“To everything there is a season...a time to be born and a time to die...” Ecclesiastes 3:1

What a wonderful day, December 14, 1937, in Temple, TX; Grant and Helena Malone Reed were blessed with their sixth son, Grant Reed, Jr. He was referred to as “Junior” by his family and friends.

At the age of 5, the family relocated to San Angelo, TX, where he attended San Angelo public schools, Blackshear High being the last one.

Junior was married to Willie Wilson; to this union one son and four daughters were born.

Later, he relocated to Cleveland, OH; from there to Denver, CO; years later, he returned home and married Mary Douglas. They had one son, James.

He attended St. Paul Baptist Church and was later baptized at Christian Fellowship Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Hoover Lemons. He served faithfully on the Usher Board, Food Committee and any place he was needed.

Being that Junior and Charles were the youngest two brothers, there were very close; as such, they ran a business, “Reed Brothers Detail” for four decades.

Gloria was his youngest sister; however, he confided in her and sometimes jokingly called her his “Mother.”

Junior gave up his determination to continue his fight on Charles' birthday, September 2nd at 9:11 a.m. His last days were all peaceful and calm.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Joseph, Emmett and LeRoy; two sisters, Ruby and Geraldine; a daughter, Jacqueline Reed and two sons Jimmie Reed and James Reed.

He leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Pearl James, Terrie Smart, Barbara Anthony, Shena Reed and Kyosha Reed; sons, David Wharton, Julius Reed and Jamil Lucas; thirty-one grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; his brothers, Jimmie (Onetha) Reed and Charles (LaRue) Reed; his sisters, Alice Johns and Gloria R. DeWitt; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Grace Church in San Angelo with Pastor Jeremy Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

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

Sandra Kay Crawford Davis went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at age 79, after a long battle with a stroke that left her with right side paralysis and aphasia in San Angelo.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Gregory Smith, officiating. Burial will follow at Miles Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Riverside Chapel.

Sandra was born to Thomas Crawford and Glenda Appleton Crawford on June 29, 1943, in Corpus Christi. She was raised and attended schools in Farmington, New Mexico, and Brownfield. Upon commencement from Brownfield High School, in 1962, she met and married James Alton Davis on May 15, 1963. In addition to being a dedicated and loving wife and mother, Sandra, worked as a school bus driver, commercial teller, manager of Dairy Queen, and opened her own restaurant called Sandra Ds. She was known for her excellence, kindness, and going the extra mile for her customers. She met and made many friends that soon became family. She was always reaching out and helping others.

Sandra had an unwavering faith in Jesus, and her faith only grew stronger in the final years of her life. She witnessed to many people about the love and faithfulness of our Lord. She was a leader and lead by example. Sandra was loved by so many. Her positive outlook, generous spirit, and kind heart left an impression wherever she went. She never met a stranger that didn't quickly become a friend; she always went out of her way to help anyone in need Home

Sandra is survived by her daughters, Sandra Rhea Davis and Brenda Davis Webb; granddaughter, Amanda Rhea Inmon; grandsons, Aaron Giles Inmon and Tyler Wayne Davis and Kaminari Rayne, Lucian Lysander, and Avatre Evangeline; and by her great-grandchildren.

Nancy Annette Crisp, 86, of San Angelo, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2022. Nancy will be missed, but we are rejoicing that she is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and will no longer be suffering in pain. Nancy was born on March 3, 1936, in San Angelo, to Virgina Rooney Probst and James Moore. Nancy also had a beloved step-father Murry Probst. Nancy attended school in Mertzon as a young girl, attended High School in Menard, Texas and graduated from Lake View High School.

Nancy had a long banking career and retired from Central National Bank (CNB) as Assistant Vice President, which is now Wells Fargo. Following her retirement from CNB Nancy went on to work for her good friend and former boss of CNB Glen Kerby at Edward Jones. Nancy never met a stranger and loved people. Even when her body gave out and she was in pain she managed to go and visit new arrivals at Lyndale in her scooter chair to make them feel welcome to Lyndale. She never wanted anyone to feel out of place or alone. I guess you could say she had a big heart. She was most proud of being named an Ambassador at Lyndale after only living there three months.

