Obituaries

Lillian Ayers Shirley
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
 Lillian Ayres Shirley passed away Tuesday, March 9, 2010. She was born June 23, 1914 in Rowden, Texas. She attended school in Coleman, Texas and graduate from Daniel Baker College in Brownwood, Texas. Lillian taught school in Grosvenor, TX, Kermit, TX, and Birmingham, AL. She Married Lester E. Shirley September 15, 1945 in Coleman, Texas. In 1947 she moved to Midland and taught in Midland Schools for 25 years and in 1994 she retired. Lillian was a charter member at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, National Retired Teacher Association, Texas State Teachers Association, Midland Retired Teachers Association, and Texas Retired Teachers Association. She is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Lester Shirley; two daughters, Linda S. and husband Gary James of Adrian, TX; Evelyn Corbett of Big Spring, TX; four grandchildren, Dawn Blashill of Bemidji, MN; Buddy Chancellor of Bemidji, MN; Mike James of Seattle, WA; and Thomas James and wife Charla of Caldwell, TX; three great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren; two nephews and numerous cousins. The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Friday, March 12, 2010 between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. Graveside services have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at www.ellisfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 1701 N. Main, Midland, Texas 79701 and Hospice of Midland, PO Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
 Published in Midland Reporter-Telegram on March 12, 2010.

Timothy C. Haskell
Sunday, January 24, 2010
 Timothy C. Haskell of Silver Spring, MD. (Born July 26, 1945). Of heart failure at his home Sunday, January 24, 2010. He is survived by his three children, Dana Rixter (David), Andrew Haskell and Sally Haskell; brothers, Tom & Dan Haskell; other relatives.
 No burial information provided. From the Washington Post, Washington, D.C., Wednesday, January 27, 2010, p. B 6.
 submitted by: Harold Holstein

Carlos Manuel Aragon
Saturday, May 3, 2008
 Carlos Manuel Aragon, 33, of Midland, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2008 in Midland. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, May 8, 2008 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home Chapel in Midland with Rev. Terry Easley, officiating.
 Carlos was born March 29, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Luisa and Manuel Aragon. He moved to Midland when he was three years old with his parents and brothers. He attended Lee High School and received his GED from Midland College.
 Survivors include mother and stepfather, Luisa T. and John G. Alderete of Midland; brother and sister-in-law, Pete I. and Tisha Aragon of Midland; brother and sister-in-law, Daniel A. and Crystal Alderete of Midland; nieces, Taylon A. Aragon and Aaliyah J. Alderete of Midland; paternal grandparents, Joe P. and Ida Aragon of Albuquerque, New Mexico; many uncles, aunts and friends.
 He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Aragon, his maternal grandparents, Jose and Perfilia Martinez and his adoptive grandparents, Lee and Ruth Barros.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.

Kyle Yater
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
 Kyle Yater, 39, of Midland, died on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, in a Lubbock hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, March 14, 2008 at the First Baptist Church of Stanton with Rev. David Harp, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton.
 He was born on December 5, 1968, in Big Spring, Texas. Kyle grew up and lived in Stanton most of his life he attended Stanton schools and graduated from Stanton High School. He attended Midland College and also received a certificate from San Antonio College as a Computer Programer. He had lived in Midland for the past five years. Kyle was also an avid coin collector and also graded coins and bills. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Stanton and was a member of the Midland Masonic Lodge # 623 A.F. & A.M.
 Survivors include his father and step mother, Carrol and Lyn Yater of Stanton; his mother, Bonnie Yater of Midland; one sister and brother-in-law, Tobie Jean and John Maldonado of Midland; his longtime caregiver, Paula Heredia of Midland; one nephew, Aaron Ruiz of Midland and one niece, Baele Maldonado also of Midland.
 The family suggests memorials be made to a charity of one's choice.
 Arrangements under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

Mary Beth Scroggins
Dec. 1, 2007
 Services for Mary Beth Scroggins 72, of Gun Barrel City, were held Dec. 4 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Gun Barrel City with Rev. Scott Schaller officiating. Interment followed in the Wood Lawn Cemetery at Houston under the direction of Eubank Cedar Creek Funeral Home.
 Mrs. Scroggins was born Oct. 26, 1935 in Midland and passed away Dec. 1, 2007 in Tyler. She had resided in Gun Barrel City for the past 18 years and was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, Lert & Hattie Jewel Stringer, two brothers, Timmy Kyle Stringer and George Edwin Stringer and two sisters, Minnie Laura Stringer and Theresa Jane Dunnan.
 She is survived by her husband, Earl N. Scroggins of Gun Barrel City; a daughter and son-in-law, Pam Bales and husband Steve of Port Lavaca; a daughter, Paula SCROGGINS of Richardson; a son, Nelson SCROGGINS of Katy; two brothers, Charlie Stringer of Livingston and Emmett Stringer of Grants Pass, Ore.; a sister, Patsy Lewis of Turlock, Calif.; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
 Published in the Cedar Creek Pilot from 12/6/2007-12/8/2007.

Jane Mims Dunnan (March 2, 1927-September 10, 2007)
Monday, September 10, 2007
 Mrs. Theresa Mims Dunnan, age 80, of Corsicana, Texas, died Monday, September 10, 2007, in Corsicana, Texas.
 She is survived by her daughter-Deborah Mims Drum, daughter & son-in-law-Gale & David Beene of Keller, Texas, and daughter & son-in-law-Cathy & James Banks of Thornton, Texas.
 Also survived by her brothers, Emmett Stringer of Grants Pass, OR., Charle Stringer of TX., Patsy Lewis and Mary Beth Stringer (?).
 Preceded in death by her parents, Lert & Hattie Jewel Stringer and husband, Merritt M. Dunnan.
 Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 12, 2007. Services will be Thursday, September 13, 2007, at Corley Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dave Alexander to officiate. Interment will follow at Hamilton-Beeman Cemetery in Retreat, Texas

Jerry Lynn Moss
May 24, 2007
 Stanton - Jerry Lynn Moss, 57, of Midland died May 24, in Midland. Services are pending with Stanton Memorial Funeral Home.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 5/26/2007.

