Barbara Ann Barton of Knickerbocker, TX passed away on January 18, 2023, at the age of 82.

She was born on February 26, 1940 in San Angelo, TX, to parents Laverne and Tyson Gentry. She has two sisters, Sharon Gentry, Ginger Allen, and one brother, David Gentry. She grew up in Sherwood, TX, and attended school at Mertzon. The family farm and 4-H sheep projects, as well as basketball, were dear to her heart early on.

After high school, she earned her bachelor's degree with a teacher’s certification in science and math at Hardin Simmons University in Abilene, TX. She met the love of her life, Lewis Barton, and they were married on May 30, 1962. They settled in Knickerbocker, TX. She had a daughter, Christi (husband Eric Madsen), and a son, Dustin (wife Missy Barton). For many years, she taught math and science to Junior High and High School students, first at Edison in San Angelo and then at Christoval. She earned a master’s degree at New Mexico Highlands in science. She sponsored many students in science fairs and UIL events over the years. She then became an instructor at Angelo State University.

After retiring, she became an author and self published nine books, covering local history and characters such as Ben Ficklin, outlaws and pistol-packin’ preachers. She was active in the Tom Green County Historical Society and published articles in rural magazines such as The Ranch Magazine. She was a steadfast supporter of her grandkids Meagan, Justin, Amber, and great grandson Julian. She made specialty jams from cactus to sell with her books at local arts and crafts shows and enjoyed the small community life. She enjoyed membership and service in several churches over the years and was a sports fan.

A Memorial Service will be held at Harper’s Funeral Home in San Angelo, TX on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 2pm. Mills Caraway will officiate. A reception will follow at the Knickerbocker Community Center. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to your favorite charity.

Emmett Don Butts, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 17, 2023.

He was born on March 29, 1939, in Knickerbocker, Texas to Charles Voy and Ruby Ann Butts. On June 19, 1957, Don married the love of his life, Betty Darlene Ford, in San Angelo where they resided 62 years before her heavenly home going. They have three sons.

Don graduated from Lake View High School in 1957. He attended San Angelo Jr. College through 1959. Upon graduation, Don went to work as comptroller for Terrill Manufacturing Architectural Millwork until his retirement in 2004.

Don was a lifelong member and dedicated adult Sunday school teacher of Lifepoint Baptist Church in San Angelo, Texas, (formally Baptist Temple). He served as Chairman of the deacon board for 48 years. Lifepoint has honored him with the title of “Deacon Emeritus”.

Don was very active in the community, serving as representative for San Angelo district two (2) for several years before being elected Mayor of San Angelo for the 1991 – 1992 term. He also served on the San Angelo Planning Commission, Chamber of Commerce Board, Chairman of San Angelo Industries for two (2) years, Rio Concho Board for eight (8) years – four (4) of those as Chairman.

The Butts family is truly thankful the Lord allowed Don Butts to be our husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Don was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed the time he spent in the field with his sons. Whether hunting or fishing, dad always looked forward to the fellowship ahead. The memories will forever be cherished

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Voy and Ruby Ann Butts, three brothers, Voy Lee Butts, Gene Butts and Charles Butts, one sister, Maureen McNeil, and several aunts and uncles. He is survived by his three sons, Ted Butts and wife Renee of Mertzon, Texas, Todd Butts and wife Paula of Bedford, Texas and Troy Butts and wife Deborah of Plano, Texas, seven grandchildren, Trevor Butts and wife Jennifer of Robert Lee, Texas, Courtney Piaz and husband Justin, of Mertzon, Texas, Chelsea Kennedy and husband Cemeron of Bedford, Texas, Jacee Butts of Stephenville, Texas, Austin Butts and wife Christina of Frisco, Texas, Avery Anderson and husband Jackson of Plano, Texas and Aaron Butts and wife Caroline of Richardson, Texas, five great grandchildren, Jaelyn and Blake Piaz of Mertzon, Texas, Nathanael Butts of Robert Lee, Texas, Charlotte Butts of Frisco, Texas, and Jack Wayne Anderson IV of Plano, Texas. Other survivors include a brother, Bill Butts and wife Mary, sister-in-law, Charlene Cauley and husband Leo. Don is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

The visitation will be on Friday, January 20, 2023, at Lifepoint Baptist Church from 6:00-8:00pm. Funeral Service will be at 2:00pm, Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Lifepoint Baptist Church, with Rev. Jay Clatworthy and Bill Butts officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Patricia Ann Fillip, 84, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on January 15, 2023.

