Abel Garcia 51, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 10, 2016 in San Angelo. Abel was born April 11, 1965 to Paul and Ruth Cervantez Garcia. He grew up in the Texas Panhandle and graduated from Hale Center High School. Abel married the love of his life Lupe Martinez on November 8, 1991 in Clovis New Mexico and they shared 24 beautiful years together. Abel and Lupe settled in San Angelo where he worked for the City of San Angelo as a crew chief for 18 years and retired from there. He also owned and operated Garcia Hauling and Excavation for 12 years. He enjoyed both jobs and was an extremely hard working man all his life. Most of all, Abel was a loving husband and father who devoted his life to his family. He was a great man of faith and loved the Lord with all his heart. His life and his legacy of love will remain in our hearts forever! Abel was preceded in death by his father, and his daughter Elisa Garcia. He is survived by his loving family, wife, Lupe Garcia, of San Angelo; his children, David Jonas “D.J.” Garcia, Paula Garcia, Jessica Garcia, Annabel Garcia, Rebecca Garcia and Adriana Garcia, all of San Angelo; his Mother Ruth Rupp and her husband James, of San Angelo; his Mother-in-law, Lupe Martinez, of Olton, TX; his Sister, Gloria Warman and her husband Ronnie, of San Angelo; and numerous Brother’s and Sister’s-in-law and other family members and close friends. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the Church of Pentecost in San Angelo. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, December 16, 2016 at the Church of Pentecost in San Angelo with Pastor John Howard and Pastor Valentine Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be D.J. Garcia, Giovanni Orosco, Jose Soto, Nathaniel Martinez, Victor Perez, and Al Martinez. The family requests that memorials be made to the Church of Pentecost or a charity of your choice. 

Robert Marvin "Bob" Rowland, 75, died Friday, December 9, 2016. The Graveside service will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, December 19, 2016 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Survivors include his wife, Lena Rowland, of San Angelo; his children, Betty Powell, David Rowland, Tricia Rowland, Benny Harkey and Jackey Harkey; and his Brother, Richard "Dick" Rowland, of Dallas. Arrangements are by Harper Funeral Home.

Cleo Averille Lane Stroman arrived at her eternal home on December 9, 2016. She and her twin sister Carmen were born at home on Cow House Creek in Coryell County to Mamie Opal Short and Walter Averille Lane. She grew up on various farms in west Texas and graduated from Bronte High School. Cleo went on to get an associate degree from San Angelo College. She was a secretary for W. A. Stroman at Stroman Abstract and Title Company where she met the love of her life, William James (Jim) Stroman.They were married June 16, 1944 and began an adventurous life of ranching in Real, Pecos, and Lampasas Counties while raising 3 children. 

Cleo is survived by Bill (Twister) Stroman and wife Sue of Sterling County Texas, Phyllis Stroman Youngdahl and husband Stephen of Spicewood, Texas, Joseph Averille Stroman of Austin, Texas, 5 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren.

Cleo was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Ralph, Stanley, and George Lane, sister Carmen Huling, husband of 64 years Jim and infant son Walter Lane Stroman.

Cleo was known for her beautiful smile, her sweet, gentle demeanor and her love of family. We thank the Lord for her wonderful life.

A graveside service will be held at Fairmount Cemetery Tuesday, December 13th at 11 A.M. Memorials may be made in her honor to the charity of your choice.

Lydia Lou Frederick passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Lydia was born in Ringgold, TX on July 12, 1935 and was adopted by Jake and Gladys Sanders. She grew up in Lubbock, TX and graduated from Lubbock High School. After high school, Lydia attended Texas Tech University where she met the love of her life, Jerry Frederick. The couple were married on March 12, 1954 and shared sixty-two years together. Lydia and Jerry moved to San Angelo and became members of Johnson Street Church of Christ, where they were members for forty-six years. Lydia was a wonderful homemaker, and enjoyed sewing, knitting and needlepoint.
Lydia is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Dr. B.D. Sanders and J.L. Sanders.
Lydia is survived by her husband Jerry Frederick of San Angelo; Two daughters, Sabrina Ward and husband Bob, Sherry Abel and husband Clark, all of San Angelo; Four grandchildren Justin Abel and wife Joni, Jenna Abel, Jake Ward and wife Katy, and Jaren Ward; One great-grandson, Jackson Abel, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Lydia’s family thanks the nurses, aides, chaplain, and staff of Kindred Hospice and Sagecrest. We express our deepest gratitude for Elva Herrera for many years of love and care for my wife, our Mother and our MiMi.
A Visitation will be held Monday, December 12, 2016 from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Harper Funeral Home Chapel. Services honoring her Life will be 1:30 PM, Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at Johnson Street Church of Christ with Dr. Tommy King officiating. Burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rust Street Ministries.

Lydia Lou Frederick passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Lydia was born in Ringgold, TX on July 12, 1935 and was adopted by Jake and Gladys Sanders. She grew up in Lubbock, TX and graduated from Lubbock High School. After high school, Lydia attended Texas Tech University where she met the love of her life, Jerry Frederick. The couple were married on March 12, 1954 and shared sixty-two years together. Lydia and Jerry moved to San Angelo and became members of Johnson Street Church of Christ, where they were members for forty-six years. Lydia was a wonderful homemaker, and enjoyed sewing, knitting and needlepoint.
Lydia is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Dr. B.D. Sanders and J.L. Sanders.
Lydia is survived by her husband Jerry Frederick of San Angelo; Two daughters, Sabrina Ward and husband Bob, Sherry Abel and husband Clark, all of San Angelo; Four grandchildren Justin Abel and wife Joni, Jenna Abel, Jake Ward and wife Katy, and Jaren Ward; One great-grandson, Jackson Abel, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Lydia’s family thanks the nurses, aides, chaplain, and staff of Kindred Hospice and Sagecrest. We express our deepest gratitude for Elva Herrera for many years of love and care for my wife, our Mother and our MiMi.
A Visitation will be held Monday, December 12, 2016 from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Harper Funeral Home Chapel. Services honoring her Life will be 1:30 PM, Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at Johnson Street Church of Christ with Dr. Tommy King officiating. Burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rust Street Ministries.

