James (J.D.) Cook, whose love and kindness touched all who knew him, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025. Born February 5, 1937, in rural Hamilton County, Texas, to Alvin Jim Cook and Nina Lora Hughes, J.D. lived a life marked by generosity, integrity, and devotion to family and friends.

A proud Goldthwaite High School Eagle, J.D. discovered his interest in the agricultural industry in his teenage years. One memorable moment came when he borrowed a pickup, built sideboards, and took his ewe to the Fort Worth Stock Show—where it won first place that year and surprised everyone by giving birth to twin lambs.

After high school, J.D. moved to Jal, New Mexico, and began working for El Paso Natural Gas. In 1956, he married Wanda Lou Turk, with whom he shared two children and 56 years of marriage. They later settled in Sonora, Texas, where J.D. began his career in the wool and mohair industry. He eventually served as manager of West Texas Wool and Mohair in Mertzon, retiring from that position after 23 years. In 2012, he married his best friend, Shirley Hegdal Cook, and together they enjoyed traveling, dancing, and making the most of their time together.

J.D. is survived by his son, John David Cook; his daughter, Priscilla (Dick) Earhart; and his granddaughter, Lauren (Bayley) McCollum. He is also remembered by his sister, Linda Harvell; nephews, James Frank (Lindy) Cook, Andy (Cathy) Cook, and Doug (Angie) Turk; and many extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by Wanda Lou Cook and Shirley Hegdal Cook; sisters, Blanche Biggs, Minnie Loyce White, and Wilda Harvell; and brothers, James Frank Cook and Kenneth Cook.

The family offers heartfelt thanks to Dr. Anderton and Sarah, Hospice of San Angelo, and Dr. Brewer for their compassionate care, and to Mary Ponce, Edna Johnson, and Norma Ornelas for their support and kindness.

A memorial service will be held at Grace Christian Chapel on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

Lucille Chewning, 84, of San Angelo passed away August 9, 2025, in San Angelo. Lucille was born on November 22, 1940, in Falmouth, KY to Elwood and Rosella Estep Beach. She grew up in Williamstown, KY and was adopted and raised by Melinda and Carter Ballinger. After High School she worked in retail sales for many years until relocating to San Angelo, Texas in 1980. In 1986, she started L&H Transport Services and served the funeral homes and surrounding counties for over 31 years until her retirement. Lucille was a loving mother and grandmother and friend. She was a self-made achiever that loved serving her community in the transport industry. She was very sociable and loved to laugh and visit with others. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents, adoptive parents and her husband Lewis Campbell. She is survived by her daughter Lynn Parsch and her husband Eric, of San Angelo; her grandchildren, Josh Parsch and his wife Sam, and Samantha Sipes and her husband Chase, all of San Angelo; and 4 great grandchildren, Wyatt Sipes, James Parsch, Averie Kime and Aiden Parsch; and extended family Sylvia Moya, Anyssa Moya & Alex Moya. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, colleagues and friends. Viewing services will be held Saturday August 16, 2025, from 12:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 2:00 P.M, at Harper Funeral Home Chapel. There will be a private burial.

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

Bernice Mary Huff Hammerton of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on August 9, 2025, peacefully at her home. She was born January 27, 1927, to Nicholas and Mary Haber Huff of Pittsburgh, PA.

Bernice was born the youngest of 9 children. Growing up, she spent many hours listening to sports with her father on the radio prompting a passion for following many teams in Football, Baseball, and Tennis. As a child, she attended catholic schools in Pittsburgh. She graduated from John the Baptist High School. Her first job was at the 5 & Dime store then worked for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA. A place that perfectly reflected her lifelong love for books. As a young lady, some of her favorite pastimes were spent at the Saturday afternoon movies and on picnics with family and friends. It was at a picnic that she met Bruce Charles Hammerton. The couple married on the 10th of July 1954, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Pittsburgh, PA. Bruce’s military career took them to California, Germany, Maryland, and Texas. While stationed in Germany the couple welcomed 2 sons, William (Bill) 1956 and Robert (Bob) 1957. After being transferred to Texas in 1970, the couple made San Angelo their home. Bernice enjoyed living in San Angelo and found her career home at Tom Green County Library.

Bernice is survived by her children: Bill (Donna) Hammerton and Bob Hammerton. Her Grandchildren: Kimberly Hammerton, Kyle (Kaitlyn) Hammerton, Crystal (Ryan) Stanford and Lauren (Neil) Rozell. Her Great-Grandchildren: Kaylee & Hawke Hammerton, Kamryn & Kallie Stanford, and Alyssa & Emma Rozell. Bernice is also survived by loving relatives in Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband Bruce, her parents, 5 brothers, and 3 sisters.