Visitation will be from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM Monday, January 23, 2023 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Greg Breedlove, pastor at First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Fillip was born on September 11, 1938 in Ballinger to Hazel and Zach Tounget. Pat lived in Concho Valley her entire life and graduated from Bronte High School. She married John Paul Fillip on April 8th, 1964 in San Angelo, Texas and became a widow in October 2010.

Pat was a loving and outgoing person who lived a full and happy life. She loved raising her sons and was a boy scout den mother and Santa Rita elementary PTA member when they were younger. Nothing was more important than ensuring her boys had opportunities to thrive in life. She was also a competitive person and enjoyed racing sailboats with her husband John. The pair even wore custom bathing suits that matched the sailboat they raced in. After winning plenty of regattas, Pat became very active in her church community.

At First Baptist church she taught Sunday School, volunteered in the bus ministry, and was a voracious student of the Bible. Most recently, Pat worked at the Rust Street Ministries and Neighbor's Café helping the underserved community. Pat was always quick to jump in to fill the void whenever there was a need.

She is preceded in death by her mother and father, husband John, and brothers, Billy, Jerry, and Ken Tounget.

She is survived by her brother, Ricky Tounget; her son, Dennis Fillip and wife Lisa; her two granddaughters, Catherine, and Leslie, who she loved and adored; her sons, Tennis Layne Fillip and William Robert Fillip; her sister-in-law, Charlotte Tounget, and multiple nieces and nephews, their spouses and children.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to First Baptist Church in San Angelo: https://giving.ncsservices.org/App/Giving/ncs-1310

VISITATION

Sunday
January 22, 2023
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FUNERAL SERVICE

Monday
January 23, 2023
10:00 AM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

Larry Davila, of San Angelo, Texas, passed from this life on Saturday, January 14, 2023. He was 67 years old.

Larry was born December 22, 1955, in San Angelo, Texas. Larry enlisted in the United States Army as a VULCAN Gunner stationed at Fort Hood, Texas from 1973-1977. After serving in the army, Mr. Davila began work as a Machinist at Ethicon. He retired after 39 years. During his free time, Larry enjoyed playing golf, softball, tennis, bowling, fishing, and going to casinos. He loved watching westerns and collecting coins. He thoroughly enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys. His favorite thing of all was spending time with family, friends, and his cat Mama.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Chaniqua Davidson and her husband Pattrick; his two sons, Larry Davila and his wife Christina, and Benny Davila and his wife Roxann; seven grandchildren, Kristyn Wood and her husband Dillon, Brittany Villacres, Isaiah Davidson, Gabriella Davila, Kylie Davidson, Ezekiel Davila, and Benicio Davila; three great grandchildren; Adalee, Oliver, and Charlotte. He is also survived by seven sisters and five brothers.

Mr. Davila was preceded in death by father, Hilario Davila, mother, Elidia Najera, mom, Benita Pardon, one sister, Mary Gonzalez, three brothers, Joe Davila, Sefé Davila, and David Davila; and one grandson-in-law, Kevin Villacres.

No Services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

L.C. Cole, Jr. was born on May 11, 1940 in Electric Mills, Mississippi to L. C. and Ora Lee (Frazier) Cole, who both preceded him in death. Several years after his birth, his family relocated to Gary, Indiana where L.C. attended and graduated from Froebel High School in 1959 and later married Yuvern I. Cole who preceded him in death in 2019.

L.C. Cole, Jr., lived a full and prosperous life. Shortly after graduating high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served as a Civil Engineer and received awards for Small Arms Expert Marksmanship, NCO Professional Leadership Ribbon, Air Force Longevity Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal and the Republic Vietnam Campaign Medal just to name a few. During his service to his country, he served at least one tour in Vietnam, lived in Spain, Germany, Las Vegas, and various military installations in Texas until his retirement in 1991. Although he served in the military, he worked in several positions at Goodfellow Air Force Base and around San Angelo beyond his retirement. Mr. Cole has worked as the Base Operator, Billeting Clerk, NCO Club night manager, and the Commissary. He also sold insurance for NCOA and served as a cashier at Circle K. The brother never sat still…many of these positions were served simultaneously.

In addition to his many positions, L.C. was involved in many civic and faith based activities. He was most proud to serve God as a member of St. Paul Baptist Church and even more proud to be a member of the Jackson Lodge #15 F & AM, PHA where he received numerous awards and accolades.

