Debra Colette Griffin , 58, of San Angelo died on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at her residence.

Visitation is 10:00am to 8:00pm on Friday December 9, 2016 .

Funeral is 10:00 am on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Freedom Fellowship under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Belveder Memorail Park.

Survived by husband, Homer D Griffin, son, John Griffin, daughter, Deborah Griffin, mother, Mildred Williams, sisters, Becky Love, Shandra Costley, Kay Gardner and Rachael Parsons.

Helena Robles Flores, age 87 our beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Nana and Sister passed away peacefully into her heavenly home on Saturday December 3, 2016 at home surrounded by her loving family. 

Rosary will be held at 7pm on Friday, December 9, 2016 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel.

Mass will be held at 10am on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at St. Mary Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. 

Mom was born to Francisco and Augustina Robles November 17, 1929. Mom had many adventures as a little girl, one to include holding a flashlight with her older brother Manual as a makeshift headlight for grandpa’s old truck on an old farm road. As her children, we remember her love of music and dance, she always had music playing while she cooked all the while whistling. She had a gift of sewing clothes and made beautiful gowns for her daughters. She was a homemaker until her children were all in school then she worked at RG Barry’s where she retired to then become a caregiver to her grandchildren who adore her.

On July 9, 1948, she married Gilbert L. Flores and together they formed a family with 6 children. Left behind to cherish her memory, her husband of 68 years, Gilbert L. Flores, daughters and son-in-laws: Julia and Jim Seale of Somersworth, NH, Gloria and Saturo Kudo, Grace and Augustine Gomez of San Angelo, TX, Patricia and Felipe Surita of Helotes, TX and Son and Daughter-in-law: Michael and Annette Flores. daughter-in-law Virginia E. Flores. 26 grand-children, 47 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren spanning from Washington, California, New Hampshire and Wisconsin. Her sisters Anita Mendez of Mesquite, Texas, Daniel and Emma Robles of Bakersfield, CA, Gilbert and Josie Robles of Hanford, CA.

She is preceded in death by her son, David R. Flores, her parents Francisco and Augustina Robles, her siblings and spouses, Frank and Bertha Robles, Manual and Pauline Robles, Maria and Jimmy Enriquez, Rita and Edward Velez, Amparo Marie and Joe Torbellin, sister Lupe Robles, brother Jose Robles, brother in law Alfonso Mendez.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Albert Arroyo, Jr, Omar David Flores, David Diggs, Christopher Sanchez, Thomas Barrera, Michael Barrera, Joshua Flores and Jeremy Flores. Honorary Pallbearers grandsons, David Flores, Michael James Seale and Gabriel Diggs.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so HE put HIS arms around you and whispered, “Come with me.” With tearful eyes, we watched you suffer and saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

Gloria, for the last few years you have been our parents, best nurse, handy-person and caregiver, we thank you so much for all you did, Sam we thank you for being such an understanding husband as she took care of Mom.

Shirley Fielder gently passed away on December 4th in Round Rock, Texas at the age of 81. She was born on July 1st 1935 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Teddy, and sister Deane, husband, Richard Fielder, daughter, Donnis Fielder and son, James David Fielder. She is survived by son, Dickie Fielder of Austin, grandaughters Erica Fielder Finley and Morgan Fielder Bacia of Austin, grandsons Cole Fielder of New Braunfels and Cody Fielder of San Marcos and great grandsons Zane and Fielder Finley of Austin.

Along her path in life she leaves many loving friends, extended family and customers behind. Shirley was the matriarch and rock of the Fielder Pool Company which operated in San Angelo for over 40 years. She was well respected and responsible for keeping Richard and Dickie organized as they built backyard pools all over West Texas. The company grew to three operations including Abilene and Midland in the 80’s and Rich and Shirley moved to Midland to oversee the operation there for over a decade until Richard passed in 1996. Son David, took over the Midland store after Rich passed and continued running it until 2006.
Many will remember her sweet smile and demeanor, her gentle, peaceful approach and her unflinching ability to keep the peace and calm between Richard, Dickie and David! Many a friend of the siblings will remember BBQ’s, swimming in the family pool or skiing from the dock at the Fielder home on Lake Nasworthy. 

