Ballenger, Dollie Ruth Neal

Dollie Ruth Neal Ballenger, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2007.

She was born June 8, 1919 on the Neal Ranch in Garden City, Texas to Ike Neal and Jewel Gollihar Neal. Raised and educated in Garden City, San Angelo and Midland, Dollie attended Texas Christian University until she was a junior. Her memberships included the Woman's Club, Palate Club, Garden Club, Study Club, Anime Book Club, and the Fellowship Class of First United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Dollie is survived by her daughters, Francys Ann Ballenger, Angelika Lamar, Barba Sue Ballenger Keene and Lynda Glass; grandsons, Fred Squire, Jeff Glass, Robert Glass; granddaughter, Scarlett Squire; ten great-grandchildren; cousins, Phyllis Grimland, Diane Glaske, Donna Bruno, Gail Dean, Jessie Neal, and Belva Sue Bresnahan.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 15, 2007 at First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers will be the Fellowship Class of First United Methodist Church. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Dollie Neal Chapel, Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield, Midland, Texas, 79705; Gideon Bibles, Midland, Texas; Noahs Ark Animal Refuge, P.O. Box 51051, Midland, Texas 79710; the Dollie Neal Worship Arts Academy, or First United Methodist Church, 305 N. Baird, Midland, Texas 79701.
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Bennett, Jesse

BIG SPRING -- Jessie McGettes Bennett, 83, of Coahoma, died Saturday, Jan. 13, at her residence. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Jim Binnex, pastor of Midway Baptist Church officiating and Russ Mullins of Coahoma Church of Christ assisting. Interment will follow at the Coahoma Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6-8 p.m.

She was born Sept. 21, 1923, in Howard County, and married J.R. Bennett, Jr. Feb. 12, 1945 in Big Spring.

She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church of Coahoma.

Survivors include her husband, J.R. Bennett, Jr. of Coahoma; two sons, Larry Bennett and Lee Bennett both of Big Spring; one daughter, Ann Lindsey of Andrews; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and one sister.

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 1/14/2007.


Cherry, Rosenelle Tom

Rosenelle Tom Cherry, age 80, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2007 in Houston, Texas. She was born October 16, 1926 to a pioneering ranching family, Ellison and Mattie Tom in Martin County, Texas. Rosenelle graduated from Andrews High School and then attended John Tarlton College. She moved to Midland from Andrews in 1944 and served as the Midland County Clerk for 48 years, retiring January 1, 1997.

Rosenelle was preceded in death by her parents, Ellison and Mattie Tom of Midland; brother, Ellison "Sonny" Tom of Andrews; and daughter, Lynda Cherry Dauley of Dallas.

She is survived by her daughter, Martha Mayfield and her husband Greg and granddaughter, Morgan Mayfield all of Houston; sister, Barbara Jowell of Midland; brother, James Tom and wife Kay of Borene; and sister-in-law, Billie Tom of Andrews.

A Memorial service will be held at 11:30 A.M., Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at The Episcopal Church of the Holy Trinity, 1412 West Illinois St., Midland, TX 79701.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
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Cox, Donald Ray

Donald Ray Cox, 71, of Midland, died on Friday, January 12, 2007, at Midland Memorial Hospital. The family will receive friends today, January 15, 2007, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM with a celebration of life at 2:30 PM, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland.

Don was born June 6, 1935, in Valley Mills, Texas to the late Pauline and Douglas Cox. He married Rosemary Voltin in 1958, in Waco, Texas. Don graduated from Mexia High School in 1953. He attended Arlington State College on a football scholarship. He entered the US Army in 1955, serving two years. Don graduated from Texas A&I, Kingsville with a B.S. in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering and a M.S. in Physical Chemistry. Don worked for Wyatt Industries in Dallas, Texas, Prado Oil & Gas in Hebbronville, Texas, Sohio Petroleum, Drilling Well Control, and The Petroleum Corporation all in Midland. He was the owner of BCT and Associates, and was co-owner of Tetraco and Energy Chem at the time of his passing.

Don's hobbies included fishing at Sam Rayburn Lake, golfing, sports, racing homing pigeons and flying, as he had a private pilot's license. He was a member of Ranchland Hills Golf Club.

Don is survived by his wife, Rosemary Cox of 48 years; one brother, James (Jim) Cox of Houston, a sister, Anna Lou Cox of Kemp; three sons, Mark Cox and wife Marsha of Midland, Paul Cox and wife Barbara of Carrollton, John Cox and wife Melynda of Graham; four grandchildren, Justin Cox of Holdenville, Oklahoma, Kyle of Carrollton, Wyatt and Catelynn of Graham; three step-grandchildren, Danny, Staci and Christa of Midland; and one great-grandchild Elias Cox of Holdenville, Oklahoma.

The family extends a special thanks to the caring staff of Hospice of Midland, and suggests memorials be made in Don's name to Hospice of Midland, 911 West Texas, Midland, Texas 79702 or to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
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Fleckenstein, Mary

BIG SPRING -- Mary "Frances" Fleckenstein, 87, of Big Spring, died Saturday, Jan. 13, in a local nursing home. Her services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
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Fowler, Michael "Cole"

Michael "Cole" Fowler went to be with our Lord on January 12, 2007 after a long battle with CP.

He leaves to cherish his memory his mother and stepfather, Renee and Sammy Carr., his father, Danny Fowler, his sisters, Brandy Willingham, and Nicole Porter, and a brother, Daniel Fowler. His maternal grandparents, Stewart and Carol Gordon of Stanton, and Don and Shirley Clark, Joe Carr, his paternal grandparents, Charles and Eva Fowler.

Graveside services will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Memorials are requested to Midland Children's Rehab Center of Midland, Scottish Rites Hospital, Dallas, Rockhouse, or Home Hospice of Midland.

Services are under the direction of Thomas Funeral Home.
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Gunn Jr., Bert O.

Bert O. Gunn, Jr.

Bert O. Gunn Jr., 87, passed away January 11, 2007

Funeral Service will be at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at Llano Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel with Pastor E.W. Erwin of Second Baptist Church in Midland officiating. He will be buried in Llano Cemetery.

Mr. Gunn was born on October 21, 1919 in Biloxi, Mississippi. He graduated from Ole Miss University and from Ole Miss Law School. He was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He married Melinda Ann Gunn in 1951. Mr. Gunn practiced law for Chevron Oil Company for 35 years in Midland/Odessa. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

Survivors include one sister, Dorothy Gunn Fayard of Biloxi, MS; one sister-in-law, Sara M. Flamm of Amarillo; four nieces, Melinda Alexander of Amarillo, Jane Jones, Julie Smith, and Melinda Fountain, all of Biloxi, MS; two nephews, Phillip Flamm of Lubbock and Butch Fayard of Biloxi, MS.

Memorials may be made to Ole Miss University School of Law, P.O. Box 1848, University, MS 38677.

The family will be at 2107 Club View Drive.
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Harris, Edward

Edward Harris, 78, of Rankin/Gardendale, passed away Friday, January 12, 2007.

Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 16 at First Baptist Church in Rankin, Texas with Rev. Randy Bush officiating. Burial will follow in Rankin Cemetery.

Ed was born on March 23, 1928 in Lamesa, Texas to Oscar William Paul Harris and Martha Pearl Rasco. He married the love of his life, Grace Mildred Caudle, on May 6, 1945.

