Douglas Glenn Pendergras Sr. went to be with the Lord on Jan. 29, 2018 in Austin, at the age of 84.
Doug was born in Newcastle on Jan. 28, 1934. He proudly served his country in the Navy and was a Korean War veteran. He attended Texas Christian University and worked in the nursing home business for 55 years and had many entrepreneurial endeavors including airlines, oil and music. Doug was a pioneer in the nursing home business, served as president of American Health Care Association and helped create the Texas Health Care Association. He truly loved taking care of the aged and disabled.
Doug had a voracious love of life. He loved traveling, playing golf with friends and his Texas Longhorns football. Doug loved his wife of 18 years, Sally, his children, grandchildren and friends dearly. Doug touched many lives and was loved by all. We are all blessed to have had him with us for as long as the Lord let us.
Doug will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sally and his children, Sharon (Ted), Kirk, Barbara (Alice), David (Carmen), Julie, Doug, Don (Genna); stepchildren, Bill (Ariana) and David (Anne); and grandchildren, Jennifer (Scott), Michael (Kelly), Ronnie, Sarah, Samantha, Trey, Melanie, Garett, Max, Livia, Julian, Hunter, Ian, Abby, Noah, Max, Morgan and Jackson; six great-grandchildren and by his sister, Janice (Gene) Mays.
Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Jefferson Pendergrass Sr. and Susie Pearl Pendergrass; sisters, Betty Jo Pendergrass, Vaudine Proffitt and Elouise McDonnell; and brother, T.J. Pendergrass Jr.
A visitation will be held Feb. 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, 3125 N. Lamar Blvd. in Austin,.
Doug’s celebrations of life will be held at the Austin Oaks Church, 4220 Monterey Oaks Blvd. in Austin, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3.
A reception will follow at the Barton Creek Resort and Spa, 8212 Barton Club Dr., Austin.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to USO (www.uso.org) or to Austin Oaks Church, 4220 Monterey Oaks Blvd., Austin, TX 78749
For those desiring, you may also access the online guest registry and obituary at www.wcfish.com.
Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home, Austin.

Jocelyn Williams, 78, of Midland, passed away with her family by her side Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 in Midland. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. at Stonegate Fellowship. A private burial will be held at Resthaven Cemetery prior to the service.
Jocelyn was born Jan. 10, 1940 to Jo Nelle and Sumpter Reed in Seagraves. She graduated from Graham High School and attended Baylor and Texas Tech University. She married Richard on Aug. 27, 1960 and devoted her life to her husband and her family. She had a magnetic personality and never met a stranger. She was an active volunteer at the local hospital and nursing homes prior to being diagnosed with MS over four decades ago. Her zeal for life resulted in the formation of the MS150 “Team Jocelyn” group who rode in her honor.
Her most notable characteristic was her affection for all of those around her. She was a second mom to many and an inspiration to all. Jocelyn had the unique ability to interact, listen and cheer those around her. Ultimately, the way and the manner that she lived through her trials will be her most enduring quality and always remembered. She was a special and wonderful spouse, mother and grandmother (Mimi) and will be missed by all.
She is survived by her husband, Richard O. Williams; son, Tom W. Williams and wife, Molly, of Midland, and their children Michael, Marshall, Travis and Hope; daughter, Terri A. Solari and her husband, Mark, of Midland, and their children, Rachael and husband, Ryan, and Michelle and husband, Clay, and grand-daughters, Abi and Cora; brother, Tom E. Reed and wife, Jan, of Lewisville, and their children, John and Amy.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jo Nelle and Sumpter Reed, as well as her sister, Anne Southerland.
Honorary pallbearers are her grandchildren Michael Williams, Marshall Williams, Travis Williams, Hope Williams, Michelle Clark and Rachael Davis.
The family would like to express their most sincere gratitude to Nurses Unlimited and the kind staff that loved and supported Jocelyn for many years, as well as Dr. Russell Van Husen and James Carpenter for their interest, care and support.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be donated the local MS Society, 1031 Andrews Hwy. 201, Midland, TX 79701; Stonegate Fellowship, 6000 W. Wadley Ave., Midland, TX 79707; or Hospice of Midland, 911 W. Texas, Midland, TX 79701.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

