Stephen Lynn Shaw of San Angelo, Texas, passed away surrounded by his family on June 30, 2024, at age 75. A visitation will be from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday July 2 at Harper Funeral Home 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX. The funeral service will be Wednesday, July 3 at 2:00 p.m. at The Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd 3355 W Beauregard Ave, San Angelo, TX 76904.

Steve, as most people called him (also known as Dad or Paw Paw), was born nearby in Mertzon in 1949. The second son and the third of four children of Verda Tankersley Shaw and Joe Shaw, Steve was also the grandson of local pioneers Fayette Tankersley and Annie G. White Tankersley. As a result, Steve grew up learning how to tend to the land that has been in the family for generations. He was proud of his heritage as a Texan and fascinated by Tankersley and Shaw history, ensuring that the lore and pride was passed down to his children and grandchildren.

In 1968, Steve met Nancy, the love of his life, who became his wife in 1970. Together, they raised a daughter and a son partly in Austin but mostly in the thriving oil and gas industry hub of Midland. Both kids graduated from Midland Lee High School and followed in their parents’ highly educated footsteps, earning their bachelor’s degrees and then master’s degrees in their chosen fields of study. Nancy and Steve’s love story was evident to anyone who witnessed them together; the evidence is a wonderful marriage that lasted for nearly 54 years until his passing. On the day he died, Nancy wore blue, which reminded her of their first date, when Steve told her that she had the most beautiful blue eyes.

“One of my favorite pictures from my wedding is of him holding hands with Nana during the ceremony,” says his granddaughter, Rebeckah. “I have vivid memories, stretching back into childhood, of them holding hands everywhere they went. When he awoke from anesthesia after surgery, one of the first things he did was to ask for Nana, joking about making his hair look nice for her, and telling her she was pretty.”

Just before Steve’s father Joe passed away, he said to his wife Verda, "Well, Lady, it's been a wonderful life." That’s the kind of lifelong outlook Steve had too. Always smiling and cracking jokes, Steve would frequently flash those deep dimples of his with a mischievous glint in his eyes. If you said something funny, Steve would say “Listen to you!” and laugh. He loved to laugh.

Nancy and Steve often teased their grandson Brian that if he didn’t give them a Christmas wish list, he’d be getting pink and purple polka dotted pants under the tree. One year he neglected to give them a list, and true to his word, Steve found pink sweatpants at Academy and attached circles fashioned from purple duct tape to fulfill their promise-slash-threat.

A passionate geologist, Steve genuinely found wonder in so many aspects of nature, learning and teaching throughout his life with childlike amazement and enthusiasm that he wanted to share with anyone who would listen. You might not be interested in seeing a bleached-out raccoon skull, but his reverence of his natural surroundings was contagious; you couldn’t help but pay attention.

“PawPaw took me to the ranch and taught me about geology many times,” his youngest grandson Torin says. “Through him, I learned how to understand history based on the geology of the area. Talking about rocks might sound like it could be mind-numbing, but he always found a way to make it interesting.”

Over the years, Steve was active in geological associations, including the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, West Texas Geological Society, West Texas Geology Foundation, Society for Sedimentary Geology, Houston Geological Society, Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists, Geological Society of America, Association of Ground Water Scientists and Engineers. He was a member of the board of directors of the Sibley Nature Center and on the building committee for the Midland Energy Library.

Gentle, brilliant, loving, and kind, Steve will be terribly missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Shaw Sr. and Verda Tankersley Shaw, as well as his sister Janet Faye Middlebrook. His loving family includes his wife, Nancy, his older brother Dr. Joe W. Shaw Jr of Mertzon (and his late wife Carol), and younger brother Dr. Terry D. Shaw and his wife Anne of Broomfield, Colorado. Steve adored his two children, Katherine Shaw Cox of San Angelo (and her late husband The Rev. Dr.

