H. P. Vaughan, Jr. age 87 of Harvey
7/28/2010
H. P. Vaughan, Jr. age 87 of Harvey, Louisiana passed from this life on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at West Jefferson Hospital in Harvey, LA.

Graveside services will be Friday at 11:00 am at Coleman City Cemetery with Rev. Mike Kerzee officiating, burial to follow under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman.

H. P. was born July 16, 1923 in Mills County, Texas to the late Harvey Peter and Mary Jane Leverett Vaughan. He was raised in Grosvenor where he graduated from Grosvenor High School. He married Billie June Vaughan and she preceded him in death in 1957. On November 1, 1963 H. P. married Jo Nell Pettus in Brownwood, Texas and they have celebrated forty six years of marriage. He was a member of the Methodist Church and a long time resident of Louisiana and a retired demolition contractor.

SURVIVORS
Wife – Jo Nell Vaughan of Harvey, LA
2 Sons – Harvey Lee Vaughan of Raceland, LA
H. P. ‘Bo’ Vaughan, III of Nevada City, CA
4 Grandchilden
7 Great Grandchildren

Dawl Julian Rackley
7/26/2010
Mr. Dawl Julian Rackley, 83 years old passed away on July 23, 2010 at his residence in Novice, Texas. Mr. Rackley was born April 12, 1927 in Benoit, Texas to Eddie Lawrence Rackley & Gracie Leotis Johnson Rackley. Dawl married Dorothy Smith-Clevenger in Lovington, New Mexico on November 29, 1954, and he was proud to have celebrated 55 years with her.

Dawl was a World War II Veteran and Lease Operator Pumper until he retired. He and Dorothy moved to Coleman County on June 29, 1996 and made their home in Novice, where they were known for the Great Pyrenees that greeted everyone as they drove past the house with a turn around show.

Survivors include: Loving wife Dorothy, 1 son; Randal Wayne Clevenger, 3 sisters and brother in law; Ila Faye Brendsel of Buena Park, California, Betty Rodriguez of Aurora, Colorado, and Peggy M. & Jim Rob McKenzie of Raymore, Missouri, 2 brothers and sister in law; Horace Rackley of Portales, New Mexico, Sonny Ray & Jane Rackley of Brownfield, Texas, 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 3 great- great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. Dawl was preceded in death by his parents; Eddie & Gracie, 1 sister Mary Lee Clevenger-Washington.

Visitation will be Tuesday, July 27, 2010 from 6:00 until 7:00 P.M. at Walker Funeral Home 401 Commercial Ave. Service will be Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at the Atoka Cemetery in Novice, Texas, with Rev. Patrick Bennett officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Walker Funeral Home.

Alfred “Slim” John Roberts
7/26/2010
Mr. Alfred “Slim” John Roberts, 95 year old passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2010 in the Coleman County Medical Center. Slim was born March 20, 1915 in Runnels County to John William Roberts & Hattie Schraeder. He met and married Jessie Mae Bairrington on December 8, 1935. He was a retired service station and café owner, worked in the oil field and ranching. Survivors include: 3 sons and daughters in law; Donald M. & Mary Roberts of Forney, Kenneth & Fay Roberts of Odessa, William A. & Jean Roberts of San Antonio, 7 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 6 great-great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. John was preceded in death by his loving wife Jessie Mae, his parents, and a son; Doyle Roberts. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 28, 2010 6:00 until 7:00 P.M. at Walker Funeral Home. Service will be Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sam Wilson officiating. Private interment will follow in the Valera Cemetery under the direction of Walker Funeral Home.

Paulinda Sue Boyer, 54 years
7/22/2010
Paulinda Sue Boyer, 54 years of age, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at her residence in Coleman, Texas. She was born May 20, 1956 in Hobbs, New Mexico to Romie Breeden & Edna Mae Earnhart Breeden. She attended and graduated from Hobbs High School. She was last employed as a Landscape Gardener for T-Bone Ranch of Valera, Texas. Paulinda Sue is survived by; 1 daughter; Heather Boyer of Coleman, 3 sons; Danny Boyer, Billy Boyer, Harry Boyer all of Coleman, 2 sisters and brother in law; Johnnie & Wayne Bradford of New Mexico, and Jeannie Nowlin of Warren, Texas, 6 grandchildren; Ashley Boyer, Jason Boyer, Anthony Boyer, Zach Boyer, Natalia Boyer, and Drake Boyer, many nieces, nephews, and numerous friends. A memorial service will be Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 4:00 P. M. in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Patrick Bennett officiating, under the direction of Tom G. Walker Funeral Home of Coleman.

Pauline E. Strickland, age 86
7/22/2010
Pauline E. Strickland, age 86, loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on July 21, 2010 at home after a lengthy illness.

She was born to Jim and Ruby Trammell on September 6, 1923. She graduated from Coleman High School, and went to work at Blackland’s Flying School in Waco, Texas. As part of the war effort she learned how to repair airplanes, and was one of many known as “Rosie the Riveter.” In 1946, she married Lee Roy Strickland, and they moved to San Angelo, Texas.

Pauline was a long time member of the Cross Road Assembly of God in San Angelo, Texas, and a devoted Christian. She taught Sunday School for over twenty-eight years. More recently she attended Church of Acts in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Strickland; her parents Ruby and Jim Trammell; two brothers, Vonceal and James Trammell; two sisters, Betty Creek and Peggy Henson.

She is survived by her three children, a daughter, Blenda Bligh, and husband Alan of Corpus Christi, Texas; a son, Michael Strickland of Corpus Christi, Texas; a son, Terry Strickland and his wife Martha Strickland of Austin, Texas; Five grandchildren, Quin Bligh (Luisa), Alanna Verhaalen (Joel), Kasey Strickland (Ashley), Cody Strickland (Kim), and Olivia Strickland; Three great grandchildren, Kinzie Verhaalen, Elijah Strickland, and Hadley Strickland; one sister, Billie Wells of Abilene, Texas; one brother, Donald Trammell (Sara Jo) of Lufkin, Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Service will be held at 3:00 p.m Sunday July 25, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel and interment will be in Coleman, Texas at the Coleman Cemetery. Pallbearers are Kasey Strickland, Cody Strickland, Quin Bligh, and Joel Verhaalen. Pastor Steve Hamm of Cross Road Assembly of God in San Angelo, Texas will be officiating.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 24 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman, Texas.

Memorials may be made in her name to American Diabetes Foundation or the American Heart Association.

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Kinley Christine Kovey-Hipsher
7/21/2010
Kinley Christine Kovey-Hipsher daughter of Kaitlyn Hipsher and Dylan Kovey entered this earth on July 13, 2010 when angels carried her to be with our Lord.

Services were held Thursday at 10:00 am at the Coleman City Cemetery with Rev. John Stanislaw officiating, burial following. Services were under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman.

SURVIVORS include her loving family
Mother – Kaitlyn Hipsher of Forney, Texas
Father – Dylan Kovey of Forney, Texas
Maternal Grandparents – Tom and Megan Hispher of Forney, Texas
Maternal Great Grandparents – Edwin & Janice Hipsher of Santa Anna
Margaret Rogers of Canton, TX
Great Great Grandmother Margie Coswick of Canton, TX
And many extended family and friends

Lola Humphrey, 84
7/21/2010
BROWNWOOD: Lola Humphrey passed away on Friday, July 16, 2010. The Rev. John Clifford officiated at the services on July 19th at the Davis-Morris Funeral Chapel and the Bangs Cemetery.

Lola was born in 1925 to Robert Marvin George & Lillie (Teague) George. She was married to George Humphrey in 1942 and they resided in Eldorado for a number of years where they owned the Ford Dealership and "Falcon Ranch". After the death of her husband in 1989, Lola moved back to Brownwood and joined the Early United Methodist Church.

Survivors include brother-in-law & wife, Dr. John & Lou Humphrey of Bangs; niece and nephew, Dorothy George Field and Jarvis George, both of Coleman; and many other nieces & nephews.

Estella Vara, 35 of Winters
7/19/2010
Born on May 28, 1975 to Juan M. Vara and Cecilia V. Vara. A devoted mother, daughter, sister and friend went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 18, 2010 after a courageous fight with cancer.

She is preceded in death by her father Juan M. Vara and one brother Ralph Vara.

Estella is survived by the loves of her life. Her daughters: Domingue Nichole Garcia, Adrianna Nichole Garcia, Maribel Padilla and her son Otilio Padilla. Her mother Cecilia V. Vara of Wingate, three brothers: Cruz Vasquez of Abilene, Tony (Cathy) Vasquez of Winters, and Joe Vara of Wingate. Two Sisters: Lupe V. Sanchez (Caesar) of Santa Anna, and Delores (David) Sanchez of Winters. And her caregiver Maria Trevino and her four daughters: Linda Lee Trevino, Crystal Marie Trevino, Bianca Nichole Trevino and Brianna Nichole Luera all of Winters.

Her nieces and nephews: Samantha M. Sanchez of San Angelo, Kendra Michelle Sanchez and Cesar G. Padilla, Jr. of Santa Anna, Sonya and Daniel Vasquez of Wingate and David Jr. and Damaris Sanchez of Winters. As well as many other friends and family.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at the First Baptist Church of Winters with Pastor Danny Martinez officiating.

Willamae Tipton Laird, age 84
7/19/2010
Willamae Tipton Laird, age 84, of San Antonio, died Monday, July 12, 2010 at the Army Retirement Center. Her wish was to be cremated and there will be a Memorial Service held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 24 at the Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion, 1599 E. 9th Street, Coleman and her ashes will be interred next to her beloved husband. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Willamae was born October 15, 1925 in Coleman County, Texas to Jewel Hartman Tipton and Roy Monroe Tipton. She attended school in Coleman County and graduated from Coleman High School in 1944. Following high school, she accepted a Civil Service appointment to work in the Data Processing Unit at Kelly AFB. There she learned the operation and use of IBM equipment. She was also attending San Antonio College and San Antonio Art Institute evening classes. In 1949 she resigned her government job to go to New York City to study portrait painting with Robert Brackman.

She returned to San Antonio in 1950 and accepted a position with IBM in their Customer Service Bureau. She worked in this and several other positions with IBM until 1961 when she resigned to marry Major Wheeler E. Laird, a Finance Officer in the U. S. Army. During her travels as a military dependent she worked as a computer programmer/systems analyst both in and outside the U.S.A. Lt. Col. Laird retired in 1967 and they returned to San Antonio. She was hired as a computer programmer/S.A. and worked in the Finance Office at Ft. Sam Houston until 1970. Her husband preceded her in death on June 24, 1994 and she continued to make her home in San Antonio. Willamae was a Silver Life Master in Contract Bridge. This rating can only be achieved by winning in national tournaments.

She is survived by her loving cousins, Loretta Fenton of Coleman and Joyce Keller of Tyler and she was preceded in death by cousins, Nita Armstrong, Mildred Hunter and L. W. Keeney. Also surviving are the children and grandchildren of her cousins.

Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Bexar County, 4804 Fredericksburg Rd., San Antonio, TX 78229.

Family and friends will meet at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman, Texas at 11:00 a.m. and go in procession to Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion.

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Geraldine (Jerry) Edington of Coleman
7/16/2010
Geraldine (Jerry) Edington, age 87, of Coleman, died Friday, July 16, 2010 at Holiday Hill Nursing Home. Funeral service will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 17 at the First United Methodist Church, 500 W. Liveoak, Coleman with Rev. Mike Kerzee officiating and assisted by Rev. Kermit Sorrells. Burial will follow at the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Jerry was born July 19, 1922 in Coleman, Texas, a daughter of C. H. Freeman and Bessie Craig Freeman. She grew up in Coleman and graduated from Coleman High School. On November 27, 1941 she married Stancil Edington and he preceded her in death in 1975. She was a life-long resident of Coleman and a long-time clerk at Earle Smith Jewelers. She also owned and operated Little Bo Peep Children's Store. Jerry had been an active member of First United Methodist Church where she served on the Administrative Board and was a founding member of the Dunson Sunday School Class. She was also a member of the Bettie Morris Circle at the church. She served on the board of the American Cancer Society and was a former member of the Circle C Cowbelles.

She is survived by her son, Dr. R. M. (Mike) Edington of Coleman; one granddaughter, Michelle Burkey and husband Clint of Coleman; one grandson, Rob Edington and wife Heather of Allen; seven great-grandchildren, Mason and Kenley Burkey, Bowen, Adley and Hogan Johnson, Brayden and Sydney Edington; a special friend, Bill Sewell of Coleman.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and one sister and her daughter-in-law, Theresa Edington.

Memorials may be made to the Theresa Edington Scholarship Fund, c/o Coleman Elementary, 303 W. 15th Street, Coleman, Texas 76834 or Holiday Hill Nursing Home, 245 State Highway 153, Coleman, Texas 76834.

The family will be at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 3:00 p.m. Saturday for visitation.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the care givers and staff at Holiday Hill Nursing Home who were always so good to Jerry. They would also like to say thank you to Dr. Reynolds, Macey Knight and the staff of Coleman County Medical Center who took such good care of Jerry during her stays in the hospital.

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Melissa Mills age 55 of Abilene
7/16/2010
Melissa Mills age 57 of Abilene, Texas passed from this life on Friday, July 16, 2010 at 1:40 am at the Hendricks Medical Center in Abilene, Texas.

Services will be Monday at 10:00 am Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Kermit Sorrells & Rev. Mike Kerzee officiating services under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman. The family will receive friends Sunday from 4 till 6 pm at Henderson Funeral Home.

She was born Melissa Kay Straach to Bobbye Kidd Straach and the late Merle Raye Straach in Coleman, Texas on August 14, 1952. Melissa was raised in Coleman where she graduated from Coleman High School in 1970. On July 17, 1971 she married Gary Richard Mills and they have celebrated thirty nine years of marriage. Melissa was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Coleman and a homemaker taking care of her home and family. She had been a resident of Abilene since 2008. Family requests donations to be made to Hendrick Hospice Care Abilene, TX

SURVIVORS

Husband - Gary Mills of Abilene, Texas

Daughter - Kristen Mills of Abilene, Texas

Son - Greg & wife Candice Mills of Midland, Texas

Mother - Bobbye Straach of Coleman, Texas

Sister - Cindy & husband James Owens of Iraan, Texas

Brother - Eric & wife Amanda Straach of Coleman, Texas

4 Granddaughters - Kayla Aristondo of Abilene, Texas

Sydalee, Lilyan and Hollyn Mills of Midland, Texas

Nieces and Nephews and extended family

John Queen
7/15/2010
John Queen of Coleman passed away June 29, 2010 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.

He was born September 28, 1929 in Oklahoma.  He taught sculpture at Texas Tech University for 31 years and was well known as a sculptor during his years in Coleman.

Survivors include his wife, Avis Boyd Queen of Coleman; and two sons, Will Queen of Lubbock and John Queen of San Angelo.

His last wishes to have his ashes spread on the Red River between Oklahoma and Texas will be carried out at a later date.

Kiley Croft
7/12/2010
Kiley Croft, was born an angel on July 10, 2010. Kiley's name means land where cattle graze or beautiful.

Even though, Kiley was not with us long, Kiley was loved by many, including parents, Charlie and Misty Presley Croft of Coleman; two sisters, Skyler and Haley Croft of Coleman; grandparents, Rena Croft of Coleman, Ronny and Diane Baird of Abilene; great-grandmothers, Norma Lemond of Abilene, Mavis Croft of Coleman; great-great grandmother Ruby Maxwell of Clyde; special grandparents, Pat and Doris Pritchard of Clyde; aunts and uncles, Buddy and Michelle Lackey of Abilene, Rusty and Christina Croft of Potosi, Sabrena Croft of Coleman and numerous other family members and special friends, Tommy and Kathy Saunders of Coleman.

