Alma Irene Teer, 84, of Andrews passed away Monday December 31, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Thursday at Means Memorial United Methodist Church in Andrews. Rev. Rick Doyle will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Mrs. Teer was born January 20, 1923 in Ft. Worth, Texas. She married Harold Sidney Roberts March 13, 1948, He preceded her in death in April, 1964.
She married Walter Whit Teer December 25, 1971, he preceded her in death in November of 2005.

She was a manager for Sears, and she and Mr. Teer lived in Odessa from 1971 until they moved to Andrews in 1999. She loved playing games and working puzzles and cross word puzzles. She enjoyed watching games shoes on television.
She loved to help and care for people when they were in a time of need.

She is survived by; Daughters - Sidney Sue Roberts Gaston and husband Gary of Andrews; Susan Omohundro of Lubbock; and Charlotte Egerton and husband Tom of Mckay, Idaho; Two Sons - George Teer and wife Liz of Flower Mound, Texas; David Teer and wife Sharon of Athol, Idaho; one brother - Thomas Harp Little of Dallas, Texas; 3 grandchildren - Rob Garon Gaston of Midland, Whitney Gale Benton of Abilene and Westbrook Teer of Dallas; Three Great Grandchildren - Garon Gaston Kate Gaston and Selah Benton.

The Family ask that memorial gifts be made to the American Cancer Society or Home Hospice.

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Services for Jaunita Price Gerald 76 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle, pastor and Rev. Bryan Johnson, chaplain of Home Hospice. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Jaunita passed away Saturday evening, December 29, 2007, at the Permian Regional Care Center. She was born in Andrews on May 14, 1931. Jaunita married Charles Gerald, Sr. on September 25, 1949 in Lovington, New Mexico. Jaunita worked as a telephone operator for Andrews Telephone Company which became GTE Telephone, from 1946 to 1993. She was a member of Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

Survivors include, husband; Charles Gerald, Sr., Andrews, daughter; Reba Stilwell, Andrews, sons; Kerby Gerald, Andrews and Kelly Gerald, Miami, Flordia, brothers; Reeder Price and Bob Price both of Andrews, sisters; Jean Fowler, San Antonio, Texas and Joan Zaremski, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

A daughter, Nita Dower preceded Jaunita in death on September 26, 1996.

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Louis W. "Chief" Long, 79, of Andrews, passed away Friday December 21, 2007 at Regency Hospital in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday at Andrews Church of Christ. Mark Wilson, Minister, of Christoval, Texas will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Chief was born January 12, 1928 in Bristo, Oklahoma. He was a member of the Yuchi Indian Tribe and was one of only five that still spoke the tribes language, and one of only about fifteen pure blood Yuchi members.
He served in the US Air Force from 1948 -1952. He married Patricia Ann Wann December 16, 1950 in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Chief played softball while he was in the Air Force and was recruited by Pan-American Oil Company to play for their Simi-pro softball team in Andrews in 1952. He has lived in Andrews ever since.
Chief was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years. He was a member of the Andrews Church of Christ. And he was an avid fan of the Oklahoma Sooners.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pat in 2004, and one son, Robby Long in 2002.

He is survived by: One son - Roddy and his wife Susan of Andrews; Five Grandchildren - Cody Long of Amarillo, Tanner and wife Kori Long of Pampa Chase Long of San Angelo; Addison and McKenzie Long both of Andrews; Two Great-Grandchildren - Bryson and Tatem Long of Pampa; and a very special friend, Shirley Morrow of Abilene.

The family ask that any Memorial gifts be made to:
Andrews County Veterans Memorial.
700 W. Broadway
Andrews, Texas 79714

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Services for Wendell R. Ellett, 54 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Monday, December 17, 2007 at McKinney Acres Baptist Church with pastor James Beard officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Wendell passed away Friday, December 14, 2007 in Odessa. He was born on November 20, 1953 in Andrews. Wendell worked in the oil field for several years before retirement. He was a member of McKinney Acres Baptist Church. Family visitation at the funeral home will be Sunday, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. .

Survivors include, mother; Roxie Adair, Andrews and a brother; Byrne Keith Robinson, Andrews.

He was prededed in death by a brother Joel Newton Robinson.

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Services for Wayne E. Farmer, 68 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, December 15, 2007 in the Andrews Central Auditorium at N.W. Ave D and N.W. 3rd Street. Officiating will be Dr. H.A. Hanks and Ron Farmer. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Wayne passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2007 in Andrews. He was born on August 31, 1939 in Corsicana, Texas. Wayne married Rosemary Giles on September 10, 1957 at Corsicana, Texas. They moved to Andrews from Corsicana in 1957. Wayne worked for the sheriff's department in Andrews from 1966 to 1980, he was elected sheriff in 1980, he retired in 2000. Wayne served as president of the Sheriff's Association of Texas in 1998-1999. He was very active in the Salvation Army and the First Baptist Church. Rosemary preceded him in death on November 15, 2005.

Survivors include, daughter; Kay and husband Matt Andrews, Brady, Texas, son; Ron Farmer and wife Tina, Andrews, Texas, six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Wayne was preceded in death by a sister, Lola Beth Bower.

The family request donations be made to: Scholarship Fund,% National Bank of Andrews, Box 629, Andrews, TX 79714.

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Alfredo Lujan 82 of Andrews, passed away in Medical Center Hospsital in Odessa, Tuesday, December 11, 2007.

Services are pending.

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Merrett "Andy" Andrews, 81, of Andrews passed away Friday December 7, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Monday December 10, 2007 at Means Memorial United Methodist Church in Andrews. Pastor Rick Doyle will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Andy was born March 7, 1926 in Hyman, Texas.
He served in the 10th Mountain Division of the US Army durring World War II. Andy was awarded the Bronze Star for his service.

Andy married Dorothy Terrell April 26, 1949 in Monahans, Texas. They moved to the Andrews area in 1949, they lived in oil camps and have been residents of Andrews ever since. Andy work for Phillips Petrolium as a mechanic and field operator for 38 years. He loved to play with his gradchildren.

Andy was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Myrtel Andrews and a son, Michael Andrews.

He is survived by his wife; Dorothy Andrews of Andrews, two sons; Matt Andrews and his wife Kay of Brady, Mark Andrews and his wife Sara of Lima, NY, one brother; Fred Andrews of Lubbock, two sisters; Mary Robison of College Station, Texas, Ruth Walker of Abilene, and Lorane Jackson of Hico, Texas, five grandchildren; Blake, Lance and Kyle all of Brady, Alyssa and Christopher of Midland.

The family ask that Memorial gifts be made to:Home Hospice of Andrews
803 N. Main St.,Andrews, Texas 79714

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Glenn "Sonny" Dyer, 73, of Austin (formerly of Andrews) passed away Friday December 7, 2007 in Austin.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Sunday at Andrews North Cemetery. Rev. Kevin Covington will officiate. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Sonny was born July 10, 1934 in Orth, Texas. He lived in Andrews for over 50 years. he worked for Northen Natural Gas/ Enron for 35 years.

He served in the US Navy in the South Pacific 1956-1958.

He is survived by one daughter; Kristen Dyer of Hobbs, NM, one brother; Ronald Dyer of Lawton, OK, one sister; Janie L. Lee of Austin and two grandchildren; Seth Martin and Meagan Martin.

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Services for Lettie Winona Moxley 86 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, December 8, 2007 at Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle pastor of Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Lettie passed away in Andrews Tuesday, December 4, 2007. She was born on March 7, 1921 in Walton, Texas. She married J.W. "Jay" Moxley on July 12, 1947 in Anson, Texas. Jay preceded Lettie in death on June 22, 2007.
Lettie was a homemaker and a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church..

