Janie Mejia, 72, of San Antonio, TX (formerly San Angelo) passed away, Tuesday, August 21, 2019. Janie was born in Crowly CO on April 6, 1947 to Esteban Montano(deceased) and Faye Montano Aguirre. Janie had a career in Nursing for over 20+ years and was currently enjoying retirement, living with her daughter, Nancy Montano and son David Mejia in their home in San Antonio, TX close enough for her Son Steve and beloved daughter in law Katherine Mejia to visit often from Del Rio. She had a passion for her family from her mother Faye Aguirre, brothers Gilbert (Sherrie)Montano and brother Jerry Montano to her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many wonderful friends. Including her very best friends of over 40 years Rosie Tavarez, Cruz Subia and Mary (Magoo) Flores. Janie is survived by her mother, brothers and children as well as many handsome grandsons Adam(Echo) Garcia, Jordan(Hannah) Garcia, Stephen(Chrystine) Mejia, Gerald Mejia, Brandon Mejia, Jaron Fields, Corey Joe (Carla) Green, Christopher Montano and Matthew Montano. Also, only granddaughter Erica Harding. Special Sisters in law Betty Montano, Sylvia Ney and Rosie Montano. And her adored nieces and nephews who remain to remember her wit and charm. Janie was pre-deceased by her daddy, Esteban Montano, brothers Joey Montano, Steve Montano and Ernest Montano. Paternal grandparents Jose Leon and Virginia Lucero Montano and maternal grandparents Reyes and Juanita Montelongo. Funeral arrangements will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Saturday August 24, 2019 with burial to follow in Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens where she will be laid to rest next to her Neto. The family requests that this should be a celebration of her life which was filled with joy and love and laughter. Dress comfortably, bright colors preferred and ladies if you had a favorite hat please share it with us. To leave an online condolence to the family, please visit our website at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.

FAMILY

• Esteban Montano, Father (deceased)
• Joey Montano, Brother (deceased)
• Steve Montano, Brother (deceased)
• Ernest Montano, Brother (deceased)
• Jose Leon Montano, Grandfather (deceased)
• Virginia Lucero Montano, Grandmother (deceased)
• Reyes Montelongo, Grandfather (deceased)
• Juanita Montelongo, Grandmother (deceased)
• Janie is survived by her mother, brothers and children as well as many handsome grandsons Adam(Echo) Garcia, Jordan(Hannah) Garcia, Stephen(Chrystine) Mejia, Gerald Mejia, Brandon Mejia, Jaron Fields, Corey Joe (Carla) Green, Christopher Montano and Matthew Montano. Also, only granddaughter Erica Harding. Special Sisters in law Betty Montano, Sylvia Ney and Rosie Montano. And her adored nieces and nephews who remain to remember her wit and charm.

Mrs. Connie Joan McNeill, age 58 of San Angelo, TX entered into rest Monday, August 19, 2019 at 10:24 am at her sister’s home in Franklin, KY. Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbert Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at the Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo, TX. Connie was born July 31, 1961 in Indianapolis, IN to the late Larry Penrod and the late Nina West. She moved to San Angelo in 1986 and made it her home. Connie was a cashier and bartender. She is survived by her companion, and very very best friend Harvey A Jodchec of San Angelo, TX and her beloved dog Dutchess, 2 children Amanda Snyder of Plainfield, IN and Josh Stroud (Jonna) of Danville, IN, 2 sisters Dianna Jines of Plainfield, IN and Nancy Lack of Franklin, KY, 4 grandchildren Brooke and McKenzie Snyder, Mason Stroud and David Carman. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM, Thursday, August 22, 2019 at Gilbert Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.gilbertfhonline.com

Pedro was called to heaven on August 19, 2019.  He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.  He was born to Pedro Meza Sr. and Refugia Torres Meza on November 17, 1946 in Cd. Acuña, Coah. Mexico.  He married Caridad Ramos on July 04, 1966 in Cd. Acuña, Coah. Mexico.  They were married for 53 years.  Pedro is survived by his family: wife Caridad, daughters Camelia and Angelica; grandchildren Fabian, Carina, John, Jesse and Izabella.  His is also survived by his brothers and sisters: Rosa, Delfina (Rolando), Vincent (Toni), Jose Luis (Nora), Robert (Delia), Raymond (Norma) and Sylvia (Federico) as well as many nieces and nephews, and other relatives, and friends.  He is preceded in death by his parents, three nephews, one brother-in-law, and numerous other relatives.  Pedro was a welder at Twin Mountain Fence Co. for 53 years until he stopped working due to his illness.  For dad (Pedro), welding was his passion.  He spent his free time doing side jobs and when he was home he enjoyed watching "westerns" and "action" movies while drinking his favorite Coors Light. He will be missed.

