Midland Reporter-Telegram

Dolly Jean Calhoun, 82, of Midland, Texas died October 13, 2021 in Midland. She was born August 12, 1939 in Eastland, Texas to Bertha Mae and C V Williamson. Dolly graduated from Midland High School in 1957. She married Carl Rayford Calhoun on October 19, 1957 at Greenwood Baptist Church in Midland County. Always involved with her three daughters' activities, she served as a leader in PTA, Camp Fire Girls, and 4-H. She was honored with a lifetime PTA membership and awarded "Outstanding 4-H Leader" by Texas 4-H. When grandchildren came along, she attended and supported their activities. Dolly worked as a mortgage loan officer at several area lending institutions and was active and served in...

Martha "Sue" Reed passed away Tuesday, October 12, 2021 in Midland. She was born October 29, 1946 to Jewel "Elvan" and Eudoxia "Dot" Reed in Jacksonville, Texas. Martha grew up in Odessa, TX and attended local schools and graduated from Odessa High School. Martha worked as a bookkeeper with Canopy and Honda Kawasaki in Midland, TX for many years. She will always be remembered as a caring, supportive, and a devoted sister and aunt by her brother, nieces, and nephews. She is survived by her brother, Andrew Reed and his wife Jan of Midland, TX; her niece Marianne Gilles and her husband Danny of Spring, TX and Great nephews Reed and Ryder; and her nephews Andrew R. Reed and his wife Michelle...

"Larry B Simmers, 84, formerly of Midland, now McKinney, Texas passed away on Sunday October 10, 2021. Larry was born in Pomona, California on November 28, 1936 to the late Augustus Hopson and Bernie Ola Simmers. He graduated from Pomona high school and continued on to receive his masters degree in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering from California Polytechnic State University. He and his wife Jacki were married June 16, 1962 and were married for 50 years. He moved from California to Midland in 1977 and worked as an engineer for Sergeant Industries and then later Highland Pump Company until he retired. He loved taking an old car, rebuilding it, then entering it in car shows. He also...

Josie Rosalie Warden passed from this life on Friday, October 8, 2021 in Odessa, Texas. She was born Thursday, February 2, 1961 in Midland Texas to Rosie and Elvis Turner. Josie was an amazing cook, a wonderful mom and grandma. She was very loved by the entire family. She was a warm hearted and kind woman that would help anyone, unless you made her mad, then watch out for the shoe. Josie was a MAJOR Dallas Cowboys fan. She enjoyed fishing and camping. She will be missed, but we know she went home to be with the love of her life. Those left to cherish her memory are Michelle and Felix Pando, Misty Russell, Jerry Russell, Joshua and Shea Warden, and Melissa Warden; sisters: Violet and Roy...

Josie Rosalie Warden passed from this life on Friday, October 8, 2021 in Odessa Texas. She was born Thursday, February 2, 1961 in Midland Texas to Rosie and Elvis Turner. Josie was an amazing cook, a wonderful mom and grandma. She was very loved by the entire family. She was a warm hearted and kind woman that would help anyone, unless you made her mad, then watch out for the shoe. Josie was a MAJOR Dallas Cowboys fan. She enjoyed fishing and camping. Those left to cherish her memory are; Michelle Pando and Felix, Misty Russell, Jerry Russell, Joshua and Shea Warden, and Melissa Warden, sisters; Violet Brooks and Roy, Sandra Patton and Nick, Cathy Dyke and Dale, Diana Terrier and Paul,...

Lena Joan Fletcher, age 87, passed away peacefully the morning of October 7, 2021 in Midland, Texas. Joan was born January 16, 1934 in Walters Oklahoma, where she met the love of her life, Kenneth Fletcher. They were married March 1, 1947. Together they built their life and raised their family in Odessa, Texas. They were blessed with three children: Kenneth Wayne Fletcher, Patricia Ann Fletcher and Emily Kay Little. She has one Son-In-Law (James Cary Little), 9 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great grandchildren that adore her. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Kenneth Fletcher, her parents, 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Funeral Services will be Monday,...

Tommie Wayne Floyd II went home to be with his heavenly father on October 4, 2021. Tommie was born on January 21, 1947 to Tommie and Anne Floyd in Sweetwater, Texas, where he resided until he joined the United States Army in 1966. After leaving the army in 1968, Tommie made his home in Midland, Texas. Prior to moving to Midland, Tommie was the first African American to be employed at Lone Star Cement as an engineer. He also worked as a mailman for the United States Postal Services. Tommie's hobbies included playing chess, shooting pool, and he loved fishing. Tommie is survived by his five children. Anthony Crawford of Midland; Clay (Amy) Floyd of Dallas; Gwendolyn (Terry) McGhee of...

