Craig Lee Partusch, 52, of San Angelo, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, June 22, 2015 at his home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born Wednesday, September 26, 1962 in San Angelo. Craig, also known as "Mr. Gadget" owned and operated Precision Data Com for the past 15 years. He was a San Angelo native and proud to serve his community. He was active in numerous organizations and projects including San Angelo Restaurant Association, Spring Chicken Affair, Taste of San Angelo, West Texas Rehab, San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo, and the Showdown in San Angelo, to name a few. Craig married Marcy on June 11, 2005 in San Angelo. He was a member of Lakeview Bible Church. Craig enjoyed life through golfing, hunting, and skiing as well as in giving back to those he loved. He was not just your friend; he became your "brother". Craig was known as a practical joker who was a perfectionist. One of his greatest passions was enjoyed by countless people every year as they drove by and stopped to admire and listen to his Christmas light display that was set to music. It was just one more way he gave to those around him. Craig's independent spirit and loving nature will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leonard and Gertrude Partusch, and Theodore and Mary Spencer. 

Visitation will be held at Johnson's Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, June 25, 2015 in the Immanuel Baptist Church, 90 East 14th Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903 with Pastor Scooter McCurdy officiating. Ronnie Thiers, Jerrod Clements, Blake Burchard, Ken Schlaudt, Doyle Allen, Josh Murell , and Paul Turner will serve as pallbearers. John Conn, Corky Soloman, John Sefcik, Jeffrey Cuellar, Matt Turner, and Larry Teague will serve as honorary pallbearers. Interment will follow in the Paint Creek Cemetery near Robert Lee.Special thanks to Dr. David Cummings, Clint Lasiter, and Stephen Coats, Hospice Nurse, Pam Murphy, Special Nurse, Taylor Niblett, and family friends, Suzy Watson, Wendy Allen, and "Doc" Blake Burchard. 

Survivors include his wife, Marcy Partusch; daughters, Shayla Kay Partusch and Lauren Lee Partusch; step-son, Jared Drew; granddaughter, Kinsley Raye Dove; father, Ronald E. Partusch, Sr.; mother and step-father, Dorothy A. and John W. Arnold; brothers and sister, Ron Partusch, Jr. and wife, Rhonda, Michael E. Partusch and wife, Chae, Jill A. Umstead and husband, Bill, and Jeff Daniel Partusch and wife, Rachel; mother of his daughters, Melody Hale; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. 
Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo.

A City Boy in a Cowboy Hat
Ed Blackburn passed Saturday night surrounded by his loved ones in San Angelo, TX. A real estate man by trade, he spent his life pursuing his passions which included writing, photography, and Texas history. A consummate Texan, he loved the outdoors and spent much of his time hiking and hunting on the property in West Texas that he called home. Ed will be remembered as a storyteller, able to capture and hold an audience just through his dynamic personality. Ed is survived by his mother, Sadie Gwin Blackburn; his brother, Robert A. Blackburn Sr. and his family; his daughter, Sarah Catherine Blackburn and her family, and his furry companions.
A memorial service will be held in Houston at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church Wednesday, July 1st at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in his memory to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation.
 

Thomas Cashin, 60, of San Angelo passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at home.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm, Thursday June 25, 2015 at San Angelo First Assembly of God with Landon Henry officiating under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Tom was born in Lynn, Massachusetts to Michael and Mildred Cashin on October 3, 1954. He married Emily Hallmark on March 10, 1979 in San Angelo, TX. Tom always said he got to Texas as fast as he could.

He was a crafted sheepskin tanner for 25 years. He was commissioned at The Smithsonian to consult regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s mounts. He also consulted in Turkey, Korea, Hong Kong, Australia, Uruguay, Chile, Brazil and Canada. In recent years he worked at Car Town Hyundai and Account Control Technologies (ACT).

Tom was an award winning bowler and was the Massachusetts State Bowler of the year in 1976. He was an active member of San Angelo First Assembly of God Church.

Tom is survived by his wife Emily; children, Michael James Cashin and Rebecca Dee Cashin of San Angelo. Tom always said his best accomplishments in life were his children. Sister, Kate Durfee of Reading, MA; niece, Michele Kelleher of Hudson, MA; sisters-in-law, Caroline Cashin of Boxford, MA, Becky and husband Steve Larkin of Huntsville, TX, Charlotte Smith of Hurst, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews that he cherished.

