Frank Cox, 87, of Christoval, Texas, passed away September 3, 2016 at his home. He was born in Brownwood, Texas on April 5, 1929. Frank graduated from Bangs High School and received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Air Force. He was married to Hazel Jean Cox on December 30, 1953. Frank owned and operated Frank and Jean's Fruit Markets in Plainview, Odessa, Ruidoso, and San Angelo, TX. He was a Free and Accepted Mason. Frank is survived by his daughter, Rhonda Cox; grandchildren, Cole and Kiffany Ingram and Casey and Carly Heflin; brother, Dave and Liz Cox; and great grandchildren, Cayden and Willow Ingram and Canyon Raymond. Frank is preceded in death by his loving wife Hazel Jean Cox and his son Rocky Cox. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 6, 2016 in the chapel of Johnson's Funeral Home with burial to follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens

Martin Luther (M.L.) Woodul, Jr., passed from this life to his Heavenly resting place on Thursday, September 1, 2016. M.L. was a born again Christian who dearly loved the Lord. He was born in San Angelo, Texas to Martin Luther, Sr. and Anna Woodul on April 3, 1932.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served his country during the Korean War. Our father was very proud of his military service. Upon his return from service he met and married the love of his life, Mildred Lavern Robinson, on August 6, 1955. They shared 61 wonderful years together.
M.L. attended the University of Texas pursuing an Engineering Degree until the untimely, impending arrival of their first child. To support his family he abandoned his education and went to work for Galbraith Steel & Supply in San Angelo. He worked for Galbraith Steel for 33 years as a purchasing agent and assistant manager upon his retirement. He was also a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge and the Suez Shrine Temple.
Dad loved everything "outdoors", hunting, fishing and camping with his family. He was an accomplished water skier who was proud to tell you he was able to slalom at the age of 74. His true passion was golf where he could be found on the links three times a week until illness forced him to quit.
M.L. was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Chester and Cullen.
He is survived by his wife, Mildred; his sons, Marty Woodul and his wife Candy of San Angelo, and Clay Woodul and his wife Melinda of Cedar Park, Texas; and his two daughters, Kathleen Edwards of San Angelo, and Karen Woodul and Joe of Cheyenne, Wyoming. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends for a time of visitation 5:00-7:00 PM Monday, September 5, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home. Services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 6, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Tommy Richardson officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery.

Felix Santillán, Jr, age 58, entered peacefully into rest early Friday morning, September 2, 2016, in San Angelo, Texas surrounded by family as he fought his final fight against cancer. Felix was born on September 19, 1957 in Acuña, Coahuila, Mexico to Felix and Virtudes Santillán. He was a son, father, brother, grandfather and uncle who brought smiles to everyone's faces with his stories, jokes and joyful singing. As a man of wit and warmth, he courageously battled colon cancer for a year and a half alongside supporting family and friends. Felix is survived by his wife, Adriana Santillán; two children, Abelardo Santillán and Adriana Santillán; two grandchildren Felix Santillán and Jared Santillán; four brothers, Oscar Santillán, José Luis Santillán, Hector Santillán and Enrique Santillán; five sisters, María del Rosario Maldonado, Ernestina Fuentes, Elva Urías, Aydé Santillán and Julieta Valdéz. He was preceded in death by his parents Felix and Virtudes Santillán. Pallbearers will be Abelardo Santillán, Felix Santillán, José Luis Santillán, Jr. Noe Valdéz, Jr., Armando Urías and Fernando Santillán. Viewing will be held Sunday and Monday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 W. Beauregard Ave., San Angelo, Texas. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, 301 W. 17th St., San Angelo, Texas. Burial to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, 4989 FM Highway 1223, San Angelo, Texas. The Santillán family would like to thank all who contributed to Felix's cancer fund and supported other fundraising efforts.
"Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials ..." 
- 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 Arrangements under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.

Mary Ellen “Lena” Zapata, was called home to be with our Lord on Monday, September 5, 2016. 