Survivors include, daughters; Cathy Ann and husband Lloyd Omenson, Sugar Land, Texas, Judy and husband Allan Heronema, Andrews, Texas and four grandchildren; Amanda and husband Phillip Jones, Christie Heronema, Audreey Omenson and Lana Omenson.

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Services for Bradley Stover, 32 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at Northcrest Baptist Church with pastor Rev. Harvey Enrique officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Bradley passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2007 in Martin County.Bradley was born on May 22, 1975 in Andrews,Texas. He married Shannon Warren on June 22, 2002 in Andrews. Bradley was a mechanic for a local truck repair service.

Survivors include, wife; Shannon, Andrews, son; Jason Stover, Andrews, daughters; Alley Stover, Valerie Stover, Racheal Stover and Jaityn Stover all of Andrews. parents; Ron and Sandy Stover, Andrews, sister; Lindsey Stover, Odessa, grandparents; Joy Jackson, Andrews and Azlee Neinast, Andrews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Dean Neinast on November 2, 1985, a brother Jason Dean Neinast, November 7, 1986, grandparents, Charles and Johna Brock and Alfred Neinast.

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Gilbert White 72, of Odessa passed away Wednesday November 28, 2007 at Deerings Nursing Home in Odessa.

Family services will be held at a later date.

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Services for Jessie Nichols, 82 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Graveside Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at the Gaines County South Cemetery in Seminole, Texas. Officiating will be Rev. Kevin Covington. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Jessie passed away in Bryan, Texas on Friday, November 23, 2007. She was born on March 12, 1925 in Aspermont, Texas. She married Cecil Calvin Nichols, he preceded her in death. Jessie was a retired owner of a restaurant.

Survivors include, daughter; Lyda Rebecca Letcher, Hearne, Texas, son; C.C. "Buck" Nichols, Jr., Abilene, Texas, four grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

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Julian Levario Pando, 72, of Andrews passed away Friday November 23, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday November 27, 2007 at Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Rev. Phil Marrowquin of Andrews will officiate.

Mr. Pando was born January 28, 1935 in Barranco Azul, Chihuahua, Mexico. He lived in Presidio, Texas for many years befor moving to Andrews. He was a farm worker and laborer. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing in church.

He is survived by: Four Brothers - Aurelio Pando of San Angelo, Eulogio Pando of Midland, Moises Pando of Andrews and Emilio Pando of California, Two sisters - Andrea Guardiola of Adrian, Texas and Eunice Brassfield of Plot City, MO.

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Charleen Bryan 70, of Andrews passed away at her residence Tuesday, November 20, 2007. She was born on June 13, 1937 at Ft. Worth, Texas. Charleen was a nurse before retirement.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Survivors include two daughters; Theresa Giles, Andrews and Becky Giles, Davis, Oklahoma, three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Marion Jones, 68, of Gardendale, passed away Tuesday November 13, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Friday at McNett Funeral home Chapel in Andrews. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

The family will receive friends at 7:00 PM Thursday at McNett Funeral Home.

Marion was born October 10, 1939 in Non, Oklahoma, he moved to Gardendale from greenwood in 1991. He married Debbie Anderson March 5, 1993 in Odessa.
Marion was an avid Trap shooter and competed in numerous events, and won several State and National Titles. He and Debbie also competed in Drag Racing all over West Texas and New Mexico, and competed in the Buick Mini Nationals in Texas and the Buick National in Bolling Green, KY. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and the Texas Trap Shooting Association.

He is survived by; his wife Debbie Jones of Gardendale, two daughters - Tasha-ni Jones of Greenwood, Tonya Tipton of Albuquerque, NM; two sons - Todd Jones, and Jason Franklin of Odessa; one brother - Lynn Jones of Odessa, and one sister - Patricia Curtis of Denver City, TX, and six grandchildren.

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Services for Ethel Frances Collinsworth 90, of San Angelo, formerly of Andrews, will be graveside 2:00 PM Saturday, November 17, 2007 in the Andrews West Cemetery. Officiating will be Delmer Thompson. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Ethel passed away in San Angelo, Texas, Tuesday November 13, 2007. She was born on July 7, 1917 in Myrtle Springs, Texas. She married the late J.D. Collinsworth on September 26, 1934 in Albany, Texas. They moved to Andrews in 1948 from Moran, Texas. Ethel was a clerk in the grocery business several years before retirement. Ethel was a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

Survivors include, daughter Sondra and husband Wes Davis, San Angelo, Texas, five grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Ethel was preceded in death by her husband J.D., a son Jay Larry Collinsworth and a great grandaughter Kristen Corbin.

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Ruben C. Howard, 75, of Andrews passed away Sunday November 11, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews.
Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, at Douglas Cemetery at Douglas, Texas. Steve Tomlin of Dallas will officiate both services.

Ruben was born May 11, 1932 in Childress, Texas. He served in the US Army during the Korean war.
He married his wife Allie Belle(Ann) August 7, 1955 in Tatum, NM.
She preceded him in death in 2004.
He moved to Andrews in 2004. He loved to fish and was an avid gun collector.

He is survived by: Three daughters - Lenora Hilliard of Lufkin, Charlotte Way of Andrews, and Vickie Staley of Taylorsville, Mississippi, two sons - Michael Howard of Lumberton, and Ricky Howard of Lufkin; 21 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. and his special friend Sybil of Andrews.

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Services for Ruben Rodriguez 78, of Andrews will be a Rosary service at 7:00 PM Tuesday, NOvember 13, 2007 at McNett Chapel. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, officiating will be Rev. Joey Fayona. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Ruben was born at Sweetwater, Texas on August 14, 1929. He married Bisenta Perez on March 28, 1947 in Sanderson, Texas. He worked for Advanced Cooling Towers before retirement. Ruben was a Catholic.

Survivors include, wife; Bisenta, Andrews, sons; Ross Rodriguez, Bakersfield, California, Ric Rodriguez, Glenpool, Oklahoma, Ruben Rodriguez, Coleman, Charlie Rodriguez, Andrews, daughters; Virginia Rey and Mary Alvarez, both of Andrews, brother; Auillermo Rodriguez, Andrews, sisters; Connie Rodriguez and Ercilia Aguerro both of Andrews, Josie Cruz, Collins, Georgia, Santa Perez, Houston, 33 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren.

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Services for Clyde L. Trout, 87 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Monday, November 12, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Kevin covington, pastor of Second Baptist Church. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Clyde passed away in Andrews, Friday, November 9, 2007. He married Lucille Reed on August 18, 1945 in Ft. Stockton, Texas. They moved to Andrews in 1962. Clyde was a senior field foreman
for Amoco, he retired in 1984. Clyde was a Baptist.

Survivors include, wife; Lucille, Andrews, daughters; Peggy Gross, Andrews, Paula Fanelli, Katy, Texas and Carol Blackburn, Eddy, Texas, brother; Jack Trout, Anaheim, California, sister; Glenda Angelich, Pacific Palisades, California, four grandchildren, eight step-grandchildren and one great grandchchild.

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Diana Quevedo, 47 of Andrews, passed away Thursday, November 8, 2007 at Midwest Regional Medical Center in Zion, Illinois. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM Monday, November 12, 2007 at Calvary Baptist Church. The funeral service will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Calvary Baptist with Rev. Phil Marroquin and Rev. Abel V. Torres officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Diana was born on December 29, 1959 in Houston, Texas. She married Heriberto "Eddie" Quevedo in 1984. Diana graduated from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, she was a teachers aid for the Andrews school system.

