Brown, Gordon W.

Gordon Wonnacott Brown, age 92 of Manhattan, died Monday, January 15, 2007 at his residence.

He was born on May 20, 1914 in Coffeyville, KS, the son of Thomas and Elva (Mark) Brown.

On February 12, 1942 in Manhattan, KS, he was united in marriage to Ollie Frances Fuller. She preceded him in death on April 30, 2004.

Gordon graduated from Kansas State University with three engineering degrees that were essential during his time in the military. With the attack on Pearl Harbor, Gordon was called to active duty as a commissioned officer in the Signal Corps of the U.S. Army. Because of his academic achievements and employment with Halliburton, he was given the command of a unique radar company. Radar technology was then new and extreme revolutionary concept which required personnel with a high degree of electronic skills and training. In 1942 the unit was moved to Australia and placed under the command of General MacArthur in preparation for his push through the South Pacific, New Guinea, Phillippines and to Japan. Gordon continued to command through WWII, having attained the rank of Major. His service was of singular credit to himself, his command and the U.S. Army.

After WWII, he was a highway contractor and owned and operated Brown Brothers Construction with his brothers, Sealy and Thomas Brown until 1957. They then reformed the company to be only Gordon and Thomas. Brown Brothers Construction worked on the Kansas Turnpike, Tuttle Creek Dam and most state lakes around Kansas.

He was a member of the V.F.W., American Legion, Elks Lodge, Sertoma International, Kansas State University Alumni Association, Kansas Contractor's Association, Manhattan Country Club and Stagg Hill Golf Course. He loved golf in retirement and even landed a hole in one at Del Rio, TX.

He is survived by one daughter, Nancy McNerney and her husband, Charles of Midland, TX; one son, Thomas G. Brown of Columbia, SC; one brother, Thomas Brown of Manhattan; one sister, Elizabeth Scott of Urbana, IL; two grandchildren, Robyn Winslett of Mobile, AL and Robert White of New York, NY and one great-granddaughter, Callie Farris of Lubbock, TX.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by one brother, Sealy Brown.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday January 22, 2007 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Rev. R.C. McConnell officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery with military honors.

The family will receive friends from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. Sunday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen.

Online condolences may be left for the family through our website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com.

A memorial has been established Meals on Wheels. Memorial contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.
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Crawford, Sarah

Sarah Crawford, of Midland, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, January 18, 2007.

She was born December 10, 1933 to Clarence Pete Lemay and Nona Grace Whitlow Lemay in Rusk, Texas. Sarah was raised and educated primarily in Big Spring, Texas. On October 8, 1951, she married Carl E. Crawford in Terrell, Texas. Prior to her retirement, Sarah was an independent insurance agent. She was a member of Cotton Flat Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Sarah is survived by her husband, Carl E. Crawford of Midland, TX; sons and daughters-in-law, Joe and Sally Crawford of Midland, TX; and Jerry and Sonya Crawford of Coahoma, TX; brothers, George and Claude Lemay; grandsons, Chris Crawford, Mike Crawford and his wife, Denise, all of Midland, TX; Rusty Crawford and Ricky Crawford, both of Coahoma, TX; granddaughter, Traci Crawford of Midland, TX; and two great-grandchildren, Skylar and Shelby.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Cotton Flat Baptist Church with Reverend Rick Holeman officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be James Norton, Dallas Brewer, Chris Crawford, Mike Crawford, Rusty Crawford and Ricky Crawford. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.
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Daves, Lee

BIG SPRING -- Lee Daves, 74, of Big Spring died Friday, Jan. 19, at his residence. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Myers & Smith Chapel with the Rev. Jess Colgrove officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. today, Jan. 21, at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.

He was born May 28, 1932, in Kansas City, Kan. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Air Force. He was a Christian. He married Sue Hodnett, March 14, 2006, in Big Spring.

He is survived by his wife, Sue of Big Spring; one daughter, Roni Price of Ellenton, Florida; one son, Gregory Borland of Miami, Fla.; two step-daughters, Anita McNelly of Moore, Okla. and Kathy Tolle of Euless, and seven grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wanda and Weldon Hall.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.


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 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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Hernandez, Maria

Maria Florencia "Flora" Hernandez, 84, went to be with her heavenly father on Friday, January 19, 2007.

She was born on November 2, 1922 in Marfa, Texas where she was raised and educated.

Flora met and married the late Alfonso M. Hernandez in September 29, 1945.

Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez moved to Midland in 1950 where they resided for the rest of their lives. They raised four wonderful children.

Flora was a homemaker but most of all she was devoted to her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other loved ones.

She enjoyed cooking and mainly being a caregiver to her family and friends.

Flora was a devout Catholic. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Flora was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso M. Hernandez; her parents, Cesario and Maria B. Hernandez and one brother, Teofilo Hernandez Sr.

She is survived by two sons, Alfonso Jr. and wife Virginia Hernandez of San Antonio, Texas and Cesario and wife Amelia Hernandez of Midland; two daughters, Evangelina and husband Manuel Catano of Midland and Cynthia and husband Arthur Morales also of Midland; one brother, Miguel and wife Lila Hernandez of Midland; two sisters, Consuelo Lujan of Las Cruces, NM and Maria and husband Jesus Reyes of Midland ; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nephews, nieces and a host of friends.

Pallbearers are Gilbert Hernandez, Richard Rodriguez Jr., Stephen Rodriguez, Christopher Morales, Alfonso M. Hernandez III, Carlos Hernandez, David Rodriguez and Michael Morales.

Honorary pallbearer is Joey Kingery.

Rosary in English will be held Sunday, January 21, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Pipkin Chapel. Rosary in Spanish will be held Monday, January 22, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Pipkin Chapel. Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 1:00 pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Memorials may be directed to: Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1405 Garden Lane, Midland, TX. 79701 or to: Dr. Gregory Bartha Health Sciences Scholarship Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX. 79705

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 1/21/2007.
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Lovell, Lillian LaRue Belyeu

Lillian LaRue Belyeu Lovell, of Midland, died Wednesday, Jan. 17.

She was born to Ruben B. Belyeu and Vera L. Jones Belyeu in Cross Plains, Aug. 27, 1925. She met Lionel Doyle Lovell and were married March 7, 1944 in Cross Plains.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Doyle, brother, Bill Belyeu, and son, Ron Lovell. She is survived by three grandchildren and three great-grandsons.

