Katherine Jane Crittendon was born November 9, 1927, in Marfa, Texas. She passed from this life on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at age 97. She is the daughter and second child of John Moore and Mozelle Jones Moore. Jane, as she is known to her family and friends, was a wife, mother, rancher, teacher and very active member of her community.

Jane grew up on the John Moore Ranch outside of the community of Valentine, Texas, until as a teenager she moved to Austin where she graduated from high school and the University of Texas. After graduating with a degree in education, she began her teaching career in the elementary school on White Sands Army Proving Grounds outside of Las Cruces, New Mexico. During this time, she and her sister Sue Jean enjoyed time on their father’s ranch outside of Winston, NM and Jane even earned her private pilot’s license, which enabled her to make a cross-country flight to San Diego! It was at White Sands that Jane met her future husband Lynn H Crittendon, an ordinance officer onboard the post. They enjoyed dates in Las Cruces, El Paso and Juarez until Crit (as he is known to family and friends) received orders to Germany where he spent a year. Upon his return and discharge from the Army, Jane and Crit were married in Marfa, Texas on September 21, 1954, and enjoyed a wonderful honeymoon in Las Vegas.

After their honeymoon, the newlyweds moved to Duncan, Oklahoma where Crit began his work as a Petroleum Geologist with Halliburton. After training, Crit was assigned to Houston, Texas where they would welcome their first child in November of 1956. About a year later Crit would leave Halliburton and they would take over the family ranch in 1957. The couple would welcome their second son in September of 1962. Jane would eventually buy the ranch, and the couple would run the Moore Ranch into their mid-90s. Not long after leaving the ranch the couple would celebrate their 70th anniversary!

Jane would not only partner with Crit in running the home ranch and a number of grazing leases over the years, but she would work as school district’s tax collector for a couple of years, she would teach in Valentine Elementary School, she would serve as school board member and president of the board, and she would serve as a Federal Land Bank board member. She was also involved in many volunteer activities including the Kids and Kows education program in El Paso.

Jane and Crit enjoyed travel and would get away at least once a year to enjoy the mountains of New Mexico, Colorado and Nevada. Jane also enjoyed a number of special trips with her mother and sisters to places such as Hawaii. She lived a full, active and exciting life.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, John Moore and Mozelle Moore and her sisters Colleen, Patricia and Sue Jean. She is survived by her husband Crit, her sister Gail, her sons Bryan (wife Sherri) and Arthur (wife Angela), grandchildren Carl, William, Anna and Dustin and great-grandchildren Harley, Bowen, Candace, Austin and Jack.

The Memorial Service will be at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Valentine Community Church in Valentine, TX.

Christopher Aaron Vargas, 25 of San Angelo Texas, went to be with our heavenly father on January 21, 2025.

Aaron was born on June 15, 1999, to Alex and Suzanne Vargas in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Shortly after, the family moved to Grape Creek Texas, where he spent his entire childhood making memories and forever friendships. He is the brightest light you have ever seen. He lit up every room he ever walked into. He was the type of guy that would do anything for anyone and expect nothing in return. He was allergic to everything under the sun, but there was no way that was keeping him indoors. Aaron loved to hunt, fish, race dirt bikes, snowboard, weld and anything that had to do with trucks, tools or his brothers. After graduating high school, he and his brother Alex attended TSTC in Sweetwater where they made countless memories and even more friends. After getting his degree, Aaron moved back to San Angelo, where he and Jessie reconnected, and they started their lives together. They eventually bought their forever home on Mount Nebo on the opposite end of the street where he grew up. Aaron married his best friend in 2024, they had just begun their life together. Aaron loved Jessie more than anything. The years they had will forever be cherished.

Aaron is survived by his wife Jessie Vargas, parents Alex and Suzanne Vargas, brothers Lucky Vargas, Alex Vargas, his wife Hannah and their daughter Hadlee, his sisters Tanya, Melissa and their families, nana Alicia, cousin Owen, father and mother-in-law John and Angie Cathey. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins from both sides of the family, as well as countless friends. Aaron is proceeded in death by his great grandparents Lucky and Patsy Rose, nana Susan Rose, uncle Henry Rose, tata Pedro Vargas and uncle Mikey Vargas.

