Jim Ned Consolidated ISD
Classes of 1900 - 2024
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Please keep Laura Insall and family in your prayers. Laura attended with the class of 1987 and lost her son unexpectedly on Wednesday. Funeral is set for Monday at 2pm in Abilene at Piersall Benton, 733 Butternut St. Burial in Tuscola. Christopher Thomas Kincaid Insall FORT WORTH -— Christopher Thomas Kincaid Insall, 27, died Wednesday, December 4, 2013. Funeral arrangements are pending with Piersall-Benton Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut St., Abilene. There is a memorial page on facebook set up in Chris' honor if you would like to post a message. |
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I am asking for your prayers during a trying time in my life. A little over 5 years ago, my truck was rear-ended and I received a severe whiplash. I have been working through those challenges all this time through physical, massage and chiropractic therapy, injections, radio-frequency ablations and meds.
I was diagnosed with Cervical and Thoracic Spondylosis Syndrome in the facet joints; Occipital Neuralgia; Cervicogenic Headaches; Pulsatile Tinnitus. Surgery was never on my list, until I learned of the Occipital Nerve Decompression Surgery. All the pain that I was having from my cervical, up into my head seem to be a classic case of the greater and lessor occipital nerves being compressed in some way. A couple of months ago, my husband and I made the decision to go ahead with the evaluation to see if I was a candidate for this type of surgery.
I came away from that visit not only deemed an excellent candidate for nerve decompression surgery, but informed of the possibilities of life again without so much pain. I will still have some challenges with my thoracic and lower cervical, but this head pain should be reduced by 80% following the surgery and 3 months of rehab, according to the doctors prognosis.
The surgery is scheduled for December 17th in Houston. Please pray for my family, the doctors and care unit, the rehab team and myself during these times. Praise be to God and thank you for your prayers in advance. ~ Your Classmate and Friend, Debbie Dacus Stewart |
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Please keep the family of Gwynelle Johnson in your prayers. Gwen was a part of the 1957 South Taylor Flying Tigers, the last graduating class of South Taylor before the consolidation that created Jim Ned CISD. Gwynelle Johnson
Abilene Gwynelle Johnson, 74, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Hendrick Hospice. A funeral service will be held at 3:30pm Sunday, December 1, 2013 at the First Baptist Church of Buffalo Gap, Steve Joiner officiating. Burial will follow in the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7pm Saturday, November 30, 2013 at the funeral home. Gwyn was born on June 19, 1939 to J.K. and Melba (Yoes) Johnson in Abilene. She was lifelong resident of Abilene, where she raised her two sons. She worked 27 years as secretary to the District Attorney of Taylor County. She is survived by her sons Kenneth Welch of Brenham, and Fonzie Johnson and wife Jennifer, and their children Seth, Jayden, and Jeremiah of Bastrop; uncle Bernice Johnson of Tuscola; sisters, Anita Dison and husband David and their son Kyle of Abilene; Carolyn Teten and husband Richard and their children Toni and Matt. She was preceded in death by her parents. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on Dec. 1, 2013 |
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J.E. "Cotton" Howard
Abilene James E. Howard, 88, went to rest in the arms of Jesus, his Lord and Savior, on Sunday, November 24, 2013. A funeral service, with military honors, will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, November 30, 2013 at the Bronte Church of Christ, where he was a member. Burial will follow in the Dewey Cemetery, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation for Cotton will be held from 4 to 6pm Friday, November 29, 2013 at the funeral home. Howard, known to friends and family as J.E. or Cotton, was born on December 16, 1924 in Hardeman County, Texas to John and Harriet Swindle Howard. He will just miss celebrating his 89th birthday. Always sporting a radiant smile, Cotton never met a stranger and was gracious and kind to all who knew him. He graduated from Tuscola High School in 1942 and joined the Marine Corps. After serving his country during WWII, he settled in Midland, Texas to work in the oil industry. This work led him to positions in Oklahoma City, Odessa, Abilene, San Antonio, Corpus Christi and finally to Saudi Arabia. Then they settled in Houston where he retired from TIW Corporation (A Pearce Industries Company) in July of 1994. Cotton married Hazel Williams on May 25 1946 in Abilene, and they had two children before her death in 1960, Carla Kay and James Kent. After Hazel's death, he married Coleen Joy Raper, who had three boys, Terry Wayne, Tommy Wade, and Larry Lynn. Two years after Coleen and Cotton married, they had a child, Robin Nancille. He is survived by his children, Carla Kay Howard Moore and husband Tom of Lubbock, Texas, Terry Wayne Howard and wife Mary of Katy, Texas, James Kent Howard and wife Cheryl of Castroville, Texas, Tommy Wade Howard and wife Jodi of Seguin, Texas, Larry Lynn Howard and wife Deb of Blackwell, Texas, and Robin Nancille Howard Gandy and husband, Geff of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. Cotton was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Coleen Joy, his parents John and Harriett, four brothers, Buck, Tice, Oliver, and Victor, four sisters, Rachel, Verna, Ruth, and Mary. An extremely proud grandfather, he will be missed tremendously by his 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren-they will miss their "Grandpa Cotton Candy". Cotton was also an admired uncle to countless nieces, nephews, and cousins. He taught all, that Jesus is the Lord of life-His kind spirit and love for others made it simple to see in the way he lived. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations made to the Marine Corps Toy for Tots, C/O 1stSgt Israel Rivera, 220 2d St, Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene, TX 79607, or the charity of choice . Published in Abilene Reporter-News on Nov. 28, 2013 Please keep the Howard family in your prayers. James E. 'J.E.' 'Cotton' Howard, was in the Tuscola Tigers, class of 1942. His son Terry Howard, ('71) reported that his father passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013. James E. (Cotton) Howard, 88 passed away Sunday November 24, 2013 at Abilene Regional Medical Center. A Funeral service will be held at the Bronte Church of Christ on Saturday November 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM with burial at Dewey Cemetery in Lawn. Services will be directed by Fry Bartlett Funeral Home of Tuscola. A visitation will be held on Friday November 29, 2013 from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Funeral Home. |
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Please keep the family of Bill Thornton in your prayers...a great man and great loss in the Jim Ned CISD family and our Jim Ned Valley community!!
Billy Frank ThorntonTuscola Billy Frank Thornton, 85, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Hendrick Hospice, from injuries he received in September. A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm Sunday, November 24, 2013 in the Bill Thornton Arena (gymnasium) at Jim Ned High School, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola, officiated by Dan Harkness and Gary Don Choate. Entrance into the Bill Thornton Memorial Arena is located on the back of Jim Ned High School. A visitation will be held from 4 to 7pm Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the funeral home. Bill was born to Isaac and Thelma (Windham) Thornton on October 17, 1928 in Abilene. In his family, he was the only boy of five. He graduated from Abilene high school and then went to work for WTU. During his early years as a meter reader for WTU, he would take his coffee break at Barnes and Williams Drugstore. This is where he met Laura and they married on March 10th, 1951 in Abilene. For the next 62 years, Bill and Laura where never apart for very long, always spending time with family and taking care of each other. WTU transferred Bill and Laura to Tuscola where he became the local area manager and she was a stay at home wife and mother raising their two boys. Bill, after 41 years, retired from WTU in 1990. Bill was a pillar in the Tuscola community, always quick with a handshake, welcoming smile, and slight chuckle. Bill captured the essence of rural Texas. In retirement, Bill was always active. He was a member of the Southern Taylor County Lions Club for 58 years and he enjoyed gardening, he was often found working in his garden during the hot summer days. Bill's true passion happened during the school year when he could follow, and support his Jim Ned Indians. For 45 years he ran the score board and clock at the Indians' basketball and football games. Upon his retirement from the scoreboard, Bill and Laura had courtside seats for every game. He and Laura are active members of the Tuscola Church of Christ. Bill is survived by his wife Laura, two sons, Billy, Frank Thornton, Jr. of Santa Claria, CA; and Danny Lee Thornton and wife Rita of Grand Prairie; two granddaughters, Angela Thornton of Plano and Amy Thornton and husband Philip Wright of Smith Station, AL; two great grandchildren BlakeThornton and D.J. Thornton: two sisters Ina Mae McMahon of Enid, OK and Corine Parr of Richmond. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters Ada Bell Cody and Lawanda Lewis. In lieu of flowers the family wish for donation to be made to the Jim Ned VFD, 641 Kent Ave, Tuscola, TX 79562 or to the Jim Ned All Sport Booster Club, P O Box 12, Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on Nov. 22, 2013
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Alumni Officers Beginning October 2013
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April 2013, Jacqueline Stockton, daughter of Steve ('84) and Janie Stockton, is recognized as the JNVHP White-McIntyre Scholarship for Academics receipient, shown below with the scholarship namesake Marceille (White) McIntyre ('45 Tuscola Tigers). Jacqueline is attending Ranger College in Stephenville. |
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A special thanks from JNVHP to our awesome alumni who have put in their time and effort from the charter members of JNVHP in 2009 to present alumni who continue to lend their support and resources. One step closer to our hope of preparing the Research Library and Museum at 510 Graham Street in Tuscola for operation and then joining with the Alumni Association to sponsor an All Alumni Homecoming Dance following the Football Games each year. We Dream Big At JNVHP ~ Preserving the Generations Past Heritage for the Future Generations Heritage!!!!! |
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I cannot believe I missed announcing my granddaughter's birth: Oh Happy Day!! Debbie Dacus Stewart ('84) is the proud "Nana" of her granddaughter, Primrose Irelynn Renee Stewart, born 27 Mar. 2013, 11:50 a.m., 7 lbs 5 oz, 18 1/2 inches. She was 6 weeks pre-mature and stayed in the hospital for 2 weeks. She is now 6 months old and sooooo healthy, smiling, giggling, rolling over and just a joy!! By permission of photographer.
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Please keep the Rutland family in your prayers at this time. Mr. Rutland was a big part of the Ag community and served on the JNCISD School Board from 1966-1978. He, like Mr. Jennings, has left a great legacy in service to our Jim Ned Community. Marvin Rutland OPLIN — Marvin Rutland, 91, died Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013. Arrangements are pending with Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Marvin Rutland
Oplin Marvin Joe Rutland, 91, passed away September 21, 2013 in his home. A funeral service will be held on 10:30am Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Lawn Church of Christ, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Burial will follow in McBee Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8pm Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at the funeral home. Marvin was born May 17th, 1922 to Joseph Edward and Bertha Ona (Morse) Rutland in Oplin. He graduated from Oplin High School in 1939. He attended Abilene Christian College before serving in the Army Air Force during World War II. He served from 1942 through 1946 as a flight engineer Tech Sergeant in Okinawa, Manila, the Phillipines, and Tinian, Marianas. He resumed his education at Abilene Christian College in 1946. Marvin met Doris Runyan while at Abilene Christian College and they were married on November 16, 1947 in McAlister, New Mexico. Marvin loved his wife of almost 66 years. She was his true love. He also loved his children, grandchildren, relatives, friends and church family. He farmed and ranched his entire life in Taylor and Callahan counties keeping the farm in continuous operation since 1908 as a legacy for his descendents. He received the Centennial Family Land Heritage award from the Texas State Legislature in 2010. He enjoyed the challenge of tilling the soil and working with cattle. He was a good and generous neighbor, sharing with those in need. His word was his true bond. Marvin attended the Oplin Church of Christ in his early years and later became a member of the Lawn Church of Christ where he was active as an elder for several years. Marvin was a member of the Texas Farm Bureau and served as president for many years. He also served on the Jim Ned School Board for 15 years. He is survived by his wife, Doris and his children: daughter, Janie Runyan and husband, Larry of Mansfield; son, Steve and wife, Marsha of Oplin; son, Gary and wife, Tik of Thailand, and daughter, Becky Peschell and husband, Sam, of North Richland Hills. They have 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Preceding him in death, includes an infant brother, his daughter, Winona Gail, and his parents. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials to be sent to The Cherokee Home for Children, PO Box 295, Cherokee, TX 76832. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 24, 2013
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Please keep the Jennings family in your prayers. Lee and Betty came to this area in 1969. Lee was a big part of the Ag community as well as a Jim Ned CISD school board member for several years. Lee Jennings OVALO — Lee Jennings, 88, died Sunday afternoon, Sept. 15, 2013. Funeral arrangements are pending with Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home of Tuscola. F. Lee Jennings - (28 Aug. 1925 - 15 Sep. 2013) - Visitation will be tonight from 6-8 at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Funeral will be held at the Lawn Church of Christ tomorrow, Wednesday, at 10:30 am, following will be a private ...family burial in the Jim Ned Valley. Lee was very much a part of the Ag community, served as Jim Ned CISD school board member in the late 1970's-early 1980's and has left a legacy of service to others in the Jim Ned Valley.
Sure wish I could be there to say, "so-long cowboy"!!!
Ovalo Forrest Lee Jennings, 88, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at his home in Ovalo. Funeral service will be held at 10:30am Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at the Lawn Church of Christ, Lawn, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Visitation was held Tuesday, September 17, 6 to 8pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at McBee Cemetery. Lee was born to Alvie and Ercel (Powers) Jennings on August 28, 1925 in Hamby. He graduated from Leuders High School in 1943, and enlisted in the Navy in 1944. Lee served in the Pacific Theater in WWII; he was stationed in Hawaii, Marshall Islands, Mariana Islands, and the Philippines. Lee Married Betty Jo Beene on August 9, 1947 in Cisco. He was employed by Halliburton Oil Well for 20 years, but always desired to be around livestock, especially horses. They moved to their present home north of Lawn 43 years ago. There, Lee became a full time farmer-rancher. He was a lifetime member of the Church of Christ, and attended the Lawn Church of Christ. Before moving to the Lawn area, Lee was an elder at the Baker Heights Church of Christ in Abilene. Lee was a member of the Texas Farm Bureau, Taylor Electric and former member of the Jim Ned School Board. He is survived by his wife Betty, son Russell, daughters, Patsy Shero and her husband Paul, and Nancy Suson and her husband Dwight, and sister Hazel Fillmon. Lee and Betty have five grandchildren, and seven great grand children. Lee's parents, brother, Lawrence, and sister, Jimmie Collum preceded him in death. Lee was a friendly man, and has friends all around this area. We will all miss him. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Lawn Church of Christ, Mission Fund, P.O. Box 176 Lawn, Texas 79530. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 18, 2013
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Update 9/21/13: Memorial service for Kim will be Monday Sept.23rd at 5pm in the chapel of First Baptist Church in Denton. Address is: 1100 Malone St., Denton TX 76201. Ph # 940-382-2577
Update 9/20/13: Kimberly Lou Rogholt, 50, born March 3, 1963 to Benny D. and Virginia Martin Singletary in Abilene, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 in Denton. Arrangements are under the direction of Denton Funeral Home.
Praying for the Singletary family and Kim's children and grandchildren. Kim Singletary went to Jim Ned during the school year 1979-1980 in the class of 1981. Her brother Jeff was in my class ('84) during that time. Kim's daughter Kayla, posted that Kim passed away last night at 9:19 pm 18 Sep 2013, I believe in the Bedford, Texas area. I pray for strength and peace during this time.
Kay J. Smith-Posted to FB-9/18/2013
Kim Singletary Rogholt passed away today. She was in my One Act play at Jim Ned. She is survived by her siblings - Jeff, DeWayne and Lucy Bortt and daughters Amber and Kayla. Please pray for them as they deal with their loss.
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2013 Sep. 6 - Cominghome Queen and Mr. Ex. Congrats to Cominghome Queen and Mr. Ex...Pam Guffey, class of 1963 & Glen Sansom, class of 1970; Jim Ned Homecoming Queen...M'Lee Graham!
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Please keep the Boozer and Pogue families in your prayers. Joretta was a 1947 graduate of the Tuscola Tigers, which was the last graduating class from Tuscola before the Bradshaw/Ovalo/Tuscola consolidation that created South Taylor High School.
Joretta Jean Boozer Pogue
December 18, 1930 - September 14, 2013 Abilene Joretta Jean Boozer Pogue, 82, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus Saturday night, September 14, 2013. A graveside service will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 17, 2013, in Elmwood Memorial Park Cemetery, directed by Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory, Abilene. Serving as pallbearers are Rick Cason, Joe Snow, David Morris, Phil Sims, Sid Saverance, and Allen Lamb. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, with Dr. Jeff Reid and Reverend Jack Ridlehoover officiating. The family will receive friends at a visitation 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Devoted to her faith, her family, and her friends, Joretta served as a Registered Nurse and was known for her passion in caring for her patients. She was born in Ovalo, Texas, December 18, 1930, to A.D. and Nell Boozer and was raised there, along with her three sisters and two brothers, where her father owned the local barbershop. After graduating from Jim Ned High School, Joretta went on to complete her nursing degree at Good Samaritan School of Nursing in Phoenix, Arizona. As a Head Nurse for Hendrick Hospital, a representative for the City Health Department, and later as a school nurse for AISD, she invested her whole heart in her profession. In 1958, Joretta married James M. Pogue, and they made their home for fifty years at 318 Hawthorne, Abilene, Texas, where they raised their two children, Sarah and Jimmy. Together, Joretta and James built a strong and loving foundation that continues to bless our families. After joining Pioneer Drive Baptist Church in its founding year, she began a lifelong commitment of service and fellowship by teaching third grade Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and later her beloved Ladies Class, the Love Class. She was also part of a medical mission's team that travelled to Venezuela. Joretta's life was centered around her daughter and son, and she was overjoyed to become a grandmother to her four grandchildren. Joretta leaves behind a family blessed by her memory: her daughter and son-in-law, Sarah and Tom Beebe of Midland; her son and daughter-in-law, Jimmy and Laura Pogue of Abilene; her grandchildren, Jamie, Tommy, Kathryn, and David; her sister, Su Swindle and her brother and sister-in-law, Van and Melba Boozer, all of Abilene; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Grateful for Joretta's legacy of faith and service, we rejoice that she is now forever in the presence of the Lord and reunited with loved ones she has missed for so long. Memorials may be sent to Mission Chinle Fellowship at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church, 701 South Pioneer Drive, Abilene, Texas 79605. You may view and sign the guestbook at www.elliotthamilfuneralhome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News from September 16 to September 17, 2013
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Please keep the Moore and Satterwhite families in your prayers. Murlee was a 1941 graduate of Lawn Longhorns and her nickname was "Bucket" because she was really good at playing basketball in her day!!
Murlee Moore Abilene Murlee Moore, 88, passed away Tuesday September 3, 2013, at a local nursing facility. The funeral service is scheduled for 3:00pm Saturday, September 7, 2013, at North Park Baptist Church, Rev. Louis Johnson officiating, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Burial will be in the Tuscola cemetery at 5:00pm. A visitation for Murlee will be at North Park Baptist Church from 4 to 6pm Friday, September 6, 2013. Murlee was born to Robert Clarence and Della Anne (Kinney) Satterwhite on September 20, 1924, in northern Runnels County. She attended Lawn High School where she graduated at age 16. During WW II Murlee worked for Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation in Fort Worth. She married Carlton Casey Moore in 1945. They first live in the Lawn area until 1949 when they moved to Abilene. She was a stay at home mother who raise their three children. In 1958 Murlee rejoined the work force as a watch assembly worker at the Timex Corp. In 1978 she went to work for Rita Barber where she was a seamstress 10 years. Murlee retired in 1987 to become a fulltime housewife, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was very active in her community as an adult leader in the Hamby 4-H club. She was also Hamby Home Demonstration Club and the Abilene Aggie Mom's Club. She has been a member of the North Park Baptist Church since 1950. She is survived by her three children, daughters Carolyn Griffith and husband Stanley of Abilene, and Jo Anne Hill and husband Orvel of La Grange, and son Randall Moore and wife Jan of Kula, Hawaii, sister Fae Ola Zimmerlee of Lawn, and brother Bobby Satterwhite and wife Peggy of Lawn. Four grandchildren Riley Griffith and wife Sherry of Abilene and their children Abigail and Stephen, Casey Griffith and wife Lauri of Dallas and their children Olivia, Maxwell, and Sophie, James Hill and wife Dana of Maple Valley, Washington and their children Kelsey and Garrett, Brent Hill and wife Michelle of Cedar Park and their children Regan and Zane, and Sara Moore of College Station. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters Elva Mae Barbee and Erma Sutton Wilder, and two brothers Orval Satterwhite and Granvalle Satterwhite. The Moore family would like to thank the Hendrick Hospice Staff and the Staff at The Oaks at Radford Hills for their loving care of our mother. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the North Park Baptist Church, 1525 Anson Ave, Abilene, TX 79601. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 5, 2013
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Please remember Roy Lee Sanders, class of 1979, in your prayers. He has stage four throat cancer and is growing very weak and tired due to the cancer, radiation and chemo. He can no longer swallow, so he is getting a feeding tube today. Pray for him to not give up and have faith.
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Jim Ned Homecoming 2013! 1958-1959 Jim Ned School Year First Jim Ned Cominghome Queen Nancy (Cary) Handley is from the first graduating class of Jim Ned High School, 1957-1958 school year. The first year of the newly formed Jim Ned CISD, the school did not have a homecoming football game. This year (2013-2014) marks the 55th Anniversary of the Annual Jim Ned Indians Football Homecoming Celebration!!
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Electing new alumni officers this year. Anyone intersted in being the new parade chair can contact Treva Pemberton Gambrell (Class of 1989) and she would be happy to answer any questions. She is having to step down this year and would like to notify as many people as possible so a replacement can be found. Thanks!
-- Treva Gambrell Assistant Principal
Jim Ned High School
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Please keep the family of Jack Hancock in your prayers. Jack was a big part of our Agriculture Community and Jim Ned Community in general!!
Jack W. Hancock
Ovalo Jack W. Hancock, 98, passed away Wednesday August 22, 2013 at his ranch in Ovalo. A funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at the First Baptist Church, Tuscola, with burial to follow in the Tuscola Cemetery. Pastor Dewayne Bush officiating, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7pm Friday August 24, 2013 at the funeral home. Jack was born November 12, 1914 in Sherman, Texas. His parents were Sarah Katherine (Riley) and Louis Norman Hancock. There were seven children in the family: Muriel, Ruth, Eugene, George, Jack, Katherine and Billy. Shortly after Jack was born, the family moved to a farm bordered by Chateau Creek six miles outside of Sherman. There he learned his love for agriculture. Jack began school in a one-room school named Providence. His teachers were his two older sisters, Muriel and Ruth Hancock. He must have been a rounder because once he crawled out the window of the school and ran home. When Ruth got home that afternoon, she told their mother that she had to make Jack mind at school. Who would know at that time that he too would become a teacher? By the time he was 10 years old, the family had moved to West Texas in search of a new beginning. His family lived first in Redwine, but soon moved to New Home where he worked on his dads farm. He graduated from New Home high school in 1933. Jack attended and graduated from Texas Tech University in Lubbock with a degree in Agriculture. While there he worked at the Tech dairy, rising at 4:30 am to milk 15 cows before going to school. His senior year he became the student assistant to Dr. Harbough, Professor of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Jack became the manager and butcher for the New Home Coop Cold-storage Locker Plant. He met and married Frankie Lee Straley on June 8, 1941. She was teaching at New Home at the time. They had two girls: Joy Kay and Jackie Sue. When Jack left the locker plant, he was appointed instructor in the National Youth Association Program as Instructor of Farm Equipment at Tech. He taught agriculture and science for public school as well as to GIs after WWII. He taught Sunday School and regular schools for approximately 60 years. Jack served his country as a Naval Officer during World War II. He received his commission at Columbia University in New York. He joined the Navy V6 Program and taught Recognition (of ships and aircraft) to new recruits at Bitter Creek, VA and Green Bay, WI. Later he served on the APA5 Barnett during the Battle of Okinawa as recognition and assistant gunnery officer. He was discharged in New Orleans on December 15, 1945, having served his country three years. When WW II was over, Jack returned to teaching, farming and ranching. For the rest of his life, he had a hand in agriculture and was a banker with Production Credit for several years. After the death of his first wife, Frankie, Jack met and married the second love of his life: Keva Lou Hays Holley on January 6, 1967. For seven years they ranched, while serving God at home and abroad. Besides his teaching and military service, he was a Mason for almost 50 years and member of the Lions Club 50 yrs. As a member of the Taylor County Farm Bureau Association, he served as president. As Co-chairman he worked to establish the benefits program for farmers. In Taylor County, he served on the Livestock Show committee when the Coliseum was built and was General Superintendent of the Show and Lamb division at various times. As a School Board member of Jim Ned ISD, he served as president and secretary at the time Jim Ned was established through consolidation of South Taylor and Lawn. A countless number of young Girl Scouts knew him as Ranger Jack at Camp Booth Oaks where he served as camp manager for the West Texas Girl Scout Council. In 1997 in Forsan, he was appointed to the Forsan City Council for a short time. He served as deacon in the Baptist Church for over 60 years. As a world traveler, he saw 44 states and traveled to the Philippines, China, Japan, Israel, Egypt, Switzerland, Italy, Mexico, Greece, Canada, and Brazil. He lived a long and healthy life, never losing his ability to speak publicly with humor and intelligence. He shared his war experiences with the students of Forsan High School when he was 92, and received the Veteran of the Month award on his 93rd birthday in Big Spring, where he spoke over an hour about his life, the war, and his God. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, counselor, and a real friend to man. Most importantly, he loved his God. He has said again and again, "I met the greatest man who ever lived when I was 12 years old, and I have always tried to follow His footsteps; that man is Jesus Christ." He was an exceptional man who knew how to live. His family and friends will miss him greatly and will be challenged to match his example. Jack was preceded in death by parents, wife, Frankie Lee Straley Hancock, wife, Keva Lou Hays Holley Hancock, is six siblings and his son-in-law Tommie Wayne Henry. He is survived by his three daughters, Joy Kay Vazquez and husband Ernesto Vazquez of Laredo, Glen Dena Ivie and husband Charles Ivie of Tatum, NM, Jackie Sue Henry of Ovalo, six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, Tim Griffin and wife Dina, and children Bailey, Emma, and Seaver Hancock of Abilene, Kim Turner and husband Chris, and children Jordan and Hunter Jack of Topeka, KS, Carlos Ernesto Vazquez, and sons Carlos and Andres of Rio Gordo, Spain, Sam Griffin and wife Stacy, and children Isabel and Hays of Levelland, Mandi Lewis and husband Eric, and son Hadley of Sherman, John Paul Vazquez and wife Esther of Sacramento, CA In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations can be made to the Jack and Keva Hancock endowed scholarship, c/o Hardin Simmons PO Box 16100, Abilene, Tx 79698 or the Jim Ned FFA program, 830 Garza Ave, Tuscola, Tx 79562. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on August 23, 2013
I (Debbie Stewart) had the privilege of visiting with and interviewing Mr. Jack W. Hancock earlier this year and what a blessing those 3 hours were. He was a proud Jim Ned Community member and loved being on his mountain overlooking the Jim Ned Valley. He taught Vocational Agriculture at South Taylor High School in Tuscola from 1950-1957 and judged many a livestock show. Jack passed away peacefully in his home ...with his daughter Jackie by his side. Jack W. Hancock was just less than 3 months shy of his 99th birthday. (12 Nov 1914-21 Aug 2013) Please keep the Hancock family in your prayers. The funeral is pending, but under the care of Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola and the service will be at the First Baptist Church in Tuscola, Texas. 1954 South Taylor Homecoming Parade in downtown Tuscola - Jack and his first wife Frankie Straley Hancock are the lead horses on the left.
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Please keep Gilbert's family in your prayers. He graduated in the Lawn Longhorns class of 1941.
Cisco Gilbert Paul Copeland passed away Aug 18 at the age of 88. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Wed Aug 21 at the First Baptist Church in Cisco, with visitation at Kimbrough Funeral Home Tue Aug 20 from 5:00-7:00 PM. Born in Lawn, Texas Dec 7, 1924, Gilbert was 17 when Pearl Harbor was bombed. Having contracted polio at age 12, Military Services were reluctant to let him to enlist, but he talked his way into the Coast Guard and spent the war guarding New York Harbor. After WW II he returned to Texas to study at Tarleton State College, Texas A&M, and received a Master's Degree from Sam Houston State Teachers College in Huntsville. Gilbert taught Vocational Ag for 30 years. In Aspermont he taught the first integrated class in the State of Texas. He taught at Olden from 1954-1970 and at Cisco from 1970-1985. After retiring he worked on the restoration of the original Conrad Hilton Hotel in Cisco, and later became known as "Mr. Gilbert" at Wal-Mart in Eastland. He firmly believed if you couldn't find it there you probably didn't need it anyway. His proudest accomplishments were the lifelong relationships he maintained with former students. He loved gospel and western music and was happiest when he was singing. For years he led the singing at the Olden Baptist church, and could be found every Monday night singing at the Cisco Nursing Home with the "Monday Night Singers." Gilbert was preceded in death by a younger brother and sister, and a grandchild, Jarrett Stacy. He is survived by children Gary Copeland and Nancy Harris, granddaughters Shelly Wallace and Ginger Bunn, and great grandchildren Haley and Hannah Wallace. We're certain he is now happily singing full time with a celestial choir. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on August 20, 2013
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Please keep the Papasan and Richards families in your prayers. Nell was a 1944 Lawn Longhorns graduate. Ballinger Nell was born on December 10, 1928 to Leona and Coldon Papasan on a ranch near Ovalo, Texas. Nell was 84. Nell married the late Conda O. Richards on May 1, 1949. They were married for 49 years. She and Conda were members of the GMC Travel Club and traveled nationwide in their GMC motorhome for many years. She lived on the Chadbourne Ranch near Bronte, Texas and in Ballinger, Texas. Nell was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Bronte. She was also a proud member of the Coke County Red Hat Society and was an avid supporter of the Fort Chadbourne Foundation. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother Jimmy Papasan, and her grandson Michael Thornhill. Nell is survived by her three children; two sons, Brian Richards and wife, Cynthia of Lubbock, Garland Richards and wife, Lana of Fort Chadbourne, and one daughter, Sallie Richards of San Antonio. She is also survived by her sister, Patsy Fort, brothers Bobie Papasan and David Papasan. Grandchildren include Conda Richards and wife Tami, Chuck Boecking and wife Monique, Alisa Plumley and husband Steve, Brent Boecking and wife Anna, Sharla Littlefield and husband Les, Neil Boecking and wife Melanie, Michelle Kiser and husband Beau, Sarah Foster and husband Chuck, Jade Angel and husband Kenneth, and Cody Moore. The family would like to thank her caregivers, Kim Kenner and Becky Watson, Odyssey Hospice and the staff at Bronte Health and Rehab Center for taking care of Nell. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, August 18 at Fort Chadbourne Cemetery in Bronte. Memorials may be made to the Fort Chadbourne Foundation at 651 Fort Chadbourne Road, Bronte, Texas 76933. Arrangements are with Lange Funeral Home in Ballinger. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on August 18, 2013
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Class of 2009 - 22-year-old Nicholas Barton of Sweetwater, a paramedic with the Sweetwater Fire Department, was critically injured in a motorcycle wreck on Wednesday (August 7, 2013) morning in Fisher County. We need all the prayers!!! Thank you!
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18 Aug - UPDATE ON Nick Barton: Keep the prayers coming!!!!On Saturday September 21, 2013 the Trent V.F.D. is going to have a cook off. At this cook off they will have a benefit booth set up for Nick Barton to help pay for his hospital bills. If anyone is interested in coming out it will be held at the Trent V.F.D. from 8am until everyone is done for the night. (118 South Main, Trent, Tx) Come out and show your support for Nick and his family!!!!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!
15 Aug - UPDATE ON NICKS PROGRESS:
13 Aug - THIS IS A POST FROM SWEETWATER FIRE DEPARTMENT PAGE THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!Nick is on a cooling pad to speed the healing process, a 5 lead Cardiac monitor, he has a central line back in place after he removed the first one, he has a soft cast on his right ankle and right wrist, he is still intubated, he has a feeding tube and a inter cranial pressure sensor. An update on Nick's condition this morning. Throughout the night his blood pressure dropped into the low 100's systolic. To increase the perfusion to his brain they are starting him on a Dopamine drip. This will increase his blood pressure by making his heart contract stronger. Nick pulled his arterial line which the Dr's had placed to monitor his blood pressure closer. They will be replacing this... today. Nick is going to get some blood this morning due to some lab values trending downward. These labs are not critical, the Dr's just want to give him a boost. Yesterday they started hypothermic therapy which decreases Nick's body temperature to promote healing. They are continuing this today. Lastly Nick received some medications to promoted a bowel movement. A couple of interventions today to support Nick's healing. As always please continue sending your prayers. Any note of encouragement is welcome.
12 Aug - Nick is doing well today. A couple of updates for everyone. His CT came back showing that the procedure yesterday is doing its job with relieving pressure and he has no mid line shift now. His vitals have been very good. They placed an internal ICP (inter cranial pressure) monitor that allows the nursing staff to watch his pressures closely, which they have been good thus far. Also, today they are... going to place a vest on him that vibrates to loosen some congestion that Nick has in his left lung. To help with the whole healing process they are going to try to keep his temperature at 96 degrees which allows the body to heal easier. All in all some great news today. Please send continued prayers for Nick, Chelsea and the entire family.
