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•   Debbie Dacus (Stewart) (1984)  6/2
•   Larry Motley (1982)  24/1
•   Joshua Robinson (2011)  31/12
•   Darla Rogers (Rogers) (1986)  30/12
•   Anthony Clark (2016)  27/12
•   Samantha Cisneros (2014)  17/12
•   Kristyn Pentecost (Graves) (2013)  25/9
•   Mark Griffith (1977)  18/9
•   Reese Hayes (2020)  27/8
•   Hayden Brooks (2015)  12/8
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1,222 are deceased

UPCOMING BIRTHDAYS



•   Russ Hayward (1986)  15/2
•   Brandon Walters (2003)  15/2
•   Savannah Fox (2013)  17/2
•   Brandy Appleton (1988)  18/2
•   Chris Jowers (2001)  18/2
•   Darrell Lancaster (1984)  18/2
•   Cristina Bustos (2003)  19/2
•   Mitzi Flatt (Nelson) (2005)  19/2
•   Chad Gallaway (1991)  19/2
•   Amy Grun (Hudson) (1999)  19/2
•   Jamie Rivers (1993)  19/2
•   Patsy Beaver/June (1965)  20/2
•   Tamra Johnson (Ratliff) (1988)  20/2
•   Michele Owen (Danforth) (1989)  20/2
•   Michael Winegeart (1993)  21/2
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Jim Ned Consolidated Independent School District Alumni and Faculty                        Tuscola, Taylor Co., Texas.

 

 
ANNOUNCEMENTS

(St Flying Tigers) - Class Of 1955

Ethel Raye Reid Grun (St Flying Tigers)

Ethel Raye Reid Grun

(July 8, 1937 ~ February 7, 2025)


Ethel Raye Reid Grun, 87, of the Moro community, went home to be with her Lord on February 7, 2025 at Central Texas Nursing Home. A funeral service is scheduled for 2pm, Sunday, February 9, 2025 at the Bluff Creek Cowboy Church. Ethel's son Marcy will be officiating, directed by Fry-Smith Funeral Home, Tuscola. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7pm on Saturday, February 8th at the funeral home.

Ethel was born on July 8, 1937 to E.J. and Minnie (Shaffer) Reid in the Moro community in the home she continued to live in until her fall in May. Ethel attended school at South Taylor County. She met and married Russell Marcullus Grun on August 9, 1957. Through their union, they had two sons. While raising their boys, she worked at Drys Manufacturing in Winters, Texas and then would come home and do what she loved the most which was farming and raising cattle. When not doing that, she enjoyed cooking the best meals and desserts.

At an early age, Ethel accepted Jesus as her Savior and attended Moro Baptist Church. She was a member of Bluff Creek Cowboy Church.

Ethel is survived by her sons, Marcullus Ray (Marcy) and wife Judy, of Moro, and Russell Dwayne, and wife Vonda, of Lubbock; six grandkids, Amy Landers (Jamie), Angie Arledge (Travis), Dusty Grun (Jodee), Gena Wright (Nathan), Alicia Sims (Travis), Kirsten Tripp (Brandon), and ten amazing great-grandkids that she loved to take care of the most, and sister, Leola Allmand (JW).

Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and four of her siblings; Clyde and Vernon Reid, Josie (Reid) Hicks, and her twin sister Ellen Faye (Reid) Walters.

Pallbearers for Ethel are Brazos Tuff, Riggin, and Haze Grun, Reid Arledge, and Zane Crisp.

Honorary Pallbearers are Jamie Landers, Travis Arledge, Dusty Grun, Nathan Wright, Travis Sims, Brandon Tripp, Brenham Pemberton, and Rob Julian.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please make memorials to Meat the Need https://www.meattheneed.us/ , Interim Hospice 4400 Buffalo Gap Rd, Suite 2500, Abilene, TX, 79606, or Central Texas Nursing Home 1800 N Broadway St, Ballinger, TX 76821.

Patti was the wife of alumni J.C. Pariss, Jr. (1953) and mother of alumni Rena (1991), Tracie (1994) and Justin (1999).  Please keep the Phariss family in your prayers.

Patsy Laverne 'Patti' French Williams Phariss

July 13, 1954 — February 5, 2025

Patsy "Patti" Phariss, 70, passed away on February 5, 2025, in Tuscola, Texas. A visitation will be held at Fry-Smith Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 11 from 5-7pm. A graveside service will be held at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday, February 12 at 1:00pm.

