Leona Seidel Hailey was born April 16, 1925 in Rowena, TX to William and Josephine Hoelscher. She was married to Evarist Seidel June 30, 1948 who died in 1971, later married Wesley Fox who passed away in 1981, later married Raymond Hailey who died in 2003. Survivors are son Stuart Seidel and wife C. Ann Seidel; daughter Kathy Seidel; grandson, Shawn Seidel and wife Leesha Seidel; granddaughter, Melissa Wahlfeld and husband Rich Wahlfeld; grandsons, Chase Blanek and Colin Blanek; great grandchildren, Makenzie Seidel, Cooper Wahlfeld and Caymon Blanek; stepsons, Bill Fox and Steve Hailey; sister, Ernestine Lange and husband Arnold Lange; sister-in-law, Joy Hoelscher; also many loving nieces, nephews and special neighbor and friend Marcia Esser. Leona was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Lawrence Hoelscher, Olga Kessler, Herbert Hoelscher, Arthur Hoelscher, Elnora Hayden, Elizabeth Braden, Fred Hoelscher, Edwin Hoelscher; and grandchild Ryle Davis Blanek. Leona was a faithful member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. During her lifetime, Leona enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating on many Texas lakes and deep-sea fishing on the Gulf Coast. She most enjoyed sharing her love of the water with her family on many special trips. Leona played women's league baseball during the early 40's. She enjoyed bowling for many years and loved a good spirited game of dominoes. Above all else, she valued her faith, family, and friends. Her home was always filled with great love, food, drinks, and conversation. In lieu of flowers, we ask that a donation be made to a charity of your choice in Leona Seidel Hailey's memory. Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at Holy Angels Catholic Church with burial to follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Julian Lara Torres, age 78 of Robert Lee, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 3, 2015. 
He was born to the late Tiodoso Torres and Julia Lara Torres on February 20, 1937, in El Remolina; Coah., Mexico. He moved to Robert Lee in 1951. Julian married Juanita Hernandez on January 7, 1956. In Robert Lee he worked at Bryan’s;00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sand and Gravel as a loader and foreman. This is where Julian raised his beautiful family and lived for over sixty years.
Julian is preceded in death by his sons, Gilberto Torres and Joe Torres; his brothers, Sebastian Torres, Tiodoso Torres, Nicanor Torres, Jesus Torres, Rosendo Torres, Pablo Torres, Alvin Torres and Jose Torres; and sisters, Isabel Torres and Cesarea Torres. 
He is survived by his wife, Juanita Torres; sister, Estolia Barron; children, Johnny and Kay Torres, Rosa and Joe Longoria, Dora Torres and Riche Bain, Mary Lou and Efrain Garcia, Yolanda Saucedo, and Julian Torres; twenty grandchildren and thirty-three great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday December 5 and Sunday December 6, 2015 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 7, 2015 at Our Lady of the Guadalupe Catholic Church with interment to follow at Robert Lee Hispanic Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home. Grandsons who will honor him as pallbearers; Jonathan Torres, Eric Torres, Gilbert Torres, Bobby Longoria, Danny Garcia, Lewis Samaniego, Jr., Salomon Saucedo, and Omar Saucedo.

