Aleman, Larry

Larry Garcia Aleman, of Midland, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2007.

He was born August 25, 1919 to Fidencio Aleman and Guadalupe Garcia Aleman in Big Spring. Larry proudly served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. On December 6, 1945, he married Mary Silva in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Larry is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Silva Aleman, his sons, Michael Aleman, Bob Aleman and wife Rose Mary, and Pat Aleman and wife Gloria; grandchildren, Andy Aleman, Terry Kenjarski, Laura Aleman, Kathy Alaniz, and Kristine Aleman; four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 19, 2007 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. 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.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/17/2007 - 2/18/2007.
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Harlan, Lucille

Lucille Harlan, of Midland, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2007.

She was born December 3, 1919 in Seminole, Oklahoma to Claude and Beulah Melton. Lucille graduated from Carr City High School. On April 26, 1937 she married the love of her life, Lloyd Harlan. Lucille proudly served her country as a WAAC in the U.S. Army. She was stationed at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and in Fort Myer, Virginia. Lloyd and Lucille lived in Odessa, Midkiff, Rankin, Crane, and Midland. While living in Crane, Lucille ran a Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio from her home. She retired in 1976. Lucille was a member of Memorial Christian Church in Midland.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, Lloyd Harlan in 2002, and their son, Tim Harlan in 1986, her brother Ray Melton and sister, Jewel Lively.

Lucille is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and Dick Bowman of Midland, TX; two grandchildren, Katie Bowman of Midland, TX; and Stacy Johnson and her husband, Troy, and her daughter, Rowan, all of El Portal, FL.

The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, February 18, 2007 between the hours of 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Monday, February 19, 2007 at Resthaven Memorial Park with Chaplain Jay Mayo officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association Greater West Texas Chapter, Mission Square, 4400 N. Big Spring, #C-32, Midland, Texas 79705 or Manor Park, 2208 N. Loop 250 W., Midland, Texas 79707.

The family would like to thank the staff and nurses at the Younger Center at Manor Park, especially Carolyn, and Odyssey Hospice nurses Cedie and Darla and their staff for the wonderful care that was given to Lucille.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.
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Lingo, Emma Kathryn "Kit"

Emma Kathryn "Kit" Lingo of Eureka, Kansas died on February 14, 2007 at Galichia Heart Hospital in Wichita, Kansas at the age of 77.

She was born on March 12, 1929 in Tulsa Oklahoma the daughter of James Samuel and Julia E. (Mooney) Bradley. She was raised in Oklahoma and graduated with the class of 1944.

On September 25, 1948 she married Carnell Lee Lingo in Tulsa, Oklahoma. While Carnell was serving in the navy Kit lived in California. After his discharge they moved back to Oklahoma before moving to Kansas with Carnell's job. The couple lived in various places before moving to Eureka in 1957. They resided here for eighteen years. Carnell was transferred to Perryton, Texas then Midland, Texas where they resided for 24 years. Kit moved back to Eureka after Carnell's death in 2001.

She is survived by her son, Monty Lee Lingo of Perryton, Texas; daughters, Bonita Broyles of Eureka, Kansas and Tammy Anderson of Midland, Texas; eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; brother, Ralph Bradley of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sisters, Carolyn Waldon of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Dorothy Matton of Skitook, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one grandchild and one great-grandchild.

Funeral services were held Saturday, February 17, 2007 at Koup Family Funeral Home with Pastor Alan Hunter presiding. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.
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Nixson, Margaret

BIG SPRING -- Margaret Aken Creeley Nixson, 79, of Big Spring died Wednesday, Feb. 14, at a medical center. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 19, at Myers & Smith Chapel with the Revs. Joey Bacon and R. T. Havner officiating. Burial will be at Mount Olive Memorial Park. Visitations will be from 4-6 p.m. today, Feb. 18, at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.

She was born Mary 31, 1927, in Pittsburgh, PA to Edith Belle and Harry Edward Failor.

She is survived by two sons, Leonard Alexander Aken of Rocky Mount, Virginia and Albert Edward Aken of Big Spring; four daughters, Carylann Hartley of Redmond, Oregon, Pat Mahlman of Cheyenne, Wyo., Cynthia "Kandi" Clanton of Big Spring, and Rose Mayhew of Big Spring; Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.


Parenti, Dino Richard

Dino Richard Parenti, 79, of Midland passed away Thursday, February 15, 2007, at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland after a lengthy illness.

Graveside services are set for 3:00 pm on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at Fairview Cemetery in Midland.

Viewing for friends and family will be from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm on Sunday February 18 and Monday February 19 at the Pipkin Funeral Home on Big Spring St. in Midland.

He was born June 3, 1927 in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of Dino and Claire. He and Elizabeth Carney married and had three children; Michael, Patricia and Mason. Dino served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was an electronic technician and worked for Bell Aircraft and LandAir. Dino specialized in Radio Astronomy and worked for the Harvard University Radio Astronomy site at Ft. Davis and during his tenure at the University of Texas was instrumental in the development of the radio-astronomy site in the Davis Mountains in West Texas. He expanded his career as a technician on Radiographic equipment and at one time, flew all over the country as one of a handful of technicians qualified in repairing CT Scanners and the first MRI machines for Gilbert, Picker and Fonar. He spent his golden years with his bride, Charlsie Sanford.

He was preceded in death by his parents; the mother of his children, Elizabeth; his sister Lorraine Gallery; his special Aunt Florence Crosby and his beloved daughter Patricia.

He is survived by his wife Charlsie; his sons Mason, Michael and his wife Tracee daughters Karen and her husband Dale, Karla and her husband Greg, and Paula and her husband Eddie. Grandchildren; Shawn, Amber, Larry, Lisa, Heather, Henry, Charlie, Heather, Shauna, Leah, Guy and Allison, and several great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Midland, the Alzheimer's Association or the American Heart Association.

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 2/18/2007.
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Robertson, Janie

ANDREWS -- Janie Robertson, 73 of Andrews died Friday, Feb. 16, in Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews. She was born Dec. 21, 1933 in Nacogdoches.

Survivors include sons John Robertson Jr. of Albuquerque, N.M., Phillip Robertson of Midland, daughter, Karen Reed of Denver City; brothers, John C. Norton of Silsbee, Floyd Eugene Norton of Sweeney; sisters, Emily Neff of Houston, and Mary Ann Brazeale of Angleton; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.


Rodriguez, Eddie

Services for Eddie Rodriguez, 46, are pending with Pipkin Funeral Home. Family messages and condolences may be emailed to Pipkin@nts-online.net.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.


Spears, J. D.

BIG SPRING -- J. D. Spears, 94, of Coahoma, died Friday, Feb. 16, at the Home Hospice Facility in Odessa. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 19, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Monroe Teeters, officiating. Interment will follow at Coahoma Cemetery.

He was born Jan. 16, 1913, in Coahoma, and married Euletha Thompson May 23, 1934 in Ranger. She preceded him in death.

He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Coahoma.

Survivors include three sons, Jimmy Spears of Cypress, Norman Spears of Clyde, Billy Spears of Coahoma; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

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

The family suggests memorials be made to Home Hospice House, 903 N. Sam Houston, Odessa, 79761.

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 2/18/2007.


Wright, Jean

Services for Ms. Jean Wright were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 3, 2007 at The First Baptist Church in Plains, Texas. Burial followed at Plains/Yoakum County Cemetery in Plains.

Jean went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Manor Park in Midland, Texas. She battled Alzheimer's disease courageously for many years.

