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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Thomas L."Tommy" White, 75 of Andrews passed away Monday, May 21, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews. There will not be formal services, cremation will be under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Tommy was born on April 15, 1932 in Pampa, Texas. He served in the Navy in the Korea conflict. He worked as a lineman in the production department for a newspaper in California before retirement. He moved to Andrews in 1984. Tommy married Margaret Bremerman in May 1984, Margret preceded Tommy in death on July 26, 1988.

Survivors include, son; Alan Tull, Andrews, cousins; C.H. Dunaway, Albuquerque, NM, Brice Dunaway, Alanta, GA and Merdella Roberts, Ft. Worth, TX.

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Ellis C. Poole, 95, of Andrews passed away Sunday May 20, 2007 at Permian Residentual Care Center in Andrews.

Graveside services are 10:00 AM Wednesday May 23, 2007 at Andrews North Cemetery. Rev. James Horne, Pastor at Andrews Church of God, will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Mr. Poole was born April 19,1912 in Jackson, Mississippi. He waorked as a Pipe Fitter and Boiler Maker. He married Elizabeth Boykin, June 7, 1971 in Mississippi. They moved to Andrews in 2005.

Mr. Poole was a member of the Andrews Church of God and he loved to play the Guitar and work outdoors.

He is survived by: Wife - Elizabeth Poole of Andrews; One Daughter - Jan Hutchison of Mississippi; Two Sons - Michael Poole of Florida and Timothy Poole of Mississippi; Two Sisters - Addie Elaine Poole of Jackson, MS; and Euler Hammock of Jackson, MS; and Eight Grandchildren.

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Maxie Argabright, 27, of Andrews passed away Sunday May 20, 2007 at her home in Andrews after a long, brave battle with Cancer.

Funeral services are 2:00 PM Thursday, May 24, 2007 at First Assembly of God Church in Andrews. Rev. Kerry Tilley will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Maxie was born November 23, 1979 in Odessa. She moved to Andrews from McCamey, with her family, when she was in the First grade.

She married Jason Argabright May 9, 1999 in Andrews. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Andrews. She Liked to go shopping and she loved to travel. She loved Kids and animals and she enjoyed gardening.

She is survived by: Her Husband - Jason Argabright of Andrews; One Son - Nathaniel Argabright Two Daughters - Skyla and Kaitlin Argabright all of Andrews; Parents - Ed and Altia Hollis of Andrews; Her Father - Ronnie Jourdan of Andrews; Three sisters - Serena Jourdan of Odessa, Christina Garvey and Shilia Green of Youngstown, OH and One Brother - John Hollis of Youngstown, OH.

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Services for Thelma Kincade Lucado, 90 of Ft. Smith, Arkansas, formerly of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at the Andrews Church of Christ. Officiating will be Max Lucado of San Antonio, Texas and Dee Lucado of Mineral Wells, Texas. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Thelma passed away Saturday, May 19, 2007, in Ft. Smith, Arkansas. Thelma was born on July 23, 1916 in Comanche, Oklahoma. She graduated from Ralls High School in 1933. She married Jack Darrell Lucado on May 29, 1937 in Idalou, Texas, Mr. Lucado preceded her in death on June 25, 1985. Thelma was a Nurse, she worked for the Andrews Community Hospital before retirement. Thelma was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include, sons; Max Lucado, San Antonio, Texas and Darrell "Dee" Lucado, Mineral Wells, Texas, daughters; Jacquelyn Wallace, Ft. Smith, Arkansas and Joan Carrigan, Tyler, Texas, eleven grandchildren and 15 great grand children.

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Services for Jeanette May Williams, 75 of Andrews will be 10:00 AM Friday, May 18, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Jackie Barnett of Brownwood, Texas. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Jeanette passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2007 in Odessa. She was born on June 2, 1931 in Great Bend, Kansas to George and Marie Giskie Foos. Jeanette married Lester Lowell Williams on February 26, 1950 in Great Bend, Kansas. She was a Nazarene and a homemaker.

Survivors include; husband Lowell of Andrews, sons; Steve and wife Lisa Williams, Brad and wife Pam Williams all of Andrews, a daughter; Cathy and husband Jamie Silva of Andrews, two brothers; Leroy and wife Dorothy Foos and Howard and wife Carol Foos all of Great Bend, Kansas, sister; Janice Kimberlin, Kansas City, Kansas. Grandchildren, Casey and Jeff Saldivar, Garrett Williams, Megan Williams and Lindsey and Matt Hammond, Virginia Beach, Virginia. Great grandchildren Zachary and Cameron Saldivar, Andrews and Emily Hammond, Virginia Beach, Virginia and a number of nieces and nephews.

Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents, Gorge Foos and Marie Giskie Foos, brother; George Jr. Foos, sister; Carol Jean Meyers.

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Services for Charley Brooks Porter, 72 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Friday, May 18, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Ted Short, pastor of Grace Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Charley passed away Monday, May 14, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews. He was born on November 23, 1934 in Culman, Alabama. Charley married Opaline Presson, November 17, 1979 in Odessa, Texas. Charley was a member of the Grace Baptist Church in Andrews.

Survivors include, wife: Opaline, Andrews, Texas. Daughters: Barbara Mayo and Peggy Snell both of Hobbs, New Mexico and Elizabeth Hayes, Andrews. Brothers: Ed Easter, Birmingham, Alabama and Joe Easter, Stephens City, Virginia. Sister: Ruby Nell Boseman, Muscle Shoals, Alabama, seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Charley was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Daniel Wayne Snell and Heath Roy Snell.

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Lucindia Guzman, 58, of Andrews passed away Monday, May 14, 2007 at Home Hospice House in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 17, at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Love Hambrick of Odessa will officiate. Burial will be in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Mrs. Guzman was born August 30, 1948 in Modesto, California. she moved to Seminole in 1967,she married Jose Guzman April 21, 1979 in Seminole.
They moved to Andrews in 1986 from Seminole.

She loved to do wood burning projects and was very talented. She liked to crochet, paint and go fishing. She loved taking her grandkids to Buddies Drive In to enjoy their famous steak fingers.

She is survived by her husband; Joe Guzman of Andrews, two daughters; Lydia Guadelupe Aldape of Andrews and Rachael Faye Morena of Big Spring, one son; Joe Guzman, Jr. of Seminole, two sisters; Jessica Parcell and and Marie Scobie both of Iowa, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

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Hazel "Esther" Osterhout of Andrews, peacefully departed this life on Monday, May 14, 2007. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and a friend to all who knew her.

Esther was born April 29, 1928, in Independence, Kansas to Royal and Xava L. Enders. She is preceded in death by her parents, a brother John Walter Enders, and son Jimmy Gale Osterhout. She married her one true love, Leo Charles Osterhout on October 12, 1946 in Independence, Kansas.

They moved their young family to Andrews in 1952. She was a member of the First Christian Church and Ladies Hospital Auxiliary. She loved playing bridge and was a member of a bridge club in Andrews. She enjoyed bowling and traveled to many different places to compete at State and National levels.

Esther is survived by her husband of 60 years, Leo Osterhout; her two children; son, Danny L. Osterhout and wife Julie of Andrews; daughter, Susan J. Spears and husband Bob of Midland; grandchildren, Stephanie Williams of Hilton Head, SC, Charles Hotchkin of San Antonio, TX, Justin Osterhout of Kerrville, TX, Brian Jefferys of Lubbock, TX, Mandy Jefferys of Austin, TX, Sara Spears of Midland, TX, Emily Nelson of Frisco, TX; great-grandchildren, Alexis Hotchkin and Ainsley Hotchkin of San Antonio, TX, Emma Grace Nelson, Frisco, TX; two surviving siblings; brother, Jim Enders and his wife Etta of Wichita, Kansas; sister Charlene Woods of Midland, TX. There are numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

The family acknowledges and extends a special thank you to Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews and Home Hospice House in Odessa for their compassionate care and support.

