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Arnulfo Aguilar - May 01, 1943 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Arnulfo Robles Aguilar, 80 of San Angelo, Tx passed away Friday, March 15,2024. He was born May 1, 1943, to Ricardo Siller Aguilar and Dominga Robles de Aguilar, in Cristales, Coahuila Mexico. Survivors include his four children, Idolina Aguilar and significant other Agustin Romo, Alonzo Aguilar and wife Alanah, Aaron Aguilar and wife Virginia, Sandra Aguilar and significant other, Juan Martinez. Twelve grandchildren; Nellie Chavez, Malaki Aguilar, Sebastian Aguilar, Cattleya Martinez, Adiah Aguilar, Santiago Aguilar Dominguez, Celestina Martinez, Carmelo Martinez, Alejandro Romo, Damien Aguilar, Nahmi Aguilar, Kane Aguilar. His brother Ramiro Aguilar and wife. As well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Arnulfo was preceded in death by his parents; 5 brothers and 3 sisters. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to St. Gabriel’s Hospice and to Arbor Terrace Healthcare.

The family will receive friends and family from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas.

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Carolina Vargas - February 19, 1948 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Carolina Segoviano Vargas, age 76, took her last breath as she held her son Rodrigo Vargas Jr’s hand on March 10, 2024 in San Angelo, Texas. She was born on February 19, 1948 in Mexico. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Rodrigo Vargas Jr and Gamaliel Vargas, along with numerous granddaughters, grandsons, and great grandchildren who referred to her as their “Guela Bomba.” Also left behind are her brothers & sisters, whom she was all very close to. Carolina will be remembered for her never ending love, the quilts that she made, all of the lectures that she gave, and her staple to her everyday look.. her blackout sunshades. She will be missed deeply & dearly. This is not a goodbye, but see you later. We love you Guela! Padre Nuestro, que estás en el cielo, santificado sea to nombre; venga a nosotros tu reino;

hágase tu voluntad en la tierra como en el cielo. Danos hoy nuestro pan de cada día; perdona nuestras ofensas, como tambien nosotros perdonamos a los que nos ofenden;

No nos dejes caer en la tentación y líbranos del mal. Amén.

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James Wayne McLaughlin - February 14, 1961 - March 08, 2024

Departed: 03/08/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Mr. James Wayne McLaughlin, 63, of Sonora, Texas, passed away on March 8, 2024.

Arrangements are pending with Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 N Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas.

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Antonio "Tony" Ortiz - May 02, 1938 - February 22, 2024

Departed: 02/22/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Antonio "Tony" Gallegos Ortiz Sunrise May 2, 1938, Sunset February 22, 2024 Antonio was known for his mastery of Mexican Pastries and his cooking skills and if you ever had the pleasure to experience any of his pastries, you were sure to not soon forget them. He was also a lover of poetry and loved to recite poems by memory of some of his favorite poets from his native land, Mexico. Antonio lived 85 life-filled summers and had been a resident of San Angelo, Texas since 1973.  He was called home to his Heavenly Father after many years of dialysis, the race is finished.  His family is eternally grateful that the good Lord was merciful as he was blessed with a peaceful transition and loved ones were able to be present at his passing.  Our prayer to the Lord was that he allow him to come to Him in passing and be made whole

Antonio Gallegos Ortiz was born May 2, 1938, in San Martin de Hidalgo, Jalisco, Mexico to parents Juan Ortiz and Maria del Carmen Gallegos Ortiz whom he cherished and remembered fondly as only a dedicated son can love his parents.

Our father, Antonio, lived a humble life and often shared many memories of his adventures as a child and young man in his native land, Mexico, which he carried in his heart and never forgot.

Antonio was a great adventurer until meeting the love of his life, Lydia Ramos in 1967 in the Villadama neighborhood of Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico. They married 5 months later, on July 24, 1968.  Antonio and Lydia soon started their family, their children meant the world to them. Juan Ortiz and wife Brenda Cortez Ortiz, María del Carmen Ortiz, Diana Ortiz Tovar (deceased), Guadalupe Ortiz, partner Reymundo Leyva Grado Jr. and Ana María Ortiz.  Antonio is also survived by his sister, Maria del Refugio Espinoza.  He was also preceded in death by great-granddaughter, Aubrey Miranda.

Our family is filled with lots of love and will cherish wonderful memories, adventures, trials, and tribulations we were blessed to experience alongside our father Antonio. The stories are countless, not only with the immediate family but also with our extended family and our childhood friends, who are like family. Antonio was a man of few words but had a profoundly deep wisdom and freely shared that with his children and those who were a part of his life. He provided for his family faithfully and though he could be short on patience and had a short fuse at times he was great at making us laugh and laugh hard at that.