Nancy married the love her life Travis Crisp on April 16, 1955, and they were married for 55 years at the time of his death on April 11, 2011. Nancy is preceded in death by her husband Travis, her mother Virginia Rooney Probst, her father James Moore, step-father Murry Probst, her sister Susan Probst, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Carole and Gerald Crisp and mother-in-law and father-in-law Annie and Leonard Crisp.

She is survived by her daughter Reneé Butts and husband Ted; Grandson Trevor Butts and wife Jennifer; Grand-daughter Courtney Paiz and husband Justin; Great-Grandchildren Jaelyn and Blake Paiz and Nathanel Butts. She is also survived by niece Becky Buck and husband Fred; nephew Mark Crisp and wife Carrie.

Nancy leaves behind many special cousins Jim Turney, Ann Peeler, Camille Meadows, Kathy Mitchell, Jonnie Caldwell, Marilyn Alexander and a very good friend of the family Ginny Morgan and her numerous friends at Lyndale. Nancy also leaves her devoted caregiver/friend Mandy Sosa, along with all of Lyndale Senior Living staff who took excellent care of her and were like family to her. There are no words to describe how much Lyndale tenants and staff workers have meant to Nancy and Reneé.

She had extended family that checked on her regularly and considered her like a mother and they are Terry and Reneé Brown; Rusha and Chuck Moneke; and Jaci and Corey Wright.

A huge thank you to Shannon Hospital ER and 4-North and 4-South that took care of her every time she was admitted. To the great health care professionals that showed her great patience and compassion; Dr. Sarah Burkes, Dr. Herman Zarate, Rachel Reyes, MSN, APRN, Lisa Vannoy, APRN, MSN, FNP-C, Dr. Chris Haddad and Dr. Melissa Aleta.

The short time Nancy was in Hospice care, Concho Hearts Hospice assisted the family and helped Nancy and Reneé feel very at ease about what lay ahead and for that we thank them so very much for their empathy and Christian love to all of us.

Nancy will be available for viewing on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home all day for anyone that would like to go by and sign her book. A private family graveside service will be conducted by Nancy’s great-nephew Pastor Ryan Buck of Immanuel Baptist Church in Menard. She will be laid to rest next to her high school sweetheart.

Memorials can be made to The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4464 Houston, Texas 77210-4464; Pregnancy Help Center, 2525 Sherwood Way, San Angelo, Texas 76901; or Concho Hearts Hospice of San Angelo.

Viewing

Wednesday, September 07, 2022

8:00AM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Will J. Farris, 86, of San Angelo, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Although we will dearly miss him, we are rejoicing that he is with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was born September 22, 1935, the oldest son of W. J. (Jay) and Ruby D. Farris. He was a cherished husband, beloved father, and a proud Papa and Great-Papa. He was also known as “Uncle Will”, “Will J.’, and a faithful friend to many. Will knew Christ as his personal Savior, and he served the Lord by living his life in a way that reflected Christ. He was a member of the Emmaus Community and had the privilege of being baptized in the Jordan River during a trip of a lifetime to Israel. He was an ordained deacon and a member of Southland Baptist Church.

Will J. was born in Miles, TX and grew up in Knickerbocker and Tankersley, TX. He graduated from San Angelo High School in 1954. While in high school, he enjoyed playing baseball and later continued to play in church leagues. He also loved the game of golf and taught himself to play by researching library books. He could figure out how to do most anything. He was musically incline and in his early years, played the guitar and fiddle.

Will graduated from North Texas State University in 1959 with a degree in Education. While attending college in Denton, he met the love of his life, Annetta Farmer on a blind date. In the spring of 1959, they married and shared 63 wonderful years together. He was devoted to his family and was proud of each one.

