Arnold, Jayde Layne

Jayde Layne Arnold, of Midland, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, November 24, 2006 following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born March 26, 1972 in Fort Worth, Texas, Jayde was raised and educated in Midland, Texas. A 1991 graduate of Lee High School, he attended Texas State Technical College in Waco and Sweetwater with specialization in automotive technologies. Jayde enjoyed snow skiing, automotive work, quail hunting, and spending time with his children, family and friends. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Midland. Jayde will be remembered for having such a loving heart.

He was preceded in death by a son, Cortlyn Jayde Arnold, grandparents, Joe and Wilma Arnold, and grandmother, Earline Rogers.

Jayde is survived by his daughters, Charmynee and Ariel Arnold, both of Tarzan, TX; and Hailey Arnold of Midland, TX; mother, Suzy Arnold of Midland, TX; father, Jim Arnold of Lubbock, TX; grandfather, Hap Rogers of Tulia, TX; sisters, Jai Ja Arnold-White of Midland, TX; Shai McMorries and her husband, Vance, of Tarzan, TX; nieces, Jesika White of Midland, TX; and Kinley McMorries of Tarzan, TX.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, November 26, 2006 between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 27, 2006 at First Baptist Church with Dr. Gary Dyer officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Matt Wallace, Paul Chalfant, Kevin Ison, Scott Thomas, Lance Cross, and Tim Kirby. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Gifts of Hope, c/o Allison Cancer Center, 301, North 'N' St., Midland, Texas 79701 or Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 11/25/2006 - 11/26/2006.
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Colley Jr., Troy

Troy Colley Jr., 78, died. Services pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Dulaney, Richard Key

Richard Key Dulaney, 55, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Nov. 22.

Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 10th and Lamar streets. The Rev. Dr. R. William Dickson, rector of the church, will officiate. Burial will follow committal prayers at 1 p.m. Monday.

His family will receive friends in Moncrief Hall at the church, immediately following the memorial service.

In lieu of usual remembrances, consideration of contributions in memory of Richard are suggested to the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, 3901 S. Hulen St., Fort Worth 76109; Hillcrest School, 3510 North A, Building C, Midland 79705; or to a charity of choice.

He was born in Harlingen Sept. 13, 1951.

He served in the Air Force.

He married Lyn Smith Sept. 3, 1977.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Otto Dulaney Jr.; a daughter, Hallie Elizabeth; and his sister, Marie Key Dulaney Pullen.

Survivors include his wife, Lyn Smith Dulaney; daughters, Mary Louise and Sally Virginia; son, Paul Richard; mother, Rae Key Ferrell, all of Fort Worth; sister, Nancy Key Goldring of Litchfield, Conn.; several aunts; six nieces; and four nephews.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Hicks, Monette S.

A Midlander for 58 years, Monette Sewell Hicks died on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 after a lengthy illness.

Monette was born on October 21, 1916 in Wichita Falls to Davis B. and Eva M. Sewell. She married Paul Hicks on December 26, 1936. They lived in Wichita Falls and moved to Midland in 1948. In boom time, post-war Midland, they opened the Craver-Hicks Janitor Supply Co. which later became the Paul Hicks Co. She was preceded in death by her husband.

As a life-long Methodist, Monette was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls and First United Methodist Church of Midland where she was a member of the Boone Bible Sunday School Class. She was a dedicated member of the Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary where she logged countless hours of service. Monette enjoyed her weekly golf game with her friends and her membership in the Ranchland Hills Ladies Golf Association. She also actively supported the various PTA's while her children were in school.

An avid sports fan her entire life, Monette amazed her grandchildren with her set shot and the tight spiral she could throw well into her 80's. Her competitive spirit was demonstrated almost daily as she usually won the family battle for the sports page. A great fan of Arnold Palmer, the Dodgers and the Longhorns, her grandchildren often remarked that no one else had a MiMi who watched every football game on TV.

Monette is survived by daughter Gloria Lambert and husband LaDoyce of Odessa, son Jim Hicks and wife Linda of Midland, daughter Jann Bash and husband Vincent of Midland, sister, Nancille Willis of Austin, and grandchildren, Amy Lambert, Katherine Bash, David Bash, Sarah Hicks and Robert Hicks. She is also survived by her two nieces, Carol Reynolds of Austin and Lynette Weisheit of Dallas.

Monette's family wishes to thank the dedicated and wonderful caregivers of the Red Rose Christian Home who took such loving care of their mother and grandmother, day in and day out for over five years as her health declined. Thanks also go out to Home Hospice for their care of Monette in her final days.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 27, 2006 at Resthaven Memorial Park, following which the family will receive friends in the Parlor at First United Methodist Church between 11:30 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial to the Paul Hicks Scholarship Fund at First United Methodist Church, 300 N. Main St., Midland, Texas 79701.
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Hillin Jr., Hubert

Hubert "Jiggs" Hillin Jr., 88, of Midland, died Friday, Nov. 24, at the Hospice/Midland Inpatient Unit.

