Jose Alfredo Sarzosa, 54, of San Angelo, passed away on Tuesday September 6, 2016 at a local care center

He was born on April 16, 1962 to Jose and Rosa (Tamez) Sarzosa in San Angelo, TX. Jose worked as a ginner for Westside Gin in Wall, TX. On October 14, 1978 he married Josephine Salas in San Angelo. He was a big fan of westerns.



He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Elizabeth Sarzosa, brother, Armando Guadalupe Sarzosa, Sr., sisters, Cruz Velen Guerrero and Lorie Pilar Govea.


Jose is survived by his loving spouse of 38 years Josephine Sarzosa, daughters, Victoria Carrillo of Grape Creek, Maria (Amanda Ibarra) Valles, Teresa (Ruben) Mendez all of San Angelo, daughter, Francies (Christopher) Mauer of San Antonio sons, Jose Alfredo Sarzosa, Jr., Jose Luis Mata both of San Angelo, grandchildren are Ismael, Stephanie and Lilly Carrillo, Eric Valles Jr. and Gabi Valles, Brandon Mendez, Ruben Mendez Jr., Victoria Mendez, Michelle Mendez, Cameron Sarzosa, Rachael and Mackenzie Mauer, Daniel Mata, brothers, Jose Francisco (Idalia) Sarzosa, Jr. and Adrian Sarzosa all of San Angelo


Viewing will be 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday September 11, 2016 and Monday from 8:00am to 8:00pm with rosary at 7:00pm at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel.

Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00am Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Church with Father Ryan Rojo, officiating. Burial will take place in the Eola Mereta Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Jimmy Crenshaw, 70, went to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, September 11, 2016. Memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Shaffer Funeral Home’s Sherwood Way Chapel. Services are under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home/Sherwood Way.

Jimmy was born in Winters, Texas on June 7, 1946 to Hubert and Helen Crenshaw. He married the love of his life April 14, 1964, they had four sons, Jimmy Jr., Jeffrey, John David and Jason. He owned his own business in Ballinger from 1976 until he retired in 2005.

Jimmy Dale Crenshaw was a resilient, industrious man, who held strongly to his family and his values. He spent his days as a solver of problems, both big and small. He was a dedicated and determined man, with a big heart, who knew what it meant to love, and to protect and build for those he cared about. He was cherished and respected by many. His expressive thoughtfulness will be greatly missed. Having lived so consistently and resourcefully, with passion, he’s instilled in generations a sense of purpose and has inspired a sense of hope in all of us. What we take away from his time here is comfort in the knowledge that, despite whatever challenges we may face in this life, who we fundamentally are won’t change. We will persevere. He has shown us that we can. Thank You Granddad. We love you, Kristin.          

Jim is preceded in death by his father, Hubert, his mother, Helen, a sister, Darlene and a son, John David.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Pam; three sons and their wives, Jimmy Jr. and Kathy, Jeffrey and JoAnn and Jason and Jessica. Jim is survived by nine grandchildren, Heather and Jeremy Vest, Jacob and Eden Crenshaw, Sarah and Jasper Luna, John David, Kristin and Melissa Crenshaw and Drew, Jackson and Jayleigh Crenshaw; four great grandchildren, Austin and Mason Vest, Kayson and Kreed Luna; two sisters and their husbands, Glenda and Bill Graham of Tuscola and Ruth and Billy Green of Winters; several nieces and nephews.

James Richard Lease, 74, of San Angelo, Texas went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 7, 2016.
James was born in Roe, Arkansas on July 25, 1942 to James O. Lease and Orene Walker Lease.
James grew up and attended school in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He enlisted in the Army serving proudly for his country from 1960 to 1965. James then started his forty year career in construction. He became a superintendent in commercial construction and took great pride in his hands on involvement on countless building projects here in the state of Texas and many other states. He was very proud of his last two projects before his retirement. He built a large church where he hoped many people would come to know the Lord. He then extensively remodeled the home where he lived for the last fifteen years of his life.
His most cherished award was being selected Father of the Year of his church. He was nominated by his daughter, Summer Jordan. Summer believed the greatest heritage a Father could leave his children is the knowledge of the Lord. He then became a long time member of Glen Meadows Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Vaughan Lease, his favorite daughter Summer Jordan and her husband Jason Jordan, his favorite son, Kaleb Vaughan Lease and his adored grandson, Nolan Alexander Jordan, all of San Angelo, Texas. He is also survived by his sister Beverly Schweikhard and her husband Bill Schweikhard, and brother Lawrence Lease and one nephew, four nieces and 3 great nephews.
Services will be held on Saturday, September 10th at 2 pm at Harper Funeral Home Chapel located at 2606 Southland Blvd. in San Angelo, Texas; Reverend Mack Roller officiating. Graveside services will be on Monday, September 12th at 3pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Stillwater, Oklahoma; Reverend Norman Richmond officiating. He will be laid to rest next to his parents.
 

Bobby Rountree 82, died September 6, 2016 On the day of his son’s birthday.
Bobby was cared for at his home with the help of Hospice of San Angelo. Pamela Murphy R.N. assisted Maudie to give Bobby the best loving care. Thanks to June Simpson and Shannon McWilliams our two special angels.
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents Carl and Evelyn Rountree his two children Shelia and Bobby J. Rountree.
Mr. Rountree is survived by his wife of 57 years Maudie, Sister-In-Laws Margarette Smith, Linda Parker and many nieces and nephews.
In Lieu of flowers make donations to Hospice of San Angelo, Texas 36 E. Twohig Ave., Suite 1100, San Angelo, TX. 76903; or New Hope Bible Church, 3314 Loop 306 West San Angelo, Texas 76904.
A memorial service will be held at Harper Funeral Home Chapel, Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Bring a special memory note to be read by Scooter McCordy.