 Services for Jerry Lynn Moss, 57, of Midland have been set for 11 a.m. Tuesday May 29, at Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Bob Porterfield officiating, Military honors will follow.
 Visitation will be held Monday, May 28, at Ellis Funeral Home from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
 He was born June 13, 1949 in Albuquerque, N.M., and he died May 24, at a local hospital.
 He served in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.
 He married Patricia Burton, Dec. 5, 1973 in Midland.
 Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Lynn Michelle Moss; one step-daughter, Carol Hambright; two step- sons, James Simmons of Odessa, and Ricky Hambright of Houston; two sisters, Sandra Evans of Broken Arrow, Okla. and Joyce Snider of Midland; two brothers, Gary Moss of North Carolina and Joe Moss of Seguin and two grandchildren.
 Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 5/27/2007
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Nancy Sue Lott
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
 Nancy Sue Lott, 54, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital.
 Nancy was born on March 2, 1953 in Broken Bow, Oklahoma to the Ila Pruiett Smith and the late Marvin Smalling. She was raised in Prineville, Oregon. Her family then moved to Battiest, Oklahoma in 1969 where she graduated in 1971. She married Dannie Lott on April 30, 1971 in Wright City, Oklahoma. They had two loving children, Dee and Barbara. They moved to West Texas in 1975.
 She worked for Big Spring State Hospital for nine years. Nancy and her husband were Team Drivers for five years. She then went to work for the Midland Reporter Telegram for the last nine years.
 She loved her dogs, Little Bit and Bullet. She also loved fishing, camping, and going to the Lott Family Reunion.
 She was a prominent leader and member of Destiny by Grace Church.
 She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Smalling and one brother, Roy Lynn Smalling.
 Nancy is survived by her husband, Dannie Lott of Midland, Texas; her son, Dee Lott and wife Tracy of Midland; her daughter, Barbara and husband Rodney Bates of Midland; one brother, E.A. "Red" Smalling of Springfield, MO; one sister, Sandra Smalling-Zezzoli and husband Christopher Zezzoli of Vermont; her mother, Ila Pruiett Smith of Midland; numerous nephews, nieces and many loving Brother and Sister-in-laws.
 The family will be receiving friends today from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Pipkin Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 3:00 pm at Destiny by Grace Church, 3303 South 349 in Midland. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton.
 Pallbearers are Johnny Womack, Brent Hammonds, Jeff Lott, Scott Turner, Tag Locklar and Mike West JR.
 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 4/27/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Juan "Johnny" Villa
Saturday, February 24, 2007
 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.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Henry Jones
Monday, April 23, 2007
 Henry Jones, Sr. died Monday, April 23, 2007. He was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Columbia Jones, April 4, 1930, in Martin, Texas. On October 6, 1958, Henry married Rita Bob Joyce Thompson Jones.
 He was preceded in death by his mother, Emma Gatewood; his wife, Rita; his son, Henry Earl Jones, Jr; his daughter, Wanda Randolph; his sister, Leanna Wright; uncle, Tom Samuels and his nephew Milton Williams.
 Mr. Jones was employed by the Midland Independent School District, and as a skycap for seventeen years at the Midland International Airport.
 Mr. Jones leaves to cherish his memory, three daughters, Minni Newbill, Alice and her husband, Dan Emerson and Sandra and her husband Cornelius Roper; two sons, Robert and his wife Aredelia Jones and Jonathan Phillips and his wife and children, Sheila, Tevin and Riana; his loving granddaughters and their families DeAnn Allen and her husband and children Jeremiah, Cordia, Tiffany, Jeremiah Jr., Denise Hall and her husband and children, Chester, Chessika, Trey and Brandon, and Danielle Randolph; one brother, Chester Gatewood and his wife, Yvonne; other grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
 Funeral services will be held Monday, April 30, 2007, at 1:00 p.m., at True Lite Christian Fellowship, 3001 N. A. Street, in Midland, Pastor Roy Smith, Pastor Ronald Vandyke, officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Jackie Warren Funeral Home, 702 S. Terrell, Midland, Texas, 79701.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 4/29/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Edward Lee Avery
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
 Edward Lee Avery, of Midland, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital.
 Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, February 10, 2007 at the Christian Church of Midland. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park, with Jim O'Banion officiating and Bob Blazek assisting. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 9, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland.
 He was born December 3, 1940 to Lottie Blackerby and Ogal B. Avery.
 Ed graduated from Stanton High School and for most of his career worked in the oilfields of Texas and Louisiana as a Production Superintendant and for the past 8 years worked with his son Brad Avery at Hotline Utility Construction and Lawson Equipment. Ed was a member of Christian Church of Midland where he served as a Deacon for many years. He was known for his quick wit and wonderful culinary creations. He also leaves behind an adoring church family.
 He is survived by his devoted wife, Judith Allison Avery; six children Lauri Avery Barber and husband Kelly of Covington, LA, Bradley Robert Avery and wife Linda of Garden City, Michael David Pelletier and wife Sheri of Lafayette, LA, Jeffrey Lewis Pelletier and Ginger of Lewisville, Melissa Avery Thompson and husband Mark of Palmer, AK and Charles Bennett Pelletier and wife Andrea of Layfayette, LA, as well as 14 adoring grandchildren and his mother-in-law Gladys S. Allison. He is also is survived by two sisters, Yvonne Hrbacek of Odessa and Lonita Crocker of Weatherford, and many nieces and nephews.
 He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and two sisters.
 The family would like to extend special thanks to all of Ed's caregivers at Midland Memorial Hospital Critical Care Unit.
 The six sons and sons-in-law will be pallbearers. The honorary pallbearers will be Don Gaines, Tony Lusk, Wayne Peters, Eddie Taylor, Dean Soderstrom, Ed Brown, Justin Fay, Gail Webb, Dennis Wilhite and Doug Hammack.
 The family suggests memorials be made to: St. Mary's Training School, (In memory of Michael's Paw Paw Ed) P.O. Drawer 7768, Alexandria, LA 71306.
 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 2/9/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

