Gilbert G. Basquez our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. Gilbert was born February 4, 1931 in Bronte Texas to Juan and Apolonia Basquez. He married the love of his life Beatrice Montano on April 3, 1948. Gilbert retired from the Texas Department of Transportation.

Gilbert was preceded in death by his father and mother Juan and Apolonia Basquez, brothers Amado Basquez, Leonardo Basquez and Jimmy Basquez, sisters Enriquetta Rodriguez, Geneviva Basquez, and Lola Reyes. Gilbert is survived by his wife of 71 years, Beatrice, three daughters, Mary Wilcox and husband Coleman, Pauline Balderas and husband John, Virginia Basquez and one son Joe Basquez and wife Anna. He is also survived by brother, Matthew Basquez and wife Olivia of Bronte, Texas, and sister Fanny Rivera of Olton, Texas. Dad was a loving, caring and proud grandfather and great-grandfather. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all his heart and soul. He would do anything for his grandchildren Melissa Salazar and husband Louis, Sarah Williamson and husband Brian, Lauren Rastetter and husband Josh, and Jonathan Basquez and his great-grandchildren Brandon Salazar, Aiden Salazar, Layla Rastetter and Jade Rastetter. Many cousins, nieces and nephews also survive him.

Dad was a dedicated golfer beginning in the 1970s and provided fierce competition to his local friends. He loved fishing and raising fishing worms to sell to the local community. He enjoyed tending to his roses and habaneros in the garden and had a special rose garden dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe.

We had a very special man in our family whom we called Dad all our lives. He lifted us when we were down and applauded us when we were up. We sought his approval for we knew he was fair and we sought his recovery when we knew he was frail. He was our rock, our father and our friend. To our heavenly father we say, "Please accept this very special man into your kingdom."
The family wishes to thank Dr. Anderton for his many years of medical care. We would also like to thank Dr. Jastrow, Dr. Brown, and the nurses at Shannon Medical Center 5 North and 4 South for taking care of Dad.

Special thanks to the pallbearers John Balderas, Jonathan Basquez, Louis Salazar, Michael Cervenka, Juan Tapia, German Pena, and Bedo Juarez.

The rosary will be held at Shaffer Funeral Home at 6:00 pm on Friday, October 11, 2019. The funeral Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church at 10:00 am, Saturday, October 12, 2019, followed by burial at Fairview Cemetery in Bronte, Texas. Services are under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home/ Bronte.

Steven Wayne Killam was born Monday, October 21, 1957, to Norma Jane Chambers Killam and Jimmie Clarkson Killam in Dallas, Texas. Daddy was released from this world of struggles including a hard-fought battle with heart disease, Sunday, October 6, 2019.

Daddy graduated from Eola High School on May 23, 1975. Momma, Martha Ann Carpenter, and Daddy married in Mereta, Texas, July 5, 1975. Forty-four years of marriage were celebrated this past July. Momma and Daddy’s bond, love, union, companionship was incredible. Even in his death he has shown the upmost devotion and protection for our Momma. Their marriage was blessed with four children; Jimmie John (wife Teri), Jessica Jane (fiancée Abel), Steven Duane (wife Brianne) and Stefanie Ann (husband Drew).

Daddy was affectionally known as Grandad to each of his eight grandchildren; Addisyn ReShae, Sierra Jane, Karter Wayjer, Dalton Joe, Lexi Annell, Teela Jo, Marley Jane and Jameson Hendrix. He was always the first to hold our newborn babies and start coaching them to say “GRANNNNDADDDD”.

Daddy is survived by his wife and children as well as; sister, Sara Jane Stephens, mother-in-law, Marcella Carpenter, sister-in-law, Nancy Smith, brothers-in-law, Aaron Carpenter and Timothy Carpenter (wife Cindy Marie), sisters-in-law, Cindy French (husband Glynn) and Charlette Dusek (husband Darwin). Numerous nieces and nephews counted on Daddy for love and support.
He was predeceased by his parents, brother Jimmie Killam, father-in-law, Aaron Carpenter, sisters-in-law, Henrietta Killam, Clara Carpenter and Becky Carpenter, and brother-in-law Jim Stephens. Grandparents C.D. and Minnie Chambers, J.J. and Viola Killam. Niece Michelle Killam and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

There’s not a road within Texas it seems that Daddy didn’t have a hand in building. His over 40-year career in construction touched many lives. He passed on his knowledge and love for the industry to his sons, in whom he took great pride. Many of you will remember Daddy from hunting or fishing or golf trips. Others knew him from working with him in dirt construction and water utilities. As he crosses your thoughts, please know he is in Heaven with God, Jesus and The Holy Ghost. AMEN.

The celebration of his life will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019, at Wall Brethren Church, 7921 Loop 570, Wall, Texas at 10:30 a.m. Meal and fellowship to follow.

We would like to express our gratitude for all of the love shared over this past week and moving forward. There was nothing more comforting than to reaffirm what an amazing man Daddy was. May his legacy live on with as much richness as it was in life.