Mary Ellen will always be remembered by the big heart of love she shared with her family and friends.  Her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all of her nieces and nephews held a special place in her heart.  Each one of them carries a story of how this woman of love touched their lives, even if it was through a bold harsh scolding, they knew it was all in the name of love.  For those that knew her well, knew that behind her tough outer shell, was a soft heart that was so full of love.  Her love was expressed through service, whether it be a hearty meal she cooked, a plate of food she prepared and delivered, clothes she provided and a home that welcomed and cared for any child with open arms.  If you ever entered her home, you were sure to see children running throughout the house…grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and even family friends.  It was a joy, even hilarious, to see how she interacted with each one of these children.  Mary Ellen also served as a Sunday School teacher in her local church.   This was a service that brought so much joy to her life as she shared the Word of God with her class.  Her family will remember her natural wit and her boldness to speak her mind, many times leaving us speechless!  Anyone who knew Mary Ellen was sure to have a joyful conversation with laughter always included.  We will miss her beautiful smile, a smile that was guaranteed to have the right colored lipstick for the day. We will miss her loving embrace, an embrace that always said “I love you”. 

We will especially miss her faithful message that she would continually impress upon her family: “live for God”! 

Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Clemente and Librada Camarillo, a sister, Nancy Ynojosa, brother-in-law, Manuel Ynojosa, and an infant son.  Mary Ellen is survived by her husband of 38 years, Manuel Zapata; sons Philip De La Cruz and wife Patricia, and David De La Cruz; brothers and their spouses, Daniel and Margie Camarillo , Clemente Camarillo, Jr., David and Mary Camarillo, William and Dolores Camarillo, Ramon and Alma Camarillo, and two sisters, Sandra Craig and husband, Brian; and Joann Camarillo.

Our Mom, Epifania L. Valdez, 86, of San Angelo, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior after a lengthy illness on Tuesday August 30, 2016 with her loving husband of 27 years by her side.

Mom was very devoted to her job as Director of Recreation for City of San Angelo and loved her seniors. Her other passions included gardening, in which she tilled her own soil, music and dancing.

She was born on January 19, 1930 to Sam and Cleotilide (Pinon) Lara in Fierro, NM. Epifania worked On April 15, 1989, she married Elizandro Valdez in San Angelo.

Epifania is survived by her loving spouse Elizandro, four daughters, Emma Jean Lawdermilk of San Angelo, Norma Trujillo of Harlingen, Yolanda Trujillo of Houston, Gloria (Lee) Benson of Yakutat, AK; 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, brother, Claro Lara of Glendale, AZ; two sisters, Barbara Jaramillo of Silver City, NM, Polly (Raul) Payan of Parker, CO. and a brother, Joe Lara of Bayard, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents and five brothers and one sister.

Rosary will be 7:00pm Wednesday August 31, 2016 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00am Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Ryan Rojo, officiating. Burial will take place in the Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Sam Harvey, 85, of San Angelo, passed away on August 27, 2016 at a local hospital.

Visitation will be held from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be at 10:00am on Wednesday, August 31,2016 at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Lane Landers, officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Sam was born on April 5, 1931 to Dave and Minnie (Heffington) Harvey in Knickerbocker. He graduated high school from San Angelo High School in the class of '49. Sam married Dorothy Scott on September 10, 1951 in Brownwood. He worked as a material analyst for the Texas Highway Dept for 33 years before retiring in 1986. He was a member of Bentwood Country Club since 1980, where he enjoyed playing golf and feeding the ducks and deer on the club grounds.

He was preceded in death by Father, Dave Harvey, Sr., Mother, Minnie Harvey, Sister, Verta Mea Scott, Sister, Ida Lee Alexander and Brother, David Harvey, Jr.