Services have been scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. at Cross Plains Cemetery in Cross Plains. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.


Oxford, Shelia Ozelma

Shelia Ozelma Oxford, 82, of Midland, Texas died Wednesday, January 17, 2007.

Shelia was born April 6, 1924 in Emory, Texas. She married Percival Marvin "PM" Oxford on June 10, 1939. They had three children, Dixie, Charles and Shirley. She worked as a beautician for 4 years and with the Midland Independent School District as a food-service worker for 27 years. Shelia had resided in Midland since 1958.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Percival Marvin "PM" Oxford, daughter, Dixie Oxford, three brothers, R.V. Perkins, Jimmy Marrow, and Dale Mitchell Marrow, and one sister, Dorothy Short.

Shelia is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Betty Oxford of Midland, TX; her daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Bill Rains of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Quanah of Georgetown, TX; four grandchildren, Shelia and Marty Kaiser, and Clifton and Kim Rains, all of Phoenix, AZ; Brandey and Chris Ackerman of Austin, TX; Jamie and Bradley Dickinson of Midland, TX; seven great-grandchildren, Tatum, Josiah, Justis, Hailey, Braxten, Lauren, and Braden.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, January 21, 2007 between the hours of 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Monday, January 22, 2007 at the Church of God, 5300 Thomason Drive, with Reverend Milford R. Thomason officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Clifton Rains, Chris Ackerman, Marty Kaiser, Bradley Dickinson, Kenneth Pruitt, Danny Perkins, Danny Pruitt, and Mike Winford. 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 1/20/2007 - 1/21/2007.
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Seijas, Haydee

Haydee Seijas, of Midland, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2007.

She was born January 1, 1922 to Guillermo Seijas and Adelaida Perdomo Seijas in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Haydee is survived by her children, Carmen, Francisco, Gisela, and Mario; twelve grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.

Services will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Local arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.
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Starr, Geneva

BIG SPRING -- Geneva Faye Moore Starr, 92, of Big Spring, died Friday, Jan. 19, in a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Elwin Collom, pastor of Hillcrest Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

She was born to Ernest Moore and Ruthie Stevens Moore in Valley Creek, in Nolan County, Nov. 19, 1914. She married Henry George (Hank) Starr Feb. 22, 1939 in Lovington, NM. He preceded her in death Feb. 23, 1984.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Big Spring for more than 50 years.

Survivors include a son, Tony Starr from the Houston; two daughters, Sharon Sneed of Big Spring, and Debbie Denning of Austin; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, Windell Moore of Dallas; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death are her parents, a brother, Glen (Red) Moore; two sisters, Ernestine Creek and Olene Davie; a daughter, Ruth Greer and a daughter-in-law.

The family suggests memorials to Home Hospice, 111 E. 7th St., Suite A, Big Spring, 79720 or to the donor's 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 1/21/2007.


Talbot, Allison

Allison Burr Talbot, or as he preferred "Al", was born on June 1, 1910 in Beatrice, Nebraska and passed away Thursday, January 18, 2007 in Midland, Texas at the age of 96.

In 1932, Al married Bessie Louis Stevens and they had four children. He served in the Nebraska National Guard until World War II when he volunteered for the draft to serve in the United States Navy. He was assigned to the USS Rockwall in the Pacific Theater. Among his decorations is the Navy Combat Action Medal. After the war he rejoined the National Guard as patriotism was a key element to him. In 1953, Northern Natural Gas Company hired him and transferred the family to Fort Stockton as an electrician working for the Midland District Office. In 1954, he moved the family to Hobbs, New Mexico. In 1959, he was promoted to district engineer and moved to the Midland office. The company was purchased and the name was changed to ENRON. Al retired from ENRON in 1975 and took up RVing for a while. He was active in the SUEZ Shrine, York Rite and Scottish Rite activities, served as Master of his Lodge, also served ad Deputy Grand Master for the local Masonic District, served many years as Lodge secretary and really enjoyed the esoteric work. Al was a member of the National Sojourners, a HERO of '76, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. He found time to serve the Texas State Guard where he was promoted through the ranks to Lieutenant Colonel and later retired as a Colonel.

He was preceded in death by his wife, and a daughter, Linda Joyce Jones.

Al is survived by two sons, Charles L. Talbot and his wife, Sue, of Fort Worth, TX; and Donald G. Talbot of Fayetteville, NC; and daughter, Susan Carol Stephan and her husband, Clinton, of Grandfalls, TX; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, January 21, 2007 between the hours of 3:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Monday, January 22, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. 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 Shriners Children's Hospital.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.
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Watson, Dean

Dean Watson, M.D. of Midland died Friday, Jan. 19. Services have been scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Midland. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/21/2007.


Wright, Grace A.

Grace A. Wright, of Midland, passed away Friday, January 19, 2007.

She was born November 7, 1913 to Richard and Lodelia Aycock in Yelger, Louisiana. Grace graduated from Beaumont High School. She married John Rudolph Wright in Refugio, Texas on April 11, 1936. Grace was a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she was a member of the Rebecca Sunday School Class.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Rudy in 2003 and her granddaughter Jolie Renee Roberts in 1986.

Grace is survived by her daughter, Randi Roberts of Midland, her granddaughter, Brandi Ford and her husband John of San Angelo, Mimi Andrews of Keller who was like a daughter; her sister-in-law, Vera Godwin of Vacaville, California; and her extended family and many wonderful friends.

Graveside services are scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 9:00 A.M. at Resthaven Memorial Park. Memorial services have been scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church with Reverend Bob Hopkins officiating. 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/21/2007 - 1/22/2007.
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 1/22/2007.


Glass, Helen

Helen Lucille Glass, 84, of Midland, died Thursday, Jan. 18, in Midland. Her viewing was held Sunday, Jan. 21, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. today, Jan. 22, at Manor Park Chapel in Midland with the Rev. Jay Mayo officiating, and private graveside services will also be held at Resthaven Memorial Park.

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

She was a member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include a sister, Mary Lou Wilson of 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 1/22/2007.


Gordon III, William D. "Bill"

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

He was born July 1, 1937 to W. D. Gordon, Jr. and Marjorie Merritt Gordon in Lamar County. 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.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Gordon of Midland; sons, Kirk Gordon of Luling, La.; Wade Gordon of Midland; daughters, Mary Johnson of Holland; and Carrie Simpson of Arlington; eight-grandchildren; one sister and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family received friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, Jan. 21.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. today, 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.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, 79702 or Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/22/2007.


