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Steve was the father of alumni, John (1994) and Raynonda (1996). Please keep the Rogers family in prayer.
![]()  Steve Rogers Jr. passed from this life on Thursday, January 8, 2025. A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10 from 5-7pm at Fry-Smith Funeral Home in Tuscola. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 11 at 2:00pm at the First Baptist Church in Tuscola with a burial to follow in McBee Cemetery.
Steve Raymond Rogers Jr was born in December 1950 in Groom, Texas, to Steve and Helen Rogers. He was raised in Clarendon, Texas, alongside six sisters and one brother, where strong family bonds and lifelong values were formed.
Steve lived a life defined by service. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Vietnam War veteran and devoted more than 40 years to law enforcement as a peace officer. His career included service with the Clarendon Police Department, Abilene Police Department, and Abilene Christian University Police Department. He was known for his dedication, toughness, and unwavering commitment to protecting others.
Steve spent most of his life in Ovalo, Texas, with his wife, Kathy, to whom he was married for 53 years. He was deeply involved in his community, serving on the school board and coaching soccer, always willing to give his time wherever it was needed.
Above all, Steve loved his family. He was the proud father of John and Raynonda, and his home was often filled with numerous nieces and nephews whom he joyfully guided, teased, and helped shape along the way. While he was known as a tough, no-nonsense officer, everything changed when his grandchildren arrived. The once-gruff bulldog of a cop became a softhearted "Poppa," rarely able to say no and overflowing with love.
Steve cherished time spent hunting and fishing with his grandchildren, attending sporting events, and faithfully showing up to support every activity involving his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. His legacy lives on in the lives he protected, the family he loved fiercely, and the countless memories shared with those closest to him.
He leaves behind numerous family and friends that will miss him.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Steve's honor to Safety City in Abilene, Texas. Mailing address: City of Abilene Attn: Safety City 4565 S 1st Abilene, TX 79605.
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Gary Don Aldridge
(May 23, 1946 ~ December 20, 2025)
Gary, son of Dalton Lincoln 'Dock' Aldridge and Princess Patricia 'Pat' McCasland, married to Shirley Kay McNeill and will be buried in Bradshaw Cemetery, Bradshaw, Taylor County, Texas.
 Gary Don Aldridge, 79, passed away on December 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. A graveside service will be held at Bradshaw Cemetery on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM.
He was born in Winters, TX on May 23, 1946, to Dalton "Doc" and Patricia "Pat" Aldridge and grew up in the Bradshaw, TX area. He loved to hunt, fish, and work on the family farm. He also enjoyed sports and excelled in basketball and football, earning a reputation as someone to avoid by opposing teams! While attending Jim Ned High School, he met the love of his life, Shirley Kay McNeill, and they married on December 18, 1964, in Tuscola, TX.
After graduating from high school in 1964, Gary soon began a long and successful career in the aerospace industry where he performed highly technical roles that require strong math, science, and design skills. He quickly advanced to management positions that generally require industrial/mechanical engineering degrees. Even though he achieved remarkable success in the aerospace industry, his passion was always farming and ranching and he worked tirelessly to acquire land and build a profitable business doing what he loved. After 25 years, he was able to give up his city job and devote all his time to his own business.
After about 15 years of farming and ranching full-time, Gary returned to the aerospace industry to supplement his income doing contract work for Lockheed Martin, which took him to Europe and all over the continental U.S. While Gary only endured this experience, Shirley enjoyed traveling and spending time in new places-including Seattle, Baltimore, and St. Petersburg, FL. But his home in Morrow was the only place he ever wanted to be. In 2010, Gary was able to retire and spend the rest of his days at home.
After retirement, Gary enjoyed frequent visits from family and friends. Everyone looked forward to spending long weekends and holidays at the farm hunting, fishing, riding ATV's, eating good food and just spending time outdoors. He was a great storyteller and occasionally enjoyed a good debate. He might even have enjoyed stirring up a little trouble from time to time.
Gary was a good man and always had high expectations of himself and his kids. He was honest to a fault and there wasn't anything that he wouldn't do for his family or friends. He had old fashioned morals and high principals. While never a sentimental man, there was no doubt that he loved deeply. He felt closest to God when he was outside on his land, surrounded by nature. His family and close friends understood and respected him. He left his mark on many and will never be forgotten.
Gary leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Shirley Aldridge of Ovalo, TX; son Steve Aldridge and wife Sheryl of Aledo, TX; daughter Regina (Aldridge) Choyce of Prosper, TX; brothers Ronny Aldridge and wife Sherry of Lamesa, TX, Doug Aldridge of Lubbock, TX, Bobby Aldridge and wife Gayla of Bryan, TX; sisters Joan Pohovich and husband Al of San Antonio, TX and Vicki Liggins of Abilene, TX; grandchildren Samantha Elder and husband John, Austin Aldridge, Andrew Choyce and wife Molly, and Matthew Choyce; great grandchildren Jackstin Elder, Violet Elder and Grayston Elder. Survivors also include brother-in-law Ronnie McNeill and his wife Gerry of Floresville, TX and sister-in-law Gail Goldberg of Boerne, TX as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers-in-law Wayne McNeill and his wife Doris and Ed Goldberg, as well as one niece and one nephew.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to the Morrow Volunteer Fire Department, 2718 Co Rd 184, Ovalo, TX 79541. Please contact Kenny Smith at 325-668-3635 for additional information.
