Chapa, Elidia

STANTON -- Services for Elidia S. Chapa of Big Spring, formerly of Stanton, have been set for Monday, Feb. 26, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Felix Cubelo officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. today, Feb. 25, at Stanton Memorial Funeral Home.

He was born May 27, 1937 in Casa Pierda. She died Feb. 22, at Scenic Mountain Hospital in Big Spring.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mauro and Genoveva Sotelo; brother, Maximo Sotelo and sister, Manuela Rodriquez.

Survivors include her four sons, Danial Lopez of Stanton, David Lopez of Denton, Eddie Gavia of Denton and Joe Manuel Porras of Midland; two daughters, Alice Lopez of Denton, and Estella Villa of Big Spring; three brothers, Polo Sotelo of Marfa, Frank Sotelo and Valentino Sotelo, both of Stanton; one sister Lorenza Villa of Stanton; 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildern.

Arrangements are under the direction of Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/25/2007.


Haigood, James

ANDREWS -- James (Jim) Haigood, 62, of Lubbock died Thursday, Feb. 22.

Graveside services will be 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, at Andrews North Cemetery. Pastor Greg Newton of Bowie will officiate. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

He was born July 3, 1944 in Tahoka, to James L. and Marie Haigood.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Allan Haigood.

He is survived by three daughters, Brenda Tramell of Snyder; Pam Thatcher of Andrews and Tina Ellis of Snyder; three sons, Bo Haigood of Honalulu; Dustin Haigood of Lubbock; and Josh Haigood of Savanah, Ga.; one brother, Wayne Haigood of Bowie; two sisters, Sue Haigood and Doris Haigood both of Austin; 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/25/2007.


Hale, Beverly

Beverly Hale, of Midland, died Friday, Feb. 23. Services have been scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, March 3, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/25/2007.


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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Morris, Patricia Ann

Patricia Ann Morris, 69, of Dallas, Texas, died on Thursday, February 22, 2007, after a lengthy illness. A Memorial Service will be held in the Glass Chapel at First United Methodist Church in Midland on Monday, February 26, 2007, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. John Rech officiating. A Family visitation will be Sunday from 3-5 at the Thomas Funeral Home.

She was born October 6, 1937, in Dallas, Texas, to Annabelle and Robert Justice. She excelled in scholastics, majoring in business, and was very proud to have served as a United States Marine. She married Gustavo A. Morris, and later moved to Lima, Peru in 1955, where she worked in the Superintendent's Office of the American School of Lima, and later was the Administrator for the American Society of Peru. She also served as a liaison between the American Society of Peru and the United States Embassy in Peru. She had a passion for reading, and learning, and extending a cultural bridge between the people of Peru and the United States. Mom loved everyone, and never met a stranger.

She is survived by her husband, Gustavo A. Morris, and her son, Dennis G. Morris, and his wife Latricia A. Morris, her grandchildren Brit and Alexis Morris, and Zachary and Jared Anthony, and many loving cousins, nephews, nieces, and many other friends and family.

The family wishes to extend their grandest appreciation and thanks to all the staff of the Younger Unit at Manor Park, in Midland. The compassion and care, given to Mom, will always be remembered, and treasured. Lilly, Carolyn, Lisa, Teresa, Patricia, Sherrie, and the countless others who were always there for Mom, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We love you all.

Memorials may be made to the Younger Unit at Manor Park, or to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thomas Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/25/2007.
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Rowntree IV, Robert

ODESSA -- Robert Rowntree IV, known as"Scooter" and "Bubba," died Thursday, Feb. 22, in San Antonio at the age of 40.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

He was born April 9, 1966 in Odessa to Robert and Saundra Rowntree.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Rowntree III, M.D., and his grandparents, Bob and Vera Rowntree.

He is survived by his mother, Saundra, of Waco; three sisters, Gwen Claunch of Cincinnati; Cassie Rowntree of El Paso; Kristi Apfel of Waco; grandparents Harold and Pauline Makos of Junction City, Ore.; one nephew; one niece; one aunt and one uncle.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/25/2007.
Ashley, Darrell

ANDREWS -- Darrell Ashley, 52 of Andrews died Sunday, Feb. 25. Services are pending with McNett Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/26/2007.


Avila, Jose Mendoza

Jose Mendoza Avila, of Midland, died Sunday, Feb. 25. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/26/2007.


Guest, Forrest

ANDREWS -- Forrest Guest, 77 of Andrews died Saturday, Feb. 24, in Andrews. Services are pending with McNett Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/26/2007.


Plemmons, Alta Ellen (Corky)

Alta Ellen (Corky) Plemmons, of Midland, passed away following a short illness quietly in her sleep Saturday, February 24, 2007 completely surrounded by her family and friends.

