Bobby David Hebert, 75, of Rising Star, TX passed away on Monday, May 8, 2017 in San Angelo, Texas. Bob was born and raised in Abbeville, La., and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southwestern Louisiana (now UL-Lafayette), where he was a member of the gymnastics team, coached by Jeff Hennessey. He married the love of his life, Ellen Frances Stevenson, on October 31, 1964 and they shared almost 53 beautiful years together. Bob‘s career included time… with PPG Industries/Westlake, LA, Gymnastics Unlimited/ Lake Charles, LA, Quaker Oats Chemical Division/Pasadena, TX, his own consulting firm, Hebert & Associates/Clear Lake, TX, The Kohler Company/3M Company/Brownwood, TX, and Fehr Foods, in Abilene, TX. He retired in 2002.
Bob was a loving son, brother, husband, father and grandfather who devoted his life to his family. His life’s purpose was to be of service to others. He was a true “renaissance man.” In his spare time, he loved hunting, fishing, woodworking and remodeling every home he was in. Bob was an incredible man with numerous talents and skills and loved sharing them with his children and grandchildren. His childhood passion for making things turned into his adult hobby of fixing things, and he often shared his talents to help others achieve their goals.
Bob was always a peaceful, happy man and his legacy will live on in the hearts of his beloved family and dear friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Doris Joseph Hebert, Eula Mae Gagneaux Hebert, and his nephew, Donald Flory. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Stevenson Hebert, of Rising Star, TX; his son, Douglas David Hebert and his wife Paige, of Houston, TX; his daughter, Emily Hebert Faust and her husband Jody, of Bee Cave, TX; his grandchildren, Owen and Peter Hebert, of Houston, TX and Dylan and Justin Faust, of Bee Cave, TX; and his sister, Virginia Hebert Flory, of Abbeville, LA. his nieces, Mona Flory Trahan and her husband Glen, of Maurice LA; and Renee Roy and her husband Lawrence, of Abbeville, LA; his Nephew Ronald Flory, of TN; his Great Nephews, Tyler Trahan and Derick Roy; his Great Niece, Ashley Romero and her husband Teddy; and his Great-great Nieces, Addison Romero and Emery Roy. At Bob’s request, no services will be held at this time.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at Joey’s on Bertrand Dr. in Lafayette, LA PLACE on Sunday, May 21 from 2–5pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Smile Train, online at smiletrain.org/donations or by mail at Smile Train, PO Box 96231, Washington, DC 20077-7377 or to EB Research Partnership, online at ebresearch.org/donate or by mail at EB Research Partnership, 132 East 43rd Street, Suite 432, New York, NY 10017. Or to a charity of your choice

Our beloved Teddy Harold Brown laid his earthly burdens down on Thursday, April 27th, 2017. Teddy was born in San Angelo on the 17 of July, 1946. Although stricken with polio at a young age, Teddy was a fighter. He fought his way out of an iron lung and continued to fight until he was free of the cumbersome braces that held him back.

He graduated from Central High School where his twinkling blue eyes and winning smile garnered him many friends. His loves of photography and music enhanced… his days at Nathan's and made him a valuable resource during his time there. Teddy also loved antique cars and founded an antique car club in San Angelo. He led many road trips to rallies and shows as well as helping organize their events on behalf of others. Teddy retired after thirty-five years from J & J's Ethicon facility in San Angelo.

Teddy was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and Harvey Brown. He is survived by his wife, Candy; his sister and her husband, Vonda and Will Wilde; his brother and his wife, Sherrell and Jerri Brown. Teddy also leaves behind two sons Lance with his wife Jen and Cory. Step-children Melissa and hubby Randy Zamzow, Matthew Minton and wife Virginia, and James Minton also mourn his passing. Teddy has eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren as well as 8 nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Teddy’s life will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home with Rev. Glynn Dunn officiating.
 

Frank Floyd Lieber was born at Shannon Hospital on June 25, 1950 to Jack and Betty Lieber. It was there that the nursing staff nicknamed him Rusty, a nickname he would carry the rest of his life. Rusty went to meet his Lord and Savior on May 9, 2017.