His teaching career began in Hurst-Euless, TX in 1959. In the summer of 1960, Will and Annetta moved to San Angelo where he taught wood shop at Lee Jr. High for 9 years. While at Lee, he was honored to be awarded Teacher of the Year. His teaching time was interrupted when he was called to active duty with the National Guard and served our country during the uneasy time of the Cuban Missile Crisis. He continued his career at Central High School teaching architectural drafting, retiring after 36 years. Along with his teaching career, he became an Insurance Agent with Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual and eventually built his own business, Farris Insurance Agency. He worked as an agent until the age of 83. Whether in the classroom with students or in the homes of insurance customers, he touched many lives in a positive way. His former students have often shared how he taught them life lessons of discipline and hard work mixed with a little laughter. He was known to tell a joke or two with his blue eyes twinkling. He was someone you could trust and worked with honesty and integrity.

Will (Daddy) had a passion for wood working and enjoyed spending hours in his shop. His keen eye for detail was evident in the precision of his work. He often chose oak, cedar or mesquite wood with a specific project in mind. He intentionally polished each to perfection bringing out the natural beauty he could envision from the start. He built our house and with Mom at his side, made it our family home.

We will always treasure the many beautiful things he made for us with his own hands. The gifts he gave us from his heart will remain with us always until we see him again some glorious day. Three things will last forever: faith, hope, and love – and the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

Will is preceded in death by his parents, W.J. (Jay) and Ruby D. Farris, brother, Charles Russell Farris, identical twin sons, Charles Wayne and Earl Dwayne Farris and brother-in-law, Jim King.

Those left to treasure his memory are his cherished wife Annetta, daughters, Cindy Tschudi and husband Marc, Diann Farris, Becky Hill and husband, Craig; grandsons, Jacob Daughtry and wife, Kaylee, Matt Addison, and Chase Hill and wife Kelli; great-grandsons, Carson Daughtry and Wyatt Hill; sister, Mayrene King and niece Laurie Sanders. He also has a host of great-nieces and nephews, cousins and numerous friends.

A private graveside service for family will be held at 10:00am at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 1:00pm at Southland Baptist Church.

The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Kim Childers for helping us spend precious time with our Daddy during his last days. Thank you also to Encompass Inpatient Rehab Hospital, Angelo Home Health, Hospice of San Angelo, and Eden EMS.

Memorials can be made to Water for All International (PO Box 1213, San Angelo, TX 76902, or waterforallinternational.org), Hospice of San Angelo, or a charity of your choice.

Graveside

Tuesday, September 06, 2022

10:00AM

Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens 
4989 FM Highway 1223 
San Angelo, TX 76905

Celebration Of Life

Tuesday, September 06, 2022

1:00PM

Southland Baptist Church 
4300 Meadow Creek Trl. 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Naomi Eba Fout went home to glory August 29, 2022 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Ernie Fout in 2005. 

Naomi was born on August 8, 1928 in Baltimore, MD to Harry and Bessie Eba, the 5th of 6 children. Her father was an itinerant preacher who traveled the country painting signs to support his family. Naomi started school as a child in Lordsburg, New Mexico, and ultimately graduated high school in Portsmouth, Ohio. After high school she made a living by working along side her sister Esther in a shoe factory in Portsmouth. Along with her family, she attended the United Pentecostal Church, where she met Ernie Fout. 

Ernie and Naomi married on September 14, 1953. They had 5 children: Mark, John, Dale, Ruth and Kathy. She was the loving grandmother of 6, and doting great-grandmother of 16 children. Along with raising her children Naomi also managed stores for 16 Food Corral Co. in El Paso, TX. 

Naomi deeply loved the Lord, and was a faithful churchgoer, playing the piano and organ on Sunday mornings in church when she lived in El Paso. 

After they moved to San Angelo, she volunteered as a greeter in church at The Life Church, a task she dearly loved. 

