Arrangements under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.

Patricia Oliver Isbell died Saturday morning, Sept. 6, 2014, in San Angelo, Texas. She was born in El Paso, Texas, April 18, 1927. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Jerrel C Isbell; her daughter, Patti Oefelein and husband Kenneth; two grandchildren, Rebecca Bartlett and husband Andy and Jonathan Oefelein; and great-grandson Bryce Jerrel Bartlett. Interment will be in Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please honor Patricia's memory by attending the next regularly scheduled worship service at your church with your family.

SAN ANGELO Alfredo C. Robles, 89, of Big Lake, Texas, passed away on Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, in Reagan County Care Center. He was born May 24, 1925, in Voss, Texas, to Rafael and Concepcion Robles. He was a rancher for many for the Smith and Harris families in the Water Valley and Big Lake, Texas, areas. He was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church in Big Lake, Texas, were his would support and help his wife with many church activities like preparing meals, church ground maintenance or whatever needed to be done. He also donated the flowers for the entry way at the church and would make and donate confetti eggs for St. Mary's Catholic Church Festival in San Angelo. He was a man of very few words but he loved his family, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all his friends, especially Robert and Nene, who would take him out to eat his favorite (enchiladas). In time he went to live at the care center where he made new friends and grew to love everyone there like his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cosme L. Robles; his parents, Rafael and Concepcion Robles; grandparents Mucio and Nativida Castillo; grandson Theadoro Lara; son-in-law Gilbert Lara Sr.; and brother-in-law Eloy Gonzales. Survived by his children, Connie Lara of Big Lake, Texas, Andy Robles and wife Maria of Castroville, Texas, and Virginia Martinez and husband Sammy of Big Lake, Texas; sisters Carolina Gonzales of San Angelo, Texas, and Maria Robledo of San Antonio, Texas; uncles and aunt whom he consider brothers and sister, Alberto Castillo, Jessie Castillo, Raymond Castillo and Eloisa Zuniga, all of San Angelo, Texas; and special children George Thompson of Houston, Texas, and Lisa Carrasco of Big Lake, Texas. Rosary was held Sunday in Johnson's Funeral Home chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 8, 2014, at St. Margaret's Catholic Church in Big Lake. Graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Paint Rock Cemetery, Paint Rock, Texas. The family wishes to thank the staff of Reagan County Care Center and hospital and also Dr. Sudolcan and his staff for all the care they gave our father. We also want to express our deepest appreciation to the girls of the Hospice of San Angelo who cared so lovingly for him, Vicki, Ann and Rosemarie.

Katherine Loftin Ivey (Teenie) was born Aug. 26, 1926, to Clyde and Leda Byler Loftin in Mertzon at the home of her grandparents, J.W. and Annie Byler. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014. Katherine graduated from Mertzon High School as salutatorian in 1943, and San Angelo Business College in 1944. She married Aubrey Ray Ivey on July 3, 1946. They resided in Big Lake where she worked at Reagan and Irion County ASCS. Then later worked at the Reagan County Memorial Hospital until her retirement when she moved with her husband to Mertzon in 1989. Mother was known for her wonderful cooking. She cooked for Wednesday church suppers and all family holiday gatherings. Her turkey and dressing were the finest. She was active in Beta Sigma Phi and Christian Women Fellowship. She was always there for her family, taking them to church supporting activities with good food, sewing dresses, shopping and attending recitals. She loved her bridge club, dance club and Home Demonstration Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Leda Loftin; brother Sam Loftin; and granddaughter Angie Dolan Gryder. She is survived by her husband, Aubrey Ray; daughters Kathy Dolan and husband Mike and Linda Arms and husband Bill, all of Mertzon; granddaughters LaShaunn Bold and husband Ray of Arlington and Michelle Dolan and husband Alan Drennan of Mertzon; grandson-in-law Brandon Gryder of Mertzon; great-grandsons Carson, Dolan, Brad and Riley; grandson-in-law Shannon Rushing of San Angelo; and one sister, Mary Moos of San Angelo. graveside service is planned to celebrate her life at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, in Mertzon Cemetery with the Rev. Denise Bloomquist of First Christian Church of Mertzon where she was a member. We would like to thank the Springs Alzheimer's Care Center, Hope House and Hospice of San Angelo for all their care and support

Sandra Jean Norris Brown, loving mother, proud grandmother, devoted daughter, treasured friend, inspiring teacher and coach went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, September 1, 2014.

