Franklin D. “Frank” Powell, 84, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 21, 2017 in San Angelo. Frank was born October 10, 1933 in Colorado City, Texas to Wid and Arizona Yarborough Powell. He married Neldarine McCarley on January 28, 1952 and they shared 65 amazing years together. Frank and Nelda moved to San Angelo, Texas where they made their home and raised five beautiful children. Frank graduated from the police academy and became a police officer with the San AngeloPolice Department in 1959. During his career span of 32 years, he served his community honorably by working in the department as a patrol officer, a handwriting expert, a latent finger print expert, crime scene photography, identification section for crime scenes and helped with the processes at the county jails. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant before retiring in 1992. Frank was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Aside from the career he was passionate about, he adored spending time with his family and loved being a part of raising many more children besides his own. In his spare time, Frank loved photography, wood working and loved researching and carrying out just about any project that needed doing. He was instrumental in mapping out the parking and driving area of Central High School that is still used today. Frank was a strong man of faith and loved the Lord. He was a charter member of Edmund Boulevard Baptist Church. He loved his church home and was very active in his role as a deacon, a trustee, and a treasurer at different times for over 40 years. Frank’s love of his family and his devotion to serve his community will always be cherished in our hearts and we will dearly miss him! He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Nelda Powell, of San Angelo; his children, Robert Powell and his wife, Donna, of Sachse, Wid Powell and his wife Candy, of Odessa, Laura Trowbridge, and her husband Robby, of Arlington, Lonnie Powell and his wife Susan, of Hamlin, and Pat Powell and his wife, Debbie, of San Angelo; his 10 grandchildren, Amy and Wes Hood, Kelly Fishback, Dr. Chris and Krista Powell, Holly and Jeep Calvert, Clint and Sarah Trowbridge, Amanda and Steve Morin, Kim and Josh Blann, Josh and Laura Powell, Ross and Savannah Powell and Dr.’s Daniel and Becky Powell; his 17 Great Grandchildren; his Brothers, Troy Powell and his wife Gayle, of Atlanta, GA., and Clarence Powell and his wife Letha, of West Monroe, LA; his Sister, Janie McCoulsky and her husband Marshall, of Sanger, Tx; numerous nieces and nephews and a multitude of dear friends. Pallbearers for the service will be the San Angelo Police Department Honor Guard and his loving Grandsons. The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Benson and Dr. Chris Powell officiating. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Virginia Ross Hargis, 95, passed on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.

Virginia was born July 22, 1922 in San Antonio, the daughter of Dora Leona Chastain and Chester A. Conoyer. She was raised by her mother and stepfather Wilbur C. Terry.

In 1941 she married John Thomas Ross. They lived in Brownsville and had three daughters, Patricia Elaine, Leona Michele, and Ella Kathleen. Later, they moved to Austin where John was a building contractor and Virginia worked as accounts payable director of Tracor Inc., a high tech defense contractor.

Virginia retired from Tracor after 25 years, the same year she received her bachelor of arts degree magna cum laude from St. Edward’s University. She had many friends far and wide, loved playing bridge and poker, playing the piano, fishing, and was a Girl Scout leader and camper extraordinaire. She especially loved visiting the Texas coast.

John Ross died in 1995 after 54 years of marriage. Virginia then married high school friend James I. Hargis. They moved to San Angelo in 2008 to be near family and attend Holy Angels Catholic Church.

Virgina was preceded in death by both her husbands, her daughter Ella Kathleen, her parents, her sister Hazel, a half-sister Billie, and a granddaughter, Cheryl Freeman.

She is survived by her daughters Pat O’Brien and Miki Clemens and Miki’s husband Gus of San Angelo. She has four granddaughters, one grandson, seven great-grandsons, four great granddaughters, six great great grandsons and one great great granddaughter. She leaves behind many Clemens relatives who she dearly loved.

The family would like to give special thanks to Janie Ybarra for all her loving care of our mother and to Hospice of San Angelo.