He was born Sept. 9, 1918 to Hubert, Sr. and Jesse Hillin in Pine Hill. He married Juanita on Sept. 30,1943 in El Paso. She preceded Hubert in death Oct. 21, 1999.

He was a member of the Iago Federated Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Mary Tellinghuisen of Midland; a son, Jim Hillin of Copperas Cove; one granddaughter and one grandson.

He was also preceded in death by one grandson, Travis Tellinghuisen.

The family suggest memorials be made to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Martinez Jr., Nile

KERMIT -- Nile Martinez Jr., 61, died Friday, Nov. 24, at his home in Kermit. He was born Aug. 19, 1945 in Eden. He served was a U.S. Army veteran.

Survivors include, his wife, Maria Rodriguez of Kermit; one son, Nile Martinez, III of Monahans; one brother, Roy Martinez of Carlsbad, N.M., three sisters, Alvarada Saldavar of Austin, Angelina Aguirre of Amarillo, and Stella Acosta of Lubbock and three grandchildren.

Services will be two rosaries, at 7 p.m. today, Nov. 26 and 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, at Family Service Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial take place 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kermit with Father Rudy Lacerna officiating. Interment will follow at Kermit Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Family Services Funeral Parlor.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Phipps, Marie Turner

Marie Turner Phipps, 84, passed away November 22, 2006. She was a retired LVN.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Oscar Turner and Verne Phipps; daughters, Leann Pearson, Lanue Gordon and grandson Jimmy Pearson.

She is survived by her son, Jim Turner; one sister, Louise Sewitsky; four granddaughters; one grandson and 11 great-grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 3 p.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland.
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Revering, Nancy Snyder

Nancy Snyder Revering passed away in Christopher House in Austin, Texas, on Friday, November 17, 2006. She was born in Ashland, Kentucky, May 29, 1963. Nancy moved to Midland, Texas with her family in July of 1970 and graduated from Lee High School in 1981. She attended the University of Texas in Austin where she received her Bachelor's Degree in 1985. Nancy remained in Austin after graduation and began her working career with National Instruments. She then made a change to doing contract work for IBM Corporation. After leaving IBM due to downsizing, she went to work for Encore Industries where she became an Associate Director and remained with that company until her death.

A memorial service was held in her honor at Weed-Corley-Fish Chapel on Monday, November 20, 2006.

Nancy is survived by her parents, Sandy and Larry Snyder of Midland, her children, Sarah and Ryan Revering of Cedar Park, Texas; her sisters, Sharon Snyder of St. Louis, Missouri, Laura Mayes and her husband Steve and daughter, Bethany of Tyler, Texas; her paternal grandmother, Altha Snyder of Athens, Ohio and several aunts, uncles, and cousins in Ohio, New York, and California.

Donations in her memory may be made to Christopher House, Austin Hospice, 2820 East MLK Jr., Blvd, Austin, Texas 78706.
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Sanchez, Dominga

ODESSA -- Dominga Sanchez, 86 of Odessa, died Thursday, Nov. 23, at her home in Odessa.

Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Monday at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapel, 1040 S. Dixie Blvd., Odessa.

Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Odessa.

Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels & Crematory of Odessa.

Mrs. Sanchez was born in Benjamin.

She is survived by four sons, Joe Sanchez of Odessa, Frank Sanchez of St. Paul, Minn., David Sanchez of St. Paul, Minn., and Tony Sanchez of Odessa; nine daughters, Elvira Salazar, Elfida Leyva, Frances Sanchez, Gloria Sanchez, Carol Benavides, Hope Sanchez, Lupe Sanchez, Donna Clark and Lorraine Tavarez, all of Odessa; and one sister, Jovita G. Mancha of Odessa

Numerous grandchildren, great grand children, great-great grand children, nieces, nephews and friends.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Sanchez, Matilde

Matilde Sanchez, 86, died. Services pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
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Stewart, Christine

BIG SPRING -- Christine Stewart, 83, of Big Spring, died Thursday, Nov. 23, in an Abilene hospital. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Birdwell Lane Baptist Church with the Rev. Steve King, pastor, officiating.

She was born Feb. 20, 1923, in Terry County, and married Henry Stewart July 26, 1941 in Lovington, N.M.

She was a member of Birdwell Lane Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Henry Stewart of Big Spring; two daughters, Juanita Myrick of Breckenridge and Alice Adams of Abilene; three brothers, Cecil Thomason, Curtis Thomason, and C.J. Thomason; one sister, Catherine Barham; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a son, Don Stewart.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials may be made to the Birdwell Lane Baptist Church, 1512 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or the Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children/Burn Hospital - Galveston, 815 Market St., Galveston, Texas 77550-9969.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.