Sean A. Cox) and William Keeling Shaw and his wife Kristin Vanderhey Shaw of Austin. His three beloved grandchildren are Rebeckah Cox Sellers (and her husband Kelby), Brian Stephen Cox, and Torin Shaw. In addition to his immediate family, he is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins on both sides of the family.

Donations to honor the life and contributions of Steve Shaw can be made to the Angelo State University Geology Field Camp Scholarship Account or to the Angelo State University Field Geology Scholarship Account.

A live stream will be held on the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd Facebook page.

Donald Lee Stamps, 85, of San Angelo, TX, passed away peacefully on June 29th, 2024, after a short illness.

Donald was born on May 11th, 1939, in Newport, Arkansas, to Robin and Ruth Stamps and was a 1963 graduate of the University of Arkansas. Growing up in The Delta, Donald cultivated a love of the Blues and early Rock n' Roll. His love of music took him into the segregated clubs of the time where he saw everyone from Ray Charles to Little Richard. He and his friends even had a handshake deal with Elvis Presley to play at their high school, which unfortunately fell through once Elvis gained national exposure. Donald lived a long and happy life with his beloved wife of 61 years, the former Edith (Edie) Casey of Batesville, Arkansas. His career took them all over the country until they finally settled in Solon, Ohio, where he retired as a senior VP for Ohio Transformer in 2004. But a career was a distant second behind Donald and Edie's true passion: animals. Over the years they owned countless dogs including Sam, Critter, and RFD (Real Fine Dog).

In retirement, Edie started a pet-sitting service fittingly named "Bone Voyage", Donald worked as a dog trainer, and they both visited local nursing homes with their own dogs. Donald will forever be remembered by his friends and family for his kindness, generosity, and affability. He was preceded in death by his sister, Martha Stamps Ford, and his wife, Edie. He is survived by his brother, David Stamps, and his nephews, Theron Stamps and Eric Ford.

Chester L. Hurlburt Sr., 96, of San Angelo, TX, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. 

Born on December 29, 1927, in Kewanna, IN, he was the first son to the late Lovell J. and Frances C. (Engel) Hurlburt.

Chester attended Kewanna High School and upon graduation enlisted in the United States Air Force in April of 1946 at the age of 19. MSGT Hurlburt traveled to many countries, including Greenland, Turkey, Germany, and the Philippines. He also was stationed throughout the United States, having served until his retirement in 1973. 

Chester married Ida M. (Clark) Hurlburt on April 23, 1949 in Albany, Georgia. She preceded him in death on December 6, 2013. 

A proud 30-year member of the San Angelo Lions Club having joined in October of 1993. Throughout his tenure he held office(s), was a recurring board member and was honored with two of the highest awards within the International Lions Club; the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award in 2009 and the Jack Wiech Fellowship award in 2014. 

Chester had a passion for all things fishing. As an enthusiastic fisherman and owner of C&C Custom Marine, Chester relished his time on the water. Many of those days shared with his late son, Chester L. Hurlburt Jr. Both were members of the Bassmasters, San Angelo Bass Busters, and Concho Bass Club. 

When he was not setting the hook and wetting the line, he was officiating or assisting with other recreational sports. His interest in sports provided him with 52 years of officiant service. That also included time served with the City of San Angelo as an employee of the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Hurlburt was employed for 19 years and was instrumental with the completion of Rio Concho Community Park. 

Chester was preceded in death by his parents, Lovell and Frances Hurlburt; wife, Ida M. (Clark) Hurlburt; son, Chester L. Hurlburt Jr.; brothers, Phillip Hurlburt Sr. and Kenneth Hurlburt Sr.; and sisters, Katherine (Hurlburt) Wright and Patricia (Hurlburt) Branson. 

Left to cherish Mr. Hurlburt's memory is his granddaughter, Holly Hurlburt. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024 in the Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. 

Serving as pallbearers are Robert Castillo and Wendell Ramsey. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a memorial donation to the San Angelo Lions Club. 