He was preceded in death by Grace, his parents, 6 brothers and sisters; Martha Ann Harris, John Leldon Harris, Ova Lanell Schwartz, Lillie Florence Beatty, Jody Harris and W. Lee Harris, 2 grandchildren; Jody Harris and James Lee Harris; 2 great-grandchildren, Heather Harris and James Austin Harris.

He is survived by 2 sisters; Helen Hobson, of Lamesa and LaGrace Wilkerson, of Odessa; 1 brother, Jimmy Paul Harris, of San Antonio; 4 children, James and Lee Harris, of Harker Heights, Jerry and Glenda Harris, of Odessa, Bill and Lori Harris, of Odessa, and Gena and Charles Taylor, of Plano; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Bryan Harris, Chris Harris, O.W. Harris, Jr., Tony Harris, Paul Bethune, Robert Headrick, Tracy Clanton, Kenneth Carrell and James Chastain. Honorary pallbearers are Bradley Clanton, Blake Harris, Bryan Harris, Jr., Brandon Harris, Joseph Harris, Julian Rodriguez, Cameron Harris and Will Harris.

The family requests that memorials be made to the American Heart Association or the Rankin Cemetery Association.

Ed was a hard-working man who was dedicated to his family. He lived each day to the fullest and will be greatly missed by many.

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

Henry S. "Hank" Harrison, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 11.

He was born March 22, 1935 to Roy and Lillie Harrison in Marshall. His siblings were Frank Harrison, Reuben and Roy Jennings, Betty and Geneva Jennings, and Wanda Adkinson. He served in the U. S. Air Force.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and stepdaughter, Janice Faye Carmiencke.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Mozelle Harrison of Midland; daughters, Debbie Gillis of Bancroft, Mich.; Dawn Thrion of Highland, Mich.; DeAnn Neet of Reed City, Mich.; and son, David Harrison of Santa Rosa, Calif.; stepson, Jack Chapman of Midland; stepdaughter, Sue Hubbard of Lanham, MD; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Monday, Jan. 15, between the hours of 6-8 p.m.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, in the Chapel at Resthaven Memorial Park-North. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, P. O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
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Hughey, Frank

ANDREWS -- Services are pending for Frank "Cotton" Hughey, 77, of Andrews. He died Saturday, Jan. 13, at Regency Hospital of Odessa.
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Johnson, Isabella

Isabella Jo Johnson infant daughter of Jossie and Diana Johnson, died at a local hospital Tuesday Jan. 9.

She is survived by her parents, Jossie Dean Johnson and Dian Lee Johnson both of Midland; grandparents, Domingo Valencia Jr. and Maria Dolores Valencia of Midland; Gene Johnson and Howie Johnson of Odessa; great-grandparents, Domingo Valencia Sr. and Louisa Valencia of Midland, and Juliana Moreno of Clint; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.

Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, Jan. 15, at 1 p.m. at St. Stephens Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Services are pending with Pipkin Funeral Church. Family messages and condolences may be e-mailed to: pipkin@nts-online.net
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King, Jeffrey

Mrs. Jeffrey Lott King, age 98, formerly of Midland, died Jan. 9. Celebration services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Austin. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Services by King-Tears Mortuary Inc. Austin, TX.
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Ortiz, Elisardo Madrid

Funeral services for Elisardo Madrid Ortiz of Stanton have been set for Monday, January 15, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of San Juan Catholic Church with Father Frank Chavez officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. A rosary will be recited Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:00 p.m. at the Stanton Memorial Funeral Home Chapel.

Elisardo M. Ortiz was born June 10, 1937 in El Mulato, Chihuahua, Mexico. He passed away January 12, 2007 at his residence. He married Eva Alvarado in January 16, 1960 in El Mulato Chihuahua, Mexico. He worked as a rancher for Curtis Erwin for several years.

Survivors include his wife, Eva Ortiz of Stanton; four daughters, Noemi and her husband Mario Carrillo of Midland; Neri and her husband Sam Flores of Andrews; Nanci and her husband Danny Saenz of Midland; Ninfa Sidle of Midland; one brother, Raul Ortiz of Coahoma; eight grandchildren, Erica Carrillo Brown, Erik Carrillo, Linda Flores Lopez, Sammy Flores, Trevon Saenz, Kaegan Saenz, Trista Sidle, Trace Sidle and Trent Sidle; two great-grandchildren, Jordan Brown and Kathryn Brown.

Serving as pallbearers will be Erik Carrillo, Sammy Flores, Trevon Saenz, Kaegan Saenz, Emmanuel Lopez and Carlos Alvarado.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Trace Sidle, Trent Sidle and Thomas Ramos.

Funeral services are under the direction of Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
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Ballenger, Dollie Ruth Neal

Dollie Ruth Neal Ballenger, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2007.

She was born June 8, 1919 on the Neal Ranch in Garden City, Texas to Ike Neal and Jewel Gollihar Neal. Raised and educated in Garden City, San Angelo and Midland, Dollie attended Texas Christian University until she was a junior. Her memberships included the Woman's Club, Palate Club, Garden Club, Study Club, Anime Book Club, and the Fellowship Class of First United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Dollie is survived by her daughters, Francys Ann Ballenger, Angelika Lamar, Barba Sue Ballenger Keene and Lynda Glass; grandsons, Fred Squire, Jeff Glass, Robert Glass; granddaughter, Scarlett Squire; ten great-grandchildren; cousins, Phyllis Grimland, Diane Glaske, Donna Bruno, Gail Dean, Jessie Neal, and Belva Sue Bresnahan.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 15, 2007 at First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers will be the Fellowship Class of First United Methodist Church. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Dollie Neal Chapel, Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield, Midland, Texas, 79705; Gideon Bibles, Midland, Texas; Noahs Ark Animal Refuge, P.O. Box 51051, Midland, Texas 79710; the Dollie Neal Worship Arts Academy, or First United Methodist Church, 305 N. Baird, Midland, Texas 79701.
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Bowman, Mary Poer

Mary Poer Bowman, 99 years, of Midland, Texas went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 12, 2007.

She was born in Hubbard, Hill Country, Texas on November 17, 1907 to Lillie Sanders Poer and Robert David "DR" Poer. She was the fifth of eight children, three sisters and four brothers, all who preceded her in death.

She married Vester Bowman on December 28, 1929, in Goree, Texas. He preceded her in death in November, 1976.

As a young child she moved with her family to the Brushy Community in Haskell Country, Texas where she resided for many years. In 1963 she and Vester moved to nearby Munday, Texas. In 1999 she moved to Midland, Texas to be near her children.

She was a long time member of Brushy Baptist Church, then First Baptist Church of Munday.

She is loved and cherished by two daughters, Nancy Jo Bowman and Margaret Jean Lambeth and husband Bob; three granddaughters, Cindy Riddle and husband Melvin, Susan Griffin, Mary Lisa Binder and husband Charlie; nine great grandchildren, Suzanne Moore and husband Brad, Rodney Riddle and wife Barbara, Holly Neely, Hillari Neely, Coleton Stewart, Chris Wells, Whitney Wells, Joshua Binder and Ashley Binder; five great-great grandchildren, Jalyssa and Ryleigh Moore, Allexis Riddle, Griffin Anderson, and Ryann Neely.

