Linda Sue Faulkenberry passed away peacefully in the presence of family on August 4, 2025. She was 78 years old. Sue was born on April 16, 1947, in Ballinger, Texas to Joe and Ina Campbell Hebel. She was the youngest of 4 children. When she was 12 years old her father died. Her mother later married Loyd Webster. He bought Sue her first car, a Chevy. She grew up in Littlefield, Texas and graduated from Littlefield high school in 1965. She attended North Texas State and Texas Tech University.

Sue married Joe Faulkenberry in 1979, and they lived in Texas, then Nebraska, finally settling in San Angelo, Texas.

Sue was gifted with a beautiful voice and started singing in church at a very young age. She especially liked to sing at weddings. Among her interests were refinishing furniture and gardening.

Preceding Sue in death are her parents Joe and Ina Hebel and her 3 siblings: Joe Wayne Hebel, Robert Allen Hebel, and Patricia Ann Hebel Amburn.

Sue is survived by her husband, Joe Thomas Faulkenberry and stepdaughters, Kimberly Faulkenberry Hale and Joanna Faulkenberry Anderson and grandchildren William (Wilah) Crawford Anderson, Alex Michael Anderson, Jessie Susannah Reeser, Thomas Glenn Robert Anderson, and Maureen Olivia Reeser.

A memorial service will be held in Sue’s honor Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas.

After 95 years of dedicated life in the Concho Valley, June Helwig embarked on her final journey at 10:30 AM on Monday, August 4, 2025. Her passing was serene and embraced by her children, Bonnie Helwig Huckabee, and Bill J. Helwig. June's life was remarkable, filled with joy, challenges, and steadfast devotion to her faith over the course of her 95 years.Born on July 21, 1930 as the eldest daughter of Otto and Augusta Kriegel in San Angelo, June spent her formative years primarily in Miles, alongside her sisters, Laverne Redman and Kay Bruce. Despite a few relocations between San Angelo and Whitefish, Montana, she remained a lifelong resident and a fervent supporter of her community, contributing significantly as a devoted farm wife in the Miles- Mereta-San Angelo area.At 18, after graduation as Valedictorian at Miles High School in 1948, she married in 1949 and moved to the south side of the Concho River with her new husband, Billy Joe Helwig, with whom she shared a rich family life and a marriage that lasted 60 years until his passing in 2010.

 Following five years of living alone on the farm, June’s final relocation brought her to San Angelo, where she became a cherished member of the Rio Concho Manor patio home community, welcoming one and all new residents with her signature “Angel Food Cake.”Throughout her life, June was passionate about her faith, her family, and her commitment to agriculture and the communities of Miles and Mereta. She valued her church family and embraced opportunities for travel and lifelong learning. June exemplified love and respect for others, always aiming to "make the best better." She inspired those around her to show kindness and concern, taking proactive steps to enhance her community while quietly providing support to those in need and demonstrating leadership through her positive contributions.During her lifetime, she touched many lives in many different ways such as a PTA Mom, 4-H community and county leader, Texas Polled Hereford Women’s Auxiliary member, Miles Young Homemaker’s Assoc., Miles Trinity Lutheran Church Parishioner, West Texas Aggie Mom and Mereta/Veribest Home Demonstration Club Member/Leader, to name a few. Her example of “doing”, and not just talking was an inspiration to her children and those around her.In her later years, June thrived as a resident of the Rio Concho patio homes, cultivating friendships and maintaining connections with a wide circle of friends and family across the region. She participated in various activities, and her life, during this time, was enriched by her relationship with longtime acquaintance Merlin Hurt (deceased) of San Angelo. Additionally, she was profoundly supported by three exceptional individuals—Toni Gonzales, Sylvia Hernandez, and Maria Rodriguez —who contributed to her care, joy, and overall well-being.

June is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Helwig Huckabee and her husband Todd, as well as her son, Bill J. Helwig and his spouse Debi. She leaves behind grandchildren August Huckabee, Austin Huckabee, Georgia Monroe, Chad Helwig, Jodee Helwig Melton, and Brandon Howard along with 16 great-grandchildren. June is also survived by her two beloved sisters, Laverne Redman of Miles and Kay Bruce of Anaheim, California,and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Billy Joe Helwig, and an infant daughter, Kathy Helwig. Longtime family friend Alfred de la Garza of Mereta, Texas, also survives her.A "Celebration of Life" is scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 10:00 am at Miles Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 2203 Robinson, Miles, Texas. A visitation time with the family will be held immediately following the service at the church. Internment at the Miles Cemetery will be private. 

