Earl Eugene Sleeper, Jr. of San Angelo, TX left this world way too soon. At 40 years old he lost his courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on January 30, 2022. He is flying high with ceiling and visibility unlimited. Some knew him as Junior, some knew him as Bubba, and some knew him as Earl but everyone knew him as the greatest, kindest, sweetest, most selfless guy. He was humble, warm, loyal, trustworthy, smart, and just hilarious. He would open his home and give you the shirt off his back. Nobody on this Earth has a single bad thing to say about him. Anyone that knew him knew he had this love of flying that was always in his bones. If he wasn’t in a cockpit he was always looking at planes and talking about them. His favorite things to do were going to watch planes land and take off, play video games, watch football, and of course, bowl. Don’t let him fool you he was not just an “okay” bowler he was an awesome bowler.  

He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Earl Eugene Sleeper, Sr. and Pamela Sleeper. He had a sister Barbara and a brother Levi. He moved to Texas in 9th grade. After graduating from Central High School in San Angelo, TX, he attended Texas Tech University where he carried his love of marching band all the way through his senior year of college playing the baritone. He was a Kappa Kappa Psi brother. He was also a proud Red Raider and you could hear him always say “Go Tech!” no matter what game was on. Sometimes there wasn’t even a game and he would say it just because. After college he went on to work as an IT guy and eventually went to graduate school at Angelo State University where he got his MBA. After graduating with his MBA he moved to Lubbock where he met the love of his life. He married Kelly on June 28, 2014. They welcomed 2 girls, Sarah and Amanda. In Lubbock he also switched careers from IT to full time pilot. He got to live his dream. He said he got everything he ever wanted just not long enough. 

He is survived by his wife Kelly Sleeper and his 2 daughters Sarah (5) and Amanda (1) of San Angelo, TX; parents Earl, Sr. and Pam Sleeper of San Angelo, TX; grandparents: Grace Sleeper of Hugoton, KS; Jim Michelson of Palm City, FL; Dianne Smith of Glendale, AZ; siblings: Barbara Miller and James of Owasso, OK and Levi Sleeper and Dana of Wolfforth, TX; nieces Lydia and Adi Sleeper of Wolfforth, TX; Brooklynn Kenny of Magnolia, TX; nephew Gary Miller of Owasso, OK; in-laws Debbie Kenny of Tomball, TX; John and Bernadette Kenny of Fulshear, TX; Chris Kenny of Magnolia, TX; and Angela Janik of Houston, TX. He is predeceased by his grandparents William Sleeper, Glen Smith, and Mae Michelson. 

Viewing will be at Harper Funeral Home 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76904 on Sunday, February 6 from 4 pm to 6 pm. Funeral will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church 3536 Lutheran Way, San Angelo, TX 76904 on Monday, February 7 at 11 am. Interment will be at Klein Memorial Park 9714 FM-2920, Tomball, TX 77375 on Wednesday, February 9 at 11 am. 

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to their Go Fund Me. Earl always said that all he wanted to do is make sure his girls are taken care of. That is what mattered most to him.  
https://www.gofundme.com/f/sending-… 

The world lost one of the greats, but heaven gained an amazing angel. He will continue to soar above the clouds as he did in a plane here on Earth.  

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

Visitation

Sunday, February 06, 2022

4:00PM - 6:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Monday, February 07, 2022

11:00AM

Trinity Lutheran Church of San Angelo 
3536 Lutheran Way 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Final Resting Place

Klein Memorial Park 
9714 FM 2920 
Tomball, Texas 77375

In loving memory of Cynthia Ann Gaitan, 60, of Sterling City, Texas and passed away on January 29, 2022, at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, Texas.