Graveside Service
Saturday, January 3, 2026
1:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)
Bradshaw Cemetery
CR 622, Winters, TX 79567
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Terry was the father of alumni Tony (1994) and Tammie (1996) as well as the husband of our educator Judy Doyle Stubblefield. Please keep the Stubblefield family in prayer.
![]()  Terry Jean Stubblefield, age 86, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025 in Abilene, Texas. Terry was a longtime resident of Ovalo, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025 at 11:00am at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery.
Terry was born on May 8, 1939, in Tolison, Arizona, to Fred and Goldia Stubblefield. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for 21 years. During his first tour of duty in Germany, Terry met his first wife, Margot Kirchner.
Following his military service, Terry attended and graduated from Hardin-Simmons University with a degree in Industrial Arts. While attending Hardin-Simmons University, Terry met the love of his life, Judith Ann Doyle. Terry and Judith were married on December 22, 1972, and shared a life full of love, travel, and adventure as they explored the world together.
Throughout his life, Terry worked in several careers, including teaching, owning and operating an environmental consulting firm, and farming. He was especially known for his passion for roping, trick roping, and leather tooling. While in college, Terry proudly performed trick roping for the Hardin-Simmons Band, a talent that brought him great joy and admiration and became one of the things he was best remembered for.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Goldia Stubblefield; his beloved wife, Judith Ann Doyle Stubblefield; his brothers Ted and Troy Stubblefield; and his sisters, JoAnn Henderson, Patricia Washuta, and Vonell Lacey.
He is survived by his children: son Andy Fred Stubblefield and his wife Brenda Moore of Burleson, Texas; son Anthony Noel Stubblefield and wife Melanie Griffin of Mineral Wells, Texas; daughter Tanya Nicks of Clyde, Texas; and daughter Tammie Stubblefield-Savely and husband Lem Brant Savely of Cisco, Texas. He is also survived by beloved grandchildren: Terra Dietz, Stefanie Mabry, William Stubblefield, Hanna Stubblefield, Holly Stubblefield, and Terry Ryan Nicks.
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Tommy Ray Cumby
(November 8, 1939 ~ December 12, 2025)
Tommy, son of Victor Willard 'Dick' Cumby and Francis Lucile Jones, married to Judy Dale Hass and will be buried in Rogers Cemetery, Ovalo, Taylor County, Texas.
 Tommy Ray Cumby aged 86, passed from this life into eternal peace after a long illness, on December 12 at his home on the family farm in Ovalo, surrounded by his family. Tommy lived a life of love, family, and faith in God. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17 from 5-7 PM at Fry-Smith Funeral Home in Tuscola, Texas. A funeral services will be held at Tuscola Methodist Church on Thursday, December 18 at 1:00 PM with a burial to follow at Rogers Cemetery.
Tommy was born in the Rogers Community (east of Ovalo) on November 8, 1939, to V.W. (Dick) and Francis Cumby. He grew up in the Rogers Community and Tuscola, Texas, and graduated from South Taylor High School (Jim Ned) in 1957. Following graduation, Tommy began a remarkable 58-year career in the automotive industry. He worked for Crane's Crankshaft and Grinding and Scott's Motor Parts in Abilene, Texas, for a short time owned a café in Winters, Texas, he began working for American Motors Sales Corporation in 1967, moving to Lubbock, Texas where he traveled throughout West Texas. In 1970, he moved to Dallas to serve as service Manager of the Dallas AMC office.
In 1976, Tommy purchased Complete Auto Supply in Abilene, Texas and he, wife and young son, moved back to Tuscola. After 20 years of ownership, he sold the business, briefly retired for one year, and then returned to work in 1997 with Concho Supply, Inc., Abilene, Texas, once again traveling across West Texas selling automotive parts. He retired in December 2015.
Tommy proudly served in the United States Army from 1963 to 1965. He served 28 years on he Taylor Telcom Board of Directors, 12 of those years as board president, retiring in 2024. He also served on the Jim Ned CISD Board of Trustees. Tommy was a lifelong member of Tuscola Methodist Church, active on numerous committees and served as youth director for 16 years.
After moving to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in 1970, Tommy met his wife, Judy Hass. They were married on August 7, 1971, and recently celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, V.W. (Dick) and Francis Cumby, and his sisters, Wilda Burnett and Brenda Smith.
He is survived by his wife, Judy, his three sons, Richard and wife Cynthia (Ovalo), Matt (Ovalo), Chris and wife Veronica (Lubbock); and his six grandchildren-grandsons Clay, Kaden, and Cason, and granddaughters Ivy, Kennedy, and Ellie. He is also survived by his brothers, James Cumby of Melissa, Texas, and Jackie Cumby and wife Pat of Abilene, Texas; his sister, Karen Yost and husband Gene of Ovalo, Texas; brother-in-law Mike Smith of Andrews, Texas; brother- in-law Payton Hass and wife Karen, Gladewater, Texas and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and friends.
The family thanks Hendrick Hospice, Visiting Angels and Steven special home caregiver.
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**2025-2026 JN Alumni Board Members**
Marissa Lynn Thomas - President
Kyle Burleson - Secretary
Juliann Kelley - Treasurer
Chantel Gallaway - Parade Co-Chair
Shanie Cannon Cunningham - Parade Co-Chair
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