Kiley was preceded in death by grandfathers, Douglas Croft and Ronald James Presley; great grandmother, Janie Davis; great grandfathers, Earl Davis and Cleo Croft and great-great grandfather, R.H. Maxwell.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at the Burkett Cemetery, with Rev. Russell LeMond officiating. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

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Danny Carl Rutherford, age 54
7/12/2010
Mr. Danny Carl Rutherford, age 54, of Coleman passed from this life at home on Monday, July 12, 2010. Danny was born December 6, 1955 in Ft. Worth, Texas to Vernon R. B. Rutherford & Winnie L. Anderson. Danny is survived by his loving parents, R. B. & Winnie of Coleman, 1 daughter; Janice Porter, and 1 son; Andrew Rutherford both of Niceville, Florida, a sister; Vickie L. Rutherford of Coleman, 3 grandchildren, many friends, cousins, and Acquaintances. Visitation will be Thursday, July 15, 2010 from 10:30 A.M til 11:30 A.M. at Walker Funeral Home. Service will be Thursday at 2:00 P.M. at the Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. John Stanislaw & Bro. Rick Marshall officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Walker Funeral Home.

James T Harris 78
7/12/2010
James T Harris 78, passed away July 6, 2010 in Brownwood. A Memorial service will be held Tuesday July 13th at 11a.m. At Truevine Baptist Church in Coleman. He is survived by daughters Linda Brown and Patricia Harris and sons Greg, and James T Harris Jr. He is also survived by long time friend Kelly Lewis. Services are under the direction of Baker-Kirk Mortuary.

Wilma E. Scott, 87
7/11/2010
Funeral Services for Mrs. Wilma E. scott, age 87, of Snyder will be at 1:30 PM Sunday at Bell Cypert Seale Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at 4:30 PM at Glen Cove Cemetery near Coleman Mrs. Scott passed away at Windcrest Alzheimers Care Center in Abilene Friday morning after a lengthy illness.

She was born November 29, 1922 in Coleman County, Texas to James Frank and Kate (Gulley) Laws.

She married Charles Scott on October 31, 1941 in Coleman and had been a resident of Snyder since 1971.She was a retired nurse. Mr. Scott passed away July 17, 1997.

Survivors include:
a daughter-Charleene Gilliam and husband Jerry of Montogmery, TX
three sons- Russell Scott and wife Bea of Sweetwater; Wade Scott and wife Margie Faye of North Richland Hillls, TX and Gary Scott of Snyder: 8 grand , 21 great grandchilddren and 8 great
greatgrandchildren.

One sister- Carol J. Linn of San Antonio
Two brothers- Clinton Laws of St. Charles, MO and James Laws of Cllifton, AZ.

Friends are contributing to Windrest Alzheimers Care Center,6050 Hospital Drive, Abilene 79606

Vivian Risse, 54, of Coleman
7/7/2010
Vivian Risse, 54, born on November, 17, 1955, in Savannah, Georgia, and passed gloriously from this life on July 9, 2010 in her home. She is absent from the body and present with the Lord. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 12, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Audey Shepard officiating. Burial will be in the Coleman Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Vivian lived a full, wonderful life and exemplified the fruits of the spirit every day she lived. She lived to love and serve others. The things that really matter in this life, namely God, family and friends permeated her very being. Vivian leaves behind a legacy of pure grace, knowing it was not her works (though there was no shortage of these) that saved her, but the gracious, free, unmerited favor of God, shown by the person and the work of her Lord Jesus Christ. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband, Gregory, of nearly 35 years; sons, Paul, of Austin, Daniel of Austin, Mike and wife, Misty, of South Dakota, Jason Copeland and wife, Sandra, of Alabama; daughters, Sarah Dodson and husband, Joseph, of Early, Grace Ledbetter and husband, Dean, of McKinney. She is also survived by her father, Nelson Mercado of Orlando, Florida; her mother, Victoria Mercado of Coleman; two brothers, Nelson, of Irving, Diego, of San Antonio, as well as her beloved 13 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Family visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 11, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home.


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Dorothy Elizabeth Kennedy (Netherton)
7/7/2010
July 25, 1924 to June 25, 2010
Dorothy Kennedy (Netherton) passed away in Bonita, California after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Coleman, Texas, and often reminisced about growing up on the farm and big family gatherings. She attended John Tarleton College and married Lt. Eldon Kennedy, USMC in 1945. Dorothy worked as an office manager at Lucky Stores and after retirement, volunteered at the San Diego Historical Society.

She touched many hearts with her kind and loving spirit and was generous beyond measure. She felt that each day was a gift to be enjoyed.

Dorothy is survived by daughters Pamela Gillow and Carolyn Grimm; son Craig Kennedy; grandchildren Michelle Dutton and Melanie Kennedy; son-in-law George Gillow and companion Paul Osler.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 17th, 1:00 pm at the Chapel of the Roses in Glenn Abbey Memorial Park in Bonita.

The family would like to express a special thank you to hospice for their compassionate care and request donations to hospice or cancer research foundation in lieu of flowers.

Gale "Dwayne" Turner, 78, of Lake Coleman
7/7/2010
Gale Dwayne Turner, age 78, of Lake Coleman, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Willow Hill Assisted Living in Andrews, Texas. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 9 at Community Baptist Church, 218 Lackland Street, Coleman, with Rev. Paul Smith officiating and assisted by Rev. Alan Speed. Masonic graveside rites will follow at the Coleman City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Dwayne Turner was born April 24, 1932 in Bell County, Texas, the son of the late Loyd and Ruby Byrd Turner. He grew up and attended school in Lampasas and graduated from Sul Ross University in Alpine. He served in the United States Marine Reserve. On June 4, 1953 he married Barbara Wright and they celebrated 57 years of marriage. Dwayne was a long-time teacher and coach, beginning his career in Coleman in 1954 and continuing there until 1961. From 1961 to 1970 he coached in Kermit and from 1970 to 1988 in Rankin. In 1988 he and his wife retired to Lake Coleman and lived there until 2009 when they moved to Andrews to be closer to family. Coach Turner was a life-time member of TSTA and THSCA and was a 40 year member of the Masonic Lodge. He was a member of Community Baptist Church in Coleman.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Turner of Lake Coleman; one daughter and son-in-law, Jan and Greg Moore of Andrews; two sons and daughters-in-law, Clarke and Sandy Turner of Big Lake, Terry and Linda Turner of Abilene; eleven grandchildren, Jill and husband Eric Willis, Justin Mathews, Jessie and husband Matthew Pitcock, Jalyn and husband Dustin Sherrill, Matthew Moore, Lyndsi McNaughton, Seth Moore, Adrian Turner, Clint and wife Amy Turner, Brad Turner and Bailey Turner; eleven great-grandchildren, Hayley, Garrett, Taryn, Savannah, Darby, Tatum, Bentley, Lincoln, Landry, Hannah and Aberdine; nephew and niece, Darby Wright and Laura Shoppa.

Family visitation will be held on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan, Coleman.

Memorials may be made to Community Baptist Church, 218 Lackland Street, Coleman, Texas 76834.

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Rev. Bill Ballard, 82, of Big Spring
7/7/2010
The Rev. Bill Ballard, 82, of Big Spring, died Saturday, July 3, 2010, at University Medical Center. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday at Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Baptist Temple Church with Dwayne Wheat, Monroe Teeters, Courtney Ballard and Mark Winn officiating.� Burial will be in Coahoma Cemetery.

He was born Feb. 28, 1928, in Coleman County to Etta A. and Chester Newton Ballard. He married Enola Myrlene Lambright on May 7, 1950, in Silver City, N.M. They came to Big Spring in 1955 from Midland. She preceded him in death on Nov. 25, 1984. He married Barbara Johnke on May 23, 1997, in Big Spring. He was employed by Southwest Tool from 1955 until 1962.� He then worked for American Petro Fina as a production foreman, retiring in 1989. From 1973 until 2007, he served as pastor of Central Baptist Church at Elbow, the Children's Ministry at Baptist Temple and as pastor of Airport Baptist Church. He was a member of Gateway Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Ballard of Big Spring; two daughters, Barbara Reilly of Midway and Altie Winn and her husband Mark of Sand Springs; four sons: Bill Ballard and his wife Pat of Culpeper, Va., Courtney Ballard and his wife Kelli of Big Spring, Tim Ballard and his wife Kim of Big Spring and Kent Ballard and his wife Tammy of Guthrie; five sisters, Melba Wesson of Brownwood, Aleta Trigg and her husband James of Corpus Christi, Allene Cope of Coleman, Clara Row her husband Buck of Midland and Joan Stanton and her husband Don of Silsbee; one brother, Chester Ballard of Brownwood; 16 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

The family requests memorials to Gateway Baptist Church, 2305 Gatesville St., Big Spring 79720.

The family will be at 5300 Ratliff Road.

Arrangements are by Myers & Smith Funeral Home. Pay your respects online at www.myersandsmith.com

Santos (Sam) Mendoza, Jr., age 65
7/6/2010
Santos (Sam) Mendoza, Jr., age 65, of Coleman, died Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at his residence. Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, July 8 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Serafin Avenido as Celebrant. Burial with military honors will follow in the Coleman City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman.

Sam Mendoza was born December 5, 1944 in Coleman, Texas, a son of Santos and Stella Mendoza. He grew up and attended school in Coleman. He served in the United States Navy for eight years. In 1971 he married Maria Dolores Sanchez in Coleman. He was the owner/operator of Sam's Radiator Shop in Coleman. Sam was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he was a member of the Holy Name Society, the Curisllistas and was certified by the Diocese of San Angelo to teach CCD Classes.

Survivors include his wife, Dolores Mendoza of Coleman; four sons, Santos Mendoza III of Coleman, Michael Mendoza and wife Katie of San Antonio, Josh Mendoza and wife Sarah of San Antonio, Jon Mendoza of Coleman; four sisters, Gay Dela Rosa and husband Sam, Margie Mitchell and husband Max, Terry Dulin and husband Richard all of Coleman, Rose Aldridge and husband Rusty of Brownwood; four brothers, Connie Mendoza and wife Mary, Rick Mendoza and wife Karen, Benny Mendoza and wife Stacey all of Coleman, Eddie Mendoza of Bangs; a sister-in-law, Joann Mendoza of Mineral Wells; eight grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Liz Merkle and a brother, Johnny Mendoza.

Prayer service (Rosary) will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 7 in Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. The funeral will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 8, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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Wayne May, Jr.
7/6/2010
Funeral services for Earl Wayne May Jr., age 80, of Brownwood will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church with Richard Hetzel and Richard Jackson officiating. Burial with Masonic Rites will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Davis Morris Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00.

Wayne passed away on Monday, July 5, 2010 in San Angelo Texas at Shannon Medical Center.

He was born on January 22, 1930 in Gustine, Texas to Earl Wayne and Mary Lou May. Wayne grew up in Comanche County. He married the love of his life, Betty Lou Wallis, on October 27, 1951 in Llano, Texas. They made their home in Comanche, Llano and Brownwood. Wayne started trading livestock at the early age of eight years old. He began auctioneering at age seventeen in Goldthwaite Texas. Wayne auctioneered livestock and automobile auctions all over Texas before he retired. Wayne owned and operated auction sales in Llano, Brownwood, Lubbock and Decatur along with a large dairy farm, ranches and numerous other businesses. He was a 59 year member of the Hope Lodge # 481of Comanche, Texas and was a 32nd degee mason. He was also a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Brownwood. Wayne will be remembered for his generosity, charisma and his abundant love for his family.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betty Lou Wallis May, of Brownwood; two sons, Danny Wayne May and wife, Brenda, of Brownwood and John Walter May and wife, Lisa, of Brownwood; one daughter, Janet May Johnson and husband, Joseph, of Coleman; one daughter in law, Terry May Blagg of Brownwood; one sister, Johnnie May Boone of Austin. Grandchildren Julianna May McWilliams of Seattle, Washington; John Zachary May of Brownwood; Lezleigh Nicole May Seerey of Houston; Ashley May Johnson Moses of Houston; Perry Wayne May Blagg of Beaumont; Amber May Johnson of Houston; Joseph William Johnson of Lubbock; Kelcey Michelle May of Dallas; Logan Christopher May of Brownwood; one niece, Mary Lou Clayton and husband, Archie, of Austin. Three great granddaughters, Emory Ellis May, Brooklyn Kate Seerey, and Campbell May Moses. Numerous cousins, great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Earl Lanham (Lanny) May, parents Earl and Mary Lou May, brother in law George Boone, father and mother in law Lanham and Lois Wallis and a niece Doris Boone.

Pallbearers will be Wayne’s grandsons Zachary May, Perry Blagg, Will Johnson and Logan May.

Honorary pallbearers are Joe Riley, Richard Sharpe, Merle Kelton, Sonny Teague, Richard Hetzel, Dale Biggs, Stanton Brown, Nelson Turnbow, and Don Johnson.

The family requests memorials be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 129, Brownwood TX 76801.

Condolences can be offered to the family at www.davismorrisfuneralhome.com.

Obituary for Eddie Brown
7/5/2010
Eddie (Barber) Brown, age 70, of Ballinger died Friday evening, July 2, 2010 at his home surrounded by family.

He was born on July 18, 1939 in Coleman to Ralph and Lois Marie (Wiegreffe) Brown. He graduated from Talpa High School and attended Tarelton College for a year before going to Barber College. He owned Brown’s Barber in Ballinger and had been operating there since 1964.

Eddie married Billie Selby on February 7, 1959 in Ciudad Acuna, Mexico.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to go to the beach with his family. He enjoyed collecting and making arrow heads. He loved his family and had a special love for his grandkids and great grandkids

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Randall in 1972, Kent in 1997, and Larry in 1975.

Survivors include his wife, Billie of Ballinger; children, Debra Rinn, and Bill Brown and his wife Gena all of Ballinger: his seven grandchildren, Courtney Harrison and husband, Matt, Robbye Bryan, Cole Rinn, William (Wes) Brown, Dylan Brown and wife, Kristen, Audrey Brown and Laura Brown; and his two great grandchildren, Emma and Zac Harrison. A sister, Sybil Dodson and her husband Dr. Dwain Dodson; 3 nephews, Kelly and Max Sanderford, Tommy Selby Jr,; and a niece Heather Tiller also survive.

Visitation for family and friends will be Monday, July 5, 2010 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Lange Funeral Home. Service will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 6 at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Chamness and Rev. Buddy Moore officiating. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Burial will follow at Talpa Cemetery.
Guests may register at ballingerfuneralhome.com.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Ballinger, National Lupus Foundation, American Cancer Society or a favorite Charity.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of Ballinger, Dr. Karen Rightmire, and Dr. Denver Marsh and staff at Shannon Regional Heart Center.

Shirley McCollor, age 62, of Bangs
7/3/2010
Shirley McCollor, age 62, of Bangs died Friday, July 2, 2010 at Brownwood Regional Medical Center. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00 am today, July 3, 2010 at Mukewater Cemetery in Brown County. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home of Coleman.

She was born December 12, 1947 in Fergus Falls, MN to the late Harry McCollor and Kate Harris McCollor. She moved to Bangs, Texas in 1971. Shirley graduated from Coronado High School and attended Durham Business College. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star #116 and the Victory Baptist Church in Brownwood.

She is survived by one son, John William McCollor of Bangs, Texas.

Please sign her online guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Patsy Lobstein-Newberry, 55, of Coleman
7/2/2010
Patsy Jo Lobstein, age 55, of Coleman died June 30, 2010 at Coleman County Medical Center. Family visitation will be held on Saturday, July 10, 2010, from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan Street. Private inurnment will take place at a later date. Cremation services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home of Coleman.

She was born December 8, 1954 in Santa Anna, Texas to the late Aruther Noble Lobstein and Ruth Marie Graves Lobstein. Patsy attended schools in Coleman County and married Jerry Don Newberry in Coleman, Texas. He preceded her in death in 1980. Patsy was a life long resident of Coleman County and was a member of the Baptist faith. She was a housewife and loving mother.

