Charles “Chuck” Bledsoe, Sr. passed away on February 15, 2017, surrounded by his family.
Chuck was born to Aaron and Beulah Bledsoe on January 24, 1928, in San Angelo, TX. While still in high school in California, he enlisted in the Navy during World War II where he served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Following the war, he met the love of his life, Louise Jacoby, and they were married on October 30, 1948. 
From a young boy, Chuck loved baseball. He played catcher and managed professionally in the minor leagues for the Cincinnati Reds organization in the state of Georgia. Following his baseball career, Chuck made his living with another talent, construction. Starting as a brick mason, he worked his way up to construction superintendent. He has left his mark on many commercial buildings in San Angelo, TX.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers - Aaron Bledsoe, Jr. and Gene Bledsoe, Gene’s wife, Sylvia, and son-in-law, Joseph Miller.
Chuck is survived by his loving and caring wife of 68 years, Louise Bledsoe of San Angelo, TX; daughter, Cynthia Bledsoe Miller of West Palm Beach, FL; and son, Chuck Bledsoe, Jr. and his wife, Mary Lou, of North Richland Hills, TX; three grandchildren, Christina Ripley of West Palm Beach, FL; Jennifer Busey of Oklahoma City, OK; and Daniel Bledsoe of Springfield, OR; as well as three great-grandchildren. Also, Chuck is survived by one brother, Kenneth Bledsoe, his wife, Becky, of Bronte, TX and Aaron’s wife, Marion Bledsoe of San Angelo, TX.
A Visitation with Family will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Friday, February 17, 2017, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 18, at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Meals for the Elderly, St. Gabriel’s Hospice and Palliative Care, or a charity of your choice.

John W. Fields, 70, of San Angelo passed away Monday, February 13, 2017, in San Angelo. John was born December 25, 1946 in Hobbs, New Mexico and adopted by Jake and Jewell Bolling Fields. He grew up in Hobbs and graduated from Hobbs High School. He served his country honorably and proudly from 1966 to 1971 in the United States Army. He received a battlefield commission and was assigned to the 5th Special Forces Group in the Vietnam War. John was a decorated veteran, receiving the Purple Heart, the VN GAL Cross with PALN and the Bronze Star with Valor. He married Karen Roland on December 31, 1989 and they shared 27 wonderful years together. John was a manager for Radio Shack for over twenty years and, after retirement, he and Karen worked in the insurance business as insurance adjusters for over 13 years. John was a longtime member of Freedom Fellowship Church in San Angelo and loved his church family. He was a charter member of Christian Veterans Outreach and had served as past President. John loved this organization and his passion was helping disabled Veterans get the help they needed by helping them with their VA paperwork and many other needs. John was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who devoted his life to his family and helping others. He was a “no-nonsense” kind of guy and was seen from time to time a force to be reckoned with. John was a champion for others in his fight to help Veterans and their families. He held this passion very close to his heart. In his spare time, he was an avid poker player and even played in the Senior World Series of Poker on two separate occasions. He was a marksman, who loved cars (especially Porsches), fine dining, and also had an incredible sense of humor. We will dearly miss our incredible husband and father.
John was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Grayce Stuckey. He is survived by his wife, Karen Fields, of San Angelo; his Son and Daughter, John W. Fields II, of San Angelo and Nicole Wright, of San Angelo; his Four Grandchildren, Spencer, Gavin, Lathan and Isaiah; One sister, June Lackey, Dublin, TX and half-brother John Rudowski, of MI.
A Celebration of John’s Life will be at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, February 16, 2017 at Freedom Fellowship Church with Pastor Harold Watkins officiating. 
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Christian Veterans Outreach at Freedom Fellowship Church.

Dorothy Cannon Knight, 100, of Mineola, Texas, formerly of San Angelo, Texas, passed away February 8, 2017 at HOMEPLACE, Hospice of East Texas, Tyler. 

Services will be held Monday, February 13, 2017 at 11:00 A.M at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel, burial will follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pastor Darrell Smith will be officiating the services. You may visit with the family one hour before the services.

Dorothy is blessed to be with her husband, Sidney, who died in 1996 and her son, Geryl, who died in 1969. Dorothy was born September 28, 1916, in Mt. Pleasant, Texas, to Jeff and Jessie Cannon. She lived most of her adult life in San Angelo. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Effie Colley, Mae Morris, Mary Amerson and brother Marcus Cannon. 