A Funeral Mass will be at Holy Angels on Wednesday, October 25th at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Capital Memorial Gardens in Austin, where she will be laid to rest next to her first husband John Ross and other family members.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the American Cancer Society, Hospice of San Angelo, or the charity of your choice.

Gerardo “Jerry” Navarro, 65, of San Angelo went to be with his Lord and savior on Friday, October 20, 2017 in San Angelo. Jerry was born September 1, 1952 in San Angelo, Texas to Paul and Maria Renteria Navarro. He grew up in San Angelo and after graduating from high school, attended college for two years. Jerry held numerous jobs in his lifetime, working in a cabinet shop for some time and as a warehouseman at Ethicon. After retiring from Ethicon, he worked for Concho Carpet One for many years. Jerry married the love of his life Yolanda Luera on July 13, 1984 and they shared 33 beautiful years together. He was a loving son, husband and father who devoted his life to his family, his friends and helping others. Jerry was a man of great faith and was a longtime member of Word of Life Church where he sang in the choir and was in numerous plays for the church. Aside from spending time at his church, he loved joking around with family and friends and he also loved oil painting. Christian art, background scenes and even some cartoons were what he loved to paint. Jerry was a musician and loved playing his guitar as well. Most of all, he loved helping others and would go out of his way to help anyone in need. His life and his legacy of love in helping others will live on in our hearts forever and we will dearly miss him! Jerry was preceded in death by his mother Maria, and his son, Jason Scott Navarro. He is survived by his wife, Yolanda L. Navarro, of San Angelo; his Daughter, Jolinda Navarro and Nanette, of Lubbock, TX; his Grandchildren, JoJo Navarro, Landin Terry and Alexis Terry; his Father, Paul Navarro, of San Angelo; his Sisters, Sylvia Fuentes and her husband Albert, of San Angelo, Elvia Sanchez and her husband Edward, of San Angelo, Elda Nava and her husband David, of San Angelo, Elisa Parra and her husband Miguel, of Arizona and Elaine Navarro, of San Angelo. He is also survived by his Aunt, Anita Martinez and her husband Aurelio, of San Angelo and numerous nieces and nephews and many dear friends. The Wake Service will be 6:00 P.M., Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, October 23, 2017 at Word of Life Church with Pastor Julian Falcon officiating. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers for the service will be Devan Nixon, Johnny Ray Luera, Gilbert Luera, Christopher Fuentes, Ryan Hernandez and Landin Terry.

Darrell Gene Bozarth was born July 30, 1935 in Pampa, TX. He died peacefully at home in San Angelo, TX on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. He graduated high school in Pampa and attended West Texas University in Canyon. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and in the National Guard for 6 years. He met his wife Peggy Prater at West Texas and they were married on Aug. 1, 1958. They have 2 sons: Ricky Don Bozarth of San Antonio and Timmy Lynn Bozarth of San Angelo. Thru Tim’s marriage he gained a daughter, Connie Bryan Bozarth and his only grandson Riley Thane Bozarth, the light of his life.
Darrell was an insurance claims adjustor for 36 years before retirement in 1995. His work took him to 47 of the continental United States. He worked fires, tornadoes, and earth quakes and had many interesting stories, he was always ready to share with anyone. Reading became a big hobby in his retirement and two hometown authors, Elmer Kelton and Russell Smith, were among his favorites. He also loved the Texas Rangers, the lawmen, not the baseball team, having met many of them during his working years. He would read any book he could get on their work.
Bo, as he was known to family and friends, also leaves behind one brother, Carroll D. Bozarth and wife Judy of Amarillo, TX and one sister Darlene Wren and husband Trueitt of Kingsland, TX and many nieces and nephews.
Bo loved his family dearly and they loved him. He will be missed but always alive in our hearts and memories.
Services will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, October 21st at Harper Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please donate to West Texas Rehab, West Texas Boy’s Ranch, Hospice of San Angelo or a charity of your choice in his name.