J.W. "Hap" Rogers
Tuesday, February 6, 2007
 J.W. "Hap" Rogers, 86, died Tuesday, February 6, 2007 in Tulia. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 9, 2007 in the Central Church of Christ with Eben Emerson, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery under the direction of Kornerstone Funeral Directors in Tulia.
 Mr. Rogers was born May 4, 1920 in Vernon where he grew up and attended schools. He married Earline Capps on July 12, 1941 in Fredrick, OK. She died April 26, 2006. He earned his Master's degree from West Texas State University in Canyon. He was a coach in Duncan, Okla., Lawton, Okla., McLain, TX, Amarillo, TX and finally Tulia, TX. He was an insurance agent for Southwestern Life Insurance Company since 1960 where he won numerous awards including being a member of the Million Dollar Round Table for several years. He was also on the State Insurance Board. He was a past president of the Tulia Chamber of Commerce and was a member of the Central Church of Christ.
 Survivors include two daughters: Penny Sturgess and husband Larry of Tulia and Suzy Arnold of Midland, one son, Jessie Rogers of Post; two brothers, Nute Rogers of Dallas and Jack Rogers of Vernon; 9 grandchildren, Melanie Beedy and husband Mark of Floydada, TX, M'Lynda Moss of Tulia, Amber Sturgess of Richmond, California, Biff Sturgess of Houston, Evan Rogers of Dallas, Jay Rogers of Dallas, Ryan Rogers of Brownwood, Jai Ja White of Midland, and Shai McMorries and husband Vance of Tarzan, TX, 11 great grandchildren; Lauren Embry and husband Kyle of Grapevine, TX, J.W. Nobile of London, England, Jace Nobile of Tulia, Charmynee Arnold of Tarzan, Ariel Arnold of Tarzan, Jesika White of Midland, Hailey Arnold of Midland, Kinley McMorries of Tarzan, Chase Mitchell of Lubbock, Taylor Beedy of Floydada and Lindsey Beth Beedy of Floydada and 1 great, great grandchild; Audry Nobile of Tulia. He is preceded in death by his wife, Earline Rogers, one grandson, Jayde Arnold, one great grandson, Cortlyn Arnold.
 Memorials may be made to the High Plains Children's Home, 11461 S. Western, Amarillo, Texas 79118 or the Children's Home of Lubbock, 4404 Idalou Hwy., Lubbock, TX 79403. Online condolences may be made at http://www.kornerstonefunerals.com.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 2/9/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Dana Hillger Cook
Thursday, February 1, 2007
 Dana Hillger Cook, 36, of Garden City, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, February 1, 2007. A Vigil/Rosary service officiated by Rev. Francis Njoku will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 5, 2007, at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church with Rev. Francis Njoku, Rev. Bernard Getigan and Rev. Tom Barley, officiating. Interment will follow at Garden City Cemetery.
 Dana was born March 17, 1970 in Big Spring, Texas to Dale and Jo Ann Hillger. She was a sixth generation Hillger to live in Glasscock County. Dana was raised in the St. Lawrence Community and graduated from Garden City High School. She went on to pursue her education at Sul Ross University and then on to Angelo State University where she earned a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education. She was a loving and devoted mother to her two wonderful children and a loving and devoted wife. Dana was a teacher at Glasscock County ISD where she was loved by all her students and her fellow faculty members. Her involvement with the students in the PIPS program was her pride and joy. She was very proud to be in the education field. Dana was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir and served recently as an officer of the St. Theresa Altar Society. Dana coached Garden City teams that participated at the Big Spring YMCA Basketball League.
 Dana inherited her beautiful smile from her Daddy and always kept that smile on her face, just like her Daddy. Dana loved her brothers dearly and she was so proud of her nephews with all their accomplishments - she was their cool aunt.
 Survivors include her children, Marcus Ryan Cook and Britni Ann Cook; her mother, Jo Ann Hillger; two brothers, Mike Hillger and wife, Nancy, Scott Hillger and wife, Andrea; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Omer and Jade Cook; two sisters-in-law, Sheila Draper and husband, Tooter, and Ann Beaver and husband, Cannon; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, one niece and very special friends, Kenny, Vicki, and Leslie Batla and Candy Jones. She is gone, but not forgotten and will live on with each of us in our hearts.
 Dana was preceded in death by her father, Dale Roy Hillger and her grandparents.
 Pallbearers will be her nephews, Justin Hillger, Darren Hillger, Brian Hillger, Trey Hillger and Kevin Hillger. Steve Long will also be a pallbearer.
 The family suggests memorials be sent to Garden City Lions Club - Cook Children, c/o Glasscock County Bank, PO Box 90, Garden City, TX 79739.
 Arrangements 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 2/4/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Brian Christopher Cook
Thursday, February 1, 2007
 Brian Christopher Cook, 37, of Garden City, died on Thursday, February 1, 2007, at his residence. Vigil services will be at 4:00 PM Sunday, February 4, 2007 at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church in St. Lawrence, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, February 5, 2007 at the St. Lawrence Catholic Church with Rev. Francis Njoku, Rev. Bernard Getigan and Rev. Tom Barley, officiating. Interment will follow at Garden City Cemetery, Garden City, Texas.
 He was born on December 18, 1969, in Midland, Texas and married Dana Erin Hillger on May 18, 1991 in St. Lawrence, Texas.
 He graduated from Rankin High School and attended Sul Ross State University in Alpine. He worked as a field supervisor for Mariner Energies and was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church.
 Survivors include one son, Marcus Ryan Cook; one daughter, Britni Ann Cook; his parents, Omer and Jade Cook all of Garden City; two sisters & brothers-in-law, Sheila and Tooter Draper of Ranger and Ann and Cannon Beaver of Odessa; his maternal grandmother, Jackie Ward of Stanton; his mother-in-law, Jo Ann Hillger of Garden City; two brothers-in-law, Mike Hillger and wife, Nancy and Scott Hillger and wife, Andrea all of Garden City; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
 The family suggests memorials be sent to Garden City Lions Club - Cook Children, c/o Glasscock County Bank, PO Box 90, Garden City, Texas 79739.
 Arrangements 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 2/4/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Mary "Frances" Fleckenstein
Saturday, Jan. 13, 2007
 Big Spring - Mary "Frances" Fleckenstein, 87, of Big Spring, died Saturday, Jan. 13, in a local nursing home. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. today, Jan. 15, at Mount Olive Memorial Park with the Rev. Ken McMeans, pastor of College Baptist Church, officiating.
 She was born Aug. 24, 1919, in Ft. Worth, and married Regis Fleckenstein in July 1936. He preceded her in death Nov. 3, 1984.
 She was a member of College Baptist Church.
 Survivors include one son, Roger Fleckenstein of Stanton; one daughter, Annetta Montgomery of Big Spring; one sister, Annetta Day of Ft. Worth; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
 She was also preceded in death by her parents.
 The family suggests memorials to College Baptist Church, 1105 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, 79720 or to Odyssey Hospice, 1003 E. FM 700, Big Spring, 79720.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com. Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/15/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Alice Ruth Graham
January 4, 2007
 Alice Ruth Graham, 79, of Midland passed away on January 4, 2007 at the Hospice Inpatient Unit at Midland Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 8, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at the St. Marks United Methodist Church with Rev. Karan Young, pastor, officiating and Rev. William McReynolds assisting. A visitation will be held on Sunday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland.
 Alice was born on January 7, 1927 to Sid and Lee Ola Cross in Martin County. She married JW Graham on May 14, 1944 in Martin, Co.
 She was a charter member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church and was very active in her early years. She taught Sunday School and was in the choir. Alice was employed for over 8 years at Amerada-Hess as a secretary. She enjoyed quilting and sewing, but most of all Alice loved spending time with her family, friends and at her church.
 Survivors include her husband, J.W. Graham of Midland; a son, Robert and his wife Janice Graham of Louisville, KY; a daughter, Pamela Graham of San Marcos; four grandchildren, Robert Jay Graham of Charlotte, N.C., Sara Caldwell of Portland, OR, Tawni Akin of Hobbs, N.M., James Graham of Danville, IN; six great grandchildren, Wayne, Melissa, Tanner, Chyanne, Wyatt, and Kayla; two great-great- grandchildren, Houston and Zander; a sister, Peggy Rose Creech of Stanton; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
 She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Bob and Taylor Cross.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at http://www.npwelch.com.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 1/6/2007.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Doralene Flanagan Robnett
December 9, 2006
 Doralene Flanagan Robnett was born in Courtney, Texas in rural in Martin County on May 1, 1923 to Webb and Lila Flanagan. She passed away on December 9, 2006.
 She attended Courtney public schools, graduating as Valedictorian from Courtney High School in 1940 and from Texas Technological College in 1944 with a degree in Business Administration. She married William Edward Robnett, Sr. in Lubbock on Feb. 5, 1943. She moved with her husband to California during the 1947 San Francisco 49er football season. Doralene was a stay at home mom and was a housewife until 1966 during the time her children were at home. In the summer of 1963, she re-enrolled at Texas Technological College and received her teaching certification in Secondary English. She coached and was a PE instructor in Stanton prior to moving to Midland in 1967. She taught Secondary English at Midland ISD from 1967. In 1983, she and her husband returned to Stanton, where she taught 2nd grade until her retirement in 1991. Doralene entered Manor Park Mabee Health Care in Midland in 2001, where she resided until her passing. She maintained her permanent residence in Stanton.
 Doralene was a Christian and member of First Baptist Church of Stanton and later in Midland. She loved unconditionally and was loved by her family and all who knew her. She was frequently visited by her former students. She was a member of the Greatest Generation and passed on to her family, friends and students the lessons learned during that time. Some of her fondest memories were the Glutton Club dinners on 5th Street in Stanton with Doc and Mary Catherine Bristow, Stanley and June Reid and Glen and Jerry Gates. She was an avid Midland MidCity Little League and Midland High School Bulldog fan.
 Doralene was preceded in death by her husband, mother and father and sister, Mary Francis Flanagan Rogers.
 Survivors include a daughter, Nancy Elizabeth Bizzell and husband Gary of Hale Center, three sons, William Edward Robnett, Jr. of Monterey, California, Stephen Webb Robnett and wife Amy of Midland and Jeffrey Todd Robnett and wife Dila of Midland. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Dr. Sky Bizzell and of Dimmit, Pipar Mason of Slaton, Courtney Robnett of College Station, Spencer Robnett of College Station, Claire Robnett of Midland, Brenna Robnett of Midland and Oliver Robnett of Midland. Also surviving are 5 great-grandchildren. Also a sister, Mat Jones and husband Ralph of Ft. Worth, a niece, Connie Langston of Ft. Worth and a nephew Webb Jones of Ft. Collins, Colorado.
 The Robnett family would like to thank Home Hospice and Manor Park Mabee Health Care Center for their unyielding care.
 Services have been scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at First Baptist Church in Stanton. Interment will follow at Stanton Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home in Stanton.
 Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, Texas 79701, Manor Park Mabee Health Care Center, 2208 N. Loop 250 W., Midland, Texas 79707, or Midland Association for Retarded Citizens, 2701 N. A St. Midland, Texas 79705.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 12/11/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Bobby Fred Cranford
December 2, 2006
 Bobby Fred Cranford, age 60, passed away at his home in Corinth, Texas on December 2, 2006. Bobby was born on April 14, 1946 in Winters, Texas to Thomas Ed and Marcy Ann Cranford.
 Bobby is survived by his wife of 36 years, Laura Garrett Cranford. He is also survived by his daughter Danielle Byrd and her husband John; 2 grandchildren, Jared and Jewelia Byrd of Denton, Texas; a brother, Tommy Cranford and his wife Nelda and their children Scott and Melissa, and a sister, Becky Womack and her children, Traci and Will, all of Midland, Texas.
 Bobby graduated in 1964 from Stanton High School in Stanton, Texas. He was a veteran of the United States Army which included a tour in Vietnam; and was a member of the 40 & 8 and American Legion Post 88 in Lake Dallas.
 A Memorial Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Dalton & Son Funeral Home in Lewisville, Texas. Memorial Service will be held at 12:30pm on Thursday, December 7, 2006 in the Chapel of Dalton & Son Funeral Home with Dr. Michael Waco officiating. Burial will follow at the D/FW National Cemetery, Lane A in Grand Prairie at 3:00pm.
 To sign an online register or convey condolences, please visit http://www.daltonandson.com. Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 12/5/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Sandra Ann Salcido
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2006
 Stanton - Sandra Ann Salcido, 37, of Midland, formerly of Stanton, died Saturday, Dec. 2. Services are pending with Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
Services for Sandra Singleterry Salcido, 37, of Stanton have been set for 11 a.m. today, Dec. 6, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Felix Cubelo officiating, interment will follow at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
 She was born in McKinney, Nov. 12, 1969 and she died in Midland, Dec. 2.
 She is preceeded in death by a son Justin Z. Singleterry, her father Juan Saenz and a brother Roger Tello.
 Survivors include her mother, Janie Juantos of Midland; three sisters, Savannah Cazares and Michelle Singleterry of Stanton; and Brenda Singleterry of Stanton; two brothers, Robert Tello of Midland and Robert Saenz of Stanton.
 Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Stanton Memorial Funeral Home & Chapel.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 12/6/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