Olive "Irene" Blair, 77, of Abilene, passed away December 4, 2015. She was born in San Angelo, TX on May 5, 1938. Irene graduated from San Angelo High School. She was married to Melvin "Dwain" Blair on February 27, 1959. Irene worked in communications for Answer Angelo and West Central Wireless. She was a member of Northside Baptist Church, and had a passion for playing the piano and her "sisters". She is survived by her children; Leldon Craig Blair, Gerald and wife Debby; grandchildren, Stephanie Godwin and husband Marshall, Rhett Blair; sisters, Louise Mikkelson and husband Bill, Frances Fletcher and husband Jimmy, Barbara Ward and husband Joe, Kathy Willis and husband Danny and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and great friends. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2015 in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Laura (Ocker) Hennecke, 89, passed and went to be with her Lord and Savior, Saturday, December 5, 2015 in Sagecrest Alzheimer's Care Center (Talley House).
Laura was born September 20, 1926 in Rowena, Texas to Frank Ocker and Margaret (Feist) Ocker. She graduated from high school in Rowena, Texas and later married Andrew (Andy) Hennecke on June 1, 1948 in Rowena, Texas. Andy and Laura lived in Wall, Texas for the first part of their married life. She worked in the Wall school cafeteria for a short time and was a housewife for the remainder of her life. In 1960, Laura and Andy and their first child, Shirley, moved to the Grape Creek community. While in Grape Creek, they had three other daughters: Brenda, Carol, and Karen (twins). Laura and her family lived in the Grape Creek area for over 50 years and she was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church in Carlsbad, Texas.
Laura was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Andrew (Andy) Hennecke; her parents Frank and Margaret Ocker; infant daughter Karen Hennecke; and her siblings Lester Ocker and Evelyn Michulka. 
Survivors include her three daughters: Shirley Marsh and husband Gene, Brenda Johnson and husband Keith, and Carol Cummings and husband Todd; five grandchildren: Jennifer (Marsh) Robinson and husband Cory, Jessica (Marsh) Harlin and husband Justin, Matthew Cummings, Katie Cummings, and April Johnson; four great-grandchildren: Landon Robinson, Paxton Harlin, Landree Harlin, and Mickey Harlin; siblings: Sidona Dankworth of Austin, Bernice Michulka, and Elmer Ocker of San Angelo; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and numerous other relatives and friends. 
Laura was a wonderful wife, mother, Mema, Mo-Mo, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a great cook and enjoyed baking apple cake to take for dinner at her daughters' homes. Laura was a talented seamstress and sewed her children's clothes when they were growing up. She was always the first to offer help to her family in any way that she could. She enjoyed gardening and canning food, and loved having her flower bed each year. 
She was never a complainer (even with the burden of rheumatoid arthritis). Laura had a good attitude and made the best of what she had to deal with in life. People always said she was a sweet lady with a smile for you. 
The joy of her life was her grandchildren and then later her great-grandchildren. They all loved her dearly and she had treats for them when they visited and stayed after school . She had a strong faith and was active in her church as long as she was able to do so. She will be missed so much and was loved so deeply by her family.
Rosary is at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 9th in Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, December 10th at Sacred Heart Cathedral with Fr. Lorenzo Hatch officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Matthew Cummings, John Pintirsch, Aaron Flint, James Michulka, Nathan Fontenot, and Chuck Hardgrave. 
Memorials can be made to Meals for the Elderly, 310 East Houston Harte, San Angelo, TX 76903, or your favorite charity. The family sends heartfelt thanks to all of the staff of Talley Green House at Sagecrest for the wonderful love and care that was given to our precious mother. We deeply appreciate your help and prayers during this difficult time.

James N. Kimbrell passed away peacefully at home on Monday November 30th, 2015 in San Angelo, Texas. 

A memorial service will be held, to honor his memory, on Saturday 12th of December, 11AM at Freedom Fellowship, 342 S. Chadbourne Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903. His grandson-in-law, Pastor Brien Toombs of Abilene will be delivering the service.

James Kimbrell was born in Carrizozo, Lincoln County, New Mexico to Albert and Adeline Kimbrell on October 12, 1935. He grew up as a farm boy in Picacho, New Mexico graduating from Hondo Valley High School at the age of 16 on May 9, 1952. He earned his school letter in band as a trumpet player, was a Hondo High Fiesta Dancer, member of the 4H club, Hondo Athletic Club and President of his senior class. Upon graduation he earned the prestigious Ford Scholarship to attend the University of New Mexico at Albuquerque. 

At age 18, on September of 1954 James joined the United States Air Force. He completed his college studies, graduating from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies and Education. 

On October 4th 1958 James married the lovely Mary Lou Nieto of Roswell, New Mexico at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Roswell. She would be his spouse and love of his life, till the end of time. 

Already fluent in Spanish, the Air Force quickly recognized James’ talent for languages. As he entered the Air Force Security Service, he was assigned to the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California learning to speak both Mandrin Chinese and Russian. James’ almost 30 years of active service to his country is too extensive to record in its entirety but can be highlighted by saying his service tours brought him overseas to such assignments as Japan, Germany, the Republic of China and Turkey. He also had several state side assignments to include 4 years working with the National Security Agency and several teaching positions at the National Defense Language Institute. He attended the Senior NCO Academy, Tactical Air Operations and Doctrine Course, the Technical Instructors Course and was awarded “Master Instructor”, Air Force Training Command. A few of his awards include the National Defense Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Small Arms Marksmanship Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 1 Bronze and 1 Silver Oak Leaf Clusters and Army Good Conduct Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters. 

