Harper Obituaries

Billy "Bill" Jay Wells

Billy "Bill" Jay Wells

Jul 17, 2025

Billy Jay Wells, age 82, passed away on July 17, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas.

Bill was born and raised in Midland, Texas, as an only child. He was raised by his single mother after his father was killed serving in World War II. This early experience helped shape Bill’s strong character, resilience, and deep appreciation for family.

An extremely talented artist...

Murry Eugene Oleson

Murry Eugene Oleson

Jul 15, 2025

Murry Eugene “Gene” Oleson, of San Angelo, passed away on July 15, 2025 at the age of 90. He was born November 9, 1934 in Hobbs, New Mexico to Rufus Murry Oleson and Eula Faye Hines.

As a youth, Gene worked on farms and attended various schools in Blanton, Covington, Blum, Oscelo, and Menard, Texas. He completed high school in San...

Donald Ray Baker

Donald Ray Baker

Jul 15, 2025

Donald Ray Baker, age 77, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 15,2025.

He was born on December 5, 1947, to Leonard and Amy Baker of San Angelo. Donald graduated from Lakeview High School and began working for GTE soon after, until his retirement in 1997. He also proudly served his country in the National Guard, and was an...

Ramiro Sanchez Reyes

Ramiro Sanchez Reyes

Jul 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ramiro Reyes (1953-2025), Born in Monte Escobedo, Zacatecas to Juan Pablo Reyes and Elidia Sanchez.

With deep love and gratitude, the family of Ramiro Reyes announces his peaceful death

surrounded by his family. He carried with him the traditions and values of traditional Mexican heritage—marked by resilience, humility, and a love for life.

At the young age of 14,...

Loye Helen Trusler Barnes

Loye Helen Trusler Barnes

Jul 12, 2025

Loye Helen Trusler Barnes passed away peacefully with her family at her side on July 12, 2025, after a long illness. She was born in Denver, Colorado on May 2, 1940, to Graydon Tipton Trusler and Alice McGarr Trusler. Her family moved to San Angelo in 1946 where she met the love of her life, John Barnes, in first grade...

Marvin Brooks, Jr.

Marvin Brooks, Jr.

Jul 11, 2025

Marvin Brooks, Jr. was born in Huntington West Virginia, July 21, 1930, to Marvin Brooks, Sr. and Vora Mae Bowen Brooks. He reached his eternal resting place at the age of 94 July 11, 2025. Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, and his son, Richard Eugene Brooks, his five brothers and his two sisters. At the young age...

Weldon Edward Davis

Weldon Edward Davis

Jul 10, 2025

Weldon Edward Davis, passed from this life to his new life on July 10, 2025, at the age of 83. Weldon was born on November 27, 1941 in Athens, TX to Walter and Myrtie Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Wilma, as well as His brother Laddie Lee Davis and wife Lake, two daughters, Stefanie Anne Moore...

Russell "Rusty" Allen Baumann

Russell "Rusty" Allen Baumann

Jul 9, 2025

Russell (Rusty) Allen Baumann passed away on July 9, 2025. Rusty was born on September 25, 1972, in San Angelo, Texas, the son of Barney and Cynthia Baumann. He graduated from Central High School and was a member of the Grace Christian Church.

Rusty was devoted to his family and cherished spending time with them. He loved the Dallas Cowboys, UT...

Marion Dale Jones Jr.

Marion Dale Jones Jr.

Jul 7, 2025

Marion Dale Jones Jr., age 62, passed away peacefully at his home in Christoval, Texas, on July 7, 2025. He was born on January 30, 1963, in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, to Doris Jones and Marion Dale Jones Sr.

Marion spent his early years exploring the wonders of childhood before graduating from high school in Thornville, OH in 1981 and enlisting in...

Dr. Johnny Matt Bailey

Dr. Johnny Matt Bailey

Jul 7, 2025

Dr. Johnny Matt Bailey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, educator, mentor, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on March 6, 1940, in San Angelo, Texas, the son of Wilburn and LaStelle Bailey. He was the second of two children, sharing a close bond with his sister, Nancy.

Johnny grew up on...