J.L. "Toby" White
Saturday, Nov. 25, 2006
 Big Spring - J.L. "Toby" White, 74, of Big Spring died Saturday, Nov. 25, at Scenic Mountain Medical Center. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28 at Myers & Smith Chapel with the Rev. Don Snipes, pastor of Baptist Temple Church of Big Spring, and the Rev. Dave Phillips, pastor of West Side Baptist Church of Snyder, officiating. Burial with military honors will be at the Coahoma Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today, Nov. 27 at Myers & Smith Funeral Home.
 He was born April 17, 1932, in Stanton to Iva May and Talmer L. White. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Dorthea Turner, Nov. 30, 1994 in Big Spring.
 He was a member of Baptist Temple Church.
 He is survived by his wife, Dorthea White of Big Spring; ten children, Brenda Hovarth of Waxahachie, Glenda Wall of San Antonio, David White of Nunnelly, Tenn., Terry White of San Antonio, Jimmy Steve Smith of Comanche, Darrel Smith of Arkansas, Lisa Marie Boyles of San Angelo, Robert Turner of Coahoma, Brenda Elmore of Coahoma and Billy Turner of Big Spring; one brother and three sisters, Luther Lee White of Malta, Idaho, Lois Thomas of Big Spring and Wynona Searl of Euless.
 Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at http://www.myersandsmith.com
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/27/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Jayde Layne Arnold
Friday, November 24, 2006
 Jayde Layne Arnold, of Midland, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, November 24, 2006 following a courageous battle with cancer.
 Born March 26, 1972 in Fort Worth, Texas, Jayde was raised and educated in Midland, Texas. A 1991 graduate of Lee High School, he attended Texas State Technical College in Waco and Sweetwater with specialization in automotive technologies. Jayde enjoyed snow skiing, automotive work, quail hunting, and spending time with his children, family and friends. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Midland. Jayde will be remembered for having such a loving heart.
 He was preceded in death by a son, Cortlyn Jayde Arnold, grandparents, Joe and Wilma Arnold, and grandmother, Earline Rogers.
 Jayde is survived by his daughters, Charmynee and Ariel Arnold, both of Tarzan, TX; and Hailey Arnold of Midland, TX; mother, Suzy Arnold of Midland, TX; father, Jim Arnold of Lubbock, TX; grandfather, Hap Rogers of Tulia, TX; sisters, Jai Ja Arnold-White of Midland, TX; Shai McMorries and her husband, Vance, of Tarzan, TX; nieces, Jesika White of Midland, TX; and Kinley McMorries of Tarzan, TX.
 The family will receive friends at Ellis Funeral Home, Sunday, November 26, 2006 between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.
 Funeral services have been scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 27, 2006 at First Baptist Church with Dr. Gary Dyer officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Matt Wallace, Paul Chalfant, Kevin Ison, Scott Thomas, Lance Cross, and Tim Kirby. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place online condolences visit www.mem.com.
 Memorials may be directed to Gifts of Hope, c/o Allison Cancer Center or Hospice of Midland
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Jose Villa Samaniego Jr.
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
 Jose Villa Samaniego Jr., 32, went to be with his heavenly father and his beloved family on Tuesday, October 31, 2006.
 He was born on February 6, 1974 in Stanton, Texas to Jose and Mona Samaniego.
 He was raised and educated in Midland. He had attended Midland High School.
 Joe met and later married his high school sweetheart, Mini Hernandez, on August 19, 1993.
 Jose was an avid sports fan and was the Dallas Cowboys' #1 fan. He also enjoyed golfing, fishing and camping. He was an outdoors man.
 Jose was a very loving and caring husband, father, son and brother.
 He attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.
 He is preceded in death by: a grandfather, Pete Tucker; a grandmother, Maria V. Madrid: grandparents, Therodoro and Abigail Samaniego: great-grandparents, Felipe and Adela Villa: step-grandfather, Enrique A. Madrid.
 Jose is survived by his wife, Mini Samaniego of Midland; Two sons, Anthony and Joel Samaniego of Midland; Two daughters, Selina and Abigail Samaniego of Midland; His parents, Jose and Mona Samaniego of Midland; One brother, Jaime Samaniego of Midland; One sister, Anita Samaniego of Lubbock; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
 Pallbearers are Anthony Samaniego, Joel Samaniego, Jaime Samaniego, Eric Madrid, Jason Crites and Jeremy Perales.
 Honorary Pallbearers are Santo Sanchez and Ruben Bueno.
 Funeral Mass will take place today, November 2, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Resthaven North Memorial Park.
 Memorials may be directed to: Opportunity Camp.
 Services are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home.
 Family messages and condolences may be e-mailed to: Pipkin@nts-online.net
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 11/2/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Carol Henry
Sunday, Oct. 29, 2006
 Carol Henry, 64, of Odessa, died Sunday, Oct. 29, in Odessa. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland.
 Survivors include a daughter, Vicki Castner of Midland; a son, Duane Miles of Odessa; two sisters, Shirley Jenkins of Gardendale and Wanda Faye Glenn of Tahoka; a brother, Wayne Tomlinson of Lubbock; and a grandson.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