Sam is survived by his loving spouse of (64 years) Dorothy, Son, Kenneth Harvey of San Angelo, Two Daughters, D' Ann Freeman of San Angelo, Jenetha Moran of Plano, Sister, Winnie Rouse of Karnack, TX; Four Granddaughters, Kasandra Kirchman of Devine, TX, Mandi Moran of Plano, TX, Caitlin Moran of Frisco, TX, Madisyn Harvey-Duerksen of Parker, AZ; Two Grandsons, Lane Landers of San Angelo, Brent Emler of Brooklyn, NY; Four Great-granddaughters, Hayley Esensee of San Angelo, Emily Milillo of Brooklyn, NY, Joscelyn Dickey of San Angelo, Fallon Landers of San Angelo, Great-grandson, Garrett Helcl of Waco, great-great-grandson, Jace Esensee of San Angelo.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and aides of Shannon Four South Nurses Station along with Dr. Charles Jones for all the loving care they showed Sam.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Alzheimer's Association, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400
McLean, VA 22102, or the Meals for the Elderly, 310 E. Houston Harte, San Angelo, TX 76903 or the charity of your choice.

James “Jim” Linton Neal, Sr., 72, of Waxahachie, Texas (formerly of San Angelo), passed away on August 26, 2016 in Midlothian, Texas after a long illness.

Visitation will be from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 and funeral services will be held at 1pm on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Robert Massie Funeral Home located at 402 Rio Concho Drive, San Angelo, Texas. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo.

Jim was born in Belton, Texas to J. W. Neal and Dorothy Newberry Neal on January 3, 1944. He graduated from San Angelo Central High School and soon after, married Gloria Allison on July 20, 1963 in San Angelo, Texas. He worked at Jim Bass Ford in San Angelo for over 34 years, where he retired as the Parts Department Manager and Director. Jim was an avid drag racing fan and loved to RV camp with Gloria and their dogs over the years.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Gloria of Waxahachie, Texas, his daughter Cheryl Weadon, her husband Greg and grandchildren, Justice and Ariby of Midlothian, Texas.

Jim is preceded in death by his son James “Jimmy” L. Neal, Jr., his father J.W. Neal, his mother Dorothy McAlexander and his step father Dr. Edward J. McAlexander.

Memorials may be donated in Jim’s name to Family First Hospice located at 109 S.W. Main St. Ennis, Texas 75119.

Jim’s family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the Midlothian Health Care Center, Family First Hospice, Midlothian and Robert Massie Funeral Homes and the First United Methodist Church of Midlothian for their care and support.

Bill Sims was born on January 27, 1932 and grew up in Paint Rock, Texas. He had two older brothers and one older sister. His dad died when he was one year old, and he “might” have been a tiny bit spoiled. He also might have also been a bit on the wild side in his youth, but to hear him tell it, his older siblings blamed all their escapades on him! He met Dorothy Sue Lowe of Sterling City, and there was no one else fit for him after that. They married on January 28, 1955, and were married 61 years. Sue said there was never a man as hardheaded as Bill when he set his mind to it. Imagine that!

After graduating from Texas Tech University (where it took him a few years to master freshman English), Bill went to work for the Texas Agricultural Extension Service as Assistant County Agent for Howard County. Both of their children were born there. After a year or so, he became County Agent for Irion County, and the family moved to Mertzon. He was known for his happy demeanor, whistling and singing as he arrived at the Courthouse. Soon his co-workers figured Bill was fair game for an occasional joke, one of the best of which was putting a live rattlesnake in his pickup as he was showing some big-wigs around town. The harder he tried to get in the truck, the faster they were trying to get out! His “friends” were across the street in a shop rolling in the aisles! His stories are legion in Mertzon, where sometimes his friends got him, and sometimes it was the other way around!

Bill went on to work as executive secretary for Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers’ Association in June of 1966. As before, the job was an immediate fit for him and those who worked with him. He was a sheep man to the core, and he had a good relationship with everyone. His secretary said he used to drive her crazy checking everything she did, as they had the same personality. If a task was either of their responsibilities, they were going to make sure it was done right! She finally sat him down and explained that she would go over every minute detail if he would just let her do her job! He worked for TSGRA for nearly 30 years.