Shirley was a founding member of St. Mark Presbyterian Church and was active as a deacon, organizing many events over the years. She also was instrumental starting up The Compassionate Friends at St. Mark after Donnis’ passing in 1980. Shirley loved to fish off the dock and cook for the throngs of overnighters at the lake house. Erica says, “I loved sleeping over at Nana’s because she let me sleep until 3:00 in the afternoon and then she would cook me breakfast.”

Pallbearers are Todd and Toby Holt, Scott Finley, Adam Bacia, Zane and Fielder Finley. Honorary pallbearer is Bob Housley.

There is a viewing and visitation scheduled at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00 on Wednesday evening. The main service is scheduled for 10:00 AM Thursday morning at St Mark Presbyterian Church on Johnson Street. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Cemetery.

Estelle Annie Schiller, 99, passed away to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 3, 2016.

Estelle was born January 17, 1917 in Elgin, TX in Travis County to Fred and Annie Prokschl Klaus. She was confirmed at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Elgin, TX on October 26, 1941 by Rev. Herman Engeling. She married Edwin Joe Schiller on January 14, 1940 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Elgin, TX, officiated by Rev. Herman Engeling. 

Estelle and Edwin moved to Rowena before settling in Eola, where they farmed and ranched. Together with family and friends, she enjoyed polka dancing and playing dominoes and cards. She also enjoyed sewing, painting, and crafts. 

Mrs. Schiller was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Joe Schiller of 65 years; parents Fred & Annie Prokschl Klaus; her brothers David & Fred Dale Klaus; and her sisters Lorene Wiesner, Toni Wiesner, Ruby Kriedel, Dorothy Marburger, & Adelle Schiller.

Survivors include her son Larry Wayne Schiller & wife Kathleen; her daughter Joyce Elaine Rea; grandsons Todd Rea & wife Julie and Dustin Schiller & wife Amy; granddaughter Misty Newcomb and husband Brad; great-granddaughters Harley Rea & fiancé Jordan Rhodes, Avery Rea, Madison Rea, Kaylee Schiller, Ashlyn Schiller, and Lexi Newcomb; and great-grandsons Tyler Guthrie and Blake Newcomb, one brother Virgil Klaus.

Visitation will be Monday December 5, 2016 from 6PM-8PM at Harper Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be at 1PM, Tuesday December 6, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Allan C. Eckert officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

McDuffy Riley “Mack” Kessler, Jr., 74, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, December 1, 2016, in San Angelo. Mack was born February 11, 1942 in Dallas, Texas and grew up in Seymour, Texas. He graduated from Seymour High School and then attended West Texas State University, in Canyon, Texas. Mack worked in the automobile industry for over 30 years. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who devoted his life to his family. Mack had a tremendous strength and passion for life. He was a very no nonsense kind of guy, but on the lighter side he enjoyed having fun with his family and friends, especially playing golf and poker with his buddies. Mack will be dearly missed by all who loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, McDuffy Riley Kessler, Sr. and Anna Lena Wirz Kessler. He is survived by his wife, Ann Kessler, of San Angelo; his children, Dena Kessler, of McKinney, TX, John Olson and his wife Kelly, of Beaumont, TX., Tracey Dirden and her husband Shaun, of San Angelo and Mindy Bratcher and her husband Scott, of San Angelo; his Grandchildren, Taylor Edwards, Amber Galindo, Kaley Gill, Brianna Lucas, Seth Adcock, Stacie Bratcher, Mackenzie Bratcher, Seth Cooper, Ashley Olson, Chelsea Olson and Kayley Olson; 4 Great Grandchildren; his lifelong friends, Glen and Diane Gleghorn and numerous other friends he held very dear to his heart. A Celebration of Mack’s Life will be 11:30 A.M., Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tommy Richardson officiating. The family requests that donations be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Shriner’s Hospitals. 
Family and friends may share condolences and sign the online register book at
www.harper-funeralhome.com

Bobby Lynn Dear, Jr., 46, of San Angelo, went home to the Lord on November 26, 2016. He was born in Midland, TX on December 7, 1969. Bobby was a beloved son, a loving father, the “funny” uncle, a caring brother and cousin, and a best friend to many. 