Shelby Lynn Crawford, 71, of Midland, TX, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 1st, 2021. Shelby was born April 28, 1950, in Hayward, California to Charles Edward Dempsey and Berla Belle Weber. She married Robert Joseph Crawford on April 22, 1972, and they had 2 sons. Shelby spent many years working for Loretta's answering service. She loved to do crafts and spent many hours cross-stitching and painting ceramics. Shelby also loved the Lord and spent hours reading and studying God's word. Shelby loved cooking and baking for her family. Her favorite thing was to be in the kitchen with her grandchildren showing them recipes or baking cookies. Shelby was a great Nene to her...

Mike L. "Hunny" Hernandez, Jr., 64, of Midland, was received into Heaven on September 24, 2021. Mike was born in Midland on November 16, 1956, to Miguel Sr. and Lila Hernandez. He was raised and educated in Midland and was a graduate of Robert E. Lee High School. Mike worked for multiple companies in the Petroleum Industry including the Wood Group, Universal Compression, and spent 20 years at Baker Hughes Centralift. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish and Shrine where he served as Eucharistic Minister for many years. He was a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, and loved watching his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews play sports. Mike was preceded in death by his parents;...

Kay Gwen Posey, 82, went to her Heavenly Savior Sunday, September 19, 2021. Kay was born and raised in Roscoe, TX. She married the love of her life, Robert E. Posey, in May of 1956. Kay and Robert started their own company, Posey Pipe and Equipment Inc., in 1979 until their retirement in 1998. Kay is preceded in death by her husband Robert; father Jack L. Fitts of Houston; mother Dorothy L. Sowell of Midland and brothers Jack and Kenneth Fitts. She is survived her two sons Lance Posey and wife Pam, and Dale Posey; daughter Melissa Lopez; extended family members Linda Posey Giles of Stephenville, Debbie Giles Dillingham and husband JD of Austin, and Kent Giles of Stephenville. She was an...

Andrew C. Elliott, Jr. passed away peacefully in his home on September 17, 2021. A memorial service in his honor will be held on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church at 7127 Bee Cave Road, Austin, Texas. The church asks that all attendees please wear a mask to comply with COVID-19 protocols. Andy, affectionately known as ACE, was born to Andrew C. Elliott, Sr. and Virginia Manahan Elliott in Meridian, Mississippi, on December 7, 1940. A year later, his father was called to duty to defend his country, and Andy Jr. and Virginia spent time in Dallas and Houston for the duration of the Second World War. When Andy Sr., a petroleum geologist, returned...

David Ray Fullen Sr., 82, of Eastland, TX, passed away on September 17, 2021, in Eastland. David was born in Whiteface, TX to W. B. and Nellie Fullen on April 20, 1939. He married Edna Fullen on July 21, 1960, at Fairview Baptist Church in Levelland, TX. David loved fishing, hunting and being outdoors with his kids and grandkids. He served in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1961 and was a E2 Machinist Mate. Upon his discharge he went back home to Levelland. After moving his family from Levelland in 1965, he went to work for Sunshine Iron Works in Odessa. In 1977, David started Fullco General with his sons. Starting in 2005, he devoted his time to ranching and traveling with Edna and...

Charles Sprayberry, 80, of Midland, Texas passed from this life Wednesday, September 15, 2021 in Midland, Texas. He was born to LeRoy and Amanda Sprayberry on January 9, 1941 in Gorman, Texas. Charles was an avid hunter and outdoorsman throughout his lifetime. He had many business adventures in his life and even owned a Kirby dealership in Montana and Indiana, he was a true entrepreneur. In 1973, he moved to Midland, Texas and was the Justice of the Peace for Midland County from 1980 to 1986. Charles did volunteer work for Miracle Network and the Midland Community Theater, often having a part in the play. When Charles was not busy working hard or volunteering, he was a man of God, being a...

Billy Ferrell Winkler, 93, of Odessa, Texas passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, in Odessa. He was a loving wonderful son, brother, husband, dad, uncle, grandpa, and great grandpa. Billy retired from Haliburton after 33 years. He also worked as a crossing guard for the Ector County School District (a job he dearly loved). Billy loved holding all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved playing dominos with his brothers when they would get together. In his later years, he enjoyed beating his children at dominos. One of his favorite things to do was eat breakfast at Mama's Kitchen nearly every morning. He enjoyed all the people there and how they took care of him. ...