Antonio was super proud of becoming a grandfather. He loved all his grandchildren despite the language barrier, love does not allow that. As with his children, many memories were made that they can share for years to come. He was a father figure to most of his grandchildren and loved doing so and they were blessed with his wisdom and guidance, Jesús Tovar, fiance Ashley Monique Herrera, María de Jesús Tovar, Alyssa Elvena Hogue partner Alex Blackwell, Genesis Tovar, Ariana Elvena, fiancée Christopher Ynostrosa, Alexandrea Dayao, Juan Ángel Ortiz, Ayissa Ortiz. Mireya McNees and Sophia McNees.

Great grandchildren, Anthony Montoya, Carlos Jaime Tovar, Enrique Tovar, Noel Tovar, José Jaime Guerra III, Jesus Antonio Tovar, Donta Furlow-Jones, Antonio Jesús Tovar, Joaquinn Miranda, Pedro Miranda, Ember Diana Ynostrosa, Aayla Evelyn Grace Blackwell, Adelita Blackwell and a baby on the way, Nataliya Ortiz. Bonus great grandchildren Tristan Hogue, Taylor Hogue, Hernan Espinola, Osvaldo Espinola and Christopher Jeremiah Ynostrosa.

Antonio had an immense respect for nature and animals; the many stray cats he fed are testament to that. We had many pets of various kinds growing up. That is where we learned the deep respect for life. Our father was a lover of life of all kinds. Words used by his family to describe him are as follows: “fuerte” (strong), brave, provider, constant, compassionate, independent, humble, chill, and wise to name a few.

Antonio had many people in his life that were proud to call him not just “Tio” but “El Tio.”  His nieces and nephews he left behind in Mexico to whom he was a father figure before starting his own family, Lalo, Consuelo, Jaime, Roberto, Tito, Ricardo, Dani, Martin, Marcela, María del Carmen, Alberto, Guadalupe, María, María del Carmen García Espinoza, Gerardo, y Blanca to name a few.  I would be negligent to my father’s memory if I did not acknowledge them.

Antonio was a baker by trade and worked for several grocery store bakeries; Albertson's, H-E-B, and Azteca, all were blessed to have had him as an employee. He owned and operated several bakery shops of his own. Antonio made many friends during his time as a baker, and we have met many people who worked with him throughout the years that knew him as " Tony " and all shared what a character he was and how they loved working with him and sharing stories and laughs that made working well worth the while.

Antonio will hold a permanent light that shines eternally in the hearts of his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family and all who knew him.

Antonio was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Maria del Carmen Ortiz, his brother Pedro, his sisters Maria de Jesus (Yolanda) and Martha Ortiz. His most beloved daughter, Diana Ortiz Tovar. They are sure to be celebrating in God's Kingdom as we speak and will faithfully watch over us until we meet again.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas 76903 as well as on Sunday, February 25, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. led by Deacon Abel Fernandez.  A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 301 West 17th Street, San Angelo, Texas, with interment to follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, 4989 FM Hwy. 1223, San Angelo, Texas.

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Donna M. Kiser - October 08, 1960 - February 21, 2024

Departed: 02/21/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: The family of Donna M. Kiser, 63, of San Angelo, Texas, are saddened to announce her passing on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.  Donna was born in Amarillo, Texas on October 8, 1960, to Hubert Vance and Fern Maston.

Donna was a dedicated mother first and foremost.  She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them.  She especially loved preparing meals for family and friends.  Donna made friends everywhere she went, especially with her customers at Town & Country/Stripes.

Donna is the beloved mother of Jennifer Bankster, Jason Smith, Janet Smith and the sister to Debbie Mullins.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes Street., San Angelo, Texas.

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Dewayne Engstrom - November 20, 1962 - February 08, 2024

Departed: 02/08/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Dewayne Engstrom, 61, of Colorado City, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2024 in San Angelo, Texas.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 N Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas  76903.

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Tomas Moreno - November 26, 1962 - February 02, 2024

Departed: 02/02/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Tomas Moreno, 61, of San Angelo, Texas, went to be at rest on Friday, February 2, 2024, in San Angelo, Texas.  Tomas was born on November 26, 1962, in Rio Grande City, Texas to Tomas Moreno, Sr. and Rafaela Montoya Moreno.

Tomas will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Noelia Moreno, his brothers, Pedro Moreno, Martin Moreno, and Henry Moreno.  He will be fondly remembered by his sisters, Julia Martinez and Alicia Olague Moreno.

Tomas was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas and Rafaela Moreno.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned.

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Kwei Ying "Maria" Pitre - November 26, 1947 - January 28, 2024

Departed: 01/28/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Kwei Ying "Maria" Pitre, age 76, passed into eternal rest on January 28, 2024. Born on November 26, 1947, in Meinong District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, she lived a life emblematic of virtue, family devotion, and active community engagement.

Maria's legacy endures through her family: her husband of 51 years, Waven Pitre; her son, Kevin Pitre and his wife Angela; her daughter, Sharon Parker and her husband Robby Truelove; her treasured grandchildren, Tyra, Taylor, Keegan, Kyler, Kash, and Trinity; and her adored great-grandchildren, Apollo and Emrys. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved siblings.