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Please keep the family of Ronnie Bethel '67 JN graduate in your prayers. Ronnie Bethel age 65 of Coleman, Texas passed from this life on Monday, July 8, 2013 at 10:30am at his residence in Coleman. Services will be Thursday at 2:00pm at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Teel officiating. Interment will be at the Dewey Cemetery. Family visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00 till 7:00 pm at Henderson Funeral Home. He was born Ronald Harold Bethel on February 26, 1948 in East Chicago, Indiana to the late Lonnie and Myrtie Howard Bethel. Ronnie was raised in Jim Ned where he graduated from Jim Ned High School. He has been a resident of Coleman for 25 years moving here from Winters. On February 24, 2003 Ronnie married Beckey Stewart in Coleman, Texas and they celebrated ten years of marriage. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Ronnie was a member of the Baptist church and was a carpenter and also worked for the City of Coleman. SURVIVORS Wife – Beckey Bethel of Coleman, Texas Daughter – Rhonda Black of Winters, Texas Step Daughter – Marjorie Stewart of Dallas, Texas 2 Step Sons – James Stewart of Coleman, Texas Shane Stewart of Coleman, Texas Brother – John & wife Shirley Bethel of Abilene, Texas Sister-wife – Patricia Barrett of Coleman, Texas 1 Grandson 1 Step Granddaughter 1 Step Grandson Ronnie was preceded in death by Brother – Raymond Bethel |
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Please keep the family of Clark McDonald '60 JN graduate in your prayers. Leonard "Clark" McDonaldMay 16, 1942 - July 6, 2013 FORT WORTH -- Leonard "Clark" McDonald, 71, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013. Greenwood Funeral Home
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Please keep the family of Josie Reid Hicks '41 Bradshaw Coyotes graduate in your prayers. Josie M. Hicks
Abilene Josie Hicks, 89, passed away on Tuesday July 2, 2013 at a local nursing facility. A funeral service is scheduled for 1:30pm Friday, July 5, 2013 at the Ovalo Baptist Church, with Marcy Grun officiating. Funeral services directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Josie's family will receive friends from 4 to 6pm Thursday, July 4, 2013 at the funeral home. Josie was born on May 16, 1924 in Moro to Earnest and Minnie (Shaffer) Reid. She grew up in the Moro and southern Taylor county area. She graduated high school in 1941. She married Bud Hicks in January 17, 1942. They were married for 64 years until his death in 2006. Josie and Bud settled in the Tuscola area where he worked as a barber and she worked as a stay at home mother and later worked for Timex and Dry manufacturing in Winters. Josie loved to work, sitting idle was not in her daily vocabulary, from working at her daily job, to working in her yard and garden, Josie was always on the move. When she was not working in her garden she was often found visiting friends, writing and sending cards to family and friends or teaching Sunday School. Josie was the oldest of the six children in her family and she was always taking care of her family, and it was her family that was the dearest to her. She is survived by a daughter, Paula Josey and husband Colin of Dallas, son Gary Hicks of Abilene, daughter in law Cynthia Hicks of Smith's Station, Alabama, sisters Ellen Walters and husband Cal of Moro, Ethel Grun and husband Russell of Moro, and Leola Allmand and husband J. W. of Ovalo, brother Verlon and wife Doris of Abilene, sister in law Ada Reid of Winters, grand children Avel and Monica Hicks, great-grand children Addilynn and Dominic. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Clyde Reid. The family would like to express gratitude for the loving care that Josie received at Covenant Place and at Northern Oaks. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Moro Baptist Church 2509 CR 189, Ovalo, Tx 79541. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on July 4, 2013
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Thanks to everyone for your love and prayers. Mom is finally at peace. I just know she and Dad are dancing their first waltz down the streets of gold! For those of us left behind we will celebrate my sweet Mom's life at the following times and places. Visitation will be Thursday between 4pm -6pm at Fry-Bartlett funeral home in Tuscola. The service is Friday at 1:30 at Ovalo Baptist in Ovalo, TX. Graveside service immediately following in Winters. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Moro Baptist Church, 2509 CR 184, Ovalo, TX 79541.
- Paula's mother, Josie Hicks, passed away July 2, 2013.
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Reunion Time...South Taylor Class of 1953, is having a class reunion on Wednesday, June 19 at the MCM Elegant Motel in Abilene. We will meet from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. |
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Please keep the Box family in your prayers. Travis was a 1953 graduate of South Taylor Flying Tigers.
Travis Ruben Box Published in Abilene Reporter-News on June 11, 2013
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Please keep the McKee family in your prayers. J.C. was a graduate of the Ovalo Eagles.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on May 26, 2013
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The last class of Tuscola Tigers, graduating class of 1947, held a reunion at Al's Bar-B-Que in Abilene, April 27th. Betty Sue Hammonds Allison is their class President and she did a wonderful job getting things together. Evelyn Hill Voelkel from this class, moved to Abilene and she had five generations with her. The Tuscola class of 1947 opens their reunions for anyone who attended school with them during the Tuscola School District era. What a great alumni celebration!! |
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Please keep the family of Venita in your prayers. She was a 1955 South Taylor Flying Tigers graduate. San Angelo Venita J. Brewer Gaston, 76, of San Angelo, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and friends on March 23, 2013 in San Angelo. Funeral services will be held 11:00am Saturday April 27, 2013 at West Angelo Church of Christ with Alvis Fisher of West Angelo Church of Christ, officiating. Burial will follow at 3:00pm at Shep Cemetery. Arrangements are by Robert Massie Funeral Home. Venita J. Brewer Gaston was born in Abilene, TX to John Newton and Ima Elva Brewer on January 27, 1937. She went to school at Tuscola, TX. She married Kenneth Bob Gaston, her childhood sweetheart, on August 16, 1956, in Abilene, TX. She graduated from South Taylor High School now known as Jim Ned High School. She worked her way up in the banking industry and retired as a Vice-President for Wells Fargo Bank. She was a member of West Angelo Church of Christ, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the United Daughters of the Confederacy. She spent much of her time traveling and doing genealogy research. She has spent summers in Alaska visiting, sight seeing and working in one of the resort hotel gift shops near Denali National Park. Genealogy research has taken her through Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and even Alaska where she has met previously unknown relatives and made countless new friends. Venita J. Brewer Gaston is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Kenneth Bob Gaston. Venita J. Brewer Gaston is survived by Brenda Watts and husband Jerry of Hylton, TX, Belinda Hogan and husband Don of Seminole, TX, Robert Gaston of Soldotna, AK Rebecca Dewbre and husband Jim of Breckenridge, seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Memorials may be given to Odyssey Hospice or the American Cancer Society . The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Odyssey Hospice for the loving care shown to our family Venita's obituary and memorial guestbook may be viewed online at www.robertmassie.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on April 26, 2013
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Marla Hudson BrooksJim Ned – Remember when...?I plan on arranging some type of reunion for those of us who graduated between 1980-1984 etc. Particularly for those of us who knew Ricky Adams. for those who did not know, he passed away Friday, April 5th. It will be a time to see each other and reflect on the times we all shared and as a memorial for Ricky. This will not be a formal organized event... we may just all meet up at the Bar BQ Barn or something and it probably won't happen until sometime in June. I've spoken to several of his friends and they want to do something. Thank you Debbie for keeping us informed. God bless!~ Marla
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Please keep Shirley's family in your prayers. Shirley Jean Hudson
Abilene Shirley Jean Hudson, 82, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2013, at a local medical center in Abilene. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., today, Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at Tuscola Baptist Church, Tuscola, Texas with Brother DeWayne Bush officiating, under the direction of Community Memorial Funeral Home, 1443 North 2nd Street, Abilene, Texas. Shirley was born on February 13, 1931 in Doland, South Dakota to John and Annetta Scovell Jansen. She was employed as Lawn city secretary. Shirley volunteered for the Granny Squad, Red Cross, Abilene Independent School District, and worked as a librarian at Jim Ned School. She was preceded in death by a son, John Hudson; a daughter, Pamela Butner; a brother, Roland Jansen; a grandson, Travis Hudson; and a granddaughter, Katherine Terrell. Survivors include a son, Gary Hudson and wife, Elaine; two daughters, Suzanne Bradshaw and husband, Steve, and Annetta Hudson; two brothers, John Jansen and Veryl Jansen; three sisters, Linda Thiesen, Vallerie Abernathy, and Cheryl VanZee; grandchildren, Sharlena Page, Christina Hudson, Joseph Butner Jr., Sharon Bartolo, Eric Bradshaw, Zachery Bradshaw, Sara Boyles, and David O'Shields; and nineteen great-grandchildren. Our sweet mama and grandmother, Shirley Hudson, has gone to be with the Lord. Memorials may be sent to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory Street, Abilene, Texas 79601. You may view and sign the guestbook at www.communitymemorialfh.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on April 16, 2013
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Please keep the family of Oran Egger in your prayers. He had a very long teaching career in our school district. James Oran Egger
TUSCOLA James Oran Egger, 81, passed from this life on Friday, April 12, 2013 to be with his Lord, family and friends. A funeral service is scheduled for 2:00pm Sunday, April 14th, 2013 at the Lawn Baptist Church with Price Mathieson and Kenneth Jordan officiating, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home. A visitation was held Saturday evening, April 13th, 2013 at the funeral home. Oran was born in Brownwood, on December 25, 1931 to Ben and Ruby (Jeffery) Egger. Before the age of one he and his family moved to the Nolan Community where his family operated a dairy and beef cattle stock farm. He graduated from Divide High School in 1951. He married his high school sweetheart and lifelong love of 58 years, Gloria Jean Ensminger on May 25, 1951 at Nolan. Oran continued his education becoming a Texas Tech Red Raider receiving his BS Degree of Education in 1954 and a Master's degree in 1959. Upon graduating in 1954, Oran applied at only one school for his Vocational Agricultural teaching job, which was at Lawn ISD. He taught at Lawn for three years until consolidation with Tuscola in 1957. He became the Jim Ned Vocational AG teacher for the next thirty years, then became the elementary principal at the Jim Ned Buffalo Gap Campus for the following 10 years. During his teaching career, he taught his son, daughter, daughter-in-law, and two of his four grandchildren, along with hundreds of other students in the Jim Ned District. Oran was an active member of the Lawn Baptist church for 58 years; serving as a deacon for 50 years, and a Sunday school teacher for many of those years. Oran enjoyed traveling with his family, friends, and especially his grandchildren. Oran and Gloria enjoyed pulling their camper all over the United States. Of course he enjoyed anything that was outdoors including fishing, farming, and ranching. He was always happiest when Gloria was right alongside. Oran was preceded in death by his wife Gloria (2010), and his parents. He is survived by his son Stan Egger and wife Nan of Tuscola, daughter Ora Jean Lee and husband Jimmie of Seymour, brother R.B. Egger of Atlanta, Georgia, sister Glenda Davis of Gallup, New Mexico, grandchildren, Cole Egger of Dallas, Jessica Baldwin and husband Scott of Dallas, Jill Stewart and husband Cody of Saint Jo, and Jacie Lee Abney of Lewisville. He is also survived by two great grandchildren, Paylin Grace Stewart and Croix Alexander Baldwin. Pallbearers for Oran are the Deacons of Lawn Baptist Church, J.W. Allmand, Clay Shott, Randy Doan, Doug Jones, Rodney Davis, Keith Whitehurst, Jerry Adams, Randal Brown, Ricky Walker, Joel Terry, and Steve Stogsdill. Honorary pallbearers are, Amos Aldridge, Leo Dennis, Lee Hamilton, and Bill Thornton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First State Bank in Tuscola, designating either to Lawn Baptist Church or the Oran Egger Agricultural Scholarship Fund for Jim Ned Students. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on April 14, 2013
Oran Egger TUSCOLA — Oran Egger, 81, died Friday, April 12, 2013. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. today (Sat.) at Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Lawn Baptist Church. |
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Update 4/12/13 afternoon: The family will have a private service in Gatesville where they will spread Ricky's ashes. Ricky battled colon cancer for about two years and his mother Betty, took care of him in her home in Abilene for the last 10 months of his life. ******** Please keep the family of Ricky Adams in your prayers. He graduated in the class of 1982. Ricky Lane Adams, passed away April 5, 2013. The Abilene Funeral Home took care of the cremation and there has been no service set at this time. |
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Please keep Oleta's family in your prayers, she was a 1948 graduate of South Taylor Flying Tigers. Oleta M. Whitaker
Abilene Oleta M. Whitaker, 81, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 4, 2013 in Abilene. Services will be at The Hamil Family Funeral Home Chapel, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 6, with Rev. Stan Allcorn officiating. Burial will follow in McBee Cemetery in South Taylor County. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. She was born in Jones County, Texas on August 9, 1931 to Emmett and Lillie Whitaker. Oleta was a small child when her family moved to rural South Taylor County where she grew up and graduated from South Taylor County High School in 1948. Oleta attended Hardin-Simmons University for three years. Oleta began work at Western Cotton Oil Company which became Paymaster Feeds, and later became Cargill Industries. She was a dedicated employee for 39 years. She was a member of Pioneer Drive Baptist Church in Abilene. Oleta was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Joe Ray Whitaker. She is survived by cousins, Betty Marsh and family and Ruby Kinnard and family, many distant cousins, and nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her close childhood friends, Mitzy and Don Hart. Oleta requested that any memorial donations be made to The Salvation Army, 1726 Butternut St., Abilene, TX 79602, or the donor's favorite charity. Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on April 5, 2013
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Please keep the Russell Chambers ('76) family in your prayers. Russ lived in Dallas, TX where he was Director of nurses. He had two children and one grandchild. He passed away March 22, 2013, at the age of 55 of cancer. There will be no funeral services as he was cremated. |
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Please keep the family of David McClure in your prayers. Mr. McClure spent 29 years as a teacher and coach for the Jim Ned CISD...many more years watching his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren become Jim Ned Indians!! David McClure
Ovalo James David McClure, 78, of Ovalo, Texas, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at an Abilene care center. David was born in Caps, Texas on September 10, 1934. He graduated from Eula High School in 1953 and received his Bachelor of Education from McMurry University. He married Rosa Lee Brock on March 5, 1955 in Eula, Texas. He was a member of Tuscola United Methodist Church and had been a teacher and coach in Jim Ned Schools for 29 years. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Austin Earl McClure and Ella Virginia "Virgie" McClure, and brother, Buck McClure. Survivors include his wife, Rosa Lee McClure of Ovalo; four children and their spouses, Mikey McClure and Cleone, Rick McClure and Donna, Jeff McClure and Robbi, and Melinda Ikeler and Rick all of Ovalo; sisters, Mildred Warren of Eula, and Nancy Rogers and husband Bill of Cedar Gap, Texas; 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, at Tuscola United Methodist Church with Marcy Grun and Ryan Goodwin officiating. Burial will follow in Buffalo Gap Cemetery under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Arnett McClure, Chris McClure, Tommy Bryant, Marshal McClure, Clinton McClure, Eric Ikeler and Nicholas McClure. Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on March 29, 2013
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Please keep the Foster family in your prayers for the passing of Jerry Don's ('85) father. Donald Lee Foster
buffalo gap Don Foster, 83, passed away Friday, March 22, 2013 in Buffalo Gap, Texas. The son of Cary Virginia (Gardner) and Sollie Foster, Don was born on November 28, 1929 in Happy Valley, Texas near Wingate. He served in the U. S. Army in Korea with the 45th Infantry Division. He was the recipient of three Bronze Service Stars, the National Defense Service Medal and the Combat Infantry Badge. In 1977 Don moved from Gardner, Illinois to Buffalo Gap, Texas where he retired from the City of Buffalo Gap Water Department. He was a member of First Baptist Church - Buffalo Gap. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Comer Foster, in 2008; parents, Sollie and Cary Foster; and four brothers. Don is survived by his son, Jerry Don Foster and wife Andrea of Buffalo Gap; daughter, Donna Jean Schick and husband Roy of Joliet, Illinois; five grandchildren, Tanner Kaleb Foster, Dillon Kyle Foster, Jenna Nicole Foster, Christy Lynn Lynch and Brian Jeffery Schick; three great-grandchildren, Jordon Schick, Alyssa Schick and Liam Gabriel Foster; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at First Baptist Church - Buffalo Gap with Rev. Burtis Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Buffalo Gap Cemetery under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 25, at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Dillon Foster, Tanner Foster, Derrick Sowell, Dana Sowell, Kirk Whitehurst, Sr., and Scotty Foster. Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory Street, Abilene, TX 79601. Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on March 24, 2013
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Please keep the family of Roy Peoples in your prayers. Roy was a 1944 Ovalo Eagles graduate. Roy W. Peoples
Abilene Roy W. Peoples, 86, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2013. A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm Sunday, March 17, 2013 at McBee Cemetery on C. R. 614 in southern Taylor County. Mike Greenfield will officiate. A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 4 to 6 in the afternoon at the funeral home, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Roy was the son of James and Iva Mae Peoples. He was born on November 11, 1926 in the Rogers community. He started school in Lawn and graduated from Ovalo High School in 1944. Immediately after graduation Roy joined the United States Navy and served in the Philippines on P.T. Boat 1132 as a radio/sonar operator. He married Patsy Marshall in June of 1946. They raised a son and two daughters in Abilene while he worked in sales for Delta Solvents, retiring as general manager in 1991. He married Iva Early, in 1999 and for several years they enjoyed traveling the United States in their RV. Roy was a member of the American Legion and of the VFW. He loved his family, the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, and golf. He loved the casinos and a "good meal." He is survived by his wife Iva Peoples of Abilene, son Ronnie Peoples and wife Beverly of Abilene, daughters Sandy West and husband Jim of Abilene, Karen Choat and husband John of Tuscola, sister-in-law Lota Marshall of Abilene, eight grandchildren, Jeff and Eric Peoples, Mandy Benedix, Tammy Tyler, Angela Toomer, Tracy Bowermaster, Amber McMullen, and Andy Choat, nine great-grandchildren Maegan, Alex, Zach, Madison, Mackenzie, Kaitlyn, Garrett, Katie and Brady, and one great great-grandaughter Kendalyn Jae, born on the same hour Roy passed. He is also survived by his step-son Troy Early and wife Mona of Richmond, Texas, step-grandchildren Tricia Davis, Nicole Waggoner, Desiree Bourgue, two step-great-grandchildren Noah and Maya Waggoner, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Patsy in 1994, adopted parents, and his birth parents Robert and Samathia Williams, seven brothers and three sisters. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Christian Homes of Abilene, 1202 Estates Dr, Abilene, TX 79602. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Phone 325-554-7404 / Fax 325-554-7405 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on March 16, 2013
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Jim Ned High SchoolJNHS Alumni Update
Courtney (Rankin) Duncan and Ms Perky Bug set new world record at 16.5 seconds! Professional video: ... https://www.youtube.com/ Courtney's video: https://www.youtube.com/
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Keep the Carpenter family in your prayers, please...Mrs. Carpenter was the grandmother of Thomas Carpenter ('96) Elsie Leona Carpenter
Abilene Elsie Leona Carpenter passed away Sunday, February 24, 2013 at a local nursing home at the age of 105 years, after a long illness. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 26th from 5 - 7 p.m. in North's Memorial Chapel, 242 Orange St. A funeral service will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in Southern Hills Church of Christ Chapel, 3666 Buffalo Gap Rd. with Phil Ware, Richard Melton, Joe McKissick and Manley Borden officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park, 5750 Hwy. 277 South, under the direction of North's Funeral Home. The daughter of Robert E. and Josie Cheek, Elsie was born on November 15, 1907 in Fordyce, Arkansas where she was raised and graduated from High School where she later taught school there. She moved to Abilene, Texas in 1928. She married Owen Carpenter December 23, 1931 in Abilene, Texas. She was a Charter member of Southern Hills Church of Christ. Elsie was a devoted church member who loved her church family. She worked for the Western Union in Arkansas and in Texas. She also worked for the Abilene Public Schools in the lunch room at Lincoln Middle School for three years. Her last job was with Hendrick Hospital for fifteen years, caring for the new born babies until her retirement at age 70. She loved crocheting and other hand work. She loved to work outside in her flower garden and loved to cook for her family and most of all she loved to spoil her grandchildren. Elsie was preceded in death by her parents; Robert E. and Josie Cheek. Her husband, Owen Carpenter. One grandson, Wayne Douglas Carpenter. One great-grandson Lucas Michael Carpenter . Two great-grandchildren, Christopher Wood and Valerie Croy. Five brothers, Sam, Albert, Archie, Bill and Herbert Cheek. One sister, Val King. Survivors include; three sons, Jack D. of Abilene, Larry D., Doug and wife Theda of Buffalo Gap. One daughter, Jean Wood of Abilene. Grandchildren; Pattie Vallery and husband Bobbie, Greg Wood and wife Sherry, Mark Wood and wife Jennifer, Dennis Carpenter and wife Marie, Joe, Mike and Tracy Carpenter, Don Carpenter and wife Twyla, Dwain Carpenter and wife Lalena, Thomas Carpenter and wife Cortnie, Owen Carpenter and BJ Blosser and wife Jodi. Twenty great-grandchildren and twenty-two great-great-grandchildren. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be made at www.northsfuneralhome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 26, 2013
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Please keep Bill Anderson's family in your prayers. Coach Anderson was the South Taylor High School Principal in 1951. He also took on coaching duties, as well as teaching History and Geometry for South Taylor Flying Tigers 1951-1953. Coach Bill Anderson
Brownwood Legendary football coach Bill Anderson passed peacefully from this life on February 20, 2013 at the age of 87. Billy Joe was born in Smith Springs, Texas in Erath County on July 20, 1925 to Madera Maude (Crunk) and Fred Anderson. His early years were shaped by life on a family farm during the Great Depression. His father worked to subsidize the farm at a feed mill in Stephenville, and, after his father bought the mill, the family moved into town where Billy Joe ("Blub") attended high school and played football. Joining countless other young kids from farms, small towns, and cities across America in the war effort, Blub enlisted as soon as he was eligible in 1943. The war ended before "Tex" was sent overseas, but those years in the Army Air Corps - training in West Virginia, Wisconsin, Florida, and finally California as a tail gunner on the B-29 - were some of his most memorable. After the war, Bill came home with his new wife to attend Tarleton Junior College. Offered a chance to play football at what was then George Pepperdine College in Los Angeles, Bill was happy to return to California and renew many of his war time friendships. In his first season, the fledging Pepperdine team, composed largely of ex-GI's, was named the 1947 National Small College Champions. After three seasons and his graduation in 1950, Bill brought his family back to Texas and began a coaching career that spanned more than half a century. Greatly loved and highly respected, Coach molded young lives with tenures at Stamford, Rising Star, South Taylor, Graham, Palestine, Riviera, and Hereford. In his eleven years as a high school head coach, he coached four district champions and three runner-up teams. People knew him as a superb educator, mentor, motivator, role model, and coach. He especially loved the people of Stamford and his beloved Bulldogs. Big Bill Anderson was a major force in Stamford's four state championships and multi playoff wins in the '50s and '60s. Colleges recruited him, and he coached at Abilene Christian, West Texas State, Cisco Junior College, Howard Payne, and Tarleton. At Howard Payne, he was blessed to be able to coach with his son, Bobby. Bill won numerous teaching and coaching awards, but the two that meant the most to him were the dedication of the Stamford football stadium as the Bill Anderson Stadium and his induction into the Texas High School Coaches Hall of Honor. While Bill loved football, nothing was more important to him than his family. Family gatherings at his place on the Colorado River near the Suspension Bridge at Regency were his greatest pleasure. Playing in the river and the waterfalls, walking together across the bridge, and canoeing trips are etched in our minds and hearts forever. He would always say, "Let's go make some memories!" We did...thanks Papaw. Bill is preceded in death by his son Charles (Chuck) Anderson, wife and mother of his children, Rosalie (Raino) Anderson, wife Peggy (Gamblin) Anderson, his sister Martha LaRue, brothers Robert Hicks and Arris, and his parents. Survivors include his wife Helen, as well as his daughter Kathleen Barnett and husband Jerry of Austin, son Bobby Anderson and wife Orinda of Bangs, daughter-in-law Terri Anderson of China Springs. His grandchildren include Chloe Barnett of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, Ryan Anderson of Cisco, Robert Anderson and Richard Anderson of Bangs, Lorianna Anderson of Austin, Charlcie and husband B.J. Eythe of China Springs, and Matthew Anderson of China Springs. Bill was especially proud to have known his great grandson, Jaxon Charles Eythe of China Springs. Bill's extended family includes his brother-in-law, Bobby Gamblin and wife Martha of Arlington, and his wife Helen's children, Larry Benningfield and Vicki Moraw. The funeral will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, February 25, 2013 at the St. John's United Methodist Church in Stamford with Eugene Weldon officiating. Burial will follow at the Highland Memorial Cemetery in Stamford under the direction of Tankersley Funeral Home of Stamford. The family will be receiving friends at the church on Monday from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Online condolences may be viewed at www.tankersleyfuneralhome.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 24, 2013
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Please keep the Weeks-Duncan families in your prayers. Johnnie Ruth was a 1943 graduate of Lawn Longhorns. Mrs. Johnnie Duncan Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 20, 2013
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Stay connected to Jim Ned CISD activities https://www.facebook.com/JimNedHS?ref=ts&fref=ts https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Ned-Elementary-Lawn-Campus/104741739623895 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Ned-CISD-Buffalo-Gap-Elementary/291093600914022 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jim-Ned-All-Sports-Booster-Club/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/JIM-NED-BAND/129966639020
Also, find out about phone and web apps.
The Jim Ned app for iPhone and Android went live this morning!
Receive push notifications about school events ranging from game scores to test date changes. Subscribe to as many feeds as you like and stay in the loop! In the App Store, download the School Connect (schConnect) app for free and then select Jim Ned CISD as your district. Dont' have an iPhone or Android phone?
Our web app is coming soon! With this addition, School Connect will not only be available on your Apple or Android phones, but you will be able to view it on any device (Windows, Blackberry, Kindle Fire and any other device that has the ability to browse the web). Visit http://www.schoolconnectservices.com/index.php?web-app to be notified when it's launched.
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Update: Visitation at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola, 12:00pm-1:45pm, Saturday, Feb. 16th. Graveside service will be following at the McBee Cemetery. Patsy was also a 1954 Lawn Longhorns graduate. Patsy Estelle Warford
Austin Patsy Estelle Warford, 76, passed away on Thursday February 7, 2013 in Austin. A graveside service is scheduled 2:00pm Saturday, February, 16, 2013, at McBee Cemetery. Directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12:00pm until 1:45pm Saturday. Pasty was born in Brown County to Howard Clay and Tennie Marie (Wilson) Rountree on May 23, 1936, the eldest of four "Rountree Girls". Both the Wilsons and Rountrees were long time Brown County residents. Patsy attended various schools around Brownwood before her family moved to Lawn in 1951. She met Charles Warford, and they became engaged while in high school. They were married in 1955, as college students of Howard Payne University. Patsy graduated from Howard Payne University in 1957 and moved back to Lawn. She began teaching in 1959 in Lawn, after the birth of her children Jeffory Loy on Christmas Day 1957, and Patti Jo on March 14, 1961. Patsy continued to teach next in Merkel, then at Abilene State School, and one year in Amarillo. The next twenty-seven years she taught at the Round Rock School District in the Special Education Department. Patsy had a strong belief that every child has potential, and she did everything she could to see that her students reached that potential. She retired in 1998 and spent the remaining years enjoying her grandchildren. Patsy is survived by her husband Charles of Austin, children Jeffory Warford of Miami, Florida, Patti Jo Cole and husband Jayson of Austin, grandchildren Audrey, Ben, Hannah, Natalie, William, and Sophia Cole all of Austin, Justin Michael Warford of Florida, sisters Coleta Reed of Abilene, Ann Hearn of Midland, and Kathleen Taylor of Granbury, numerous nephews and nieces, grand nephews and grand nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents. Patsy wanted to thank all of the people that have been a part of her life especially her ex-students and their parents. Various doctors have helped Patsy through difficult times which included: Drs. B. K. Morrison, George Williford Jr. and Thomas Blevins. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Round Rock Special Olympics C/O Jan Sartain, Jollyville Elementary 6720 Corpus Christi, Austin, Tx 78729 Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Phone 325-554-7404 / Fax 325-554-7405 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 15, 2013
Patsy E. Warford - Patsy E. Warford wife of Charles W. Warford, a retired school teacher from Round Rock ISD, died Thursday February 7, 2013. There will be a open house memorial on Tuesday February 12, 2013 from 5-8 at the Rattan Creek Community Center located at 7617 Elkhorn Mountain Trail. Published in Austin American-Statesman on February 12, 2013 Please keep Charles Warford and family in your prayers at this time. A tragic accident took the life of Patsy Warford, Thursday evening during a fire at their home in Williamson Co., TX. Patsy Rountree Warford was a Science teacher at Jim Ned in 1959-1960. Charles is a 1954 Lawn Longhorns graduate. There will not be a funeral service for Patsy...A Life Celebration will be conducted tomorrow, Feb. 12th, 5-8 pm. at the Rattan Creek Community Center, 7617 Elkhorn Mountain Trail, Jollyville, TX 78729. A seperate Life Celebration will be held in Tuscola on Saturday, Feb. 16th...more information to come. Charles shared his Lawn yearbooks (1947-1954) with me so I could scan them for the Preservation. We have been missing each other with our timing for the yearbooks to be returned to him. He lost his most precious wife and most everything in this fire. I will attend Patsy's life celebration tomorrow and will return these special memories to him. Please pray a prayer for comfort and peace. http://www.kxan.com/dpp/news/local/austin/woman-killed-in-jollyville-blaze-idd |
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Please keep the family of Bertie Mae Nancy Fleming. Her daughter is Linda (Fleming) Stottltmire, Class of 1964. The obit will be in Abilene reporter news on Fri. Visitation at Fry-Bartlett on Sat, Feb 2, 1:00 -2:00 and graveside services following at 3:00 @ Rogers Cemetary. She attended Rogers School and Lawn. Nancy Fleming
Lawn Bertie Mae (Nancy) Hancock Fleming, 96, passed away on Monday, January 28 at a long term care facility in Cedar Hill. A graveside service is scheduled for 3:00 pm Saturday, February 2, 2013 at Rogers Cemetery in Southern Taylor County, Directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation for family and friends will be held prior to the graveside service starting at 1:00 pm in the funeral home. Nancy Fleming was born on March 28, 1916 to Andrew and Sudie (Northington) Hancock at home in southern Taylor County. She attended school in Rogers. She married James Fleming on May 15, 1941 in Ardmore Ok. During World War II she worked in Grand Prairie as an instrument inspector for North American Aviation and later worked at Abilene State School. She was a member of the Tuscola Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter Linda Stottlemire and husband Tim of Maypearl, grandchildren, Sheri Miskimon and husband Rick, Jason Stottlmire and wife Jill, all of Maypearl, great-grandchildren R.J. and Elizabeth Miskimon, Cole and Marissa Stottlemire, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband James William Fleming (1976), seven sisters, and three brothers. The family will be meeting at the old Hawkins Homestead following the service. Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home 502 Kent Street Tuscola, TX 79562 Phone 325-554-7404 / Fax 325-554-7405 Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 1, 2013
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Please keep the Mayfield family in your prayers. Ravinell was the mother of Dave Mayfield ('66) and Christene Mayfield Funderburg ('62). Ravinell Mayfield
TUSCOLA Mary Ravinell Mayfield, 89, passed way Tuesday, January 17, 2013 at a local medical facility. A funeral service is scheduled for 11:00am, Monday, January 21, 2013 at the Tuscola Baptist Church, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday January 20, 2013 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at the funeral home. Ravinell was born on March 9, 1923 to Gorden and Pauline (Davis) Smith in Anson. She attended Anson schools, graduating from Anson High School. She married C. D. Mayfield, Jr. on March 22, 1941 in Anson. Ravinell held two things equally close to her heart, her relationship with the Lord and her family, A devout woman of God, it was a rare Sunday that you did not find her fellowshiping with what she considered her second family, the other congregants at her church, of which there where many. She devoted her life to her family, raising two children and in many ways her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She always offered a loving home, there was always a home cooked meal and all the love she could give no matter the hour. She filled each of one in her family with warmth, love and kindness that will endure and give us a lasting memory in each of the our hearts. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Abilene and a was a member of the Brownwood Primitive Baptist Church. Ravinell is survived by her son Dave Mayfield and wife Marilyn of Tuscola, daughter Christene Funderburg and husband Roland of Abilene, sisters Doris Neill of Irving, and Fay Burleson of San Angelo, grand children Andrea Bailey, Marcus Mayfield, Melissa Mayfield, and Sheri Thomason. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband C.D. Mayfield Jr. (1988), brothers C.G. and Clifford Smith, and sister Gardenia Pilley. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to her great grandson Christopher Crouse and his wife Lydia for the love and care they gave Ravinell for the past ten years. Words can never say how much it means to us Published in Abilene Reporter-News on January 20, 2013
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Please be in prayer for faculty members, Doug and Jane Taylor and family, for the passing of Doug's mother. Ovala Edna Benoist Taylor, 91, went Home on the morning train January 15, 2013. Visitation will be at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19, at Jim Ned Valley Church of Christ in Tuscola, with service to follow at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Winters. Known affectionately as MiMi or MawMaw, Edna was born on November 13, 1921, in Lampasas. She married Morris Harold Taylor on December 22, 1940. She lived and worked as a beautician in Abilene while Harold was in the Army. After living in Wilmer and Pampa, they moved to the Jim Ned area and settled in Ovalo in 1965. She worked for Sunshine Advertising as a secretary for about 32 years. During some of that time she helped her husband by making pies for Taylor's Cafe; in Lawn. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Betty Jane Price on March 19, 1979, and her husband, Morris Harold Taylor on June 30, 1991. Her survivors include one son, Doug Taylor and wife Jane of Oplin; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one step-grandchild; one great-great-grandchild; nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews, and countless friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jim Ned Valley Church of Christ Youth Fund, Box 536, Tuscola, TX 79562, or Hendrick Hospice Care, P.O. Box 1922, Abilene, TX 79604. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on January 17, 2013
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Please keep Veda's family in your prayers during this time. She was a 1943 graduate of Tuscola Tigers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News from December 22 to December 23, 2012
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Please keep the Griffin family in your prayers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on January 9, 2013
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Please be in prayer for the family of Anne Rogers. Her son Jody is a 1979 graduate and the location of "From the Heart" was the building the Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation received from the American Legion.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News from December 20 to December 21, 2012
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The class of 1962 recently held their 50th year reunion. More pictures of the reunion can be found in the "Photo Galleries" section in the 1960-1969 Gallery. Eloisa shared these photos with the alumni. Enjoy!! |
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Thank you to the alumni who have supported the JNVHP. The alumni and faculty yearbooks are being prepared and the first few sets should be ready between April and July 2013. The faculty yearbook will be the first completed and will also have the histories of each of the rural school systems that make up Jim Ned CISD. The following is our 2nd Volume of the Journey Newsletter. If you would like to have the Journey Newsletter emailed directly to you each quarter, please send a request to journey@jimnedvhp.org. |
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Please keep the Bradshaw family in your prayers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on November 23, 2012
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Please keep the family of David Reddell in your prayers. David was a 1949 graduate of South Taylor Flying Tigers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on December 5, 2012
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Please keep the Tatum family in your prayers. Milton was a 1952 graduate of South Taylor Flying Tigers. James Milton Tatum
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on December 3, 2012
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Be in prayer for the Edwards family during this time of loss.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on November 13, 2012
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Oh Happy Day!! Debbie Dacus Stewart is the proud "Nana" of her first grandbaby, Oakley Gene Stewart, born 19 Oct. 2012, 11:19 p.m., 6 lbs 12 oz, 19 inches. Rejoice with Debbie ('84) and her husband Devin "Papa" as first grandparents of their new arrival.