Upton, Mev

Mev Upton, 66 of Midland, died Friday, Nov. 24. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
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Ward, Angeline Molly Brandt

Angeline Molly Brandt Ward, 90, of Spring, TX. passed away November 25, 2006.

A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 27, 2006 in the Chapel of Klein Funeral home, 14711 F.M. 1488, Magnolia, Tx. Angeline was born on May 17, 1916 to William and Tresa Brandt in Cleveland, Ohio. She married Bill Ward Jr. on June 14, 1941 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was a member of the Main St. Church of Christ.

Angeline is preceded in death by her husband Bill Ward.

Mrs. Ward is survived by her two sons Gary Ward and wife Rosey of Garland, TX and David Ward and his wife Rose of Spring, TX, nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

The family suggests memorial be made to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, TX 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/26/2006.

Arnold, Jayde Layne

Jayde Layne Arnold, of Midland, died Friday, Nov. 24.

He was born March 26, 1972 in Fort Worth, he was raised and educated in Midland. A 1991 graduate of Lee High School, he was a member of First Baptist Church of Midland.

He was preceded in death by a son, Cortlyn Jayde Arnold, grandparents and a grandmother.

He is survived by his daughters, Charmynee and Ariel Arnold, both of Tarzan; and Hailey Arnold of Midland; mother, Suzy Arnold of Midland; father, Jim Arnold of Lubbock; a grandfather; sisters, Jai Ja Arnold-White of Midland; Shai McMorries of Tarzan and nieces.

The family received friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, Nov. 26, between the hours of 5 -7 p.m.

Services have been scheduled for 1 p.m. today, Nov. 27, at First Baptist Church with Dr. Gary Dyer officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Gifts of Hope, c/o Allison Cancer Center, 301, North 'N' St., Midland, 79701 or Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.


Colley Jr., D. Troy

D. Troy Colley Jr. born Oct. 30, 1929 in Homer, La. to Billie Harr Colley and D. Troy Colley Sr., died in Big Spring Friday, Nov. 24, at the Texas State V.A. Home. He married Dorothy Livingston of Odessa, in June 1995.

He attended school in Andrews and Hobbs, N.M. He was in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Risen Lord in Odessa.

He is survived by his wife, two sons, David Colley of Red Oak and John Spears of Houston; two daughters, Terri Vinson of Dallas and Jaci Sandelin of Fort Worth; one step-daughter Sandra Frank of Odessa; two sisters, Martha Brock of Hobbs, N.M. and Charlotte Smith of Snyder and also 11 grandchildren,

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Jack Colley.

Services will be held at Lutheran Church of the Risen Lord in Odessa at 1 p.m. today, Nov. 27. Burial to follow at Fairview cemetery in Midland.

Memorials may be directed to: Odessa Hospice and Texas State Veterans Home.

Services are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home.

Family messages and condolences may be emailed to Pipkin@nts-online.net
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.


Dulaney, Richard Key

FORT Worth -- Richard Key Dulaney, 55, a fifth-generation Texan, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, Nov. 22, 2006.

Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 10th and Lamar streets. The Rev. Dr. R. William Dickson, rector of the church, will officiate. Following committal prayers at 1 p.m. Monday, Richard will be laid to rest in Greenwood Memorial Park.

Honorary bearers will be Robert Aldrich, Craig Level, Louis Renaud, Randy Rodgers, Terry Small, C.W. "Dub" Stocker III and George Thompson. Mr. Dulaney will not lie in state. His family will receive friends in Moncrief Hall at the church, immediately following the memorial service.

In lieu of usual remembrances, consideration of contributions in memory of Richard are suggested to the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, 3901 S. Hulen St., Fort Worth 76109; Hillcrest School, 3510 North A, Bldg C, Midland 79705; or to a charity of choice.

Richard was born in Harlingen on Sept. 13, 1951, shortly before his family moved to Fort Worth. The high points of his educational experience include meeting the love of his life, Lyn, in Miss Thompson's fifth-grade class at Arlington Heights Elementary School and graduation from Fort Worth Country Day School. Richard also attended boarding school at Kemper Military Academy where, he said wryly, he "learned the basics of military leadership along many future South American dictators." In 1974, he graduated from Austin College in Sherman.

Like his father, a colonel in the Air Force, Richard had a lifelong fascination with aviation. He earned his pilot's license at age 15, which allowed him to fly before he could legally drive. Richard loved the outdoors, especially boating, sailing, golfing and soccer. He pursued these interests as a member of the Fort Worth Boat Club, Dallas Caddo Club and River Crest Country Club.