A celebration of Aarons life will be held at Paul Ann, Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11 A.M.

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Hilaire Michelle “Mickie” Richey, 79, of San Angelo passed away on January 21, 2025. Mickie was born on December 26, 1945 to Dr. Louis and Bonita (Crossnay) Girard in Washington, DC. She was the oldest of six siblings. Her family moved to Oyster Bay, New York while her father was completing his residency in New York City at Saint Mary’s Hospital in the Eye & Ear Infirmary.

In 1953, he was called to Houston to form the Department of Ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine. While in Houston, Mickie attended Holy Rosary Church School then on to St. Anne’s Catholic School. She graduated with honors from Marian Catholic High School. While attending there, she was crowned the Harvest Highlights Queen and was a member of the cheerleading squad. After high school, she enrolled at the University of Texas in Austin. She pledged membership with the Tri-Delta Sorority and earned the title of “Best Honorary Pledge”. She also continued to cheer with the junior varsity team.

She went with her father on a trip to Argentina, and while he was lecturing, she attended one of the Davis Cup Tennis Matches and met Cliff Richey. After dating for a short time, they were married in August of 1967. She moved from Houston to San Angelo where they started their lives together. Cliff still continued to travel with the Davis Cup and Mickie was happy to travel along with him.

Cliff and Mickie had three children, Hilaire, Amy Catherine, and Sarah. She was a very proud mother of exceptionally gifted and talented girls. She attended all the dance recitals and academic programs that she could. Even when she was busy with her girls, she still participated in church activities such as the Sacred Heart Choir, Parish Council and the Church Liturgy Committee. She was also a member of the Symphony Chorus, the Chamber Singers at Angelo State University, and did performances in the Nutcracker. Mickie also loved to garden in her spare time.

Mickie was an active participant in all church activities until her health started to decline with Alzheimer’s and she decided that she needed to spend time with her daughters. She lived her last years with Amy, who cared for her and was able to hold her hand as she took her last breath.

Mickie is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Sandy Girard, and daughter, Hilaire Kallendorf. She is survived by two daughters, Amy Richey and Sarah Johnson; three grandchildren, Trevor Kallendorf, Barrett Kallendorf, and Oliver Johnson; five siblings, Susie Girard Thackston, Christina Girard, Lee Girard, Gabrielle Girard, and Louis Girard; numerous nieces, nephews, great- nieces, and great nephews.

A rosary will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 1:30 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a Memorial Mass will follow at 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Mary Ann Doggett Proctor, 91, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, in Sterling City.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM with the family receiving friends from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Friday, January 24, 2025, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Graveside Service will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Sweetwater Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Proctor was born May 2, 1933 to Albert and Mary Rogers in Blythe, California. Mary married Overton C. Doggett on August 20, 1952 in Bronte. He preceded her in death on June 14, 1980. She later married Jimmie L. Proctor on August 14, 1996 in San Angelo. He preceded her in death on March 22, 2003. Mary was a cook at San Angelo State Supported Living Center for 15 years, retiring in 2007. Mary had been a resident of San Angelo since 1983 moving to Sterling City in April of 2023. Mary was a former member of Grape Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include her son, Ronnie D. Doggett and wife Julie of Sterling City; her daughter, Carolyn Ricks of Lockhart; 4 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and a brother, Doyle Rogers of Crane. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, and a son, Melvin Doggett on June 9, 2009, and 5 brothers.

Kenneth Leroy Mathis, 90, of San Angelo passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025.

Celebration of life services will be at 10:00 AM Friday, January 24, 2025 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Breedlove and Rev. Jim Benson, officiating. Burial will be in Belvedere Memorial Park under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Mathis was born on June 5, 1934 in Rocky Point, North Carolina to Henry and Addie Knowles Mathis. Ken married Nadine Swensk on September 14, 1957. He served in the U. S. Navy and the U. S. Air Force and was a letter carrier for the U. S. Postal Service. At the time of his retirement from the USPS, the patrons on his route honored him with a retirement party. He enjoyed taking photos of scenic landscape. Ken was a loving husband and loyal friend.