Memorial services have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, May 17, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home with Reverend Bob Zap officiating. Burial will follow at Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be directed to Home Hospice, 803 N. Main, Andrews, Texas 79714

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Ernest Gumfory, 70, of Andrews passed away Saturday night, May 12, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM central time at Avis Cemetery in Avis, New Mexico. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Ernest was born may 17, 1936 in Arizona. He moved to Andrews in 1992 from Roswell, NM. He married Carolyn Shoemaker November 29, 1972 in Roswell.

Ernest served in the US Army during the Korean War.

He is survived by his wife; Carolyn Gumfory of Andrews, five sons; Denny and Daniel Gumfory both of Roswell, Donny and Abner Gumfory both of Andrews and Johnny Gumfory of Kansas City, Mo.,two daughters; Rayetta Gumfory of Andrews and Karen Cecil of Portland, Or., seventeen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Santiago A. Barrera, 71 of Andrews passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at his home in Andrews.

Rosary service will be 7:00 PM Friday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Service will be 2:00 PM Saturday May 12, 2007 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Father Bernard Gully will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Mr. Barrera was born April 26, 1936 in Sanderson, Texas. He was a long time resident of Andrews and moved to San Antonio 13 years ago. He had moved back to Andrews a few months ago.
Mr. Barrera was a truck driver untill his retirement.

He is survived by One daughter - Marta Cruz of Andrews; Two Sons - Jaime (Jimmy) Barrera of Midland and Juan Antonio (Tony) Barrera of Midland; Three Brothers - Homero Barrera of Pecos; Gilberto Barrera of San Antonio; and Juan Manuel Valles of Andrews; Two Sisters - Rita Gonzales of Andrews and Virginia Ochoa of Del Rio, Four Grandchildren and Two Great Grandchildern.

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Orlando Villa, 30, of Odessa (formerly of Andrews) passed away Monday May 7, 2007 at his home in odessa.

a Memorial services will be held at 4:00 PM Friday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Rick Doyle of Means Memorial United Methodist Church in Andrews will officiate. Services are entrusted to McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Orlando was born April 12, 1977 in Ojiaga, Mexico. he moved to Andrews in 1982 with his family.
He married Brandy Martin July 31, 1999 in Andrews.

He was a lineman for Sun Electric for the past several years.

he is survived by: Wife - Brandy Villa of Odessa; Two Sons - Leyton and Jonathan Villa of Odessa; One Daughter - Caymberlyn Villa of Odessa; His Parents - Catarino and Gloria Villa of Andrews; Grandmother Tomasa Hernadez of Andrews; one Brother - Hasam Villa of Odessa; and Two Sisters - Cynthia Valdez of Edmond, Oklahoma; and Ivette Villa of San Antonio, Texas.

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Alvaro (AL) C. Gonzalez, 60, of Andrews passed away Sunday, May 6, 2007 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.

Rosary service will be 7:00 PM Tuesday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews. Father Bernard Gully will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Al was born, March 8, 1947 in Eagle Pass, Texas. He moved to Andrews in 1969 from Kermit. Al was very proud to have served in the US Army during the Viet Nam war.
He started his Mexican food restaurant, El Amigo, in Andrews in 1980 and it has grown into one of the most popular restaurants in Andrews and people from all over the area come to get a taste of the wounderfull food, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

Al loved football, and the Dallas Cowboys. Al loved being with his family. He always tried to help people when he could, and he had a soft spot for stray animals.

Al was a member of the Andrews Chamber of Commerce and a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Andrews.

He is survived by; Wife - Sylvia Gonzalez of Houston, Texas; Long time Friend - Merced Burciaga of Andrews; Two Sons- Alvaro Gonzalez, III of El Paso, Texas; Cristopher B. Gonzalez of Andrews; Three Daughters - Melissa Gonzalez and Erica Gonzalez both of Spring, Texas and Crystal B. Gonzalez of Andrews; One Brother - Juan C. Gonzalez of Loving, NM; two Sisters - Otila G. Bell of Odessa; Cruz G. Bailey of Rio Rancho, NM; and 2 - Grandchildren.

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Services for Rose Hart, 92 of Andrews, will be a Graveside service, 2:00 PM Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at Canton Township Cemetery, Canton, Kansas. Officiating will be the Rev. Richard Brooks, pastor of Canton United Methodist Church. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.

Rose passed away Sunday, May 6, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews. She was born on March 18, 1915 in Doles Park, Kansas. She married Ralph Hart on September 22, 1937 in Marion County, Kansas. Mr. Hart preceded her in death on August 19, 1984. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Andrews.

Survivors include, daughters: Margery Wheeler, Houston, Texas and Gaye Arthur, Andrews, Texas, brothers: Harold Schmidt, McPherson, Kansas and Max Schmidt, Thorton, Colorado, sister: Betty Johnson, Strasburg, Colorado, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a daughter Carol Hart and a son Gerold Hart.

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Services for Mary "Dollie" Vick Jennings, 73 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at the First United Pentecostal Church. Officiating will be Rev. James Linton, pastor. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Dollie passed away Friday afternoon, April 27, 2007 in Odessa. She was born on January 30, 1934 in Franklin County, Texas. She worked as a nurse's aid in nursing homes before retirement. Survivors include, daughters; Maquetia Allene Wilson, Hendersonville, Tennessee, Debra Kay Linton, Andrews, sons; Buddy Youngblood, Lovington, New Mexico and Jerry Neal Youngblood, Granbury, Texas, brother; Charles Vick, Pampa, Texas, twelve grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Leo, Cleo, Clyde and Earl Vick, six sisters; Doris Elders, Hazel Pike, Illena Albright, Syble Dossey, Tincie Mae Vick and Bea Justice; and two Granddaughters, Cathrine Allene Tison and Kayla Grissom.

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Services for Charles Ray Teakell, 55 of Andrews, will be a graveside service 2:00 PM Thursday, April 26, 2007 in the Andrews Old Cemetery. Officiating will be Rev. Glenn Hammack. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Charles passed away at his residence Tuesday, April 24, 2007. He was born on October 3, 1951 in Driggs, Idaho. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam war and also served several years in the National Guard.

Survivors include, mother: Rosie Teakell, Andrews, sister: Bobbie Sue Vail, Garland. His father preceded him in death on May 21, 2002.

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Cpl. Ray M. Bevel, 22, of Andrews was killed in combat, Saturday, April 21, 2007 in Baghdad, Iraq while proudly serving our Country in the United States Army.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Monday, April 30, 2007 at the James Roberts Civic Center in Andrews.The Rev. Doug Kello, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in Weimar, Texas, will be officiating. Graveside services will be held in the Andrews North Cemetery.

Ray was born October 4, 1984 in Breckenridge, Texas. He graduated from Andrews High School in 2003. His favorite class was Metal Shop and competed numerous times at the state level. He enjoyed building trailers and barbeque pits. Ray loved to work with the youth group at First Baptist Church in Andrews, loved going on ski trips with the church, and loved playing golf. Ray married Brooke Hooper on December 10, 2005 in Odessa, Texas. After joining the Army, Ray graduated basic training in Fort Benning, Georgia. Cpl. Bevel served with the 10th Mountain Division, Air I, Charlie Company, Ft. Drum, New York. Cpl. Bevel was preceded in death by grandparents, Graham Bevel and Jess Hobbs.