Rusty graduated from San Angelo Central High School in 1968 and attended Angelo State University for a year before enlisting in the United States Army in 1969. During his tenure in the Army, Rusty traveled to remote locations, contributed to military editorials and political cartoons, was stationed in Hawaii as a recruiter, and served in the Vietnam War. He was honored with the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal. Rusty graduated from the University of Hawaii in 1974.

Upon his return to San Angelo, Rusty worked in public relations for KCTV. It was during this that he met and married Jo Stotts on July 12, 1975. He lived throughout the Concho Valley in San Angelo, Paint Rock, and Lowake, and he spent the majority of his adult life employed by the United States Postal Service, from which he was medically retired after 22 years. After his retirement, Rusty became active in Veterans causes through the Texas Veterans for Veterans. 

Throughout his life, Rusty took an interest in civic issues and was involved in many community organizations, including the Lion’s Club, the Masonic Lodge, Suez Shriners, the Paint Rock Independent School Board, Concho County 4-H, and the Concho Volunteer Fire Department.

Rusty never met a stranger and enjoyed spending time visiting with friends. He was an avid reader who enjoyed historical and military topics. He was an artist of pencil, ink, and oils. He raised homing and tumbling pigeons. Rusty came to love fishing at a young age while spending time at OC Fisher with his grandfather, Daddy Frank. He went on to share this love with his grandchildren. He was happiest when he could sit on the riverbank and drop a line or work on his art.

Through the years he studied many religions before discovering the truth of Jesus Christ. He held membership in the United Methodist Church of Paint Rock and served as a lay minister often writing and delivering Sunday sermons in small area churches. Rusty most recently held membership at the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd where he served a term on the vestry. He found joy serving others through hospital visitation.

Rusty’s greatest love and passion was his family. He is preceded in death by his father Jack Lieber, grandparents Frank and Grace Lieber, and son-in-law Clayton Taylor. Rusty is survived by his wife Jo of 41 years; daughters Stefanie Taylor of Sonora, and Amber Jansa and husband Clay of Abilene; grandchildren Dylan, Lane, and Peyton Taylor and Daisy and Fletcher Smith; mother Betty Lieber of San Angelo; sister Beth Buchholz and husband Don; nephews Lt. Col. Doug Buchholz and wife Kim of Little Rock, AR and Major Matt Buchholz and wife Stephanie of Alexandria, VA; aunt Jo Faye Lieber of Lubbock, TX; and numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews. 

The family would like to thank the nursing staff and therapists of the Shannon Medical Center 4th floor North and the St. John’s 2nd floor Skilled Nursing Unit for their kindness and care.

A memorial service is scheduled at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd or the Texas Veterans for Veterans.

Macario Gomez Arredondo, 63, of San Angelo, Texas passed away Friday, May 5, 2017 in San Angelo. Macario was born March 11, 1954 in Plainview, Texas to Juan and Maria G. Arredondo. He grew up in San Angelo. Macario worked in the Transportation Industry as a Truck Driver for many years. He enjoyed camping and playing pool. Macario was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his daughters Christina Arredondo and Monica Terrazas of San Angelo and 6 grandchildren; brothers and sisters:… Toby Arredondo of San Angelo, Antonia Flores of San Angelo, Irene Hernandez of San Antonio, John and Ermila Arredondo of San Angelo, Felix and Carol Arredondo of San Angelo, Luis and Alicia Arredondo of San Angelo, Bobby Arredondo of San Angelo, Leroy Arredondo of San Angelo, Ben Arredondo of San Angelo, Gilbert and Odilia Arredondo of Harlingen, Texas; Numerous nieces and nephews; many other family members and close friends. A memorial service will be held at a later time. 

