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Wesley H. “Bubba” Shrum
MIDLAND — Wesley H. “Bubba” Shrum passed away Saturday January 25, 2003, in Artesia, New Mexico.
He was born July 31, 1964, in Seminole,Texas, to James Wesley Shrum and Sandra Kay Goeth Shrum. At the time of his death he was working on Rig 17 in Artesia, New Mexico, for Key Energy Drilling of Midland. He had also been a tool pusher for Jones Drilling.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Raymond and Georgia Goeth and W.S. and Lois Shrum, sister, Pamela Fisher, and niece, Brittany Bright.
Bubba is survived by his wife, Vonda Phillips Shrum; son, Matthew Shrum; stepson, Chris O’Neil, all of Midland, TX; parents, James Wesley and Sandra Shrum of Midland, TX; three sisters, Debbie Gressett and husband, Doug, of Mineral Wells, TX, Brenda Bright and husband, Mark, of Midland, TX, Gina Taylor and husband, Ronnie, of Graham, TX; thirteen nieces and nephews, who all loved him very much.
Visitation will be held Thursday, January 30, 2003, at Ellis Funeral Home between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m.
Funeral services have been scheduled for 3 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2003, at Northwestern Baptist Church with Reverend James Aldridge officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
C.W. Smith
ODESSA — Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather departed this world on Monday, Jan. 27, 2003. He struggled through many problems the last two years. He died at Medical Center Hospital with his wife and soul mate of almost 60 years, his daughter, Janis, and son-in-law, Billy, at his side. He fought a good fight, but he was tired and it was time for him to go home.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Highland Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Scott officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
C.W. was born Jan. 4, 1923, in Nevada County, Ark., to Ollie and Robert Samuel Smith. He married
Mavis Delenne Cassady his soul mate Sept. 19, 1943. They moved to Odessa in 1944 where he worked for Loffland Bros. starting at the bottom and working his way up the ladder to Division Superintendent. He was proud of his work and loved it so much! He retired from Loffland after 44 years.
He was a member of Highland Methodist Church and a 32nd degree Mason.
Daddy loved Arkansas and going back to be with his family. He loved fishing. After he retired, Mom and Dad bought a wonderful place on the lake. They wanted all of the kids, grandkids and great-grandkids to come visit, fish and boat. He loved his family so much, especially Mom.
He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved son, Larry Bert Smith, and several sisters and brothers. He is survived by his loving wife, Mavis; daughter and son-in-law, Janis and Billy Davis of Odessa; grandchildren, Tammi Hinton and husband, Robert, of Lubbock, Jamie Kiser and Kurt Kiser of Lubbock, Larry Wayne Burris and wife, Kathy, of Burlington, Mich., and Jeff Smith and wife, Bonnie, of Houston and daughter-in-law, Lynette Smith of Conroe; great-grandchildren, Danielle, Michelle, Brandon, Tyler, Robert, Camron, Kaylee and Colton; and numerous relatives and friends.
Pallbearers will be Todd Welch, Kurt Kiser, Rick Smith, Ronald Smith, Robert Hinton and Bill Rumbaugh.
To Those I Love and Those Who Love Me:
When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears. Be thankful for the beautiful years. I gave to you my love. You can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love each have shown but now it’s time I traveled on alone. So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It’s only for a time that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart, I won’t be far away for life goes on, so if you need me call and I will come. Though you can’t see or touch me, I’ll be near, all my love around you, soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and say, “Welcome Home.”
Jean Ann Padgett
ODESSA — Jean Ann Padgett, 67, of Odessa passed away Monday, January 20, 2003, at her home.
She was born June 20, 1935, in Loraine, Texas, to Charles and Nettie Hale. She married
J.W. Padgett Jr. June 5, 1954, in Midland. He preceded her in death in 2000.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was also dedicated to her work with Advance Cleaning and her service to Jehovah through the North Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 1, 2003, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3625 W. 11th St., in Odessa.