Left behind to forever cherish his memory are his parents, Eric and Reba Chunn; his father, Bob Dear, Sr.; a sister and brother-in-law, Kevin and Marcy Dickson; a much loved, strong-willed, wonderful son, Skyler Williamson-Dear; a caring nephew, Preston Dickson; a beautiful niece, Morgan Dickson; and two equally strong-willed, loving step-sons, Seth and Zane Williamson.

Bobby was a long time cancer survivor who endured the pain of childhood cancer to become a stronger and more caring man. He shared his journey with other cancer patients helping them overcome their own fears and doubts over the years. 

Bobby loved to laugh and had a beautiful smile, a generous spirit, and a giving heart. He was always quick to help, easy to talk to, and the first to forgive. Bobby bought many a meal, fixed hundreds of flats, and tuned tons of tired engines expecting nothing in return: Just “because they needed it”. 

He leaves us all with a “Bobby-sized” hole in our lives: Never to be forgotten and never to be replaced. 

The pain and sadness we feel today will finally fade away and we will remember only the joy he brought into our lives, his shining example of a loving, Christian man, and the sense of joy, light, and wonder he left behind. 

Bobby will have a Visitation at Harper Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, December 2, 2016 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. The Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 in the Harper Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery.
 

Marjorie Thornton passed on November 27, 2016 being reunited with her Lord and family in eternal life. Marjorie was born on October 6, 1928 in Hempstead, Texas. She is preceded by her parents Robert and Irie Cox, and sister Josephine Gaunt. She is survived by her daughter Suzanne Drawbaugh of Chantilly, Virginia, and son Kevin Thornton of San Angelo, Texas. Marjorie grew up in an idyllic community of Alvin, Texas where she and her future husband Bob were childhood sweethearts. She graduated from Alvin High School in 1946. In the Alvin Yellow Jacket yearbook Marjorie was listed as the Most Beautiful Girl in her class; National Honor Society, and Coronation Queen. Upon graduation Marjorie enrolled at Baylor University in the fall of 1946. After attending college two years, Marjorie and Bob were married February 15, 1948, a marriage which would strengthen and sustain them for over fifty years. The young couple began their life together when they moved to Abilene, Texas where Bob joined the family business of Thornton’s Department Store ‘A City Within Itself. Soon after their first child Suzanne was born in May of 1949. Marjorie and Bob were active members of the First Baptist Church in Abilene until their move, in the late 1960’s to Scottsdale, Arizona. There they opened their own successful business. Their son Kevin was born in October of 1967 in Phoenix, Arizona. Returning to Texas, the family eventually set down roots in San Angelo, Texas. Marjorie was a member of Southland Baptist church community and active member in the San Angelo Garden Club and numerous bridge clubs. Marjorie was a devoted Christian, wife, and precious mother; a wonderful cook famous for her lemon meringue pies, and sour cream enchiladas; a devoted friend who would do anything to help others; her parties were cherished by all who attended; her smile and twinkly eyes would light up a room, but more importantly she made a difference in all the lives she touched. The Memorial Service will be 3:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Southland Baptist church with Rev. Taylor Sandlin officiating. Memorials may be made to the Southland Baptist Missionary Fund.
 

Pamela “Pam” Griffin Farris, 70, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 in San Angelo. Pam, lovingly known as “JuJu” to most of the world, was born February 4, 1946 in San Angelo, Texas to Buster R. and Novie H. Griffin. She was preceded in death by her mother Novie, her father Buster, two sisters, Bernice “Hoopy” Kilgore and Mamie Allen, and her husband of 22 years, Ed Farris. Pam worked in Special Education for 33 years. JuJu loved her students almost as much as her own children and grandchildren. She enjoyed sharing stories of her students and loved keeping up with so many of them on Facebook, up until her death. JuJu spent the last few years of her life enjoying her retirement and dedicated almost all of that time to her grandchildren. She especially loved going to their sporting events and being a “Taxi Service” for her grandchildren in their pre-driving years. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren including those in her extended family were her world and she was theirs. JuJu’s life and tremendous love for her family and students will remain in our hearts forever and she will be dearly missed by those who loved her. JuJu is survived by one son, Chris Farris (Tanna), two Daughters, Jan Lamarche (Danny), and Jaime Farris (Bobby), all of San Angelo; Six Grandchildren, Cory, Garrett, Kynsey, Meagan, Madison and Brody; Five Step-grandchildren, Whitney, Logan, Chad, Corey, and Kailey; Seven Step- Great Grandchildren; her Brother Larry Griffin (Frankie), of Cotulla, TX; and numerous nieces, nephews and “claimed” Grandchildren who were very dear to her heart. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Brady Lock officiating. There will be a private interment. 

