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Halsard Eugene Horton
ODESSA — Halsard Eugene Horton, 97, passed from this life in Odessa on October 2, 2004. Mr. Horton was born December 20, 1906, in Hopkins County, Texas, the eighth child born to Eugene M. and Alice E. Bullock Horton.
Mr. Horton worked on farms and in a dairy, and spent 37 years working in the oil field as a pumper for Amoco Production Company. He was a Christian and a member of the Parkview congregation of the Church of Christ.
He married
Katy Lou Haynes on October 5, 1938, in McCamey, Texas. They moved to Ector County in 1941, living in Penwell for thirteen years before moving to Odessa in 1955.
He is survived by his wife, Katy Lou Horton; son, N. Stephen Horton and wife, Linda, of Odessa; two daughters, Carol L. Horton of Odessa and Ora Beth Royal and husband, Richard, of Belton. He is survived by grandsons, Chris Horton and wife, Deb, of Scottsdale, Ariz., Joshua Horton of Midland, Spc. Derek Horton of Ft. Hood, Jordan Horton of Odessa and Jarrad Forman and wife, Melissa, of Victoria, Texas; two granddaughters, Renelle Romine and husband, Kent, of Beeville, Texas, and Dawn Littlehat and husband, Adair, of Mesa, Ariz.; and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Hobert Horton; and several nephews and nieces. The grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as pall bearers.
A visitation is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 5, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 6, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Chapel
with Steve Horton officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to express their deep love and appreciation to the nurses and staff of Four Central of Medical Center Hospital, Regency Hospital and the Hospice House who have been so kind and loving to us and our loved one.
Memorials may be made to the Hospice House or to Odessa Christian School.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Minnie Otts Sneed
ODESSA — Minnie Otts Sneed, 84,of Carthage, Texas, formally of Odessa, Texas, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, in Carthage.
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 4, 2004, at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Odessa, Texas with the Rev. Byron McWilliams officiating.
Mrs. Minnie Otts Sneed was born June 10, 1920, in Earlsboro, Oklahoma, to Ed and Dora Otts. Minnie graduated from Wewoka High School. She married
Robert Cecil Sneed and together they celebrated many years of marriage.
Minnie served her country during WWII in California as a Riveter, as the men were off fighting the war. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Odessa, Texas. Minnie, a homemaker, enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by sons, Danny Sneed and wife, Debbie, of Carthage, Mike Sneed and wife, Phyllis, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio; sister, Edith Ratcliff and husband, Frank, of Oklahoma City, Okla.; seven grandchildren, Alex, Shanna, Bobby, Chad, Richard, Shannon and Season; nine great-grandchildren; numerous great-nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.
Services under the direction of Hawthorn Funeral Home in Carthage.
Marie Abbott
ODESSA — Marie Abbott, 66, a longtime resident of Odessa, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2004, at Regency Hospital. She was born May 22, 1938, in Rule, Texas. She married
Ernest Abbott on August 13, 1955, in Rule. He preceded her in death in 1974. She had worked for Texas Instruments for a number of years. She was a member of Sunset Heights Baptist Church. Marie was a softball pitcher and had played on the Odessa team that won state.
She is survived by her sons, Doug Abbott and wife, Alice, of Gardendale and Allan Abbott of Coleman; brothers, James Richardson of Long Beach, Calif., and Pat Ray Richardson of Las Vegas; sisters, Lucille Ketchum of Pampa, Texas, and Linda Roper and Helen Kizer, both of Amarillo; and two grandchildren, Wil James Abbott and Martina Belen Abbott.
There will be a visitation from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 7, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, October 8, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jess Little officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
H.L. ‘Johnny’ Ashcraft
DENVER CITY — Graveside services for H.L. “Johnny” Ashcraft, 80, of Denver City, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, October 7, 2004, for family and friends at Denver City Memorial Park followed by a memorial service at the First United Methodist Church of Denver City with the Rev. Steve Brooks officiating. Mr. Ashcraft passed away Monday, October 4, 2004, at his home in Denver City. Arrangements are under the direction of Ratliff Funeral Home of Denver City.
Johnny was born May 21, 1924, in Cale, Arkansas. He married
Nina Autrey on October 11, 1945, in Dallas, Texas. He was a World War II veteran serving in the South Pacific, Scotland and North Africa with the U.S. Navy from 1942 until 1945. He began his oilfield career in Pecos in 1948 and worked in numerous fields in the Permian Basin before settling in Denver City. Johnny founded Production Fishing and Rental Tools Inc. in 1965. He was a member of the Denver City Masonic Lodge No. 1278. He was on the board of directors of Yoakum County State Bank. He loved fishing, hunting, golf and any competitive endeavor. A good joke on himself or someone he loved was not out of the question.