Joseph Alvin Witcpalek went to be with the Lord October 8, 2019. He was born April 15, 1936 to Joseph W. Witcpalek and Alvina Lohrey Witcpalek in Algoma, WI. He retired with full honors from the United States Air Force in Antigo, WI. He proudly served 22 years including a tour in Vietnam War. After retirement he was active in the Birnamwood Snowmobile Trails Club. He was a fix it man and loved helping neighbors and friends. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and would tell stories with the best of them! His garden was always plentiful and he shared with neighbors and the nursing home.
He followed his daughter and family to Texas in 2004, his loves were here but his heart stayed in Wisconsin. In Texas he made a home on Dove Creek where he loved the wildlife and stayed busy on his tractor. He loved his four great-grandsons and enjoyed every minute of giving them candy and gator rides.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Harold Witcpalek; his brother-in-law, Glen Magle; and his son-in-law, Brian Bubba Ward. He is survived by his daughter, Terry Ward; grandson, Bubba Ward Sr. (Michaey); Granddaughter, Karah Bowles (Chet); sister, Fern Magle; sister-in-law, Verna Witcpalek; four great-grandsons, many nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial Service will be held Saturday October 12th, 2019 at 2pm at a private location. Please contact a family member if you wish to attend.

The family would like to give special thanks to The Springs memory care staff and the staff of Hospice of San Angelo for the care they provided for Dad.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice of San Angelo or you favorite charity.

Bette June League, 79, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019, in San Angelo.

Memorial services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 12, 2019, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Rev. Scott Bradford, pastor of First Methodist Church, officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. League was born May 3, 1940 in Hamlin. She was a 1958 graduate of Hamlin High School. Bette married Joe C. League on November 18, 1958 in Hamlin. She was a resident of San Angelo for 26 years moving from Snyder. Bette was a member of Beta Sigma Phi in Snyder and in the Brush and Brag in San Angelo. Bette was an avid gardener. She was a licensed Real Estate Agent work for Elizabeth Potts in Snyder. Bette was preceded in death by her parents, Si and Avis Teague.

Survivors include her husband, Joe C. League of the home; two sons, Joe F. League and wife Paula of Midland, and Jim C. League and wife Karen of Toccoa, Georgia; a sister, Sunny Cox and husband Roger of Jefferson, South Carolina; two grandchildren, Cason League, and Gabby League; and two nieces,

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive, Suite 900, Arlington, VA 22202.

Dennis Lee Morgan, Sr.,66, passed away Friday, October 4, 2019, in San Angelo.

Memorial services will be at a later date. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Morgan was born September 30, 1953 in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was a veteran of the US Navy during peace time. Dennis was a resident of San Angelo since 1995. He was a long-haul truck driver and a mechanic. He was a Baptist. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy Leek and Charles Morgan.

Survivors include four daughters, Kimberley Burnett, Amanda Morgan, Erica Morgan, and Patricia Morgan; two sons, Dennis Morgan, Jr., and Stacy Morgan; two step-daughters, Alicia Spring, and Ashley Parrish; a step-son, Randy Howard; 12 grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; three sister, Carol Perkins, Sandy Taylor, and Samantha Robinson; two brothers, Harold Hageman, Jimmie Hageman;

To send flowers to the family of Dennis Lee Morgan, please visit Tribute Store.Dennis Lee Morgan, Sr.,66, passed away Friday, October 4, 2019, in San Angelo. Memorial services will be at a later date. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. Mr. Morgan was born September 30, 1953 in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was a veteran of the US Navy during peace time. Dennis was a resident of San Angelo since 1995. He was a long-haul truck driver and a mechanic. He was a Baptist. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy Leek and C...

Dale Fowler was born on June 21, 1952 and passed away on September 5, 2019.

Ann Marie McDonald, age 86, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Sunday October 6, 2019. Ann was born September 1, 1933 in Waco, Texas to Samuel and Bernice Wilkie Forsgard.

Ann is survived by her husband, Harold McDonald; daughter, Ellen Marie McDonald, as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

A visitation for Ann will be held Thursday, October 10, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard Avenue, San Angelo, Texas. A graveside service will occur Friday, October 11, 2019 at 3:00 PM at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, 4989 FM Highway 1223, San Angelo, Texas.

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

He was born in San Angelo on May 10th, 1962.

Jerry graduated from Central High School.

He was a Manufacturing Tech at Ethicon, Inc.

He had a passion for Dallas Cowboys' football and would spend game days texting about the game with his nephews, Steve & David Mejia. However, Jerry’s biggest passion was his children. He loved to take his kids on road trips. He had a wicked sense of humor, he was always cracking jokes. Jerry also had an artistic side to him. He loved to sketch and & his creativity could also be seen in his dancing. He enjoyed different dance styles, but his favorite was “The Gopher Dance.” Jerry also enjoyed making home music videos with his kids. He knew how to work up his kids’ little appetites with his superb brisket.

Jerry is survived by his mother Faye M. Aguirre (San Angelo), brother and sister-in-law Gilbert and Shari Montano (Augusta, GA), his children Christopher Montano (Kuwait), Mathew Montano (San Angelo), Corey Green (Kansas), Jeremiah Montano (Philadelphia, PA), Kevin Montano (San Angelo), the “trips” Ayden, Brayden and Cayden Montano (San Angelo).

Services will be held at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 3:00 pm with viewing commencing at 1:00 pm.

FAMILY

• Esteban Montano, Father (deceased)
• Faye M. Aguirre, Mother
• Christopher Montano, Son
• Mathew Montano, Son
• Corey Green, Son
• Jeremiah Montano, Son
• Kevin Montano, Son
• Ayden Montano, Son
• Brayden Montano, Son
• Cayden Montano, Son
• Gilbert (Shari) Montano, Brother
• David Mejia, Nephew
• Steve Mejia, Nephew