Daniel Dean Brillhart, age 57, passed away on December 7, 2016 in Shannon Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Danny, as he was known to his family, was born December 26, 1958 in Emporia, Kansas.
After graduating from Central High School, San Angelo, Texas, Dan worked in the oilfield, trucking industry, and hotel guest services prior to becoming disabled. He was a member of Baptist Temple Church, now known as Lifepoint Baptist Church, where his father pastored for 29 years.
Dan was known for enjoying debating religion and politics with family and friends. His nieces and nephew will remember Uncle Danny fondly as the doting uncle who was always up for a play session, cuddles and over-the-top gifts at Christmas when they were children.
Danny was predeceased by his father, Neal Brillhart and great-niece, Jupiter Hernandez. He is survived by his mother, June Brillhart; sisters Nealla St. Clair (John) and Juanna Brillhart-Bohannan (Bill); nieces Amy Barber and Erin St. Clair-Hernandez (Andy); nephew Shane VanZandt; great-nephews Andrew and Jasper and great-niece Luna.
We draw comfort in knowing that Danny is now happy and healthy with his earthly father in Heaven.
Open Visitation will be 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sunday, December 11, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Monday, December 12, 2016, at Lifepoint Baptist Church, 810 Austin Street, San Angelo, Texas under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Willofae M. Elrod, 91, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 in San Angelo. She was born in Nolan County, Texas on September 23, 1925 to William Patrick and Fraulein Mayes. She attended Roscoe High School where she was a cheerleader, twirler and played clarinet in the band. She met the love of her life, Festus Elrod, in the 7th grade at Roscoe, Texas and they were married in 1943, after he returned from serving his country in WWII. 
The couple moved to Lubbock, TX where he attended Texas Tech University and she worked at several jobs including GTE and JC Penney. Then they moved to San Angelo, TX where they made their home and retired. 
They had two daughters and one son. When her children were born, she became a stay at home mom and spent her time caring for her family. She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church where she was on the cradle roll and sang in the choir. She also volunteered in the Shannon Hospital Gift Shop.
When her youngest daughter, Sheila, was killed in a robbery at a Jewelry store in San Angelo in 1980, she became one of the founders of the local chapter of the Compassionate Friends in San Angelo, an organization for parents whose children have died. She helped many by listening to them and being able to empathize and relate to their loss. 
Willofae was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis around the age of 33 and was an inspiration to all who knew her by her perseverance and determination to not let this disease destroy her life.
She was a loving mother and wife and was preceded in death by her husband, Festus, her children, Gary Pat and Sheila Gay Elrod, her parents, and an infant brother, William Patrick Mayes, Jr.
Willofae is survived by her brother, T. Mike Mayes and wife Ola, of Sherman, TX, and her oldest daughter, Diana Elrod, of San Angelo. She was so proud of her grandchildren, Wes Noyd and wife, Paige, of Cibolo, TX, Eric Elrod, of Weatherford, OK and Sheila Frances Elrod, of San Angelo, TX. She was also blessed with two great grandchildren, Kayleigh and Gavyn Noyd and many dear friends.
Willofae will be available for viewing throughout the day on Saturday, December 10, 2016 and Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, December 12, 2016 at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. James Hassell officiating. A private burial will follow the service. 

“Let not your heart be troubled… In my Father’s house are many mansions. I go to prepare a place for you; That where I Am, there ye may also be.” John 14:2-3 

“…And there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying… or any more pain…” Revelation 23:4

We look forward to a wonderful reunion with all of our loved ones in heaven.

On December 6, 2016, our beloved Calvin Bruce Collins, Sr was called home to the Lord. Calvin was born on June 30, 1958 to CB and Shirley Collins in Ft. Worth, TX. He lived in Waco, TX. Calvin’s love for travel made his choice of profession a perfect match. As a cattle truck driver for Tommy Thigpen Cattle Company, Calvin could travel and see the country. He never met anyone who didn’t quickly become his friend. In his spare time, he loved to BBQ and tell tall tales. Calvin was proud to be the father of his only child, Calvin Collins, Jr. 
Calvin is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Calvin Barton Collins & Birdie Mae Finley Collins; maternal grandparents, Robert Bruce Collins and Beulah Wilson Collins, his parents, CB Collins and Shirley Collins; and his sister, Judy Coleman. Calvin is survived by his son, Calvin Collins, Jr. and his wife, Jessica Collins; their three children, Adeline, Trais and Tae all of Pleasanton, TX.; siblings, Kathy Garcia, Gary Collins, and Reba Brown, all of Waco, TX; and Lea McDonald and her husband, Robert McDonald of San Angelo, TX; his remaining uncle and aunt, Bobbie Collins and his wife, Pat of San Angelo, TX and countless cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. 
Visitation will be at Harpers Funeral Home throughout the day on Friday, December 9. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at 10am at Fairmount Cemetery. Pallbearers are Calvin Collins, Jr., Doyle Light, Jerry Newton, Robert McDonald, Bruce McDonald, and Charles Pierce.

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.