Timothy L. Griffin, 41, our beloved son, brother, uncle, father and friend went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 24, 2018, in San Antonio, TX.

Tim was born Nov. 24, 1976, in San Angelo to Roy and Heidi Griffin. Tim was a loving father, an extremely hard worker and a faithful man of God. Tim did have a hard start to this life, and he struggled with many of the consequences of early life decisions.

As Tim came to know God through the studying of the Bible and with God leading the way, he made Jesus his Lord and Savior and was baptized in April of 2017. Tim has been a faithful member of the Mission Point Christian Church in San Antonio every day since. While coming to know and love God, Tim dealt with things responsibly and no one could ever deny his love for his 2 daughters and his right-hand friend Gotti, (his faithful pitbull). His gratitude and perspective of getting a second chance and his example of making the right decisions is just an example of his trust in God’s grace.

Grief will inevitably strike us, but by God’s grace, sorrow does not have to overcome us. Tim is dearly missed by his loved ones, who celebrate the fact that he is at peace with his creator.

Survivors include his mother, Heidi Griffin; two daughters, Makenna and Alyssa Griffin; and one sister Michelle Lloyd. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Tim was preceded in death by his dad Roy Griffin.

A Memorial Services will be 1p.m. Saturday, June 2^nd, at Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with Mission Point Christian Church presiding.

Family and friends are encouraged to share memories, send condolences and sign the online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com .

Timothy's family would like to thank the members of Mission Point Christian Church for their spiritual guidance and friendship to Tim these last few years. For memorial contributions, the family has designated Mission Point Christian Church in San Antonio. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson’s Funeral Home of San Angelo.

FAMILY

Survivors include his mother, Heidi Griffin; two daughters, Makenna and Alyssa Griffin; and one sister Michelle Lloyd. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Tim was preceded in death by his dad Roy Griffin.

Peggy S. Epley passed from this life into the arms of her loving Savior, May 26, 2018. She was born May 7, 1933, in Flag Pond, Tennessee.

She was proceeded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sams, her son John Epley, her brother-in-law Lewis Runion, and nephew Mark Runion.

She is survived by her son Mike Epley and wife Gina; one grandson Michael and three granddaughters Sara, Shelby, and Abby; one sister Betty Runion; nephews Tim Runion and wife Bridgett, Jonathan Runion and wife Sara, and their children Cheney and Hendrix, and Andrew Runion and wife Holly, and their child Carter Runion. 

Peggy graduated from Unicoi County High School and East Tennessee University with a degree in Physical Education. She later went back to her high school and taught Physical Education for five years. Later she taught in Hollywood, Florida for nine years. Peggy was a charter member of Southland Baptist Church. She sang in the church choir for many years and was also a deacon for three years.

Peggy was an avid sports fan. She loved the Cowboys, Rangers, and the Mavericks. She also played basketball in high school and played tennis until a few years ago.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She cared for neighbors and her church family. She loved to cook, bake, and make pralines.

A Memorial Service will be held 1:30 PM, Friday, June 1, 2018 at Southland Baptist Church with Jill Fulghum officiating.

At her request all memorials may be sent to Southland Baptist Church Mission Work Water For All, http://www.southlandbaptist.org/don…

Raymond Martinez Holguin (Uno) loving father and friend to all, age 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 24, 2018.

Raymond lived with his daughter’s family in Frisco, Texas for the last 11 years. Originally named Reymundo Holguin (or King of the World as he preferred), Ray was born January 23, 1928 to Anselmo and Jesusita Martinez Holguin in Mertzon, Texas. He met the love of his life, Frances Ponce, and they married October 28, 1956.

Education was Raymond’s passion in life. He graduated with honors from Howard Payne College with a Business and Spanish Degree. He also attended and graduated from San Angelo College, the European Division of the University of Maryland and Texas Tech College. In high school, he played the violin in the orchestra and was first chair; a gift he had inherited from his father who was also a violinist. Raymond served during the Korean War and Vietnam War.

