Ruby Augusta Louise Rose McDonald was joyously welcomed home by our Lord and Savior on September 14, 2022, at home in San Angelo, TX.  She was 84. Now she is dancing barefoot in the fields of heaven with her son Stephen and all of our family that went before her.

Ruby was born in Rowena, Texas, to Louis Otto and Ella Pfluger Rose on April 12, 1938.  She grew up on her family's cotton farm between Rowena and Ballinger with her parents and 6 siblings. She was not a stranger to hard work.  
 

Ruby graduated from Ballinger High School, Class of 1956. "Strong as nails, tough as bricks, we're the Class of '56" was their motto.  This is where she originally earned the nickname "Tuffy", while standing up for her older and younger siblings on the school bus.

She worked at GTE as a stenographer for about a year before she met the love of her life at the ODHS Hall in Rowena.  She flirted and danced her way into the heart of James Patrick "Pat" McDonald and they married on January 18, 1957. Who knew where this union between "spicy mouth Ruby and cool calm Pat" might lead.
 

The couple lived in San Angelo briefly, before moving to Fort Stockton, Texas, where they were blessed with the birth of their first child in 1958, Stephen Patrick. This is where Bill Hook earned top honors with Ruby for massaging her back during labor. Also, about the time that Mikey was tested with his mission to purchase a breast pump for Ruby. She was so loved. She was a wonderful mother, wife and homemaker. They had many fun times at Balmorhea State Park, swimming and fishing.  
 

This sweet little family of three moved back to San Angelo in 1960 where they welcomed their second child, Kathryn Ella, that same year.  They bought a little love shack on Parker Street that she turned into a beautiful home.  This is when Pat started a new job with Pool Company that evolved into family and friends that would last a lifetime.  
 

Ruby and Pat were instrumental in forming several dance clubs in San Angelo and they continued to waltz across Texas for 65 years, making friends wherever they went from Wall, to Ennis, to Hallettsville, to St. Lawrence and even Nebraska. They led the Grand March for a countless number of weddings and anniversary celebrations.  Annual vacations throughout their lives were spent mostly in the mountains of Creede, Colorado, camping and fishing.
 

The family moved to Perryton in 1964 where they stayed for two years.  They moved back to San Angelo and Pat was eventually able to talk Ruby into another addition to the family and to their home on Parker Street. The magical third child arrived in 1968, Kiva DeAun was the sparkle of sunshine that completed this perfect family.
 

Ruby continued to be the hostess with the mostest, entertaining and sharing her joy and laughter with all. That home was basecamp for numerous 42 and 84 domino games, skip-bo parties and the famous "doo-doo" on your neighbor card games.
 

Ruby did return to work briefly at the S&H Green Stamp store where she continued to make cherished friends.  She won the prize for best dessert at every annual Pool Company picnic.  She was an amazing seamstress, sewing so many of her children's outfits as they grew up.  Ruby worked so hard instilling the value of caring for all those in need, the elderly, the sick, and the grieving.  Before there was a "meals on wheels", SHE WAS!
 

This special woman filled her days with mowing "the Place", working in the garden, canning fresh salsa, making tamales, pickling more things than should probably ever be pickled, and hosting beautiful family gatherings, such as the infamous annual Easter Egg Hunt with the Grand Prize!!! She also played a pretty intense game of volleyball with the legendary "McDonald Rules". Nana Ruby was known for making a mean pot of beans at the family reunions, cooking anything the grandchildren requested and showing them NO MERCY when it came to playing a hot game of dominoes.
 

Ruby and Pat always filled their lives with fun and adventure, whether they were taking road trips all around the United States, up the west coast, the east coast, from Florida to California or right up the middle.  They cruised all around with family and friends, as well as taking trips to Germany, Cancun and Hawaii.  Lake Amistad fishing trips with ventures into old Mexico and family motorcycle outings, they always managed to make time for living life to the fullest. Pat even surprised her with a Yamaha motorcycle, disguised as her 35th birthday gift.
 

After several years in and out of the hospital and multiple rehab facilities, Ruby's long "Tuff" journey has come to a close here on this earth. I can only imagine the glorious celebration of a life well lived welcoming her to her heavenly home. What a dance party it must be!
 

Ruby was preceded in death by her son, Stephen Patrick, her parents, Ella Pfluger and Louis Rose, her siblings, Francis, J.C., Leona and Doris. 