 Carol Henry, 64, of Odessa, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at the Hospice House in Odessa. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, November 2, 2006 at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home, 3800 N Big Spring St in Midland with Emmett Barnard, officiating. Carol was born on November 10, 1941 to Eugene and Jewel Tomlinson in Bennington, Oklahoma. She married Sam Henry in February of 1992. Carol graduated from Ector High School in Odessa. She was a safety and environmental coordinator with Mobil Pegasus Gas in the West Texas area for 25 years. She retired in 1999. She was a bowler for 40 years, bowling against pro bowlers in many tournaments. She also won several awards in archery. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Vicki and Paul Castner of Midland; a son and daughter-in-law, Duane and Shelia Miles of Odessa; a grandson, Michael Brandon Miles of Salem, Oregon; two sisters, Shirley Jenkins of Gardendale and Wanda Faye Glenn of Tahoka; and a brother, Wayne Tomlinson of Lubbock. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother, Bobby Tomlinson. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to Home Hospice House Facility, 903 N. Sam Houston Ave., Midland, TX 79761. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley- Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.

Joe R. Boadle Jr.
Saturday, Oct. 28, 2006
 Joe R. Boadle, Jr., 79, of Odessa, died Saturday, Oct. 28, at his residence. Graveside funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, at Evergreen Cemetery in Stanton with his son-in-law, the Rev. Jim Pope, officiating.
 The family will receive friends Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.
 He was born Jan. 11, 1927, in Big Spring, and married Maggie Elizabeth "Beth" Gore Oct. 15, 1949 in Coahoma. She preceded him in death Sept. 29, 1999.
 He was raised in Big Spring and moved to Stanton in 1953. He worked for Colorado River Municipal Water District at the Courtney Pump Station. In 1964 he moved to Big Spring and then to Odessa in 1969. He was raised in the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Big Spring. He served in the U. S. Marine Corp and was stationed in the Phillipines during WWII.
 Survivors include three daughters, Janie Pope of Grove, Okla., Debra Meador of Odessa and Murfi Boadle of Odessa; one son, Joe Robert Boadle, III of Houston; three grandchildren; two great-gandchildren; two sisters, Doris Hollandsworth of Big Spring and Betty Boyles of Fla.; and one brother, Charles Boadle of Odessa.
 He was also preceded in death by his parents and a great grandson, Cameron Michael Phillips.
 The family suggests memorials be made to Home Hospice 516 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, Texas 79761.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com

Willie Lee Pruitt
Thursday, Oct 26, 2006
 Willie Lee Pruitt, 94, of Midland died Thursday, Oct. 26, at a local care facility. A graveside service will be held Monday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m., at the Peace Chapel at Trinity Memorial Park in Big Spring, with Pastor Mike Hanks of First Assembly of God, officiating. A visitation will be held today, Oct. 29, at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland from 4-6 p.m.
 He was born Jan. 13, 1912 in Oneonta, Alabama to Lee and Sarah Pruitt. He married Oleta Riggs on July 13, 1935 in Morrilton, Ark. She preceded him in death April 12.
 He worked for H & H Grocery and Midland Hardware Branch Roofing in Midland. He retired from the Civil Service as an employee of the base supply at Webb Air Force Base in Big Spring.
 Survivors include three sons, Kenneth E. Pruitt of Midland, Billy A. Pruitt and David L. Pruitt all of Midland; one daughter, Marilyn Boyington of Lubbock; 12 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren.
 He was preceded in death by his wife and one son, Robert Pruitt.
 Memorials may be made to Home Hospice, 901 W Missouri, Midland, TX 79701.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