A special thanks to the staff of Hospice of San Angelo, especially Mary Ponce, who gave June such excellent care and company in her last days. We are forever grateful for their support as we navigated this last season. We also appreciate her community who cared for her so well at the Rio Concho Patio Homes, especially her neighbor Nelda Carter, Shirley and Jerry Oeff and many others. In lieu of floral tributes, memorial donations may be directed to 1) Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, P.O Box 265, Miles Tx 76861 2) Hospice of San Angelo, 1933 University, San Angelo Tx 76904 3) Samaritan’s Purse Ministries, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607 or a charity of your choice. Thank you to all of you who made her life rich and full.

Jo Anne Carney Krall Eisenbach, 91, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025, in San Angelo, TX. Jo Anne was born on September 12, 1933, to James Monroe Thompson and Mildred Alene Keegan Thompson. She was raised by her grandparents John and Nita Keegan in Sherwood, TX.

She married her first love, John R Carney, in Sherwood, TX, when he came home from the Navy. Shortly after their marriage they moved to McCamey, TX and started their family. Later they moved to San Angelo, TX, where they finished raising their family. She and daddy loved to dance to country music. “Silver Wings” and the “Orange Blossom Special” were a couple of their favorites. That Union sadly ended upon the death of John R in 1980. She later met and married Melvin J. Krall, who became granddaddy to her grandchildren. They all have fond memories of granddad. She met Roy Eisenbach at church in June 2009. They dated for several months and married on March 21, 2009. She gained three new stepsons.

Jo Anne always had the dream of becoming a nurse. That dream came true in 1969 when she graduated from San Angelo Vocational Nursing School. She was second in her class and scored 100 on the State License Exam, which she was very proud of (we were too). In her career, she worked at Shannon Memorial Hospital, Hendrick Medical Center, Park Plaza Nursing Home, and the Infirmary at San Angelo State School. She will be commemorated by the Nurses Honor Guard. What an honor!

Jo Anne is survived by her daughter Dianne Holland and husband Cap of Bronte, TX, her daughter Elaine Catrett of San Angelo, TX, and stepson Mark Krall of Alaska, her grandchildren Brian Scherf, Leslie Stuart, Trey Holland, Tamara Catrett, Jordan Catrett, and Alissa Catrett and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her special cousin Mary Ann Phillips of CA, step-sister Jerry Valley of OR, and her husband Roy Eisenbach.

She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, first husband John R Carney, daughter Patricia Gower, son John Rex Carney, and daughter Sherry Sue Carney. She is also preceded in death by her second husband, Melvin J Krall.

The family is truly blessed to have had the support from Enhabit Home Health (Brittney, Raymond, and Kyle), Hospice of San Angelo and her personal caregivers Juana, Liliana, Gloria, Nicole, Stephanie, Melinda, and Dianne Bass.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

2 Timothy 4:6-9

Jesusita Hernandez Torres, 98, of San Angelo, Texas passed away peacefully on Sunday August 3, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. 

Jesusita was born on April 13, 1927 in Eden, Texas to Pancho and Petra Hernandez. She married Erasmo Torres and the two remained together for 50 years until his passing. 

Jesusita was preceded in passing by her parents, Pancho and Petra Hernandez; loving husband, Erasmo; brothers, Pancho Hernandez, Antonio Hernandez, and Juan Hernandez; sister, Michaela Gonzales; daughters, Crusita Torres, Margarita Torres, and Marie Chapy; son-in-law, George Rios; and one granddaughter, Sandra Marie Estrada Zuniga. 

Left to cherish Jesusita’s memory are her sisters, Oralia Garcia and Patsey Rangel; daughters, Josefa Torres and Guadalupe Rios. Jesusita also leaves behind 4 granddaughters, 4 grandsons, and several great-grandchildren. 

Visitation for Jesusita will be held from 5-6 PM followed by a Rosary at 6 PM on Thursday August 7, 2025 at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10 AM on Friday August 8, 2025 at Johnson's Funeral Home followed by interment at Live Oak Cemetery in Eden, Texas. 

The Torres Family would like to thank all of the Nursing Staff and CNA’s of Arbor Terrace, as well as the Interim Hospice staff, especially Jacqueline Kelley, for their compassionate care and ongoing support. The Torres Family would also like to thank Arthur Charles Estrada for his continued support.

Carla Jane Gerber Hodges, age 74, of San Angelo, Tx, formerly of Texarkana, Tx passed away on August 2, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1951, in Texarkana, Tx, and carried the spirit and strength of her East Texas roots throughout her life.

Carla was a graduate of Liberty-Eylau class of 1969. Carla was a gifted ceramicist who found joy in creating beauty with her hands. She worked closely with her dear friend Fran Rohnbach in San Angelo Tx, forming not just art, but a lasting bond of friendship and creativity. Her creations were often gifted to those she loved, each piece a reflection of her generous and thoughtful spirit.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, James Michael Hodges of San Angelo, Tx; her mother, Iris Trunell Gerber of Texarkana Tx; four brothers, Gary Gerber (Cheryl) of Midlothian Tx, Randal Gerber (Jane) of Texarkana, Tx, Keith Gerber (Dottie) of Waco Tx, and Kevin Gerber of Texarkana, Tx; and her sister, Patti Pilgreen (Richard) of Texarkana, Tx. She also leaves behind two beloved grandchildren, Colin Searcy and Savanna Searcy, both of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and sixteen nieces and nephews who were blessed by her warmth, laughter, and love.

