Marcelina "Martha" R. Vasquez, 88, born on June 2, 1937 in Toyahvale, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on March 5, 2026. Martha lived a life centered on faith, family, and service to others, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew her.

On October 8, 1956, Martha married Martin Vasquez, and together they shared 25 years of marriage. Although life eventually led them on separate paths, they remained devoted to their family. In the last five years of Martha's life, they once again shared a home where they were lovingly cared for by their children, spending their final years surrounded by family until the Lord called her home.

Martha was a compassionate caregiver who dedicated many years of her life working as a CNA at St. John's, where she cared for others with patience and love. She also served as a caretaker for Outreach Services, continuing her lifelong calling to help those in need. Even after retirement, Martha remained active in her community by volunteering with the RSVP program at the City of San Angelo Senior Center, where she enjoyed ceramics, painting, crafts, and a lively game of bingo with friends, for prizes of course. She served in the RSVP program from 2005 until 2020 completing 3,970 lifetime hours.

Martha had a joyful spirit and was known for her warm and welcoming nature, she truly never met a stranger. She loved talking with people, sharing stories, and offering prayers to anyone in need. A devoted woman of faith, she was often known as a "prayer warrior," faithfully calling the prayer line and lifting others up in prayer.

She found great happiness outdoors, tending to her yard, listening to the sound of wind chimes, and surrounding herself with little trinkets that brought her joy and often became gifts to others. Martha was also affectionately known as the "bug lady," a nickname inspired by her beloved Volkswagen Beetle. She also had an unmistakable love for the color purple. Above all else, she treasured her family and had a special gift for bringing everyone together.

Martha, often called Mamo, is survived by her children, Mario Vasquez, Victor Vasquez, and Eloisa Nevarez; her grandchildren Alex Nevarez, III, Marc (Morgan) Vasquez, and Abbie Rivera; and her great-grandchildren Ruben and Marc Vasquez, Jr. all from San Angelo. She is also survived by her sisters Pauline Marmelejo and Tommy Vasquez of Lubbock, Mary Abbad and brother Frank (Elena) Rodriguez, Jr. of Pecos. Martha also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends who will miss her deeply.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Rosa Rodriguez; her brothers, Epifanio Rodriguez and Dulce Rodriguez; and her sisters, Ethel Miller, Victoria Rodriguez, Dominga Rodriguez, and Janie Rodriguez.

Serving as pallbearers are Marc Vasquez, Ruben Vasquez, Alex Nevarez, III, Antonio Garcia, Alex Nevarez, and Jeff Simmons.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel with the Rosary beginning at 6:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, March 9, 2026 at Robert Massie Riverside Chapel. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home..

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Visiting Angels for the care, compassion, and support they provided. The family would also like to extend their sincere appreciation to Jeff Simmons, her neighbor and friend, for the many years of his kindness and concern.

Martha will be remembered for her loving heart, strong faith, vibrant personality, and the way she brought people together. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit and love will live on in the many lives she touched.

Orlando Larnell Colbert was born on January 20, 1959 to Arthur Ray and Ruby Colbert in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was the 3rd of his siblings in a USAF family which was frequently stationed in various places globally giving him a very extensive knowledge of people and languages. Their final station with his family landed them in San Angelo, Tx where he attended and graduated from Central High School and was a proud Bobcat all his life still attending games regularly as well. He loved basketball and football and was a diehard Dallas Cowboy and Texas Longhorn fan. He loved living in Texas and would be heard saying often that "I wasn't born here but I got here as fast as I could!"

He loved all things military so much that he joined the Air Force after graduating and received numerous commendations during his service while he worked as a Medical Service Specialist. After medical retirement, he returned to San Angelo, Texas where he continued his love for all things sports and used his retirement time to both play and coach basketball as much as he could. He coached various teams of both his children and neighborhood children that he came across and was always the loudest voice you could hear in any court or field you could find but always out of love. He always had a great love for all the people and children in his life and always lived a motto of respect and sayings like "Act like you got some sense, you alright with me".