The family would also like to thank the staff members of Sagecrest/Baptist Care Center in San Angelo for their devoted care with Mr. Hurlburt.

Dora Lou Hickam of Red River, NM passed away on June 25, 2024, just shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born on August 5, 1932, in Cimmaron, NM to Cliff and Bess Gimson. Dora Lou was delivered into this world by her grandmother, a locally renowned midwife. Her family eventually moved to Taos, NM where she spent most of her childhood, growing up with older brother, Ted. The family eventually settled in Raton, NM where baby sister, Barbara Ann was born, and where Dora Lou graduated high school. Her beauty was like no other. She was even one of the “Breck (shampoo) Girls.”

She then began her professional career with the telephone company as a switch board operator. This was during the Korean War, and she had fond memories of patching thru overseas calls to/from the “Soldier Boys”.

In 1953 she married Al Hickam, and they had 2 children, a daughter Johnna and 3 years later a son, Allen. Together, they built 2 successful businesses. Hickam Plumbing started in Springer, NM in the mid 1960’s and then moved to Red River. A few years later, the famous Turkey Track Stables was their new venture that kept them busy during the summer months.

Dora Lou was a founding member of the Red River Women’s Club, a longtime member of the Red River Historical Society, belonged to the NM Republican National Committee while working the elections for over 20 years. She could be found working at the ski area, in various retail shops around town and was the face of the Sundance Restaurant for many years, greeting guests nightly and rolling chili rellenos in the off hours. Her final job was one she loved the most, being the Historian of the Little Red School House Museum. She had a passion for her beloved mountain town, the history of it, the people, the landscape and the wildlife to be found there. Above all, she loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Dora Lou was preceded in death by her parents, Cliff & Bess Gimson, brother, Ted Gimson (Nona), sister, Barbara Wilkinson, husband, Al Hickam, daughter-in-law, Louie Hickam and many lifelong friends and extended family. She is survived by her daughter, Johnna McClain (Stoddard), son, Allen Hickam, grandchildren, Cody May, Karee Wiggins (Will), Lacey Hickam, Brenna Lange (Matt), great-grandchildren, Grayson & Garren Wiggins, Sterling Inman, Jocelyn Garcia, Ashlyn, Mikah & Tripp Lange, sister-in-law, Rose Harper, brother-in-law, Wilk Wilkinson, nephew, Randy Wilkinson, and niece, Robyn Harper.

Dora Lou’s family will be present for visitation at Johnson’s Funeral Home, San Angelo from 9:00-11:00 am on July 1, 2024 with Graveside service to begin at 12:00 pm at Fairmount Cemetery, San Angelo. Pallbearers are Stoddard McClain, Cody May, Will Wiggins, Matt Lange, Grayson Wiggins and Garren Wiggins. Honorary pallbearer is Mike May.

The family would like to express unending gratitude for all the loving care provided to our Mom and NaNa: Dr. John Stevenson, DaVita Dialysis Clinic Staff, SageCrest – Mayfield Unit Staff and Hospice of San Angelo. 

Donations in Dora Lou’s memory may be made to the Red River Historical Society, PO Box 384, Red River NM 87558.

We were blessed by the presence of our beloved sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend Deborah "Debbie" Ann Mitchell on October 17, 1952. Her light enriched our lives for 72 years until God called her home on June 21, 2024. 

Debbie is preceded in death by her parents, James and Artie; daughter, Raquel Elizabeth Peterman and husband Robby; and her precious granddaughter, Cheyanne "Cheybabi" Peterman. 

Left to treasure Debbie's memory are her son, Robert Atkinson; grandchildren, Hailey, Ryan, Ashley, and Alexis; daughter, Callie Pedini and husband Denny; grandchildren, Caden and Courtlyn Pedini; grandchildren, Myriah Atkinson and Stormy Peterman; four great-grandchildren, Serenity Lozano, Levi, Tommy, and Charlie; and one more great-grandchild on the way. Debbie is also survived by her beautiful loving sisters, Rosa Redonda and Rhonda; and brothers, Sammy, Jim, Bob and Arthur. 