She is survived by one daughter, Lesa Ponce of San Angelo, Texas; two brothers Jake Lobstein of Early, Texas; Roy Lobstein of Ft. Stockton, Texas; five grandchildren, Victoria Garcia, Selena Garcia, Nicolas Ponce, Patricia Ponce, and Patricio Ponce all of San Angelo, Texas.

Please sign her online guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Johnny Edward Snodgrass age 76 of Coleman
7/1/2010
Johnny Edward Snodgrass age 76 of Coleman, Texas passed from this life on Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 8:23pm at his residence in Coleman.

Services will be Saturday at 11:00 am graveside at Rockwood Cemetery with Rev. Kent Battenfield & Rev. Eddie Elliott officiating. Interment will follow at Rockwood Cemetery under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman. The family will receive friends Friday from 6:00 till 7:30 pm at Henderson Funeral Home.

Johnny was born March 23, 1934 in Coleman County to the late John Will and Florence Louise Horton Snodgrass. He was raised in Santa Anna where he attended the Santa Anna Schools. In 1950 Johnny married Virginia Lee Keele in Midland, Texas. OnJuly 2, 1977 he married Nancy Holland in Goldthwaite, Texas and they have celebrated thirty three years of marriage. He served his country with the United States Air Force. Johnny had been a resident of Mullin for 25 years moving from Coleman County and was a member of the Goldthwaite Cowboy Church. He was a truck driver retiring in 2007.

SURVIVORS
Wife – Nancy Snodgrass of Mullin, Texas
Daughter – Ann & husband Max Richardson of Coleman, Texas
Brother – Dewey Snodgrass of Midland, Texas
Granddaughter – Sheila & husband Michael Poling of Blanket, TX
3 Great Grandchildren
Kassidy Snodgrass of Midland, Texas
Daniel Reeves & Jessica Taylor both of Blanket, TX
Step Daughter – Lena May Day of Early, TX
5 Step Sons – Tommy Thurman of Coleman, TX
Glenn Johnson & Freddie Johnson both of Goldthwaite, TX
Preston Holland of Midland, TX & Randy Holland of Mullin, TX
12 Step Grandchildren
8 Step Great Grandchildren

Johnny was preceded in death by
Granddaughter – Kim Snodgrass in 2001
Step Son – Curtis Holland in 2007

PALLBEARERS
Michael Poling, Mike Stamp, Shane Green,
Tommy Thurman, Jimmy Hewitt, Raymond Diehl


John Rathmell, age 87, of San Antonio
6/29/2010
John Rathmell, age 87, of San Antonio, Texas and formerly of Coleman County, died Monday, June 28, 2010 in San Antonio. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 2:00 pm at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel, 400 W. Pecan Street, Coleman, Texas with Rev. Ken Hennix officiating. Burial will follow at the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home of Coleman.

John was born April 3, 1923 in Novice, Texas to the late Barnett Lodge Rathmell and Gertie Mae Baker Rathmell. He graduated from Novice High School in 1942 and joined the U.S. Army serving in World War II. He served under General George S. Patton in the third army in Europe. He was awarded the Bronze Star at that time. After being discharged from the army, he returned to Novice. John met and married Lillian Petty on July 28, 1950 in Novice. Together they moved to San Antonio, Texas in 1966. He was an iron rigger and worked for Lamar Moore Drilling in Abilene and for H.B. Zachry in San Antonio for 32 years. He was a member of the Eisenhower Baptist Church in San Antonio, Texas. John is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers; James, Bill and Claude; four sisters, Kate, Lillie, Irene, and Betty.

John is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lillian Rathmell of San Antonio, Texas. One daughter Kelly Rathmell of San Antonio, Texas; one son, Clinton Rathmell and wife Timi of San Antonio, Texas; one grandson, Matthew Rathmell; one sister, Bennie Gay of Coleman, Texas.

Please sign his online guest book at www.livingmemorials.com

Jeanna Willeford Lowe, 51, of Coleman
6/29/2010
Jeanna Willeford Lowe, 51, of Coleman, died Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene, surrounded by family and friends, after fighting a long battle with Lupus. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street, Coleman, with Rev. Mike Kerzee officiating, assisted by Rev. Joseph Buse. Committal services will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 1, 2010 at Greenleaf Cemetery, U.S. Hwy 377 South, Brownwood. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, Coleman.

She was born Jeanna Ray Willeford on February 24, 1959 in Marlow, Oklahoma, the daughter of Charles Ray Willeford and Jeannine Etta Hanson Willeford Elkins. Jeanna started elementary school in Breckenridge and continued in Baird, graduated from Baird High School in 1978. She married Glenn Edward Waldrop on January 28, 1978 in Baird. She later married Robert Edward Lowe on July 8, 1994 in Breckenridge.

Jeanna worked as a nurses aide while in high school and then became full-time care giver for her first born child, Ashley Renee’ Waldrop, who was born with Spina Bifida. Later, Jeanna became a Certified Nurses Aide, working in the Corpus Christi area, before moving to Breckenridge in 1993. In 1995, Jeanna graduated from Texas State Technical School in Breckenridge, earning her Vocational Nursing Certificate and shortly after became a Licensed Vocational Nurse. In 1997, Jeanna graduated from Cisco Junior College in Abilene, earning her Associate Degree in Nursing and became a Registered Nurse. At the time of her death, Jeanna was the Director of Nursing at North Runnels Hospital in Winters and had also worked as Charge Nurse on the Oncology Unit at Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene and was the Director of Nursing at Canterbury Villa Nursing Home in Baird. She kept busy doing hours of genealogy research and for the last several years, started crocheting again, making prayer shawls, afghans and other items. She was a member of the Chapel Class at First United Methodist Church in Coleman.

Jeanna is survived by her husband, Robert Edward Lowe of Coleman; her son, Michael Edward Waldrop and wife, Laura, of Buenos Aires, Argentina; her daughter Kari Ann Waldrop Whitney and husband, Robert, of Savannah, Georgia; her sister, Melody Willeford Barry of Baird and her companion, John Slate of Bedford; four aunts, Barb Hanson Glynn of Vernon Center, Minnesota, Mary Willeford of Marlow, Oklahoma, Martha Willeford of California, Rosalie Hanson Fraser of Pennsylvania; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bob and Carolyn Lowe of Brownwood; two sisters-in-law, Nancy Trowbridge of Brownwood and Kathy Stephens and husband, Paul, of Early; grandmothers-in-law, Nyo Lowe of Brownwood and Jean Conger of Lubbock; five nephews John Barry and wife, Cathy, of Willow Park, Matthew Barry of Baird, Bryan Trowbridge of Brownwood, Jacob and Joshua Redman of Early, two nieces, Elizabeth Trowbridge of Brownwood and Ruth Ann Lowe of Early; one great-nephew, Joshua Kole Barry, many, many cousins and her ex-mother-in-law, Mary Waldrop Land of Breckenridge.

Jeanna was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter Ashley Renee’ Waldrop in 1985.

Family visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home.

Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church Choir Fund, 500 West Liveoak, Coleman, Texas 76834 or North Runnels Hospital Auxiliary, P. O. Box 185, Winters, Texas 79456 or Spina Bifida Association (web-site www.spinabifidaassociation.org)

Please sign her online guestbook at:
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John Elbert Rathmell, age 87, of San Antonio
6/28/2010
John Elbert Rathmell, age 87, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Coleman County died June 28, 2010 in San Antonio. Services are pending with Stevens Funeral Home in Coleman.

Rosetta Marie Stephens, 72 years of age
6/28/2010
Rosetta Marie Stephens, 72 years of age, of Midland and former longtime resident of Coleman, passed away June 26, 2010 in Midland, Texas.

Mrs. Stephens will be cremated and no services planned. Arrangements by Walker Funeral Home.

Mary Jo Vaughn, age 74, of Abilene
6/27/2010
Mary Jo Vaughn, age 74, of Abilene and former Coleman resident, died Saturday, June 26, 2010 at her residence. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 30 in Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Keith Clifton officiating. Burial will follow in the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

She was born Mary Jo Ewing on September 17, 1935 in Coleman, Texas, a daughter of Jack Ewing and Opal Mae Dancer Ewing. She grew up in Coleman County and attended school in Coleman, graduating from Coleman High School. On December 21, 1954 she married Richard L. Vaughn in Coleman and he preceded her in death on May 20, 2008. Following their marriage, Mary Jo and Richard lived in Coleman and moved to Abilene in 1973. She was a dedicated wife and a wonderful mother to her children. She was active in PTA and the Booster Club. She was a member of the Church of the Heavenly Rest, Episcopal, in Abilene.

Survivors include two sons, Richard Derek Vaughn and wife Cheryl of Potosi; Terry G. Vaughn and wife Shawna of Victoria; one daughter, Kimberli Kai Mikkelson and husband John of Saginaw; six granddaughters, Amie Jo Cooley, Trey Ann Vaughn, Derricka Vaughn, Terra Lynn Vaughn, Rachel Vaughn, Alyssa Woods; two grandsons, Tyler Vaughn and Lane Mikkelson; two great-grandchildren, Ashtyn and Stoney Cooley; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill G. and Farrah Vaughn of Granbury; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Opal Ewing and her in-laws, C. P. and Mabel Vaughn.

The family would like to say a special thank you to Mary Jo's caregivers, Karla Davis and Nannie May Davis, who took such good care of her for the past two years.

Memorials may be made to Hendrick Hospice, 1682 Hickory, Abilene, Texas 79601.

Family visitation will be held Tuesday, June 29 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Eugene A. Hawkins, age 69, of Brownwood
6/25/2010
Eugene A. Hawkins, age 69, of Brownwood, passed away Wednesday night at the Abilene Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 pm Sunday at the Coggin Ave. Baptist Church in Brownwood with Dr. Tim Skaggs and Bro. J. A. McDaniel officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenleaf Cemetery under the direction of Heartland Funeral Home of Early. Visitation will be held from 6 – 8 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

He was born July 25, 1940 in Coleman, the son of the late Beauford and Addie Keith Hawkins. He was married to Peggy Galloway on August 25, 1957 and they were married 40 years. He later married Natasha Khais in Brownwood of whom he had been married to for 8 years. He had lived in Brownwood most of his life.

Eugene was known for his warm smile and loving kindness and as a very popular and familiar face at Underwood’s Barbeque where he had worked for over 43 years. He was always very active in his church having been a bus driver, Sunday School teacher, and involved in youth ministry at Faith Baptist Church. Later he was actively involved in ministry at Southside Baptist Church where he served on many committees and in mission work in the Ukraine. He was a member of Coggin Ave. Baptist Church at the time of his death. His main goal in life was to lead people to Christ.

Another favorite hobby of Eugene was collecting and restoring antique cars, many of which were show pieces that he was extremely proud of. He loved talking about the cars and their history.

Eugene will be greatly missed by his family, his many friends and those of whom he has helped in life. He certainly was a person with a servant’s heart.

He is survived by his wife, Natasha Hawkins of Brownwood

A son, Dean Hawkins and his wife Laura of Brownwood

Two stepdaughters, Helen Khais and Jenia Pegova of Odessa, Ukraine

6 Grandchildren, Jenny McQueen and husband Justin of San Angelo
Holly Hawkins of Brownwood
Haleigh Pierce of Aledo
James Pierce of Aledo
Kensey Hawkins of Brownwood
Jacey Martinez of San Saba


His former wife – Peggy Hawkins of Brownwood

A Brother – Mitchell Hawkins and wife Renee of Whitehouse

A half-sister – JoAnn Moore and husband Jerry of Arkansas

A Son-in-law – Steve Pierce and wife Gaynell of Aledo

A Brother-in-law – Robert Lemen and wife Kay of Abilene

Numerous other family members also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Shelli Pierce, and 2 Sisters, Doris Lemen and Sandra Hawkins.

Friends and family are encouraged to sign the guestbook at www.heartlandfuneralhome.net.

Memorials are requested to be made to Coggin Ave. Baptist Church.

Iris L. Ash, age 85
6/25/2010
Mr. Iris L. Ash, 85, of Coleman, died Friday, June 25, 2010 at Holiday Hill Nursing Home. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 28, at Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Ed Windebank officiating. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, Coleman.

Mr. Ash was born November 10, 1924 in Gorman, Texas, a son of Joseph Ash and Alice Rogers Ash. He grew up in Abilene, Coleman, Tecumcari, NM and Aztec, NM. He served in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II in the European Theater of Operations as well as in Africa and the Middle East and was an airplane armorer gunner. Following World War II he was stationed in Occupied Japan and also fought in Korea during the Korean War. In 1953 he married Bonnie Ann Wood in Aztec, NM. He was a carpenter and painter and a Baptist. He moved to Coleman several years ago.

He is survived by two sons, Rick Ash and Randy Ash; two daughters, Tina Tabor and Pamela Palmer; the mother of his children, Bonnie Ann Ash; numerous grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, his twin brother Dorris Ash, Cecil Ash and Joe Ash; and by two sisters, Leona "Dink" Finely and Vera Stevenson.

Memorials may be made to Holiday Hill Nursing Home, 245 State Highway 153, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign his on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com.

Cora “Cody” Hounshell, age 94
6/23/2010
Cora “Cody” Hounshell, age 94, of Early, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 at a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at the Higginbotham Funeral Chapel in Cross Plains; burial will follow in the Cross Cut Cemetery in Brown County.

She was born on October 23, 1915 in Coleman County to Rufus Wilson and Edna (Jones) Phillips. She married William Martin “Bud” Hounshell on November 1, 1936. “Cody” as she was known by her friends worked for the Goldsmith ISD as a bus driver and in the cafeteria for many years. She was a member of the Church of Christ.

She is survived by her daughters Joan Roach and Mary Beth McMillan; sons Horace E. Hounshell, Gary K. Hounshell and Larry G. Hounshell; sister Nora Williams; eleven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

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

Mrs. Cora Lee Taylor, 96 years of age
6/23/2010
Mrs. Coralee Taylor, 96 years of age, passed away on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 in the Coleman County Medical Center. Coralee was born April 30, 1914 in Tecumseh, Oklahoma to A. B. & Velma Ramsey. One of 15 children, Coralee moved with her family at age 6 to Quitaque, Texas where they were cotton farmers, after graduating High School, Coralee moved to Shawnee, Oklahoma with her sister Edna and her family while working as a clerk at Woolworth’s Department Store. There she met Stanley Taylor whom she married September 6, 1937. They moved to the Los Angeles area during the depression. During World War II, Coralee worked at the Vultee Aircraft Plant. She then worked at Cole of California making parachutes. After the war they settled in Huntington Park, California and were Real Estate brokers until 1980 when Stanley passed away on June 3, 1980. Coralee then moved to Glen Cove to live with her daughter and son in law.

She is survived by her daughter and son in law; Judy & Bucky Duvall of Glen Cove, 2 granddaughters & grandsons in law; Becky & Lynn Jones, and Missy & Stan Adian of Glen Cove, 4 great grandchildren; Jason Jones of Roanaoke, Texas, Christi Jones of Houston, Trey Adian of Austin, and Ashton Adian of Glen Cove, 1 great great grandson; Jackson Jones of Roanoke. Also surviving are 3 brothers and sisters in law; Glen & Lila Ramsey of Quitaque, Texas, Doyle & Ladell Ramsey of Plainview, and Albert & Jan Ramsey of Clarendon, along with numerous nieces and nephews, and friends.

Coralee will be Greatly Missed by her family and friends. Visitation will be Friday, June 25, 2010 from 6:00 to 7:00 P. M. at Walker Funeral Home. Services Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 2:00 P. M. in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ralph Howell officiating. Interment will be Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Whittier, California with Rev. Patrick Bennett officiating; Coralee will be laid to rest beside her Husband, under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman, Texas.

Allene Jones, 86 of Killeen
6/23/2010
Allene Jones, 86 of Killeen, Texas passed from this life on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at the Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital in Temple.