Leland Dean Pope passed away October 10, 2017. He was born September 21, 1930 to Elmer and Florence (Millwee) Pope in Southard, Blaine Co., Oklahoma. He graduated from high school then attended Oklahoma A & M college where he received his Bachelor degree, commissioned 2nd Lt in the U.S. Army infantry in 1952 then received his Master’s Degree in 1956 from Oklahoma State University.
Leland married Helen Prickett on June 1, 1952, went on active duty in the Army and served as a Lt in Korea until 1954. They were married 65 years.
Leland was head of the Business Dept. of Gallup High school for 15 years. He then quit teaching after going into retail business. At one time they had five stores. 
He retired in 1990, moved to Florida until 2009 when they moved to San Angelo, Texas to be closer to family. 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Florence Pope and his brother, Frankie. He is survived by his wife, Helen, two daughters, Christy Butler, Julie Mills, grandchildren, Brandy Hawkins (Bryan), Neal Butler and one great grandchild, Hailey Hawkins.
A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, October 16th at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene.

Paul Douglas Dirrim Born June 10, 1946 in St. John’s Michigan died October 6, 2017 in San Angelo, Texas at the age of 71.
He was preceded in death by his parents Larry and Wilma Dirrim. 
He is survived by his sons Brennan and wife Barbara of Lake Jackson, TX. and Duane of The Colony, Texas and grandchildren Brandon, and Tabitha Ward and one great granddaughter Leona Ward.
He served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War from 1962 to 1964. He retired from GTE in the 1990’s. He had many hobbies over the years including golf, wood working and going to sports events with friends of which he had many in Texas and Michigan. He loved socializing and drinking coffee with his many friends in San Angelo, and will be greatly missed by all. 
There will be an informal visitation and service Saturday October 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo.

Robert Alexander Edwards, father, son, brother and friend to many, left this world for a greater one on October 11, 2017. Alex was a man of many passions. He loved music, and if there was a guitar in the vicinity, you could bet Alex would be finger-picking and strumming it for those lucky enough to be sharing the room with him.
He loved Texas Tech University and Red Raider football. He grew up making the trip to Lubbock with his dad, Big Sam, to cheer on the Red Raiders, often for several games a season. This tradition continued as Alex spent his college days at Texas Tech and in the years following his graduation, and even when he was watching on TV, Alex was cheering on the Red Raiders as if he was on the sideline. 
But, most of all, Alex loved his friends and family. Known in Midland as “Birdman” and in San Angelo and points beyond as “Easy E” for his laid-back demeanor and welcoming presence, Alex made everyone he met feel like a life-long friend. He loved spending time and making music with his brother Samuel. He loved his Mom and Dad, and especially enjoyed joining them on camping trips. He loved his only son, Wyatt, and many of his favorite days were spent fishing with him down by the river.
Alex left before his time, but he lives on through the countless lives he impacted and in the endless well of memories he gifted to those who were fortunate to have known him. 
Alex is survived by his son Robert Wyatt Edwards and Wyatt’s mother, Meghan Edwards, his brother George Samuel Edwards, parents Georgia and Sam Edwards, grandparents Pud and Joe Edwards, special great uncle Robert Edwin Edwards and wife Susan, great Aunts Clare Easley and Doris Henderson. Other survivors include Aunts and Uncles: Cathy and Dick Irons, Lois Ann Crownover and Richard Ramirez, Dottie and Mark Collins, Lis and Trip Buchwald, Jennifer and Britt Edwards and Cousins: Britt Buchwald, Barrett Buchwald, Elisabeth McMullan, Haley Thomas, Luke Collins, Hannah Hines, Amanda Ramsdell, Aaron Ramsdell, Maddison Jo Edwards, Britt Edwards, Jr., Coye Irons, Grant Irons, Hailey Irons Newlin, Trent Bateman, Collin Klattenhoff and Carlee Goetz. He is also survived by his brothers from his other mother, Becky, Jordan Swiderski, Chris Swiderski and his soulmate Keith Swiderski. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, George and Wilma Faye Crownover. 
Memorials may be sent to Grace Presbyterian Chapel Mission Fund, 29 N. Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas 76901.
A memorial service will be held at First Christian Church at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 14, 2017.

