Friday morning, June 25, 2015, Robert M. "Bob" Waldrep went to be with his Lord. He was born February 7, 1924. His parents were James A. and Adah V. Waldrep of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He graduated from Will Rogers High School in Tulsa in 1942. In the summer of 1943 he was inducted into the Army at Ft. Sill, Lawton, Oklahoma. He was a part of the Army Specialized Training Program in Commerce, Texas. In 1944, he was sent to the 99th Infantry Division at Camp Maxey where their training sargeant said "You college boys may think you are the cream of the crop, but I can tell you, as of now your cream has gone sour!" Bob always said, the man meant every word. They crossed the Atlantic on the USS Argentina in early winter, landed in England, crossed the English Channel into France and arrived in Belgium in time for the beginning of the Battle of the Bulge. They pushed the Nazis out of Belgium and crossed the Rhine River over the bridge at Remagen. Under heavy fire, Staff Sgt. Waldrep led his entire squad safely across the bridge a few hours before the bridge fell. In Ginsterthahn, Germany the young sargent sent his squad out of danger as he single handedly kept a German force preoccupied and delayed a German tank from attacking his men. 

Bob was awarded two Bronze Stars for Courage Under Fire, two Purple Hearts, and the Belgium Medal of Courage and Valor, among other medals.

After the war was over he returned to Oklahoma A&M (now OSU) to complete his education. There he met "Ruthie" and married her 2 1/2 years later after graduating. Together they raised four children and now enjoy 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. They celebrated 66 years of marriage together. 

Bob and Ruthie lived in Tulsa, Ft. Worth, Corpus Christi and Houston, Texas before retiring to San Angelo. He worked 29 years for Apollo Paper Company as a much revered salesman. He was an active deacon at Richmond Plaza Baptist Church and Houston's First Baptist Church. Most recently he was an honored member of Paul Ann Baptist Church, San Angelo.

Bob specialized in unconditional love and forgiveness. His entire family points to him as their definition of courage, determination, personal faith, genuine friendship, servant-leadership and integrity. 

He temporarily leaves behind his wife, Ruth Waldrep, children: Jim (& Peggy) Waldrep, Becky Woodall, David Waldrep, Sr. and Dana (& Jay) Dickens. Honorary pall bearers: Steven and Brandon Woodall, David Alan and Daniel Waldrep, Jason Dickens and Marshall Mcfadden.
The family will have a private graveside service with military honors under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. A Memorial Celebration will be held at 1:00 pm, Tuesday in the Baptist Retirement Chapel, 902 N. Main, San Angelo, Texas led by Pastor Kirt Dauphin of Paul Ann Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers: please donate to the Paul Ann Baptist Church Mission fund or the charity of your choice.

Chad Bryan Glidewell, 41, of San Angelo, was called to his eternal home in Heaven by his Lord and Savior in Dallas on Monday, June 22, 2015. He was born to Troy Glidewell, Jr. and Cathryn Pierce Glidewell on April 27, 1974 in Abilene, Texas at Dyess AFB. Chad worked as a painter, construction worker, and cook. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church. Chad was a 1992 graduate of Central High School, San Angelo where he played bass in the orchestra. He later attended Angelo State University. Chad was a free spirited man who touched many lives through his big heart and giving nature. Chad's love for his family was boundless. His ability to keep smiling and moving forward, no matter the obstacle will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. Chad was preceded in death by his step-father, Robert Louis "Louie" Ornelas; grandfather, Troy Glidewell, Sr.; and grandmother, Jean Olsen Stiles. 
A time of visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 pm on Friday, June 26, 2015 in the Johnson's Funeral Home of San Angelo. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 27, 2015 in the Valley View Cemetery in Robert Lee, Texas with Rev. Tommy Richardson officiating. Mario Troncoso, Jr., Alexander Angle, Bernie Garza, Oscar Ornelas, Robert Louis Ornelas, II., and Will "Bevo" Chittendon will serve as pallbearers. Memorial donations may be made to the "Somebody's Rusty" Outreach Ministry c/o First United Methodist Church, 37 E. Beauregard Avenue, San Angelo, Texas 76903. 
Survivors include his mother, Cathryn Ornelas; father and step-mother, Troy Glidewell, Jr. and Christine; siblings, Rheana Flores and Mario Troncoso, Daniel Flores and La'Sarah Fishlyn, Robert Louis Ornelas, II., Stephen Ornelas and wife, Jennifer, Oscar Ornelas and fiancé, Tiphany Orticke, and Dakota Glidewell; niece, Ella Troncoso; nephew, Aden Ornelas; grandparents, Patricia Glidewell, Milton and Sharalee Pierce, Alice Martinez, and Dan Flores; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends, including step-father, Danny Flores

Valarie Ann Hennigan, 56, of Splendora, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2015 in Houston after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born to James and Pansy Lawler Perkins on August 6, 1958 in San Angelo. She worked as a medical transcriptionist since she was in high school. Valarie married Michael Wayne Hennigan on March 24, 1979 in San Angelo. She was of Christian faith. Valarie was known as a people person. She never met a stranger and was always there to listen to others, often offering her help in any way she could. Valarie enjoyed dancing and traveling. She had tons of friends, who she kept in close contact with and brought her great joy. Valarie's greatest joy was her family. Spending time with and taking care of her family were the brightest moments of her life. Valarie's love of life and giving nature will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. She was preceded in death by her mother, Pansy Lawler Perkins. 

Memorial services will be held from 12:00 noon - 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at the Pearl On The Concho's meeting room.Survivors include her husband of 36 years, Michael Hennigan; daughter, Lacy Hennigan; son, Shawn Michael Hennigan and his wife, Catherine Dawn; grandsons, Connor Owen Hennigan and Cian Luke Hennigan; father, James Perkins; brothers, Ray and Roy Perkins; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. 

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.