Born on July 15, 1954, in Odessa, Texas, Patti lived a life full of love, passion, and dedication to her family and community.

Patti is survived by her loving husband, JC Phariss Jr., with whom she built a life filled with cherished memories. She was a devoted mother to her daughters, Rena Lopez and her husband Joe, and Tracie Dowdy and her husband Mitch; as well as her sons, Justin Phariss and his wife Stacey, and Adam Houst and his wife Kayla. She was also deeply loved by her father, EJ Williams; her brothers Dwayne Williams, James Williams, and Wesley Williams; eight grandchildren-Dakota Lopez, Dalton Lopez, Hayleigh Espitia, Jessica Feist, Adam Phariss, Hanna Register, Hailey Register, and Hudson Register; and five great-grandchildren-Olivia Lopez, Declan Lopez, Aspen Espitia, with two more little ones on the way.

She was preceded in death by her mother Patsy Williams and stepfather Jack Williams; stepmother Sue Williams; sisters Thressa Phariss and Cynthia Looper; and brother Billy Jack Slaughter.

Patti had an undeniable zest for life. A devoted Elvis Presley fan, she made an annual pilgrimage to Graceland for Elvis Week-a tradition that brought her immense joy. Her enthusiasm extended beyond music to her local community; she was a steadfast supporter of Jim Ned sports and rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on the teams. Patti also had a heart for service-she dedicated over 14 years to delivering meals through Meals on Wheels, ensuring that those in need were cared for with warmth and kindness.

Known for being big-hearted yet fiery in spirit, Patti was honest to the core and loved fiercely. Her presence lit up every room she entered, leaving an unforgettable mark on those fortunate enough to have known her.

May the memory of Patti Phariss bring comfort to all who loved her.

Shawn was the son of Carrolyn Knight ('72) Hudson.  And grandson of Bartis Knight ('39).  Please, keep the Hudson family in your prayers.

Shawn Hudson

January 21, 1980 — January 30, 2025

Shawn Hudson left this world unexpectedly on Thursday, January 30, 2025. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 6 at his home church, First Baptist Church of Denton, from 1-2:30 with a memorial service to follow at 2:30 at the church. Another visitation will be held on Friday, February 7 at Fry-Smith Funeral Home in Tuscola from 1-2:30 with a burial to follow in Dewey Cemetery.

Shawn Trey Hudson was born January 21,1980 in Abilene, Texas to Gene and Carrolyn (Knight) Hudson. He was raised in Abilene while spending his spare time at the family farm in Lawn where his love for the outdoors was rooted. Shawn was a very talented and active young man, and his love of sports included soccer, basketball, and baseball. In 1998, he graduated from Cooper High School.

He moved to Denton and attended the University of North Texas where he received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree, and later a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Following in his parents’ footsteps, he pursued a career in coaching and teaching. During this time, he was blessed with his first daughter, Hallie, from his marriage to Lacey Phillips.

In 2009, Shawn was hired at Lakeview Middle School in The Colony, Texas where he coached football, basketball, track, and soccer, and began a Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter. In 2012, he extended a job opportunity to Alexis Anderson. Their courtship began that Fall and flourished until they were married in 2016. Together they had two daughters, Ainsley and Kinley, and one son, Owen.

Shawn loved his wife and children deeply. During their marriage they had many adventures and took family road trips. Being out at the family farm was his favorite place to be. There he loved to hog hunt, explore the West Texas terrain, fish, and share his childhood experiences with his own children.

In contrast to the peaceful getaways, Shawn was also a social man. His many talents included being an enthusiastic conversationalist, a remarkable storyteller, and an entertainer. His presence filled every room he entered, and his leadership, confidence, and work ethic were gifts he modeled to young men and peers during his coaching era, as well in all that he endeavored.

He was an optimist, encourager, counselor, and friend. He loved adventure and sought it by traveling internationally, through ministry and recreationally, sky diving, competing in Spartan races, and starting his own business in 2021.

The biggest and greatest legacy Shawn left behind was his faith in his savior, Jesus. Though we all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), through Christ’s forgiveness we are saved. Shawn’s example of Christlikeness drew you to his presence and leaves a lasting impression in the hearts of numerous.