The family will receive friends at McCauley-Smith Funeral Home Monday, January 16, 2007 between 6:00pm and 7:30pm .

Memorial services are scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at 1:00pm at First Baptist Church in Munday with Rev. Gary Redwine and Rev. H. B. Graves officiating. Interment will follow at Brushy Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of McCauley - Smith Funeral Home.

Grandsons will serve are pallbearers; honorary pallbearers are nephews and members of her A.D. Sunday School Class.

The Family wishes to express gratitude to her loving caregivers and friends at the Younger Center and Mabee Healthcare and to Hospice of Midland.

Memorial gifts may be directed to the Lottie Moon Missions offering at the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 718, Munday, Texas 76371 or to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/15/2007.
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Cox, Donald Ray

Donald Ray Cox, 71, of Midland, died on Friday, January 12, 2007, at Midland Memorial Hospital. The family will receive friends today, January 15, 2007, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM with a celebration of life at 2:30 PM, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland.

Don was born June 6, 1935, in Valley Mills, Texas to the late Pauline and Douglas Cox. He married Rosemary Voltin in 1958, in Waco, Texas. Don graduated from Mexia High School in 1953. He attended Arlington State College on a football scholarship. He entered the US Army in 1955, serving two years. Don graduated from Texas A&I, Kingsville with a B.S. in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering and a M.S. in Physical Chemistry. Don worked for Wyatt Industries in Dallas, Texas, Prado Oil & Gas in Hebbronville, Texas, Sohio Petroleum, Drilling Well Control, and The Petroleum Corporation all in Midland. He was the owner of BCT and Associates, and was co-owner of Tetraco and Energy Chem at the time of his passing.

Don's hobbies included fishing at Sam Rayburn Lake, golfing, sports, racing homing pigeons and flying, as he had a private pilot's license. He was a member of Ranchland Hills Golf Club.

Don is survived by his wife, Rosemary Cox of 48 years; one brother, James (Jim) Cox of Houston, a sister, Anna Lou Cox of Kemp; three sons, Mark Cox and wife Marsha of Midland, Paul Cox and wife Barbara of Carrollton, John Cox and wife Melynda of Graham; four grandchildren, Justin Cox of Holdenville, Oklahoma, Kyle of Carrollton, Wyatt and Catelynn of Graham; three step-grandchildren, Danny, Staci and Christa of Midland; and one great-grandchild Elias Cox of Holdenville, Oklahoma.

The family extends a special thanks to the caring staff of Hospice of Midland, and suggests memorials be made in Don's name to Hospice of Midland, 911 West Texas, Midland, Texas 79702 or to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
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Fleckenstein, Mary

BIG SPRING -- Mary "Frances" Fleckenstein, 87, of Big Spring, died Saturday, Jan. 13, in a local nursing home. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. today, Jan. 15, at Mount Olive Memorial Park with the Rev. Ken McMeans, pastor of College Baptist Church, officiating.

She was born Aug. 24, 1919, in Ft. Worth, and married Regis Fleckenstein in July 1936. He preceded her in death Nov. 3, 1984.

She was a member of College Baptist Church.

Survivors include one son, Roger Fleckenstein of Stanton; one daughter, Annetta Montgomery of Big Spring; one sister, Annetta Day of Ft. Worth; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents.

The family suggests memorials to College Baptist Church, 1105 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, 79720 or to Odyssey Hospice, 1003 E. FM 700, Big Spring, 79720.

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 1/15/2007.


Harris, Mattie

LAMESA -- Services for Mattie Harris, 79, of Midland will be today, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. at the Jackie Warren Funeral Home Chapel. She died Jan. 10, in Odessa and is survived by her husband, Tommie Harris of Midland. Interment will be in Dowson County Cemetery in Lamesa, under the direction of Jackie Warren Funeral Home.
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Harrison, Henry S. "Hank"

Henry S. "Hank" Harrison, of Midland, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2007.

He was born March 22, 1935 to Roy and Lillie Harrison in Marshall, Texas. One of seven children, Hank's siblings were Frank Harrison, Reuben and Roy Jennings, Betty and Geneva Jennings, and Wanda Adkinson. Hank proudly served his country in the U. S. Air Force for twenty years. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed with Dow Chemicals for five years, and was a bus driver for MISD for fifteen years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and step-daughter, Janice Faye Carmiencke.

Hank is survived by his wife, Marjorie Mozelle Harrison of Midland, TX; daughters, Debbie Gillis of Bancroft, MI; Dawn Thrion of Highland, MI; DeAnn Neet of Reed City, MI; and son, David Harrison of Santa Rosa, CA; step-son, Jack Chapman of Midland, TX; step-daughter, Sue Hubbard of Lanham, MD; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Monday, January 15, 2007 between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

Services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 16, 2007 in the Chapel at Resthaven Memorial Park-North. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, P. O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
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Hughey, Franklin

ANDREWS -- Services for Franklin D. "Cotton" Hughey, 77 of Andrews, will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at McKinney Acres Baptist Church. Officiating will be the Revs. James Beard and Jim Landry. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

He died in Odessa, Saturday, Jan. 13. He was born Nov. 22, 1929 at Roby, Texas. He married Lona Forgus at Portales, New Mexico. He was a member of McKinney Acres Baptist Church.

Survivors include; wife, Lona, Andrews; sons, Jim Murrell, Houston, John Murrell, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Frank Hughey, Brownwwood; daughter, Mary Canning, Boston, Mass.; sister Allene Whitaker, Georgetown; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. His son, Pete C. Hughey, preceded him in death.

To register or send condolences, go to www.mcnettfuneralhome.com.
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Marstrand, Margaret

BIG SPRING -- Margaret Frankie Marstrand, 99, of Midland, formerly of Big Spring died Saturday, Jan. 13, in Midland. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
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Moore, Melba

ANDREWS -- Services for Melba Moore, 80 of Andrews, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be the Rev. Cody Hull of Norcross, Ga. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

She died at the Home Hospice House in Odessa, Saturday, Jan. 13. She was born May 31, 1926. She married James Benton Moore in Boswell, Okla. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include three sons, Allen Moore, Mike Moore and Dennis Moore all of Andrews; one brother, Gary Roberts, Bangs; one sister, Lynell Daniels, Omaha; six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

One grandson preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Lary Roberts, Melvin Roberts and Leonard Degman and one sister Wanda Hilliard.

To register or send condolences, go to www.mcnettfuneralhome.com.
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Carter, Ronnie

BIG SPRING -- Ronnie Carter, 60, of Big Spring died Sunday, Jan. 14, at his residence. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
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Cox, Donald

Donald Ray Cox, 71, of Midland died Friday, Jan. 12, at a local hospital. The family received friends Monday, Jan. 15, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland.

He was born June 6, 1935 in Valley Mills to the late Pauline and Douglas Cox. He married Rosemary Voltin in 1958, in Waco. He served in U.S. Army.

He is survived by his wife; brother, James (Jim) Cox of Houston; sister, Anna Lou Cox of Kemp; sons, Mark Cox of Midland, Paul Cox of Carrollton and John Cox of Graham; four grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Memorials be made in Don's name to Hospice of Midland, 911 West Texas, Midland, 79702 or to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/16/2007.


Green, Howard R.

