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Georgia Mae Shields
September 29, 1932 – September 12, 2005
BRACKETTVILLE - Georgia Mae Shields went to be with the Lord Monday, September 12, 2005.
She passed away at Val Verde Regional Medical Center in Del Rio. She was born September 29, 1932, in El Dorado, Texas, to Arch Shields and Lucille Mitchell.
She was preceded in death her father, Arch Shields; her sister, Mary Alice Mitchell; and by her step-father, Herbert Mitchell, Sr.
She is survived by her mother, Lucille Mitchell of Los Angeles, California; a brother, Herbert Mitchell, Jr. of Riverside, California; her son, Randy Hawkins and daughter-in-law, Bonnie Hawkins both of Odessa, Texas; special cousins, Audrie Clarence and Tiara Ward of Brackettville, Texas; aunt, Annie Shields of Brackettville, Texas; and by a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Don’s Funeral Chapels in Brackettville, Texas.
Hattie Mae Ball
Odessa - Hattie Mae Ball 90, passed away Monday September 19th in her home in Odessa. She was the mother of 2 daughters Joyce Ward of Norman, Oklahoma, and Frances Cunningham of Odessa and son, Wesley Louis Ball deceased. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years Louis (Ted) Ball.
Hattie and Ted moved to Odessa from Abilene in 1990. They were members of the Oak Street Church of Christ in Abilene and the Crescent Park Church of Christ in Odessa.
She is survived by one sister Opal Looper of Pryor, Oklahoma, daughter Joyce Ward wife of Jim Ward, Frances Cunningham owner of Original T’s in Odessa, 6 grandchildren Diane Aduddle and husband John, Tammy Marshall and husband Jack, Greg Ward and wife Brenda. Marsha Klopping, Tony Cunningham and wife Cheryl, Gigi Dean and husband Kent, 7 great grandchildren, Monica Benear and husband Zach, Colin Nunley, Haley Marchall, Justin Cunningham and wife Emily, Kyle Cunningham, Logan and Luke Dean.
Her loving family and friends will miss her wit and her great stories of long ago. Her beautiful singing voice is now singing with the angels in heaven
Her family wishes to thank Nurses Unlimited and 2 special care givers, Kelly who mom called “Her little Kelly” and Brenda who took care of mom and her little dog Puddles until the end. Also to Home Hospice for their loving compassion for mom and our family. You are all special people.
The family will receive visitors from 7 to 9:00 pm Thursday at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors, 4635 Oakwood Drive in Odessa.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday in the Frank Wilson Chapel with Dale Garrison officiating. Interment will follow at Rosehill.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Roy Franklin (Frank) Baker
August 8, 1914 - September 18, 2005
On Sunday, September 18, 2005, at a few minutes after 8:00 in the evening, at the age of 91, Roy Franklin Baker met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face-to-face. He had suffered a stroke in early July.
Frank was born August 8, 1914, in Wilson County, Texas, to James A. Baker and Floy E. Stroud Baker. The family subsequently moved to Coke County and later to San Angelo. Frank graduated in 1931 from San Angelo High School.
In 1937, Frank met the love of his life, Eulene Craddock. They were married
in 1938 in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Craddock of Strawn, Texas. After living in several towns in the Permian Basin during the early years of the oil industry in the 1930’s, Frank and Eulene moved to Odessa in 1940 and lived here for the rest of their lives.
Two children were born of their marriage, Linda and Jimmy. James J. (Jim) Baker passed away in 1989 at the age of 41. Frank and Eulene had an exemplary and wonderful marriage that lasted more than 63 years, until her death in February 2002. They are now joyfully reunited, along with their son Jimmy and their other loved ones who have preceded them into Heaven.
Frank’s career was always involved with sales and pertaining to the oil industry, both inside sales and sales in the field. He was a conscientious and honest businessman and had many customers for the long duration of his career. Frank was a man of honor, courage, and integrity in all things. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He also served as a “second dad” to numerous nieces and nephews whose own fathers had passed away. His genuine interest and concern for his family and friends, as well as his humor and his great dry wit, will be missed by all who knew him. Frank and Eulene were active in the community for many years. They participated in church work at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, as well as working happily side-by-side in Meals on Wheels. Frank was an astute businessman who stayed aware of current events and particularly those of a financial nature. He had years of happy times with his coffee-drinking buddies, discussing daily happenings in the world, in sports, and especially in the stock market. He was a man of few words, and we listened and learned when he spoke.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Eulene; his cherished son, Jimmy; and two brothers, James Afton (Slick) Baker of San Angelo and Raymond R. Baker of Houston. He leaves to treasure his memory his daughter, Linda C. Baker of Midland; his beloved grandson John P. Herring and wife Jessie, and great-granddaughter, Jordan Margaret Herring, all of Boston, Massachusetts; his sister-in-law, Mrs. Lila Baker of Kincaid, West Virginia; several cousins; many nieces and nephews; and a host of friends, many of whom were his great friends for 50 years or more. Special family friends of more than 65 years would include Mrs. Pauline Marshall and Mr. George Blumentritt, both of Odessa.
