Bridgett Jeannine Summers Bednar, lovingly known as "Critter," passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas, surrounded by her family. Born on November 3, 1969, she was the cherished daughter of the late George Jodie Summers and Reba Elaine Pettiet.

Services will be 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with pastor Michael Thompson, officiating. Burial will follow in Paint Rock Cemetery under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home. There will be no public viewing.

Bridgett found joy in life's simple pleasures. She treasured mornings spent on her porch with a warm cup of coffee in hand and the companionship of her beloved pets nearby. A creative spirit at heart, she especially enjoyed crafting alongside her youngest daughter Alyssa. Bridgett was also a proud and dedicated band mom who wholeheartedly supported her children in their pursuits and passions.

Bridgett is survived by her devoted husband, Vanzant Bednar; her children, Albert Rivera, Elaina Harrell, Ashlyn Bednar, and Alyssa Bednar; and her grandchildren, Waylon Carpenter, Slayton Carpenter, Cheyenne Harrell, Dayton Harrell, Colton Harrell, Jayton Harrell, and Rylan Rivera.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved daughter Cheyenne Bednar.

Her warmth, creativity, and unwavering love left an indelible mark on all who knew her. May those who mourn her passing find comfort in the memories of her kind spirit and enduring love.

Alberto "Tico" Flores, 74, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 in Lubbock.

Public viewing will be from 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM Friday, January 10, 2025 with a Rosary being prayed at 6:00 PM at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 11, 2025, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Mertzon with Father Mamachan Joseph, officiating. Burial will follow in Mertzon Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Tico was born June 14, 1950 in Plainview to Jesus and Guadalupe Garcia Flores. He was the 9th of 13 children. He attended school in Plainview and Mertzon and eventually called Mertzon home. Tico was a man of many talents and a very hard worker. He could build you a house from the ground up and knew every aspect from laying the foundation to installing the roof.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Ramon Flores and Elias Flores; and three sisters, Olivia Flores, Perfecta Aguero and Maria Subia and a great-granddaughter, Zoela Hardin.

Tico is survived by three kids, Allison Flores, Elsa Flores and Richard Flores; four brothers, Juan O. Flores, Vincente O. Flores, Miguel Flores, and Jesus Flores, Jr,; three sisters, Dolores Martinez, Olivia Rodriquez and Jessica Flores; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

He will be missed by all who knew him.

Sheri Edmonson, 67, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2025.

Sheri was born on April 8, 1957, in Lamesa, Tx to Bill and Rubi Edmonson.

She dedicated her life to making women feel beautiful at the Clinique counter in Dillards San Angelo. Her laugh was contagious, and her bubbly personality allowed her to make instant friends. She chose not to have children, but if you would’ve asked her, her fur babies were her kids. To her nieces and nephews, she was always considered the “cool aunt” and there was never a dull moment with her around. Sheri brought so much joy, love, and laughter to all those she called family and friends. When she wasn’t working, you could catch her with a good book in her hands or enjoying the drama of reality television.

Sheri is preceded in death by her father, Bill Edmonson and little sister, Dedra Edmonson.

She is survived by her mother, Rubi Edmonson and middle sister, Terri Dry. As well as nephew, Jared Bird and fiancée Kristen Winter. Niece, Kayla Rychlik and husband Daniel. Niece, Kara Gibson and husband Casey. Niece Addison Izeta-Dry, and nephew, Caleb Dry. Along with multiple great nieces and nephews.

An open visitation service will be Tuesday, January 7th from 5-7pm at Harper Funeral Home.

A family graveside service will be on Wednesday, January 8th from 11am-12pm at Lawnhaven Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you show your kindness to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the ASPCA, two of Sheri’s favorite charities.

Our little angel, Baby Lorenzo Israel Arista, was called by the Lord on December 30, 2024.

He was the family’s beautiful and very well loved baby boy; the first son, grandson, great-grandson, and nephew, and he will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his father, Ignacio Arista, and mother, Yadhira Cervantez, grandparents, Cruz and Sonia Cervantez, and Ignacio Arista and Eliza Tovias, great grandparents, Luis and Florence Ramirez, and Wenceslao and Maria Chacon, along with many more family members.

The Funeral will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 1:00pm with visitation taking place one hour prior. The Burial services will be held in the Sacred Heart Section of Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 2pm.

Bert Sims Carter Brewer, 97, passed away on January 3, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on July of 1927, in Veribest, Texas, to J. H. and Onie Sims. Bert graduated from Central High School and attended Texas Tech University.

Bert married Nick Carter in 1945, and they had two children, Jim Carter and Janis Raynor. After Nick’s passing in 1965, she married Dick Brewer in 1971, and they were together until his death in 2000.