Helen Vonita Harton Chambers passed into her savior's arms Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2018, at the age of 89, at home surrounded by her family whom she loved dearly. Funeral services were 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel in Graham, with Rev. Richard Segars and Dr. Mark Bumpus officiating. Burial followed in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Helen was born Jan. 31, 1928 in Graham, to the late Buena Mae and Leo Harton. Helen was blessed to be raised by her grandparents, Henry and Sally Lisles, who loved her as their own.
She married Raymond Charles “R.C.” Chambers, the love of her life, on Feb. 29, 1944 at the Young County Courthouse in Graham. The two celebrated 68 years of marriage before his passing in 2012.
Helen's life was governed by her relationship with her Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. She was truly a woman of God who loved God and loved people. Helen was a member of First Baptist Church of Graham where she served in the preschool department for many years.
Helen was known for her spunky attitude and self-determination. Even in the later seasons of her life she continued to have a quick wit and readiness for sharing stories. She enjoyed making others laugh and often her stories included her family and R.C.’s adventures chasing the oilfield.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Buena Mae and Leo Harton and Henry and Sally Lisles; husband, R.C. Chambers; brothers, Dick Lisles, Frank Lisles, Alvin Lisles and Red Lisles; sisters, Sybil Ainsworth and Katheryn Brooks; sons-in-law, Jim Wiley and Bob Chandler.
Helen blessed countless people in her life, especially her family who she deeply cared for and loved. She will be missed and remembered by her two daughters and their families: daughters, Sandra Chambers Wiley of Graham and Becky Chambers Chandler of Irving; grandchildren, Jimmy Wiley and wife, Donnett, of Loving, Gary Don Wiley and wife, Kim, of Kalispell, Mont., Shalleen Wagnon and husband, Jason, of Colleyville, Mindy Stanley of North Richland Hills, and Todd Stanley and wife, Dena, of Arlington; great-grandchildren, Pete Wiley, Joshua "Pal" Wiley, Miranda Wiley, Kris Wiley, Morgan Briceno, Emily Maahs and Judah Stanley; great-great-grandchild, Robbie Wiley; and many nieces and nephews.
Helen was blessed with great care and nurses from Beyond Faith Hospice.
Memorial gifts may be sent to: First Baptist Church of Graham, Texas, 620 4th St., Graham, TX 76450.

Donald "Duke" Frank, 76, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 in Fort Worth, with his daughters by his side. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.
Donald was born Oct. 27, 1941 in Fort Worth, to the late Harold F. and Sara Frank. He was a lifelong resident of Graham, graduated from Graham High School and attended Texas Tech University.
He was known as "Duke" by most of his friends, a nickname given to him in seventh grade by Coach J.D. Burke because of his infectious personality and gentlemanly ways. He was the owner of Graham Iron and Salvage for many years. He had passion for horses and loved spending time on his ranch and visiting his granddaughters.
Survivors include his daughters, Kathy Frank of West Columbia, and Allison Tobin and husband, Todd, of Spring; brother, Howard Frank of Florida; and granddaughters, Zoe and Piper.
Memorials may be made to your favorite charity in memory of Duke.

Helen Beth Worley Curry, fondly known as “Becky,” 86, passed away Jan. 31, 2018, in Bowie.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, at 11 a.m. in the chapel of the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
Becky was born July 26, 1931, in Bowie, to Dave and Erle Worley. She was a retired elementary school teacher, serving in the Graham schools as well as the Irving school district.
Becky was a Bowie High School graduate in the class of 1948 where she participated in the Jackrabbit band and where she received the honors from her classmates, of once being named “Miss Congeniality” as well as “Most Beautiful.” She loved her years at BHS where she met many lifelong friends. One of those special classmates was Roy Curry, whom she later married.
She was a faithful wife and loving mother of two children: a daughter, DiAnne, and a son, Bronc. After they were in school, Becky made the decision to go back to school herself. She graduated from Midwestern State University, cum laude, where she earned her teaching degree. Following her retirement, Becky and Roy moved back to Bowie and became involved in various community interests such as delivering Meals on Wheels, supporting the Bowie Library, as well as supporting the education of young people through their interest in the Bowie Educational Foundation. Becky participated in Maids and Matrons, Precepts Bible Studies, and various bridge clubs.
Becky is preceded in death by her husband, Roy L. Curry Sr.; her parents; brothers, Dave and Bob Worley; and a sister, Mary Jo Carlisle.
She is survived by her sister, Kathryn “Bunny” Sanders of Bowie; a daughter, DiAnne, and her husband, Dr. James Dunn, Bowie; son, Bronc Curry, and his wife, Lisa, Grand Prairie; and grandsons, James W. Dunn, and his wife, Jennifer; and Daniel W. Dunn.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Bowie Educational Foundation at P.O. Box 992, Bowie, TX 76230-0992.