Cynthia Ann Gaitan was born in Sterling City, Texas on August 16, 1961, to Bisente Gaitan and Alicia Perez. She was raised by Alicia Perez and Bisente Gaitan in San Angelo, Texas. As she grew, she was a loving sister, enjoyed helping her mom taking care of her brothers and sisters, so her mom could work. She loved ice cream, playing with friends, loved holidays, coloring, basketball, jump rope and hopscotch. Her mom raised her to be a strong woman, a respectful young woman and showed her holiday traditions to keep it going for many more generations. She was also a hard worker, loving, caring, and a giving person. She cherished her memory of her mother and father with all her heart. She met Juan Molina, Jr. who was 17 and she was 15. It was love at first sight and she knew he fell in love with her, and she loved him with all her heart. She was with him all the time and they started a new life of their own. They have three beautiful children, Ruben Gaitan, Juan Gaitan and Valerie Gaitan. She raised her children in San Angelo, Texas and she was one out of a million. Her children were blessed to have her as their mother. Cynthia Ann was a wonderful, amazing person and was one of a kind. No one could take her place. She was their queen and boss lady, a fearless strong woman who kept her head up no matter what. She lived life to the fullest. She loved to cook, clean and go shopping. She liked to have the best and liked to look her best from head to toe. She loved music, oldies but goodies. There will never be someone like her.

Cynthia Ann loved her family and she did anything for anybody and everybody. She believed in God and always had faith in God. She would always say to leave everything to God. Cynthia Ann attended Howard College and became a certified Nurses aid at Baptist Retirement community. She loved working at her job every day and looked forward to taking care of sick elderly people. It became her priority and passion. She had 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. She did everything she could do for them, and she was a loving, caring and best grandma they could ask for. They were blessed to have her as a grandma. She spent a lot of time with her four granddaughters and was very close to them and loved them with all her heart. They were her princesses, and she was their queen. She had a lot of wonderful times with Juan Molina, Jr., ruben, Juan, Valerie, Brissa, Brenna, Muneka, Chula, and family. She had been with Juan Molina, Jr. for 45 years and her two sons and one and only daughter and grandchildren until her death. Mother and Father, brothers and sister, a nephew, grandma and grandparents preceded her in heaven. You will never be forgotten. You will always be in our hearts, minds, thoughts, and especially our prayer. We will always feel you nearby.

Cynthia Ann is survived by her husband, Juan Molina, Jr., her 2 sons, Ruben Gaitan and Juan Gaitan, her one and only daughter Valerie Gaitan; her grandchildren; her brother, Bisente Gaitan; her 2 sisters, Debbie and Gloria and numerous nieces and nephews. She is going to be missed so much, so many hearts feeling broken and empty, She’s our guardian angel.

The Rosary will be 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass will be 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Sacred Heart Cathedral with Rev. Lorenzo Hatch as celebrant. Interment will follow at Sterling City Cemetery in Sterling City, TX. Pallbearers for the service will be Bisente Gaitan, Albert Molina, Jr., Angel Valdez, David Gaitan, Vincent Gaitan and Michael Mares. 

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

Rosary

Tuesday, February 08, 2022

6:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Mass

Wednesday, February 09, 2022

2:00PM

Sacred Heart Cathedral 
20 E Beauregard Ave 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Final Resting Place

Sterling City Cemetery 
U.S. Highway 87 
Sterling City, TX 76951

Joe Adolphus King, 89, of San Angelo passed away Monday, January the 24th. Joe was born November 15, 1932, in Winnsboro, Texas, to Ruben James King and Lola Mae Folsom. Joe King and Margaret Thompson married on September 10, 1955, at St. Peter's Church Fakenham and were married for a total of 57 years. During their time of life together, they would live in Spain, West Germany, Belgium, and the United States.

After Joe's retirement, they settled in Thetford, England, where Joe won awards year after year for growing Roses. Joe joked that he finally stopped so he wouldn't "get ran out of England". Joe and Margaret were involved in the local church. 

At the age of 18 years old, Joe joined the Air Force in serving our country for a total of 20 years, with 2 years and 11months and 22 days of foreign and/or overseas. Master Sergeant Joe King retired from service on June 30, 1971. He was given many decorations, badges, and medals with two being the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. Joe also received a Certificate of Appreciation for service in the armed forces by the Commander in Chief, Richard Nixon. 

Joe is preceded in death by his parents Ruben James and Lola Mae King of Seagraves and his loving wife Margaret of Thedford, England. Joe was survived by both his sisters Delilah Tupin and husband Kennard of Menard, Caroline Wood of Seagraves and many nephews and nieces, along with his good friend, Betty Green. Joe was loved by many and will always be remembered.

Memorial Service

Monday, February 07, 2022

10:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Miguel G. Mendoza Jr., 72, born in Miles, Texas to Miguel Mendoza Sr. and Gavina Mendoza. 