Bert was a long-time member of Sierra Vista United Methodist Church. She was known for her love of cooking, sewing, and traveling the world. She also enjoyed playing bridge and was a past Queen of Ziphron Temple #100 with the Daughters of the Nile.

Bert is survived by her son, Jim Carter of Comfort, TX; daughter, Janis Raynor of Virginia; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at Harper Funeral Home. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church, with burial to follow at Fairmount Cemetery.

Martha Harrell Langston, 80, of San Angelo passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025.

Public viewing will be from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Monday January 6, 2024 at Robert Massie Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. There will be no procession or graveside service. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mrs. Langston was born on September 21, 1944 in San Angelo to Robert and Terry Harrell. Martha married Leland Langston on October 25, 1966 in Switzerland. He passed away on December 13, 1999. They were stationed in Germany and at Ft. Hood, Texas before returning to San Angelo. Martha wen to work for GTE/Verizon in 1983 as an Analyst. She retired in 2004 after 21 years of service. Martha was a member of many chapters of the Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile and Beuciants. She was a secretary at Belmore Baptist Church for 10 yrs. Martha was true to herself and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Survivors include her son, Robert Langston and spouse Christi of Balinger; two grandchildren, Ethan Langston and spouse Danielle and Tyler Langston all of Clovis, New Mexico; a great granddaughter, Oakley Langston; a nephew and two nieces, Scott Ertrevaag and spouse Andrew Stone of Pflugerville, Suzy Ertresvaag Wallace of San Angelo, and Heidi Shipp and spouse Jason of Boyd; and her poodle, Sugar.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Bobbie Kaye Ertresvaag.

The family would like to thank her second family at Belmore Baptist Church for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to San Angelo Pregnancy Help Center or the Shriners Hospital for Children.

Nancy Guzman, 57, of San Angelo passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Memorial services will be 10:00 AM Friday, January 10, 2025 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Nancy was a free spirit with a contagious laugh that could light up any room. She enjoyed cooking being crazy, and funny outspoken very loud an definitely with no filter and was always right!!! ,She was incredibly crafty, always creating beautiful things with her hands. As a loving grandmother, her heart was full of love for her grandchildren. Her fun-spirited nature and big heart were evident in her willingness to help anybody in need. A life that touches others goes on forever. Though she may no longer be with us, we find comfort in knowing she is now in the loving arms of our Lord. As we mourn her loss, we remember the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ and take solace in knowing we will be reunited with her in heaven. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4

Nancy is survived by her beloved children Jesse Joe Guzman, Alfonso Demetrio Rodriguez, Juanita Maria Rodriguez, and Baby Rudy; her maternal grandmother, Janita Arispe; her mother, Lena Gutierrez; father, Ernest Guzman; four siblings, Ilda Guzman, Ernest Guzman, Adela Guzman, Epifanio Guzman; her four deeply cherished great-grandchildren; Xavier Joe Guzman, Nancy Bradford, Jr Rodriguez, & Maky blaze; and many dear aunts, uncles, nieces ,nephews, cousins and friends..

She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Manuel Rodriguez Sandoval, 68, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in San Angelo.

Public viewing will be from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 AM Monday, January 6, 2025, at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with Amanda Sandoval, Manuel's niece, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Sandoval was born December 23, 1956 in Ciudad, Acuna, Mexico to Joaquin and Maria Sandoval. Manny has been a resident of San Angelo since 1971, moving from Acuna. Manny married Amanda Morales on June 3, 2000 in San Angelo. Manny worked at Baptist Memorial in Nutrition Services for 41 years retiring in January of 2024. Manny enjoyed singing, and spending time with his family and friends. Manny was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved reading his Bible and Praying. Manny was greatly loved by many. He was a wonderful husband, brother, brother-in-law and friend. He had a kind heart and a contagious smile. He always helped everyone in need. He will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Amanda of the home; a daughter, Margarita Sandoval of Lubbock; a son, Victor Manuel Sandoval of Albuquerque, New Mexico; three sisters, Olivia Soto of Hanford, California, Rebeca Leal and husband Ignacio of Fort Worth, Sandra Gonzalez and husband Juan of San Angelo; a brother, Jose Sandoval and wife Amparo of San Angelo; and six grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Manny was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Miguel Sandoval.

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

-Psalm 23:4

Doris Young Pool, of San Angelo, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 1, 2025 at the age of 103.

Doris was born July 21, 1921 to W.C. Coke Rutherford and Lula Rodgers in Gatesville, Texas.

At age 7, she moved with her family to San Angelo where she attended Santa Rita Elementary and graduated class of 1939 from San Angelo High School.