Wendell Mayes, Jr. lived a long, productive and influential life as a radio and cable television executive, an advocate for higher education, a leader with diabetes organizations and as a respected and loved role model for his family. He passed away at 97 on September 12, 2021 in Austin, Texas. Wendell was born in San Antonio on Texas Independence Day, March 2, 1924, to Wendell and Dorothy Mayes. He spent his early years in Brownwood, Texas and left to attend Schreiner Institute in Kerrville where he was later honored as a Distinguished Alumnus. Wendell served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as an aviation radar technician aboard the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown in the Pacific....

John Thomas Burroughs, 66, died peacefully on September 11, 2021 at his home in Brownwood, TX. The memorial service will be Saturday, September 25th, 1pm at Heartland Church of Brownwood. Donations may be made to Heartland Church in lieu of flowers. John was born on March 23, 1955 in Houston, TX, to Lee Roy and Lucille Burroughs. He was a son, brother, uncle, Levelland Lobo, a football player, pump jack expert, husband, dad, grandfather, boater, biker, and lifetime friend. John is survived by his wife of 36 years, Sherry, daughter Brandy Beard of Odessa, and two granddaughters, Madison Beard and Jessica Beard, both of Brownwood, nephew Barrett Biandis of Mississippi. He is preceded in death...

Keith Ray Jobe, 73, passed away on September 9, 2021. Keith was born in Midland, TX. to Lloyd Ray Jobe and Mabel Irene Leighton Jobe on June 14, 1948. He was a member of the graduating Class of 1966 from Midland High School, and went on to attain a Criminal Justice degree, a PhD in Christian Counseling, and a Doctorate in Theology & Divinity. He was an Officer for both the City of Midland and Midland County Sheriff's Department and was elected Justice of the Peace for Midland County. Keith was a member of the Lions Club and served as president of the club. He proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. Keith was awarded the National...

Benny Dean Rehders, age 74, of Odessa, TX, died on Sunday, September 5, 2021, in Athens, TX. Benny was born on August 9, 1947 to Malcolm Dean Rehders and Jane Wininger Rehders in Odessa, TX. He was raised in Odessa, but spent some time in Farmington, NM before his father's death. He worked for Sameden Oil from 1980 until they were purchased by XTO in 2002. He retired in December 2019. Benny loved and appreciated the outdoors. He was extremely competitive and to no one's surprise was an avid sportsman his whole life. In his younger years he raced cars and motorcycles in Penwell, TX. One of his best friends introduced him to archery, where he perfected his skills and enjoyed hunting and...

Marjory Jane Jennings, 96, of Denver, CO, formerly of Odessa, TX, died peacefully in her sleep on September 5, 2021, at Bellview Suites at DTC Assisted Living. Born December 8, 1924, in Ft Wayne, IN, she was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lois Cutting of Tulsa, OK, her late husband of 35 years, Willie Jennings and her daughter Rosemary Lynn of Odessa, TX. Survivors include her daughter M Gayle (John) Kleinschmidt and granddaughter Lacy Kleinschmidt of Denver. She was a music teacher at John Ireland Elementary for 21 years and an adjunct member of the Odessa College music faculty. She served as the principal flutist of the Midland-Odessa Symphony & Choral for over 25...

Wanda Jean Thomas Lomax, 84, of Odessa, Texas went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 4, 2021. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. Visitation will be Saturday, September 11, 2021, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., at Parkview Church of Christ, 1700 Park Boulevard, Odessa, Texas. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Parkview Church of Christ with Denny Wilson and Reverend Dr. Jimmy Braswell officiating. Wanda was born in Ranger, Texas on September 27, 1936, to Ethel Keck Thomas and Leroy Thomas. She attended high school in Midland, Texas and graduated from Nooksack Valley High in Washington State. Shortly after she made her way...

James Coley Cowden passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at his home in Austin. Coley was a cherished husband, son, father and grandfather. Born on September 11, 1942 in Midland, Texas to Allen and Olive Vick Cowden, he was the grandson of a pioneer Midland ranching family. Coley loved the state of Texas, ranching, and raising cattle and horses. Coley had an avid love for Midland and all the roots his family established as he continued in the family business of ranching, banking and oil. Coley had a direct manner, an acerbic wit and a forthright demeanor. Coley's love for The Lord was evidenced by his life endeavors. He was a well respected Bible study teacher with a passionate...