Lori Lynn (Rascoe) Potter was born on Sunday, November 12, 1961 in San Angelo, TX to Clyde M. Rascoe and Joanie (Bringolf) Rascoe. She spent her childhood years with the neighborhood kids who later on became lifelong friends. Lori graduated from Central High School in May 1980. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. She spent years in different fields of work and her diverse business ventures gave her the experience to master the field and helped her to create more lifelong friends.
Lori married Dale Potter, June 12, 1982 in San Angelo, TX. They were married for 34 years. Lori and Dale volunteered with the Saturday Ramp Rollers for 10 years. 
Lori was known for her creative side and spent many hours throughout her life on projects dedicated to her children, work, and church community. She was a teacher in the HAYO program for 13 years. Lori was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2010 and was a strong fighter throughout it all. The family would like to thank Dr. Carolyn Matthews and nurse, Flor of Dallas, TX, Dr. Raj Cheruku of San Angelo, TX, hospice nurses, Debbie and Shirley, and CNA, Crystal for their help during these last few months of Lori’s life that by no means defined the woman she was. 
Lori was preceded in death by her father and mother, Clyde and Joanie Rascoe. 
She is survived by her husband, Dale Potter, her daughter Kyrie Villa and her husband John Villa, her son Nolan Potter of San Angelo, her sister Bonn (Art) McSorely of Pittsburgh, PA, her brother Chilton (Joetta) Harris of Garland, TX, her aunts Betty(Nelson) Dunn of Arlington, TX, and Aunt Doris Bringolf Of Houston, TX, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Rosary services will be at Holy Angels Catholic Church on Monday, November, 28, 2016 starting at 7:00pm. Funeral and Columbarium services will be at Holy Angels Catholic Church on Tuesday, November, 29, 2016 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity of your choice. 
Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com

Ernestine “Tina” Charles Ruiz, 67, of San Angelo, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. 

Tina was born on March 28, 1949 to Sisto and Maria (Rendon) Charles in San Angelo. She worked for Levi Strauss for over 15 years before becoming a certified nurse’s aide, as an aide she worked for Baptist Memorial Retirement Center for 6 years before retiring. On December 22, 1980, she married Guadalupe (Robert) Ruiz in Coleman, Texas. She will be remembered for her sense of humor and bringing laughter to those around her. Tina touched many lives throughout her life. Her home was a sanctuary to many. 

Tina is survived by her son, Robert Ruiz, Jr.; daughters, Rose Ruiz, Angela Ruiz; brothers, Sisto Charles, Jr., David (Mary) Charles all of San Angelo; sisters, Helen (Patrick) Lee, Olga (Timothy) Lee both of Loveland, CO, Rita (Fernando) Santillan, Linda Charles; grandchildren, Robert Ruiz, III, Raquel Jasso, Rocky Rojas and Priscilla Ruiz all of San Angelo. Along with her cherished pet chihuahua, Chiquita. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sisto and Maria Charles, husband, Guadalupe Robert Ruiz, Sr. and son, Daniel Jessie Ruiz.

Prayer service will be held at 7pm on Monday, November 28, 2016 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, November 29, 2016, at the Calvary Catholic Cemetery, with Pastor Aron Gonzales of Jireh House Ministries, officiating. Arrangements by Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be David Charles, Jr., Mark Charles, Adam Santillan, Stephen Charles, Robert Ruiz, III and Ysaias Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Cage and Aron Gonzales.

There will be a meal for the family and friends after the graveside service at Jireh House Ministries, 1414 N. Chadbourne, San Angelo, Texas 76903