Ken was a long time member of First Baptist Church of San Angelo where he worked in the bus ministry and children's Sunday school. He was a member of the minutemen class of the Seekers Sunday School Department.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; and a sister.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Nadine; numerous nieces and nephews, church friends, and golfing buddies.

Vicente Gonzales, 85, of San Angelo passed away on Thursday January 16, 2025.

Viewing will be from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Memorial service will be 12:30 PM on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel.

Mr. Gonzales was born on October 21, 1939 in San Angelo to Jesus and Maria Menchaca Gonzales. He attended school in San Angelo before going to work as the eldest in the family. Vicente worked as a projectionist at Texas Theater for over 45 years before retiring. He was an accomplished sketch artist of wildlife and was a self-taught building tradesman. Vicente was a tough man but generous to a fault and funny.

He is survived by two sisters, Florita G. Gatica of Bedford and Magdalena Golden of San Antonio; and a brother Emilio Gonzales of San Angelo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Sandra Lopez Crockett “Ma’ams” died at the age of 64. Sandy was a resident of San Angelo, TX. She ended her battle with cancer on January 22, 2025. She was born April 11, 1960, in San Angelo to Conrad and Midian Lopez.

She grew up in San Angelo and often told stories of growing up on the lake with her family. Sandy graduated from Central High School in 1979. Sandy worked at WTMA for 10 years and then moved to Community and Shannon for another 12 years. Sandy enjoyed spending time with family and friends. The passion she had for her friends and family was always apparent. She loved to spend time outside. She could be found working with her plants or sitting around a fire. Sandy was known throughout the county for her baking abilities. Cookies, icing, cakes and cinnamon rolls are just a few of many goodies she would bring to any gathering.

Sandy is survived by her children; son, Dalton and wife Janie Molotsky and daughter, Danielle Molotsky, grandchildren, Stephen Whiteker, Kimberlyn Whiteker and Collyn Jo Davis. She is also survived by her siblings, Patricia Cox and Conrad (Trish) Lopez and many other nephews and nieces. She is leaving behind her beloved dog Tucker.

She is preceded in death by her parents Conrad and Midian Lopez, brother-in-law David Cox.

A celebration in memory of Sandy will be held at 2:00 on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 13190 US Hwy 67 S. Tankersly, TX. (Barn of Kim and Joe Collins)

"Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted." - Matthew 5:4

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

Lester “Dan” Langley died January 22, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. He was born on August 7, 1940, to Lester and Lona Langley in Red River County, Texas. He graduated from Borger High School where he was editor of the school newspaper and played in championship gold tournaments.

Lester earned two degrees from West Texas A&M. At the age of 24, he obtained his PhD from the University of Kansas. He taught history at Texas A&M, Central Washington University and the University of Georgia. Lester published 19 books and edited and co-edited numerous volumes on American and Latin American history. When Lester visited his father in the nursing home, his dad introduced him to his friends. “This is my son,” he said, “He writes books.”

Lester considered his family to be his greatest accomplishment, including most of all his wife of 62 years, Wanda Dickson Langley. He was proud of his two sons, Charles of San Angelo, Jonathan and his wife Lynn of Hebron, Kentucky, and his two beloved grandsons, Sean and Leo. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Betty Smith and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family is greatly appreciative of the care given by Baycrest Memory Care and Concho Hearts Hospice. Special thanks are given to Marcie Gomez, caregiver and friend.

As per Lester’s wishes, there will be no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that any donations be made to student scholarships at West Texas A&M and the University of Georgia.

Ponda Bright-Rodrigue, age 78, peacefully passed away with her loved ones by her side on January 22, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas. She was born on November 6, 1946, in Amarillo, Texas, to Sam and Birdie Bell Bright.

