Kenneth Randell Stasey “Wizard” passed into the arms of our Lord and Savior June 28, 2025, with family and friends by his side. Born on October 12, 1953, in Big Spring, TX to Wendell and Beth Stasey.

Randy began his career as a certified ophthalmic dispenser in 1975 at Pearl Vision in the Dallas Fort Worth area and received his certificate in 1979. After several years of working there, he then moved to San Angelo. He took over the family optical shop Eyes of Texas from his brother Mickey Stasey. Also, at that time Wendell and Beth had Stasey Real Estate, life was getting exciting.

Beyond his professional life, Randy loved fast boats, fast cars, the lake, football, and action-packed movies, and his brother Mickey was right there beside him with what they said, “Tearing it up”. They have so many stories together and most of his friends would say they had 9 lives. They both had jet boats and loved racing with each other. Randy made the cover of San Angelo magazine touching the water while skiing on Lake Nasworthy.

Randy shared two children with his former wife Tina Stasey and he loved them with all he had. Dillon was the first born and was always easy and laid back. Then came Kendell, the spitfire dare devil. So, Dillon always said you do it first and if it works out then ill do it. Almost the same as Randy and Mickey.

Randy is preceded in death by parents, Wendell and Beth Stasey and his grandparents Pat and Bea Stasey, his brother, Mickey Stasey only four weeks ago on May 31, 2025. He is survived by his sons Dillon Stasey and Kendell Stasey.

Randy will be remembered for his story telling, his sense of humor, genuine kindness, his strong work ethic and his unwavering love for those around him. He will be greatly missed but also remembered by all the lives he touched.

Service and Celebration of Life are to be announced at a later date with Harper Funeral Home.

Don’t think of me as gone away

My journey’s just begun

Life holds so many facets

This earth is but one

Just think of me as resting

From the sorrows and the tears

In a place of warmth and comfort

Where there are no days and years

Think of how I must be wishing

That you could know today

How nothing but your sadness

Can really go away

And think of me as living

In the hearts of those I touched

For nothing loved is ever lost

And I know I was loved so much

Emmitt Howard Bartee passed away peacefully on June 20th, 2025 with several of the people that loved him most at his side.

He was born September 11th, 1942 in Olney, Tx. After a stint in the US Navy, he returned to West Texas and married Glenda Dean Love. Together they raised a son, Emmitt II and a daughter Anissa.

He enjoyed a long career as an oilfield electrician, with an outstanding reputation, trusted and respected by his peers throughout the region.

Many hearts are heavy with his loss, because Emmitt was a truly special man. He embodied the best of what West Texans are: true to his word, tough, hard working, sharp, humble and big hearted. He was always ready with a smile, eager to help, and when he told you “Take your time going, but hurry back!”, he meant it.

He could glean more joy from a dog, a bag of Oreos and an old movie (Western or Sci-Fi!) than most people could buy with a fortune.

He loved music…any type. He was always good to go for concerts…from country swing to heavy metal and everything in between. If it had a beat, he would tap his foot and nod his head….even if he was deep asleep.

Emmitt was proceeded in death by his wife Glenda, his mother- Margaret and step-father Hubert Haston, his brother Virgil Haston and two sisters.

He is survived by his son Emmitt Bartee II, and grandson Emmitt “Trey” Bartee III. His daughter Anissa McLaughlin, her husband Stephen and grandkids Elijah Conner, Addison, and Jack McLaughlin. His much beloved niece, Teanna Love (always one of his favorites!), his brothers Herky and Haskell Haston, and numerous nieces and nephews.

And his good pal, Otto.

Anissa would tell you she had the greatest Daddy, Emmitt would tell you he had the greatest daughter. Their bond was inspirational. No doubt her love and care added years to his life, and she made sure they were filled with joy and laughter.

Celebration of life will be held on July 12th , 11:00 am at Harper Funeral home in San Angelo, Tx. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hands of Mercy Cat Sanctuary in San Angelo.

“Cares of the past are behind

Nowhere to go, but I'll find

Just where the trail will wind

Drifting along with the tumblin' tumbleweeds

I'll keep rolling along

Deep in my heart is a song

Here on the range I belong

Drifting along with the tumblin' tumbleweeds”

-Tumbling Tumbleweeds, 1934, Bob Dolan

Morgan “Ganza” Brian Welborn, age 55, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born on June 8, 1970, in San Bernardino, California, Morgan was the beloved son of Peggy Reichard and the late Terry Welborn.