Jean was born on September 5, 1926 in Seagraves, Texas to Sydney and Tinnie Pride. She lived many years in Midland while faithfully working at Berg Motor Company for over 20 years. She moved back to her hometown of Denver City, Texas after her retirement. She was a devoted and loving mother to her children and loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Waiting with her heavenly Father to embrace her will be her father and mother, her two brothers, her sister, and two nephews.

Those left to cherish her love and memory include her former husband, Bob Wright, her son, Alan Wright, both of New Braunfels, Tx; her daughters, Rita Morrison of Denver City, Tx and Cheri Maraschick of Midland, Tx; her grandchildren, Chad Morrison of Fort Worth, Tx, Matt Wright of New Braunfels, Tx, Claire Cozart of Eastland, Tx; Sandi Todd of Dallas, Tx; Jason Townes of Plains, Tx; and Tara Ashley Dunn of Midland, Tx and 10 great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to The Alzheimer's Association, 4400 N. Big Spring St. Ste c-32, Midland, TX 79705.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/18/2007.
Aleman, Larry

Larry Garcia Aleman, of Midland, died Thursday, Feb. 15. He was born Aug. 25, 1919 to Fidencio Aleman and Guadalupe Garcia Aleman in Big Spring. Dec. 6, 1945, he married Mary Silva in Carlsbad, N.M.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife; sons, Michael Aleman, Bob Aleman, and Pat Aleman; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Services have been scheduled for 11 a.m. today, Feb. 19, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. 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 2/19/2007.


Baker, Maudie Pauline Knox

Maudie Pauline Knox Baker was born May 26, 1911, to Clarence and Alice Sparks Hoggins in Archer City, Texas. She died Friday, February 16, 2007, at the age of 95 in the inpatient Hospice of Midland Memorial Hospital, Midland, Texas. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, February 20, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. at Aulds Funeral Home with Roger Deerinwater, Pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Lawton, Oklahoma under the direction of Aulds Funeral Home. She married Halley Knox on November 25, 1927. He preceded her in death on November 16, 1945. Together they had four sons; Halley Paul, Robert Perry, Scotty Lavan, and Douglas Patrick. Pauline was a saleslady, seamstress and Archer Country Treasurer for six years. She married Howard J. Baker on May 27, 1952. They spent several years in Germany while in was in the US Army. After he retired they lived in Lawton, Oklahoma, Wichita Falls, Texas and Archer City. He died July 3, 1983. She is proceeded in death by her parents, six sisters, one brother, her husbands and two sons. She is survived by her sons, Robert Perry and wife, Glenda of Midland, Texas, Scotty Lavan and wife, Patsy of San Angelo, Texas; ten grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the First Baptist Church of Archer City, P.O. Box 756, Archer City, Texas 76351 or to Hospice of Midland, 911 W Texas, Midland, Texas 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/19/2007.
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Cook, Bruce

Bruce Cook, of Midland, died Saturday, Feb. 17. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/19/2007.


Harlan, Lucille

Lucille Harlan, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 13.

She was born Dec. 3, 1919 in Seminole, Okla. to Claude and Beulah Melton. April 26, 1937 she married Lloyd Harlan.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lloyd Harlan; son, Tim Harlan; brother, Ray Melton; and sister, Jewel Lively.

Lucille is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and Dick Bowman of Midland and two grandchildren.

Visitation was Sunday, Feb. 18 at Ellis Funeral Home. Services will be 3 p.m. today, Feb. 19, at Resthaven Memorial Park with the Chaplain Jay Mayo officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association Greater West Texas Chapter, Mission Square, 4400 N. Big Spring, #C-32, Midland, 79705 or Manor Park, 2208 N. Loop 250 W., Midland, 79707.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/19/2007.


Parenti, Dino

Dino Richard Parenti, 79, of Midland died Thursday, Feb. 15.

Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Fairview Cemetery in Midland. Visitations will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. today, Feb. 19, at the Pipkin Funeral Home.

He was born June 3, 1927 in Buffalo, N.Y., the son of Dino and Claire. He married Elizabeth Carney. He was preceded in death by his parents; the mother of his children, Elizabeth; sister, Lorraine Gallery; aunt, Florence Crosby; and daughter, Patricia.

He is survived by his wife, Charlsie; sons, Mason and Michael; daughters, Karen, Karla, and Paula; 12 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Midland, the Alzheimer's Association or the American Heart Association.

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 2/19/2007.


Rodriguez, Eddie "Angel"

Eddie "Angel" Rodriguez passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his residence on Saturday, February 17, 2007. He was born in Midland on April 20, 1960 to Ricardo "Rico" and Carmen Rodriguez. Eddie was raised and educated in Midland. He worked as a landscaper and an independent contractor. Eddie was very passionate about music. He loved spending time with his daughters and grandchildren. Eddie was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

"We love you and you will dearly be missed by your family and friends."

Survivors include his parents Rico and Carmen Rodriguez, four daughters Patsy Rodriguez of Lubbock, Andrea Rodriguez of Midland, Amber Rodriguez and Brittney Rodriguez both of Odessa. One brother Robert "Bobby" Rodriguez. Three sisters; Cynthia and husband Johnny Ceballos, Joann Rodriguez, and Sandra Sandefer all of Midland. Six grandchildren and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and a host of friends.

He is preceded in death by his brother Ricky Rodriguez, grandparents Andres and Manuela Hernandez and Ricardo and Faustina Rodriguez.

Rosary will be held on Monday, February 19, 2007 at Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church at 11:00 a.m.

Internment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park

Pallbearers will be Joann Rodriguez, Robert "Bobby" Rodriguez, Andy Hernandez Jr., Jesse Hernandez, David Hernandez, and Albert Hernandez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Eric Banuelos, Ricky Pugh, Evan Ceballos, and Cory Sandefer.

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 2/19/2007.


Wood, Howard

Services are pending for Howard Gene Wood, 64, with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/19/2007.
Bivins, Ruby

ODESSA -- Ruby L. Bivins, 77, of Odessa, died Saturday, Feb. 17. She was born Feb. 1, 1930 in Okla.

She is survived by her daughters, Carolyn Miller of Odessa, Sue Jones of Missouri City and Debbie Curry of Odessa; sons, Ronnie Bivins of Gardendale and Danny Bivins of Gardendale; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and many brothers and sisters.

Services will be 1 p.m. today, Feb. 20, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Storz officiating. Burial 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 2/20/2007.


Gamble, Mildred

BIG SPRING -- Mildred Gamble, 79, of Big Spring died Sunday, Feb. 18, at her residence. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
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Goodwin, Marjorie

BIG SPRING -- Marjorie Brazeal Goodwin, 73, of Big Spring, died Monday, Feb. 19, at her residence. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the First Church of the Nazarene of Big Spring with the Rev. Byron Brown officiating. A service will be held Friday, Feb. 23, at Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Stigler, Oklahoma with Ernie Strong officiating. Interment will follow at Stigler Cemetery.

She was born Aug. 31, 1933, in Stigler, Okla. and married Robert Gene Goodwin Sept. 1, 1951 in Stigler.

She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.

Survivors include her husband; sons, Robert L. Goodwin of Houston and Joseph T. Goodwin of Santa Fe; sister, Betty Williamson of Sapulpa, Okla.; and two granddaughters.

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

The family suggests memorials be made to the First Church of the Nazarene, 1400 Lancaster, Big Spring, 79720, The Alzheimers Disease Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg, Maryland 20871-1950, or to a 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 2/20/2007.


Hancock, Carolyn

Carolyn Hancock, of Midland, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2007.