He loved his grandkids, girls, and family. He was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy fan. He was a Cowboys and a Longhorns fan. He would watch his wrestling and cowboy movies from back in the day. 

He is survived by his three daughters: Brenda Mata and husband Jose, Dolores J. Mendoza, Alma De La Cruz and husband Jesus. His eleven grandchildren: Joe Jr., Miguel F. Mata, Myra A. Mata, Mikayla Mata, Miguel A. Mendoza, Breana Torres, Valarie Mendoza, Alexa Tristan, Victoria M. Tristan, Juan P. Tristan, and Natalia Tristan. His ten great grandchildren, Isabel Leigh, and Amaya Mata, his three sisters: Mary Estrada, Gracie Subia, and Vivian Martinez and husband Frank. His surviving sisters-in-law, his half-brothers: Martin and Albert Mendoza of Portales, New Mexico and Benny Mendoza of Clovis New Mexico, a half-sister Gloria Rodriguez of Portales, New Mexico. His stepmom Alejandra Mendoza. His aunts Candelaria Mendoza, Fernando Garza, and Manuel Frausto. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Hilda, brothers, half-brother and sister and uncles and aunts, as well as his fur great granddaughter.
 

Rosary

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

1:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

John Bryson Elliot, Sr., 71, of San Angelo passed away on Monday, January 31, 2021 at home.

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

Mr. Elliot was born on December 8, 1950 in Springfield, Ohio to Claude and Ann Morgan Elliot. John joined the U. S. Army in 1969 and served until his retirement in 1980. He then joined the U. S. Army National Guard, serving until 1989. He married Deborah Allison on December 4, 1970 in San Antonio. He was a mechanic at Ranchers Lamb Processing. John loved fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, of the home; a son, John B. Elliot, Jr. of San Angelo; a daughter, Ann M. Trammell of San Angelo; three brothers, Paul Elliott, Bill Elliott, and John Winkler, all of Springfield, Ohio; two granddaughters, Kristina and Dakota; and a great-granddaughter, Kinley.

Jerry Chick, 87, of Big Lake passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022 in Midland.

Public Viewing will be from 12:00 PM until 6:30 PM Friday, February 4, 2022 and from 9:00 AM until service time Saturday, February 5, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Big Lake.

Family visitation will be from 5:00 to 6:30 PM Friday, February 5, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Big Lake.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Saturday February 5, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Big Lake with Rev. Gerald Bastin, pastor, and Rev. Todd M. Starnes, nephew, officiating.  Burial will follow at Glen Rest Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Chick was born on October 23, 1934 in Brown County, Texas to Charles and Evelyn Ward Chick.  Jerry graduated from Reagan County High School in 1953 and served in the U. S. Army from 1953 until 1955.  He married the love of his life, Mae Starnes, on November 22, 1958 in Midland, TX.  Jerry began his oilfield career shortly after his time in the service. He worked for Pool Company many years and retired from Big Lake Services in 2015 at the age of 81.  Jerry also made many lifelong friends during his time in the oilfield. He loved fishing, playing dominoes, and playing golf.  His true love was spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife of 63 years; two daughters, Connie McCulloch and husband Steve of Ovalo and Diane Phillips and husband James of Big Lake; one sister, Janet Taylor and husband George of Del Rio; three grandchildren, Daniel Ross Moore and wife Christi of Clyde, Lance Reynolds of Big Lake, and Katherine Jones and husband Nate of Odessa; two great-grandsons, Brandon Moore and Ethan Moore, both of Clyde and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Reagan Memorial Hospital and Reagan County Care Center Staff for their sincere and loving care of this very special man during his time there. 

PUBLIC VIEWING

Friday
February 4, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
First Baptist Church of Big Lake
510 E 7th St.
Big Lake, TX 76932

VISITATION

Friday
February 4, 2022
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
First Baptist Church of Big Lake
510 E 7th St.
Big Lake, TX 76932

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday
February 5, 2022
2:00 PM
First Baptist Church of Big Lake
510 E 7th St.
Big Lake, TX 76932

Bernice Soto Cano, 97, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2022. She was a devoted Catholic and had a special place in her heart for the Carmelite Sisters in Christoval, Texas. She was born October 30, 1924 in Knickerbocker, Texas to Genaro and Casiana Soto. Bernice is preceded in death by her husband, L. D. Cano, ten siblings, a son, Alex Cano, grandson, Alex de Soto Cano, and a great-grandson, Patryck Garza.  