A memorial service, celebrating her life will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday September 5, 2014 at Robert Massie funeral Chapel, 402 Rio Concho Drive, San Angelo Texas. Interment will follow in Greenleaf Cemetery, 2615 US 377 Brownwood, Texas at 3:00 p.m.

Visitation will be Thursday, September 4, 2014 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Robert Massie Funeral Home

Sandy was born August 28, 1942 in Brownwood, Texas to James E. Norris and Doris Lorene Reece Norris. She is survived by son James Brown, daughters Pamela and husband John Potter their daughters Laci and Natalie, Angela and husband Eric Butler their boys Cade and Cole; mother Doris Norris and many extended family members and special friends. Her dad, James E Norris preceded her in death.

She accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was baptized in 1954 at Lake View Baptist Church. Sandy had a unique close walk with Jesus. She always thanked God for leading her through many, many trials and tribulations of life; constantly reminding
everyone God was faithful and His Word was true. She stood firm on His promises.
She fought a courageous three year battle with cancer. She never gave up praising God.

The family moved to San Angelo when Sandy was five years old. She began her schooling career at Lake View School in 1948 and graduated in 1960. Upon graduation from high school she began her college education at Lon Morris Art Institute a Jr. College in Jacksonville. She completed her Bachelor Degree and Master’s Degree at Angelo State University,

Sandy married Jim Brown May 27, 1961. To this union a much loved son, Jimmy was born March 1963. Sandy worked, helping Jim to finish his college education. After twelve years of marriage they were blessed with two precious little girls; Angela was born March 1973 followed by Pamela in March 1974. Their family was complete.

The family moved from Jacksonville back to San Angelo. She began her career in education at Edison Jr. High; teaching and coaching. She was athletic director at Big Spring High School, Coahoma High School, Belton High School, Waco University and Lorena High School.


In 1991 Sandy moved to San Angelo where she taught and coached at Lincoln Jr. High moving up to Lake View High School in 1993. She taught and coached in Lubbock, Littlefield, Friona and Odessa.

Sandy’s greatest pleasure in life; apart from her grandchildren, was seeing the light of
knowledge come on in a young persons eyes as she taught and coached life skills. Their success was the high light of her life. Her family and students were her life.

Music was a huge part of Sandy’s life. She could play the piano like Jerry Lee Lewis and
sing like Brenda Lee. She brought great joy and pleasure to others through her music. She loved to sing and what a dancer she was.

Sandy cared for her mom, “Nanny” for several years before finally moving her into her home in Midland. Nanny continually wanted to move back to her old home in San
Angelo, so being the devoted daughter she was Sandy retired from teaching and once
again returned to San Angelo to become her mom’s full time caregiver. As Nanny’s health continued to fail; Sandy had to move her to a health care facility.

As a single mom, at various times during her kids growing up years she took on several
enterprising adventures to help provide the funds for their education and needs she felt were important for them to be successful in their lives. Some of her entrepreneur activities included small ranching, flower shop, insurance, karaoke, eight line machine, video, and pet store businesses.

While she was a success on many levels during her life, Sandy excelled most in her relationships with those she loved. She was dedicated in her loyalties to both family and friends. If Sandy advocated for someone they felt the strength of an army behind them; an army that would stand firm until the battle was complete. She went through life courageous and that courage supported many along the way. Always solid and steadfast, she was a rock in shifting sand.

Sandy was a loving, caring, committed, dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, friend and caregiver to all. She modeled Christian Godly behavior for her family, students and friends. Always sacrificing, trying to do the right thing, she was selfless in giving to others, whether love, time, money or possessions. Everyone was welcome to her home. Many teenagers found a place of refuge and home at Sandy’s house; her doors were always open and her phone available when a need arose.