Frank’s family wishes to thank those who made his final months a time of achievement, hope, and, finally, comfort. We truly appreciate the care, compassion, and professionalism of the doctors, nurses, and staff members of Medical Center Hospital of Odessa, Alliance Hospital of Odessa, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Clinic of Odessa, Odyssey Hospice, and especially Parks Methodist Retirement Village. Our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you.
Services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2005, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 1601 East 42nd Street, Odessa, with Rev. Kevin Bushart officiating, with graveside services and interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Joe Mac Sanders, Larry Ritchie, Fred Martin, Bob Childers, Danny Carpenter, and Jeff Allbright. Honorary Pallbearers will be Harry Bradley and Charles E. Jones, Jr. In lieu of flowers, and in celebration of Frank’s life, the family requests that Frank’s friends donate to the charity or charities of their choice.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral.
Lillian Mae ‘Jones’ King
Odessa - Lillian Mae Jones King of Odessa, Tx. has passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at her home. She was born October 5, 1938 in Buffalo, Missouri to Adam Hadley Jones and Lela LaUna Christian, whom both preceded her in death as well as brother Adam Hadley Jones, Jr. and a granddaughter and grandson. She married
Leonard King of Odessa, Tx, on June 5, 1972.
Mrs. Lillian King was raised in Brownsville, Tx where she and her family moved to Odessa in 1951. Mrs. King was a homemaker and enjoyed her roses and hummingbirds. She loved to travel and meet people.
She is survived by her husband Leonard King of Odessa. Jefferey Thomas of Allen, Tx, Brian Thomas of Odessa, Tx, James Thomas of Charlotte, NC, David Thomas of Colorado Springs, Co., Raymond King and Parrish King both of Odessa. Sisters Dottie Strain and husband Don of McQueeney, Tx., Toni Webster and husband Joe of Odessa, Mattie Younger of Odessa, Nita Burnell and husband Charles of Brownsville, Tx., 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.
She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all that knew her. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 23, 2005 from 6-8:00 pm. to receive family and friends.
Funeral services have been scheduled for Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Bishop Chris Vore officiating.
Internment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens cemetery.
Betty Marshall
Odessa - Betty Marshall died August 20, 2005 at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, England, after a brief battle with cancer. She was born October 24th, 1928 in Hucknell, Nottinghamshire England. She had been a conductress on the London busses, worked at RAF Brize Norton in food service and in a flight simulator, as a stewardess for B.O.A.C Airline, and retired as a school custodian in 1989.
She is survived by her daughter Kim Bushart and son-in-law Rev. Kevin Bushart of Odessa. She is also survived by her son and daughter-in-law Dale and Caroline McKenna of Swindon, England. Her five grandchildren were the delight of her life: Daniel and Baden McKenna and Hayley, Hannah and Heather Bushart. She is predeceased by her parents, a sister and one grandson, Luke Bushart.
In retirement Betty enjoyed her seventeen visits to her daughter and son-in-law in America. She spent nearly two years total time during those visits. She especially enjoyed the fellowship with the various churches Kim and Kevin were serving.
A Funeral service was held in England on August 30, 2005. Her remains were interned at Black Bourton Parish Church, Oxfordshire. Because of Betty’s great love of people and fellowship with her many friends here in the “States”, a “party” in her memory will be held September 24, 2005 from 3-5 p.m. in the fellowship hall of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 1601 E. 42nd Street, Odessa.
Memorials be made to St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Odessa or the American Cancer Society.
William C. ‘Bill’ Rodgers
Odessa - William C. “Bill” Rodgers died peacefully at Parks Methodist Home September 20, 2005. He was born in Bonham, Texas on July 30, 1913, to John I. and Daisy Cawthorn Rodgers.
Bill married
Jean Craig in Midland, Texas on November 6, 1949. He was a loving husband and father and will be greatly missed.
Bill’s youth was spent in Bonham, Texas and he remained a “Purple Warrior” all his life. He graduated from Texas A&M University as a Battalion Commander in 1935 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was a loyal Aggie.
Bill was called to service in 1939. He served in the 27th Field Artillery Headquarter Command in Algeria, Tunisia, and Italy. He was a decorated officer who was discharged from service at Lt. Colonel.
Bill went to work for Phillips Petroleum Co. in 1936. He was employed by Phillips for 42 years including credited war time service. He retired in 1978 a Division Supervisor.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his brother John Rodgers. He is survived by his wife, Jean, a son Alan and wife Katherine of Austin and daughter, Lynn of Plano.
