Farewell for now to James Henry Cobb, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. James, who resided in San Angelo, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2020 in Dallas, TX. His family is saddened that he is gone from them but are happy he is in heaven. James was born on May 8, 1940 in Hawkins, Texas to Henry Jenkins Cobb and Grace Cox Cobb.
As a youngster, he enjoyed all outdoor activities including exploring the woods. He claimed his first deer when he was about as tall as the gun was long. His love of hunting continued with elk hunting in Colorado. He also enjoyed taking an occasional buffalo. James did like to tell stories of his hunts and one could never tell if they were embellished!
In his school years, James played basketball and football and was an accomplished player of both sports. In his senior year of high school, he was selected as All Texas-All Star in the Texas Sports Roundup. James used his sports prowess in coaching his children’s soccer games and giving advice now and then to them in their tennis competitions. Their tan Surburban saw many miles for tennis tournaments.
After graduating from University of Texas, he married his long time sweetheart Nancy Cash Cobb in Hawkins, TX in 1962. Their time together began in the Baptist Cradle Roll at the First Baptist Church of Hawkins. Their attraction to each other began in high school and continued on with a marriage of 57 years. While Nancy was studying at Baylor, he transferred there for his sophomore and junior years but completed his degree at UT his senior year. His blood ran more orange than green though for football games, he tried to remain neutral.
One of James’ other passions was fishing. He taught those hobbies and skills to Nancy and the children. One thing that was especially enjoyed by the children was “living off the land” which might consist of raiding a bird’s nest for eggs, placing them in a can with pond water and cooking. He taught the children to never kill an animal for fun but to use it for food. Snakes might be a different matter!
His professional career began as an underwriter for a large insurance company. In 1969, James was invited to join Trimble-Batjer Insurance Agency, a long time prominent agency in San Angelo. He became a partner in 1971 and retired in 1997 as Managing Partner. He was fond of sharing his knowledge of insurance and even influenced a few young adults to consider that career. He received many awards for his accomplishments and was published in a trade magazine.
At Coolwater Ranch on the banks of the Pine River in Colorado, the family began what would become 49 years of over-the-top fun. The river had wonderful trout fishing surrounded by majestic mountains, spruce and pine trees. He and Nancy eventually wanted a slice of their own in Colorado which they have loved for 20 years while having the cabin for their children and grandchildren. They all have enjoyed feeding humming birds and watching the deer, turkey, foxes, rabbits and elk.
James was a devoted husband. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; brother Jerry and wife Pat of Dallas; son Justin Cobb and his wife Sarah of Fredericksburg, TX; daughter Jennifer Jost and husband, Chris of Del Rio, TX; grandchildren, Bailey Reed, Jackson Cobb, Macy Cobb, Jayden Jost, Ryder Jost,and Ramsey Cobb; and many other cherished relatives including nieces, nephews, and cousins. James was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Elizabeth Pickett and sister Carolyn Cannaday.
The memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 20, 2020 at Harper Funeral Home with Rev. Chris Curran officiating.
If desired, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.

Sammy Martinez, 52, of San Angelo, passed away on January 9, 2020.  A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels/North, 1002 N Oakes St. San Angelo, TX.  Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am on Monday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with interment following at Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Gutierrez Funeral Chapels/North.  He is preceded in death by his brother Marky Martinez.

Survivors include his parents, Adan and Tonie Martinez, one daughter, Ashley Deller, one brother Adam Martinez Jr and his grandchildren Teresa Marie, David and Andrew Deller.  Other survivors include a host of cousins, aunts and uncles.

Leona Helweg was born on May 10, 1922 and passed away on January 9, 2020.