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Please be in prayer for the Stonebarger, Hirtzel and Black families during this time of loss. Leah was the daughter of Jo Ann Black Hirtzel, class of 1966 and the granddaughter of long-time Jim Ned CISD Elementary Principal at Lawn, George Truett Black.
Leah Jan Hirtzel Stonebarger Published in Abilene Reporter-News on October 10, 2012
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Jim Ned Class of 1961 class ring FOUND!! By my research the below mentioned class ring should belong to Lynda Roye Kendrick. If you know how I may get in contact with her, please let me know or have her or a family member of hers get in touch with me or the Kate Barbee listed below. I will continue research to try and contact a family member from this area. Thanks, your an awesome Alumni group!!
Ms. Barbee,
Thank you so much for your message regarding the class ring of 1961 for Jim Ned. I believe it may belong to Lynda Roye Kendrick. She was with the class of 1961 as a Junior and I believe she ended up graduating with the class of 1960 according to some newspaper clippings. I will get in contact with some of her old classmates to see if they know how to get in touch with her.
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Tracy L. WinegeartWe will be having Jason's memorial service on Saturday October 6th at 1:00pm at the First Baptist Church in Buffalo Gap. I would like to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers. God bless.Please keep the Winegeart family in your prayers. Jason was a 2010 graduate and his father Tracy graduated in 1986. Taylor County man dies from injuries in two-vehicle crash Monday nightStaff Reports
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
A Tuscola man died late Monday night from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash north of Bradshaw on U.S. Highway 83 in Taylor County. Jason Earl Winegeart, 20, was pronounced dead at Hendrick Medical Center at 9:47 p.m., just over an hour after the accident. Injured were Angela Marie Anderson, 40, of Winters and Randy Jacob Burnsed, 21 of Ovalo. Both were taken to Hendrick. According to the Department of Public Safety, Winegeart was driving a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta northbound on U.S. 83 in southwest Taylor County. Anderson was driving a 2007 GMC Yukon southbound on the highway. DPS reported Winegeart's vehicle drifted into the southbound lane and struck the Yukon near the highway intersection with County Road 205 about 8:40 p.m. Andersons sustained a broken ankle while Burnsed had minor abrasions. Both were wearing a seat belt. DPS reported Winegeart was not wearing a seat belt. Road conditions were dry and weather clear. Trooper Jarrod Hubbard is investigating.
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Keep the Fulfer family in your prayers please. Ricky attended the class of 1985 when he was in 7th grade and Randy and Dean attended the class of 1989 when they were in the 3rd grade. Please pray for our Alumni as they mourn the loss of their father.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on October 2, 2012
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Please keep the Standard family in your prayers. Jeanne is in the class of 1961 and Dorothy was her mother.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 30, 2012
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Please keep Ralph's family in your prayers. 1945 Alumni of Lawn Longhorns.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 24, 2012
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Please keep Frankie's family in your prayers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 25, 2012
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Please keep Ginger's family in your prayers.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on September 11, 2012
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Tough Homecoming Loss for Jim Ned vs. Forsan. The score was 21-25. District games begin September 28th with Eastland, in Eastland at 7:30. Stay up with the JN football season at: http://schools.jimned.esc14.net/default.aspx?name=jnhs.varsityfootball |
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Homecoming 2012 September 21, 2012 Parade - 3 P.M. Game - 7:30 vs Forsan
Jim Ned Homecoming September 21st 2012!! Parade theme: HUNTING DOWN A VICTORY! Come help us hunt down the Forsan Buffaloes. Be thinking of those float ideas!!! Entry Form Information Below! |
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Alumni Military Serviceman request for assistance: Rafael was in the Army in Georgia and has moved his family to the Lawn area while they look for a home in the Jim Ned CISD area. If you can help or know someone that can, Rafael can be reached through facebook...see below. Thank you! I am now in search of a owner finance homes or renting but, strongly would prefer the owner finance home. The loan department does not consider my army pay due to the fact I will not have it after the new year. I will have a steady flow of income with my Gi Bill..I am reaching out to those of you in the Jim Ned area that may know of some one that may be doing the owner finance or renting...Thanks in advance
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Please keep Iona's family in your prayers. Her classmates were the South Taylor class of 1957, the last class for South Taylor Flying Tigers before the Jim Ned Consolidation.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on August 30, 2012
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Keep the Helser family in your prayers for the passing of Tina's ('86) mother.
Published in Abilene Reporter-News on August 30, 2012
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Be in prayer for the Henry and Glasgow famililes during this time.
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Please pray for the Zimmerle family.
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Keep the Phariss family in your prayers.
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Please keep the Selvidge family in your prayers.
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Please keep the Turner family in your prayers. |
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Class of 92 classmates are getting together 8/4/2012 (TODAY) for dinner at 6:00 pm at Abuelos in Abilene, TX. I am sure others classes are welcome. |
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Remember the Frymire and Meise families in your prayers. Rose is an alumni of the South Taylor Flying Tigers.
Published in Odessa American from July 17 to July 18, 2012
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Keep the Lusk family in your prayers.
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Please keep the family of David Cheatheam class of '91 in your prayers. David Cheatheam, 39, Grand Junction, died July 5, 2012, at his home. Services will be at 4:30 p.m. Monday at Callahan-Edfast Mortuary. Mr. Cheatheam was a senior district manager for bit service at Halliburton. Survivors include one son, Garrison of San Angelo, Texas; his parents, Mike and Jean of Vancouver, Wash.; and one brother, Justin of Los Angeles. Memorial contributions to The Salvation Army, 1235 N. Fourth St., Grand Junction 81501. A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date in the Buffalo Gap area (August- September time frame). Jim Ned Graduate Class of 1991. |
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Please keep Sherry Hefley Gilmore ('68) in your prayers during this time of loss. Her mother, Dorothy Hefley, passed away June 25, 2012. Dorothy Hefley Lawn Monday, June 25, 2012, Dorothy Hefley, 87, went to be with her soulmate, Doyle, to walk hand in hand through eternity as they did here. He preceded her in death in 2010. She was born 10/30/1924 in Tuledo, Texas, youngest child of James Wesley and Elizabeth Stansbury Mullins. She graduated from Brady High School during World War II and started to work for the Santa Fe Railroad as the first female train telegrapher in central Texas. She worked many years during that time 7 days a week. She worked in several surrounding towns, finally coming to work at Lawn where she met Doyle after he came home from 3 years of fierce fighting in the Pacific Theatre. She often told how she could "feel" when he walked into the store or cafe where she was sitting. They married in 1949. The 50's drought forced them to leave his beloved Lawn where he farmed. He went to work for the railroad until they moved back to Lawn in 1958. He worked then for over 30 years for Taylor County and she worked as well as Lawn city secretary, secretary for Walker Well Service and then the Jim Ned School where she retired. They have one daughter, Sherry Havins Gilmore of Lawn, three grandsons, Clint Dee and Adriana Havins from San Angelo, Clinton and Melanie Gilmore from Alamogordo, New Mexico, and Clayton Gilmore of Cross Plains. She was the last of her generation in the family, but leaves a positive strength of character as a legacy to her nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:30 to 8:00 at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola and graveside service will be Thursday at 10:00 at Dewey Cemetery 3 miles south of Lawn. The family wishes to thank the staff at The Oaks at Radford Hills Skilled Nursing Facility and Hendrick Hospice Care. Sherry Gilmore...Thank you all soooo much for being there for me. We will have visitation Wednesday 5:30 - 8:00 at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola and the graveside will be 10 am on Thursday at Dewey cemetery 3 miles south of Lawn. I asked them a few years ago when we were at the cemetry if they wanted services and they said, "no, graveside is just fine as all our friends are out here". Please know that I love you and thank you for your being there for me. I just couldn't make it without knowing you are there! I hope to see all of you at happy times to come. |
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REUNION...Classmates from 1953 are meeting at the Elegante Suites in Abilene from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. on June 20, 2012 in the Acapulco Room. Shirley Pearce Tatum and Barbara Edwards Wallgren are co-chairing this event. |
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From Barry Moffitt class of 1980: How about some good news! My daughter and I wrote "Boy's Night Out" and I recorded it. This song has gotten radio air play, but just got picked up by an International Syndicate and is being played on over 400 stations across the US, Canada and worldwide. My Facebook fan page is: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Barry-Moffitt-Music/127279874035382 My songs are at: http://www.broadjam.com/artists/home.php?artistID=82553 |
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Keep the Yown family in your prayers as Robin lost her father earlier in this month of May. She was in the class of '83. Sorry I missed posting this earlier.
Robert O. Yown Published in Abilene Reporter-News from May 23 to May 24, 2012
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Please keep the O'Shields family in your prayers. Gary Loyd O'Shields Published in Abilene Reporter-News on May 28, 2012
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Keep the Ford family in your prayers. I really loved this lady, she had a real special heart!! Winnie Lucille Monroe Ford Published in Abilene Reporter-News on May 27, 2012
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Please pray for the Edwards family during this time of loss. Willie Edwards
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I know I have missed several others who have had family members pass away over the past month or so. I feel sad that I have not been able to post lately for I have been recovering from neck and back procedures. I hope to keep everyone informed as much as possible regarding our alumni and their families. Please pray for the Shea family during this time of loss. Patsy Ruth Shea |
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Please pray for the family of Lawn alumni class of 1947, Gene Willis. Carrol Gene Willis
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Calling all Heritage Preservation members and other volunteers!! Besides taking down the old paneling from the walls, grounds work, and general cleaning, we will be preparing the property for viewing during our annual membership celebration/meeting on 26 April, and starting the setup for the Rummage sale/Silent Auction/Book signing on 27April.
Let's get this Spring going with some Spring cleaning at the Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation! **Third Annual JNVHP Membership Party**
Video Presentation: Jim Ned, Delaware Indian Chief/Captain, Kansas Infantry and His Heritage Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012 Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Place: First Baptist Church Tuscola Family Life Center Located on Kent Cost: $10.00 for Non-Members – Free with Paid Membership Tickets go on sale March 26th at Lawn City Hall, Ovalo Post Office, Tuscola City Hall, Buffalo Gap Store & Ranch House Café, and BG Historic Village. RSVP: 866-354-6633 or 325-554-7420 by 4/24/2012 Debbie Stewart has some exciting news to share about the life of Jim Ned, the Delaware Indian, and his descendants. Make time to join the Preservation and RSVP for the membership celebration or purchase your ticket as a non-member before April 24, 2012. There is a limited supply of tickets for non-members and they can be purchased at several locations around the Jim Ned Valley. Menu is Chicken or Beef Fajitas Dinner and fixin's catered by Cathee Terry with Lone Star Cookin & Catering. Come Join Us!!!
JNVHP will hold a fundraiser rummage sale and silent auction to assist with the remodeling of the Preservation building. Some items in the silent auction: Art by Pamela Gilbreth Watkins; Wood Art by Charles Warford; Soft Rifle Case by INSURICA, to name a few. If you or your company would like to donate to the rummage sale or silent auction, please call (866) 354-6633 or (325) 554-7420 or contact one of the advisory board members by April 24th. Consider donating items to the JNVHP Rummage Sale and Silent Auction and then come enjoy the shopping on Friday, April 27, 2012 from 1:30-6:30. Please pass this information along to all community members / businesses (all areas, Jim Ned Valley, Abilene, Winters, Ballinger, etc.) about donating store items, gift certificates, craft items, theme baskets, creative cakes or other goodies, etc. for our silent auction. See ya there!!! Book Signing 3-6 pm April 27th: Gerald E. Cumby’s roots run deep in the Jim Ned Valley. His mother and father and his family grew up in the Jim Ned/Rogers Community about 6 plus miles east of Ovalo.
Forward: Today there are times we need bridges in our lives to help us 'cross over'. God knew this from the beginning and offered His Son as the Bridge to life everlasting. Let me very loosely paraphrase verses from the fourteenth chapter of John. "Jesus told his disciples 'don’t worry about how you get from here to there. I am the bridge that will take you across. Trust me for My Father chose me as the bridge to get you to a special place on the other side. I am going over there soon to be sure that it is ready for you. When it's your time to cross, I will come back and lead you across my bridge so we can be on the other side together. Those of you who think there are other crossings need to know this truth…."I am the only bridge that takes you to the Father. No one can get to Him unless you cross with me on my bridge". The Cumby men were the kind of leaders that every owner desires on his dream-team. I was blessed because years ago my dad chose Jay Cumby and his sons, and together we all became Bridge Builders. Any person who has driven across Texas has surely crossed bridges that one member of their family helped build. The Cumby name will always remain a part of bridge building in Texas. Bob Bailey, Retired Highway Bridge Contractor, Bailey Bridge Company Gerald Cumby's book, The Bridge Builder, is available on Amazon.com. Take time to read some excerpt on Amazon.com and come out to support one of Jim Ned’s very own authors. |
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April 24, 2012 it was announced that Kelsey Tutt, daughter of Kevin ('85) and Marci Middleton ('86) Tutt, is the first recipient of the White-McIntyre Preservation Scholarship for Academics presented by Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation. The White-McIntyre scholarship was established in honor of Marceille White McIntyre for her many years of dedication to community preservation. Marceille is a 1945 graduate of the Tuscola Tigers. |
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Please keep the Mitcham and related families in your prayers at this time. Larry was a 1970 graduate of Jim Ned. Larry Dale Mitcham
San Angelo Larry Dale Mitcham, 60, of San Angelo passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at his residence after a brief illness. Larry was born June 12, 1951 in Abilene, Texas to Charlie and Betty Jean (Stevens) Mitcham, growing up in the Jim Ned Valley area. He graduated from Jim Ned High School in Tuscola in 1970. While in school, he was football hero in 65-66, class favorite his sophomore year, Who's Who and in 69-70 was football hero, all-district,all-area and all-state. Larry was well liked by many, possessing a ready smile, an affable disposition and a ready wit which brought smiles to many faces. He was well respected, being a paragon of good manners himself. He will be greatly missed by a lot of folks. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 9,2012 at Johnson's Funeral Home from 6 to 8 pm for family and friends. Visitation will be held in Tuscola at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home from 10 to 11AM on Saturday the 10th with a graveside service to follow at 11:30 at the Tuscola Cemetery officiated by Rev Jack Stevens of Clyde. Prior to moving to San Angelo he lived in Sterling City for 18 years. Larry was currently employed with Walmart for over 10 years. Some of his favorite times were spent playing bingo and dominoes with his friends, co-workers and family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty and his sister, Sandra Tennison and a very special friend, Paula Radde. Larry is survived and deeply loved by his son, Patrick Mitcham and wife, Brittany and their son, Jacob of San Angelo, son, Larry Mitcham II and son, Tristan of Lubbock; aunts, Margie Ladner and husband, Don of Ovalo, Joy Booth and husband, Clyde of Lawn and Sue Vaughn of Abilene; uncle Jack Stevens and wife, Linda of Clyde along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, friends and co-workers. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetics Association or charity of choice An online guest and register book may be viewed at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com for condolences and viewing obituary. Johnson's Funeral Home 435 W. Beauregard San Angelo, TX 76903 Phone: (325)655-3113 Fax: (325)658-6379 www.johnsons-funeral home.com Published in Abilene Reporter-News on March 9, 2012
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Please keep the McMillon family and relatives in your prayers during this time of loss. Dub was a 1942 graduate of Bradshaw. Dub McMillon
Ballinger Dub McMillon, 86, of Ballinger died early Saturday morning, March 3, 2012 at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene. He was born May 22, 1925 in Guion, TX to James Luther and Tennie (Haynie) McMillon. He attended college at Hardin-Simmons in Abilene before serving with the US Navy during WW II. He married Lanora Jo Young on January 20, 1948 in Abilene. She preceded him in death on September 18, 2006. Dub farmed and ranched all his life and sold insurance on the side. He worked for Farm Bureau for many years, and was the Agency Manager for Runnels County Farm Bureau retiring after 16 years so he could spend more time with the love s of his life, his family and farming/ranching. Survivors include his daughter, Mary McMillon and two sons, James McMillon and wife, Sarah and Larry McMillon and wife, Suzanne all of Abilene; four grandchildren, Shellie McMillon of Arlington, Alison McMillon of Dallas, Nick and Reyna McMillon of Abilene and Kristi and Webb Murphy also of Abilene. Five great grandchildren, Maddie McMillon, Wyatt McMillon, Doak McMillon, Carson Murphy and Mason Murphy also survive. A visitation time for friends and family will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 6th at Lange Funeral Home. There will be a service of celebration at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Ballinger with Rev. Ferris Akins and Bro. Bobby Broyles officiating. Burial will follow at 3:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Memorial Park Cemetery in Abilene. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Ballinger Carnegie Library Arrangements were with Lange Funeral Home of Ballinger. Guests may register online at ballingerfuneralhome.com. |
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If you have a HS Senior or know of someone in the Jim Ned CISD that is a senior, then please pass along the following information. Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation is offering a scholarship award to JN HS Senior's. The White-McIntyre Preservation Scholarship for Academics in the amount of a no less than $250.00. Applications are available at the counselor's office from March 5th-April 17th and completed application's should be returned to the counselor's office at the close of school day April 17th. Award winner will be announced April 24th and invited to attend the JNVHP Annual Membership Party, April 26th 6-8, at the First Baptist Church Tuscola Family Life Center Located on Kent St in Tuscola behind the Preservation building.
During the membership party there will be a Video Presentation of Jim Ned, Delaware Indian Chief/Captain, Kansas Infantry and His Heritage. JNVHP has been in contact with relatives of Jim Ned and will present findings of his descendants. Tickets will go on sale March 26th for all non-members who would like to attend the event in the amount of $10.00. Tickets will be sold at Lawn City Hall, Ovalo Post Office, Tuscola City Hall, Buffalo Gap Store & Ranch House Cafe, and Buffalo Gap Historic Village.
If you would like the JNVHP Newsletter emailed to you, please send an email request to Debbie@jimnedvhp.org. This newsletter has some details about Jim Ned and a few pictures of some of his relatives as well as an upcoming book signing opportunity regarding the book "The Bridge Builder", by alumni author Gerald E. Cumby. |
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Update: The Indians lost in a hard fought game with the score JN 49 - Idalou 52.
The Indians play tonight-Friday at 7:30 at the Midland College Chapparel Center against Childress in the Regional Semi-Finals.
Good effort by the Lady Indians as they were defeated by Brock in the State Semi-Finals: Jim Ned 37 - Brock 41. Hard loss, but very successful season!! We are proud of the Lady Indians!! |
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Please keep the family of Krystal Laramore in your prayers. She was the sister of John Brock '92. Krystal Lynn |
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The Indians are playing in the Basketball Regional Quarterfinals against Wall Tuesday night in Coleman at 7:00!!!!!
The Lady Indians will play Friday at 8:30 a.m. in the Basketball State Semi-Finals against Brock at the Frank Erwin Center, Austin, Texas. Schedule for Lady's State Playoffs - Frank Erwin Center, Austin, TX
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Jim Ned Indians play Blanco Friday at 6:30 in Brady ~~ Lady Indians play Tulia Friday at 6:00 at Midland College ~~ Good Luck to both teams!!!!! |
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Please pray for the family and friends of David Burleson. David Glenn Burleson
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Please pray for the Mabes family during this time of loss. A grandson of Lisa Hudek Mabes ('82) passed away this week. Kristopher Michael Mabes
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Aaron Howard Update Aaron is now in the maintenance phase of his leukemia treatment and, barring something unforeseen, only has to go to Cooks every three months now for treatment. This phase will last for two years, so hopefully by the end of 2013 or beginning of 2014, he will be finished with all of his treatment. His oncology doctor cleared him to return to school and he started back on Monday, January 30, 2012. The Howard family would like to thank everyone for all the prayers, support, and generosity that came our way over the last eight months. It is incredibly humbling and encouraging to know that there are so many people out there rooting for Aaron's complete recovery. There is rarely, if ever, a day that goes by that someone does not ask us about Aaron. May God richly bless each and every one of you who helped to ease the difficult path that Aaron and his family have walked upon since his diagnosis in May 2011. As our financial picture has greatly improved since Aaron's health is better, we respectfully ask that financial donations to the Aaron Howard Medical Fund be directed instead to those causes or families who are in much greater need. Of course we always welcome prayer and encouragement on behalf of Aaron. God Bless You- Lee, Kim ('86), Samuel, and Aaron Howard
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Please keep the Vasquez family in your prayers during this time of loss. Several grandchildren of Mr. Vasquez are Jim Ned graduates. Manuel M. Vasquez |
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Please keep the Wright and Aldridge families in your prayers at this time of loss. Marjorie Fay Wright |
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Update 1/20: Memorial Service will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 21, 2012, at Saint Paul United Methodist Church Update 1/14: Memorial Service has been postponed to a later date and I will send that information along as I receive it. Continue to keep Carol and the family in your prayers. Please keep Carol Hughes and family in your prayers for the loss of her husband. Milford LeVene Hughes
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Please keep the family of Billy Jack Cunningham in your prayers. He attended the Tuscola and South Taylor Schools. Billy Jack Cunningham, 76, died Saturday, January 14, 2012, at Baylor Hospital in downtown Fort Worth, Texas. He was born January 26, 1935 in Tuscola, Texas, the son of Bill and Eva Cunningham.
As a young man he went to work for Exxon service stations in Abilene. He played drums with a small band, playing the NCO clubs and Country clubs around the Abilene area. In later years Billy Jack worked for Gooch Packing plant as a driver before a back injury caused him to retire. He lived in Aspermont, Texas for a number of years after retiring and later moved to Boyd, Texas. He was a member of the Methodist Church at Tuscola. Older folks may remember Billy as a red-headed, freckle-faced kid on a red bicycle with his dog in a side car and a big pet Racoon riding on the handlebars. Billy is survived by his son, Dana Cunningham of Arlington, Texas; daughter, Debra Cunningham of the Metro-Plex area; grandson, Orlando Aguirre of Abilene; sister, Merleta Hon of Boyd, Texas; nephew, Charles Day of Tatum, New Mexico; and niece, Carol Waldrop of Boyd, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 16, in Tuscola Cemetery directed by The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday at the funeral home prior to leaving for the graveside service in Tuscola. Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. |
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Please keep the family of Laura Middleton in your prayers. She is relative of several of our Alumni. Laura Middleton
Abilene Laura went into the open arms of the Lord and her loving husband, Cecil, on Thursday morning, January 12, 2012. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 16, 2012, at Pioneer Drive Baptist Church with Reverend Stan Allcorn officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park, directed by Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory. The family will receive friends at a visitation 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Laura was born November 11, 1931 to Willie Hansmann and Elizabeth (Rahe) Hansmann in New Braunfels, Texas. She married Cecil H. Middleton on October 9, 1948. Laura was a member of Pioneer Drive Baptist Church. She loved her family and she was greatly loved by them. Laura had a compassionate heart and would sacrifice herself, time and resources to help meet the needs of others. She was a sincere, genuine, smart, loving Christian wife. Laura was a great mother, outstanding grandmother, super great-grandmother, and a close sister. She loved the Lord and always prayed for her family and friends. Laura always made others around her happy. She had a good sense of humor, and always liked to make other people laugh. Laura was an animal lover and will be missed by her pets, Baby and Star. Laura was a homemaker and was always there for her kids. She and her husband, Cecil, were long time small business owners in Abilene. Laura had worked for the Abilene Independent School District for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Survivors include a son, Russell Middleton and wife, Renata, of Alexandria, Virginia; three daughters, Rhonda Doan and husband, Randy, of Ovalo, Texas, Roxanne Rose and husband, Eddie, of San Angelo, Texas, and Rhene Davidson and husband, David, of Abilene; two brothers, Alex Hansmann of San Antonio, Texas and Nolan Hansmann of New Braunfels, Texas; three sisters, Darlene Rothe and Melba Weyel, both of New Braunfels, and Peggy Pape of Driftwood, Texas; grandchildren, Rachelle Grun, Ryan Doan, Justin Rose, Jordan Rose, Jared Davidson, Jaclyn Davidson, Julia Middleton, and Jonathan Middleton; great-grandchildren, Lauren Hutcherson, Callie Hutcherson, Dakota Hartness, Kaylee Hartness, and Jaxon Doan; and her pets, Baby and Star. Memorials can be made to Rescue the Animals, 5933 South 1st, Abilene, Texas 79605. You may view and sign the guestbook at www.elliotthamilfuneralhome.com. |
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Please keep the family of Bryan Clark in your prayers. He and his family lived between Tuscola and Buffalo Gap. He graduated from Tuscola High School in 1943. He was very active in basketball in high school. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Grady Clark of Tuscola where all attended Tuscola Methodist Church. A brother and sister as well as his parents preceeded him in death. Bryan Leland Clark was born February 14, 1926, and died January 6, 2012. Bryan was a proud Texan and a graduate of Texas Tech University. He served in the United States Marine Corps 1944-1946 and was present when the iconic flag was raised over Iwo Jima. He worked for many years at the National Automobile Theft Bureau (NATB) and was appointed a Special Texas Ranger. Bryan was an active volunteer for many years at Methodist Hospital of Dallas, serving as President of the Auxiliary. He is survived by his beloved wife Reba, his cousin Sharon Nelson and her husband Michael, and special friends Lynda and James Cagle. He was a loving uncle to Tom and Julie Clark. Donations in memory of Bryan may be made to Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, Dallas, where he was a faithful member for many years. A service celebrating Bryan's life will take place at Oak Lawn United Methodist Church Saturday, January 14 at 10:00 a.m.
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Please keep Peggy Hudson Oakley ('68) and family in your prayers during this time of loss. Garry Lewis Oakley |
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Please pray for the Kelton family during this time of loss. Jack attended Ovalo High School in the '40's and went into the Navy at age 17. Jack Rayburn Kelton |
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Please pray for Eva ('86) and her family during the loss of her mother. Ozella Marlene (Miller) Fish
Tuscola Ozella Marlene (Miller) Fish, 77, passed from this life and into the Light on December 7, 2011. A service is scheduled for 2:00 pm Monday December 12, 2011 at the Tuscola United Methodist Church with Michael Berry officiating. A private burial in the Tuscola cemetery will follow the service. A visitation will be held on Sunday evening December 11, 2011 from 5 to 7:00 at Fry~Bartlett funeral home, Tuscola Ozella was born on July 13, 1934 to Henry J. and Ruby Miller. She was a resident of Tuscola, TX for the majority of her life, taking joy in her marriage of 44 years to the late Charles Raymond Fish. Wife, mother, sister, and friend, she is best remembered by her service to others. Ozella and Raymond were the caretakers for over 40 foster children from 1968 - 1978. She is survived by her daughter, Eva, two grandchildren, and the best friend in the world. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. |
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Please pray for the Stephens and Pierson families. Maxine attended the Buffalo Gap school in her primary years. Maxine Stephens Pierson
Tuscola Maxine Stephens Pierson, 93, passed away Tuesday November 15, 2011, at her home in Tuscola. Service will be held at 2:00pm, Friday November 18, 2011 at the Tuscola Church of Christ, officiated by E.J. Chafin. Burial will follow in the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry ~ Bartlett Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00pm Thursday evening November 17, 2011 at the funeral home. Maxine was born in Choctaw County, Oklahoma on September 25, 1918 to Walter and Gladys Stephens. She graduated from Wylie High School in1937. Maxine married Richard Pierson December 18, 1940. They resided in Tuscola where she was a homemaker and raised three daughters. She was a member of the Tuscola Church of Christ and a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 664. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Richard, a son Stephen Pierson, grandsons Ronnie Waggoner and Adam Swaim, sister Inez Pierson and brother Whizzer Stephens. Survivors include her three daughters, Nancy Storie of Abilene, Kathy Swaim and husband David of Tuscola, and Tommy Ann Waggoner and husband Gerald of Tuscola, six grandchildren Terry Swaim, Gary Ashwander, Bonnie Coxe, Shirley Hay, Richy Waggoner and Betty Swaim; eleven great-grandchildren, Stephanie Swaim, Tiffany Coxe, Meredith Cook, Allison Swaim, Wesley Paul, Kenan Waggoner, Lane Coxe, Aiden Waggoner, David, Leah and Sadie Barham. She is also survived by two sisters, Cora Lee Ross and Peggy Yown, brothers Tuck, Bud and Red Stephens, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. Memorials may be made to the Adam Swaim Memorial Scholarship fund c/o First State Bank, 441 Graham Street, Tuscola, TX 79562, Hendrick Hospice, 1682 Hickory Abilene, TX 79601 or the Tuscola Cemetery Association, 502 Kent Ave, Tuscola, Texas 79562 The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Hendrick Hospice for the care, kindness and love they showed our mother. |
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Please pray for the Reid family during this time of loss. Clyde was a 1945 graduate of Bradshaw H.S. Clyde W. Reid
Winters Clyde W. Reid, 83, of Winters, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2011, at North Runnels Hospital in Winters. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 6, at 2:00 p.m. at the Bradshaw Baptist Church in Bradshaw, with burial in Bradshaw Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Brother Ed Bigham will officiate. Clyde was born on February 11, 1928 in Taylor County to Ernest and Minnie Shaffer Reid. He served in the army during World War II. He was a farmer for 35 years and then served as bus driver for the schools for 15 years. He married Ada Green in 1947 in Abilene, and they lived for over 64 years in South Taylor County. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, and is survived by his wife of 64 years, two sons, Clifford Reid of Tuscola, and Howard Reid of Winters, and one daughter, Brenda Schrader & husband Myron of Winters. Clyde is also survived by one brother, Verlon Reid of Abilene and wife, Doris, four sisters, Josie Hicks of Abilene, Ethel Grun and husband Russell of Moro, Ellen Walters and husband Cal of Moro, Leola Allmand and husband J. W. of Ovalo; two grandsons, Terry Day and wife Sammie of Ballinger, and Myron Lynn Schrader of Winters, one granddaughter, Marcie Lemelen & husband Tim of Ellsworth, Maine, and five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice . |
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Please keep the Faulkner family in your prayers. Mildred Sue Faulkner |
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Please be in prayer for the Chrz family during this time of loss. David Joseph Chrz
Abilene David Joseph Chrz left this life for the next on Friday, October 28, 2011 suddenly and from natural causes. He was 64 years old. Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Buffalo Gap on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 2:00p.m. officiated by Richard Petree. Burial will be in the Tuscola Cemetery directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home. Visitation will be Monday, October 31, 2001 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Tuscola. David was born July 15, 1947 in Austin, Minnesota to Joe and Jean Chrz. He spent his early life in Austin, MN. attending Pacelli HS and then St. Mary's College in Winona, MN. He dearly loved hunting and fishing in and around the beautiful lakes of Minnesota with his dad, grandpa and uncle. He worked in research and development at the Hormel Institute. David moved to Texas in 1969 while serving in the United States Air Force as a weather observer for the flight crews. He met his wife Jacquie in 1971 and they were married for 30 years. David and Jacquie had 3 children, Kelley Ann, Joe and Stephanie. They built a new home in Cedar Gap during Stephanie's HS years and enjoyed watching the kids' sports at Jim Ned. In 1988 they were "home" to Daniel Kollberg, a Swedish exchange student that quickly became part of the family and has since returned to visit Texas many times. After leaving the Air Force he enjoyed working at Bible Hardware selling guns to customers that became lifelong friends. David worked for the last 27 years at United Oil and Grease. He was dependable and hard working and truly enjoyed his work travels and visiting with customers throughout the Big Country. Those customers became some of his very best friends and several have joined him on fishing trips to Minnesota and deer hunting here at home. David had a passion for hunting and fishing... from the early years of duck hunting in his youth to his most recent deer camps in Oplin & Swenson. He loved researching guns and reloading his own shells for shooting trap and rifle. This last year he enjoyed spending time shooting at the Abilene Gun Club with grandson Alan and son-in-law Tim. He dedicated many hours of his life to his grandsons- reading in his lap, playing games and "just talking" to them. He always had a story or a life lesson and we were a captive audience. His friends and family were an important part of his life and he equally enjoyed both ends of a practical joke! He recently told us that he was having the time of his life and that he was doing exactly what he had always wanted. David was preceded in death by his father Joe Chrz, infant daughter Kelley Ann Chrz, ten year old son Joe Chrz, grandson Wade Knox and son-in-law Greg Knox. Survivors include his wife Jacquie of Abilene, his mother Jean Heise and two sisters Marj Torgerson and Cyd Oswald, all of Minnesota. His daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Tim Gallagher of Tuscola, and lastly the grandsons Alan and Adam Knox - the "supreme joys of his life"... Pallbears are some of his great friends: Del Jones, Eddy Allyn, Mark Reeder, Mike Forrester, Cody Forrester, Don Landers, Larry Scott and Tom Carson. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made in David's name to the Tuscola Cemetery Association or the Abilene Gun Club where he had recently begun working on building up the 4H Youth Shooting Sports with his grandson Alan. |
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Please keep the Frymire family in your prayers. Joy was a 1944 graduate of Ovalo Eagles. Joy Simmons Frymire
Abilene Joy Simmons Frymire, 83, passed away at a local nursing facility Saturday, September 10, 2011. A graveside service is scheduled for 12:00pm Wednesday September 14, 2011 at the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry ~ Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation for family and friends will be Wednesday morning September 14, 2011 starting at 10:30am at the funeral home. Joy was born on October 14, 1927 to Allen and Willie (Rogers) Simmons in Abilene. She grew up in south Taylor County in the Tuscola area where her father was a farmer and truck driver. After graduating from Ovalo High School in 1944, she attended business college in Abilene, taking banking courses. Joy worked for over forty years as a bookkeeper in Texas and banking business in Illinois at the Security Bank and Trust, retiring as head teller. She was a member of the Ovalo Ex's. Joy loved to volunteer at Abilene Regional Medical Center. She had a passion for people and their stories. She was also well known for her great sense of humor and her ability to make people laugh. Joy was an avid reader, and story teller. She was a member of Tuscola Baptist Church. Joy is survived by her son James Reece and wife Carol of Lakeland, Florida, daughter Patsy Krajewski and husband Mitch of Novato, California, three sisters Barbara Preglar and Nancy Riggens of Abilene, Marie Nabors of Deleon, two brothers, Richard Bains and Randall Bains of Carthage, step sister Bonnie Pedigo of Midland, four grand children, five great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents and an infant daughter Jamie Lynn Reece. Three step brothers, Donald, David, and Charles Bains, and a step sister, Ruby (Bains) Davidson also preceded her in death. |
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My hero passed away September 30, 2011. Weldon Doyle Dacus. Please keep my family in your prayers. The funeral will probably be Wed. afternoon at Lawn Baptist Church and burial will be in Rogers cemetery.
