before retiring in San Angelo in 1972. In retirement Phyllis and Len enjoyed watching all types of sports, but particularly Angelo State football games. Another favorite pastime was playing BINGO on Tuesday nights at Goodfellow AFB. Even after Len's passing, BINGO was mom's "Happy Place" where she enjoyed the company of many good friends she dearly loved. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Leonard Johnson, and brother-in-law Tim Taylor. She is survived by her daughters, Diane Johnson, Sharon Flippin and husband Gary, Terri Havenstrite, and Sandi Raun; her grandchildren Cory Flippin and wife Mary Beth, Christopher Havenstrite, Joy Havenstrite, Faith Raun, Cole Raun, and one (soon to be born) great grandson Ezra Jack Flippin; her beloved sister Donna Jo Taylor, nieces and nephew Karen, Kenny, and Kathy; sister-in-law Karen Aston and husband Ronni; and a special friend and caregiver ALma Delarosa. A special thanks for the wonderful care given by Dr. Mondal and all the staff at Shannon 4 South. The rosary will be at Holy Angels Chapel at 6:30pm Friday, January 31, 2020. The funeral mass will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Holy Angels Catholic Church. Father Charles Greenwell will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Phyllis' name can be made to Angelo Catholic School, Tom Green County Relay for Life, West Texas Rehab, or a charity of your choice.

Paul Russell Lott of San Angelo passed away January 25, 2020. Graveside services will be held January 31, 2020 at the Rule Cemetery at 11:00a.m. with Pastor Kirk Watson officiating. Paul was a member of First United Methodist Church and Elks Lodge. He was an avid hunter and fisherman with a passion for football. He was preceded in death by his wife Kitty Lott. His parents Adrian Lott and Henrietta Strauss. He is survived by his daughter Brandy Lott, brother Charles Lott, sister Gail Logan and husband Don. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society 3228 College Hills Blvd. San Angelo, TX. 76903. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com

Donald Earl Mauldin, 84, of San Angelo, TX went to be with the Lord on January 24, 2020. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was born on November 1, 1935 to Rev. Alvin R Mauldin and Winnie Novelle (Turner) Mauldin in Huckabay, TX. After graduating from Miles High School in 1954, he went on to study Mathematics and receive both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Southwest Texas University in San Marcos.
After graduation he began teaching 6th grade at Holiman Elementary in Lake View ISD and became principal after five years. He went on to be principal at San Jacinto, Alta Loma, and Fannin elementary schools in San Angelo ISD. In total he enjoyed a 42-year career in the school system, having a positive impact on thousands of students. He enjoyed seeing ex-students and hearing about accomplishments and personal growth in their lives.
In January 1961, he met Deloras Ann Pape at a church party, and they wed on December 28, 1961. They have three children, Michael, Deborah and Darron. Donald and Deloras recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary.
After retiring in 2000, Donald and Deloras spent time serving in the Homebound Ministry with First Baptist Church of San Angelo and volunteered with Meals for the Elderly. Donald was a devoted Christian and family man. He enjoyed playing the piano and spending time with his seven grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
Donald is predeceased by his parents and his brother, Dr. Alvin R Mauldin. He is survived by his loving wife, Deloras Mauldin of San Angelo; his three children and their spouses, Michael and Kim Mauldin of San Antonio, TX, Deborah and Roy Kinney of Mineral Bluff, GA, and Darron and Jeannette Mauldin of Conroe, TX; his seven grandchildren, Cameron, Kyle, Cory, Kristen, Zachary, Jared, and Matthew; and one great granddaughter, Arabella. He is also survived by his sister, Sandra and spouse James Rackley of Georgetown, TX, his sister-in-law Mary Mauldin of Austin, TX, and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends visitation will be 5:00-7:00 pm Thursday, January 30, at Harper Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will be held at Harper Funeral Home at 2:00 pm Friday, January 31. Officiating will be Chaplain Scott Melton, assisted by Rev. Taylor Norman. Burial will follow the service at Fairmont Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Cameron Mauldin, Zachary Mauldin, Jared Mauldin, and Matthew Mauldin. Honorary pallbearers will be Kyle Kinney, Cory Kinney, and Kristen Mauldin.
The family appreciates the loving care of Scott, Diana, Miranda, Elena, Jenny, and Hope from Hospice of San Angelo. In lieu of flowers, family and friends are encouraged to donate to the Homebound Ministry of First Baptist Church or Hospice of San Angelo.

Aurelia Salas, 81, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020, in San Angelo surrounded by family.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Monday, January 27, 2020, and from 9:00 AM until 8:00 PM with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00 PM Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Salas was born January 10, 1939, in Panna Maria. She has been a resident of San Angelo since 2012 moving from Odessa. Aurelia married Jesus Salas in 1969 in Kyle, he preceded her in death on March 22, 1984. She was a homemaker. Aurelia was a Catholic. She was an avid gardener, loving to take care of her trees and flower beds. Aurelia enjoyed taking care of her animals.

Survivors include three children, Vivian Rivera and husband Macario of Snyder, Jessie Salas of San Angelo, and Bidal Salas and wife Amanda of Ft. Worth; two brothers, Lurden Cano of Helena, and Jose Cano and wife Yolanda of Victoria; 13 grandchildren, Victoria Carrillo of San Angelo, Adam Rivera, Andy Rivera and wife Janie, Rosemary Rivera, Alex Rivera, Michael Rivera, Louis Rivera, Jasmine Martinez, Jayden Salas, Jayme Salas all of Snyder, Kaylee Salas, Hydee Salas, Haggen Salas all of Ft. Worth. Aurelia was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Mary Cano; and a brother, Richard Cano.

William Edward “Ed” Lloyd, 83, of Eden, Texas, passed away at his home Sunday, January 26, 2020. Born August 28, 1936, in O’Donnell, Texas, he was the son of the late John William Lloyd and Minnie Bell Gatewood Lloyd.

After starting school in Runnels County in a one-room schoolhouse housing six grades, Ed later moved with his family to Morton, Texas, where he completed his schooling. He married Anne Williams June 30, 1955. Ed had a varied career, starting as a mechanic’s helper, he moved on to become a shipping clerk, and then to owning a service station, and dairy farms. After attending Paris Jr. College, he opened a TV repair shop, a pet store, an insurance agency, and most recently the Hairport in San Angelo. Throughout his life, Ed was actively involved in sheep and cattle ranching. Active in the Elks Lodge and the San Angelo Lions Club, one of his proudest moments was being named San Angelo’s 1996-1997 Lion of the Year. He married Gloria Carrasco April 22, 2019.

Serving as pallbearers will be grandsons and grandsons-in-law: Daniel Lloyd, Jon Lloyd, Jr., Zach Lupe, Ahmed Ponce, and Andy Jamieson. Honorary pallbearers will be William Mickey Lloyd and Austin Lloyd.

Ed is survived by his wife, Gloria, of the home, along with three sons: Mich and Myra Lloyd of Honey Grove, Texas, Monte and Sabra Lloyd of Quitman, Texas, and Jon Lloyd of San Angelo; ten grandchildren: Daniel Lloyd, Mandy Lloyd, Rebekah Lloyd Ponce, Jon Lloyd, Marissa Lloyd Lupe, Elizabeth Lloyd Jamieson, Flora Lloyd, Madeline Lloyd, Mickey Lloyd, and Austin Lloyd; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Nora Bell Stinson of New Braunfels; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Mark Edward Lloyd, and brothers Johnny Lloyd and Wesley Lloyd.

The family suggest memorials be made to the Eola Baptist Church, Eola, Texas 76937 in memory of Ed Lloyd.