James retired from the Air Force in February 1985 as the Branch Chief and Senior Technical Language Assistant of the Defense Language Institute, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas at the rank of Senior Master Sargeant. 

At age 50 James didn’t stay retired long, in 1988 he went to work for the Texas Department of Human Services as a Child Protective Services Specialist, protecting the families and children of Texas from abuse and neglect. He retired again in May of 2000 after a busy, challenging and rewarding second career. He immediately continued his work by serving another 2 years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for the Children’s Advisory Center of Tom Green County, until February 2002, when he was honored for his work by Texas Governor Perry. He taught English for The Adult Literacy Council of San Angelo from 2002 onward.

In his free time James loved everything outdoors, skeet shooting, game hunting, motorcycling and boating. His musical talent allowed him to play the piano by ear. He was an accomplished Black Belt and instructor in karate. In the 70’s and 80’s CB enthusiast friends knew him by his handle “Pecos”.

He always surrounded himself with family. His children, grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as his own mother, father, sisters and brothers. He materially 
participated in his families upbringing, sharing his love, wisdom, humor, experience and generosity.

James is preceded in death by his father and mother, Albert and Adeline Kimbrell and his sister Virginia Ontiveros. James is survived by his wife Mary Lou Kimbrell, children Patrick and Diana Kimbrell, Edward Kimbrell, Nina Kimbrell, and Michelle Kimbrell. Brothers and sisters include. Alberta Solfisburg, Kathleen Reno, Michael Kimbrell, and William Kimbrell. Grandchildren include Albert Kimbrell, Jordan Kimbrell, Cherie and Brien Toombs, Aidan Stephens, Sophia Kimbrell, and Cannon Hill. Great grandchildren include Braden Faz, Guy Harlan, Mason Toombs, Weston Toombs and Adalyn Toombs.

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend was called to be with the Lord on December 4th. He was known by many names and many people, but loved by everyone who knew him. 
Frank James (Jimmy) Morales Jr. was born April 22nd 1938, in Brady, Texas, to the late Frank James Sr. and Andrea Rodriguez Morales. He graduated from San Angelo High School in 1956. Jimmy met the love of his life, Eva Rodriguez at Little Mexico Restaurant in 1959, where they both worked, and later married June 25th 1960. 
Throughout his life Jimmy displayed his many talents which included: a cook in the Army, a machine operator at Terrel manufacturer, a licensed barber, an upholsterer, a tool maker at Ethicon and serving in the St. Mary's funeral ministry for 19 years. When he wasn't working or volunteering, he loved tending his ranch in Ft. McKavett and raising goats. He retired after 29 years of service in the Army National Guard, and in addition retired from Ethicon after 26 years.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents Frank James Morales Sr. and Andrea Rodriguez Morales; his brother Rudy Morales; and sisters Magdalena M. Little and Betty Jean Pawelek. Jimmy is survived by his wife of 55 years, Eva Morales; his daughter Elva Rood (Charles) and his son Thomas Morales (Darlene). He is also survived by his siblings: brothers Alfred Morales (Delia) and Robert Morales (Rosario) and sisters Teresa M. Dela Rosa and Ofelia Walker (Dwayne) ; grandchildren Leslie Kaigler (KD), Dr. Angela Rood-Keith (Dr. Kevin Keith) and Captain Patrick Rood (Kimberly); as well as great-grandchildren Ryan Ruiz, Charlotte Rood, Austin Rood & LB Keith. In addition he left behind many nieces and nephews whom he loved and adored.
We would like to thank the staff at Shannon Hospital for their care and compassion over the last several years and most recently to Senior Care. With special thanks extended to the staff of the sixth floor who spent the most difficult hours with us and our loved one.
Pallbearers are: Patrick Rood, Ryan Ruiz, Jimmy Rodriguez, Rick Morales, Robby Morales and KD Kaigler. Honorary Pallbearers are: Carlos Garza, Jose Cabral, Oscar Flores, Dr. Randy Snyder and Danny Nuñez
Recitation of the holy rosary will be at 7 p.m., Monday, December 7, at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 8, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona and Father Tom Barley officiating. Burial will follow in Morales Ranch Cemetery at the family's ranch in Ft. McKavett.