A Celebration of Debbie's Life will be held at 6:30 PM on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 60 Goodfellow Avenue, San Angelo, Texas. Celebration will include a balloon / lantern release and reception. For more information, or to RSVP, please call Myriah Atkinson (325) 227-9624.

Barbara Clay Bryant, 85, of San Angelo, surrounded by her family in her daughter's home, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, June 27th, 2024.

Public viewing will be from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Calvary Baptist Church at 2321 Armstrong St. Services will follow at 1:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church with Dr. Bobby Roger, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Ballinger under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Barbara was born on May 23, 1939 in Paint Rock to L.C. Ogle and Naomi Lillian Jones-Ogle, the 3rd of ten children. In 1969, Barbara met the love of her life, David Ross Bryant, and they were married that year on October 25, 1969 in Newcastle. They resided in Dallas, then moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1970, and together they had a daughter, Marlee Robin, and a son, Gary Ross. In 1980, Barbara attended TVI Community College for 4 months to proudly attain her high school diploma. They loved their home there and raised their 2 children until returning to Ballinger in 1988.

Barbara was a hard worker and spent her childhood alongside her 9 siblings and her parents, sharecropping all over Texas, all of them working cotton fields, beginning even before they were school age. Later in life she worked retail at Sears, waitressing many jobs, an interior decorator at Montgomery Ward, and her favorite, becoming a certified nurses aide working with older people which she adored. But her most prized job was being a Mom and a grandmother, a wonderful homemaker most of her life. She was a loving neighbor to many and a loyal friend. There was nothing that couldn't be solved over a cup of coffee and a conversation about her love for Jesus. A true ambassador for Christ, she shared Jesus with family, and friends alike - from the bank to the grocery stores, to anywhere she went, she never met a stranger.

At a young age, she became a huge fan of country music legend Marty Robbins, and served positions in his fan club in Louisina, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. She and her husband Dave remained personal close friends of Marty until his death in 1982. Barbara was a big fan of "real country music" of the Grand Old Opry, but her favorite was Christian and Gospel music, listening to KLOVE 24-7. She spent her last years loving her family, her grandbabies and great grandbabies all, constantly sharing the love of Jesus with them, and in her last days, comforting them all and specifically speaking to all of them, reassuring that they will see her again someday and making sure they knew that Jesus is the only way for that promise. She always told them how much she loved them, and that she was praying for all of them every day. In her final hours, we were blessed to even hear her pray and thanking God, even for every single hardship and heartache and illness she had ever been through. Her faith was unshakable, passing that on to each of us.

Barbara was preceded in death by her father, L.C. Ogle; her mother, Naomi Lillian Ogle; her husband, David Ross Bryant; her sister, Lahoma Trammell; her brothers, Wesley Ogle, Milton Ogle, Billy Ogle, Burl Ogle, Cody Ogle, Robert Ogle, and Larry Ogle; and her niece, Cynthia Ann Waldrop.