Memorial Services will be Friday at 10:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church in Killeen with graveside services and interment at 4:00 pm at Santa Anna Cemetery with Rev. John Stanislaw officiating, services under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna.

She was born On September 22, 1924 in Coleman County. Texas to the late Ed Key and Floy Maurine Laxson Jones. Allene was raised in Santa Anna and graduated from the Santa Anna High School in 1942. She was a member of the Santa Anna Baptist Church and a resident of Killeen for 30 years moving there from Austin after her fathers death to care of her mother. Family came first and she loved being a part of the large extended Jones family. She attended and hosted many Jones Family reunions. Allene worked for Austin State School and retired as a counselor with the Texas Rehabilitation Commission.

SURVIVORS
Sister – Margaret Reid of Copperas Cove, Texas
2 Nieces – Maurine & husband William Landers of Houston, Texas
Barbara Colgin of Copperas Cove, Texas
6 great nieces and nephews
3 great great nieces and nephews

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Santa Anna Cemetery Association, Box 97, Santa Anna, TX 76878

Gene "Mavrik" Garner
6/23/2010
December 18, 1945 - June 9, 2010

Gene "Mavrik" Garner came into this world as Wilburn Eugene Garner, Jr. on December 18, 1945 in Santa Anna, Texas, the son of the late Wilburn Eugene "Sleepy" Garner Sr. and Arliss (Crutcher) Garner. He attended school in Rochelle, then later graduated from Brady High School in 1964. Immediately upon graduation, Gene enlisted in the U. S. Navy and served during the Viet Nam War. He was very proud to have served his country and was a member of the Oklahoma City VFW. Gene was a man of many talents; but his passion was making kaleidoscopes.

Survivors include his children: Lewaine and Jason Heath of Greenville, TX and Dorothy Lyle of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandchildren: Ryan and Emily Hudler, Cheyenne Lyle, Aaron Soderman, Brandon Songer and Sarah Songer; great grandchildren: Andon and Kolden Hudler; brother: Randy Garner of Brownwood; sisters: Diane Booth and Barbie Young, both of Brownwood; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and mother of his daughters, Cherie Garner.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, June 27th at Netherton Funeral Home, 1412 Belle Plain, Brownwood, TX.

Boby Reid Hefner, age 82
6/23/2010
Boby Reid Hefner, age 81, of Coleman, died Tuesday, June 22, 2010. Graveside funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 25 at the Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Pastor Ronnie B. White officiating. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.　

Boby Reid Hefner was born February 2, 1928 in Levelland, Texas, the son of James C. and Alma Reid Hefner. As a farmboy, he grew up and attended school in Loop, Texas. He entered the United States Army in 1945, serving in Italy and Treste. He returned to his family farming partnership with his father until the drought in the early 1950’s forced him to seek employment with Nichols Industries in Pasadena, Texas and later in Jacksonville, Texas. This formed a life long relationship with his friend and mentor, Talley Nichols.　

On June 2, 1955, Bob married Josephine Perez in Houston, Texas. In 1965, they and their daughter, Maritza, started a manufacturing business in their home garage. This soon blossomed into Hefner Plastics, which became a leader in the plastic injection molding industry, not only in Texas but nationwide. Bob retired in 2006, turning the reins of Hefner Plastics, Inc. to the present employees. Bob was an accomplished amateur musician and enjoyed entertaining family and friends at social gatherings. Bob was a wonderful husband, father, an outstanding brother and friend who will be missed by all of us.　

Survivors include two brothers, Gilbert Hefner and wife, Dorothy, of Troup, Texas, Wayne Hefner of Coleman, Texas; three sisters, Charlene Cumba of Victoria, Texas, Donna Wagner of Cross Plains, Texas, Jackie Hefner of Abilene, Texas and numerous nieces and nephews.　

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Josephine Hefner; their daughter, Maritza Hefner; two brothers, James Hefner, Jr., Larry Hefner; three sisters, Olga Witt, Wilsie Balkum, Wanda Dufore; one nephew, James Hefner and one niece, Dansel Deen.　

Family visitation will be held on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street, Coleman, Texas 76834.　

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, Texas 79605.　

Please sign his online guestbook at:
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Kelly Parker, age 46
6/20/2010
Kelly Parker, age 46, died Friday, June 18th, 2010 in Coleman County. Kelly was born November 2, 1963 in Coleman, Texas to Ray and Carol Larkin Parker. He grew up in Coleman and graduated from Coleman High School. He was an electrician and was employed by Rayco Well Service. Kelly was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Coleman.

He is survived by his parents, Ray and Carol Parker of Abilene, Texas; one brother Michael Parker and his wife Ana of Los Angeles, California; one sister Lisa Burduroglu and husband Selim of Dallas, Texas; three nieces Niko and Zoe Parker of Los Angeles, California and Leyla Burduroglu of Dallas, Texas.

Memorial services will be Tuesday at 2:00 p.m., June 22, 2010, at Stevens Funeral Home Memorial Chapel. Rev Mike Kerzee, pastor of First United Methodist Church of Coleman, will officiate. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home of Coleman.

The family suggests memorials to Rescue the Animals: 5933 South 1st Street, Abilene, Texas 79605-1229.

Please sign his on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Gwen Jackson
6/20/2010
Gwen Jackson, Dolie to her family, slipped peacefully from this life into the arms of her heavenly Father, Saturday, June 19, after some months of declining health. She was born June 29, 1924, in Coleman, TX, to Jim Will and Bessie Ray Jackson. A lifelong resident of Coleman, she later moved to Midland ten years ago to be close to family. She was the middle daughter of five girls. It was a lively household to say the least. She was a loving and caring daughter, sister and aunt, spoiling the nieces and nephews and reveling in each one’s life. Her passion in life was her family. Her favorite times were family gatherings. She had an uncanny ability to remember the birthdays of all the extended family members and was usually the first to call and wish each one a happy birthday. She was loyal to her roots.

She loved reading her well worn Bible and cherished her church families, Central Baptist in Coleman and Kelview Heights Baptist in Midland. She blessed her family through her strong walk of faith. Characterized by her gentle, quiet and unassuming spirit, her complete faith in her Savior led her to never worry or fret about circumstances but fully rely on God’s faithfulness. This childlike faith carried her through many obstacles in her life. She never complained and was deeply appreciative of any kindness extended her. She touched many people’s lives as she modeled the love of her God to all she encountered.

She was a hard worker at Coleman Steam Laundry. When she ironed a shirt it was done to perfection. She enjoyed keeping house, and her tidy home evidenced that love of order.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, James Jackson, one sister, Opal Dunn, and brothers-in-law Berlie Dunn, Raymond Dunn, and Harold Woodard. She is survived by three sisters, Ozell Dunn of Midland, Billie Woodard of Odessa, and Betty Ray Mittel and husband Glen of Bandon, Oregon; nephews, Jerry Dunn of Midland, Eddie Dunn of Plano, Mike and Mark Mittel of California, Steve Woodard of Abilene and nieces Judy Connell of Midland, and Jana Daniel of Plano; ten great-nieces and nephews; seventeen great-great nieces and nephews and their families; and scores of friends.

Perhaps, the greatest honor a lady could hope to have at her death is to know, as Dolie did, that nobody had a bad word to say about her. Such is the legacy of a life fully devoted to God and family.

Services are under the direction of Lewallen - Garcia - Pipkin Funeral home. Family visitation will be Monday night at the funeral home from 6:00-8:00 PM. The memorial service will be on Tuesday morning at 9:00 at Kelview Heights Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Berry officiating and Rev. Bill Skaggs assisting. Graveside services will be at 2:30 Tuesday at Coleman City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Kelview Heights Baptist Church Mission Fund.

Josephine R. “Tita” Garcia
6/20/2010
Funeral services for Josephine R. “Tita” Garcia will be at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at St. Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Greenleaf Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel.

Josephine was born on November 16, 1929 in Millersview and went into God’s loving embrace on June 19, 2010. Her spirit of courage and integrity will live in our hearts forever. She was truly the wind beneath our wings. She touched so many lives with her kindness, compassion, and for her love of life. Her smile would light up any room and her love of flowers goes without saying.

Josephine married Domingo L. Garcia on May 6, 1950 in Brownwood. She worked for many years at Tom Byrd Cleaners and as an assistant to Mrs. Wendell Mayes. She was a lifelong and active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where she served on the Ladies’ Alter Society, the Guadalupanas and took many trips with the 39 & Holding Club. She was a lifelong resident of Brownwood and was an avid fan of the Brownwood Lions.

She was preceded in death by her father Cresencio Rodriguez, mother Josefina Aceves Rodriguez, and nephew Michael Acuna. Immediate family survivors include her loving husband, Domingo M. Garcia, son James Garcia and wife Juanita, son Val Garcia and wife Tammy, daughter Erma J. Barrera and husband Vincent Barrera III. Grandchildren, James Ford, Brenda Kiggans and husband Lou Kiggans, Chris Garcia, Val Garcia and wife LeeAnn Garcia, Michael Garcia, Jennifer Garcia, Brittany Barrera, and adopted grandson David Lambert. Great-Grandchildren, Sarah Garcia, Gabriella Kiggans, Allie Garcia, Chaucer Garcia-Langbert, Carter Garcia-Langbert, Tosca Garcia-Langbert, and Valencia Kiggans. Sisters, Mary Acuna and husband Jessie Acuna, Amelia Vasquez and husband Raymond Vasquez, Alicia Villarreal and husband Pablo Villarreal, and Olivia Farias and husband Enrique Farias. She is also survived by the immediate family of Domingo M. Garcia, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.davismorrisfuneralhome.com

Mom, we your children will like to dedicate this poem to you.

In Memory Of Our Mother
You were a precious gift from God above,
so much beauty, grace and love.
You touched our hearts in so many ways,
your smile so bright even on the bad days.
You heard God’s whisper calling you home,
you didn’t want to go and leave us alone.
You loved us so much, you held on tight,
until all the strength was gone and you could no longer fight.
He had called your name twice before,
you knew you couldn’t make him wait anymore.
So you gave your hand to God and slowly drifted away,
knowing that with our love we will be together again some day.
We love you mom with all of our hearts. Your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren

KENNETH LILES, age 67
6/18/2010
Kenneth (Ken) Liles age 67 of Coleman, Texas died June 16, 2010 in Austin, Texas. Ken was born November 4, 1942 in Fresno, California to the late Ray and Dorothy Eddy Liles. He was raised in Clovis, California and attended school there. Ken married Doris Ashley on July 5th, 1963 in Clovis, California. Together they moved to Coleman, Texas in 1979 for a short period and then returned to Coleman in 1993. He was a cement contractor and was a member of the Baptist faith. Ken loved to take his children and grandchildren fishing and took pride in spending time with them. He was an avid ham-radio operator.

He is survived by his wife, Doris, of Coleman, Texas; two daughters Julie Coleman and husband Mark of Modesto, California, Jill Patino and husband Louis of Austin, Texas; one son, Justin Liles and wife Courtney of Delaware, Ohio. Ten grandchildren, Josh Liles and wife LeDawn of Grand Prairie, Texas, Christine Patino of San Antonio, Texas, Clint and Justin Coleman of Coleman, Texas, Katie, Nicholas, and Michael Patino of Austin, Texas, Angelina and Ray Liles of Delaware, Ohio, Adrienne Moorman of Delaware, Ohio. Four sisters, Patty LaMadrid and fiancé Buddy Davis of Coleman, Texas, Sue Meroney and husband Gene of Santa Anna, Texas, Wanda Simpson and husband Randy of Llano, Texas, Linda Butterfield and husband Cal of Fresno, California. Five brothers, Don Liles and wife Linda of Coleman, Texas, Jack Liles of Coleman, Jimmy Liles and wife Trish of Modesto, California, David Liles and wife Arlene of Fresno, California, Gary Liles of California.

Ken is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Thomas Ray Liles.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 19th. at Concho Baptist Church in Coleman, Texas with Rev. Daniel Stovall, officiating. Burial will follow in the Burkett Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home of Coleman. Family visitation will be held on Friday, June 18th., 2010 from 6pm to 8pm at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street in Coleman.

Please sign his on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Dorothy Aston Bell, 105
6/14/2010
Dorothy Aston Bell died June 5, 2010 at home in Oakmont. Born in 1904, she would have been 106 on August 3. She and her sister grew up in the prairie town of Coleman, Texas, where her father was a physician and her mother was organist at the First Presbyterian Church. She climbed trees and rode her pony, hunted for beautiful blossoms, and spent hours practicing the piano. She attended Brenau College in Georgia, continued studying piano and violin in New York City, and taught music at National Park Seminary in Washington, D.C.

In 1926, when she was 22, she married Cole Manes and moved to Dallas, Texas, where Cole was City Engineer of University Park. In 1948 en route to their new home in Palo Alto, California, Cole suffered a fatal heart attack at the Grand Canyon; but Dorothy moved on, and for 27 years was on staff in the Admissions Office at Stanford University. Their children, Cole Jr. and Dorothy, both graduated from Stanford. When she was 70 she renewed correspondence with former sweetheart Hunter Bell, of Atlanta, Georgia. They were married in 1974 in Stanford Memorial Church and began a decade of worldwide travel. Hunter died in 1990 and, after years of enjoying Atlanta life, Dorothy moved West again in 2003 to live with her daughter in the Sonoma Valley, being thankful every day for the beauty of the earth and sky. During the last six years of her life she enjoyed playing the piano for Catholic Charities Alzheimer’s Respite program, feeling rapport and happiness as she watched the group sing and dance to her music. On Tuesday, May 18, in her home she played “Edelweiss” for the last time.

She continued to provide support and encouragement to her family and to friends of all ages and races, often writing beautiful notes to let them know how much they brightened her life.

She is survived by her daughter Dorothy Pierce, daughter-in-law, Anne Manes, stepson Hunter Bell, Jr. and his wife Llewellyn Bell, daughter-in-law Barbara Bell; eight grandchildren: Robert Manes, Liz Manes and her husband Steve Ruhl, Joe Manes, Tom Manes, Steve Manes, Margaret Manes, Katie Whiteman and her husband Jack, Alan Pierce and his wife Kacy, Moreland Bell and his wife Saralynn, Hunter Bell III and his wife Cathy, Edwin Bell and his wife Kelly, Ripley Bell, Monica Bell; eleven great-grandchildren: Pierce and Jax Whiteman, Jayne and Anne Pierce, Moreland and Davis Bell, Winn, Nathan, and Olivia Bell, John and Frances Bell; and nephew John David Manes.

The family sends gratitude and love to friends everywhere, with special appreciation for Dorothy’s caregiver Susan Morphew.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Doctors Without Borders.

Raymond C. Carnes, 87, of Coleman
6/8/2010
Raymond C. Carnes, 87, of Coleman, died Monday, June 7, 2010 at Holiday Hill Nursing Home. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 10 at Elm Street Church of Christ, 216 W. Elm with Sam Wilson officiating. In honor of Raymond's service to the Coleman community, his casket will be taken to the Coleman City Cemetery on the 1973 Ford fire truck which was the truck that Raymond drove so often. Members of the Coleman Fire Department will fold and present the United States Flag and Denny Fulbright will play "Taps." Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Raymond C. Carnes was born August 31, 1922 in Rockwood, Texas, a son of Jesse Carnes and Belle Crutcher Carnes. He grew up in Coleman and attended school at Cross Cut. During World War II he served in Germany in the United States Air Force. On June 15, 1946 he married Dorothy Johnson in Brownwood. He was a fireman for Coleman Fire Department for 37 years where he was the head driver for many years. At the time of his retirement in 1988, he was serving as the Fire Marshall. Raymond also proudly served as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff and a Police Dispatcher. On his days off at the fire department, he worked as a mechanic for Taylor Motor Company. He was a member of Elm Street Church of Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Carnes of Coleman; one son, Gary Carnes and wife Paula of Carrollton; one daughter, Raylene Watson and husband Jim of Coleman; one grandchild, Jimmy Watson and his fiancee' Christi Leatherman; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by an infant son, Tommy Ray Carnes; four brothers, Willie, Vernon, Joe Dean and Donald Carnes and one sister, Dorothy McCarley.