L.C. Cole fought a good fight until God called him home on the evening of January 14, 2023. His physical body is gone, but his memory will live on in all of us who loved him dearly. He leaves behind to mourn his passing are his sons Edward A. Cole of Austin, TX, Kerry V. Cole of San Angelo, TX, Marquise D. Cole-Harris of San Angelo, TX and his daughter, Dr. Teresa A. Lawrence-Jones (Louis Allan) of Lockport, IL; his sisters, Dorothy Kennedy-Figaro, San Angelo, TX and Michelle E. Cole, San Angelo, TX; two grandchildren, Natalie Rivera of San Angelo, TX and Markus Cole of San Angelo, TX and a host of nieces, nephews and special friends. He is preceded in death by two daughters, Michelle E. Cole and Anita M. Cole; two sisters, Beatrice L. Cole, Ora J. Cole, one brother, Eddie P. Cole, and one niece, Angela R. Cole.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M., Friday, January 20, 2023, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 21, 2023, at St. Paul Baptist Church. The burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Family and friends may share condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Visitation

Friday, January 20, 2023

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Saturday, January 21, 2023

11:00 AM

St. Paul Baptist Church 
1011 Martin Luther King Blvd 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Debra Ann Eubanks, 61, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Sunday January 15, 2023.

Visitation will be on Friday, January 20th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Robert Massie Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 11:00 am at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Debbie was born to John L. White, Sr. and El Doris White on March 24, 1961, in San Angelo. Debbie had a wonderful childhood and great relationship with her mother and brother, John, with whom she remained close until her passing. Debbie graduated from Central High School in 1979. On August 30, 1991, Debbie married Charles Eubanks of Robert Lee, and they were married for 32 years. Together they raised four beautiful children. Debbie had many hobbies that she enjoyed, including scrapbooking, quilting, and sewing; but what she loved the most was being surrounded by family. She often reminisced of the family's time camping when the kids were in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and of their time traveling to her favorite place, the Great Smoky Mountains. This beloved tradition continued by sharing her love of camping with her grandkids.

She worked at GTE/Verizon for 22 years. After her career at GTE, she pursued a career in nursing. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Angelo State University in 2002 and continued in that profession until her passing. She truly oved her profession and felt called to help people.

She is preceded in death by her father and mother.

She is survived by her brother, John L. White, Jr. of San Angelo; husband, Charles of San Angelo; her sons, Jeremy Eubanks and wife Samantha of San Angelo, Brian Eubanks and wife Courtney of Miles; her daughters, Sarah Eubanks of San Angelo, and Kelly Rosser and husband Daniel of Granbury; and her 10 grandchildren, Jaxon, Cruz, Allison, Maverick, Charlotte, Berkley, Collins, Kennedy, Blake and Hudson.

In lieu of flowers Debbie would ask you to give to someone in need.

VISITATION

Friday
January 20, 2023
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Saturday
January 21, 2023
11:00 AM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

Darla Ann Nichols, 71, of San Angelo, Texas went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

Darla was born, July 18, 1951, in Holdenville, Oklahoma to Joseph ‘Jack’ Easton Harris and Reba Harris. Her family moved to west Texas when she was very young and she attended school in Monohans, Texas.

What Darla may have lacked in academic prowess (spelling) she was more than compensated for in her tenacious pursuit of multiple successful private business ventures. Darla attended cosmetology before the age of 20 and worked as a cosmetologist/esthetician for 45 years opening her own day spa while simultaneously working as a co-owner of a small oil field service company that her and her ex-husband, Charles Nichols opened in 1984.

Darla was extremely active. She enjoyed her businesses, sports, working out, golf, pickle ball, making her famous enchiladas, drinking her Dr Pepper and sipping on her daily Baskin Robbins cappuccino blast. However, the thing she was most passionate about was her plants. Darla was the original green thumb and spent countless hours pulling stickers, weeds, and pruning and perfecting the most beautiful lawns and landscapes.

Darla’s pride and joy were her daughters, Keri Womack and Leslie Reyes, of San Angelo and Heather Ferris, of Waco. She also leaves behind grandchildren Kenzie Franklin, Garin Dove, Aiden and Foster Reyes, Jax Ferris, and one great granddaughter, Palmer Franklin. She loved her family fiercely. She loved and served these people unconditionally and gave of herself, resources, but most importantly her time and encouragement.

Darla had a love for Jesus and people. We are forever grateful to The Garden and the way they have always loved, served, mentored, and modeled Jesus for our family so well.

Darla will be unimaginably missed by all who knew her, those who worked for or with her, debated, befriended or loved her.

