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Linda Jean Furlow
Odessa - Linda Jean Simonek Furlow, 50 years old, of Odessa died Sunday morning, November 19th. Linda was born December 4, 1955 in Big Spring, TX. She was a life-long resident of Odessa and graduated from OHS in 1974.
Linda is deeply loved by all of her family and she will be greatly missed.
Linda is survived by her two daughters, Amanda Francis Furlow and Amber Leann Navarette, son-in-law Jason Navarette, mother, Genevieve Corich, step-father, Bert Corich, sister, Connie Raye Pollard, brother-in-law, Bruce Pollard, all of Odessa, sister, Sharon Brown of Denver, step-brother, Al Corich of Buda, TX, step-sister, Sandy Vinyard of Amarillo, step-brother, Jeff Corich of San Francisco, a niece, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, and other loved ones.
Linda is preceded in death by her infant sister, Becky “Hecky Jo” Simonek, father Joe Simonek, and grandmother Florence Heller.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, the 21st at Wesley EMC, 1211 E. 57th in Odessa. Pastor Ronnie Newton will officiate. Memorials may be made to the donor’s favorite charity.
Darrell Ray Hann
Odessa - Darrell Ray Hann, 82, passed away November 18, 2006 at his home in Odessa, Texas. He was born February 9, 1924 to Melvin Ray and Daisy Evelyn Hann in Winterset, Iowa. He moved to Odessa in 1963.
He married
Phyllis June Ford on April 27, 1947 in Des Moines, Iowa. He proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II in the Pacific theater. He owned and operated Odessa Business Equipment and retired in 1979.
His favorite pastimes were playing golf and seeing America. He will be remembered for his beautiful blue eyes, his funny smile, his generosity and his love for his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bob and sisters Dorothy, Helen and Kathleen.
He is survived by his wife, children Janice Graham, Judy Hubble and husband Jim, JoAnn Hann and John Hann; grandchildren Beth Baker, Amy Scown and husband Rex, Jon Hubble, Jeremy Hubble and Tawny Nash and husband Sean; great-grandchildren Emily Scown, Zachary Williams and Grace Nash and many dear relatives and friends.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Frank Wilson Funeral Home. Services will held Wednesday, November 22 at 1:00 p.m. at Frank Wilson Chapel. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be sent to Home Hospice. Special thanks goes to Home Hospice and Medical Center Hospital staffs for their loving care.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be forever in our hearts and missed every single day.
“HE will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or sadness. There will be no more crying and pain. Things are no longer the way they used to be.” Revelations 21
Phil Hayes
Odessa - Phil Hayes, 85, passed away November 19, 2006 in Big Spring, Texas at the Texas State Veterans Home. Born in Lexington, Mississippi on October 2, 1921, to Philip H. Hayes, Sr. and Dewetta Burkitt Hayes, he grew up in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He graduated from Tulsa Central High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1939. Phil then attended Oklahoma A&M (now known as Oklahoma State University) where he was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. Remembered for his humor, Phil always had a joke for anyone who would listen.
As a young boy, Phil dreamed of flying airplanes. He would fly with his cousin in a WWI training plane barnstorming and would dream of flying the plane by himself. Following after his dream he enlisted in the Air Corps in March 1942 and was assigned to pre-flight school in San Antonio, Texas. In July 1942, after completing pre-flight school, he was assigned to primary training in Yukon, Oklahoma. Out of a class of 165 cadets, he was the first to fly solo; a fete of which he was quite proud. Phil was then assigned to Lubbock, Texas for twin engine training. In December 1942, while in Lubbock, he won several spot landing competitions. He graduated on January 14, 1943, in class 43A and was headed to combat.
