COMANCHE FUNERAL HOME

John Allen Poynor, age 88, entered his eternal home in heaven on May 14, 2024. He was born March 30, 1936, in a Continental Oil Camp to Carnis and Virginia Poynor. He was united in marriage to Zulean Fisher on June 30, 1956, at Sweetwater Baptist Church, Comanche. They moved to Ozona, Texas and started their family. In 1961, he then moved his family to Big Lake, Texas where he went into business with his father at C.H. Poynor Construction Co. He was ordained as a deacon at Bethel Baptist Church in Big Lake. He was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, enjoyed golfing when he had the time, and he and his family made some lifelong friends in Big Lake. In 1977, John and his wife were blessed...

Donnie Roy Bingham, 84, passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024. Donnie was born January 29, 1940, in Gorman, Tx. to Berry Roland and Martha Brumsey. On Sept. 04, 1959, he was united in marriage to the love of his life Judy Carol Graham in Comanche, Tx. Donnie was a member of Taylor's Chapel where he would often sing in the choir. He won many awards at Sprint as a supervisor of the line crew. He would take care of his cows as well as helping his brothers with their cows and peanuts. He was a well-liked man and could always count on him when family and friends needed him the most. He and his wife traveled across some states in campers, like a caravan. Donnie would retire early in life to...

On February 13, 2024, at 2:00pm, heaven gained Doris LaNelle Mazurek. She was born to Geneva and Cliff Milam on May 17, 1940. She lived most of her younger life in Early, Texas where she grew up and graduated from Early High School. She married Walter (Tooter) Mazurek on June 7, 1958. They were married for 52 years. They had two daughters, Linda Mazurek McMillan and her husband George and Laurie Mazurek Williams, and her husband Lynn. Doris was blessed with two grandchildren, Kelci Dowell and husband Trae, Kobi Works and wife Tiffany, two step-grandsons, Craig McMillan and wife Casey, and TJ McMillan. She had five great-grandchildren that were her pride and joy- Braxton Works, Landon...

Richmond aka Batman Andrews was called home on July 17th. He was born on July 23, 1960. Richmond was a loving and kind man. He was so funny. He was definitely the ice breaker in any situation. Richmond loved his children more than anything. He loved the Texas Longhorns, and he was a lifelong Comanche Indian fan. He was definitely an outdoorsman. He loved to fish. Richmond was a man who loved our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Richmond touched everyone he came into contact within his life. He was a blessing. He lived life on his terms. Richmond is survived by his 2 daughters Felicia Andrews, Tammy Andrews, and 1 son Richard Andrews. He has several grandkids. Aspen Crouch, Justice Terril,...

Ellis Truman Hazelrigg, age 88, died May 31, 2023, at CARE Nursing and Rehabilitation in Brownwood, Texas. He was born September 7, 1934, in Pike County, Illinois to Marvin Ross Hazelrigg and Emma Marie Baker Hazelrigg. He attended West Pike High School where he excelled in basketball, baseball, and track. Afterwards, he attended Gem City Business College in Quincy, Illinois. There he met Sarah Jean Bailey and they married in 1956. He was drafted into the Army in 1957 and moved to Fort Chaffee, Arkansas where he served honorably for 2 years. In 1959, he was hired by the MoorMan Manufacturing Company in Quincy, Illinois. Four years later, the Hazelrigg family relocated to Comanche so Truman...

Ray Lynn Trosper of Sidney, Texas, passed away in Medical City Hospital in Weatherford, Texas, on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Ray was born in Perryton, Texas, on March 22, 1948, to Corwin and Merril Trindle Trosper. He grew up on the family ranch in Higgins. He graduated from Higgins High School and played baseball and basketball there. He was active in 4-H and showed lambs in the major Texas livestock shows. While a student at Clarendon College in Clarendon, Texas, he met Rita Reed of Sidney, Texas. They were married on August 12, 1967. Together, they had three daughters and one son. Ray received his Bachelor of Arts in Teaching from Sam Houston State University in 1971 and his Master...

Angus L. Edwards, 81, of Comanche, TX passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 16, 2023 in Ft. Worth TX. Angus was born to John L. and Druscilla Edwards on April 3, 1941 in Brownwood, Tx. He graduated from Early High School in 1959. Angus met Nancy Roberts, who he proudly claimed as the love of his life, in 1960 and wed June 3, 1961. In 1963, Angus was called to serve in the United States Army. He was stationed at Fort Richardson, Alaska. During his service he was included in the beginning of computer programming and technological operations which helped further his career once he was discharged from the Army. They welcomed Mackey Dwayne in 1965 followed by Jeffrey Lynn in 1968. He then...

Kenneth Bibb, 95, passed away peacefully in DeLeon, Texas on February 21, 2023. Kenneth was born on October 16, 1927, to the late Evelyn Parott Bibb and Murray Edward Bibb in Woodson, Texas. Kenneth attended Woodson High School in Woodson, Texas. He was a long time resident of Rising Star, Texas. Kenneth was also a member of the Rising Star Church of Christ. He met the love of his life, Edith Agnew in Throckmorton, Texas. They were married on February 10, 1952. They moved to Happy, Texas about 1957 and later moved to Rising Star in 1961 where they raised their four children. Kenneth is survived by his four children, Tommy Bibb and Vickie, Steve Bibb and Donna, Marilyn Isom and James,...