She was born May 18, 1929 to Dr. Charles and Doris Mills in Temple, Texas. A retired school teacher, Carolyn specialized in Special Education and Mathematics. Carolyn and Paul moved to Midland in 1992. She enjoyed knitting, swimming and playing bridge. She was a member of First Christian Church of Midland.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, and grandson, Kyle Higgins.

Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Paul Hancock, Jr., of Midland, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Finlay and Debbie Higgins and their son, Charles, of Arlington, TX; son, Kelley Higgins and his daughter, Ashley Jones, of Austin, TX; and son, Jerry Hancock of Proctor, TX; daughters and sons-in-law, Honey and Phillip Weinstein and their children, Michael and Shelby, of Austin, TX; and Lori and Mark Allison and their children, Sarah and Rachael, of Gustine, TX; her mother, Nell Mills of Austin, TX; sister and brother-in-law, Judith and Michael Wendt of El Paso, TX; and nephews, Scott and David Wysong.

Carolyn's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Rides of Hope.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at Squaw Creek Cemetery in Glen Rose, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Gifts of Hope, c/o Allison Cancer Center, 301 North 'N' Street, Midland, Texas 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.
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May Jr., Luther

Luther May, Jr., 78, of Potosi, died Sunday, February 18, 2007, at a hospital in Big Spring, Texas. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Dewey Cemetery, directed by Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory, Abilene, Texas. The family will receive friends at a visitation 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

The son of Eva Mae (Allen) and Luther B. May, Luther was born on August 20, 1928 in Somerville, Texas. He was a U. S. Air Force veteran and was a banker, having worked for State National Bank in Big Spring.

He married Edna Alexander Haynes in March of 2005, in Abilene. He was an Abilene resident for 10 years, moving to Abilene from Big Spring. Mr. May was a member of Potosi Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Willene.

Survivors include his wife, Edna Haynes May of Potosi; sons, Greg May of Midland, Steve May and wife, Tracy, of Dallas, and Harley May of College Station; daughters, Charlotte Massey and husband, Larry, of Midland, and Melanie May of Amarillo; a stepson, Steve Haynes and wife, Nancy, of Clyde; and a stepdaughter, Edwinia Foster and husband, Dillon of San Antonio; four grandchildren, Wendy May, Dwayne May, Heather Rodgers and Adam, and Tiffany May; and five step-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Bobby May and wife, Theresa of Earlington, KY and a sister, Margie Davis of Brownwood.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, North Central Texas Chapter, 302 N. Willis St., Abilene, TX 79603.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.
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Puckett, Hollis

BIG SPRING -- Hollis Puckett, 90, of Big Spring, died Monday, Feb. 19, at his residence. His services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.


Rodriguez, Eddie

Eddie "Angel" Rodriguez died Saturday, Feb. 17. He was born in Midland April 20, 1960 to Ricardo "Rico" and Carmen Rodriguez. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Ricky Rodriguez; and grandparents, Andres and Manuela Hernandez and Ricardo and Faustina Rodriguez.

Survivors include his parents; daughters, Patsy Rodriguez of Lubbock, Andrea Rodriguez of Midland, Amber Rodriguez and Brittney Rodriguez both of Odessa; brother, Robert "Bobby" Rodriguez; sisters, Cynthia Ceballos, Joann Rodriguez, and Sandra Sandefer all of Midland; six grandchildren and numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Mass will be held today, Feb. 20, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church at 11 a.m. Internment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park

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 2/20/2007.


Sprayberry Sr., Joe B.

Joe B. Sprayberry, Sr., 88 of Blooming Grove, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2007 in Corsicana, born in January 26, 1919 in Belton, Texas to Jim and Ethel Casey Sprayberry. Services have been set for Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Blooming Grove with Bro. Grady Cashion officiating and burial at 3:00 p.m. at Great House Cemetery in Temple. Pallbearers will be grandsons and Tony Garcia. He was a retired bus driver and he served in the United States Army.

Preceding him in death was his wife of 47 years Katherine Ruth Moseley Sprayberry.

Surviving relatives include son Joe B. Sprayberry Jr. of Bedford; daughters and sons in law Betty S. and Charlie Farnham of Round Rock; Mary and Steve Williams of Lancaster; Jennilyn and Ricky Crenshaw of Blooming Grove, Patricia Kay and John Howard of Midland; grandchildren Jeff Adcock and Celena Terry Adcock of Plano, Robert Adcock and Julia Petrea of Mesquite, Stephanie Adcock of Midland, Phillip Adcock of Lubbock, Kristi Howard of Midland, Kelli Howard of Midland, Kati Howard of Lubbock, John Eric Cooper of Round Rock, Emily Crenshaw of Blooming Grove, Adam Sprayberry of Waco, Sarah and Rachel Sprayberry, Childress, great-grandchildren, Kennedy Adcock and Katherine Adcock, and a special friend Norma Burke of Fritch.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.
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Timmons, Geraldine

Geraldine Timmons, a retired secretary, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2007 in Fort Worth.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Lucas Funeral Chapel, Hurst. Burial will be at Bluebonnet Hills Cemetery. Visitations will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Lucas Funeral Home.

Mrs. Timmons was a loving mother and grandmother, known to her grandchildren as Gigi. She was a perfect example of "Southern Hospitality," loving to entertain. She had a God given gift for decorating, was a talented seamstress and a wonderful cook. As a faithful Christian she was a member of North Fort Worth Baptist Church for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Isaac Timmons, and daughter Terri Arbogust.

Survivors include Children, Linda and husband Larry Wright, Tammy and husband Lee Luthy, Tom and wife Jan Timmons, and son-in-law Jeff Arbogust; 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.
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Valadez, Adam

Adam Valadez went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2007. Born in Pine Bluff Arkansas on October 21, 1949, he lived in Midland, all his life. He loved to go to Church, shopping and go on other trips with his friends.

He had a great personality and a smile for everyone. He will be missed by all.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday Feb 20, at 2 pm at Northwestern Baptist Church, 3901 Mockingbird Lane, Midland, Tx. Precedilng him in death were his parents Francisco, and Enrequetta Valadez, and two brothers, Juan and Oscar Valadez.

He leaves to cherish his memory his brother, Lupe Valadez and twin sister Eva Valadez, and sister, Irma Garcia, and several nieces and nephews, all of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.
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Watkins, Mona

Services are pending for Mona Watkins, 90, of Midland. She died Monday, Feb. 19, at Hospice Inpatient Unit in Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/20/2007.


Wood, Howard Gene

SAN ANGELO -- Howard Gene Wood, 64, of Midland, formerly of San Angelo and Odessa, died Saturday, Feb. 17.

He was born in San Angelo, June 2, 1942.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Margarite Wood of San Angelo.

He is survived by his sons, Kelly Wood of Midland and Gary Wood of Round Rock; sisters, Linda Mayo, Marilyn Mohler and Virginia White all of San Angelo; brother, Jerry Wood of Glen Rose; grandchildren; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Services will be held at Lawn Haven Cemetery in San Angelo Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 1 p.m.

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 2/20/2007.
Bustamante-Gomez, Maria Elia

Maria Elia Bustamante-Gomez, 56, of Midland, died Monday, Feb. 19, in Glasscock County. Services will be 2 p.m., Friday, Feb. 23, at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland. A rosary will be 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 22, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel in Midland.

She was born June 2, 1950 to Jesus and Ofelia Acosta in Mulato, Mexico. She married Elesio Gomez Sr. April 23, 1972 in Mulato, Mexico.