She was born August 31, 1922 in Soper, OK to Fritz Fly and Gladys L. McCandless Fly. She attended high school in Cotton Center, TX and graduating in 1940. She received her BS degree in chemistry from Texas Tech University in 1947 and also taught chemistry for 2 years. Alta met Othal Plemmons at college when he was her brother's room mate. They married on December 14, 1943. They have lived in Midland for 51 years. Alta attended North A and Tennessee Church of Christ. She loved her family and all children. Alta taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School for many years, often writing the curriculum. Her study of the Bible was intense, life long and self-applied. She wanted to study to be a better follower of the Christ she loved. Alta's devotion to her husband Plem was absolute and taught all her family what "being in love" meant. Her love for their boys and daughters-in-law followed unconditionally as it did to every person who entered her life. She loved fly fishing with Plem in Colorado and California, journalism (she was the family historian) and studying medical and chemical information. She was a life-long learner. Her friends and family will miss one of their kindest, confidants, most gentle correctors, givers of love and swiftest filler of needs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Linda, brother; Bill and sister in-law Celia Fly.

Alta is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Othal Miles Plemmons; sons Richard Dale Plemmons, of Huston, TX and Floyd Wayne Plemmons, of Midland, TX; brother, Bruce Lee Fly; sister,Elida Jo Mitchell; granddaughters, Stephanie Dawn McClain, Rachel Plemmons and Jennifer Denise Plemmons; grandsons Mark H. Plemmons and Rick Miles Plemmons; numerous precious great- grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at North A Church of Christ. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com. In lieu of flowers, please send a memorial to any organization giving care to children.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/26/2007.
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Stout, Ina

Ina Stout, 74, of Midland, passed away February 24, 2007 at the Hospice House in Odessa. A viewing and visitation will be held on Monday, February 26, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 in Cross Plains, Texas.

Ina was born on October 31, 1932 in Hamelton, Texas to John and Margaret Merrill. She grew up in Cross Plains and graduated high school there. She lived in Coahoma for many years working as a city secretary and later as a tax assessor collector. Ina moved to Midland and worked at the county clerk office retiring in 1998. She loved to play bridge with her friends at the Senior Citizens Center and enjoyed spending time with her friends at Manor Park.

She is survived by daughter, Ann Bohannon and husband Dean of Midland; daughter, Jan Nichols and husband Max of Big Spring; son, Jerry Stout and wife Patti of Odessa; two sisters. Ruby Miles of Pearland and Loris Norris of Abilene; a sister in law, Ella Faye Merrill of Cross Plains; six grandchildren, Kevin Nichols and wife Rachael of Midland; Eric Bohannon of Midland; Melissa Crow of Midland; Brad Stout of Alpine; Trey Bohannon and wife Allison of Midland and Caleb Stout of Ft. Benning, Georgia and six great grandchildren.

In leiu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the Hospice House of Odessa, 903 N. Sam Houston, Odessa TX 79761.

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 2/26/2007.
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Trentham, Elvina Muriel

Elvina Muriel Trentham, of Midland, died Saturday, Feb. 24.

She was born in Rhyl Wales, England June 26, 1915 to Robert Lotan Davies and Nellie Phillips. She married Timothy Craig Trentham Oct. 20, 1938 in New York City, N.Y.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

She is survived by her son, Robert Craig Trentham and three grandsons.

Visitations will be Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Ellis Funeral Home between the hours of 6-8 p.m.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Resthaven Memorial Park.

The family requests memorials be directed to the American Lung Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/26/2007.
Ashley, Darrell

SNYDER -- Services for Darrell L. Ashley, 52, of Andrews will be 11 a.m. at Snyder Cemetery, Wednesday, Feb. 28. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.

He died Sunday, Feb. 25, at his residence.

He was born May 17, 1954 in Snyder. He married Nancy Adams Jan. 1, 1981 in Lamesa.

He served in the US Navy durring the Vietnam war.

Survivors include his wife; son; Larry Fletcher of Dallas; daughters, Becky Terry, Ann Llorente, Killeen and Kimberly Whitt, all of Big Spring; mother, Mary June Ashley of Kingsland; grandmother, Tommie McGinty of Kingsland; brothers, Jerry of College Station and David of Kingsland; sister, Denita Ashley of Kingsland; 20 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son, Russell Fletcher, and father, Kenneth Dale Ashley.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Avila, Jose M.

Jose Mendoza Avila, of Midland, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2007.

He was born February 25, 1934 in Brewster Co. to Bardomiano Meraz Avila and Eloisa Mendoza.

Jose worked as a carpenter in Midland and Oklahoma. He also worked and retired as a ranch hand in Brewster and Midland. In 1947, he moved to Midland and met the love of his life, Senaida. The couple was married on December 21, 1951. They moved to Clovis, N.M. in 1961, Oklahoma in 1966 and Midland in 1976. Jose was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend that would go out of his way to help others, always.