Survivors include her daughter, Pamela Recker of Odessa; grandchildren, Kim Combs of Lubbock and Nikki Recker of Odessa; sisters, Bernice Vannoy, Averill Padgett and Lura Davis, all of Midland, Betty Crocker of Big Spring and Mayme McFerris of Welect, Okla.; brothers, Bill Hale of Lake Brownwood, Kenneth Hale of Lake Proctor, Charles Hale, Hubert Hale and Doyle Hale, all of Stanton.
Mike Freeman
ODESSA — Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Mike Freeman, departed this world at the age of 56 on Tuesday, January 28, 2003. After a work related accident in 1997 he struggled to put his life back in order and be able to walk again. He never gave up this fight and kept an active life with his family and friends, but in August he was diagnosed with cancer. He courageously fought this battle until his body was too tired to fight and it was time for him to go home.
He was born in Odessa, Texas, July 17, 1946, to Woodrow and Lota Freeman. He married
Charlotte Kathleen Dry, his lifelong companion and soulmate February 19, 1965. He worked for Marks Crane and Rigging for 31 years. He worked long hours, holidays, and weekends to make sure his family was provided for.
There were many things in life he loved. He loved to hunt and fish with his family and granddaughters. But his biggest love in life was his special granddaughters. He enjoyed spending time with them and will now relish the job of watching over them.
A special thanks to the loving staff at Home Hospice. All of his family personally thank the staff at Odessa Physical Therapy and the patients there who loved him too. Memorials may be made to Home Hospice.
He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Freeman of Odessa; his mother, Lota Freeman; son, Mark Freeman and wife, Susan, of Odessa; son, Todd Freeman and wife, Jackie, of Odessa; brother, Derwood Freeman and wife, Bernie; sister, Beverly Blackburn and husband, Bill; his four granddaughters, Chelsea, Andrea, Mackenzie and Megan Freeman; and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation is scheduled for Thursday, January 30, 2003, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. The services will be at Sunset Memorial Chapel at 2 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2003, with Rev. Dick Brown and Roy Lee Epperson officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.
Bessie Ames Stewart
STAMFORD — Bessie Ames Stewart of Odessa, passed away at 92 years of age Tuesday, January 28, 2003, at Teakwood Manor in Stamford. She was one of five children born to J.L. and Elva Stewart. She was born February 15, 1910, in Boswell, Okla. Graveside services will be held in Willow cemetery in Haskell at 11 a.m. January 30 with Rev. John Erwin, pastor of St. John’s Methodist Church officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Kinney-Underwood Funeral Home in Stamford.
Bessie Ames was proud of her name. The day she was born, Miss Ames, a well known Methodist missionary came to see her parents. Because of the admiration for Miss Ames, the new baby was named Bessie Ames. She never wanted to be just Bessie, instead always Bessie Ames.
From early childhood until time of retiring, she was involved in school. She graduated from North Texas Teachers College and later went to the University of New Mexico for graduate study. She taught a total of 46 years with last the 28 years being in Odessa. Bessie Ames had the reputation of being a very strong and thorough teacher. Dr. Bea Marie Leopold of Odessa had three children. She arranged to have each child start in Bessie’s first grade class to make sure the child received a good foundation.
Bessie Ames was an active member of the First Methodist Church and was a charter member of the Fidelis Class. She always visited a sick member of the class as long as she was able to drive.
Her parents and a sister, Dr. Hazel Weaver of Haskell, and a brother, J.B. Stewart of Midland preceded her in death.
She is survived by two sisters, Cornelia Faye Hirsch of Arlington and Marjorie Sue Vanderworth of Stamford; and several nieces and nephews.
Jane Catherine Fox
ODESSA — Jane Catherine Fox, age 75, of Odessa, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2003 at Medical Center Hospital. She was born April 7, 1927 in Brooklyn, N.Y. to Thomas Joseph and Mary Rose Donovan.
A Rosary will be held at 7p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, in the chapel of Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors. Funeral Mass will be held at 6PM, Saturday, January 11 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church with Father Mark Woodruff officiating. Interment will be in Arlington National cemetery in Arlington, VA.