Ray is survived by his wife: Brooke Bevel of Odessa; his parents: Jerry and Lonna Bevel of Andrews; mother: Christy Hobbs Bevel of Lubbock; brothers: Jerry Don Bevel of Odessa, Private Rusty Smith of Fort Wainright, Alaska; sister: Keisha Bevel of Andrews; grandparents: Ruth Willis of Rockwall, Texas, Betty Hobbs of Odessa, Jerry and Susan Hallmark of Lingerville, Texas, great grandmothers: Willie Mae Hallmark of Stephenville, Texas, Dorothy Wiseman of Belmont, Illinois; uncles: David Hobbs, Mike Bevel, Greg Bevel, and Don Hallmark.

The family request the memorial gifts be made to the Andrews County Veterans Memorial, 700 West Broadway, Andrews, Texas 79714. Or to the Care Packages for Troups in Memory of Cpl. Ray Bevel, at First Basin Credit Union in Andrews, Texas.

Public visitation for Cpl. Bevel will take place Saturday, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Sunday 12:00PM to 3:00 PM and again from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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Joyce Gunn, 80, of Andrews passed away Saturday, April 14, 2007 at Home Hospice House in Odessa.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8 PM at McNett Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, at Andrews West Cemetery, followed by a Memorial Service at 3:00 PM at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are by McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.
Joyce was born June 24, 1926 at Gonzales, Texas. She moved to Andrews in 1974. Joyce spent many years serving in both the Permian Regional Medical Center Auxiliary in Andrews and the Medical Center Hospital Auxiliary. Her specialty was making tray favors for the patients. Joyce took great care in making sure patients had something on their tray to cheer them up. She also served on the State Board as chairman of many committees from 1994 through 2005. She devoted much of her time and love towards the Auxiliary women making friends from all over the state.
She and her husband Buster loved Country and Western dancing, traveling to various little towns for just that purpose. They also traveled extensively after they retired and really loved taking Dan Dipert bus tours around the country. They also traveled to Mexico, Canada, Europe and Australia.
She was an active member of the Red Hat Society and was the charter Queen Mother of the "Red Hatters" in Odessa.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Buster Gunn in 2006 and five sisters and one brother and her parents.
She is survived by three daughters - Peggy Chew of San Antonio; Diann Perkins and Della Weaver both of Odessa. One brother - Walter Thoms of Taylor, Texas and one grandson - Joseph Weaver of Odessa.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer society or the Permian Regional Medical Center Auxilliary.

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James (Jim) Reitzer, 79, of Andrews passed away Sunday April 8, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at Northcrest Baptist Church in Andrews.
Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Thursday at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Uvalde, Texas

Jim was born May 21, 1927 in Hondo, Texas.
He married Wanda Beckwith, June 28, 1986 in Uvalde, Texas. They moved to Andrews in 1992 from Uvalde.

Jim worked as a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed firshing, Traveling and listening to Fiddle Music.

Jim is survived by: Wife - Wanda Reitzer of Andrews; Sister - Ethel Hawkins of Uvalde; Step-daughter - Lynne Johnson of Amarillo, Texas; Mother-in-law - Dorothy Skidmore of Andrews; Sisters-in-law - Shirley Loyd and Carol Bishop both of Andrews. Brother-in-law - Jack Beckwith of Odessa.

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Eleaner P. Burris, 79 of Andrews, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Eleaner was born on September 12, 1927 in Drumright, Oklahoma. She married LeRoy Burris on November 27, 1950 in Drumright, Oklahoma. Mr. Burris preceded her in death on October 18, 2004.

Survivors include, daughters: Laura Burris, Andrews and Gloria Ray, Herford, Texas, 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.

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Services for Beatrice Gaines, 83, of Canadian, Oklahoma, formerly of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 10, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Beatrice passed away Friday, April 6, 2007 in MCalester, Oklahoma. She was born on August 17, 1923 in Corsicana, Texas. She married Robert Lee "Chuck" Gaines on June 24, 1939 in Erath County, Texas. Robert preceded her in death in 1979. Beatrice was a retired nurses aid and a member of the Northcrest Baptist Church.

Survivors include: son: Doug Gaines, Canadian, Ok, daughters: Betty Gaines, Andrews and Linda Drake, Glenrose, TX, 6 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

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Services for Gilbert Gonzales, 69 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Monday, April 9, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. A prayer service will be Sunday at 7:00 PM in McNett Chapel. Burial will be in the Andrews North Cemetery.

Gilberto passed away Thursday morning, April 5, 2007 at the Home Hospice House in Odessa. He was born on May 2, 1937 in Poteet, Texas. He married Guadalupe Ramos on October 16, 1956 in Big Spring, Texas. He was a truck driver for several years before illness forced retirement. He was a Catholic.

Survivors include, wife Guadalupe of Searcy, Arkansas, special friend, Ida Garcia, Andrews, sons: Max Lopez and Flario Gonzales both of Odessa, Gilbert Gonzales, Jr. and Ruben Gonzales both of Andrews, Johnny Gonzales, Little Rock, Arkansas, daughters: Bruna Mangan, Bakersfield, California, Rosario Cartwright and Josie Todd both of Monahans, Mary Jane Finley, Searcy, Arkansas, brothers: Valdemar Gonzales, George Gonzales, Roger Gonzales and Guillermo Gonzales all of Andrews, sisters: Julia Gonzales, Adrian, Michigan, Elida Balderas, San Antonio, Texas, Alicia Rivera, Poteet, Texas and Celia Gonzales, Andrews, 26 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

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Charlie Valles, 18, of Andrews passed away early Tuesday April 3, 2007.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Friday at Calvary Baptist Church in Andrews. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Charlie was born June 3, 1988 in Andrews to Carlos and Mary Valles. Charlie was a life long resident of Andrews. He was a senior at Andrews High School.

Charlie loved to ride motorcycles and dirt bikes. he also loved NASCAR and going to races at Texas Motor Speedway with his Dad. Charlie was a hard worker and was working for Wood Group ESP in Midland.

Charlie is Survived by: His Parents - Carlos and Mary Valles of Andrews; His Little Sisters - Chelsea Marie and Amanda Elizabeth Valles both of Andrews. Grandmothers - Luz Hernandez and Maria Valles both of Andrews; and Great-Grandmother - Juanita Soto of Mexico.

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Miranda Leigh Helbig, infant daughter of Chris and Teresa Helbig, of Andrews was born and passed awayThursday March 29, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center in Andrews.

Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Monday, April 2, 2007 at Andrews North Cemetery Babyland. Rev. Kevin Covington, Pastor of Second Baptist Church in Andrews will Officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Miranda is survived by: her Mom and Dad - Chria and Teresa Helbig of Andrews; Two Sisters - Alexyss Helbig of Midland and Brianna Helbig of Andrews; Grand parents- Dale and Ruth Unruh of Andrews and Ann Helbig of Andrews.

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Funeral services for Dorothy L. Martin Meador, 76, of Matador will be held at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday March 27, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Matador
with Rev. Matt Crawford and Rev. Jerry Golden officiating. Interment will
be in the Whiteflat Cemetery under the direction of Seigler Funeral Home of
Matador. Dorothy was born June 17, 1930 in Motley County, Texas. She married Clifford P 'Pip' Martin in 1947 at
Vernon, Texas. He preceded her in death on May 29, 1977. Dorothy later
married James Meador in 1986 at Roaring Springs, Texas. He preceded her in
death on August 17, 2003. Mrs. Meador was a homemaker, lifelong resident of
Motley County, and a member of the Red Hat Society. She was a member of the
First Baptist Church of Matador where she was a Sunday School Teacher, a part of the Vacation Bible School Program, and on the Funeral Meal Committee for many years.
Survivors Include:1 Son: Stanley Martin and wife Melisa of Andrews, Texas1 Daughter: Frances Welling and husband Jim of Midlothian, Texas, 1 Brother: Jeff Morriss of Carlsbad, New Mexico, 1 Sister: Grace Barnett of Los Cruces, New Mexico, 6 Grandchildren and 3 great-Grandchildren

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Services for Laura Naomi Benton, 100 of Andrews will be a Graveside service, 10:00 AM Monday, March 26, 2007 in the Andrews Old Cemetery. Officiating will be Dr. Jeff Donnell, pastor of First Baptist Church. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Laura passed away Friday, March 23, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center. She was born on December 9, 1906 at Jayton, Texas. She married Mark Benton on February 12, 1925 in Claremont, Texas. Laura was a member of the First Baptist Church. She worked for the Rose theater in Andrews for 40 years before rertirement. Mark preceded her in death on March 13, 1986.

