Frank Efrain Hernandez 63, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2017. 
Frank was born May 25, 1953 to Macario and Celia Hernandez in Harligen, Texas. The family moved to San Angelo where Frank attended Central High School and later attended and graduated from Angelo State University. He graduated from the University of Houston with a Doctor of Juris Prudence in December of 1981 and later attended Universada PanAmericana De Derecho Law School in Mexico City, Mexico. 
For over 25 years Frank worked together with his brother Joe Hernandez at Hernandez and Associates Law Firm. He was a constitutional scholar who fiercely fought for all the rights of individuals. When he came to defending clients no one could top his writing and research skills. His brother Joe Hernandez relied on Frank and his legal opinions as he would come up with answers to legal questions better than anyone.
He strived to be kind to others, was giving and generous. Frank would literally take the shirt off his back to give to a needy person. He was a devoted catholic who attended and was a member of St. Mary’s Church as he had attended together with his siblings the St. Mary’s Catholic School until its closing. 
Frank was passionate with his hobbies which included car racing, race horses and collecting custom motorcycles. He loved working side by side with his wife, Monette and volunteering his time during the Southside Lions Club Cinco De Mayo Carshow. There was so much excitement in seeing what the people who participated had to bring and he loved the work the individuals put into their cars, motorcycles and/or bicycles. If he could give an award to everyone he would. But Frank’s main passion was the Law. Frank loved teaching the law and his best pupil was Laura Ortiz, he would go over whatever case they were working on making sure that she understood and was able to give him the right answers when he would test her. 
He will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. Frank is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 38 years, Monette Molinar, his parents Macario and Celia Hernandez, his in-laws Raul and Delma Molinar. His brothers Joe Hernandez and wife, Sylvia, and Mike Hernandez of San Angelo and sister Blanca Hernandez of New Braunfels, brother-in-laws, Mike Molinar of Pecos and Rene Molinar and wife Belinda of Odessa. Nephews David Joseph Romero, Michael Hernandez and Quincey Molinar, and niece Blanca “Kiki” Hernandez, Crisha Molinar, DeeDee Molinar and Brittany Molinar and great-niece, Nevaeh Dehoyos and Aubrey Molinar and great nephew Lane Zapien and Zavien Marquez and his beloved cat Sparky. 
Pallbearers for the service will be Aleido Machado, Rene Molinar, Mike Molinar, Cleto Reyes, Joaquin Cervantes, Armando Cedillo, Hector Martinez and J.A. “Freddy” Ontiveros and Honorary Pallbearers are Dr. Alex Val Verde, Thomas Quintela, Tony Picon, Wendell Bowie, David Winston, Hector Nunez and Bob Salas. The Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, January 26, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Fr. Joey Faylona officiating. The burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Danna Joy Wilhelm 40, passed away January 21, 2017 in Wellington, Texas.
Danna was born to Danny and Becky Wilhelm on September 7, 1976 in Muenster, TX. She would go on to graduate from Hart High School in Hart, Texas. Danna moved to San Angelo to attend Angelo State University. After college she went into banking here in San Angelo at First Community Federal Credit Union then moved to Waco as a branch manager of a Compass Bank. Danna moved back to San Angelo to be closer to family and worked at Lufkin Oil. 
Danna is survived by her parents Danny and Becky Wilhelm, Brother Jayson and wife Brandi Wilhelm, Niece Landry Wilhelm, and Uncle Larry Wilhelm and wife Hope. 
A Visitation will be held at Harper Funeral Home Wednesday, January 25 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Harper Funeral Home Thursday, January 26 at 10:30 AM. The Burial will take place at Imperial Cemetery in Imperial, TX Friday, January 27 at 1:00 PM.