Howard R. Green passed away on the 14th of January 2007 in his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Kansas City, Missouri on July 2, 1927, Howard was a dedicated student of geology. He received his undergraduate degree from Wichita State University in 1949 and his Masters of Geology degree from Columbia University in 1952.

While working in Midland, Texas in 1951, Howard met his wife of 54 years, Anita Hill Sadtler. During those 54 years together, Howard and Anita were blessed with 5 children, 12 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

Howard was a distinguished Petroleum Geologist throughout Oklahoma and Texas. After retiring in 1992, Anita and Howard moved from Edmond, Oklahoma to Panorama Village Conroe, Texas. Panorama was the perfect location for them to pursue their love of playing golf as well as spending time with their amazing friends.

Howard was a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) among other geological and petroleum related organizations.

Howard is survived by his adoring wife, Anita Sadtler Green and loving children: son Russ Green and wife Pam of Magnolia, Texas, son Matthew Green of Grapevine, Texas, daughter Valerie Welps and husband John of Liberty, Texas, and daughter Anne Lorenz and husband Greg of Danville, California. Howard was preceded in death by his son Christopher Eric Green, mother, Erma Satterfield Green, brother Carl Green, and sister Amy Green Cooper.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 18th, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, 1803 Highland Hollow Drive, Conroe, Texas. In lieu of flowers the family has requested charitable contributions be made to: The Lighthouse Hospice 200 River Pointe Drive Suite 300 Conroe, Texas 77304.
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Harrison, Henry

Henry S. "Hank" Harrison, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 11.

He was born March 22, 1935 to Roy and Lillie Harrison in Marshall. One of seven children, Hank's siblings were Frank Harrison, Reuben Jennings, Roy Jennings, Betty Jennings, Geneva Jennings, and Wanda Adkinson. He served in the U. S. Air Force.

He was preceded in death by his parents and stepdaughter, Janice Faye Carmiencke.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Mozelle Harrison of Midland; daughters, Debbie Gillis of Bancroft, Mich., Dawn Thrion of Highland, Mich. and DeAnn Neet of Reed City, Mich.; son, David Harrison of Santa Rosa, Calif.; stepson, Jack Chapman of Midland; stepdaughter, Sue Hubbard of Lanham, Md.; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Services are scheduled for 11 a.m. today, Jan. 16, in the Chapel at Resthaven Memorial Park-North. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, P. O. Box 2621, Midland, 79702.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/16/2007.


Lozen, Norma

Norma Lozen, 88, died Friday, Jan. 12, at Parks Methodist Village in Odessa.

She was born Aug. 9, 1918 in Highland Park, Mich.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil A. Lozen, and two brothers, Reinhold Kitzmann and Harry Kitzmann.

She is survived by two sons, Dennis Cecil Lozen of Willis and Fred John Lozen of Lewes, Del.; one daughter, Carol Ann Cook of Midland; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.

Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to: Odyssey Hospice of Midland.

Services are being held 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 1/16/2007.


Marstrand, Margaret

BIG SPRING -- Margaret Frankie Marstrand, 99, died Saturday, Jan. 13, at her daughter's home in Midland. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at the First Presbyterian Church in Big Spring with Commissioned Lay Pastor Tom Koger officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. today at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.

She was born Nov. 24, 1907, in Sabanno, to Margaret Agnes and John Hollis. She married Charles Edwin Marstrand March 24, 1933, in Abilene. He preceded her in death Aug. 12, 1975. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Big Spring.

She is survived by two daughters, Frankie Alice Bartol and Charlotte Marie Meeks, both of Midland; four grandchildren; two great-granddaughters and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by one grandson, Harold Gene Bledsoe Jr.; one sister, Alice Richardson; and five brothers, Carl Hollis, Brent Hollis, Jacy Hollis, Col. William N. Hollis and Billy Hollis.

The family suggests memorials to the First Presbyterian Church, 701 Runnels, Big Spring, 79720, or Hospice of Midland, 911 W. Texas Street, Midland, 79701.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. You may also pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/16/2007.


Rountree, Shane

Shane A. Rountree, 46, died at a local hospital Sunday, Jan. 14. Services are pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/16/2007.
Hutsey-Harwell, Grayson

Grayson William Hutsey-Harwell, infant son of Will Harwell and Paige Hutsey, born, Nov. 24, 2006, died Monday, Jan. 15.

Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Metro East Baptist Church. Arrangements are under Broadway Mortuary, Wichita, Kan.

Other survivors include, grandparents, great-grandparents and uncles.

Memorials may be made to Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, Mo. - NICU Dept. and Via Christi St. Joseph Hospital, Wichita, Kan. - NICU Dept.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/17/2007.


Lozen, Norma

ODESSA -- Norma Lozen, 88, died Friday, Jan. 12, at Parks Methodist Village in Odessa.

She was born Aug. 9, 1918 in Highland Park, Mich. She was a homemaker all her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil A. Lozen, and two brothers, Reinhold Kitzmann and Harry Kitzmann.

She is survived by two sons, Dennis Cecil Lozen of Willis and Fred John Lozen of Lewes, Del.; one daughter, Carol Ann Cook of Midland; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.

There will be a memorial service for family and friends at a later date in Kerrville.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to: Odyssey Hospice of Odessa.

Family messages and condolences may be emailed to: pipkin@nts-online.net.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/17/2007.


Norris, Doyle Richard

Services for Doyle Richard Norris, age 66, of Lamesa, will be held on Thursday January 18, 2007, at 1:00 pm at the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Nathan McBride officiating burial will follow at Lamesa Memorial Park under the direction of Branon Funeral Home.

Doyle passed away on January 15, 2007 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock.

He was born October 28, 1940 in Lamesa, Texas to Olen & Mozelle Norris.

He married Nancy Taylor on June 16, 1962 in Lamesa, Texas.

Doyle was a loving husband, dad & granddad. He was a member of the First Baptist Church for many years. He worked as a Pharmacist and Farmer.

Survivors include, two daughters, Melissa Taylor & husband Michael and Pam Spraberry & husband Steve all of Dallas, son, Chad Norris & wife Kim of Midland, two sisters, Linda Boyd and Jean Sheets, seven grandchildren, Nick & Cody Taylor and Lexxi, Sam, & Jack Spraberry all of Dallas and Chase & Caden Norris of Midland.

Preceded in death by his parents, wife Nancy Norris and a brother Earl Norris.

Family suggests memorials to the First Baptist Church.
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Roundtree, Shane

Shane left this world to join his mother, father and brother in Heaven on Sunday, January 14, 2007. Shane was born in Midland on October 24, 1960 to E.B. and Neda Rountree. A native Midlander, Shane was known to all as a very special friend, mentor, father and husband. Shane put his family, friends and customers first and foremost. He did many things he never expected to be rewarded for, just knowing he was helping someone in need, whether it be with their vehicles, their personal needs, or someone to lean on, was reward enough for him. He was always there.

Shane's sense of humor was like none other, typically absorbing a conversation until the opportunity allowed him to share his unique perspective on the situation that would always end in laughter (typically his own). His culinary skills had been perfected over the years in many backyards in Midland, at the expense of those that loved him the most. He finally perfected the brisket (which started out as dry as his sense of humor but will forever be remembered as a work of art.)

Everyone who knew Shane knew of his absolute love of the Dallas Cowboys. From the flag he flew outside of his home on game days, to the stars on his truck, to his clothing and his Dallas Cowboy tribute room. Shane was the biggest Cowboy fan in the State of Texas, and quite possibly the world.

