Mark Steven Brown passed from our earthly home into our Lord’s arms Oct. 26, 2016, while setting up for a training class that he loved to do. Mark was a very devoted Christian husband, father, brother, friend, pilot and teacher. He was born in Lubbock, Texas, Sept. 18, 1954, to Elizabeth (Betty) and Robert (Bob) Brown. He enjoyed going back in August to find places where he was born, lived as an infant and managed a drive-in movie theater after college graduation.

Mark was a member of the San Angelo First Assembly of God Church on Edmund Boulevard. He taught JAMS classes (Jesus and me) to children ages four to six years old for many years. He was thrilled when the children accepted Jesus as their savior. It also excited him when the children got older and gave him hugs and told him what was going on in their lives. 

Continuing education was Marks passion. He was a Central High School graduate class of 1973. Where he was one day short of 12 years perfect attendance. He was also Angelo State University BBA graduate 1977 and a BBA Finance in 1979. He enjoyed college life as a Delta Sig Fraternity member. He later received his series 7 license for stocks and bonds broker and insurance licenses. He also followed in his brother’s footsteps working in high school in the movie theater business from security to management roles of the Texas, Sherwood Way, Village, and drive inn movie theaters in San Angelo and Lubbock. His passion was teaching and later in his life he taught TABC (Texas Alcohol Beverage Commission) training courses, First Aid/CPR courses, and CHL (Concealed Handgun Classes) in our Practical Training School on Howard Street. He saved many lives and wanted to be a positive person for our community.

As a person with a generous heart to his fellow man and to the San Angelo Community he was honored to have more than 15 years of perfect attendance with the San Angelo Westside Rotary Club, where he worked to become president. He later volunteered as a Lion and was a charter member of the Concho Valley Law Enforcement Lions Club in 2011 and also the Eastside Lions Club. He served as District 2-A1 Alert Chairman for several years. Mark and his wife were honored with a Lions International Presidential Award in 2012 in the district winter conference. He served on the Eastside Lions Club board until his passing.

A devoted family man, Mark is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, whom he called his “bride”, Carole Anne Cavallero-Brown; precious step-children, Said Lee Pierce-Brown, that he raised from a year old, the light of his world, of Manassas, Virginia, Heidi Lucia Sadie Garza-Bunkua and husband Tom; and their two sons Kenneth and Kyle of Stone Ridge, Virginia, Michele Rene Garza- Burgman and husband Isaac and their daughter Gabriella and son Isaiah of Stone Ridge, Virginia, Victoria Lee Garza-Hobgood and husband Ben and their two sons Nicholas and Ryan of Sterling, Virginia and Robert Molina and wife Juliette of Dallas. He is also survived by his brothers, Daniel Brown and wife Anita and their children Audress, Lisa, and Phillip of San Angel and Paul Brown and wife Ginger of San Angelo and children Sarah Brown-Brewer and husband Josh, Jeremy and wife Laura, and Justin Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins from Indiana, Illinois and Nevada who he enjoyed pulling pranks with.

As a long time, teacher, his wishes were to continue giving and teaching and did this in life as well as death. He chose to donate his corneas to the San Angelo Lions Eye Bank and his body to the Texas Tech Willed Body Program for teaching and research.

The family would like to thank Shannon Cardiologist Dr. Samia Benslimane, and Community Cardiologist Dr. Michael Blanc and his Shannon diabetic Dr. Chadi Richeh for giving Mark quality care throughout his years.

In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to San Angelo Lions Eye Bank or San Angelo Lions Charities.
Honorary pallbearers: Mark Lowery, Kenny Gully, Jerry Kasner, Robert Routt, Hollis Farris, Sterling Blackmond, Colgate Spinks, Julio Saldana, and Kerry Armisted. Each of these men were life-long friends and had a special place in Mark’s heart.

Memorial service is at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016, at San Angelo First Assembly of God on Edmund Boulevard with
the Reverend Landon Henry officiating. Arrangements are by Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Our sweet little angel and princess Elisa Nevaeh Garcia went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 in San Angelo surrounded by her loving family. Elisa was born July 6, 2014 in San Angelo, Texas to Abel and Lupe Garcia. A true miracle at birth she was a fighter from the day she was born and defied all the odds. She was the pillar of courage and strength and the light of her mother’s life and Daddy’s “Baby.” She will remain in our hearts forever! Elisa was preceded in death by her Grandfathers, Baldo Martinez, II and Paul Garcia. She is survived by her parents Abel and Lupe Garcia, grandparents James and Ruth C. Rupp of San Angelo, Tx and Lupe Martinez of Olton, Tx. She is also survived by her sisters, Paula Nadine Garcia, Jessica Lynn Garcia, Annabel Marie Garcia, Rebecca Grace Garcia, Adriana Michelle Garcia and one brother, David Jonas Garcia, all of San Angelo. Along with numerous Aunts, Uncles and other family members. The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Thursday, October 27, 2016 at Church of Pentecost, 2028 Edmund Blvd., in San Angelo. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, October 28, 2016 at the Church of Pentecost in San Angelo with Rev. John Howard officiating. Interment will follow at Fairmount Cemetery. The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks and appreciation to the nurses and staff at Hospice of San Angelo for all their loving care and devotion to Elisa since the day she was born. 