Bill was all about inclusion, and he made it clear from the very beginning. If people weren’t willing to work together, he wasn’t interested in working with them. He brought that spirit of cooperation with him to Austin when he was elected State Senator in 1982. During his tenure he represented fifty-seven and a half Texas Counties. He is the only State Senator to have represented that many counties. It is said that he was the best Republican Democrat they ever had! He ran and won on the Democratic ticket, and he didn’t have much use for those who changed horses mid-stream just to get elected. He said, “I believe I will just dance with the one who brung me!” Conservative to the core, he voted his conscience regardless of whether it was “politically correct” or toed the party line.

In 1995, Bill suffered a major stroke, and many thought he would not make it. Those who knew him well knew that he had both hands and feet on Death’s Door and wasn’t about to go through. Sure enough, just like when he was stricken with polio as a youth, he worked his way back to health and did not retire until 1997. He wasn’t spry as he once was, and he couldn’t do what he used to do, but he could still do what he had always done best, to love his family and friends with his whole heart.

Bill died peacefully in his home on August 29, 2016. His parents Benjamin Victor and Ellen Hartgrove Sims, brother Dunlap Sims, and grandson Wills Setzler preceded him.

Bill is survived by his wife Sue of San Angelo, son Billy and wife Danell, Paint Rock, and daughter Sue Ann, Paint Rock; grandchildren Meredith Powell and Clay, Camilla, Ga.; Jacob Sims and Chelsea, Abilene; Abigail Young and James, Trophy Club; Bailey Strouhal and Brian, Midland; and Giles Setzler, Brownwood; great-grandchildren Landry, Larson and Wyatt Powell and Wills Young; brother Ben Sims and Sue, and sister Kay Campbell and Fred, all of Paint Rock. Along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

A special heartfelt gratitude goes out to those who have lovingly cared for Bill these past years and months: Roy, Lupe, Alma, Emily, Pamela, Rolando, Rachel, Athena, and Amy.

Burial will be held Thursday, September 1, 2016, at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin at 2:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 2, 2016, at San Angelo First United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m. Donations may be made to Hospice of San Angelo or a favorite charity.

Some people leave little footprints and some leave big ones. Bill Sims left big footprints and a vast horde of family and friends who loved him. One young friend said, “the Lord blessed us with his presence for a very long time, and it is sad to hear he is gone.” Yes, it is sad, but we all know where Bill was headed and that was to his Heavenly Home and those he loved there.
 

Willard Ray Goetz, 74, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 28, 2016 in San Angelo surrounded by his loving family. Willard was born October 6, 1941 in San Angelo to Emil and Annie Schacherl Goetz. He grew up San Angelo graduating from Central High School. Willard married Shirley Walker on April 1, 1961 and they shared 55 wonderful years together. Willard devoted his life to his community as an officer in the San Angelo Police Department for 32 years. He remained passionate about police work and achieved the rank of Lieutenant before retiring in 1996. His greatest passions were spending time with his family and dedicating time to his church home, Trinity Fellowship Church. He also enjoyed the great outdoors, fishing, animals and painting. Especially painting outdoor scenes. There was never a person prouder of his family and his police work than Willard. Above all, he was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather and great grandfather and his love and legacy will remain in our hearts forever! Willard was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Goetz, of San Angelo; his Son, Larry R. Goetz, of San Angelo; his Daughter, Tamra Goetz, of San Angelo; his Grandchildren, Alana Roeder, of San Angelo, Shawna Turner, of San Angelo, Mason R. Goetz, of San Angelo and Maddie Goetz, of San Angelo; his Great Grandchildren, Kaylee Goetz and Kade Goetz, both of San Angelo; his Daughter-in-law, Lisa Goetz, of San Angelo; his Brother, Donnie Goetz and his wife Georgia, of San Angelo; his sister, Linda Hunt, of Eldorado; and numerous nieces and nephews, other family members and close friends who he dearly loved. The Funeral Service will be 10:45 A.M., Thursday, September 1, 2016 at Trinity Fellowship Church with Rev. Ron Miller and Rev. Randy Levens officiating. The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks and appreciation to the “Angels” at Hospice of San Angelo, Veronica, Amber and Ray for all of the loving care given to Willard. The family would also like to extend their sincerest appreciation to their church home, Trinity Fellowship Church for all of the many blessings bestowed on them during this time.