She is survived by daughter, Patti Brindley Cradic and husband Billy of Starks, Louisina, daughter, Marlee Robin Wheeless and husband Jason of San Angelo; her son, Gary Ross Bryant of San Angelo; a sister, Wanda Harris and husband Frank of Newcastle; her grandchildren, Jacelyn Summer Grimsley of Franklin, Tennesee, Ryan Amber Howell and husband Koby Howell of San Angelo, Brady Ross Willis and fiancee Mallory Plagens of San Angelo, Jayton Lee Willis of San Angelo, Michael David Willis and wife Ashley of San Angelo, Daryell Lynn Pryor of San Angelo, Keturah Ford and husband Patrick Ford of Juneu, Alaska, Annestasia Bryant of San Angelo, Hailie Guevara of San Angelo, Kathryn Danielle Bryant of San Angelo, Matthew Bryant and wife Airica of San Angelo; great grand children, Gunner and Blaine both of San Angelo; Taylor, Mikey, and Davy all of San Angelo, Addison Leigh, Aiden James, and Atlin Rain of Juneu, ALaska; Ashlyn, Ava, Axton, Lawson, and Reegan of San Angelo, Kolton, Sophia, and Bodie of Franklin Tennesse, Madalyn, Ezra, McKenna, and Colter of San Angelo, Marley, Michael, Mia, Maddox, and Solomon of San Angelo, Castina, Jocelyn, Emilio, and Lillyanna of San Angelo. Very special bonus grandkids she called her own, Oscar, Talis, Cooper, and Cody; bonus son, David Lee Willis; bonus daughter, Charity Johnson of Hobbs, New Mexico and her life-long best friend, Dianna Johnson of Los Lunas, New Mexico. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Rita Ogle of Ballinger; and by two special nieces she was very close to, Veree Davis of Jonesville, Virginia, and Natalie Ogle of Ballinger, and a ton of nieces and nephews near and far.

The family would like to thank High Plains Hospice and her nurse Sherry, and bath aide Stephanie who cared greatly for her; her home care aide for months Jovita who we love dearly and many thanks for the love and care you gave her; and her favorite, Dr. Ty Hughston and his staff at Shannon.

Don't forget that our Momma Barbara loved all of you, but like she always said, Jesus loves you more!

In lieu of flowers, donations toward funeral expenses can be made directly to Robert Massie Funeral Home through the link below.

It is with heartfelt sadness that we lost a wonderful soul to cancer. Marcia passed peacefully with her brother James by her side. She was born in Odessa, Texas on March 26, 1958, and had a great early upbringing. She attended Gonzales Elementary, Nimitz Junior High and graduated from Permian High School in 1976. She loved being a Pepette and enjoyed the football team going all the way to State. Marcia was a graduate of Texas Tech University and got her B.S. in Education. She was also a member of the sorority Delta Gamma. After graduation, Marcia moved back to Odessa and taught early elementary for Ector County ISD. She then moved on to Big Spring ISD. She ended up in San Angelo where her whole family had gathered and was a teacher for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades at San Jacinto Elementary where she had a fantastic team to work with. Marcia retired and was able to enjoy her family and friends, which included her forever FUR BABIES. She loved gardening and her home was always an ongoing project of redoing. Marcia was preceded in death by her beloved parents Claude and Martha Bennett and her baby brother, Robert “Ted” Bennett. She is survived by her beloved brother James Bennett. She also had her lifelong Phyllis Burroughs from San Angelo, her two friends from childhood, Patty Edwards Kinnaird from Odessa and Lane Etheredge Carson from Georgetown. Added to this were her many friends and family. The Graveside Service will be at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, July 3, 2024. In lieu of flowers, she wishes that donations be made to your favorite animal shelter in your hometown, the American Cancer Society, or a donation of your choice. Please reach out to Harper Funeral Home and any cards will be forwarded to her brother James.

She will forever be in our hearts!

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

Roger Dale Smith, 82, of San Angelo, Texas was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Roger was born on September 12, 1941, in Santa Anna, Texas to Otho and Irene (Carpenter) Smith. The family lived in Coleman County and later moved to San Angelo, Tom Green County where they made their home. Roger attended Lakeview High School.

Roger married the love of his life, Donna Sue Childress on April 8, 1959. Together they raised two children, Greg and Jeff – and were blessed with three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Roger was a Master Plumber, a Mechanic, and worked later in life at O’Reilly Auto Parts until his retirement at the age of 80 years old.

Roger’s real passion and love was Auto Racing. There was not a weekend that you would not find him at the Racetrack with family and friends doing what he loved the most.

