Earl Eugene Sleeper

Earl Eugene Sleeper, age 73, of San Angelo, Texas, was raised into the arms of Jesus on January 11, 2026. He was born on September 14, 1952, to William E. Sleeper and Grace P. (Craver) Sleeper in Elkhart, Kansas.

Earl grew up on a family farm outside of Elkhart in Texas County, Oklahoma—God’s Country. He attended Yarbrough School and graduated in 1970. After high school, he attended Oklahoma Panhandle State University (affectionately known as “Tumbleweed Tech”), where he began his pursuit of a military career through the Army ROTC program. During this time, he also earned his private pilot’s license.

Upon graduation, Earl proudly served his country as a helicopter pilot in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany, among other locations. Although he served approximately four years on active duty, he continued his military service for many years as a reservist.

After leaving active duty and while living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Earl met his bride, Pam Sleeper. They were married on May 10, 1980, in Elkhart, Kansas. Earl continued his service to the nation with U.S. Customs, where he served in numerous roles for 27 years until his retirement in 2009; he lovingly referred to his retirement as being “Fired with Save Pay”.

Survivors include his wife, Pam Sleeper of San Angelo, Texas; his children, Barbara and James Miller of Owasso, Oklahoma; Levi and Dana Sleeper of Wolfforth, Texas; and Kelly Sleeper of San Angelo, Texas; and his grandchildren, Lydia and Adi Sleeper, Gary Miller, and Sarah and Amanda Sleeper. He is also survived by his siblings, Allen and Terri Sleeper of New London, Missouri; Tracie Bowker of Richfield, Kansas; and Bruce Sleeper of Liberal, Kansas.

Earl was welcomed into heaven by his parents, Bill and Grace Sleeper; his son, Earl E. Sleeper Jr.; and many other beloved family members.

Celebration of Life services will include a viewing at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, Texas, on Thursday, January 15, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in San Angelo, Texas, on Friday, January 16, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a graveside service with military honors at Elkhart Cemetery in Elkhart, Kansas, on Monday, January 19, at 10:00 a.m.

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Mary Minnette Cantrell

Mary Minette Hinrichs Cantrell was born March 19, 1937 to Ernest Hinrichs and Minnie Dora Lowe Hinrichs in Tunnels County.

Mary was reunited in heaven with her loving husband L.A. Cantrell Jr. on January 11, 2026 at the age of 88.

Mary grew up in Concho and Runnels Co and graduated from Paint Rock High School.

Mary and L.A. married June 23, 1956 in Paint Rock, TX and were married for 57 years. Shortly after they married, they were stationed to Ft. Bragg, N.C. where their first child Alton was born. Mary and L.A. moved back to Texas and lived in Ballinger, TX where their second child Mandy was born.

Mary worked for Sears as a customer sales clerk approx. 20 years and then at Eckerd Drugs in the pharmacy approx. 10 years. After retirement she spent her days farming and ranching with her husband.

Mary was a very humble, kind and sweet mom and memaw who loved her family immensely. She will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know her.

Mary is survived by her son Alton (Janice) of San Angelo, TX and daughter Mandy (Corine) of Castroville, TX, her grandchildren, Candice Cantrell and son Jace Gaines, Dustin Stewart and his children, Lane, Connor, Autumn, Olive and Evander Stewart, Jonathan Santos, Brandi Cantrell Bockhorn (Derek) and daughters Aubrey and Brynn Bockhorn. She is also survived by brother, Carl Hinrichs (Emma) and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to visitation on Wednesday, January 14th, prior to the service from 12 noon to 1 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home. Procession will leave at 1:15 PM to a graveside service at Mullins Cemetery at 2 PM.

Pallbearers will be Dustin Stewart, Jonathan Santos, Derek Bockhorn, Layne Lisenbee, Tyler Park anc Bruce Gully.

The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks and appreciation to all of the staff at The Springs Memory Care, Gentiva Hospice and Dr. John Harvey for all of the loving care given to Mary.

In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to your favorite charity.

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Joe Arispe Ruiz

Joe Arispe Ruiz crossed over Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to meet his Creator. He transitioned peacefully with family and friends by his side in San Angelo, Texas. Joe was born May 24, 1938 in Karnes City, Texas to Fernando Leman Ruiz and Juanita Arispe Ruiz. Joe always loved God and his precious family.

Joe met the love of his life, Eva Bargas, and they married on September 21, 1961. They had a loving 54 year marriage. During their marriage, Joe Arispe Ruiz enjoyed a loving family of two sons: Vic Leija and Joe B.