Survivors include her husband, Elesio M. Gomez Sr. of Midland; sons, Jesus Antonio Gomez of Garden City and Elesio Gomez Jr. of Midland; daughter, Rosario Diaz of San Angelo; sisters, Eulalia Dominquez of Marfa, Luzmila Garcia of Midland and Rosario Olivas of Andrews; brothers, Eduardo, Jose, Petronilo, Natalio and Alfredo Bustamante, all of Andrews, and Armando Bustamante of Marfa; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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 2/21/2007.


Loveless, Alice

Alice Loveless, 82, of Midland, died Monday, Feb. 19, at home.

She was born July 1, 1924 to Walter and Mary Johnson in Farmington, NM. She married Leonard Loveless April 28, 1946 in Ogden, Utah.

Survivors include her husband; daughter, Linda Phillips of Midland; son, Robert Loveless of Freeport; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Russell and Warner Swain Johnson.

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 2/21/2007.


Puckett, Hollis L.

BIG SPRING -- Hollis L. Puckett, 90, of Big Spring, died Monday, Feb. 19, at his residence. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.

Visitations will be from 5-6 p.m. today, Feb. 21, at the funeral home.

He was born June 4, 1916 in Bell County, and married Mildred Gill June 22, 1938 in Winters. She preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Trevor Moore; three brothers and three sisters.

He was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church in Luther. He served in World War II.

Survivors include his son, Horace Puckett of Austin; daughter, Ocoee Moore of Big Spring; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Julie Wennik Scholarship, % Big Spring High School, 707 11th Place, 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 2/21/2007.


Reynolds, Mary Kathryn

Mary Kathryn Reynolds of Oklahoma City died Sunday, Feb. 18.

Services will be 10 a.m. today, Feb. 21, at Hahn-Cook-Street & Draper Funeral Home located at 6006 NW Grand Blvd. Oklahoma City, Okla. Graveside services will be held at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland Friday, Feb. 23 at 1 p.m. Local arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at www.americanheart.org.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/21/2007.


Watkins, Mona Avent

Mona Avent Watkins, 90, of Midland, died on Monday, February 19, 2007, in Midland, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, February 22, 2007 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel, 3800 North Big Spring Street in Midland, with Rev. Curtis Brewer of Odessa officiating. Graveside services will be at 4:00 PM Thursday at Crane Cemetery in Crane with Rev. Tommy Parker of Crane officiating.

Pallbearers will be Jacob Watkins, Justin Watkins, Douglas Williams, Tim Jetton, and Derek McFarland.

She was born on April 14, 1916, in Runnells County, Texas to Grover Cleveland Avent and Eva Lucinda Brister Avent. She attended school in Crews, Texas and graduated from Talpa High School. She married Arnold Watkins on June 19, 1936 in Talpa, Texas. She moved to Crane in 1944 from Hobbs, New Mexico. She worked for many years for the Crane School District as a pastry cook. She served as an election clerk for Crane local elections. She moved to Odessa in 1998 and then to Midland in 2006.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Crane. She was preceded in death by her husband: Arnold Watkins in 2006; her daughter: Ruedell Collins in 2005; brother: Eldon Avent; and 2 sisters: Vena Todd and Ozella Stacy.

Survivors include granddaughter: Cheryl Watkins and husband David of Midland, grandson: Jerry Collins and wife Donna of Mansfield, granddaughter: Ronda Williams and husband Doug of DeQueen, Arkansas, great-granddaughter: Michelle Jetton and husband Tim of Marfa, great grandson: Jacob Watkins and wife Kimberly of Odessa, great granddaughter: Stacy McFarland and husband Derek of Austin, great grandson: Justin Watkins and wife Becky of Midland, and great grandson: Douglas Williams of Russellville, Arkansas; great great grandchildren: Kain Oliver, Cougar Jetton, Garrett Watkins, Alli Watkins, and Avree McFarland; son in law: Earl C. Collins of Durant, Oklahoma; 2 sisters in law: Adelaide Nalley of Midlothian and Leona Watkins of Odessa.

Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church, c/o TV Ministry, 700 North Lee Avenue, Odessa, Texas 79761.

Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/21/2007.

Black, Dennis E.

BIG SPRING -- Dennis E. Black, 63, of Waxahachie, formerly of Big Spring, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


Bustamante-Gomez, Maria Elia

Maria Elia Bustamante-Gomez, 56, of Midland, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2007 in Glasscock County. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, February 23, 2007 at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Midland. A rosary will be held at 7:00 pm, Thursday, February 22, 2007 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel in Midland.

Maria was born on June 2, 1950 to Jesus and Ofelia Acosta in Mulato, Mexico. She married Eliseo Gomez, Sr. on April 29, 1972 in Mulato, Mexico.

She loved decorating, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren, and always thought of her husband and others before herself.

Survivors include her husband, Eliseo Gomez Montoya of Midland; a son and daughter-in-law, Jesus Antonio and Bernice Gomez of Garden City; a daughter, Rosario Gomez of San Angelo; a son, Eliseo Gomez, Jr. of Midland; three grandchildren, Andrea Gomez and Daniela and Miguel Diaz; three sisters, Eulalia Dominquez of Marfa, Luzmila Garcia of Midland and Rosario Olivas of Andrews; and six brothers, Eduardo, Jose, Petronilo, Natalio and Alfredo Bustamante, all of Andrews and Armando Bustamante of Marfa.

Elia was preceded in death by her parents.

Special thanks to Barbara Lou Ratliff, Laura Ratliff, and Roberta Reynolds for years of friendship and special memories.

Gracias mama por ser la madre querida. Gracias viejita por ser la esposa ideal.

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 2/22/2007.
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Cook, Bruce A.

Bruce A. Cook, of Midland, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2007.

He was born September 27, 1925 to Arnold Cook and Lydia Marie Wood in Terril, Iowa. Bruce was married to Myrllin L. Huff on June 5, 1949 in Rockwell City, Iowa. He was reared and educated in Spirit Lake, Iowa where he attended high school and Iowa State University in Ames. Bruce was co-owner of Cook's Hatchery in Spirit Lake, Iowa and was a real estate agent for Elmer Bradley Construction of Tempe, Arizona. His memberships include Delta Upsilon Fraternity (Iowa State), member of Kiwanis, Masonic Lodge #329, 32nd degree Mason; Shriners and a member of the Methodist Church in Spirit Lake. While in Arizona, he attended Grace Community and Arizona Community in Tempe, Arizona.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bruce is survived by his loving wife Myrllin Cook; daughters Jan Cook Vernon and husband Van, of Midland, TX, and Judy Cook Hobbs and husband Charles, of Boise, ID; granddaughters Virginia Vernon Wells and husband Edward, of Austin, TX, Jennifer and Bethany Hobbs, of Boise, ID; grandson Matt Hobbs, of Boise, ID and one great-grandson, Oliver Edward Wells, of Austin, TX.

A memorial service has been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Saturday, February 24, 2007 at First United Methodist Church Glass Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, Texas 79701 or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/22/2007 - 2/23/2007.
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Gamble, Mildred

BIG SPRING -- Mildred Raye "Nema" Gamble, 79, of Big Spring died Sunday, Feb. 18, at her residence. Services were Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Myers & Smith Chapel with burial at Trinity Memorial Park.

She was born April 29, 1927, in Howard County to Thelma and Samuel Foster.

She is survived by her husband, Joe T. Gamble of Big Spring; one daughter, Janice Gaskins of Big Spring; four sons, Buddy Owens of Big Spring, Terry Gamble, Michel Gamble, both of Colorado City, and Perry Gamble of Big Spring; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Jack Owens; and one granddaughter.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


Loveless, Alice

Alice Loveless, 82, of Midland, died Monday, Feb. 19, at home.

She was born July 1, 1924 to Walter and Mary Johnson in Farmington, Minn. She married Leonard Loveless April 28, 1946 in Ogden, Utah.