Survivors include a son: A.T. Benton, Channelview, Texas, five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren.

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Rose L. Carlson, 94, passed away Thursday March 22, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

Funeral Servicecs will be 4:00 PM Monday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Rev, Larry Brewer of City of Refuge Church will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Rose was born January 1, 1913 in Loman, Minnesota.
Rose had an adventurous life. she graduated from Teaching College during the depression, when it was hard to find work, so she waited tables. She served in the US Navy during WWII from January 1944 until September 1945. She latter worked for the Office of Indian Affairs, She owned a resturant , and a gas station.
Rose aslo loved to travel and she traveled the world visiting many many different countries.

She was preceded in death by two husbands, Edwin Christianson in 1975 and Clifford Carlson in 1986. and two brothers, Clifford and Roland Peterson.


She is survived by: her adopted family-Sarah Ellis of Andrews who was like a sister to Rose; Sherri and Gonzalo Chavez, II of Andrews, and her her Grandchildren; Gonzalo Chaves, III; Sarah Marie, Victoria Esther, and Ezikiel James Chavez all of Andrews.

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Celia Gutierrez, 63, of Andrews passed away Sunday March 18, 2007 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.

A Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Tuesday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday at Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church, Rev. Bernard Gully will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Celia was born March 27, 1943 in Alpine, Texas. She moved to Andrews in 1975 from Seminole, Texas.
She loved to listen to music and enjoyed raising plants and flowers and even played music for them too. She loved to watch scarry movies and shop. And she loved to be with her family.

She is survived by: five sons - Mike and wife Lola Garcia of Andrews; Javier and wife Mikki Gutierrez and Ralph and wife Lori Gutierrez both of Florida; Silvianoand wife Toni Gutierrez and Frank and wife Norma Gutierrez both of Andrews; two daughters - Nora Wake and husband John of Andrews and JoAnn Rodriguez and husband Jose Louis of Hobbs, NM.,one sister - Estella Llanez of Hobbs, NM; 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

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Nadean Shipley, 66, of Andrews passed away on Friday, March 16, 2007 at her home. She was born to Henry and Vivian Wolfe in Powderly, Texas on January 13, 1941. She was a graduate of Andrews High School. She drove a school bus for Andrews ISD for 26, years before retiring in 2006. She loved working outdoors in her yard and driving her bus. She provided love and joy for her children and granchildren. She never met a stranger or a child she couldn't make laugh.

Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 19, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Burial follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by one son Richard Sellers in 1979 and one grandson Christopher Breeding in 2005.

She is survived by her three daughters Tonya Horn of Gilmer, Texas, Rachelle Gains of Midlalnd, Texas and Paul and Tracy Mainka of Andrews, five grandchildren. Scott Gaines of Shallowater, Texas, Lockie Breeding of Gilmer, Texas, Roxanne, Paula and Ryan Mainka all of Andrews. Honorary children. Auden and Yolanda Saenz and grandchildren Auden, Jr and Aaron all of Andrews. Five sisters, Carolyn Meyers of Odessa, Texas, Bobby and Shirley McWilliams of Midland, Texas, Charlie and Maxine Kinney, Benny and Janicse Brown, Jose and Marshia Perez, one brother Larry and Joanne Wolfe all of Andrews. Numerous nephews and nieces and her bus barn family.

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Lillie (Faye) Gallentine, 84, of Andrews passed away Thursday March 15, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

Graveside Services will be 4:00 PM Saturday at Gaines County Cemetery in Seminole, Texas. Johnnie Miller of Andrews, will officiate. Arrangments are by McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Faye was born June 25, 1922 in Peacock, Texas.She moved to Andrews in 1972 from Stanford, Texas.Faye worked as a waitress for many years. She loved to work in her yard and garden and spend time taking care of her family.She was a Baptist.

Faye is survived by: two sons - Dick Lemons of Abilene and Donnie Lemons of Hammond, Oklahoma: one daughter - Fayrene Latimer of Andrews: one sister - Jesse Nichols of Abilene: 11 grandchildren, 14 great- grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren.

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Services for Jose Jimenez, 60 of Andrews, will be 7:00 PM Sunday, March 11, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation will follow on Monday.

Jose passed away Friday, March 9, 2007 at his residence in Andrews. He was born on May 30, 1946 in Chihuaha, Mexico. He married Teresa Jaquez on November 22, 1967 in Chihuahua, Mexico. He was a truck driver for several years before retirement.

Survivors include, wife: Teresa of Andrews, mother: Lucia Villalobos of Hobbs, New Mexico, sons: Jose A. Jimenez and Cesar V. Jimenez both of Andrews, Luis G. Jimenez of Odessa and Mario Jimenez of Colorado Springs, Colorado, daughter: Blanca Jimenez of Chihuahua, Mexico, sister: Graciela Lopez and Maria Scott of Hobbs, New Mexico, brother: Mario Gonzales of Phoenix, Arizona,nine grandchildren.

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Services for Johnny Wayne Wendeborn, 41 of Andrews will be 1:00 PM Thursday, March 8, 2007 at Calvary Baptist Church. Officiating will be Joe Harper.
Burial will be at 4:00 PM at Trinity Memorial Park Cemetery in Big Spring, Texas. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.

Johnny passed away Sunday, March 4, 2007 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born on January 12, 1966 in Big Spring, Texas. Johnny graduated from Kermit High School in 1984. He was a past volunteer member of the Hamilton fire dept. Johnny worked for the Andrews schools in the maintenance department from 2001 to 2005. He was a member of the Andrews volunteer fire department since 2002 serving as a Capitan. He was also a paramedic for the city of Andrews. Johnny married Rhonda Chase on November 13, 1993 in Midland.

Survivors include, wife: Rhonda, Andrews, parents Bob and Lana Clark, Forsan, Texas, father: Wayne Wendeborn, Thoreau, New Mexico, sons: Colby Wendeborn, Andrews, Matt Morgan, Austin, Texas, daughters: Misty Vanderburg and Desiree Tucker both of Odessa, Texas, brothers: Jeffrey Wendeborn, Gustine, Texas and Mike Clark, Greenwood, Texas, one grand son: Max Aguilar, Odessa, Texas

He was preceded in death by grandparents John and Doris Day who lived in Big Spring.

Memorials may be made to: Colby Wendeborn Fund, National Bank of Andrews.1501 N. Main, Andrews, TX 79714.