Harris, Brenda Kay

Brenda Kay Harris, 63 of Odessa passed away on Saturday January 20, 2007 at her Midland residence. She was born on December 14, 1943 in Lamesa, Texas.

Brenda was a member of Sunset Heights Baptist Church, she belonged to the Faith, Hope and Charity Gospel Singing Group, where they sang at local nursing homes in the Odessa, Midland area, she managed apartments until her retirement in December of 2004, she resided in the Odessa, Midland. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard Harris and her father Charles Buckalew.

Brenda is survived by her son Richard Taylor and his wife April of Odessa, daughters; Tina Williamson and husband Danny of Franklin, Wendy Hernandez and husband David of Midland, her mother; Edith Allen of Odessa, stepson; Stoney Harris of Midland, stepdaughters; Terri Reece of Midland, Angie Fulton of Colorado City, Lisa Jefferies of California, brother; Neil Buckalew of Odessa, sister; Carol Reeves of Nashville, TN. 9 grandchildren, 3 great grandchilden, 4 step grandsons; 2 stepgrand daughters.

The family will greet friends today at Odessa Funeral Home from 6 PM unitl 8 PM.

Funeral services have been set at 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Sunset Heights BaptistChurch with the Reverend Jess Little officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/22/2007.
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Hernandez, Maria Florencia

Maria Florencia "Flora" Hernandez, 84, died Friday, Jan. 19, at a local care center in Midland.

She was born Nov. 2, 1922 in Marfa. She met and married the late Alfonso M. Hernandez in Sept. 29, 1945. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso M. Hernandez; her parents, Cesario and Maria B. Hernandez and one brother, Teofilo Hernandez Sr.

She is survived by two sons, Alfonso Jr. Hernandez of San Antonio and Cesario Hernandez of Midland; two daughters, Evangelina Catano and Cynthia Morales of Midland; one brother, Miguel Hernandez of Midland; two sisters, Consuelo Lujan of Las Cruces, N.M. and Maria Reyes of Midland; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nephews, nieces and a host of friends.

Rosary will be held today, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. at Pipkin Chapel. Mass will take place Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Memorials may be directed to: Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1405 Garden Lane, Midland, 79701 or to: Dr. Gregory Bartha Health Sciences Scholarship Midland College, 3600 N. Garfield, Midland, 79705.

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 1/22/2007.


Oxford, Shelia Ozelma

Shelia Ozelma Oxford, 82, of Midland, died Wednesday, Jan. 17.

She was born April 6, 1924 in Emory. She married Percival Marvin "PM" Oxford June 10, 1939.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Percival Marvin "PM" Oxford, daughter, Dixie Oxford, three brothers, R.V. Perkins, Jimmy Marrow, and Dale Mitchell Marrow, and one sister, Dorothy Short.

She is survived by her son, Charles Oxford of Midland; her daughter, Shirley Rains of Phoenix, Ariz.; sister, Quanah of Georgetown, and four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

The family received friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, Jan. 21.

Services have been scheduled for 3 p.m. today, Jan. 22, at the Church of God, 5300 Thomason Drive, with the Rev. Milford R. Thomason 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 1/22/2007.


Rupe, Lisa

Services are pending for Lisa Rupe, 29, of Midland. She died Saturday, Jan. 20.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/22/2007.


Stephens, Carroll

Carroll Stephens, 65, died Sunday, Jan. 21, at the Hospice Inpatient Unit in Midland. Services are pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/22/2007.


Watson, Dean Alexander

Dean Alexander Watson, M.D., of Midland, passed away on January 19, 2007.

Dean was born in Llano, Texas, on July 28, 1950, to Kelsie Alexander Watson and Helen Raines Watson. His family then moved to Killeen, Texas, where he attended primary and middle school. At age 15, he moved with his family to Austin, Texas, where he graduated from Reagan High School in 1968. Dean attended the University of Texas at Austin as a pre-med student and a member of the UT track team. He graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1974, and completed his internship at the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, in 1975. Dean maintained a family practice in Austin, Texas for many years.

In 1983, he moved his practice to Ballinger, Texas, to be closer to family. While there, he also served as Chief of Staff at Ballinger Memorial Hospital, and was a member of the Ballinger Noon Lions Club. He married Barbara Brook Coker on Valentines Day, 1986 at the First United Methodist Church in Ballinger. A date Dean chose as it would always be easy to remember their anniversary.

Dr. Watson and his new family moved to Midland in 1989, where he began practicing as part of a group family practice clinic. In 2001, he opened his private practice in Midland which has remained open throughout his illness thanks to the dedication of his wonderful staff and locum tenens doctors. Dean has been a member of the Midland Medical Society, the Texas Medical Association, the American Medical Association and the First United Methodist Church.

Dean had a keen interest in the history of Texas, including the Lost Jim Bowie Mine and the Indian silver mines of the Texas Hill Country. Enchanted Rock was a favorite hiking and camping site for Dean and his family throughout the years. He showed much love and care for each of his family members and staff, actively providing for their health and safety in many ways. Dean also dearly loved his pets; no stray animal was ever turned away from his home. He nurtured them all whether furry or feathered. Dean was an avid student of the Bible, as well as world history, and he closely followed current world political trends.

He is survived by his mother, Helen Watson, of Georgetown; his wife Barbara, of Midland; his sister, Glenda Meredith and her husband Norval of Ballinger; his daughter Carol Jeanette Watson and her husband Arden Henderson of Georgetown; his son Dean Alexander Watson, Jr. of San Marcos; his daughter Caryn Anne Luther and her husband Charles of Humble; his daughter Lauryn Nicole Watson of Grapevine; his daughter Cassandra Lee Coker of Dallas; and his treasured grandson Carter Calkins of Georgetown; along with several nieces, nephews, and their children.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church of Midland. Graveside services will follow at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at Llano Cemetery in Llano, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to the Midland SPCA, the American Cancer Society, or Hospice of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/22/2007.
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Wright, Grace A.

Grace A. Wright, of Midland, passed away Friday, January 19, 2007.