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JUST WANTED TO LET EVERYONE WHO KNEW MY DAD, CHARLIE PERRY, THAT HE PASSED AWAY ON SEPT 3, 2011, HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY OUR FAMILY HE WAS A GREAT MAN ~ Susan Perry McNeil |
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Please pray for the family of Nate Hooper, class of 2002. Nathan D. "Nate" Hooper |
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Be praying for the Phariss family during this time of loss. Daniel Webb Phariss |
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Please keep Katri's family in your prayers. She was a member of the class of '77 as well as a part of the Jim Ned Faculity. Katri Elaine Sharp Chmielewski
Tuscola Katri Elaine Sharp Chmielewski of Tuscola passed away at home on Thursday, October 13, 2011, after a 9 ½ year battle with breast cancer. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at the Tuscola United Methodist Church with Reverends Michael Berry and Jack Stephens officiating. Services are under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman, Texas. Katri was born on September 29, 1958 in Seattle, Washington. She was the daughter of the late Leonard and Barbara Sharp. Katri was a graduate of Jim Ned High School, class of 1977. On May 23, 1981 she married Joseph Andrew Chmielewski of Orlando, Florida. Katri served as a Special Education Aid for Jim Ned ISD for the last 13 years. For those that knew Katri she was a kind, gentle, caring woman with one of the biggest hearts you've ever seen. To those closest to her she was a rock, best friend, hero and a role model. She lived her life to its fullest, even through the toughest of struggles, one day at a time. Left behind to cherish her memory of thirty (plus) years is: her husband, Joseph Chmielewski; a daughter, Tiffany Nichole and husband Jonathan Davis of Canyon, Texas; a son, Michael Chmielewski of Tuscola, Texas; a son, Joseph Andrew and wife Charity Chmielewski of Tuscola, Texas; a daughter, Taji and husband Eric Sperber of Elk Grove, California; five grandchildren Eriq Chmielewski, Ryden Davis, Carson Sperber, Presley Sperber, and Karley Sperber; one brother, Larry and wife Suzann Sharp of Tuscola, Texas; two nieces, Monica Sharp and Karli Sharp; and one nephew, Jared Sharp; one aunt, Rosiland Fuller of Flower Branch, Georgia; one uncle, Paul Bradham of Longview, Texas; as well as numerous cousins. Memorials may be made in Katri's name to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Susan G. Komen for the Cure Susan G. Komen for the Cure : PO Box 650309 Dallas TX 75265, www.komen.org or Hospice of the Big County: 3113 Oldham Lane Abilene, TX 79602, 800-588-0300. To sign the online condolences, go to: www.tomgwalkerfuneralhome.com. |
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Please remember the Tilly family in your prayers. The husband of Betty Morris Tilly (class of 59) has passed away.
Seabron (Sonny)
Cornealious Tilly Abilene Seabron (Sonny) Cornealious Tilly, 72, passed away Monday, August 29, 2011, at an Abilene medical center. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 2, 2011, at Fort Phantom Hill Cemetery under the direction of Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory St. The family will receive friends at a visitation from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Sonny was born June 26, 1939 in Jacksonville, Florida. He moved to Texas in 1958 and has lived in Hawley, for the past 45 years. Sonny married Betty Nell Morris almost 52 years ago on October 3, 1959. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the National Guard. Sonny was self-employed most of his life involved in service station equipment sales and service and owned and operated a gas station in his later years. He enjoyed his family, fishing, movies and his little dog Pebbles. Preceding him in death are his parents, a brother and a sister. Survivors include his wife Betty Tilly; two daughters Debbie Smith and husband Hoss and Mona Trojcak and husband Guy; a son Seabron (Ronnie) Tilly, IV and wife Teri all of Hawley; a brother Richard Tilly of Illinois; several nieces and nephews; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Special thanks to all his doctors and nurses, Hendrick Medical Center, Abilene Dialysis Center and Encompass Home Health. You may view and sign guestbook at www.elliotthamilfuneralhome.com |
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Rummage Sale-Building Campaign Kick-Off Friday & Saturday, September 16th & 17th · 8:30am - 5:30pm
JNVHP Building - 510 Graham Street - Tuscola, Texas Linda Stockton, Doyle Dacus and J.W. Allmand have been volunteering some of their time on working in the building over the past few days preparing for our up coming Building Campaign Kick-Off Fundraiser Garage Sale during Homecoming weekend September 16th and 17th from 8:30-5:30. First Campaign Goal by the end of 2011 is $35,000.00 for Phase I of interior cleaning, dismantle, and clearing in preparation for interior restructure /restoration during Phase II in 2012. |
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There is a Jim Ned - Remember When...? on facebook now if you would like to join in the memories... http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/232037933500191/ |
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Keep in memory Bobbye Roberson Dorsett, Class of 1950 and pray for her family. Bobbye Dale Dorsett
Abilene Bobbye Dale Dorsett, age 78, passed away July 5, 2011 in West Des Moines, Iowa surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 23, 1932 in Thackerville, OK to Ed and Mary Lounett Roberson. They moved to the Abilene area in the mid 1940's and she graduated from Jim Ned High School. She married Harlan R. Dorsett on July 1, 1950. Together they worked for Browns Downtown in Abilene and owned and operated Dorsett's Melody Shop. She was a member of the Abilene Quilters and she had a love for the outdoors, swimming, beading and quilting. She also loved music, especially Frank Sinatra. Her favorite flowers were the sunflower and daisy. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harlan; and brother, Batson Roberson. Survivors include her son, Rusk Dorsett and wife Beth of West Des Moines, IA; daughters, Susan McQuade and husband Joe of Abilene and Donna Dorsett of Abilene; sister, Billye Geneva Hill of San Angelo; grandchildren, Noel Kalmus, Caitlin Dorsett, Kylie McQuade, Noah Dorsett and Becca Dorsett; nieces and nephews, Doug Nowell, Margo Johnson and Lynne Fritsche. A Memorial Graveside Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at Elliott-Hamil Garden of Memories Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial contributions may be sent to Friends of Abilene State Park, c/o Abilene State Park, 150 Park Road 32, Tuscola, Texas 79562 or Hendrick Pulmonary Rehabilitation, 1900 Pine Street, Abilene, TX 79601. You may view and sign the guestbook at www.elliott-hamil.com. |
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Mr. Miller attended school at Lawn. Please be praying for his extended family during this time of loss.
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Please be in prayer for the loss of a 1964 classmate and the Hicks and Swindall families. FORT MCKAVETT Salya Ann Hicks Swindall of Fort McKavett, formerly of San Angelo, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2011. She was born on July 18, 1946, to Bradley and Lillian Hicks. She graduated from Jim Ned High School and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tuscola. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, friend and will be missed by many. She was preceded in death by her father, Bradley; her brother, Tommy; and her beloved son, Jake Wade Swindall. She is survived by her mother, Lillian Hicks Fuqua; son and his wife, Kirk and Kyra Swindall; grandchildren Jake Tyler and Kaylee Brooke Swindall; and her brother and his wife, Ronnie and Jacky Hicks. |
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Please keep the Burleson and Curtis families in your prayer's. Helen Lee Curtis |
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Please pray for the Derington Family during this time of loss. MONA DERINGTON |
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Be praying for the Brown family during this time of loss. Several members of the Brown family have graduated from Jim Ned. Robert Lee "Bob" Brown |
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Please keep the Boulter family in your prayers. Linda was a very special lady to a lot of people and she will truly be missed. Linda LaNita Van Cleave Boulter |
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Keep the family of Olan Tally family in your prayers during this time of loss.
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Please pray for the Leroy Sanders family during this time of loss. Visitation for Carolyne Ann Hastings Sanders (13 Sep. 1940-4 June 2011) will be from 6-8 Tuesday June 7th at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola and gravesite service will be Wednesday 10:00 at the Rogers Cemetery. Carolyne was in the class of 1958. |
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Dear classmates, On June 4th, we are holding a garage sale to benefit the Aaron Howard Medical Fund. It will be held at 302 Scurry Street (home of Johnny & Maureen Phariss-my parents) If you have items you would like to donate to the sale you can drop them off on the day of the of sale (especially large items) or prior to the sale. I will be in town next week to price stuff and get ready for the sale. So if you have questions, please call me at 972-365-6125 or Patti at 325-864-7650. If you can donate items that would be great! If not, please take the time on June 4th to stop by to shop or donate to the fund.
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Chandra (Phariss) Glover
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Please be in prayer for the Thompson and Aldridge families.
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Please be in prayer for the Dean/Cooke family. Luda was with the class of 1953. http://www.elgincourier.com/obituaries/article_598f2ac0-451e-11e0-8bb0-001cc4c03286.html?mode=story Luda Fern Dean Cooke, 76, of Elgin, Texas, passed away February 28, 2011 in an Austin Hospital. Luda was born January 17, 1935 to Lonnie Lee Dean and Lottie Bell Carter in Bradshaw, Texas. Luda loved for the whole family to get together. She loved taking care of her kids, grandkids and her plants. Her family and friends were her life. She is preceded in death by her parents; sons Lonnie Daniel Cooke and Ricky Douglas Cooke; brothers Jimmy Dean and Vaden Dean. Luda is survived by sons Gary Neil Cooke and wife Belinda and James Ronald Cooke; brothers Johnny and Reba Dean of Midland and Buddy Dean of Midland; sisters Norma and Willard Akeman of Rankin, Sue and Ronnie Raper of Lawn and Shirley Hayden of Anchorage, Alaska; 12 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home, 604 Hwy 95 N., Elgin. Graveside services will be Friday, March 4, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Services are entrusted to Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home of Elgin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society - |
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Dee Langston Update on Dee Ella Langston ('85): Please keep Dee Ella and her family in your prayers. Her sister, Margie Wheeler let me know the morning of Feb. 16th that Dee Ella was in the Shannon Hospital in San Angelo and not expected to live much longer. The doctors gave her 24-48 hours. She had Tuberous Sclerosis all of her life but it completely took to her lungs and kidneys. Tuberous sclerosis or tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a rare, multi-system genetic disease that causes non-malignant tumors to grow in the brain and on other vital organs such as the kidneys, heart, eyes, lungs, and skin. A combination of symptoms may include seizures, developmental delay, behavioral problems, skin abnormalities, lung and kidney disease. |
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The class of 1991 is planning a 20 year reunion for June 25th and 26th in Tuscola! We are hoping we will have classes from the 80s and 90s coming as well. There is a facebook page for details and updates at: |
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Please pray for the Rosson/Grant/Hamon families during this time of loss. Gary ('59) Grant's mother passed away. Marie also attended school in the district, before they were consolidated. Marie Grant Hamon Marie was born to Thomas and Ida Mae (Miller) Rosson on September 27, 1914 at their house in Content, Texas. Marie spent her childhood years in Content and later moved to Lawn to work and raise a family. She married Evert Grant in 1934, and they enjoyed 40 years of marriage until his death in 1974. She married Bill Hamon. Mr. Hamon died in 1985. She worked on their farm and for Rose's Café and the Lawn café as a cook. She later went to work for the Lawn Nursing home and retired in 1979. She was a member of Lawn Baptist Church. Marie was preceded in death by her husbands, parents, one daughter, Gay Frances Atwood, and four brothers, one adopted sister. Marie is survived by one son, Gary Grant and wife Carolyn of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, one sister Stella Freeman of Levelland, six grandchildren Ron Grant, Jerrold Grant, Cary Grant, Kevin Atwood, Mark Atwood, and Brooke Atwood White, and fourteen great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Lawn Baptist Church, 518 Ave D, Lawn, Texas 79530. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 16, 2011
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Please pray for the Carlton family during this time of loss. Aubrey L. "Sonny" Carlton Jr. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 11, 2011 at 2PM at the Piersall-Benton Funeral Home in Abilene, Rev. Chris Walden will officiate. Visitation will be held at 1PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Sonny is survived by his wife Saundra Lappe of Ovalo; seven sons, Terry Carlton and wife LeeAnn of Krugerville, Tracy Carlton and wife Jenny of Corinth, Gene Lappe and wife Leslie of Abilene, Shannon Jones and wife Annie of San Angelo, Douglas Lappe and wife Laura of Lubbock, Stephen Jones of Beaumont and Kurtis Lappe of Lubbock; and two daughters, Sharon Wright of Ovalo and Kim Bustos and husband Victor of San Marcos. Sonny is also survived by four brothers: Jerry Carlton and wife Liz of Clovis, NM, Walter Carlton and wife Renda of Weatherford, Jessie Carlton and wife Sandi of Round Rock, and David Carlton and wife Patti of Plano; along with three sisters, Margie Rexrode and husband Joe of Lockney, Donnette Sabins and husband Rocky and Debbie Carlton all of Plainview. He is also survived by two aunts; Sue Inman and Zula Carlton and 17 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren. Sonny was a member of the Abilene VFW Motorcycle Group and an honorary member of the Abilene American Legion Riders Group. Published in Abilene Reporter-News on February 9, 2011
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Please keep the Hancock family in your prayers. Mrs. Jack Hancock passed away about 3:00 am Sunday Feb. 6, 2011. Mr. Hancock was the VA teacher for South Taylor for 6 years and has other teaching info and board member info on Alumni website. Mrs. Hancock is step mother of Joy Hancock (class of 1962) and Jackie Hancock "Henry" (class of 1965). February 7, 2011 - Big Spring News
Keva Lou Hays Holley Hancock
Big Spring Keva Lou Hays Holley Hancock, 83, formerly of Tuscola passed away Sunday February 6th, 2011 in a local nursing facility. Funeral Services for Keva will be held on Wednesday 10:00am February 9, 2011 at the Forsan Baptist Church, a visitation will be held Tuesday evening at Myers & Smith Funeral Home in Big Spring from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, an additional visitation will be held in Tuscola at the Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home on Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, with a graveside service 11:00am Thursday, February 10th, 2011 in the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry~Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola, Texas. The following was written by Keva Hancock.
Keva Lou Hays Holley Hancock was born in Borden County March 24, 1927, to C. B. (Blair) and Gladdie (Hardegree) Hays. She attended schools at O'Donnell and Ballinger, TX, then continued with college courses for a number of years while working full-time. In 1946 she married Eldon Holley of Ballinger, TX. For 17 years, she was employed by churches as a secretary, youth director, or educational director in Childress, Wellington, and Ballinger, TX. During the late 1950s, she received Woman of the Year award for her work with youth in the community and also was granted a life-time membership in the Methodist WSCS organization. After moving to Abilene, TX in 1965, she began working for Hardin-Simmons University and soon became Director of Student Financial Aid. In this position, she was a member of the state, regional, and national associations of Student Financial Aid Directors. After retiring from HSU, she became a member of the Fellowship of Former Faculty and Staff of Hardin-Simmons. Mrs. Hancock was also a member of the Abilene Woman's Club for 20 years, the Gideon's Auxiliary, the 33 Study Club, the Self-Culture Club, the Highland Garden Club, and three dinner clubs. She served for several years as a Texas Ombudsman.
In 1966, two HSU students introduced Keva to their dad, Jack Hancock of Tuscola, TX. She quickly discovered Mr. Hancock was even greater than his daughters had said, for he was a Christian gentleman and a good man. They were married on January 6, 1967 and were blessed with 44 wonderful years together. For many years the Hancocks lived on a farm/ranch near Tuscola. Her favorite task on the ranch was going to the cattle auctions and to buy calves to put in the feed lots or on their ranch. The Hancocks later lived in Abilene, Sweetwater, Forsan, and Big Spring, TX. While in Abilene they traveled to Brazil with a group from Abilene First Baptist Church on a fact-finding mission trip. Mrs. Hancock went as an educational missionary and Mr. Hancock as an agricultural missionary. While living in Sweetwater, the Hancocks resided at Camp Booth Oaks, working with the West Texas Girl Scouts. Mrs. Hancock's favorite part of this was the summer resident camps for the girls. The Hancocks received the Thanks Badge, the highest award given, for their work at Camp Booth Oaks. Mrs. Hancock's husband, children, grandchildren, and grandchildren meant so much to her, as did her siblings and their families. She loved family gatherings and cooking for everyone. Her grandchildren loved spending time with their Mema and Poppa.
In her latter years, she was a member of the Forsan Baptist Church where she was a member of the Dorcas Sunday Class and served on the Benevolence Committee. She taught Sunday School classes for 50 years in the churches she attended and was a dedicated prayer warrior. She was also an avid reader before losing her eye-sight. The Hancocks traveled world-wide, visiting Africa, Greece, South America, Mexico, Canada, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Japan, China, Israel, Egypt, Switzerland, and 42 of the 50 United States.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Bill and Dr. John Hays, sister Peggy Hays Robertson, and son-in-law Tom Henry.
Surviving her are husband Jack Hancock; daughters Dena Ivie and husband Charles of Tatum, NM; Joy Vazquez and husband Ernesto of Laredo, TX; and Jackie Henry of Big Spring, TX; brother Gordon Hays and wife Lenell of Ballinger, TX; sister-in-law Dorothy Hays of Ballinger, TX; brother-in-law Dr. Eugene Robertson of Arlington, TX. Also surviving are six grandchildren and nine great-children: Tim Griffin, wife Dina and their children Bailey, Emma, and Seaver Hancock Griffin of Abilene, TX; Kim Turner, husband Chris and their sons Jordan and Hunter Jack Turner of Topeka, KS; Sam Griffin, wife Stacy and their daughter Isabel Griffin of Levelland, TX; Mandi Lewis, husband Eric and their son Hadley of Sherman, TX; Carlos Vazquez of Laredo, TX and his sons Carlos and Andres of Spain; and John Paul Vazquez of Sacramento, CA; also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews who were all very special to her. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Jack and Keva Hancock Endowed Scholarship, Hardin-Simmons University, Box 16100 Abilene, Texas 79698 or to the Jim Ned FFA, P.O. Box 9 Tuscola, TX 79562
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Please pray for the Featherston family during this time of loss. Kenneth ('84) Roberson's wife Teri, has lost her grandmother. Jo was also a teacher at Lawn. Josephine "Jo" Mathews Featherston
Abilene Josephine "Jo" Mathews Featherston, of Abilene, passed away Friday, February 4, 2011 at Windcrest Alzheimer's Care Center at the age of 93. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Monday, February 7, 2011 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Graveside services, with Dr. Jeff Reid officiating, will be at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at the Rough Creek Cemetery in Novice, Texas. Jo was born August 7, 1917 to early Coleman County pioneers, Will and Bettie Wright Mathews on the Mathews Ranch at Atoka. She graduated from Novice High School and attended McMurry College for two years, majoring in art. On November 18, 1937 she married Baxter (Sonny) Featherston, also a Novice graduate, and a student at Texas A & M. They made their home on the Mathews farm at Goldsboro. Jo taught school and coached girls basketball at Lawn, and Sonny worked for the Texas Co., (now Texaco). In 1948 the family moved to Abilene and Sonny stared Featherston Well Service. Jo entered into retail sales at downtown department stores, Margas, Waddingtons, Minters and Grissoms. During this time she also opened Jo's Porcelain Art Studio where she taught the art of porcelain doll draping and her good friend Gladys Pressley taught China Painting. Following the untimely death of her husband in 1984, she took over the operation of the Well Service Company and also continued the restoration and the running of the Homeplace Ranch in Novice, which the couple had assumed ownership of after the deaths of Sonny's parents. During this time Jo traveled extensively in the United States and Europe. She was actively engaged in ranching well into her eighties, when her son David retired from British Petroleum in Alaska and took over the day to day operations of the ranch. She was a member of art several guilds, The Texas Cattlemen's Association and the Cowbelles. Jo was a tireless volunteer for the Salvation Army and a supporter of many charitable organizations. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, three brothers, Sam, Walter and Carl Mathews, one sister Della West, and her sons-in-law, Mike Miller and Terry J. Northcutt. Jo is survived by two daughters, Sara Goldsmith and husband Warren, and Carolyn Northcutt, both of Abilene; her son, David Featherston and wife Pat, of the Homeplace Ranch in Novice; six grandchildren, Cindy Hood and husband Howard of Spring, Randall Miller of Abilene, Teri Ann Roberson and husband Kenneth of Tuscola, Clay Northcutt of Abilene, D'Shay McLean of Boise, Idaho and Shawn Gaskins of Cincinnati, Ohio; eleven great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the administration and staff at Windcrest Alzheimer's Care Center and Hendrick Hospice for their loving and compassionate care of their mother. Remembrances can be made to the Ben Richey Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 6839, Abilene, TX 79608; the West Texas Rehab Center, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, TX 79605; or to Rescue the Animals, 4620 N. 1st St., Abilene, TX 79603. "I go to prepare a place for you that where I am there you may be also." John 14:3. The guestbook may be signed and condolences submitted online at: www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. |
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ALUMNI FOOTBALL: Practice this Saturday, March 12th at 2:00 pm at Jim Ned stadium. Time to start preparing for Texas Alumni Football. We played Winters last year in May and won 38-0. Dates are being selected and Schedules are being prepared for the 2011 Alumni Football game. Abilene Region. Sign Up Below! Questions? Call Deb Eichman (512) 650-0159 http://abilene2011.eventbrite.com/ There is also a Tuscola Alumni Team facebook page if you are interested in keeping up or joining the page. http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Tuscola-Alumni-Team-2010/282740744781
2010 Alumni Football Team Proud To Be A Jim Ned Indian!
Abilene Region. Sign Up Below! Questions? Call Deb Eichman (512) 650-0159 |
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Please pray for Tawana ('78) and the rest of the Stuart family as they mourn the loss of their mother. Leta Mae Stuart
Lawn Leta Mae Stuart, 79, of Lawn, died from a long term illness and a recent fall at her home, Wednesday, January 5th, at Community Hospital in San Angelo. Services will be held 2:00p.m. Friday January 7, 2011 at Potosi Cemetery with Marcy Grun officiating, directed by Fry ~ Bartlett Funeral Home. A visitation was held Thursday evening at the funeral home. She married Doyle Dean Stuart August 1948 in Littlefield Texas, raising a family of five girls for 26 years they later moved to Lawn until his death in 1974 then the family continued to live in Lawn afterwards Leta Mae was a waitress and cashier at Taylor Café in Lawn for 10 years working for Harold and Edna Taylor. She loved working at Taylors Café and working for the Taylors. She was a wonderful mom, GranGran, and a wonderful friend to all. She is preceded in death by her husband, daughter Reta Ann Browne, son Vernal Dean, father and mother Albert Leroy and Ruby O'Dell and brother Leroy O'Dell Leta Mae is survived by four daughters Wanda Oleksiuk and husband Steve of Robert Lee, Ruby Miller and husband Rick of Clyde, Tawana Gray of Coleman, and Lawana and husband Brent of Abilene. Leta Mae was a loving GranGran to 12 grandchildren, Alvis Browne and wife Cindi, Trina Cornette and husband Ronnie, Stevie and wife Dallas Oleksiuk, Stacy Kelton and husband Shane, Starsky Oleksiuk wife Erin, Christy Miller and friend Cory, Ricky Miller, and wife Marley, Misty Terry and Husband Que, Dusty Erwin husband Bryan, Crystal Torrez and husband Jermiah, Justin (Bo) Daniels and friend Michelle, Alishia Beasley and husband Daniel, 19 greatgrand Children, Special family friend Nita Williams, sisters Margarette Burks, Bertha Lowery, and several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Abilene State Supported Living Center Community Relations, 2501 Maple, Abilene, Tx 79602 |
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Pamila Haynes Baker ('70) sent me this information regarding her husband Billy Paul Baker, Jr. ('68). Please be thinking of and praying for this family during their time of loss. Billy Paul Baker, Jr, 61, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, November 4, 2010. Nov. 10, 2010 - Hundreds pay tribute to Billy Paul Baker, the 'heart and soul' of Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, Texas Billy Paul Baker is in the above video. |
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Please pray for the Copeland family during this time of loss. Alton Dale (A.D.) Copeland |
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Please pray for the Blankenship and Cumby families during this time of loss. Juanita was in the class of '55.
Juanita Blankenship Cumby
Rockwall Juanita Blankenship Cumby, 74, formerly of Tuscola, died, December 28, 2010. Services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2010 at Oldham Lane Church of Christ in Abilene. Burial will follow at Tuscola Cemetery. Services officiated by Lowell Maxey. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 30, from 5 to 7 at Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Laura Juanita Blankenship was born October 26, 1936 in Port Lavaca, Texas to Harold and Mildred Blankenship. They moved from Port Lavaca to the Runnels and Taylor County area when Juanita was very young allowing her to start school at Lawn, and then later attend school in Novice and Goldsboro. Her parents then moved to the Rogers Community when she was in the third grade. After the closing of the Rogers School, she attended school at Ovalo until Ovalo and Tuscola consolidated. She graduated from South Taylor High School in Tuscola. After high school, Juanita enrolled and graduated from Scoggins Beauty School of Cosmetology in Abilene. She owned and operated Juanita's Beauty Shop in Tuscola. She married James Cumby December 26, 1958 in Tuscola. While he was away in the military, she continued to operate her beauty shop in Tuscola until his military service was completed. Her years after that were spent being a loving, faithful housewife, and raising three beautiful daughters. Juanita watched their daughters grow, seeing their families grow and then enjoying their eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was active in their church and was a bible teacher, she enjoyed her hobby of painting, becoming a talented artist. Survivors include her husband, James of 52 years, daughters Pamela Steele and husband Allen of Garland, Sandra Edison and husband Paul of Rockwall, Jamie Calkins and husband Todd of Rowlett, brother Don Blankenship of Clyde, Sisters Anita Evans of Arlington, Iona Ernest of Abilene, 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, along with a great family of aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, and many other family members and many, many good friends. She is preceded in death by her parents and a sister Jeanette Pittman. |
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Please be praying for the John and Valeri Mayes family during this time of loss as John's mother has passed away. John and Valeri are Jim Ned Faculty. Esta Elliot Mayes
Abilene Esta Elliot Mayes, 86, passed away from this life Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at a local hospital. Mrs. Mayes was born June 22, 1924 in Gorman, Texas. She was raised in Cisco. During her life she lived in Odessa, Midland, Ft. Worth, Ovalo, and Covenant Place of Abilene. She was a member of the First Methodist Church in Ft. Worth. Survivors include her seven children, Jerry and Mincie Flack of Houston, Joyce Mayes Heath of Ft. Worth, Mike Mayes of Benmont, Robert and Diane Mayes of Houston, Jody and Joan Mayes of Austin, Trisha Mayes Branch of Ft. Worth and John and Valeri Mayes of Ovalo; 17 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren. Mrs. Mayes was preceded in death by husband John C. Mayes Jr.; her parents Thomas and Lucille Elliot; step father, Jeff Honea; and two brothers, Donald Joe Elliot and Charles Ray Elliot. Her greatest legacy will be her example of passionate, unconditional love for all her family, "Of all of these the greatest is love." Burial will be a private family graveside at Shannon Rose Hill Cemetery in Ft. Worth. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hendrick Hospice and Covenant Place of Abilene. Online condolences and guest book may be signed at www.abilenefuneralhome.com |
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Please pray for the Herron family during this time of loss. Johnny was in the class of 1972. Johnny Ray Herron
Lawn Johnny Ray Herron, 56, of Lawn, died Thursday, December 30, 2010, in an Abilene hospital. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 2, 2011, at Lawn Baptist Church with Rev. Ruben Metcalf officiating. Burial will be in McBee Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home. Johnny Ray was born August 15, 1954 to Forest M. (F.M.) Herron and Marcelyn Herron Smith and lived his life in Lawn, Texas. He graduated from Jim Ned High School and attended Cisco Junior College in Cisco, Texas. Johnny Ray's love of the "simple life" was evident in all aspects of his life. He worked in the oil field until 1995 and then returned to farming and ranching until 2010. Along with working the land, he loved to hunt wildlife with binoculars. His love for his family was great. He was a "rock" that was alway there for his mom, brothers and family, as well as neighbors and many friends. A friend to everyone and anyone, Johnny Ray always extended a helping hand to those in need. Survivors include his mother Marcelyn Herron Smith; 2 brothers, Joe David Herron of Huntsville and Teddy Herron and wife Cathy of Lawn; 4 nephews and 1 niece. Johnny Ray is preceded in death by his father Forest M. (F.M.) Herron, and grandparents Raymond and Johnnie Dodds. |
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Please be praying for the Turnbow and Hallford families during this time of loss. Mary was in the Bradshaw class of 1940. Merbeth "Mary" Elizabeth Hallford |
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Thursday, December 16, 2010Colt McCoy to Start For Rest of the Season: Needs To Put All Cold Weather Talk To RestBy Daniel Wolf The Cleveland Browns have made a move that will warm up the hearts of Cleveland, which has been dealing with temperatures in the teens along with on and off blizzard-like conditions the past week-plus. Browns head coach Eric Mangini has named rookie quarterback sensation, Colt McCoy, the starter for the remainder of the season. President Mike Holmgren has sent a few quotes out to the media the past few weeks, since McCoy went down with a high ankle sprain, saying that he really hoped McCoy would heal quickly in order to see how the young quarterback faces the cold, wind and snow in Cleveland this time of the year. McCoy does not possess a Brett Favre-like cannon for an arm, but what is similar to Favre is the fact they both grew up in the South playing in warm weather before landing on a cold weather NFL team to start their professional careers. Favre was able to rocket the ball through the cold Green Bay winters for the Packers, but McCoy has the accuracy to his advantage and a big, bruising running back behind him who is built to run on cold weather in Peyton Hillis. With many Browns fans still on the fence about McCoy and if he really is the future of the franchise, those are the same fans who are questioning McCoy's ability to throw the ball in the Cleveland weather. Those fans need to take a step back in time and look at two previous Browns quarterbacks who did not have the biggest arms in the NFL during their respective times, but they both had the ability to be accurate enough to manage in bad weather
Those quarterbacks are Brian Sipe and Bernie Kosar. In 10 seasons with the Browns, Sipe managed a 56.5 completion percentage which may not be a jaw-dropping percentage, but Sipe did managed to be the NFL MVP in 1980. In his nine seasons with Cleveland, Kosar managed a 58.8 completion percentage in terrible weather and he took the Browns to two AFC Championship games. Both quarterbacks were not gunslingers the likes of a Favre, but the point is that their arm strength didn't matter because they were highly intelligent quarterbacks who successfully played in Cleveland weather. McCoy brings with him a moxie that has not been seen behind center since the days of Kosar and he too is highly intelligent and has already shown that he can read NFL defenses and make adjustments to put the Browns in a position to move the ball. This will not change in cold weather and McCoy will get Browns fans excited as the 2010 season closes out since he will be starting against all three AFC North division rivals. Browns fans will see that McCoy could very well be the next incarnate of Sipe or Kosar or whoever you want to compare him to, but what is most important is that he has the winning attitude and that is something that is tough to find in a fresh rookie straight out of college. |
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Please pray for the Wilson Little ('60) family as they mourn the loss of Helen. Abilene Helen R. Little, 71, of Abilene, passed away Monday, December 13, 2010 at a local hospital. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 16, 2010 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Helen was born October 31, 1939 in Oak Park, Illinois to Ellis Edwin Smith and Janet Louise (Ferrell) Smith. She married Wilson Little in Dallas on May 10, 1969. The couple moved from Dallas to Abilene, where they have lived for the past 40 years. Helen worked as an accountant from 1971 to 1980 for Norman Fitzgerald Oil; from 1980 to 1997 for Wes-Tex Drilling Company and then from 2001 to 2010 for Kendrick Oil and Gas Company. She was preceded in death by her parents. Helen is survived by her husband, Wilson Little of Abilene, and two sisters, Jean Lerche of Livermore, California, and Joan Mills of Bloomington, Illinois. Condolences may be submitted online at: www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com. Or to Wilson at 4633 Sage Cir. Abilene, TX 79606 goffer1@sbcglobal.net Phone 325-692-2165 |
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Please pray for the Baugus and Burleson families during this time of loss. Pat was a 1976 graduate. Abilene Patricia Ann Burleson, 52, of Abilene passed away Saturday, December 11, 2010 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Hillcrest Church of Christ. Ray Ferguson will officiate. Burial will follow in the McBee Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, December 13, 2010 from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Patricia was born July 22, 1958 in Hopewell, Virginia to Andrew Baugus and Juanita (Benson) Baugus. She married Don Burleson in Las Vegas, Nevada. Abilene has been Patricia's home for the past 42 years. She worked for Condley and Company as their receptionist. Patricia was a Baptist. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister Wanda Baugus, one brother Andy Baugus, and one step-son Daryl Burleson. Patricia is survived by her husband, Don Burleson of Abilene; three sons, John David Vaughn and wife Katrina of Boys Ranch, TX, Marty Burleson and wife Susie, Boyd Burleson and wife Michelle, and one daughter, Heather Dickson and husband Jason, all of Abilene. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Kade, Kaylee and Karson Dickson, Justin, Martin, Jared and Kelsie Burleson; five brothers, Bobby, Bruce, Ronald, James and Michael Baugus; one sister, Carolyn Baugus; as well as several nieces and nephews and many friends and loved ones. Martin Burleson, Justin Burleson, Brian Young, Jesse Ochoa, Jarrod Ochoa and Paul Valdez will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Betty Hardwick Center E.C.I. Program, 2616 S. Clack, Abilene, TX 79606. The guestbook may be signed and condolences submitted online at: www.Hamil FamilyFuneral Home.com |
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In-Memory Link Requests: The Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation is putting together a cemetery book of all the cemeteries in South Taylor Co., part of North Runnels Co., and the Northwest corner of Coleman Co. We are requesting photographs of any community members buried in any of the cemeteries of this area to be placed in the Restful Peace Cemetery Collection books. You can email these photos to debbie@jimnedvhp.org or mail them to Debbie Stewart - 240 Purcell Place - Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Our website at www.jimnedvhp.org has more information if you are interested in participating in these efforts for our community. When the cemetery books are complete, then we will be better able to update our Alumni/Faculty web-site on the "In Memory" link. |
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TOP 10 REASONS NOT TO MISS YOUR CLASS REUNION
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Update (6/05): The names for the class of 1921(Tuscola Tigers) ~ 1933(Ovalo Eagles) ~ 1934(Lawn Longhorns) ~ 1937(Lawn Longhorns) & 1937(Ovalo Eagles) ~ 1939(Ovalo Eagles) ~ 1942(Ovalo Eagles) & 1942(Tuscola Tigers) ~ 1943(Bradshaw Coyotes) ~ 1944(Bradshaw Coyotes) & 1944(Lawn Longhorns) & 1944(Tuscola Tigers) ~ 1946(Tuscola Tigers) ~ 1947(Lawn Longhorns) & 1947(Tuscola Tigers) ~ 1948(Lawn Longhorns) & 1948(South Taylor Flying Tigers) ~ 1949(South Taylor Flying Tigers) ~ 1950-1957(Lawn Longhorns) & 1950-1957(South Taylor Flying Tigers) ~ 1958-2008 (Jim Ned Indians) ~ 2009 (Jim Ned Indians) are all uploaded and are able to join this web site. Come join in the fun, create your profile, and spread the word about our Alumni/Faculty web site. I am aware that several classmates/faculty who have been entered, have passed away and I will be working on that research to place them in the "In Memory" page. Still adding to the Faculty list and pictures as well. Working on adding WWII Vets that graduated from our schools. Lot's of great feedback and renewed friendships. Awesome!!! |
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A combined Class Reunion for the graduating classes of '83, '84, '85 and '86 will be June 13, 2009. For more information click on Reunion Details.... You can register at anytime after creating your profile by clicking on 25 Year Reunion. |
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Answer to Question: The question has been asked "Why are there are so many graduating classes listed but only the classes of 1983, 1984, 1985 and 1986 have names listed?" My focus at present is on the combined class reunion coming up in June. After June, a much larger project will begin and that is to compile all the graduating classes of Jim Ned Indians in one location. This web site is strictly for Jim Ned Alumni and will not have the clutter of other schools or ads wanting something from you. This site is free to you, the Jim Ned Alumni. That way we can communicate and stay in touch with those that we have lost contact with or those we wish to connect with again, or to simply enjoy seeing how our families have grown and knowing what we may have in common with now than when we were growing up together. Believe me, it could surprise you as to how much you may have in common now. Your messages sent to each other are completely private and will stay that way. You can also choose to participate in the open forum at anytime or post an announcement that you would like to share with the Jim Ned Valley classmates. Keep checking back from time to time for updates. |
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Reminder: For the 25 Year Class Reunion Group - While creating your profile you can check "Attending Reunion" but you still need to click on "25 Year Reunion" on the Home Page and Register so we will have a good head count. If you are unsure at this moment as to how many will be attending, go ahead and check "Attending Reunion" in your profile and then go back and click 25 Year Reunion to complete your registration when you have a better idea. You will be able to edit your registration at anytime. For more information about the reunion go to Reunion Details. Class Emails: As we prepare for the combined class reunion you will be receiving updates through emails from this web site. Emails to the entire class will be sent to you from postmaster@classcreator.net so please add this email address to your address book or your spam filter approved list so you will not miss any updates. |
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Senior Class of '84 20 Year Class Reunion 1984 - 2004 |
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Larry Wade Tankersley
Cisco
Larry Wade Tankersley, age 73 of Cisco, Texas went on to be with his Father in Heaven on December 5th, 2010. The family has donated his body to Science therefore they will hold a Memorial service on Friday December 10, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Cisco, Texas at 10:00 a.m.