Family visitation will be held Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman.

Memorials may be made to the Coleman Fire Department, P. O. Box 592, Coleman, Texas 76834 or the Elm Street Church of Christ, 216 W. Elm, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign his on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com.

Kennith Wayne Fletcher age 72 of Muskogee
6/8/2010
Kennith Wayne Fletcher age 72 of Muskogee, Oklahoma passed from this life on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 8:10 PM at the York Manor Nursing Home in Muskogee.

Services will be Thursday at 11:00 am at Henderson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kermit Sorrells officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Anna Cemetery under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna. Family visitation will be from 10:00 am till service time on Thursday

Kennith was born on December 24, 1937 in Yuma, Arizona to Gladys Fay Wallace Fletcher and the late William Clay Fletcher. He was raised in Coleman where he attended Coleman Schools and was a member of the Baptist Church. Kennith was a resident of Muskogee for the past three years moving there from Checotah, Oklahoma. He was a retired Pipe liner, boom operator.

SURVIVORS
Mother – Gladys Fletcher of Artesia, New Mexico
Aunt – Inez Rouse of Center Point, Texas
2 Uncles – Joe Wallace of Santa Anna, Texas
Morris Wallace of Jal, New Mexico

Several Cousins
Kennith was preceded in death by
Daughter – Wallacha Fletcher

Bernice A. Byers, 80, of Niagara
6/7/2010
Bernice A. Byers, 80, of Niagara, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin. Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 12, 2010 at the Burkett Cemetery Pavilion with David Wallace officiating. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

She was born on October 17, 1929 in Bienville, LA daughter of the late Willard and Carrie (Tabor) Byers. Bernice enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp where she met and married James Schaut. She worked for Western Union as a telegraph operator for several years. She lived in Texas until 1970 when she moved to the Niagara, Wisconsin, and lived in the area until her death. Bernice loved her family very much and spent many hours watching over and reading to her grandchildren. Since 1999, she enjoyed the many friends she had at Maryhill Manor in Niagara that became part of her family. She also enjoyed reading her Bible daily.

Bernice is survived by her children, Jamie Leigh Schaut and wife, Dawn, of Niagara, Jeanne Arlyn Paquette and husband, Steve, of Kingsford, Melody Sue Schaut of Niagara and James Schaut and wife, Cheryl, of Appleton; six grandchildren, Troy and Tara LaFave, Jessica, Robert, Emily and Isabelle Schaut; six great grandchildren, one brother, Charles Byers and wife, Norma, of Merkel; three sisters, Velma and Esther Byers of Burkett, and Fay Hagar and husband, Ray, of Abilene; one sister-in-law, Betty Byers of Coleman and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Dora Driskell, Cora Robertson and Vira Byers and three brothers, Willard, Dan and Thomas Byers.

Please sign her online guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com.

Mr. Richard Earl Boatright, 62
6/7/2010
Mr. Richard Earl Boatright, 62 years old passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2010 in Brownwood Regional Hospital. Richard was born December 22, 1947 to Hardy Anson Boatright & Dora Bell Smith Boatright in Coleman, Texas. Richard lived his entire life in Coleman, was a Baptist and the Best Brother, Uncle and Friend to all that knew him. Survivors include; 3 brothers and sisters in law; Carroll Boatright of Coleman, Philip & Linda Boatright of Humble, Texas, Joe & Yolanda Boatright of Peru, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his Parents and 1 brother; Delbert Boatright. Services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Louise Strength officiating. Internment will take place privately for the family at the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Walker Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Southpark Living Center on Morris Shepard Dr. P. O. Box 1388, Brownwood, Texas 76801.

Robert Kenneth Magee
6/4/2010
Robert Kenneth (Bobby also known as Fibber) Magee passed away from this life at a local care center May 31, 2010. He was born to Virgil Holman Magee and Bessie Leora Grumbles on January 18, 1935 in San Saba, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and many aunts and uncles.

Bobby began working at an early age and entered many types of work, from grocery work, insurance sales, oilfield work, and then working for GTE as a lineman and cable splicer. He was a man that was always kind to his fellow man. If there was a way he could help anyone in need, he tried to accomplish it. His very favorite job of all was driving the bus for a retirement center in San Angelo and also helping with driving the van for Southgate Church of Christ to pick up their older members. He delighted in being with these special people.

He married Karen Kay Holmans on June 29, 1970 and they cherished their almost 40 Years together. He is survived by his wife, son; Robert and wife Cathy Magee of Mesquite, and his delight were his five grandchildren; Kelly, Jonathan, Brendan, Caitlin, and Madeline. Also surviving are his sister, Joyce and husband David Mitchell of San Saba and brother-in-law, Jim and wife Myra Holmans of Abilene. He cherished a lot of fun times with his nieces and nephews and cousins along with great-nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Saturday in Coleman, Texas at Walker Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. with a family visitation at 10:00 a.m. preceding the service. Officiating at the service will be Paul Shero, minister of Southgate Church of Christ in San Angelo and Chaplin Mike Andress of Hospice of San Angelo. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. in the Burkett Cemetery.

Donations can be made to the Hospice of San Angelo, P.O. Box 471, San Angelo, TX. 76903, or San Angelo Christian Academy, 518 Country Club Rd., San Angelo TX. 76904.

The family would like to offer special thanks for some very special people that have been so kind to Bobby in the previous years and caring for him so lovingly. Our thanks go out to Dr. Peter Chang and nurse, Susan Banda, Dr. Brian Burleson, Dr. David Huchton, and the caring staff at Hospice of San Angelo – especially, Frankie, Mary Cheek, Becky, Mary C., Janet, Judith, Donna, Jean and Anna along with Chaplin Mike Andress. Also, special to us in his last days is the staff at Park Plaza north.

Otis J. Switzer, 71, of Santa Fe
6/2/2010
Otis J. Switzer, 71, of Santa Fe, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 28, 2010 in Webster, Texas. He was born on April 11, 1939 to Arthur and Maggie M. (Baird) Switzer in Coleman County and was the youngest of ten children. Otis was a long time resident of League City, Texas.

He is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, and two brothers.

Otis is survived by his loving wife, Nita Owen Switzer; his children, Travis Switzer and wife Brenda, Judy Bradshaw, Holly Townsend and husband Brett, and Doug Latimer. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Tessa, T. J., Jessica, Emily, Morgan and Jenna; four great-grandchildren, Koltin, Wesley, Remington, and Madelyn; his sisters and brothers, Nell Yancy, Jane Lovelady, Ray Switzer, and Edmond Switzer; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family Monday, May 31, 2010 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Baker Drive Baptist Church, 3900 Baker Drive, Dickinson, Texas 77539. The funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, at 10:00 A.M., at Baker Drive Baptist Church with the Rev. John Owen officiating, assisted by Rev. Joe Bozarth. Burial will follow at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Baker Drive Baptist Church, P.O. Box 552, Dickinson, Texas, 77539, or the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the Switzer Family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com.

Ethel Cooper Winslett, 95, of Big Spring
6/2/2010
Ethel Cooper Winslett, 95, of Big Spring, died on Tuesday, June 1, 2010, in a local hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, June 4, 2010 at the Nalley-Pickle and Welch Rosewood Chapel with Ken Thomas, officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Park.

Ethel was born on February 5, 1915, in Rockwood, Texas and married A. B. Winslett on April 25, 1944 in Hollywood, California. He preceded her in death in 1982.

Ethel and her husband owned Winslett TV Repair Shop in Big Spring during the 1960's. They moved to Arizona for a while and owned a small farm and service station. They later moved back to Big Spring where Ethel worked at A. A. Cooper's Paint Store.
She was a member of of Birdwell Lane Church of Christ.

Survivors include one sister, Mary Sneed of Big Spring, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters.

Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com.

Donald (Don) Lawrence Moseley
6/2/2010
Donald (Don) Lawrence Moseley, 63, of Livingston, Texas passed away Monday, May 17, 2010 in Lufkin, Texas. He was born October 21, 1946 in Quitman, Mississippi to Robert Earl and Carlee Polk Moseley. He worked in the oilfield most of his life. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Big Lake, Texas. Don enjoyed hunting and visiting with family and friends. He loved and spoiled all his animals. He loved coming to Coleman County in the Fisk area, as it was like a second home.
Don was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Duwayne Wright of Conroe, Texas.

His survivors include his wife of 36 years, Lois Cammack Moseley of Livingston; one son, Donald Mark Wright and wife Linda of Conroe; one daughter, Loretta Blevins of Big Lake; mother-in-law, Doris Cammack of Big Lake; two brothers, Lavelle Moseley and Terry Moseley; three sisters, Earlene Burdine, Barbara Phillips and Patsy Moseley all of Mississippi; one grandson, Noah Wright of Odessa, Texas; two granddaughters, Shelia Johnson of Big Lake and Lesa Wright of Midland, Texas; two great-granddaughters, Chelsea Shook of Big Lake and Danielle Wright of Odessa.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010 at the Wright’s residence, 2374 FM 1026, Coleman, Texas.

Vernon E. Norris
6/2/2010
Vernon E. Norris, born September 19, 1917 to the late Jim and Ada Collins Norris in Eastland, TX. He married his sweetheart, Edith Ada Crutcher, February 25th, 1949. They had a full and happy life of 61 years. To this union were born three children Darrell Vernon and wife Terry, two daughters Dorinda and husband Jackie Williams, and Sonja Tobey and husband Mike. Grandchildren include Amber Williams Mathis and Justin, Matthew Norris and wife Stephanie and Garrison Ethridge and wife Holly and Chelsea Riley. Step grandchildren include Briana Tobey, Cassie and Mike Kiesel, Kelly Norris and wife Dana, and Brennon Booker. Great grandchildren include Brittany and Kobe Kiesel, Gaza Booker, Lilly and Lala Norris. Other survivors are sisters-in-law, Ludy J. Bryan of Santa Anna, Neily Bell of Lubbock; and several nieces and nephews. Vernon served his country, after service he came home, met the Lord, and lead his family in prayer and took them to Sunday school and church. He was preceded in death, by his parents, three sisters, and two brothers. Services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday in the Candlewood Chapel at Ford Funeral Home; 305 S. Sooner Rd., Midwest City, OK.

Helen Jameson, 93
6/1/2010
Helen Jameson, 93, of Coleman, died Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Coleman Healthcare Center. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 4, 2010 at First Baptist Church with Rev. John Stanislaw officiating and assisted by Rev. Gary Boyd. Burial will follow in the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

She was born Helen May Stone on June 5, 1916 in Webb City, Missouri, a daughter of Ira Daniel Stone and Eva Rhoda Loomis Stone. At the age of two she moved with her family to California. She grew up in the San Francisco area and graduated from high school in Sausalito, California. Helen worked for Bell Telephone Company in San Francisco and was chosen to be in the first wave of pedestrians to cross the Golden Gate Bridge at the ribbon cutting ceremony. While living in San Francisco she met her future husband who was stationed there in the military. On December 10, 1942 she married Robert C. Jameson in Miami, Florida. He preceded her in death on December 6, 2009. Following the war, they moved to Brownwood for one year and then back to Robert's hometown, Coleman.

Helen worked as a receptionist in doctor's offices and as a church secretary as well as being a homemaker. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School well into her 80's and was active in Lay Renewal Ministries. She was also a member of the Mutual Improvement Club.

Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Danny and Sandra Jameson of Coleman; one daughter and son-in-law, Lorrie and Jody Payne of Coleman; four grandchildren, Michelle Davis, Kim Allen, Scott Jameson, Jacy Payne; six great-grandchildren, Landon Brown, Boone Allen, Alissa Allen, Dylon Davis, Avery Jameson, Ainsley Jameson; one sister, Phyllis Van Hise of Ft. Myers, FL; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a son, Robert (Bobby) Carey Jameson, Jr. and her husband.

Family visitation will be held on Thursday from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street, Coleman, Texas.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Family Life Center, 200 E. College, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Patricia Walker
6/1/2010
Patricia Walker went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 28, 2010. Graveside service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 31, 2010 at Fairview Cemetery with Steve Hamm officiating. Services were under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home of San Angelo.

Patricia was a very loving wife, mother and nana. She will be missed greatly by all her family and friends whose lives she touched.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and one sister.

Patricia is survived by her husband, James Walker of Bronte; her sons, Tony Williams and wife, Renee of Coleman, Marty Bevills and wife, Brenda, and Gregory Bevills; her daughter, Teresa Boykin and husband, Michael all of San Angelo; her stepchildren, Christi Lebeau of Florida, Marcella Tripp of Ballinger, Corina Bishop of San Angelo, Leta Hurt of Ballinger, and Gary Walker of Canton; eleven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; ten step grandchildren; four step great-grandchildren; one brother, Frank Williams of San Angelo; and one very special dog, “her baby”, Sadie. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Robert Magee, age 75
6/1/2010
Mr. Robert Kenneth Magee, age 75 of San Angelo passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010. Robert was born January 18, 1935 in San Saba to Virgil Holman Magee & Bessie Leora Grumbles Magee; he grew up in San Saba and graduated from San Saba High School. Robert married Karen Kay Holmans in Lovington, New Mexico on June 29, 1970, he worked for GTE, was a member of the Church of Christ. Mr. Magee is survived by; His loving wife Karen, a son and daughter in law; Robert & Cathy Magee of Mesquite, a sister; Joyce Jones of San Saba, 5 grandchildren, and many friends. Visitation will be Saturday, June 5, 2010 from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at Walker Funeral Home of Coleman. Service will be Saturday at 11:00 A.M. at Walker Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Shero and Chaplain Mike Andress officiating. Interment service will be at the Burkett Cemetery Pavilion at 1:30 P.M. under the direction of Walker Funeral Home.

Carolyn Maddox, 58
5/31/2010
Carolyn Maddox, 58, of Abilene and former Coleman resident, died Monday, May 31, 2010 at Hendrick Medical Cener in Abilene. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 2, 2010 in Stevens Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rex Boggs officiating and eulogy given by her brother, Buddy Bird. Burial will follow in the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

She was born Carolyn Bird on April 21, 1952 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Floyd Bird and Ima Fay Bedford Bird. She moved to Coleman when she was five years old. She attended school in Coleman, graduating in 1971. While living in Coleman she served on the Coleman County Medical Center Hospital Board and worked for the Coleman Chamber of Commerce. She moved to Abilene several years ago and was employed as a receptionist at Abilene Diagnostic Clinic. She was a Baptist.

Survivors include two brothers, Jerry Barry and wife Sherry of Devol, Oklahoma, Buddy Bird and wife Becky of Bangs; two sisters, Marsha Jones and husband Russ of Flagger Beach, Florida, Donna Ehrler and husband Tim of Coleman; two step-brothers, Robbie Jones and wife Lorna of Sonora, Pete Jones and wife Janice of Bangs; her fiancee' Marc Derrick of Abilene; numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her two children, Jennifer and Thumper; her father, Floyd Bird; her mother and step-father, Fay Jones and Jamie Jones.

Family visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 1 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan Street, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Effie Corrine Shields, 69
5/31/2010
Wonderful wife, devoted mom, and faithful friend, Effie Corrine Shields, 69, of Las Vegas, NV passed away March 25, 2010, after a lengthy illness. A private memorial service was held on her 70th birthday.

She was born March 29, 1940 in Coleman, Texas to Oliver R. and Effie (Rowlett) Calder. She grew up in south Coleman County where she attended school, and moved into Coleman as a teenager. There she met Curtis Lee Shields, a young airman who was stationed at Dyess Air Force Base at Abilene, TX. They were married March 7, 1959 in the home of his Aunt Maggie and Uncle Walter Strickland, at Cross Plains, TX, with Rev. V.D. Walters performing the ceremony.