Richard's professional life in the oil and gas industry began in Houston. After moving to Midland in 1979, he promoted exploration through Legacy Petroleum, a company he co-founded. In 1985, foreseeing the potential for the digitization of courthouse records for title work, he founded Advance Abstract and Title. This company expanded to include title plants in seven West Texas counties. After selling that company, Richard, a longtime member of the American Association of Petroleum Landmen, returned to Fort Worth in 1999 to pursue his true passion -- petroleum land work. He worked as an independent landman for several years. He was excited about his most recent venture as co-founder of Fort Worth Energy, a company devoted to exploration of the Barnett Shale.

Sought by others for his wise counsel, Richard was known for his integrity and sound, calm advice. He believed in serving the communities in which he lived. He served on the board of Midland County Hospital. He was an active supporter of the Hillcrest School of Midland, where he remained an honorary board member even after he moved to Fort Worth. Most recently, Richard was an asset to the Texas Boys Choir-Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts Board. He served as board member and president during the transition of the Texas Boys Choir School into the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts.

A devoted family man and a dutiful son, Richard will be greatly missed. He married Lyn Smith on Sept. 3, 1977. They had four children, Hallie Elizabeth, Mary Louise, Paul Richard and Sally Virginia. Richard's charitable activities and his daily life were centered around his children and their interests. From choral music to ballet to showing horses and dogs, Richard embraced his children in all of their endeavors. While Richard was a successful businessman and active community leader, he always had time for his family. His quick wit and dry sense of humor will be missed by all who loved him.

Richard was preceded in death by his father, Richard Otto Dulaney Jr.; a daughter, Hallie Elizabeth; and his sister, Marie Key Dulaney Pullen.

Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Lyn Smith Dulaney; daughters, Mary Louise and Sally Virginia; son, Paul Richard; mother, Rae Key Ferrell, all of Fort Worth; sister, Nancy Key Goldring of Litchfield, Conn.; aunts, Marie Key Henley and Chris Dulaney; father-in-law, Marc B. Smith Jr. and his wife, Nancy of Fort Worth; sister-in-law, Martha Davis of Houston; brothers-in-law, Willing Ryan Smith of Fort Worth, and Grey Smith and his wife, Sawnie of Dallas; six nieces; and four nephews.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.
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Freeman, Clay

Clay Cross Freeman, 23, of Midland, died Saturday, Nov. 25. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.


Green, Billy

Billy Green, 77, of Big Spring died Sunday, Nov. 26, at Lamun Lusk Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
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Hays, Mary

Mary Allene (Webb) Hays, 91, of Midland and formerly of Sterling City, died Saturday, Nov. 25 in a Midland care facility.

Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28 at the Clyde Cemetery with Dr. John Estes Jr. officiating under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home.

She was born Dec. 31, 1914 in Roaring Springs to W.W. and Belle (Ballard) Webb. She moved to Clyde from Roaring Springs at an early age and attended Clyde High School. She was the widow of Marion Hays, whom she married Aug. 25, 1932 in Clyde. She was member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include two sons, Robert Hays of Grandview and Keelon Hays of Fort Worth; two daughters, Peggy Hays Norris of Midland and Ann Hays Prather of Sparks, Nevada; 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one daughter, Helen Carruthers.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.


Henkel, John William "Bill"

Bill Henkel, of Midland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2006 in Big Spring, Texas. Bill was born on September 26, 1924 in Kress, TX to George and Lou Ella Henkel. He was raised and educated in Hale Center, TX.

Bill served in the U.S. Navy during WWII in the south pacific. He married Patsy Kelley on December 20, 1954. They moved to Big Spring, TX. in 1960. Bill and Pat owned and operated Super Sav Grocery Stores. In 1980, they opened Joeboy's Restaurant. Bill later moved to Midland and opened Cattleman's Steak House for 20 years. He was a loving husband, father grandfather and brother. A great friend too many. He would always help those in need.

He was preceded in death by two sisters; Ruth Ella Henkel and Lucy Tipton.

Bill is survived by his wife Pat; son and daughter-in-law, Billy and Keri Henkel of Pawhuska, OK; two daughters and son-in-laws, Betty and Lee Bennett of Coahoma, TX and Beverly and Bruce Lisooey of Tulsa, OK; six grandchildren, Joey Henkel of Granite Falls, NC, Justin Mundell of Midland, TX, Jay Chadwell of Dallas, TX, Cassie Henkel of Irving, TX and Sean and Madi Lisooey of Tulsa, OK; three great-grandchildren; and sisters Helen Henkel and Elenor Stone of Lubbock, TX .

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home on Monday, November 27, 2006 between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. on Monday, November 27, 2006 at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Robert J. Pase officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park in Big Spring, TX.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to Van - serving the visually impaired 2908 W. Ohio Ave, Midland, TX 79701 or Alzheimer's Association 4400 N. Big Spring, Midland, TX 79701.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.
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Hicks, Monette S.

A Midlander for 58 years, Monette Sewell Hicks died on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 after a lengthy illness.