Larry was born on September 21, 1937 in Eastland County. He was raised in Morton Valley and Graduated from Eastland High School in 1956. While in High School he enjoyed all sports and loved working with animals. After graduating from High School he went to TX A&M & Ranger Jr. College. He then joined the Army and served our Country for 2 yrs. in Germany. When he returned he went to East Texas State University. Where he was a member of the Tejas Social Club and meet his wife of 51 yrs Mildred "Toodles" Estes.
He enjoyed making a difference in teenagers lives by coaching and teaching agriculture for 30 yrs. in many different Texas School including Jim Ned CISD and Cisco ISD.
Survivors include: His wife Mildred Tankersley, 3 daughters Tami Arrambide of Austin, Teri Fain and husband Floyd of Amarillo and Tona Vaughn and husband Tommy of Cisco. 1 son Trent Tankersley and wife Piper of Albany, 8 grandchildren: Felisha, Amber, Chloe', Chase, Amanda, Cache, Dalas and Pecos, 1 great-grandson: Cais, 3 Sisters Dot Sturm and husband Paul Jo of Vidor, Brenda Warren and husband Doug of Abilene and Gracie Lautaret and husband Buddy of Longview. 1 brother J.B. Tankersley of Phoenix, AZ.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents Wilburn and Berniece Tankersley, brother Paul Tankersley of Eastand and sister Yvonne Dick of Kermit, son-in-law Joe Arrambide.
In Lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to the FFA Chapters at Cisco High School PO Box 1634 Cisco, TX 76437 or Jim Ned High School PO Box 9 Tuscola, TX 79562.
Dad is resting now----his battle with Alzheimers is over! Thank you all for the prayers.
Please pray for the Larry Tankersley family during this time of loss. Larry and Mildred were a part of the school system and community for many years. Larry's children all graduated from Jim Ned, Tami ('79), Teri ('83), Trent ('84) and Tona ('89).
There will be a memorial service at United Methodist Church in Cisco, TX, 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 10, 2010. Larry's body was donated to Science so the service will be a celebration of life. Memorials can be made to the Cisco FFA or the Jim Ned FFA in memory of Larry Tankersley.
Please pray for the Bagwell and Orr families during this time of loss.
Melva Orr
Dublin
Melva Orr, 91, of Dublin, Texas, a homemaker, died Sunday, November 21, 2010, at her residence. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2010, at the Lacy Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Hannah officiating. Burial will be at West End Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.lacyfuneral.com.
She was born on June 12, 1919, to the late Arbie Isom and Eddie (Mooty) Bagwell in Bradshaw, Texas. She married Grover Orr on October 7, 1937, in Tuscola, Texas. She was a member of the Green's Creek United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her husband, Grover Orr of Dublin, Texas; two daughters, Marjorie Oakes and husband, Don, of Waco, Texas, and Kay Brooks and husband, Mike, of Paint Rock, Texas; a son, Don Orr and wife, Zelda, of Dublin, Texas; a brother, Arzo Bagwell of Robert Lee, Texas; three grandchildren, Susan Ramsdell, Kim Leatherwood, & Melony Bell; eight great-grandchildren; one great great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Final Gifts, 118 East Live Oak, Suite 105, Dublin, TX 76446.
Lacy Funeral Home
PO Box 863
Stephenville TX 76401
Office 254-968-2102
Fax 254-968-2814
Please keep Jeremy ('01), Joshua ('03), Jennifer ('05), Cassie ('05) and the entire Adams family in your prayers.
Lewis Joe Adams
Tuscola
Lewis Joe Adams went to be with the Lord, Sunday, November 21, 2010. He was 48 years old. Service will be held at First Baptist Church Tuscola on Saturday, November 27 at 2 p.m. with Brother Jay McGaughy officiating. Interment will follow the service at Tuscola Cemetery. Directed by Fry ~ Bartlett Funeral Home, Tuscola. Visitations for Lewis will be Friday, November 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the funeral home in Tuscola.
Lewis was born in Abilene, TX to BJ and Patricia Osborn Adams. He grew up in the Abilene area, and graduated from Abilene High in 1980. Lewis cherished his childhood memories of his Nanaw, who often made him a homemade country breakfast of biscuits, sausage, gravy, and eggs at her house before school. Nanaw taught Lewis to drive, and allowed him to drive himself to Mann Middle School before she continued on to work. Lewis' Mom was his #1 football fan, and he loved to ride motorcycles with her. Lewis' childhood hunting trips with his Dad, family, and friends began a lifelong love of the outdoors.
With Pamela Davidson Adams, Lewis had three children, Jeremy, Joshua, and Jennifer. Lewis' family grew on September 17, 1994, when he married Rhonda Kennedy, and gained a daughter, Cassie Kennedy. Their blended family found a home in Ovalo, Texas, where Lewis taught the children to drive, hunt, fish, and most importantly taught them about his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Lewis was proud to watch as one by one the children accepted Christ.
He began his career in trucking logistics at McLane Co. in Temple. Lewis' career included Stempel Manufacturing, Family Dollar, Fehr Foods, and Austin Express Deliveries. He relocated to Austin for a rewarding job as general manager for Noble Logistics. While in Austin, Lewis met local Austin musician Ricky Calmbach, and developed a close friendship with Ricky and his wife Courtney. Lewis and Rhonda loved to dance the night away when Ricky and his band played local dance halls.
Lewis loved the fresh air and tranquility of his home in Ovalo. He enjoyed Texas country music, dancing, football-football-football, and race cars. He was devoted to his family, and treasured his memories of family vacations to Ruidoso and Red River, New Mexico. He was his children's #1 fan and loved watching them play sports for the Jim Ned schools. Lewis was blessed with three granddaughters, Madison, Emily, and Lily. Papaw's girls were the light of his life and he enjoyed playing at the playground, reading to them, and taking them for rides through the pasture in his pickup truck.
Lewis is preceded in death by his father BJ Adams and sister Feather Ann Crawford.
Lewis is survived by Rhonda, his wife of sixteen years; his children Jeremy (Hope) of Temple, Joshua (Chelsey Glenn) of Stamford, Jennifer (Gherjuan) Robinson of Holloman AFB, and Cassie (Evan) Owens of Abilene; granddaughters Madison and Emily Adams, and Lily Kennedy; mother Patricia and husband, Jim Colwell, of Amarillo; step-mother Vonita Adams of Ovalo; sister Patty (Aubrey) White of Buffalo Gap; sisters in law Linda Brannon of Georgetown, and John and Becky Strother of Round Rock; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The family wishes to acknowledge special friends: Ricky Calmbach, Bill Kennedy, and Bro. Jay McGaughy, and his special great-nephew Garrett, who was like a grandson to Lewis.
Browns overpower Patriots 34-14
Sunday, November 7, 2010; 4:49 PM
CLEVELAND -- Soaked to the skin from a Gatorade shower, Eric Mangini met his mentor at midfield and did everything he could to contain himself.
It was tough not to smile.
His Cleveland Browns battered one of the NFL's best.
Rookie quarterback Colt McCoy scrambled for a touchdown, Peyton Hillis hammered for a career-high 184 yards and two scores and the Browns, using some trickery and a ton of offensive imagination, pounded the New England Patriots 34-14 on Sunday.
Two weeks after stunning New Orleans, the Browns (3-5) pulled off another shocker. Well rested after their bye week, they ended New England's five-game winning streak and did it decisively, outplaying one of the NFL's top teams for all 60 minutes.
This was no fluke. The Patriots (6-2) were battered, baffled and beaten badly.
It had to be particularly satisfying for Mangini, who defeated Bill Belichick, his former friend and mentor. The pair's relationship was damaged years ago and they ignored each other during pregame warmups. After the game Mangini shared a brief handshake with Belichick.
Hillis, healthy at last after being slowed by a thigh injury, scored on a 2-yard run in the first, and then put the Patriots away with a 35-yard burst late in the fourth to make it 34-14. He carried 29 times and picked up all 60 yards on Cleveland's game-sealing drive.
After the score, Browns offensive coordinator Brian Daboll was flattened by Pro Bowl tackle Joe Thomas as they attempted a celebratory chest bump on the sideline.
New England's Tom Brady went 19 of 36 for 224 yards and two TDs to rookie tight end Aaron Hernandez. However, Brady lost for the first time in five career starts against the Browns, who jumped to an early 10-0 lead and led by 17 entering the fourth.
Receiver Wes Welker kicked the extra point on Hernandez's second touchdown because Stephen Gostkowski suffered a thigh injury in the first half.
With the game out of reach, Brady was replaced in the final minutes by Brian Hoyer.
McCoy, making his third straight start, had his best game as a pro. The third-round pick completed 14 of 19 passes for 174 yards, and his TD run in the third gave the Browns a 24-7 lead. With no receivers open, McCoy tucked the ball and sprinted for the left corner. He covered the final few yards with a headfirst dive, the kind of heads-up play that typified Cleveland's day.
Phil Dawson kicked field goals of 38 and 37 yards for the Browns, who may just be better than their record shows in their second season under Mangini. With the exception of a 28-10 loss to Pittsburgh, each of Cleveland's losses has been by 10 points or fewer.
After pulling off three trick plays two weeks ago to upset the defending Super Bowl champions in New Orleans, the Browns went back to their magic act to open a 17-7 lead.
On first down at the New England 11, wide receiver Joshua Cribbs took the snap at quarterback and handed the ball to Chansi Stuckey, who had lined up directly behind Cleveland's right guard. Stuckey took off toward the left corner, and by the time the fooled Patriots reacted, it was too late to catch the Browns' wide receiver, who beat them to the orange pylon.
The gadget play wouldn't have been possible if not for McCoy avoiding a sack on third down and throwing a 6-yard pass to Cribbs for a first to keep the drive going.
New England had a chance to pull closer, but after catching a pass from Brady, Gronkowski was stripped by Browns safety Abram Elam at the 3 and Cleveland recovered with just seconds left.
Shockingly, the Browns were up 10-0 before Brady took his first snap.
Cleveland took the opening kickoff and drove to the New England 21, where they had to settle for Dawson's first kick.
The Patriots then botched the ensuing kickoff as up backs Sammy Morris and Gronkowski couldn't decide who was going to catch it. Browns defensive back Ray Ventrone recovered, and two plays later, Hillis punched it in to give Cleveland a 10-point just 3:49 in.
New England's offense was outgained 132-21 after one, with Hillis outrushing them 63-11.
Brady and his receivers were out of sync and he was just 1 for 6 for 10 yards before taking the Patriots on an 11-play, 79-yard scoring drive. Brady's pass was intended for Gronkowski, but the ball deflected high in the air to Hernandez, who made a leaping grab at the back of the end zone.
Please keep the Herrington family in your prayers.
John Herrington
Haltom City
John Worth Herrington, 103, passed away Monday, Oct. 25, 2010.
John was born Aug. 18, 1907, in Taylor County to John Hugh and Carrie Caroline Herrington. He graduated from Bradshaw High School, and had no military service. John married Alma Davis from Ballinger in 1940. He was a longtime employee of Boswell Dairy, and was a longtime member and former elder of First Baptist Church of Arlington.
Survivors: Sister and one of 14 children, Jewel Lawrence; numerous nieces and nephews; lots of great-nieces and great-nephews; several great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; and now a few great-great-great-nieces and great-great-great-nephews.
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Please pray for the Graham family during this time of loss.
William D. Graham
Abilene
William D. Graham 86 died Sunday in a local nursing home. Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday November 3, 2010 in the Cedar Gap Cemetery with Pastor Don Woods officiating under the direction of Girdner Funeral Home.
Mr. Graham was born February 29, 1924 in Tuscola to Jeff E. Graham and Lillie Mace Linville Graham and attended a one room schoolhouse in Cedar Gap. He served in the United States Army during World War II and the Korean Conflict. He worked 31 years for Jim Herb Exploration as a driller and farmed and ranched in Cedar Gap.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents and brothers Ben, Tom and Ray Graham.
Mr. Graham is survived by a brother Marion Graham of Cedar Gap, step daughter Sharon Winn of Abilene, sister in law Loraine Graham of Cedar Gap and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Please pray for the Tyree and Cook families during this time.
10/04/1909 - 10/24/2010
Helene Rose Cook Tyree, 101, died peacefully Sunday, October 24, 2010, in Raleigh, North Carolina. A memorial service will be held in the spring near the Cook ranch in South Taylor County, Texas, where she was born October 4, 1909. She will be buried beside her husband, Houston Tyree, in Dewey Cemetery, near Lawn, Texas.
Helene was the youngest child of Henry Barton (H. B.) Cook and Sallie Wells Cook. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her siblings, Constance Cook Montgomery (Ky), Paul Cook, Bond Cook, and Ruth Cook Raper.
Her parents were early leaders in the community. Her father was a pioneer rancher in the area and very active in civic and political matters, serving as Sheriff of Taylor County from 1896 to 1898. As a young woman, Helene's mother played a small organ and led the singing as her father, George W. Wells, started Baptist churches all over West Texas. After marriage she was very active in Lawn Baptist Church and the community for the rest of her life.
Helene and her sister Ruth often rode a pony to school, two miles from the ranch. They took the train together to study at Mary Hardin Baylor, a school for girls in Belton, Texas for one year and then finished high school in Abilene after their father died. Helene completed one year at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene.
Soon after Helene, Ruth, and their mother returned to Lawn to live, Helene met Houston Tyree at the local drug store when Houston and his father stopped at the soda fountain on their way from Abilene to Goldsboro where they were in the oil business. Houston and Helene were married December 21, 1929. They had one child, Sallie, and a very happy marriage.
Houston, Helene, and Sallie moved from Lawn in 1944 to Sulphur Springs, in East Texas, where they made many friends quickly and were active in the Methodist church. Helene and a friend began the Girl Scout program for Hopkins County, and Helene served as a Girl Scout leader. Her troop had an excellent exhibit at the county fair. The family moved to Bryan, Texas in 1947, where they made many good friends and were active in the church.
In 1949 they moved to Miami, Florida, where Helene shared large pink grapefruit and key limes from the trees she tended in the back yard. She also rooted little lime trees to give to her many friends and neighbors. Books were important to Helene from a very young age, and she also spent spare time writing, including pieces about her experiences and observations and her autobiography.
When Houston became the Tennis Pro at Miami Shores Country Club in the 1960s, Helene enlisted a friend to teach her bookkeeping so that she could keep the Pro Shop books for Houston. She continued to keep meticulous personal financial ledgers and records after Houston's retirement. Grandchildren Valerie and Ty always had a good time on long visits with "Grana" and "Grandang" in Miami Shores.
Houston suffered a head injury from a fall while playing tennis in 1978. Helene cared for him in their home as he gradually declined physically and mentally. After his death in 1982, she remained in Miami until she decided to move to Raleigh in 1990, at the age of 80, to be near her family. She was very happy in her apartment in Raleigh, and she made many friends of all ages. She often noted she had lived "40 years in Texas and 40 years in Miami."
In 1999, after a fall in West Virginia at a Tyree family reunion, Helene moved to an assisted living community in Raleigh. When she reached 90 years of age she began to wonder aloud if she would reach her 100th birthday. And she did. On October 4,, 2009, Helene had a wonderful 100th birthday party with her family and all the residents and staff, enjoying an excellent juggling show, a slide show of photos from her first 100 years, and ice cream with a very large cake decorated with roses because Helene's middle name is Rose.
Helene's health gradually declined, but she continued to enjoy eating, wheeling herself around the facility in her wheelchair, looking at the clouds and trees, and straightening or cleaning if she noticed any bit of lint, as she had done all her life. She often looked at the tall pines, oaks, poplars, and other trees and observed, "We don't have tall trees like that in Texas."
On October 4, 2010, at her 101st birthday celebration, Helene demonstrated her lifelong love of sweets as she enthusiastically ate a large piece of cake.
Helene's health began to decline rapidly after experiencing seizures on October 18, 2010. The staff and Hospice of Wake County provided excellent care for Helene and kept her comfortable in her final days.
Helene is survived by her daughter Sallie Tyree Everette (John), her grandchildren Valerie Everette Woods (Duncan) and John Tyree Everette (Amy Colvin), nieces and nephews Doris Montgomery Hanks (Dick), Billie Ruff Cook Willis, Paul Cook, Jr., Jan Cook, Pete Tyree (Pat), Bill Tyree (Joanne), Neel Tyree (Beverly), Dick Miller (Joanne), Fenton Miller (Carol), Bill Miller (Carol), Jack Miller, Bill Tyree (Ellen), Andrea Tyree, Tom Tyree (Maxine), Robert Tyree (Mary), and many other Cook and Tyree extended family members.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cook-Mayfield Memorial Library or to the Dewey Cemetery Association, c/o Cook-Mayfield Memorial Library, P.O. Box 97, Lawn, Texas 79530.
Your condolences, memories of Helene, and photos can be shared online at www.CremationSocietyNC.com.
Be praying for the Lomax, Swaim and Hall families during this time of loss!!
Elm Valley
Aileen Winifred Lomax, 82, of Elm Valley, died Sunday, October 17, 2010 at her home. Services will be held at 10:00am, Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at the Elm Valley Community Church with pastor Ken Cunningham officiating, Burial will follow in the Buffalo Gap Cemetery, directed by Fry ~ Bartlett Funeral Home. A visitation was held Monday evening at the funeral home.
Aileen was born June 22, 1928 in Scotia, California to Wenzel and Iona Swaim. She grew up in Spearman, Texas where she met and fell in love with Kenneth Andrew Lomax. They married on September 30, 1946 in Huntsville, Arkansas. The couple moved to Abilene in 1951, then to Elm Valley in 1974. Aileen spent her days lovingly serving her family and friends. She devoted forty years to teaching Sunday school and was a founder of Elm Valley Community Church. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our loss is heaven's gain.
Aileen was preceded in death by Kenneth, her husband of 59 years, her parents, and her brothers, Ralph, Jimmy, and Robert Swaim
Aileen is survived by one daughter, Sherry Hall and husband Delbert of Elm Valley, two sons, Kenneth Charles "Casey" and wife Shelia of Roseville, California, and John Andrew and wife Ronda of Elm Valley, one brother Bill Swaim of Port Lavaca, eight grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Pallbears for Aileen will be her grandsons, Ken and Jimmy Hall, great grandson John Lomax Jr., and nephews, Trenton Parks, David Swaim, and Danny Hay.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to WTRC Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford St., Abilene, Tx 79605, or Elm Valley Community Church, 142 CR 675, Tuscola, Tx 79562, or ECCA V.F.D. 349 CR 278, Tuscola, Tx 79562.
Please keep the Burton family in your prayers.
Dorothy (Willis) Burton
Rockwall
Dorotha (Willis) Burton, 85, formerly of Abilene and San Angelo, left her family and friends Thursday September 30, 2010. A graveside service will be held at the Dewey Cemetery on Saturday October 2nd, 2010, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 2 to 3:30p.m.on Saturday at the funeral home.
Dorotha was born in Lawn on November 23rd, 1924 to Vaughn and Daisy Willis. She graduated from Lawn High School and then attended business School in Abilene. She later married Ray Burton in 1945 becoming a homemaker and raising their family for 23 years until Ray's passing in 1968.
Preceding Dorotha in death were her parents Vaughn and Daisy Willis and her husband Ray Burton.
Survivors include one son, Greg Burton and wife Sherry of Rockwall; granddaughter Angela Hill and husband Richard of Duncanville, great grandson Hayden Hill and great granddaughter Hannah Hill both of Duncanville, brother Gene Willis and wife Zella of Abilene, and close and dear friend Sandy McGill of Rockwall, along with nieces and nephews.
Be praying for the Watson family during this time of loss. Michael ('81), Rhonda ('84) and Donna.
Treva Marie Watson
Tuscola
Treva Marie Watson, 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grand mother passed peacefully from this world early Wednesday morning September 29, 2010, surrounded by her loving family and friends as she crossed over into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after a long illness. A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 2nd, 2010, at the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be at the funeral home 9:00 AM Saturday morning and at 10:45 family and friends will go in procession to the cemetery. Pall bearers for Marie will be son Mike Watson, son-in-laws Steve Watson, Donnie Payton, granddaughter Treva Collins, grandsons Matt and Sterling Pearce.
Marie was born June 21, 1937 in Greeley, Colorado. She married Don Watson in Altus, Oklahoma June 3, 1967, spending the next 43 years as a homemaker and raising their family in Tuscola. Marie was a very loving wife and mother.
Marie loved to crochet afghans and baby blankets for family, and many other loved ones. She was a devoted Green Bay Packers fan, loved all kinds of big cats, and deeply enjoyed ice cold Coca a Cola. She enjoyed a good since of humor. Her favorite prank was to tell every one she once was a stripper, stripping ads for a publisher in Dallas.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Nettie Walker, son Clay Bailey, brother Jimmy Walker, and grandson Christopher Pearce.
Marie is survived by her husband Don Watson of Tuscola, sons Joe Willis and wife Annette of Allen, Paul "Skip" Gross of Tuscola, Michael Watson of Tuscola, daughters Dianne Pearce and husband Bobby of Tuscola, Rhonda Payton and husband Donnie of San Antonio, Donna Watson and husband Steve of San Angelo, a brother Travis Walker of Merkel, sisters, Earlene Wright of Dallas, Joy Clement of Allen, Janet Shaw and husband Joe of Groveton, Lee Linam of Tulsa, Oklahoma, along with 25 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Marie will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her.
Please be praying for Ronda ('84) and Marci ('86) as they have lost their mother Pam this morning, Sept 25th.
Online condolences can be made at: www.blaylockfuneralhome.com
Ronda Middleton Newberry - "She flew up to Heaven on the wings of angels, By the clouds and stars and passed where no one sees, And she walks with Jesus and her loved ones waiting, And I know she's smiling saying....Don't worry 'bout me"
Update 9/21= Keith Davis is being released from Regional today! Dr Bargainer has put him on a 1 month recovery regiment so he will have plenty of time to adapt to his new lifestyle and heal before returning to work. Please keep him in your prayers as he is not liking this fact that he will be down this long. More later, and thank you all.
Be praying for Keith Davis ('86) as he suffered a heart attack on Sept 19th. Keith is out of ICU and is now in a private room at Abilene Regional.
Keith was given the honor of Mr. Ex during the 2010 football game at half-time on Sept. 10th along with Connie Humphrey McCoy as the Coming Home Queen.
Please pray for the Glasgow and Henry family regarding their loss. Charlie Henry '82 and Della Henry '84.
Joe Tom Glasgow
Buffalo Gap
Joe Tom Glasgow, 82, of Buffalo Gap, passed away, September 19, 2010. A graveside service will be held in Buffalo Gap Cemetery, Thursday at 2:00 p.m. under the direction of North's Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6 - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at North's Funeral Home, 242 Orange Street.
Mr. Glasgow was born January 4, 1928 in Comanche County to William Leonard and Bertha L. Glasgow. He worked in construction all of his life, thirty-five years in Albuquerque, New Mexico, then returned to Texas to retire. He married Joyce Johnson in 1982.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, two sisters, one son, Tommie Ray Glasgow and one daughter, Janet Lee Glasgow.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Glasgow, two sisters: Bessie Lee Petty of Abilene and Eudora Spuill of Comanche, Texas.; one daughter, Della Henry of Buffalo Gap; one son, Asa Charlie Henry of Ft. Worth, Texas; three grandsons: Justin Brown of Michigan, Cody Brown of Missouri and Chance Henry of Ft. Worth; two granddaughters, Mia Henry of Ft. Worth, and Chasity Brown of Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.
Online condolences can be made at www.northsfuneralhome.com
Jim Ned Homecoming - Friday, September 10
Parade - 3:00 - 4:00 - Tuscola
Alumni Association meeting - 4:00 - 5:00 - First State Bank Building, Tuscola
Homecoming Game - Jim Ned vs Munday - Kick-off at 7:30
Reunion's for classes of 1966 and 1968
Invitation is open to all
Just a reminder that Jannie Walker Benson ('66) and Gaytha Walker Breeding ('68) have their class reunions planned for Friday night Sept. 24th at Grand Ole Oplin at 7:30 and then Saturday Sept. 25th at 4:00 at Oplin (follow signs). The reunion is not limited to just their classes, but to all our friends we grew up with and shared the JN experience. If you want to bring a dish Saturday, great, if not ok as we will have plenty. Please try to attend.
The Jim Ned Alumni Football Team will have a float in this years Homecoming Parade on September 10.
Please contact Keith Davis at keithdavis67@yahoo.com for RSVP or you may call him at 325.668.7902. The truck and float is being furnished by Wes and April (Kelley)Brooks. Hope to have a whole trailer full of crazy old football boys!!! :)
Cindy Stockton and Charla Graham are selling full mums, ring mums, garters and other items for the Jim Ned Homecoming (Sept 10th). Cindy and Charla both married Jim Ned Alumni so let's get those requests in for Homecoming mums. Contact Cindy at 325-201-0865 OR cinstock@taylortel.net to place your request.
Abilene
Dolores Wynona Reddell Woodson, 95, of Abilene, passed away on Thursday September 3, 2010 at University Place. A graveside service will be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 in the Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola, with Steve Stovall officiating.
Dolores (Dee) was born on July 27, 1915 at Tuscola, and graduated valedictorian at Tuscola High School (now Jim Ned). She attended Abilene Christian University, Hardin Simmons University as a special piano student, and Southern Methodist University. Dolores also attended insurance school, and worked as insurance secretary, office manager, and division secretary of investments and advertising for Investment Diversified Services.
During World War II, Dolores received a United States Civil Services Appointment at Shepherd Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, where she drove an ambulance to transport service men and military dependents to area hospitals. During this time Dolores met Sgt. Marshall E. Woodson, Jr. (Woody) chief transportation officer. They were married on March 15, 1945, in Wichita Falls, and after Woody's discharge from the army the couple moved to Louisville, Kentucky.
Dolores took cosmetology state board exams in Oklahoma and Kentucky and worked as a hair stylist in both states, as well as Texas. After retirement in 1981, she and Woody moved to Lake Travis, at Leander, and later to Dallas, where she served as a church secretary for Skillman Avenue Church of Christ, in Dallas. While living in Dallas, Dolores became a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, and continued her business for 20 years after moving to Abilene in 1985. She and her husband Woody attended Westgate Church of Christ. By 2005, Dolores and Woody were ready to move to a retirement home, and chose University Place.
Dolores was preceded in death by her husband, Woody, in 2009, her parents, A. Rann and Viola Zellner Reddell, brother Mikey D. Reddell of Voca, and sister Elwynne Roderick, nephew, Russ Reddell of Abilene, and sister-in-law, Kathleen Reddell of Abilene.
Survivors include her brother David Reddell, Sister-in-law Jimmie Reddell, niece, Sherry Reddell, nephews, Randy Reddell and wife, Dennis Reddell and wife, Duane Reddell and wife, and many great nieces and nephews as well as a host of friends in Dallas, Abilene, and at University Place. Dee has personally touched and blessed the lives of those who knew her best with her kindness, encouragement, quick wit, motherly advice, and especially her deep, abiding faith.
The family wishes to thank very special friends Janice Hill and Elesa Oetting, Dr. Heaven, the nurses from Hendrick's Hospice Care, and the staff and friends of University Place. Also, we extend our sincere appreciation to Dee's personal caregivers (Krissy, Mary Ann F. and Mary Ann H.)
Doyle Hefley of Lawn ('40 grad of Lawn Longhorns and former Jim Ned School Board member), husband of Dorothy Hefley (former JN Adminstrative office) and father to Sherry Hefley (JNHS Class of 1968) passed away Sunday, August 29. Visitation will be tonight (August 30) at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Tuscola. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. tomorrow (August 31) at the Dewey Cemetery in Lawn. Please keep Dorothy, Sherry and family in your prayers.