From 1946-1949 he served in Fairbanks, Alaska where he met famous aviator Charles Lindbergh. He also met General Douglas MacArthur when he came to deliver a speech to the troops. From 1953-1970 he served at Goodfellow AFB, Texas; Osan, Korea; Frankfurt, Germany and Iraklion Station Crete, Greece. He served as a paralegal and retired in 1970 as a Master Sergeant in the Air Force. Upon retiring from the military, he worked for the County government for 25 years. From April 1970-74 he served as Child Support Administrator for the Tom Green County Attorney’s Office. From January 1975 to February 1976 he served as a Line Probation Officer for both adult and juvenile probation system. He was one of the first Hispanics to hold the Chief Probation Office for Adult and Juvenile Probation System from February 1976 until his retirement in 1995.

His greatest work accomplishment was his working relationship with everyone. Everyone who met and worked with Raymond liked and respected him. He had a generous nature and a beautiful, kind soul. While living with his daughter’s family in Frisco, TX he was very active with the Frisco Senior Center and was very loved and spoiled there. He was so funny and charming and will be truly missed by friends and family.

Raymond is survived by his sister Julia Martinez of San Angelo, son and daughter-in-law David and Melissa Holguin of El Paso, Texas, as well as his daughter and son-in-law Melissa Holguin Ax and Henrik Ax of Frisco, Texas. He has 5 grandsons: Matthew Holguin of San Angelo, Jacob and Simon Holguin of El Paso and Niklas and Henrik Ax, Jr. of Frisco, Texas in addition to many nieces, nephews and relatives.

Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday May 29 with a Rosary recited at 7 p.m. at Johnsons’s Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday May 30 at 1 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church followed by interment at Johnsons’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Afterwards, a luncheon will be served at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Special Thanks to Jessie and JoAnn Martinez, who have always shown us what the meaning of family is. As Raymond’s daughter, the greatest gift I ever had came from God: I call him Dad! You will be forever in our hearts until we meet again.

FAMILY

Raymond is survived by his sister Julia Martinez of San Angelo, son and daughter-in-law David and Melissa Holguin of El Paso, Texas, as well as his daughter and son-in-law Melissa Holguin Ax and Henrik Ax of Frisco, Texas. He has 5 grandsons: Matthew Holguin of San Angelo, Jacob and Simon Holguin of El Paso and Niklas and Henrik Ax, Jr. of Frisco, Texas in addition to many nieces, nephews and relatives.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Holguin; parents, Anselmo and Jesusita Martinez Holguin; and several brothers and sisters.

John “Clay” Clayton Schkade, 58, passed away at his home on Thursday, May 17, 2018.

He was born to Leslie and Janett in Abilene, TX. Clay married Wendy on September 21, 2004 in Las Vegas, NV.

Clay was truly in his element working on a cable tool drilling rig. He spent most of his life drilling everything from water wells to oil wells to elevator shafts. His profession allowed him to work in all parts of Texas as well as New Mexico, Oregon, Colorado, Maryland, Washington D.C., and many other places.

Clay had a deep love for his children and as they were growing was often seen taking them to work with him and teaching them to operate equipment, weld, and countless other things. Later in his life, he was blessed with 4 grandchildren and enjoyed loading them up with sugar and toys and giving them back to their parents.

He was extremely proud of the time he served as a Gideon and the opportunities it afforded him to minister.

Survivors include his wife Wendy, his son John, step daughter Laura, 4 grandchildren Crimson, Londyn, Lance, Emma; two brothers Wayne and Greg; his mother Janett; nieces Brandy, Ashley, Jacklyn, Kristen; nephews Joshua and Gavin; along with many other cousins, family, and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his son Lance and his father Leslie.

A viewing will be held on May 25 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, TX. Graveside services will be held on May 26 at 1p.m. in Ivy Cemetery in Christoval, TX.

Glenda Faye Mathers, age 83, of San Angelo and formerly of Sweetwater passed away Sunday at Sagecrest Care Center in San Angelo. She was born February 27, 1935 in Electra, Texas the daughter of Roy and Tinnie Blankenship Maxey.

She graduated from Odessa High School and later married Joseph Mathers who preceded her in death on December 24, 2001. She attended technical school and later worked for Gulf/Chevron Company as a land lessor and locator where she retired from. She was known as a people person who always placed others first and helped many who needed help during her life. She also loved the outdoors especially hunting and fishing and was proud to have been a member of the Red Hat Society and being with friends. She especially loved her grandchildren and being with them.