Dr. Larry Jack Stout, beloved brother, uncle, researcher, and lifelong educator went to be with the Lord on the morning of January 16th in Thibodaux, Louisiana. He was 70 years old.
Born October 15, 1946, in San Angelo, Texas, Larry grew up the third of four rambunctious brothers all of whom remained close throughout his life. Larry’s mother always promoted reading and education with her sons. None took this more to heart than Larry. An avid reader, Larry always encouraged those aroundhim to continue learning. His annual Christmas gifts to nieces and nephews was always a book chosen just for them, either because he knew they would enjoy it or because it aptly applied to that phase of their lives. Loved by his extended family, Larry always made time to visit San Angelo during Christmas and summer breaks. His antics, wit and love will be sorely missed by his family.
After graduating from San Angelo Central High School in 1965, he attended college at Texas A&M where he earned a B.S. in Psychology in 1969. Larry loved the Aggies and was always grateful to the Texas A&M Mothers Club whose scholarship afforded him the opportunity for a great education. He earned a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Houston in 1977, while working three jobs!
Larry was a long-time faculty member at Nicholls State University. A licensed psychologist, Larry joined the Nicholls College of Education faculty in 1988 as an assistant professor of psychology and was promoted to associate professor in 1994. Last week, faculty and students held a memorial for Dr. Stout. One student said, “What I remember most about Dr. Stout were his Friday classes. Fridays were always a special occasion. ‘Coach’s Friday’ (as referred to by Larry) meant he wore his signature khaki shorts, whistle, and a loud Hawaiian shirt. The loudness of the Hawaiian shirt correlated with how well we had performed on our last test, the louder the better. Thank you, Dr. Stout for teaching us not to take life too seriously.”
A true academician, Larry was passionate about school psychology, technology and K-12 learning. He partnered with colleagues across Louisiana to initiate the Educational Leadership Technology concentration for school psychologists.
Always an advocate for the marginalized, Larry devoted much of his career to diagnosing and developing treatment plans for emotionally disturbed or autistic children. He published numerous papers on school psychology, math based interventions, student evaluations and student-teacher interactions.
Larry frequently donated his own financial resources to send students to professional conferences or to help others in need. He was always quick to laugh and joke with his co-workers and students. His 30 years at Nicholls State University left a large footprint, one that will not soon be forgotten.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents Mattibel and Jesse Stout of San Angelo, TX. Survivors include Brigitte and Jesse R. Stout of San Angelo, Bill Stout of Stonewall, TX and Julia and Randy Stout of San Angelo, nephew William Stout (Ashley of Midlothian, TX, niece Vanessa Stout of Houston, nephew Randy Stout of San Angelo, nephew Hank Stout (Marit) of Houston, and niece Angela Curley (Adam) of Houston, great nephews and nieces Tyler and Jessica Stout of Midlothian, and Rufus Henry and Annie Laurie Stout of Houston.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 27th, 2017 at 2:00 pm at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be sent to local Texas A&M Mothers Club, Treasurer, P.O. Box 62314, San Angelo, Texas 76906.

On Friday January 20, 2017, God put in a call for a master auto mechanic. William Earl Rucker answered that call at 10:45 am. William (Bill) Earl Rucker was born on June 19, 1922 in Camp Springs, Texas to Eunice and Chester Rucker. He joined the Civilian Conservation Corps (C.C.C. camp) when he was 17 to help out with family expenses. In 1942 he joined the Army in Snyder, TX. He did his basic training in Louisiana and Oklahoma where he was a member of the 173rd Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Battalion. In 1943, the 2nd Battalion was renamed the 985th Field Artillery Battalion. William Rucker drove a high speed M4 tractor, pulling a 155 mm Howitzer. The battalion left from New York headed for North Africa in 1943. Corporal Rucker pulled that "long tom" cannon in North Africa and later in southern Italy. He spent the rest of WW II pushing the Germans out of Italy until they surrendered in 1945. He was awarded several medals, made many friends and had many great adventures while serving his country as a young solider during World War II. After Bill was discharged from Ft. Bliss, El Paso, Texas, he came to San Angelo to visit his parents. While here he met his sweet wife, Glena and found a job with the construction crew building the O. C. Fisher Dam. He was a mechanic for Gandy's Dairies before he retired as a mechanic for Goodyear Proving Grounds. Bill and Glena joined Immanuel Baptist Church in 1958 and remained faithful members until God called them home. Glena preceded Bill in death one month before their 60th wedding anniversary in 2008. He was also preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, two sister-in-laws and their daughter, Mary Rucker Groves. Bill is survived by his daughter, Jo Ann Flanary and husband Robert, his son-in-law Chuck Groves and wife Yvonne, sister Bennie Harris and husband Laurence. He also leaves to cherish his memory, grandchildren: Tonia Anderson and husband William, Scott Dillon and wife Stephanie, Jessica Coder and husband Joe, Jennifer Groves, Amy Norris and Sean Flanary, great grandchildren: Blake Rushing, Lauren Rushing, Lexi Anderson, Hunter Dillon, Gage Dillon, Madison Norris, and Sawyer Coder, and several nieces and nephews and their families. Visitation will be at Johnson's Funeral Home on Monday, January 23, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be at Immanuel Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Pastor Tommy Richardson will officiate. Bill will be interred with full Military Honors in Four Gospels Garden at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens in San Angelo, TX. The family requests memorials be made to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers. 