Monette was born on October 21, 1916 in Wichita Falls to Davis B. and Eva M. Sewell. She married Paul Hicks on December 26, 1936. They lived in Wichita Falls and moved to Midland in 1948. In boom time, post-war Midland, they opened the Craver-Hicks Janitor Supply Co. which later became the Paul Hicks Co. She was preceded in death by her husband.

As a life-long Methodist, Monette was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls and First United Methodist Church of Midland where she was a member of the Boone Bible Sunday School Class. She was a dedicated member of the Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary where she logged countless hours of service. Monette enjoyed her weekly golf game with her friends and her membership in the Ranchland Hills Ladies Golf Association. She also actively supported the various PTA's while her children were in school.

An avid sports fan her entire life, Monette amazed her grandchildren with her set shot and the tight spiral she could throw well into her 80's. Her competitive spirit was demonstrated almost daily as she usually won the family battle for the sports page. A great fan of Arnold Palmer, the Dodgers and the Longhorns, her grandchildren often remarked that no one else had a MiMi who watched every football game on TV.

Monette is survived by daughter Gloria Lambert and husband LaDoyce of Odessa, son Jim Hicks and wife Linda of Midland, daughter Jann Bash and husband Vincent of Midland, sister, Nancille Willis of Austin, and grandchildren, Amy Lambert, Katherine Bash, David Bash, Sarah Hicks and Robert Hicks. She is also survived by her two nieces, Carol Reynolds of Austin and Lynette Weisheit of Dallas.

Monette's family wishes to thank the dedicated and wonderful caregivers of the Red Rose Christian Home who took such loving care of their mother and grandmother, day in and day out for over five years as her health declined. Thanks also go out to Home Hospice for their care of Monette in her final days.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 27, 2006 at Resthaven Memorial Park, following which the family will receive friends in the Parlor at First United Methodist Church between 11:30 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial to the Paul Hicks Scholarship Fund at First United Methodist Church, 300 N. Main St., Midland, Texas 79701.
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Isby, Hattie

Hattie Isby passed away Thursday Nov. 23 after a short illness. Born in Bremond, Texas , April 6, 1930, she had lived in Midland for the past 46 years. Preceding her in death were her parents, Joe and Elizabeth Gaston, and her husband, Bobby, a daughter, Hattie Pearl O'Neal and two infant daughters.

She leaves to cherish her memory her Son, Alton Joe O'Neal of Midland, and daughters Gwendolyn Y. Jones of Atlanta, GA. And Diane B. Montgomery of Midland a sister Bonnie M. Moody, of Midland. Her grandchildren, Gerry O'Neal and Gwendolyn O'Neal of Atlanta, GA. And Clarence Williams of Midland, James Gray of New Orleans, LA., Irick O'Neal of Midland, great grandchildren, Zaire O'Neal, and Darrian O'Neal, and Clarence Williams.

A wake service will be Monday 6-8 PM at the Thomas Chapel. Funeral Services will be Tuesday at 11 am at the Thomas Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Alvin Mills officiating. Burial will be in Serenity Memorial Gardens.
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Santos, Matilde

Matilde Santos went to be with her heavenly father on Saturday, November 25, 2006.

She was born on March 24, 1920 to the late Jose and Virginia Martinez in Pearsall, Texas. Matilde was raised in Pearsall. She met and later married the late Cruz Santos in 1943 in Pearsall, Texas. Matilde had lived also in Lamesa and later moved to Midland in 1990. She was a homemaker all of her life. Matilde was a very loving person and was a devout Christian. Matilde was loved by all her family and friends. She was an active member of Templo Bautista La Hermosa Church, where she attended Sunday school and also worked in the nursery with the children. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.

She is survived by her two sons Oscar Santos of Lubbock and Omar Santos of Midland. Four daughters Angie Torrez of Lamesa, TX, Susie Becerra of Midland, Sulema Ramirez of Midland and Cynthia Santos Amador of Lamesa.

She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Prayer Service will be held on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 7:00 pm at Templo Bautista La Hermosa Church. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 2:00pm at Templo Bautista La Hermosa Church on 1514 W.Co.Rd. 121, Midland. Burial will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Services are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home.

Family messages and condolences may be emailed to: Pipkin@nts-online.net
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Upton, Mev

Mev Upton, 66, of Midland, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, November 24, 2006. Memorial services have been scheduled for Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 10 AM in the chapel at First Baptist Church with Pastor Gary Dyer officiating.