Shane married Deidra (Dedi) Lyn Northcutt on July 25, 1997. The two had been inseparable since. Shane's pride and joy were his children, Sacie Shae Rountree, Michael Todd Korthauer and Jami Lyn Korthauer. Shane's finest moments in his life were watching each of his children walk across the stage at their graduations in 2004, 2005 and 2006.

Shane had an extraordinary group of friends he always considered as an extended family. They always influenced his perspective on life for which he was thankful.

Shane leaves behind brothers Kyle Rountree of Lake Charles, LA; Rex Rountree of Midland and a sister Karen (Susie) Jones of San Angelo. He was preceded in death by his mother & father, Neda and E.B. Rountree and brother, Mike Rountree.

Memorial Service will be held Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. at Pipkin Funeral Home in Midland. In special honor of Shane and America's team, Dedi and the family request those wishing to attend wear Dallas Cowboys attire. Even the minister has agreed to abide by this request.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to either the American Heart Association or the Shane Rountree Memorial Fund. To donate to the Memorial Fund contact Michelle Woodward at Western National Bank.

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 1/17/2007.
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Taylor, Ruth L.

Ruth L. Taylor, 87, of Bent, New Mexico and formally of Odessa died Sunday, January 14, 2007 at her residence in Bent, NM. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at Sunset Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Rev. Clydel Chapman of Northside Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Mrs. Taylor was born April 24, 1919 in Elkins, New Mexico to Henry Alonzo and Ossie Lee Stephens White. She was raised just south of Roswell where her family farmed. She was educated in Dexter, NM. As a young girl she met James W. Taylor they were married February 1, 1938 in Roswell, NM. They moved to Odessa in 1939 and lived here till 1999. She worked at Winkler's in Odessa and Jab's in Midland. She retired in the mid 1980's. Member of Temple Baptist Church of Odessa and a member of the Eastern Star. The Taylor's moved to Bent, New Mexico in April 1999. Preceded in death by her parents and two sons; Wayne Taylor 1979 and Perry Taylor 1987.

Survivors include her husband, James of Bent, NM. Her sons, Robert Taylor and wife Raynette of Arlington, TX; Jack Taylor and wife Pam of Bent, NM. Nine grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren. Lots of extended family and good loving friends.
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Torres, Dorotea Heredia

Dorotea Heredia Torres, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2007 at the Hospice Inpatient Unit.

She was born on February 6, 1922 in Loving, N.M., to the late Rafael and Dolores Heredia. She was raised and educated in Loving, NM.

She later met and married Roman Torres in August 14, 1945. She was a homemaker most her life.

Dorotea enjoyed playing Bingo, cooking and loved being with her family. She was a member of the Red Hat Society.

Survivors include, her husband, Ramon Torres of Midland, TX; one son, Abraham Torres of Midland, TX; three daughters, Tomasa Mejia of California, Teresa DeLeon of Midland, TX and Maria Gomez of Fresno, CA; two brothers, Liberato Heredia of Midland, TX and Luis Heredia of California; three sisters, Virginia DeAnda, Rosa Leon and Herminia Tinoco all of Midland, TX; one uncle, Merejildo Heredia of Midland, TX. She is also survived by eighteen grandchildren, thirty-five great-grandchildren and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

Dorotea is preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Lorenzo Heredia, Rafael Heredia and Juan Heredia.

Pallbearers are Isaac DeLaRosa Jr., Julian DeLaRosa, Andrew Hinojosa, Rowy DeLeon, Ray DeLeon Jr. and Ysidro Rodriguez

Honorary Pallbearers are Leonel Caballero and Herby Garcia Jr.

Memorials may be directed to: Hospice of Midland.

Funeral Service will be held Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 11:00 am at Pipkin Chapel. Internment 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/17/2007.
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Weatherby, Ima

IRAAN -- Ima Jewel Weatherby, 77 of Iraan, died Monday, Jan. 15, in the Home Hospice House in Odessa.

Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan, 17, at the Iraan Church of Christ. Burial will follow in the Restland Cemetery in Iraan with arrangements under the direction of Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home.

She was born Sept. 14, 1929 in Lampasas. She was longtime resident of Iraan, living there since 1950. She was very active in the community of Iraan, volunteering in various duties for the Pecos County Tax Office, the Justice of the Peace, the Iraan Senior Citizens, and had been a member of the Restland Cemetery Association. She was a member of the Iraan Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie James Weatherby, and her parents, Lessie and Cleo Napier.

She is survived by her son, James Weatherby of Magnolia; two sisters, Ina June Wheeler of Crane; and Skeet McClenehan of Midland; a brother, Joe Napier of Crane; and four grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/17/2007.

Arismendez, Logia V. "Lois"

Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. today at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Lubbock with the Rev. Andres Mendoza officiating. Burial will follow in Dawson County Cemetery, Lamesa under the direction of Rix Funeral Directors.

Mrs. Arismendez passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2007 in DeSoto.

She was born March 11, 1933 in Austin.

Survivors include a daughter, Dora Arismendez of DeSoto; two sons, Merced Arismendez of Carrollton and Julio Arismendez II and wife Raquel of Lubbock; a grandson, Mark Arismendez; two granddaughters, Haylie Arismendez and Miranda Ramirez; four great granddaughters; five sisters, Simona, Jane and Benita Vasquez, Aurelia Gomez all of Lubbock, Frances Ozuna of Midland; and a brother, Merced Vasquez of Lubbock

Her husband Julio V. Arismendez and her beloved grandson, Julio Arismendez, III, precede her in death.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.
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Blocker, Mary

Mary Blocker of Midland died Tuesday, Jan. 16. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.


Gamble, Ricky

Ricky Gamble, 48, of Big Spring died Wednesday, Jan. 17, in Midland. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.


Gatliff, Francyse

BIG SPRING -- Francyse Gatliff, 84, of Big Spring, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, in a local hospital. Her services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.


Helton, Sydnie W.

ODESSA -- Sydnie W. "Sid" Helton, 80, of Andrews died Tuesday, Jan. 16, in Odessa.

Services are pending with McNett Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.


Lovell, Lillian

Lillian Lovell of Midland died Wednesday, Jan. 17. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.


Rountree, Shane Allen

Shane left this world to join his mother, father and brother in Heaven on Sunday, January 14, 2007. Shane was born in Midland on October 24, 1960 to E.B. and Neda Rountree. A native Midlander, Shane was known to all as a very special friend, mentor, father and husband. Shane put his family, friends and customers first and foremost. He did many things he never expected to be rewarded for, just knowing he was helping someone in need, whether it be with their vehicles, their personal needs, or someone to lean on, was reward enough for him. He was always there.

Shane's sense of humor was like none other, typically absorbing a conversation until the opportunity allowed him to share his unique perspective on the situation that would always end in laughter (typically his own). His culinary skills had been perfected over the years in many backyards in Midland, at the expense of those that loved him the most. He finally perfected the brisket (which started out as dry as his sense of humor but will forever be remembered as a work of art.)

Everyone who knew Shane knew of his absolute love of the Dallas Cowboys. From the flag he flew outside of his home on game days, to the stars on his truck, to his clothing and his Dallas Cowboy tribute room. Shane was the biggest Cowboy fan in the State of Texas, and quite possible the world.