As a pilot, he registered more than 2,200 hour of flying time. Between 1944 and 1945, he flew 35 combat missions (265 hours) out of Rattlesden, England, with the 8th Air Force, 447th Bomb Group, 711 Bomb Squadron, His most memorable experience of WWII was surviving a mid-air collision at 27,500 feet with 2,000 gallons of gas, and 12,500-lb bombs on board! With two engines out and a broken wing, Phil was able to fly his B-17 over 200 miles to Eindhoven, Holland where he was able to put the “Big Bird” on the ground, all crewmembers safe and sound. Phil was a believing man. Before each take off, he would ask his Lord for the mental and physical capabilities to bring his nine-man crew back safely. Through the years, phil never lost his faith and continued to live a life full of the heavenly spirit.
Phil left the Air Force in 1947 as a Captain and became a reservist. Phil made life long friends with his crew and fellow pilots staying in touch with them through the years. He attended numerous reunions, including his 50th reunion at the old base in Rattlesden, England in June 1997. Phil took great pride in being a veteran who fought for the country he loved. It taught him what to appreciate and how to cherish life itself. While his military days were the most treasured, they were not overshadowed by the work he did in Odessa during his professional career. Phil worked in the insurance industry for more than 50 years. In 1968, he opened Hayes Insurance, where he continued to work with his wife Judy up until his death. During his decades in the insurance business, Phil received numerous awards including Group Millionaire’s Club and the Million Dollar Sales Club.
Phil shared himself with several community organizations. When Phil lived in Midland during the early 60’s he had the lead role in the Midland Community Theatre’s first musical “Crazy Girl”. He also shared his voice in church choirs across the country for over 70 years. He was an active member of the Odessa Downtown Rotary for 30 years, where he was the song leader for 12 years and also a member of the Odessa Chamber of Commerce. Phil also supported many community projects including the Permian Basin Rehab Center, Crystal Ball Foundation, UTPB, and the Salvation Army. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Odessa.
Phil was devoted to his family. He is proceeded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Judy, whom he adored and supported in all of her endeavors during their marriage of 30 years. He is also survived by his children, Tim Hayes of Odessa, Michelle Hayes of Odessa, Megan DiPesa and her husband David of The Woodland, TX, Phil Hayes, Jr. of Palo Alto, CA and Susan Edginton and her husband Chris of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Ashli Gehrmann of Auburn, Al, David Edginton and his wife Jennifer, their two children (Great Grandsons) Joey and Jake of Abu Dhabi, UAE, Carol Flack, and her two children (Great Granddaughters) Hannah and Lilly of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-laws Jane and Ted Benton, and Bill Murray all of Midland, plus numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial services for Phil will be held Tuesday, November 21st at 11:00 am at the First Christian Church in Odessa, with the Dr. David Mindel officiating. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to UTPB, 4901 East University, Odessa, TX 79762; The Salvation Army, 811 East 10th, Odessa, TX 79761; and Home Hospice of Big Spring, 11 E. 7th, Ste. A, Big Spring, TX 79720.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Edna Pearl Whitacre
Odessa - Edna Pearl Whitacre, age 78, went home to be with the Lord early Sunday morning, November 19, 2006. She was born October 14, 1928 in Seminole, Oklahoma. Edna was the seventh child out of thirteen born to William Forrest and Edith Idessa Hammon. She married
Authur Edwin Whitacre on September 11, 1957. She had been a life long resident of Odessa. In her earlier years she worked for MCH as a cook at night and later as a PBX operator.
She was preceded in death by her husband of thirty-seven years; a son, Don G. Lynn; a daughter, Glenda Ray Bickerstaff and six of her siblings.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Billie Lou and Larry Foster; son, Charley Whitacre; son and daughter-in-law, Chainey and Patty Whitacre, all of Odessa. One brother & his wife, Lloyd and Mary Hammon of Big Spring, TX; 5 sisters, Shirley Shults, Norma Denton and her husband James, all of Odessa. Erma Hammon of Longview Tx., Lanell Akin of Ashdown Ark., Toby Shaw of Carmel, Calif. Grand children, Bobby Ray Rogers of Baton Rouge La., Yolanda Watson of Texarkana Ark., Harmony Gagne of Alburn Me., Natlie and James Whitacre of Lubbock Tx., Chad Justin and Heather Marie Foster of Odessa, Tx. and 13 Great –grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 from 5-7 p.m.