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Reba Dene Gillis Tochterman
Our Mississippi Belle went home to her Lord Thursday, March 1, 2007. Her southern charm, genteel manners, practical approach to all pertinent matters, and ability to organize all she took on, which at times was considerable, is sorely missed. It was a joy to her to do what needed to be done.
Reba Dene Gillis was born October 13, 1920, in Philadelphia, Mississippi and was the oldest of three daughters of Judge J.K. and Zelma Gillis. She grew up among the magnolias and developed a lifelong love of all blossoms and gardens. After graduating with a degree in home economics from Mississippi State College for Women in 1942, she taught at Black Jack School in Mississippi for eighteen months until she felt her job was to help the war effort.
Reba worked first for the War Department in Aberdeen, MS as an ordinance inspector for 40mm shells, then spent the last two years of the World War II working as a chemist for Cities Service in Lake Charles, LA manufacturing butadiene to be made into tires for military vehicles. As the war was winding down, it was in Lake Charles where love at first sight hit her when she met Alfred Brill Tochterman, a tall, handsome sailor who was home from the war. They were married Aug. 11, 1946 in Philadelphia, then settled in Edna, TX where Brill returned to his job with Mobil Oil.
She taught home economics and started her family with three boys who were, as Miss Reba would say, “full of life.” Thirteen years later, Mobil sent them to Tatum, NM where they were overjoyed with the family addition of a daughter with the voice of an angel. A year later, Mobil saw fit for them to make Andrews their home.
Reba taught fourth grade at Underwood Elementary where some of her immigrant students learned a more genteel English with a distinctive southern resonance. As she trotted from ball games to Cub Scouts to singing lessons to art classes to church suppers and Women’s Missionary Union activities, Reba kept it all in stride because she was a born organizer. A lifelong Methodist, her talent lay in recognizing what needed to be done and her mission was getting things done. From canning a hundred cans of tomatoes to preparing 125 chickens in a day from coop to freezer, to recruiting choir members when the church choir loft looked a little lean, to finding a school in El Paso that needed help, funds and encouragement, to taking the altar flowers from Sunday services to the shut-ins and nursing home residents, Reba always looked at the practical side of life (“Those flowers just sit there and die in the church – they need to be spread around and enjoyed,” she declared).
After retirement she would travel to many of the places she loved to teach about, delivered Meals on Wheels, taught at Andrews Literacy Program, was active in Daughters of the American Revolution, and led the Andrews Retired Teachers. She possessed the requisite excellent cooking skills of all southern belles, and when she did sit down, she read, sewed, worked on genealogy, or painted. And she loved to tell a good story.
Reba was preceded in death by both her parents and two younger sisters, Wilda and Mildred. She is survived by her husband, Brill; her children: Al and Sandy Tochterman of Midland, John Tochterman of Andrews, Jerry and Cindy Tochterman of Andrews, and Lucy and Jim Bourland of Las Vegas, NV; six grandchildren: Trey Tochterman of Midland, Trevor Tochterman and Jerred Tochterman of Lubbock, Judd Tochterman of Austin, Emily Bourland of La Crosse, WS, and Katie Bourland of Las Vegas, NV; and her caretaker, Susie Jimenez of Andrews.

Services will be Saturday March 3 at 2 pm at McNett Funeral Home. The Tochterman Family requests that memorials be made to Friends of the Andrews County Library, Home Hospice (803 N. Main, Andrews), or Alzheimer’s Association (Midland, TX).

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Elsie P. Schnug, 95 of Andrews, passed away Thursday morning, March 1, 2007 at Permian Regional Medical Center. Services will be at a later date.

Elsie was born on September 10, 1911 in Madison, South Dakota. She married Byron Schnug on June 10, 1944 in Victorville, CA. They moved to Andrews in 1957 from Clear Lake, Iowa. Elsie was a homemaker and a member of the Seven Day Adventist.

Byron preceded her in death on June 15, 1994.

Elsie is survived by a niece, nephew sister-in-law and several friends.

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Elmont (Bill) Suggs, 83, of Odessa passed away Wednesday February 28,2007 at Alliance Hospital in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Monday At McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Rev.Alvin Petty pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church of Andrews will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Bill was born May 17, 1923 in Parris, Arkansas. He Served in the US Army from 1943 untill he retired in 1971 as a First Sergeant. He married Waltrauth (Trutty) Werner in Manhiem Germany on April 14, 1955.

Bill was a doting husband and loved to spoil he wift Trutty, he also loved to hunt and fish.
After his retirement he had an exterminating business. He and trutty also work in real estate, Buing and Homes fixing them up and selling them or keeping them as rental property.

He is survived by: Wife - Trutty Suggs, of Odessa; One Brother - O.L. Suggs of Demming, NM and One Sister - Martha Cook of Poterville, California.

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Malta Hammond, 98 of Andrews, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews.

Services are pending with Stacy-Wilkins Funeral Home in Goldthwaite, Texas.

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Services for Darrell L. Ashley, 52 of Andrews, will be 11:00 AM Graveside at Snyder Cemetery Snyder, Texas, Wednesday, February 28, 2007. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.

Darrell passed away Sunday morning, February 25, 2007, at his residence.

He was born on May 17, 1954 in Snyder. He graduated from high school in Seminole, Texas 1972. He married Nancy Adams on January 1, 1981 in Lamesa, Texas.

He served in the Navy durring the Vietnam war. Darrell was a lease operator.

Survivors include; wife, Nancy, Andrews, son; Larry Fletcher, Dallas, daughters; Becky Terry, Big Spring, Ann Llorente, Killeen and Kimberly Whitt, Big Spring, Mother; Mary June Ashley, Kingsland; grandmother, Tommie McGinty, Kingsland, brothers; Jerry of College Station, Texas and David of Kingsland, sister; Kenita Ashley, Kingsland, 20 grandchildren anad 15 great grandchildren.

A son Russell fletcher, preceded him in death in 2003, and his father, Kenneth Dale Ashley in 2001.

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Forrest B. Guest, 77 of Andrews, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2007 at his residence. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Memorial services will be at a later date.

Forrest was born on August 31, 1929 at Sonora, Texas. He married Marietta Dawn Rucker on January 29, 1949 in Del Rio, Texas. He was a long time Andrews resident, working as a ranch manager and a truck driver. He was a member of McKinney Acres Baptist Church.

Survivors include; Wife Marietta, Andrews, daughters; Haroletta Henry, Rockdale, TX, Billy Dell Brumbelow, Hutto, TX, Forrest Ann Roubison, Eldorado, TX and Jannie Lemond, Andrews, sister; Clara Dell Jones, San Angelo, TX ten grandcildren and seven great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Johnny B., Homer Ray Guest and a brother, William "Bill" Guest.

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James (Jim) Haigood, 62, of Lubbock passed away Thursday, February 22, 2007 in Lubbock.

Graveside services will be 4:00 PM Monday, February 26, 2007 at Andrews North Cemetery. Greg Newton of Bowie, Texas will officiate. Services are intrusted to McNett Funeral Home.

Jim was born July 3, 1944 in Tahoka, Texas to James L. and Marie Haigood.
He was a former resident of Andrews for many years. He worked as a Salesman for Justice Brothers.
He enjoyed Race cars and playing Poker.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Allan Haigood.

Jim is survived by: Three Daughters - Brenda Tramell of Snyder; Pam Thatcher of Andrews and Tina Ellis of Snyder; Three Sons - Bo Haigood of Honalulu, Hawaii; Dustin Haigood of Lubbock; and Josh Haigood of Savanah, Georgia. One Brother - Wayne Haigood of Bowie, Texas; Two Sisters - Sue Haigood and Doris Haigood both of Austin; 14 Grandchildren and 7 Great-Grandchildren.

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Janie Robertson, 73 of Andrews passed away Friday, February 16, 2007 in Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews. She was born on December 21, 1933 in Nacogdoches, Texas. She was a registered nurse and worked in a doctors office in Andrews for many years before retirement. No services are planned at this time.