Survivors include, husband; Heriberto "Eddie" , Andrews, daughter; Melodie Diane Quevedo, Andrews, son; Heriberto "Aaron" Quevedo, Andrews, parents; Joshua and Connie De Los Rios, El Paso, brother; David Joshua De Los Rios, Midland, sisters; Dahlia Torres, Midland, Delia Martin Del Campo, Dallas, Dolores Martin Del Campo,Lewisville, Darlene Marroquin and Dinah Gallegos, both of Andrews and Denise Renteria, El Passo.

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Melton Conaway, Sr., 90, of Andrews passed away Wednesday October 31, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Rev. Julius Brooks of Midland will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Melton was born April 9, 1917 in Palastine, Texas. He was a long time resident of Lamesa and moved to Andrews in 1963.

he was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Lamesa. he loved to garden (he was a farmer at heart) and he enjoyed fishing.

he is survived by: three sons - Melton Conaway, Jr. of Andrews; David Lee Conaway of Andrews and Mack Lyndon Conaway of Las Cruces, NM; two daughters - Mary Lee Ridge and Elizabeth Ruth Harris both of Andrews; one brother - Jesse, Conaway of Lamesa, 27 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren.

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Norman "Butch" McCoy, 55, of Andrews passed away Tuesday October 30, 2007 at Regency Hospital in Odessa.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Friday at Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Rev. Tim Phillips will officiate.

Butch was born April 5, 1952 in Cairo, IL. he moved to Andrews in 1989 from Breckenridge, Texas.
He married Linda Kay Bromley November 14, 1992 in Andrews.

He worked in the oil fiield as a gang pusher. He enjoyed fishing and he Loved gardening. He also loved to cook and enjoyed haveing Bible studies.

he is survived by; his wife - Kay McCoy of Andrews, one son - Michael Hooper of Andrews; three daughters - Kimberly McCoy of Brownwood, Melanie Wilson of Andrews, and Cheryl Poteet of Breckenridge; two brothers - Terry McCoy of Breckenridge, and Pat McCoy of Johnsonville, TN; two sisters - Debra Carter, and Sharon Victory both of Breckenridge; and 12 grandchildren.

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Windsor "Windy" Adams, 79, of Andrews passed away Sunday October 28, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday at Means Memorial United Methodist Church in Andrews. Rev. Rick Doyle will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Windy was born March 3, 1928 in Stanton, TN. She married James Willis Adams March 23, 1951 in Stanton, TN.
She worked for Dunlap’s in Hobbs, NM and Odessa before moving to Andrews from Odessa in 1970.She also worked as a secretary for Chocks in Andrews. And spent many hours working for the Andrews Literacy program, the Library and She also worked the Concession Stand during Andrews football games for many years.
She was a member of Desk and Derrick as well.
She was a member of Means memorial United Methodist Church.

Her husband James preceded her in death in June of 2006.

She is survived by: one son - James "Bubba" Adams II of Andrews; Two daughters Susan Hoglund and husband Mike of Andrews and Melanie Setzler and Husband Michael of Nemo, South Dakota; three brothers - Art Louis Bruhn of Alaska; Bill Bruhn of Portland, OR; and Otto "Bud" Bruhn of Brownsville, TN, and seven grandchildren - Sarah Hayes, Adam and Kevin Hefner, Josh Adams, Randi Jo Blackmon Rachel and Leah Setzler, and four great-grandchildren- Hope Hefner, Brandon, Gabrel and Colby Stokes.

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Antonio Saenz Ramos, 94, of Andrews passed away Sunday October 28, 2007 at Permian Residentual Care Center in Andrews.

Mr. Ramos was born October 13, 1913 in El Mulato, Mexico. He married Gregoria Olivas in 1939 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. she Preceded he in death in 1980.

He moved to Andrews in 1993 From Presidio. He was a farmer.

He is survived by: 6 sons - Trinidad Ramos of Mexico, Andres Ramos of Mexico, Felipe Ramos of Presidio, Aristeo Ramos of Andrews, Manuel Ramos of Lubbock, and Moisee Ramos of Carlsbad, NM, 4 daughters - Maria DeLacruz Brito of Mexico, Elvira Hernandez of Presidio, Emma Urquidy of Lubbock, Alicia Gallegos of Andrews; 2 sisters - Consuelo Leyva of Roswell, NM, and Cresencia Galindo of California, 33 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held in Mexico.

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Bobby Ray Lawrence, Sr. 56, of Andrews passed away Saturday, October 27, at his home in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Saturday November 3, 2007 at Calvary Baptist Church in Andrews. Rev. Wayne Morgan of Lubbock will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Bobby was born March 10, 1951 in Coolidge, Texas, he has been a longtime resident of Andrews.
He worked in the Oil field and loved his work. He also loved going to church and serving the Lord.

He is survived by: His wife - Dorothy Lawrence of Andrews, Four Sons - Bobby Ray Lawrence, Jr. of Brownfield, Kenneth Lawrence of San Marcos, Texas, Kevin Lawrence of Andrews;and Roy Don Ervin of Andrews; Three daughters - Nancy Cooper of Austin, Vickie Lawrence of McKinney, Texas; and Feleshia Lawrence of Andrews; eight brothers - Kenneth Lawrence of Lubbock, Roy Shelton Lawrence, III of Abilene, Chris Foster of California, Johnny Foster of Lovelady, Texas; Donell Foster of Oklahoma, Eugene Foster of Lubbock, Donald Lawrence and Chris Lawrence both of Seminole, 6 sisters - Rosie Jackson of Lubbock, Ruby King of Lubbock, Christie Lawrence of Seminole, Brenda Goodwin of California, Argentina McClendon of California, and Ivy Moore also of California. and 15 Grandchildren.

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Harold Bartlett, 68, of Andrews passed away Monday October 22, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Harold was born November 27, 1938 in Kingsville, Texas.
He married Doris Seward August 17, 1956 in Corpus Christi, Texas. He worked in the oil field and moved many times following his work. In 1993 they Moved to Andrews from Snyder. He worked for Chaparral Energy as a workover foreman, he loved his work and he had a perfect safty record.
Harold also loved to fish and visit his "Lake House". He loved his family and was a great father and grandfather.

He is survived by: wife, Doris of Andrews, four daughters; Robin Brinkley of Indianapolis, Indiana, Kimberly Hitt of Las Vegas, Nevada, Tana Pipes of Odessa and Lanette Yoakley of Dripping Springs, Texas, one brother; Carl Bartlett of Medford, Oegon,three sisters; Barbara Hedrick of Corpus Christi, Jeanette Miller of Sugar Land, Texas,and Judy Fisher of Texarkana, Texas; seven grandchildren; Ahley Jarrette, Austin Brinkley, Steven Pipes, Ryan Yoakley Sarah Yoakley Clayton Hitt and Bradley Hitt.

The family will hold a private memorial service.

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Services for Ruby Mays Wortham 90 , of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, October 20, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Dan Galloway. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Ruby passed away in San Angelo, Texas Thursday, October 18, 2007. She was born on July 21, 1917 in Idabel, Oklahoma. She married Raymond Wortham on October 17, 1941 in Idabel, Oklahoma, they were married 66 years. Ruby and Raymond moved to Andrews in 1950. Ruby was a homemaker and a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church.

Survivors include,husband Raymond, Andrews, daughters; Judy Rae Cate and husband husband Terry, Stacye Jackson and husband Tommy all of San Angelo, Texas, one Step-Grandchildren and four step-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by three brothers; Raymond J. Mays, James W. Mays and Burl Mays, three sisters;Helen B. Mays, Ester Lea Wonders and Hazel Tompkins.

Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, October 19, 2007 at the funeral home.

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Warner McKinney, 85, of Andrews passed away Tuesday October 16, 2007 at Hospice House in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Friday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. john Oliver and Vaughn Ertel will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Warner was born September 3, 1922 in Westbrook, Texas. He moved to Andrews when he was one year old.
He had been married twice before he found the true love of his life in Valerian Roach, They were married September 6, 1974 in Odessa, Texas. She preceded him in death March 22, 1997.