Services are scheduled for Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Odessa Gospel Lighthouse (east loop 338) with Eddie Humphries and Johnny Touchtone officiating. Burial will follow at the Ector County cemetery.
The family wants to acknowledge special thanks and gratitude to her good friends and caregivers of Deerings Nursing home. She will be remembered most for her sense of humor, her singing and her love for the Lord.
Woody Phillips
And he shall die, Let him be
Cut out into stars, so all
The world will be in love with
The night and
pay no worship
To the garnish sun-
William Shakespeare
Woody Phillips of Pecos, TX passed away November 17, 2006 at Odessa Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, TX. Woody was born March 7, 1951 in Hugoton, KS to Hank and Pearl Phillips. While a young child Woody enjoyed hunting pheasant and farming with his granddad Phillips. In 1967 his parents moved him and sister Jana to Pecos, TX. He was a Pecos Eagle Football Player until graduating high school in 1969. In July of 1969 he joined the United States Marine Corps. He was then deployed to Vietnam. While serving in Vietnam he met lifelong friend and “brother” Robert Castaneda. On July 23, 1970 he was wounded while on patrol in a seven man long range reconnaissance team from Co.B. For his brave and heroic action he was awarded the Purple Heart, Presidential Citation and Silver Star. He was honorably discharged in February 1971. Even though he served the USMC just a short time; he remained a Marine for Life. “Simper FI” always Being his motto. February 27, 1976 he married
Debbie Jones in Ozona, TX. Together they made a home in Ozona while raising their two daughters. He became a member of Masonic Lodge #747. He had also served as past Master. They were members of the first Baptist Church. He loved playing on the softball team for the church. He was very active in the community by coaching little league. It was in Ozona he found his true calling, golf. He always managed to rearrange his schedule around the 1:30 Big Team T-Off at the Ozona Country Club. In 1995 he moved to San Antonio, TX while working for PG&E gas. He made many lifelong friends. In 2005 he came home to Pecos, TX to be closer to family and his beloved grandkids. Woody loved golf, fishing, Longhorn football and especially following his grandkids soccer, baseball and volleyball games. He had a wonderful sense of humor and could always be counted on to put a smile on your face. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by Debbie Bohls, two daughters, Jennifer Jones of Little Elm, TX and Courtney Halterman and husband Garron of Kermit, TX. One sister Jana Davis and husband Craig of Pecos, TX. Three granddaughters, affectionately known as “Papos Princesses” Cambry, Carlee and Carson Halterman of Kermit, TX. One grandson, “Papos Big Guy” Wade Halterman also of Kermit. One nephew Trent Davis and wife Shirhonda of Fort Davis, TX. Two nieces, Lori Mowery and husband Michael of Mertzon, TX ; and Megan Nowell and husband Jimmy of San Angelo, TX. Also by very special friends James and Sugar Aker of Pecos, TX. Pallbearers will be Robert Castaneda, Erby Chandler, Ronny Hargrove, Paul “Pablo”Prather, Jack Rowden and Tom Russell. Woody will be greatly missed by all those whose hearts he touched. Services are scheduled for Wed. 11/22/2006 at 2 PM, at Pecos Funeral Home Chapel. A visitation will be held Tues. from 5-8 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mt. Evergreen cemetery in Pecos.
All it takes is a word,
that says he understands,
All it takes is a touch from strong but gentle hands,
All it takes is his smile to make a heart feel glad,
All it takes is the thought of him, a very special dad.
And somehow,
as the days go by,
One fact kept growing clearer-
Passing years didn’t change your dad,
Except to make you dearer.
Jack Kelland Dorman
Kermit - Jack Kelland Dorman, 80, of Odessa, a retired elementary principal, died Monday, Feb. 19, 2007, in Odessa
Services will be at 10 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Kermit Memorial cemetery. Arrangements are by Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
He was born in Denison.