A rosary vigil and family visitation will be at 6:00 P.M., Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Harper Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M., Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Cathedral Church of The Sacred Heart, with Msgr. Larry Droll as celebrant. The burial will follow the service, and Bernice will be laid to rest next to her husband in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Any memorial donations in her honor may be provided to Meals for the Elderly. The family would like to thank Dr. Erica Rabe and Dr. Melissa Aleta, along with the Shannon Hospital Staff. They would also like to thank Angel Care Hospice and their staff for their care.

Family and friends can share online condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.

Loy Marie Haley, 82, passed away on August 9, 2025, in San Angelo, TX. Loy was born on November 3,1942 to Loyd and Alma Asbeck. She lived most of her live in San Angelo. Graduating from Lake View High School in 1960. After graduation she married her beloved husband Bill on March 31,1961 and started the family she so dearly loved.

In 1985, Loy and family moved to Big Sandy, TX. Where they owned and operated Two Rivers Grocery. She enjoyed working by Bill’s side and her family for several years. In her time in East Texas, she made many dear friends and wonderful memories. Loy and Bill sold Two Rivers grocery and retired in 1991. After enjoying a brief time living in Holly Lake Ranch, she and Bill returned to San Angelo in 1995.

Loy was a member of Glen Meadows Baptist church for 27 years. She loved her church family, life group and bible studies. Loy loved everyone. The kindness and love she showed to her family, friends and strangers will leave a lasting testimony. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren that she cherished. She also enjoyed many years of traveling and playing tennis with her ladies’ league.

Those left to treasure her memory include her beloved husband of 64 years, Bill Haley; sons, Mark Louis Haley (Yvonne Jenson), Tonkawa OK.; Tommy Haley (Carla Haley), Gladewater, TX. Grandchildren, Mark Haley (Drucilla Haley), Loy Toland (Casey Toland), Hannah Lux (Dawson Lux), Christian, Joshua, Benjamin, Samuel, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Sarah, Annah Haley. Brandi Chandler, Chris Haley (Deb Haley), Payton Haley and Parker Haley; Great grandchildren, Caleb, Chance and Cole Haley, Logan and Chase Haley, Leo Lux. Sister-in-law Jean Meek (Dave Richardson); niece Schuyler Cunningham (Ken Cunningham) Kailey and Bryce Cunningham. Extended family Cindy Patterson.

She is preceded in death by her father, Loyd Asbeck; mother and stepfather, Alma and Ted Tedder. Son, Lonnie Haley; and niece Heather Meek.

A graveside service will be held at Belvedere Cemetery, on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM.

Al W. Schorre Jr. of Wellington CO passed away peacefully on Aug 6 2025, surrounded by his family in San Angelo, TX. He was born in January of 1947 in Austin, TX to parents Albert and Pat (Flournoy) Schorre.

Al attended Austin High School and enjoyed spending time on the lake as a young man. Shortly after his time in the Texas National Guard he attended the University of Texas at Austin and was a member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity, where he was vice president of the bachelor’s club. Later he finished school at the University of Texas Law School where he was licensed to practice law since 1973. He was also licensed to practice with the United States Supreme Court. At this time, he met the love his life Elizabeth Schorre and they started a family in the Austin area before moving to Midland, TX.

During his time in Midland, Al was a partner at Stubbeman Mcrae law firm handling oil and gas litigation. Then his true calling to serve the people of West Texas came when he became District Attorney from 1985-2007. During his time as District Attorney he held many memberships and accreditations such as being appointed by governor George W. Bush as chairman to the governors drug policy advisory board, and Texas criminal justice task force along with being a certified peace officer. Al’s fondest memories were spending time on his ranch in Cross Cut with his family. Upon his retirement he moved to northern Colorado to be with his family and grandkids and enjoy his love for horses, the western way of life and rodeo.

With all of his professional achievements and success in his career he will always be remembered by us as a cherished husband, a loving father and hero of a grandad as well as a dang good story teller. Proceeded in death by his parents and his favorite horse Superman. Al is survived by his wife Elizabeth Schorre, and son Wil of Wellington, CO, and son Hunter and wife Shonna, and grandchildren Cutter and Savannah of San Angelo, TX. Along with a crew of truly blessed friends he called family and a surly horse named Bob.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Carol Ann (Pruski) Jones, 79, of Miles, Tx joined her heavenly father on Tuesday August 5, 2025. Carol was born August 29, 1945 in Monroe, La to Thomas and Minnie (Mutz) Pruski.