Survivors include; sons John Robertson, Jr. of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Phillip Robertson of Midland, daughter; Karen Reed of Denver City, Texas; brothers, John C. Norton of Silsbee, Texas, Floyd Eugene Norton of Sweeney, Texas; sisters, Emily Neff of Houston, Texas and Mary Ann Brazeale of Angleton, Texas; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

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Services for Nadine Black, 71 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, February 17, 2007 at Means Memorial United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle, pastor of Means Methodist. Burial will follow in the Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Nadine passed away Thursday morning at Andrews Permian Regional Medical Center. She was born on April 8, 1935 in Stonewall County, Texas. She grew up at Old Glory and graduated from high school there. She married G.C. Black, Sr. on June 7, 1953 in Hamlin, Texas.
Nadine was a homemaker and a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

Survivors include; husband, G.C. Black, Sr., Andrews; son Gerome Black, Jr. and wife Cindy of Seminole, Texas; daughter, Trudee Reed and husband Dwayne of Monahans, Texas; mother Elaine Johnson of Albuquerque, New Mexico; sister Nell Gibson and husband Jack of Albuquerque, New Mexico; five grandchildren, Casey Reed and husband Rick of Lubbock, Texas, Gerod Black and wife Callie of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Rocky Reed and wife Brin of Merkel,
Texas, Travis Reed, Lubbock, Texas, Rachel Reed, Monahans, Texas; 2 great grand children, Taylor and Evan Reed both of Lubbock. A sister Glenda Lodge, preceded her in deathin 2002.

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Murretta J. Van Jelgerhuis, 83, of Andrews passed away Friday February 9, 2007 at her home in Andrews.

Graveside services will be Tuesday February 13, 2007 at Andrews West Cemetery. Members of the Family will speak at the service.
Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Murretta was born March 11, 1923 at Indianapolis, Indiana. She married Daniel Van Jelgerhuis August 31, 1940 in Indianapolis.

She worked as a cook and manager for the Albequerque School District and for the University of New Mexico.
She and her husband moved to Andrews in 1984 from Belen, New Mexico.

She loved to readand enjoyed fishing and camping with her husband.

She was preceded in death by her husband Daniel in 1999.

She is survived by; Three Daughters - Juanita Horton of Andrews, Judith Lewis of Andrews, and Patricia Joss of Nevada; One Son - Donald Lee Van Jelgerhuis of Odessa; One Brother - Harry Normington of Indiana and two Sisters - Helen Whittington and Rose Mary Normington both of Indiana. Nine Grandchildren and 17 Great-Grandchildren.

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Services for Hazel Floy Tompkins, 91 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Wesley United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Alvin Petty, pastor of Wesley. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Hazel passed away Thursday, February 8, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center. She was born on May 10, 1915 in Idabel, Oklahoma. She married Ezra Tompkins on November 17, 1934 in Idabel, Oklahoma. Ezra passed away on January 17, 1957. Hazel was a retired dietary supervisor for Permian Regional Hospital and was a "Pink" lady with the Permian Regional Hospital auxiliary. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.

Survivors include; son, Bobby Dale Tompkins, daughter, Velma Ruth Hancock both of Andrews; brother Burl Mays, Franklin, Tennessee; sisters, Ruby Wortham, Andrews, Ester Wonders, Hollister, Missouri, one grand child,Deana Compton,two great grandchildren, Amanda Compton, Lynn Tant and three great great grandchildren, Shelee Liveley, Tiffani Tant and Matthew Tant.

Visitation will be from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday, February 9, 2007.

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Sharon Menefee Jones, 43, of Lubbock passed away Tuesday February 6, 2007 at University Medical Center in Lubbock.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Monday February 12, 2007 at Clalvary Baptist Church in Andrews. Rev. Julius Brooks of Midland and Rev. Bennie Anderson of Canyon will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Sharon was born September 18, 1963 in Andrews, Texas. She graduated from Andrews High School in 1982 and attended Odessa College and Texas Tech University.
She married Gary Jones in 1994 in Lubbock. She was a Bus driver for Durham Transportation and she lived in Lubbock for the past 25 years.
She loved football and Basketball, The Texas Tech Red Raiders and th Dallas Cowboys. She loved her children and was a good mother.

She was preceded in death by her Father - Robert Earl Menefee in 2003, and a daughter - Candice Nicole in 1985.

She is survived by - her ex husband - Gary Jones of Lubbock; Three Daughters - Brittney Jones; Kandra Jones and Azah Jones all of Lubbock; Her Mother - Annie Menefee of Andrews; one Brother - Robert Menefee, Jr. of Odessa; four Sisters - Pearlie Mae Thomas of Lubbock; Doretta Menefee of San Diego, CA; Brenda Menefee of Andrews; and Melissa Green of Andrews. and one Granddaughter - Sylbria Brinkley of Lubbock.

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Services for Billy Joe "Bill" Weschke, 75 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, February 10, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be ministers John Snider of Greenwood and Moody Conner of Andrews. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Bill passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at his residence. He was born on August 18, 1931 in Littlefield, Texas. He married Jo Margaret Tunnell on April 4, 1954 in Lubbock. They moved to Andrews in 1963. Bill was a butcher for many years before retirement. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Jo in 1997 and one son Craig in 2004.

Survivors inclulde a son Ralph Weschke of Andrews. three grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

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Joel Adkins, 71, of Andrews passed away peacefully Monday February 5, 2007 at Home Hospice House in Odessa after an agonizing battle with cancer.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 PM Friday at First Baptist Church in Andrews. Dr. Jeff Donnell , Pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Joel was born May 18, 1935 in Ryan, Oklahoma. Joel served it the US Army. He married Mary Beth Taylor, May 27, 1961 in Dallas. He lived in Andrews from 1957 until 1964 when he and Mary Beth moved to Carrollton Texas. Joel was very involved in his community. He was active as a volunteer fireman, served on the City Zoning board; Jr. Deacon at First Baptist Church in Dallas was a deacon at First Baptist Church Carrollton. He was active in United Way, Toastmasters and the Masonic Lodge.

He worked for Halliburton for 30 years in International Sales, and had invented several tools used in the oil and gas industry and also held several Halliburton patents for oil field, down-hole equipment. He retired in 1994 and in 1996 He and Mary Beth moved back to Andrews from Phoenix, Arizona.

Joel is now in heaven, no doubt entertaining angels with his humor in a pain free body. Joel was a great father, grandfather, husband, Brother in law, Christian and friend.

Joel was a friend to all and a stranger to none.

He is survived by: His Wife - Mary Beth Adkins of Andrews, Texas; Two Daughters - L'Jon Gryder and husband Guy of Orange, Texas; Angie Rodebaugh and husband Mike of Orange County, California; Two Brothers - Bobby Adkins of Prescott, AZ; and Darrell Adkins of Andrews; and Three Grandchildren - Noah, Joel and Kate Rodebaugh of Orange County, California.

We trust that “all things work together for good to those who love God, who are called according to his promise.” Romans 8:28.

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Charlotte Ann Underwood, 56, of Midland lost a long and couragous battle with MS Monday February 5, 2007.

Graveside services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday February 7, 2007 at Andrews West Cemetery. Rev. Bryan Johnson form Home Hospice of Andrews will officiate. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home in Andrews.

Charlotte was born January 1, 1951 in Hobbs, NM and was the first baby of the new year in Hobbs.
She married Jo Ed Underwood November 17, 1987 in Midland, and moved to Andrews where she lived until moving to Midland 2 years ago. She was a homemaker and mother. She loved to play Bingo, work crossword puzzles, listen to music, and watch Humming Birds. She also loved flowers and butterflies.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jo in 1998.

She is survived by: Two Daughters - Kim Turner of Ceader Park, TX; and Karen Shouse of Vidor, TX; One Son - Brian Norris of Oklahoma; Step-son -Ed Underwood and Step-daughter - Cindy Cordova both of Lindell, Texas; Two Brothers - Dwayne Freeman of Merkel and Miron Sargent of Keller; One Sister - Pat Osborne of Midland, Texas; and Four Grandchildren.

The family would like to express thier gratitude to the Staff of Terrace West Nursing Home and Home Hospice of Midland for the wounderful loving care of thier Mother, Grandmother and Sister.

Memorial gifts may be made to Home Hospice of Midland.