Ralph Pugh
Sunday, September 17, 2006
 Ralph Bee Pugh, 84, one of only a few remaining World War II veterans, passed away , at Midland Memorial Hospital. He was born December 19, 1921 to Lee and Myrtle Eggleston Pugh in Coahoma, Texas.
 He served in the Army from June 1942 until January 1946, with the 101st Airborne Division as a paratrooper and combat medic, participated in the Battle of the Bulge, and was very proud to be a World War II veteran.
 Ralph married Ruby Sandefer in Muleshoe, Texas on January 25, 1947. He farmed in Midland and the Tarzan community, managed Planter's Gins and from 1970 until his retirement in 1987, was employed as building maintenance engineer for Wall Towers.
 He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ruby of Midland; daughter Nancy Oldham and husband Lonnie of Midland; sons, Mervin Pugh and wife Daphne of Odessa, and Tracy Pugh and wife Stacy of Midland; six grandchildren, Clayton Oldham and wife Lindy of San Angelo, Rachella James and husband, Eddie of Midland, Hilary Pugh of Odessa, Jennifer Pugh of Midland, Kayla Razo and husband, Adrian of Odessa and Ricky Pugh of Midland; three great grandchildren, Tiffany and Macy James of Midland and Colton Oldham of San Angelo; one brother, Ray Pugh of Fairborn, Ohio; two sisters, Alma McGinty of Sunnyvale, California and Shirley Thrasher of La Grange, Texas; as well as numerous other relatives.
 He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Ronald; a daughter, Sandra Wilson; one brother, Gale Pugh; three sisters, Anita Smith, Leenez Reid, and Irene Smith.
 Services will be held Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel in Midland with the Reverend Jerry Berry officiating of Kelview Heights Baptist Church, assisted by Billy Raies of Christian Life Center. A visitation will be held on Tuesday night from 7:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at Ellis Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.
 Pallbearers are nephews Wayne McGinty, A.H. McIllwain, Milburn Bunn, Dennis Brown, Bobby Blair and Barry Sandefer.
 Published in the Midland Reporter-Telegram on 9/18/2006.
 Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

G. H. "Shorty" Sisson
September 17, 2006
 G. H. "Shorty" Sisson, 68, of Midland, and formerly of Stanton passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2006, in Midland. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at the Evergreen Cemetery Chapel in Stanton with Reverend David Harp, pastor of First Baptist Church of Stanton officiating.
 Shorty was born on February 8, 1938, in Stanton, Texas and married Jessie J. Dyke on January 29, 1963 in Stanton. Jessie preceded him in death on June 29, 2002.
 Shorty served in the United States Army. He worked for Melton Post Roofing in Midland for 40 years before retiring. He was a memeber of First Baptist Church of Stanton.
 Survivors include two daughters, Sandy Hughes of Midland and Donna Brown of Lubbock; a son, Ronald Sisson of Midland; two brothers, Darryl Sisson of Stanton and Billy Neal Sisson of Midland and 8 grandchildren and one expectant great grandson, Gunner.
 The family suggests memorials be made to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, Texas 79702.
 Arrangements under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home of Stanton. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Burl 'Jack' Jackson
Sunday, September 12, 2004
 Burl "Jack" Jackson was born October 7, 1919 in Burkburnett, Texas to Wilmer and Fannie Jackson. He attended Tarleton State University in Stephenville.
 On February 27, 1942 he married Mary E. Henslee in Dallas. They moved to Midland in 1951. He went to work with Gardner-Denver Co. and also worked with Beacon Supply Co. and Compressor Systems, Inc. Burl was a life time member of the American Institute of Mining Engineers (AIME).
 Burl was preceeded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary E. Jackson.
 He is survived by his two sons, Jim Jackson, his wife Becky and their children Josh and Mandy Jackson and Mandy's son Hunter of Houston, TX and Alan Jackson, his wife, Delores and their children, Ben, Blake and Alyssa Jackson of Edmond, OK; one daughter, Deena Kay Beckett and her husband Everett of Marble Falls, Texas and their children Paul Nunn and his wife Amy, and their son Gavin, Donnie Nunn and his wife Catharine and their son, Jacob and Christopher Beckett and his wife Marisa and their son, Alex all of Midland.
 Mr. Jackson died Sunday, September 12, 2004 in Midland.
 Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Wednesday in Golf Course Road Church of Christ with Ronnie White officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Memorial Park.
 Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Josh Jackson, Ben Jackson, Blake Jackson, Paul Nunn, Donnie Nunn and Christopher Beckett.

Glays Marie Morris
Friday, February 27, 2004
 Midland Reporter Telegram
 Gladys "Marie" Morris passed away peacefully Friday, February 27, 2004 at a local hospital.
 She was born May 23, 1924 in Austin, Texas to James and Gladys Allen. Marie grew up in Austin and attended school there. On March 13, 1943, she married Drayton Earl Morris in Austin. Marie has lived in Midland since 1969. She was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church and Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Marie was an avid bridge player and life master, holding a total of 1,856.09 points with the American Contract Bridge League. Above all else, Marie was always a loving and caring mother and wife.
 She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Marie Hillmer Allen; her father, James Ray Allen; her brothers, Dan Herman Allen, Thomas Grover Allen and Archy Ray Allen.
 Marie is survived by her husband of 60 years, Drayton Earl Morris of Midland, TX; her son, Marvin Allen Morris of Waynesville, MO; her daughter, Virginia Fay Bynum of Midland, TX; her sisters, Elsby Mae Rhea of Bethany, OK and Bessie E. Collins of Midland, TX; her five grandchildren, Richard Morris, Mike Morris, Jason Morris, Thad Reese and Ryan Reese; and one great-grandchild, Chandler Reese.
 The family will receive visitors at Ellis Funeral Home Monday, March 1, 2004 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.
 Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 2, 2004 at Grace Presbyterian Church with Rev. David Bonds officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
 Pallbearers are Ned Daniels, William Smith, Keith Sommerville, Marlin Farris, Ryan Reese, Thad Reese and Jason Morris.
 Memorials may be directed to Grace Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 2801 N. Garfield, Midland, TX 79705; Midland Memorial Hospital Medical Office Building Fund, 2200 W. Illinois, Midland, TX 79701; or the charity of your choice.
 submitted by: Cheryl dewy3@comcast.net

C. M. Baggett
Thursday, Feb. 26, 2004
 Midland Reporter Telegram, Feb 28 2004
 C. M. "Socky" Baggett, 82, died Thursday, Feb. 26. Private services will be held.
 He served in World War II and the Korean War and worked as a drilling mud technician with Buckeye Inc.
 He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gerry Baggett, parents, and brothers.
 He is survived by his wife Earleane Baggett; a sister, Wanda Whatley; son John Baggett; daughter, Janis Kiesel; stepdaughter, Ginger Loranger; stepsons Robert Prince and Ken Prince; two grandsons; and two great-grandsons.
 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice House Foundation, 903 North Sam Houston Avenue, Odessa, TX 79761.

