Wanda Patricia “Pat” Thornton Davis of San Angelo, Texas, went home to her Lord on March 22, 2015 at the age of 88, just two and a half months shy of her 89th birthday. She was born June 9, 1926 in Arkansas City, Kansas to William Clarence “Nick” Carter and Margaret Crawford Carter. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Margaret “Tommye” Carter Burkholder, ex-husband Gene Gosney, former husband James Lee “Jay” Thornton, brother in-law Earnie Beaver, niece Debbie Chaney, and grandchild Brandon Thornton. She is survived by her husband Charles E. Davis; sister Etolia Ann ”Toady” Beaver of Midwest City, Oklahoma and her son Randy Chaney and family; brother in-law Ben Burkholder and family; son Thomas “T” Gosney Thornton and wife Pamela of San Angelo and son Michael Eugene Gosney and wife Connie of Novato, California; grandchildren Eric Teal Gosney Thornton and wife Eva of San Angelo and their children: Thomas, Erica, Emmanuel Eugene, and Pete Thornton; Tiana Lee Thornton Hennings and husband Mark and their son Cohan Gosney Hennings; grandchildren Tammy Gosney Cooke and Michael Eugene Gosney, Jr. of Sacramento, California; and three great-great granddaughters.

In 1943 Pat married Gene Gosney, right out of high school in Seminole, Oklahoma. They were blessed with two sons, Mike and Tom. As the heavy-weight boxing champion for the US Army and later a professional fighter, Gene travelled to exciting venues such as the Chicago Champions’ Club, Madison Square Garden and many, many more across the USA. Of course, Pat often went to cheer him on, her youthful beauty sparking the crowd to louder cheers! Later after their divorce, Pat returned to San Angelo where she attended San Angelo Business College and went on to work as an executive secretary in Midland with Black, Sivalls and Bryson, Inc.. She then met James Lee Thornton, while he was stationed at Goodfellow Air Force Base as an instructor pilot. The two married in April of 1956 and travelled the world together. Stationed in Germany as a fighter pilot during the Cold War, Jay introduced his bride to the great European capitals—the two of them always ready for an adventure! Later during Jay’s remaining service, they lived in Arizona, Del Rio, TX, Omaha, NE, Alabama, Washington D.C. and finally returned full-circle to San Angelo, where Jay died in November of 1992 after working for Baptist Memorial Hospital for 18 years as the BMH Food Service Director.

Pat was a long time member of the First Methodist Church of San Angelo, The Business Men’s Bible Class, San Angelo Symphony Guild, The New Timers’ Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, Goodfellow Officers’ Club; several bridge clubs, La Paloma Dance Club and many other civic organizations. Pat often tickled the family with her lively sense of “telling it like it is” and her love of “putting on the dog”! When the new fashions or hairstyles arrived, Pat always turned out sporting them. She moved everything out of her double-wide closet from season-to-season (her husband had a closet elsewhere, who cared?), keeping the big stores and re-sale stores in business. Nothing made her madder than seeing another woman dressed identically to herself at church or a function. (Hemphill Wells, Gabriel’s, and Dillard’s heard all about it the next day as they rushed to return her money!)

After Jay’s death and 12 years of living on her own, Charles E. Davis came back into Pat’s life. Charlie had known Pat when she was in Big Lake in the 1950’s, and he still claims he has been “smitten” with her ever since. She was the “love of his life.” They were married on January 6, 2004 and enjoyed 11 wonderful years together. Pat and Charlie were often spotted having lunch around town (a daily event), but few knew of their clandestine visits to Dairy Queen after Pat’s care givers went home…

Throughout her life, Pat adored big family get-togethers (even if someone had just died) and her siblings and cousins played significant roles in this giant drama! Surrounded by Beavers, Burkholders, Chaneys, Dorseys, Goldwires, Kirbys, Rawls, and Yorks—Pat certainly commanded the “queen bee” role, her banter intermittently sparking eruptions of raucous laughter or a shocked silence followed by snickering stage whispers. Good Lord—stirring it up with a big stick—Miss Pat epitomized a true Texas “hoot” to her family.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 6pm – 7 pm on Thursday, March 26, 2015. Services will be at 10:00 AM March 27, 2015 at Robert Massie Funeral Home, 402 Rio Concho Dr., San Angelo, TX with Dr. Darrell T. Smith, officiating. The family would like to thank Concho Valley Home Health, especially Sarah, Ivy, and Arlene for the kind and vigilant care of our Pat. Guests may register online at robertmassie.com.

Dorothy Jean (McNeely) Stiles, age 81, entered into eternal life on March 20, 2015, after a brief illness.

Dorothy was born on June 2, 1933 at Cisco, Texas, to parents Winfrey H. and Jessie Mae (Volker) McNeely.

After graduating from Corpus Christi Roy Miller High School she was united in holy matrimony with the love of her life, Bobby Stiles, at the Methodist Church of Corpus Christi. This union would last 64 years, interrupted only by her passing. Dorothy soon became an Air Force wife, faithfully following Bobby on his various assignments around the world. Along the way they became the parents of three daughters and one son. They saw many wonderful sights together, her favorite being Okinawa. Dorothy and Bobby's last duty assignment was at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas, where they decided to finally put down roots in 1970.

While in San Angelo Dorothy began her career teaching special needs children, which brought her great personal and professional satisfaction. She truly loved helping mentor the children, and retired after 17 years of dedicated service. Dorothy also served many years as district manager for the Sarah Coventry Jewelry Company.

Dorothy also dedicated herself to her family, various hobbies and organizations. She enjoyed cake decorating, so much so that she taught cake decorating classes at San Angelo State University. She also loved sewing and fancy embroidering, making numerous special gifts for her family and friends. 

Dorothy was an avid member of the women's chapter of the American Vietnam Veterans Association as well as the TOPS dietary management club, where she served as president for one year. Dorothy considered many TOPS members close friends. She was a faithful member of the Sierra Vista United Methodist Church in San Angelo as well.

Dorothy Jean was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Bobby; sister Virginia Lee Land of San Antonio, Texas; children: Katherine (Robert) Hargrove of Canton, Texas, Linda (Pat) Wade of San Antonio, Texas, Nancy (Rudi) Wallace of Midland, Texas, and Robert (Gwen) Stiles of Huntington Woods, Michigan; grandchildren: Stacey (Lio) Obregon, Stephen Hargrove, Robert Hillin, Daniel Hillin, Nicholas Wallace, and Benjamin Stiles; great-grandchildren: Carson Obregon, Emma Obregon, Danae Hargrove, Aydan Hargrove; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and best friend Louise Rhodes; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

Family visitation is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2015 at Johnson's Funeral Home. Church service is at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Ken Dahlberg officiating. Burial will follow immediately after in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name can be made to Sierra Vista United Methodist Church. 

Rest in peace, dear mother

Bennett William "B.W." Reed, 91, of San Angelo, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2015 in a local care center. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Monday, March 23, 2015 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held 10 AM Tuesday, March 24, 2015 Ivy Cemetery in Christoval with Eddie Howard officiating.

B.W. was born on March 26, 1923 to Mary Pearl and Bennett William Reed Sr. in Carlsbad. He served his country by joining the United States Navy during WWII and serving his time in the Solomon Islands. He married Ona Marie Boultinghouse on September 15, 1950 in San Antonio. B.W. was an active member of the Church of Christ where he enjoyed serving the church. B.W. enjoyed building and repairing anything and everything for his family and friends. 

B.W. is survived by daughters, Jenny Reed of Grand Prairie, Loretta Boyd and husband Larry of Christoval, son Bennett Reed, III and wife Terri of Sacramento, CA, daughter-in-law Melanie Reed of San Angelo, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ona Marie Reed, sons Ronald C. Reed and Vernon J. Reed, brothers Marvin Reed and Curtis Reed, and sister Anita Weldon.

The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Gentiva Hospice and the staff of Mytlewood Estates. 

In lieu of flowers memorial can be made to the Christoval Church of Christ, P.O. Box 15, Christoval, TX 76935.

Cynthia Louise Bishop, age 65, passed away the morning of March 20, 2015 after a brief battle with cancer. Cindy was born on February 11, 1950 in San Angelo, TX to Marvin “Red” B. Robertson and the late Pearl P. Grosshans.
Cindy is survived by her partner, Wilbert “Scooter” Faull; daughters Amy Bishop and Jacquelyn Hernandez of San Angelo, TX; granddaughters Bailey and Tristan Hernandez; and several relatives and friends
Cindy taught special education for 27 years, 19 of those in San Angelo, before “retiring”. She went on to work for Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Angelo, White Sands National Monument in New Mexico, and spent the last 7 years as a guide and teacher for Fort Concho Historic Site in San Angelo.
During her free time Cindy enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. Over the years she enjoyed yearly trips to the beach with her daughters and was a frequent visitor to Big Bend National Park and the Davis Mountains.
There will be a private visitation and remembrance for family members and friends at 3202 S. Oxford Drive, San Angelo, TX from 4PM to 7PM on Tuesday, March 24, 2015.

Jim Castaneda Ornelas, 76 of San Angelo, passed away on March 19, 2015 surrounded by his family at his home. Rosary will be recited 6 PM Sunday, March 19. 2015 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 AM Monday, March 20, 2015 a St. Mary Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

He was born on December 22, 1938 to Adela Castaneda and Santiago Ornelas in San Angelo. As a young man, Jim joined the United States Army and was honorably discharged on January 31, 1965. On May 3, 1959 he married Mercedes Soto at St. Mary Catholic Church in San Angelo. Jim enjoyed a good cowboy movie and one of his fondest memories as a young man was caddying for Randolph Scott at the San Angelo Country Club. He loved the game of golf and was a member of Pan American Golf Association.

Jim is survived by his loving spouse of 55 years Mercedes Ornelas, son Jim Ornelas Jr. and wife GayDonna, daughter Kathy Castanuela and husband Daniel, grandchildren Jimmy Ornelas and wife Melissa, Danny Castanuela, Kara Ornelas, and Alexandra Castanuela, great-grandchildren Tru Ornelas and Zaydrien Muro, and brother Joe C. Ornelas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved sister Dell Ornelas.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staffs of Angels Home Health and Gentiva Hospice for their love and care during Jim's illness.

Gerald "Jerry" Howard Lohse, 71, died Saturday, March 14, of injuries received in an automobile accident.
Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 20, in Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel of San Angelo with the Dr. J.A. McDaniel officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Visitation is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Johnson's.
He was born November 16, 1943, in San Angelo and attended San Angelo public schools before being married to Edith Maxine Long on August 9, 1963. They were married more than 51 years. Maxine, or "Mac" to everyone who knew her, died December 30, 2014.
Jerry's early work career included a variety of jobs, as well as long stint working on oil well service units. An accomplished truck driver, he was happiest behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer rig. He was employed by David Darnell Construction.
Although he seldom took time off from work, Jerry managed to "go fishing" with his children and grandchildren. He occasionally reflected on trips he had made to Port Aransas with his family. He also spent many hours on the weekend watching NASCAR and the Dallas Cowboys with his dear friend, A.B. Minnix.
Survivors include three daughters, Karen Miller of Austin, Darla Harper of San Antonio and Teresa Riley of San Angelo; a brother, Arlen Lohse and wife Mary 'Beth Lohse of San Angelo; a sister, Joyce Lawler of Saginaw; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren who are already missing "Paw"; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Jerry was also preceded in death by his father, Henry Lohse; mother, Dora Lorene Spears; and twin infant sons, Ricky Gene Lohse and Mickey Dean Lohse.
Pallbearers will be Cody Williamson, Jess Williamson, Justin Long, Todd Harper, Monty Darnell and Jody Darnell.

Juan Leonardo Ocon, 27, passed away Monday, March 16, 2015, in Glasscock County, Texas. He was born August 23, 1987, in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Jesus and Lilia Manzanares Ocon.

Juan is survived by his wife, Martha Silva; children, Camila Ocon and Luis Ocon; grandmother, Juanita Gonzalez; brother, Sergio Ocon of Ciudad Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico; sister, Daisy Fonseca of Colorado; and by his parents.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 2:00 P.M. at Saint Therese Catholic Church in Carlsbad, TX, 76934, 11774 Beaumont St., (325) 465-8062, with Deacon Daniel Pena officiating. Interment will follow at Grape Creek Cemetery in Grape Creek, TX.