Ponda is preceded in death by her parents and her sister-in-law, Patricia Bright. She is survived by her brother and best friend, Tom Bright of San Angelo, Texas; her two sons, John Rodrigue and wife Heather of Wewoka, Oklahoma, and Carl Rodrigue and wife Deesa of Fife, Texas; her four grandchildren, Levi, Gavin, Taylor, and Colton and partner Morgan; and her three great-grandchildren, Cooper, Sophia, and Bryden. She also leaves behind five nieces and nephews: Carrie Ledet and her son Luke; Leigh Paille and her sons Jarett and Clayton; Randye Dunlap and partner Scott, along with her son Trey; Jason Bright and wife Amanda, with their three children Lily, Tommy, and Travis; and Stephen Bright and wife AnaLisa, with their two children Jeremiah and Cameron. Ponda was also blessed with many friends whom she loved dearly.

Ponda grew up in San Angelo, Texas, and graduated from Central High School. She attended Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and graduated from Angelo State University in 1998, earning membership in the International Honor Society in Social Science, Pi Gamma Mu, and a Bachelor of Arts degree. She devoted her career to helping others who were often unable to help themselves, working with MHMR, Adult Protective Services, and lastly as a case worker at the State Hospital in San Angelo, Texas, until her retirement in 2020.

She was an active member of the VFW Women’s Auxiliary and Open Door Family Fellowship.

Ponda was a ray of sunshine whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She cherished spending time with family and friends, adored her cats, and found joy in reading, making jewelry, playing on her iPad, shopping, watching feel-good movies, and sharing moments of laughter.

Memorial services for Ponda are currently pending at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas.

Joel Burton (Burt) Terrill passed away on January 21, 2025. He was the son of Clarence and Margaret Terrill, born in 1941 in San Angelo. Burt and his twin brother, Burl, along with their sister Barbara (Rowland), have enjoyed a long lifetime of friendship all the way to his final day. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Dela. Their children are Craig and wife Melodi, children Ryan, Ashley Kendrick (Jordan), and Brooke; Mike and wife Melani, children Mason and Megan; Tammy Glass and husband Jason, and children Laurel Lacy (Nathan) and Hunter.

Burt grew up in San Angelo, working with his brother Burl for their father, Clarence Terrill, at Terrill Manufacturing. Burt graduated from Lakeview High School, where he served as Class President in both his Junior and Senior years. He then attended Texas A&M University, where he was an E-2 Company Lieutenant, Battalion Commander, and Ross Volunteer. He was a distinguished military graduate of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of ‘63. He married Dela in 1963 and began his military career. Burt went on to receive his MBA from Syracuse University in 1971. He served as an Infantry Officer and was Airborne and Ranger Qualified. After 10 years of service, including two tours in Vietnam and in the Pentagon with the Army Staff, he resigned his commission as a Major to return to private business in San Angelo.

Burt served his community in many business, religious, government, and civic roles. Burt owned T-C Ranches, Rainbow Oils, Belvedere Cemetery, and Cactus Oils, and was co-owner of Terrill Manufacturing. He was a deacon at First Baptist Church and Glen Meadows Baptist Church. He also served on many mission trips as a Sunday School teacher, a youth group volunteer, and any other calling God placed before him. Burt was Mayor of San Angelo 1985 to 1987, and a Councilman from 1980 to 1985. He was also the chairman of the Texas Workers’ Compensation Commission and the San Angelo Public Housing Authority. He served on many boards and associations as a member and President or Director. He had a passion for the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, and the West Texas A&M Club. Burt and Dela chaired Fiesta Del Concho in June of 1980.

After Retirement, Burt returned to his woodworking heritage and enjoyed working in his shop on projects for the kids, grandkids, church, and other friends and family. His woodwork was his art, along with sculpting and poetry, and was displayed in local galleries and sold at Eggemeyer’s. Burt loved playing with his grandkids, working at the ranch, and completing word searches. In the last several years, he looked forward to Thursdays with the 3B group (Burt, Burl, and Bob) where everyone was welcome; you never knew who would stop by to help solve all the world's problems.

Visitation

Friday, January 31, 2025 

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 

2606 Southland Boulevard 

San Angelo, TX 76904 

Funeral Service

Saturday, February 1, 2025 

10:00AM

First Baptist Church 

37 E. Harris Ave. 

San Angelo, TX 76903