Brandon Azael Gomez, 18, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2018 in Springtown. Rosary was Monday, April 23, at 1 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel and a funeral Mass followed at 3 p.m. in St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial followed in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Brandon was born July 24, 1999 in Marietta, Ga., to Joel and Leonor (Bueno) Gomez. Brandon worked for 1954 Company and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Survivors include his girlfriend, Briza Morales of Graham; daughter, Seleste Gomez of Graham; parents, Joel and Leonor Gomez of Graham; brothers, Joel Alexis Gomez and Enrique Gomez, both of Graham; and grandparents, Gregorio and Andrea Bueno of Brownsville.

Davelene “Brownie” Pickens, 84, of Henrietta, passed away April 21, 2018 in Wichita Falls.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday April 26, at the Henrietta Church of Christ with Mr. Joe Williams, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Hope Cemetery in Henrietta, under the direction of Davis Funeral Home in Henrietta.
Pickens was born March 26, 1934 in Megargel, to Dave T. and Annarene (Dalton) Turner. She married Kenny Pickens on Feb. 25, 1991 in Waurika, Oklahoma. Pickens was the owner and operator of KN Root Beer in Graham and later was a secretary for Midwestern State University. She was a member of the Eastside Church of Christ in Graham and then moved her membership to the Henrietta Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Paul T. Morgan; and granddaughter, Allyson Archer.
Survivors include her husband, Kenny Pickens of Henrietta; son, Steve Downey and wife Trish of Graham; five daughters, Tracy Downey of Austin, Rene Downey of Austin, Christi York and husband David of Henrietta, Angie Swatsell and husband Jason of Stephenville, and Stacey Meany and husband David of Burkburnett; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Margaret Tomlinson of McKinney.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Home Chapel.
Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guestbook at davisfuneralhome.net

Juanita Barnett, of Jack County, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, April 21, 2018.
She was born to R.Z. and Dona Ainsworth on Aug. 19, 1936.
She is survived by her two sons, Gregory Wayne Barnett and Glenn Melton Barnett.
Juanita was the epitome of wisdom, kindness and compassion.
The world is a more beautiful place for her having shared her light with all who knew her.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. 

Well, we are happy to report that Dad has traveled across that great divide to be in glory land on April 22, 2018. No more tears, no more pain, no longer tired. By God’s amazing grace he is finally at rest in the place we call Heaven. Right now he is getting the tour around Heaven with a cup of coffee in his hand, laughing, cutting up and telling stories with his siblings, June, Laverne and Aubrey, and his son, James Mark Dobbs.
Well, what can you say about a Dad who taught his children to ride a bike, shoot a rifle, read a deer track, drive an old truck out on a dirt road? Words can't express all the lessons on working hard, giving 110 percent, sticking up for yourself or a brother/sister. Or the times he showed us how to swing from a rope swing, lasso a sibling, hike a steep hill, or use that low gear in the Jeep on a steep hill. Looking out at the stars on a summer evening as only the stars can be so bright out on the New Mexico desert. Lessons continued into our adult years as he set the example of being married to his one true sweetheart for 58 years, the patience, persistence and gentleness only he could show.
All those that knew him were blessed to know a great person.
So of course, he was born at a very early age in Tularosa, N.M., to Mark and Gladys Ruth (Evans) Dobbs. He eloped to Juarez, Mexico to marry Bobbie Ruth Richards, also of Tularosa, on June 7, 1959. Upon their return, both parents refused to recognize a marriage certificate they couldn’t read and demanded they marry again (June 10) so that a “proper” marriage certificate could be had. Dale and Bobbie sure showed ‘em – that elopement stood the test of time.
Dad loved to write, draw and do an occasional oil painting which adorns the walls of family and friends. He could tell a tale or two if one sat still and listened, of brothers, sons, and an occasional supernatural story if one dared ask. Dad was an avid reader. He also was an active member in his church. He served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. He was a student of the Bible. He worked most of 49 years at White Sands Missile Range. When he had free time he loved to roam Lincoln National Forest in search of fossils, artifacts and the awesome views with the forever cup of coffee in his hand.
The rest of us are awaiting the time when Jesus calls us home so that we, too, can give Dad a hug, and get our heavenly tour: wife, Bobbie Dobbs of Graham; daughter, Dawn Riley and husband Gary of Graham; son, Michael Dobbs and wife Melinda of Lebanon, Ill.; grandchildren, Lauren, Donna, James, Dillon, Caroline and Aaron; great-grandchildren, Kynsliegh and Weston, and numerous nieces and Steven.
One last thing: I think Dad would want you to know that John 3:16 is real and if you’re not 100-percent sure you’re going to Heaven, contact any of us and we'll take the Bible and show you how.
A memorial service will be Sunday, April 29, at 1:30 p.m. in Westlake Chapel at Possum Kingdom Lake.

