Troy Truman Stanford, 98 of San Angelo, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016 in a local care center. Graveside service will be 2 PM Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Pastor Gary Karschner officiating. Services are with Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Troy was born on November 25, 1917 to William and Matilda (Jackson) Stanford in Erath County. On December 31, 1938 he married Laura Burden in Brownwood. Troy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and by his wife Laura "Allyene" Stanford in 2003.

Troy is survived by: daughter Judy Ransbarger of Miles, son Terry Stanford and wife Jamie of Waco; grandsons Weldon Ransbarger and wife Amanda of Cypress and Russell Ransbarger and wife Candice of Fort Worth; granddaughters Lynzee Clark and husband Justin of Waco, Kassidi Johnson and husband Dusty of Waco; six great-grandchildren Troy, Brittany, and Madalyn Ransbarger, Callie and Josie Clark, and Noah Johnson; sisters Frances Whittington and Shirley Stanford; and numerous extended family.

Pallbearers will be Weldon Ransbarger, Russell Ransbarger, Justin Clark, Dusty Johnson, Curtis Odell, and Kevin Niehues.

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff of The Springs Alzheimer’s Special Care Center for their care during Troy’s stay.

Daniel Francis Cleary died March 1, 2016. He was born May 6, 1929 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Norman Victor Cleary and Clara Connor Cleary. Dan attended St. Kieran Catholic School, Connaley and Washington High School, and The University of Illinois at Urbana. Dan was a Korean War Veteran, in the U.S. Air Force, with the 5th Mule Train from January 1953 thru November 1953. Upon returning to the United States Dan married the love of his life "His Dixie" Emfinger on February 6, 1954 in Kansas City, Missouri. Dan was employed by Citicorp for 35 years retiring December 1989. During their time with Citicorp Dan and Dixie lived in Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, California, and Colorado. Dan, Dixie, and their children lived in many of the named states more than once as his business required. Upon retirement Dan and Dixie returned to Dixie's birthplace, San Angelo, Texas. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Dixie, daughter Susan Ann, brother Norman, son-in-law Charles Pahira, and sister-in-law Yvonne Emfinger Oliver. 
Dan is survived by his companion, Darlene Armstrong; daughters, Sherrie and husband Perry Jones of Cedar Crest, NM, Janice and husband George Gail of Placitas, NM, and Nancy and husband David Ianuario of San Angelo, TX; grandchildren, Bryan Jones and wife Angela, Hollie and husband Sean Brooks, Daniel Gail and wife Angel, Katherine and husband Kevin Okesson, Patrick Cleary and wife Kayleen, Tracey and husband Curtis Wilson, and Sean Pahira and wife Angie; and 11 great-grandchildren. 
Dan was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. He was a fourth degree in The Knights of Columbus. He was a member of Post 0572 American Legion.
Rosary will be recited 7:00 PM Friday, March 4, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel with Visitation to follow. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Holy Angels Catholic Church with burial following at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Elvira "Vera" Gomez Fuentes, 84, longtime resident and homemaker of San Angelo, went to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully on Monday, February 29, 2016 surrounded by her family. She was born to the late, Julian and Paulita Mijares Gomez on November 20, 1931 in Eola, Texas. Vera married Armando D. Fuentes in September of 1971. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Vera's passion in life, was her family, friends and her faith. She instilled that passion in her children and grandchildren, who will continue her legacy for generations to come. Vera prayed and kept her faith through her last breath. She enjoyed listening to all kinds of music, but especially Christian music. She was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. Vera was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Pauline Mendiola, Louisa Gonzales, Trini Gomez, Jose Gomez, Jessie Gomez, Julia Mata, Florence Montelongo, Sam Gomez, and Olivia Minjarez. 

Survivors include her husband, Armando D. Fuentes; son, Noe Minjarez; daughter, Annabel Nelson and her husband, Chad; daughter, Odalia "Dolly" Minjarez; grandchildren, Armando Trevino, Jr., Stephen Trevino, Anthony Minjarez, Jennifer Minjarez, Justin Gomez, Lee Magana and Jaelyn Nelson; 7 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Maggie Pena; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. 

A rosary will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 3, 2016 in the Johnson's Funeral Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, March 4, 2016 in the St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. Emilio Sosa serving as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to the Children's Miracle Network in Vera's honor. A special thank you to the caring, loving and compassionate staff od Meadow Creek and Gentiva Hospice. 

Sylvia Jean Wilson, 89, of San Angelo, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2016, with her family at her side. Sylvia was born November 11, 1926 in Six, West Virginia to Frank McKinley Pack and Sally Ila Woodall Pack, and was a graduate of Big Creek High School in War West Virginia. She met and married the love of her life, Max Clinton Wilson, on February 27, 1958. He preceded her in death June 5, 1992. Sylvia worked as an apartment manager with Alexander Construction Company for 29 years and prior to that, was an office manager for Curry Freight. She was a faithful member of Evangel Temple Assembly of God Church and a member of the San Angelo Apartment Association. She had a passion for plants, decorating, flower arranging and her church, where she volunteered as their bookkeeper for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two brothers, Odell Pack and Marvin Pack. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Ann Sneed and her husband Charles "Sam" W. Sneed; granddaughter, Lisa Nicole "Niki" Sneed and her fiancé Brandon G. Sanders III; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 3:00-5:00 PM Sunday, February 28, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home. Services will be held 10:00 AM Monday, February 29, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Dewey officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. The family would like to express their appreciation to the Royal Estates Staff and special caregivers who made her a part of their family. In lieu of flowers, family request that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Hospice of San Angelo.

Mary Elizabeth Bailey, 84, of San Angelo, passed away Feb. 22, 2016, in Houston, Texas. Family visitation is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016, at Johnson's Funeral Home. A celebration of Mary's life is at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in Johnson's Funeral Home chapel with Chaplain William Rosser of Interim Hospice officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Mary Elizabeth Bailey was born June 11, 1931, to John and Vera Allbright in Runnels County, Texas. She attended school in Ballinger, Texas, and studied nursing at Shannon Hospital. Mrs. Bailey worked as an RN in pediatric nursing for many years in San Angelo. She loved taking care of others throughout her life and was loved by all who knew her. She married Billy Leon Bailey in Ballinger, Texas, on Feb. 21, 1953, at First United Methodist Church. They were married for 56 years. Mary was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her brother; and a great-grandson. She is lovingly remembered by her two sons, John Bailey of Houston, Texas, and William Bailey of San Angelo; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Texas Lighthouse for the Blind, 2001 Austin St., San Angelo, TX 76903 or lighthousefortheblind.org.