Upon retiring from Ethicon Inc., Maria continued to enrich her life and those around her. She was a faithful member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, where she found profound peace and community. Her hobbies, which included Tai Chi and regular visits to the Station 618 Senior Center, were a reflection of her spirited approach to life and her commitment to well-being. Maria also loved shopping, taking pictures and cooking amongst her family and friends.

Maria was an avid supporter of all sports and took particular joy in celebrating the achievements of her children and grandchildren, whom she adored spoiling with her love and attention. Moreover, she was a proud United States citizen and loved her country.

A memorial service to honor Maria's life will be held at 2:00 pm on February 10, 2024, at Holy Angels Catholic Church, 2309 A & M, San Angelo, Texas. Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, located at 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas, is overseeing the arrangements.

In memory of Maria, a woman of grace and dignity, her family invites you to join them in commemorating a life that was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her. Her spirit will continue to guide and inspire, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of her loved ones.

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Miguel Caldera - November 01, 1960 - January 27, 2024

Departed: 01/27/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Miguel Caldera, 63, of San Angelo, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Arrangements are pending with Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 N Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas  76903  325-658-5995

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Reymundo Rocha III - April 27, 1970 - January 25, 2024

Departed: 01/25/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Reymundo Rocha III, of San Angelo, Texas.  Reymundo was the beloved son of Reymundo Rocha, Jr., and Mary Lou Velez Rocha.  He was born on April 27, 1970, in San Antonio, Texas, at the Ft. Sam Houston Hospital.

Reymundo graduated from Central High School, and after graduation, obtained his welding certification coupled with many other certifications.   Reymundo furthered his job skills by working as an apprentice electrician.   He also served as a volunteer fireman for the Sabine County Volunteer Fire Department.

Reymundo embodied the best of qualities: unconditional love, strength of spirit, and an unending generosity that could be seen in his care for his entire family and extended beyond his immediate family to encompass a wide network of loved ones.

The Rocha family celebrates a life rich in love, resilience, and profound impact on others and Reymundo’s final act of kindness was to give the gift of life through organ and tissue donation.

Reymundo leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his mother, Mary Lou Rocha, of San Angelo, Texas, his father Reymundo (Beverly) Rocha, Jr., of Spring, Texas, daughter, Naomi Tanguma, his brother James (Aphton) Rocha, his half-brother, Scott (Donna) Manning, half-sister, Melanie (Tony) Crochet as well as his significant other, Tanya L. Mitchell.

Reymundo will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Karizma, Serenity and Caleb Tanguma as well as his aunts, Josefa Rocha, Lillian Gonzales and uncle, Juan (Janie) Rocha and their daughters, Brianna, Serica and Marissa Rocha.

He will be fondly remembered by his cousins, John (Lisa) Fuentes, Teresa Goode, Rosie Lombrana, Manuel Ray Lombrana, Rosenda Valdez, Rafael Gonzales, Enrique Gonzales, Valentin Gonzales, and John (Lisa) Gutierrez, his nieces and nephews, Tori & Aaron Smith, Landry & Malakai Rocha, Artemis & Freya Smith, Alexandra & Mason Manning, Haley Wise.   Reymundo will also be remembered by his ex-brother-in-law Michael & Joanna Wise.

Reymundo was preceded in death by his cousin, John Ray Garcia and nephew Maverick Rocha and his beloved 4 legged companion “Cowboy”.

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Nichelle Dinez Murphy-Robinson - October 07, 1967 - January 20, 2024

Departed: 01/20/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Nichelle Dinez Murphy-Robinson.

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Nichelle Dinez Murphy-Robinson - October 07, 1967 - January 20, 2024

Departed: 01/20/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: It is with profound sadness that the family of Nichelle “Nikki Murphy” Robinson, age 56, announce her passing on Saturday, January 20, 2024.  Nikki was born in San Angelo, Texas on October 7, 1967, to Wesley Walker and Geraldine Murphy and blessed with a second mom, Bessie Sampson.

Nikki will be lovingly remembered by her children, Schuylor Reed (Jerris), Jarrett Murphy, and I’Rosha Suiters.  And fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Yazchia, Yaniyah, Keyana, Imunique, Jocobie and Heaven-Leigh.  Nikki will be lovingly remembered by her siblings, Leron Patton (Shana), Rhonda Malloy, Mildred DeWitt, Harvey DeWitt (Lisa), Doll Johness (Rosdale), her bonus sister, Angela Lewis as well as a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Nikki was preceded in death by her grandmother, Inez Murphy, her parents, Wesley Walker and Geraldine Murphy, her brother David DeWitt, stepmother, Evelyn Walker, her husband Ronald Robinson, and baby girl, Twlia Boalts.