Andrew “Andy” Dub Howsley was born June 16, 1930 in Throckmorton. He was the youngest of nine children, six boys and three girls of Louis Albert and Grace Hester Howsley. He passed from this life peacefully at 3:58 a.m., Sunday, April 22, 2018 at the age of 87 after sustaining a critical injury in a fall.
His life will be forever cherished by his family. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Addie LaVonne Dodson, their four daughters and three sons-in-laws, Kathy Morgan (widow of Robert) of Lubbock, Kris King (Randy) of Lubbock, Lisa Fulenchek (Mike) of Fort Collins, Colo., and Lana Cawthon (Steve) of Lubbock. Andy has two surviving sisters, Evalynne Dunlap of Graham, and Annelia Cross of Arlington,. He has 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, in-laws and friends.
He loved his family and was known as “Dandy” to them. Although he only attended A&M for one year and graduated from the University of Texas Pharmacy School, he was a devoted Aggie all his life.
Andy was a pharmacist by vocation but a volunteer and adventurer in the way he lived. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict as a Corpsman assigned to a Marine unit as a medic. He was a charter member of Redbud Lions Club, having served in all leadership capacities. In addition to this club, he served in the District Cabinet for Lions and was elected to serve a term as director for the Texas Lions Camp. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church, traveled to many countries around the world, enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, candy-making, watching football, old movies and family get-togethers.
A celebration of life memorial will be held in his honor Saturday, June 16. Contributions may be made in his honor to the Texas Lions Camp, P.O. Box 290247, Kerrville, TX 78029 or Texas Boys Ranch.
Arrangements by www.combestfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Gary Wayne Jennings, 66, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018 in Fort Worth. Visitation will begin Saturday, April 28, from 80 a.m. to service time at Morrison Funeral Home, 700 Oak St. in Graham, followed by a graveside service at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28, at Veale Creek Cemetery in Stephens County. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Gary was born July 11, 1951 in Wichita Falls. He was an insurance broker in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for several years and a member of Sam P. Cochran Masonic Lodge #1335 in Dallas.
Survivors include his mother, Kathy Hallgrimson and Jim Kennedy of Graham; son, Jason Jennings and wife, Debbie of Azle; daughter, Ashley Franklin and husband, Jay of Holliday; son, Cory Jennings and wife, Heather of Midland; daughter, Leigha Balchus and husband, Bobby of Midland; brother, Mark Jennings and wife, Bonnie of Weatherford; sister-in-law, Nicole Jennings of Arlington; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by father, Don Jennings; stepfather, Merle Hallgrimson; and brother, Michael Jennings.

Mitzi C. Dobbs passed away April 29, 2018 in Graham. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at the Bethel Baptist Church in Graham. Interment will follow in Pioneer Cemetery. McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Dobbs was born July 5, 1932 in Altus, Okla., and had lived in Graham the past 25 years. She was a member of the Bethel Baptist Church.
Survivors include two sons, Ronnie Dobbs and wife Glenda, Max Dobbs and wife Crystal; two daughters, Denise Cauthen and husband Marshall and Kimberly Hood; stepdaughter, Linda Jean Henning; 12 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Larry Dobbs, a grandson, Troy Cauthen, her parents, Ona and B.E. Keese and by a brother, Jimmie Anderson.

