Chris Fryar, an artist and musician, of San Angelo passed away on March 1st, 2022.

Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday March 12, 2022 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Wall with Pastor, Fr. Joe Choutapalli, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Fryar was born on December 8, 1963 in Dallas TX and graduated from Lakeview High School in Garland TX in 1980. In 1984, Chris graduated from East Texas State University with an art degree. He had worked on his master's degree from Penn State University. Chris was a modern artist winning numerous awards and accolades. He also enjoyed playing the guitar and piano. Chris had a fervent belief in Christ his savior, which helped him through many difficult times. Chris was a member at St. Ambrose Catholic Church where he sang in the choir.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Fryar III.

Chris is survived by his mother, Marsha Duggan-Carrell and her husband Steve of San Angelo; brother, Steven Fryar and wife Bobbi of Tyler; sister, Cynthia Jarvis and husband Rich of Sachse; five nephews, Brandon, Josh, Jordan, Collin and Shelbi; and three nieces, Ashley, Amber, and Shelli; two step-brothers, Wesley Carrell of San Angelo, Clint Carrell and wife Melissa of San Angelo; and step-sister, Kari Carrell of Portland, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MHMR of San Angelo, 1501 Beauregard Ave, San Angelo, TX 76901.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Saturday
March 12, 2022
11:00 AM
St. Ambrose Catholic Church
8602 Loop 570
San Angelo, TX 76905

James “Buck” Edward Sutton, age 81 of Water Valley, Texas went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 8, 2022. Buck was born on October 7, 1940 to Edward Grogan Sutton and Wilma Clarene Watson Sutton. 

Buck served in the United States Army National Guard as a Military Policeman serving in Berlin, Germany during the Cold War. When he returned home to Texas, he met the love of his life a German descended Sharon Sue Schneider and they married on November 14, 1963. 

Buck was a Jack of all trades. He was a machinist and had his own business in Midland, Texas. During this time, he also made parts for the Chaparral Cars Pennzoil Racing team. He was a carpenter and built many houses in North East and Central Texas. He also built custom cabinets in private planes. He then retired as a Wal-Mart Automotive manager. 

Buck had many passions. He was a fine musician playing guitar in numerous bands as well as the bass at church. He had the pleasure of playing in bands with many of his family members. He played for senior citizens dances sharing his love of music with everyone around. He was a great horseman. He trained horses and had a riding school. He won numerous trophies and ribbons in Western Pleasures, Cutting and numerous other events. He trained and loved his last horse Frisky of 33 years.  

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Sharon Sue Sutton of Water Valley, TX. One daughter Cindy and husband Keith of Brownwood, TX. One son Wes and wife Lynn of Water Valley, TX. He had five grandchildren. Jocelyn and Jennifer Woolf, and Brittany, Wyatt, and Weston Sutton. One sister Barbara Parrent and husband Bennie of Daingerfield, TX. One brother -in-law Larry Schneider of Carlsbad, TX. Then numerous other relatives and his beloved dachshund, Chloe. 

Buck is now in peace in heaven with his parents and his sisters Mary Griffin, Eddie Myrl Crocker and Shirley Crocker and two nephews and one niece. He is now riding his horse, Frisky and playing his guitar singing songs of Merle Haggard. 

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene, TX. A private burial of ashes will take place in Marietta, TX at a later date. 

Memorial Service

Monday, March 14, 2022

1:00PM - 2:30PM

Texas State Veterans Cemetery 
7457 W. Lake Rd. 
Abilene, TX 79601

Final Resting Place

Texas State Veterans Cemetery 
7457 W. Lake Rd. 
Abilene, TX 79601

Harvey Joe ("Hawk") Hawkins was born on December 12, 1928, and passed from this Earth on March 6, 2022, at the age of 93 years. He was born in Bonham, Texas, to Elijah Steward and Roxie Maude Hawkins, and had two older brothers, Steward Hawkins, Jr. ("Jr.") and Cleotis O'Dell Hawkins, all of whom have predeceased him. Harvey met the love of his life, Garlene Neill, and they married in Clovis, New Mexico on March 19, 1953. They would have celebrated 69 years of marriage next week.

When Harvey was 18 years old, he started working for Santa Fe Railroad. In 1950, he was drafted to the United States Army and served until 1952 with part of his service being stationed in Germany. When he returned from Germany he continued his employment with Santa Fe Railroad in Slaton, Texas, until 1958 when he moved to San Angelo. He worked with his father and brother at Hawkins Battery Shop for 31 years. Harvey then opened Angelo Battery and retired after five years. He and Garlene then worked for KOA and traveled and worked in parks all over the United States for 12 years where they met many life-long friends.