Shane married Deidra (Dedi) Lyn Northcutt on July 25, 1997. The two had been inseparable since. Shane's pride and joy were his children, Sacie Shae Rountree, Michael Todd Korthauer and Jami Lyn Korthauer. Shane's finest moments in his life were watching each of his children walk across the stage at their graduations in 2004,2 005 and 2006.

Shane had an extraordinary group of friends he always considered as an extended family. They always influenced his perspective on life for which he was thankful.

Shane leaves behind brother's Kyle Rountree of Lake Charles, LA; Rex Rountree of Midland and a sister Karen (Susie) Jones of San Angelo. He was preceded in death by his mother & father, Neda and E.B. "Stumpy" Rountree and brother, Mike Rountree.

Memorial Service will be held Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. at Pipkin Funeral Home in Midland. In special honor of Shane and America's team, Dedi and the family request those wishing to attend wear Dallas Cowboys attire. Even the minister has agreed to abide by this request.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to either the American Heart Association or the Shane Rountree Memorial Fund. To donate to the Memorial Fund contact Michelle Woodward at Western National Bank.

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 1/18/2007.
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Teed, David L.

David L. Teed, 60, of Wichita Falls, died Friday, January 12, 2007.

The memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, January 19, 2007, at the Agape House of Prayer for All People, with the Rev. Mack Ingram, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls.

A son of the late Lawrence and Bernice (Bean) Teed, he was born August 5, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan. In August of 1963, he enlisted in the U. S. Air Force. He proudly served our country during Vietnam and was discharged as a Staff Sergeant in 1971. Mr. Teed worked as a sales manager for Waste Management for seventeen years and later for Trend Western at Sheppard Air Force Base, until 2003. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Teed in 2002.

Survivors include his children, James Teed of Wichita Falls; Robert Teed and wife, Karen of Carrollton; and Kim Jones and husband, A. J., of Wichita Falls; grandchildren, Sarah Teed of Fort Worth; Amber Jones of Wichita Falls; Kiera Jones of Wichita Falls; Ben Teed of Carrollton; and Will Teed of Carrollton; his sisters, Diane Whitehead of Jackson, Michigan and Linda Randall of Garden City, Michigan.

For those desiring, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Texhoma Cancer Center.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/18/2007.
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Torres, Dorotea

Dorotea Heredia Torres, 84, died Monday, Jan. 15, at the Hospice Inpatient Unit.

She was born Feb. 6, 1922 in Loving, N.M. to Rafael and Dolores Heredia.

She married Ramon Torres of Midland on Aug. 14, 1945.

Survivors include, her husband; son, Abraham Torres of Midland; three daughters, Tomasa Mejia of Calif., Teresa DeLeon of Midland and Maria Gomez of Fresno, Calif.; two brothers, Liberato Heredia of Midland and Luis Heredia of Calif.; three sisters, Virginia DeAnda, Rosa Leon and Herminia Tinoco all of Midland and one uncle. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Lorenzo Heredia, Rafael Heredia and Juan Heredia.

Service will be held today, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. at Pipkin Chapel. Internment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland.

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 1/18/2007.

Blocker, Mary

Mary Katherine Blocker, of Midland, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, January 16, 2007.

Our loving mother Mary was born on February 5, 1926 in Hillsboro, Texas to Alonzo Rufus Sparks and Lizzie Leona Sparks. She was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Blocker, Sr., her daughter, Kay Butler, one sister, and many brothers.

Mary is survived by her son, Jim Blocker, Jr., and his wife, Dalynn, of Midland, TX; daughter, Janette Burdine of Midland, TX; Bill Burdine of California; granddaughters, Lynette Paoli of California; Paula Link of Midland, TX; and Melody Dupay of Oregon; grandsons, Brad, Jared and Sterling Blocker, and Bruce Butler, all of Midland, TX; Gary G. Middaugh II, and Shawn Burdine, both of California; sister, Emma Giles of Michigan; brothers, Melvin Sparks of North Carolina; and Roger Sparks of California; and numerous great-grandchildren.

The family would like to thank her wonderful friends, family, and neighbors who helped her during her time of need and all the prayers that went up for her.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 19, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Ken Redmond of Abundant Life Church of Midland 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.
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Campa, Jose

Jose Ramon Campa, 74, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, at his residence.

He was born Feb. 18, 1932 Cuba Durango, Mexico to the late Jose and Julia Campa.

He attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Rafael Campa; two brothers, Cesario and Rosalio Campa and two sisters, Esperanza Chilton and Antonia Tonchis.

Survivors include four sons, Phil Campa of Newport Beach, Calif., Juan Antonio Campa and Ricardo Campa both of Midland and Cesar Campa of Mexico; four daughters: Margarita Chavez, Julia Barraza, Susana Canava and Patricia C. Vargas all of Midland; one sister, Socorro Cerda of Mexico; 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Prayer services will be held at 7 p.m. today, Jan. 19 in the Pipkin Chapel. Services will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Services are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home. Family messages and condolences may be e-mailed to pipkin@nts-online.net.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


DelaCerda, Eva

SAN ANGELO -- Eva Arellano DelaCerda died Tuesday, Jan. 16 in San Angelo. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan DelaCerda; and son, Daniel DelaCerda. She is survived by her daughters, Adela Shelburne, Elia Mendoza and Inez Mendoza; sons John DelaCerda, Joe DelaCerda of Midland and Armando DelaCerda; brother, Javier Aguirre, 25 grandchildren, numerous great-great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Angelo. Rosary was held Thursday, Jan. 18 at Lange Funeral Home Chapel. Celebration of the Mass of Resurrection will be 2 p.m. today, Jan. 19 at St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Ballinger with interment at Latin-American Cemetery, Ballinger.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


Glass, Helen

Helen Glass, 84, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 18, in Midland. Viewing will be Sunday, Jan. 21, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. Memorial services will be held 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Manor Park in Midland.

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 1/19/2007.


Gordon III, William D. "Bill"

William "Bill" D. Gordon III, of Midland, died Wednesday, Jan. 17.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, Jan. 21, between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


Hannon, Charles Edward

Faith is not the clinging to a shrine but an endless pilgrimage of the heart Audacious longing, burning songs, daring thoughts, an impulse overwhelming the heart - these are all a drive toward [loving the One] who rings our heart like a bell.

--Abraham Heschel

Charles Edward Hannon went Home January 17, 2007, surrounded by his family. The great-grandson and grandson of pioneer oil and gas producers, he was born June 25, 1928, to Paul and Mary Barry Hannon in the oil boom town of Bradford, Pennsylvania

World War II was over when Charles at 17, the high school graduate, joined the U.S. Army to qualify for the G.I. Bill of Rights. He was stationed at Ft. Bliss in EI Paso, arriving there by train. During this trip from Pennsylvania, he took note of the warm weather and miles of derricks as he passed through the Permian Basin. Arriving in Trieste, Italy, he was assigned to the 88th Infantry Division/Cannon Company. When the 10th Mountain Division planned to reinstate the ski troops, Charles was selected as a member, training in Cortina, Italy and Switzerland. The last six months of his tour of duty were served stateside at Ft. Tauten in Bayside, Long Island.