Survivors include her husband, Leonard Loveless of Midland; a daughter, Linda Phillips of Midland; a son, Robert Loveless of Freeport; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Russell and Warner Swain Johnson.

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 2/22/2007.


Marion, Morgan

BIG SPRING -- Morgan Marion, 82, of Big Spring died Monday, Feb. 19, at Ennis. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


McDonald, Ramona

FORT STOCKTON -- Ramona True Crouse McDonald, 78, died Saturday, Feb. 17, in Van Horn. She was born March 5, 1928 in Alva, Okla. to Mathias Asbury Crouse and Jessie Helen Cameron. She married Clayton McDonald in October 18, 1947 in El Paso.

Services were held Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Church of Christ - Maple Street in Van Horn, with Minister Lyndon C. McDonald officiating.

Interment followed at Van Horn Cemetery.

Survivors include her husband, Clayton A. McDonald from Van Horn; two sons, Lyndon C. McDonald from Van Horn, and Charles L. McDonald from Midland; one daughter, Sandra K. Suddendorf from Darnestown, MD; one grandchild and one great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mathias and Jessie Crouse; brother, Max L. Crouse and one grandchild, Garrett Neil McDonald.

In lieu of flowers make donation to Lakeview Christian Home at 1905 W. Pierce, Carlsbad, New Mexico. 88220 or Charity of your choice.

Arrangements are by Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


Ott, Cynthia D.

Cynthia D. Ott, of Midland, died Wednesday, Feb. 21. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


Reynolds, Mary Kathryn

Mary Kathryn Reynolds of Oklahoma City passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2007. She was born on July 19, 1924 in Tyrone, PA to Paul G. & Gwen Price. Mary graduated from Tyrone High School and attended Indiana State Teachers College. On June 29, 1946, she married Norman K. Reynolds of Altoona, PA and they were happily married for 57 years.

Surviving are daughter Linda Polete and husband Pete of Murphysboro, IL; son Ken Reynolds and wife Karen of Oklahoma City; granddaughters Julie Reames of Alexandria, VA; Courtney Allbritton and husband Eddie of Keller, TX; Kerri St. John and husband Jay of Piedmont, OK; Kelli Chihab and husband Fouad of Edmond, OK; brother Dick Price of Tyrone, PA; sister-in-law Barbara Reynolds of State College, PA. Mary also leaves six great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter.

Mary loved life, dancing, spring flowers and sunshine. She never met a stranger and enjoyed her friends and family. Now she will be reunited with her husband Norm, her parents and many friends.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 21 at Hahn-Cook-Street & Draper Funeral Home in Oklahoma City. Graveside services will be held at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland on Friday, February 23 at 1:00 P.M. Local arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at www.americanheart.org.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.
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Smith, Ruthie

BIG SPRING -- Ruthie Nell Smith, 48, of Big Spring died Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Mt. View Lodge. Services are pending at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


Watkins, Mona

Mona Avent Watkins, 90, of Midland, died Monday, Feb. 19, in Midland. Services will be held at 1 p.m. today, Feb. 22, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Curtis Brewer of Odessa officiating. Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. today, Feb. 22, at Crane Cemetery in Crane with the Rev. Tommy Parker of Crane officiating.

She was born April 14, 1916, in Runnells County, to Grover Cleveland Avent and Eva Lucinda Brister Avent. She married Arnold Watkins June 19, 1936 in in Talpa. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Crane. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Watkins; her daughter, Ruedell Collins; brother, Eldon Avent; and two sisters, Vena Todd and Ozella Stacy.

Survivors include three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church, c/o TV Ministry, 700 North Lee Avenue, Odessa, 79761.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/22/2007.


White, Irene Ruth Hall

Irene White was a longtime resident of Midland. After the death of her husband, she moved to Edmond, Oklahoma where she died on Tuesday, February 13, 2007.

Irene was born on July 2, 1926, to Guy and Rachel Hall in Sinton, TX. She married Richard L. "Dick" White on September 2, 1945 and they were married for 58 years.

Her husband was a petroleum engineer and they moved around the country until his retirement in Midland in 1984. During these moves, she was the one who lovingly created a home in all of the towns in which they resided. She was active in church as well as civic activities until her failing health prevented her participation.

She was preceded in death by her husband, father, mother, and brother.

She is survived by Katherine and Michael Leviant, her daughter and son-in-law of Oklahoma City, OK; her daughter Margaret White of Tulsa, OK; two granddaughters and their husbands, Stefani and Tom Wilson, Sacramento, CA, and Lisa and Mark Jester of Ft. Worth, TX; and two great-grandchildren, Jay and Sara Wilson of Sacramento, CA. She is also survived by her sister Inez Montague of Ft. Worth, TX, her sister-in-law, Eleanor Mathis of Castroville, TX, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 23, 2007, at Northwestern Baptist Church. 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.

Friends may make memorials to the South Texas Children's Home, P.O. Box 1210, Beeville, TX 78104. This organization was very special to Irene and Dick and was supported by them since its founding in 1952.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/22/2007 - 2/23/2007.
Black, Dennis

BIG SPRING -- Dennis E. Black, 63, of Waxahachie, formerly of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, in Dallas.

Services will be at 2 p.m. today, Feb. 23, at Myers & Smith Chapel with Pastor Wayne Frost of St. Paul Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Memorial Park.

He was born Jan. 11, 1944, in Midland to Marge and Elvin Black. He was served in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his wife, Helen Elaine Black, formerly of Big Spring; two sons, Randall Eugene Black of Lovington, N.M. and David Warren Black of El Reno, Okla.; one daughter, Kristian Renee Roemer of Big Spring; two grandsons; three granddaughters; mother, Marge Black of Kansas City, Mo.; and one sister, Ruth Fetters of Platte City, Mo.

He was preceded in death by his father.

The family suggests memorials to their favorite charity.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Blanks, Don

Don Blanks, 86, of Midland died Sunday, Feb. 18 at his residence.

Services will be held at a later date in San Diego, Calif.

Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Chapa, Elidia

STANTON -- Services are pending for Elidia Chapa 69, of Big Spring, formerly of Stanton. She died Thursday, Feb. 22, in a Big Spring Hospital.

Services are under the direction of Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Cook, Bruce A.

Bruce A. Cook, of Midland, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2007.

He was born September 27, 1925 to Arnold Cook and Lydia Marie Wood in Terril, Iowa. Bruce was married to Myrllin L. Huff on June 5, 1949 in Rockwell City, Iowa. He was reared and educated in Spirit Lake, Iowa where he attended high school and Iowa State University in Ames. Bruce was co-owner of Cook's Hatchery in Spirit Lake, Iowa and was a real estate agent for Elmer Bradley Construction of Tempe, Arizona. His memberships include Delta Upsilon Fraternity (Iowa State), member of Kiwanis, Masonic Lodge #329, 32nd degree Mason; Shriners and a member of the Methodist Church in Spirit Lake. While in Arizona, he attended Grace Community and Arizona Community in Tempe, Arizona.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bruce is survived by his loving wife Myrllin Cook; daughters Jan Cook Vernon and husband Van, of Midland, TX, and Judy Cook Hobbs and husband Charles, of Boise, ID; granddaughters Virginia Vernon Wells and husband Edward, of Austin, TX, Jennifer and Bethany Hobbs, of Boise, ID; grandson Matt Hobbs, of Boise, ID and one great-grandson, Oliver Edward Wells, of Austin, TX.