Tom requested in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be given to the San Angelo First Assembly of God Church, 1442 Edmund Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76901.

Oscar M. Longoria, 61, of San Angelo, passed away on Saturday June 19, 2015 at a local care center.

Rosary will be held 7:00pm Sunday June 21, 2015 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel.

Graveside services will be held 10:00am Monday, June 22, 2015 at the Calvary Catholic Cemetery, with Beatrice Torres, of Nazarene Presbyterian Church , officiating. Arrangements are with Robert Massie Funeral Home.

He was born on July 17, 1953 to Felix and Ruth (Martinez) Aceves in Mathis, TX. Oscar worked as a painter. On December 30, 2006 he married Linda Torres on December 30, 2006 in San Angelo. Oscar and Linda lived in San Angelo, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Jesse Paul Valadez, Robbie Santillan, Joel Rivera, Jesus Rivera, Charlie Valadez and Eli Rivera

He was preceded in death by mother, Ruth Aceves, step father, Manuel Aceves, maternal grandparents, Jesus and Marilena Martinez.

Survivors include his wife, Linda Torres - Longoria, father, Felix Longoria, Sr. of Othello, WA, daughter, Christina C. (David) Olivares of Belton, TX, daughter, Rose Marie (Ryan) Brister of Belton, TX, son, Stephen Oscar Torres of San Angelo, step son, William A. Torres of San Angelo, brother, Sam Longoria of San Angelo, brother, Felix Longoria, Jr. of San Angelo, brother, Norman Lopez of San Angelo, sisters, Carmen Longoria, Gina Longoria, Shannon Longoria and Mellie Longoria all of Othello, WA, and in laws, Paul (Irene) Torres of San Angelo.

A special thank you to both of the Vega and Rivera families for all the love and support and to aunt Martha Torres and uncle Joe for being with us until the very end. (Love you with all our hearts). All the nursing staff at Shannon 6 West for their support and kindness (You are truly ANGELS). And a very special thank you to Dr. Cole for being so supportive. May you all be blessed.

Dora Lopez Black, 69 of Big Lake went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 18, 2015 in Big Lake, Texas. The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Big Lake, Texas. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Big Lake, Texas. Interment will follow at Glen Rest Cemetery in Big Lake.
Dora was born on May 27, 1946 in Mertzon, TX to George and Augustine Flores Lopez. She married Willie James Black, Sr. on April 11, 1978 in Big Lake, Texas and they shared 37 beautiful years together. Dora worked at Reagan County Care Center as a Certified Nurse's Assistant for many years. Dora was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who devoted her life to her husband and family. She enjoyed dancing, collecting porcelain dolls and other collectible trinkets. She was a very giving person and she had a flair for giving people gifts no matter how big or small, she just wanted people to feel good and well loved. Her loyalty and devotion to her family and friends was unparalleled by anyone. Dora was a beautiful, strong woman of faith and was a longtime member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where her husband serves as Deacon. Dora will be dearly missed but her legacy of love and giving will live on in our hearts forever!
She was preceded in death by her parents. Dora is survived by her husband of 37 years, Willie James Black Sr. of Big Lake,; her sons Dr. Willie James Black Jr. and his wife Lisandra, of Universal City, Texas , and Cleon James Black and his wife Monica, of San Antonio, Texas; her Daughter, Lisa Marie Black of Big Lake., TX; her Grandchildren, Willie James Black III and Taina Nicole Black; and two special young ladies who Dora cherished and considered like a daughter and granddaughter, Greta Castillo and Savannah Ramirez, both of Big Lake; her Brother Mike Lopez of Odessa, TX.; her Sisters, Maria Cortez and her husband Robert, of Big Lake, TX, Anabel Castillo and her husband, Concepcion, of Austin ,TX , Louisa Narvaez and her husband Albert , of Big Lake, and Isabel Cowert, of Big Lake. Dora was also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and many close friends. The Pallbearers for the service will be Marcus Black, Joshua Black, Kevin Gatewood, Guadalupe Porres John Paul Castillo and Dewayne Lopez. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Adrian Torres, Timothy Porres, Devin Gatewood and J.R. Castillo.