Joe served in the Army. After serving in the military, Joe was passionate about his construction career. He worked in San Angelo, Del Rio, Killeen, and Terrell, Texas and went as far up to Edmond, Oklahoma. Within his career he built homes, did restorations, and guided his two wonderful sons.

Joe loved to cook so much that he and his son Vic opened a restaurant in Killeen, Texas under the name of Joe's Little Mexico Restaurant. On his days off, he and his other son, Joe B., played in father / son golf tournaments.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Eva Bargas, on October 12, 2015; parents, Fernando Leman Ruiz and Juanita Arispe Ruiz; brothers, Alejandro Ruiz of Big Springs, Texas, Martin Ruiz of San Angelo, Texas, Blas Ruiz of San Angelo, Texas, and David Ruiz of San Angelo, Texas.

He is survived by Vic and Laura Leija of Austin, Texas, and Joe B. Ruiz of San Angelo, Texas; and sister, Helena Torres of Dallas, Texas. He is also survived by many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

A time of visitation and prayer will be held from 4-8 PM on Monday January 12, 2026 at Johnson's Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday January 13, 2026 at Christian Church of San Angelo (C. C. S. A.), 4064 S. Bryant Blvd, San Angelo, Texas. Interment will follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

The family would like to invite guests to join them for fellowship following the services at C. C. S. A.'s Fellowship Hall.

Family and friends may share photos, send condolences, and sign the guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com .

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Phillip Michael "Mike" Gossett

Phillip Michael "Mike" Gossett, 79, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 peacefully at home surrounded by his family.

Mike was born October 10, 1046 in San Angelo, Texas.

Graveside memorial service will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 17, 2025 at Fairmount Cemetery with Chaplain Phil, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

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Melody Sue Curtis

Melody Sue Curtis, 87, of San Angelo, Texas, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1938.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Curtis, and her parents, Jack and Dee Moreland.

She is survived by her children: Greg Curtis (Angie), Grant Curtis (Terri), Gary Curtis (Amanda), and Susan Ayers (Roy); her grandchildren: Michael (Jen), Crista, Scott (Laura), Chelsie (Scott), Ryan (Megan), and Taylor (Randy); her great-grandchildren: Drae, Jett, Gunnar, Case, Chase, Skylar, Ryder, Cooper and Emma; and her fur babies, Boots and Baylee.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Brian, Effie, Misty, Kristy, Melonie, and Christy.

At her request, the family will gather privately to remember Sue. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to High Plains Hospice or Critter Shack Rescue.

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Juanita Hernandez

Juanita Garcia Hernandez, 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026 surrounded by her children and grandchildren and family.

Juanita was born in San Angelo, Texas on June 24,1940 to Baltazar and Rose Armendariz Garcia.

Juanita married the love of her life, Alfred Hernandez on November 27,1959 in San Angelo, Texas at St Mary's Catholic Church. Together they raised a family of 4 children and grandchildren. Juanita was employed at Henry's Flower Shop and Bouquets Unique Flower Shop for many years until her retirement.

Juanita was a devoted wife, Mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great- great grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt, and friend, who lived her life with unwavering faith and love for her family.

Juanita is preceded in death by her parents: Baltazar Garcia and Rosa Martinez, grandparents: Jose and Pilar Delacruz, Encarnacion Canava Garcia, granddaughter Amanda Juarez, great grandson Jacob Joe Villalobos and several siblings.

She is survived by her husband: Alfred Hernandez, 1 son: Joe Lombrana (Linda) 3 daughters: Leticia Moore (Charles), Vivian Ochoa and Sonia Galvan (Mando). She is also survived by 8 grandchildren: Charles Moore, Jr. (Celeste), Lisa Villalobos (Joe), Julie Lombrana (Chris Herrington), Bethany Ochoa (Nick), Joe Lombrana II (Nathalie), Ashley Hernandez, Brandon White and Lauren Fowler (Blake), 15 great grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.

Juanita was very passionate about floral designs, sewing, cooking, baking and crafts.

Her joyful spirit and support touched everyone around her.

Juanita had deep devotion to God and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her Catholic faith was At the Center of everything she did. She was a faithful and active member of the Guadalupana's Society of Sacred Heart Cathedral.

We will all remember her blessing us before we left home. Her kindness, wisdom and gentle presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Serving as Pallbearers are Charles Moore Jr, Joe Lombrana II, Joe Villalobos, Chris Herrington, Jacob Carrejo and Gabriel Vasquez. Honorary Pallbearers are Brandon White, Michael Rios and Miles Herrington.