She is survived by daughter, Jeanie and husband, Rodney, of Mineola, Texas. "MeNaw", as she was affectionally known by the grandchildren, was a wonderful and caring grandmother who furnished many special treats and gifts to them throughout her life. They are Kyle Waggoner, US Army Ret. of San Antonio, Texas, Sheryl Polansky and husband Michael of Lorena, Texas, Kirk Waggoner and wife, Stephanie, of Anchorage, Alaska, Kristi Green and husband Wes of Plano, Texas, and Vince Knight and wife Connie of Belton. She is survived by eleven great-grandchildren, Kristen Wanek, Kerri Fattig, Ashley Waggoner, Brady Brasher, Sydnee Mir, Jacob Knight, Brooks Waggoner, Justin Knight, Chance Green, Lana Green, Will Green, and Garrett Polansky. She never forgot their birthdays and a $5 bill was always included in each one. She is survived by 7 great-great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. 

If desired, memorials may be sent to the Heart Association , the Parkinson's Foundation or the American Cancer Society . All three of these diseases have touched her and her family. 

Phil Cole left this earthly world Monday, February 13th, at his home after a brief illness. Phil was an amazing husband, father, brother and friend. He had a huge heart and always believed the best in people and wanted to help anyone he could. 

As for business he was an entrepreneur to say the least. Whether jostling up some rattlesnakes to sell, or collecting quarters all over Texas and New Mexico in his gumball business, Phil worked hard so that no expense was spared on his children or beloved wife of 45 years, Sandy. Out of his many business adventures in life his greatest love was the sheep business and he was proud to see his son carry on the family tradition. 

Phil’s most recent project was his beautiful home that he bought for his children and grandchildren to enjoy for many years to come. He loved to tell stories of the old days on the back patio with his friends and family. The stories and the man will be missed but we rejoice at God’s amazing Grace as he reunites with family and friends in heaven. 

Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Bill J. Cole and Sue McEntire Cole.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Sandy. Daughters Misty Keeney & Husband Monty, children Mason & Myles. Holly Brannan, children Nixon, Jackson, Hayes & Finley Grace Brannan. Son, Sterling Cole & Wife Alicia, children Sutton & Sloan.

The Funeral Service will be 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Sterling City. The burial will follow at Montvale Cemetery in Sterling City, TX.

Pallbearers are his grandsons, Nixon Brannan & Mason Keeney. Brother, Jimmy Cole; Pat Gully, Vic Choate, Jim Lee, and Drake McKinney

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to Rust Street Ministries. 
Family and friends may sharee condolences and sign an online register book at
www.harper-funeralhome.com

DeLoyce Smith, 83, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2017 in San Angelo with her loving family at her side. DeLoyce was born August 2, 1933 in Belfalls, Texas to John and Hallie Belk. She married the love of her life James H. Smith on September 20, 1952 and they shared 56 beautiful years together. DeLoyce was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who devoted her life to her family as a homemaker. She also worked in the family business supporting her husband until retirement. In her spare time she enjoyed shopping and hunting and fishing and spending time at her home at Lake Amistad.
DeLoyce was preceded in death by her parents and her husband James (Bud). She is survived by her children, Larry Smith and his wife Robi, of San Angelo, Debbie Freeman and her husband Richard, of San Angelo and Brenda Greer and her husband Delwin “Pudd,” of Eldorado, TX; her Grandchildren, Cliff and Lo Smith, Scott and Lisa Smith, Holly and Steve Thurman, Hunter and Jennifer Price, Hallie and Eric Sosolik, Buddy and Becka Greer and Dillon Greer and Ashley Quiroz; and 17 Great Grandchildren. 
The family will receive friends for visitation from 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M., Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. The Graveside Service will be 1:00 P.M., Monday, February 13, 2017 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Mike Dorman officiating. 
The family would like to express their sincerest appreciation to Royal Estates, the Palliative Care unit at Shannon Medical Center, Dr. John Harvey and Interim Hospice for all of the loving care given to DeLoyce.