Warner was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness. He was a farmer and Rancher and spent some time Building Aircraft during World War II, and also spent some time working in the Oil Field.

Warner loved to dance, and enjoyed going to the Andrews Senior Citizen Center dances.

His is Survived by: two Sons - Paul McKinney of Centerville, Arkansas; Michael McKinney of Andrews; One daughter - Debbie Heath of Brownwood, Texas, one step-son - Terry Roach of Lubbock, Texas. One brother - Chuck McKinney of Ft. Worth; One Sister - Lillie "Tinker" Harris of Andrews; Five Grandchildren and Seven Great- Grandchildren.

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Dorothy Scarlett Cummins, 82, of Andrews passed away Saturday, October 13, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 Tuesday, at Andrews Church of Christ. John Snider of Greenwood Church of Christ will officate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Dorothy was born December 30, 1924 in Breckenridge, Texas. She married Dick Cummins November 16, 1946 in Monahans, Texas. He preceded her in death in 2006.
They moved to Andrews in 1957 from Brownfield.
She was a member of the Andrews Chrch of Christ. Dorothy worked for more than 10 years as a Dispatcher for the Andrews County Sherriff Department.

She enjoyed music and crocheting, she also enjoyed visisting her friends and family.

She is survived by One Son - Craig Cummins of Andrews, One Daughter - Scarlett Lee of Andrews. one Brother - Douglas Scarlett of Alaska; one Sister - Donna Lee Early of Snyder, Texas; two grandchildren and Three Great-Grandchildren.

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Services for Neva Brannan 80, of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at the First Baptist Church. Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, pastor of First Baptist and Randy Gunter.
Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Neva passed away Friday morning at the Crane Nursing and Rehab Center in Crane, Texas. Neva was born on August 12, 1927 in White Flat, Texas. She married Ira Lee Brannan on February 18, 1948 in Stratford, Texas. Neva was a home maker and a member of the First Baptist Church.

Survivors include, husband; Ira Lee Brannan, Andrews, sons; Stephen L. Brannan, Odessa, Phillip L. Brannan, Andrews and David L. Brannan, Austin, sister; Zelma Faye Phillips, Levelland, grandchildren; Erin Mannix, Odessa, Genece Loftin, Houston, Kate Brannan, Austin, Stephen Lane Brannan, Denver, CO, Micah Brannan, Colorado City, TX and Marshall Brannan, Austin, great grandchildren; Harleigh Mannix, McLane Mannix, Brannan Dane Mannix and Ethan Scott Garcia.

Neva was prededed in death by two sisters, Frances Riley and Delma Harris.

Family visitation will be Monday, October 8, 2007 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family request memorials to:
Andrews Senior Center, 310 West Broadway, Andrews, TX 79714

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Memorial services for Weldon C. Ingram, 86 of Andrews, will be Graveside, 2:00 PM Monday, October 1, 2007 at the Andrews Old Cemetery. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle, pastor of Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.
Visitation with the family will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, Monday, October 1, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home.

Weldon passed away at his home in Andrews Friday morning, September 28, 2007. Weldon was born on July 19, 1921 in Moran, Texas. He served in the Army in W.W. II. Weldon married Mary Ruth Roberts on February 11, 1939 in Lovington, NM. Weldon was a tool pusher for Parker Drilling before retirement. Mary preceded him in death on April 7, 1989.

Survivors include, daughter; Lavonne and husband Don Adams, Ruidoso, NM, son; Don and Kay Ingram, Andrews and three grandchildren.

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Services for Eli William Gebhardt, infant son of Eric and Natalie Gebhardt of Andrews, will be Graveside, 2:00 PM Saturday, September 22, 2007 in the Andrews West Cemetery. Officiating will Ronnie White, minister of the Golf Course Road Church of Christ in Midland. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Eli was born on Thursday, September 20, 2007 in Odessa.

He is survived by, parents; Eric and Natalie Gebhardt, Andrews, (Eric is in the military Korea) sisters; Bryana and Emma Gebhardt both of Andrews, grandparents; Tommy and Jackie Thatcher, Andrews, Herbert Gebhardt, Maryville, TN, Rebecca Jane Carpenter, Knoxville, TN, great grandparents; Jack and Estella Hodges, Andrews.

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Crawford Donald "B.J." Williams, 54, of Midland passed away Saturday, September 15, 2007 at his home in Midland.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

B.J. was born March 8, 1953 in Andrews, Texas. He graduated from Andrews High School in 1971, and immediately enlisted in the US Air Force. There he served as a Morse Systems Operator for three years and ended his military career with an honorary discharge.
B.J. attended Midland College where he played on the basketball team. Then he went to U.T. Arlington, working towards a business degree. His work profession in 1976 began with United Parcel Service where he became the Preload Manager. After that, his line of work was with the Frito Lay Company as a routesman. His ending career was as Regional Sales Manager for the Kraft Company.

B.J. is Survived by: his loving wife, Louise Williams of Midland, Texas; his son, Crawford Donald Williams III of Las Vegas, NV; two daughters, Cynthia Wright and husband Biff of Hobbs, NM, and April Meekins of Midland, three brothers, Glen Williams and wife Debra of Dallas, Texas, Billy Jo Dixon of Andrews, Texas, and Archie L. Williams and wife Molly of Stockbridge, Georgia; Two Sisters, Connie Baugh and husband Tyrone of Mapleton, Georgia; Felita Williams -Morgan and husband Lorenzo of Riverdale, Georgia; One Uncle Charlie Johnson of Midland; and Two Granddaughters, Alexis Wright of Hobbs, NM and Brianna Meekins of Midland; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

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Services for Karen Kay Egan Neff, 63 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, September 15, 2007 in the First Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. James T. Egan, son and Rev. H.A. Hanks, Jr. of Andrews. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Karen passed away at her home Wednesday, September 12, 2007. Karen was born on July 21, 1944 in Sinton, Texas. She married Jimmy Don Egan August 13, 1962, he preceded her in death on September 29, 1991. Karen married Tom Neff on April 27, 1992 in Colorado City, Texas.
Karen was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church.

Survivors include,husband; Tom Neff, Andrews, daughter; Melissa and husband Brian Colin, Austin, TX, son; James T. and wife Kelli Egan, Post, TX, step-children; Mickey Neff and wife Sally of Colorado City, Texas, Jeff Neff and wife Julie of Lubbock, Julie Jo Shea and husband Steve of Bosman, Montana, Holland Ann O'neil and husband Kelly of Dallas, Karen Angelia Neff of Santa Monica, California, a brother Robert Truett and wife Sue Childress, Jr. Cleburne, TX, a brother Jack Clifton Childress preceded Karen in death. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 8 step-grandchildren.

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Services for Mary Bea Riley Corley, 81 of Abilene, formerly of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Friday, September 14, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Kevin Bullard, pulpit minister of Andrews Church of Christ. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Bea passed away at her daughters residence in Austin, Texas early Tuesday morning, September 11, 2007. She was born in Colorado City, Texas on June 27, 1926. Bea married Carl E. Corley in 1948 in Brownfield, Texas. She lived in Louisiana several years and many towns in West Texas including Andrews, Seminole, Brownfield and Abilene. She and her husband also spent many years in the Middle East, Persian Gulf Area in the mid 1970's. Bea was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ. Mr. Corley preceded her in death in 2006.

Survivors include, sons; Robert C. Corley, Bayou Vista, LA, Richard E. Corley, Lafayette, LA, daughter; Reba G. Crowson, Pflugerville, TX, brother; Sam Riley, Jr, Andrews, sisters; Martha Hungerford, Andrews, Stella Creeman, Weatherford, TX and Cora Holmes, Brownfield, TX. Six grandchildern and two great grandchildren.