Nikki had a heart of gold and an instinct for caring.  She loved her children and grandchildren and her niece and nephew, Bianca and Sirron, held a special place in her heart.  Nikki was a strong-willed woman who cared with great compassion for those who crossed her path, may we all carry Nikki’s legacy in our hearts and let her love continue to inspire and guide us.

The family will receive friends on Monday, January 29, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas.

A Celebration of Nikki’s life and the love her family has for her is planned for Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at 12:00 Noon, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas.

A Repass will follow the Memorial Service at LaQuinta Conference Center, 2307 West Loop 306, San Angelo, Texas, from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for friends and family to come together and share memories of Nikki and support and comfort one another.

And Jesus took his own hand and wiped away her tears, And he smoothed the furrows from her face, And the angels sang a little song, And Jesus rocked her in his arms, And kept a-saying: Take your rest, Take your rest.

Weep not--weep not, She is not dead; She's resting in the bosom of Jesus. James Weldon Johnson

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Eloy Parra Retana - June 25, 1951 - January 16, 2024

Departed: 01/16/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Eloy Parra Retana, 72, of San Angelo, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Eloy was born in Durango, Durango, Mexico to Bernardo Retana and Antonia Parra Retana on June 25, 1951.  Eloy is survived by his wife, Anita Retana as well as his son Alvin Perez and three daughters, Antonia "Toni" Pedroza, Raquel Ingram and Melody Ramirez.  Other survivors include his grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends and relatives from 3:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes Street., San Angelo, Texas, with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m.

Eloy Parras Retana nació el 25 de junio de 1951 en Durango, Durango, México. Falleció el 16 de enero de 2024. Le sobreviven sus esposa, Anita Retana, iqual su hijo, Alvin Perez y sus hijas, Antonia "Toni" Pedroza, Raquel Ingram and Melody Ramirez.

Los invitamos a todos a celebrar la vida de Eloy el jueves, 25 de enero 2024 en la capilla Gutierrez Funeral Chapels de las 3 de la tarde hasta las 9 de la noche igual un servicio de oracion a las 7 de la noche .  Siéntase en la libertad de enviar las condolencias a la familia, en nuestro Website: Gutierrez funeralchapels@yahoo.com.

Siempre será recordado y amado por todos sus familiares y amigos.

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Margarita "Maggie" Abalos Jacobo - February 06, 1940 - January 15, 2024

Departed: 01/15/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Margarita Abalos Jacobo (Aunt Maggie) peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, January 15, 2024,

Maggie was born in Rankin, Texas on February 6, 1940, to Francisco Abalos and Margarita Barrera Abalos. She married Benito Montez Jacobo on September 16, 1964.  Maggie leaves her loving memories to be cherished by her husband, Benito Jacobo and her children, Benito Jacobo Jr., Elizabeth Ann Jacobo and David Jacobo (Laura Portwood Cuellar).  She will lovingly be remembered by her grandchildren Benito Jacobo III (Trey) and Matthew Jacobo.  Maggie rejoins her loved ones, Willie Abalos, Juan Abalos, Pepe Abalos, Manuela Gonzales, Emilia Gonzales, Felicita Gonzales, Juanita Robles, Aurora Stephens, and her parents.  She will be fondly remembered by her brothers, Selso Abalos, of Winnie, Texas and Manuel Abalos of Robert Lee, Texas, and her sisters, Maria Gonzales of El Paso, Texas, Alejandra Purcell of Lancaster, Ohio. She will also be remembered by Conrad Rocha, Krislyn Rocha, and Rueben Rocha.

Maggie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She was a hard worker and you never saw her sitting around because there was always work to be done.   She loved preparing meals and especially baking for family, church and for many functions that involved family and friends.  Her friends and family benefitted from her home cooked meals. In addition to her abilities in the kitchen, Maggie possessed many other talents including upholstery, sewing, and crocheting.  Maggie’s home was always open to family and friends alike and her numerous nieces and nephews were welcomed with open arms and a plate of home cooking.   Maggie shared many recipes with anyone who asked and would eagerly guide those who wanted to learn to cook.  Maggie was also special to many college students who appreciated a plate of her delicious meals and her words of wisdom.

Maggie spent many years preparing homemade tamales as a member of the Guadalupanas to raise funds for their varied functions.

Maggie’s grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she took great pleasure spending time with them and watching as they matured into young productive adults.  Her best moments were when she prepared their favorite meals and then playing board games afterwards.

In 1990 Maggie and Benito began a venture for her passion of cooking and baking.  They opened a restaurant and named it “Aunt Maggie’s Kitchen”.  Her cooking brought many customers to their place for over 30 years.  They made many lifelong friends during those years. The highlight of a meal at Aunt Maggie’s Kitchen was the surprise dessert after your meal.  She loved baking cakes and pies during the week and who could resist her empanadas on Sundays.

Mom will be dearly missed.  She will be in our hearts, and we will always remember how much she loved us.  Her fighting spirit, fierce love, and tender concern for those around her will be dearly missed.