In 2007 they returned to San Angelo where Harvey (at 80 years of age) began working for O'Reilly's Auto Parts until he was 88 years old. He and Garlene have three children and their spouses - Jolena (Charlie) Miller, Roxy (Alan) Doty, and Ray (Lisette) Hawkins. He had eight grandchildren - Brad, Aschley, Brandy, Megan, Whitney, Chris, Briana, and Shayna, and 20 great-grandchildren ranging in ages from 20 years to 4 months.

He is survived by his wife, Garlene, his three children, 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and his special dog "Diego". He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Doris Motl and Marilyn Hawkins, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was a life-long member of the San Angelo Jaycees and was a Jaycee International Senator. He was a member of Paulann Baptist Church. He will be remembered for his jokes, hunting and fishing, rattlesnake hunting, bar-b-queing with his special sauce, traveling in his motor home, and he and Garlene loved to play the slot machines. He never met a stranger and seemed to know someone in every town he traveled.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to a favorite charity. Hawk's favorite quote was: "The secret to a happy life is hard work and true love.”

Memorial Service

Saturday, March 12, 2022

2:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Mary Elaine Medina, 45, of San Angelo, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Ballinger after a long and courageous battle against breast cancer. Mary was born February 11, 1977, in San Angelo, Texas to Magdaleno Medina and Sylvia Terrazas. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother who devoted her life to her family. She was extremely hard working and Mary would do everything in her power to help the ones she loved and cared for. She was a strong and determined woman, full of grace and always the life of the party. In her spare time, she loved shopping with her daughters, decorating her home, doing arts and crafts, and scratching off her lottery tickets. Mary was fearless and always showed her love and faith in the Lord. Mary’s love for her family and her passion for helping others will remain in our hearts forever and she will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents Magdaleno and Sylvia. Mary is survived by her children, Ashley Garcia and her husband Christopher Garcia, of Dallas, Chelsey Flores and her wife Makali Lowrey, of Ballinger, Sierra Flores and her boyfriend Antonio Uriegas, of San Angelo, Nevaeh Medina, of Ballinger and Aryanne Medina, of Ballinger; 1 granddaughter, Alazay Janea Garcia, of Dallas; her sister, Alma Medina Flores and her husband Dennis Flores, Jr., of Sweetwater; her brothers, Magdaleno Medina, Jr., of Midland, Lee Ray Medina, of San Angelo, Macario Medina, of San Angelo, and Raymon Medina, of Sweetwater. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and her best friend, “Tia Nena” Magdalena Medina as well as other aunts, uncles, and cousins all very dear to her heart. The rosary will be held at 6:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home chapel. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 A.M., Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Harper Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Belvedere Memorial Park. Pallbearers for the service will be Christopher Garcia, Antonio Uriegas, Dennis Flores, Jr., Jesse Hunt, Lee Ray Medina and James Flores.

Rosary

Wednesday, March 09, 2022

6:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Thursday, March 10, 2022

11:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Juana Zuniga, 78, passed peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday, March 2, 2022. 

Public viewing will be from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Monday, March 7, 2022 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Pastor Erica Ruiz, pastor at Celestial Throne Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Juana was born December 31, 1943, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, to the late Delfino and Socorro Aguilar. She married the late Ramon Zuniga on January 30, 1970, in San Antonio, Texas. They settled in San Angelo, Texas where they had two children. 

Juana devoted her life to serving her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and attended Centro Emmanuel Church. Serving the Lord was the center of her life and from this passion stemmed her love for people. Juana was known for her kindness and her doors were always open to those in need of a tender heart and a loving prayer. 

In addition to her husband and parents, Juana joins her brothers, Alejandro Aguilar and Elias Aguilar in the loving arms of the Father in glory. She is survived by her two children Aurora Martinez and Ramon Zuniga Jr., her granddaughter Brandy Hernandez, great-grandchildren Victor Sanchez Jr., Sienna Hernandez, Ezekiel Hernandez, and her brother Santos Aguilar, and sisters Lidia Perales, Tomasa Aguilar, Fortunata Aguilar, Felisa Aguilar, Amparo Aguilar, Aurora Aguilar and Trinidad Alvarado. 

PUBLIC VIEWING

Sunday
March 6, 2022
1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FUNERAL SERVICE

Monday
March 7, 2022
2:00 PM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

Jimmie Lee Dunham was born on April 28, 1928 in Seminole, OK to Fred and Electa Dunham. He resided in OK for thirty-two years. He met and later married Edith McKee on June 28, 1947. Together with her they raised four children. 