He was preceded in death by his brothers; Flavio, Marcelino and Jessie; sister, Nina and son, Elier.

Jose is survived by his wife, Senaida Avila of Midland, TX; his sons, James and wife Gracie, of Midland, TX; and Joe Jr. and wife Tracy, of Longview, TX; daughters, Betty and husband Edwardo, Janie and husband Jessie Stow, and JoAnn and boyfriend Don, all of Oklahoma; brothers, Benito, of Midland, Manuel, of Clarksville; sisters, Francis Morales, of Midland, TX; Alicia Ybarra, of Odessa, TX; and Yolanda Avila, of Dallas, TX; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A rosary will be held at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel.

Funeral services have been scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be James and Joe Avila, Jr. Pallbearers will be Benny Avila, Jr., Andy Hernandez, Jessie Hernandez, Roy Avila, Rodney Avila and George Bill, Jr.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.
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Chancellor, Alva

BROWNFIELD -- Services for Alva Lee Chancellor, 81, of Brownfield will be 2 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at the Terry County Memorial Cemetery. She died Saturday, Feb. 24, in Lubbock.

She was born June 7, 1925 to Hubert and Hettie Runnels in Hollis, Okla. She married James "Pete" Chancellor on June 16, 1944 in Seagraves.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Railey; brother, Don Runnels; and sister, Lamoyne Baker. She is survived by her husband; daughters, Melba Boen of Dunn, Sharon Cromer of Midland and Lois Hook of Brownfield; brothers, Burt Runnels of Snyder and Burl Runnels of Lubbock; sister, Joyce Felts of Lamesa; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Clay, Ray "Bill"

ODESSA -- Ray "Bill" Clay, 84, of Odessa died Saturday, Feb. 24, at Hospice House. Services will be 3 p.m. today, Feb. 27, in the Chapel at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with Dr. Griffin Jones of Temple Baptist Church officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens under the direction of Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

He was born Sept. 11, 1922 in Byars, Okla. to Artie Dora Haynes and Erasho Charles Clay. He served in the Army during WWII. He married Winona Maxey in Stratford, Okla. Nov. 4, 1948. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Winona; son, Farron; brother, Hubert Clay; sisters, Dora Mae Duncan and Aurelia "Pete" Martin.

Survivors include his son, Ferrall Clay of Odessa; grandchildren, Harley Clay, Tiera Gathings and Zachary Clay; brothers, Orin Clay of Claira, Okla. and Leo Clay of Moore, Okla. Online condolences can be made at www.mem.com.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice House, 903 N. Sam Houston, Odessa, 79761.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Crouch, Doris

Doris Crouch passed away on Monday; she was married to J.H. "Jay" Crouch, Jr. who passed away in July of 2006. Doris was born on April 30, 1921 and grew up outside of Colorado City, Texas on a farm. Shortly after WWII, Doris married Jay and they were involved in the ranching and oil business for over fifty years in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Graveside services will be held at Resthaven Memorial Park at 10:30 am Wednesday the 28th of February. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
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Green, Billie

ODESSA -- Billie Jean Green, 77, of Odessa died Sunday, Feb. 25, in Odessa. She was born March 6, 1929 in Lamesa.

Survivors include her son, Brad Green of Midland; one granddaughter and five great-grandchildren.

Services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Acres West Funeral Chapel in Odessa with Pastor Carrie Barrett officiating. Interment will follow at Kermit cemetery.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Guest, Forrest

ANDREWS -- Forrest B. Guest, 77, of Andrews died Saturday, Feb. 24, at his residence. Arrangements are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Memorial services will be at a later date.

He was born Aug. 31, 1929 in Sonora. He married Marietta Dawn Rucker Jan. 29, 1949 in Del Rio. He was a member of McKinney Acres Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife; daughters, Haroletta Henry, Rockdale, Billy Dell Brumbelow, Hutto, Forrest Ann Roubison, Eldorado and Jannie Lemond, all of Andrews; sister, Clara Dell Jones of San Angelo; 10 grandcildren and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Johnny B. and Homer Ray Guest, and a brother, William "Bill" Guest.

To register or send condolences, go to mcnettfuneralhome.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Hobbs, Pauline Blanscet

Pauline Blanscet Hobbs passed away at Midland Memorial Hospital on February 24, 2007. She was born on February 7, 1917 to Joseph A. and Martha Jane Blanscet in Ozark Arkansas, and was one of twelve children. The family moved to Clay County, Texas in 1927. Pauline graduated from Dean Dale High School in 1933 along with her twin sister, Aline Blanscet Peirce of Amarillo, Texas. She then moved to Midland, Texas in 1957 where she married Dean Kelly Hobbs in 1955. He preceded her in death in May 1957.