Your presence is welcome on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas from 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a Liturgical Service and the Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in memory of Maggie on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Church of the Sacred Heart, 20 East Beauregard, San Angelo, Texas, Msgr. Bernard Gully, presiding.  Interment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 1501 West Ave. “N”, San Angelo, Texas.

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Carmen Rodriguez - July 16, 1932 - January 08, 2024

Departed: 01/08/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, grandfather and great grandfather, Carmen Rodriguez, age 91.   He passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Hendrick Medical Center, Abilene, Texas.  Carmen was a resident of San Angelo, Texas for many years before moving to Kenner, Louisiana where he worked as a tire technician with Schwegman, Inc. Tires and retired after twenty (20) years of service.  He made his way back to Texas and made Abilene, Texas his home.

Carmen was born to Pedro and Petra Rodriguez on July 16, 1932, in Houston, Texas.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Petra Rodríguez, his siblings, Antonia Reyna, Carlota García, Petra Lucio, Flavia Ornelas, Cipriano Rodríguez, Ramon Rodríguez, Salome Rodríguez.

Carmen is survived by his wife of 56 years, Andrea Rodriguez, and his children, Roy Rodriguez, Sr., Nancy R. Valdez, Esmeralda Arambula (husband Tony), as well as his stepchildren, Pedro Rocha (wife Diane), Sandra Delacruz (husband Larry) and Toni Samaripa.  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Carrie Mijares (husband Charlie), Roy Rodriguez (wife Letty), Joseph Rodriguez, Joey Asevedo (wife Alice), Andrew Arambula (wife Monica), Tony Arambula, Jr. (wife Yvette), Matthew Arambula, his step grandchildren, Mark Asevedo (wife Jennifer), Dion Rodriguez (wife Mechell), Eddie Ray Delacruz (wife Esme), Robert Gonzales (wife Heather), Diane Gaitan, A.J. Rubio (wife Joanne), Marcus Rubio. Carmen is also survived by many great grandchildren.

Serving as Pallbearers are Roy Rodriguez, Jr., Joseph Rodriguez, Dion Rodriguez, Mark Asevedo, Joey Asevedo and A. J. Asevedo.  Honorary Pallbearers are Tony Arambula, Andrew Arambula and Eddie Delacruz.

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Jorge Armando Diego - Siller - June 26, 1956 - January 07, 2024

Departed: 01/07/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Con un dolor profundo, la familia anuncia el fallecimiento de nuestro amado esposo y padre, Jorge Armando Siller Diego, de quien partió de este mundo el 7 de enero de 2024.  Armando dejó una huella imborrable y de mucho amor en la vida de quienes lo conocieron. Su sonrisa hermosa siempre nos recordará la importancia del amor, la generosidad y la alegría.  Siempre lo recordaremos por su gran corazón y por todo el amor que le tenía a sus familiares y a todos los que lo rodeaban, en especial su esposa, hijos, hermanos, y sobrinos. También, lo recordaremos por sus pasiones: su tractor John Deere.  Su legado perdurará en nuestros corazones, inspirándonos a vivir con la misma pasión y bondad que él demostró a lo largo de su vida. Descansa en paz Jorge, siempre estarás presente en nuestras vidas y te recordaremos por tu amor infinito hacia nosotros. Te amamos por siempre.

Servicio de velatorio será el miércoles, 10 de enero de 2024 comenzando a las 3:00 p.m.  – 9:00 p.m. Servicio religioso se celebrará en la misma capilla miércoles 10 de enero, 2024 a las 6:00 pm. Siéntase en la libertad de enviar las condolencias a la familia, en nuestro Website: gutierrezfuneralchapels@yahoo.com

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Jorge Armando Siller Diego, our beloved husband and father, on Sunday, January 7, 2024, Jorge was born to Oscar Diego and Micaela Siller Diego, on June 26, 1956, in Cd. Acuna, Coahuila, Mexico.  Jorge will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Patricia Diego, and his sons, Jorge Diego and Armando Diego (wife Raquel Diego).  His memories will be held close by his sisters, Juanita Diego, Silvia Rodriguez (husband Juan Pablo Rodriguez) and his brother, Jesus Rivera (wife Dora Fuentes).

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a Liturgical Service at 6:00 p.m.