Peggie (Paydo) McMullan, 86, went to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 9th, 2020. A celebration of Peggie’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 14th, at Johnson’s Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow in Fairmont Cemetery. Peggie was born on May 20th, 1933, in Cleveland, Ohio. When she was 18, she moved from Cleveland to Big Lake with her family to start a new business and fell in love with a West Texas cowboy, Johnnie McMullan. They were married on March 27th, 1953 in Big Lake and spent several years in the ranching and oilfield industries. In 1964, the family moved to Lubbock where Peggie and Johnnie attended Texas Tech University. After Johnnie graduated, they moved to the ranch near Iraan, where Peggie was devoted to being a rancher’s wife, daughter-in-law to Gramma Dear, mother, and substitute teacher. The past few years she has lived near San Angelo greatly enjoying her family and friends.

Peggie is proceeded in death by her husband, Johnnie, parents Harry and Hazel Rex, sister Patty Gentry and grandson Beau Dean McMullan. She is survived by her son Dean McMullan and wife Deb, son David McMullan and wife Mary, daughter Lee and husband Mike Kelly. Grandchildren include Erin Kelly and Samson Jackson, Jacob Kelly and wife Steely, Tate McMullan, Deak McMullan and wife Santana, Tessie and husband Blake Doyle, Lillian and husband Jess Seward, and Arlis McMullan. Great grandchildren include Quinton and Davan McMullan, Ceanna and Hardy McMullan, Davy and Milo Doyle, Cahill and Jack Lowell Seward. Special family member Kenny Bill Gage and wife Linda.

She is survived by her sister Kathy Witt and husband Billy, Debbie Pickett and husband Randall along with many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Junior Rodeo Association (www.ajra.org), PO Box 398 Bronte, Texas 76933 to support the scholarship fund. Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.

FAMILY

• Harry and Hazel Rex, Parents (deceased)
• Johnnie McMullan, Husband (deceased)
• Patty Gentry, Sister (deceased)
• Beau Dean McMullan, Grandson (deceased)
• Dean McMullan and wife Deb, Son
• David McMullan and wife Mary, Son
• Lee Ann Kelly and husband Mike, Daughter
• Erin Kelly and Samson Jackson, Grandchild
• Jacob Kelly and wife Steely, Grandchild
• Tate McMullan, Grandchild
• Deak McMullan and wife Santana, Grandchild
• Tessie Doyle and husband Blake, Grandchild
• Lillian Seward and husband Jess, Grandchild
• Arlis McMullan, Grandchild
• Quinton McMullan, Great Grandchild
• Davan McMullan, Great Grandchild
• Ceanna McMullan, Great Grandchild
• Hardy McMullan, Great Grandchild
• Davy Doyle, Great Grandchild
• Milo Doyle, Great Grandchild
• Cahill Seward, Great Grandchild
• Jack Lowell Seward, Great Grandchild
• Kathy Witt and husband Billy, Sister
• Debbie Pickett and husband Randall, Sister
• Kenny Bill Gage and wife Linda, Special Family Member
• Paydo also leaves behind many nieces and nephews to cherish her memory.

Mary Ruth Nessmith, age 88, of San Angelo, Texas entered into rest on Wednesday January 8, 2020. Mary was born October 9, 1931 in Eola, Texas to Robert and Christine Morrison. Mary graduated from Lakeview Highschool in San Angelo, Texas. She later worked as a secretary for State Farm. Mary married William Harvey Nessmith on August 9, 1951 and the couple welcomed three children, which began her journey as a homemaker.

In her free time, Mary enjoyed spending time with fellow members of the Elks Lodge. She also loved to travel, go shopping with friends and family, and express her creative side by sewing and painting. Mary will be dearly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Mary is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Christine Morrison, husband William Harvey Nessmith, and her daughter Valerie Sides.

Mary is survived by her daughter Judy McNeill and husband Jim; son Wesley Nessmith and wife Lea; sister Peggy Morrison; and sister-in-law Dorothy Morrison.

A visitation for Mary will be held Sunday, January 12, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home. A funeral service will occur Monday, January 13, 2020 at 10:00 AM, with burial to follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

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

FAMILY

• Robert and Christine Morrison, Parents (deceased)
• William Harvey Nessmith, Husband (deceased)
• Valerie Sides, Sister (deceased)
• Judy McNeill and husband Jim, Daughter
• Wesley Nessmith and wife Lea, Son
• Peggy Morrison, Sister
• Dorothy Morrison, Sister
• Mrs. Nessmith also leaves behind 6 grandkids, 14 great-grandkids, and 3 great-great-grandchildren to cherish her beloved memory.