On October 5, 2017, Lyle Vern Sankey finished his drag race on Earth with an elapsed time of 69 years. 
Lyle was born June 28, 1948, in Independence, Iowa, to Cecil and Margaret Sankey. Lyle spent his early childhood in Iowa, and he and his family moved to Big Spring, then to San Angelo. He graduated from Central High School in 1966, attended Angelo State University, and joined the U.S. Navy, per Uncle Sam’s request. He worked all his life in San Angelo, for businesses including Western Auto Parts, Whites, Model Uniform, and GTE/Verizon.
Lyle enjoyed a good mental challenge. His pastimes included working on vehicles, fishing, and completing crossword puzzles and home projects. He could always be counted on to find a used item that someone else had discarded and make it work or look new again. He was known to take drives every weekend with his wife, Joy, and their dogs, Tator and Brady.
Lyle was passionate about vehicles and fast cars. He was a mechanic all his life, and he owned and raced several tri-five Chevys, along with myriads of other fixer-uppers. He raced a few times at Wall Dragway and other tracks.
He always said, “You’re only as good as the tools and parts you’re working with.” That belief didn’t just hold true for cars; it is an apt description for how Lyle lived his life. His sharp mind, quick wit, contagious laugh, and sound advice and knowledge were his biggest contributions to his family. He worked hard his entire adult life to provide for his wife and son, but he also lived much like he raced cars; too many RPMs aren’t good on an engine or a body. His family and friends will cherish the memories of his laughter until we meet again.
Lyle was preceded in death by his infant son, Brad Allen Sankey.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Joy Sankey, of San Angelo; their son, Brian Sankey (wife Becca), and their children, Gavin, Savannah, and Kate, of San Angelo; parents, Cecil and Margaret Sankey, of San Angelo; brother Roger Sankey, of San Angelo; sister Lois (Sankey) Draper, of San Angelo; brother-in-law, R.Lee Brown of Aransas Pass; brother-in-law Robert Cope (wife Vickie), of Grape Creek; nephew, Buster Brown (wife Shinobu) of Austin; niece, Candice Maldonado (husband Renee) of San Angelo; nephew Jody Cope (wife Erin) of San Antonio; niece Robbie Nelms (husband Cody), of Carlsbad; and several cousins. 

A special thank you to Hospice of San Angelo and wonderful friends; Beverly and Cindy.

Donations are requested to be given to Immanuel Baptist Church or Hospice of San Angelo.

A Memorial service will be held at Harper Funeral Home Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 11:00 AM.

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Wilburn Bobby Baucom died peacefully surrounded by family on Friday October 6, 2017 at the age of 87.
Bobby is survived by his wife of 62 years Kitty Ward Baucom and four sons Wilburn Baucom II and his wife Charlene and son Clayton of Alice, Texas; Brent Baucom and wife Dana and their children Dallas and wife Brittany and son James, Hanna, Katie and husband Taylor, Steel and daughter Sterling, Maggie, and Livie of Memphis, Texas; Wendell Baucom and wife Melanie and daughters Emily and Sara and her husband Austin of Big Lake, Texas; and Joe Baucom and his wife Hilary and sons Josh and Jared of Early, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings. 
Bobby was born on 8-8-30 in Cross Cut, Texas to Bill and Daisy Baucom. He graduated from Williams High School in 1948 and Howard Payne College in 1957 with a BS degree and in 1958 with a MS degree. He married Kitty Ward on December 9, 1954. He retired after a 33 ½ year career as a tax accounting manager at GTE. 
He was an active member of the Downtown Lions Club for many years serving in many leadership capacities during his time with the club including secretary from 1994-2006, treasurer in 2007, Director from 2007- 2009 and even Lion Tamer in 2003. He also received several prestigious awards as a Lion including The President Silver Award in 1990, the Jack Welch Fellowship for Lion of the Year in 2007, and the Melvin Jones Fellow in 1990. He was a Texas Lions Camp for Children Lifetime Member. He was also an ordained deacon at The Heights Baptist Church and was named Father of the Year in 1995. 
He is remembered by his family as a father who made life look seemingly easy. He was an extremely hard worker whose primary passion was whatever activity his boys and their friends were involved in at the time. He followed his boys in all of their athletic and agricultural pursuits, a trait he passed on to his sons as well. 
A visitation will be held at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Sunday, October 8th. A funeral is scheduled for 10:00 am at Harper Funeral Home on Monday, October 9th with the Reverend Larry Daingerfield officiating, with burial at Marion Cemetery near their family land in McCulloch County. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Bobby’s life.
The family would like to thank Shannon Hospital 5th Floor North and Intensive Care Unit for their amazingly generous and compassionate care.