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Frances Lucille LaComb - August 10, 1937 - January 05, 2024

Departed: 01/05/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Frances Lucille Kiser LaComb, age 86, peacefully passed away on January 5, 2024, at her residence in San Angelo, TX surrounded by her loving family. After a 10-year battle with vascular dementia. She was born on August 10, 1937, to Edgar and Vada Carroll in Lampasas, Texas.   She grew up in Lampasas, Texas along with 8 siblings, which she was the oldest. She helped raise her brothers and sisters at a very young age. She loved to tell stories about growing up in a different time. She often told a story about her grandfather giving her 25 cents to go to the movies and get a drink, popcorn, and gum and still have money left over.  She married Art Gayton and moved to Ravenna, Ohio for a short while, where she learned her famous Date Nut cake recipe that has now been passed on for generations. She moved back to Texas where she met and married Thomas Kiser. Where she raised a blended family of seven. Later in life she married Platt LaComb.  She was ready to help anyone that was in need. She always had an open door. In Waco she would put on a pot of beans and most of the neighborhood kids wanted a bowl of her beans, fried potatoes, and cornbread.  Frances was an amazing bowler. She won the city Champion Tournament in 1976, making her a City Champ. She was a proud member of the 600 club. She travelled to Denver, Colorado on numerous occasions for bowling tournaments. She loved to embroidery, watch soap operas, Jeopardy and on Saturdays was for bowling on TV. She was a fierce domino player where she could tell what you had in your hand.  When she wasn't a homemaker, she worked at San Angelo State School, did tire-testing and later worked at River Crest Hospital from where she retired.  She found the biggest joy in all her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.   Frances is survived by her sister Sue and Larry Carmack of Taylor., her children Arthur and Sally Kiser, Curtis Kiser, Becky Kiser, Charlene Kiser McDonald, Glenda Kiser and George Brashear all of San Angelo. Tommy Kiser, Melody Kiser, Keith and Pam Kiser.

Other survivors include her grandchildren are Shayna Bingham, Beau and Michelle Kiser, Amanda and Freddy San Miguel, Melissa and Jason Rivera, Darcey Polini and Jacob Young, Eric and Arianna Murff, Allyson and Monseis Fuentez.  Great Grandchildren Zach Bingham, Haleigh Bingham, Bryce and Courtney Kiser, Christian Kiser, Coldon Kiser, Anthony Wilson and Megan Magallan, Jazlyn Fearn, Jaymison and Taliyah Rivera, Ethan Rivera, Bella Murff, Austin Murff, Olivia Fuentez and Xavier Fuentez and her great great-grandchildren Liam, Taytum, Beckham, Alexander, Kennedy.  She is preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Vada Carroll. daughter Charlotte Ann Gayton, siblings, Wanda Kneath, Sonny Carroll, Mary Ann Anderson, Barbara Hampton, Foley Carroll and Miky Carroll.  The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Melissa (Missy) Rivera and her family for all the love, dedication, and sacrifice she gave to her grandmother as her caregiver the last 10 years. They would also like to thank the staff at St Garbriel's Hospice.

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Rodrigo Hernandez - September 24, 1932 - January 05, 2024

Departed: 01/05/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: We are sad to announce the passing of Rodrigo Ruiz Hernandez, age 91, of San Angelo Texas, on Friday, January 5, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. Rodrigo was born to Jose Hernandez and Petra Hernandez on September 24,1932 in Medina County.

Rodrigo started working at a very young age in farming and made it his career. Rodrigo would share that there was nothing better in this world than to feel the breeze, the sun and the gentle rains. He would say that on a hot humid day you really can hear the corn grow.  Walk in the field and you will hear it crackle.  At night if you look to the sky, you will see the lights of heaven shining through the stars, He enjoyed what God has given us.

He met and married his beautiful wife, Maria E. Perez, in Devine Texas.  Together they raised three daughters and one son.

Rodrigo will be lovingly remembered by his children, Juanita Ramirez and husband Steve, Lillie Landin and husband Raul, Julie Hernandez and Samuel Hernandez. His memories will be cherished by his grandchildren, Elizabeth Mathews, Joe Landin husband Ben, Crystal Jimenez and husband Habram, Cynthia Munoz and husband Rodolfo, Clara Hernandez and husband Mario, Ada Juarez and wife Alexis, Maya Hernandez and husband Cesar, Jesenia Hernandez, Xavier Hernandez as well as his ten (10) great-grandchildren.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes Street. San Angelo Texas, from 3:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. with a Prayer service at 6:30 p.m.

A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes, San Angelo, Texas at 10:00 a.m.

Every Farmer puts his land to rest for the winter.  On springs horizon, it is brought back to life. God has put His farmer to rest and with a spring in his step, a corn stalk in his hand, he walks the horizon to a new life. Rodrigo will be laid to rest at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, following the funeral service. Pallbearers Joe Landin, Xavier Hernandez, Andres Landin, Mario Reyes, Rodolfo Munoz, Habram Jimenez

Gutierrez Funeral Chapels is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Joe David Flores - September 17, 1966 - January 03, 2024

Departed: 01/03/2024 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Joe David Flores, 57, of Temple, Texas and formerly of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2024 in Temple, Texas.

Survivors include his wife Yvette Z Flores of Temple, Texas and his mother, Romelia Rust of Robert Lee, Texas.

There are no services planned at this time.