Rick Sledge
Friday, Aug 1, 2003
 Rick Sledge 51 of Midland died Friday Aug 1, 2003. Services are pending with Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Pedro R. Campos
Thursday, July 31, 2003
 Pedro (Pete) Campos died Thursday July 31, 2003 at a local hospital. Prayer service and rosary were Friday Aug 1, 2003 at Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be at 11 am today Aug 2, 2003 at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland.
 He was born on Feb 23, 1953 in Midland. He graduated from Lee High School in 1972. He owned and operated "No Problem Painting" most of his life. Services are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Larry J. Murphy
Thursday July 31, 2003
 Larry J. Murphy of Midland went to be with our Heavenly Father after a battle with a terminal illness, Thursday July 31, 2003.
 Larry was born august 10, 1946 in Seagraves, Texas to J. C. Murphy and Florence Murphy. As he a child he moved to Midland with his family.
 He was preceded in death by his mother, father and a younger brother Terry Dale.
 The family will recieve friends at Ellis Funeral Home Sunday, August 3, 2003 between the hours of 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
 Funeral services have been schelduded for 9:00 am August 4, 2003 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with pastor Lowell Cessna and Reverend Jerry Murphy officating, interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangments are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
 Note: Larry J. Murphy is the son of J.C. Murphy & Florence Morgan Murphy.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Robert Gardner
Thursday, July 30, 2003
 Big Spring - Robert M. "Bob" Gardner 97, of Dallas and formerly of Big Spring died Thursday July 30 in Dallas. Graveside services will be at 11am Monday Aug 4 at Mt. Olive Memorial Park with the Rev. Matthew Miles officating.
 He was born April 15, 1906 in Oklahoma. He came to west Texas in the 1930's and sold oil field equipment throughout the Permian Basin until becoming employed by the U.S. Postal Service. He delivered mail in Big Spring for 31 years.
 He married Ida Fay Millaway in 1938. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. He is preceded in death by Ida Fay Millaway in 1995.
 Arrangments are by Myers and Smith Funeral Home.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Frances Spears
Wednesday, July 30, 2003
 Frances Spears of Midland died Wednesday July 30 2003. Services are scheduled for 11am today Aug 2, 2003 at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bob Porterfield officating. Graveside services will be held at 3pm at East Hill Cemetery in Fort Stockton.
 Memorials may be directed to the Arthritis Foundation, 3001 West 5th Strret, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 or the American Heart Assocation 3205 W. Cuthbert Suite A-8 Midland.
 Arrangments are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Willie F. Thompson
Wednesday, July 30, 2003
 Willie F. Thompson of Midland died Wednesday July 30, 2003. Graveside services have been scheduled for 1pm today Aug 2, 2003 at Resthaven Memorial Park with the Rev. Bob Porterfield officating.
 She was born July 7, 1934 in Tuxedo to William and Etta Webb and was reared and educated in Stamford. She moved to Midland in the mid 60's.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband Talmadge Van and second husband Delbert Thompson, twin sister Billie Crossan and brother, William Webb.
 Arrangments are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the chairty of ones choice.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Tanya Houston
Monday July 28, 2003
 Alpine - Tanya Erkia Houston 12, died Monday July 28, 2003 in a Lubbock Hospital. Rosary was recited Friday Aug 2, 2003 at Our Lady Of Peace Catholic Church. Services will be held today Aug 2, 2003 at the church with Rick Ruiz officating. Burial will follow in the Holy Angels Cemetery with Geeslin Funeral Home in charge of arrangments.
 She was born Aug 30, 1990 in Alpine. She was a student at the Alpine Middle School, a member of the Alpine Middle School Band and a member of the National Honor Society. Tanya is preceded in death by her grandfather Randall Houston.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Jones Blevins
Sunday July 27, 2003
 Jones (Joe) Blevins 58, of Austin died Sunday July 27, 2003. Services are schelduled for 1pm today Aug 2, 2003 at the Episcopal Church Of The Holy Trinity. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
 The family will recieve friends at Ellis Funeral Home today Aug 2 between the hours of 10am and noon. Arrangments are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Fred L. Calhoun
Tuesday, October 15, 2002
 Fred L. Calhoun passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2002 in Midland.
 He was born December 16, 1933 in Ingram, Arkansas to Wade and Viola Calhoun, and was raised in Pocahontas, Arkansas.
 He was an Air Force retiree and had attended Midland College. Prior to his retirement, Fred was a jet mechanic for the US Air Force and had worked as an auto mechanic for the City of Midland, and local car dealerships.
 He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Jennifer Marie Calhoun.
 Fred is survived by his wife, Ruthie M. Calhoun of Midland, TX; son, Karl E. Calhoun and his wife Debbie of University Place, WA; son, Anthony F. Calhoun of Lawton, OK; daughter, Frieda M. Calhoun Balch and her husband Gordon of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia; son, Freddie L. Calhoun, Jr. of Midland, TX; son, Patrick W. Calhoun of Midland, TX; uncle, W.D. Endicott of Pocahontas, AR; sister, Dorothy Jean Jones of Massilon, OH; sister, LouDon Gallegos of Colorado Springs, CO; brother, John W. Calhoun of Midland, TX; sister, Lee Dale Sullivan of Massilon, OH; sister, Grettle Midcap of Munroe Falls, OH; grandchildren, Patrick, Jubilee, Joshua, Shannon, Rachel, Misty, Anthony, Bridgette, Clint, Timothy, Freddie, Tony, Luke and Kristy.
 Graveside services have been scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Saturday, October 19, 2002 at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.

Charles Carruth
Wednesday, July 30, 2002
 Andrews - Services for Charles K. Carruth 67, of Andrews will be at 10 AM Today Aug 2, 2003 at the First Baptist Church in Andrews with Larry Mobbs officating. Burial will be in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews. He died Wednesday July 30 at Midland Memorial Hospital.
 He was born Oct 24, 1935 in Lubbock to Charlie Carruth and Ouida Doty Carruth. They moved to Andrews in 1948 from Denver City. He graduated from Andrews High School in 1955. He had owned and operated Chocks Oil Well Service since 1972. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Andrews.
 Memorials may be sent to the Andrews County 4-H Club, 215 NW 1st Street Suite 2, Andrews 79714 or the American Diabetes Foundation.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Mary Hennis
Tuesday, April 23, 1996
 Services for Mary "Louise" Hennis, 65 are to be at 3pm Friday, April 26, at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Bill Skaggs officating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Mrs. Hennis died Tuesday, April 23 at a local hospital.
 She was born Jan 23, 1931 in Oklahoma City. She moved to Midland in 1942, worked at the cafeteria for Midland Independant School District for 5 years and for Furr's Super Market Deli Department for 25 years. She retired in 1993. She was a member of Kelview Heights Baptist Church.
 Note: Mary Louise Hennis was the daughter of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