Our precious Hunter Hawk Hernandez was born in San Angelo, TX July 23, 2019. Hunter left his earthly home on January 6th, 2020. Words seem inadequate to describe this precious baby boy. His contagious smile would melt your heart. Hunter could light up the room with that smile and his joyful laugh. He was full of pure joy and a lot of life. He would look up at you with his big smile and you could just see his love for people. You could see how much he adored his big sister Willow by watching her every move with wonder.
Little Hunter captured the hearts of everyone who knew him and now our hearts are hurting. Hunter would want us to continue to find joy and comfort in the memories he made. Thank you, Hunter, for the honor to know you. You have taught us what it means to love unconditionally, and a reminder of how beautiful life can be.
Hunter is survived by his mamma Lyndsi Vaile, his daddy Ric Hernandez, sister Autumn Willow Hernandez, and his big brother Lyric Hernandez all of San Angelo.
His grandma Sharon Vaile of Ardmore. Hunter loved spending time with Grandma Sharon, riding in the wagon, rocking in the chair and giving huge hugs.
Hunter loved his uncle Cory Vaile, and cousins Christian and Conner Vaile of Hutchinson Kansas
Hunter had his closest friend Chelsea Kading, “Aunt Jellyfish” wrapped around his finger and enjoyed having slumber parties with her and his friend Ellen. Aunt Jellyfish adored Hunter and loved to watch him laugh when she tickled him and called him Hunt.
Hunter is survived by his cousins James Perez, Luis Trejo, and Marlene Schaaf; and Aunt Beth of San Angelo, TX. Along with many other friends and family whom he adored.

A service will be held 9:00AM, Saturday, January 11th at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with the burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery.

Michael Earl “Dude” Washington, was born March 27, 1954, in Duncan, Oklahoma to Garland Devereaux Washington and Neomi Beatrice Campbell-Washington. He was a firm believer of Jesus Christ and was always willing to teach others about the Lord, as well as his love for the heavenly father. He was also a graduate of Duncan High School.

Early on in his life he worked at The Palace Movie theatre as he had a strong passion for watching Sci-Fi, Shark Week, Marvel, and natural disaster movies and many other television shows.

He later joined the Navy where he then became a flight medic until he was honorably discharged in 1979. Michael was extremely supportive of fellow veterans, past and present, as he too proudly served his country. He really loved traveling and always told wonderful stories about all of the places he was able to explore.

He was a loving brother and uncle. He was selfless, kind, and very generous. He had a phenomenal smile and never let the circumstances of his disease negatively impact the way he viewed his life. He loved to listen to music. Michael was an all all-around beautiful person who simply just loved life. He never had a bad word to say about anyone. He always greeted everyone with a smile and never met a stranger.

He is survived by sisters, Lillie L. Pope (Spouse Lee Pope), Dorothy M. Shorter of San Angelo, Texas. Archie L. Washington of Oklahoma City, and Terry W. Washington (Spouse Seleda) of San Angelo, Texas.

He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Special thanks to his “team, ” his caregivers, Wanda F. Beaty, John Newton, Garvin Ford and Deneece Eddington.

Michael is preceded in death by his parents Garland and Naomi Washington, sister, Willie Washington, brothers, James, Bobby, and Garland Jr.

FAMILY

• Garland and Naomi Washington, Parents (deceased)
• Willie Washington, Sister (deceased)
• James Washington, Brother (deceased)
• Bobby Washington, Brother (deceased)
• Garland Washington, Jr., Brother (deceased)
• Lillie L. Pope and husband Lee, Sister
• Dorothy M. Shorter, Sister
• Archie L. Washington, Brother
• Terry W. Washington and wife Seleda, Brother
• Mike also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins to treasure his beloved memory.

Mary Ruth Nessmith was born on October 9, 1931 and passed away on January 8, 2020.