Melton Floyd Mahaney, 74, went to be with Jesus on Friday, April 27, 2018. Memorial services were held Monday, April 30, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Floyd was born March 10, 1944 in Graham, to T.W. and Stella Mahaney. He graduated from Graham High School in 1962 and from East Texas State College in 1968. After college and a brief stay in Wichita Falls, Floyd lived the remainder of his life in Bunger. He retired from the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Rattler was a devoted, loving and caring Pawpaw to his grandchildren and was very active in their lives. He liked rodeos, cuttings, bull ridings and a good game of pitch. He enjoyed meeting with his buddies for breakfast and swapping lies.
Floyd was preceded in death by his parents, T.W. and Stella Mae Cook Mahaney.
Survivors include his son, Jack Mahaney and wife, Lauren; daughter, Shelley Bailey and husband, Blake; grandchildren, Tripp and Reno Mahaney and Gracen and Georgia Bailey.
The family wishes to express special thanks to Beyond Faith Hospice. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice.

Christine Rene Meinen, 45, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018 in Graham. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 4, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Christine was born Feb. 5, 1973 in Denton. She moved to Graham in 2005 from Denton. She was a certified nursing assistant.
Survivors include her parents, Robert and Patsy Johnson of Graham; daughters, Taylor Meinen and John Carroll of Ardmore, Okla., Jessica Baker and husband Jonathan of Pilot Point; sons, Christopher Meinen and wife Shaela of Forney, Zachary Wade Meinen of Sherman; sisters, Patti Vinson and husband Gary of Springtown, Malinda Johnson of Graham, and Cindy Grubb and Robert Shirley of Graham; brothers, Robert Johnson of Graham and Michael Johnson of Grapevine; and six grandchildren.

Alan Henry Ratcliff passed away April 18, 2018 in Bryson. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home in Graham.
Alan was born March 31, 1974 in Graham and was a lifelong resident of the Graham area. He attended Cowboy churches in the Graham area.
Survivors include a son, Ace Alan Ratcliff of Graham; parents, Alvin and Joyce Ratcliff of Graham; sister, Teresa Morgan and husband Brian of Graham; uncle, Calvin Ratcliff of Graham; aunt and uncle, Fran and John Huey of Euless; two nephews, Dylan Ratcliff of Graham and Jeremiah Morgan of Hamlin; and several cousins and friends.

Cody Wayne Bradshaw, 36, passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018 in Abilene. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 12, at 2 p.m. at the Cowboy Church of Young County. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.
Cody was born Aug. 29, 1981 in Wichita Falls, to Dennis Wayne Bradshaw and Lyresa Jean (Sprouse) Descoteau. He was a loving father, brother and uncle who valued family above all else. He touched the lives of everyone he met, while making memories along the way. He loved God eternally.
Survivors include his parents, Dennis and Yvonne Bradshaw of Newcastle and Lyresa and Bernie Descoteau of Oklahoma; daughter, Haylee Bradshaw of Graham; sons, Preston Bradshaw of Graham and Cody Wayne Bradshaw II of Westmorland, Calif.; sisters, Crystal and Ricky Castro of Graham and Jennifer and Jessie Cardenas of Graham; brothers, Chris and Heather Jones of Colleyville, Donavan Cory and Victoria Jones of Abilene, Caleb and Betty Bradshaw of Newcastle, DeShawn and Rexanna Bradshaw of Graham and Andy Barnes of Graham; grandmother, Pat Eldredge of Sadler; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Wayne and Faye Bradshaw, Jimmy Mac Eldredge and uncle, Bryan Mac Eldredge.
Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

John Clinton Clements, 80, of White Settlement, died May 3, 2018 in White Settlement. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 12, at 109 S. Roberts Cut Off in Fort Worth. Pastor Wade DeForest will officiate.
Clements was born May 4, 1937 in Jean, the son of the late Lorenzo Clement and Bessie Grubbs
He is survived by his children, Alice Mulanax andhusband Michael of Fort Worth, and Anna Goodpaster and husband Monty of Fort Worth; siblings, Faye Schwartz of Coleman, Mary Bowman of Fort Worth, and Clifford Clement of Kansas City, Kan.; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, Johnny Ray Clements; brothers, Billy Clement, Bob Clement and James Clement, and a sister, Marie Parr.