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Services for Samuel R. McBeth, 82 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Graveside Friday, September 14, 2007 in the Andrews West Cemetery. Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, pastor of First Baptist Church. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Samuel passed away at his residence Tuesday, September 11, 2007. He was born on November 26, 1924 at Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania. Samuel maried Kathleen Deniece Coker on March 3,1945 at Grenada, Mississippi. Samuel was a retired production superintendent for ARCO and a member of First Baptist Church. Deniece preceded Samuel in death on November 7, 2002.

Survivors include, sons; David McBeth, Plano, TX, Bill McBeth, Hoover, AL, brother; Gene McBeth, Seminole, TX, half brothers; Dick McBeth, Maryland, Jack McBeth, Mt. Pleasant, PA, sisters; Ruth Oppegard, Big Spring, TX, Betty Roadman, Mt. Pleasant, PA, half sisters; Phyliss Teaters and Lois Ciletti, both of Mt. Pleasant, PA,and three grandchildren.

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Services for James Nollan Duncan, 25 of Abilene, Texas will be 2:00 PM Monday, September 10, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be minister C.A. Smith of Southside Church of Christ. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

James passed away at his home in Abilene Friday, September 7, 2007. He was born on August 3, 1982 in Odessa. He graduated from Andrews High School in 2001. James won several awards in DECA for his welding projects. He worked in food service at Hendrick Hospital in Abilene.

Survivors include, mother and step-father; Jannette and James Geers, Andrews, sister; Velma Dee Duncan, Andrews and grandparents; Nollan and Modean Beck, Calvin, Oklahoma.

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Leland B. Williams, 88, of Andrews passed away Thursday,
September 6, 2007 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.

A Memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, September 9, 2007 at Northcrest Baptist Church in Andrews.

Leland was born June 3, 1919 in Plainview, Arkansas. Served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II. He moved to Andrews in 1947.
He married Earlene Parker Mills, August 29, 1966.
He owned and operated B.Williams and Sons, a clothing store in Andrews for 36 years.
He was a member of the Shriners, Scottish Rite, Masonic lodge, VFW, Friends of the Library, and was a charter member of the Andrews Country Club. He attended Northcrest Baptist Church in Andrews.

He is survived by, wife; Earlene Williams of Andrews, three daughters; Valera Stroop of Andrews, Carolyn Palmer of Gainsville, Georgia, and Susan Powers of Stillwater, Oklahoma. one brother; James Williams of Duncanville, Texas, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Andrews Senior Center, 310 West Broadway, Andrews, TX 79714.

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Services for Kristen K. Corbin 17, of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday September 1, 2007 in Andrews Civic Center (James Roberts Center). Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, pastor of First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Kristen passed away in Odessa Wednesday evening, August 29, 2007. She was born in Lubbock, Texas on March 12, 1990. She had lived all her life in Andrews and would have been a senior this year at Andrews High School. She was active with the First Baptist Church Youth Group, she was manager of the varsity volleyball team, active in cross county, basketball, track and softball and was a friend to all.

Survivors include, parents; mother and step-father Jolisa and Jay Collinsworth, Andrews, father and step-mother Kenneth and Sherry Corbin, Andrews, sisters; Kali Corbin, Lubbock, Kendra Corbin, Andrews, step-sisters; Kelli Leach, Battle Creek, Michigan, Kayla Leach, Portalis, New Mexico, step-brother; Greg Leach, Lubbock, grandparents; Neil & Dottie Barrier, Brownfield, Sharon Corbin, Abilene, Ken Corbin, Fresno, CA, step-grandparents; Cynthia Jone, Andrews and Van & Vera Mills, San Angelo, TX

Memorial gifts may be made to the,
Kristen Corbin Memorial Scolarship Fund,
at National Bank of Andrews.

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Marisol Maltos, 37, of Suprise, Arizona (formerly of Andrews), passed away Saturday August 25, 2007, in Pheonix, Arizona.

A Rosary will be held, at 7:00 Wednesday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews.
Funeral Mass will be 10:00 AM Thursday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews. Rev. Joey Faylona will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery.

Marisol was born May 31, 1970 in Ojinaga, Mexico. She was a long time resident of Andrews and Graduated from Andrews High School in 1988. She worked for Walmart as the Bakery Manager for several years. She married Rogelio maltos May 21, 2002 in Peoria, Arizona.

She loved to bake, and she loved her job, she was a loving mother and wife. She also loved to shop and make blankets.

She is survived by; Her husband, Rogelio Maltos of Suprise, AZ; two daughters, Serina Naverrete, and Anahi maltos, and one Son, Rogelio Maltos all of Suprise, AZ; her Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Noel (Cruz) Marquez of Andrews; Three Brothers, Noel Marquez, Artemio Marquez and Renee Marquez all of Andrews, and one sister Susana Marquez of Andrews.

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Services for Sue Braswell, 82 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Monday, Augusts 27, 2007 in Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Sue passed away at her home in Andrews Friday, August 24, 2007. She was born on August 27, 1924 in Farmersville, Texas. Sue married Dewey Braswell on September 26, 1947 in Roswell, New Mexico. Sue was a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church. She worked for Andrews Gas Company for several years before retirement.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband Dewey on September 23, 1999, a brother Charlie Burkett and a sister Ima Lou Burkett.

Survivors include, daughters; Karen Jenkins, San Jose, CA and Beverly Braswell, Odessa, TX, sisters; Betty Luck and Jean Humphreys both of Midland, two grandsons; Matt and Mark Jenkins and a great grandchild.

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Melissa (Meli Marie) Flores, 16, of Andrews passed away Monday August 13, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

A Rosary will be 7:00PM Thursday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services will be 4:00 PM Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Melissa was born August 4, 1991 in Iraan, Texas. She moved to Andrews with her family in 1997 from Sheffield, Texas.
Meli Marie was a Student at Andrews High School. She was an AHS Cheerleader, and ran Cross Country. She was a Black Belt in Taekwon-do, and she loved to work out and lift weights. She was a member of the Spanish National Honor Society. She loved to Dance and when she was younger her family had her convinced that she was a princess.

Melissa is survived by, her parents, Stephen and Guadalupe Flores, of Andrews; Two brothers, Stephen Flores of Midland, and Carlos of Andrews; Three sisters, Lucila Bueno, Christina Flores, and Crystal Flores all of Andrews; Grandparents Virginia Flores of Sheffield, Texas, and Ramon Medina of Acuna, Mexico.

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Gaden Allan Klein, 7 month old son of Casey and Barbara Klein of Andrews, passed away Saturday August 10, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Monday, August 13, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Andrews. Rev. Harvey Enriquez, Pastor of Northcrest Baptist Church in Andrews will officiate.
Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under thye direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Gaden was born January 5, 2007 in Andrews.

He was preceded in death by, Great Grandparents, Crawford Spurlock, and Eva and H.C Hartley and Sue Klein.

Gaden is survived by, his parents, Casey and Barbara Klein of Andrews, One Brother, Gage Klein of Andrews, Grandparents, Vicki and Larry Klein, and Donald and Tracy Spurlock all of Andrews; Great-Grandparents, Bobbie Allen of Andrews, Barbara and Dale Sarrels of Andrews, Jim Mack Stewart of Del Rio, and Adam Klein of Odessa. Aunts and Uncles, Cody and Ali Klein of Midland, Rachel and John Daniel Lopez of Andrews, Jeff and Jesse Helms of Midland and Jason Helms of Andrews; and One Cousin, Veda Lopez of Andrews.

