Jose V. Amaya, 65, of San Angelo, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 in San Angelo, TX.

Visitation will be held 10:00am to 8:00pm with rosary at 7:00pm Thursday October, 22, 2015 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Friday, October 23, 2015 at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel, with Deacon Abel Fernandez, officiating. Burial will take place in the Calvary Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.


He was born on October 14, 1950 to Pedro and Julia (Valenzuela) Amaya in Mereta, TX. He attended Edison and graduated from Central High School in 1970.

Jose worked as a mechanic and bus operator for SAISD for 15 years and later on he was known for his meticulous landscaping at his small business; Chris and Joe’s Lawn Service. On September 1, 1995 he married Chris J. Sanchez in San Angelo. Jose was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and a friend to everyone he met. His pastimes included, dancing, traveling, classic trucks, spending time with his family, which also included his precious cat J.J. and his favorite team, the Redskins.

Pallbearers are Juan Garcia, Joseph Amaya, Lawrence Ridley Jr., Taevenn Reed, Sion Paz and Adolph Ramirez.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Jose is survived by his loving spouse of 20 years Chris Sanchez, three daughters, Michelle Amaya (Sion) Paz, Amy Amaya both of Dallas, Delfina Amaya of San Angelo, mother of the daughters, Margaret Torres Amaya of Dallas; sister, Lucy Ramirez of San Angelo, grandchildren, Brittany Garcia, Juan Samuel Garcia, Jr., Marisa Lisette Paz, Joseph Angel Amaya, Lawrence Todd Ridley Jr., Amarie Edith Reyes, Paulina Jasmin Reyes, Juan Pablo Reyes, Jr., Taevenn Reed, Christian Marquez, Gabriel Gomez, and seven great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

“I will see you again mi amor” - Chris

“We will always remember you as a loving, caring and hardworking father. Thank you Daddy for your undying love, endless sacrifices and wonderful memories now and forever. Thank you for being the best dad anyone can ask for-Your Loving Daughters-Michelle, Amy and Delfina.

We Will Always Love You, Dad
Each day you strived to live,
Your body too weak to be, Your love will live forever,
Since your heart has set you free.

Now you walk so bravely,
You feel the pain no more,
Angels have come to guide you
And bring you to Heaven’s door.

Memories we’ll hold so dearly,
Your smile warmed our hearts,
And through our lives you’ll live,
You’ve touched so many parts.

Hard days may be before us,
It’s all a part of God’s plan,
Why you left so soon,
We may never understand.

You’ll be alone no longer,
And you’d tell us “ Don’t be sad”.
Please believe you were no burden,
We’ll always love you, Dad.

Our lives have changed forever,
Since the day you passed away,
In Heaven you’ll be waiting,
To meet us again someday...



Your Loving Daughters Michelle, Amy, and Delfina

“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you Rest” Matthew 11:28

Noah Daniel Whitaker was born December 13, 1997 in San Angelo, Texas to Susan Erika Whitaker and Jimmy Randel Whitaker. He died October 20, 2015, at age 17, in full assurance of God’s sovereign provision for his life.

Noah was a Senior at Central High School and also attended Glenmore Elementary School, Lee Middle School, Glenn Middle School and Lake View High School. Noah was an enthusiastic saxophone player and member of the Mighty Bobcat Band, Key Club, and DECA at C.H.S. As a faithful member of Southland Baptist Church, Noah was active in the Youth Group, Orchestra and Youth Choir. He was a former member of Boy Scout Troop 22. As a student at Lake View, Noah participated in jazz band, marching band, and One Act Play.

Noah was a treasured son and brother. Additionally, Noah loved well and was well loved by his church, band and school families. He delighted in making people laugh by entertaining them with well-practiced jokes and magic tricks or just by being his zany self. Noah had an affinity for rock and rap music, was a devoted Harry Potter fan and was rarely seen without his Dr. Pepper. Noah was fully confident in who he was as a creation of God and was not swayed by the world’s expectations. Noah’s brother, Jacob, said it best: “Noah was the essence of mellowed out and chill and was also very protective of his family.”

Noah is preceded in death by his grandparents, Wahneta and Jimmy Randel Whitaker, Sr., and his aunt Catherine Underwood. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his beloved brother Jacob Randel Whitaker; his grandparents Grace Whitaker and Erika and James Underwood; his aunts and uncles Frieda Underwood, Lynne (Tom) Jones, Lori (Roy) Griffin, Melinda (Ron) Rose, Jeff (Lizette) Whitaker, and Jason Whitaker along with a large group of cousins and friends.

The family wishes to extend special thanks to the first responders, and the Southland Baptist, SAISD, and Goodfellow communities.

Open visitation will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Robert Massie Funeral Home on Friday, October 23, 2015. A service celebrating Noah’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at Southland Baptist Church with Dr. Taylor Sandlin officiating with private burial to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Noah Daniel Whitaker Scholarship Fund at the San Angelo Area Foundation, 221 S. Irving St., San Angelo, TX, 76903 or to the Southland Baptist Youth Camp Scholarship Fund, 4300 Meadow Creek Trail, San Angelo, TX 76904.
“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28: 18-20

Dorris Lavergne Prager Mims, 90, passed on October 19, 2015 at Regency House in San Angelo, Texas. Her beloved husband, Larry Fred Mims, precedes her in death.

Dorris was a longtime member of the First United Methodist church in Junction, Texas. She loved her family, church, and music. She was a celebrated cook and generous woman.

Dorris is survived by her children: Kelly B. Mims of Early, Texas; Jo Ellen Mims Anderson of Conway, Arkansas; Scott A. and Janice L. Mims of San Angelo, Texas; Barbara A. Mims Franklin and David of Crosby, Texas; and David L. and Wendy Province Mims of Wimberley, Texas.

Dorris is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Friday, October 23, 2015 at Kimble Funeral Home with interment to follow in the Junction City Cemetery.
Visitation will be held 6-8:00 PM, Thursday, October 22, 2015 at Kimble Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of the professionals at Kimble Funeral Home. (325) 446-3076