Claud Allen Isham passed away at his home in Graham, April 28, 2018. Claud was born June 16, 1957 in Cortez, Colo., to George and Faye Roberts Isham.
Claud was carpenter and all-around handyman. Claud was a loving husband to his wife, Shaunna, and a loving father, grandfather, son, brother and friend.
Survivors are his wife, Shaunna; mother, Faye Roberts; son, Sean McNeil; daughters, Amanda Valencia and husband Ed, Catherine Souder and husband Mike, Becky Herring, Myranda Bleeker and husband Joe, and Aubrie Isham; brothers, William Isham and wife Stacey, and Cecil Isham and wife Vicky; sisters, Debbie Smith and husband Wally, and Terry Osgood and husband Ronnie; grandchildren, Conner, Emilee, Colin, Blake, Jocelyn, Annabeth, and Thalia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mike “Tiny” Lochner passed away May 6, 2018, after a one-week battle with a deadly cancer. He was born Nov. 18, 1946, in Kankakee, Ill., to James and Marjorie Lochner.
He was a proud graduate of Graham High School and a proud member of the 1964 GHS State Championship Basketball team. He graduated from The University of Texas in Austin where he played basketball and studied business.
Tiny and Martha married in Austin on April 1, 1967, and began their life in Dallas. After 40 years, they relocated to Arizona for the golf courses and the “dry” heat. Mike loved his many friends in both states, golfing (especially the golf whoppers told after each round over a beer), gardening, traveling and sitting on the porch with good music.
He is survived by his wife, Martha; two sisters, Susan Lochner of Albany, Wash. and Carol Lochner Pitt of Texarkana; and nephew, Graden Pitt of New Boston.
Martha wishes to thank the staff at Phoenix Mayo Clinic for their kindness and unending efforts with Tiny’s care. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to American Cancer Society or Meals on Wheels in Graham or Abilene.
Tiny was a very good man who will be incredibly missed.
Graveside services are pending at Elmwood Funeral Home in Abilene.

Velma Irene Moss Padget was born March 2, 1919, in Cyril, Okla., to Ocie Era Webb Moss and Ralph Alor Moss. She died May 3, 2018 in Boerne, at age 99 years and 2 months.
She married Homer Leon Padget, Jan. 10,1938, in Marlow, Okla. She had three children: Larry Gene Padget Oct. 30, 1938, Linda Maureen Padget Ligon, Dec. 13, 1941, and Leayh Irene Padget Graham, March 30, 1946.
Velma is survived by daughters, Linda Maureen Padget Ligon (John, PhD), and Leayh Irene Padget Graham; grandchildren, Barbara Padget, Larry Gene Padget Jr. MD (Alison, PhD), Cindy Padget Moon (Jason), Jon Daniel Ligon (Amy Shipley) and Angela Marie Ligon, Shawn Graham Carr (Scott), Jenny Graham Arntson (Jeff) and Jodi Graham Harper (Justin, DVM); 13 great-grandchildren, Sloan Carr, Hadley Carr, Harper Carr, Lucinda Ligon, Sydney Ligon, Anne-Marie Padget, Luke Padget, Benjamin Moon, Sophie Arntson, Adam Arntson, Piper Arntson, Whitten Harper and Truett Harper.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Ocie Moss; her husband, H.L. Padget; her son, Larry Padget, DO, and infant grandson, Robert Leon Padget.
Velma graduated from Cyril High School in 1937. After many years and several moves, she moved to Lovington, N.M. where she opened and operated Padge’s Flowers for many years. She continued her education in Harrison, Ark., where she earned her LVN degree in 198l. They then moved to Graham, where she worked at Walker Sayle Unit’s medical department from August 1994 to December 2002. In 1997, she was awarded Employee of the Year at Walker Sayle. She retired from nursing in 2002.
During this time she began painting and was a prolific painter. Many people have been fortunate to receive one of her paintings. Even after her eyesight declined due to MDA, she continued painting. She was a very talented, loyal and fiercely independent woman.
Her memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, at 10 a.m. in the Memorial Garden at the First Baptist Church of Boerne. The service will be conducted by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, you may donate to a charity of your choice in Velma’s name. To leave condolences for the family, please visit www.ebensberger-fisher.com and select Obituaries.
Arrangements with Ebensberger-Fisher Funeral Home of Boerne.