Brigitte Riley Gaston, 51, passed away Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Brigitte was born June 29, 1966 in Olney. She was a resident of Monahans for the past several years where she was a field clerk for Four Corners Petroleum. She was a member of Corner Stone Church in Monahans.
Survivors include her husband, John Gaston of Monahans; children, Bobby Riley and wife, Sarah, of Newcastle; Rebeca Whiteley of Eastland, Haley Watson and husband, Aaron, of Gladewater, Quinton Gaston and Michelle Braddock of Kaufman, and Adam Gaston of Kaufman; father, Bob J. Riley and wife, Scooter, of Newcastle; siblings, Patty Riley of Olney, Robert Riley and Stephanie Dunnam of Jean, and Brenda Kunkel and husband, Donnie, of Olney; grandchildren, Lucas Riley, Addison Riley, Dallas Shubert, Ireland DeLaughter and Uriah Watson.
Memorials may be made to Rathgeber House of Wichita Falls or Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Visitation will be Saturday 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

Clifford "Cliff" Elliott, 86, passed away Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018 in Graham. Graveside services will be Thursday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Cliff was born Jan. 14, 1932 in Graham, to the late Seth Albert and Clara Etta (Gacther) Elliott. He married Vista Jean Estes on June 6, 1970 in Dallas.
Cliff moved to Graham in 1991 from El Paso. He was a retired construction supervisor for Safeway as a self-employed remodeler. Cliff was a member of the Eastside Church of Christ.
Survivors include his wife, Vista Elliott of Graham; children, Pamela Ann Davis and husband, Chuck, of Dallas, Terri Lynn Malone of Houston, Shannon Gay McPeters and husband, Terrance, of Houston, Anthony Todd Elliott and wife, Emiri, of San Antonio, Laura Lyn Reed of Dallas, Bradley Scott Reed and wife, Joy, of Wylie and Judith Ellen Sparks and husband, Gary, of Houston; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, three sisters and a grandson.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Rita Ann Williams was born Jan. 7, 1931 in Houma, Louisiana. She passed away peacefully at the age of 87 in Graham.  
Rita is preceded in death by her husband, John Williams; parents, Sam and Agnes Medice, and her daughter, LaDonna Gathings.
She is survived by her son, Jack Gathings Jr.; sister, Jean Martin; and brother, Joe Medice. She also leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Graveside service began at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7, at Laurel Oaks Memorial Park. in Mesquite.

Bobby Lee Pogue,79, died Feb. 7, 2018 in Fort Worth, with his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren by his side. A graveside service will be held Sunday, Feb. 11, at 1 p.m. in Center Ridge Cemetery in Graham.
Bobby was born Sept. 5, 1938 in Dow, Okla., to Tom and Retha James Pogue. He served three years in the National Guard and then another year and a half in the Army.
He married the love of his life, Linda Faye Kee, on Aug. 28, 1965 in El Reno, Okla., and they enjoyed 52 years together. Bobby retired from Hexcel Corporation. He and Linda lived on Lake Graham where he spent a great deal of time fishing. He loved to travel and spend time with his family. Bobby was known for his practical jokes and making people laugh.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Linda and three daughters and sons-in-law, Carla and Chris Lynch of Graham, Brenda and Charles Bishop of Tuscola, and Misty and Steven Shook of Graham. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Janice, Joy, Jayme, Adam, Chelsie, Brad, Chase, Seth, Hope and Gabe, and 11 great-grandchildren. Bobby is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sandra Pogue Oliver; his parents; one sister, Doreen Zozula; and two brothers, Thomas and Leon Pogue.
Visitation will be Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home in Graham.

Troy Lee Cameron, 84, passed away Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 in Graham. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 10, at 2 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Newcastle. Burial will follow in Newcastle Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Troy was born Feb. 26, 1933 in Cookville, to the late Virgie and Vera Mae (Winkle) Cameron. He married Hazel Strait Feb. 5, 1970 in Perrin and she preceded him in death May 5, 2011. Troy was a rancher and retired from Young County Precinct 2. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of First Baptist Church in Newcastle.
Survivors include his daughter, Susie Spitzer and husband, Ty, of Newcastle; son, Michael Cameron of Euless; sister, Bernice Anderson and husband, Bill, of Mount Pleasant; grandchildren, Shae Humphrey and husband, Chevy, of Newcastle, and Courtney Hantz and husband, C.J., of Gilmer; and great-grandchild, Kynlee Humphrey of Newcastle.
He was preceded in death by a son, Mitchel Cameron.
Visitation will be held Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Newcastle.