Billie Lee Stewart Mahler died Friday, May 5, 2017. Her parents, Ralph and Bonnie Stewart have preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, Richard and two sons, Stewart and Bruce and a sister, Robeleen Moore and brother in law Billy Hoyt Moore of Corsicana, Texas. A private family graveside burial is planned.
A native of Nacogdoches, Texas and a graduate from Nacogdoches High School, she is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin University with the Bachelor of Sciences in Business with a Secondary Teaching Certification. Following graduation, she taught at Splendora High School, Splendora, Texas and Carlisle High School, Price, Texas. Later she attainted an Elementary Teaching Certification from Texas Christian University and taught at Glencrest Elementary, Ft. Worth, Texas. Upon graduation from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with the Master of Education, she met and married Richard L. Mahler, a ministerial student at S.W.B.S. They were married January 18, 1955 at First Baptist Church, Nacogdoches, Texas. Following Richard’s graduation from S.W.B.S., they embarked upon a life together in full-time Christian service as Richard served in the pastorate, U.S. Air Force Chaplaincy and Texas MHMR Chaplaincy.
Before coming to Goodfellow AFB, they had lived in Colorado, Indian Springs AFB Nevada, Nellis AFB, Nevada and Incirlik AB, Turkey.
Making their home in San Angelo, Texas, Billie taught at Alta Loma Elementary School for 22 years, and retired in 1993. Billie also taught the Adult Ladies Sunday school at Belmore for 10 years.

Marilyn Marguerite Fannin, who would have been 82 years old on May 13, exited this life peacefully on Thursday May 4, 2017, surrounded by her husband, daughters and close friends. 
The family will receive friends Sunday, May 7, from 4 pm to 6 pm at Harper Funeral Home: 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX. Her memorial service will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Monday, May 8, at 10 am. A graveside service will be held after the memorial service at the Sunset Memorial Gardens at 3 pm in Odessa, Texas. 
Marilyn was born in Tampa, Florida in 1935. She moved with her parents and her brother to Odessa, Texas. She graduated from Odessa High School in 1953, and met the love of her life, Bill Fannin. She and Bill married on July 23, 1960, and were planning to celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary this year. 
Marilyn was a beloved wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family, and she was a conscientious and committed administrative assistant during her career. She retired from San Angelo Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counsel and the Women’s and Children’s Halfway house in 2005. 
Marilyn is survived by her husband Billy Charles Fannin, her three daughters and their families: Mindy Fannin of San Angelo, Elaine Tate of Plano and her husband William Tate; and Jacque Moore of Midland and her husband Todd Moore. Her grandchildren were her greatest joy: David James of Los Angeles, Rebekah Tate of New York City, NY, and William (Billy) Tate of Denton, TX, and Branson Moore of Hobbs, NM.
She is also survived by two sisters: Darla Darville of Portland, OR, and Marsha Scott of Austin, TX. 
She was preceded in death by her beloved brother Robert Wayne Darville of Odessa, Texas. 
She loved and was loved by both her immediate family and a large extended family of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests your donation in her name to either the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of San Angelo, or the Women and Children’s Halfway house.

Marilyn Marguerite Fannin, who would have been 82 years old on May 13, exited this life peacefully on Thursday May 4, 2017, surrounded by her husband, daughters and close friends. 
The family will receive friends Sunday, May 7, from 4 pm to 6 pm at Harper Funeral Home: 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX. Her memorial service will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Monday, May 8, at 10 am. A graveside service will be held after the memorial service at the Sunset Memorial Gardens at 3 pm in Odessa, Texas. 
Marilyn was born in Tampa, Florida in 1935. She moved with her parents and her brother to Odessa, Texas. She graduated from Odessa High School in 1953, and met the love of her life, Bill Fannin. She and Bill married on July 23, 1960, and were planning to celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary this year. 
Marilyn was a beloved wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family, and she was a conscientious and committed administrative assistant during her career. She retired from San Angelo Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counsel and the Women’s and Children’s Halfway house in 2005. 
Marilyn is survived by her husband Billy Charles Fannin, her three daughters and their families: Mindy Fannin of San Angelo, Elaine Tate of Plano and her husband William Tate; and Jacque Moore of Midland and her husband Todd Moore. Her grandchildren were her greatest joy: David James of Los Angeles, Rebekah Tate of New York City, NY, and William (Billy) Tate of Denton, TX, and Branson Moore of Hobbs, NM.
She is also survived by two sisters: Darla Darville of Portland, OR, and Marsha Scott of Austin, TX. 
She was preceded in death by her beloved brother Robert Wayne Darville of Odessa, Texas. 
She loved and was loved by both her immediate family and a large extended family of in-laws, nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests your donation in her name to either the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of San Angelo, or the Women and Children’s Halfway house.