Morgan attended North High School and graduated in 1992. He pursued his passion for storytelling as an independent film director. His creativity, vision, and dedication to indie art left an everlasting mark on all who knew him and admired his work. Morgan was a fierce believer in the power of storytelling, and he brought that belief to life through his films and his vibrant sense of humor.

Morgan is preceded in death by his father, Terry James Welborn, and his brother, Dale Edward Jackson.

He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Peggy Jean Harmes, and her husband, James; his twin brother, James Scott Welborn; and his nieces, Kiarra Jackson and Mikhaela Torio.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Morgan’s honor on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at 3226 Sunlake Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that memorial donations be made in Morgan’s name to support diabetes research—a cause close to our heart.

Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.Johnsons-FuneralHome.com.

With sorrow and pain we announce the passing of our daughter Ariahella Kamille Gloria, the lord gave us 5 beautiful years with her before she gained her wings.

Ari girl “The Bull” was such a gentle giant with a big personality, Ari loved mermaids and being at the ocean, a true mermaid at heart.

Even in all the smallest of things she would find joy.

She had an obsession with balloons and bubbles, playing dress up wearing her plastic princess heels, playing with her cousins, roaming around outside eating dirt, roaring like a dinosaur, and spending time with her dog Jax. If Ari was not inside watching Bluey episodes or watching every princess movie she loved being adventurous and to go exploring every chance she could. 

Her constant laughter and smile that would fill the room will definitely be missed but not forgotten as we will always continue to keep her memories alive. We never want this disease to define who Ari is, she was a strong, brave, courageous little girl who fought her battle until her last breath.

Ari is met in heaven by her beautiful sister Khloe Gloria; Uncles, Mario Jr. Salazar, Amador Salazar; Cousin, Israel Galindo; Grandma, Melody Gloria and Great Grandpa, Amador Salazar. 

Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Natalie Salazar and Hector Gloria; grandparents, Carol Salazar and Mario Salazar; great grandparents, Gus and Kay Constancio, Ubaldina Salazar, and Cruz de la Garza; aunts and uncles, Justin-Salazar, Isabella Salazar, Jorge and Veronica Reyes and family, and 

Cassandra De La Garza and family, and many cousins, great aunts and uncles.

Hector and Natalie would like to take this moment and say thank you to hospice of San Angelo, her neurologist and medical team, her social worker Patrica and Candy, her hospice nurse.

We would also like to thank the community who have been following our story with both of our girls, we truly do appreciate all the support with much love and sadness.

The Gloria Family.

Here lies a spirit, light and free, a mermaid girl of the deep blue sea.

Five years she danced, a joyful dream, besides coral castles, a vibrant gleam.

With fins of stardust, and eyes so bright, she chased the sun through ocean light.

A tiny siren, with songs untold, in waves of wonder, her story unfolds.

Though tides may turn, and oceans weep, her memory sleeps in the ocean deep.

A mermaid's daughter, forevermore, she swims in heavens, to distant shores.

A visitation for Ariahella will be held Monday, July 7, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Johnson's Funeral Home, 435 West Beauregard, San Angelo, TX 76903. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at The House Of Jireh, 1414 N Chadbourne St, San Angelo, TX 76903. A graveside service will occur Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Johnson's Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, 4989 FM Highway 1223, San Angelo, TX 76905. 

Serving as pallbearers are Justin Salazar, Jayden Salazar, George Reyes, George Morales, Junior Bedolla and Dustin Nguyen.

Gerald "Jerry" Patrick Dalton, 70, passed away in the early morning Thursday, June 19, 2025 in San Angelo.

A celebration of life service will be at a later date. Friends will be able to share the many stories of Jerry's life. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robert Massie Funeral Home.

Mr. Dalton was born February 2, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, to Floyd Carroll and Lola Irene Dalton. As a small child the family moved to Arlington, where Jerry and his father owned and operated a gas station for many years. Jerry changed careers and became a guard at the prison in Dalhart and later in Palestine. While in Dalhart he met through a blind date Mary Bollig, whom he married on April 15, 2020. Jerry was a resident of San Angelo with his wife, two beloved dogs, Snoopy, Gus, and some cats.

Jerry was well known and loved by the San Angelo community as he and Mary became small animal rehabbers. He raised orphaned animals mainly opossums and squirrels to be able to release back into nature. Jerry's joy was found in watching them be released to find their new home. Jerry loved spending time outdoors metal detecting.