She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, James Patrick McDonald; her daughters, Kathy & Kiva; her 7 grandchildren James Weldon, Matthew Dean, Zachary Beck, Thomas Patrick, Jonathan Keith, Jada Kai, and Stephen Kash; and great-grandchildren Leah Rose, Luke Thomas, Quinn Evelyn, Walker Dean, Elizabeth Kay "Birdie", Louella Jean, Melrose Joe, Tobias James, Thomas Oliver, Lexi and Garrett; her sisters Gladine and Alice.  In addition to numerous nieces and nephews, much like daughters and sons, as well as cousins, that are more like siblings.  Ruby is also survived by a vast number of cherished friends. Ruby's grandsons and granddaughter will serve as pall bearers.
 

Viewing will be at Robert Massie Funeral Home on Friday, September 23, 2022 and the family will receive friends from 5:30 - 7:00pm. Graveside services will be 2:00pm Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the old historical Ben Ficklin Cemetery with the service conducted by "the bottom of the barrel", family attorney and nephew, William Patrick "Bill" Lane.  Fiddle played by longtime family friend, Harvey Wanier.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Friday
September 23, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday
September 24, 2022
2:00 PM
Ben Ficklin Cemetery
5237 S Bryant Blvd
San Angelo, TX 76904

San Angelo - Royce Don “RD” Clay, Jr., 62, died unexpectedly on September 19, 2022 at a local hospital. He was born December 10, 1959, in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Royce Don Clay, Sr. and Patricia Jean (Darnell) Clay.

Royce graduated from Muleshoe High School, class of 1978. Following graduation he attended Odessa College and Texas Tech University. He graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. While a student at Tech, he met and married Linda Ruth Black on September 4, 1981, settling in Lubbock. Royce began his banking career in Lubbock, but soon made moves to Austin, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, and finally to the little town of Colorado City, TX.

Royce was an active member of and an elder for the Roscoe church of Christ. He taught bible classes to all ages, assisted with VBS when possible, officiated weddings and funerals, preached from the pulpit and served at the Lord’s table. He participated in the Colorado City chapter of Kiwanis Club, Christmas in April, Fourth of July Fly-In, and was a board member for the Colorado Opera House. He was very supportive of the local school district. He would meet with students, attend school events, coach the debate team, and on occasion be a guest speaker or presenter in the classroom. He also encouraged students to come and visit the bank and to ask questions — lots of questions. Every now and again, he would play Santa Claus under the big Christmas tree in the bank lobby, bringing him an immeasurable amount of joy. At home he had a greenhouse sanctuary and would spend hours working on plants, listening to music, cooking up a brisket or smoking up some ribs. He loved supporting his wife Linda’s Jazz Band in the infamous crawfish boil events and Christmas concerts, taking his daughter to early morning piano lessons far and wide, and making sure his son had the best in trumpet lessons and experiment materials (such as a potato cannon). Several dogs came and went through the years and he loved them all. Royce was an avid reader with lists of books he wanted to read and those that he wanted to read again. He had an amazing mind - he could quote and be inspired by scripture, find meaning in little things and seek answers to hard questions. He found joy in the creativity and happiness of others, and was an exceptional businessman, friend, father, husband and Pops.

Royce is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Kathryn Jill Clay, Austin, Texas.

Royce is survived by his wife Linda Clay of San Angelo; his daughter Joni Abel and husband Justin of San Angelo; his son Justin “JD” Clay and wife Katy of McKinney; and by his beloved grandchildren, June Abel and Nolan Clay. He is survived by his parents Royce Clay, Sr. and Patricia Clay, of Lubbock; his sister Brenda Conner and husband Steve, of Lubbock; and by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and their families.

A memorial service will be held at Johnson Street church of Christ in San Angelo, TX on Saturday, September 24, at 2:00. He desired to be cremated and to be free with the wind in a place he loved. He thanks his honorary pallbearers Bobby Lemons, Bob Martin, John O. Johnson, and Ty Wood, and wants them to know he loves them.

If desired, memorials can be made to Molly Dawidow and/or Ed Nikosi. Molly Dawidow is in Poland and has been a tremendous help in assisting Ukrainian refugees, especially women and children. Ed Nikosi is in South Africa and is a minister and director of a preaching school. Contact Sean Cain at Roscoe church of Christ, PO Box 307, Roscoe, TX 79545, for more information.