A memorial service has been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Saturday, February 24, 2007 at First United Methodist Church Glass Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, Texas 79701 or the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/22/2007 - 2/23/2007.
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Elliott, Maureen Neatherlin "Mo"

Maureen "Mo" Neatherlin Elliott, 30, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007 in Midland, after a lengthy illness.

Funeral Services will be 11 a.m. Friday at the Wishire Park Baptist Church, with the Rev. Terry Hancock, offficiating. Interment will be in Serenity Memorial Park.

Born November 24, 1976 in Midland,TX. From the moment she entered into this world, she understood competition and had a fierceness for excellence, which remained with her throught. She was hard-headed, wild, and adventurous, but her smile cascaded over the room like the sun blazing over the horizion.

Maurine began playing softball at the age of 7 which, beyond the adulation she had for her children, was the absolute love of her life. Tenacious until the very end, she demostrated true courage and remained steadfast with her commitment to her faith.

Pallbearers will be John Busbee, Josh Busbee, Justin Busbee, Jacob Busbee, James Elliott, Mark Lennon, Eric Neatherlin, and Marty Pearcy.

She is preceded in death by her son, Tyler Elliott, grandparents, Ben and Leona Neatherland, and John and Ruth Johnson.

She is survived by her parents, Jane and Calvin Hancock, and Calvin Neatherlin Sr. She is also survived by her children Shianne Elliott, Michael Elliott, and Christian Hancock, a brother Cal Neatherlin and wife Kim of Midland, sister, Jeni Neatherlin of Rockport, TX, nieces Shelby and Karsen Neatherlin. Survivors in her extended family include, sisters, Judy Mitchell and Elizabeth Ryan, and brothers, Terry and Greg Hancock, also loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Memorials may be sent to Children's Miracle Network, 400 W. 4th, Odessa, Texas 79761.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thomas Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.
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Haigood, James

ANDREWS -- James Haigood, 62, of Lubbock died Thursday, Feb. 22, at a nursing home in Lubbock.

Services are pending with McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Johnson, Evelyn

Services for Evelyn J. Johnson, 61, of Midland are pending at Jackie Warren Funeral Home.

She died Thursday, Feb. 22, at a local hospital.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Nunley, Scott Leslie

Scott Nunley, longtime resident of Midland, died in a car accident on February 20, 2007, near Conroe, Texas.

He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Perry L. Nunley, of Katy; brothers & sisters-in-law, Ron & Margaret Nunley of Odessa, Dan & Marie Nunley of Midwest City, Oklahoma; his twin brother & sister-in-law, Stan & Ida Nunley of Safford, Arizona; sisters & brother-in-law, Kathleen & Steve Monnig of Jefferson City, Missouri, Elaine & Pete Monnig of Katy; sister-in-law, Linda Nunley of Nixon; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Perry Lester Nunley in 1992; and a brother, Perry Lawrence Nunley.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Schmidt Funeral Home Chapel, in Katy, where a rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, with his nephew, Deacon Matthew Monnig, S.J. reciting. Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, with Rev. Msgr. Jack M. Dinkins, celebrant. Interment in Katy Magnolia Cemetery.

Funeral services held under the direction of Schmidt Funeral Home 1508 East Avenue, Katy, Texas 77493.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.
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Ott, Cynthia D.

Cynthia D. Ott, of Midland, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2007.

She was born November 9, 1946 to Henry Boyd Newman and Billie Jo Whiteside Newman in Amarillo, Texas. Beginning in 1965, Cynthia began her undergraduate studies at Arizona State University, New Mexico Junior College, and the University of New Mexico. In 1972, she received a Bachelors of Science degree from West Texas State University and continued her graduate studies there until 1974. She also attended Trident Technical College. She had worked for KBIM Radio, Hobbs Police Department, the University of Alaska, and the International School of Business. While with the Hobbs Police Department she met her true love, James H. Ott, and the couple married in March 1975. Her memberships included the Legal Assistants Association of the Permian Basin, and Tri County Paralegal Association in Charleston, South Carolina. Cynthia volunteered her time and effort to the Centers for Children & Families in Midland; the P.T.A. in South Carolina; the Girl Scouts-Leader/Management in Bowie, Maryland and Adak, Alaska; Officer's Wives Club-Member/Officer in Norfolk, Virginia, Bowie, Maryland, Adak, Alaska, and San Antonio, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Jim, and brother, Henry Phillip Newman.

Cynthia is survived by her daughters, Melissa G. Rubio and Amy Tara Roberts; her sister, Melissa Naylor, and brothers, Steve Newman, Spencer Newman, and David Newman; grandchildren, Houston White, Taylor Ott, and Victoria Roberts.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. 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 2/23/2007.
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Overman, Regienald

BIG SPRING -- Regienald "Reggie" Overman, 59, of Big Spring, died Wednesday, Feb. 21, in a Lubbock hospital.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with the Rev. Craig Felty officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.

He was born July 22, 1947, in Sparkman, Ark. and married Jeanne E. Litke Dec. 9, 2000 in Big Spring.

Survivors include his wife, Jeanne Overman of Big Spring; one daughter, Lafan Johnson; a stepdaughter, Mary Emerson of Forsan; his father, L.M. Overman of Denham Springs, La.; one sister, Cynthia Overman of Denham Springs, La.; 10 stepgrandchildren and seven stepgreat-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Overman.

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 2/23/2007.


Short, Geneva Ruth (McGehee)

Geneva Ruth (McGehee) Short

Geneva Ruth (McGehee) Short died February 18, 2007 in Selah, Wa.

Geneva was born December 5, 1916, in Loraine, Mitchell County, Texas to Lillie Ruth (Kidd) McGehee and Andrew McGehee. She attended schools in Loraine, ultimately graduating from Tom S. Lubbock High School in Lubbock, Texas. She was a gifted musician, excelling by winning first place in voice competition in Dallas, Texas - State Honors. In addition she played the piano for various glee clubs and choral groups in Lubbock, Texas, while a high school senior. Her love of music remained throughout her life.

She married George Lester Parker in 1941, bringing with her a son, Donald Andrew (Andy), who was adopted by G.L. Parker. They had two children Jimmy Edwin and Georgia Ruth (Parker) Thompson. Jimmy died in 1946.

She loved the beauty of God's creation. She loved her Lord. She enjoyed her friends of which there are many. She played bridge often, enjoyed a good party, cared for her animals, birds, garden, and yard with gusto. She nurtured a small wild apricot seedling into a potentially patentable variety.

Her being a Texan included growing up in the dry, windy, thorny, snake-infested part of West Texas. On August 27, 1969, she married Lester M. Short in Midland, Texas. Living near downtown, her garden was so important that they drilled a water well in the yard, only to hit salt water but no oil. Nevertheless, her yard was a thing of beauty filled with flowers, pecan trees, and one desert tortoise.

Lester Short died in 1976. In 1989 she placed her belongings on a moving van, loaded the car with her cat and dog, and headed west. In Los Angeles she asked for directions, ending up in Selah, Washington, to be near her daughter, Georgia, to make her home and new friends.

Geneva enjoyed life. She continued learning every day. Her curious mind knew no bounds. She traveled, and enjoyed what she did with an optimistic, upbeat attitude. She will be missed by her friends and family. We are all better for having known her. Her love of Jesus is now rewarded by being in His presence perhaps singing in the choir.

A memorial service was held on Thursday, February 22 at 2:00 pm at The Cross Church 1019 Cornell Avenue, Yakima. Everyone was invited to attend.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.
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Smith, Ruthie

BIG SPRING -- Ruthie Nell Smith, 48, of Big Spring died Tuesday, Feb. 20, at Mountain View Lodge.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. today, Feb. 23, at Myers & Smith Chapel with burial at Mount Olive Memorial Park.