She was born November 7, 1913 to Richard and Lodelia Aycock in Yelger, Louisiana. Grace graduated from Beaumont High School. She married John Rudolph Wright in Refugio, Texas on April 11, 1936. Grace was a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she was a member of the Rebecca Sunday School Class.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Rudy in 2003 and her granddaughter Jolie Renee Roberts in 1986.

Grace is survived by her daughter, Randi Roberts of Midland, her granddaughter, Brandi Ford and her husband John of San Angelo, Mimi Andrews of Keller who was like a daughter; her sister-in-law, Vera Godwin of Vacaville, California; and her extended family and many wonderful friends.

Graveside services are scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 9:00 A.M. at Resthaven Memorial Park. Memorial services have been scheduled for Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church with Reverend Bob Hopkins officiating. 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/21/2007 - 1/22/2007.
Elliott, Sandra N.

Sandra Lou Newton Elliott was born June 13, 1946 to Ida Ruth Riley Newton and Ariel Estus Newton in San Angelo. She went to live with her Savior on January 22, 2007. Sandra resided in Sonora, Texas, during her childhood, and the day after her 9th birthday, her father passed away. She and her mother moved to Midland, Texas in 1959. She graduated from Lee High School in 1964 and married Carl Deaune Elliott on June 20, 1964. To this union two children were born, E. Ariel and Alicia Ruth.

Sandra entered the world of business in 1971 and was employed by four companies in positions ranging from Accounts Receivable Secretary, Benefits Manager, and Office Manager. In 1986 she was employed by Reed and Associates which later became Arcadis. At the time of her death she had been employed as Office Manager at Arcadis for over 20 years.

She was a member of First Baptist Church and the Ezekiel Sunday School class. Sandra was also very active in her community as a volunteer. She graduated from Leadership Midland and chaired the Junior Leadership Midland program for a few years. She served on the Boards for Centers for Children and Families and the Midland Chamber of Commerce. She also served as a Docent at the Bush Childhood Home Museum, and volunteered at the Star Spangled Celebration, at the Midland Celebration of the Arts, as a driver for Meals on Wheels, a member of the Crisis Intervention Unit of the Midland Sheriff's Department, on the Advisory Board of Midland United Girls Softball, and in the public schools. She was a member of Business and Professional Women and had served as President of the Uptown Midland BPW as well as the MD Anderson Chair, Regional Director and District Director. Sandra was awarded Regional Director of the Year in 2004 and received the Caduceus Award for mentoring from Uptown Midland BPW, Region 6 BPW, and Texas BPW. She was further honored twice as Uptown Midland BPW Woman of the Year and once as Permian Basin Central Woman of the Year. She also served as a Trustee for the Texas Federation of BPW Foundation. She has participated in Uptown BPW in support of many community projects such as the Walk for Diabetes and Septemberfest.

Sandra Elliott was a devoted Mother and Nana. After her divorce in 1970, her life was Ariel and Alicia (and Memomie of course). She spent many days at football, basketball, softball, and soccer games supporting her children and grandchildren. She also spent many days with Alicia at dance practices and recitals. She never thought of herself until after both of her children had graduated from college. College graduation was always her number one goal for Ariel and Alicia. And after Ariel graduated from college it did not take long for her to help him find a wife. A blind date set up by Sandra led to the marriage of Ariel and Shay. For the past ten years, she spent many hours with her grandsons, Brandon and Blake, swimming, watching ball games, and playing. She also found many opportunities to shop for them as well. She never missed a game or school program they were involved in. During her final months she enjoyed the wedding and marriage activities of Alicia and David.

She is survived by her son, E. Ariel Elliott, his wife, Shay and their children, Brandon Lamar and Blake Hunter, and her daughter Alicia Ruth Elliott Dunson and her husband, David.

She was preceded in death by her parents, the father of her children, and her devoted Schnauzer, Sugar.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 4:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at First Baptist Church. Graveside services will be at Pottsville Cemetery on Thursday, January 25, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. Pallbearers will be Allan Schmidt, Jack Watters, Jack Ansley, Steve Tischer, Frank Kieffer, Joe Reed, Hugh Robotham and Alan Shive. Honorary pallbearers are Scott Beyer, Jeff Beyer, Oran Schrank, Craig Schrank, Tim Dunk, Gale Lewis, Ken Craft, Greg Lancto, Staff of Arcadis Midland, Joe Watters, Lance Watters, Bob Knox, Bud Conner, and members of the Uptown Midland Business and Professional Women. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Creekview High School, Debate Team, Attention: Robert Shepard, 3201 Old Denton Road, Carrollton, Texas 75006; Greenwood High School, Past Seniors Account, 2700 FM 1379, Midland, Texas 79706; The Hillander School, 1600 W. Wadley, Midland, Texas 79705; Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702; or M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Fund, BPW/Texas Foundation, c/o BPW/Texas, 803 Forest Ridge Drive, Suite 207, Bedford, Texas 76022.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/23/2007 - 1/24/2007.
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Hannnon, Charles

Charles Edward Hannon died Wednesday, Jan. 17. He was born June 25, 1928, to Paul and Mary Barry Hannon in Bradford, Pa.

He served in the U.S. Army. He met and married Betty Sue McDougle.

He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Betty; two sons, Ted and Terence, both of Midland; his daughter, Brenna McCurry; two brothers, Tom of Punta Gorda, Florida; Bill of Atlanta; two sisters, Christine Cowan of Tulia and Mary Jo Hellman of Lufkin, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A memorial service is planned for Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m. at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland. The family wishes to requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to this wonderful organization. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/23/2007.


Harris, Brenda Kay

ODESSA -- Brenda Kay Harris, 63 of Odessa died Saturday, Jan. 20, at her Midland residence. She was born Dec. 14, 1943 in Lamesa.

She was a member of Sunset Heights Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Harris, her brother Charles Buckalew and father Olen Buckalew. She is survived by her son, Richard Taylor of Odessa, daughters; Tina Williamson of Franklin, Wendy Hernandez of Midland, her mother; Edith Allen of Odessa, stepson; Stoney Harris of Midland, stepdaughters; Terri Reece of Midland, Angie Fulton of Colorado City, Lisa Jefferies of California, brother; Neil Buckalew of Odessa, sister; Carol Reeves of Nashville, Tenn., nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, four step grandsons; two step granddaughters. Memorials to Home Hospice in Midland, located at 901 W. Missouri. Services have been set for 2 p.m. today, Jan. 23, at Sunset Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. Jess Little officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/23/2007.