Diana Elizabeth Shawn, 99, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 22, 2016, in San Angelo. Diana was born August 20, 1917 in Camden, New Jersey to Anthony and Katherine Bulich. She grew up in Catskill, New York and graduated from Catskill High School. Diana became a loving homemaker and raised three beautiful children, Lorna Roger and David. She devoted her life to her family and while raising her children worked in different professions. In her spare time, Diana loved travelingand seeing shows in New York, decorating her home and making things beautiful, and loved hiking and camping and being outdoors. Most of all, she enjoyed baking. She was an incredible cook and loved to cook for her family and friends. Diana was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Lorna, her son, Roger and 2 Sisters, Mary and Mildred Bulich. She is survived by her Son, David Shawn, of San Angelo; her Grandson, Jeff Flippin, of Round Rock, TX; and her Great Grandchildren, Jeremy Flippin, Haley Flippin and Lilyana Flippin, all of Round Rock, TX. The Graveside service will be 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Belvedere Memorial Park. 
Family and friends may share condolences and sign the online register book at
www.harper-funeralhome.com

Ronald (Ronnie) Dean Strain of San Angelo, TX passed away unexpectedly at the age of 61. Ronnie resided in San Angelo, TX. Ronald passed away during a tragic fishing accident on Friday Oct. 21 2016. He was fishing at Lake Nasworthy, a common favorite past time with his best little fishing buddy and grandson, Braxton Jewell who also passed in the same accident. 
Ronald was born in Lubbock TX, on Jan 1, 1955. He was son to Wylie and Bessie Strain of Slaton, Texas. He was a graduate of Slaton High School. He is survived by his two brothers, Randall (R.C.) and Richard Strain and his sister Gayle strain. Ronald Strain was married to his longtime, high school sweetheart Lyndolyn Mae White. They were married on July 2, 1977. Ronald was enjoying his recent retirement and the living the life of "Grandpa". Ronald is survived by his three children, Dustin Strain and his wife Erin of Denton, TX. Also survived are his 2 daughters, Heather and Ronda Strain of San Angelo. Ronald also has 2 surviving grandchildren Sierra and Canyon Strain (the children of Dustin). Ronald enjoyed and loved his family and friends more than anything else. He lived his life for his children and grandchildren. He had such an amazing heart and was full of love. He lived an honest and fulfilling life, serving as a great mentor and role model to his children and grandchildren, including sweet Braxton. He had a heart that was huge and loved everyone. He was known to many as Papa Strain, Grandpa, friend, pops, Uncle Ronnie, Boss and the terms of endearment go on and on, just as the pain of his tragic loss.
Ronald is preceded in death by his lovely wife Lyndolyn who passed on March 23, 1998. Also, he will be joining his mother and father and several other family members and friends in Heaven.
Services will be held in San Angelo Texas. Visitation will be at Harper Funeral Home on Thursday Oct. 27, 2016 from 6-8 pm. Funeral services will be held at Freedom Fellowship Church, officiated by Senior Pastor, Harold Watkins on Oct. 28, 2016 at 1:00. There will be a graveside service immediately following at Lawnhaven cemetery. For additional information, please contact Harper Funeral Home. 
The family of Ronnie would like to thank the wonderful San Angelo community and all the friends and family for your continued support and prayers of healing during this most tragic time. 
Papa Strain- Loved always and Forever missed!
Family and friends can sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com

