Margaret Louise Mills, of San Angelo passed away on October 16, 2019, at the age of 81. She was born on October 11, 1938, in Corona, California to her parents Leo and Maybelle (Tinker) Knabe.

Her first husband Richard passed at 33 and Marjee by her friends, married Lloyd Mills in 1972. She loved Jesus and spent her whole life serving him, through her work and churches.
Marjee taught school in California before moving to Colorado with Lloyd and her 3 boys in 1984.

Having loved the flower business and being a master seamstress she excelled at both trades. She had the opportunity to get a high paying job in both fields in Honolulu, Hawaii. And she and Lloyd lived there until 2000 and returned to Colorado to be closer to family and grandchildren. Marjee became a professional costume designer for many theatres and she and Lloyd moved to San Angelo in 2006 to work at Angelo Civic Theater. She finished her career at Texas Leadership Charter Academy from its start until 2019.

Lloyd and Marjee served the Lord faithfully in every church they attended and love their church family at First Baptist Church at San Angelo.

Marjee is survived by Lloyd G. Mills her spouse of 47 years. Three sons, Richard Swafford, Scott Swafford, and Michael Swafford, all of Colorado, two step children, Todd Mills of Havasu, Arizona and Stacey Marcikesa of Abilene, TX, five grandchildren, Chris Brezinsky, Ashlei Marsikese, Lyndsi Marsikese all of Abilene, Brenna and Jake Swafford of Colorado, and many nieces and nephews and last but not least her dear brother, Wayne Krabe of Pueblo, Colorado.

The word of Jesus saying “Well done thou good and faithful servant” are touching her ears as she sees you reading this.
We love you Marjee!

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at First Baptist Church.

On Friday, October 11, 2019, Robert Waller, a.k.a. “King Bob’o”, loving husband and father, peacefully passed away at the age of 68.

Bob’o was born on July 7th, 1951 in San Angelo, Texas to Herbert and Wanda Waller. He graduated from San Angelo Central High School in 1969. After high school, Bob’o proudly served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. Bob’o worked in several fields throughout his life, however he was best known for his time at Bill’s Man Shop.

Bob’o had a magnetic, charming, witty and optimistic look on life which made him loved by many. He had a gift of putting a smile on everyone’s face that he encountered.

During his spare time Bob’o enjoyed gardening and traveling with his wife Robyn Waller and watching the Cowboys (Go Boys!!). He also made great memories during game nights with his close friends.

Bob’o was proceeded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Robyn Waller. His two daughters and their families: Jade Waller and Chad Spruell of Austin, Texas and Tiffany and Willie Oliver of San Antonio, Texas and Granddaughter Miaya Oliver. Additionally, 2 sisters and 2 brothers: Kathleen B. Neal of Chilhowie, VA, Herbert Waller, Jr. of Grapevine, TX, William Waller of Austin, TX and Tamara Ragus of Dallas, TX and his extended family.

The family would like to give special thanks to Steve Fowler, Tom Ridgeway, Hospice of San Angelo and Cooking for Christ for all their support during this trying time.

A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in Bob’s Memory.

In Loving Memory of Elena Chapa Balli, 86, passed away on October 13, 2019.

Elena Chapa Balli was born to Lorenzo Chapa and Clara Ortega Chapa on July 3, 1933, in La Azucar Tamaulipas, Mexico, she is the third oldest of 11 siblings. Along with her father and mother, and 4 of her siblings at the time, they moved to San Angelo, Texas in 1936. In San Angelo is where she learned the value and love of family, which she taught and passed down to her children and which she always carried with her, the love of family!

Elena completed her High School Equivalency in 1979 and received my certificates and awards from the many jobs she worked in her life which included Levi's Straus, Barry's of San Angelo, certified nurses aide, cashier, personal care attendant, educational aide, sculptured nails professional, but it was her work as a hairstylist that gave her the most pleasure. She loved to cut and style peoples hair, including her children and many family members, many of them never went to anyone else while she was still practicing her profession. Her favorite hobby, what she loved to do, was to crochet quilts and blankets and give them away to her family.