After attending Bryant Stratton Business School in Buffalo, New York, he left to pursue the interest he had for life, the oil business. Field superintendent for Marathon Oil Company in Nebraska two winters, Charles was in charge of two drilling rigs and well service units in the D-J Basin. But he remembered Texas, the derricks and the weather and arrived in Midland in 1952. He continued to work for Marathon and graduated from Odessa College, where he met his wife of 53 years, Betty Sue McDougle. A field engineer for Lion Oil Company (Monsanto) in Snyder for two years, he left with wife and two small children to complete his education in 1960 at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico, obtaining degrees in math and chemistry.

Working as a production engineer for Texas Pacific Coal and Oil Company in Odessa until 1963, Charles established his own business, as a consulting engineer for several years before becoming an independent. At the time of his death, he worked with his two sons Ted and Terry, both oil and gas operators, acquiring production in Midland and Ector Counties. He was filled with pride knowing his four oldest grandsons are engineering students.

Preceded in death by his parents, Charles is survived by his wife, Betty; his oldest son Ted, wife Susan of Midland, and their two sons Sean and Trevor, engineering students attending the University of Salzburg, Austria; his daughter, Brenna McCurry, husband Brian and their son Cody, engineering student at OC and daughter Kelcie, all of Odessa, and son, Cole, engineering student at UT Arlington; and his youngest son, Terence, wife Rene' and children Alex, Morgan, and Brady, all of Midland. He is also survived by two brothers, Tom of Punta Gorda, Florida; Bill of Atlanta, Texas; two sisters, Christine Cowan of Tulia, Texas and Mary Jo Hellman of Lufkin, Texas, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland. The family wishes to thank the care and generosity of Hospice of Midland, Inc., and requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to this wonderful organization. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/19/2007 - 1/21/2007.
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Helton, Sydnie

ANDREWS -- Sydnie W. 'Syd' Helton, 80, of Andrews died Tuesday, Jan. 16, at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.

Services will be 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. The Rev. Alvin Petty, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

He was born Oct. 29, 1926 in Muldoon. He married Billie Ruth Dupree Nov. 18, 1946 in San Angelo. She served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict.

He is survived by, his wife, Billie Helton of Andrews; one daughter, Sandra Kay Gibson and her husband Lynn of La Grange; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


Hodges, LaVona

ODESSA -- LaVona Mae Hodges, 68, of Odessa died Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Medical Center Hospital. She was born Nov. 13, 1938 in Odessa to Ben and Lois (Burleson) Maples. She married Kenneth L. Hodges March 4, 1983 in Las Vegas.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Lois Hill; father, Ben Maples; and brothers, Charles Cobb and Eugene Maples.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Leroy Hodges of Odessa; sons, William Eugene Hudnall, Cullen Lee Hudnall both of Odessa, Johnny Hodges of Albuquerque, N.M., Jimmy Hodges of Odessa; daughters, LaTeresa Gail Jennette of Sugarland, Kennie McClinton of Odessa, Cathey Bumstead of White Cloud, MI; father, L.A. Hill of Midland; brother, Ben Maples of Odessa; sisters, Captola Elaine Tadlock of Odessa, Pat Henderson of Midland, 15 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jimmy Braswell officiating.

Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Services are entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


Lowery, Fred

Fred H. Lowery, 76, of Odessa died at Regency Hospital Wednesday, Jan. 17 after a short illness. He was born Jan. 24, 1930 to Eulas and Mildred Lowery at Knoxville, Tenn. He served in the U.S. Navy. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, J.T. Lowery; sister, Barbara Lewis; sons, Fred Lowery Jr. and Wayne Lowery.

He is survived by his wife Betty; brother, Kenneth Lowery of Tucson, Ariz.; daughters, Brenda Norris of Odessa and Cindy Walker of Knoxville, Tenn. One granddaughter, four grandsons and seven great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home for visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. today, Jan. 19. Services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, in the chapel at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with the Rev. Amon Langston officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.


Scrivner, Mary Lou

ARLINGTON -- Mary Lou Scrivner, 87, a homemaker, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2007 in Arlington.

Funeral: Saturday, 11:00 a.m. at Wade Family Funeral Home Chapel, 4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington with Dr. David George officiating. Burial: Sunday, 2:00 p.m. at Rockport Cemetery, Rockport, TX. Visitation: The family will receive friends Friday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Wade Family Funeral Home.

Memorials: Memorial gifts may be made to the First Baptist Church of Rockport or Lake Arlington Baptist Church.

Mary was born on July 24, 1919 in Mullin, TX to Calvin and Lucille Tyson Preston. She was a graduate of Mullin High School. Mary married R.D. Scrivner on April 10, 1937. She was a co-owner of Sandra Courts in Rockport for 20 years. Mary remained active in her home church and most recently was a member of the Lake Arlington Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, R.D. Scrivner.

Pallbearers: Bill McKown, Dr. Greg Ennis, Randy Friday, Frank Firneno, Phil Gross, Bob Carroll, Ted Smith, and Barry Ennis.

Survivors: Daughters, Mary Judith Coston and husband, Charles of Midland, and Carolyn Bearden and husband, Bill of Arlington; sisters, Joyce Gross of Royce City and Sharon Geis of Tulsa, OK; and 6 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.
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Smith, Daraliene Elaine

Daraliene Elaine Smith passed away January 15, 2007 in Del Rio, Texas. She was born April 1, 1939 in Denver, Colorado. Daraliene was a schoolteacher, with SFDRISD, beginning in 1987 at Lamar Elementary and then at Calderon Elementary School. She was also an officer with Delta Kappa Gamma and a member of the Eastern Stars of Ruth Chapter in Deming, New Mexico. She is survived by her husband Jimmy Smith of Del Rio, Texas; Sons: Brad Lee Smith of Lake City, Colorado and Stacy Lee Smith of Midland, Texas; Grandson: Dylen Smith of Lake City, Colorado; Cousins: Sandy Murray of Escondido, California and Glenda "Sig" Potter of Nevada; Nieces: Cindy Mintz of Ramona, California and Jeanne Norton of Poway, California.

In Lieu of Usual Remembrances donations can be made to Hospice of Val Verde Regional Medical Clinic, P.O. Box 1334, Del Rio, Texas 78841 or First Presbyterian Church, Del Rio, Texas.

Memorial funeral service will be Friday, January 19, 2007 at 5:30 P.M, at the First Presbyterian Church at 220 Spring Street, Del Rio, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Dan Snider.

Funeral arrangements with G.W. Cox Memorial Funeral Home, LTD of Del Rio, 114 Fletcher Drive, Del Rio, Texas. 78840.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.
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Zilai, Emil

BIG SPRING -- Emil Zilai, 75, of Big Spring, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, in a local hospital. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/19/2007.
Collins, Leatrice Joy

ANDREWS -- Services for Leatrice Joy Collins, 79, of Andrews, will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, graveside in Andrews West Cemetery. Officiating will be the Rev. Rick Doyle. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

She died Thursday, Jan. 18, in Kermit Nursing Home. She was born Feb. 6, 1927 in Hope, Ark. She married Stewart Collins on Feb. 6, 1972 in Snyder. She was a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Stewart Collings of Andrews; step-children, Don Collins of Oklahoma, Steve Collins of Andrews; one daughter, Sandra Guthrie of Andrews; one brother, William Nelson of Mena, Ark.; sisters Melba Kelsey and Esther Ruth Parker, both of Henderson, and three grandchildren.