Roger is preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law Jesse and Winnie Strickler, and younger brother Gary Smith. Roger is survived by his wife Donna of San Angelo along with sons Greg Smith of San Angelo, and Jeff Smith and his wife Sharon of Corpus Christi, Texas; grandsons, Colby Smith and his wife Ashley of Pueblo, Colorado, Justin Smith and his wife Mariah of San Angelo, Texas, and Cameron Smith and his wife Emily of Portland, Texas; great-grandchildren Zoe and Gavin Smith of Pueblo, Colorado, Mallory Smith of San Angelo, Texas, Garrett, Hayden, and Walen Smith of Portland, Texas; sister, Joyce Carr and her husband Bob of San Angelo, Texas; brother, Daymon and his wife Beth of San Angelo, Texas.

A celebration of life will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 10:00am.

Rosella "Sue" Larimore beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend to many passed away in her home on June 25, 2024. She was born on August 25, 1940 to Claude Harrison (C.H.) Arrick and Jewell Arrick in Roscoe, Texas. She grew up in Big Spring, Texas and graduated from Big Spring High School in 1958. She attended Howard College and worked in banking. She met and married USAF pilot Carl Walter Oliver and had her only child, Eric Thomas Oliver. They traveled the world while with the Air Force and she was very active in the Officer's Wives Club. After the untimely death of her husband, she met and married USAF Major William H. Larimore and she continued her work as a mother and officer's wife. She became involved in real estate and investments in the Eastern Shore of Virginia before retiring in San Angelo, Texas.

She lived up to her West Texas roots and was nobody's fool. She could be a warrior or a diplomat and would defend her close family with unwavering love and loyalty. She made sure each and every member of her family knew how much she cherished them and was always there to help.

She is survived by: Her siblings Sonia Patterson, John Arrick, and Sherri Wisener, and their families; Her Grandchildren Carl Larimore and Ben Larimore, and their families; Her stepchildren William H. Larimore Jr., Robert Larimore, and Mary Jane Cullen, and their families; Her daughter-in-law Jennifer Larimore; and Andrew Dienert, a very close friend.

She was preceded in death by: Her parents, C.H. and Jewell Arrick; Her husbands Captain Carl Walter Oliver, USAF, and Colonel William H. Larimore, USAF; Her son Eric Thomas Oliver Larimore; Her siblings Claudine Arrick, Mary McCullough, Bonnie Burris, C.H. Arrick Jr. and Gerry Arrick.

It comforts us all to know that she has been reunited with her son and all of those she loved in life, especially her Lord, Jesus.

Funeral service will be held at Harper Funeral Home in San Angelo, TX on July 3rd at 10am. Graveside service to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Cemetery at 11am.

ulia Smyers, 97, formerly of Andrews and Odessa, TX, passed from this life, resting quietly at last. Born Julia Ann Planamento in Freeland, PA, on May 5, 1927. She was the fourth of nine siblings, born to Vincent and Theresa Norone Planamento.

She met and married Glen Smyers of Globe, Arizona at the end of World War II. She then found herself on a train and finally a bus to Andrews, TX. She and Glen started a family and raised three children. She retired from the County Clerks office after 25 plus years of service as a Deputy Clerk in both Andrews and Ector Counties. She remained in Odessa until 2023, when she moved to assisted living in San Angelo. She enjoyed shopping for sales, square dancing, polka dancing, and spending vacations at their cabin in Arizona. Julia is preceded in death by her husband, Glen, and her eight siblings, and daughter in law, Candy Smyers.

She is survived by her three children, Glenda Powers and Tom of Morenci, AZ, Mike Smyers of Denver City, TX, and Roy Smyers and Cindy of San Angelo, TX; five grandchildren, Tiffany Powers of Morenci, Eddie Smyers, Brittni Hill and Thomas of Abilene, TX, Seth Smyers and Alicia of Odessa, TX, and Shannon Dean and Cody of Dove Creek, TX; and three great grandchildren, Wyatt, Shep, and Michael.

A graveside service in the Andrews Old Cemetery will be held at a future date.