Survivors Sons, Jack Dorman Jr. and John Dorman, both of Austin; daughter, Janice Northcutt of Odessa; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Larry S. Gebhart
Houston - Larry S. Gebhart, 64, of Houston, died Friday, Feb. 16, 2007, in Houston.
Services will be at a later date. Arrangements were by All Faith Funeral Services of Houston.
He was born in Big Spring. He was Baptist.
Survivors Mother, Edith Gebhart of Odessa; and sister, Teri Murdock of Odessa.
Lenora Price
Monahans - Lenora Price, 82, of Sugarland, died Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2007, in Sugarland.
Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Pyote cemetery with Bill Campbell officiating. Arrangements are by Harkey Family Funeral Services.
She was born in Hargis, La. She was formerly of Pyote.
Survivors Daughter, Lea Ann Murphree of Sugarland; brothers, Bill Carr of Colonial Beach, Va., and Luke Carr of Montgomery, La.; sister, Gladys Cruse of Olla, La.; and three grandchildren.
Paul M. Smith
MOUNT WASHINGTON, KY - Paul M. Smith, 72, of Decatur, Ala., died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2007, in Nashville, Tenn.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Schmid Funeral Home. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Arrangements are by Schmid Funeral Home.
He was born in Lafayette, Ind. He was formerly of the Permian Basin. He retired from the U.S. Air Force.
SURVIVORS Wife, Jacqueline S.C. Smith; sons, Jim Smith and Bill Smith; daughters, Beth Smith and Brenda Folette; brothers, Leland Smith and Charles Smith; sister, Virginia S. Gordy; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Rena Edwards
ODESSA - Rena Edwards, 50, of Odessa, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, at the Hospice House.
Services are pending with Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
James Haigood
ANDREWS - James Haigood, 62, of Lubbock, died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, at a Lubbock nursing home.
Services are pending with McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.
Mona Avent Watkins
Midland - Mona Avent Watkins, 90, of Midland, died on Monday, February 19, 2007, in Midland, Texas.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 22, 2007, at the Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home Chapel, 3800 North Big Spring Street in Midland, with Rev. Curtis Brewer of Odessa officiating. Graveside services will be at 4:00 p.m. Thursday at Crane cemetery in Crane with Rev. Tommy Parker of Crane officiating.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Watkins, Justin Watkins, Douglas Williams, Tim Jetton, and Derek McFarland.
She was born on April 14, 1916, in Runnells County, Texas to Grover Cleveland Avent and Eva Lucinda Brister Avent. She attended school in Crews, Texas and graduated from Talpa High School. She married
Arnold Watkins on June 19, 1936, in Talpa, Texas. She moved to Crane in 1944 from Hobbs, New Mexico. She worked for many years for the Crane School District as a pastry cook. She served as an election clerk for Crane local elections. She moved to Odessa in 1998 and then to Midland in 2006.
She was a member of First Baptist Church in Crane. She was preceded in death by her husband: Arnold Watkins in 2006; her daughter: Ruedell Collins in 2005; brother: Eldon Avent; and 2 sisters: Vena Todd and Ozella Stacy.
Survivors include granddaughter, Cheryl Watkins and husband David of Midland; grandson, Jerry Collins and wife Donna of Mansfield; granddaughter, Ronda Williams and husband Doug of DeQueen, Arkansas; great-granddaughter, Michelle Jetton and husband Tim of Marfa; great-grandson, Jacob Watkins and wife Kimberly of Odessa; great-granddaughter, Stacy McFarland and husband Derek of Austin; great-grandson, Justin Watkins and wife Becky of Midland; and great-grandson, Douglas Williams of Russellville, Arkansas; great-great-grandchildren, Kain Oliver, Cougar Jetton, Garrett Watkins, Alli Watkins, and Avree McFarland; son in law, Earl C. Collins of Durant, Oklahoma; 2 sisters in law, Adelaide Nalley of Midlothian and Leona Watkins of Odessa.
Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church, c/o TV Ministry, 700 North Lee Avenue, Odessa, Texas 79761.
Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home of Midland.