Mona Virginia Maddera Lynn, age 99 was born April 16, 1916 in Miles, Texas, and passed away December 4, 2015 in San Angelo, Tx. Graveside services will be at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens Cemetery at 2pm and a Memorial service will follow at 3pm in the Chapel at Baptist Retirement Community on Tuesday December 8, 2015. Chaplain Kevin McSpadden of Baptist Memorials Ministries will preside. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon L. "Cotton" Lynn, their daughter Ginna Lynn Jones, her grandson James Thomas "Cuatro" Jones IV, and her brother Tom W Nasworthy. Survivors include one great grandson James Thomas "Quincy" Jones V and his mother Jinsun Jones of Fayetteville, NC, nieces and nephews Trish Nasworthy of Ft Worth, TX, TD and Donna Nasworthy, Madolyn Nasworthy and Shawna Hampton, of Menard, TX, and Ginger and Jesse Morehead of Danville, AL, and several great nieces and nephews. A graduate of the "Old" Shannon Hospital School of Nursing as an RN, she will be remembered as Head Nurse on 4AB in the old hospital. She took time out for 10 years as the Lakeview School Nurse, and was there when the tornado hit in 1953. She then went back to Shannon 4AB as Head Nurse. Her last 2 years of work were spent as Medicare Executive Nurse, with the beginning of Medicare at the Shannon. She retired from the Shannon after 30 years of service in 1981. Virginia was an independent woman who lived alone until she was 95. For many years she enjoyed being able to hunt and fish. She lived her last four years at Baptist Memorial Retirement Community, and enjoyed jig saw puzzles and going to Chapel. Virginia requested donations to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers.

Sharon Fierro Martinez, manager of The Market at Pinkie’s, died unexpectedly November 29, 2015 after a short illness.

Sharon never met someone she didn’t like, and no one who met her ever left without a smile on their face. She will be missed by everyone whose life she touched, from her family to fellow workers to customers she happily served.

“We first met Sharon when she came to work with us at Crystal’s Confectionery in 1987, and she quickly became part of our family,” said Mike and Mary Ellington, owners of Crystal’s Confectionery and Pinkie’s. “We all will miss her embrace of life, her quick smile, and her distinctive laugh. It was a joy and a privilege to have her as part of our lives.” — All your friends and family at Pinkie's

Jose L. Zapata, Jr., 77, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 29, 2015 after a short illness. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 3, 2015 at Shaffer Funeral Home’s Sherwood Way Chapel. Services are under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home/Sherwood Way.
Jose was born on March 4, 1938 in Del Rio, Texas to Jose L. Zapata, Sr. and Natividad his wife.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Abigail Mitchell and Raquel Barrientos along with one brother, Eliu Zapata.
Survivors include a daughter, Nativia Cole and husband Miles Cole, Jr. from San Angelo; three step daughters, Deandra Vancil and husband Scott from San Angelo, Sandra Perez and family from Del Rio, Texas and Chevy Stroughton and family; one step son, Kevin Tyler; ex-wife, Madeania Clark from San Angelo; three sisters, Anna Miller, Eunice Zapata and Berta Chapko all of San Antonio, Texas; two brothers, Leo Zapata and wife Rachel from Del Rio and Joel Zapata and wife Diane from San Antonio, Texas. He had many nieces and nephews. His pride and joy was his grandchildren, Erykah Hines, Jazmyn Cole and Miles, Jr. (Bubba) Cole; his step granddaughters, Anna and Isabella Vancil.
Jose served in the 101st Infantry Battalion, he was a parachutist and blaster. He loved to tell about his first jump from the airplane and made many jumps after the first one.
Jose was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church and enjoyed fellowship and worship with many friends.
Special thanks to his care giver Tracy Burney and her family that treated him like one of their own. Thanks to Dean Gattis for always being there on a minutes notice. Thanks to the Veteran’s Clinic staff, especially his favorite nurses, Caroline and Kay.
Jose had many friends he loved to go see and pass the time with. He will be missed by many.