Mev was born on August 21, 1940 in Lampasas, Texas to Weldon and Nellie Upton. After he graduated high school he attended Howard Payne College. After college he went to work for General Tire, which changed to Ameripol Sympol. He worked with them 43 years until he retired in August of 2002, as a Quality Assurance Engineer. Mev met Glynece McCutchen and they married on April 23, 1992 in Lovington County, New Mexico.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Midland. Mev was involved with Church Builders, Campers on Mission, and the Baptist Men - Disaster Relief. He was also a volunteer for the summer staff at the Texas Baptist Camp, the Baptist Crisis Center. He also was active at the First Baptist Church Solid Rock Cafe at the activitiy center every day and was the hamburger cook on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

He is survived by his loving wife, Glynece Upton of Midland,TX; two daughters, Tammie Maxwell and Michelle Yost both of Lubbock, TX; his father, Weldon E. Upton of San Angelo, TX; one brother, Ronnie and wife Mary Upton of New Braunfels; three grandsons, Matthew and Chad Maxwell of Odessa, TX and Brandon Yost of Lubbock, TX; one granddaughter, Amber Yost of Lubbock, TX; five step children, Cynthia Lord of Dallas, TX, Brenda Kohlert of Paige, TX, Pamela James of Merit, TX, Jeff and Clay McClelland both of Flower Mound, TX; thirteen step grandchildren, Shae Lord and Danielle Wright both of Dallas, TX, Heidi Lord of Midland, TX, Jeffrey and Jennifer McClelland both of Sanger, TX, Amanda and Matthew Hernandez both of Flower Mound, TX, Stephanie and Dustin James both of Merit, TX, Amanda McClelland of Florida, Daniel and Jessica McClelland both of Flower Mound, TX, Wayne Peters of Lewisville, TX; eight great-grandchildren; one niece Stacy and one nephew Cory.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nellie V. Upton.

Family suggest memorials be made to Baptist Campers on Mission in care of Bill Sewell at 2104 W. Louisana Ave, Midland, TX 79701.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.
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White, J. L.

BIG SPRING -- J.L. "Toby" White, 74, of Big Spring died Saturday, Nov. 25, at Scenic Mountain Medical Center. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28 at Myers & Smith Chapel with the Rev. Don Snipes, pastor of Baptist Temple Church of Big Spring, and the Rev. Dave Phillips, pastor of West Side Baptist Church of Snyder, officiating. Burial with military honors will be at the Coahoma Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today, Nov. 27 at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.

He was born April 17, 1932, in Stanton to Iva May and Talmer L. White. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Dorthea Turner, Nov. 30, 1994 in Big Spring.

He was a member of Baptist Temple Church.

He is survived by his wife, Dorthea White of Big Spring; ten children, Brenda Hovarth of Waxahachie, Glenda Wall of San Antonio, David White of Nunnelly, Tenn., Terry White of San Antonio, Jimmy Steve Smith of Comanche, Darrel Smith of Arkansas, Lisa Marie Boyles of San Angelo, Robert Turner of Coahoma, Brenda Elmore of Coahoma and Billy Turner of Big Spring; one brother and three sisters, Luther Lee White of Malta, Idaho, Lois Thomas of Big Spring and Wynona Searl of Euless.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.
Freeman, Clay

Clay Freeman, 23, of Midland, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2006 in Odessa. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at the First Baptist Church in Midland with Rev. Keeny Dickenson, officiating and Dr. Gary Dyer, assisting. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Clay was born on June 14, 1983 to C.W. and Diane Freeman in Pampa, Texas. He grew up and attended school in Eunice, New Mexico. He attended his junior and senior years of high school in Crane. Clay then moved to Odessa to attend Odessa College and play golf for Odessa College. He went to work for Craig Campbell as his caddy and personal assistant for three years. He was currently employed with Patterson Drilling.

Clay loved his family and was the best "Uncle Buddy" anyone could have asked for. He loved his "lady bug and care bear", "T-Man", Jacob and Spencer. One of his favorite pastimes was holding the family's newest baby, Britton. His other favorite pastimes were golfing, fishing and motorcycle riding. Clay was a hardworking, loyal, happy and genuine person. He was a member of the Crane First Baptist Church.

Clay loved his family and was the best "Uncle Buddy" anyone could have asked for. He loved his "lady bug and care bear", "T-Man", Jacob and Spencer. One of his favorite pastimes was holding the family's newest baby, Britton. His other favorite pastimes were golfing, fishing and motorcycle riding. Clay was a hardworking, loyal, happy and genuine person. He was a member of the Crane First Baptist Church.

Survivors include his parents, C.W. and Diane Freeman of Midland; one brother, Cody and Becky Freeman of Denver City; one sister, Holly Oldham and her husband, Brandon of Crane; a sister-in-law; four nephews, Trenton, Jacob and Spencer Freeman and Britton Oldham; two nieces, Jayden Freeman and Karlie Oldham; his fiancee, Melanee Jones - "always and forever"; and a step brother, Shawn James.

The pallbearers will be Marcus Lopez, Weldon Kiker, Logan Richter, Patrick Rodysill, Chris Meyers and Courtney Free. The honorary pallbearers will be the Odessa College Golf Team and Clay's Ridin' Buddies.