She is survived by two grandsons, Jason Hefner and his wife Sarita of Sweetwater and Jerod Hefner of Odessa, her granddaughter, Tisha Dubose and her husband Dustin of Odessa, her son-in-law, Bill Hefner of Robert Lee, five grandchildren, Belinda Bugarin and husband Bo of San Angelo, Kelsee Hefner of Dallas, Brooke Hefner of Sweetwater, Brody Dubose and Ryan Dubose both of Odessa, two great-great grandchildren, her sister-in-law, Trudy Maxey of Odessa, a nephew, Wes Maxey of Odessa, and several cousins including Jack and Jamie Collins of Lubbock. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joe Mathers, a son, Robert Michael Bates, a daughter, Debbie Hefner, and a brother, Roy Maxey. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, May 23, at the Robert LeeUnited Methodist Church with graveside services at 2:30 pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Odessa under the direction of Johnson’s Funeral Home of San Angelo.

Juan (Johnny) Rodriguez Nava, age 58, of San Angelo entered his heavenly home on Tuesday, May 15^th.

He was born June 11, 1958, the loving son of the late Ramon G. Nava and Irene Rodriguez Nava.

He graduated from Central High School. Johnny worked at San Angelo Independent School District for 36 years before retiring. Johnny was a devoted son to his parents, he truly loved his mother. He was the foundation of support to his brother, sisters, nieces and nephews. His greatest quality was the joy he gave others with his smile and conversation; he never met a stranger.

Johnny was an avid sports fan and die hard Houston Oiler Fan.

He is survived by his mother, Irene Nava; sister, Betty Garcia, her children, Emiliano Garcia, Blanca and Robert Canava, their children, Jalynn and Adelina; sister, Bunnie Villarreal and husband Alex, their son, Jeremi Villarreal, his children, Brycen, Taylor, and Keeli; sister, George Trevino and husband Adam, their children, Michael Trevino and wife Miriam, their children, Briana and Mickey, David Trevino and wife Stephanie, their children, Etienne, Emma, and Ezio; brother, Ramon Nava, Jr., his children, Justin, Jessica, Jackie and Johnathan; sister, Lupe Nava, her children, Christina and husband Nazario Barrera, their children, Ruben Vasquez, Leia Fierro, Anthony Castro, Amy and Eli Barrera as well as many other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel.

A special thanks to Gina and Glendora Andros and police that assisted with our brother, especially Officer Colton Wilson.

Shirley Janet Cox, 83, died Saturday, May 19, 2018.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 22, from 5 - 7 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. Services will be Wednesday, May 23, at 9 a.m. at Harper Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Miles Cemetery.

Survivors include her sons, Johnny Carl Cox, and Larry Dean Cox.

On May 18, 2018, Madelle (Madie) Doris Huckaby went to be with the Lord. She was 92 years old.

She was born to Louis and Talitha Eckerman on December 10, 1925 in Eola, Texas. She was married to her husband, Asa Sanford Huckaby for 32 years.

Madie never knew a stranger and was an example of genuine friendliness wherever she went. She was an accomplished cook, homemaker, a loving mother and grandmother and an extraordinary seamstress. Before her retirement, she was a long-time employee of The Cutting Corner and Fabric Mart where she made many friends. She was an active member of The Heights Church until recently when her health began to decline. She participated in delivering meals for Meals for the Elderly from 1989 until the end of 2017.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Asa Sanford Huckaby, by her parents Louis and Talitha Eckerman, by her brothers Chester, Melvin, and Weldon (Pete) Eckerman, and by her daughter, Tracy Lloyd.

She is survived by her son, Louis Huckaby and wife Carolyn, her daughter Pamela Guess and husband Charles, her niece, Sharon Eisenbach and husband Eddie. She is also survived by grandchildren, Gina Jurek, Julie Pucci and husband Tim, Leah Coville and husband Patrick, David Bradshaw and wife Jennifer, Scott Bradshaw and wife Sherry, and her sister Susie, Nathan Guess, Nolan Guess and wife Bonnie, and Hollie Sawyer and husband Joey. She has 24 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren, a host of friends, and family members.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 26^th at 2 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. There will be a visitation on Friday, May 25^th from 6 - 8 p.m. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Madie’s favorite organization, Meals for the Elderly of the Concho Valley, 310 E. Houston Harte Expressway, San Angelo, TX 76903.