J.C. Murphy
Sunday, Jan 28, 1996
 Graveside Services for J.C. Murphy 71, of Midland are to be held at 2 PM Tuesday, Jan 30 in Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Lowell Cessia of First Apostolic Church officating. Arrangments are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Murphy died Sunday Jan 28, in a Midland Hospital.
 Murphy was born on April 13, 1924 in Bristow, Oklahoma. He had resided in Seagraves until 1957 when he moved to Midland. He owned and operated West Wall Street Fina for many years.
 Memorials may be made to Jesus Way Ministry at 504 Sprayberry Drive Midland 79703.
 Note: J.C. Murphy is the son of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Elsie Campbell
January 19, 1996
 Services for Elise [sic] Campbell are to be 11 a.m. Jan. 22 at First Christian Church with the Rev. Tommy Potter officiating. Burials will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park under the directin of Ellis Funeral Home.
 Mrs. Campbell died Jan. 19 at her Midland residence.
 She was born Aug. 26, 1904, in Midland, where she was raised and educated.
 She attended college at C.I.A. in Denton, now Texas Women's University.
 She married Dr. K.F. Campbell in 1935.
 They lived in Midland. They were rancers and ranchers.
 She was a member of First Christian Church.
 She was preceded in death by her huband in 1970.
 Survivors include her son, Jon F. Campbell of Tarzan; two grandchidlren; a nephew and several nieces.
 Submitted by: Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Betty Holley
Saturday, Feb 5, 1994
 Services for Betty Holley 57 of Midland, are to be at 3pm Monday at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with Lowell Cessna of First Apostolic Church officating. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park under direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Mrs. Holley died Saturday at a local hospital following a lengthy illness.
 Mrs. Holley was born Nov 6, 1936 in Turnertown where she was reared and educated. She moved to Midland in 1951 and Seagraves in 1959 before moving back to Midland. She worked for Speedy Pack Grocery Store for several years. Mrs. holley was a member of the First Apostolic Church.
 She was preceeded in death by her son, Gary Lynn Holley on Sept 16, 1983.
 Note: Betty Ann Holley was the daughter of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Ernest C. Murphy
Friday, Nov 29, 1984
 Services for Ernest Charles Murphy 52, of 1611 South Bellmont Street, were Saturday in Thomas Funeral Home Chapel, burial was in Fairview Cemetery. Murphy died Friday at a Midland hospital following a sudden illness.
 He was born Aug 28, 1932 in Henderson, and had been a Midland resident most of his life.
 Note: Charles Ernest was the son of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Juanita Hundle
Friday, November 14, 1975
 Juanita Hundle Died, Rites Set
 Mrs. Juanita Hundle 41, of 2506 W. Golf Course Rd. died Friday evening of an apparent heart attack in her home. She was pronounced dead on arrival at a Midland Hospital at 6 pm Friday.
 Services will be at 10 am Monday in the Kelview Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. Frank Johnson pastor, officating. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery under the direction of the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel.
 Mrs. Hundle was born Jan 13, 1934 in Turnertown. She moved to Midland in 1952 from Seminole where she lived 15 years. She was a member of the Kelview Heights Baptist Church.
 Note: Juanita Hundle was the daughter of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Sidney Lee Murphy
Sunday, Jan 12, 1975
 S.L. Murphy 45, dies in home fire. Services Tuesday
 S.L. Murphy 45, died early Sunday in a fire in his home, at 904 South Terrell Street. Fire officials said they believed the blaze was caused by smoking in bed, they said Murphy had made an attempt to get out of his bed. but apparently was overcome by smoke. Justice of The Peace, John Biggs is witholding a ruling pending autopsy results.
 Services will be at 2pm Tuesday at the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel with the Rev. Ronald G. Etheridge pastor of the First United Pentacostal Church officating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery.
 Murphy was born Sept 19, 1929 in Saint Jo, he was reared in east Texas, and at Seagraves and moved to Midland in 1952. He had worked in the olifields most of his life, at the time of his death he was employed by Yellow Cab Company. He was a Baptist,
 Note: Sidney Lee Murphy is the son of James Calup Murphy & Annie Lee Glass Murphy.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Harvey L. Hart
February 25, 1974
 'Fate' Hart, 86 Dies in Hospital; Rites Wednesday
 Harvey L. "Fate" Hart, 86, died in a Midland hospital early this morning.
 Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel with the Rev. Doyle Darwin, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Resthaven Memorial Park.
 Hart was born July 19, 1887, in Ellis County ad spent his early life in Garrett. In 1903, he moved to Mitchell County and was married there in 1910. He move to Andrews in 1923 and to Midland in 1929. Before retiring in 1957, he farmed and worked for lumber yards.
 Survivors include five sons, Wayne Hart, Sidney Hart, Jay Hart and Davis Hart, all of Midland, and Jessie Ray Hartof Beeville; four daughters Mrs. D.B. Watlingotn, Miss Rosie Hart and Mrs. John Stanley, all of Midland, and Mrs. J. J. HUnter of Charleston Heights, S.C.
 Also four brothers, Bruce Hart of Odessa, Kyle Hart of Lubbock, Chester Hart of Colorado City and Homer Hart of Loraine; five sisters, Mrs. May Bridges of Santa Maria, Calif., Mrs. ELla Drake of Fabens, Mrs.Opal Cole of Iraan, and Mrs. Junice Butler and Mrs. Syble Walker, both of Loraine, 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
 Submitted by: Lola Thomason

Annie Lee Murphy
Sunday, Oct 15 1972
 Mrs. Murphy's Services Slated
 Services for Mrs. Annie Lee Murphy 70, 4012 Tanner St. who died here Sunday afternoon were to be held at 4:00 PM today in the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel. The Rev. E.M. Jones of the Bethel Assembly of God Church was to officate. Interment was to be in Fairview Cemetery.
 Suvivors include 3 sons, J.C. Murphy Jr,. S.L. Murphy, and Charles Murphy all of Midland. 3 daughters, Mrs. Bernie Hennis, Mrs. R.J. Hundle and Betty Holly all of Midland. 2 step daughters, Mrs. Virgie Ellis of Midland and Mrs. Doris McKnight of Laird Hill, a brother Neil Glass of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 31 grandchildren, and a number of great grandchildren.
 Pallbearers will be, R. Wilder, Clark Moreland, John Waters, T. Welsey Davis, Jim Haggard, Walter Wise.
 Note: Annie Lee Glass is the 2nd wife of James Calup Murphy and the daughter of Sidney Lester Glass & Ida Bell Graham.
 Tina Lester74@cox.net

Teresa Elaine Coldriron
Monday, September 18, 1971
 Teresa Elaine Coldiron, 2-day old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brady Coldiron of Midland died in a hospital Monday.
 Funeral services wil be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel, with interment in Fairview Cemtery.
 Survivors other than the parents include grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Vaughn and Mr. and and Mrs. Leslie Coldiron, all of Midland.
 Submitted by: Michelle White knightchow@grandecom.net

Myrtle Davis Hart
Mar 31, 1971
Mrs. H.L. Hart, Longtime Resident of Midland, Dies
 Mrs. H.L. Hart, 77 died Wednesday night in a Midland hospital. She had lived in Midland since 1929.
 Services will be at 4p.m. Friday in the Newnie W. Ellis Chapel, with Rev. Don Seigler of Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park.
 Mrs. Hart was born June 17, 1893, in Ellis County ad married H.L. Hart Dec. 18, 1910, in Mitchell County. The Harts moved to Andrews County in 1923 where they lived util they moved to Midland Cunty in 1929.
 The Harts farmed most of their lives.
 Survivors incude her husband, 909 Marienfield St.; five sons, Wayne Hart, Sidney Hart and Jay Hart, all of Midland, Jesse Hart of Burnet and David Hart of Lubbock; four daughters, Mrs. D.B. Watlington, Mrs. John Stanley and Rosie Lee Hart, all of Midland, and Mrs. J.J. Hunter of Charleston, S.C.; two brothers, Art Davis and Jack Davis, both of Loraine; two sisters, Mrs. Rosa Hart of Midland and Mrs. Molly Davis of Laoraine; 22 grandchildren and 17 great- grandchildren.
 Submitted by: Lola Thomason