Elena Balli was a devout Jehovah's Witness and attended the Kingdom Hall her whole adult life, she held dearly to her faith and beliefs. She made sure that all her children were afforded the opportunity to learn and put their faith and belief in Jehovah.

Elena Balli is preceded in death by Lorenzo Chapa (father), Clara Chapa (mother), Rudolpho Chapa (brother), Pedro Chapa (brother), Lorenzo Chapa Jr. (brother) and her beloved son Mario Lorenzo Balli.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great grandsons; Mario Balli Jr., George Balli Jr., Greg Balli, Dylan Ruiz, Isiah Morales, Ian Morales. Honorary pallbearers include, Fernando Salcido, Adan Salcido, Silas Salcido, Brantley Balli, Jon Luke Ruiz, Axel David Balli.

Elena Balli is survived by Lydia Salcido (daughter), Roy Robert Balli (son), James Chapa Balli (son), George John Balli (son), Benjamin Chapa Balli (son), Ruben Chapa Balli (son). Elena is a grandmother to 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Surviving siblings include Olivia Chapa, Edith Sanchez, Elizabeth Martinez, John Chapa, Rebecca Lopez, George Chapa and Christina Segundo, a sister-n-law Claricia Amaya of California and numerous nephews and nieces.

WE ALL LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND YOU WILL BE MISSED DEARLY!

Public Viewing will be 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, 15th of October 2019 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM October 16, 2019, at Robert Massie Funeral Home with Robert Culp of the Jehovah Witnesses officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Arrangements are made by Robert Massie Funeral Home.

The family of Elena Balli wishes to extend our sincere thanks to her Doctors and nurses, Kindred Hospice, Senor Care staff, especially the Cedar Manor Nexstep staff and all those who prayed for her.

Jose L. "Jody" Martinez, Jr., 59, passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2019, in San Angelo.

Public viewing will be from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Wake Service at 6:00 PM Sunday, October 13, 2019, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM Monday, October 14, 2019, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona, officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Martinez was born June 26, 1960 in San Angelo. He was a lifelong resident of San Angelo where he was a 1978 graduate of Central High School. Jody received his associate degree from Pan-Am University. He was a Catholic. Jody was a gifted baseball player receiving a scholarship to Ranger Junior College, an avid golfer and loved all sports. Jody loved playing music and could be heard at all hours of the day and night and enjoyed hanging out and playing guitar with his brother, Jeffery. He was a private soul, enjoying his private time. Jody was well versed in many subjects and shared his thoughts and opinions.

Survivors include his mother, Julia Martinez; his sister, Josie Heath and husband Eddie; his two brothers, Jesse Martinez and wife Jo Ann, and Jeffery Martinez and wife Barbara all of San Angelo; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his dad, Jose L. "Joe" Martinez, Sr.; and a brother, Jose Juan Martinez.

Wilfrid (Kelly) Feist, 81, of San Angelo, Texas passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2019. Kelly was born on September 18, 1938 in Rowena, Texas to John and Gertrude Halfmann Feist. He enlisted in the Army and later joined the National Guard. Kelly married the love of his life, Jo Feist on February 15, 1981. He worked as a truck driver for M’System Food Stores for 32 years. He was a member of Red Creek Gun Club and had a passion for deer hunting and being with family and friends. Kelly is survived by his wife of 38 years, Jo Feist; his children, Kelly Don Feist and wife Annie, Marilyn Feist, and Kathryn Wood and husband, Glen; his grandchildren, Kristen, Stephen, Erin, Jacqueline, Kara, Melissa, and Monica; his great grandchildren; Lauren, Charlie and Celeste; his sisters, Cecilia Schertz and Joana (Tootsie) Brenek and her husband, Victor. He is also survived by special nieces, Janice Early and Delinda Gizzi as well as lifelong friends, Frank Book Jr. and family, and the Dierschke family. A rosary will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at 7 PM in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3 PM, Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Sacred Heart Cathedral. Interment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bert Book, Glen Wood, Zack Early, Joel Crimm, Bryson Early, and Pete Gizzi. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Book, Jr., Roy Book, Norman Dierschke, Jr., Glen Dierschke, Robert Putska, and T.M. (Hud) Huddleston.