A country girl at heart, Sandy realized her life long dream of living in the country the last year and half of her life. She loved sitting on the porch in her rocking chair, soaking in a beautiful sunrise or a brilliant sunset, drinking her coke. Her idea of heaven on earth was caring for her flowers and pot plants, feeding the wild birds and her farm animals, feeling
gentle breezes and watching soft rain drops. She considered herself blessed beyond measure.

Wear bright colors for Sandy!

The family wishes to thank the following people who helped them through this most difficult time, Stephnie Holt, Dorothy Kasberg, Ella Rose Morris, Patricia Martinez
Scarlet O’Brien, Beth Smith, Bonnie Reed, Ruben and Alma Reyes, Dr David Cummings, Wanda Lange, RN CNS ADCNS, Dr. Carl Anderton, Dr. J Michael Cornell, Staff of Shannon Hospital, Hospice of San Angelo, and Staff at Rotary House of Hope (Baptist Retirement Community). R

Arrangements under the direction of Johnson's Funeral Home, San Angelo, TX.

Connie G. Fowler, Beautiful wife, devoted daughter, caring sister, Loving mother and wonderful grandmother and great grandmother, finished her race here on earth and flew with her Savior to her heavenly mansion, Tuesday, September 2, 2014.

Connie was born December 11, 1953 in Snyder, Tx. to Darrell and Margetta Black. She spent her early years in Snyder and then moved with her parents to begin her school years in San Angelo. She attended Travis Elementary, Washington 7th Grade, Glenn Jr. High where she was an 8th and 9th grade cheerleader and finished at San Angelo Central High School where she was a member of the Tex-Anns.

Connie worked for over 30 years in women's fashion, first in Midland and then San Angelo at many popular retail establishments, Jackson's, Mathis-Baze and finished her retail career at the Carriage.

Connie was a woman devoted to her Savior, Jesus Christ, and spent hours reading, studying and teaching about her Lord. Within the family, she was always the person to whom everyone looked to know the scriptures and to help them understand the ways of the Lord. Connie was a shining example of how to show God's love, expressing that love in every area of her life.

Connie is preceded in death by her father Darrell and her son Jeromy. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Steve Fowler, her mother Margetta Black, her brother, Rodney Black and wife Rikke, her daughter, Jennifer Ensminger Johnson, her daughter, Cori Miears and husband Bryan and daughter Pamela Hernandez and husband Junior. Also surviving Connie are her precious grandchildren who loved their Woowoo. They are Treasure Ensminger, Noah Johnson, Jaxon Johnson, Logan Miears, Madison Miears, Payton Miears, Coda Hernandez and Jonah Hernandez. The most precious was her newest addition, William Bentley Ensminger Rufenacht, great grandson, born to her oldest granddaughter Treasure and Conner Rufenacht on Connie's birthday December 11, 2013. Connie is also survived by her niece, Rikke' Flores and husband Isaac, her niece, Kylie Black and nephew, Hayden Black and two great nieces, Kezlyn and Preslee.

Our family would like to thank everyone at San Angelo Community Hospital. The doctors, nurses, aides, and everyone else were all so very kind and caring to Connie. Also, we would like to thank the doctors at West Texas Medical Associates, especially the wonderful people at Dr. Tamera Noack's office. And Dr. Stephen Coates, although for only a short while, you did your best to help her. And lastly, Hospice of San Angelo, you helped Connie finish her race with grace. You were all so wonderful and thoughtful in trying to help Connie deal with her illness.

Services will be held at Johnson's funeral Home with family visitation, Thursday, September 4, from 7-9 p.m. and celebration of Connie's life in the Chapel at Johnson's Funeral Home, Friday, September 5, at 2 p.m. with graveside services at Fairmount Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be Chad Claxton, Tommy Pettitt, Todd Guy, Hayden Black, Terry Shipley, Brad Behrandt, Justin Shipley and Isaac Flores. Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Noah Johnson, Logan Miears, Jaxon Johnson and Conner Rufenacht.

We are going to miss you Woowoo. Thumb kisses and sleep with Jesus' angels.