To register or send condolences, go to www.mcnettfuneralhome.com
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/20/2007.


Crawford, Sarah

Sarah Crawford, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 18.

She was born Dec. 10, 1933 to Clarence Pete Lemay and Nona Grace Whitlow Lemay in Rusk. On Oct. 8, 1951, she married Carl E. Crawford in Terrell. She was a member of Cotton Flat Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband, Carl E. Crawford of Midland; sons, Joe Crawford of Midland, and Jerry Crawford of Coahoma; brothers, George and Claude Lemay; four grandsons; one granddaughter, and two great-grandchildren.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Cotton Flat Baptist Church with the Rev. Rick Holeman 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/20/2007.


Daves, Lee

BIG SPRING -- Lee Daves, 74, of Big Spring died Friday, Jan. 19, at his residence. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/20/2007.


Gamble, Ricky

BIG SPRING -- Ricky Gamble, 48, of Big Spring died Wednesday, Jan. 17, at a local hospital. Services will be at 2 p.m. today, Jan. 20 at Myers & Smith Chapel with burial at Trinity Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7-8 p.m. Friday at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.

He was born June 22, 1958, in Big Spring to Pat and Prentice Gamble. He was a Baptist.

He is survived by his wife, Lesa Gamble of Big Spring; two sons, Kenneth Gamble of Flower Mound, and Kasey Huckabee of Big Spring; one daughter, Kendra Carlile of Big Spring; one granddaughter; father, Prentice Gamble of Big Spring; and one brother, Randy Gamble of Midland.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Pat Gamble.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/20/2007.


Glass, Helen Lucille

Helen Lucille Glass, 84, of Midland, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2007 in Midland. Her viewing will be Sunday, January 21, 2007 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM Monday, January 22, 2007 at Manor Park Chapel in Midland with Rev. Jay Mayo, officiating, and private graveside services will also be held at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Helen was born on October 23, 1922 to Glen and Forest Evans. She married Robert Glass in 1942 in Columbus, Ohio. Robert preceded her in death.

Helen worked in the Accounting Department at Marietta Memorial Hospital until she retired. She was a devoted employee and admired by everyone who knew her. Helen came to Midland three years ago to be near her family. She loved her Lord. Helen was a member of the Baptist Church and attended services at Manor Park.

One of the things that Helen loved the most was entertaining people in nursing homes with her singing and piano playing as well as singing and playing in church. She would take little gifts to pass out which gave much joy to the residents. She was an avid campaigner for the Republican Party in Marietta, Ohio and a member of the Republican Women of Midland. Helen was very active in the Eastern Star organization her entire life. Her hobby was breeding, training and showing American Saddlebred Horses in Ohio.

Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lou and Mark Wilson of Midland; a sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Walter Lyon of Lucasville, Ohio; a niece, Heather and her husband, John Echols of Midland, and their children, Tarabeth, John-Mark, and Wilson; a niece, Holly and her husband, Roger Elliott of Midland, and their children, Carson, Forest Wallace and Cody; a nephew, Todd Wilson and his wife, Carol of Midland, and their son, Colton; a nephew, Scott Wilson and his wife, Cindy of Austin, and their children, Ryan, Shelby and Garrett; a niece, Lexie Lyon, and nephews, Shawn and Christopher Lyon. She was also survived by a great, great niece, Lynnley Wallace, daughter of Forest and Mike Wallace.

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 from 1/20/2007 - 1/21/2007.
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Gordon III, William D. "Bill"

William "Bill" D. Gordon III, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2007.

He was born July 1, 1937 to W. D. Gordon, Jr. and Marjorie Merritt Gordon in Lamar County, Texas. Bill graduated from Aledo High School in 1956. On April 19, 1958, he married Martha Spann.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Dale Gordon, and father-in-law, O. L. Spann.

Bill is survived by his wife, Martha Gordon of Midland, TX; sons, Kirk Gordon and his wife, Terri, of Luling, LA; Wade Gordon and his wife, Kris, of Midland, TX; daughters, Mary Johnson and her husband, Alan, of Holland, TX; and Carrie Simpson and her husband, Jack, of Arlington, TX; eight grandchildren, Stacie and Kyle Gordon, Brittney and Courtney Gordon, Taylor Hanson, Shane Johnson, and Matthew and Alex Simpson; sister, Judy Thouvenel of Aledo, TX; aunt, Adell Merritt of Midland, TX; mother-in-law, Mary Spann of Lipan, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, January 21, 2007 between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Monday, January 22, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702 or Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, Texas 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/20/2007 - 1/21/2007.
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Hannon, Charles Edward

Faith is not the clinging to a shrine but an endless pilgrimage of the heart Audacious longing, burning songs, daring thoughts, an impulse overwhelming the heart - these are all a drive toward [loving the One] who rings our heart like a bell.

--Abraham Heschel

Charles Edward Hannon went Home January 17, 2007, surrounded by his family. The great-grandson and grandson of pioneer oil and gas producers, he was born June 25, 1928, to Paul and Mary Barry Hannon in the oil boom town of Bradford, Pennsylvania

World War II was over when Charles at 17, the high school graduate, joined the U.S. Army to qualify for the G.I. Bill of Rights. He was stationed at Ft. Bliss in EI Paso, arriving there by train. During this trip from Pennsylvania, he took note of the warm weather and miles of derricks as he passed through the Permian Basin. Arriving in Trieste, Italy, he was assigned to the 88th Infantry Division/Cannon Company. When the 10th Mountain Division planned to reinstate the ski troops, Charles was selected as a member, training in Cortina, Italy and Switzerland. The last six months of his tour of duty were served stateside at Ft. Tauten in Bayside, Long Island.

After attending Bryant Stratton Business School in Buffalo, New York, he left to pursue the interest he had for life, the oil business. Field superintendent for Marathon Oil Company in Nebraska two winters, Charles was in charge of two drilling rigs and well service units in the D-J Basin. But he remembered Texas, the derricks and the weather and arrived in Midland in 1952. He continued to work for Marathon and graduated from Odessa College, where he met his wife of 53 years, Betty Sue McDougle. A field engineer for Lion Oil Company (Monsanto) in Snyder for two years, he left with wife and two small children to complete his education in 1960 at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico, obtaining degrees in math and chemistry.

Working as a production engineer for Texas Pacific Coal and Oil Company in Odessa until 1963, Charles established his own business, as a consulting engineer for several years before becoming an independent. At the time of his death, he worked with his two sons Ted and Terry, both oil and gas operators, acquiring production in Midland and Ector Counties. He was filled with pride knowing his four oldest grandsons are engineering students.

Preceded in death by his parents, Charles is survived by his wife, Betty; his oldest son Ted, wife Susan of Midland, and their two sons Sean and Trevor, engineering students attending the University of Salzburg, Austria; his daughter, Brenna McCurry, husband Brian and their son Cody, engineering student at OC and daughter Kelcie, all of Odessa, and son, Cole, engineering student at UT Arlington; and his youngest son, Terence, wife Rene' and children Alex, Morgan, and Brady, all of Midland. He is also survived by two brothers, Tom of Punta Gorda, Florida; Bill of Atlanta, Texas; two sisters, Christine Cowan of Tulia, Texas and Mary Jo Hellman of Lufkin, Texas, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland. The family wishes to thank the care and generosity of Hospice of