He was preceded in death by his adopted son, Timmy Ashcraft.
Johnny is survived by his wife, Nina of Denver City; daughter, Susi Bickley and her husband, Mike, of Fort Worth; sister, Betty Jean Parker of Twenty-nine Palms, California; grandchildren, Melanie Greene and husband, Andy, of Austin, T.K. Harrison and husband, Blake, of Houston and Josh Bickley of Denton; one great-grandchild, Caroline Greene; and his cousin and longtime business partner, Tearl Covington and his wife, Linda.
The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 6, at Ratliff Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church of Denver City or to the Melanoma Unit of M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston.
Halsard Eugene Horton
ODESSA — Halsard Eugene Horton, 97, passed from this life in Odessa on October 2, 2004. Mr. Horton was born December 20, 1906, in Hopkins County, Texas, the eighth child born to Eugene M. and Alice E. Bullock Horton.
Mr. Horton worked on farms and in a dairy, and spent 37 years working in the oil field as a pumper for Amoco Production Company. He was a Christian and a member of the Parkview congregation of the Church of Christ.
He married
Katy Lou Haynes on October 5, 1938, in McCamey, Texas. They moved to Ector County in 1941, living in Penwell for thirteen years before moving to Odessa in 1955.
He is survived by his wife, Katy Lou Horton; son, N. Stephen Horton and wife, Linda, of Odessa; two daughters, Carol L. Horton of Odessa and Ora Beth Royal and husband, Richard, of Belton. He is survived by grandsons, Chris Horton and wife, Deb, of Scottsdale, Ariz., Joshua Horton of Midland, Spc. Derek Horton of Ft. Hood, Jordan Horton of Odessa and Jarrad Forman and wife, Melissa, of Victoria, Texas; two granddaughters, Renelle Romine and husband, Kent, of Beeville, Texas, and Dawn Littlehat and husband, Adair, of Mesa, Ariz.; and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Hobert Horton; and several nephews and nieces. The grandsons and great-grandsons will serve as pall bearers.
A visitation is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 5, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 6, 2004, at Hubbard-Kelly Chapel with Steve Horton officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to express their deep love and appreciation to the nurses and staff of Four Central of Medical Center Hospital, Regency Hospital, Dr. Ghanta and his staff and the Hospice House who have been so kind and loving to us and our loved one.
Memorials may be made to the Hospice House or to Odessa Christian School.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Dessa Gwen Brodnax
SAN ANGELO — Dessa Gwen Brodnax, 89, formerly of San Angelo, passed away September 26, 2004, in Austin.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 29, 2004, at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens with Pastor Charles Camp officiating.
Arrangements are made by Robert Massie Funeral Home.
Gwen was born July 8, 1915, in San Angelo, to Charles and Zella Boykin.
Gwen was a hard working Mom and very dedicated to her family. She worked for Paul Q. Mills Jewelry Store and Florence and Martha Dress Shop in San Angelo. Gwen loved music and her favorite was Country and Western. She attended the Angelo Heights Methodist Church and was a long time resident of the Fairview Community. Gwen always had a positive attitude and was a strong role model for her family. She will be missed by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth G. Brodnax; and brothers, Lamar Boykin and Lois Boykin.
She is survived by her son, Kenneth G. Brodnax of Odessa; and daughter, Myra Brodnax Betsinger and husband, Brett, of Austin.
Mrs. Brodnax’s obituary may be viewed online at www.RobertMassie.com.
Dorothy Helen Burnett
ODESSA — Dorothy Helen Burnett, 86, of Odessa, died Monday, September 27, 2004, at the Hospice Midland Inpatient Unit at Midland Memorial Hospital. She was born August 27, 1918, in Bowie, TX., to Ed and Ellie Arledge.
The family will receive visitors from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 30, 2004, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church with the Rev. Kevin Bushart officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Burnett had been employed as a records clerk for the school district before her retirement. She was a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Wm. Hardy Miller; daughter, Judy Longino of Odessa; parents; and siblings, Alma Moore, Ann Moore, Bess Jones and Bud Arledge.