FAMILY

• John Feist, Father (deceased)
• Gertrude Halfmann Feist, Mother (deceased)
• Jo M. Feist, Wife
• Kelly Don Feist and wife Annie, Son
• Marilyn Feist, Daughter
• Kathryn Wood and husband Glen, Daughter
• Kristen, Stephen, Erin, Jacqueline, Kara, Melissa and Monica, Grandchildren
• Lauren, Charlie, and Celeste, Great Grandchildren
• Cecilia Schertz, Sister
• Joana (Tootsie) Brenek and her husbnad Victor, Sister
• Janice Early, Niece
• Delinda Gizzi, Niece

Salomon “Chalo” T. Gomez, 85, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away October 13, 2019. He was born in Palau’, Mexico on March 13, 1934. Chalo received his U.S. Citizenship December 5, 1995. He was married to Maria S. Suniga. Chalo endeavored in several businesses and was a member of St. Joseph Parish. He was preceded in death by his wife Maria, son, Robert Gomez; and parents, Francisco and Rosa Trevino Gomez. Those left to cherish Chalo’s memory are his children, Frank Gomez of Irving, Lucy Gomez Perez of Amarllo, Jose L. Gomez of San Angelo and Jesus Gomez and wife Yolanda; brothers and sisters, Antonio Gomez, Alicia Andrade, Gavina Torrez, Manuel Rodriguez, Lupe Rodriguez and Pilar Rodriguez, numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A rosary will be recited Thursday, October 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Johnson’s Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, October 18, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with burial to follow in Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are encouraged to sign an online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com

FAMILY

• Maria S. Suniga Gomez, Wife (deceased)
• Robert Gomez, Son (deceased)
• Francisco Gomez, Father (deceased)
• Rosa Trevino Gomez, Mother (deceased)
• Frank Gomez, Son
• Lucy Gomez Perez, Daughter
• Jose L. Gomez, Son
• Jesus Gomez and wife Yolanda, Son
• Antonio Gomez, Brother
• Alicia Andrade, Sister
• Gavina Torrez, Sister
• Manuel Rodriguez, Brother
• Lupe Rodriguez, Brother
• Pilar Rodriguez, Brother
• Numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews

Flora Elizabeth Hadley went to be with the Lord on October 13, 2019, at the age of 104. Flora was born January 19, 1915 in Winchester, Tennessee to Thomas Madison Yates and Lou Armenta Hannah Yates. She married Warren Edgar Hadley on April 2, 1939. They resided in Tulsa, OK and Shreveport, LA before settling in Houston in 1961. After raising her children, Flora worked in retail sales for a number of years. Following Warren’s retirement in 1979, they enjoyed traveling. Friends and loved ones will remember her enthusiasm for bridge. In 2013, she moved to San Angelo, TX to be closer to family.

Flora was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Warren E. Hadley. She is survived by daughter Regina Dunn and husband Ken; son Jim Hadley and wife Nancy; grandchildren Bonnie Hinrichs and husband Steve, Kerry Phillis and husband Pete, Jennifer McEwan and husband John, and Darby Hadley and wife Tonya; great-grandchildren Alexander Hinrichs, Ashley Hinrichs, Luke Phillis, Chloe Phillis, William McEwan, Charles McEwan, Mary Jane Hadley and Warren Hadley; several nieces and nephews; special friends Betty Linder, Candy and Brad Linder; and special caregiver Nelda Calendar. A special thank you to all the staff at Brayden Park that cared for her these last few years.

Flora will be laid to rest next to her husband at Memorial Oaks Cemetery in Houston, TX. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to West Texas Rehabilitation Center, 3001 S. Jackson, San Angelo, TX 76904 or a charity of your choice.