While living in Midland, Pauline worked for McGrath and Smith in the land department, for Frank Miller, and for Richard B. Hamm. She was well liked everywhere she worked. Pauline is best known, however, for her desire to care for others. She devoted her life to her children and other family members who needed help. Pauline was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church and the Keystone Sunday School class of St. Luke's United Methodist Church.

She is survived by a daughter, Gail Blanscet Jagd of Bethany, Oklahoma; a son Jarold Wayne Blanscet of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; a daughter, Joan Blanscet of Dallas, Texas; and a son, Wade S. Hobbs, of Weatherford, Texas. She is also survived by six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. Gregory W. Bartha for his special care during Pauline's illness; to Carl L. Fisher, longtime friend; to the Thorsen family in handling her estate sale; to Pastor Karan Young for her visits and counsel; and to Hospice of Midland.

Private services will be at Blanscet Cemetery in Ozark, Arkansas. A nephew, Lawrence Blanscet, will conduct the service. St. Mark's UMC will hold a memorial service on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 1701 N. Main, Midland, Texas 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.
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Hudgens, Barbara Frances Anderson

SAN ANGELO -- Barbara Frances Anderson Hudgens completed her earthly journey on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007 , and joined her husband, Ray, to complete their heavenly journey together.

Barbara was born July 19, 19 20 , in Taber , Alberta , Canada , to Marion Frances and Robert Harbison Anderson.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Ray D. Hudgens; her parents; and four siblings, Robert L. Anderson, Marion M. Kemper, Hester M. Anderson and Margaret E. Anderson.

She is survived by her sister, Ann K. Anderson of Taber, Alberta, Canada; and several cousins, Audrey Willis of England, Hester Campbell and Mary Jo Cavey of Edmonton, Alberta, Lindsay Grindley and Kathleen Longworthy of Calgary, Alberta. She is survived by two sisters-in-law, Hazel LaMunyon of San Diego and Lorene Hudgens of San Angelo, Texas; nieces Marlene Vaughn of Bronte, Texas, and Zona Curtis of Michigan; and nephews LeDrew Arrott of Bronte, Texas, Milton Hudgens of San Angelo, Texas, and Davis Hudgens of Fort Worth, Texas.

Barbara graduated from Taber High School and then from the Angus School of Commerce in Winnipeg . She then worked at the Canadian Bank of Commerce and was also a dental assistant.

It was in 1943 when she met the love of her life, Ray D. Hudgens. She promised that she would wait for him while he finished his tour with the United States Navy. After Ray completed his tour he returned to Canada to find his true love. They were married on March 6, 19 46 , in Taber , Alberta . Her father not only had to bless the marriage, but he also had to approve of Barbara moving to Texas . Barbara and Ray lived in Eldorado , Texas , for seven years. They then moved to Midland , Texas, to start their own Geophysical Drilling Co. While in Midland , Barbara was a member of the Woman's Club and Geo Wives' Club. In 1989, they decided to retire and move to San Angelo , Texas . Barbara made a beautiful home for them located in the Rio Concho West development. Barbara and Ray were both active in "The Junk Yard Band" and "The Silver Streak Club." Through these organizations and others Barbara was loved by all.

A special thanks to Dr. Hewell, the staff of Legend Oaks Nursing Home and Hospice of San Angelo for the care they provided for Barbara. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Alma Helton. Alma loved and cared for Barbara with the gentlest and most loving ways. Alma , we can never thank you enough.

Service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at St. Mark Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in Fairmount Cemetery , 1120 W. Avenue N, immediately after the service. Arrangements are by Johnson's Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Presbyterian Church, 2506 Johnson St. , San Angelo , Texas 76901 ; or to the charitable organization of your choice.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.
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Johnson, Evelyn McClendon

Evelyn McClendon Johnson, 64, of Midland died February 22, 2007, at a local hospital. She has been a resident of Midland for 62 years and attended the public schools of Midland.

She is preceded in death by her father, Harvey McClendon Sr., brother, Harvey McClendon, Jr.; son, Wyndell Johnson and sister, Joyce McClendon.

Survivors include her mother, Eula Mae Howell of Midland, one son, Edward Johnson of Midland; daughters, Jacqueline Taylor of Amarillo, Texas; three sisters, Helen Morris and Velma Mackey of Midland, and Margaret Cooks of Florida; six brothers, Charled McClendon, L.D. Howell, Jr., Wallace Howell, Tony Howell of Midland, Texas, Ricky Howell of San Angelo, Texas and Eddie Howell of Houston, Texas; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 28, at 1:00 p.m. at the North Side Church of Christ with Rev. Ben Foster Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Serenity Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Jackie Warren Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.
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Jones, Harold E.

Harold E. Jones, 87, ascended to heaven Sunday, February 25, 2007 after a courageous battle with complications of diabetes. Following private graveside services at Resthaven Memorial Park, a memorial will be held at First Christian Church on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. David Nash and Rev. Pamela Vannoy officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

From hardscrabble roots as the son of a Knippa rock quarry foreman, Harold put himself through college at the University of Texas at Austin and spent a lifetime pursuing a passion for geology in Midland.