She was born May 6, 1958, in Big Spring. She was a member of Shiloh House of Praise.

She is survived by four sons, Mike D. Williams, Dijuan Ausbie, Dominque Ausbie and Chello Williams, all of Big Spring; one daughter, Rene Williams of Big Spring; five brothers, John D. Smith and Larry Smith, both of Temple, and Albert Smith, Charles Smith and Alvin Williams, all of Big Spring; two sisters, Debra Swanson of Midland and Sheila Williams of Big Spring; one uncle and seven grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, John D. Smith; her mother, Irma Mae Williams; and one brother, Robert Lee Evans.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Taylor, Virginia

BIG SPRING -- Virginia Taylor, 79, of Big Spring, died Thursday, Feb. 22, in a local hospital.

Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/23/2007.


Tieman, Chester H.

Chester H. Tieman died Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at the Hospice Inpatient Unit at Midland Memorial Hospital.

A Masonic graveside service will be held Saturday, February 24, 2007 at 1:00 pm at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Friday, February 23, 2007 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory in Midland.

Chester was born September 7, 1925 in Texarkana, Arkansas. He and his Mother returned to St. Louis, where he was raised and attended school. He entered the Navy on October 30, 1943 from St. Louis. After many months of extensive schooling, he was sent to a Torpedo Squadron, where he was a Torpedo bomber flying off the USS Hancock. He was discharged May 7, 1946. He moved to Dallas in 1947 where he worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone until his retirement on April 5, 1983. He met and married Frances Barron of Tyler, Texas on April 4, 1949. They moved to Midland in February of 1952.

Survivors include Frances, his wife of 57 years and 10 1/2 months; one daughter, Pennye and husband, Cedric Selby of Clayton, New Mexico; two granddaughters, Catherine and husband, Matthew Altman of Arlington and Rebecca and husband, Chris Robbins of Kuna, Idaho.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Midland, PO Box 2621, Midland, TX 79702 or Crestview Baptist Building Fund, 3300 Thomas Avenue, Midland, TX 79703.

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 2/23/2007.
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Truss, Joe Sam

Joe Sam Truss, formerly of Midland, departed this life in Fort Worth, Texas on February 22, 2007. Joe was born in Windom, Texas on July 16, 1921 to John R. and Dora Ann Truss. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother John R. Truss, Jr. and sister Ruth Shell. As a young child, Joe moved with his family to Fluvanna, Texas (near Snyder) where he lived until 1939, completing high school. He then moved to Midland and worked for Piggly Wiggly. He met his wife to be Lois Jane Irvin, and they married in November 1941. After two weeks of marriage, World War II began and Joe soon joined the Air Force, serving 3 years and 4 months. After the war, Joe owned and operated Al & Joe's Meat Market and partnered with Al King for many years. Joe and Jane lived at 2001 Huntington for 25 years, and moved to Bethesda Gardens Retirement facility in Fort Worth in May 2006.

Joe and Jane celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on November 22, 2006 in Fort Worth.

Joe was a member of First Baptist Church in Midland since 1946 and was interested in a variety of activities. He liked to travel, enjoyed sports and loved spending time with friends and family. Joe has passed on to the next stage of life after a long battle with Parkinson's.

He is survived by his wife, Lois Jane Truss; two sons, Robert S. Truss and wife Pat of Arlington, TX; and Tom Truss and wife Mary of Fort Worth; two grandsons, Rob Truss and wife Kim of Austin, TX; and Michael Truss of Arkadelphia, AR; two granddaughters, Stefanie Hale and husband Brandon of Ocean Springs, MS; and Diana Truss of Fort Worth, TX. Also, two great-granddaughters, Elise and Sofia Hale of Mississippi, and two great-grandsons, Tyler and Grayson Truss of Austin, TX.

A memorial service will be held in the First Baptist Church Chapel at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2007. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/23/2007 - 2/24/2007.
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White, Irene Ruth Hall

Irene White was a longtime resident of Midland. After the death of her husband, she moved to Edmond, Oklahoma where she died on Tuesday, February 13, 2007.

Irene was born on July 2, 1926, to Guy and Rachel Hall in Sinton, TX. She married Richard L. "Dick" White on September 2, 1945 and they were married for 58 years.

Her husband was a petroleum engineer and they moved around the country until his retirement in Midland in 1984. During these moves, she was the one who lovingly created a home in all of the towns in which they resided. She was active in church as well as civic activities until her failing health prevented her participation.

She was preceded in death by her husband, father, mother, and brother.

She is survived by Katherine and Michael Leviant, her daughter and son-in-law of Oklahoma City, OK; her daughter Margaret White of Tulsa, OK; two granddaughters and their husbands, Stefani and Tom Wilson, Sacramento, CA, and Lisa and Mark Jester of Ft. Worth, TX; and two great-grandchildren, Jay and Sara Wilson of Sacramento, CA. She is also survived by her sister Inez Montague of Ft. Worth, TX, her sister-in-law, Eleanor Mathis of Castroville, TX, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 23, 2007, at Northwestern Baptist Church. 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.

Friends may make memorials to the South Texas Children's Home, P.O. Box 1210, Beeville, TX 78104. This organization was very special to Irene and Dick and was supported by them since its founding in 1952.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/22/2007 - 2/23/2007.
Carrasco, Canuto D.

Graveside services for Canuto D. Carrasco, 85, of Midland will be 10:30 a.m. today, Feb. 24, at Fairview Cemetery. He died Feb. 22, at a local hospital. He born Feb. 19, 1918.

He served in WWII.

Survivors include his friend, William M. Merritt, of Midland. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Jackie Warren Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.


Dikant, Helen Marie (Wooditch)

Helen Marie (Wooditch) Dikant, age 93 of Neola, Pa., formerly of Greenfield Twp., Pa., passed away Wednesday, February 21, at home.

She was the loving wife of John "Dick" Dikant who passed away in 1967. She was born on July 11, 1913 and a devoted daughter to the late Joseph and Ada (Bunoski) Wooditch.

Helen was a 1932 graduate of St. Cyril Academy in Danville, Pa. She dearly loved her family, travel and doing embroidery and tatting. She faithfully kept a daily journal of her life, starting when her children were young. She taught her children US History by taking family trips throughout the country. Helen's love of travel continued up to age 91, emcompassing 49 states.

She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Gilbert, Pa. and St. Rose of Lima Church in Carbondale, Pa.

Helen is survived by 2 loving and devoted children: Richard "Dick" Dikant and his wife Lorraine of Neola, Pa. and Faith Lavelle of Carbondale, Pa., a grandson: John "Jay" Lavelle of Scranton, Pa., a sister: Marcella Kundrat of Midland, Texas; sister in law; Mary Sedlak of Peckville, Pa., several cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant son: Joseph Dikant.

Viewing will be held February 25, from 2-5 p.m. at the Donald N. Gower Funeral Home, Inc., Route 209, Gilbert, Pa., with Vigil Prayers by Deacon Robert O'Connor.

A mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Monday, February 26, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 6 North Church Street, Carbondale, Pa., with Mssgr. Joseph G. Quinn celebrant.

Interment will be in Our Mother of Sorrow Cemetery in Carbondale, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made In Loving Memory of Helen M. Dikant to Sisters of St. Cyril and Methodius, Maria Hall Drive, Danville, Pa., 17821 or to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 6 North Church Street, Carbondale, Pa., 18407.

The Donald N. Gower Funeral Home, Inc., Route 209, Gilbert, Pa. is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.
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Hale, Beverly

Beverly Hale died Friday, Feb. 23, in Odessa. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.