When he was sixteen he took a trip to Texas and worked hard in Odessa to earn a dollar. He was only there for a short time before returning to Oklahoma and working as a laborer and truck driver for King Transfer. He did not graduate from high school but he worked his way through Sinclair Oil and Gas, later ARCO Company, and retired as a plant supervisor. He and Edith spent many years owning Kiddie Korner daycare center in San Angelo, where he built most of the playground equipment and cabinets. He retired in 1984 and he and his wife traveled to Europe and Hawaii and enjoyed working and helping to restore his friends old vehicles in his shop. Later Jim and Edith owned a pilot car service and escorted wide loads all over the US. Edith has always been his copilot reading the road maps and pouring his coffee. They loved to spend time together traveling to places such as Branson, Virgina, Niagara Falls and Mount Rushmore. 

In 1974 Jim purchased a 1936 Ford Truck from a salvage yard in Goodwell, OK. In 1976 they moved to their current residence where he built a large shop where he spent five years restoring the ‘36 Ford. He was a member of the V8 Club and the antique car club as well the square dance club. As members of the car club they traveled all over central US participating in national meets where he won awards in antique truck class. Over the years he served as past president of V8 and antique car clubs. He was often seen driving in many local parades with children often waving from the back. Many memories were made with this truck and frequent trips to Whataburger. 

While residing in Oklahoma he was active in the First Christian Church of Seminole, OK and later a long time member of Grace Temple Baptist Church of San Angelo, TX. Jim loved to attend Angelo State sporting events and many other campus activities. He enjoyed when his family and friends gathered together for BBQ’s and holidays. He was always at the center of the table telling a new joke or a questioning riddle. His children and grandchildren were his biggest and greatest joy. 

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 75 years, Edith Loraine Dunham. His children Linda Coats and husband Moose, Judy Hiebeler, Connie Brown and husband Danny, Bryan Chet Dunham, and Kayla Dunham. His grandchildren Sherri Thompson, Jana Braden and husband Cody, Holley Wheeler, Matt Crockett and wife Renee, Travis Crockett, Wade Brown and wife Natalee, Rachel Ballard and husband Dillion, Cameron Ivory and Jacob Dunham. He is preceded in death by his grandson Jimmie Loftin. He leaves behind fourteen great- grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. 

A visitation will be held for Jimmie on Monday, March 7, 2022 at Harper Funeral Home from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Harper Funeral Home beginning at 11:00 AM with interment to follow at Fairmount Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions can be made to West Texas Boys Ranch; 10223 Boys Ranch Rd, San Angelo, TX 76904. 

CAR OF THE MONTH 

Jimmie Dunham's 1936 Ford Pickup 

Jim Dunham, a past president of our Antique Car Club, and a close friend to many in the club, is the owner of a 1936 Ford Pickup. Jim's daughter called him and told him this truck could be purchased. Jim bought this black pickup in 1971 at Goodwell, OK for $600. The original owner was in the scrap metal business and had used the truck around the scrap yard. It was in bad shape, but all original at the time of Jim's purchase. 

At the time Jim obtained the truck, the odometer registered about 25,000 miles. Jim assumed it had probably had 125,000 total miles. After five years and a ground up restoration, Jim has a beautiful original 1936 Ford "Flathead" pickup. The only modification that was not original, are the hydraulic brakes. In the past 25 years, Jim has driven this truck about 25,000 miles in parades and tours. 
 

Visitation

Monday, March 07, 2022

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Tuesday, March 08, 2022

11:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Roy Lane, 66, went to be with his Lord and Savior, on March 2, 2022. Roy worked 19 years for Wagner & Brown at the Sterling City plant, following contract welder and maintenance supervisor retiring March 1, 2021. 

Roy was born in Pecos, TX September 30, 1955, to Jack Lane and Mary Lou Lane Wright. Roy married the love of his life Ramona Conway on December 23, 1975, in San Angelo, Tx. He graduated Water Valley High School and farrier class @ Sul Ross University. 

He was preceded in death by parents Jack and Mary Lou, stepfather Marvin Wright, sister Sandy Irish, and grandparents. 

Roy is survived by his wife, Ramona, son, Keith Lane (Terri), and daughter, Jessica Hogan (Slade); granddaughters Alexis Lane, Lola Hogan and sister-in-law Jodie Wolslager all of San Angelo, brother David Lane (Libby) of Wall, brother-in-law John Irish of Aylette, Va. As well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. 

Roy was a wonderful husband, dad, papa, and friend. 

A private family visitation will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022, from 5:00PM-6:00PM with a public visitation following from 6:00PM-7:00PM at Harper Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 10:00AM at Harper Funeral Home with burial following at Fairmount Cemetery. 
 

Visitation

Friday, March 04, 2022

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Funeral Service

Saturday, March 05, 2022

10:00AM

Harper Funeral Home 
2606 Southland Boulevard 
San Angelo, TX 76904

Jesse A Buchanan went to his final resting place February 27,2022 surrounded by his family at the young age of 82. He was born September 17,1939 to Raymond Buchanan and Oneada Robertson Buchanan in Midland Texas. Waiting for him to come into the world also was his sister Doris Buchanan. From stories told she spoiled him rotten. 