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Funeral services for Mary McNett, 90, of Andrews will be 2:00 PM Monday, February 5, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews with Rev. Don Laird, Pastor of First Assembly of God Church in Caldwell, Texas, Dr. Jeff Donnell, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Andrews, and Rev. Bryan Johnson, Home Hospice Chaplain in Andrews, officiating. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Buffard Wagner, Norman Sherrill, Darrel Adkins, Lawrence Freeze, Andy Jenkins, and Gilbert Land.

She passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews.

She was born on June 21, 1916 in Woodward County, Oklahoma to Charles Edward Kelly and Nellie Sophie Custer Kelly. She was raised in Granola, Oklahoma and married Marvin Henry McNett on on September 18, 1934 in Newkirk, Oklahoma. They had lived in Ponca City, Oklahoma, Borger, Odessa, Hobbs, NM and moved to Andrews in 1946. She was a homemaker and had been very involved in her earlier years at the First Assembly of God Church in Andrews. She was currently a member of Maranatha Assembly of God Church in Andrews. She was preceded in death by her husband on November 1, 2004; her parents; 2 sisters: Alpha Hoggat and Nina Bailey; 3 brothers: Elmer, Elvin, and Alfred Kelly.

She is survived by her 3 sons: Eddie McNett and wife Betty of Andrews, Dean McNett and wife Darla of Andrews, Ken McNett and wife Debbie of Tulsa, Oklahoma; 2 brothers: Edward Kelly and wife Iva of Winters, California and Arthur Kelly of Chelsea, Oklahoma; 1 brother in law: Richard McNett and wife Imogene of Davis, Oklahoma; 3 sister in laws: Edna Grace of Blackwell, Oklahoma, Edna Kelly of Carrington, North Dakota, and Ethel Kelly of Blackwell, Oklahoma; 3 grandchildren: Ora Lee Schiele and husband Wayne of Watertown, New York, Brian McNett and wife Veronica of Andrews, and Becky Johnson and husband Rex of Andrews; 4 step grandchildren: Bobby Mishler and wife Kristen of College Station, Robert LaRue and wife Kristie of Andrews, Don Paul LaRue of Andrews, and Denise LaRue Wilson of California; 6 great grandchildren; and 8 step great grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to Home Hospice, 803 North Main Street, Andrews, Texas 79714 or Andrews Senior Center, PO Box 327, Andrews, Texas 79714.

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Services for C.A. "Charlie" Mitchell, 86 of Kermit, Texas, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, February 1, 2007 in the First Baptist Church in Kermit, Texas. Officiating will be Rev. Russell Smith, North Carolina. Burial will follow in the Kermit Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.
Charlie passed away Monday, January 29, 2007 in Andrews. He was born on October 7, 1920 in Monahans, Texas. He married Vivian Guthrie on July 8, 1939 at Potosie, Missouri. He was a rancher in Winkler and Ward counties for many years. Charlie was a member of the Kermit First Baptist Church.

Survivors include; daughter, Cheryl and husband Robert Roark, Andrews; brother, Bill Mitchell, Kermit; grandchildren, Ross and wife Sharon Roark, Monahans, Rachel and husband Bart Rankin, Dallas; and a great grandchild, Finnley Mitchell Rankin, Dallas.

Charlie was preceded in death by two brothers, A.P. and George Mistchell, a sister Ethel Fay Brumlow.

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Jerry Piper-McDaniel, 78, of Andrews passed away Sunday, January 28, 2007 at her home.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday January 31, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Andrews. Dr. Jeff Donnell will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Jerry was born August 11, 1928 in Eastland, Texas. She married Fred Piper September 12, 1948 in Eastland. They moved to Andrews in 1953 From Kaufman County, Texas.
Mr. Piper preceded her in death in 1989.
Jerry married George McDaniel November 21, 1992 in Andrews.
Jerry Graduated from the University of North Texas in 1949 and taught School for over 47 years. She loved her school kids even after retiring she served as a Substitute teacher for close to 10 years.
She loved music and playing games with her family, working crossword puzzles and Gig Saw puzzles. She also enjoyed Needle Point and Quilting. She was a past member of the American Association of University Women.

She was Preceded in death by - her parents, Paul and Verna McFarland, three brothers - Roland Jone and William McFarland, and one sister - Peggy Morse.

She is Survived by: Her Husband - George McDaniel; Four Daughters - Paula Thurmond of College Station, Texas; Pam Fisher of Andrews; Peggy Stavinoha of Andrews; and Pat Locke of Tomball, Texas; One Brother - Robert McFarland of Alpine, Texas, Four Step-Sons - Mike McDaniel of Lewisville, Texas; Chuck McDaniel of Dallas; Dick McDaniel of Arlington; John McDaniel of Plano, Texas; 24 Grandchildren and 2 Great - Grandchildren.
The family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Andrews Education Foundation.

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Services for Rev. Teodulo Garcia, 63 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, January 25, 2007 at the Andrews County Civic Center ( James Roberts Center). Officiating will be pastor Jose Angel Alvarez, Joel Mendoza and Robert Duran. Burial will follow in the Andrews North Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Teodulo passed away at his residence Monday, January 22, 2007. He was born on November 18, 1943 in Durango, Mexico. He came to Andrews in 1968 from Mexico. He married Rosa Emiliano on July 24, 1971 in Andrews. He was the pastor of Templo La Nueva Jerusalem Church in Andrews.

Survivors include; Wife Rosa, Andrews; son, Isai Garcia, daughters, Adaly and husband Nick Garcia, Ruth and husband Danny Caballero and Mayra Garcia all of Andrews; parents, Martin and Simona Garcia, Mexico; brothers, Juan Garcia, Jose Eluterio Garcia, both of Mexico, Isidro Garcia, Valentine Garcia, both of Andrews and Efrain Garcia of Hidalgo, Texas; sisters, Maria Isabell Garcia and Manuela Aguirre, both of Andrews and Maria Del Socorro, Weslaco, Texas and four grandchildren, Dianna Garcia, Marc Garcia, Caleb Caballero and Judy Caballero.

He was prededed in death by a brother Francisco Garcia and a sister Maria Carlota Hernandez.

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Services for Leatrice Joy Collins, 79 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Graveside, Monday, January 22, 2007 in Andrews West Cemetery. Officiating will be Rev. Rick Doyle. Services are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Leatrice passed away Thursday, January 18, 2007 in Kermit Nursing Home. She was born on February 6, 1927 in Hope, Arkansas. She married Stewart Collins on February 6, 1972 in Snyder, Texas. Leatrice was Charge Nurse for the Community Hospital in Andrews for 8 years before retirement. She was a member of the Means Memorial United Methodist Church.

Survivors inclulde, Husband Stewart Collins, Andrews; Step-Children Don Collins of Oklahoma, Steve Collins, Andrews; daughter Sandra Guthrie, Andrews; brother William Nelson, Mena, Arkansas; sisters Melba Kelsey anad Esther Ruth Parker, both of Henderson, Texas; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.

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Sydnie W. 'Syd' Helton, 80, of Andrews passed away Tuesday january 16, 2007 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.

Funeral Services will be held 2:00 PM Monday January 22, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Rev. Alvin Petty, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Syd was born October 29, 1926 in Muldoon, Texas He married Billie Ruth Dupree November 18, 1946 in San Angelo, Texas. Syd served in the United States Marine Corps durring the Korean Conflict.
He and Billie moved to Andrews in 1954. He was a heavy equipment operator for many years and retired with Grimmitt Brothers Construction in Andrews.
Syd loved to talk to poeple and share stories with them.

He is survived by: His Wife - Billie Helton of Andrews; One Daughter - Sandra Kay Gibson and her husband Lynn of La Grange, Texas; 2 Grandchildren Jason Gibson and Sydna Kobersky both of La Grange, Three Great-Grandchildren - William Gibson, Braden and Brianna Kobersky all of La Grange; One brother in law and sister in law - Curtis and Joyce Dupree of Arizona; And Special friends - Jim and Anita Meador of Odessa.