Doris Willis Cervenka left to be with her loving husband on Feb. 11, 2018. She was born Nov. 9, 1926 in Graham, to the late Claudius and Jewel Willis.
After graduating, she moved to San Antonio where she met Leonard Cervenka. They married Oct. 24, 1946. Leonard and Doris made their home in many places following his job in the oilfield, finally settling down in Port Lavaca. Doris moved to Midland in 2008 to be near her sister, Vera Jones.
She is survived by sisters, Vera Jones, Billie Lasater and Pat Maples; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard C. Cervenka; daughters, Linda Ann and Claudia Jean; stepmother, Grace Willis and brother, Kenneth Willis.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral Chapel in Port Lavaca. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. with interment to follow at Six Mile Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Six Mile Cemetery.
Condolences and memories can be shared at www.gracefuneralhome.net.
Services are under the direction and personal care of Grace Funeral Home.

Betty Lorene Easter passed away Feb. 12, 2018 in Jacksboro. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home with interment following at Winn Hill Cemetery in Jack County. Family visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Easter was born Jan. 2, 1923 in Kensette, Ark., and had lived in Jack County most of her life. She was a member of the Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Armstrong of Bryson; brother, Roger Skipper of Arkansas; daughters-in-law, Audra Easter, Betty Easter and Ronda Easter; 12 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Easter; three sons, Jerry Easter, Perry Easter and Richard Easter, a grandson, Kelvin Armstrong, a great-granddaughter, Calli Lewis, and by five brothers.

Marsha Golden, 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 in Graham. Funeral service will be Friday, Feb. 16, at 10 a.m. in Oak Street Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Marsha was born Feb. 6, 1939 in Electra, to the late William Shelton "Buddy" and Frances Grace (Sanders) Brown. She graduated from Electra High School and married Bill Golden Aug. 23, 1957 in Electra. He preceded her in death on Sept. 27, 2016. She was employed by Bryan Insurance Agency for over 30 years in Graham and she was a member of Oak Street Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughters, Sydney Loftis and husband, Marshall, of Olney, Kelli Roye and husband, Ross, of Graham, and Wendy Farquhar and husband, Kirk, of Midland; grandchildren, Daniel, Heather, Matthew and Thomas Abright, Eric Roye and wife, Kassie, Sarah Simmons and husband, Brock, Hannah Roye, and Jamieson and Gracie Farquhar; great-grandchildren, Kyler and Rhett Roye; and sister, Karen Brown of Albuquerque, N.M.
Visitation will be held Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank the staff at Garden Terrace for the loving care and compassion they provided their mother over the past years.
Memorials may be made to the Young County Humane Society, Agape Ministries at Oak Street Baptist Church or Samaritans at First United Methodist Church.

Barbara Lugenia Mosley was born Nov. 8, 1942 in Baird, to Charlie H. Mosley and Mildred Eugene Wilson Mosley. Lugenia died Feb. 8, 2018 in Austin.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Charles Mosley and Lynn Mosley.
She leaves five brothers, Larry Mosley of Tyler, Edward Mosley of Fort Worth, Ben Mosley of Graham, Carroll “Buddy” Mosley of Atlanta, Texas, and Doug Tollison of Lone Wolf, Okla.; one sister, Margaret Ochs of Newcastle; numerous nieces and nephews, and her partner of 24 years, Landon Browning of Giddings.
A graveside memorial service is planned for Feb. 24 in Graham.
Lugenia moved from Anson to Graham with her parents in 1965. She lived in Graham for about 30 years before moving to South Central Texas. Lugenia enjoyed cooking, sewing and handcrafts.

Dara Lyn Russell passed away Feb. 15, 2018 in Graham. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, at Faith Baptist Church in Graham. McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
She was born Jan. 27, 1962 in Brady, and had lived in Graham most of her life. She was a retired Licensed Vocational Nurse and worked at Graham Regional Medical Center for many years.
Survivors include her husband, Danny Russell of Graham; two daughters, Vanessa Stout and husband, Micah, Kari Rios and husband, Charles, all of Graham; father, Bob Cowan and wife, Lucille, of Jacksboro; two brothers, Bobby Cowan Jr., and Ricky Cowan and wife, Marleigh; sister, Laura Savage and husband, Frank; two grandchildren, Jazlynn and Braelyn Stout, and many foster grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Cowan, and by a brother, Darrell Cowan.