Special Thanks and gratitude to the White Family and those who have passed.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the "Guadalupana's Society of Sacred Heart Cathedral" in her memory.

The rosary will be recited Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6 pm in Johnson's Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am, Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Sacred Heart Cathedral with interment to follow at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

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Thomas "Tommy" Harrison Beauchamp

Thomas Harrison Beauchamp, lovingly known as “Tommy” and cherished by many as “Papa,” passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on January 6, 2026, at the age of 93.

Papa was preceded in death by his loving parents, Mary Elizabeth and Ora Harrison Beauchamp, and his younger brother, Ted Beauchamp.

He is survived by his adoring and devoted wife of 74 beautiful years, Edith “JoAnn” Beauchamp, whom he admired deeply and loved with his whole heart.

He is also survived by his three children: Kathy and Bennie Green, Karen and Gary Dillon, Thomas Harrison Beauchamp II and wife Senisa Beauchamp. Papa leaves behind a treasured legacy through his grandchildren: Brian and Misty Dillon, Jodi and Michael Fiveash, Kristi and Chad Sparks, Kayla Royal, Harrison and Gabby Beauchamp, Hayden and Meagan Beauchamp, Katy and Dan Munden, Justin and Julia Schlameus, Coby and Keri Green. He was the proud great-grandfather of: Cody and Balinda Dillon, Corbin Dillon, Kylie Dillon, Bryce and Alyssa Fiveash, Addison and RW Rosson, Pierson and Lexi Sparks, Carson, Bowen, Brinley, Kezlyn, Kolton, Madison, Miles, McCrae, Lori, Zoe, Lily, James, Jaden, and Tennison. He was also blessed with five great-great-grandchildren: Bentley, Rayna, Oaklynn, Sterling, and MJ.

Papa was born on December 17, 1932, in Pecos, Texas. He later welcomed a much-younger sister, Teri Beauchamp, who survives him along with her husband, Richard Lerma. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Papa attended school in Pecos, Texas, where he graduated at the young age of 16.

One of Papa’s most treasured memories was the night God changed his life forever. In March of 1949, during his senior year of high school, he and his best friend attended a teen dance—despite being raised Baptist, where dancing was strongly discouraged. That evening, he saw a beautiful young woman named JoAnn. After asking her to dance, then on a date, their love story began. She soon wore his senior ring, and just two and a half years later, they were married—beginning a marriage that spanned 74 joyful, faithful, and deeply loving years.

Papa later attended Tarleton State for advanced schooling and went on to live a life marked by service. Volunteering was one of his greatest passions.

His service included:
• Membership in the Lions Club beginning in April 1963
• Recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellow Award (2005)
• Recipient of the Jack Wiech Texas Lions Camp Award (2019)
• Six years serving as Regional Director for the Texas Association of Life Underwriters
• Twice named “Life Underwriter of the Year” by the San Angelo Association of Life Underwriters
• And countless hours of service to many other organizations

Papa truly was one of the greats.

He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to grow and shape generations to come. He was loved beyond his own understanding and leaves a deep void in many hearts. Papa loved fully, served faithfully, and cherished his family passionately.

We will forever treasure the memories—learning to swim, riding bikes, typing lessons, work ethic, hospitality, servanthood, and what it means to love faithfully.

Papa, we love you. We will honor you by continuing your legacy of love, connection, and grace. We will care for Nanny and the generations behind us with the same devotion you modeled for us, expanding upon the beautiful blueprint you began—one stitched together with compassion, faith, and unwavering love.

A visitation will be held on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00pm. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Calvary Baptist Church at 10:00am, with a private family graveside to follow.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Lions Club, Meals for the Elderly, or West Texas Boys Ranch.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.
You have been faithful over a few things;
I will make you ruler over many things.
Enter into the joy of your Lord.”
Matthew 25:23

“Love never fails.”
1 Corinthians 13:8

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Patricia Ann Taylor

Patricia Ann Taylor, (94), was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, on June 4, 1931, to Frances Moulton (Robbins) Ladner and Elmer Maxwell Ladner. Moving at an early age to Massachusetts, she graduated from Cambridge High & Latin School with honors. After receiving a B.A. degree from Colby College, Waterville, Maine, with a major in English literature and minor in Music. Pat married Gaylord E. Taylor on June 27, 1953, in Cambridge, Mass.