Memorial Service

Saturday, September 24, 2022

2:00PM

Johnson Street Church of Christ 
2200 Johnson Avenue 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Berneice Rogers, 90 of Fuquay Varina, passed peacefully into the presence of Jesus on September 11, 2022 with her family at her side.

Berneice was born on September 17, 1931 in Kilgore, TX to the late Everette Johnson Harp and Johnnie Berneice West.

She served faithfully in ministry for 53 years with her late husband, Rev. Burl J. Rogers Sr. As pastors, evangelists & missionaries to Native American and First Nation peoples for the Assemblies of God. She was a gracious hostess and wonderful cook making every guest feel special in her home and could make a banquet out of simple food. Berneice was an excellent baker; her cakes, pies & cookies are legendary and she was always willing to share her recipes. She was a seamstress extraordinaire, sewing her own clothing as well as for family and friends. She loved to give handmade gifts and her teddy bears are loved all over the world. Berneice loved music and played piano, organ and to the embarrassment of her children, the accordion. Along with her family, she recorded several Southern Gospel albums. She taught her children to love Jesus and sing about him. Most of all she loved the Lord and never hesitated to show that love to others. She was a prayer warrior and had a long list of people she prayed for, by name, every day and declaring Psalm 91 over her family and friends. Berneice was truly the hands and feet of Jesus. She was currently a member at Church Alive Assemblies of God in Fuquay.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Burl Jerry Rogers Sr; Sisters, Patricia Connor, Roberta Ivory & Floretta Harp.

She is lovingly remembered by her son Burl Jerry Rogers, Jr, (Diane Carlile), grandchildren, Toby Tyler, Scott Rogers (Timber Prescott), Erica Rogers and great grandson, Samuel Schloss. Daughter, Debbie Rogers-Kay (Marshall Kay), grandson, Austin Kay. Berneice is survived by her brother, Everett Harp (Jerre). She was a “second Mom” to so many others.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 1:00 PM with a light reception to follow from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The Graveside Service will be 10:00 A.M., Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Pioneer Memorial Park in San Angelo, Texas.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions may be donated to SAGU American Indian College 10020 North 15th Ave, Phoenix, Arizona. www.aicag.edu. Or any ministry to further the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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

Graveside

Saturday, October 01, 2022

10:00AM

Pioneer Memorial Park 
8009 Hwy 87 North 
San Angelo, TX 76901

Sherian ‘Sheri’ Marie Dutton went home to join her Heavenly Father and family Thursday, September 8, 2022. She was the first-born daughter to James ‘Dude’ Dewey Dutton and Willie ‘Deanie’ Waldean Anderson in Brady, Texas on May 19,1954.

Sheri grew up and resided and attended school in Eden, Texas for the majority of her life. After high school, she attended Business College in San Angelo.

Sheri had an enormous, sweet heart. She loved her family and friends dearly. She
was fun-loving, playful, and forever young at heart. She had the gift of
encouragement and was a personal cheerleader for many. She was quick to
welcome anyone with open arms into her home for a great meal and a place to sleep.
She was a great cook, but if you enjoyed her meals, you were also doing the dishes!
Sheri loved having company, and she especially loved children. No matter how many
guests she had, she was happy to accommodate and feed everyone, the more the
merrier! Whatever Sheri was doing, she was going to have fun doing it.

She gave birth to two beloved sons, Jamie Ross Dutton and Bobby Jack Dutton, of
Water Valley.

She is preceded in death by her parents Dude and Deanie; her eldest brother James
Sydney Dutton; her other brother John Ross Dutton; and nephew Keithy Donald
Robinson.

She is survived by her sons Jamie Ross and Bobby Jack; granddaughter Chesney
Dutton of New Braunfels, Texas; her sister Debra Dean Dutton of Galveston, Texas;
best friend Carolyn Prosise of Mertzon, Texas; cousin Carla Gaines of Dalhart, Texas;
and many more cousins, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces, and friends.

You can never put someone’s life into a few short words on paper. It always feels
inadequate. And it is. So much of what made Sheri beautiful cannot be expressed in
words. It’s all the little things, the hugs and kisses, the laughter, the memories her
family will suddenly have of her years down the road, the stories told at family
gatherings, and a million other things that make a life. And these things we will
carry with us; in these things we will love and honor her. We miss her already.