Troy Wayne Edes passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior on January 15, 2017 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Mr. Edes was predeceased by his father, Alvin and his mother, Jewel. He is survived by his precious wife, Bonnie, of the home, a daughter and son-in-law, Julie Mayfield and Steve Mayfield of San Angelo, and a son and daughter-in-law, Anthony Edes and Barbara Edes of Richardson. Also left to cherish his memory are three grandchildren: Cassidy Mayfield, Andrew Mayfield and Molly Edes.

Mr. Edes lived a full and wonderful life for 70 years. Born in September 1946 in Muenster, Texas, he grew up in the Montague and Cooke county area. He loved to hunt and fish and had many childhood adventures on his grandparents’ farm near Dye Mound, Texas. Raised in the Lord’s presence, Troy preached at many area congregations as a young man. He had a heart for the Lord and reaching the lost with God’s word. In January 1967 Troy married the love of his life, Bonnie Morris, in Henrietta, Texas.

Troy began his career in education after he graduated from North Texas University in 1969. His first three years were spent teaching high school math in Saint Jo, Texas. He then spent the next 25 years teaching high school math, computers and drafting in Lindsay, Texas. He was a positive role model and influence on countless individuals from the region who still speak fondly of Mr. Edes and love to tell stories of his antics.

After retiring from teaching, Mr. Edes devoted more time to Christ’s Ambassadors trying to reach more people with the word of God. He fully developed his interest in wood working and jewelry making, going to a variety of rock shows and making new friends along the way. He blended different interests from his youth: hunting for arrow heads and nature as he enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He also enjoyed painting and as he slowed down in the last few years, he would spend time watching Bob Ross Painting technique and then painting with his grandchildren.

Mr. Edes will be missed by family, friends, cousins, and his church family at the Christoval Church of Christ. 

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 1:00pm at The Christoval Church of Christ in Christoval, Texas, with Minister David Lusk officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to St. Gabriel's Hospice & Palliative Care, 3157 Executive Dr. San Angelo, TX 76904