A Rosary will be read on Tuesday at 7:00 pm at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels/North.  Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday at 9:00 am at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. Juan officiating.  Cremation will follow.  

Donations may be made to the Raymond Torres Meza II Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o The Area Foundation.

Fred Deanda, Sr. 88 passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019 in San Angelo.

He was born in San Angelo on May 12, 1931 to Frank and Paula (Mora) Deanda. He married Lupe Alvarado at St. Mary Catholic Church. He worked for Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens as a foreman for many years. Later he worked for and retired from the City of San Angelo in the Parks Department.

He is preceded in death by parents; wife, Lupe, four brothers and one sister.

Fred is survived by children; Freddy (Carolina) Deanda, Raul (Chriselda) Deanda, Sylvia (Robert) Driskell; five grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Siblings are Juanita Deanda, John (Josie) Deanda, Margarito Deanda and David (Nellie) Deanda.

Rosary services will be 6:00pm Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens on Thursday August 22, 2019. Arrangements are made by Robert Massie Funeral Home.

The family of Fred Deanda wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the Dr.’s and staff of Shannon Medical Center, Kindred Hospice and the Senior Companion program.

Clayton Herman Kuhlmann, 91, of San Angelo passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 20, 2019. He was born to Alfred and Rosa Jacoby Kuhlmann on December 7, 1927 in Mason County. Clayton was a graduate from Fredericksburg High School and later joined the United States Navy where he served on a destroyer tender as a Printer 3rd Class. In 1949, he went to work for Lone Star Gas Company and worked in various cities before settling in San Angelo in 1967. Clayton spent 40 years with the company before retiring in 1989 as a Regional Operations Superintendent. He married Beatrice Joy Peese on June 3, 1950 and spent 63 beautiful years together before her passing on April 21, 2014. Clayton served as scout master for The Boy Scouts of America for many years. He was also a member of Downtown Lions Club for over 50 years where he was named Lion of The Year several times and held numerous offices. Clayton was passionate about preparing and serving meals to the kids at the Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville, Texas. He was a long time and very active member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he donated many hours of service to the church and to Trinity Lutheran School. Clayton was also a member of Texas Veterans for Veterans where he felt very privileged to be able to participate in the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. in 2018. Clayton enjoyed welding and woodwork. He and Beatrice loved dancing together and joined a local dance club. Clayton was very proud of his children and grandchildren, and often let them know it. Survivors include his sons, Rodney Kuhlmann of Abilene and Stephen Kuhlmann and his wife Ervilene of San Angelo; his grandchildren, Kimberly Hirmas and her husband Daniel of Riverside, CA.; Kristen Kuhlmann of San Angelo; his great grandchildren, Daniella, Kuyper and Lauren Hirmas also of Riverside, CA. Clayton is preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his daughters, Karen Rene Kuhlmann and Janet Kay Scott and his granddaughter, Kathryn Rene Kuhlmann. Family visitation will be Thursday, August 22, 2019 from 5-7 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2 PM, Friday, August 23, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Allen Eckert officiating. Interment will follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Bryan Herbort of Fredericksburg, Cody Peese of Sisterdale, Jay Davis of Franklin, David Kempen, Ronnie Benge, and Craig Kleypas all of San Angelo. Donations in Clayton's memory may be given to Trinity Lutheran School tuition fund or Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville. Family and friends may sign the online register at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.