The family welcomes everyone to join them for a gravesite service Saturday,
September 24, 2022, at 3 PM at the Eden Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family
asks that you make donations to the First Baptist Church of Eden or a charity of you
choice.

Emilio Garcia Balderas, 73, passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022, in Big Lake, Tx.

Emilio was born on April 5, 1949, in San Carlos, Coahuila, Mexico, to Eduardo Balderas and Epifania Garcia. He made Big Lake his home for the last 37 years, where he made many friends. He is currently self-employed as an Oil Rig Consultant with over 45 years of oilfield experience. Emilio took so much pride in his work and had a remarkable work ethic, but what he cherished the most was his family. Emilio married the love of his life, Cristina Villegas, on April 11, 1970, in San Carlos, Mexico. Together they formed a beautiful tight-knit family: two sons, Emilio Balderas Jr., of San Carlos and Sergio Balderas and wife Yvonne of Big Lake; three daughters, Ana Balderas and husband Saul Perez, Marisela Balderas and husband Hervey Acevedo, Jr., and Myrna Balderas and husband, Adrian Valdez all of Big Lake; His grandkids and great grandkids lit up his world. He was indeed the best “Tata” to 17 grandchildren. Not one missed out on Tata’s bareback pony rides. Grandchildren include Michael Balderas, Marcus Balderas, Matthew Balderas, Nate Balderas, Yovanie Balderas, Yulissa Balderas, Yanai Balderas, Alfonso Gallegos, Emily Granado, Cristian Gallegos, Joshua Goodloe, Andrea Goodloe, Brianna Goodloe, Christopher Valdez, Madelyn Valdez, Adalee Valdez, and Adrian Valdez; and nine great-grandchildren, Ayden, Julian, Aaron, Bryan, Galilea, Adriell, Eliana, Quintin, and Daniel. “The Legend” (as his older grandkids referred to him) also leaves two brothers, Benjamin Balderas and wife Juanita of Fort Worth, and Nicolas Balderas and wife Carmen of Brownwood; four sisters, Juanita Zavala of San Carlos, Josefa Barreles and husband Hector of Mason, Maria Vielma and husband Juan of Anahuac, and Lidia Pachecano and husband Manuel of Fort Worth. He also leaves behind a significant number of nieces and nephews who loved their “Tio Milo,” their favorite uncle, as they would say. He will always be remembered as the happy, positive, loving, and hard-working superman that he was. Always cheerful, dancing, loved music, “y un buen ambiente”! With his Dr.Pepper on hand, he was always ready to sing his heart out. Always looking out for everyone and willing to lend a hand. Emilio also had a passion for horses. El Coahuila and El Moro, were more than a hobby for him. They were his four-legged best friends. He could chat for hours about horses, and work, and ALWAYS had a positive outlook no matter what. He will be immensely missed.

Public viewing will be held from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 20, 2022, and Wednesday from 8 am to 7 pm at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Tx. The service will be Wednesday, September 21 at 4 pm

Burial will be in Mexico at a later date.

Rita Fay Baker, beloved wife, momma, meme, daughter, sister, and friend to many, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. She was born to Frank & Lois White on December 20, 1958 in San Angelo, Texas.

At the young age of 16, Rita married the love of her life Earl Baker, spending forty-seven loving years together. She was very proud of their three daughters who acquired her strong, feisty personality. Rita’s heart overflowed with love for her grandchildren and experienced the most joy in their presence. She was always up for an adventure, loved to sew, and enjoyed weekends at the dirt track with family and friends.

Rita was preceded in death by her mother Lois White and grandson Aaron Baker. She is survived by her loving husband Earl Baker; daughters, Corina Huisenga and her husband Jimmy, Marsha Clary and her fiance Randy Houser, and Carnotta Jackson; grandchildren, Karrah Clary, Jerrod Huisenga, Kenly Jackson, Cambree Contreras, Garrett Jackson, Michael Toler and Kyler Dutton; her dad Frank White; siblings, Wendell White, Shirley Worbington, and David White; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Rita had incredible strength, resilience, and a heart of a warrior. She loved her friends and family fiercely and will be dearly missed.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 23rd, at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas.

