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.

Gilbert Arteaga, age 30, of Ballinger entered his heavenly home on Monday evening, May 14, 2018 from injuries received in an accident near Tye.

He was born October 16, 1987 in San Angelo the son of Gilbert Arteaga, Sr. and Roselyn Flores Arteaga. He graduated from Lakeview High School in San Angelo and was working as a chemist for Buddy’s Plant Place in Ballinger at the time of his death.

He was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking and listening to music. He was a people person who enjoyed being with friends and family. He will truly be missed by those who knew him.

He is survived by his mother, Roselyn Arteaga of San Angelo, two sisters, Alison Arteaga and Ashley Arteaga both of San Angelo, his grandfather, Gilbert Perez and grandmother, Ignacia Arteaga both of San Angelo as well as several cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gilbert Arteaga, Sr.

Visitation will be held from 5-9 pm on Sunday at Johnson’s Funeral Home with funeral services to be held at 2 pm on Monday in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Family has requested that condolences, contributions to help with expenses, or flowers in Gilbert’s memory be left at Johnson’s Funeral Home.

FAMILY

Gilbert is survived by his mother, Roselyn Arteaga of San Angelo, two sisters, Alison Arteaga and Ashley Arteaga both of San Angelo, his grandfather, Gilbert Perez and grandmother, Ignacia Arteaga both of San Angelo as well as several cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Gilbert Arteaga, Sr.

Adrian Montez Villanueva, 44, passed at 3:51 a.m., Sunday, May 13, 2018 in San Diego, California.

Adrian was born Dec. 18, 1973, in San Angelo, TX and was a lifelong area resident.

He is survived by his daughter Maggie Jewel Villanueva, of San Angelo, his mother and father, Frank and Margarita Villanueva, of San Angelo; two sisters, Sandra Lorraine Villanueva of Fountain Valley, CA and Kristina Renee Bowman and her husband, Cory, of San Angelo as well as many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother Oralia P. Montez and his grandparents Antonia and Francisco Villanueva, Sr.

Adrian was devoted to his daughter, sisters, mother and father and entire family. His faith was strong in the Lord. It is true: "A brother is a friend God gave you; a friend is a brother your heart chose for you." ̴ Proverb. To our brother... Happy memories of childhood, of our teens, with you by our side, our ultimate champion, so much happiness we owe to you, dear bro. Our friend, our support, our super hero, our heart, and now our angel. You will never be forgotten, you will live in our hearts forever.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 2 pm in Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.

Joyce Barnes age 83 passed from her earthly life on May 15, 2018 into her heavenly home.

Joyce was born on the family farm on May 11, 1935 to Robert and Christeen (Oakleaf) Morrison in Vancourt, Texas. She met and married Larry Barnes November 6, 1964 and they lived their married life in San Angelo.

Joyce worked beside her husband as his secretary, his right hand until she retired to help with her great grand kids, Devo and Arysta. She was a loving Momma to her two sons, and MeMe to her grandchildren and great grandkids. She was a 50 plus member of Johnson Street Church of Christ.

She will be dearly missed by all who loved her. Waiting for her in Heaven was her husband Larry of 52 years, son Gerald Coleman and grandson Shane Coleman. Her parents Robert and Christeen Morrison. Brothers R.D. Morrison, Aubrey Morrison and Curtis Morrison, sister Robbie Shelton.

Joyce is survived by her son, Gary Coleman, Grandson Todd Coleman and wife Trixy and granddaughter Christy Nelson; Great grandchildren Justin Coleman of Abilene, Drew Barber of California, Devo Coleman of San Angelo and Noah Nelson. Great granddaughter, Arysta Coleman. Daughter-in-law Paulette Coleman. Sisters, Wilma Cunningham, Mary Nessmith and Peggy Morrison all of San Angelo and sister-in-law Dorothy Morrison. Joyce was blessed with a large family of nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Joyce will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday, May 17, 2018 Harpers Funeral Home. A Graveside service will be at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 10:00 AM Saturday, May 19, 2018.

We would like to give a special thanks to Summer, Miranda, Jim and Fred of Concho Home Health. To Cindy Ganey and the San Angelo Hospice nurses for the special care they gave Joyce in her final days.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice of San Angelo, 36 E. Twohig 76903 or Rust Street Ministries 803 Rust Street San Angelo, Texas 76903.

Don Richard Logan, 86, of San Angelo, passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018.

He was born to Homer A. and Honora J. Davis Logan on January 23, 1932 in Walton, Indiana. He served in the united States Navy for four years and then retired in 1974, after over 20 years service with the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant. He served during both the Korean Conflict and Vietnam Era and was stationed in the Philippines, San Antonio, Anchorage, Alaska, and Germany.

Don was a kind man with a great sense of humor, who enjoyed socializing with friends and family. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 0418 for 63 continuous years as well as a member of Shiloh Lutheran Church in Walton, Indiana.