Shirley Jean Fox

Shirley Jean Fox

Jul 7, 2025

Born Shirley Jean Murphy on November 11,1941 to Nolan Travis Murphy and Lora May Murphy, Shirley left this world on July 7, 2025, to be with God. Shirley was Married in 1958 to James Edgar Fox. They had three children together, which were loved dearly.

Shirley was preceded in death by her mother, father, her husband James, and 2 siblings Travis...

David Joe Stickney

David Joe Stickney

Jul 6, 2025

David J. Stickney, passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 6, 2025, after a valiant battle against cancer. David was born On May 30, 1954, to Joe and Jean Stickney in Midland, Texas. His childhood was spent playing baseball, bike riding, cub scouts and fishing on Colorado City Lake with his family and friends.

David attended Midland High School and...

Steven "Steve" Hemphill Edwards

Steven "Steve" Hemphill Edwards

Jul 4, 2025

Steven “Steve” Hemphill Edwards, age 72, a devoted husband, father, and cherished friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2025, while on a RV trip in Kerrville, Texas.

Born on November 15, 1952, in San Angelo, Texas, Steve was the son of the late John Horace “Took” Edwards and Dorothy Louise Stevens Edwards of Wall, Texas. On September 28, 1973, he...

Chief Master Sergeant Gary Owen Dube

Chief Master Sergeant Gary Owen Dube

Jul 4, 2025

Chief Master Sergeant Gary Owen Dube, 61, passed away on July 4, 2025, in Thailand. He was born on November 10, 1963, to Roland and Elaine Dube.

Gary honorably served his country for 30 years in the United States Air Force, culminating his distinguished career as the Operations Coordinator for the Defense Attaché Office at the United States Embassy in Manila,...

Nina Jo Rose

Nina Jo Rose

Jul 2, 2025

Nina Jo Rose, 85, of San Angelo, passed from this world on July 2, 2025, to her heavenly home.

Nina was born on April 24, 1940, in Dublin, TX to Bird Judson and Bessie Lee Seitz Humphreys. She grew up and graduated from High School in Abilene, TX. After her marriage to Larry Rose, San Angelo became her home. She worked...

David Harold Sammons

David Harold Sammons

Jul 2, 2025

David Harold Sammons, age 86, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of July 2, 2025. Born in Bristol, Virginia on June 11, 1939, he was the beloved eldest son of the late David Hamilton and Ida Mae (Sammons) Pullon.

Dave was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Virginia, who was the “Rose” of...

Laurence Matthews Lasater

Laurence Matthews Lasater

Jul 2, 2025

Laurence Matthews Lasater, a longtime rancher, died on July 2, 2025.

Laurie was born October 21, 1941, in San Antonio, Texas, the eldest child of Thomas and Mary Casey Lasater, founders of the Beefmaster breed of cattle.

He graduated from the eighth grade in Simla, Colorado, and attended Fountain Valley School near Colorado Springs and Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, graduating...

Carolyn Ann Prosise

Carolyn Ann Prosise

Jul 1, 2025

Carolyn Ann Prosise peacefully passed away in the early morning of July 1st, 2025, in her home located in Eden, Texas surrounded by loved ones.

Carolyn was born August 13th, 1953, in Sonora, Texas. Her parents Raymond Gerald and Mary Ann Prosise then relocated the family to Eden, Texas where Carolyn and her 4 siblings grew up. Carolyn attended Eden High...

Patricia Ann Saladin

Patricia Ann Saladin

Jun 30, 2025

Patricia Ann Saladin, 81, of San Angelo passed away on June 30, 2025.

Pat was born on October 25, 1943, to Donald and Barbara Klein Parker in Sacramento, California.

Pat worked as a dental assistant for many years as well as in the food service industry. She met her husband, Patrick Saladin, and they married on August 2, 2001. She enjoyed watching...

Kay Weatherby Ellis

Kay Weatherby Ellis

Jun 30, 2025

Maberta Kay Weatherby Ellis, of San Angelo, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 85, at her home following a period of illness complicated by dementia. She was born on December 16, 1939, in San Angelo, Texas, to Roberta Carr and Theron K. Weatherby.

Kay grew up in San Angelo and Big Lake, Texas, on the family...