Dannie Frank Robertson, of Possum Kingdom Lake, passed away April 28, 2018 at the age of 74. Dannie was born in Cone, Texas to Jack and Johnnie Robertson on Dec. 31, 1943. He grew up in Ralls with his brother, Jack D. “Butch”, and graduated from Ralls High School. Dannie then went to Southwestern Oklahoma University College of Pharmacy.
He married Dixie Stevens in 1963 and the two later moved to Spur. There he owned and operated Dan’s Pharmacy for approximately 30 years and spent some time serving on the Spur ISD school board. They sold the pharmacy in 1997 after Dannie fell ill with cancer.
After regaining his health, they moved to Lubbock, where Dannie went to work for Lowes Pharmacy. Dixie died in 2001 and, in 2004, Dannie married Ginger Houston. They moved to Possum Kingdom Lake in 2012 where Dannie worked at the Walmart Pharmacy in Graham. Dannie had an irreverent since of humor until his last day. He had a big heart and was always welcoming, no matter who you were. He loved the lake, enjoyed teaching many people to ski over the years, and always had a project.
Dannie Frank Robertson is preceded in death by his parents, brother and first wife.
He is survived by his wife; children, Dawn Robertson, Derek Robertson, Danielle Robertson, Dionne Robertson, Rusty Houston and Holly Scaff; daughters-in-law, Crystal Nuding and Lindsey Houston; sons-in-law, Steven Weeks and Scott Scaff; grandchildren, Kelsey Houston Olbrysh, Luke Houston and Quentin Cummings; great-granddaughter, Emilynn Olbrysh; nephews, Jack Robertson and Corey Robertson; niece, Stacy Bains; as well as numerous extended family and dear friends.
A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 25 at Clark Gardens in Mineral Wells (Clarkgardens.org, 567 Maddux Road in Weatherford). Those in attendance will have an opportunity to share their memories of Dannie.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Dannie’s name to the Habitat for Humanity in San Marcos (habitatsanmarcos.org, or mail to HFHSM, P.O. Box 1594, San Marcos, TX 78667) or Austin Humane Society (austinhumanesociety.org). Cards may be sent to Ginger Robertson in care of SimpleCremation.org at 4301 E. Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76119.
You taught us how to live and love. Your life left a legacy that blessed so many.

Glen Olen Talbot was born Oct. 27, 1934 in Trent, to Glen and Opal Talbot. He passed away May 9, 2018 in Vernon. Glen attended school in Newman and Sylvester and graduated in 1952 at Sweetwater High School. After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy, doing his basic training at Corpus Christi and was stationed at Norman, Okla.
He married Billie Jo Forbes June 30, 1953 at Longworth. From 1956 to 1969 he worked for Texaco production in Sweetwater, Graham and Electra. In 1965 he opened his first shoe store in Graham. In 1969 he resigned from Texaco to concentrate on the string of 10 stores he had accumulated across North and West Texas. Also during this time he began calling on other stores in the region, selling shoes for Consolidated Shoe Co. of Lynchburg, Va.
During the late 1980s superstores began spreading into towns in Texas which ultimately put a lot of small businesses out of business. Talbot’s shoe stores were victims as well.
In 1993, he started Talbot Shoe Company. He traveled to New York, purchasing shoes to sell to other shoe and discount companies such as TG&Y and Gibsons. Many shoes were also sold to state prisons in Texas and Oklahoma.
In 2011, Talbot closed his last remaining shoe store in Vernon. In 2012, he closed and retired from Talbot Shoe Co.
Retirement did not last long since he started working with the boll weevil eradication program in Wilbarger and Hardeman counties. He also enjoyed driving and delivering vehicles for Vernon Ford Dodge and working as security at Tyson Foods.
Talbot finally retired to be with his wife, Billie, in 2017, at the age of 82.
He is survived by his wife; brother, Mike and wife Jodie of Denton; sister, Vera and husband James Holiman of Sweetwater; brother, Billy Ray of Sweetwater; sister in-law, Gene of Fort Worth; sons, Billy and wife Carolyn; Tracy and wife Cathy; grandchildren, Crystal, Stephanie, Amber, Jason and Jennifer Cook, along with eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Don of Fort Worth. He will be buried at Newman Cemetery near Sylvester.
Graveside services were held Friday, May 11, at 11:30 a.m. at Newman Cemetery in Sylvester, under the direction of Sullivan Funeral Home of Vernon.
Visitation was Thursday, May 10, from 6-8 p.m. at Sullivan Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made to the family at sullivanfuneralhomevernon.com