Jerry loved fishing, wood working, and fixing things when they broke, especially for other people. He loved God, and in his own words Jerry said, " I won the fight of my life with the best coaches - Jesus Christ, my wife Mary, and MD Anderson Cancer Center." He wrote his biography, a booklet about his battle with melanoma which he survived, remaining cancer free for 25 years. It's called Melanoma, Then Why Am I Still Here "a biography of the luckiest most unlucky guy." Jerry said, "along with humor,I used it to help myself and others affected by cancer. God is with you. Ask Him for spiritual healing." He and his wife attended a home church with pastor Les Smith.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Dalton of the home; a niece, Karen Spann of Venus, Texas; and three great nephews, Michael, Douglas, and Daniel.

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 in 1953. Laurie graduated with honors from Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey, in 1963.

After military service, he married Annette Nixon in 1964. They moved to Coahuila, Mexico, where they introduced the Beefmaster breed and lived until 1972. Both of their children, Laurence M. “Lorenzo” Lasater, Jr., and Annette Isabel Lasater were born in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico.

In 1972, the Lasaters moved to San Angelo, where he founded and was chairman of Isa Cattle Co., Inc., which markets Beefmaster genetics worldwide.

Laurie authored four books: The Lasater Philosophy of Cattle Raising in 1972, which was published by The University of Texas-El Paso and is now in its 17th printing and translated into Spanish and Russian; Welcome to the New Cattle Industry; Tailwind Both Ways; and Great Cattlemen I Have Known.

A fourth-generation rancher, Laurie served as a director of Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and Nolan Ryan Beef. He also served as president of Foundation Beefmaster Association, and in 2000 he was honored as Beefmaster Breeders United’s Breeder of the Year. Laurie was inducted into the BBU Hall of Fame in 2016 and the Texas Heritage Hall of Honor in 2020 in recognition of his contributions to the state’s agricultural heritage.

In San Angelo, he served as elder of the First Presbyterian Church, chairman of the United Way Allocations Committee, and board president of the Samaritan Counseling Center.

Laurie is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Annette. He is survived by their son, Lorenzo, and his wife, Leslie, as well as their daughter, Isabel, and her husband, J.C. Hernandez. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Laurence M. “Watt” Lasater, III, and his wife, Addison; Beau Cameron Lasater and his wife, Paige; and Luke Laurence, Benjamin Lasater, and Sabella Ivy Hernandez; three great-grandchildren: Jaxon James and Elizabeth Wren Lasater and Emma Marie Lasater; and two of his siblings, Lane Lasater and Sally Lasater.

Although known for his many ranching accomplishments, “Dad L” was devoted to his family and cherished spending time with them. His larger-than-life persona touched many, and he will be deeply missed.

A combined memorial service for Laurie and Annette will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to the Beefmaster Educational Endowment Foundation (www.beefmasterfoundation.org) or the charity of your choice.

William Einstein Cobb, lovingly known as "Stein," peacefully transitioned from this life into eternal rest on June 30, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on December 11, 1951 in Hillsboro Texas. Stein graduated from Peabody High School in 1971, and in 1978 planted roots in San Angelo, Texas. On May 3, 1980, he married Dorethea Mayberry, and from their union, a daughter, Olivia, was born. He served in several professional roles, including the Texas Workforce Commission, the GAFB Community Club, and the San Angelo State School, retiring in 1991 after years of faithful service. He had a brilliant mind, and a passion for technology and scripture. He was known for his deep knowledge of the Bible, often spending time reading, meditating on, and reflecting on its meaning. Stein had a special connection to prayer - his words were never ordinary. He had a gift for speaking to God with a depth and uniqueness that always felt powerful and personal. He was an ordained minister and spent decades studying and teaching the Word of God. He was a proud member of Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ, where he served and worshipped for many years. Though he wore many titles - brother, uncle, father - it was "Papa" that lit up his world. He cherished his grandchildren and found boundless joy in his great-grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Olivia Cobb; grandchildren, DeMarcus Cobb (Arianna), Xavier DeWitt, and Anayishah Rizo (Cruz); and great-grandchildren, Amir Cobb, Anais Cobb, and Abigail Rizo. He also leaves behind his beloved sister, Verna Allen (Johnny); his former spouse and cherished friend, Dorethea Mayberry; and a host of nieces, nephews, and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ella Kate Henley and George Washington Cobb Sr.; his sisters, Helen Beaver and Lily Jackson; and his brother, George Cobb Jr. A memorial celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Harper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76904

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

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 ranch—a place that taught her resilience and stewardship. She was especially close to her younger brother, Theron Karman Weatherby, with whom she shared many childhood memories riding to and from town together for Reagan County schools and sports in their shared vehicle.