He loved his family and loved the family he created for himself while in San Angelo. Orlando loved to look his best and would always make sure that he posed for his "Get Fresh Fridays". And even though he enjoyed doing fun things he loved giving back even more. He often volunteered in the community to give children back to school supplies or have a safe place to celebrate Halloween at their fall festivals. He lived his life just like his voice very loud and was usually always the one to stop and help almost anyone in need. He gave even when he couldn't and even gave when he shouldn't. He was often the funniest, most blunt person in any room he was in and would never ever hesitate to let you know just how he felt about anything that you said regardless of who the person was. Often while giving advice, he'd include a funny part during his delivery but even still the advice rang true despite the delivery. He always stood up for what he believed in and was never to be swayed even if he knew he would be shunned, he held firm to his beliefs and morals of how he felt he wanted his life to be and held that until his very last breath. His greatest love in his life was his family and children that loved him and his wife, Detra.

Orlando is preceded in death by both parents Arthur Ray and Ruby J Colbert, brothers, Vincent A Colbert and Adrian L Colbert and brothers in love, Randy Vernon and Charles Warren.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Detra Colbert; children, Dominic Colbert, Crystal Perryman, Adrienn Bledsoe (Michael), Jazmine Cornelius (Feji), Avery Colbert (Brianna), Tamiqua Brown, Shenetra Miller (Cody), Benjamin Luna, Ireanna Luna, and Kingston. Brother Samuel Colbert (Barbara); sister, Y. Michelle Pulphus (Arthur); grandchildren, Adelynn, Ainsley, Caius, Camrynn, Christian, Christopher, Cinco, Crislynn, Damian, Jada, Michaela, Nova, and Ruby. Nieces PaQuita C., Annalisa C, and India P; Nephews; Derek C, Abel C and Arthur P III Great nieces, Tijiasha, Teanna, and Ivy P. Step children, LaCresha Harris, Shuntaya Butler (Stephen) and Micheal Harris (Mayra) Godchildren: Lexus Roberts and Elijah Brown. Bonus Children: Alex and Hope; Khadijah N, Maria H, Shawn G, Andre W, Marcus R, DeAndre Y, Jarrod Y, and Walter J.; Surrogate family. the Walker family and a host of bonus grandchildren, Ahmari, Braeden, Zoriah, Anthony, Anyssa, Darrell, Kailyrise, Kylric, Mya, Yuel, Harlem, Josiah, Leo, Jaliyah, and Jayven. Also lots of bonus nieces and nephews, friends and loved ones.

Viewing Services will be Friday March 13, 2026 at Robert Massie Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held Saturday March 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Robert Massie Funeral Home with repass to follow and all information will be provided at services.

Pansy LaQuana White, age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at her home with her three children and her sister at her side.

Pansy was born on March 17, 1930, in Big Spring, Texas. She was born to parents, Estes B. Roberts and Fairy Lee (Cates) Roberts. She graduated from San Angelo High School in 1948.

On June 19, 1965, Pansy married Howard O’dell White in Tahoka, Texas. They immediately moved to San Angelo. For over thirty-five years, she had a registered home day care. Pansy was happiest when she was with her family.

Pansy was preceded in death by her husband in 2007. Also, by two brothers, Billie Lee Roberts and Twan Roberts, and several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her children Rhonda Gayle Clark of San Angelo, Toby Gregory and his wife Pat of Lubbock, Texas, and Serina Verret and husband Shane, of San Angelo, her sister Judith Powell of Rankin, Texas, also surviving are her seven grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by two nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Anderton and Sarah for the wonderful care that you have given to our mother for the last thirty years. Also, thank you to her Hospice of San Angelo support team.

A private service will be held.

Danny Lee Hurst went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 2, 2026. He was born on December 9, 1947, to H.E. (Sac) and Yvonne Hurst. He graduated from San Angelo Central High School. After high school, he joined the Navy and served during the Vietnam War. During his service, he was stationed on the USS Constellation aircraft carrier.

After leaving the Navy, he became a full-time farmer. He was also a very gifted singer and served as the music minister at Veribest Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Twin Mountain Tones. After retiring from farming, he became the full-time minister of music at Trinity Baptist Church in San Angelo and later at Wooster Baptist Church in Arkansas.