Moreno, Frances

Our heavenly father called Frances home on Saturday, January 20, 2007.

She was born on November 2, 1932 in Midland, Texas to the late Valentin and Paula Moreno.

Frances graduated from Midland High School. She later attended Midland Commercial College where she received her certification as an Administrative Assistant. She later worked for various Oil Companies before retiring.

Frances was an accomplished pianist, organist, as well as a great soloist. She was a former organist at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She enjoyed watching movies and shopping for shoes and hats.

She was a devout Catholic and a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

Frances will be greatly missed by all who knew her especially her friend and caregiver, Catherine Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Valentin and Paula Moreno; grandparents, Valentina and Ignacio Moreno and Federico and Francisca Ochoa.

She is survived by three brothers: Marcelino Moreno of Monterrey, Mexico, Juan V. Moreno of El Paso, Texas and Jerry Moreno of Houston, Texas; three sisters: Mary Helen Moreno of Davis, CA, Lupe Christina Moreno of Chino, CA and Cathy Blanco of El Paso, Texas and numerous aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces.

Pallbearers are Marcelino Moreno, Juan V. Moreno, Jerry Moreno, Herman Blanco, Javier Moreno and Anastacio Reyes.

Rosary will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Pipkin Chapel. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery

Memorials may be directed to: Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or to a charity of one's choice.

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 1/23/2007.
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Rupe, Lisa

Lisa Rose Montanez Rupe, 29, of Midland died Saturday, Jan. 20, in Midland. Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at Second Baptist Church, 3125 Travis, in Midland with the Rev. Tom Revilla officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

She was born Dec. 30, 1977 in Lansing, Michigan to Orlando and Laurie Montanez. She served in the U.S. Army. She was a Baptist.

She is survived by her parents, Orlando and Laurie Montanez, Jr. of Midland; one daughter, Lilyrose Rupe of Midland; two sons, Andre Grant of Newborn, Ga. and Quinn Rupe of Midand; one brother, Robert Montanez of Midland; grandparents, Orlando and Irene Montanez Sr. of Midland and Neil and Bonnie Ketchum of Webberville, Mich.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. Online condolences may be sent to www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/23/2007.


Walthall, Dorothy Jean

Dorothy Jean Walthall was born April 9, 1932 in Colorado City, Texas to Eunice Sanders and Charlie Marshall. She attended Colorado City public school. She was employed with New Discovery Day Care for many years until retirement. She was known to many by the name granny. Dorothy's life was completed on January 18, 2007 preceded in death by both parents, and husband Albert, two sisters, Queetie Ausbie, and Dorothy Ross, one brother Billie Jackson, leaving memories to be cherished by one son, Nolan Russell, Jr. of Midland, Texas, four daughter, Jackie Sanders (Milton) of Midland, Texas, Susan Shoals of Colorado City, three grandsons, Jamarr Smith, Sr. of Snyder, Texas, Justin Russell of Arlington, Texas, Jacobie Russell (Rita) of Killeen, Texas, five granddaughters, Kim Russell of Arlington, Texas, Kotia Bibbs (Chris) of Lubbock, Texas, Keshia Sanders of Denton, Texas, Kassondra Shoals and Kateshia Russell both of Colorado City, five great-grandchildren, two brothers Cameron Smith and Jamarr Smith, Jr. both of Snyder, Texas, three great-granddaughters, Makaya Smith and Ieisha Smith both of Dallas, Texas, Mariah Smith of Snyder, Texas, two brothers Rev. William both of Austin, Texas and John Robert Lee of Oklahoma City, two sisters, Billie Washington and Betty Nunn both of Albuquerque, New Mexico and a host of loving nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

Interment will be in the Mitchell County Cemetery in Colorado City, Texas under the direction of Jackie Warren Funeral Home in Midland, Texas.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/23/2007.
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Wright, Grace A.

Grace A. Wright, of Midland, died Friday, Jan. 19.

She was born Nov. 7, 1913 to Richard and Lodelia Aycock in Yelger, Louisiana. She married John Rudolph Wright in Refugio, April 11, 1936. She was a member of First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Rudy and her granddaughter Jolie Renee Roberts.

She is survived by her daughter, Randi Roberts of Midland, one granddaughter and her extended family.

Graveside services are scheduled for today, Jan. 23, at 9 a.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park. Memorial services have been scheduled for today, Jan. 23, at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Bob Hopkins officiating. 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 1/23/2007.
Dunham, Donald Bobby

Donald Bobby (Bob) Dunham, 77, born in Marlin, Oklahoma on September 9, 1929, passed away at his residence in Waxahachie, Texas on January 20, 2007 surrounded by his loved ones. In recent years Bob had enjoyed retirement from a long, productive career in the oil industry. During his life Bob took great pleasure in hunting, fishing, golf and the company of his family and friends.

Bob is survived by, the love of his life, Charlene Dunham; sons, Mark and wife Vicki, James and wife Kim; daughter, Micki and husband Marc Allen; grandchildren, Michael, Aimee, Karin and their mother, Eddy Dunham; granddaughter, Lynn Johnson; grandson, Josh Dunham; granddaughter, Jamie Dunham; grandsons, Duncan, Davis and Donovan Allen; granddaughters, Glynnis, Grace and Gabrielle Allen; brothers, Phil and wife Patricia Dunham, Charles and wife Coleen Dunham.

A Celebration of Life was held by the family at the Dunham home in Waxahachie, Texas on January 20, 2007. In lieu of remembrances, memorials may be made to a favorite charity.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Wayne Boze Funeral Home. www.waynebozefuneralhome.com
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.
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Elliott, Sandra N.

Sandra Lou Newton Elliott was born June 13, 1946 to Ida Ruth Riley Newton and Ariel Estus Newton in San Angelo. She went to live with her Savior on January 22, 2007. Sandra resided in Sonora, Texas, during her childhood, and the day after her 9th birthday, her father passed away. She and her mother moved to Midland, Texas in 1959. She graduated from Lee High School in 1964 and married Carl Deaune Elliott on June 20, 1964. To this union two children were born, E. Ariel and Alicia Ruth.