Mary Louise Horne, 90, of Lawrenceville, New Jersey, passed away August 17, 2019. She was born in San Angelo, Texas on February 24, 1929 to James and Albertine Horne. Mary graduated from Blackshear High School and received an Education degree from Wiley College. She married Jesse Newsome on December 31, 1957 and traveled around the country with him in the Airforce. She had a career as a teacher in the field of elementary education. Teaching in San Angelo, Eielson Airforce Base and McGuire Airforce Base before retiring. She was a lifelong member of Alpha Kappa Alpha and had a passion for travel. She traveled to all but two of the states. She also traveled to Europe, Asia and Africa. Mary was a member of Wesley Trinity UMC when she lived in San Angelo, joining the church at a very early age. In New Jersey she attended Union AME in Allentown. She was very active in the church and the women’s group. Known as the cake lady she baked for all church function and did special requests for members. Everyone loved her baking skills. She was preceded in death by her mother Albertine Hibbler Horne, her father James Horne, her brother Albert Horne, her sister Gloria Kirkpatrick. She is survived by her brother James Horne, Jr., her daughters Pamela Burke, Sheila Maddox, and her husband Winston, also her grandchildren, Rachel Maddox, Zachary Maddox, Nichole Kane’, Gilliean Burke and six great grandchildren. There are many nieces and nephews to mourn her loss. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 23, 2019 in Fairmount Cemetery, 1120 W. Ave N, San Angelo, TX 76901. Immediately following the service a luncheon will be provided at Wesley Trinity UMC, 301 W 18th St, San Angelo, TX 76903. Family and friends are encouraged to sign an online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com

FAMILY

• James Horne, Father (deceased)
• Albertine Hibbler Horne, Mother (deceased)
• Albert Horne, Brother (deceased)
• Gloria Kirkpatrick, Sister (deceased)
• Pamela Burke, Daughter
• Sheila Maddox and husband Winston, Daughter
• James Horne Jr., Brother
• Rachel Maddox, Grandchild
• Zachary Maddox, Grandchild
• Nichole Kane', Grandchild
• Gilliean Burke, Grandchild
• And six great grandchildren

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Phillipians 4:13

Cecil Eugene Tucker, born in Miles, Texas on October 3, 1930, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Sunday, August 18th. He was surrounded by his loving family as he passed from life to life. A celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 in the morning on Wednesday, August 21 at Harper Funeral Home with Reverend Mack Roller officiating. A private family burial will follow.

Cecil was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty-nine years, Gwyn Tucker, his parents, Albert and Frances Tucker, his brother, Kenneth Tucker, his beloved son, Skeeter Tucker, and two infant sons. He is survived by his sister, Rita McMillan of Sweeney, Texas, daughter and son-in-law, Wilma and Cleve Moore, and daughter-in-law, Debra Tucker, all of San Angelo, his grandchildren, Brandee and Whitt Peaslee of Sonora, Angie Pidgeon of San Angelo, Misty and John Webber of San Angelo, Amy and Allen Dantzler of Benbrook, Tambra and Justin Hollway of San Angelo, Sherry and Trey Clemens of Richardson, and Kayla Tucker of San Angelo as well as twenty-two great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren, and his “birthday twin,” Mrs. Charlotte Kolls.

He was lovingly known as “Pimpil” by his seven granddaughters, whom he loved to tease and spoil. He pursued his lifelong passion of farming spending many years on his land near Miles, Texas doing what he loved alongside his loving wife and family. His strength of character led to success in entrepreneurial ventures throughout his life, and his commitment to the work of the church and generosity to her was steadfast. He was also a proud veteran and U. S. Marine.
Semper Fi. His faith in Jesus Christ was always first and foremost on his mind and in his conversations, and he spent his life sharing the gospel with many he met. HIs daughter, Wilma, considers it pure joy to have been able to care for him in these last years which he taught her by example - a laying down of one’s life as Christ calls. Pimpil, also known as “Happy,” had a special relationship with his great-grandchildren. Always the encourager, his love, laughter, and wisdom will be greatly missed by his entire family.

To Justin Hollway, thank you for your loving care of Pimpil and Gigi; you were the grandson they never had. The care given by Cleve, Angie, Misty, Tambra, Kayla, Debra, and Mary Grace will never be forgotten. The family expresses deep gratitude to his friend, Mrs. Virginia Lane, and his dining buddy, Mr. Harlan McWilliams, for their loving care. We also wish to thank Becky Bookter and Helen Kennedy for their faithful care, Glen Meadows Baptist Church for loving him well, and the staff of Lyndale Senior Living. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Glen Meadows Baptist Church.