Walter "Walt" Wilson Britton, 80, of San Angelo, TX, went to be with the Lord on January
14, 2017, from a short illness.
The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on January 18, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home
Chapel. Brother Brad Winchester of Grape Creek Baptist Church will be officiating.
Visitation will be held at 6-8 p.m. on January 17, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. Burial
will be 9:30 A.M., Friday, January 20, 2017 at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas, TX. Funeralarrangements are being handled by Harper Funeral Home.
Walt was born in Rotan, TX on October 23, 1936 to Grace Ellen Summers and Wiley
Ogden Britton. He graduated from Kline High School in Houston, TX and continued on to
Eastfield College where he took management courses and referred to it as the "high
school with ashtrays".
Walt was married to Doris Evelyn Fannin on May 6, 1960; they were married 56 years and
was blessed with two children.
Walt worked as a plant operator for Enron Gas Company for 25 years and then worked for
Enterprise Rental Cars and Sam's Club for 10 years until the age of 78. His greatest
achievement was retiring from the Texas National Guard after 30 + years of military
service. He was an avid fan of Fox News and politics; he also enjoyed skating, dancing,
and coaching soccer when the kids were younger and spending time with his
grandchildren and great grandchildren when he was older.
Walt is survived by his wife, Doris of San Angelo, sister, Dorothy Glynetta Callan of Rotan,
TX, daughter Karen and Buddy Maples of Mesquite, TX, son John Scott and Carollee
Britton of Midland, TX, grandsons Brandon and Anna Harris of Hawley,TX, Christopher and
Serena Harris of Little Elm, TX, Austin and Victoria Britton of Austin, TX, and Baylee Britton
of Midland, TX, granddaughters Jessica Harris of Midland, TX, Lyndi and Jason Lewis of
Midland, TX, Ashley and Timothy Umstot of Chesapeake, VA, great grandchildren, Jordan
and Brystin Harris, Navaida, Reese, and Lillie Harris, Jonathan and Sterling Murphy, and
one on the way, Brantley Umstot, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins and friends.
Walt is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Jeannetta Britton, and
granddaughter Tatum Layne Britton.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Hospice of San Angelo, PO Box 471,
San Angelo, TX 76902. The family of Walt Britton wishes to thank Hospice of San Angelo
staff, and a special thank you to Nora, Susan, Nancy, Oscar, Ann, Celina, Mary, and
Barbara at Regency House Nursing Home.

Patsy Ruth Thornton Landgraf was born to Buck Thornton and Gladys Barrett Thornton on September 18,1932 in Miles Texas. She graduated from Miles High School in 1950. She married Arnold Landgraf on January 4, 1951 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miles Texas. They celebrated 64 years of marriage together. Patsy was a stay at home mom and was active in her two daughters schools, Brownies and Girl Scouts. Patsy was always supportive of her granddaughters as well; never missing a sporting event, choirconcert or dance recital. "Granny" always made sure everyone was taken care of and had plenty to eat. Patsy was fun and always welcomed her daughter's friends over. Her funny phrases were titled "Patsy Ruthisms". Patsy was a devoted wife, daughter, Momma and Granny. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, sister Charlene, and brother Buck. She is survived by her two daughters; Jan Landgraf, Judy (David) Olness, granddaughters; Julie (Blake) Scandolari, Taylor Olness, Whitney Olness and Macy Olness. She is also survived by a great granddaughter Paislee Grace Scandolari. The Funeral Service will be 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Paul Zwarich officiating. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be David Olness, Blake Scandolari, Travis Brown, Max Landgraf, Gary Landgraf, and Steve Olness. Special thanks to the caring staff of The Springs Memory Care Center and Angela Lassetter and Cynthia Montemayor with Kindred Hospice for their compassionate care of our mom. Also special thanks to her devoted caregivers Paulina Chambers, Jazmin Ramirez, Lucy Barley and Lolly Torres. The family requests donations be made to Give To The Cure - http://curealz.org
We love you Momma and Granny!
A Mother's love is something 
that no one can explain, 
It is made of deep devotion 
and of sacrifice and pain, 
It is endless and unselfish 
and enduring come what may 
For nothing can destroy it 
or take that love away . . . 
It is patient and forgiving 
when all others are forsaking, 
And it never fails or falters 
even though the heart is breaking . . . 
It believes beyond believing 
when the world around condemns, 
And it glows with all the beauty 
of the rarest, brightest gems . . . 
It is far beyond defining, 
it defies all explanation, 
And it still remains a secret 
like the mysteries of creation . . . 
A many splendoured miracle 
man cannot understand 
And another wondrous evidence 
of God's tender guiding hand.
by Helen Steiner Riceg

