Harper Obituaries

January 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnie Smith, a loving mother and grandmother, who was born on September 10, 1939, and left us on January 14, 2025 in her home surrounded by family. Johnie resided in San Angelo, Texas, where she lived a full and meaningful life serving the community. She was a devoted...

January 11, 2025

Duke was born in San Angelo Texas July 31, 1946, to the late William B and Mary Glover Wilson. He graduated from Central High School Class of 1965 and went on to attend Texas A&M University. After being drafted he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He returned to San Angelo, graduating from Angelo State...

January 11, 2025

Rosalia Cortez, 85, a beacon of unwavering faith and boundless love, passed peacefully on January 11, 2025, in San Angelo, Texas, with family at her side. She was born on February 24, 1939, in Ballinger, Texas.

Rosalia’s early years were filled with the joys of family and the formation of bonds that would last her entire life....

January 9, 2025

Phil Tucker arrived in his heavenly home on January 9, 2025, in San Angelo Texas.

Phil was born on December 6, 1945 in Clovis, N.M. Phil graduated from Tulia High School in 1964, and played in the Texas High School All State Game after graduation. Phil was recruited by all of the South West Conference...

January 9, 2025

Michael Edward Howell, lovingly known as "Bob," passed away on January 9th, 2025, in Dallas, Texas at the age of 48. He was born on November 16, 1976, in Midland, Texas, to his parents Michael Howell and Arcelia Molinar.

Michael spent his early years in Midland before moving to San Angelo, Texas. A proud graduate...

January 9, 2025

Homer Wilburn "Bill" Phillips passed into the loving arms of his Savior on January 9, 2025. He was 96 years old. Bill was born on September 17, 1928 in Abilene,TX to parents Minnie Maudeen and William Adra Phillips. He had been a resident of San Angelo for 51 years.

Bill grew up in Abilene, TX....

January 8, 2025

John Dee (JD) Smoot Jr. was born in Mansfield, Arkansas on February 27, 1933 to Ruby Mae (Heavener) Smoot and John Dee Smoot, Sr. He is preceded in death by his mother Ruby and step-father Theodore Roosevelt Reding. Also pre-deceasing him is Louise Mary (Friedbauer) Smoot, the mother of his two daughters. He is survived by his daughter Deanna...

January 8, 2025

Alex Papoutsas, 89, of San Angelo went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2025.

Alex was born November 13, 1935, in San Angelo, Texas, to Sophia and Alexander Papoutsas. In 1965 he married Sylvia Warren. He and Sylvia were blessed with 59 happy years together.

Alex was a 1954 graduate of San Angelo...

January 6, 2025

Ikey Tom Ault, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away January 6, 2025 at the age 83. He was born in Hollywood, California on March 13, 1941. He was the son of Sam and Marie Ault.

He was preceded in death by his wife Maggie Ault. They enjoyed a loving marriage of 36 years. He was...

January 4, 2025

Leroy “Loy” Paul Garcia went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the age of 42. He was born on May 30, 1982, in San Angelo, Texas. Leroy loved to spend time with his family, especially with his grandchildren. He will be remembered as a charismatic and funny son, father, brother, fiancé, pawpaw...

January 4, 2025

We mourn the loss of Shane Kuykendall, born on October 20, 1980, who passed away on January 4, 2025. Shane was known for his loyalty, friendliness, and sense of humor. He embraced life enthusiastically and took great pride in being a loving father and a dedicated family man.

Shane is survived by his daughter, Riley...

January 4, 2025

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...

January 3, 2025

Sherrie Ann Coleman, 72, of San Angelo, TX, passed away on January 3, 2025.

She was born on February 13, 1952, in Sioux City, Iowa, Sherrie was the daughter of George and Teddena Connor. She attended Odessa High School and later married the love of her life, Jim Coleman, in San Angelo in 1988.

January 3, 2025

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...

January 2, 2025

Karen Lee Tengwall, 83, of Brady, TX, passed away on January 2, 2025, in San Angelo, TX. She was born on August 29, 1941, to Vernon and Ruth Olson and married LeRoy “Speeder” Tengwall on March 11, 1966.

Karen is survived by her son, Kevin Tengwall; step-daughter, Jodi Gorman; grandsons, Nick and Brett Tengwall; six...

January 2, 2025

Harry Donald Nicholson, Sr. passed away at home in Mertzon, TX, on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on January 16, 1935, in Corsicana, Texas, to Danny Taylor and Anita Fay (Butler) Nicholson.

Known to many as “Judge” & “Big Daddy”, Donald truly seeked to inspire and educate those...

January 1, 2025

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...

December 30, 2024

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...

December 29, 2024

Ronald "Ron" Dee Brookshire, age 76, of San Angelo, TX, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024. He was born on April 23, 1948, in Midland, TX, to Willis and Billie (McKee) Brookshire.

Ron was a proud Vietnam War veteran, having served in the U.S. Army. He later retired from the City of Midland, TX,...

December 27, 2024

Katarina (Kathy) Perez Green, passed from this world to be with her Mama and Lord & Savior on December 27, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born on November 25, 1942, in Martindale, TX to Victoria Perez.

Kathy was a charismatic soul throughout her life. One of her best traits was not to...