Sandra entered the world of business in 1971 and was employed by four companies in positions ranging from Accounts Receivable Secretary, Benefits Manager, and Office Manager. In 1986 she was employed by Reed and Associates which later became Arcadis. At the time of her death she had been employed as Office Manager at Arcadis for over 20 years.

She was a member of First Baptist Church and the Ezekiel Sunday School class. Sandra was also very active in her community as a volunteer. She graduated from Leadership Midland and chaired the Junior Leadership Midland program for a few years. She served on the Boards for Centers for Children and Families and the Midland Chamber of Commerce. She also served as a Docent at the Bush Childhood Home Museum, and volunteered at the Star Spangled Celebration, at the Midland Celebration of the Arts, as a driver for Meals on Wheels, a member of the Crisis Intervention Unit of the Midland Sheriff's Department, on the Advisory Board of Midland United Girls Softball, and in the public schools. She was a member of Business and Professional Women and had served as President of the Uptown Midland BPW as well as the MD Anderson Chair, Regional Director and District Director. Sandra was awarded Regional Director of the Year in 2004 and received the Caduceus Award for mentoring from Uptown Midland BPW, Region 6 BPW, and Texas BPW. She was further honored twice as Uptown Midland BPW Woman of the Year and once as Permian Basin Central Woman of the Year. She also served as a Trustee for the Texas Federation of BPW Foundation. She has participated in Uptown BPW in support of many community projects such as the Walk for Diabetes and Septemberfest.

Sandra Elliott was a devoted Mother and Nana. After her divorce in 1970, her life was Ariel and Alicia (and Memomie of course). She spent many days at football, basketball, softball, and soccer games supporting her children and grandchildren. She also spent many days with Alicia at dance practices and recitals. She never thought of herself until after both of her children had graduated from college. College graduation was always her number one goal for Ariel and Alicia. And after Ariel graduated from college it did not take long for her to help him find a wife. A blind date set up by Sandra led to the marriage of Ariel and Shay. For the past ten years, she spent many hours with her grandsons, Brandon and Blake, swimming, watching ball games, and playing. She also found many opportunities to shop for them as well. She never missed a game or school program they were involved in. During her final months she enjoyed the wedding and marriage activities of Alicia and David.

She is survived by her son, E. Ariel Elliott, his wife, Shay and their children, Brandon Lamar and Blake Hunter, and her daughter Alicia Ruth Elliott Dunson and her husband, David.

She was preceded in death by her parents, the father of her children, and her devoted Schnauzer, Sugar.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 4:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at First Baptist Church. Graveside services will be at Pottsville Cemetery on Thursday, January 25, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. Pallbearers will be Allan Schmidt, Jack Watters, Jack Ansley, Steve Tischer, Frank Kieffer, Joe Reed, Hugh Robotham and Alan Shive. Honorary pallbearers are Scott Beyer, Jeff Beyer, Oran Schrank, Craig Schrank, Tim Dunk, Gale Lewis, Ken Craft, Greg Lancto, Staff of Arcadis Midland, Joe Watters, Lance Watters, Bob Knox, Bud Conner, and members of the Uptown Midland Business and Professional Women. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Creekview High School, Debate Team, Attention: Robert Shepard, 3201 Old Denton Road, Carrollton, Texas 75006; Greenwood High School, Past Seniors Account, 2700 FM 1379, Midland, Texas 79706; The Hillander School, 1600 W. Wadley, Midland, Texas 79705; Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702; or M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Fund, BPW/Texas Foundation, c/o BPW/Texas, 803 Forest Ridge Drive, Suite 207, Bedford, Texas 76022.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 1/23/2007 - 1/24/2007.
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Garcia, Teodulo

ANDREWS -- Services for the Rev. Teodulo Garcia, 63, of Andrews, will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at the Andrews County Civic Center (James Roberts Center). Officiating will be pastor Jose Angel Alvarez, Joel Mendoza and Robert Duran. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

He died at his residence Monday, Jan. 22. He was born Nov. 18, 1943 in Durango, Mexico. He came to Andrews in 1968 from Mexico. He married Rosa Emiliano July 24, 1971 in Andrews. He was the pastor of Templo La Nueva Jerusalem Church in Andrews.

Survivors include his wife; son, Isai Garcia; daughters, Adaly Garcia, Ruth Caballero and Mayra Garcia all of Andrews; parents, Martin and Simona Garcia, Mexico; brothers, Juan Garcia, Jose Eluterio Garcia, both of Mexico, Isidro Garcia, Valentine Garcia, both of Andrews and Efrain Garcia of Hidalgo; sisters, Maria Isabell Garcia and Manuela Aguirre, both of Andrews and Maria Del Socorro, Weslaco; and four grandchildren.

He was prededed in death by a brother, Francisco Garcia and sister, Maria Carlota Hernandez.

To register or send condolences, go to www.mcnettfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.


Green, David

David Wayne Green, 45, of Big Spring, died Monday, Jan. 22, in a local hospital. Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Floyd Green Jr., pastor of House of Hope Community Church, Colorado City and the Rev. Benjamin D. Watson, pastor of Jordan AME, Denver, Colorado, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 7-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, at the funeral home.

He was born in Big Spring, March 9, 1961. He was a member of Bakers Chapel AME Church.

He is survived by his father, Rev. Floyd Green Sr.; four brothers, Floyd Green Jr., James Green, Richard Green and Lonnie Green; four sisters, Mary Watson, Rosie Green, Claudette Forward and Evelyn Wilkins; nieces; nephews; two aunts; many cousins and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Coriene Shields Green; two sisters, Ruby Anding and Eboni Wakefield; one brother, the Rev. Bobby Lee Green and his grandparents, Harry and Corine Shields and Herman and Christine Green.

The family requests memorials be made to the West Texas Dialysis Center, 501 Birdwell Lane, Suite 10, Big Spring, Texas 79720 or to a favorite charity.

Arrangements under the 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 1/24/2007.


Hanke, Jean

Jean Hanke, 71, of Big Spring died Tuesday, Jan. 23, in a local Hospital. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.


Madewell, Arthur

BIG SPRING -- Arthur "Art" Madewell, 79, of Big Spring, died Thursday, Jan. 18, in a local hospital. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Kenneth Patrick, officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Olive Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday, Jan. 25, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

He was born Feb. 1, 1927, in Denton, and married Rosalene Balch Jan. 7, 1951 in Big Spring. She preceded him in death.

He was a member of the First Baptist Church.