Evalena Fisher left the cares of this world on Monday, May 1, 2017. During her time here, she saw many events occur – from the invention of frozen food, to the landing of man on the moon, to now, where we all carry computers around in our purses and pockets. She lost her mother, Laura, when she was a child and then was raised by her father, Albin E. Blowey. Her interest in the nursing profession evolved and following high school she attended and graduated from Breckenridge Hospital at Austin as a Registered Nurse during the years following WWII. She was employed as an R.N. in the Valley after graduation. 

The new Big Spring V. A. Hospital was opening in 1950 and the Director held a statewide drive to hire 15 doctors and 52 nurses. Evalena sent in her letter of interest and was immediately hired. She drove out to Big Spring by herself and her federal career began. She was promoted becoming the head surgical nurse in the operating room. She was a professional and dedicated nurse who served her country and many West Texas veterans. 

She met Ed Fisher, a local Big Spring young man, who served his country in WWII. He was the love of her life. They married and enjoyed a wonderful life together. During their retirement years they traveled and indulged their love of West Texas and West Texas history. Evalena was interested in her family history and began researching and collecting genealogical information. She thoroughly documented information of her family trees, and on several occasions she and Ed traveled to England to meet and visit with family who lived near Plymouth, U.K. On their first trip to England, she poured through a local phonebook and happily found 12 Blowey’s listed! The family connections she made during those years, continue to this day through her nieces and nephews. 

She is survived by her cherished nephews and nieces and their families who will miss her, by her dear friends, as well as by her English relatives; the family would like to thank all the care givers who helped Mrs. Fisher.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at Harper Funeral Home from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. A graveside service will follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Big Spring, TX at 12:30 PM. 
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John Wesley Cheatham, 56, of San Angelo passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at home after a lengthy illness.
He was the first born son to Tony Oliver and Fayla Rae Blasdell Cheatham on September 2, 1960.
John married Amy Diane Harlin on February 18, 1977. They had a daughter, Jennifer Diane. John married Barbara Butler Cosper on May 29, 1992 in Christoval, Texas.
He worked his entire life in the oilfield as a gas compressor mechanic and pumper. He retired in 2014 due to his health. John was also a volunteer firefighter in Eldorado for seventeen years.
John loved to fish, hunt game and rattlesnakes. He also loved golf, and took great pride in his vegetable garden each year.
He was also proud of his 12 grandchildren: 3 boys and 9 girls: Jamy, Josey, Joany, Leeland, Kaydence, Christian, Keldon, Chloe, Morgan, Ava, Annabel and Harker.
He is survived by his spouse Barbara, his daughters: Jennifer Diane Halliburton (John); Jacqueline Rae Pace (Jason) of Brownwood. His children Clinton Don Cosper of Ft. Stockton, Christina Cosper Zitting(Parley), Whit Cosper(Rebecca) of Edmond, OK. His mother, Fayla Rae Blasdell Cheatham and his maternal grandmother Fay Imogen Donaldson Blasdell. His sister Vicky Lynn Marchese and her children: Tasha Luckeydoo (Michael) and Joseph of Florida. His brother Erik Edward Cheatham (Jennifer), their three sons Dustin and spouse Tollie, Brandon and Zackery.
John was preceded in death by his first wife, Amy, his father Tony, his paternal grandparents Richard E. and Allie Velma Trotter Cheatham. His maternal grandfather, Raymond Irving Blasdell.
A visitation will be held Monday, May 1, 2017 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. The Graveside service will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at Fairmount Cemetery.