Kenneth Bibb, 95, passed away peacefully in DeLeon, Texas on February 21, 2023. Kenneth was born on October 16, 1927, to the late Evelyn Parott Bibb and Murray Edward Bibb in Woodson, Texas. Kenneth attended Woodson High School in Woodson, Texas. He was a long time resident of Rising Star, Texas. Kenneth was also a member of the Rising Star Church of Christ. He met the love of his life, Edith Agnew in Throckmorton, Texas. They were married on February 10, 1952. They moved to Happy, Texas about 1957 and later moved to Rising Star in 1961 where they raised their four children. Kenneth is survived by his four children, Tommy Bibb and Vickie, Steve Bibb and Donna, Marilyn Isom and James,...

Kenneth Bibb, 95, passed away peacefully in DeLeon, Texas on February 21, 2023. Kenneth was born on October 16, 1927, to the late Evelyn Parott Bibb and Murray Edward Bibb in Woodson, Texas. Kenneth attended Woodson High School in Woodson, Texas. He was a long time resident of Rising Star, Texas. Kenneth was also a member of the Rising Star Church of Christ. He met the love of his life, Edith Agnew in Throckmorton, Texas. They were married on February 10, 1952. They moved to Happy, Texas about 1957 and later moved to Rising Star in 1961 where they raised their four children. Kenneth is survived by his four children, Tommy Bibb and Vickie, Steve Bibb and Donna, Marilyn Isom and James,...

Michael Wayne "Mike" Stepken passed from his earthly life February 11, 2023, at Hendrick North Abilene with loved ones by his side. Mike was born in Dallas, Texas April 16, 1949, to Albert H "Buster" Stepken and May Belle "Turner" Stepken. Mike grew up in Denton, Texas and graduated high school there He attended college briefly prior to joining the Army during the Vietnam War error. Mike was a Spc 4 and helicopter crew chief. Mike married Sandra "Sandy" Craig, November 29, 1997, and they enjoyed 25 years of love and friendships. Mike worked in the sales industry including oilfield leasing, Resistol hats, the boat and automotive industry. He retired from an automotive finance career in...

Cheryl (Covensky) Wilbur, 67, of Monahans, TX, passed away peacefully in Comanche, TX, on June 3, 2022. Her family will gather privately at a later date to celebrate her life. Cheryl was born on April 20, 1955 in Manchester, Connecticut. She was the daughter of Lucille Marie (O'Brien) and John Edward Covensky. Cheryl enjoyed quilting, arts and crafts of any kind, and participating in volunteer work in Monahans. Survivors include her mother, Lucille Covensky; daughter, Christina Colwell; son, Robert Wilbur; brothers, James Covensky and Mark Covensky; sister, Gayle Wocoski; as well as several grandchildren and nieces. She was preceded in death by her father, John Edward Covensky.

David Michael Thomas passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in Kingwood, Texas. George Dallas Thomas, Jr. and Peggy Marie (Blue), both deceased, were proud parents of David Michael Thomas who was born on August 16, 1943. At age 10 years old, David felt the call of God's love and guidance leading to his acceptance of Christ as his Savior followed by baptism The values that were instilled while growing up, helped David to work hard and do the best he could. He joined the workforce at age 14 and worked his way through college. On July 6, 1963, David Michael Thomas married Uvonna Ann Searcy at Calvary Baptist Church in Odessa, Texas. David received a Bachelor of Science degree in...

Harold May, age 85, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022, in Comanche, Texas. Harold was born on August 22, 1936, to Preston and Fay (Berna) May. On May 27, 1955, he was united in marriage to Charlene Matthews. She preceded him in death on March 28, 2014. Harold moved to Odessa in 1955 and went to work for Pioneer Natural Gas. After 14 years, he went into work for himself as a metal building contractor where he built large and small buildings all over the state of Texas and Oklahoma. Being the strong Christian man he was, Harold donated his time and resources to numerous churches in west and central Texas. He is survived by his three daughters, Sherry Sims and husband, Terry, of...

Linda Sue Easley, age 75, of Odessa, TX and Sunnyvale, TX, passed from this life into eternity on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale. Born February 26, 1946, in McCamey, TX to Ava Lou (Schane) Smith, Linda graduated from McCamey High School in 1964. She gave her life to Jesus Christ at First Baptist Church in McCamey. Linda and the love of her life, Jimmie Easley, eloped on December 31, 1964. She and Jim loved telling the story of how Jim first asked her out on a date when she was a waitress at the Texas Caf?, and they ran off to New Mexico to get married. Jim always said he married the prettiest girl in town. Under this blessed union was...

Robert Charles McMurrin Jr. "Bobby" age fifty of Comanche, Texas passed from this life to his Heavenly Home on Monday August 9, 2021 in Comanche. Funeral Services will be held at 411 W. Grand Street at the Comanche Funeral Home Chapel on Monday August 23rd at 1:00 P.M. with Brother Van Christian, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Comanche officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Comanche. Visitation will be held on Sunday August 22nd at Comanche Funeral Home Chapel from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Bobby was born in Odessa, Texas to Robert "Bob" and Twana McMurrain on February 26, 1971. After moving to Kermit, TX in 1971 from Odessa, Bobby accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior in...

Wayne D. Gilliam Sr. "Curley", age 92, left this world and went to his heavenly home on Monday, January 13, 2020, in Odessa, Texas. He was born on July 26, 1927, in Comanche County, Texas, to Wayne and Alice (Barrick) Gilliam. He graduated from Sidney High School in 1944, joined the United States Navy shortly after and served on the USS Ranger. He married Mary Lois Evans on June 22, 1948, and they had four children. He was a devoted husband loving father. Curley was a machinist by trade and was dedicated to his work. He took his 'farmboy' common sense to build tools needed to fix problems in the oil field. He worked for a number of machine shops in the Odessa area until he opened...