Doyle Hefley
Lawn
Doyle Hefley, 88, died Sunday, August 29, 2010, at his home. Graveside services with military honors will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 31, 2010, in Dewey Cemetery, with the Reverend Jack Stevens officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Doyle was born to Levi and Lessie Patterson Hefley May 5, 1922, in Lawn. He was a life long resident of Lawn and a proud Lawn Longhorn.
Doyle served three years in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theater during WW II. He was in the first wave to land on Okinawa. After the war, he returned to Lawn and married Dorothy Mullins April, 23, 1949, in Brady. The couple farmed and ranched until the drought of the fifties, when he began working for the G.C. & S.F. Railroad. After six years, he became a machine operator for Taylor County, retiring in 1986 after 35 years.
Doyle was active in the community of Lawn by serving on the local school board, the Taylor Telephone Coop board, chairman for many years of the Taylor County Democratic Party, and a member of Lawn Baptist Church.
Preceding him death were his parents and two sisters.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, of Lawn, one daughter, Sherry Gilmore of Lawn, two grandsons, Clint Dee Havins of San Angelo, and Clinton Gilmore of Alamogordo, New Mexico.
Please pray for Peggy Ruth Elliott Templeton ('47 Tuscola grad) and the Templeton family during this time of loss.
H. L. Templeton
Abilene
H. L. Templeton, 78, of Abilene, died Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at an Abilene medical center.
Born in Silver Valley, Texas in Coleman County, H. L. was the son of the late Irene Agatha (McAnally) and Herbert Lee Templeton. He graduated from Novice High School. For fifty-one years, H. L. had been a resident of Abilene where he worked as a salesman for Sears Roebuck & Co. for 30 years.
H. L. married Peggy Ruth Elliott on April 11, 1959 in Tuscola, Texas. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a longtime member of Wylie Baptist Church and a founding member of the Big Country Bird Hunters Association. He had trained many bird dogs over the years.
H. L. is survived by his wife, Peggy Templeton of Abilene; daughter, Michelle Collier and husband Mike of Abilene; brother, D. C. Templeton of Rankin, Texas; sister, Wanda Corder of Coleman; one grandson, Marc Collier; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 27, at Wylie Baptist Church with John Fanning and Rev. Lee Fuller officiating, directed by The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene. Interment will follow in Elliott-Hamil Garden of Memories.
Memorial contributions may be made to Wylie Baptist Church Building Fund, 6097 Buffalo Gap Road, Abilene, TX 79606, or the donor's charity of choice.
Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com.
I just wanted to let you know that my dad Clyde Hammack died August 5th this year. He was diagnosed with cancer on May 5th and by August the cancer took over his body and he passed away. He had seven children. Trevor ('87), Jeremy ('89) and me, Hope Hammack ('97) were his blood children and his step children were Jeremiah, Lindsay, Stevanie and Tucker Hardman. He was a wonderful father and treated all of us as his own. He was my best friend, really my only friend and he is missed. I just wanted to let you know.
Thanks,
Hope (Hammack) Beatty
Please be praying for the Yost family during this time of loss. Patricia ('60), Gene ('63), and Jerry ('65). As well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Roselle Yost
Abilene
Roselle Yost, 92, formerly of Lawn, died Saturday, August 21, 2010, in an Abilene hospital. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, August 23, 2010, in Tuscola United Methodist Church with the Reverend Jeff Hatcher officiating. Burial will be in Tecumseh Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home.
Roselle "Rosy" was born July 1, 1918, to George and Ada Kemper in Clyde. She married George Yost September 20, 1941, in Anson. The couple lived at Lawn and farmed and ranched in the area for many years. She was a homemaker with numerous hobbies and interests. She enjoyed being a judge at the food and fiber show of the West Texas Fair and Rodeo and had a love for the Lord, sports, and games.
She was a member of the Senior Citizens group in Lawn and the Tuscola United Methodist Church.
Preceding Roselle in death were her parents; her husband; four brothers, Leonard Kemper, Raymond Kemper, Voyd Kemper and Freddie Kemper; and one sister, Thelma Jennings.
Survivors include one daughter, Patricia Cumby and husband Jackie of Abilene; two sons, Gene Yost and wife Karen of Ovalo and Jerry Yost and wife Debby of Abilene; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Ross Kemper of San Angelo; one sister, Madelyn Dugan of Clyde; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Kemper of Hobbs, New Mexico and Irma Kemper of Clyde; and numerous other relatives.
Memorials may be made to Tecumseh Cemetery Association, c/o Patty Ellis, 15255 FM 1178, Clyde, Texas 79510.
Sweet sweet Marcheta, I truly enjoyed our visits and your contributions to the Jim Ned Valley will continue to be a blessing for years to come. Sleep in Peace my friend.
Please pray for the Mayfield family during this time of sorrow.
Marcheta Faye Mayfield
Lawn
Marcheta Faye Mayfield, 81, passed peacefully from this life in her home with her five children in attendance on Wednesday, August 18, 2010, after a long illness. Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 21, 2010, at Lawn Baptist Church with the Reverend David Cason officiating, assisted by the Reverend Price Mathieson. Burial will be in Dewey Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, August 20, 2010, at the funeral home.
Marcheta was born October 19, 1928, on the Cook Ranch in South Taylor County, to Bond and Mae Belle Colbert Cook. She was the granddaughter of some of the first settlers in this area on both sides of her family. She attended school in Lawn and graduated in 1946.
Marcheta married Joe C. Mayfield May 19, 1946, and together they raised six children in Abilene, Bradshaw and Lawn.
As a couple, they followed oil production in South Texas, West Texas, and the North Sea, living in Aberdeen, Scotland, for several years. Returning to Texas, they farmed and ranched in the Lawn area. Marcheta was a homemaker, but also enjoyed working for Hiway Grocery, Presto Products, Dry's Manufacturing, and Master's Corporation, among others. In 1998, Marcheta converted a family building in Lawn into a local library and since then had kept the Cook-Mayfield Memorial Library open four days each week. She was a member of Lawn Baptist Church, which she loved, and was faithful to take her children to church. She was a member of the Honey Bees Home Extension Club, a board member and caretaker of Dewey Cemetery, and a friend to everyone.
Preceding Marcheta in death were her parents; her husband; a brother, Bob Cook; a son, Tommy Mayfield; her stepmother, Bessie Cook; and two step-sisters, Jo Abbott and Jean Marshall.
Survivors include two sons, Jim Mayfield and wife Phyllis of Ovalo and Mike Mayfield and wife Ginny of Lawn; three daughters, Carol Williams Graham and husband Virgil of Ovalo, Marsha Hill of Lawn, and Lorie Kraatz and husband Johnny of Lawn; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Jan Cook of Potosi, Ravinelle Mayfield of Tuscola, and Lavonia Hellums of Dale; one step-brother, Garland Hawkins of Scranton; one brother-in-law, Ernest Mayfield and wife Dorothy of Dale; and many nieces, nephews and loving friends.
To honor Marcheta, memorials may be made to Dewey Cemetery Association, c/o Cook-Mayfield Memorial Library, P. O. Box 97, Lawn, Texas 79530.
Please pray for the Ochoa family during their time of loss.
Elias M. Ochoa Sr.
Lawn
Elias M. Ochoa Sr., 61, passed away Monday, August 16, 2010, in a Dallas hospital. Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the McBee Cemetery near Ovalo. A viewing and visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 Wednesday at Abilene Funeral Home, 3349 N. 12th Street.
Mr. Ochoa was born May 24, 1949, in Donna, Texas to Alfredo and Martina Ochoa. He lived most of his life in the Lawn area.
Survivors include his wife, Angelita Ochoa of Lawn; two sons, Elias Ochoa Jr. and wife Christine of Abilene and Gregory Ochoa of Tyler; two daughters, Belia Vasquez and husband Antonio of Tyler and Elia Elaine Ochoa of Lawn; seven brothers, Alfredo Ochoa Jr., Raul Ochoa and Richard Ochoa all of Ovalo; Edward Ochoa of Benbrook, Uvaldo Ochoa of Lockney, Leroy Ochoa of Abilene and Joe Ochoa of Thrall; two sisters, Ida May Jimenez of Grand Prairie and Martina Cobb of Beaumont; and two grandchildren, Jordan and Sakari Ochoa.
Mr. Ochoa was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Elia and Belia Ochoa.
Honorary pallbearers will be Tonya Steele, Jordan Ochoa and Sakari Ochoa.
Memorials may be made to the Bone Marrow Foundation.
Online condolences and guest book may be signed at www.abilenefuneralhome.com
Please pray for the Graham family during this time of sorrow. John ('84) and Jolee ('92), you and your families are in our prayers.
Abilene
Jane Stringer Graham, 72, of Abilene, passed away Friday, August 6, 2010, at Hendrick Medical Center. She was born August 4, 1938 in Scott County, Arkansas to Archie and Lois Hunsucker Stringer. She graduated from Abilene High School in 1956. She worked in the dental field, taught for the Windham School District as a substitute teacher, and worked for Grape Expectations, a resale shop operated by the Noah Project.
Her final wishes were to support medical research and the education and training of future physicians by donating her body to Texas Tech School of Medicine.
She is survived by her children: Catherine Lenox of Abilene, John and Kathy Graham and Jolee and Wes Cannon, of Ovalo; grandchildren: Alexa Graham, Lanie Cannon and Lanie's baby sister due in October, and foster grandmother to many; one sister, Kaye Fischer, of El Paso; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Billie Huddleston and Earlene David, nephew Eric Fischer, and grandson D.J. Cannon.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the Ovalo Baptist Church with Minister Travis Akins and Reverend Vic Meyer officiating.
Special thanks to the staff of Hendrick Medical Center ER, Cardiac, and Critical Care Units who cared for our mother in the final days.
In lieu of flowers, we request donations be made to the following organizations, which she gave to regularly: Anthony's Blessing c/o Pregnancy Resources of Abilene, 2110 North Willis, Abilene, TX 79603; Salvation Army, PO Box 6929, Abilene, TX 79608.
Please pray for the Stephens and Pierson families as they morn the loss of Inez.
Abilene
Inez Stephens Pierson, 90, formerly of Tuscola, died Thursday, July 29, 2010, in an Abilene nursing home. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2010, in Tuscola Cemetery, with the Reverend Johnny Sheffield officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home.
Inez was born February 29, 1920, in Buffalo Gap to Walter William and Gladys Maxwell Stephens. She married Jessie R. Pierson May 12, 1941, in Buffalo Gap. Her husband was in the United States Air Force, and the couple lived in many places including Germany, Bossier City, Louisiana, Harlingen and San Angelo before moving to Tuscola in 1962 and to Abilene in 2003. She worked at the Abilene State School for 22 years, retiring in 1981. She was a member of Tuscola Church of Christ.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; a brother, Rudy "Whizzer" Stephens; and a grandson, John Rudy Stephens.
Survivors include three sons, Jessie W. Pierson and wife Cindy of Snyder, Johnny M. Pierson and wife Gerda of San Antonio, and Jeffery K. Pierson and wife Marcy of Round Rock; two daughters, Nancy A. Cruse and husband Greg of Abilene and Carol G. Kinnibrugh and husband Michael of Seymour; three brothers, James W. "Tuck" Stephens of Katy, Billy Mack Stephens of Tuscola, Glen "Red" Stephens and wife Jo of Snyder; three sisters, Maxine Pierson of Tuscola, Cora Ross of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, and Peggy Yown and husband Bob of Tuscola; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Please pray for this family regarding the passing of Monta Jean Appleton Kellar.
Monta Jean Appleton, class of 1975 - Monta Jean Kellar passed away at 8 'o clock this morning (July 31, 2010) at John Peter Smith hopital in Ft. Worth. To those who wish to attend the funeral (grave site only) it is on Monday, August 1, 2010 at the Buffalo Gap Cemetary at 2 P.M. The funeral home holding the service is the Fry-Bartlett funeral home in Tuscola, TX.
FORT WORTH — Monta Jean Kellar, who was involved in a July 21 one-vehicle accident in Eastland County, died Saturday from her injuries at John Peter Smith Hospital.
Kellar, 53, of Azle was driving a 2002 Ford Ranger eastbound on Interstate 20 near mile marker 348 when her vehicle left the highway and rolled over several times. She was taken to the Fort Worth hospital, where she remained until her death.
Texas Highway Patrol trooper Shannon Mauney investigated the accident.
Buffalo Gap
Monta J.Appleton Kellar, 53, formerly of Eastland, died Saturday, July 31, 2010, following a traffic accident earlier. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 2, 2010, in Buffalo Gap Cemetery, with the Reverend Graham Gutting officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Monta was born September 10, 1956, in Abilene to Gene and Frances Mackey Appleton. She was raised in Buffalo Gap and was a graduate of Jim Ned High School.
She lived in Eastland until 2009 when she moved to Arlington, then back to Buffalo Gap this year. She was a Baptist.
Preceding her in death were her parents and grandparents.
Survivors include two sisters, Randie Lou Appleton of Connecticut, and Melinda Posey; one aunt, Peggy Appleton of Snyder; two daughters, Shonda Smith and fiancé Angel Gonzales of San Antonio and Kristy Kellar and fiancé Klifton Boggs of Eastland; six grandchildren, Blake Kellar, Tyler Smith, Paige Smith, Aiden Gonzalez, Nathan Boggs and Riley Boggs; cousins, Judy Appleton Smith and husband Rickey, Sue Appleton Mathews and husband Larry, Price Appleton, Connie Appleton Miller and husband Vic, Rita Appleton Hagins and husband Kerry, and Sammy Appleton and wife;friends, Clay and Joni Kellar; many other friends; and her beloved dog, Tiny.
The family wishes to express special thanks to the I.C.U. nurses in John Peter Smith Hospital in Ft. Worth.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years Maggie Middleton of Eldorado, three daughters Ronda Newberry and husband Tim of Tuscola, Marci Tutt and husband Kevin of Tuscola, Shianne Middleton of Eldorado, two sons Shy Lowe Middleton of Brownwood and Lonnie Middleton of Eldorado, twelve grandchildren Mason Garner and wife Maegan, Austin Garner and fiancé Kaley, Kelsey and Karson Tutt all of Tuscola, Brees and Bray Guevara of Eldorado, and Korbin Blaise of Frisco, Dusti Dorman and husband Bobby of Buffalo Gap and Trisha Corbett of Clyde. Six great grandchildren Aubree Jo Garner and Creed Garner of Tuscola, Jayden and Tayler Dorman of Buffalo Gap, Cody and Bailey Corbett of Clyde, a brother Dale Middleton and wife Troi of San Angelo, and a sister Frankie “Jan” Sandlin of Cody, Wyoming, two brother in laws Curtis Stockton, Jr and wife Jeanne of Houston and Curt Stockton of Menard, an Aunt Anita Middleton of Brownwood and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ronnie was preceded in death by his Father, Mother, Grandparents, Uncles and Aunts.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm July 24, 2010 at Coggin Avenue Baptist Church with Richard Hetzel and Dallas Huston officiating and Tom Montgomery special speaker, interment will be at Ft McKavett Cemetery at 6:00pm July 24, 2010. The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00pm Friday evening at the Blaylock Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to West Texas Boys Ranch 10223 Boys Ranch Road San Angelo, TX 76904-3665.
The Marshall family needs your prayers during this time of loss.
William Doyle Marshall
Abilene
William Doyle Marshall, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 18, 2010, after a brief illness.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 21, 2010, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. H. B. Terry and Rev. Price Mathieson officiating. Burial will follow in McBee Cemetery in South Taylor County. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Doyle was born on March 13, 1929, to R. J. and Lottie Landers Marshall on their family farm near Ovalo, Texas. He met and married his Ovalo High School sweetheart, Lota Clyde Johnson Marshall in Abilene on November 23, 1946. They farmed in Ovalo and later moved to Abilene in 1947.
He is survived by his wife, Lota Clyde, daughter, Cindy Jeter, and sons, Bob Marshall and wife Donna, and Jerry Marshall, all of Abilene, John Marshall and wife, Mellie of El Paso, Don Marshall and wife, Diana, of Houston, and Randy Marshall and wife, Karen of Austin, sisters and brothers-in-law, Ginger and Melvin Faircloth and Bob and Frances Johnson, and brother-in-law, Roy Peoples, 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.
Doyle was preceded in death by his parents, R.J. and Lottie Marshall, two brothers, Weldon and Alton Marshall, three sisters, Lavelle Moore, Dorothy Little, and Patsy Peoples, and one son, Billy Marshall.
Doyle worked for 15 years for Chapman Lumber Company and was the varsity athletic bus driver for the Abilene school system for many years. Later in life, he and Lota drove for Avalon Mortuary Service. During the mid-sixties, Doyle coached the Abilene Eagles summer baseball team for Coach Blackie Blackburn.
Doyle's family would like to thank the emergency room and intensive care doctors and staff at Hendrick Medical Center for their attentive care.
Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com.
Keep the Barrington family in your prayers.
Abilene
Harvey L. Barrington, Jr., 81, died Tuesday, July 13, 2010, in an Abilene nursing center. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 16, 2010, in Elmcrest Baptist Church, 517 N. Pioneer Dr., with the Reverends Burtis Williams and Larry Meers officiating. Burial will be in Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. No visitation is planned.
Harvey was born August 21, 1928, in Lawn to Lida Hicks and Harvey Lee Barrington, Sr. He graduated from Lawn High School and from Cisco Junior College with an Associates Degree. He served in the United States Army during WWI until 1946. He married Edna Irene Cook on June 29, 1955, in Abilene. He worked for J. H. Strain Construction Company for 12 years and Brontke Construction Company for 20 years in many West Texas locations. He was a superintendent in concrete work building forms for bridges, retiring in 1993. He was an avid fisherman and a member of Elmcrest Baptist Church.
Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife; and one sister.
Survivors include one sister, Marie Gill and several nieces and nephews, including Terry Cook of Abilene.
Please be praying for the Oren Egger family. Gloria was such a sweet spirit and I know the Lord has picked a very fragrant flower. I was so glad I got to visit with her at church on the 4th of July. Gloria will be truly missed.
Gloria Jean Egger
Tuscola
Gloria Jean Egger, 75, died Monday, July 12, 2010 in an Abilene hospital. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 14, 2010, in Lawn Baptist Church, with the Reverend Price Mathieson officiating. Interment will be in Slater's Chapel Cemetery in Nolan, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home of Tuscola. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Gloria was born April 10, 1935, to Oscar and Ruby Maynard Ensminger in Nolan. She married James Oren Egger May 26, 1951, in Divide, Texas. She lived in Lubbock while her husband, Oren, was in college. The couple moved to Lawn in 1954 and to Tuscola in 1988. She was an active member of Lawn Baptist Church. She worked at the West Texas Fair in Abilene as a judge and director in arts and crafts for many years. She participated in all family activities, including family farming. Her lifelong job as a mother and homemaker was caring for her family, her husband, her friends, and her church.
Preceding her in death were her parents and one sister, Wanda Buchanan.
Survivors include her husband, Oren Egger of Tuscola; one son, Stan Egger and wife Nan of Tuscola; one daughter Ora Jean Lee and husband Jimmie of Seymour; four grandchildren, Cole Egger of Dallas, Jessica Egger Baldwin and husband Scott of Hudson, Wisconsin, Jill Steward and husband Cody of St. Jo, , and Jacie Abney and husband James of Carrolton; and several other relatives.
Memorials may be sent to Lawn Baptist Church, P. O. Box 26, Lawn, Texas 79530.
Please pray for Chelsea's family during this time of loss.
Chelsea Gae Billings
Baird
Chelsea Gae Billings, 22, of Baird died Thursday July 8, 2010 at an Abilene hospital. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the Buffalo Gap Cemetery with Merv Warrick officiating under the direction of Bailey - Howard Funeral Home.
Chelsea was born July 31, 1987 in San Antonio, Texas to Joseph Arden Billings and Annetta Gay McDaris. She graduated from Jim Ned High school and was a member of Elm Creek Baptist Church. Chelsea moved to Baird from Arlington in 2008.
Chelsea is survived by her mother Gay Hendrickson "Lucky" of Baird; her father Joe Billings of Las Vegas; one sister Stephanie Billings of Clyde; aunt Melissa McKibben and husband Shaun and family of Abilene; uncle Matt McDaris and wife Christy of Keller; and cousins Sara and J.D. Reeves and children of Abilene, Tracy and Thumper Shelton of San Angelo, and J.D. Stoddard of Lawn.
Online condolences may be made at www.baileyhowardfuneralhome.com
Please pray for the Willis family - Mr. Willis was a 1955 graduate of Lawn Longhorns
Billy Willis
Billy Don WillisAbilene
Billy Don Willis, 73, of Abilene, passed away at his home on July 6, 2010.
Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 9 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home 6449 Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 10, at Southwest Park Baptist Church, 2901 South 20th with Brother Mike Woodard officiating. Burial will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. Arrangements are being made by The Hamil Family Funeral Home.
Billy Don was born in Lawn, Texas to Dick and Jewell Willis on March 30, 1937. He graduated from Lawn High School and electrical training school. He married Barbara McCollum on August 31, 1956 in Abilene. He worked with Willis Electric Company for 50 plus years. He was a member of Southwest Park Baptist Church and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
Billy Don was preceded in death by his parents, Dick and Jewell Willis; two brothers, Roy and W.T. Willis; and one sister, Fern Carr. Don is survived by his wife, Barbara Willis; his daughter, Donna Wise and her husband, David, of Abilene; another daughter, Sharon Hill and her husband, Greg, of Oviedo, Florida; his brother, Lonnie Willis and his wife, Maggie, of Garland; two sisters, Dickie Haggard and Anita Dumis and her husband, Mack, of Abilene; his sister-in-law, Sue Willis of Abilene; four grandchildren, Andrew and Will Wise, and Collin and Haley Hill; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pallbearers will be Bill Dawson, Barry McCollum, Weston Willis, Scott Willis, Ray Garza, Bland May, and Pat Bechtel. Don's golfing buddies will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601. The family of Billy Don wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Hospice and all of those who cared for Don during his illness.
Online condolences may be posted at www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com.
Please pray for the Carlile family...Edwin Carlile is a 1968 grad
Carlile
Abilene
Ruby Cora Adams Carlile, 92, died Sunday, July 4, 2010, in her home. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2010, in Potosi Cemetery with the Reverend Bill Bardin officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Ruby was born February 27, 1918, to John Walter and Florida Bammer Bort Adams in Rocksprings, Texas. She married Eugene Carlile in 1940. She moved to San Angelo from Rock Springs. In 1967, she moved to Lawn and to Abilene in 1992. She became member of the Baptist Church when she was 10 years old and was a member of Berry Lane Baptist Church in Abilene. She was a homemaker, a wonderful devoted wife, mother and "Granny". Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; a son, Earl Wayne Carlile; and a great-granddaughter, Misty.
Survivors include two daughters, Louise Gartman and husband Don of Abilene and Shirley Gentry and husband James of Junction; one son, Edwin Carlile and wife Suzy of Abilene; ten grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and numerous great-great-grand children.
Please pray for the Reddell and Cole families.
Edna Reddell Cole
Abilene
Edna Reddell Cole went to be with our Lord June 27,2010. Born January 1, 1923 she grew up in Cedar Gap and graduated from Tuscola High School. She married Earl Cole in 1942, he preceded her in death. Edna retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone company after 34 years. She then worked for the Abilene Reporter News and Abilene Regional Hospital. Edna was very active in her church, Southern Hills Church of Christ, and truly loved all the people there. She will be greatly missed by everyone who ever met her. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and is survived by 2 daughters Edna and husband Loren Mussman of Amarillo, Tx, Judy and husband Gary Israel in San Antonio, Tx and 1 son Henry and wife Patsy Cole in Jacksonville, Texas. Six grandchildren Pam Wright and Troy Mussman of Amarillo, Texas, Vicki and husband Steve, Lotito Jamie and husband Mike Moore of Jacksonville, Tx, Gari and husband Bobby Horton, and Carl and wife Krysti Israel of San Antonio, Texas. She also leaves behind 11 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30AM on Saturday July 10,2010 at Southern Hills Church of Christ.
The family wishes to thank all her friends at Southern Hills Church of Christ who have cared for Edna and gave her such pleasure.
From Jennifer Adams: Yay!! IM GETTING MARRIED AUGUST 21, 2010!!!!
My dad Clyde Hammack has cancer and is working hard to fight the battle. Please keep him in your thoughts or prayers. He is my best friend and I want him around for a very long time.
Thanks
Hope Jena (Hammack) Beatty
Please pray for the Ledbetter/Fincher families.
Ethylene Ledbetter
Ethylene FincherEthylene Fincher Ledbetter, 86, of Breckenridge died Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at Hendrick Memorial Hospital in Abilene. Funeral service with Rev. Jeff Miller officiating will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Hart Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Melton-Kitchens Funeral Home.
A sixty-two year resident of Stephens County, Texas she was born in Guion, Texas in 1923 and grew up in Bluff Creek a community southwest of Abilene, Texas. A 1941 graduate of Bradshaw High School, Ethylene Ledbetter moved to San Diego, California where she worked for an aircraft manufacturing plant during WWII. After the war she lived for two years in Odessa, Texas where she and her first husband began their family with the birth of two boys, Harry and Gorfey. In 1949 she began a twenty year career with the United States Department of Agriculture in the Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service in Breckenridge, Texas.
She married Marion F. Ledbetter of Bradshaw, Texas in 1950 and added to her family with the birth of a son, Frederick Ledbetter in 1956. She was an active supporter of the Breckenridge Boys Choir and provided chaperon assistance on trips to Washington, DC in 1962, and other appearances around the State of Texas.
In 1961 she purchased the Ward House a 1900 vintage Greek Revival home in Breckenridge, and moved it to the Fincher family farm near Parks Camp where she lived for the next 49 years. Active in the First United Methodist Church for over 50 years, she was a member of the Friendship Sunday School Class, and Treasurer of United Methodist Women for many years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Marion, three brothers, Bert, Alex, and Jack Fincher, and one sister Ester. Survivors include three sons, Harry Ledbetter and wife, Linda of Hurst, Gorfey Ledbetter and wife, Janice of Breckenridge, and Fred Ledbetter of Breckenridge, two sisters-in-law, Virginia Fincher of Abilene and Donnie Fincher of Brady, three grandchildren, Kimela Ledbetter of Fort Worth, Deborah Ledbetter and Randall Carman of Plano, and Glen Wagley and wife, Erica of Breckenridge. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Caleb, Colton, and Stetson Wagley all of Breckenridge.
Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church or the donor's favorite charity and they can be left at the funeral home. The family invites friends to leave a condolence or share a memory of Ethylene in our online guestbook at www.meltonkitchens.com.
Melton-Kitchens Funeral Home
415 W. Williams St.
Breckenridge, TX 76424
Tel. 254/559-3311
Please keep the Kelley family and relatives in your prayers through this loss.
Jack D. Kelley
Tuscola
Jack D. Kelley, 91, died June 23, 2010, at an Abilene nursing home. Graveside services will be today at 3:00 p.m., June 24, 2010, in Tuscola Cemetery, with Richard Adkisson officiating, and directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be today from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Jack was born February 13, 1919, in Abilene to D. C. Kelley and Edna Landers Kelley. His family lived in several cities before settling in Clyde in 1948.
On November 11, 1938, Jack married his one and only sweetheart, Rosa Lee Snodgrass. They were married 62 years.
Jack moved his family to Tuscola in 1954. He worked full time for ABF Freight Lines, retiring after 33 years of service. He also farmed, raised cattle, moved families to new homes, and cleaned buildings by contract. He was a member of the West Side Church of Christ in Tuscola.
Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Rosa Lee Kelley; two brothers, Bill Kelley and George Kelley; three grandsons, Joe Chrz, Chris Yardley, and Greg Knox; one granddaughter, Kelley Ann Chrz; and one great-grandson, Wade Knox.
Jack and Rosa Lee raised five children: James Kelley and wife Mary Ann of Tuscola, Rose Cariker and husband Lee of Round Rock, Sherry Aldridge and husband Ronny of Lamesa, Jacquie Chrz and husband David of Abilene, and Tim Kelley and wife Charlotte of Ovalo.
In addition to his children, survivors include nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Pall bearers will be grandsons, Jeff Kelley, Jody Kelley, Clay Kelley, Wes Brooks, Mark Aldridge, and Tim Gallagher.
Honorary pall bearers would have been grandsons who preceded him in death, Chris Yardley and Greg Knox.
This information is from Mamie Betterton Carter
Please pray for the Elliott family.
Abilene
George W. Elliott Jr., 77, died Monday, June 07, 2010 in Abilene. His funeral service with Robert Winter officiating will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, June 11 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 HWY 277 South with burial following in the Garden of Gospel at Elmwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Thursday at Elmwood Funeral Home.
George was born in Ft. Worth on March 5, 1933 the son of George Walter Elliott Sr. and Annie Lorena Elliott. He grew up in Tuscola and graduated from South Taylor High School. He married Mary Nell Johnson at Caps Baptist Church on March 27, 1954. George was a warehouse supervisor with the Texas Department of Transportation for 37 years, retiring in 1993. He enjoyed gardening and fishing and was a devoted member of the Cowboy up with God's Word Church of Abilene. He loved his children and grandchildren deeply.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Mary Nell Elliott of Abilene; two sons, David Elliott and wife Mary of Abilene, and Ronnie Elliott of Cedar Hill; a granddaughter, GiNell Elliott of St. Louis, Missouri; his sister, Peggy Templeton and husband H.L. of Potosi; daughter-in-law, Grace Jones and husband Mark of Abilene; brothers-in-law, Bob Johnson and wife Erma of Abilene and Dalton Johnson and wife Ouida of Caps; a niece Michelle Collier and husband Mike and their son Marc of Potosi.
His son, Gary Don Elliott and grandson, Gregory Elliott preceded him in death.
Pallbearers for the service will be Russell Miller, Rocky Sanders, Todd, Dewayne, Larry and Colt Johnson.
Memorial donations are suggested to Cowboy up with God's Word, 1820 Beechwood, Abilene, TX 79603 or Caps Baptist Church, 6610 HWY 277 South, Abilene, TX 79606.
Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.elmwoodfuneral.com
Sorry I missed this one regarding the Martindale Family. Please keep them in your prayers.
Dorothy Carlene Martindale
Lawn
Dorothy Carlene Martindale, 75, died Saturday, May 29, 2010, at her home. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at Lawn Church of Christ with Mike Hardaway and Roy Meyer officiating. Burial will be in Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. today, May 30, at the funeral home.
Carlene was born October 12, 1934, in Crews, Texas, to Earline Clayton and J. R. Willis, Jr. She worked for 25 years at Abilene State School, retiring in 1996. She was a lifelong resident of Lawn and a member of Lawn Church of Christ.
Preceding her in death were her parents; two husbands, Linard Hughes and Clint Martindale; a son, Michael Hughes; and a step-daughter, Betty Mae Green.
Survivors include one son, Doug Hughes and wife Pam of Abilene; one daughter, Melissa Yarbrough and husband Jon of Tuscola; one step-daughter, Alice Faye Brown and husband Arnold of Grapeland; two step-sons, Tommy Martindale and wife Patsy of Oklahoma and Eddie Martindale and wife Shirley of Gainesville; one sister, Sonya Willis of Lawn; three grandchildren, Kathy Collingwood and husband David of Abilene, Jeannie DePoe and husband John of Iowa City, Iowa, Carson Wright of Abilene; two great-grandchildren, Dakota Collingwood and Samantha Collingwood, both of Abilene; and many cousins and other relatives.
Please pray for the Hazel Conklin family - Grandmother of Carolyn and Connie (Humphrey)
Hazel Marie Conklin
Abilene
Hazel Conklin, 96, died Sunday, May 16, 2010 at a local nursing home. Funeral services, with Rev. Burtis Williams officiating, will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the First Baptist Church in Tuscola. Burial will follow in the Drummond Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Hazel was born June 23, 1913 in Gonzales, Texas to Jesse James Smith and Callie (Pippen) Smith. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tuscola. Nanny loved to garden and tend to the chickens. She served so many meals to so many people over the years. Nanny loved all of her animals from the cows to the cats. We all loved Nanny BooBoo very much! The family would like to express thanks to all of Nanny's nurses and caregivers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Cecil Augustus Conklin in 1970, an infant daughter Wanda Jean, four brothers and one sister. Hazel is survived by one daughter, Sue Humphrey of Tuscola; two granddaughters, Carolyn Gleason and husband Robert, Connie McCoy and husband Chuck, all of Tuscola; six great-grandchildren, Kayla Hussman and husband R.D., Laura Gwinn and husband Waylon, Matthew Gleason, Jacob Gleason, Taylor Insall and Abigail McCoy; five great-great grandchildren, Tyler and Tanner Hussman, Kylie, Preslie and Cash Gwinn. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as many great nieces and nephews.
Robert Gleason, Chuck McCoy, Matthew Gleason, Jacob Gleason, Taylor Insall, R.D. Hussman and Waylon Gwinn will serve as pallbearers. Hazel's nephew and great nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Condolences may be submitted online at:
www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com.
Maxine Embree Brown
October 25, 1922 - May 8, 2010
Maxine Embree Brown
Plano
Maxine Brown, 87, died Saturday, May 8, 2010. Graveside services will be 2:00 Monday, May 10, 2010, in Tuscola Cemetery, with Dick Atkins officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be Sunday from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Maxine was born October 25, 1922, in Tuscola, to Horace and Belle Briley Embree. She and her husband Edgar Brown were engaged in farming and ranching in the Tuscola area until his death in 1969. In 1972 she moved to Abilene and later to Plano to be near family. She was especially devoted to her grandchildren. She was a homemaker and a member of the Highland Church of Christ in Abilene.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; and one sister Eloise Glover.