Eddie Lou Neel. Precious mother, teacher, and friend took her place In the Celestial Choir on April 28th 2017. Her beautiful voice will resound forevermore in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Eddie Lou was born June 26th 1923 in Ft. Worth, Texas. She attended Poly Tech High School where she fell in love with choral music. Her first love was piano, but her God given voice was hard to ignore and her teachers encouraged her to do both. She entered North Texas State College and received a Bachelors and Masters degree in Music Ed. Her freshman year at NT, she tried out for the chorus and made the top choir. Her voice captured all who listened and she was given the major solo in many of the school productions.
After receiving her Masters, Eddie Lou had a great interest in opera. She applied and was accepted into Juilliard School of Performing Arts in New York. While In New Your she tried out for a Broadway musical and received the understudy part in " Song of Norway".
After a year in the Big Apple, Eddie Lou's parents wanted her home and being a Texas girl, she was ready. She began her teaching career in Crane, Texas and shortly after was recruited by newly established Howard County Jr. College in Big Spring. There she taught teacher education courses and one class called Radio Broadcasting. It was in that class where she met a cute Gl, home from the war, named Duke Neel. He could sing, play any instrument, and most importantly he was a great dancer. After winning an essay contest describing their courtship, the couple were married June 25th 1948 in Hollywood California on the Popular Radio Program "Bride and Groom."
Eddie Lou and Duke moved to San Angelo shortly after their marriage and Eddie Lou starting teaching at McGill Elementary (a county school then). Shortly after she was asked to be the first choir director at the newly built Lee Jr. High. She taught at Lee until the birth of their daughter.
Eddie Lou had an Illustrious career with the SAISD. She returned to teaching music at McGill and Alta Loma and in 1962 was asked to be the Music Coordinator for the entire district. If you were a music student in the 60's through the 80's you will remember Eddie Lou for the extravagant music festivals she coordinated at the coliseum and the Sarah Bernhardt. Always with a theme in mind, she and her talented music teachers managed to corral over 1000 fifth and sixth graders and produce an evening of song and dance like no other. Later she initiated the Music Memory program where students all over the district could compete and win trophies for their ability to identify various musical works and composers.
Eddie Lou received many honors during her tenue as Music Coordinator. She was chosen to be a part of a team with the Peabody Conservatory of Music, and the Drake University Summer Arts Festival. She also received the Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge award presented by a group of State Supreme Court Justices, Veterans and other service organizations.
During her 52 years as a teacher and supervisor, Eddie Lou never forgot her responsibility to her community. She served on the San Angelo Symphony Board, sang in her church choir, and played in the church hand bell group. She also played piano for her Wednesday night Bible Class and her Sunday School Class. One of her most memorable volunteer experiences was that of singing in the West Texas Rehabilitation Center fundraiser called "TEXAS TOAST". In it, she glorified the lowly "Horny Toad" with her operatic rendition of Camelot. The performance prompted a standing ovation.
Last, but not least, Eddie Lou was a caring neighbor, friend and family matriarch. Her energetic and tireless spirt prompted her to enjoy life to its fullest. She relished in the achievements of all but was especially proud of her two grandsons.
Eddie Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Mineola Haug, her husband Duke Neel, one brother Harry Haug and 12 brothers and sisters in law whom she loved deeply.
She is survived by her daughter Nada Neel Huey and husband Bill Huey, two grandsons, BJ Huey and wife Natalie, Neel Huey and wife Kate, two great grandchildren , Jevin Huey and May Marie Huey and many beloved in laws, nieces and nephews. 
A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2017 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. The Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at First United Methodist Church of San Angelo. 
The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Brookdale Assisted living, and Kindred Hospice for their loving care. They kept Eddie Lou singing her favorite song which is her message to all of us: 
"Sing a song everyday.
Keep your voices light and gay.
If everyone would sing a song.
Never would the world go wrong.
The family requests any memorials be made to the Eddie Lou Neel Scholarship Fund SAISD, the San Angelo Symphony, or Rust Street Ministries.