During her husband’s military career they had lived in Abilene, TX, Roswell, NM, Albuquerque, NM, Dover, DE and Las Vegas, NV, where she was a resident for 40 years.

Corrine had a great sense of humor, a loving heart, and unlimited patience, which helped her cope with her illness as it progressed. She was lovingly known as “Mimi” by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were the light of her life. She was a housekeeper/maid at the Paddle Wheel, Las Vegas Inn and retired from Cheyenne Care Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Cynthia Lee Shields; brothers, Norman Calder and her twin, Eugene “Blackie” Calder; and sister, Vivian Morrel.

Surviving to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 51 years; son Bobby Wayne Boatright and wife, Dena of Brownwood, TX; daughters, Debra Lynn Greenwood and husband, Tim, Tammy Ann Enriquez and Sandra Kay Shields, all of Las Vegas; and sister, Lucille Martin of San Antonio, TX; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A number of nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law; and a host of friends also survive.
Corrine was loved by all and will be greatly missed.

William Bert Kinsey, age 63, of Brownwood
5/28/2010
Services for William Bert Kinsey, age 63, of Brownwood, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 29, 2010 in the Davis-Morris Funeral Home Chapel with Ted Kell officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives for a time of sharing memories from 1:00 until 2:00 at the funeral home.

Bert died Monday, May 24, 2010 at his home.

William Bert Kinsey was born on August 17, 1946 in Glen Cove to William F. and Lola Miller Kinsey. Bert grew up in Coleman County and was the youngest of his siblings. He attended Harmony Baptist Church where he was saved and baptized at an early age. He attended school at Mozelle, where he played football and basketball. His senior year, he was voted "Class Favorite" and "Mr. Football." He attended San Angelo State for one year before he joined the working world. He married Lena Modell Simmons Craddock on March 10, 1972. He was a caring father to her six children. Together Bert and Modell had four daughters. Bert worked very hard, long hours to support his large family. He worked for Gandy's Dairy for over thirty years. He then worked for Superior Essex until his death. He enjoyed hard work, but also enjoyed time off with his family. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and a great friend to many. He will be greatly missed.

Bert is survived by a brother, Don Kinsey and wife Thelia, two sisters, Tye Stotts and husband Dean and Nelda Gillihan, his children and step-children, Melissa Steelman and husband Terry, Karen Lyon, Kathy Davis and husband John, Crystie Lishka and husband Terry, Neal Craddock, Gary Craddock, Sherry French, Randy Craddock and wife Lisa, Mary Idaho, Danny Craddock and wife Marisa, and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nephews, nieces, his dear friend and mother of his children, Lena M. Kinsey, and his very best friend, Troy Holleman.

Bert was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Walton Kinsey, a sister, Mary Beth Swanson and a niece, Lynn Castelon.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.davismorrisfuneralhome.com

Forrest H Daniel, 67,fomerly of Coleman
5/27/2010
Forrest H Daniel, 67,fomerly of Coleman, passed away March 22 in Fort Worth. He was born on March 12,1943 in Dublin to Duncan and Josephine Daniel. He proudly served in the USN.

Surviors: Daughter: Ginger (Ronnie) Young; Son: Duncan (Tiffany) Daniel; Grandchildren: Cody (Miriam) and Eric (Angel) Young; Aaron, Ashley, Savanna Daniel; Great Grandchildren: Alyssa,Jessica,Trent; Brothers: Charles and Walter Daniel; Sisters: Mary Chumney and Inez Sellers.

Memorial Service: Sunday, May 30 at 2PM at Community Baptist Church of Crowley TX.

Nona Ellis, age 87, of Santa Anna
5/24/2010
Nona Ellis, age 87, of Santa Anna, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at Cross Country Nursing Home in Brownwood. Funeral service will be held 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 29 at the First United Methodist Church in Santa Anna with Rev. Wayne Lewis officiating and assisted by Rev. Kermit Sorrells. Burial will follow at the Cleveland Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman.

She was born Nona Wells on April 24, 1923 in Coleman County, Texas, a daughter of George O. Wells and Stella Dixon Wells. She grew up in Coleman County most of her life and attended school at Mukewater, Trickham, White Flat and Buffalo. She graduated from Buffalo High School as the Valedictorian of her class.

On August 4, 1943 she married Cecil E. Ellis in Santa Anna and he preceded her in death on April 15, 1998. She was a homemaker and a member of the First United Methodist Church in Santa Anna.

Survivors include one son, Jerry Ellis and wife Cathy of Santa Anna; two daughters, Anita Jarvis and husband Benny of Johnson City and Tammy Ellis of Richmond; five grandchildren, Bryce Ellis and wife Jamie of Lubbock, Jamie Strauss and husband Brian of Santa Anna, Alicia Ellis of Bedford, Gail Jarvis of McKinney, Cheryl Zmolik and husband Matt of Corinth; five great-grandchildren, Seth and Ethan Ellis, Parker Strauss, Nathan and Madeline Zmolik; one sister, Oleane Welch of San Antonio; one brother, Oliver Wells and wife Frances of Farmington, NM; numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant son, Larry Don Ellis in 1944; one sister and three brothers.

Family visitation will be held on Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home in Coleman.

Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 366, Santa Anna, Texas 76878 or the Cleveland Cemetery Association, c/o Janice Fellers, P. O. Box 722, Santa Anna, Texas 76878.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Frankie Lee (West) Gandy
5/24/2010
Frankie Lee (West) Gandy aka BIG MOM, received her wings May 19, 2010. A memorial service was held at 2:00 pm Sunday May 23 at Ozark Riverview Manor with Chaplain Marcia Dodson officiating.

Frankie was born July 3, 1929 in Coleman to Lawrence and Francis West. She grew up in Coleman and lived her adult life there working as a waitress with her mom at the Manhattan Cafe, which they co-owned. She later worked at the Tradewinds Cafe before becoming a dietician at the Coleman County Hospital, until she retired. In 2005, Frankie moved to Ozark, MO to be with her daughter Cathy and husband David Wallace. Our mother touched everyone she came in contact with even up until the time of her passing. She will be greatly missed by those who knew her.

Survivors include three children, Cathy Wallace and husband David, Teddy Gandy and wife Jo, and Larry Gandy; nine grandchildren; twenty great grandchildren; special friends Edie Gaston and Micky Gerard; and many more... She was preceded in death by her father Lawrence West, mother Francis West, and her first granddaughter Elizabeth (Leesa) Marie Gandy. Memorials may be made to Ozark Riverview Manor 1200 W Hall St. Ozark, MO 65721.

James (Jim) Stokes, age 73, of Coleman
5/23/2010
James (Jim) Stokes, age 73, of Coleman, died Sunday, May 23, 2010 at Holiday Hill Nursing Home in Coleman. Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 26 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 609 S. Neches in Coleman. Burial will follow at the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Jim Stokes was born June 17, 1936 in Coleman, Texas, the son of Cecil Stokes and Vera Bennett Stokes. He grew up in Coleman and graduated from Coleman High School in 1954. He was a University of Texas graduate, receiving a B.S. degree in Pharmacy. While at UT, he was inducted into the Silver Spurs. Jim was an Eagle Scout and was a member of the Boy Scout Fraternity at UT.

Following his college graduation, he received a direct commission in the United States Air Force, serving a one year tour of duty at Shepherd Air Force Base in Wichita Falls and a two year tour in Morocco. Upon completing his military service, Jim became a junior partner in Bowen Drug Store with Robert Bowen and John Warren. He became sole owner of Bowen Drug Store a few years later and operated it until its closing in 2009.

Jim served the Coleman community in many ways including the Lions Club, the Chamber of Commerce and the 4-H Club. His hobby was photography and he supported the Coleman Fine Arts League. He was a faithful member of the St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Coleman. He was also a member of the Men's Downtown Sunday School Class.

Survivors include his son, Warren and wife Shelley Stokes of Deer Park, Texas; granddaughters, Bailee and Brooke Stokes; sister, Donna and husband, The Rev. Bob Baker, of Klamath Falls, Oregon; nieces and extended family; long-time friend, Bob Farley of Santa Anna.

He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Stokes; his mother, Vera Stokes Willingham; his daughter, Laurie Cecilia Stokes; an aunt, Era Britton; and a niece, Lynn Ann Rankin Mota.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, Texas 79605.

Family visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 25 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman, Texas 76834.

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Claudia Janette  Shipman, 75, of Coleman
5/19/2010
COLEMAN - Claudia Janette  Shipman, 75, of Coleman, died Tuesday May 18, 2010 at Scott and White Hospital in Temple. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 21, 2010 at Concho Baptist Church, 1700 South Concho, Coleman, with Rev. Daniel Stovall officiating. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Park in Early, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, 400 West Pecan, Coleman.

Claudia Janette  Shipman was born October 28, 1934 in Clovis, New Mexico, the daughter of the late Clarice Isham and Ruby Rose White Isham. She grew up in Clovis and graduated from Clovis High School. She earned her Master's Degree in Education at Eastern New Mexico University. She married Elbert C. Shipman in 1966 in New Mexico. She taught for nine years in Lovington, New Mexico. She moved to Coleman in 2006, from Graham, and had previously lived in Hobbs, New Mexico for 49 years. She was a member of the New Mexico Retired Teachers Association, Coleman County Medical Center Ladies Auxiliary and Concho Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Elbert C. Shipman of Coleman; six children, Harold Shipman and wife, Liz, of Brady, Dan Burleson and wife, Cassidy, of Brownwood, Jimmy Burleson and wife, Connie, of Odessa, Robert Shipman and wife, Kimberlynn, of Hobbs, New Mexico, Larry Burleson of Morristown, Tennessee, Shelly Thatcher and husband, Arthur, of Odessa; one brother, Jack Isham of Clovis, New Mexico; 16 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Family visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 20, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home.

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James Rutherford Siddall, 88
5/18/2010
James Rutherford Siddall, 88 passed away Thursday,May 13, 2010. He was born March 19, 1922 in Coleman County to Robert and Bessie (Cathey) Siddall. He lived all of his youth around Fisk, Texas. He was a member of the World’s Greatest Generation, serving his country proudly in the United States Army Air Force from 1942 – 1946 as an airplane mechanic. He married Ilma Bairrington on April 17, 1945 in Coleman, Texas. She preceded him in death on March 7, 2008, being married nearly 63 years.

After his discharge from the Army Air Force he went to work for Taylor Motor Company in Coleman, Texas. In 1948, James began work with El Paso Natural Gas. While working for El Paso Natural Gas, James and Ilma lived at the El Paso Natural Gas Camp #1; Carlsbad, New Mexico; Loving , New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. He began working for Shell Pipeline at the tank farm in 1963 in El Paso. In 1965, he was transferred to Odessa, Texas. He later became a welder for Shell and moved to Eunice, New Mexico. After being promoted to welding inspector, James and Ilma worked all over the United States. He retired from Shell Pipeline in 1985.

He was a member and past president of the Lion’s Club in Eunice, New Mexico, and an Elder in the Eunice Christian Church where he often led the singing. He never met a stranger and would talk with anyone as if they were an old friend. He enjoyed woodworking, and made candle holders for all of his children and grandchildren. The family will miss his “sayings”, and him singing the gospel songs he loved to sing so much. At 80 years young, he was the oldest member of The Faithful Men, a group of men that sang together for almost seven years. He was a member of Antioch Christian Church.

He is survived by his two sons, Jimmie and wife Carol of Odessa; Bill and wife Bonnie of Abilene, TX. Five grandchildren: Keith Siddall and wife LouAnn of Madison, IN; HollyAnn Petree and husband John of Midland, TX.; Shaun Siddall and wife Jessica of Lovington, NM; Casey Siddall of Midland, TX; Heather Hawkins and husband Kenneth of Seminole, TX. He was blessed with 9 great-grandchildren: Callie, Noah, Toben, and Ava Petree; Ashland Siddall; Shauntell, Aliyah, Kenneth Jr. and Alara Hawkins. He is survived by sister-in-law Florine Siddall of Morrilton, AR. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters Clara Bee and Mary Blanche Siddall, Ina Mae Sheffield, and brother Robert Siddall.

The family would like to thank Dr. Francisco Salcido for his loving care of our father. To the staff at Sherwood place and Buena Vida Nursing Home, words of thank you are inadequate for all you did for our father, and for the love that you showed to him.

Visitation with the family will be 6:00-8:00 Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Services will be at Sunset Memorial Chapel, Monday, May 17, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Andy Harris and Johnny Thomason presiding. Burial will be at Brown Ranch in Coleman County at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 18, 2010.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Addy’s Hope Adoption and Child Relief Ministry, 1908 W. Wall, Suite D, Midland, Texas 7970l or to the American Heart Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. To sign the guest book, go to our website at www.sunsetodessa.com.

Frances Lopez, 83, of Lubbock
5/18/2010
Frances Lopez, 83 of Lubbock, Texas, quietly passed from this life into the arms of her Precious Father on Sunday May 16, 2010. The family will receive visitors from 6:00-8:00 Wednesday evening at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan in Coleman, Texas. Graveside service to be held Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 2:00PM at Coleman City Cemetery.

She was born to Sesaria and Ray Martinez on January 29, 1927 in Coleman, Texas. Her earliest and fondest memories of childhood and days leading to young womanhood were those spent learning to cook in her mother's kitchen or learning sewing and other needlecrafts alongside siblings and other family members. Frances moved with her family to Burkett, Texas where she attended and graduated school. She married Pedro dela Rosa Lopez, also of Coleman and had three children.

She moved to the West Texas area with her husband and children, then soon after, began a career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Natural gifts of compassion and having a servants heart carried Frances through not only many years in her chosen profession, but also many relational bonds shared with many throughout her life. The interests and hobbies that Frances enjoyed either on her own or with friends and family, include, sewing, reading, working crosswords, flowers, gardening, and traveling. Most important to her, was the time spent with family.

Those preceding her in death include, her husband Pedro, a son Daniel, a granddaughter Jennifer, a sister Petra, a sister Vicenta, and a sister Julia. Those left to celebrate her life are, daughter Teri Bollinger and husband Ronnie, Midland, Texas. Rachel Dodge and husband Bear, Lubbock, Texas. Two sisters, Teresa Martinez and Celia Salinas, both of Brownwood, Texas. A brother Paul Martinez of Ft. Worth, ten grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services are being conducted by Stevens Funeral Home in Coleman, Texas, with Rev. Steven Saless of Lubbock, Texas officiating. In lieu of flowers or plants, the family asks that a monetary contribution be made honoring Frances Lopez to: the American Diabetes Association, Interim Healthcare Hospice or Vista Care Hospice all in Lubbock, Texas.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

George Sanders, 81 years of age
5/17/2010
George Sanders, 81 years of age, passed away May 13, 2010 at Coleman County Medical Center.

He was born November 28, 1928 in Coleman, the son of the late Robert and Jewell Sanders. He was a member of the Baptist Church and a veteran.

He is survived by one daughter, Kendra Kay Sanders of Oak Harbor, Washington; four sisters, Lillie Mae Farmer of Dallas, Lela Jo Hankamer of Coleman, Bonnie Boatright of Carlsbad, New Mexico and Glenda Chidster of Hobbs, New Mexico; and two grandchildren.

Service will be Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 10:00 A. M. in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Patrick Bennett officiating. Interment will be in the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Walker Funeral Home.

John Paul Dobbins, 24, of Coleman
5/14/2010
John Paul Dobbins, 24, died Thursday, May 13, 2010 in Coleman. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Coleman City Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

John Paul Dobbins was born March 3, 1986, the son of Robert Lynn Dobbins and Marilyn Gregory Dobbins. He grew upand attended school in Coleman, graduating from CAP High School. He worked for BEBCO Construction.

Survivors include his parents, Robert and Marilyn Dobbins of Coleman; his fiancée, Chrystal Templin of Coleman; three brothers, David Rosales of Canyon, Terry Dobbins of Coleman, Dustin Dobbins of Coleman; two sisters, Rachel Dobbins of Houston, Bambi Dobbins and fiancée, David Edwards, of Coleman; grandparents, Carolyn and Alvey Williams of Coleman; Paul Gregory of Greenwood, Arkansas; great grandmother, Evelyn Williams of Coleman; two nieces, several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Marjorie Dobbins.