Survivors include one daughter, Judy Elliott and husband Dennis of Plano; one sister, Jacqueline Walker of Houston; four grandchildren, Justin Elliott, Jillian Elliott, Chase Elliott and wife Ashley, and Sagan Elliott; and one great-grandchild, Amelia Elliott.
And the WINNER is.....JIM NED INDIANS
38-0
Congrats on a Job well done!!
It's a Jim Ned Alumni vs. Winters Alumni Rivalry Football Game you will not want to miss.
Thomas Carpenter ('96) and others are helping with the practices and a group will be cooking brisket and burgers outside the Jim Ned Stadium gate during the day of May 1, 2010. Jim Ned game time will be 7:30 pm. There are still 13 slots available for any Jim Ned Alumni Football player who wants to particiapte in this event.
It would also be fun if someone would organize any of the Alumni Cheerleaders to come out and cheer for our Alumni team.
To celebrate the big Jim Ned WIN there will be an after party held at Duetschlanders in Buffalo Gap.
April 16, 2010 to May 2, 2010
Central Texas Group B - Click HERE
2. Your team's roster/contact info will be emailed to you weekly on Mondays.
3. Attend Team Meeting (see "Team Chart" below and check back for details)
4. Thoroughly review "Team Chart" & "FAQ's" below.
5. Bookmark www.westtexasc.com as all updates posted here.
Make calls to build your team!
Please be praying for this wonderful family. I sure will miss this classy lady. I am so very thankful for her kindness and generosity as I was collecting family histories of the Jim Ned Valley Community. I went by to visit her in mid-March to show her the cemetery books and let her know how much I appreciated her contribution of the Rogers Cemetery. I love you Anna Bell. "Well done, thou good and faithful servant....enter thou into the joy of thy Lord."
Anna Horton
Tuscola, Texas
Anna Bell Horton, 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, April 22, 2010. Services will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 25, 2010, in First Baptist Church, Tuscola, with the Reverend DeWayne Bush officiating. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6 – 8:00 p.m. today, Saturday, at the funeral home.
Anna Bell was born in Sipe Springs to Jim Cyril and Lila Ruth Rogers Jones. She married Everett G. Horton December 9, 1940, in Rogers. Her husband worked in the oil fields, and the couple lived in many West Texas towns in their early married life. . In 1972 she and Everett moved to Tuscola from Kermit, where she was very active in the Women's Home Demonstration Club. Family and friends were very important to Anna Bell and her wonderful cooking skills were enjoyed by many, especially her grandchildren. An avid Dallas Cowboys fan, she took a great interest in the participation of her children and grandchildren in all sports activities. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Tuscola.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; and her sister, Francis Cumby.
Survivors include two daughters, Julia "Judy" Coffman and husband Walter of Tuscola, Ronda Appleton and husband Bill of El Paso; one son, Hank Horton and wife Sharon of Midland; four grandsons, Weldon Coffman and wife Paula of Tuscola, James Coffman and wife Krista of Austin, Tadd Horton and wife Jana of Hobbs, New Mexico, and Brett Horton and wife JoAnn of Hobbs; five granddaughters, Suzy Coffman of Graham, Kim Moon and husband Brett of El Paso, Lizzy Escobar and husband David of El Paso, Jenny Appleton of Dallas, and Misty Gilbert and husband Brad of Hobbs; fourteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601 or to Rogers Cemetery, % Karen Yost, First State Bank in Tuscola, P. O. Box 98, Tuscola, Texas 79562.
Below is an excerpt of the interview I had with Anna Bell in 2009. Her full story will be in the Traveling Tales and Whispering Walls book by the Jim Ned Valley Heritage Preservation.
Please pray for the Kelly Denson Smith ('85) family and consider sending Kelly a note.
Kelly writes: Our eldest daughter, Caitlin, was due in September 2010. On April 14, she was involved in a serious car accident. She has a fractured hip and a pelvis that is fractured in 3 places. Our grandson, Avery Jack, was born on April 15, 2010, but was too seriously injured to survive. He died the morning of April 15. Caitlin was in the hospital for a week and will spend 2 - 3 months in rehab. We are sad about AJ, but thankful that we didn't lose both of them.
Troy Hudek's Nephew and Lisa's son Chris.
Please keep the Best family in your prayers.
Eva Best
Bradshaw, Texas
Eva Rose Self Best, 98, died in Atria Vista Del Rio Assisted Living, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, April 14, 2010. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Bradshaw Baptist Church with the Reverend Ed Bigham officiating. Burial will be in Bradshaw Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Eva was born October 30, 1911, in Ovalo, to Millard Filmore and Margaret Jane Coley Self. Eva was the last surviving member of her class at Ovalo High School. She married Wesley W. Best February 15, 1934. The couple lived most of their married life in Bradshaw where they operated a mechanic shop primarily for the repair of farm equipment. They celebrated 61 years of marriage before Wesley's death in 1996. Eva had an extraordinary memory and knew many people in south Taylor and North Runnels counties, how they were related, who married whom, and much about their lives through several generations. During the late stages of the Great Depression and World War II, Eva taught many folks how to can and preserve food. She and Wesley almost always had a garden. Wesley often remarked that you didn't have to pay income tax on food you grew.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband; one sister, Wilma Dee Wilder; and a brother, Hilbin (Slim) Self.
Survivors include two daughters, Zilla Rose Best Partee of Big Spring and Norma Faye Best Morgan and husband Jerry of Boulder City, Nevada and Los Alamos, New Mexico; and one sister, Beatrice Childers of Abilene.
Survivors also include the following descendants: grandchild, Mariam E. Morgan-Smith and husband Dennis and their daughters, Lauren Faye Morgan-Smith, and their granddaughters, Hannah and Sarah, and a grandson, Wesley; grandchild, Jenica Marie Morgan-Smith-Cline and husband Andrew and their granddaughter, Margaret and grandson, Oliver, all of Albuquerque, and grandchildren Merik Morgan of Bozman, Montana, and Marsh Morgan and wife Sarah of Los Alamos; grandson Devin Partee and wife Judy of Abilene, and their children: Ashley Partee, of Abilene, and Rose M. Partee of San Antonio; Terry Barber and wife Kerri of San Antonio and their son, Noah; Bobby Barber and wife Vicki of White Oak, and their children, Bo and Jasmine; and Crystal Barber of Dallas; Stephanie Brown and husband Luke of Abilene, their children Tara, Matthew and Izabella; grandson Richard Partee and wife Sidney and their six children of Breckenridge, Michael, Michele, Varian, Chance, Courtney and Samantha; Becky Kennedy and her two sons, Chris and Anthony, and her three granddaughters; Tommy Partee and his three daughters, one granddaughter and one grandson; Pat Vanover and her daughter, son, two granddaughters, and two grandsons, and one great-grandson; and Jeanette Ross and her daughter, son, and six grandsons; and several other relatives.
Please pray for the family of Marguerite Cross.
Ovalo, Texas
Marguerite Cross, 88, died Friday, April 9, 2010, at her home. Graveside services will be 2:30 p.m. in McBee Cemetery east of Ovalo, with the Reverend Bill Alexander officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be today, Saturday, April 10, 2010, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Marguerite was born May 1, 1921, in Ovalo, to Parker and Demby Papasan Ballard. She was a long-time resident of the Ovalo area and graduated from Ovalo High School. She married G. C. Cross November 15, 1941, and lived in San Angelo during the World War II era from 1942 to 1948. She was a homemaker and a member of Tuscola United Methodist Church.
Preceding her in death were her parents and her husband.
Survivors include one son, Darrell Cross and wife Linda of Ovalo; one grandson, Cody Cross of Ovalo; one granddaughter, Kelly Calvert and husband Kris of Arlington; one brother Bill Ballard of Houston; and several other relatives and friends.
Opal M. Copeland
Abilene,Texas
Opal M. Copeland, 90, died Friday, March 12, 2010, at her home. Services will be 2:30 p.m. Monday, March 15, 2010, in Lawn Baptist Church with the Reverends Price Mathieson and Lynn Turnbow officiating. Burial will be in Dewey Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 2:00 ? 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Opal was born August 19, 1919, in Lawn to Mark Henry and Bessie Annie Grant Zimmerlee. She attended school in Dewey and Lawn. She married Alton Dale Copeland October 22, 1936, in Lawn. The couple lived in the Lawn area until moving to Sweetwater in 1943. Opal worked at Simmons Memorial Hospital as a certified nurse?s aid, as a seamstress at Walls Industries and later worked in the family business, Copeland?s Texaco Station. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church in Sweetwater. In 2001, she and Alton moved to Abilene.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her step-mother, Ada Zimmerlee; one daughter, Janice Marie Kite; two brothers, Marcus and Roger Zimmerlee; and one great-grandson, Trevor Bond Copeland.
Survivors include her husband, Alton of Abilene; one son, Richard Copeland and wife Janice of Sand Springs; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members and friends.
The family want to express a special thanks to the inpatient staff of Hendrick Hospice and to the home-care staff, Jodi, Peggy and Fifi.
Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601.
Please be praying for Randy Graham's ('84) family during this time.
Gloria Graham
Tuscola, Texas
Gloria Graham, 67, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2010, in Pioneer Drive Baptist Church with the Reverend Johnny Sheffield officiating. Burial will be in Graham Family Cemetery at Cedar Gap, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Gloria was born November 12, 1942, in Houma, Louisiana. She was raised by her mother and step-father, Theda and Ben Wheeler. She married Bobby N. Graham March 21, 1964, in Trent. She worked for Timex in Abilene and in Bryant, Arkansas, and was also a receptionist for an allergy clinic in Bryant. She moved to Cedar Gap in 1982 and was office manager for Dr. Barry Hoefer in Abilene for 27 years, retiring in December 2009. She returned to Abilene in 1992. She was a Baptist.
Preceding her in death were her step-father; and the father of her children, Bobby Graham.
Survivors include two daughters, Connie Stone and husband Billy, and Lonnie Powell and husband David, all of Abilene; one son, Randy Graham and wife Charla of Haslet; her mother, Theda Wheeler of Trent; one brother, Larry Hartline and wife Bonnie of Trent; two sisters, Brenda Martin and husband George of Loraine and Peggy Hartline of Colorado; nine grandchildren, Toby Stone, Lacy Stone, Kara Galinak, Amanda Partin, Darci Weaver, Clint Powell, Nicki Powell, Kenzek Graham and Rani Graham; seven great-grandchildren, Bailie, Katelynn, Matthew, J. T., Aili, Halle and Braxton; and several other relatives.
Please pray for this family. John was in the class of 1958.
Homer was in the class of 1955 of the South Taylor Flying Tigers. Please pray for this family.
Colt McCoy Week
Brad McCoy | Weldon Dacus | Colt McCoy |
Merkel HS -Athlete - 1978 grad |
Brady HS - All-State End - 1950-1951 |
Jim Ned HS - All-State QB -2003-2005 |
ACU - Receiver |
TCU - End - 1951-1953 |
University of Texas - QB - 2005-2010 |
HS Coach | Midwestern Univ. - End - 1954 | Record Breaking HS and College Careers |
Sheppard AFB -Center - 1955-56 | 07-Jan-2010 BCS Championship Game |
Go LongHorns
Colt McCoy - The Christian Athlete - Senior QB Colt McCoy has been named the winner of the 2009 Bobby Bowden Award, honoring the FBS student-athlete who conducts himself as a faith model in the community, in the classroom and on the field, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has announced. http://mack...brown-texasfootball.com/sports/m-footbl/
Alabama 37 - Texas 21
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Mary was a 1949 graduate of South Taylor High School. Please pray for this family during this time of loss. A servant called home.
Mary Pinkston
Bowman
Abilene, Texas
Mary Virginia Bowman passed away on January 2, 2010, into her eternal reward at Hendrick Hospital.
The celebration of her life will be on Wednesday, January 6, at 2:00 PM at Lawn Baptist Church. The Rev Larry Millican and the Rev. Price Mathieson will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Cedar Gap Cemetery directed by The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 5, at the funeral home from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM.
Mary was born on February 15, 1930 to Mertie and T.J. Pinkston. She attended school in Tuscola and graduated from high school in 1949 from South Taylor High School, now Jim Ned High School. She married Welton Bowman, the love of her life, on April 16, 1949. They loved and laughed in their 57 years of married life. Three children were born to them, Joan and Elvin, both of Abilene, and Mendy, of Oplin.
She worked for AISD for many years, and retired from Abilene State School. She was a strong Christian woman, who bequeathed her faith to her children. She leaves us with a strong heritage of faith and family, and was dearly loved by her church family.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Welton. She was the baby of her family and the last surviving sibling. Her brothers were M.L., Walter, Earl, and Eugene Pinkston. Her sisters were Lavene Phariss, and Luella Davis. She was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Heather Millican.
She is survived by her children, Joan and Larry Millican, Elvin and Patti Bowman, and Mendy and Steve Stogsdill; nine grandchildren, Molly and Phillip Thomas, Joy and Jason Beard, Christy and Randy Clark, Lacy and Jordan Reeder, Matt and Tammye Smith, Laura Millican, Daniel Millican, Emily Stogsdill, and Alex Stogsdill; and six great-grandchildren. Survivors also include Corrine Pinkston, wife of Walter Pinkston, and many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be her nephews.
The family wishes to extend grateful thanks to the staff at Hendrick Hospice. Memorials may be given to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory Street, Abilene, TX 79601.
Online condolences may be made to www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com.
So sorry that I missed posting this information about David Tafelmeyer. David attended Jim Ned High School for a couple of years with the class of 1984. Please pray for this family.
David Dean Tafelmeyer passed away on September 30, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 43. Services will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 4933 S. 7th St. with Pastor LaVerne Janssen officiating under the direction of Bailey-Howard Funeral Home in Clyde. Interment will be at Mt. Hope cemetery in Anson, TX. The family will be receiving friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2009 at 4533 Curry Lane, Abilene.
David was born in Abilene, Texas to David Allen and Judy Ann Tafelmeyer on June 4, 1966. He attended schools in Abilene and Tuscola. David was employed by King Insulation upon his death.
David was loved and cherished by many. He fought a long battle against drugs and alcohol and recently had a joyous celebration of 4 years of sobriety. David was always caring to everyone and never turned down anyone's request for help. He was the backbone of the AA group "Git-R-Done" and many friends knew that if something needed to be done, David was the first to "Git-R-Done".
David was blessed to attend the Big Country Emaaus walk recently that reinforced his relationship with the Lord. The family thanks all those that have prayed for him these last few weeks.
He was a lifelong member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, Abilene and also attended the Church on the Rock congregation with many of his AA friends. They were considered his second family. There was never anyone he met that wasn't a stranger.
He is survived by his parents, David Allen Tafelmeyer and wife Bobbie of Clyde, TX; Judy Ann Brazell of Anson, Texas; brother Daryl Tafelmeyer of Corinth, Texas; sister Janna Atkins and husband David of Abilene; stepbrothers Virgil Brazell and wife Theresa of Anson, Texas, Larry Brazell and wife Tina of Abilene and Jeff Leader and wife Cindy of Hurst, Texas; stepsister Teresa Cole and husband Johnny; grandmother Shirlee Smith of El Paso, Texas; daughter Alyssa Pugh and husband Aaron of Abilene; one granddaughter Olivya Pugh of Abilene; James Stubblefield, longtime companion; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended AA family.
David was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr.and Mrs. Paul Tafelmeyer; grandfather Cecil Smith, Step-father Virgil Brazell, stepbrother Hutch Willingham and nephew Jacob Atkins.
Special thanks to Hendrick Hospice and the many friends and extended family, especially Margaret Dunn, Martha Moss, and Kim Hines, who watched over him at the hospital during his stay. Memorials can be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church; the AA group "Git-R-Done"; Hendrick Hospice; Church on the Rock, or donor's favorite charity.
On-line condolences can be made at www.baileyhowardfuneralhome.com
Please continue to pray for this family. Sharing requests for Randall ('84) Graham's family
Pray for the Boozer and Martin families during this time of loss.
Celeta Boozer Martin
Abilene,Texas
Celeta Boozer Martin, 94, died Thursday, December 10, 2009 in a local care center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Elliott-Hamil Chapel of Memories, 542 Hickory, with Dr. Steve Joiner officiating. Burial to follow in McBee Cemetery, South Taylor County.
Celeta was born on June 14, 1915 in Ovalo, Texas to the late Alvin and Nellie Boozer. She was a graduate of Ovalo High School and married Wayne Avon Martin in Putnam, Texas in September of 1935.
Celeta was employed as a telephone operator in Ovalo, Texas for nine years. When she moved to Abilene in 1942 she continued her career with Southwestern Bell for 40 years. She was an active member of Telephone Pioneers and was a secretary of the local chapter for 39 years.
She was an active member of the South Side Baptist Church in Abilene where she served as director of the Senior Adult Sunday School Department for a number of years. Also, she was a member of Rose Park Senior Citizens, where she was an active quilter. Celeta was a volunteer for the Baptist Association of Social Ministries as well.
Survivors include a son, Eddie W. Martin and wife, Shirley of Buda, TX; a brother, Van M. Boozer and wife, Melba of Abilene, TX; two sisters, Su Swindle of Abilene and Mrs. James W. (Joretta) Pogue of Abilene; three grandsons, James Allan Martin of Austin, TX, Dr. Cory Martin of Scottsdale, AZ, and Michael Martin of Buda, TX; and four great-grandsons. She is preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Avon Martin; a brother, Harold Boozer; and a sister, Fern Boozer Wood.
Memorials may be made to Windcrest Alzheimer's Care Center, 6050 Hospital Dr., Abilene, TX 79606.
You may view and sign guestbook at www.mem.com
Our hearts are heavy at this time as we hear about the passing of Sharla Berry Cranfill's son Gavin. Please keep this family in your prayers. The memorial service will be held at the Ovalo Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 6th. Gavin passed away Thursday, December 3, 2009. Sharla is a 1985 graduate of Jim Ned and the family presently lives in Frisco, TX.
Please Pray for the Robbins family during this time of loss. Dorothy was a 1936 Graduate of the Tuscola Tigers.
Frisco, Texas
Dorothy Robbins, 91, formerly of Abilene, died Wednesday, November 25, 2009. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2009, in Tuscola Cemetery with the Reverend DeWayne Bush officiating, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. today, Saturday, November 28 at the funeral home.
Dorothy was born September 29, 1918, in Winters to David and Lillie Mae Holmes Dean. She graduated from high school in 1936 in Tuscola and married Troy Clyde Robbins July 8, 1937 in Tuscola. In 1941, the couple moved to Abilene from Tuscola. She worked for several businesses in Abilene including T. S. Langford and Sons and the Rita Barber Company. She retired in 1985 from Abilene State School, where she had worked ten years. In 2007, she moved to Prosper, and to Frisco in 2009. She was a Baptist.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband April 4, 1972; one daughter; six brothers; and four sisters.
Survivors include one son, Ron Robbins and wife Linda of Prosper; one daughter, Peggy Houghton of Ft. Worth; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mrs. Petree was my first grade teacher when we were living at Caps for a while. Her and her husband Raymond, both taught school in Tuscola in the 40's. Please pray for the Petree family during this time of loss and heaven's gain.
Abilene, Texas
Evelyn Petree, 93, of the View community passed away on November 17th, 2009. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 19th at 2:00 PM at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Burial will follow the service at Elmwood Memorial Park.
Evelyn, born on June 22, 1916, was the first child of Eva Lee and R. Y. Buchanan. She attended Wylie schools and completed high school at Abilene High. Evelyn married Raymond Petree on July 28, 1938. She began teaching in the Delk community with her husband before they both graduated from McMurry College in 1940. She left teaching and worked in the Abilene Post Office while her husband served in the Air Force during World War II. Upon his return, they both began teaching in Tuscola in 1945. She campaigned with Raymond as he ran for County Tax Assessor in 1946 and was so proud as he was sworn into office.
Her only child, Richard, was born in 1947, and she enjoyed staying home with him for four years. She then had the opportunity to return to teaching at Wylie Elementary. After teaching there until 1954, she moved to Butterfield Elementary where she taught kindergarten, first, and second grades for 31 years, often teaching more than one grade at a time. She was loved and respected by her many students.
She not only taught school, but every Sunday she would serve her Lord by teaching a group of young children in her church. After retirement, she became a student again in Bible Study Fellowship and later taught the children of mothers who attended the classes. Every summer she would lead Vacation Bible School for another group of youngsters. Teaching was so important to her, but she taught her students more than reading, writing and arithmetic - she taught them about God and life.
Evelyn enjoyed cooking and was very successful in West Texas Fair baking and canning contests, several times winning sweepstakes honors. She also entered each of her grandchildren in the Grandma Brad contest at the fair, always believing hers to be the best. She also entered the West Texas Pecan Show and won several years with her entries.
She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond.
She is survived by her son Richard and his wife Cammie of Abilene. Grandchildren: Angela and Brian Carter of Lubbock; Robert and Keva Fowlkes of Iraan; Shawn and Anna Petree of Seattle; Jason and Leslie Petree of Signal Mountain, Tennessee; Chance and Whitney Petree of Abilene; Megan Rausch and Austin Petree of Abilene. Great-grandchildren: Scout and Will Carter, Addison and Asher Fowlkes, and Moriah and Elijah Petree. Other survivors include her brother Hollis Buchanan and wife Marcia Lee and their children.
Memorials may be made in Evelyn's honor to Sears Community Hospice Services, 3233 South Willis, Abilene, Texas 79605; or the church of the donor's choice.
Guest Registry may be signed and condolences submitted to:
www.HamilFamilyFuneralHome.com
Please be praying for the McMillon family.
J.T "Jake" McMillon
Lawn, Texas
J. T. "Jake" McMillon, 94, died Friday, November 13, 2009, in Abilene. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2009, in Lawn Baptist Church, with the Reverend Price Mathieson officiating. Burial will be in Dewey Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. today, November 14, 2009, at the funeral home.
Jake was born August 16, 1915, in Moro to Wiley A. and Winnie Utley McMillon. He was a graduate of Bradshaw High School and married Euna Sheppard November 23, 1938, in Wingate. He farmed in Moro for two years and moved to Lawn in 1940 and to Abilene in 2001. He served as county commissioner for 36 years, retiring in 1985. He continued farming until 1995. During his tenure as commissioner, the Courthouse, the Coliseum and the Juvenile Detention Center were constructed. He was a deacon at Lawn Baptist Church for a number of years and a member of South Taylor County Lions, serving as president three times. He was an accomplished bass singer and sang in gospel quartets as well as solos for many years.
Preceding him in death were his parents; one grandchild, Joel McMillon; four sisters; and two brothers.Survivors include his wife, Euna McMillon of Abilene; two sons, Donald McMillon and wife Jean, and Ronald McMillon and wife Bobbye, all of Abilene;five grandchildren, L. Mark McMillon and wife Wendy of Plano, Matthew McMillon and wife Rebecca of Abilene, Marci Phillips and husband John of Texarkana, Jeff McMillon and wife Kimberely of Abilene, and Holly Moore and husband Clark of Frost; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Memorials may be made to Lawn Baptist Church, Lawn, Texas 79530, or Abilene Education Foundation, P. O. Box 1999, Abilene, TX 79604.
Please pray for the Willis family
Those that grew up in the Bradshaw area or new the Hunt family may want to attend this memorial service. Please pray for the Hunt family.
Robert Meno 'Bob' Hunt
May 25, 1925 - November 2, 2009
Robert Meno Hunt, 84, died on Monday morning, November 2, 2009 in Winters, TX. The son of the late Wayne and Minnie Hunt, he was raised in Bradshaw, TX leaving to serve in the Navy during WWII and later pursuing a career that took him all over the world. He returned to Taylor County in 1976 when his assistance was needed. He is also preceded in death by Joy Dorothy Jolissaint, his wife of 55 years.
Survivors include his beloved wife and companion, Lenora Higgins Hunt, a Son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Dahelia Hunt, daughter Melanie Hunt, step-son William (Pete) Higgins and Step-daughters Nancy Ward, Barbara Vaughn and Susan Shepard. His grandchildren include Shane, Slade, Tamara Joy and Josh Hunt, and he has 3 great grandchildren. Other survivors include a cousin, Olivia Horn and her daughters, Cathy Forbes and Mindy Brent.
A Robert Meno (Bob) Hunt Memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, November 28th, 1:00PM, at the family's old Audra Mercantile in Bradshaw, TX. To celebrate a life so well lived, friends and family will gather to dine and reminisce after the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to be made to the Bradshaw Cemetery Association or Hospice of the Big Country.
For all that know Andy and Cindy Stockton, please keep them in your prayers as Cindy's Dad and two of his grandsons went to be with the Lord Sunday due to a plane crash. We love you guys and our prayers are with you.
Please be praying for the Duke family during this time of loss.
Dennis Michael "Snoopy" Duke
Abilene, Texas
Dennis Michael "Snoopy" Duke, 51, died Saturday, October 31, 2009 in Abilene. At the time of his death, he was doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle and the feeling of peace and freedom that came with it. His memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 6, 2009 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 HWY 277 South.
Dennis was born in Savannah, Georgia on January 29, 1958. He lived in many places growing up as the son of a career Air Force father. Around 1970, the family was stationed at Dyess Air Force Base and Dennis has been in the Abilene area since that time. He graduated from Wylie High School in 1976 and later attended Cisco Junior College where he enjoyed being a part of the marching band that participated in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. He has owned and operated Duke RV since 1992, where he has earned himself a loyal following and a reputation for being honest and skilled in his profession.
Dennis had many passions; he enjoyed photography, Nascar, and bowling, even going to National Tournaments in his younger days. His biggest passion has always been his music. He was a member of the band "Task", could play many different instruments, wrote numerous songs, and loved passing time on the weekends jamming with good friend Don Sawyers.
Survivors include his father, Don Duke of Tuscola; his wife, Sharon Kay Duke of Abilene; two daughters, Jamie Osborne and husband Derrill of Abilene and Jennifer McIver and husband Jason of Royse City; three step daughters, Lisa Sawyers and husband Don of Tuscola, Randa Allen of Ft. Worth and Rebekah Williamson of Lawn; his sister Mary Ann Abbott and husband Horace of Merkel; six grandchildren, Summer, Zakhry, Brennan, Drake, Cameron and Briley; six step grandchildren, Tyler Williamson, whom he raised for 8 years, Tristen, Casey, Keirsten, Ryder and Haley; his niece, Ashley Carthel and husband Ty; and his nephew, Greggory Abbott and his wife Marla.
Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, Texas 79606.
Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.elmwoodfuneral.com
Please pray for the Dunlap family at this time of loss.
Abilene, Texas
Bert Young, 86, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009 in Abilene. His funeral will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October, 24, 2009 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, officiated by Reverends Jack Ridlehoover and Paige Baize. Interment will follow the service at Elmwood Memorial Park, Garden of Hope with Military Honors.
Bert was born October 22, 1923 in Taylor County to Sid and Betty Young. He graduated from Jim Ned High School, and volunteered to serve his country during World War II in the United States Navy. Shortly after the end of the war he returned to the Abilene area and married Floy Gooch on February 17, 1951 in Rule, TX. After marriage they settled near the family homestead to continue the tradition of ranching. Bert was a charter member of the ECCA Volunteer Fire Department and was an Honorary Deputy for Taylor County under Sheriff George Maxwell. He served as a volunteer for the Taylor County Stock Show for many years and was a member of both the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association and Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. He was also a member of Elm Valley Community Church.
Bert is survived by his sons, Gary Young and wife Janel of Elm Valley and Lowell Young and wife Johnna of Elm Valley; grandchildren, G. Bert Young and wife Amber, Traci King and husband James, Christopher Bert Young, Jessica Young, Shantel Young, and Tori Lackey and husband Brady; great-grandchildren, Ayden, Elaina, Rhion, Madalynn, Caleb, and Gunner.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Floy; seven siblings; and granddaughter, Krystal Young.
Pallbearers for the service will be; Bob Collins, Barry McCollum, Donnie Nelson, Jamie Smith, Danny Nelson, and Cody White.
Honorary Pallbearers will be; Oscar White, George Maxwell, Delbert Hall, Jim Graham, Joe Graham, Don Vickery, and Norm McVey
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be sent to Hendrick Hospice, 1682 Hickory St., Abilene, TX 79601, ECCA Volunteer Fire Department, 349 CR 278, Tuscola, TX 79562, or the charity of your choice.
Willa Glyn Adams Popnoe
Silver Valley
Willa Glyn Popnoe passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 16, 2009. A service celebrating her life and praising God for her will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, October 18, 2009, at Lawn Baptist Church with the Rev. Price Mathieson and Brother Troy Barrington officiating. Burial will be in Silver Valley Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett in Tuscola. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. preceding the funeral service.
Willa was born June 11, 1930 in Tuscola to Chester and Wilma McMillon Adams. Family and friends knew her as 'Bitty'. She was married to her beloved husband, Gerald "Jake" for 59 years. She had lived in Silver Valley since 1952. Bitty was a wonderful, loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She was the heart of her family and gave constant support and encouragement whenever needed. Most importantly she had a beautiful spirit and heart of gold. A hard working woman, most of her life involved manual labor, ranging from watch making, gathering broom weeds and mistletoe, having a chicken farm, a pig farm and co-owner of a decorative wood business for over 25 years. Her cooking was a true gift to many and her specialty was fried chicken and potato salad. Though she had too many recipes to mention, most notable was her turkey and dressing during the holidays. Her favorite pastime was fishing for crappie with her husband. She was a member of Primitive Baptist Church in Lawn.
Bitty was diagnosed with cancer in April 2006 and while she endured much pain and suffering she battled this horrible disease with dignity and courage with the assistance of her Lord and Savior.
Preceeding her in death were her parents; and two sisters, Fern Bever and Janie Beth Thompson.
Survivors include her husband, Jake; one son, Matt Popnoe of Brady; one daughter, Patti and husband Jon of Azle; two brothers, Ralph Adams and wife Jane of Abilene and Jerry Adams and wife Donna of Tuscola; two sisters Patty Rosson and husband Ken of Novice and Mary Phipps of Austin; three special people she referred to as her grandchildren, Sam Striegler, Jessie Smith and Lindsey Davidson; and many nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to those who were instrumental in her care, Dr. Victor Hirsch, Maria Ortiz, Dr. Robert Striegler and Sue Striegler.
Be in prayer for the Vaughn family - Steve '68 - Terry '71 - Sherry '72 - Judy '74 - for the loss of their father.
V.R. 'Runt' Vaughn
Lawn, Texas
V. R. "Runt" Vaughn, 78, died Tuesday, October 13, 2009, in an Abilene hospital. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2009, in Lawn Baptist Church, with the Reverends Price Mathieson and Mark Moore officiating. Burial will be in Dewey Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Runt was born February 11, 1931, in Hodges, to Earnest Lee and Flora McCoy Vaughn. He married Sue Stevens December 18, 1948, in Abilene. In 1969, he and Sue moved to Lawn. He worked at Abilene Brick Company and Walker Well Service. He was an iron worker for Rose and Sons Construction in Abilene and Vaughn Steel Contractors, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Lawn Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing golf and hunting and fishing.
Preceding him in death were his parents and eleven brothers and sisters.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Vaughn of Abilene; two sons, Steve Vaughn of Midlothian and Terry Vaughn and wife Penny of Merkel; two daughters, Sherry Gowin and husband Bob of Abilene and Judy Blackwell and husband Larry of Archer, Florida; six grandchildren, Scott Blackwell, Chad Blackwell, Misty Braly, Lacy Gowin, Ricky Vaughn and Shelley Vaughn; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601 or Lawn Baptist Church, Missionary Fund, P.O. Box 268, Lawn, Texas 79530.
Pray for the Dean family for their loss and heaven's gain.
Peggy M. Brolls
BUFFALO GAP
Peggy M. Brolls, 79, died Wednesday, September 30, 2009, in an Abilene hospital. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 2009, in First Baptist Church, Buffalo Gap with the Reverend Steve Joiner officiating. Burial will be in Buffalo Gap Cemetery, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Peggy was born June 6, 1930, to Glenn and Ella Mae Harrison Johnson in Buffalo Gap, where she was raised and spent most of her life. She married John Brolls April 25, 1984, in Buffalo Gap. She was an original member of Buffalo Gap Volunteer Fire Department, a charter member of Buffalo Gap Lions Club, secretary of the Buffalo Gap Community Business Association, and a former City Council member. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Buffalo Gap. She was involved in Taylor County Old Settlers Reunion, and was a "die-hard" Dallas Cowboys fan. Peggy was manager of the Bar-B-Que Barn for 37 years.
Preceding her in death were her parents and one sister, Glenna Haley.
Survivors include her husband, John Brolls of Buffalo Gap; one son, Larry Don Brookreson and wife Linda of Buffalo Gap; three daughters, Brenda Sue Tate and husband Roger Michael 'H. A.' of Dallas, Cynthia Lea Schranz and husband Kurt Alan of Buffalo Gap, Vicky Lynn Michaud and husband Michael Gerald of Oakdale, Illinois; two sisters, Joyce Glasgow and husband Joe of Buffalo Gap and Loyce Campbell of Klamath Falls, Oregon; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Buffalo Gap Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 506, Buffalo Gap, Texas 79508.
Great Homecoming - final score - JN 14 - Anson 6
Homecoming for Jim Ned is scheduled for September 18th at 7:30 against Anson. All alumni with the graduating year ending in a 4 or a 9, it is your Reunion year. Mark your calendars, come support the Indians Football team and celebrate your reunion year as well. Homecoming Parade and Alumni meeting information below.