Clara Hamlin, 93, of San Angelo, passed away in San Angelo on Friday, September 9, 2016. She was born to the late, Alex A. and Lora Moore Phinney on October 28, 1922 in Mereta, Texas. She married Bill Hamlin on September 29, 1962 in San Angelo. Clara worked for Hemphill Wells for over 10 years and for the San Angelo State School where she was the Recreational Director for over 15 years. After retiring, she continued to serve her clients, volunteering countless hours at the State School, where they called her "Momma Clara". She was a member of the Johnson Street Church of Christ as well as many organizations such as the Order of the Eastern Star Post 826, Community Education, Texas Association for Family, National Home Garden Club and the AARP, to name a few. Clara was a giving, hardworking and loyal lady that will be missed greatly by many. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughters, Linda E. Wilson and Kay Nichols; granddaughter, Lisa; and siblings, Lillie Averitt, Charlie Phinney, and Ace Phinney. 
Survivors include her daughter, Brenda J. Spruce; grandchildren, Connie, Debbie, Dewayne, Randy, Brandy, Stephen, Pete and David; 16 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Billie Phinney; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. 
A time of visitation will be held at Johnson's Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00PM on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, September 16, 2016 at Johnson's Funeral Home with interment to follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Sandra Faz Meza, 56 of San Angelo, TX, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 . Sandra graduated from Fredericksburg High School and received her Associates of Science in Nursing from Angelo State University. She was married to Mr. Jerry Meza on May 19, 2007 . Sandra enjoyed taking care of her household, gardening, and cooking for those she deeply loved. She also enjoyed wood working and sports, especially watching her beloved Dallas Cowboys and San Antonio Spurs. She was an active member of Solid Rock Assembly of God. She was avid supporter of the United States Military, especially the services branches of her husband Jerry; the Marines and Texas Army National Guard. She is survived by her loving husband Jerry Meza; a daughter Araceli (Aaron) Gutierrez of San Antonio, TX; a son Osiel Hernandez II of Plano, TX; a step-son Andrew Meza of Oxnard, California. Sandra adored the lights of her life her precious grandsons, Aiden and Ben. She also leaves to cherish her memories her parents, Rosario Zavala and Rigoberto V. Faz and in laws Jessie and Amelia Meza. Her siblings and their respective spouses will always hold a special place in her heart and will always hold dear the many memories in which they shared during her lifetime. She leaves a host of numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 9, 2016 from 6-8 P.M. at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements will be held at 11:00A.M., Saturday, September 10, 2016 at San Angelo First Assembly of God. Rev. Jehu Hernandez officiating with graveside services immediately following.

Juanita Garza Valadez was born November 25, 1933 in San Angelo to Rito and Carmen Garza. She married Albert Valadez on Oct. 1, 1955 and shared 60 wonderful years together. “My God and my family has always come first in my life.” 

Rosary will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Juanita is survived by her husband Albert; her children Jessica Ramirez and husband Zeke, Albert Valadez and wife Lulu, and Marty Valadez and wife Alice; and eight grandchildren; Jennifer Ramirez, Adrian Valadez, Victoria Valadez, Mara Valadez, Christiana Valadez, Diego Valadez, Carlo Valadez and Victor Valadez. She is also survived by sister Lena Chavarria, nieces and nephews, and a host of friends and loved ones.

Juanita would like to thank all her caregivers: Dr. Granaghan and staff, Dr. Ray Cheruku Jr., Dr. Dennis J. Rousseau, Dr. Michael Piesman from San Antonio, Dr. James Studt, and all who added to her comfort.

Thanks to everyone for their prayers, cards, visits, flowers, and food; and to all her friends whom she loves so much. 

“A beautiful life that came to an end, 
she dies as she lived, everyone’s friend.
In our hearts a memory,
will always be kept, of one we
loved and will never forget.” 

May God bless each and every one. Love you.

Sophia Arredondo Martinez, 82, of San Angelo, went to be with the Lord on Monday September 5, 2016 surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was born on January 1, 1934 to Manuel and Tiodora (Perez) Arredondo in Karnes City, TX. Sophia was a homemaker. She loved to spend time at the Sunday get together's with her family. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. 

Sophia is survived by her son, Carlos (Cuca) Martinez of Kissimmee, FL; four daughters, Lilly (Tony) Andros, Gloria (David) Juarez, Janie Rojas and Mary Liz Martinez, special granddaughter; Stephanie (Will) McLane all of San Angelo; two sisters, Janie Hinojosa of Austin, Olivia (Cesar) De La Rosa of San Angelo; two brothers, Marino (Ester) Arredondo, Benny Arredondo both of San Antonio; 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Pedro Martinez, sisters, Flora Arredondo and Anita Hinojosa, brothers, Pablo and Jinio Arredondo.

Viewing will be 10:00am on Thursday September 8, 2016 with funeral services held at 7:00pm at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel, with Dr. Timothy Davenport-Herbst, pastor of St. Paul Presbyterian Church, officiating.

Special thanks to Hospice of San Angelo, TLC in home care for the love shown to Sophia and our family and to her many good friends at Rio Concho Manor.