He celebrated life as a fierce individualist, head strong and determined to prove his worth in the world. After graduating from UT Austin in 1941, Harold served in the U.S. Air Corps and U.S. Coast Guard during WWII and participated in the invasion of Omaha Beach at Normandy aboard Coast Guard LST -262.

He liked to tell the story of proving his mettle in the boxing ring while a radar man with the nickname "Buddy" in the Coast Guard. Challenged to a fight by a deck hand, Harold dispatched his opponent with a single blow to the chin, knocking him cold. He was never challenged again. His geology career took root in Houston after the war, with a stint at Brazos Oil & Gas and his first big discovery - Anna Mae Brown. They wed and moved to Midland soon afterward. Harold worked for Stanolind Oil & Gas and Bankline Oil & Gas before launching a successful career as an independent geologist in 1957. His persistence led to working interests in several oil and gas discoveries.

He loved poring over geological logs and "sitting" on wells in the oil & gas heyday of the 50s and 60s or thumping opponents on his Scharbauer Drive tennis court or singing hymns at church (he led the singing at Fellowship Sunday School class at First Christian for over 50 years) and Christmas carols with family while doting on his eight grandchildren. He took great pride in the exploits of his four sons, who he and Anna Mae taught tenacity, integrity and Christian values. But most of all he loved Anna Mae, whom he married in 1948 and who, after 58 years of marriage, was beside him at his passing.

Harold was active in Toastmasters International for over 25 years. He was also a member of SIPES, AAPG and WTGS. He served First Christian Church as Deacon, Elder and Elder Emeritus.

He is survived by his wife and best friend, Anna Mae Jones, four sons, Harold E. "Hal" Jones Jr. of Raleigh, N.C., Stan Jones of Fort Worth and his wife Liz, Mike Jones of Midland and Ken Jones of Odessa and his wife Dianne; eight grandchildren, Gwen, Jenny and Stephanie, all of Raleigh, Megan, Philip and Ross of Fort Worth and Robert and Jason of Odessa.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to MARC or First Christian Church of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/27/2007 - 2/28/2007.
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Knight, Orene

Orene Scott Knight, of Midland, formerly of San Bernardino, Calif., died Monday, Feb. 26.

Services will be 3 p.m. today, Feb. 27, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Services will also be held at Immanuel Baptist Church in Highland, Calif.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to Immanuel Baptist Church, 28355 E. Baseline St., Highland, California 92346.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Plemmons, Alta

Alta Ellen (Corky) Plemmons of Midland died Saturday, Feb. 24.

She was born Aug. 31, 1922 in Soper, Okla. to Fritz Fly and Gladys L. McCandless Fly. She married Othal Miles Plemmons Dec. 14, 1943.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Linda; brother; Bill; and sister in-law, Celia Fly.

She is survived by her husband; sons, Richard Dale Plemmons of Huston and Floyd Wayne Plemmons of Midland; brother, Bruce Lee Fly; sister, Elida Jo Mitchell; three granddaughters; two grandsons; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Services have been scheduled for 3 p.m. today, Feb. 27, at North A Church of Christ. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Stout, Ina

CROSS PLAINS -- Ina Stout, 74, of Midland, died Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Hospice House in Odessa. A viewing and visitation was held Monday, Feb. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home in Midland. Services will be today, Feb. 27, in Cross Plains.

She was born Oct. 31, 1932 in Hamelton, to John and Margaret Merrill.

She is survived by her daughters, Ann Bohannon of Midland and Jan Nichols of Big Spring; son, Jerry Stout of Odessa; sisters, Ruby Miles of Pearland and Loris Norris of Abilene; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the Hospice House of Odessa, 903 N. Sam Houston, Odessa 79762.

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 2/27/2007.


Trentham, Elvina Muriel

Elvina Muriel Trentham, of Midland, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2007.

She was born in Rhyl Wales, England on June 26, 1915 to Robert Lotan Davies and Nellie Phillips. Muriel was raised and educated in Cherry Orchard, England. In 1926, she moved to the U.S. with her parents and lived in Summerville and Bound Brook, N.J. She married Timothy Craig Trentham on October 20, 1938 in New York City, N.Y. Muriel was employed with Phoenix of London as an insurance secretary.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Timothy Craig Trentham.

Muriel is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Robert Craig and Martha J. Trentham; grandsons, Donald Earl, Timothy Glen and Christopher Jon.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

Graveside services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at Resthaven Memorial Park.

The family request that memorials be directed to the American Lung Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.
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Turner, Roger

BIG SPRING -- Roger Turner, 56, of Big Spring, died Sunday, Feb. 25, in Temple. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/27/2007.