Darla also leaves behind a brother, Rick Harris of Rogers, Arkansas and sister, Liz Laferney of Horshoebay, Texas.

Darla was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph ‘Jack’ Easton Harris and Reba Harris, a brother, Jerry White, and grandson, Sawyer Wyatt Letcher.

The Funeral Service will be at Harpers Funeral Home, Thursday, January 19th at 10:00am. A private interment will follow the service at Lawnhaven Cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be Allen Dove, Easton Harrold, Brace Harris, Cole Harris, Dane Harris, and Connor Franklin.

Funeral Service

Thursday, January 19, 2023

10:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Ygnacia Navarro Arteaga, 78, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, in San Angelo. 

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM with the Rosary being prayed at 6:00 PM Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father Joey Faylona, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Ygnacia was born August 14, 1944 in San Angelo to Preciliano and Leonor Navarro.

She was a very devoted mother and grandmother who always taught life lessons with tough love. She loved family gatherings and always wanted everyone to have a good time. In her early years she was a CNA and loved caring for her patients.

She is survived by her two sons, Art Arteaga and wife Maria and Daniel Arteaga, both of San Angelo; a daughter, Lisa Arteaga Soto of Andrews; a sister, Dolores N. Veliz of San Angelo; two brothers, Preston F. Navarro, Jr. and Juan F. Navarro both of San Angelo; 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her son, Gilbert Arteaga; five sisters; Elvira N. Garcia, Catarina N. Ortiz, Alvina N. Melendez, Alice N. Calderon, Carmen N. Perez; a brother, Miguel F. Navarro; and two grandsons, Gilbert Arteaga, Jr. and Abraham P. Soto.

The family would like to give a special thanks to her caregiver, Kellie Jones for taking such good care of Ygnacia. Also a big thanks to Dr. Bozyan and the staff at Shannon on 4 south, especially Manuela, Gentiva Hospice and Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Clifton Wayne “Shorty” Biddy, 84, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 13, 2023, in San Angelo. Wayne, affectionately known as “Shorty,” was born June 28, 1938 in Paducah, Texas to Lonnie and Virgie Beavers Biddy. He grew up in Paducah and after school, enlisted in the United States Army and served his country honorably during the Korean War. He worked various jobs, including helping at the family Service Station, before settling in at the T.J. Warren Company where he became a lineman and cable splicer. He married the love of his life Bobbie Lynn Jones on October 12, 1970.

Shorty was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who devoted his life to his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and loved telling jokes, he also enjoyed riding his motorcycle, shooting his weapons and watching westerns and the three stooges on T.V. Shorty also had a tremendous faith in the Lord and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church where he served as an usher and also served the church in other capacities. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Bobbie, and one brother, Chester Ray Biddy.

Shorty is survived by his daughter, Lonna Landers, and her husband Lonny, of San Angelo; his grandchildren, Layton Landers and his wife Bryanna, Lance Landers and his wife, Briley, and Landon Landers and his wife, Hannah, all of San Angelo; 8 Great Grandchildren and one on the way; his brother, Gary Biddy, of Marble Falls; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and numerous close friends.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Service will be 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Calvary Baptist Church in San Angelo. The burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery.

The family would like to express their sincerest thanks and appreciation to all the nurses at Shannon Medical Center and to the nurses at Hospice of San Angelo for all the loving care given to Shorty.

Family and friends may share condolences and sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Visitation

Monday, January 16, 2023

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

1:00PM

Calvary Baptist Church 
2321 Armstrong 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Victoria Castro, 70, of San Angelo passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Victoria was born on August 24, 1952 in Eldorado to Felipe F. Castro, Sr. and Eva Robledo Cardona, both deceased. She attended school in Eldorado and graduated at the top of her class from Kermit High School in 1971. Victoria latter graduated from Texas Women's University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She was a nurse in Dallas, Ft. Worth, and Kermit. In Dallas she was a school nurse. Victoria was a member of the Pink Ladies volunteer in Eldorado. She loved music, played the piano, and read Nancy Drew mysteries. She was Catholic.

She is survived by two sisters, Mary Castro and Charlene Fierro both of San Angelo; four nieces, Carol Yvonne Sauceda of Austin, Deanna Tarango of Andrews, Cassandra Fierro of Cedar Park, and Rebecca Castro of San Angelo; and four nephews, Armando C. Sanchez of San Angelo, Donald Fierro, Daniel Fierro, and Phillip Fierro all of Lubbock.