Doris began dating James Howard Young and they were soon married in 1940. Together they raised two sons, Jimmy and John, and enjoyed 45 wonderful years together until Howards passing in 1985. Doris was introduced to her second husband, Ira Pool, while in Sunday School at Immanuel Baptist Church. They were married in 2000 and enjoyed 15 years together until his passing in 2015.

Affectionately known as "Grandma" to her family, she was a loving, caring, wife, mother and friend. She loved to adorn her walls with pictures of her grandchildren and family. Grandma devoted her life to her Lord and savior and was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church for 83 years.

Grandma always had a funny joke or a good story to tell, and no one could tell it better. Grandma loved to fish and always caught the most. She enjoyed winning at dominoes and playing 42. Grandma was always dressed impeccably and never missed a sale at Dillard's.

Grandma is predeceased by her parents; her sister, Bobbie Wilson; brother, Dell Rutherford; spouses James Howard Young and Ira Pool; son Jimmy Dell Young; and daughter in law, Sharon Young.

Those left to cherish her memory is her beloved son John; daughter-in-law Lynda Kaye Young; grandchildren Jay, Todd (Michael), Jennifer; Mark (Jennifer), and Holly; 5 great grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren.

Special mention to Jacqueline and Brittney from Interim Hospice for all the loving care and support provided for our Grandma.

Service will be on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 2pm, at Immanuel Baptist Church, 90 E 14th St, San Angelo, with Ryan Buck officiating. Burial to follow at Lawnhaven Cemetery.

John 11:25-26 "I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die."

“I am your God, I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you… Isaiah 41:10

Loving mother, Emma Clara Ida Nitsche Budewig entered God’s Kingdom on December 22, after battling Dementia for a number of years. God had blessed her with 100 years of life; for that the family is eternally grateful.

Emma was born to Herman and Clara Nitsche on February 27, 1924, in Serbin, TX. She was baptized and confirmed and attended school at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Serbin, TX. Being the baby of the family, she often was the instigator of revelry and good-natured teasing among her siblings, especially when she chose to be in the kitchen with her mother rather than the cotton fields with her brothers. Her adventurous spirit led her to leave her home in Giddings, TX, to pursue employment in Houston, TX. Her first job was at Weldon’s Cafeteria, where she rose through the ranks of line server to supervisor.

Emma was a social creature, enjoying time with her girlfriends, Rosie and Rabbit. This triad would regularly frequent, a dancing night spot called “Dokies.” It was there she met a handsome Air Force airman, Leonard Budewig, who became the love of her life and later married. Emma and Leonard enjoyed the military lifestyle and the traveling that goes with it. They were married for 38 years and had two children, Robert and Glenn.

In addition to being a dedicated and loving wife and mother, Emma enjoyed sewing for her family and friends and was employed as a seamstress for Cloth World in Pasadena, TX. Emma was a loyal servant to God, being an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Pasadena, TX, serving on the Dorcas Guild, making quilts, banners and Chrismons for the church and community. Throughout Emma’s entire life she held an unwaivering faith in God.

Now that Emma has passed into the arms of our Lord, we should remind ourselves that while this is the end of Emma’s physical life on Earth, it’s the beginning of an eternal and beautiful journey for her. Emma joins her family in heaven who have already passed into glory: her father, Herman Nitsche and mother, Clara Nitsche, brothers, Louis, Robert, and Emil Nitsche, sisters Louise Stuessy and Ruth Sledge, and Emma’s husband, Leonard Budewig, son, Glenn Budewig, and grandson, Aaron Budewig. Emma is survived by many loving family members, including son, Robert Budewig and his wife Nancy of San Angelo, TX and grandchildren Joy Harms and her husband Brian Harms of Boston, MA, Austin Budewig of San Angelo, TX, and Ashton Kurtz and husband Jason of Woodward, OK, great grandchildren, Clara, Ella, Audra, and Laura Harms, Dakota Alexander, and Dean and Gabby Kurtz, and numerous nieces and nephews.

On December 31, 2024, Emma was laid to rest beside her husband, Leonard, at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Houston, TX. Emma’s, son Rev. Robert Budewig presided over the burial. A Service of Celebration will be held on Saturday, January 18th, at 2:00 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church/San Angelo, TX.

The family wishes to thank the Rev. Allan Eckert, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, for his spiritual support over the years, as well as The Springs Memory Care and Gentiva Hospice for their loving care. We especially thank everyone for their prayers and words of comfort.

“We rejoice in the promise of eternal life.” “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to:

Trinity Lutheran Church

3536 Lutheran Way

San Angelo, Tx 76904

The Springs Memory Care

6102 Grand Ct Rd

San Angelo, Tx 76901