The family will be at 4801 Whitman Dr. for those that would like to come by.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/28/2006.
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Wilson, Charles Boughner "Chuck"

Charles "Chuck" Boughner Wilson, 78, of Odessa went to be with the Lord Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the Hospice House. Chuck was born May 28, 1928 in Haven, Kansas to Faye Willard & Vertie (Boughner) Wilson. He received his bachelor degree from New Mexico School Of Mines. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a Petroleum Engineer for close to 45 years, and more recently was a carrier for Pinkies Liquor Stores. While living in Indonesia for five years he assisted in establishing the first English speaking Protestant Church in Pakenbaru, Sumatra. He and his wife served as a foster parents for 13 years and lovingly cared for 114 children. He had also been active for years in the "Meals On Wheels" program. He owned and managed the O.K. Cleaners from 1987 to 1998. He was a member of First Christian Church where he taught a Bible Study class. He more recently resided at Sherwood Place where he also taught a Bible Study Class.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Loneta Wilson, a son, Lonnie Fay Wilson, and a daughter, Katrina Dee Wilson.

He is survived by his sons, Charles Dean Wilson of Santa Fe, NM, Steven Lee Wilson & wife Brenda of Virginia, daughter, Suzanne Mayers of Midland, sister, Carmen Ivy & husband Richard of Kimberling, MO and four grandchildren.

There will be a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at the First Christian Church with Rev. Skip Hedgpeth offficiating. A Military graveside service will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Home Hospice/Hospice House. Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/28/2006.

Archer, David L.

ODESSA -- David L. Archer, 82, of Odessa, died Monday evening in a local nursing home. Services are set for 3 p.m. today, Nov. 29, at Sunset Memorial Gardens. He was a US Army veteran of WWII. He has no family survivors.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/29/2006.


Hunt, William Pilot "Billy"

William Pilot Hunt "Billy", born September 23, 1929, died November 26, 2006.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Kathleen Murphy Hunt; two sisters, Mary Lois Fears and Annie Mae Hilderbrand both of Bentonia, MS.; three children, Sherry Davis of Ackerman, MS., Warren Hunt of Hobbs, New Mexico and Daniel Hunt of Weatherford, Texas; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Belleview Baptist Church in Midland, November 29, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Ackerman, Mississippi.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/29/2006.
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Jackson, George R.

George R. "Son" Jackson, of Midkiff and Midland, Texas passed away Monday, November 20, 2006.

He was born July 23, 1926 to Roy M. and Vina Autry Jackson in Hereford, Texas. The family moved to a ranch in Irion County soon afterward. Son attended schools in San Angelo and graduated from San Angelo High School in 1943. With his parents written consent, he immediately entered the V-12 Navy program to train as a pilot. Son attended UT Arlington, Great Lakes Naval Center, and was stationed for a short time in San Francisco before being honorably discharged as an Ensign. He continued his college education at San Angelo College, and then transferred to Sul Ross State University where he graduated. While in school, he played basketball.

Son married Maydelle Midkiff on December 31, 1950. He ranched in Sutton County for 3 years before moving to Midland County to continue ranching. Barrett & Jackson Ranch Co. Inc. was formed in 1963. He earned his pilots license in 1957, and flew private planes for many years. He had a high interest in the Piper Super Cub, and held the first aerial permit for the State of Texas for hunting coyotes, bobcats and red fox. He enjoyed hunting and watching all sports, but fly-fishing in Alaska with his brother-in-law was a favorite pastime for many years. Son was a member of First United Methodist Church of Midland.

Son is survived by his wife of 55 years, Maydelle Jackson of Midland, TX; three children, Sue Vinson and her husband, Duwain of Midkiff, TX; Lynn Decker and her husband, Bert, of San Angelo, TX; and Hugh Jackson and his wife, Mary, of Houston, TX; sister, Marjorie Davis of Alamosa, CO; sister-in-law, May Jackson of San Angelo, TX; eight grandchildren, Laree Vinson Walker, Philip Vinson, Wade Hall, Clint Hall, Ashley Hall, Lauren Jackson, Kyle Jackson, and Erin Jackson; and one great-grandchild, Calob Walker; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 1, 2006 at First United Methodist Church of Midland. Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Barrett, Jerry Cole, Richard Midkiff, T.O. Midkiff, Frank Ordener and Lazaro Garcia. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas 77210; Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702; West Texas Boys Ranch, 10223 Boys Ranch Road, San Angelo, Texas 76904; or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/29/2006.
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Skees, William Alton "Bill"

St. Marys -- William Alton "Bill" Skees, 85, died, Friday, November 24, 2006 at his home in St. Marys.

He was born, May 10, 1921 at Little Rock, AR. the son of William Leonard and Loulah Grief Skees. He was reared in Little Rock and Warren, AR. He attended Warren Schools and graduated from Catholic High in Little Rock. He graduated from Texas Western in El Paso, TX.