Memorials may be given to St. Barnabas Episcopal Church or the charity of your choosing.
Services will be September 24 at 2:00 at St. Barnabas Church.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Roy Franklin (Frank) Baker
August 8, 1914 - September 18, 2005
Odessa - On Sunday, September 18, 2005, at a few minutes after 8:00 in the evening, at the age of 91, Roy Franklin Baker met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face-to-face. He had suffered a stroke in early July.
Frank was born August 8, 1914, in Wilson County, Texas, to James A. Baker and Floy E. Stroud Baker. The family subsequently moved to Coke County and later to San Angelo. Frank graduated in 1931 from San Angelo High School.
In 1937, Frank met the love of his life, Eulene Craddock. They were married
in 1938 in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Craddock of Strawn, Texas. After living in several towns in the Permian Basin during the early years of the oil industry in the 1930’s, Frank and Eulene moved to Odessa in 1940 and lived here for the rest of their lives.
Two children were born of their marriage, Linda and Jimmy. James J. (Jim) Baker passed away in 1989 at the age of 41. Frank and Eulene had an exemplary and wonderful marriage that lasted more than 63 years, until her death in February 2002. They are now joyfully reunited, along with their son Jimmy and their other loved ones who have preceded them into Heaven.
Frank’s career was always involved with sales and pertaining to the oil industry, both inside sales and sales in the field. He was a conscientious and honest businessman and had many customers for the long duration of his career. Frank was a man of honor, courage, and integrity in all things. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He also served as a “second dad” to numerous nieces and nephews whose own fathers had passed away. His genuine interest and concern for his family and friends, as well as his humor and his great dry wit, will be missed by all who knew him. Frank and Eulene were active in the community for many years. They participated in church work at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, as well as working happily side-by-side in Meals on Wheels. Frank was an astute businessman who stayed aware of current events and particularly those of a financial nature. He had years of happy times with his coffee-drinking buddies, discussing daily happenings in the world, in sports, and especially in the stock market. He was a man of few words, and we listened and learned when he spoke.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Eulene; his cherished son, Jimmy; and two brothers, James Afton (Slick) Baker of San Angelo and Raymond R. Baker of Houston. He leaves to treasure his memory his daughter, Linda C. Baker of Midland; his beloved grandson John P. Herring and wife Jessie, and great-granddaughter, Jordan Margaret Herring, all of Boston, Massachusetts; his sister-in-law, Mrs. Lila Baker of Kincaid, West Virginia; several cousins; many nieces and nephews; and a host of friends, many of whom were his great friends for 50 years or more. Special family friends of more than 65 years would include Mrs. Pauline Marshall and Mr. George Blumentritt, both of Odessa.
Frank’s family wish to thank those who made his final months a time of achievement, hope, and, finally, comfort. We truly appreciate the care, compassion, and professionalism of the doctors, nurses, and staff members of Medical Center Hospital of Odessa, Alliance Hospital of Odessa, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Clinic of Odessa, Odyssey Hospice, and especially Parks Methodist Retirement Village. Our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you.
Services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2005, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 1601 East 42nd Street, Odessa, with Rev. Kevin Bushart officiating, with graveside services and interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Joe Mac Sanders, Larry Ritchie, Fred Martin, Bob Childers, Danny Carpenter, and Jeff Allbright. Honorary Pallbearers will be Harry Bradley and Charles E. Jones, Jr. In lieu of flowers, and in celebration of Frank’s life, the family requests that Frank’s friends donate to the charity or charities of their choice.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Lillian Mae ‘Jones’ King
Odessa - Lillian Mae Jones King of Odessa, Tx. has passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at her home. She was born October 5, 1938 in Buffalo, Missouri to Adam Hadley Jones and Lela LaUna Christian, whom both preceded her in death as well as brother Adam Hadley Jones, Jr. and a granddaughter and grandson. She married
Leonard King of Odessa, Tx, on June 5, 1972.
Mrs. Lillian King was raised in Brownsville, Tx where she and her family moved to Odessa in 1951. Mrs. King was a homemaker and enjoyed her roses and hummingbirds. She loved to travel and meet people.
She is survived by her husband Leonard King of Odessa. Sons Jefferey Thomas of Allen, Tx, Brian Thomas of Odessa, Tx, James Thomas of Charlotte, N.C., David Thomas of Colorado Springs, Co., Raymond King and Parrish King both of Odessa. Sisters Dottie Strain and husband Don of McQueeny, Tx., Toni Webster and husband Joe of Odessa Mattie Younger of Odessa, Nita Burnell and husband Charles of Brownsville, Tx., 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.
She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all that knew her. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 23, 2005 from 6-8:00 pm. to receive family and friends at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.
Funeral services have been scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints with Bishop Chris Vore officiating.
Internment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens cemetery.