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B.C. "Sandy" Norrid, 78, of Andrews passed away Thursday, August 9, 2007 at Parks Methodist Retirement Center in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, August 11, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Alvin Petty, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church in Andrews, will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Sandy was born September 14, 1928 in Plainview, Arkansas.
he married Helen Hamilton, November 6, 1948.
Sandy married Mary Nell Presley. They moved to Andrews from Midland in 2001.

Sandy was the owner of Broadway Motor Company in Andrews, he was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.
He loved people and never met a stranger. He loved camping and RVing. Sandy also loved Drinking coffee with his buddies, and he enjoyed Bluegrass Festivals.

Sandy was preceded in death by, his parents Junie and Tressie Norrid, and two brothers , Bobby and Buford Norrid.

he is survived by, his wife, Mary Nell Norrid of Andrews; one daughter Janice Ballard and husband James of Carlsbad, NM; one sister , Billie Evans and husband Jim of Eunice, NM; One grandson, Chris Ballard and wife Jamie of Carlsbad, NM; and Two great - grandsons, Brooks and Cade of Carlsbad.
and a very special niece, Karen Wolters and husband Tim of Midland.

The family request that Memorials be made to Wesley United Church in Andrews.

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Services for Joel A. Saenz, 63 of Andrews, will be 4:00 PM Wednesday, August 1, 2007 in Our Lady of Lourds Catholic Church. Officiating will be Rev. Joey Faylona. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. A rosary service will be 7:00 PM Tuesday July 31, 2007 in McNett Chapel.

Joel passed away Sunday, July 29, 2007 in Midland. He was born on June 21, 1944 in Mulato, Mexico. He was a truck driver and a Catholic.

Survivors include, sons; Jose "Pepe" Saenz, Andrews, Texas, Cruz Saenz, Rowlett, Texas, daughter; Elizabeth Saenz, Belton, Texas, brothers; Arnaldo, Kermit, Texas, Arturo, Delecias, Mexico and Jamie, Chihuaha, Mexico, sisters; Aide Sanchez, Odessa, Texas, Mirta Saenz, Chihuaha, Mexico and Soledad Saenz, Argentina and two grandchildren

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Services for Richard G. "Dick" Garrison, 76 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, August 2, 2007 in First Baptist Church with Dr. Jeff Donnell pastor officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Dick passed away in Midland, Sunday, July 29, 2007. He was born on August 9, 1930 in Electra, Texas He married Mary Lou Roberts on May 26, 1951 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. Dick owned and operated Garrison Furniture in Andrews for several years, he was a member of the First Baptist Church.

Survivors include, wife; Mary Lou Garrison, Andrews, son; Bill Garrison, Denton, Texas, daughters; Pam Buckley, Andrews, Texas and Katherine Allen, Wilmington, North Carolina, sisters; Donella Musgrove and Freida Snodgrass both of Medford, Orgeon and five grandchildren.

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Services for Kathleen Ruth "Kay" Lowder, 90 of Eldorado, Texas will be 2:00 PM Monday, July 30, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Kevin Covington, pastor of Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Kay passed away in Eldorado, Texas Saturday morning, July 28, 2007. Kay was born on August 23, 1916 in Jackson County, Oklahoma. She married P.L. Lowder on March 18, 1939 in Hollis, Oklahoma. She lived in Odessa, Texas for over twenty years, she moved to Eldorado in 2006. Kay was a homemaker and a member of the Chapel Hills Baptist Church in Odessa.

Kay was prededed in death by her husband P.L., three brothers; Murray, Jack and Clois Knight, a sister; Helen Knight.

Survivors include, son; Phil Lowder, Carlsbad, NM, daughter; Joy Huntington, Sonora, TX, sister; Mary Abercrombie, Houston, TX, five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Services for Charles Bryant "Charlie" Baugus, 72 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 31, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, pastor of First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Charlie passed away Saturday, July 28, 2007 in Odessa. He was born on June 21, 1935 in Borger, Texas. He married Geraldine Turnbow on January 28, 1979.
Geraldine preceded him in death on March 11, 1994. Charlie was owner or Lightning Insulation Company before retirement. He was a Baptist.

Survivors include, son; Cameron W. Baugus, Austin, Texas, daughters; NIcki Turnbow, Odessa, Holly Carruth, Sugar Land, Texas, brother; Billy Jack Baugus, Andrews, two step- grandchildren and two step- great grandcnildren

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Mark Hethcoat, 56, of Andrews passed away Saturday July 21, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday July 24, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Richard Cooper of Andrews will officiate.

Mark was born October 4, 1950 in Kingsville, Texas. He served in the US Army. He moved to Andrews from Odessa in 1990.
He married Louise Smith October 4, 1990 in Andrews.
Mark was a Truck Driver for Night Hawk Transportation.
Mark enjoyed giving everyone a hard time and picking on them. He loved truck, motorcycles and going to the lake. He also enjoyed Ham radios and he never met a stranger.

Mark was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Eileen Hethcoat.

He is survived by, his wife, Louise Hethcoat of Andrews, his father, Gerald Hethcoat of Kingsville, TX; one brother, Robert Hethcoat of Calallan, Texas; three sisters, Linda Estes of Kingsville, Frances Wallace of Houston and Karen Keown of Cider Park, Texas.

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Norwood " Woody" Simmons, 75, of Andrews passed away Wednesday July 18, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Graveside services will be 4:00 PM Friday, July 20, 2007, at Andrews North Cemetery. Rev. Ted M. Short, Pastor of Grace Baptist Church will officiate. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Woody was born January 13, 1932 in Dalhart, Texas, to J.H. and Elsie Golda Simmons. he moved to Andrews in 1956 from Albany, Texas. He married Yvonne Abney September 1, 1956 and they married a second time October 14, 1985.

He worked for Kirby West for 20 years until he retired in 1992.

He loved to do woodwork and read. Woody also enjoyed drinking coffee.

He is survived by, his wife- Yvonne Simmons of Andrews, two daughters, Sherry Hardy of Andrews and Candace Carter of Corpus Christi, two sons, Mike Simmons of Mansfield and Steve Simmons of Lubbock, one brother, Delton Ross Simmons of Midland and 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

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Memorial services for Betty Jo Schroeder, 83 of Andrews, will be 4:00 PM Wednesday, July 18, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be speaker Dr. Gregory Young of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Betty passed away Sunday, July 15, 2007 in Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews. She was born on March 5, 1924 in Beggs, Oklahoma. Betty married Ray Schroeder on September 24, 1949 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Betty was a business manager for a resstaurant. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Survivors include, husband; Ray of Andrews, daughters; Birtie Brannan of Andrews, Delilah Schroeder of Odessa, brother; David Stittsworth, Odessa and a sister; Mary Pat Uray, Maine, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

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Margaret June Duncan of Norman, Oklahoma, formerly of Andrews, passed away in Oklahoma Saturday, July 14, 2007.

Services are pending.

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Otilia Madrid, 41, of Andrews passed away Monday July 9, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center.

Rosary services will be 7:00 PM Wednesday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorial Services will be 10:00 Friday July 13, 2007 at our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews, Father Joey Faylona will officiate.

Otilia was born March 6, 1966 in Ojinaga, Mexico. she has been a longtime resident of Andrews.

She loved to shop at Garage sales. She enjoyed picking on people and joking around with them.

She is survived by,husband; Greg Madrid of Andrews, daughter; Gracie Madrid,sons; Ivan and Omar Madrid all of Andrews, father; Alfredo Lujan, Sr. of Andrews, brothers; Jose Lujan of New Mexico, Juan Lujan of Andrews, Davis Lujan of Andrews, and Alfredo Lujan, Jr. of Andrews, sisters; Eduvijes Sotello of Mexico, Pilar Rubio of Mexico and Geneva DelCampo of Andrews.