Martha Ann O'Bryan, 85, passed away Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018 in Graham. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Bee Branch Cemetery in Caddo under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Martha was born Feb. 28, 1932 in Caddo, to the late James Wallace and Ibbie Sybil (Haliburton) Truesdell. She married W.L. O'Bryan in Orange County, Calif., and he preceded her in death. Martha owned and operated West Winds Realty at PK Lake for many years. She was a charter member of Westlake Chapel and Democratic chairwoman for Stephens County for several years.
Survivors include her daughters, Dayna Archer Cloclasure of Possum Kingdom Lake and Debbie Hayes of Possum Kingdom Lake; stepson, Terry O'Bryan of California; sister, Kathryn Shubert and husband, Wesley, of Graham; brother, David Truesdell and wife, Martha, of Rockport; grandchildren, Chris Borden and wife, Sara, of Granbury, Brandi Martin and husband, James, of Georgetown, Nicki Smith O'Bryan of Colorado and Tiffany Hayes of Galveston; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family members; and lifelong friend, Helen Haddock of Breckenridge.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Diane Archer, seven brothers and five sisters.
The family would like to give a very special thanks to the sweet staff at Beyond Faith Care and Hospice and the staff at Brookdale for the special care they provided.

Roger McClanahan, 97, passed away Friday, Feb. 16, 2018 in Graham. Funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 19, in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial follows in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Roger was born Jan. 31, 1921 in Graham, to the late William Robert and Ola Sue (Rogers) McClanahan. He was a veteran of the Army, serving in World War II. Roger married Pattie Miller, Oct. 28, 1949 in Graham. He was a retired employee of Hexcel Corp. and a member of Tonk Valley Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Pattie McClanahan of Graham; son, Lynn McClanahan and wife, Martha, of Graham; daughter, Janet Shea and husband, Richard, of Mineral Wells; four grandchildren, Jessica McClanahan, Melissa Floyd and husband, Wade, Lindsay Jones, and Stacy Robinson and husband, Todd; five great-grandchildren, Bryce and Dylan Jones, Matilyn and Wyatt Floyd, and Jax Robinson; brothers, Bob McClanahan of Graham and Howard McClanahan of Midland; sister, Billie Jo Mosley of Austin; also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
Roger was preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard McClanahan, J.W. McClanahan, John McClanahan and Durwood McClanahan, and a sister, Mary Botkin.
Memorials may be made to Tonk Valley Helping Hands, 1258 FM 3003, Graham, TX 76450 or your favorite charity.

Leslie Harold "Buddy" Dhane, 49, of Graham, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 in Wichita Falls. He was born July 20, 1968 in Wichita Falls. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at Sparrow Creek Ranch, on S. Hwy. 16.

John Berry Robitaille died in Houston on Jan. 26, 2018 at the age of 82, while holding the hand of his beloved wife of 59 years, Patricia Davis Robitaille. He was born June 14, 1935 in Kansas City, Mo., and was the son of the late Earle Wittman Robitaille and the late Alberta Berry Robitaille.
Berry grew up in Graham, with his revered younger brothers, Thomas Wittman Robitaille, now of Great Falls, Mont., and Richard Talbot Robitaille, now of Casper, Wyoming.
He graduated from Rice University with engineering degrees and was an officer in the Navy on the USS Saratoga for two years. After his service, he had a long career at Texas Instruments from which he retired.
He was a wonderful father to his children, Mark Wittman Robitaille of Houston, and Marcia Berry Robitaille of Medfield, Massachusetts. He is also survived by his dear son-in-law, Kenneth L. Manning, and adored grandchildren, Katherine Robitaille Manning and Kenneth Robitaille Manning, all of Medfield, Mass. He was blessed with cherished sisters-in-law (including Jan Robitaille, JoAnn Robitaille, and the late Donna Robitaille), nieces (including Suzanne Sherick, Sara Sexe, and Karen Hinchey), nephews (including John Robitaille), great-nieces and nephews, cousins, “outlaws,” neighbors, and friends. He was the proud godfather to Suzanne Sherick and Boyd Smythe.
Berry was a basketball player, basketball and soccer coach, scoutmaster, hunter, fisherman, do-it-yourselfer, recycler and avid dessert enthusiast. His most treasured times were spent with his family, especially family reunions, traveling with his children and grandchildren, and dancing with his wife. Berry showed great courage and strength battling a long and difficult illness, and he is now at peace.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held in Houston at the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Berry’s memory to the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church Caring Forever Foundation or charity of your choice.

Cecil Allen Thomas Jr. passed away Feb. 18, 2018 at his home in Duncan, Oklahoma. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23, at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home in Graham. Interment will be in Pioneer Cemetery.
Family visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Allen was born Sept. 17, 1950 in Graham. He was a graduate of Graham High School and was retired from Halliburton. He was a member of the Faith Tabernacle Assembly of God Church in Saginaw.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn Thomas; stepdaughters, Karon Hise and Tracy Bermea; sisters, Linda Carey and Debbie Wilson; 10 step-grandchildren and two step-great grandchildren.
Allen was preceded in death by his first wife, Dianne; a son, Robert; a brother, Larry; and a stepson, Phillip.