Paula Smith Hamilton, age 84 of San Angelo, passed peacefully May 17, 2018 after a blessed life.

She was born Sunday, December 31, 1933 in Brady, Texas to the late Perry and Bernice Smith. She was a graduate of Brady High School and studied business at San Angelo College. Paula went to work for the following local CPA's over a long career in accounting ,Marvin Hall, Wylie Webb, Richard Webb, Francis Bachman, Spencer McDonough, and Mr. McClouskey until her retirement.

On August 8th, 1970 she married Aaron D. Hamilton of San Angelo, Texas. She will be remembered for her deep and constant love of her family.

She was a proud woman and strong in her beliefs and there was nothing she wouldn't do for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a talented painter and a member of Brush and Brag paint club where she cherished her time with her daughter, friends and club members .She created the Hen House on North Chadbourne St to accommodate her dearest painting friends and members as well as to have her own special place to get away . She was also very active in quilting and loved taking road trips with the girls in search of fabric and crafts, she also loved her time outside in her garden and would often show off her green thumb .

She is survived by her husband of 47 years Aaron D. Hamilton, children Sherill Wood, Jeff Havard, Perry A. Havard, Randy Havard and spouse Leah Havard, Aaron T. Hamilton and spouse Gilda Hamilton, Nancy Kneupper and spouse Eddie Kneupper. Grandchildren Shawna Wood, Lauren Havard Somers, Heather, Sabrina and Perry Havard, Derian and Caden Havard, Austin and Bryan Hamilton, Brandon Kneupper and Stephanie K. Miller as well as 11 Great Grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 9:00 a.m. Monday, May 21, 2018.

The viewing/visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday May 20, 2018 at Johnson's Funeral Home. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at Sagecrest Alzheimer's Memory care Allison house for their loving care of Paula.

FAMILY

Aaron D. Hamilton, Husband

Sherill Wood, Daughter

Jeff Harvard, Son

Perry A. Harvard, Son

Randy Harvard and wife Leah, Son

Aaron T. Hamilton and wife Gilda, Son

Nancy Kneupper and husband Eddie, Daughter

Shawna Wood, Lauren Harvard Somers, Heather, Sabrina, and Perry Harvard, Derian and Caden Harvard, Austin and Bryan Hamilton, Brandon Kneupper and Stephanie K. Miller, Grandchildren

As well as 11 great grandchildren.

John Henry Decker Jr., of San Angelo, passed away on May 17, 2018 at the age of 68. He was born on May 15, 1950 in Hobbs, New Mexico, to parents John Decker Sr. and Madeline Johnson.

He was a 1968 graduate of San Angelo Central High School. John was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam era, from 1968 to 1972. He attended the University of California at San Diego where he met the mother of his children, Daphne Abbott, and he graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts in Drama.

John fathered two beautiful daughters who inherited his big, brown eyes. He enjoyed cooking, photography and filmmaking, creative writing, and playing the guitar and banjo. He married his high school sweetheart, Melanie McCullough, on December 23, 2012 in Leesburg, Virginia. They enjoyed a happy life together in San Angelo, Texas with their dogs Wilson and Jenny.

John's humor and strength will endure in our hearts forever. He will be deeply missed.

John is survived by his beloved wife, Melanie Decker; daughter, Lillian Jessica Atwood, and her husband, James; daughter, Hope Elizabeth Decker, and her fiancee, Devin Rider; grandson, Henry Atwood; granddaughter, Ellie Atwood; sister, Christa Martin, and her husband Carl; brother, David Ortel; sister, Tammy Hanson; step-daughter, Jacy Epperson; step-daughter, Sara Kimpton, and her husband, Colin; step-grandchildren, Bethanie Epperson, Brady Kimpton, and Max Kimpton; niece, Amy Harris; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and more.