Mrs. Fox moved to Odessa in 1974 from Washington, D.C. with her husband after he retired from the Navy. She was an active member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, a volunteer for the American Red Cross and Good Samaritan Nursing Home. A graduate of Notre Dame, she worked as an adoption social worker before marrying her husband Albert on April 15, 1950. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who generously shared her compassionate spirit.
She is survived by her husband, Albert D. Fox of Odessa; daughter Mary Jane Fox and her husband Rick Halverson of Kalispell, MT; son Dan Fox and his wife Cyndi and daughter Samantha, of Odessa; daughter Elizabeth Fox and her children Brian Daniel Hanway and Katherine Hanway of Dublin, CA; and sister Rosemary Cummings of Virginia Beach, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, in-laws and sister Joan Donovan Shipp.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Catholic Charities are requested.
Services under the direction of Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Robert J. Stone II
ODESSA — Robert J. Stone II, 63, of Odessa, passed from this life Jan. 8, 2003 at his residence. He was born July 30, 1939 in Englewood, CA to Robert J. Stone I and Josephine Eleanore Bourbonous Stone.
He married
Dail Stone on April 3, 1964 and served his country in the Marines. He owned and operated The Vault here in Odessa.
Those who have known Bob Stone, know there was a big change in his life in 1978. This change occurred when he dedicated his life to his Lord, Jesus Christ, and knowing Jesus made a great difference in his lifestyle. Bob, a man’s man, was always positive and when first meeting him, he would make you laugh, then witness to you. Bob was a loving, wonderful Christian Husband, Father, and Grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his father, R.J. Stone I; his mother, Josephine Eleanore Stone; George C. Stone; and Gary Lee Stone.
Those who survive him include his wife, Dail Stone of Odessa; his sons, Chris and Robert Stone III and daughter-in-law Mary Ann of Odessa; his daughter, Renee Hurt and son-in-law Paul of Odessa; and his brother, John F. Stone of Grandfield, OK; and his grandchildren, Ryan, Leah, Robyn, Robert IV, J.C, Zachary, Stephanie, Amber, and Chasity.
Graveside services will be Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens with Rev. Mickey Munoz officiating.
Arrangements are entrusted to Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.
Ada Pearl Thompson
ODESSA — Ada Pearl Thompson, 88, of Odessa passed away Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003, at Deerings Nursing Home.
She was born Feb. 25, 1914 in Loraine, TX. She was a homemaker and a member of University Park Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Alton Thompson and daughter, Judy Thompson.
She is survived by daughters Patricia Moore and husband David of Odessa and Betty Zellner of Pauls Valley, OK.; four grandchildren, Stormy Evans, Joel Moore, Tiffany Martin and husband Jimmy and Michael Zellner; two great-grandchildren, Justin Evans and Samantha Moore.
Ada was a loving mother and wife.
Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, 2003, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Ocie L. Holcomb
ODESSA — Ocie L. Holcomb passed away Friday, Jan. 3, 2003, at Hospice House in Odessa after a long battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
Ocie was born in Whitewright, Texas, on Nov. 24, 1916. He moved to Odessa in 1937, and married
Ruth Shoopman on March 23, 1940. He went to work for Phillips Petroleum Company in 1941. He went into the service during World War II and served three years in the Philippines and New Guinea in the 389th Anti-Aircraft Division. Ocie returned to work for Phillips after the war and retired in 1980, after 40 years.
Ocie was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was an avid fisherman, and he and Ruth enjoyed many years at their place on Lake Buchanan.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Ruth; one son, Ronnie Holcomb and wife Patsy of Fort Worth; one daughter, Dianne Hughes of Odessa; two granddaughters, Michele Wilson and husband John of Gilbert, Ariz., and Tracie Hughes of Odessa; two great-grandsons, Matt and Sam Wilson, both of Gilbert, Ariz.; and daughter-in-law, Phyllis Holcomb of Fort Worth.
The family would especially like to express their love and appreciation to Hilda Guajardo who devotedly cared for our “Pepaw” with so much love and tenderness; also to Judy Saenz, Gracie Leal, Home Hospice and Hospice House.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. today, Jan. 6, 2003, at Sunset Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
The family requests donations to Hospice House in lieu of flowers.