Shawn is survived by his father and mother, Gene and Carrolyn Hudson; brothers, Chad Hudson, wife Lonetta Hudson, and Kyle Hudson; Wife, Alexis (Anderson) Hudson; daughters, Hallie, Ainsley, and Kinley Hudson; son, Owen Hudson; father and mother-in-law, Kevin and Cindy Anderson; sister-in-law, Haley (Anderson) Pejovich, husband Matthew Pejovich. As well as extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Class Of 1975

Jimmy Don 'Moon' Mullings

Jimmy Don 'Moon' Mullings

(November 21, 1956 ~ January 29, 2025)


Jimmy Don “Moon” Mullings, 68, of Needville, Texas passed away on January 29, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones in Sugar Land, Texas. He was born on November 21, 1956 in Seagraves, Texas to John Raymond Mullings and Maranda LeNora Collins Mullings.

Jimmy is preceded in death by brothers Paul Raymond Mullings, William GR Mullings, London Ray Mullings, Jerry Mac Author Mullings, Terry Lynn Mullings and sister Nora Ellen Mullings King.

Survivors include his wife, Lou Ann Mullings; son, Casey Ray Mullings and wife Christy; daughters, Brooke Lea Schmidt and husband Glenn, and Brittany Ann Mullings; brothers, Ed and Henry Mullings; sisters, Lilly Taylor and Betty Mullings; grandchildren, Jenna Renae Baird, Brady Ray Mullings, Rean Jean Mullings, Avery Miranda Schmidt, Grant Hampton Schmidt, and Gregory Robert Schmidt; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A service celebrating Jimmy’s life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 31, 2025 at Grace Community Fellowship, 12616 Hwy 36, Needville, Texas 77461.

Tributes and words of condolence may be left for the family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com.

Because Victory in Jesus played such an important part of Jimmy’s life, in lieu of flowers the family would like donations sent to www.victoryinjesusrecovery.com/donate-here or checks mailed to Victory in Jesus 218 N Houston St, Wharton, TX 77488.

Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd. (Hwy 59 South @ FM 2218), Rosenberg, Texas 77471, Phone: 281-341-8800.

Robert was the father of alumni Madison (2013) and a big supporter of our Jim Ned community.  Please keep the O'Dell family in your hearts and prayers.

Robert Edwin O'Dell, 57, of Tuscola, Texas, left this world surrounded by family to receive his eternal reward on Sunday, January 19, 2025. His Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2025 at Oldham Lane Church of Christ in Abilene with dear friend Chris McCurley and Daniel Mayfield officiating. Visitation will follow at 2:00 pm. Services are under the direction of Piersall Funeral Directors, 733 Butternut Street.

Robert Edwin was born in Abilene, Texas to E.D. “Digger” and Jean O’Dell on December 5, 1967. He attended Wylie High School from which he graduated in 1986. Robert had a long and fulfilling career for almost 30 years in the natural gas industry beginning with Lonestar Gas, TXU pipeline, and finally Atmos Energy. His most recent position was in Marketing, when he retired in 2024. He loved his Atmos family with all of his heart. 

Robert married the love of his life, Paige O’Dell, on April 14, 2000 in Abilene, Texas. They shared two amazing children and four perfect grandchildren.  Robert had a passion for his family and a true servant’s heart. His many hobbies included deer hunting, time with family, being “Boss” to his grandchildren, serving at church, camping trips in their RV, road trips with his buddies from church, weekly breakfast with his brothers and traveling with Paige. Robert looked forward to attending Red River Family Encampment (RRFE) each Summer and treasured the friendships he had  made.