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Maria Rosaura Murillo - October 07, 1939 - December 30, 2023

Departed: 12/30/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Mrs. Maria Rosaura Murillo, 84, of San Angelo, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Survivors include her children, Homar Murillo, Juan Antonio Murillo, Jesus Murillo, Martin Murillo, Sonia Murillo, Hervey Murillo, Mario Murillo and Lorena Rey-Murillo.  Other survivors include a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Viewing will be on Monday, January 1, 2024, starting at 3:00 p.m. at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes Street, San Angelo, Texas with the Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m.  Interment will follow on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, in Vieja Palestina, Coahuila, Mexico at 4:00 p.m. "Que dios la tenga en su santo reino -   No debemos llorar por aquellos que Dios ha bendecido y que comparten con el en el paraiso."

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Ishma Angel Deon Parker - April 18, 2007 - December 30, 2023

Departed: 12/30/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Little Ishma Parker Little Ishma Parker enjoyed playing video games,

And making us laugh until we had stomach pains. To catch him with a smile on his face was rare,

Because hunni… Little Ishma was too cool for that there. So, we caught our wins wherever we could,

And we accepted his tough exterior as we should. He would take toys apart at a very young age,

And put them back together… like turning a page. As he got older the toys became somewhat large,

And we prayed all the time… that God be in charge. This little boy began to drag home things with engines,

And we secretly prayed it be no more than a nest of pigeons. But ohhh no Little Ishma Parker made that dirt bike run,

And off he went in the hot scorching sun. After that broke down, we were happy as could be, we were happily humming, Well low and behold he drag home a big old busted up, broke down, ugly motorcycle… wow, didn’t see that coming!!! We secretly laughed, ain’t no way he’ll fix that big beat up, old piece of junk from out of space,

By no way were we being mean… we just wanted him safe. Well after days of banging, tapping, knocking, and all that stuff,

Again, he got it going like it was built Ford tough. OMG, we were all so happy when that too fell apart,

We could breathe, again it eased our hearts. But many many months after that something larger came in to play,

It was the infamous red car Little Ishma Parker bought home one day. We hadn’t seen the red car Little Ishma Parker spoke of everyday,

But he’d go check on it wherever it was… that car was his shine of ray. He was determined to buy it and he did just that you guys,

And he loved, loved, loved that red car, it became the glimmer in his eye. Very short lived as it apparently was,

His newly bought car became the buzz. However, Little Ishma Parker was taken by the hand,

And led to a different path… where the streets are gold, as is the sand. Oh God!!! Where am I, what have I done,

You’ve done nothing…. You’ve found your way home my son. You see I allowed you to enjoy life there on earthly grounds,

Now you’re in My house where you can quiet the sounds. So many voices and brain just working overtime,

Relax My son… for you were always mine. No more aimless wondering, no more this, no more that, Look, there’s a 67 beat up chevy…. Why don’t you restore it back? Wow, yes… God can I really work on that car???

Of course, My Child… you’ve traveled this far. Oh, but wait God I forgot to tell everybody bye,

My mom, dad, sister, and little brother who’s the apple of my eye. Mom, Dad, please forgive me for making you worry and putting you through so much pain,

But I had no idea, what happened needed to happen… So, God could do his thang. Which was to save me from a world of chaos and mind going 24/7,

The only way to do that was to get me here to Heaven. J’Malachi, I’m sorry little brother that I scared you all the time,

And you can change the room around if you want to… I really don’t mind. Up here my room is so big Malachi, I could drive a hummer up here,

Don’t be sad little brother… I’ll always be near. Divine, Little Sis, I’m sorry things turned out this way,

But save those tears for some other day. Only one can understand the beauty of my flight,

See ya’ll on the other side family… so long and goodnight.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 11, 2024, from 6:00 pm till 8:00 pm at Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 North Oakes Street, San Angelo, Texas. Funeral Services will be Friday, January 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church, 1011 Martin Luther King, San Angelo, Texas.  Arrangements are under the care and direction of Gutierrez Funeral Chapels.

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Ananias Cuellar - August 12, 1967 - December 26, 2023

Departed: 12/26/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Ananias “Junior” Cuellar, also known as Noonie, 56 years old, passed away in San Angelo on December 26, 2023.

Ananias was a friend and a ray of light to many. He could always make you laugh and would do anything for anybody. He had a heart of pure gold. He was always a brother you could count on. No matter what he had going on he would drop it in a heartbeat to help when needed. He was known to many from his amazing service when he worked at Ricardos and worked many years at Henry's restaurant. He will be truly missed by many.

Ananias was preceded in death by his mother Esmeralda Cuellar, Grandparents Hilaria and Benito Cuellar, and Alicia and Paul Chavez. Along with Uncles and Aunts.