Family visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home.　

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Elzie Lee E.L. Slack of Duncanville
5/14/2010
Elzie Lee E.L. Slack of Duncanville (formerly of Coleman) beloved husband, father & Granddaddy, passed away May 13, 2010. He was born Sept. 4, 1925 in Coleman County, Texas to Elzie Lee Slack, Sr. & Hattie Mae (Briggs) Slack. A US Navy Veteran of World War II, Mr. Slack went on to retire from the US Navy reserves. He also retired from Santa Fe Railroad. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Grace Woodard Slack; children, Anita Kading of Coleman, David Slack & wife, Barbara of Grapevine, Jana Brecheen & husband, Steve of Duncanville, Greg Slack & wife, Jeannette of Grand Prairie; 6 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by granddaughter, Tara Brecheen. Graveside Service is 11:30 AM, Monday, May 17, 2010 at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Sunday at Jaynes Memorial Chapel.

David Lee Sheffield, age 90, of Brownwood
5/14/2010
Funeral services for David Lee Sheffield, age 90, of Brownwood will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday May 12 , 2010 at the Davis Morris Funeral Home Chapel with James Gibson officiating, interment to follow in Santa Anna Cemetery under the direction of Davis Morris Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

He was born April 26, 1920 in Concho, Texas to James and Fanny (Conner) Sheffield. David married Mary Marjorie Cardwell on May 21, 1948 in Ballinger, Tx. He worked for Thompson’s Surplus for 34 years, was a member of the Concho Baptist Church and the VFW. David served in the United States Army, C.D.C 102 Med-Regt. overseas for a year and a half, and as a Pharmistic-T5 in Fort Ord-California under Major Giltner. He was sitting in his barracks at San Antonio when the announcing of the Pearl Harbor bombing came, from there he was sent to Camp Barkeley in Abilene, then to Hawaii for training, and back to Fort Ord to dispensary. He received the American Defense Service Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Theater Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and two Overseas Service Bars for periods covering 7, April 1942 to 14, May 1943.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Marjorie Sheffield of Brownwood, a son, Philip Sheffield and wife Janice G. of Brownwood; daughters, Shirlie Rust and husband Johnny E. of Rhome, Tx, and JoAnn Marshall and husband Richard A. of Carlsbad, N.M.; 11 Grandchildren; 13 Great Grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Avis Sheffield.

He was preceded in death by a son, Steven Curtis Sheffield in 1961; his parents; four brothers; and three sisters.

Memorials may be made to the Abilene-West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.davismorrisfuneralhome.com
Davis Morris Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

MRS. MARSHALL ‘ IRENE’ CRAWFORD 86 YEARS
5/13/2010
Irene Crawford, 86 years of age passed away May 12, 2010 in Big Spring, Texas. Irene was born, March 9, 1924 in Tennessee to: Alvin and Elberta Reno. She was married to Marshall Crawford in Galveston, Texas on July 24, 1944. She was a member of The Church of Christ, Longtime resident of Big Spring, and is survived by her loving husband; Marshall, one daughter; Jackie Phillips of Round Rock, Texas, one sister; Ersie Mae, two brothers; J. E, Reno, and Hansel Reno, all of Tennessee, 7 grandchildren; Kelli Norwich, Kyle Phillips, Ashley Phillips, Dawn Satterwhite, Brandon Satterwhite, Brandi Crawford, Greg Crawford, Jr. and 8 great grandchildren. One daughter, one son, and three brothers preceded her in death. Services will be Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 2:00 P. M. at the Walker Funeral Home Chapel and interment will follow at the Brown Ranch Cemetery under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman.

Buddy Caddell age 73 of Coleman
5/13/2010
Buddy Caddell age 73 of Coleman, Texas passed from this life on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 6:30 pm at the Coleman County Medical Center in Coleman.

Services will be Friday at 2:00 pm at the Santa Anna Cemetery Pavilion with Sam Wilson officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman.

He was born June 28, 1936 in Crowell, Texas to the late Walter Ferris and Opal Rutherford Caddell. Buddy was raised in Crowell where he graduated from Crowell High School and received a degree from Sul Ross College. He was an Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. On November 22, 1958 Buddy married Shirley Cullins in Alpine, Texas and they have celebrated fifty one years of marriage. He has been a resident of Coleman since 2002 moving here from Rockport where he was an independent insurance agent retiring in 2002. Buddy was a member of the Church of Christ.

SURVIVORS
Wife – Shirley Caddell of Coleman, Texas
Son - Buddy ‘Bud’ Caddell, II of Austin, Texas
2 Sisters – Elba Joyce Tibbs of Clovis, California
Linda Rogers of Seymour, Texas
Brother – Billy & wife Pat Caddell of Clyde, Texas
Mother-in-law – Mary Lee Cullins of Brownwood, Texas

Buddy was preceded in death by
Son – Kenneth R. Caddell & Brother – Walter Caddell

Irene Crawford, 86, of Big Spring
5/12/2010
MRS. MARSHALL ‘ IRENE’ CRAWFORD 86 YEARS OF PASSED AWAY MAY 12, 2010 IN BIG SPRINGS, TEXAS. IRENE WAS BORN MARCH 3, 1924 IN TENNESSE TO THE PARENTS - MR. ALVIN AND ELBERTA RENO. SHE WAS MARRIED TO MR. MARSHALL CREWFORD IN GALVESTON, TEXAS JUNE 24, 1944. AND WAS A MEMBER OF THE CHRUCH OF CHRIST, LONGTIME RESIDENT OF BIG SPRINGS, AND IS SURVIVED BY HER LOVING HUSBAND; MARSHALL, ONE DAUGHTER MRS. JACKIE PHILLIPS OF ROUNDROCK, TEXAS AND ONE SISTER – ERSIE MAE AND TWO BROTHER J. E. RENO AND HANSEL RENO ALL OF TENNESSE. 7 GRANDCHILDREN KELLI NORWICH – KYLE PHILLIPS – ASHELY PHILLIPS – DAWN SATTERWHITE – BRANDON SATTERWHITE – BRANDI CRAWFORD – GREG CRAWFORD JR. AND 2 GREAT GRANDCHILDREN One daughter and one son and three brothers have preceded her in death.

SERVICES SATURADAY MAY 15, 2010 - 2:00 P.M. AT THE WALKER FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL AND THE INTERMENT WILL FOLLOW AT THE BROWN RANCH CEMETERY UNDER DIRECTION OF WALKER FUNERAL HOME OF COLEMAN.

David Jackson of Coleman, Texas
5/12/2010
David Jackson of Coleman, Texas entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 10, 2010 at Coleman Healthcare Center, after a long battle against cancer. He was born in Elgin, Texas on August 8, 1922 to the late Andrew and Addie Jackson. David worked for the Santa Fe Railroad and Mrs. McCord of Coleman for many years. He was also employed by the City of Coleman where he later retired. He was a member of True Vine Baptist Church, in Coleman. David loved sitting on his front porch and watching all of his cats play, especially his favorite cat Tom Tom. He also loved fishing and going to his grandchildren sporting events.
 
 His memory will forever be cherished by his seven children, Ernest Jackson (Demetria), Cherry Ann Jackson, Allen Jackson, Allene Jones (Elbert), Dwight Holloway (Carrie), Darrell Warrick (Jean) and Mark Jackson (Jamie). He is also survived by one brother Jerry Jackson, and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and extended family members. David was preceded in death by his wife Blanch Jackson and survived by her children Jo Alice Payne, Joy Payne, Emmit Payne (Mary), Charles Payne (Linda), and Jo McCary (Faye). He was preceded in death by his long time companion Annette Warrick and survived by her children. He was also preceded in death by a sister Florence Young, and brothers Andrew Jackson, Clyde Jackson, Lorenzo Jackson, Noel Jackson, and Johnnie Jackson.
 
 Family visitation will be at 10am Saturday, May 15, 2010 at First United Methodist Church (500 W. Liveoak St.). Service will follow at 11am under the direction of Baker-Kirk Mortuary, with Pastor Jerry Jordan officiating. Interment will follow the service at the Coleman City Cemetery.

Jennie M. Henderson
5/12/2010
Jennie M. Henderson passed peacefully Friday, May 7, 2010 at her residence in Midland.

Services were Monday, May 10, 2010 at 11:00 am at Ellis Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gary Redwine officiating. Interment followed at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland. Arrangements under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home of Midland.

Jennie was born May 12, 1924 in Texarkana, Texas to the late Thoms L. and Era Marie Vandiver Hilburn. She was raised in the Texarkana area where she attended schools. On October 14, 1949 Jennie married Clay Marcus Henderson in Hobbs, New Mexico and they celebrated thirty nine years of marriage. Clay preceded her in death in 1988. Jennie was a former resident of Coleman County and had lived in Midland since the 1960’s.She was a member of the Baptist Church a homemaker and Licensed Vocational Nurse.

SURVIORS
Son – Mark and wife Debbie Henderson of Rockwall, Texas
Son Steve & wife Kathy Henderson of Dubai, Saudi Arabia
Daughter – Bonnie Lambert of Midland, Texas
Son – Phillip Henderson of Midland, Texas
Sister – Bonnie Palmer of Sweetwater. Texas
Brother – James Hilburn of Dallas, Texas
2 Brothers-in-law – Ray Henderson of San Angelo, Texas
Fred Henderson of Odessa, Texas
4 Sisters-in-law – Leona Henderson of Trickham, Texas
Wanda Johnson of Odessa, Texas
Betty Henderson of Midland, Texas
Jeanne Henderson of Odessa, Texas
10 Grandchildren
Numerous Nieces and Nephews

David H. Puckett, 66, of Clifton
5/12/2010
Mr. David H. Puckett, 66, of Clifton, passed away May 12, 2010 in Clifton. Graveside services will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at the Gouldbusk Cemetery Pavilion with Brother Doyle Fehler officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman.

He was born May 19, 1943 in Gouldbusk, Texas, the son of the late Hershel and Edna Puckett. He married Miss Lucille Quinn in Arvin, California on July 30, 1966 and she preceded him in death in 2009.

Survivors include two sisters, Ruby C. Wynn of Crowley and Dorothy Ella Meador of Abilene.

Vernon Hawkins age 86 of Santa Anna
5/12/2010
Vernon Hawkins age 86 of Santa Anna, Texas passed from this life on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 4:04 pm at the Abilene Regional MedicalCenter in Abilene.

Services are pending with Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna.

Buddy Caddell age 73 of Coleman
5/12/2010
Buddy Caddell age 73 of Coleman, Texas passed from this life on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 6:30 pm at the Coleman County Medical Center in Coleman.

Services are pending with Henderson Funeral Home of Coleman.

Brenda Lynn Brown, 42
5/12/2010
Brenda Lynn Brown, 42,formerly of Rising Star passed away Sunday May 9, 2010 in Newport TN.

Brenda was born October 9, 1967 to Thomas Edward Brown and Neva Ann Cornett Brown in Houston, TX.

Brenda graduated from Rising Star High School in 1986. She also attended schools in Santa Anna & Coleman. The past 20 years she has lived in Monticello, AR and Newport TN.

She is preceded in death by her mother and grandparents Elmer & Mabel Cornett of Rising Star and William & Mary Brown of Dallas, TX

Brenda is survived by her father, Thomas Brown of Monticello, AR, 4 sisters, Wanda & husband Tim Chapman of Monticello, AR, Sandy Craig of Monticello, AR, Rhonda and husband Jody Brusenhan of Beaumont, TX, Melissa (Lisa) Brown of The Colony, TX and 2 brothers, Robby and wife Karen Brown of The Colony, TX and Jerry and wife Judy Brown of Monticello, AR. She is also survived by her boyfriend, James Sisk and his two sons whom she loved as her own, Dakota & Tyler of Newport, TN, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews & cousins and friends.

A memorial will be held Sunday, May 16 at Rising Star First Baptist Church, Rising Star, TX at 3:30 p.m to be officiated by Bro. Ed Etheridge of Carrollton, TX.

Juanita Gail Chambers Edington, 88, of Burkett
5/12/2010
Juanita Gail Chambers Edington, 88, of Burkett, died Tuesday, May 11, 2010. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Burkett Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Juanita Gail Chambers Edington was born February 5, 1922 in Burkett, the daughter of Walter R. Chambers and Lela Murriel DeBusk Chambers. She grew up in Burkett and graduated from Burkett High School in 1938. She married Charlie Howard Edington on July 16, 1938 in Brownwood. He preceded her in death on October 27, 2007. She was a life-long resident of Burkett, a wonderful homemaker, loving wife, mother and grandmother and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Coleman

Survivor include one daughter and son-in-law, Nancy Valeta and Jimmy Brown of Cross Plains; one brother and sister-in-law, Harold Glen and Billie Chambers of Bedford; two sisters, Aleta Coleman of Brownwood, Olene Johnson of Goldthwaite; one daughter-in-law, Linda Edington of Burkett; four grandchildren, Chris Brown and family of Southlake, Jody Brown and family of Plano, Howard Edington and family of Burkett, Toni Hart and family of Eastland; eight great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and several nieces and nephews.

Family visitation will be from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home.

Memorials may be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church, 1609 South Concho, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign her online guestbook at:
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Archie Nettles, 83, of Coleman
5/11/2010
Archie Nettles, 83, of Coleman, died Monday, May 10, 2010 at an Abilene hospital. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 15 at the Elm Street Church of Christ with Adam Comeaux officiating and assisted by Sam Wilson. Burial will follow in Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Archie Nettles was born March 3, 1927 in Shreveport, Louisiana, the son of William Graves Nettles and Zelma Moorman Nettles Tate. He grew up in Coleman and attended school here. On August 30, 1949 he married Lela Metts in Coleman. Archie was a carpet layer for Marrs Furniture and also worked at the Ice House on Concho Street. He served as Animal Control Officer for the City of Coleman and later was a barber, owning and operating Archie's Barber Shop. He was proud to serve as a Reserve Police Officer and as a member of the Sky Warn Team for Coleman. He was a member of Elm Street Church of Christ where he was head of the Benevolence Ministry and was a greeter.

Survivors include his wife, Lela Nettles of Coleman; two daughters, Beverly Gee of Coleman and Kathryn Payne of Carrollton; two grandchildren, Christy Hutchinson and husband Greg of San Antonio, Mark Payne and wife Brandy of Carrollton; three great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Hannah, and Leah Hutchinson; an aunt, Chloe Crumpton of Ringgold, Louisiana; numerous cousins including Willard and wife Mae Crumpton of Ringgold, Louisiana.

He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Graves Nettles and a great-granddaughter, Danielle Hutchinson.

Memorials may be made to Elm Street Church of Christ or JOY Station, P. O. Box 998, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Family visitation will be held Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Stevens Funeral Home, 400 W. Pecan, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign his on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Leola "Cricket" Wisener Wilson, 73, of Coleman
5/10/2010
Leola "Cricket" Wisener Wilson, 73, of Coleman, died Monday, May 10, 2010 at Holiday Hill Nursing Home. Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 12 at Glen Cove Cemetery with Rev. Loyd Hopper officiating. Services are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

Leola was born July 29, 1936 in Coleman, a daughter of Richard Parmley Wisener and Essie Lea Davis Wisener. She grew up and attended school in Coleman. For over 20 years she worked as a seamstress at Jinright Sewing Factory in Coleman. She was Baptist.

Survivors include two daughters, Debbie Rusk and husband Bill of Cushing, OK, Cherie Wrobel of Winters; brother, Richard Wisener of Coleman; five grandchildren, Robert Dale Rankin and wife Tina of Coleman, Ronnie Lynn Turk and wife Kristian of Oklahoma City, OK, Ashley Cherie Villegas and Shaly Villegas both of Abilene and Keely Wrobel of Winters; five great-grandchildren, Ryan Lee Rankin of Coleman, Koby Lynn Turk of Oklahoma City, OK, Blaze Garrett, Stetson Manksey and Kyler Villegas all of Abilene; special friends, Renell Ewing and Leland Minica.