Mr. Skees lived in Midland, TX. for over 40 years moving to Kansas in 2004. He was an Independent Geologist.

He was a member of the Assumption Chapel in St. Marys. Mr. Skees was also a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologist and the Independent Professional Earth Scientist. He was a Barber Shopper and sang in several different quartets.

On August 26, 1945 he was united in marriage to Wanda Hawley Stell. She preceded him in death on Feb. 2, 2003. He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Sean Michael Skees on Feb. 22, 2005.

Survivors are his seven children, Andrea Guerrette, Flag Staff, AZ., Cecilia Sears, Kingsville, TX, Marsha Corcoran, Dallas, TX, John Skees, Midland, TX, William A. Skees Jr., Glenrock, NJ, Kevin Skees. San Antonio, TX. and James Skees, St. Marys; 24 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren.

Requiem Mass will be at 7:15 A.M. Thursday, November 30, 2006 at Assumption Chapel in St. Marys. Interment will be in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, St. Marys. Mr. Skees will lie in state from 2:00 until 5:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at Piper Funeral Home. A rosary will be said at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday evening at Assumption Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Assumption Chapel or to St. Mary's Academy and College and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, Kansas 66536.

To leave an online condolence, please go to www.piperfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/29/2006.
Craig Jr., C. Wallace

Charles Wallace Craig, Jr., was born August 11, 1923 in St. Louis, Missouri, to Ruth Jorndt and Charles Wallace Craig. He died Monday, November 27, 2006.

He graduated from Webster Groves High School in 1941 and entered the University of Missouri, where he was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity. In 1942, he was drafted into the Army and sent to Camp Pendleton, California. After training there, he was sent to southern Italy as a replacement in the 45th Division. In France in 1945, he got trench foot and was sent to a hospital in England. After release from the hospital he was transferred to the Air Force. In 1946, he was honorably discharged and married the former Jane Carolyn King. His education was continued at the University of Missouri, where he received a B.A. degree. After college he took a job with Shell Oil Company in the marketing department. With Shell, the family lived in Paducah, Kentucky; Cape Girardeau, Missouri; Westfield, New Jersey; and New Orleans, Louisiana.

In New Orleans, he met John Starr of Midland, who offered him a job to locate his Shell stations. He had also worked for Eddins-Walcher Oil Company, Magnatex of Midland, and after retirement, the FDIC.

Being an avid believer in public schools, he was a lifetime member of the PTA and served on the Midland School Board and the Texas Association of School Boards. As a member of First Presbyterian Church, he served as an elder and trustee. He was also a Boy Scout leader.

Wally is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol Craig of Midland, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Mark K. and Christy Craig, and their daughters, Katie and Claire, all of Houston, TX; son, Wallace H. Craig of Midland, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Dennis Mahoney, and their son, Dan, of Chester Springs, PA; and step-granddaughter, Jennifer Kleisel and family of Houston, TX.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Friday, December 1, 2006 at First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

If desired, memorials may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, 800 W. Texas, Midland, Texas 79701, or Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/30/2006.
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Jackson, George R.

George R. "Son" Jackson, of Midkiff and Midland died Monday, Nov. 20.

He was born July 23, 1926 to Roy M. and Vina Autry Jackson in Hereford.

He married Maydelle Midkiff on Dec. 31, 1950. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Midland.

He is survived by his wife, Maydelle Jackson of Midland; three children, Sue Vinson of Midkiff; Lynn Decker of San Angelo; and Hugh Jackson of Houston; sister, Marjorie Davis of Alamosa, Colo.; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at First United Methodist Church of Midland. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas 77210; Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702; West Texas Boys Ranch, 10223 Boys Ranch Road, San Angelo, Texas 76904; or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/30/2006.


Munoz, Jo Annette

BIG SPRING -- Jo Annette Munoz, 41, of Big Spring, died Tuesday, Nov. 28, in Lubbock. Her services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/30/2006.


Walker, Billie Gross

BIG SPRING -- Billie Gross Walker, 77, of Big Spring, died Tuesday, Nov. 28, in a local hospital. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Monroe Teeters, pastor of Salem Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at the Salem Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

She was born April 18, 1929, in Big Spring, and married Grady Walker Nov. 26, 1947 in Big Spring. He preceded her in death.

She worked for Big Spring Independent School District in the High School Cafeteria for a number of years and for Walls Factory Outlet for a number of years. She and Grady owned and operated Grady Walker LP Gas Co. until retiring. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church.

Survivors include her children, Arlis Walker of Buda, Ramona Williams of Snyder, Twila Denson of Coleman and Tim Walker of Georgetown; two brothers, A. J. Gross of Waco and Don Gross of Riverside, California; three sisters, Doris Maneval of Lendon, Washington, Bettie Pettus and LaVerne Patrick both of Big Spring; six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one sister and one brother.

The family suggests memorials be made to your favorite charity.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/30/2006.