Villa, Juan "Johnny"

Juan "Johnny" Villa, 30, went to be home with our Heavenly Father on Saturday, February 24, 2007 in Azle, Texas. He was born in Stanton, Texas on October 16, 1976 to Jesus and Yolanda Villa. Johnny was raised and educated in Midland.

He met and married the love of his life, Zilpa Gonzalez on May 16, 1994. He was a roustabout in the Oil industry most of his life.

Johnny had a great sense of humor. He was a big fan of the Texas Longhorns and loved cooking out for family and friends. He loved his wife and spending time with his children.

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

He is preceded in death by his son Patrick Villa, grandparents Consuelo and Santos Franco and Victoria Villa.

Survivors include: his wife Zilpa Villa of Azle, Texas; a daughter Andrea I. Villa of Azle, Texas; a son Johnny G. Villa also of Azle, Texas; one brother Jesse Villa of Midland, Texas; three sisters: Carol Ramirez of Ft. Worth, Texas, Marisella Hernandez of Lake Worth, Texas and Roxanna Arredondo of Baylor, Texas; numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and a host of friends.

Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 1:00 pm at Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

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 2/27/2007.
Avila, Jose

Jose Mendoza Avila, of Midland, died Sunday, Feb. 25.

He was born Feb. 25, 1934 in Brewster Co. to Bardomiano Meraz Avila and Eloisa Mendoza.

He married Senaida Dec. 21, 1951.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Flavio, Marcelino and Jessie; sister, Nina, and son, Elier.

He is survived by his wife; sons, James of Midland and Joe Jr. of Longview; daughters, Betty, Janie Stow, and JoAnn, all of Oklahoma; brothers, Benito of Midland, Manuel of Clarksville; sisters, Francis Morales of Midland, Alicia Ybarra of Odessa and Yolanda Avila of Dallas; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Services will be 10 a.m. today, Feb. 28, at St. Stephen's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Bautista, Juanita

Juanita Bautista, 63, died at the Hospice Inpatient Unit in Midland. Services are pending with Pipkin Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Crouch, Doris

Doris Crouch passed away on Monday; she was married to J.H. "Jay" Crouch, Jr. who passed away in July of 2006. Doris was born on April 30, 1921 and grew up outside of Colorado City, Texas on a farm. Shortly after WWII, Doris married Jay and they were involved in the ranching and oil business for over fifty years in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. Graveside services will be held at Resthaven Memorial Park at 10:30 am Wednesday the 28th of February. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/27/2007 - 2/28/2007.
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Jones, Harold E.

Harold E. Jones, 87, ascended to heaven Sunday, February 25, 2007 after a courageous battle with complications of diabetes. Following private graveside services at Resthaven Memorial Park, a memorial will be held at First Christian Church on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. David Nash and Rev. Pamela Vannoy officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

From hardscrabble roots as the son of a Knippa rock quarry foreman, Harold put himself through college at the University of Texas at Austin and spent a lifetime pursuing a passion for geology in Midland.

He celebrated life as a fierce individualist, head strong and determined to prove his worth in the world. After graduating from UT Austin in 1941, Harold served in the U.S. Air Corps and U.S. Coast Guard during WWII and participated in the invasion of Omaha Beach at Normandy aboard Coast Guard LST -262.

He liked to tell the story of proving his mettle in the boxing ring while a radar man with the nickname "Buddy" in the Coast Guard. Challenged to a fight by a deck hand, Harold dispatched his opponent with a single blow to the chin, knocking him cold. He was never challenged again. His geology career took root in Houston after the war, with a stint at Brazos Oil & Gas and his first big discovery - Anna Mae Brown. They wed and moved to Midland soon afterward. Harold worked for Stanolind Oil & Gas and Bankline Oil & Gas before launching a successful career as an independent geologist in 1957. His persistence led to working interests in several oil and gas discoveries.

He loved poring over geological logs and "sitting" on wells in the oil & gas heyday of the 50s and 60s or thumping opponents on his Scharbauer Drive tennis court or singing hymns at church (he led the singing at Fellowship Sunday School class at First Christian for over 50 years) and Christmas carols with family while doting on his eight grandchildren. He took great pride in the exploits of his four sons, who he and Anna Mae taught tenacity, integrity and Christian values. But most of all he loved Anna Mae, whom he married in 1948 and who, after 58 years of marriage, was beside him at his passing.

Harold was active in Toastmasters International for over 25 years. He was also a member of SIPES, AAPG and WTGS. He served First Christian Church as Deacon, Elder and Elder Emeritus.

