Conal Gene Wilha of San Angelo, Texas unexpectedly went to meet his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 4 while surrounded by his loving family. Conal Gene was born on February 4, 1944, in San Angelo, Texas to Charlie and Dorothy Wilha. He served his country in the United States Marine Corp and had a long career with Overhead Door. His passion was to serve the Lord, and for well over 40 years, he served as a deacon in multiple local churches, most recently at Victory Christian Center. 

Conal Gene is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Jane Wilha, sons Wayne Gilley and wife Lacey, Joe Wilha and fiancé Amy Jackson, Ben Wilha, daughter Sallie Wilha Rodriguez; grandchildren Allison, Austin, Chloe, Conal, Grace, Calder, Nathaniel, and Kaitlyn; great grandchild Aspen; one brother and three sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Dorothy Wilha. 

Every one who knew Conal Gene knew that he was a man of great faith; the picture of patience and love, filled with God’s peace. He modeled his faith to his family and for all to see at all times. His words were uplifting – never harsh, never critical, and always filled with God’s truth. He was a rock to his family, a strength to draw on whenever in need. Conal Gene was a giver, whether it was time, money, or helping with a repair or project, he would never say no. 

Conal Gene was the epitome of hard work, loyalty, and dedication. He was always busy, and always working on something. He loved the outdoors and had a passion for hunting arrow heads and rocks. It was not uncommon to find him reading the Word or praying – or watching an old western with his dog on his lap. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, his dogs, and his Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ. 

Conal Gene was the most amazing husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed more than words can say. The impression that he left on our hearts will never fade away. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Victory Christian Center in San Angelo, Texas or to your favorite Christian charity. Visitation will be held at Harper’s Funeral Home on Sunday, November 7 from 1:00 to 3:00. A service to honor his life will be held at Victory Christian Center on Monday, November 8 at 11:00. Burial will follow immediately.

Visitation

Sunday, November 07, 2021

1:00PM - 3:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Memorial Service

Monday, November 08, 2021

11:00AM

Victory Christian Center 
1620 Sunset Dr. 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Doyle Clifton of Santa Fe, TX, passed away peacefully in his home on November 1, 2021, at the age of 88.  
Doyle was born in Frost, TX, on January 30, 1933, to William Arthur Clifton and Maggie Lee Rawlings. He had two sisters, the Late Billie Decorte and Late Barbara Layton. Stepmother Vallie Davis Clifton. 

Doyle married the love of his life, Virgie Kuykendall Clifton, on February 9, 1952, at East Side Baptist Church in Gonzales, TX. They were married for almost 70 years and were best friends. Doyle was so proud of his beautiful wife and let everyone know how much he loved her.  

Doyle always liked to stay busy, even as a child. He earned money by selling milk bottles and newspapers. Doyle would also perform “You are my Sunshine” in the park for tips. He went to school in Frost, TX, and graduated high school in Corpus Christi, TX. Doyle was one badge shy of becoming an Eagle Scout and could fix just about anything. Doyle attended the University of Houston and Angelo State University, earning an Associate Technical Degree in 1985. 

Doyle had many jobs in his lifetime. His first job was selling newspapers in Corsicana, TX. Then, in high school, he washed windows in a baby store in Corpus Christi, TX. He also worked for a bread company. In 1950, Doyle went to work for GTE/Verizon as a lineman. He retired after 39 years of service as an Engineer in Planning.  

After retiring from GTE, he planted a pecan orchard, The Sugar Valley Pecan Farm, and harvested award-winning pecans. He worked as a realtor for over 20 years and also raised Emus. Doyle was well known for his mowing career and was often seen driving his tractor throughout San Angelo. In addition, Doyle and Virgie ran a snack route delivering beef jerky and cinnamon suckers to convenient stores.  

Doyle lived in many places, including Frost, TX, Corpus Christi, TX, Gonzales, TX, Rio Grande Valley, TX, Robstown, TX, Texarkana, TX, Arkansas, Louisiana, Victoria, TX, Jacksonville, TX, Port Lavaca, TX, League City, TX, Baytown, TX, Stafford, TX, and Missouri City, TX. Doyle and Virgie moved to San Angelo, TX, in 1973, where they spent the majority of their life. They moved to Santa Fe, TX, in 2018.  

Doyle was a man of faith and made sure that everyone knew his love for Christ. He talked to God like he was talking to a friend. He served as a Mason, Lodge #36, since 1957 and a Deacon since 1960. In addition, Doyle donated pecan trees and worked with Habitat for Humanity and built houses for Christmas in April. He was a member of First Baptist Church of San Angelo, TX for many years and was a member of Arcadia First Baptist Church in Santa Fe, TX, before his passing. 
In his spare time, he loved spending time with his family. He was always there to support his kids and grandkids. He was a wonderful husband, father, and papa. Every year he would read the Christmas story to the family. He loved to sing and would make up songs. Doyle was a tenor member of a singing group that performed at ASU.  

Doyle was known and loved by many. He was a fantastic friend and never met a stranger. Everyone who knew Doyle loved him. He was grateful for his many friendships. He was always looking for ways to help others. He couldn’t go to anyone’s house without finding something to fix. He stayed busy every second of his life. He will be deeply missed but leaves behind a great legacy of a beautiful life.  

Doyle is survived by his wife Virgie Clifton and his daughter Sandra Clifton Held (Matt). He is survived by his grandchildren Heather Huckaby, Jennifer Pucel (Jason), Tabitha Odom (Ryan), Amy Clifton, Chad Clifton; great-grandchildren Austin Bell (Briana), Shylee Cubel (Caleb), Noah Bell, Justis Buckner, Taylor Pucel, Gibson Pucel, Kaiyah Odom, Tripp Odom, Sailor Odom; great-great-grandchildren Easton Bell, Levi Bell, Maverick Cubel, Eisen Cubel.  

Doyle is preceded in death by his son Tommy Wayne Clifton and his grandson Douglas Wayne Clifton. Parents William Arthur Clifton and Maggie Lee Rawlings; Stepmother Vallie Davis Clifton; Grandparents Thomas Edward (TE) and Ollie Downing, John and Bertha Rawlings; Siblings Billie Decorte and Barbara Layton.  

Visitation will be on Sunday, November 7, from 4-6 PM. Services will be held at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, TX, on Monday, November 8 at 1 PM. Burial to follow at Lawn Haven Cemetery.

Visitation

Sunday, November 07, 2021

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Monday, November 08, 2021

1:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Rev. Ernest D. Waggoner, 80, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

There will be a private intimate family memorial service at the Big Bend National Park in accordance with Ernest request.

Rev. Waggoner was born March 10, 1941 in Pryor, Oklahoma. Ernest married Sherry Walters on April 15, 1967 in Hobbs, New Mexico. Ernest was a pastor at various location including Farmers Branch, Odessa, Hobbs, O'Donnell, Ft. Stockton, and Pecos. Ernest retired from ministry in 2009 with forty-eight years of ministry. He loved to garden, read, and was an avid "Prayer Warrior". Ernest would always help those in need throughout the world. Ernest loved spending time with his loving family, especially his two grandsons.

Survivors include his wife of fifty-four years, Sherry Waggoner of the home; his son, Andy Waggoner and wife Rose of San Angelo, TX; his two grandsons, Matthew Waggoner, and Christopher Waggoner both of San Angelo, TX; his brother, Fred Waggoner of Eunice, NM; and his sister, Beth Waggoner Bray and husband Bob of Seguin, TX. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Juanita Waggoner, and a sister, Wanda Waggoner Ross.