Memorial Service

Friday, September 23, 2022

10:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Mose O. Rodriguez, 70, of San Angelo passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday, September 19, 2022 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel and Rosary will be at 6:00 PM. Mass will be said at 10:00 AM Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with father Lazaro Hernandez, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Rodriguez was born September 10, 1952 in San Angelo to Victor and Victoria Rodriguez. Mose was raised in San Angelo and attended school in San Angelo. He met his wife, Gloria Urteaga in 2005 and they were later married. He worked as a mason in the construction business most of his adult life. Mose enjoyed cooking on his BBQ pit for friends and family. He was fun loving, hardworking, and a lot of the times, had no filter. In the evenings you could find him relaxing on the porch with his dog, Chuco.

Mose was preceded in death by two brothers, Victor Rodriguez and Erasmo Rodriguez.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria of the home; three children, David Varela of San Angelo, Deborah Bowman and husband Clarence of Schertz, and Yvonne Martinez and husband Julio of San Angelo; six siblings, Tony Rodriguez and wife Erlinda of San Angelo, George Rodriguez of Grape Creek, Marcos Rodriguez and wife Candy of La Grange, Jesse Rodriguez and wife Alicia of San Angelo, Esmerelda De La Rosa and husband Felix of San Angelo, and Eddie Rodriguez, Jr. of Abilene; an aunt, Maggie Garcia, seven grandchildren, including Mikayla Martinez, seven great-grandchildren; and numerous loving nieces and nephews.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Monday
September 19, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

ROSARY

Monday
September 19, 2022
6:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

MASS

Tuesday
September 20, 2022
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
St. Joseph Catholic Church
301 W. 17th. Street
San Angelo, TX 76903

Fernando "Nando" Salazar, 44, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022, in San Angelo.

Memorial Service will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Jerusalem Assembly of God Church with Pastor Jon McCullough, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Salazar was born November 10, 1977 in San Antonio. He has been a resident of San Angelo for 30 years where he attended Lake View High School. Nando worked for Chuck Corfield Construction for the past 2 years. Nando was a member of the Jerusalem Assembly of God. He liked watching the San Francisco 49ers, listening to music, and listening to Tony Evans. He enjoyed watching adult cartoons, and being with family and friends, especially being with his daughters. Nando was a hard worker.

Survivors include his five daughters, Elvira Rene Salazar, Alaze Rene Salazar, Haylee Salazar, Makayla Veronica Salazar, and Heidi Salazar all of Seminole; a son, Jaden Woolever of San Angelo; his mother, Julia Nolen and husband James of Martindale; his father, Jose Salazar of San Angelo; two sisters, Alma Martinez and husband Xavier of San Marcos, and Monica Taylor and husband Michael of San Angelo; five brothers, Joe Salazar of Matindale, Ramon Salazar of San Antonio, Kris Salazar and wife Amanda of San Angelo, Fabian Salazar and wife Rita of San Marcos, and Daniel Salazar and wife Evan of Georgetown. Nando was preceded in death by a sister, Veronica Salazar; and a maternal grandfather, Felix Pesina.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Saturday
September 17, 2022
10:00 AM
Jerusalem Assembly of God
1819 Volney Street
San Angelo, TX 76903

Ronald "Ron" Lewis, 55, of San Angelo passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 and family will receive friends from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Joe Suiters, associate pastor at New Light Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow in Belvedere Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Lewis was born on April 16, 1967 in San Angelo to Jesse and Hazel Lewis. Ron was a graduate of San Angelo Central High School. After high school he worked at Baptist Memorial Nursing Home as a nurse's aide, and later for San Angelo Movers for over 6 years. His latest job was as a survey Tech for SKG Engineering. Ron loved sports, fishing, cooking, and spending time with his grandkids. He was fun loving, outgoing, always smiling, never met a stranger, and everyone who met him, loved him.

He is preceded in death by four brothers, Walter Lewis, James Lewis, John L. Lewis, and Roosevelt Lewis.

Ron is survived by his six children, Shenetra Brown of San Angelo, Dontanique Shields of Houston, Jalisa Lewis of San Angelo, Scharron Lewis of Ballinger, and DyVion Lewis of San Angelo. Leaves behind 10 siblings; 4 sisters and 6 brothers; 14 grandchildren.

Ron has left behind a family full of people who love him and they will never forget his memory.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Tuesday
September 20, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FAMILY VISITATION

Tuesday
September 20, 2022
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FUNERAL SERVICE

Wednesday
September 21, 2022
10:00 AM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903