The Taylors have lived in San Angelo since 1971, having first "discovered" San Angelo in the early 1960's. For 22 years, Pat was employed by the City of San Angelo, serving as a Public Information & Complaint Director for 8 years. She retired in June 1997 as executive secretary in the Office of the City Clerk. She worked as a substitute teacher in several places. Also, a legal secretary to G.H. Lampley and stayed with them until his retirement.

A former member of The Heights (formerly Park Heights Baptist Church), Pat participated in all areas of the music programs there, serving as the church organist for over 20 years, retiring in December 1999. She had also served several years as base chapel pianist/organist/ choir director at Air Force Bases in New York, Massachusetts, Turkey, Hawaii, and at Goodfellow AFB. At Park Heights Church, Pat also served as Church Clerk, leader of the Women on Mission group, and several years as a Sunday School teacher. She was currently a member and the accompanist of Belmore Baptist Church since 2016.

She also served for nine years as the treasurer of the Philharmonic Society of San Angelo and has been a patron of the San Angelo Symphony for many years.

Preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Gaylord E. “G.E." Taylor, Sr., an infant grandson, Jonathan A. Westbrook, mother and father-in-law, Lucy and Harry Aldrich.

She is survived by her 2 daughters: Rosemary Alice Graham of Olathe, KS, and Beth Anne Wilkes (husband Anthony) of London, UK; and 3 sons: G. E. "Gary" Taylor, Jr. (wife Barbara) of Pflugerville, TX; Steven Alexander Taylor and Andrew McKean Taylor, both of San Angelo. Eight surviving grandchildren include James Taylor Westbrook and Jeffrey A. Westbrook, Olathe, KS; Arthur L. "Jake" Graham IV, Pleasantville, MO; Brookes Marie Evans and Zachary A. Taylor of San Angelo, TX; Brian A. Ralston, Dallas, TX; Scott A. Ralston of Oklahoma City, OK; and Wesley A. Evans of Medford, OR, and fourteen great-grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister, Edith Louise Hamilton of Carrollton, TX and sister in law, Patricia Brown of Sugar Hill, NH; two nephews, Kevin Hamilton of Benton, IL, and Roger Hamilton of Dallas, TX; and numerous cousins; nieces, Polly Cobb of Fabius, NY, Deborah Goulet, Pamela McCarthy and Susan Capodicasa, all of Connecticut, and one nephew, Floyd B. Hunter, Jr., of Syracuse, NY.

A Visitation will be held Sunday, January 11th, 2026, at Harper Funeral Home from 2:00 – 4:00 PM

The Funeral Service will be 10am, Monday, January 12th, 2026, at Belmore Baptist with Pastor Matt Wood Officiating.

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Gemma Marie Lennon

Gemma Marie Lennon, 15 of Wall went to be with the Lord on Monday January 5, 2026, in Christoval, TX. Gemma was born December 31, 2010, in San Angelo, Texas to Troy and Jennifer Lennon. She grew up in the Wall community and attended Wall High School.

Gemma was a loving daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter, and friend with a beautiful spirit and zest for life. She was always happy and kept a positive outlook. Gemma enjoyed being with her family and laughing and hanging out with her friends. Gemma loved horseback riding, playing tennis, and all her horses, dogs, and pet goats. Most recently, she was excited because she received her driving permit and was looking forward to seeing her friends at school. Her exuberance, vitality and bright shining light will remain in our hearts forever and we will dearly miss her!

Gemma is survived by her parents, Troy and Jennifer Lennon and her twin brother Gage Lennon, of Christoval; Her Grandmothers, Cookie Lennon, of San Angelo and Patricia Eng, of Cottage Grove, MN; her Uncles, Tray Lennon, of San Angelo, Curt Eng and his wife Roxana, of Elmwood, Wisconsin, Scott Eng and his wife Jackie, of River Falls, WI, Charles Eng, of Cottage Grove, MN; her Aunt Josie Daniels and her husband Ben, of Minneapolis, MN; numerous cousins, Cooper McFadin, Cutter Lennon, Colton Lennon, Curtis Eng, Jr., Luisa Eng, Christian Eng, Isabella Eng, Trevor Eng, Bryce Eng, Dominic Eng, Skye Madigan, and Tavin Thompson; and her many friends from Wall.

The rosary vigil will be 6:00 P.M., Sunday, January 11, 2026, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will be 10:00 A.M, Monday, January 12, 2026, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church and the burial will follow at St. Ambrose Catholic Church Cemetery. Donations may be made to the St. Ambrose Youth Group or the family.

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