John Norman Guess, 83 of Mertzon, Texas went to his Heavenly home, on Wednesday morning, October 4, 2017, after suffering complications from a fall. Norman lived a long and full life and was prepared and ready to meet His Lord and Savior. 
Norman was born, February 18, 1934, in Blossom, Texas to Edward and Rebecca Guess. He was raised in San Angelo, Texas, and after graduating from Lakeview High School attended San Angelo College. 
Norman married his high school sweetheart, and the love of his life, Evelyn Ruth Guess, on May 16th, 1952. The early days of their marriage were spent in Eastland, Texas, where their four daughters were born. Eastland was a special place for them, as it was where they began forming many close and life-long friendships. While in Eastand, Norman was part of a gospel quartet, The Gospelaires. His love for gospel music spanned his lifetime, and brought much joy to his life. 
Norman, Ruth, and girls moved to Big Lake, Texas, in 1962 where he began working at Glasscock Chevrolet with Bill and Elizabeth Glasscock. Norman continued his career as Dealer/Owner for 55 years. His daughters were all blessed to work with him, at different times throughout his life time. 
Norman was very involved and active in the community for many years. He served as a church deacon, (FBC Big Lake & Mertzon) and held numerous offices, in local government and civic organizations. He was an avid follower of the Reagan County Owls and was awarded, along with Ruth, as Life-Long Boosters of the Year. His Lord, family, church, and his business were the passions of his life. 
After losing Ruth, Norman found happiness, with Sue Baze, whom he married in 2013. They made their home in Mertzon, Texas, where he made many new friends. 
He was preceded in death, by his wife, Ruth; parents, Edward and Rebecca; sister, Nancy Bell; brother-in-law, Warren Aldridge; son-in-law, Wayne Poynor; and father & mother-in-law, Roland and Laura Swaringin.
Norman is survived by his wife, Sue; his four daughters; Susan George & husband Mike; Janet Davis & husband B.J.; Marla Poynor & husband Britt; Lori Jones & husband Terry; His sister, Marion Aldridge; brother-in-law, Jimmy Bell; sisters and brothers-in-law, Carolyn & Walt Templin and Howard & Sue Ann Swaringin; Grandchildren Jennifer & Edward Rivas, John George, Julie & Brad Wachsmann, Casey & Melanie Kohutek, Paul & Michelle Jones, Shawn & Anita Poynor, Allison & Joe Camacho, Ellen & Justin Clark, Clay & Joy Butler, Casey & Krystle Poynor, Megan & West Herbert; Numerous great grandchildren, cousins, nieces & nephews; Also survived by Sue’s children, Carla Baze, Brad Baze, David & Wendy Baze; & their children Tanner Baze & Juston Baze. 
Services will be Saturday, October 7th, at First Baptist Church (Big Lake), at 2pm & followed with graveside services, in Glenrest Cemetery (Big Lake); Visitation will be from 10:30-11:30 at the church. 
Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be James Smith, Ronnie Reeger, Wade Jones, Bill Schneemann, Tim Sellman, Dale Fisher, Johnny Poynor, Buck Owens, Richard Warriner, Sammy Dodd, Mark Noland, Eddie Martin, Denny Morris, Sid Sullenger, Wes Thiers, and Walter Flowers. 
The service will be officiated by Darrell Marion and several other pastor friends.