Johnson, Jo Ann

Jo Ann Johnson, of Midland, Texas passed away February 20, 2007. She was born September 9, 1940 to Chester and Rena Lee Balke in Austin, Texas and was raised and educated there. On June 4, 1960, she married John Dee Johnson and went on to be a loving wife and mother to her two daughters. Jo Ann had a seventeen year career with Conoco until she retired in 2004. Jo Ann was a past president of the International Right of Way Association.

Jo Ann was an active member of Memorial Christian Church where she had served as President of the Christian Women's Fellowship and Chairman of the Pastoral Relations Committee. Jo Ann was also a member of the Red Hats Society. She had a love for traveling, golfing, shopping, fishing, reading and spending time with family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dee Johnson and her parents. Jo Ann is survived by her two daughters Sheryl Beesley and her husband William of Las Vegas, NV; Karen Hart and her husband, Kenneth of League City, TX; her sister, Renean Cowan and her husband, Jessie of Devine, TX; five grandchildren, Deeann Wiedel of Muskogee, OK; Garrick and Brandon Livesay of League City, TX; David and Erin Hart of Foley, AL; one nephew, Casey Cowan of Devine, TX; her sister-in-law, Sandra Johnson of Austin, TX and three nieces.

The family will receive friend and family at Weed Corley Fish Funeral Home at 3125 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, Texas on Sunday, February 25, 2007 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held Monday, February 26, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Oakwood Cemetery Annex in Austin, Texas. Honorary pallbearers will be William Beesley, Kenneth Hart, Jessie Cowan, Casey Cowan, Bill Hendon and Willard Teinert. A memorial service has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Memorial Christian Church in Midland, Texas with Reverend Terry Rothermich officiating.

Memorials may be directed to Memorial Christian Church, 1001 Andrews Hwy, Midland, TX 79701, Buffalo Trail Council, Inc., Boy Scouts of America, 1101 W. Texas, Midland, TX 79701 or to Hospice Net, Inc., 401 Bowling Ave, Suite 51, Nashville, TN 37205-5124.

Obituary and guestbook online at wcfish.com

Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar, Austin, TX 78705.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/24/2007 - 2/25/2007.
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Marion, Morgan

BIG SPRING -- Morgan Marion, 82, of Big Spring died Monday, Feb. 19, in Ennis. Services will be at 2 p.m. today at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church with burial at Trinity Memorial Park.

He was born May 31, 1924, in Caldwell to Jessie and Noble Marion.

He married Virginia Mitchell on Dec. 26, 1949, in Big Spring. He worked for Texas Electric Company for more than 24 years. He won four Safety Awards given every five years. He was a member of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church since 1963. He was a member of Knights of Pythias since 1948.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia Marion of Ennis; one daughter, Gloria Ann Marion of Dallas; one son, Calvin Marion of Big Spring; five grandchildren, Tequilla Jones of Ennis, Rodger Eddington of Haltom City, Leon Eddington, Sidney Brook Patterson and Virginia Marion, all of Big Spring; 10 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Mary Jones of Amarillo and Noble May Jenkins of Denver.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Jessie Mae Roberts.

The family will be at 311 NE 10th Street.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.


Morris, Patricia Ann

Patricia Ann Morris died Thursday, Feb. 22. Services are pending at Thomas Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.


Rowntree IV, Robert

ODESSA -- Services for Robert Rowntree IV of San Antonio and formally of Odessa are pending with Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home. He died at San Antonio Methodist Hospital on Thursday, Feb. 22.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/24/2007.


Taylor, Virginia

BIG SPRING -- Virginia Taylor, 79, of Big Spring, died Thursday, Feb. 22, in a local hospital. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. today, Feb. 24, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Rosewood Chapel with Dr. Randy Cotton, pastor of Trinity Baptist Church, officiating.

She was born on July 1, 1927, in Helena, Mont., and married Lewis Emery Taylor on Sept. 27, 1950 in Vancouver, Wash. He preceded her in death in July 1993.

She was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church.

Survivors include a daughter, Sherri Anthony of Big Spring; a son, Sam Taylor of Katy; two grandchildren; and a brother, Floyd Finnegan of Helena, Mont. The family suggests memorials to Parkview Nursing and Rehab Center Angel Fund, 3200 Parkway, 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 2/24/2007.


Tieman, Chester H.

Chester H. Tieman died Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Hospice Inpatient Unit at Midland Memorial Hospital. A Masonic graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. today, Feb. 24, at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland.

He was born Sept. 7, 1925 in Texarkana, Ark. He and his mother returned to St. Louis, where he was raised and attended school. He entered the Navy on Oct. 30, 1943. After many months of schooling, he was sent to a Torpedo Squadron, where he was a Torpedo bomber flying off the USS Hancock. He was discharged May 7, 1946. He moved to Dallas in 1947 where he worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone until his retirement April 5, 1983. He met and married Frances Barron of Tyler on April 4, 1949. They moved to Midland in February of 1952.

Survivors include his wife, Frances; one daughter, Pennye Selby of Clayton, N.M.; and two granddaughters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, 79702 or Crestview Baptist Building Fund, 3300 Thomas Avenue, Midland, 79703.

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 2/24/2007.


Truss, Joe Sam

Joe Sam Truss, formerly of Midland, departed this life in Fort Worth, Texas on February 22, 2007. Joe was born in Windom, Texas on July 16, 1921 to John R. and Dora Ann Truss. He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother John R. Truss, Jr. and sister Ruth Shell. As a young child, Joe moved with his family to Fluvanna, Texas (near Snyder) where he lived until 1939, completing high school. He then moved to Midland and worked for Piggly Wiggly. He met his wife to be Lois Jane Irvin, and they married in November 1941. After two weeks of marriage, World War II began and Joe soon joined the Air Force, serving 3 years and 4 months. After the war, Joe owned and operated Al & Joe's Meat Market and partnered with Al King for many years. Joe and Jane lived at 2001 Huntington for 25 years, and moved to Bethesda Gardens Retirement facility in Fort Worth in May 2006.

Joe and Jane celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on November 22, 2006 in Fort Worth.

Joe was a member of First Baptist Church in Midland since 1946 and was interested in a variety of activities. He liked to travel, enjoyed sports and loved spending time with friends and family. Joe has passed on to the next stage of life after a long battle with Parkinson's.

He is survived by his wife, Lois Jane Truss; two sons, Robert S. Truss and wife Pat of Arlington, TX; and Tom Truss and wife Mary of Fort Worth; two grandsons, Rob Truss and wife Kim of Austin, TX; and Michael Truss of Arkadelphia, AR; two granddaughters, Stefanie Hale and husband Brandon of Ocean Springs, MS; and Diana Truss of Fort Worth, TX. Also, two great-granddaughters, Elise and Sofia Hale of Mississippi, and two great-grandsons, Tyler and Grayson Truss of Austin, TX.

A memorial service will be held in the First Baptist Church Chapel at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 24, 2007. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/23/2007 - 2/24/2007.
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Woods, Billye

STEPHENVILLE -- Billye Ruth Huddleston Woods, 83, of Stephenville, died Friday, Feb. 23, in Stephenville. He was born May 29, 1923, in Comanche County, to the late Harry Jennings Huddleston and Mary Della "Madie" Gray Huddleston.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 at Nowlin Funeral Home Chapel, the burial will be at DeLeon Cemetery with the Rev. Buddy Wells officiating.

He is survived by daughter, Sherry Taylor of Stephenville; sister, Louise Clark of Gorman; brother, Bob Huddleston; one grandson, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at the funeral home from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26.
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