Carla was preceded in death by her father, Carl Gerber, and her cherished daughter, Carrie Michelle.

Known as a true friend to many, Carla’s life was filled with kindness, creativity, and a deep devotion to her family. She loved deeply and was deeply loved in return.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Bruno Rudolfo Velasquez, 41, passed away on Saturday,August 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Public viewing will be from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a prayer service at 6:00 PM Monday, August 4, 2025, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Aaron Gonzales, pastor of Jirah House, officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Velasquez was born March 12, 1984 in San Angelo. Bruno was a skilled cabinet maker-a craft that ran deep in his roots. From the time he could walk, he followed in his grandfather's footsteps in the cabinet shop, where he developed a lifelong love for working with his hands. Known as a "jack of all trades," Bruno took pride in creating special gifts for his loved ones and was always ready to lend a hand or fix what was broken.

A proud lowrider enthusiast, Bruno had a special bond with his father through their shared passion. Together, they built "Child's Play," a custom lowrider bike that Bruno treasured. He also found great joy in sports, especially during the years he spent coaching soccer and softball alongside his oldest daughter, Diamond.

Bruno is survived by his parents, Bruno and Julia Velasquez; his sister, Veronica Hernandez and husband Esrael; his daughters, Diamond (Dylan Lowman) and Esmeralda Velasquez (with her mother Maria Ramirez); his sons, Cooper McCann and Ace Michael Velasquez. He also leaves behind his uncle, Rudy Dominguez and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved him deeply. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosalinda Dominguez Velasquez; his maternal grandmother, Ramona Dominguez; his aunt, Josie Ramirez; and his paternal grandparents, Bruno and Gloria Velasquez.

Bruno's legacy lives on in the hearts of those he loved and those who loved him. He will be remembered for his hard work, creativity, deep loyalty to his family, and the special way he made those around him feel seen and valued.

Special thank you to best friends Tiny Lombrana, Alex Trufant, and Marc Ybarra. Thank you to Gentiva Hospice and staff for the patience and loving care.

"For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone." - Psalms 91:11-12"The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance." - 2 Peter 3:9

Patricia Ann “Patsy” Nafe, 81, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 4, 2025, in San Angelo surrounded by her loving family.

Patricia, affectionately known as Patsy, was born March 9, 1944, in Argyle, Texas to Samuel B. and Carrie J. Grundy Howard. She grew up in Argyle and graduated from Denton High School. After high school, she attended Draughon’s Business College and attained her associate’s degree. Patsy met and later married the love of her life, Lowell Lavon Nafe, on June 7, 1963, and they shared 62 wonderful years together and raised three children. She was a very loving wife, mother and Mamaw who devoted her life to her family.

She loved the Lord and was a strong woman of faith. She never let an opportunity go by to share Jesus and her love for God with those she came into contact with- doctors, nurses, waiters, family and friends. Patsy always had a smile on her face and was always very cheerful regardless of any life circumstances. She had a great sense of humor and loved to brighten someone’s day with a joke or an act of kindness. Her family and friends knew her as the person everyone wanted to be around because it always meant they would have a great time. Patsy’s legacy of love, laughter, kindness and cheerfulness will remain in our hearts, and we will dearly miss her!

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Tommy Howard and her granddaughter, Victoria Treadaway. She is survived by her husband Lowell L. Nafe, of San Angelo; her children, Cynthia McGowen and her husband Kelly, of San Angelo, Chris Nafe and his wife Gwyn, of Ore City, TX, and Pam Treadaway and her husband Scott, of Era, TX; her grandchildren, Brittany Jarvis and her husband Chaz, Adam McGowen and his wife Ashley, Ryann Ostrander and her husband Nick, Jenni Phelps and her husband Chad, Carrie Doan and her husband Heath, Nathan Treadaway and his wife Ana and Aaron Treadaway; her great grandchildren, Hunter Jarvis, Kooper Jarvis, Harper Jarvis, Keelan Treadaway, Kynlee Treadaway, Karson Treadaway, Kallie Kennemer, Connor Treadaway, Elizabeth Treadaway, Shayne Phelps, Kaedance Phelps, Sawyer Phelps, Easton Phelps, Charlotte Doan, Cohen Ostrander, and Kellan Ostrander. She is also survived by her sister, Clara Richards, of Denton, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews, other family members and a host of friends.

A memorial service for Patsy will be held on a later date to be announced. The family requests that any gifts considered be given to Camp Copass, 8200 E. McKinney Blvd., Denton, TX 76208.