FAMILY

• Thomas Madison Yates, Father (deceased)
• Lou Armenta Hannah Yates, Mother (deceased)
• Warren Edgar Hadley, Husband (deceased)
• Regina (Ken) Dunn, Daughter
• Jim (Nancy) Hadley, Son
• Bonnie (Steve) Hinrichs, Grandchild
• Kerry (Pete) Phillis, Grandchild
• Alexander Hinrichs, Great Grandchild
• Ashley Hinrichs, Great Grandchild
• Luke Phillis, Great Grandchild
• Chloe Phillis, Great Grandchild
• William McEwan, Great Grandchild
• Charles McEwan, Great Grandchild
• Mary Jane Hadley, Great Grandchild
• Warren Hadley, Great Grandchild
• Jennifer John) McEwan, Grandchild
• Mrs. Hadley also leaves behind several nieces and nephews; special friends Betty Linder, Candy and Brad Linder; and special caregiver Nelda Calendar. A special thank you to all the staff at Brayden Park that cared for her these last few years.

Mary Elizabeth Kato was born on September 24, 1934 in Colorado City, Texas and passed away on October 11, 2019 in San Angelo, Texas.

Maxine Monett Acton Cox, 91, of San Angelo went to be with her Lord on Oct. 10, 2019.

Maxine was born on Sept. 6, 1928 in Eola, TX to Maynard William “Dutch” Acton and Celia Steadman Acton. She was raised in Eola with her parents and sister Helen until the 4th grade when they moved to Alpine. Maxine attended and graduated from Alpine schools. She loved cowgirling alongside her Daddy and sister at the Meriweather and Tippet Ranches.

Maxine married William Geral “Buck” Cox on Sept. 10, 1947 after their love grew as they wrote to one another while Buck served in Japan during WWII. Eventually they moved to the Nancy Anne Ranch in Valentine where they joyfully raised their four children: Janice, Geral, Billy, and Ruth. While being a mama and helping Buck at the ranch, she was able to attend Sul Ross University and earn her teaching certificate. She then went on to teach elementary school and Home Economics in Valentine for 14 years.

Although Maxine enjoyed teaching, she loved being a homemaker and caring for her family and home most of all. She poured her heart into making sure everyone felt her love when they entered her doors. In addition, she was always prepared to make a big hearty meal to take out to the cowboys and spoil them with her delicious home baked treats.

When Buck and Maxine retired, they bought their own ranch in San Angelo where she was able to plant her roots – reading, gardening, sewing, baking, and cooking for her family and friends. She loved her family deeply and she loved her Lord.

Maxine is survived by her children, Geral (Fran) Cox and Ruth (Fred) Stumberg; her grandchildren Janet (Ken) Phinney, Allen (Michelle) Cox, Shannon (Billy) Massie, Justin (Lauren) Stumberg; her great grandchildren Kasey, David, Cody, Austin, Ace, Laura, Kamryn, Lane, Dylan, and Dutch; her great greatgrandson Noah; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Maxine was proceeded in death by her husband WG Buck Cox, her daughter Janice, her son Billy; her parents Dutch and Celia Acton; and her sister and brother-in-law Helen and Les Bell.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Maxine may be made to Bloys Campmeeting Association, Fort Davis, TX.

FAMILY

• Maynard William "Dutch" Acton, Father (deceased)
• Celia Steadman Acton, Mother (deceased)
• William Geral “Buck” Cox, Husband (deceased)
• Billy Cox, Son (deceased)
• Janice Cox, Daughter (deceased)
• Helen (Les) Bell, Sister (deceased)
• Geral (Fran) Cox, Son
• Ruth (Fred) Stumberg, Daughter
• Janet (Ken) Phinney, Grandchild
• Allen (Michelle) Cox, Grandchild
• Shannon (Billy) Massie, Grandchild
• Justin (Lauren) Stumberg, Grandchild
• Kasey ~, Great Grandchild
• David ~, Great Grandchild
• Cody ~, Great Grandchild
• Austin ~, Great Grandchild
• Ace ~, Great Grandchild
• Laura ~, Great Grandchild
• Kamryn ~, Great Grandchild
• Lane ~, Great Grandchild
• Dylan ~, Great Grandchild
• Dutch ~, Great Grandchild
• Noah ~, Great-Great Grandson
• Mrs.Cox also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews and cousins to treasure her memory.