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Bobby Dale Tompkins, 69, of Andrews passed away Monday July 9, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Rev. Alvin Petty, Pastor of Wesley Methodist Church in Andrews, will officiate.

Bobby Dale was born October 1, 1937 in Idabel, Oklahoma. He moved to Andrews with his family in 1951. He served in the US Army from 1961 to 1967. He lived in Ft. Stockton from 1960 intill he moved back to Andrews in 1999. He retired with Valero Energy.

He loved his dog, Chester, and he loved to play and watch baseball.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Hazel Tompkins.
he is survived by; one sister - Velma Ruth Hancock of Andrews; Aunt and Uncle - Ruby and Raymond Wortham of Andrews, Aunt Youldean Mays of Franklin, TN. One Niece, Deana Ruth Compton, Two Grand nieces, Amanda Compton and Lynn Tant, Two Great-Grandnieces, Tiffani Tant and Shelee Lively and one Great Grandnephew, Mathew Tant. and Longtime friend Lori Diebitsch of Ft. Stockton.

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Services for R.D. Green 89, of Odessa, formerly of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Monday, July 9, 2007 in First Baptist Church Chapel in Andrews. Officiating will be Rev. Ivy Shelton, pastor of Sherwood Baptist Church in Odessa. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

R.D. passed away at his home in Odessa, Friday, July 6, 2007. He was born on April 27, 1918 in Miami, Texas. R.D. married Valera Davis Worley on October 17, 1995 in Odessa. He was a retired shift operator for Enron. R.D. was a member of Sherwood Baptist Church in Odessa.

Survivors include, wife; Valera of Odessa, step- daughter; Doris Miller of Odessa, brothers; Roy Green of Whitter, California, Burl Green of Victoria, Texas, Bob Green of MIdland, Texas, sister; Ila Pettitt, Canadian, Texas, 4 grandchidren and 4 great grandchildren.

R.D. was preceded in death by a son; Ronald, daughter; Nell McCoy, brother; Joe Green, sisters; Pauline Ennis, Gola Fay Goodman and Betty Clemmons.

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Services for Stella Faye Taff, 73 of Andrews will be 10:00 AM Saturday, July 7, 2007 in Maranatha Assembly of God Church with Rev. Dean Williamson officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Stella passed away Thursday, July 5, 2007 in Permian Regional Residential Care Center in Andrews. She was born on March 6, 1934 in Glover, Oklahama. She married Roy Lee Taff in November 1995. Stella was a homemaker and a member of Maranatha Assembly of God Church.

Survivors include, husband; Roy Lee of Andrews, daughters; Ann and husband Dale Gross of Andrews, Joyce Westbrooks of Idabell, Oklahoma, step-daughter; Diane Paxton of St Louis, Missouri, step-son; Brian and wife Shelly Taff of Andrews, brother; Carl and wife Kay Flood of Heyworth, Oklahoma, sisters; Francis Tassey and Elvie Knighting both of Heyworth, Oklahoma, Mary and husband George Posey of Harris, Oklahoma, 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren.

Stella was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mattie Flood, brothers; Harold and Billy Flood and a sister; Verna Lee Horn.

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Ernest Garcia, 49, of Andrews passed away Wednesday July 4, 2007 at Permian Residentual Care Center in Andrews.

Memorial services will be 10:00 AM Thursday July, 12, 2007 at Primera Iglesia Bautista Church in Andrews.

Ernest was born November 7, 1957 in Pecos, Texas. He grew up in Kermit and was a long time resident of Andrews where he worked for Tucker Construction for 28 years.

Ernest was a huge Dallas Cowboy fan and enjoyed watching professional wrestling.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesua and Brehida Garcia, and a brother, Gonzalo and a sister, Mary Garcia.

He is survived by; Two daughters, Emily Leach, and Angelita Garcia both of Odessa, two sons, Jamie Garcia of Seminole, and Ernest Garcia, Jr. of Andrews. Step children, Angela Portillo of Hobbs, NM, Luis Portillo of Andrews, Victoria Guiterrez of Austin, Michael Fowler of Andrews, and Joshua Travino of Andrews, Three brothers, Jesse Garcia of San Antonio, Manuel Garcia of New Mexico, and Ray Garcia of Kermit; Three Sisters, Ambrosia Luna of Dallas, Juanita Garcia of Dallas, Lori Baker of Arizona, and 12 Grandchildren.

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Services for Arnold L. Clark, 77 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Saturday, June 30, 2007 in Calvary Baptist Church, officiating will be Rev. Bill Melton, pastor and Sam Jones. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Arnold passed away at his home
Wednesday, June 27, 2007. He was born on January 16, 1930 in Rossville, Georgia. He married Judy J. Garrison on December 9, 1978 in Andrews. Arnold was a brick mason for many years, he also was a constable for eight years and was still a reserve deputy for Andrews County. Arnold was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church.

Survivors include, wife; Judy of Andrews, daughters; Vivian Chastain of Dallas, Cathy Ammons of Palestine, Texas, Joann Jackson of Burley, Idaho and Carla Mitchell of Andrews, sons; Allen Clark and David Clark both of Burley, Idaho and David Schroeder of New Braunfels, Texas, sisters; Wanda Oglesby and Joyce Crabtree both of Rossville, Georgia, eighteen grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

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Dayanara Eulalia Rhoades, the Infant baby girl of Coral Ortiz and Daniel Rhoades, was still born June 26, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Cneter.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday June 28, 2007 at Andrews North Cemetery Babyland. Catarino Juaqes, II, will officiate. Burial will follow in Babyland of the Andrews North Cemetery nder the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Dayanara Eulalia is survived by, her parents, Daniel Rhoades and Coral Ortiz of Andrews, one sister, Destiny Alexis Rhoades of Andrews, Grandparents, Earl Rhoads of Andrews, and Neives Garza of Mexico, Great Pand Parent Nora Bass of Las Vegas, NV.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Eulalia Rhoades in 1997.

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Services for Angel Herrera, 56 of Lubbock, will be 10:00 AM Thursday, June 28, 2007 in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews, officiating will be Father Bernard Gulley. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. A Rosary service will be in McNett Funeral Home Chapel at 7:00 PM Wednesday, June 27, 2007.

Angel passed away in Lubbock Monday, June 25, 2007. He was born on May 31, 1951 in Durango, Mexico. He was self employed, he owned a scrap metal company. Angel was a member of the Catholic Church.

Survivors include, sons; Sergio Dominguez and Jose Angel Herrera, both of Lake Station, IN, daughters; Claudia Horan of West Lafayette, IN, Amanda Herrera of Lake Station, IN, brothers; Felipe Herrera of Lubbock, TX, Jose Herrera of Durango, Mexico and Mario Herrera of Oakland, CA, sisters; Margrita Carrera of Parral Chihuahua, Mexico, Maria Sanchez and Martha Sanchez both of Andrews, Alicia Esparsa of Santa Barbara, CA, Amparo Herrera of Durango, Mexico and twelve grandchildren.

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Services for Margie Reed, 87 of Andrews will be 10:00 AM Friday, June 29, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. David Carlson, pastor of Andrews Church of God and Rev. Bryan Johnson, Chaplain of Home Hospice. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Margie passed away at her residence Monday, June 25, 2007. She was born on February 10, 1920 in Dickens County, Texas. She married Robert H. Reed on March 12, 1950 in Eunice, New Mexico. Margie was a nurse, she worked for Permian General Hospital. Margie was a member of the Assembly of
God Church.

Survivors include, husband; Robert of Andrews, sons; Jimmy Reed, Santa Anna, Texas, David Fowler of Andrews, daughters; Jackie Cowling of Yankton, South Dakota, Julia Rich of Rockport, Texas, Jane Grace of Andrews, sister; Mary Elizabeth Serene of Denver, Colorado, 29 grandchildren, 64 great grandchildren and 12 great great grandchildren.