Survivors include one sister, Alameta Lee of Denton; one niece and three great nephews.

He was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.

Arrangements under the 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 1/24/2007.


Moreno, Frances

Frances Moreno, 74, died Saturday, Jan. 20, at a Lubbock Hospital.

She was born Nov. 2, 1932 in Midland, to the late Valentin and Paula Moreno.

She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by three brothers, Marcelino Moreno of Monterrey, Mexico, Juan V. Moreno of El Paso and Jerry Moreno of Houston; three sisters, Mary Helen Moreno of Davis, Calif., Lupe Christina Moreno of Chino, Calif. and Cathy Blanco of El Paso; numerous aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces.

Mass will be held today, Jan. 24, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery

Memorials may be directed to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church or to a charity of one's choice.

Services are under the Pipkin Funeral Home. Family messages and condolences may be emailed to pipkin@nts-online.net.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.


Parum, Minnie

BIG SPRING -- Minnie Pearl Rawls Parum, 83, of Big Spring, died Monday, Jan. 22, in a local hospital. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Herb McPherson, minister of Calvary Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Olive Memorial Park.

She was born Oct. 15, 1923, in San Saba County, and married Kenneth Parum April 3, 1999 in Big Spring.

She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Parum of Big Spring; one daughter, Melba Passmore of Big Spring; two sons, Johnnie Rawls of Big Spring, and Owen Rawls of Forsan; three stepdaughters, Brenda Tucker, Glenda Rushing both of Odessa and Karen Jo Gray of Greenwood; two stepsons, Mike Parum and Stephen Parum both of Odessa; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; five great great grandchildren; two sisters and four brothers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and three sisters.

The family suggests memorials be made to the American Heart Association, 3205 W. Cuthbert, Suite A-5, Midland, 79701.

Arrangements under the 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 1/24/2007.


Porter, Velma

Velma Porter, 82, died Monday, January 22, 2007 in Abilene. Viewing and visitation will be from 6 to 8 PM on Wednesday at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 HWY 277 South. Her graveside service with Randy Voorhees and Scotty Squyres officiating will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday in Elmwood Memorial Park, Garden of Ten Commandments.

Mrs. Porter was born Velma Eoff, on December 22, 1924 in Winters. She married Bernice M. Porter on March 9, 1946. She was a longtime Abilene resident and worked approximately 35 years at Radiology Associates. She was a devout Christian and always a source of comfort and strength to her family and friends.

Survivors include her children, David Porter of Midland, Pam Lovell and husband Earl of Manchaca, Texas; three grandchildren, Trevor and Trey Lovell and Colbey Porter; one brother, Pete Eoff of Winters; three sisters, Maurine Wood of Abilene, Delphine Rogers of Granbury and Jean Knight and husband Bill of Winters; and numerous nieces and nephews who loved her like a mother.

Her husband preceded her in death in 1996.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.
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Rupe, Lisa Rose Montanez

Lisa Rose Montanez Rupe, 29, of Midland passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2007 in Midland from an automobile accident. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Thursday, January 25, 2007 at Second Baptist Church, 3125 Travis, in Midland with Rev. Tom Revilla, Associate Pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 24th from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

She was born December 30, 1977 in Lansing, Michigan to Orlando and Laurie Montanez. She was raised in Midland and attended Midland Lee. She graduated from Webberville High School in Webberville, Michigan in 1996. She served in the U.S. Army, returned to Midland, and graduated as a dental assistant from Southeastern Career Institute in Midland. She loved being with her children, and she was a Baptist.

She is survived by her 1 daughter: Lilyrose Rupe of Midland; 2 sons: Andre Grant of Newborn, Georgia and Quinn Rupe of Midand; parents: Orlando and Laurie Montanez, Jr. of Midland; 1 brother: Robert Montanez and wife Jennifer of Midland and their daughter, Kairi; grandparents: Orlando and Irene Montanez, Sr. of Midland and Neil and Bonnie Ketchum of Webberville, Michigan; father of Lilyrose and Quinn: Roger Rupe, Jr. of Midland; and many aunts, uncles, and friends.

A special fund has been established at Midland Teachers Credit Union, Laurie Montanez - Special Account #51664, PO Box 7508, Midland, TX 79708-7508.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland. Online condolences may be sent to www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/24/2007.
Betts, David Glen

David Glen Betts, 46, of Midland passed away Sunday, January 21, 2007 in Austin. He was born November 10, 1960 in Odessa to Glen & Eileen Betts. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1979. He was a concrete contractor with D. R. McGee Concrete for four years, previous to that, he was a supervisor for Airborne Express for Twelve years. He married Debra Helvie September 18, 1992 in Midland.

He is survived by his wife Debra Betts of Midland, step-daughters, Mindi Bunch & husband Mark, Amy Lyle & husband John, Kayleigh Jean Helvie all of Midland, brother, Lenley Betts of Austin, sister, Beverly Ann Edwards of Odessa, (6) grandchildren, Cody Austin Bunch, Alexandria Faith Bunch, Phillip Nathaniel David Helvie, Tyler Gage Bunch, Thomas Jay Allen Lyle, & Logan Nash Bunch and nieces, Brittany & Rachell Edwards, Brooke Betts and nephew, Zachary Betts. and numerous aunts, uncles, & cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 25, 2007 at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home Chapel with his cousin, Pastor Ricky Fyffe officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/25/2007.
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Carrasco, Lydia

Lydia Carrasco, 71, died in Dallas at her residence Wednesday, Jan. 24. Services are pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/25/2007.


Currie, Jerry

BIG SPRING -- Jerry Currie, 76, of Big Spring, died Tuesday, Jan. 23, in a local hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 26, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Keith Wiseman, retired Methodist minister of Lubbock, officiating, and the Rev. Matt Miles, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, assisting. Interment will follow at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City.

He was born Jan. 12, 1931, in Big Spring, and married Delores Howard Bash on Feb. 19, 1983, in Big Spring.

He was the son of William James "Bill" and Maud Currie. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Delores Currie of Big Spring; son, Bill Currie of Big Spring; step-daughter, Nicole Bash of Dallas; one granddaughter; one grandson and several beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother, Marie Currie; one daughter, Diana Currie Nichols and one son, Jerry Jon Currie.