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Services for Melba Moore, 80 of Andrews, will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 16, 2007 in McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Cody Hull of Norcross, Georgia. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Melba passed away at the Home Hospice House in Odessa, Saturday, January 13, 2007. She was born on May 31, 1926. She married James Benton Moore in Boswell, Oklahoma. James preceded her in death on January 1, 1981.

Survivors include; three sons, Allen and wife Judy Moore, Mike and wife Mary Beth Moore and Dennis and wife Penny Moore all of Andrews; one brother, Gary Roberts, Bangs, Texas; one sister, Lynell Daniels, Omaha, Texas; six grandchildren, Lisa and husband Coy Martin, Misty and husband Cody Hull, Sherry and husband Mark Longshore, Michelle and husband Jamie Dolan, Michael and wife Jakque Moore and ten great grandchildren. One grandson preceded her in death, Chad Moore in 1989. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Lary Roberts, Melvin Roberts and Leonard Degman and one sister Wanda Hilliard.

Memorials: Home Hosice House, 516 N. Texas, Odessa, TX 79761

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Services for Franklin D. "Cotton" Hughey, 77 of Andrews, will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at McKinney Acres Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. James Beard and Rev. Jim Landry. Burial will follow in the Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Cotton passed away in Odessa, Saturday, January 13, 2007. He was born on November 22, 1929 at Roby, Texas. He married Lona Forgus at Portales, New Mexico. He moved to Andrews in 1965 from Georgetown, Texas. He was a truck driver for years and retired as a bailiff for Andrews County. He was a member of McKinney Acres Baptist Church.

Survivors include; wife, Lona, Andrews; sons, Jim Murrell, Houston, John Murrell, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Frank Hughey, Brownwwood, Texas; daughter, Mary Canning, Boston, Massachusetts; sister Allene Whitaker, Georgetown, Texas; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A son Pete C. Hughey preceded Cotton in death in 1980.

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Funeral services for Alfred "Boots" Campbell, 86, of Andrews will be 2:00 PM Saturday, January 13, 2007 at Clarksville Funeral Home in Clarksville, Texas with Rev. Glenn Hammack, Pastor of House of Mercy Ministries in Andrews, officiating. Burial will follow in the Avery Cemetery in Avery, Texas. Arrangements in Andrews are under the direction of McNett Funeral Home and arrangements in Clarksville are under the direction of Clarksville Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Michael Troxell, Jerry Troxell, Ron George, Aerin Shults, Jason Quick, and Wesley Johnson.

He passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews.

He was born June 24, 1920 in Idabel, Oklahoma to Thomas Emert Campbell and Katie Viola Porton. He attended school in De Kalb, and did not graduate due to his military service. He served in the US Army during WWII. He received his diploma as a honorary graduate of De Kalb High School in 2004. He married Esther Hogland on May 19, 1944 in New Boston, and they moved to Mesquite in 1961. She preceded him in death on August 12, 1980. He worked as a truck driver for 13 years for Mosher Steel Company in Dallas. He married Maedean Alma Hogeland on June 14, 1981 in Andrews. They moved to Andrews in 1983 from Mesquite. He had worked for Cobra Packers in Andrews. He was a member of House Of Mercy Ministries. He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 brother: Roland Campbell; 1 stepson: David Compton in 1996; and 1 stepdaughter: Joan Hammack in 2005.

He is survived by his wife: Maedean Campbell of Andrews; 1 son: David Campbell of Clarksville; 2 daughters: Barbara Shults and Carol Harris of Arlington; 2 brothers: Alton Campbell of Alvin and F.D. Campbell of Valiant, Oklahoma; 3 sisters: Lorene Estes of Avery, Billie Estes of Batesville, Arkansas, and Dorothy Heckadon of Idabel, Oklahoma; 8 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 7 step grandchildren; and 11 step great grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to American Cancer Society or House Of Mercy Ministries in Andrews.

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Jim Chadwick, 70, of Portland, Texas passed away at his home, January 6, 2007.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Friday at City of Refuge Church in Andrews. Larry Brewer, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Old Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home of Andrews.

Mr. Chadwick was born September 1, 1936 in Winnegar, Michigan. He married Marion Reel in Juarez, Mexico, April 21, 1969. They lived in Andrews in 1969 when he was transferd to Louisiana.
He worked in the oil fieldand latter and owned and operated the Rabbit Cove Landing, RV park and Marina at Lake Tawakoni until 1999 when he and Marion moved to Portland, Texas.

He loved to fish and spend time with his family.

He is survived by: His Wife - Marion Chadwick of Portland; Three Sons - Russell Chadwick and his wife Donna of Patterson, Louisiana; Marty Chadwick and his wife Jynna of Andrews; and Charles Reel and his wife Jo Anne of Corpus Christi, Texas; One Brother - Bob Chadwick of Portland; and Seven Grandchildren.

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Cherry Blakeney, 89, of Andrews passed away Friday January 5, 2006 at Permian Residential Care Center.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews. Rev. Bryan Johnson will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.

Cherry was born July 7, 1917 in Peason, Arizona. She married Frank Blakeney September 16, 1934 in Globe, Arizona. They moved to Andrews in 1991 from Pecos, Texas.

She was a Homemaker and Mother. She was a member of the New Life Worship Center in Andrews and she loved the Lord. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She loved to play Bingo and 42.

She was preceded in death by: Her husband, Frank in 2001, her daughter, Betty Wynne in 1974; Sons, Bill in 1989 and Tom in 2004.

She is survived by; One Sons - Kenneth Blakeney of Andrews; 14 Grandchildren and 31 Great-Grandchildren.

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Steven H. Muse, 66, of Big Spring passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2006 at Midland Memorial Hospital.

Family will receive friends at McNett Funeral Home in Andrews on Friday, January 5, 2006 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

He was born May 20, 1940 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Hilliard Muse and Mary Fry Muse. He served in US Army during Vietnam. He owned and operated Muse Telecommunications in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He moved to Big Spring in 2005 from Carlsbad, New Mexico. He was a herbalife representative in Big Spring and was a security guard for Canterbury Retirement Homes. He loved his children and grandchildren; loved to landscape, read, and loved classical music and symphonies. He was Catholic. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 daughter.

He is survived by his 2 daughters: Ana-Alicia McNutt and Janice Gomez of Andrews; 1 son: Richard McNutt of Andrews; 3 grandchildren: Moses Anthony Martinez, Jr., Maria Isabel Y. Martinez, and Alex Ray Martinez.

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Edith Aline Fleming, 87, of Andrews passed away Monday January 1, 2007 at Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews.

Memorial Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, January 6, 2007 at McNett Funeral Home Chapel. Her Grandson, Darrell Floyd of Stephenville, will officiate.

Edith was born December 8, 1919 in Byers, Texas. She moved to Andrews in 1956 from Burkburnett, Texas.
She worker for Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store and then Modern Thriftway Grocery Store for more than 30 years combined.

She is survived by: One Daughter - Nancy and husband Dean Floyd of Andrews; Two Sons - Waymon Fleming of Kerrville; and Ronnie Fleming and his wife Terri of Magnolia, Texas; Four Brothers - Bob Adair of Bagota, Texas; Ted Adair of Graham, Texas; Harlon Adair of Waurika, Oklahoma; and K.W. Adair of Durant, Oklahoma; Two Sisters - Lunie Fleming of Friona, Texas and Mary Laverne Heinberger of Andrews; Three Grandchildren - Teresa Floyd of Andrews; Darrell Floyd and his wife Cheryl of Stephenville, and Angie Gibson of Lubbock, and Four Great Grandchildren.

The Family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to: Permian Residential Care Center in Andrews or Home Hospice in Andrews, or a favorite charity.

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