The father of Randal Graham ('84), passed away today. Bobby N. Graham (September 25, 1938 - August 15, 2009). Please keep Randy and his family in your prayers.
Visititaion is at 6:30 Sunday night at Tuscola. Funeral is at 10:00 Monday morning at Buffalo Gap Baptist.
Please pray for the Wesley Cannon ('91) and Jolee Graham Cannon ('92) family in this time of loss.
Doyle John "D.J." Cannon
Parker Funeral Home
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Abilene
Doyle John "D.J." Cannon was born into heaven on August 11, 2009 in Abilene, Texas. He is survived by his parents Wesley and Jolee Cannon of Oplin, big sister Lanie, grandparents Jane Graham of Abilene, Jack and Brenda Cannon of Oplin, and Virgil Graham of Ovalo, Great-grandparents Berney and Evelyn Brzozowski of Yoakum, Uncles John Graham of Moro and Justin Cannon of Ovalo, Aunts Kathy Graham of Moro and Catherine Lenox of Abilene, and many other family and friends.
He was greeted in heaven by his great-grand parents Doyle and Betty Cannon, Bea Brzozowski, John and Lois Graham, Archie and Lois Stringer and special family friend Janice "Granice" Sadler.
The family will receive family and friends at their home from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2009.
Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Rogers Cemetery near Oplin, Texas. Vic Meyer will officiate with services under the direction of Parker Funeral Home of Baird, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Anthony's Blessing Perinatal Hospice c/o Pregnancy Resources of Abilene, 598 Westwood Drive, Ste. 209, Abilene, TX 79603; Trisomy 18 Foundation at www.trisomy18.org , or the donor's favorite charity.
Jesse Duane Rathbun
Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home
Thursday, July 9, 2009
By MEGAN HOLLAND
mholland@adn.com
Published: July 5th, 2009 06:59 PM
Last Modified: July 5th, 2009 10:45 PM
An 18-year-old from Texas died today in an ATV crash in Glennallen.
Jesse Rathbun of Ovalo, Texas, became trapped under a four-wheeler at Mile 8 of Klutina Lake Road just before 12:30 p.m., Alaska State Troopers said.
Initial reports are that Rathbun was driving a Suzuki 750 and crashed after trying to make a turn on the dirt road.
He was declared dead at the scene. He was not wearing a helmet.
Arnett Weeks Jr. remembered
Charles G. Anderson Sr. Special to the Reporter-News /
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Weeks died June 24 in Victoria after a short illness. Funeral services were Saturday at First Baptist Church in Bangs with burial in the Bangs Cemetery.
Weeks was superintendent of schools and football and track coach at the Jim Ned school district from 1959 to 1971. He later served as elementary principal in Anson and was superintendent and coach at Bangs school district from 1973 to 1985. Weeks was born near Goldsboro and graduated from Lawn High School is 1942.
He attended Howard Payne College and played football, but left in 1943 to join the Navy during World War II. Arnett earned a Presidential Unit Citation and three bronze stars as well as the U.S. Naval Commendation. He participated in three invasions in the Pacific — Saipan, Guam, and Iwo Jima.
His ship was sunk at Iwo Jima, but he survived.
In the fall of 1946, Arnett returned to Howard Payne to continue his education and to play football. He graduated from Howard Payne in 1949 and then earned a master’s degree from Southwest Texas. He began his teaching and coaching career at Grandview High School in 1949.
Arnett was athletic director and coached basketball, football, and track at Cisco Junior College from 1955 to 1958. After retirement, he assisted coaching track at HPU for about two years. He served in public educations for 50 years.
His daughter, Patsy Kennamer, of Bangs, said many of her father’s former students stayed in touch with him regularly.
“There are many, many of Daddy’s ‘boys’ from Grandview, Granbury, and Cisco who called and visited him frequently,” she said. “Daddy was inducted in the HPU Sports Hall of Fame last year.”
Kennamer said what really stands out is his love for the Lord and his love for children and young people.
Bruce Land, of Abilene, a retired coach and administrator, ran track for Weeks at Cisco Junior College in 1956-57 and was an All-American under Weeks for two years.
“Coach Weeks has always been an inspiration to me because of his Christian faith and his honesty and integrity,” Land said. “All these things helped me to mold my philosophies as I matured and became a coach and educator myself. I can think of no other role model that had a greater influence on my life than this man.”
Weeks was also involved in civic life. He served on the Bangs Independent School District board of trustees for 11 years and as the mayor of Bangs for one year.
He is survived by his wife, Patsy, and three daughters, Patsy Kennamer, of Bangs, Nancy Henry and husband Bill of Godley, and Janie McClatchy and husband Ricky of San Antonio; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Two sisters survive him: Johnnie Ruth Duncan of Big Spring, and Peggy Sue Satterwhite and husband Bobby of Lawn.
Visit the "In Memory" page and post a special response about Mr. Weeks if you would like.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the location of our Class of 1969 Reunion to be held this Saturday, June 27th, has changed. We will meet at the Activities Building of Tuscola United Methodist Church just one block South of the school on Highway 83. We regret this last minute change, and we certainly want to inform anyone who may want to join us for any part of this day.
Click on the Link 2009 Class Reunions to find more information about the 40-Year Class Reunion ~ scheduled for June 27, 2009 . The Class of 1969 will have a reunion June 27, 2009 at the Activities Building of Tuscola United Methodist Church. Our small class would LOVE to be joined by the classes ahead of us and behind us. Feel free to leave a message for Karen or Jaynie on the Class of 1969 profiles page.
June 20, 2009
10 - YEAR CLASS REUNION
Class of 1999
Coughlin-Miller
Pete Coughlin, of Dallas, TX and Reba Knight, of Lawn, TX are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kaylee Coughlin, to Garrett Miller, son of Joy & Dan Miller, of Ovalo, TX.
The bride is a 2006 graduate of Jim Ned High School, and will graduate from Texas Tech University in May 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies.
The groom is a 2006 graduate of Jim Ned High School. He is currently serving our Country in the United States Marine Corps.
The couple is planning a wedding for May 2010. They will reside in Abilene once they are married.
Click on the Link 2009 Class Reunions to find more information about the 10-Year Class Reunion for the Class of 1999 ~ June 20, 2009
South Taylor Class Reunion ~ scheduled for June 20, 2009 at the Jim Ned Cafetorium 1:00 - Evening. Evening meal will begin at 5:30.
Click on the link below to see the 25-Year Class Reunion Countdown Clock for 1983-1984-1985-1986~June 13, 2009. Also click on Link 25Yr Reunion Details to find out more about the events of the day.
http://www.happycountdown.com/JNHS1984/index.cfm
June 13, 2009
25 - YEAR CLASS REUNION
1983-84-85-86
A combined Class Reunion for the graduating classes of '83, '84, '85 and '86 will be June 13, 2009. For more information click on 25-Yr Reunion Details.... You can register at anytime after creating your profile by clicking on 25 Year Reunion Reg.
Reunion Confirmations
Debbie Dacus Stewart | Paula Hicks | Karen Boulter Morris | Ronda Middleton Newberry |
Donald Dacus | James Rhodes | Jerry Don Foster | Gayle Tatum Cook |
Kenneth Roberson | Randal Reid | Tomya Pennell Pemberton | Charlie Purcell |
Jerry Randall | Lee Dillard | Todd Abercrombie | Jon Conley |
Tammy Perry Pyeatt | Dee Langston | Karan Sanders Wright | Kirk Whitehurst |
Darla Newman Wright | Danette Walker Winn | Scott Waldrum | Jim Conley |
Jennifer Lockman Howard | Larry Mansker | Tina Poindexter Wilson | Tommy Fain |
Steve Stockton | Robin Yown | Connie Humphrey McCoy | Andy Stockton |
Keith Davis | Tony Cary | Casey Chambers | Randal Graham |
David Hill | Robbie Poindexter Grimes | Susynn Yates | Mike Stamey |
Eddie Edwards | Brian King | Sherry Johnson Hicks | Audra Johnson Ledbetter |
Jammie Conway | Staci Edgar Danford | Patti Davis | Janet Vaughn Griffith |
Jim Ned Indians
Combined Class Reunion
Class of '83, '84, '85 & '86
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2009
Remember: Register for Reunion (click on 25-Year Reunion) - Visit Often
Day Event:
Place: Rose River Properties (Previously American Legion Hall), 642 Kent Street, Tuscola
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lunch: Meat/Cheese Tray, Bread/Cracker Tray, Veggie/Fruit Tray, Cookie/Brownie Tray, Tea/Lemonade/Water – (BYOB or Sodas if desired)
Cost: Adults $6.00 – Youth (ages 4-12) $4.00 – Children 3 and under are Free
Invitation: Class/Families
Faculty and Parents visit option: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Activities: Visiting, Class Pictures, Lunch, Games, Air Castle for kids-donated by Jerry Don Foster (Class of ’85)
Evening Event:
Place: Rose River Properties (Previously American Legion Hall), 642 Kent Street, Tuscola
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Dinner: Steak/Grilled Chicken, Garlic Butter Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, Bread, Dessert, Tea - (BYOB & Sodas if desired) – Catered by Tim Newberry
Cost: Class/Guest – $20.00/per person
Entertainment: Live Band – Kelly Corn Band/Country Music 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Invitation: Class and their Guest
Activities: Visiting, Class/Guest Pictures, Dinner, Presentations, In Memory, Dancing
Make checks or money orders payable to: "Class of '84 Reunion" and mail to Class of '84 Reunion, 841 Buffalo Gap Rd., Tuscola, Tx. 79562 by May 23, 2009. These will be collected by Karen (Boulter) Morris and deposited into the Class of ’84 bank account in Tuscola to be used for this Reunion event.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in June.
(cut and mail in with payment)
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Name:__________________________________ Amount Enclosed: ___________
Saturday Lunch: Adults ________ Youth (ages 4-12) ________
Saturday Evening Meal: (choose one per person) Steak: _________ Grilled Chicken: ________
Special Request: If you are in the 25 Year Class Reunion Group you are being asked to gather pictures of school days, past reunions and present photos for the slide shows that will be presented at our Reunion. Send to: 1983 & 1984 will send pictures to Lisa Ellinger Gibbs. 1985 & 1986 will send pictures to Staci Edgar Danford. Requests have been mailed to you as well as reunion reminders. If you have not received your letter, please contact Debbie Dacus Stewart. |
We have had a lot of interest from other Alumni about wanting to visit with our classes when we have our 25th Reunion. We have decided that the best way to do this would be to open up the Evening Dance to Jim Ned Alumni and Faculty. There will be no food or refreshments served for the Evening Dance so if you want anything to munch on or drink, you will need to bring your own.
Saturday, June 13th from 8:30 - 12:00 with cost of $10.00 per person.
Adults over 21 only please.
The 25-Year Class Reunion was a day and evening full of fun, laughter and an endless amount of hugs and catching-up. There were over 50 classmates and over 100 people between the two events. Pictures will be posted soon.
Thank you to Mike and Linda Pueschel for their great facility - Tim Newberry and his crew for the most unbelievable tasting steak and chicken dinner - The Kelly Corn band for the late evening entertainment in which Jerry Randall('84) was called up on stage to play and sing a few selections that were truly awesome and fun to dance to - Jerry Don Foster('85) and his wife for the Air Castle - Karen Boulter Morris('84) for preparations - Ronda Middleton Newberry('84) for preparations and projector - Debbie Dacus Stewart('84) for preparations and the video of 1983 and 1984 - Staci Edgar Danford('85) for the video of the classes of 1985 and 1986 - Charlie Purcell('84) for the videos of the football games from 1984 - Paula Hicks('83) for lending her lap top computer - thank you to those that helped decorate, help with the lunchtime set-up and clean-up and a special thank you to Jim Conley('86) and his family for traveling all the way from Bristol, UK to see his family and old friends.
John Buxkemper, class of 2003, will be coming home from the Marines!!!!!!! After four years and one long tour in Iraq, he will be home for good! The Buxkemper Family will be having a welcome home party for him at their home in Buffalo Gap Saturday, June 6th at 4pm. If you would like to join us and welcome John home please call "Mom" Buxkemper at 325-660-3499. Hope to see you there!
Johnny Mack Sansom passed away June 4, 2009 - His information is now in the "In Memory" section of this site. Johnny Mack was in the class of 1958.
Dayne Leonard Gossett
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Dayne Leonard Gossett, 65, passed away Monday, June 1, 2009. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Baptist Church, 2300 South 20th Street. Burial will follow in Tuscola Cemetery, directed by Abilene Funeral Home.
Monday morning, God looked around his garden and found an empty space. He then looked down upon this earth and saw Dayne’s tired face. He put His arms around him and took him home to a place where he will no longer be in pain - a beautiful place where he can go fishing and chase birds all he wants. He will watch all the Texas Rangers baseball games, Dallas Cowboy’s games and Texas Longhorn football games.
Dayne Leonard Gossett was born on May 3, 1944, in Castroville, Texas, to the late Warren and Pearl White Gossett. He finished high school at Jim Ned (Tuscola) in 1963. He went into the U.S. Navy in August of 1963, where he received the National Defense Service Metal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He worked as a cook for Milono’s and various other jobs but the one he liked the best was driving an 18 wheeler from coast to coast. He and his wife drove for nine years together and then he drove by himself until his stroke in November of 1999. His pride and joy was his family and he loved spending time with all of them.
Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Joann Gossett of Abilene; two sisters, Jean Parker and husband, S. J. and Ann Seybold, all of Abilene; one uncle, L. E. White and wife, Juanita; mother-in-law, Norine Castle of Hamlin; sister-in-law, Yvonne Castle of Hamlin; and numerous cousins and friends. He never had any children of his own but he loved to spoil his nieces and nephews, Steven Parker and wife, Retha, Terrell Parker and wife, Tracy, all of Abilene, Jeff Seybold and wife, Cindy and daughter, Shelby, all of Austin and Melissa Mitchell and husband, Chad of Abilene. He also spoiled the great nieces and nephews, Neal Parker, Shay Onken and husband, Greg, and Leah Parker, all of Abilene, Tara Parker of Austin, and Kyle Parker of Abilene.
He loved to take Caitlynn and Cameron Mitchell to school in the morning and go back and pick them up in the afternoon, which was the high point of his day. He also loved going to church and seeing Neal lead the singing or play the piano; Leah play the piano or the organ; and Steven Parker preach.
Mr. Gossett was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, France Rardon and Jo Lynn Strakos; and a brother-in-law, Bud (Lloyd) Seybold.
Online condolences and guest book may be signed at
www.abilenefuneralhome.com
Brenda Carol Poindexter
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009, in Lawn Baptist Church with the Reverends Price Mathieson and Mark Moore officiating. Burial will be in Tecumseh Cemetery, directed by Fry - Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. today, Friday, May 22, 2009, at the funeral home.
Brenda was born December 12, 1958, in Baird to Dave N. and Maxine Freeman Poindexter. She was a graduate of Jim Ned High School. She began her career of 29 ½ years with the United States Postal Service at the age of 18 in Lawn. She soon became postmaster and continued there for 17 ½ years. She moved to the Buffalo Gap post office as postmaster, working for an additional 12 years and retiring in 2007. She was married to Darrell Earnest for 13 years. She was a member of Lawn Baptist Church, serving as church clerk for the 30 years.
Preceding her in death was her father, Dave Poindexter.
Survivors include one daughter, Amy Earnest Romano and husband Rick of Abilene; one son, Adam Earnest of Buffalo Gap; her mother, Maxine Poindexter of Lawn; one sister, LaRie Hancock and husband Buck of Lawn; two brothers, Don Poindexter and wife Becky of Abilene, and Dewayne Poindexter and wife Janis of Odessa; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorials may be made to Lawn Baptist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 268, Lawn, Texas 79530 or Hendrick Hospice Care, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601.
Abilene Reporter News, Friday, May 22, 2009
Look What's New On Campus!!!
Yes, that's turf - and check out that track
50-Year Class Reunion was a great success - over 75 attended from the classes of 1958, 1959, 1960 and a few from 1961. Several of these classmates had not seen each other since they graduated and were very glad they attended. Teachers that attended were Oran Egger and Frank Hibler. I got there a little late so I am not sure at the moment what the activities were before lunch but before the end of the Reunion there was a time of sharing. Stories that went on for over an hour. Remembering the good old days, appologies of less than kind treatment during school, kudos to those putting the reunion together and some very special speeches from Coach Kibler and Mr. Egger and a few others that brought tears to my eyes. This is family, a common bond, no matter how many years shared or how many miles apart.
Class of 1958 - 51st Year Reunion
Class of 1959 - 50th Year Reunion
Class of 1960 - 49th Year Reunion
If you have not had a class reunion in a while or have never had a class reunion, the 50th year class reunion has set an awesome example. Take some time and contact a few class mates, choose a date and location and we will help get the word out.
Click on the Link 2009 Class Reunions located on the left side of the home page to find information about the Combined 50-Year Class Reunion for 1958-1959-1960~April 18, 2009
April 18, 2009
50 - YEAR CLASS REUNION
1958-59-60
Dear Class Mates & Friends
Hard to believe it’s been 50 years since we finished high school.
We will be joined by the 58 & 60 graduating classes and should have a great time.
Date: Saturday April 18th 2009
Place: Jim Ned High School Cafeteria
Time: 10:00 A.M. ( till )
Lunch will be at 1:00 P.M. Catered by our own G. W. Ashwander.
Registration Fee: $20.00 ea.
Things to bring: Pictures, Annuals from South Taylor, J.N.
& Lawn.
Please make a special effort to attend. It will be great to see everyone.
RSVP: by April 10th
To J.W. Allmand
P O Box 201
Ovalo TX 79541
(325)554-9573
jwallmand@taylortel.net
Reunion Confirmations
J.W. Allmand | Leola (Reid) Allmand | Stanley Boulter | Linda (Van Cleave) Boulter | |
Gary Grant | Donna (Griffith) Jernigan | James Eric Kelly | Fannie G. (Brookerson) Vaughn | |
Wanda Cleveland | Jim Hancock | G.W. Ashwander | L.G. Smith | |
Bill & Patsy Swindle | Ronnie & Diane Gill | J.C. &Nelda Rhodes | Darrell Hudson | |
Ronny Aldridge | Jackie Cumby | Pat (Yost) Cumby | Tommy Gardner | |
Carolyn (Miller) Gully | Don Landers | Wilson Little | Jim Needham | |
Judy (Hill) Needham | Bobby Pierson | Sonya (Graham) Rogers | Vick Vicnair | |
Judy (Gill) Vicnair | Clara (Turnbow) Walsh | Leon Wilson | Kay (Gill) Wilson | |
Reta (Fuller) Milam | Oren Egger | Linda (Pettus) Stockton | Loy Stockton | |
Wesley Landers | Peggy (Taylor) Tatum | Kathy (Vinson) Smith | Mary Alice Cathy | |
Betty & Seaborn Tilly | ||||
Brad McCoy - Weldon Dacus - Colt McCoy
Thank you, Jim Ned Valley Chamber of Commerce, for a nice banquet.
For Tickets:
or call: (325) 572-3716 or (325) 554-9201
Jim Ned Basketball Playoff Games
Boys next game - Regional 1/4 Finals - against Eastland - Friday 2/27 @ 6:00 - At Clyde = Lost by 3 in Double OT - Proud to Be an INDIAN
Girls next game - Regional 1/4 Finals - against Bowie - Tuesday 2/24 @ 6:00 - Stephenville/TSU = Lost by 10 in Double OT - Great Effort Ladies
Edwards Funerals Friday - February 6, 2009
ABILENE -- Funeral services have now been set for a mother and son who lost their lives in a fire. Michele Edwards died from smoke inhalation during the Sunday morning fire. Her 7-year-old son William died two days later in a Lubbock hospital. The father Eddie, William's twin brother Willis, and his 9-year-old sister Amber escaped without injury. Grave side services for Michele and William have now been set for Friday at 1 PM at the Tuscola Cemetery. A visitation is scheduled for Thursday night from 6 to 8 PM at the Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola.
Be In Prayer for the Family of
Eddie Edwards ('85) - Michele Ulmer (Edwards) was in the class of '88
Second Fire Victim Dies
LUBBOCK - KTXS News learned the young boy critically injured in Sunday's fire on Cedar Street died overnight at University Medical Center in Lubbock. Seven year old William Edwards died sometime between 2 and 5 am this morning. His mother, Michele Edwards, died when the family home caught fire around 2:30 Sunday morning. The father, twin brother, and sister all got out safely.
Helping the Edwards Family
ABILENE - Lytle South Baptist Church is hosting a drive tonight and tomorrow to collect items for the Edwards family, recently devastated when their home caught fire. You can donate furniture or other items at the church at 1125 E. Industrial from 6 to 8 pm today and Wednesday.
The family also needs help with medical and funeral expenses. A fund has been set up at the Citizens Bank at 4201 S. Treadaway to help the family. If you're donating, ask for the "Lytle South Baptist Church Memorial Account."
Reporter-News photo by Nellie Doneva
Abilene fire claims mother of three; 7-year-old in critical condition Cause of blaze yet to be determined Sunday, February 1, 2009 A woman died in a house fire in the 1200 block of N. 15th Street around 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009.
In Abilene, Richard and Wanda Ulmer expected to wake up Sunday morning and attend church with their family. Instead, the couple were awakened about 2 a.m. Sunday to confusion and tragedy. Their daughter Michele Edwards, 39, was killed in an early-morning fire at her home on North 15th Street. One of their 7-year-old twin grandsons was flown to a Lubbock hospital in critical condition with third-degree burns over most of his body. Two other children suffered minor injuries. Edwards’ husband, Eddie Edwards, was not injured in the fire. The Ulmers raised three daughters in the house at 1234 N. 15th St. They said they gave the home to their oldest daughter and now live in a house behind her. Their three grandchildren often crossed the alley to get to the Ulmer’s home where a trampoline, sodas and swimming pool in the summertime are waiting for them.
Michele Edwards was trapped in the bathroom of the house and is believed to have died from smoke inhalation, according to a news release from the Abilene Fire Department. Abilene fire spokesman Gary Hamner said neighbors told authorities they could hear the woman screaming from inside the burning home. She was found in the bathroom, where she had apparently turned on the shower to try to escape the flames, Hamner said. Hamner said the one 7-year-old twin boy suffered third-degree burns over 70 percent to 90 percent of his body and was flown to University Medical Center in Lubbock. His 9-year-old sister suffered minor burns on her shoulder and the other 7-year-old twin boy suffered minor injures. Both were taken to a hospital but are now staying with an aunt in Merkel, the Ulmers said. Eddie Edwards was in Lubbock Sunday with his son, the Ulmers said. Firefighters believe the blaze started in the room the twin boys shared but they have not determined the cause. “They lost everything they have,” Wanda said. A picnic table remains intact in front of the house. Everything else around the house is burned or badly charred.
The American Red Cross is assisting the family, along with other neighbors who are volunteering their help. The fire department received a call on the structure fire at 2:21 a.m. Firefighters found the house fully engulfed in flames when they arrived. Three fire engines, a ladder truck, a battalion chief, a fire investigator, a safety officer and fire chaplain responded to the scene. Abilene police officers and ambulance personnel also assisted.
Richard Ulmer said he knows Michele is in heaven, but will miss his daughter nonetheless. “I’ll miss her laugh,” he said. “And the happy person she was.” Richard said his daughter was a great mother who made sure her children were taken care of. Wanda said she will miss her daughter, after having her close for so long. “God, I’m going to miss her,” Wanda said.
Congrats to Jerry and Brook Randall ('84)
Gordon C. Boulter
July 13, 1920 - January 7, 2009
Ovalo, TX.
Gordon C. Boulter, 88, died Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at his residence. Services will be 2:00 p.m. today, January 9, 2009, in First Baptist Church of Tuscola, with the Reverends T. C. Melton and Buddy Goodgame officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Memorial Park in Abilene, directed by Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home in Tuscola. Gordon was born July 13, 1920, in Mills County on Pompey Creek to Frank A. and Eva Carlisle Boulter. He moved to Taylor County as a child and graduated from Tuscola High School, now Jim Ned. He married Dorothy Williams in 1938 in Winters. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a decoder. After the war, he returned to South Taylor County and to Ovalo in 1953, where he was a farmer until retiring in 2008. He was a member of the American Legion and a life member of V.F.W. Post 2012. Gordon served as a committee member on the Taylor County ASCS board and was a former school board member. He helped organize the Ovalo Community Center and was a faithful member. Gordon and Dorothy celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary September 27, 2008, with a large party. He loved his family, friends, domino players, and coffee shop buddies. His love of farming and cows was always with him. Preceding him in death were his parents and a daughter, Barbara Earnest. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, of Ovalo; two sons, Stan Boulter and wife Linda and Gerald 'Butch' Boulter and wife Betty, all of Ovalo; five grandsons, Darrell Earnest and wife Pat, Gary Earnest and wife Sharon, Randy Earnest and wife Jeanie, Scott Boulter and wife Trina, and Mark Boulter and wife Shana; two granddaughters, Karen Morris and Lanita Roden and husband Jeff; eleven great-grandchildren, Adam Earnest, Amy Earnest, Cortnie Carpenter and husband Thomas, Janae Boulter and John, Parker Boulter, Will Roden, Latham Roden, Kevin Morris, Jayden Morris, Slade Earnest, and Kylar Earnest; and two great-great-grandchildren, Brody Carpenter and Skylar Carpenter. Pallbearers will be Jim Greenlee, Jerry Van Cleave, Don Vickery, J. W. Allmand, G. W. Ashwander, and Butch Graham. Honorary pallbearers are Randy Necessary, Robert Knott, and Bobby Joe Smith. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, Texas 79605, or to a favorite charity.
June 27, 2009
40 - YEAR CLASS REUNION
1969
JIM NED HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1969 REUNION
Wow! It's hard to believe that it has already been 40 years!
Come and reminisce with the Class of 1969
Saturday, June 27th.
The fun starts at 10 a.m. in the new location at the Activities Building of Tuscola United Methodist Church.
A noontime barbeque lunch will be catered by Big G's ($8.50 per person).
Bring your photos, yearbooks, and favorite school days stories.
Snacks will be provided as we enjoy a day of visiting, remembering, and laughing.
Entertainment will be provided by members of our class!
We will continue the fun with an evening meal (around 6 p.m.) at The Homeplace, a nearby restaurant offering homestyle meals and a family atmosphere you’re sure to enjoy.
Then we’ll return to the cafetorium to complete our special day.
We are attempting to include as many as possible from the Classes of 1968 and 1970. Be sure your personal list includes your spouse, parents, brothers, sisters, and any others you wish to include.
Please put this on your calendar NOW! This just won't be complete without you!
For questions or comments: Karen Yost Jaynie Branham
902 FM 614 18201 US Hwy 87 South
Ovalo, TX 79541 Big Spring, TX 79720
(325) 554-9502 (432) 398-5546
gky@taylortel.net jbranham@hughes.net
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JIM NED CLASS OF 1969 REUNION RSVP FORM
I, ________________________________________, will be there! There will be ______ additional person(s) attending with me. Enclosed is a check or money order in the amount of $_______ ($8.50 per person for the noon meal) payable to Karen Yost for Class of 1969 Reunion.
Please reserve ______ places for me/us for the evening meal at The Homeplace. (Note: Send no money for this meal. Each individual/family will pay as they order at The Homeplace -- appx. $11 plus drink and tax.)
Please return this RSVP form by June 19th to Karen Yost at the address shown above so that we can give an accurate count to our caterer and to the restaurant.
Bobby Graham
Fry-Bartlett Funeral Home
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Anita Kaye Dunlap
Haskell, Texas
Anita Kaye Dunlap, 48, beloved mother, daughter, and friend to a multitude of people around the world completed her worldly travels on November 1, 2009 after a valiant battle with cancer. A Graveside service will be 2:00 pm, Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Willow Cemetery under the direction of Holden McCauley Funeral Home, Haskell. A visitation will be Wed. Nov. 4, 2009, 5:15 to 6:30 at the funeral home. The family will also receive friends at 1103 North Ave. G, Haskell, TX.
Anita was born January 27, 1961; to Gene and Thelma Dean Dunlap in Haskell, Texas on a cold snowy day. Anita attended public schools in Spur and McCaulley, Texas; graduating from High School in 1979. She attended Angelo State University where she graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Government and English. She continued her pursuit of higher education and received a Masters of Education in Special Education.
Anita was one of the survivors of the 1978 McCaulley bus wreck. This experience shaped her life philosophy of living each day as if it were her last. It inspired her ambition to travel and make a difference in the lives of students around the world.
A lifelong educator and sports enthusiast, Anita began her teaching and coaching career in Novice, Texas and continued in Hamlin, McCamey, Jim Ned, and Seminole before being hired by the U.S. Department of Defense Schools where she taught the children of military personnel in Iceland, Germany, and Japan.
Anita's career achievements were numerous, but they pale in comparison to her greatest accomplishment of all - the birth of her daughter, Shady Blue Destiny Dunlap, on June 19, 1997. "My Girl" fulfilled every wish that Anita had of being a mom! In her own words, "whoever would've thought a poor kid from a ranch in West Texas could have seen and done so much in such a short time? I have been truly blessed with family, friends, opportunities, education, and work."
Anita is survived by daughter Shady Blue, mother Thelma, sister Shirley Parker, brother James "Cookie" Dunlap and wife Judy, all of Haskell, and dear nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, 2 sisters - Leta Faye Dunlap and Carolyn Sue Wilborn.
The family would like to thank Dr. Victor Hirsch and staff of Abilene, the staff of Haskell Home Health, and Hendrick Hospice Care.
The family requests that all memorial contributions be made to Hendrick Hospice Care, P O Box 1922, Abilene, Texas 79604
Llano, Texas
Carlos Francis McKinney, Jr., 60, was killed in a private plane crash on Sunday, November 8, 2009. Carlos was well loved and will best be remembered for his steadfast devotion to his family and his wild enthusiasm for flying.
Memorial Service and Celebration of Carlos McKinney's Life:
2:00 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at First Baptist Church, 107 W. Luce St., Llano, TX
Carlos was born July 29, 1949, in Burnet, TX, and made Llano, TX, his home. He was a graduate of Llano High School. He worked for many years in the concrete business and, for the past 15 years, helped manage Gold Cup Pawn, Inc. and its branches in Kerrville, Boerne and Leon Valley. Called "Daddy," "Uncle Butch" or "Mr. C.," Carlos was loved dearly by his family and revered by the younger ones, as he made each and every child feel special. Carlos served the Llano community as a volunteer fireman, helped build the Llano Special Opportunities School and would have given "the shirt off his back" to anyone in need. An avid aviator, Carlos piloted private planes for the past 12 years and was known for his careful, conscientious preparation for and piloting of his flights.
Carlos was preceded in death by his parents, Carlos and Gretchen McKinney, and an infant brother, Robert McKinney. He is survived by his life partner of 20 years, Gary Ann Lord of Llano; his three children and their spouses, Cindy Stockton (and husband Andy) of Tuscola, TX, Angela Boisvert (and husband Darren) of Mesa, AZ, and Adam McKinney (and wife Valerie) of Abilene; his three sisters and their spouses, LaNell McKinney (and fiancé Dwight Blaskowsky) of Llano, Margaret Pryor (and husband Steve) of Austin and Elizabeth Duryea of Houston; six grandchildren, Brittany, Andrew, Brandon, Keeli, Emily and Kayla; and many nieces and nephews. Carlos was dearly loved and will be missed by all.
Tragically, Carlos left this world with two beloved youngsters whom he loved like grandsons, Dylan Lord and Brendon Lord. Memorial Services for Dylan Lord and Brendon Lord will be held on Friday, Nov. 13, at 6 p.m. at New Hope Church, 3640 County Road 58, Manvel, TX.
Flowers may be sent to the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions to 529 educational accounts for Carlos' grandchildren. To make such a contribution, please make your check payable to "Carlos McKinney Memorial" at Llano National Bank, P.O. Box 190, Llano, TX 78643.
E-mail condolences may be sent to whhfuneral1@verizon.net or you may log onto our website, www.whhfuneralhome.com for online condolences.
Waldrope-Hatfield-Hawthorne Funeral Homes, Inc.
Gavin Rant Cranfill
Frisco, Texas
Gavin Rant Cranfill, age 18 of Frisco, Texas passed away on December 3, 2009 in Frisco. He was born on March 8, 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada to Roy and Sharla (Berry) Cranfill. Gavin worked with his Dad as an Apprentice Plumber. He is survived by his parents, Roy and Sharla Cranfill of Frisco, Texas; sister, Allie Cranfill of Frisco, Texas; grandmothers, Glynda Carter of Tuscola, Texas and Joanne Gomez of Corona, California; aunts, Sheila Berry of Tuscola, Texas, Shellie Berry of Tuscola, Texas, Cathy Hernandez of Corona, California, Martha Gomez of Corona, California; uncles, Henry Gomez of Las Vegas, Nevada, Shannon Berry of Aspermont, Texas and Walter Fraser of Abilene, Texas; lots of cousins and many friends. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 6-8 PM on Friday, December 4, 2009 at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home in Frisco. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Ovalo Baptist Church in Ovalo, Texas with Pastor Greg Rake officiating. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry please visit www.tjmfuneral.com
March 25, 2009 - Look Who's in the News!!! Send Kristi an email and let her know how much she is appreciated. Kristi is a 1984 Graduate of Jim Ned. PROUD TO BE A JIM NED INDIAN!
9/23/10
Keith Davis - Dear Family and friends, words cannot express my appreciation for all of the prayers, calls, visits, and words of encouragement during this last week. Margaret, Heather, Meagan and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I also want to thank my good friend Gerald Coleman for getting me to the ER so quickly....his fast action and driving saved my life and I'm quite sure that is not a trip he wants to repeat, nor I.
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