Following her love of art, Kay traveled to New York to attend art school before deciding to pursue a career in healthcare. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Angelo State University and worked as a medical technologist.

Kay was a remarkably talented artist. Her creativity knew no bounds—she painted, photographed, sculpted, and created beautiful, counted cross-stitch, intricate beaded jewelry, and many cherished rosaries she shared with friends.

In 1962 she married Sonny Becknell, and though they later divorced, they remained lifelong friends. In 1979, she married Buddy Ellis.

Kay was known for her generous spirit and deep love of community arts and music. She helped fund and support events and organizations such as the San Angelo Cowboy Gathering, Bluegrass Festival, Bluesfest, Rockin’ the Ranch, The Chicken Farm Art Center, and perhaps her favorites—the Lady in Blue Project and Heritage Park.

Music was central to her life. She rarely missed a jam session, often attending four or more each month, playing her keyboard and singing with friends. She especially loved hosting, welcoming musicians into her home for the 4th Monday jam each month. Kay also supported many musicians in advancing their careers, including Bernie Nelson, Case Hardin, Daniel Makins, KR Wood, and the Kin Faux band.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roberta Carr and Theron K. Weatherby; her husband, Buddy Ellis; her brothers, Johnnie Sim Weatherby (and his wife, Jo Weatherby) and Dr. Karman Weatherby (and his wife, Carolyn Weatherby); nephews Jay Sim Weatherby, Joe Dean Weatherby, Jeff Weatherby, and Dr. Jerry McCabe; her dear aunt, Mabel Carnes; and dear friends, James Basford, KR Wood, and her first husband, Sonny Becknell.

She leaves behind her beloved daughters, Brandi and husband John Young of San Angelo, and Margo Robin Gooding of Bremond, Texas. Her grandchildren include Brianne Brock (Jason) of Eldorado, Kylie Collins (Josh) of San Angelo, and Desiree de Jongh (Jacob) of College Station. She adored watching them and her great-grandchildren grow: Brason, Kane, Jett, and Sadie Brock; Jonah, Quinton, and Livi Collins; and William Harman.

Other family members remaining to cherish her memory include Buddy’s children and their families: Kimberly Rathmell Morgan, Wade Rathmell (Janice), Kipp Rathmell (Donna); as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families: Tim Weatherby (Claire), Jay Weatherby (Jana), Amy Hendrick (Cal), Kristin Valicek (Ed), Mike McCabe (Diana), Terry McCabe (Anna), Todd McCabe, and Cindy Weatherby and their families.

Also especially dear are Heather and RL Pond of Amarillo and their children Jaxton, Preslie, and Tru; Ortencia de Leon of Arlington; Stacey Asbill (Brandon) of Mason; and Marjorie Maloney (Paul) of Cypress.

Kay leaves behind many friends, including Margaret Nixon, Diane Secord, Lucia Driskell, Tammy Worley, Jay and Penny Johnson, Dwain and Vicky Morrison, and all the musicians she played with at the jam sessions and that she enjoyed supporting.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, July 3, from 5 – 7 p.m. at Haper Funeral Home, 2606 Southland Blvd., San Angelo, TX. The graveside service will take place Saturday, July 5, at 11 a.m. at Glen Rest Cemetery, 100 E Lake St., Big Lake, TX, with Lori Jo Thomas singing.

A Celebration of Life & Jam Session will be held Saturday, July 5, from 6 – 8 p.m. at San Angelo Cowboy Church, 4015 N. Chadbourne, San Angelo, TX. Rev. Jay Johnson will officiate, and the family welcomes you to share your memories.

Pallbearers for the service will be Tim Weatherby, Jay Weatherby, Brownie Fisher, Case Hardin, Bernie Nelson, Mike Truitt, and T. Gozney Thornton.

In honor of Kay’s generous spirit, memorial contributions may be made to any of her favorite causes: House of Faith, San Angelo Cowboy Church, or Emmanuel Episcopal School of the Arts. Supporting these organizations is a meaningful way to continue her legacy of caring and giving.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Hospice of San Angelo, Shannon Home Health, and her special friends and caregivers: Aurora Lozano, Daija, Rebeckah, Ciria, and Maria, for their compassionate care and support.