As her health declined in the last years, Naomi was surrounded by 3 generations of family who cared for her in every way possible, bringing her joy, laughter, her favorite treats and the very best medical care. We will miss her sense of humor, her joy, her stories, and most of all, her sweet smile. 

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the 5th floor nursing staff at Shannon Medical Center, the staff of Solaris Hospice, with loving gratitude to her nurse Lindsey and her aide Rebecca. 

A visitation will be held for Naomi on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 2, 2022 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 11:00 AM. Pallbearers will include Brent Fout, Stephen Reynolds, Rolf Brown, Caylor Corley, Trevor Yates, Curtis Yates, Garrett Yates and Abe Eba. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the American Diabetes Associations, or a charity of your choice. 

Visitation

Thursday, September 01, 2022

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Graveside

Friday, September 02, 2022

11:00AM

Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens 
4989 FM Highway 1223 
San Angelo, TX 76905

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Paul Anthony Aidala announce his passing.

He was 63. He passed away in his home on August 28th, 2022.

Paul was born in Brooklyn, New York to mother Josephine Aidala, and father Michael Aidala on October 24, 1958. He leaves behind two older sisters Grace Ann and Rosie, an older brother, Louis. He also leaves behind multiple nieces and nephews as well as many great nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind a daughter Kimberly and his most beloved granddaughter Rivalee.

Paul was a gifted salesman who devoted his life to his craft. He never met a stranger and made an impact on San Angelo in many ways. His absence will be felt.

His memorial service will be held at Paul Ann Church, on September 10, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the House of Faith, his favorite charity.

Leon “Ponce DeLeon” “Sam” Samuel, 89, peacefully passed away Sunday, August 29, 2022, in his home with his wife by his side.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Friday, September 2, 2022, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 3, 2022, at New Jerusalem Church of God in Christ with Elder Anthony Eugene Harris and Superintendent Johnny Allen, officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. Military Honors are afforded by Goodfellow Airforce Honor Team.

Mr. Samuel was born October 10, 1932 to Willie Samuel, Jr. and Josie Byrd in Tuskegee, Alabama. Leon was a 1950 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Tuskegee. He was a veteran of the US Airforce, serving during the Korean War and the Vietnam War as a Military Police retiring in 1971. Leon married Loretta Dade in 1958, she preceded him in death. He has been a resident of San Angelo since 1971. Leon married the love of his life, Jessie Green on August 9, 1986 in San Angelo. Leon joined the San Angelo Police Department as an Identification Technician and retired after 22 years in 1994. He was a member of New Jerusalem Church of God in Christ for over 30 years where he served as a Deacon and worked faithfully where he was needed. Leon loved his church family. Leon was known, loved, and respected by many persons, young and old. He will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of meeting him. Leon loved playing racquetball and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren who were his pride and joy.

Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Jessie Samuel of the home; two sons, Darnell Samuel and Norman Henry both of San Angelo; a daughter, Jarita Camacho and husband Marc of Rockwall; six grandchildren, Dustin, Bobby, Shadow all of San Angelo, Brittney and Alberto of Plano, Matthew, and Jacob both of Rockwall; a nephew, Howard Davis, Jr. and wife Evelyn of Montgomery, Alabama; and a cousin, Dottie Nichols of New York. Leon was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Leon Samuel, Jr.

Alfonso Jimenez, Jr.,68, of San Angelo, formerly of Odessa passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022.

Graveside services will be in Valentine Cemetery at a later date.  Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Jimenez was born on January 15, 1954 in Odessa and graduated from  Valentine High School.  He was a painter for Ref-Chem in Odessa for over 20 years.  Alfonso enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by a son Ray Jimenez and wife Jerrica of Odessa; a daughter Marcy Scott and husband Bradley of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; two brothers, Eden Jimenez of Odessa and Gene Jimenez of Kilgore; two sisters, Alice Rebelez of Andrews and Elsie Reeves of Alto, New Mexico; five grandchildren, Jackie, Tyler, Mekenzie, Seth, and Michael; and five great grandchildren.