Jesse went to school in Odessa Texas. While trying to figure out his journey in life he found his way to Childress Texas, where in 1960 he went to work on the Buckle L Ranch for Mr. Lundon. Oh, the stories we herd of his cowboy days. He was a true cowboy at heart. The way his eyes light up when telling his cowboy stories told it all. This was his passion until he was drafted into the Army in 1963. He was active duty until 1965 in which he transferred to the Army Reserves until 1969, when he was honorably discharged. He was a Sharpshooter (rifle M-1), Expert (rifle M-14) and received the Good Conduct Medal. During part of his stay in the Army he was stationed in Okinawa. While in the Reserves he met and married the love of his life Geneva Mayo. They married March 11,1967 in Childress, Texas, and were married until her passing in 2014. They were unable to have children of their own, but at the time of marriage Geneva had a 6, year old daughter which he legally adopted and raised as his own. He was an amazing father and provider. 

Jesse then moved his family to Albuquerque New Mexico where they resided until 1971 when they moved to Fort Worth Texas. While in Fort Worth he owned his own business Bucks Tops, where he made and installed Formica countertops. In 1981 he had the opportunity to further his business and moved to Midland Texas. When the business slowed down, he made the decision to go to work for Ranger/Woodruff Drywall where he worked for many, many years. He then went into the oilfield in 2004 where he was a road truck driver for TMBR Sharp/Patterson Drilling where he stayed until his retirement in 2008. In 2014 after the passing of his wife he moved with his daughter and son-in law to San Angelo Texas, until his passing. After retirement he enjoyed and loved spending time with family, going fishing, and watching his westerns. John Wayne was his man! Waiting at the pearly gates for his arrival was his beloved wife of 52 years Geneva Mayo Buchanan, his parents Raymond Buchanan, Oneada Buchanan Mitchell, stepdad Rad Mitchell, his Sister Doris Buchanan Swinney, and brother-in-law Bill Swinney. There were many more, so we know there was one heck of a reunion.  

Left to cherish his memories are his daughter Jeanie Buchanan Branch and husband Donald, 3 grandsons, Chris Buchanan and wife Jessica, Michael Branch, and Derrick Smith. 3 great granddaughters, Skylar Buchanan, Ashton Ledford, and Emmah Buchanan, sister-in­ law Donna Burns and husband Steve. Many Nieces, Nephews, Uncles, Aunts, and cousins. So thankful for the all the wonderful memories which we will always remember and cherish. Honoring a loved one's wishes is really hard, but the family agreed to do so. Jesse wanted to be cremated with no services. He wanted to be taken to his favorite fishing hole which is what we are doing. When the weather warms up, we will take him fishing one last time. Please hug your loved ones tight. 

Linda K. Rees, 68, of Big Lake, Texas, passed away Monday, February 28, 2022 in her home in Big Lake.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Thursday, March 3, 2022 with family visitation from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow in Robert Lee Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Linda was born in San Angelo to Floyd and Alma Gene "Kayo" Higgins on October 1, 1953. She graduated from Lake View High School in 1972 and completed her bachelor's degree in English from Angelo State University in 1976. She later went on to complete her master's degree in Library Sciences from Texas Woman's University in 2009. She married the of her life, William "Bill" Rees, on April 1, 1978 in San Angelo, Texas. He passed away on March 11, 2016. Around Big Lake, Linda was known for many things including her kind demeanor, positive outlook on life, and her deep wish to help her community in any way she could. To serve her community, Linda became the Library Director in 1992 where she oversaw the modernization and expansion of the Reagan County Library until her retirement in 2017. She joined the hospital board for the Reagan Hospital District in 2010 and served as President for the past decade where she oversaw the building of a new hospital and was in the process of working to get the city a new fire station.

Linda was preceded in death by her mother and father, Kayo and Floyd Higgins; and her sister and brother-in-law Cindy and Ron Jetton.

Linda is survived by her son, Eric and wife Teresa of Lubbock; her granddaughter, Cecilia; her nephew, Justin Jetton and wife Kelsey of San Angelo; and her Aunt Anna Kosel and her husband Alden of Norwalk, Ohio. She is also survived by numerous cousins, many of which she considered to be her siblings, and two incredible co-workers Rosa Ramirez and Ana Ramirez.

PUBLIC VIEWING

Thursday
March 3, 2022
10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Robert Massie Funeral Home
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903

FUNERAL SERVICE

Friday
March 4, 2022
10:00 AM
Robert Massie Riverside Chapel
402 Rio Concho Dr.
San Angelo, TX 76903