She is survived by her husband, Charles “Buddy” Burnett of Odessa; daughter, Sandra Kratky of West Columbia, TX.; son, William Hardy Miller Jr. of Deer Park, TX.; step-sons, John Burnett and Charles Burnett III of Albuquerque, N.M.; step-daughter, Carolyn Morris of Albuquerque, N.M.; brother, Joe Arledge of Gilmer, TX.; sisters, Gertrude Weeks and Fran Gleaton of Odessa; grandchildren, Kim McCann, Julie Salmon, Jeff Longino, Kirk Kratky, Rita Miller and Tracy Miller; great-grandchildren, McCain Lauterbach, Ryan Longino, Bailee McCann, Logan Longino and Jackson Longino; numerous nieces and nephews, including Max B. Lloyd; and her faithful, longtime friend, Dean Longino.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to the Alzheimers Association.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Jimmie Nelson Davis
ODESSA — Jimmie Nelson Davis, 63, passed through the Gates of Heaven, Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, to be with his Heavenly Father. While on earth he fought a long courageous battle, never loosing his Faith, nor his sense of humor.
Jimmie owned and operated Davis Body Shop Inc., a family business started by his father in 1958. He was born, May 22, 1941, in Picayune, Miss., to Ruby Lee Dickens and Thomas David Davis. He was preceded in death by both parents; two brothers, Wayne and Sidney; and a special nephew, David Wayne Davis, all of Odessa.
Jimmie served in the US Army for four years as a military policeman. Jimmie loved his family and friends and he will forever leave memories with all who knew him. He will always be remembered for his loving, caring ways; for his compassion, his generosity, his strong sense of values of right and wrong, both in his personal life and in his business. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, his laughter and his gentle ways. He helped many people throughout the years. He will be greatly missed and his memory will never fade from our hearts or our minds. Everyone, especially his family, knew and loved him for the truly genuine man he was. Jimmie enjoyed watching God’s Learning Channel, and other various religious programs. He was a member of First Baptist Church.
Jimmie married
Delores Ann Plumlee, February 18, 1962, from that union two children were born, Cathy Annette Davis and Michael Nelson Davis. Although they divorced in later years, they still remained special friends and always helped to take care of one another. Jimmie leaves behind his daughter, Cathy Davis Imler, her husband, Kenneth Imler; grandson, Brandon Nelson McCulloch and his son, Michael “Mike” Nelson Davis, all of Odessa. He also leaves behind, one sister, Pamela Ramirez and husband, Esubeio of Henderson, Nevada, and one brother, Gene Davis, of Austin. A very special aunt, Vivian Stamps, whom he loved and depended on so very much during his last years. A very special sister-in-law, Sandra Plumlee Spoon. Mother and Father in law, John “J.C.” and Dessie Plumlee. Also four special great nieces, Stephanie Jones, Alexis and Lauryn Spoon and Amanda Arnold whom he loved very much. He also leaves behind five nieces and nephews, Rhonda James, John Arnold, Sonny Spoon, Stephanie and Courtney Ramirez. Also left behind are his cousins, Sherry Spruill, Jan Truelock and Mary Grayson along with their families and many, many friends. He was considered “Paw Paw” to many children, who were warmed by his heart and his kindness. The family wishes to extend many thanks and to acknowledge the outpouring of sympathy during this difficult time. Your words of kindness and prayers are greatly appreciated. The family would like to also extend special thanks to Star Hospice of Odessa, and all of his care givers for their compassionate care, as well as their friendship, throughout this difficult time. Thanks too, to Rev. Don Swindell for his spiritual guidance and friendship and to Jay Neeves with Oxygen Resources for always being there, no matter what time, day or night. One final thanks to Sue Johnston, a longtime friend and RN, who made his last days as comfortable as possible.
God Looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon this earth and saw your loving face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. His garden must be beautiful for He always takes the best. He knew you were in pain and He knew you were in pain and He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw your path was difficult, He closed your tired eyes, He whispered to you “Peace be Thine” and gave you wings to fly. When we saw you sleeping so calm, so free of pain, we would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again. You’ve left us precious memories, your love will be our guide, you live through us, you will always be by our side. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. For part of us went with you on the day GOD called you home
Jimmie will be laid to rest Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004, at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Mike Pool, Tim Greeson, Larry Gerber, Bryan Vaughan, Gary Payne and Curley Lawson. Honorary Pallbearers will be J.D. Sharp, Charlie Waid, Rafael Camacho and Maurilio Cano. Funeral services will be held at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Chapel, on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004 at 10 a.m. with Reverend Don Swindell officiating.