Margie was preceded in death by a son Eddie Fowler, brother; J.D. Hobson and a sister Minnie Lois Fowler.

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Tomasa Hernandez, 91, of Andrews passed away early Sunday June 24, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday at Templo"La Nueva Jerusalem" Church in Andrews.

Tomasa was born September 22, 1915 in Ojinaga, Mexico. She married Juan Hernandez in 1945 in Mexico. She moved to Andrews in 1982.
She loved music and dancing. She enjoyed flowers and nature and she loved to pick cotton when she was younger. Tomasa enjoyed taking a slow Sunday drive and enjoying all that nature had to offer. She was a devout Christian and loved God. She was also very proud to have become an American citizan in August of 2000.

She was preceded in death by her husband in 1988.

She is survived by, two sons, Armando Hernandez and Nicolas Hernandez both of Oklahoma City; two daughters, Gloria Villa of Andrews and Maria Valenzuela of Midland. 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

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J.W. (Jay) Moxley, 88, of Andrews passed away early Friday, June 22, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at Means Memorial United Methodist Church in Andrews. Rev. Rick Doyle will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Jay was born May 9, 1919 in Lone Oak, Texas to Ed and Anice Lou Moxley as the youngest of nine children. He was raised in Ropesville, Tx and graduated from High School there in 1937. he moved to Andrews with his family in 1938. Jay served in the US Army and worked with the Army Corps of Engineers building the Alaskan Highway. He later served in the South Pacific and was awarded the Bronze Star.
He married Lettie Carmichael July 12, 1947 in Anson, Texas. Jay helped build the existing Andrews County Court House as well as the Means Memorial United Methodist Church where he was a member and served as an Usher for many years. Jay served as Andrews County Commissioner from 1952 until he retired in 1988. During his time in office Andrews County saw huge growth. Most county building and facilities that Andrews enjoys were built while Jay was Commissioner, including the present hospital, the outdoor rodeo arena on North 385 and many others. Jay was responsible for the county employees being offered a retirement plan. He helped build and pave most of the County roads during his time.
Jay was also active as a member of the Andrews Volunteer Fire Department, a Fifty year member of the Oddfellows, and long time member of Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

He is survived by: His wife, Lettie Moxley of Andrews; Two Daughters, Cathy Omenson of Sugar Land, Texas; and Judy Heronema of Andrews. Four Grandchildren, Amanda Jones, Christie Heronema, Audrey Omenson and Lana Omenson. One sister, Arlene Lonis of Carson, California, and several nieces and nephews.

The family ask that memorial gifts be made to Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

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Dorothy Lance, 86, of Andrews passed away Friday, June 22, 2007 at Willow Hill Assisted Living in Andrews.

She was born June 5, 1921 in Cleburne, Texas. She married Ernie Lance November 11, 1936 in Ft. Sumner, NM.
She lived in Carlsbad, NM for many years and her and hernhusband owned Lance Insurance Agency for 40 Years.

She is survived byone son, Donald Lee Lance of Andrews, seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

No services are planed at this time.

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Mercedes Dillard Moore, 85, of Garland (Formerly of Andrews) passed away Thursday, June 21, 2007 at a nursing home in Garland.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Kevin Bullard pastor of Andrews Church of Christ will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Mercedes was born September 6, 1921 in Stanford, Texas to Joe and Gladys Dillard. She married Carter Moore December 13, 1941 in Abilene, Texas. he preceded her in death in 1996.

She was a longtime resident of Andrews until she moved to Garland to near her daughter. She was a member of the Andrews Church of Christ.

She is survived by, son, Bobby Moore and his wife Fredda of Odessa, daughter, Jan Moore Thorogood and husband Don of Garland. Three grandsons, Robert Moore, Darren Wade Moore and Shawn David Keener. Five great grandchildren, a brother Doyal Dillard and wife Billy of Lueders, sister Betty Dillard McLennan and husband Bill of Snyder.

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Roscoe Willard "Rocky" Bohannon, Jr., 50 of Andrews, passed away Sunday morning, June 17, 2007 at his residence in Andrews. A visitation will be held at McNett Funeral Home Tuesday, June 19, 2007 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., no services are scheduled.

Rocky was born on January 2, 1957 in El Paso, Texas. He served in the United States Air Force durring the Vietnam Era.
Rocky was employed with Basic Energy Services.

Survivors include parents; Roscoe W. and Sarah Bohannon Sr. of Andrews; sons: Roy Don Bohannon of Odessa, Randall Bohannon of Whitefield, Oklahoma; daughter: Keesha Lei Bohannon Kraph of Colorado City, Texas; brother: Ronald Bohannon of Carrollton, Texas; sister: Bridget Loffler of Odessa, Texas and seven grandchildren.

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Johnny "Burt" Sweek, 43, of Andrews passed away Tuesday June 5, 2007 at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland.

Graveside Services will be 2:00 Friday, June 8, 2007 in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Rev. Ted M. Shrot will officiate.

Burt was born November 6, 1963 in Loraine, Texas. He moved to Andrews from Louisiana in 1989. While in Louisiana he worked on fishing boats and loved it.
He enjoyed working on and Flying Radio Controlled Airplanes, he enjoyed fishing and hunting and visiting with friends, and he enjoyed cooking.

Burt was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Sweek in 1987.

He is survived by his Mother, Norma Sweek of Andrews; one brother, James Sweek of Andrews, and one sister, Wendy sweek of Odessa.

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Services for D.J. "Pete" Turner, Jr. 85 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Friday, May 25, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Andrews. Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, Pastor of First Baptist and Rev.Bryan Johnson, Chaplain with Home Hospice. Burial will be 2:00 PM Saturday, May 26, 2007 in Spring Creek Cemetery at Avoca, Texas. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00PM to 8:00 PM.at McNett Funeral Home.

Pete passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2007 in Odessa, Texas. He was born on August 15, 1921 in Anderson Chapel, Texas. He married Lois Dobbins on December 22, 1945 in Stamford, Texas. They moved to Andrews in 1956 from Hamlin, Texas. Pete was a pusher for Texaco for several years before retirement.

Survivors include, wife; Lois, Andrews, sons; Michael Dan Turner, Meridan, Texas and Terry Keith Turner, Gainesville, Texas, brother; Carroll Turner, Fredericksburg, Texas, five grandchildren, one great grandchild.

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Billie Jean Williams, 70, of Andrews passed away Monday, May 21, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

Billie Jean was born September 5, 1936 in Knox City, Texas. She moved to Andrews in 1950 from Knox City. She married Bennie Lee Williams September 10, 1958 in Odessa. They Lived in Andrews and moved back and forth from Atlanta Georgia several times over the years. Moving back to Andrews after she retired in 1998.
She was a Nurse and an Administator for several Hospitals and Nursing homes in West Texas and the Atlanta areas.

She enjoyed working cross word puzzels, computer games, and fishing. She was also an Atlanta Braves fan and she loved to make Afgans for friends and family. Her favorite pass time was being with her family.

She was preceded in death by, her husband Bennie Williams in 2004, and a brother, Glen Johnson.

She is survived by; four sons, Crawford (B.J.) Williams and his wife Louise of Midland; Glen Williams and wife Debra of Dallas; Billy Jo (B.J.) Dixon and wife Dianne of Andrews; and Archie L. Williams and his wife Molly of Stockbridge, GA; two daughters, Connie and husband Tyron Baugh of Mabelton, GA; and Felita Williams-Morgan and husband Lorenzo of Riverdale, GA; one brother, Charlie Robert Johnson of Midland, TX, Eleven Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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