During his courageous battle with cancer, he demonstrated tremendous strength and faith, believing that if he could bring one person to Christ, the adversity he had endured was all worth it.  He was known for his huge heart, bigger than life smile and his willingness to help anyone in need. He left a legacy of faith and love to all who knew him. His family longs for that sweet and joyous reunion one day in heaven.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, E.D. Digger and Jean O’Dell. Robert is survived by his wife Paige, son Chadd and Heather of Abilene TX, daughter Madison and Ty Clearman of Abilene TX; grandchildren Corley O’Dell, Carter O’Dell, Rosson Clearman, and Dutton Clearman; his brothers Dennis and Janet O’Dell of Tuscola TX, Mike and Dana O’Dell of Clyde TX, and Lee and Jennifer O’Dell of Tuscola TX; numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ryan Shipp, Shane Williams, and Stacy Baker, along with his nephews Justin O’Dell, Brandon O’Dell, Josh O’Dell, Jayden O’Dell, Clay O’Dell, Austin Willhelm, Dillon Willhelm, Andrew Tebow, Luke Tebow, Jake Jenkins, Cooper Jenkins, Eli Franciski, and Ezra Gordon. Memorials may be given to Oldham Lane Church of Christ Missions and the West Texas Rehabilitation Center of Abilene.

The family of Robert O’Dell wishes to extend our sincere thanks to UT Southwestern Medical Center & Hendrick Medical Center physicians and staff, Hendrick Hospice Care and the WTRC therapists, (Luke and Sam)whom he adored, for his excellent care.

Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.pbfuneraldirectors.com.

Class Of 1959VIEW PROFILE

James Howard 'Jim' 'Governor' Hancock

James Howard 'Jim' 'Governor' Hancock

(October 22, 1940 ~ January 16, 2025)

Jim, son of Allen Charles Hancock and Catherine Flemming and married to Marie Ferrari.


Jim Hancock died in San Rafael, California on January 16, 2025.

Jim was born at home on October 22, 1940 and grew up near Lawn, Texas.  He was graduated from Jim Ned High School in 1959.  He began his education at Texas A&M and later earned an undergraduate and a graduate degree from Golden Gate University.  The Army sent him to San Francisco in 1963 where he later met Marie Ferrari, a fourth generation San Franciscan.  Jim and Marie were married in 1965.  They lived in San Francisco until 1983 when Jim’s job took them to Dallas.  In 1984, his job took them back to California.  They settled in San Rafael, across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco, where they lived for the rest of his life.  Jim spent 35 years working as a business analyst in the insurance industry.  For several years, he also was an adjunct professor at Golden Gate University. 

For many years, Jim ran several miles every day and finished three marathons as well as several dozen shorter races.  In his retirement years, he was a furniture maker, wrote more than two dozen novels, and was an officer and longtime member of Sons in Retirement.

Jim and Marie were inveterate travelers and always spent their vacations somewhere in the outdoors.  They visited Europe four times and saw many of the world’s greatest treasures including Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Omaha Beach, the Magna Carta and Stonehenge.  They also visited Alaska, Hawaii, and every national park west of the Mississippi River.

For many years, they spent part of every summer backpacking in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, venturing into remote regions of Yosemite National Park.  They survived multiple encounters with bears and rattlesnakes, crossed fast flowing rivers, and were sometimes out of touch with civilization for days at a time.  Along the way, they climbed Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48 states, and Half Dome, the iconic rock formation in Yosemite Valley.

Jim is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marie Ferrari-Hancock, their son Aaron Hancock of Oakland, California, Aaron’s wife Maricela Ramirez and their sons Lucas and Liam.  He also is survived by his daughter Jessica Fodor of San Diego, California, her husband Christopher Fodor, and their daughters Serena and Kayla.  He was preceded in death by his brother Tyre and his sister Sandra.  He is survived by his sister Mary Black of Abilene, Texas.

A memorial mass will be said at St. Raphael’s church in San Rafael, where Jim was an active member for many years.  His ashes will be interred somewhere among the granite in Yosemite’s high country.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Society of St. Vincent DePaul, 1104 Fifth Street, San Rafael, California  94901, an organization that helps families in need.

Jim Ned Alumni Association

Marissa Lynn Thomas 

**2023-2024 JN Alumni Board Members**

Marissa Thomas Davis-President

Chantel Gallaway- Secretary

Telitha Webb-Treasurer

Lynsie Rice Paylor-Event Coordinator

Juliann Kelley-Event Co-Coordinator

Justin Caraway-Entertainment Coordindator

Thanks to Crystal Stanaland for serving on the Alumni Board for many years. We appreciate your time and hard work! She deserves a much needed break!

Everyone is looking forward to working together! We can't wait to let everyone know what we have in the works for the upcoming year! With y'all's support, we can do big things! More details coming soon about the Jim Ned Alumni Scholarship being given this May!! Go! Big Red!!


 

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