She was preceded in death by a great-grandchild; two brothers, Wayne and Dale Wisener; one sister, Nita Norris Hubbard; two nieces, Diane Wisener Coats, Patty Wisener

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Big Country, 4601 Hartford, Abilene, Texas 79605 or Holiday Hill Nursing Home, 245 SH 153, Coleman, Texas 76834.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Mrs. Mickie Josephine Orr, age 69
5/10/2010
Mrs. Mickie Josephine Orr, age 69 passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2010 in Brownwood. Mickie was born August 30, 1940 in Coleman to the late Arthur Frank Orr and Octavia Dobbins Orr. She was a teacher for more than 30 years. Mickie is survived by 1 daughter; Holly Norris of Coleman, 2 sons and daughter in laws; Cody & Molly Norris, and Cameron & Brooke Norris all of Coleman, 1 sister and brother in law; Nancy & Charles Barnes of Cross Plains, 2 brothers and sisters in law; Frank & Ginger Orr of Arlington, Bobby & Casey Orr of Georgia, 6 grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Services will be Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at the Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Kermit Sorrells officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman.

Mary Hazel Jones, age 80, of Granbury
5/3/2010
Mrs. Mary Hazel Jones, age 80, of Granbury passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2010. Hazel was born November 19, 1929 to Ed and Etta Downs. Hazel is survived by 1 daughter; Margetta Morgan of Aledo, Texas, 2 sons and daughters in law; Terry & Janie Jones of Granbury, Larry & Patricia Jones of Corsicana, 6 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 5, 2010 from 9:00 until 10:00 A.M. at Walker Funeral Home. Service will be Wednesday May 5, 2010 at 11:00 A. M. in the Walker Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Patrick Bennett officiating, Interment service will follow at the Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion.

Thomas James Deal, age 72, of Junction
5/1/2010
Thomas James Deal, age 72, of Junction, died Wednesday, April 28, 2010 in Junction. Mr. Deal was born in Santa Anna, Texas on March 15, 1938 to Nettie Richardson Deal & William Forrest Deal. Tommy grew up in the country participating in 4H & FFA activities. He attended primary school in a two room school house and high school at Mozelle High in Fisk, Texas. He was active in all sports in school and served as class president in his senior year as well as class favorite. He was one of 14 students to graduate from Mozelle in 1956.

After high school Tommy attended business college in Abilene, and soon thereafter went to work for Hollywood Door Company in Ft. Worth. Mr. Deal served in the Texas Army National Guard, including tours of duty with the Army’s 49th Armored Division in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, Ft. Knox, KY and Ft. Polk, LA during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Tommy met Judy Kelley on a blind date in 1960 in Ft. Worth, and following completion of Tommy’s military service they were married in Matthew’s Memorial Methodist Church in Ft. Worth in November of 1962. Mr. Deal had been raised in the Baptist Church and joined the Methodist Church when he and Judy were married. He served as a Trustee, Sunday School President, and on many committees and offices at both FUMC in Mesquite and FUMC in Junction. In 1966 Thomas was recruited by Overhead Door Company and served as General Manager of the Texas Division until 1997.

Active in community affairs, Thomas was a member of Equest of Wylie, Texas. Habitat for Humanity in Dallas and Rebuilding Junction. Gardening and landscaping was a passion for Tommy and he was honored with a city landscape award for his beautiful lawn in Mesquite. He was also an animal lover and enjoyed raising horses and Boer goats. Tommy collected Old West memorabilia & western art. He was an avid reader of Western literature and had a large collection of novels by his favorite author, Elmer Kelton.

Mr. Deal is survived by his wife Judith Janet Kelley Deal; daughters Theresa Cawthon & husband Morgan, and Courtney Hogan & husband Shane; brother Billy Jack Deal; sister Dorris Childers and five grandchildren

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, May 2, 2010 at the First United Methodist Church in Junction. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, May 3, 2010 at Grove Hill Cemetery in Dallas. Arrangements are under the direction of Graham Funeral Home in Junction (326) 446-3076

Walter Wayland Gordon, age 87
5/1/2010
Mr. Walter Wayland Gordon, age 87, passed away Friday, April 30, 2010. Wayland was born in Coleman, Texas on September 15, 1922 to Walter S. Gordon and Mary E. Wilson Gordon. He was a WWII Veteran of the U. S. Army Air Corps; Wayland married Mary Kah Markland on August 10, 1946 in Coleman. He was a Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, & Great Grandfather.

He is survived by a daughter and son in law: Gwenda Kah & Rick Aber of Forney, a son and his fiancé; Mark Gordon and Letha Rice of Brownwood, 2 sisters and brother in law; Wineford & Jess Rhoden of Burnet, Texas, and Gwen Scott of Delaware, 8 Grandchildren; Jason Smith & Wife Julie of Forney, Sean Gordon & wife Johanna of Brownwood, Shea Walker & husband Collin of Coleman, Robyn Trantham & husband Scott of McKinney, Bryan Aber of Waxahachie Sara Kah Hausen & husband Chris of Austin, Bradford Smith & wife Felicia, and Robin Rice of Brooksmith; and 8 great grandchildren; Ryan Walker, Gage and Gunner Gordon, Noah Smith, Wyatt Smith, Mallory, Olivia, & Josh Trantham. He was preceded in death by both parents, and his Beloved wife Mary Kah.

Visitation will be Sunday, May 2, 2010 from 5:00 until 7:00 P. M. at Walker Funeral Home of Coleman. Funeral Service will be Monday, May 3, 2010 at 10:00 A. M. The Coleman City Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Lynn Rice officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Walker Funeral Home of Coleman.

Ida Lee Jackson age 89 of San Antonio
4/29/2010
Ida Lee Jackson age 89 of San Antonio, Texas passed from this life on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 5:50 am at the Paramount Nursing & Rehab Center.

Services will be Saturday at 11:00 am at the Santa Anna Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Arthur Switzer officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Anna Cemetery under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna.

She was born February 24, 1921 in Valley View, Texas to the late Arthur E. and Maggie M. Baird Switzer. Ida Lee was raised in Coleman County where she attended the Leaday Schools. On April 7, 1940 she married Otis Daymond Jackson in Santa Anna and they celebrated fifty seven years of marriage. Daymond preceded her in death in 1998. Ida Lee was a former resident of Santa Anna & Coleman and had been a resident of San Antonio since 2002. She was a member of the Baptist Church, a homemaker and retired from Holiday Hill Nursing Home in 1995 where she had worked as a nurses aide.

SURVIVORS
Daughter – Geneva & husband Harry Anderson of San Antonio, Texas
Son – Clayton & wife Carolyn Jackson of Midland, Texas
Daughter-in-law – Mary Jackson of Meadowlakes, Texas
2 Sisters – Nell Yancy of Santa Fe, Texas
Jane Lovelady of San Marcos, Texas
3 Brothers – Edmond Switzer of Alvin, Texas
Ray Switzer of Bangs, Texas
Otis Switzer of Santa Fe, Texas
8 Grandchildren
11 Great Grandchildren
2 Great Great Grandchildren
A number of nieces and nephews

Ida Lee was preceded in death by
Daughter – Mary Janette  Jackson
Son – Dayton Jackson
2 Sisters – Marie Stephens & Greta Kline
2 Brothers – A. J. Switzer & Thomas Switzer

Henderson Funeral Homes
P O Box 609, Santa Anna, TX 76878
325/348-3131
FAX 325/625-2122

Leonard Leslie Paulk, 69, of Lake Coleman
4/28/2010
Lake Coleman – Leonard Leslie Paulk, 69, of Lake Coleman died Monday at an Abilene Hospital. Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the Bailey-Howard Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jonathan Owen officiating. Burial will follow in the Clyde Cemetery under the direction of Bailey-Howard Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday from 1:00 p.m. till the time of service at the funeral home.

Mr. Paulk was born January 4, 1941 in Sweetwater to Wade J. and Lois (Rogers) Paulk. He attended school in Saginaw. He married Shirley Thompson in Acuna, Mexico on June 24, 1967. They moved to Lake Coleman from Denison in 1975. He was a Plumber for 47 years at Abilene Plumbing and Heating. Mr. Paulk was a member of the Baptist Church.

Mr. Paulk is survived by Shirley Paulk of Lake Coleman; one son, Mike of Albany; three daughters, Kathy Owen and husband Jonathan of Abilene, Sharon Paulk Johns and husband Charles of Lower Lake California, and Barbara Paulk Witterman of Sheridan, Oregon; eleven grandchildren including Lauren and Josh Owen of Abilene; one step son, Kevin Ramsey of New Orleans; two brothers, Billy Joe Paulk of Canyon and Roy Gene Paulk of Amarillo; two sisters, Katherine Blackford of Virginia and Margaret Peters of Abilene and sixteen great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, J.W. Paulk and Eddie Paulk. Online condolences may be made at www.baileyhowardfuner-alhome.com

Evelyn Gail Dillingham, 68, of Santa Anna
4/25/2010
SANTA ANNA - Evelyn Gail Dillingham, 68, of Santa Anna, died Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Coleman County Medical Center. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at First United Methodist Church in Santa Anna, with Rev. Roger Matthews officiating. Burial will be in the Santa Anna Cemetery, under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, Coleman.

Evelyn Gail Dillingham was born October 23, 1941 in Santa Anna, the daughter of Roger William Matthews and Ethel Rose Jackson Matthews. She grew up in Santa Anna and graduated from Santa Anna High School. She lived in Fort Worth and Austin, returning to Santa Anna in 1985. She married Jack Dillingham on November 16, 1986 in Santa Anna. She worked as an insurance agent, was a hairdresser, was a caregiver to family and many friends and was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Santa Anna.

Survivors include her husband, Jack Dillingham of Santa Anna; her daughter and son-in-law, Pamela Kay and Charles Longly of Fort Worth; her step-daughter, Audra Paty and husband, Brad of Ovala; her brother, Truman Matthews and wife, Bess, of Burkett; three sisters, Janette  Brock of Santa Anna, Billie Ruth Woods and husband, Bill, of Granbury, Shirley Leach of Azle; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John and Diann Dillingham of Coleman; two grandchildren, Erica Shea Guynes of Fort Worth, Garrett Payton Guynes of Snyder; one step-grandson, Braedyn Paty of Ovala; one great-granddaughter, Faith Rae Guynes of Fort Worth and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters, Roger, Margaret, Mavis, Marie, Dwayne and twins, Myrtle and Myrtie and grandson, Tárell Nathaniel Guynes.

Family visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 26, 2010 at Stevens Funeral Home, Coleman.

Please sign her online guestbook at:
www.livingmemorials.com

Bill Spencer age 54 of Ft Worth
4/23/2010
Bill Spencer age 54 of Ft Worth passed from this life on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at the John L. West Hospice Center.

Services will be Friday at 12:00 noon at Santa Anna Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Kathy Monroe officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Anna Cemetery under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna.

He was born John William Spencer on July 31, 1955 in Spokane, Washington to the late William C. and Wilma Jeannette Mills Spencer. Bill was raised in Abilene where he completed his education. He was a longtime resident of Ft Worth and a member of the Methodist Church and employed in food service.

SURVIVORS
Brother – Tom & wife Cheryl Spencer of Ft Worth, Texas
2 Nephews – Clay Spencer of Palo Alto, California
Kyle Spencer of Austin, Texas
Aunt – Mary White of Midland, Texas
Local Cousin – Orabeth McIver of Santa Anna, Texas
Cousins – Nancy Simmons of Midland, Texas
Jan Vessell of Houston, Texas

Henderson Funeral Homes
P O Box 903 Coleman, TX 76834
325/625-2121
325/625-2122 Fax

Payne Henderson, Jr. age 86 of Santa Anna
4/19/2010
Payne Henderson, Jr. age 86 of Santa Anna, Texas passed from this life on April 19, 2010 at 4:41 pm at the Bangs Nursing Home.

Services will be Monday at 2:00 pm at the Coleman Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Kermit Sorrells officiating. Interment will follow at Coleman Cemetery under the direction of Henderson Funeral Home of Santa Anna. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2:00 till 4:00 pm at Henderson Funeral Home.

Payne was born on August 12, 1923 in Santa Anna to the late Payne Henderson, Sr. and Zuda Jane Oldham Henderson. He was raised in Coleman County attended the Mayo Community School and Santa Anna Schools. On June 5, 1943 Payne married Odell Lee in Santa Anna and they celebrated forty nine years of marriage. Odell preceded him in death in 1992. In January of 1994 he married Lillian Wallace in Santa Anna. Payne was a lifetime resident of Coleman County where he was a member of the Northside Baptist Church of Santa Anna and the Santa Anna Mountain Masonic Lodge. Payne was a stockfarmer.

SURVIVORS
Wife – Lillian Henderson of Bangs, Texas
Daughter – Gloria Jane & husband James Harrison of Midland, Texas
Son – Billy and wife Barbara Henderson of Bangs, Texas
Sister – Doris Jane & husband Charles Bell of San Angelo, Texas

5 Grandchildren
16 Great Grandchildren
3 Great Grandchildren

Henderson Funeral Homes
P O Box 609, Santa Anna, TX 76878
325/348-3131
FAX 325/625-2122

Ruby Grace Caldwell Johnson
4/15/2010
Surrounded by her family Ruby Grace Caldwell Johnson of Early went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 14, 2010. She was born to Sam Hardin Caldwell and Clara Flippo Caldwell at Beaty, Texas on March 22, 1936. She was a Southern Baptist and a loving caring mother, grandmother and wife. She was married to Marion Johnson on June 20, 1961 at Brownwood, Texas.

Ruby is survived by her husband of almost 49 years and two sons Kenneth Johnson of Bangs and his fiance Janie of Abilene; William Johnson and wife Brenda of Brownwood; and the joy her her life her granddaughter Grace Johnson of Brownwood. She is also survived by four step grandchildren Jennifer, Ben, Lindsey and Garrett Woods all of Brownwood and one step great grandson Ethan Woods of Brownwood; one sister Lois Moore of Brownwood, one brother Alvin Caldwell and wife Bess of Abilene, a brother-in-law Gordon Dixon of Euless. She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers Gerald, George, R.C., Charlie, Bobby and Frank Caldwell and by four sisters Vera Adams, Lorraine Purcell, Thelma Dixon and Lucille Connally.

Funeral Services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the Heartland Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Ruben Packer officiating. Interment will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 6:30 – 7:30 P.M. Friday at the funeral homes.

Friends are invited to sign the guest book at www.heartlandfuneralhome.net

Heartland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jeanie Thompson Guerrero, age 52, of Coleman
4/14/2010
Jeanie Thompson Guerrero, age 52, of Coleman, died Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at Abilene Regional Medical Center.  Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 17 in Stevens Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow in the Coleman City Cemetery under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home.

She was born Jeanie Thompson on March 22, 1958 in Coleman, Texas, a daughter of David and Ruby Day Thompson.  She grew up in Coleman and graduated from Coleman High School in 1976.  Jeanie was preceded in death by her long-time companion Jesse Guerra on May 7, 1998.  She was the Dietary Director at the Coleman County Medical Center.

Survivors include one son, Ron Thompson and fiancee' Tina Elom of Abilene; two grandchildren, Timothy Trey Thompson and Tristen Lee Thompson; four brothers, Rex Thompson of Coleman, David Thompson of Brownwood, Danny Thompson of Coleman and Michael Thompson of Kermit; one sister, Cindy Watson of Coleman; five nephews and five nieces.

She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Please sign her on-line guestbook at www.livingmemorials.com

Theresa Edington age 61 of Coleman
4/9/2010
Theresa Edington age 61 of Coleman, Texas passed from this life on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 4:15 pm at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas.