Curtis Arnold “Papa Bear” Cozby, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday February 2, 2015.

Coach Cozby’s life both on and off the football field was an illustration of a compassionate, caring and giving man who touched the lives of so many individuals.

A memorial service will be at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at the Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Arrangements are with Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Curtis was born on February 1, 1935 in Gorman, Texas to Curtis Pounds and Mattie Sue (Slaughter) Cozby. Curtis grew up in De Leon, Texas and went on to attend Howard Payne University where he excelled in football, setting numerous records and received a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. He then furthered his education by obtaining a master’s degree and counselor’s certification from Texas A&M University.

Curtis was an educator of the San Angelo Independent School District for over 30 years where he coached and mentored many student athletes. After his retirement, Curtis was an active member of the San Angelo Retired Teachers Association.

Curtis married Joan Poulter Cozby in 1981. They enjoyed 33 years of marriage. Curtis and Joan loved traveling and reminiscing about family and friends.

Curtis was preceded in death by his wife, Joan; parents, Curtis and Mattie Sue; sister, Dorothy Ann Cozby; son, Mark Alan Cosby; and a grandson, Paul Alan Cozby.

Curtis is survived by his son, Curtis Lynn Cozby and his wife Olga of Devine, Texas; grandson, Lon Ellis Cozby of Devine, Texas; granddaughter, Caitlin Anne Couch and her husband Jerod of Burnet, Texas; granddaughter, Stephanie Lowrance of Cedar Park, Texas; great grandson, Aden Wayne Couch of Burnet, Texas; step daughter, Kimberly Hatem of San Angelo, Texas; stepson, Charles Hatem of Everett, WA; nephew, Michael Poulter and his wife Patricia of San Angelo, Texas; many dear friends and his favorite buddy, Rusty, his apricot toy poodle.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a charitable donation be made in memory of Curtis to the San Angelo Retired Teachers Scholarship Fund, C/O Sue Taylor, 3214 Forest Hill, San Angelo, Texas 76904 or to your favorite charity.

The family would like to express a special thank you to the nursing staff and caregivers of Shannon Medical Center and Senior Care of Meadow Creek Nursing Center.

Papa, husband and coach, you will be dearly missed by all.

Manuel Vega Rodriguez, 89 went to be with the Lord on Thursday January 29, 2015 at an area care center.

Viewing will be 8am to 8pm Saturday January 31, 2015and 1pm to 5pm on Sunday February 1, 2015 at Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Manuel was born on April 4, 1925 to Secundino and Guadalupe (Vega) Rodriguez in Rio Grande City. Manuel worked in Slaton managing cotton fields and later worked at Angelo Pellets and retired from SAISD. On April 20, 1955, he married Dolores Herrera in Mexico. Manuel and Dolores lived in San Angelo, Texas.

He loved his grandchildren and spending quality time with them, traveling to visit his family in the Valley, John Wayne movies and westerns.

He was preceded in death by mother, Guadalupe( Vega) Rodriguez, father, Secundino Rodriguez.

Manuel is survived by loving spouse of 59 years, Dolores, daughters, Imelda (Amy) Luera and husband, Ringo of San Angelo, Anita Rodriguez; sons, Mike Rodriguez and wife, Nancy, serving his country in Japan and Manuel Rodriguez Jr.; grandson, Balente M. Gonzales and wife, Gracie of Taylor, TX; two granddaughters, Angelica C. Luera, Johnnie Rae Luera, both of San Angelo, two great-grandsons, Mike Anthony Rodriguez, Andres M. Gonzales; four great-granddaughters, Alani Marie Rodriguez, Layla Elise Zeric, Justice Runae Ward, and Ysabella O. Gonzales

David Gene Franks was born Oct. 15, 2930, to Tommy Franks and Thelma Sesson Franks in Sonora, Texas. Growing up in the depression to a game warden and a waitress, he lived in many different Texas cities.He was drafted into the Army in 1951 as a Ranger and was sent home in 1952, after the tragic death of his father in Fort Stockton.In 1953, he moved to Angelo, working odd jobs but eventually in front-end alignments for Sid Lumley. In 1955, with the help of his charm, race skills and his 1932 Coupe, he met Kay Koon. They were soon married.In 1969, he opened his own front-end alignment shop on 5th Street, then in the late 1970s moved to Good Year Proving Grounds to work on trucks and front ends. In his spare time, he raced drag boats, which at the time of his death, he still owned. He also loved working on old cars, especially his 1927 Ford and 1956 Chevy.He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; uncles and cousins.He is survived by wife of 58 years, Kay of San Angelo; daughter Gena Franks-Hughs and husband Mark; and his sister and brother-in-law, Jan and Perry Richardson of Del Rio.In lieu of flowers, please give to Hospice of San Angelo or the Humane Society of San Angelo.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, in the chapel at Johnson's Funeral Home

John Joseph Moran, 81, passed away on February 2, 2015.
He was born October 16, 1933 in Kilkenny, Ireland to Thomas Moran and Ellen Kinchella Moran.
John came to the US after high school and enlisted in the US Air Force in 1953. He became a US citizen while in the service before being discharged in 1961.
He met his wife Luetta while they were both stationed in San Antonio, TX. They were married there and were together for thirty-two years. She preceded him in death in 1993.
John enjoyed sports and family. He was a lifelong Cowboys fan and also enjoyed watching the Texas Rangers. He enjoyed get togethers with family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and two brothers, Michael and Frank.
John is survived by five sons; Mike Moran and wife Sharon, Tommy Moran and wife Julie, Mark Moran, Tony Moran and wife Kathryn and Sean Moran and wife Darla; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren; two sisters Marie Power and Teresa Moran both of Ireland; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to thank the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their care and support.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Gentiva Hospice Foundation or a charity of your choice

Charles Sonnenberg went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at his home in Bronte Texas.

Charles was born February 14, 1941 to LJ Sonnenberg and Marguerite Tinkler Sonnenberg in Mereta, Texas and received his diploma from Mereta School District. Charles moved to Midland in 1969 to start his career as a computer programmer for First National Bank of Midland and also worked for Eagle Computing and Parker and Parsley Petroleum until 1994. Charles met his loving wife, Dorris Saunders of Bronte and they married November 22, 1987. Charles and Dorris moved to Bronte in the Spring of 1994 where Charles joined Concho Business Solutions, a family owned business located in San Angelo and retired from there in January 2001. Charles served the communities he lived in as a member of the Kiwanis and Optimist Clubs of Midland, Lions Club of Bronte, Bronte City Council and the Bronte Nursing Home Board, he also volunteered as “driver” for the East Coke County Ambulance Service.
Charles loved his Family, Neighbors, Friends and his Friday night “socials” at the house, where he would catch up on all the local happenings.

Charles was preceded in death by his Father, LJ Sonnenberg; Mother, Marguerite (Tinkler) Sonnenberg; Two Bothers; Arthur Sonnenberg and Bruce Sonnenberg.

Charles is survived by his wife Dorris of twenty-seven years; Son Chuck Sonnenberg and Wife Amy of San Angelo; Daughter Carla Sorenson and husband Rick of Midland; Son Mike Saunders of Bronte. Six Grandchildren; Melissa Montez of San Antonio; Garrett Davidson and Wife Julie of Odessa; Kolton Sonnenberg of San Angelo; Jaylon Saunders of Bronte; Madeline Davidson of College Station; and Kord Sonnenberg of San Angelo. One Great-granddaughter; Gracie Mae Davidson of Odessa. One Brother, Otto Sonnenberg and Wife Georganna of Early and one Sister Wilma Haynie of San Angelo; Two Sister-n-laws; Fran Sonnenberg of Bronte and Donna Raines of Sumner; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held at the home of Charles and Dorris, located at 424 South Franklin in Bronte Texas, February 7, 2015 at 2:00 pm. Arrangements are by Shaffer Funeral Home.
The Family requests, in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to East Coke County Ambulance Service at PO Box 357, Bronte, Texas 76933.

Peggy Ann Williams, 63, passed away January 22, 2015 at her residence due to complications of illness. She was born on March 4, 1951, in Ballinger, Texas to Clyde and Lillian Socha Williams, she was the oldest of three children. She graduated from Ballinger High School and moved to San Angelo to attend Angelo State University. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University and a Master's degree from A.S.U. Peggy taught at Grand Falls Royalty near Ft. Stockton, in 1975. In 1976 she moved to San Angelo and began her teaching/coaching career at Central High School, then Lee Jr. High. She coached tennis and taught Health until she retired in 2003 when she began substituting for S.A.I.S.D. Peggy had no children of her own, but considered her students her "children". Peggy had a superb memory and remembered all the students names and genuinely cared about their well-being. She was belovedly called "Coach", "Old Smoky" and "Miss Piggy". Peggy was known for her sence of humor. She was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. Preceding her in death were her parents Clyde Williams and Lillian Williams Holubec, stepfather Alfons Hdubec and brother Dan Williams. Peggy is survived by her brother David Williams (Teresa) and nieces and nephews, Ashley, Tiffany and Zachary Williams, and Katelin Steadman (Justin), Hayze Steadman, Callie Williams and Tara Williams, many caring relatives, her beloved parrot Mitilda and dog, Nick. There will be no formal visitation, however Peggy will be "in state" at Johnson's Funeral Home on Sunday, February 1st, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., for those wishing to express their sympathy. A graveside service will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery at Ballinger, TX., on Tuesday, February 3, at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Johnson's Funeral Home to help defray cost of the funeral.

Archie R. Spain went to the loving arms of Jesus on January 30, 2015.
Archie was born in Draper, NC; an US Navy Veteran of the Korean War; worked as a machinist at San Angelo Grinding & Co. and Ethicon.
He is survived by his loving spouse of fifty-one years, Alta “Ruth” Spain, and their nine children: Sue Crocker (Robert), Chuck Warick (Julie), Gary Warick (Carolyn). Alicia Wheeler (Tony), Carol Boyce (Bennie), Ford Warick (Sharon), Sandra Whittington (Tim), Shirley Medders (Gene), and (Jennifer Spain), twenty-four grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his son, Roy, and his parents and siblings.
Memorial Services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 7, 2015 at Lake View Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to Lake View Baptist Church. Arrangements are by Shaffer Funeral Home/Sherwood Way.