Diane Gilbert Warnick, 62, of San Angelo went to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 in San Angelo surrounded by her loving family. Diane grew up in San Angelo and graduated from Central High School. Diane married her high school sweetheart Thomas Brownlee and they shared two beautiful children, Nicole and Matthew. Though they divorced, she and Thomas raised their children and remained close friends throughout her lifetime. She became a secretary for several businesses before settling at Gerald Ratliff Law Firm in San Angelo where she worked for 18 years until her death. Diane was a loving, giving and caring mother and grandmother who adored her family. She loved spending time with them, especially her grandchildren. Her family was her world. Diane was the true matriarch of her family. She was strong and firm when necessary, and loving and giving when needed. She loved a challenge and enjoyed challenging others, and keeping them “on their toes,” so to speak. She loved sarcastic humor and was a playful jokester as well. In her spare time, she enjoyed the outdoors, planting, camping and fishing. Most of all, she loved her family with all her heart. Getting together during the holidays, birthdays or otherwise, cooking her amazing recipes for them was something she held very dear. Those memories will be cherished by all who knew her and she will live on in our hearts forever!
Diane was preceded in death by her Mother and Step Father Betty and Norman Courage, and her father Johnny Vaughn Gilbert. She is survived by her daughter, Nicole B. Vallandingham and husband Jay, of San Angelo; her son, Matthew Brownlee, and wife Carly, of Bushkill, PA; her grandchildren, Chase Miller, of Tyler, TX, Lexi Vallandingham, of San Angelo, Logan Brownlee and Hennleigh Brownlee, both of Bushkill, PA; three brothers, Britt Gilbert and his wife Teresa, of San Angelo, Terrell Gilbert and his wife Donna, of Plano, TX, and Butch Evans and his wife Cathy, of Snyder, TX; her sister Susie Leavitt and her husband Mark, of Arkansas; and numerous nieces, nephews and close friends she considered family.
The funeral service will be 1:00 P.M., Friday, January 13, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home with Rev. J.T. Tucker officiating. 
The family requests that donations be made to Hospice of San Angelo.

Jerry Stokes 82, of Mertzon died Tuesday January 10, 2017 in a local hospital after battling cancer.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday January 14, at the First Christian Church in San Angelo with Rev Bunn Jackson officiating. 
Mr. Stokes was born November 13, 1934 to Zepha and Lillie Mae Hunt Stokes in Lone Oak Texas. He and Charlene Brown were married February 9, 1985 in San Angelo. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mertzon, Texas.
Jerry began his career with Armour and Company at the Ft. Worth Stockyards at the age of eighteen years old. He was an exceptional salesman and was promoted to sales manager in West Texas. In 1960, he opened Handy Meat and Provisions, a local butcher shop, serving restaurants and grocery stores in the San Angelo area. That butcher shop would eventually grow into the widely known Handy Packing Co. located on North Bell Street in San Angelo which he owned and operated until 1990. He later became a salesman for PAK Quality Foods where he continued working until his death on Tuesday. Jerry was also involved in ranching, that included operating the Tweedy Ranch for many years. Jerry served his community as Chairman of Board of the West Texas Boys Ranch and the meat industry as President of Southwest Meat Association. Cooking was something he enjoyed greatly. He and Charlene were a part of the Hoolihan for a number of years.
Survivors include his wife Charlene Stokes of Mertzon, two sons, Terry Stokes and wife Beverley of San Angelo, Gary Stokes and wife Patty of Wall, two daughters, Ann Cude and husband Jonathon of Irving, Cindi Brazeale and husband David of Granbury, a brother Robert Stokes of Lone Oak, a sister Jean Bilson of Plano, grandchildren Whitney Finke and husband Joe, Ryan Stokes, Kasey Engdahl and husband Clay, Ashlyn Stokes, Chris Cude, Jon Michael Cude and wife Sydney, Lauren Brazeale, Courtney Brazeale, Jayton Garcia and wife Audrey, Jenae Garcia Portillo and husband Martin, Jayson Garcia, and nine great grandchildren.

Barbara Ann Johnson 87, of San Angelo died Friday January 6, 2017 in a local care center. A Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home. The Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday in Fairmount Cemetery with Rev. Bobby Rogers officiating. 
Mrs. Johnson was born January 19, 1929 in San Saba to Joe Harvey and Letha Watkins. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Clyde Alton Johnson and a great granddaughter Marissa Kimbri-Leigh Honea. 
Survivors include her daughter LeeAnn Conrad of San Angelo, two brothers Homer Hilliard of Sonora, Jack Chastain of San Saba, her sister Mary Main of Rochelle, her grandson Cody Lynn Honea of Abilene, two great grandchildren Colby Lane Honea, and Shelby Ann Honea.