Ananias was survived by his father Ananias Cuellar Sr. His brothers Jeffrey and spouse Layne Jewell-Cuellar, Micheal Cuellar, and sister Liza and spouse Jesse Ponce, his special nieces Alicia and spouse Danny Flores, Hilaria and spouse Albert Lujan, and Clarissa Ponce.  Along with numerous great nieces and nephews. He was also survived by his loving aunts and cousins. “I know that's right!”- Ananias Cuellar

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 N Oakes St. San Angelo, Texas  76903 and the Gutierrez family.

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Norma Narviz - October 24, 1960 - December 23, 2023

Departed: 12/23/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: All the words you’d use to describe a good mother—that’s who Norma Lee Narviz was. She was a nurturer who loved to feed and care for others. She was a selfless giver who put the needs of others above her own. And she loved unconditionally, no matter who you were or where life had taken you.

Norma was born on October 24, 1960 in San Angelo, Texas to Maria de Jesus Esparza and Macario Liserio Zapata, Jr. Her childhood was cut short after her mother passed when she was just 13 years old, leaving her to help raise her brother and sisters—Edward Zapata, Irene Torres, Peggy Holcomb, and Liz Zapata. She also had an older half brother, Armando Melgoza.

Norma met Jessie Narviz, the man she would spend the rest of her life with, when they were both teenagers. She was immediately drawn to him because he was fit and tall (though she would later learn that it was just his high-soled shoes), and he was drawn to her wit and beauty. They got married on May 31, 1975, Jessie joined the Marines, and they escaped to North Carolina to start their lives together.

In 1980, their first daughter Ivett Narviz Ramirez was born, and Norma was back in mom mode. Their next base assignment led them to California in 1984 where they had their first and only son, Anthony “AJ” Narviz. Norma’s worries about her father made her more and more homesick, so they moved back to San Angelo and bought a small house. Then in 1992, her youngest daughter Jennifer Narviz Jones made her appearance—her “miracle baby” as she called her.

Norma went back to school at Howard for her Associate’s degree, and then got her Bachelor’s degree from Angelo State University. Her passion for caring for others led her into teaching, then into CPS case work until she retired.

Norma may not have been a deeply religious woman, but she was a spiritual one. She believed that if you dropped a spoon or fork on the floor, you better step on it because an unexpected visitor was coming. She believed watching scary movies brought those spirits into your home. And she believed that karma would always come back to you.

Besides her children, she fiercely loved her grandchildren: Daniel Narviz, Yvanna Narviz, Tristan Narviz, Nathan Palos, Cadence Palos, and Aiden Narviz. She also loved her nephew Aaron Holcomb, daughter-in-law Crystal Narviz, and sons-in-law Ren Jones and Joey Ramirez like they were one of her own kids. She had many friends, but her best friends were Shannon Zuniga, Rhonda Varney, and Mandy Archer.

Norma also loved to dance. Before her legs failed her, she could spend the whole night on the dance floor, which she and Jessie often did when they were younger. A few nights before she passed, she appeared in her daughter Ivett’s dream. In it, she jumped out of her hospice bed, danced with joy, and said not to be sad or worried–she could dance again.

Norma cumbia’ed into the night sky around 10:24 p.m. on December 23, 2023 at the Sterling County Nursing Home. Her family would like to give a special thank you to her nurses at Shannon hospital who Norma described as being “like family,” and to the nurses at Sterling County Nursing Home who helped make her final days as joyful and comfortable as possible.

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Jane R. Mendez - October 22, 1939 - December 10, 2023

Departed: 12/10/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: Janie Mendez, 84, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away on December 10, 2023. Services are pending with Gutierrez Funeral Chapels, 1002 N Oakes St., San Angelo, Texas  76903.   325.658.5995

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Oscar Samaripa - August 13, 1954 - December 09, 2023

Departed: 12/09/2023 (San Angelo)

Obituary Preview: The Lord spoke to the heavy hearts that stood with hats in hand, and said I needed one more cowboy and Oscar fit right in.  Oscar passed from this life on Saturday, December 9, 2023, in San Angelo, Texas.  His days in the saddle are done.

Oscar was born on August 13, 1954, to Cecil Samaripa and Cruz Martinez Samaripa in San Angelo, Texas.

There is nothing quite like the bond between a horse and his rider. It defined who Oscar was and putting that love and feeling into words is difficult, especially when someone has never had that bond.  Oscar loved his horses and the touch of a warm nose on him always brought a smile and the thunder of his hooves as they rode through the shoot during roping events.  In addition to his love of horses and roping, Oscar excelled in the sport of baseball, having played for the Central High School baseball team as well as for the Southside Lions.

Oscar will be forever loved and forever remembered by his son, Oscar Samaripa, Jr. and wife, Gladys, as well as his sister, Irma S. Jaques.  He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Omar Samaripa, and Oliana Samaripa.  Oscar was predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Cruz Samaripa and brother, Cecil Samaripa, Jr.

Oscar’s fighting spirit, fierce love for horses and roping, and concern for those around him will be dearly missed and his friends stand with hats in hands to bid him fond goodbyes.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned.

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What is an obituary?

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