He is survived by his wife and best friend, Anna Mae Jones, four sons, Harold E. "Hal" Jones Jr. of Raleigh, N.C., Stan Jones of Fort Worth and his wife Liz, Mike Jones of Midland and Ken Jones of Odessa and his wife Dianne; eight grandchildren, Gwen, Jenny and Stephanie, all of Raleigh, Megan, Philip and Ross of Fort Worth and Robert and Jason of Odessa.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to MARC or First Christian Church of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/27/2007 - 2/28/2007.
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Jones, Mary

BIG SPRING -- Mary Ann Jones, 76, of Big Spring, died Monday, Feb. 26, at the Home Hospice House in Odessa. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Knight, Orene

Orene Scott Knight, of Midland, and formerly of San Bernardino, California, passed away Monday, February 26, 2007.

She was born September 21, 1922 to Homer Clyde Scott and Eula Lee Scott in Summerfield, Oklahoma. Orene attended school in Dora, New Mexico. On August 1, 1940, she married William Arvil Knight in Canyon, Texas. He preceded her in death in 1994. Orene lived in San Bernardino, California for many years and was very involved in Immanuel Baptist Church. In the summer of 2005 she moved to Midland, Texas to live with her sister and brother-in-law Rama and Dan Brown.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, and her son, Larry Knight.

Orene is survived by her children, Tami Price of Spokane, WA; and Curtis Knight of San Bernardino, CA; grandchildren, Richard Knight of Vancouver, WA; Kraig Knight of Santa Clara, CA; Brandon Price of Spokane, WA; and William Knight of San Bernardino, CA; great-grandchildren, Krystyne Knight, Allie Knight, and Janie Knight, all of Santa Clara, CA; brothers Carl Scott and his wife, Rubye, of Socorro, NM; James T. Scott and his wife, Susan, of Los Angeles, CA; Clyde Scott and his wife, Laura, of Saraland, AL; and Don R. Scott of Palm Springs, CA; sister, Rama Brown and her husband, Dan, of Midland, TX.

Memorial services were held Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel. Services will also be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, March 1, 2007 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Highland, California with Pastor Robb Zinn officiating. Interment will be at Montecito Memorial Park. Local arrangements were under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com. Memorials may be directed to Immanuel Baptist Church, 28355 E. Baseline St., Highland, California 92346.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.
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McGrath, R. Searle

R. Searle McGrath, a Connecticut Yankee who came to Midland in the 1950's to hunt for oil and stayed for more than fifty years, died at 4:50 Tuesday morning at Midland Memorial Hospital.

The first child of Douglas and Margaret McGrath, his early life was spent in Connecticut: Manchester, Hartford, and then, for the longest time, New London. He loved the cold winters and the brightly roaring fires that came with them. (This love of fires would stay with him. His houses in Midland always had fireplaces and he lit them as late into the spring and as early into the fall as he could.)

An early childhood accident at a summer camp lost him his left eye. He spent a year in a darkened room at home where the doctors hoped, in vain as it turned out, that he might recover the sight in that eye. During that time, he passed his hours listening to the radio. This instilled in him a love for the popular American music of that period that never left him, and for the medium itself. (He dreamed of being a DJ and did a little time in that capacity on his college station.) His mother also helped beguile away the time of his convalescence by reading books to him, mostly books about the sea, the titles of which he remembered years later with the greatest affection: "Mutiny on the Bounty, "Two Year's Before the Mast," "Captain Horatio Hornblower."

When it was determined that the sight in his eye could not be restored, he was given a glass eye. (When he was a much older man, he took to wearing an eye patch. Handsome already, the patch gave him an even more dashing appearance. He had patches made to match his suits, and some for more specific purposes that the patches illustrated: his Christmas patch had a green tree in the center against a vivid red background.)

He was educated at the Choate School in Wallingford, Connecticut and at Princeton University. He cherished his times at these schools, and for the rest of his life gave generously to them in all ways, not only financially but even more in the role of an informal recruiter and booster.

When World War II broke out, he tried to enlist in any branch of the military that would have him. Because of his eye, none would, but he persisted and he and the Army came to terms with each other. He became an officer and was stationed in New Orleans, the defense of which he later pronounced as "successful."

After his graduation from Princeton, he went to work in Venezuela for the Gulf Oil Company. He loved his time there--the people, the language and the culture. He then enjoyed a stint in the less exotic town of Tulsa, Oklahoma. From there he made his way to Midland where he and an old roommate of his from Princeton, Pomeroy Smith, went into business together.

He met his fiancée, Beatrice Burchenal, a magazine editor from New York, when she came to Midland to visit her friend, Mrs. Ferris Hamilton. After two days, a dinner at Burger Train and four quarters of the high school football game, he proposed. She stalled but succumbed. They were married for 42 years until her death. They have three children who survive them: Douglas McGrath of New York City; Mary Abrams of Dallas,; and Sandy McGrath of Hamilton, Massachusetts. He is also survived by three grandchildren: Henry Raynsford McGrath, who was born on his grandfather's 75th birthday, Sarah Bliss McGrath and Cooper Penniman McGrath.