Carol’s passion was teaching. She taught school and worked in various capacities within the school districts, in both California and Texas. She also worked for a time at Texas Instruments. Carol married Andrew J. Jones Jr. and settled on the farm in Miles, Tx. She loved her animals, horses and especially her schnauzers.

Carol is survived by siblings Betty (John) Osweiler of Lancaster Pa; Frank (Ella) Pruski of Ennis Tx; Martha (Johnny-deceased) Jones of Crowley Tx; Cecilia (Brian) Cooper of Baton Rouge La; Lucy (David) Standard of Tuscola, Tx; Thomas ( Janine) Pruski of Robstown, Tx; Mary (David) Patton of McKinney Tx; step daughter Cheryl West of Graham Tx, numerous nieces/nephews & great nieces/nephews.

Carol is preceded in death by her husband A.J. Jones Jr, parents Thomas and Minnie Pruski and infant sister Anne Marie Pruski.

A very special thank you to Cheryl West and Carolyn Hutson for their devotion and care dedicated to Carol as she bravely battled cancer.

An open viewing will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025 from 10:00 am to 7:00pm at Harper Funeral Home. Visitation and Mass will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:30am and 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mereta, TX 18370 Bledsoe Rd. Interment to follow at Eola-Mereta Cemetery, County Rd 1640 and FM 381, Paint Rock, TX 76866.

Rebecca Sandoval Garcia, 85, of San Angelo, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025.

She was born on March 11, 1940, in Fife, Texas, to Gregorio and Lenora Sandoval. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Rebecca dedicated her life to caring for her home and family. On August 11, 1958, she married the love of her life, Joe A. Garcia, and together they raised five children.

Rebecca was a faithful member of First Assembly of God and lived her life grounded in faith, love, and service to others. She had a deep passion for her family and will be remembered for her nurturing heart, unwavering devotion, and enduring love for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her strength, warmth, and faith left a lasting legacy in the lives of those who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jose A. Garcia; her parents, Gregorio and Lenora Sandoval; her brothers David, Willie, Danny, John, George, and Henry; and her sisters Isabella, Irene, Dora, and Marianna.

Rebecca is survived by her children: Christina S. Garcia, Bentura S. Garcia, Esperanza Guzman, Steve J. Garcia, and Anthony Garcia; her cherished grandchildren: Angie Gutierrez, Andrea Martinez, Amy Williamson, Jacob Garcia, Monica Salinas, Steve Garcia Jr., JB Garcia, Christopher Ledezma, Rachel Ledezma, Amanda Garcia, Kyle Garcia, Michelle Reyes, Esmeralda Perez, Daniel Garcia, Thomas Garcia, Sonia Garcia, Joseph Garcia, and Andrew Garcia. She is also survived by her loving sisters, Vicki, Bertha, and Lucy, along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Enhabit Hospice for their compassionate care and support.

Visitation will be held at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Sunday, August 10, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will take place at Johnson’s Funeral Home on Monday, August 11, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a burial at Fairmount Cemetery.

A celebration of life for Alicia will be held Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 W Beauregard Ave, San Angelo, Texas 76903.

Ricky B. Offill, 71, of San Angelo, passed away on August 6, 2025. He was born on December 31, 1953, in Mesquite, Texas, to Alton and Peggy Offill.

Rick graduated from Miles High School in 1973 and went on to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps for four years. Following his military service, he began a fulfilling 30-year career as a lineman with GTE.

In October of 1980, Rick married the love of his life, Linda Collins. Rick had a deep interest in military history and enjoyed learning about the sacrifices and stories of those who served before him.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Alton and Peggy Offill; his in-laws, Bill and Beulah Collins; and his beloved grandson, Garrett Cook.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Offill; his daughters, Christina Cook and husband Redgy, and Robbie Simpson and husband Jeremy; his siblings, Vicki Hinesley and husband Earl, and Terri Blackwell and husband Robert and Barry Offill and wife Julie; his brother-in-law, Micky Collins and wife Kerrie; his granddaughter-in-law, Reagan Cook; his grandchildren, Gage Cook, and Avery, Rylee, and Madison Simpson; and his great-grandchildren, Gavin and Zane Cook. He is also remembered fondly by several nieces and nephews — and his treasured fur-babies, Katy, Missy, and Cookie.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, with Mike Bonner officiating.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the compassionate staff of Shannon Medical Center (4th and 6th Floor North), Regency Nursing Home, and Hospice of San Angelo for their care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rick’s name to Hospice of San Angelo.

Family and friends may share memories and condolences by signing the online guest book at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.