Braxton Tobias Jewell Strain of San Angelo, TX passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 4. Braxton resided in San Angelo, TX. He passed away during a tragic fishing accident on Friday Oct. 21, 2016 . He was fishing at Lake Nasworthy, a common favorite past time with his favorite fishing pal, his Grandpa Ronald Strain, who also passed away in the same accident.
Braxton was born in San Angelo TX, on Nov, 1, 2011. He was the first-born son to Ronda Strain of San Angelo, and Jarret Jewell of Bar Harbor ME. He was a little boy with an infectious love for life. He loved spending time with his family from both near and far, sharks, TX rangers, and doing all the other fun things boys do! Braxton is survived by his mother Ronda Strain and his father Jarett Jewell. He is also survived by his grandparents, Camille and Darren Taylor of Bar Harbor Me, and Larry Jewell Jr. of San Angelo. Also, his Aunts Schylar Jewell and Heather Strain. Also, his Uncle Dustin Strain and Erin. The loss of Braxton doesn't stop hurting there. There are so many other members of the family and friends that will forever more mourn the loss of this precious life. 
Services will be held in San Angelo Texas. Visitation will be at Harper Funeral Home on Thursday Oct. 27, 2016 from 6-8 pm. Funeral services will be held at Freedom Fellowship Church, officiated by Senior Pastor, Harold Watkins on Oct. 28, 2016 at 1:00. For additional information, please contact Harper Funeral Home. 
The family of Braxton would like to thank the wonderful San Angelo community and all the friends and family for your continued support and prayers of healing during this most tragic time.

Sondra Jean Power, 78, of San Angelo, passed away on October 20, 2016 at her residence. 

Sondra was born on August 20, 1938 to Albert and May (Allmon) Hilburn in Stephenville, Texas. On July 29, 1956, she married Marvin in Lawton, Oklahoma. She worked as a Deputy County Clerk for Runnels County for many years. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Dean Hilburn and May Pearl Hilburn, Brother, Ronnie Dean Hilburn, Sister, Donna Ann Hilburn and a Daughter, Lisa Deann Power.

Sondra is survived by her loving spouse of 60 years, Marvin, Two Sons, James Hollie Power of San Angelo and Christopher G. Power of Rowena; Two Grandsons, Jarrod D. Power of San Antonio and Evon Ryon Power of Rowena; Five Granddaughters, Andrea Dawn Green of Murfreesboro, TN, Heather Mae Kalubach of Hilton Head Island, SC, Whitney Joyce Knight of Ballinger, Mallory Hazel Cross of Stephenville and Macee Bryce Power of Rowena. 

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel, with Brother Bobby Broyles, officiating under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.
 

Lisa Ann Jennings was born November 13, 1960 in Glasgow, Kentucky to Donald and Ann Woodward. Her family moved to Bowling Green, Kentucky where she attended school and graduated from Warren Central High in 1978. In the fall of that year she attended Florida College in Temple Terrace. While there, she met Boyd Jennings of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and they were married on June 6, 1980. They have three children: Angela, Joshua and Darla. As a family they have resided in Las Cruces NM, Pittsburg, TX, Franklin, KY, Alamogordo, NM, Edna, TX and lastly San Angelo, TX.

Lisa was the wife of a gospel preacher; she supported her husband unfailingly in that work for over 20 years. Together they served in several churches of Christ in New Mexico and Texas. For a time, she was the director of the Las Cruces Arts & Crafts Association. Lisa loved floral design and making dried flower arrangements. She was also active in the antique/resale trade in several cities. But her greatest passion was teaching the children’s Bible class and using her creative talents to bring the lessons alive for the children. 

Lisa is survived by her husband of 36 years, Charles Boyd Jennings of San Angelo, TX, her parents Dr. Donald Reid and Eileen Ann Woodward of Bowling Green, KY, three children: daughter Angela Dawn Karl and husband Hayden of Vanderbilt, TX, son Joshua Boyd Jennings of San Angelo, TX, and daughter Darla Lorene Jennings of Denton, TX, one brother Dr. Mark Reid Woodward and wife Joy of Bowling Green, KY, one granddaughter Briley Alise Karl of Vanderbilt, TX.
 

Marion “Merk” Harris, 80, of San Angelo, passed away Monday October 17, 2016 at his home.

Family visitation will be 6:00pm to 8:00pm Friday October 21, 2016 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held 2:00pm Saturday October 22, 2016 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Brother Randy Bush of Harris Avenue Baptist Church officiating. Arrangements are by Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Merk was born in Lawn, Texas to H B Harris and Ruth (McAnally) Harris on October 22, 1935. He went to school at San Saba, Texas. He married Stella Snyder on February 6, 1978 in San Angelo. He was self-employed as a car stereo installer. He was a member of Harris Avenue Baptist Church. 

Merk is survived by his wife, Stella, children, Dena (Jerry) Alderman of Taylor, TX., Kerry (Cindy) Feathers of Austin, Pamela (Tom) Hahn of San Angelo, Terry Harris of Tennessee, Belinda McLane of Euless, TX, sister, Almetta Beaman of Houston, brother-in-Law, Bill McGinnis of San Angelo, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be given to Harris Avenue Baptist Church.