The family suggests memorials be made to the Diana Currie Nichols Scholarship Fund at Howard College, 1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, 79720; Relay For Life, c/o Diane Woods, 3200 Greenbriar, Big Spring, 79720, or the American Heart Association, PO Box 15186, Austin, 78761.

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 1/25/2007.


Hanke, Jean

BIG SPRING -- Jean Hanke, 71, of Big Spring died Tuesday, Jan. 23, in a Midland Hospital. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, at Myers & Smith Chapel with burial at Trinity Memorial Park.

She was born May 23, 1930, in Dodge City, Kan. to Loretta and Henry Gildner. She married J. L. "Jud" Hanke, Oct. 6, 1950, in San Angelo. He preceded her in death. She was a member of Berea Baptist Church.

She is survived by one son, Earl Hanke of Big Spring; one granddaughter; one sister, Lynn Hilton of Alaska; and one brother, Don Gildner of Arizona.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/25/2007.


Parke, Mary Elizabeth

Mary Elizabeth Parke left her corporeal being on Sunday, January 21st, 2007 in Austin after an extended illness.

She leaves behind three daughters, Dr. Debbie Parke of Lubbock, and Robbie Parke and Leslie Parke of Austin. Additional loved ones who will miss Mary include devoted adopted daughters, Jenny Harrison and Dr. Deniece Jones, as well as three grandsons, Preston, Courtney and Steven Bennett.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Mary's name to the Emergency Animal Hospital/Daisy Fund at 12034 Research Blvd, Suite #8, Austin, TX 78759. Services under the direction of Austin-Peel & Son Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/25/2007.
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Prevo, Mary

BIG SPRING -- Mary Prevo, 95, of Big Spring, died Wednesday, Jan. 24, in a local nursing home. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/25/2007.


Smith, Virginia Mae

Virginia Mae Smith, of Midland, formerly of Concord, Calif., passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2007.

She was born March 14, 1918 to William Jones and Willie Mae Hunter Jones in Chickasha, Okla. She married LeRoy Smith, also of Oklahoma, March 17, 1940.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, Bill Jones.

She is survived by her daughters, Sharon Horton of Midland and Shirley Reuland of San Ramon, Calif.; brother, J.C. Jones of Redding, Calif.; grandson, Bobby Reuland of Cotulla; three granddaughters and 17 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, today, Jan. 25, between 6-8 p.m.

Services will be 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. 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 1/25/2007.
Carrasco, Elidia Scott

Elidia Scott Carrasco

Elidia Scott Carrasco, 71, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2007 at her residence in Dallas.

She was born on July 30, 1934 in Ft. Stockton, Texas to the late Tom and Margarita Scott.

Elidia attended Sul Ross University and received a BS in Elementary Education. She was named TSTA Teacher of the Year during her teaching career.

She was a dedicated wife, educator and mother. She was deeply loved and will be dearly missed.

She was a devout Catholic.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Margarita Scott and her husband, Manuel G. Carrasco.

She is survived by her two sons: Manuel Scott Carrasco of Houston, Texas and Richard Scott Carrasco of Tom Bean, Texas; one daughter: Mary Margaret Carrasco Reese of Dallas, Texas; one sister: Josephine Falcon of Ft. Stockton and four grandchildren.

Pallbearers are Scott Carrasco, Richard Carrasco, Joel Reese, Rudy Carrasco, Fred Rodriguez, Ray Falcon, Ramon Carrasco and Danny Gonzales. Honorary pallbearer is Andrew Ureta.

Rosary will be held on Friday, January 26, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Pipkin Chapel. Funeral Mass will take place Saturday, January 27, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Memorials may be directed to: Casa de Amigos Endowment Fund, 1101 E. Garden Lane, Midland, Texas 79701

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 1/26/2007.
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Cherryholmes, Donna

Donna V. Cherryholmes died Wednesday, Jan. 24, in Houston.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/26/2007.


Childs, Carson

Carson David Childs, infant son of Alan Paul Childs and Amanda Mae Peterson Childs, died Monday, Jan. 22.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/26/2007.


Currie, Jerry

Jerry Currie, 76, of Big Spring, died on Tuesday, January 23, 2007, in a local hospital.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, January 26, 2007 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Keith Wiseman, retired Methodist minister of Lubbock, officiating, and Rev. Matt Miles, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, assisting. Interment will follow at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City.

He was born on January 12, 1931, in Big Spring, Texas and married Delores Howard Bash on February 19, 1983, in Big Spring.

Jerry was the son of William James "Bill" and Maud Currie, a pioneer ranching family. He grew up in Garden City and graduated from Garden City High School as valedictorian. He was involved in scouting as a young man and earned his Eagle Scout and was a member of the Order of the Arrow. He attended Texas Tech and the University of Texas and served in the United States Navy. He ranched all of his life in Glasscock and Oldham counties and enjoyed race horses. He had served on the Big Spring Independent School District Board of Trustees from 1966 to 1970. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Texas Southwest Cattle Raisers Association.

Survivors include his wife, Delores Currie of Big Spring; a son, Bill Currie of Big Spring; a step-daughter, Nicole Bash of Dallas; a granddaughter, Natalie Nichols Stroup and husband, Kayne of San Antonio; a grandson, Will Currie of Big Spring; a sister, Barbara Currie Ratliff of Garden City and several beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his step-mother, Marie Currie; one daughter, Diana Currie Nichols and one son, Jerry Jon Currie.

Pallbearers will be Jose Lopez, Chad Mason, Ronnie Wood, Ronnie Broadrick, Marvin Self and Dean Forrest. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. B. Broadrick, James Currie, John Currie and Jerry Foresyth.

The family requests memorials be made to the Diana Currie Nichols Scholarship Fund at Howard College, 1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, Texas 79720; Relay For Life, c/o Diane Wood, 3200 Greenbrier, Big Spring, Texas 79720, or the American Heart Association, PO Box 15186, Austin, Texas 78761.

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 1/26/2007.
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Dunn, Mona

Mona B. Dunn, 86, of Austin, died Thursday, Jan. 25.

Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/26/2007.


Ellis Jr., Lewis V.

Funeral service for Lewis V. Ellis, Jr. 58, of Midland, will be Saturday, January 27, at 2:00 p.m. at the Ebenerzer Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dennis Hodge officiating. Lewis V. Ellis died January 23, at a local hospital.

Lewis Vernon Ellis, Jr. was born November 8, 1948, in Waco,