He was a person of great warmth and drollery; a charming man who bore the indignities of his recent poor health with unflagging good cheer. He was not a complainer, but he was hardly a saint--he was much too fun for that. But he was that thing which seems to be fast-fading in our world, even as it is so sorely needed: a gentleman.

In the box of his ashes will be his favorite eye-patch, the black one with the orange stripe. For those people outside the cult who do not understand the significance of this choice, those are the colors of Princeton.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 2, 2007 at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Trinity. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences visit www.mem.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in his honor to Princeton University, Class of '46, Princeton, New Jersey, 08540, or to Hospice of Midland, c/o Midland Memorial Hospital, 3rd floor, 2200 W. Illinois, Midland, Tx., 79701.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram from 2/28/2007 - 3/1/2007.
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Miles, Allan

Allan Miles, 80, of Midland died Monday, Feb. 26, in Midland. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Morse, Annabelle

MCALLEN -- Annabelle Day Morse died Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Biltmore Assisted Living Facility following a brief illness.

Arrangements are pending with Kreidler Funeral Home, Inc. of McAllen.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Nance, Dilly

Dilly Nance of Midland died Tuesday, Feb. 27.

Visitation will be at Ellis Funeral Home today, Feb. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 1, at Resthaven Memorial Park. A memorial service will be 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Rodriguez, Carlos

Carlos "Charlie" Rodriguez, 81, died Monday, Feb. 26. A vigil will be at 7 p.m. today, Feb. 28, at Myers & Smith Chapel. Services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, March 1, at Trinity Memorial Park.

He was born Feb. 19, 1926, in Big Spring to Natividad and Chon Rodriguez. He served in World War II. He was a Catholic.

He is survived by three daughters, Belinda Mendoza and Betty Rodriguez, both of Big Spring, and Mary Lopez of Garland; four grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; one great great grandson; four sisters and two brothers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six brothers, Gustavo Rodriguez, Rodolfo Rodriguez, Antonio Rodriguez, Raul Rodriguez, Alberto Rodriguez, and Benny Rodriguez; and two sisters, Zenieda Pineda and Elena Ruiz.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Rutland, Sarah

Memorial services for Sarah Rutland, 66, of Magnolia, Texas, formerly of Midland, will be at 2 p.m. Monday March 5 at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home Chapel, Conroe. She died Feb. 23 at a hospital in The Woodlands, Texas, after a brief illness.

She attended the University of Oklahoma where she was a member of Alpha Phi sorority. She resided in Midland from 1974 to 1978 and was a legal secretary at Stubbeman, Sealy, Laughlin & Browder. She had resided in Montgomery County the past 20 years and was a member of The Woodlands United Methodist Church.

She was active as a breeder and confirmation exhibitor of Golden Retriever dogs and was a member of the Greater Houston Golden Retriever Club and the Golden Retriever Club of America.

Survivors include her husband, Tom; daughters Nancy Graves, of Alexander, Ark., and Diane Willey, of Houston; a sister Martha Storey, of Dillon, Mont., and three grandchildren..

Memorials may be made to cancer research.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.
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Trentham, Elvina Muriel

Elvina Muriel Trentham, of Midland, died Saturday, Feb. 24.

Services will be 3 p.m. today, Feb. 28, at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences please visit www.mem.com. The family request memorials be directed to the American Lung Association.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Vargas, Manuel

BIG SPRING -- Manuel Vargas, 83, of Big Spring died Monday, Feb. 26, at Parkview Nursing and Rehab Center. Services will be 11 a.m. today, Feb. 28, at St. Thomas Catholic Church. Burial will be at Mount Olive Memorial Park.

He was born May 31, 1923, in San Pablo, Zacatecas, Mexico. He married Severa Guererro March 18, 1959, in Cerrito Del Aqua, Zacatecas, Mexico. He was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife and several brothers and sisters in Mexico.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Villa, Juan

Juan Johnny Villa, 30, died Saturday, Feb. 24, in Azle. He was born in Stanton, Oct. 16, 1976 to Jesus and Yolanda Villa.

He met and married Zilpa Gonzales May 16, 1994. He was a roustabout in the oil industry most of his life.

He was preceded in death by his son, Patrick Villa, and grandparents, Consuelo and Santos Franco and Victoria Villa.

Survivors include his wife; daughter, Andrea I. Villa of Azle; son, Johnny G. Villa also of Azle; brother, Jesse Villa of Midland; sisters, Carol Ramirez of Ft. Worth, Marisella Hernandez of Lake Worth and Roxanna Arredondo of Baylor; numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Services will be today, Feb. 28, at Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

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 2/28/2007.


Wallace, Clint

Clint Wallace, 87, died Monday, Feb. 26, at a local hospital. Services are pending with Thomas Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.


Whitmire, Richard

Richard L. "Whit" Whitmire, of Midland, died Tuesday, Feb. 27. Services are pending with Ellis Funeral Home.
Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/28/2007.