Bernice is survived by her children, Lucy (Mo) Gutierrez of Mansfield, Rose (Eddie) Salcido and David Cano of San Angelo, six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, Cindy Curtis of Flower Mound whom she considered a granddaughter, and many nieces and nephews.  

A rosary service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Monday, February 7, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home. Funeral mass and Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Knickerbocker Catholic Cemetery. 

Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Gutierrez, Carlos Gutierrez, Nic Vasquez, Avel Sosa, and Terry Ellis. 
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be sent to Our Lady of Grace Carmelite Monastery at 6202 Co Rd 339, Christoval, Texas, 76935.

Rosary

Monday, February 07, 2022

7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Mass

Tuesday, February 08, 2022

10:00AM

St. Mary's Catholic Church 
7 West Ave. N 
San Angelo, TX 76903

Pedro "Pete" Peña, Sr., 78, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Memorial service will be 12:30 PM Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Oasis Baptist Church, 306 E. 39th Street, San Angelo, Texas 76903 with Rev. David Deanda, pastor, officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Peña was born December 4, 1943 in San Angelo where Pete has been a lifelong resident. Pete married Elida Solis on February 25, 1967 in San Angelo. He was heavy equipment operator for the City of San Angelo for 28 years retiring in 2000 and after retirement he became a school crossing guard at several different schools. Pete was a member of the Oasis Baptist Church. Pete loved being with his family and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Elida Solis; two sons, Pedro Peña, Jr. and wife Robbi of Brownwood; Danny Peña and wife Jessica of San Angelo; three daughters, Sonia Gomez and husband Frank, Theresa Peña, and Grace Salgado and husband Ruben all of San Angelo; 2 sisters; 1 brother; 19 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.

Patricia "Trish" Castro, 58, of San Angelo passed away,Friday, January 28, 2022 in San Angelo.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Castro was born on March 11, 1963 in San Angelo to Richard and Zoila Martinez Castro. Trish graduated from San Angelo Lakeview High School. She lived in San Angelo most of her life. Trish worked in the cafeteria at Community Hospital for several years. Later she worked at Subway as a sandwich expert. Trish loved watching wrestling and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Her grandson Martin was her pride and joy.

She was preceded in death by her father and an infant son, Garrett Williamson.

Survivors include her partner, Jon Pearse of San Angelo, two daughters, Megan Valdez and husband Luis and Ashten Williamson and husband Zach, both of San Angelo; a brother, Richard Castro of San Angelo; her mother Zoila Castro of San Angelo; and a grandson, Martin Valdez of San Angelo; her best friend, Shelly Pruitt of San Angelo; and numerous cousins.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Tuesday
February 1, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Drive
San Angelo, TX 76903

H L Turnbow 83 of San Angelo died Monday January 24 at Shannon Hospital. 

H L was born July 23, 1938, in San Angelo to Eldon and Zora Frances Turnbow. He retired from San Angelo Fire Department as Captain after thirty-four years of service. He was instructor for Texas A&M, teaching repelling and vertical rescue for several years. One of his favorite pastimes was his annual fishing trips to Lake Amistad with his closet friends, sons, and grandkids. 

H L and Dixie spent the last thirty-two years as owners and operators of West Texas Game Feeders. He was a great fabricator and innovator, helping many people in the ranching, hunting and wildlife industries. 

He is survived by his wife Dixie Turnbow of San Angelo, two sons Landy Turnbow and wife Margaret of Forney, Leland Turnbow and wife Theresa of San Angelo, grandchildren Landa Pustejovsky and husband Brad, Mitch Daniels, Camille Daniels, Shay Turnbow, Hunter Turnbow and wife Stephanie, Leighton Turnbow, and seven great grandchildren, and one sister Marie Prine of Kerrville. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Father-in-law Zeke, and Celia Wayne Harris and one granddaughter Shelby Turnbow. 

He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, son, and friend. 

A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring at West Texas Game Feeders, San Angelo, Tx.