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

Roy Wayne Green, age 87, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away on Monday the 30th of June in San Angelo, Texas. Roy was born on July 24th, 1937, in San Angelo Texas.

Roy attended San Angelo Central High School and walked on the wild side where he rode bare back broncs for a short time. He married Margaret Bennett on January 12, 1958. Roy attended ASU and studied architecture. Roy served in the Army National Guard Reserves for over 10 years and was active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Upon returning to San Angelo, Mr. Green became a home builder for a short period. Always wanting a challenge, he started Aero Weapons, a government contracting business that he grew and ran with his wife Margaret for over 20 years. He soon got the “oil” bug and became an independent oil and gas producer. Being self-taught and hardworking, Roy survived the good and bad times of the oil/gas business always with a positive “can do” attitude. Roy Sr. was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, who was so proud of his family and what he had accomplished. Although a workaholic, he found and made the time for his family.

Whether making the rodeo circuit with Lisa, making handmade rubber band guns in the garage for Roy Jr. and all his friends or buying hamster after hamster for Vicki, he was there when it mattered.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Charles and Margaret (Jo) Green. Roy is survived by his wife Margaret, children Vicki Frazier and husband Bobby, Roy Green Jr. and husband Nick, Lisa Gonzales and husband Richard. Grandchildren Amber Almeida and husband Antone, Alex Gonzales, Max Gonzales and Apollo Gonzales and great grandsons Aaron Almeida, Ethan Avalos and preceded in death great granddaughter Abby Almeida. Also survived by two sister-in-law’s, Kay Long and Nelle Irvine as well as two cousins Gene and George Green from Austin.

Roy will be remembered for his unique, sometimes colorful sense of humor. His loud and commanding voice, his sometimes stretch of the truth and storytelling. He will be remembered as someone who worked hard and taught his children to do the same. A man that had his integrity and honor and whose word meant something. He cherished his friends and was always the perfect gentlemen. Roy loved to cook and was famous for his hot rolls and liked to have his dishes rated on a scale of 1-10. Roy was a 10 on our scale. A conservative man, but who was accepting, generous and giving and who had a heart the size of Texas. Roy struggled with Dementia in his later years, but his wit, charm and love shown through. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Melissa, Vivian, Maria & Clinton who provided loving home health care and support.

Friends are cordially invited to a celebration of life reception with the family on Wednesday 7/2/25 from 5pm-7pm at Harpers Funeral Home. Interment will be at Lawnhaven cemetery with military honors for family only on 7/3/25.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations to West Texas Boys Ranch, Alzheimer’s Association-San Angelo.

Donna Gay Gass Robison, 68 of San Angelo TX, passed away on June 27, 2025.

She was born on July 2, 1956 to Verda Mae Marks and Cecil Charles Gass in San Angelo Texas at Shannon Hospital. Donna attended Central High School and graduated in the class of 1974. Donna married Wesley Dale Robison in San Angelo on January 19th, 1974 and had 2 children.

After retiring from West Texas Utilities after 17 years she then attended Howard Junior College where she obtained her Business Associates degree and continued her career in Staffing and Patient Care Services at Shannon Hospital where she made wonderful memories and life long friends for 22 years. 

Donna was a proud member of the Class of 1974 Reunion Committee for Central High School for 4 decades and had a passion for family, gardening, bowling, Bunko, watching the birds play in the yard, helping others, and ultimate love for her animals.

Visitation will be held at Johnson’s Funeral Home on July 2nd from 6 PM to 8 PM. Celebration of Life will be held on July 10th at 2 PM in the Chapel of Johnson’s Funeral Home.

The family would like to thank The Hospice of San Angelo and the staff of Dianne Bass for their continued care and support in her last few weeks as well as her loving friends and coworkers at Shannon Hospital.

Donna was preceded in death by her mother Verda Mae, her father Cecil Charles, and her forever soul mate Wesley Dale Robison.

She is survived by her daughter Christa Robison Howard and husband Shane of Midland, son John Wesley Robison and fiancée Tricia Kinkade of Odessa; five grandchildren Tianna Rhae Farris, Jesse Ray Robison, Colby Shane Wesley Howard, Rheanna Nikole Robison, Chloe Lynn Howard; one great grandchild and best buddy Caiden Lee Farris; and her life long best friend Candis Rodgers Hicks.

“She leaves a void that will be impossible to fill.” She will always be remembered for her playful sense of humor, her unmeasurable love for her family and friends, and the strength she passed on to her family.

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die” – Thomas Campbell.