Robert Royce Brown left this world to go be with his Savior on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He missed being 82 by 8 days. 
Robert was born February 16, 1935 in Menard County near London, TX. He grew up on the family farm where he learned the value of hard work and had the ability to appreciate his surroundings, good or bad. He enjoyed driving the tractors, tending to the animals and going off alone to be in nature to hunt. In 1955 he joined the United States Army. He was to be sent to Korea when at the last moment orders were changed to Germany. He worked for Strain Brothers for 16 years and the Texas Highway Department for 26 years.
Robert and Joy were married for 46 wonderful years and according to Robert, they were a good match. They enjoyed their friends and they had many. The daily lunch special won’t be the same without Robert. They both danced at the VFW for 40 years and Robert loyally attended functions there. 
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Carol and Laurana Brown and 8 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife, Joy, his brother’s-in-law, Joe Tims and Billy Tims (Vicki Draper.) Although he and Joy never had children of their own, they had many nieces and nephews that loved and visited them whenever they could. Their house was a hub for visiting family. His nieces and nephews are Rebecca, Tammy, Kevin (Rachel), Joey (Barbara), Tony (Ashley), and Troy(Tracie.) Great Nieces and nephews are Samantha, Austin, Layton, Ryan, Ashley, Joel, Jonathan, Hannah, Rebeka, Joey, Rachel, Sarah, Mica, Abby Gail, Justin, Nathan, Katie and Adam.
The visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M., Friday, February 10, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. The Graveside Service will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 
Robert was kind, considerate and the most honest person you could ever know. He was an avid Rangers baseball fan never missing a game. He was also an avid reader and loved history.
“You were a wonderful husband and I will miss you the rest of my life and I will see you someday. I love you.” Joy

Herbert Arlin Woehl of Wall Texas, passed away on February 8, 2017, at San Angelo Community Hospital in San Angelo, Texas. 
Herbert was born on December 1, 1936, in Wall, TX to Irene (Barcum) Woehl and William Bennett Woehl. Herbert enlisted in the Texas National Guard on October 21, 1958. Herbert married Marcella Caroline Przilas at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Umbarger, TX on August 12, 1959. He was conscripted into the U.S. Army during the Berlin Crisis in 1961. He became an expert with the U.S. Carbine Caliber 30 in March 1962. When the Berlin Crisis was over, he finished his 2 year obligation to the United States Army as a Reservist in the Texas National Guard. After that, Herbert followed his heart back to farming and ranching, which he did for the next 70 years. He was an instrumental part of building the Wall Volunteer Fire Department. Along with all of the volunteer work he did for Wall ISD and St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, TX. He instilled a love for the outdoors when he taught his 4 children how to hunt, fish and water ski; even though he didn’t know how to swim himself. Herbert was a blessing to all those around him and loved everyone like they were his children. Whenever someone was in need he was always the first one there without question. Herbert is preceded in death by his parents and 4 of his 9 siblings. He is survived by brothers, Harvey of San Angelo, TX, Donald of Tankersley, TX, and 2 sisters Darlene and Shirley of San Angelo, TX. 
He is survived by his wife, Marcella Caroline Woehl, of Wall, TX, his son Arlin Woehl of Wall, TX, daughters Mary Jo Stasiowski of Cedar Park, TX, Gayenell Phelan of Dixon, California, and Lisa Thompson of Edmond, Oklahoma. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Brooklyn, Sharlyn, Zachary, Aubrey, Andrea, Caroline, Chad, Jacob, Matthew, Caleb and Katie. He was also blessed with 3 great grandchildren, Dylann, Sawyer, and Leddy Bloodworth and the next generation of Woehl’s is on the way. He took pride in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He showed how much he loved his family, by the stories he could tell, jokes he would play, and his witty comebacks. 
Visitation and Rosary are at 6:00 pm, February 10th, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall, TX. Saturday February 11th funeral mass is at 10:00 am at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Graveside Service to follow in Wall Cemetery. 
Pall bearers are Aubrey Woehl, Chad Phelan, Zachary Thompson, Jacob Thompson, Caleb Thompson, Matthew Stasiowski, Thomas Bloodworth, and Steven Wilha.
Family and friends can sign the online register book at harper-funeralhome.com

Joshua Ayers, 36, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away February 5, 2017. He was born in San Angelo, Texas on December 15, 1980 to James and Janice Ayers. Joshua Ayers graduated from Central High School and entered into the United States Marine Corps to serve his country. He was married to Maureen Ayers on September 1, 2000. Joshua had a career serving his country in the United States Marine Corps as a Security Forces/ Combat Instructor. He was honorably discharged on January 31, 2004. He had a passion for his children . He was survived by his loving wife Maureen Ayers Logan Alexandria and Joshua James II, His parents James and Janice Ayers ; sisters: Karen Stamos, Jenine Jordan, a brother from another mother, Alex Reeb. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Harold and Elizabeth Ayers, as well as his maternal grandparents Frank and Marlene Lemelin. He also leaves to cherish his memories numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.