Don married the love of his life, Janet Sue Copas on March 2, 1958 in Lafayette, Indiana.

Don is preceded in death by his parents (listed above); brothers, Dean Logan and Tom Logan; and sisters, Carole Zehring, Nancy Robinson, and Patty Walker. Survivors include his wife, Janet Sue Logan; sisters, Dina Gifford and Tonia Fisher; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

There will be a time of visitation from 6:00-8:00 PM on Friday, May 18, 2018 at Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo. Services and interment will follow in Galveston, Indiana at a later date.

Raymond Thomas Foster, Jr., 45, passed from this earthly world on May 12, 2018. He was a resident of Fort Worth, Texas.

Raymond was born on June 16, 1972 in San Angelo, Texas to Tommy and Barbara Foster. He attended Sterling City I.S.D. and completed high school at James Bowie High School in Austin, Texas. He attended Howard College and the Art Institute of Dallas studying culinary arts.

Raymond was an amazing chef. Whether he was cooking for a few or for many, he enjoyed sharing his talent with others. Not only was Raymond a great chef, he was quite the comedian. He could always make one laugh! Raymond could tell a story or a joke and have you on the floor laughing. He could make any situation better simply by adding humor to it. We will miss his wittiness, his spunk, and his stubbornness.

He is survived by his mother, Barbara Foster Carter; sister and husband, Jeanie Foster McGinn and Ronny McGinn; step-brother and wife, Kris and Lily Carter; nephew, Matthew Hasty; niece, Jenny Hasty; aunt and husband, Marilyn and David Drake; uncles, Charles Abel, Barry and (wife) Becky Abel; cousins, Chris Gookin, Barry Abel Jr., Jessica Spann, Laurie Startz, Heather Stilwell, Heather Hirt, R.T. Mackie, and Leigh Jeter and numerous friends.

He is preceded in death by his father, Tommy Foster; step-father, Jim Carter; grand-parents, Thomas and Georgina Foster and Al and Myrtle Abel; nephew, Thomas Blaine Hasty; and special friend, Rodney Weldon.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, May 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. 

Graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 17, at Foster Cemetery in Sterling City, Texas. A Celebration of Life will follow at 2 p.m. and be held at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas. Jamie Highsmith, a close family friend, will perform services.

We would like to give a special thanks to Diana Gamboa and her sons Charlie and Nick Gamboa who cared for Raymond over the past few years.

Ronald Gayle Shawn, age 65 of Lubbock, Texas passed away suddenly in Muskogee, Oklahoma on Tuesday, May 7, 2018 and now rests in the arms of his Lord.

He was born on September 26, 1952 in San Angelo the son of the late Milford Newton and Cleo Bell Clark Shawn. He attended San Angelo Central High School and later became a bus driver for the Houston City-Tran. He also drove for the Kerrville Bus Lines in Houston and San Antonio in the 70 and 80’s. He began driving for Core Tucking of Kansas City where he was working at the time of his death.

He will be remembered as a very nice person with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed music and liked to play drums and guitar especially 50, 60, and 70 rock songs. He will be greatly missed by his family which includes his brother and best friend, Jerry Newton Shawn of Lubbock, a nephew, Jerry Michael Shawn of Houston, nephew, Joshua Shawn and nieces, Miranda and Clarissa Shawn all of Houston, a good friend Roger of Austin and a companion, Lakey of Galveston.

A visitation will be held from 9am – 12 noon on Thursday at Johnson’s Funeral Home followed by a graveside service at Fairmount Cemetery at 2 pm.

His funny jokes and great personality and so much more will be greatly missed by those who knew him.

Olivia Resendiz, 79, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 13, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Olivia was born July 11, 1938 in Johnson City, Texas to Antonio and Petra Romero Gonzales.

She married the love of her life, Elpidio Nieto Resendiz on February 6, 1968 in Tulia, Texas and they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage together. Olivia was a loving daughter, sister, wife and mother who devoted her life to her family.

She worked as a custodian at Tulia Independent School District for 22 years before retiring. In her spare time, she enjoyed being at home and with her family and drawing and taking pictures of anything and everything. Olivia also loved playing bingo and the lottery, cooking, chewing bubble gum and talking on the phone for hours with her sister Elizabeth. She also loved joking around with everyone and being very vociferous. However, her main passion was just being at home with her family. Olivia’s life and love will remain in our hearts forever and we will dearly miss her.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Elizabeth Alvarado. Olivia is survived by her husband, Elpidio N. Resendeiz, of San Angelo; her Daughter, Elvira Jhaliesann Pedro-Bartolo, of San Angelo; her brothers, Adam Gonzalez, of Tulia, TX., and Edward Gonzales, of San Angelo; her sister, Tomasa Huerta, of Brady, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Olivia requested that no services be held in her honor; just remember her fondly in your memories.