He later retired and moved back to San Angelo, where he enjoyed playing golf and studying the Word during his retirement.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Hurst; his parents, H.E. (Sac) and Yvonne Hurst; his brother, Mac Wade Hurst; his brother-in-law, Bobby Biedermann; and his grandmother, Opal McCollum.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Diane Junginger; his sons, Kevin Hurst and wife Ginger, and Greg Hurst and wife Pam; his grandsons, Sutton and Kristian Hurst; his granddaughters, Emily Dinelli and husband Evan, and Allison Wallace and husband Savante; his sister, Randy Biedermann; his sister-in-law, Marcia Hurst; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Monday, March 9, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Harper Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Faith is the assurance of things hoped for. - Hebrews 11:1

John lost his earthly battles following three surgeries, wife Nancy by his side. He arrived at his heavenly home on February 28, 2026. He was 91 years young and the final survivor of eight siblings. John was born January 29, 1935, in Dickens, Texas to John Henry Bilberry and Alpha Delia Sumrall. He lived in San Angelo, Texas for 40 years.

John married his high school sweetheart, Anita Bilberry October 16, 1953. They lived in California, Post, Big Lake, Ft. Stockton, Crane, and San Angelo, TX. Mr. Bilberry spent three years in the Marine Corp. Following his service, he had various places of employment. John enjoyed opportunities as a Roustabout, Pumper, Firestone Driver, Grocery Store Clerk, Draftsman, Football Referee, Fluid Shooter for oil wells, Student of the Scriptures, Cancer Treatment Transporter, Security Guard for Baptist Memorial, Husband, Christ-like, Father, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. The highlights of his marriage to Anita were a 50th wedding anniversary to Niagara Falls and a mission trip with Crane FBC to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The list of John’s hobbies is as extensive as his patience is long-suffering. His family never heard him say a bad word. He said, “I know bad words, I just don’t say them!” Next to playing golf, he loved watching it on tv along with every other sport! However, football brought him great joy as a Referee. He was a member of the Texas Officiating Sports Association.

Three daughters were born to this union. Their “eldest daughter” Susan Johnston (Steve) resides in San Angelo, Texas; her children are Matthew T Johnston (Susan Pearlman), Jessica Cartwright (Kevin), Spencer Johnston; Donita Littleford lived in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Her children are Michea Millar and Jeremiah Daniel Haynes. Jeri “Phoebe Ann” Bilberry is also of San Angelo, Texas. Plus eight great grandchildren. Anita passed away in 2016.

John married Nancy Schantz in 2017. She added two Bonus Daughters and their families to the mix. Her daughter Lana Ward (Robert) has a son, Matthew (Erin) Scarborough of Hockley, Texas. Lana’s daughter is Megan Trinidad (Emilio). Daughter Robin Hays (Tim) has children Austin Hays (Hayley), Amber Hays and Addison Hays.

Those family members awaiting John’s homecoming are many. His parents; daughter, Donita Littleford; twin brothers, Lawrence (Tillie) and Luther (Louella) Bilberry; sisters, Greta Cooper (Pete), Jean McDonald (Pinkie), Linda Bach, Joyce Edwards (Waymer), and Nedra Sue Bilberry; Nieces and nephews - John Leslie Preston, Little Bill Bilberry, Levi Cartwright, Chad Cooper, Salena Short, Steve Cooper, Staci Ramos, and James Brent “Shorty” Bilberry.

Those still here to mourn his loss are: Tommy Cooper (Brenda), Jackie Cooper, Richard Cooper (Kerrie), Kathy Sammons (Roger), Kim Emerson (Mike); John Thomas Bilberry (Alice), Sharyn Birchfield (Steve), Larry Bilberry (Anne), Nan Hammack (Britches), Patricia Lambert (Glen); Leslie Wright; Paula Chambers (Rick); Dede Inahara; Sheri Short, Bert Short (Paulette), Sharla Short; Carl Edwards (Cindy), Collin Edwards (Veronica), Chris Edwards (Crystal); and his canine pal, Levi.

A special “THANK YOU” goes to great nephew, Andy Rogers for his provision of the Marine uniform he so graciously brought to be worn today by John.

Nancy and John served the Lord at Veribest Baptist Church in Veribest, Texas. In remembrance of Topper, you may make donations to the Deaf Fellowship of Kansas City, Veribest Baptist Church, or the charity of your choosing. Family would like to say a special “thank you” to John’s doctor, Dr. Justin Jones and Orvie and Elizabeth Jenkins for their unfailing love and support.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Harper Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, March 13, 2026, at Veribest Baptist Church with Pastor David Templin officiating. The Graveside service will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Terrace Cemetery in Post, TX.

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