James Roland Bilberry passed away May 13, 2018 in Graham. A visitation service will be held Thursday, May 17, from 5-7 p.m. at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home. Military graveside services will be held at a later date in Petersburg.
Bilberry was born Dec. 30, 1941 in Petersburg, and moved to Graham in 1983. He was retired from the U.S. Navy.
Survivors include two sons, Jeff Bilberry and wife Michelle, Ray Bilberry and wife Laura; sister, Floy Lee Bilberry; four grandchildren, Tyler Mason Neff, Joseph Bilberry, Jessica Bilberry and Shawn Christopher Bilberry.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Ann Bilberry, in 2016.

JoAnn Freeman passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018.
JoAnn was born Oct. 9, 1939 in Montague County, to Elmer and Margaret Carr. She was the first secretary and treasurer of American Motors and worked there for 10 years. She then gave over 30 years of dedicated service to Jerry Durant Auto Group.
She was a hard worker, beloved mother, grandmother and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Carr and Margaret Carr Wright; and stepfather, Frank Wright.
Survivors include her son, Phillip Freeman and fiancee, Michele; grandchildren, Justin Freeman and wife, Kindall, Ryan Freeman, and Taylor Rager and husband, Chris; great-grandchildren, Colton, Weston and Hadleigh; siblings, Dorothy Cherryhomes and husband, Paul, and Elaine DeMichilli; numerous nieces, nephews, and a loving extended family from Jerry's.
Services were held Tuesday, May 15, at White's Funeral Home, 105 Denver Trail in Azle. Interment was in Azleland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Lung Association.

Ricky Blaine Epperson passed away May 3, 2018 in Kaufman. He was born Oct. 4, 1948 to Paul and Louise Epperson of Young County. Ricky grew up in Graham and attended Graham ISD where he graduated in 1967. Ricky was a store manager for Goodyear Tire and Rubber until his retirement.
Ricky was preceded in death by his father, Paul G. Epperson and mother, Louise (Smith) Epperson, brother, Ronald Epperson and sister, Melinda McCrory.
Ricky is survived by his wife, Sherry Epperson of Kemp; sons Scott Epperson and wife, Raechel of Mansfield; Casey Epperson and wife, Jamie of Graham, and Cole Epperson and wife, Katlyn of Graham; stepsons, Chad Ramsey of Fort Worth, Chad Prater and wife, Wendy of Arlington, Beau Prater of Alvarado, and Shannon Wallner and husband Rich. He is also survived by his stepmother, Peggy Epperson of Graham; brother, Donnie Epperson and wife Paula of Bridgeport; sister, Tedda and husband Joel Ketter of Aledo; sister, Paula and husband Paul Muller of Argyle; brother, David Epperson and wife, Kathy of Euless; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. May 19 at Mountain Home Baptist Church, 221 Mountain Home Road in Jacksboro. To celebrate the Life of Ricky B. Epperson, lunch will be served prior to the service at 12:30 p.m.