CLYDE – Robert Gayle Howe, 66 of Clyde, affectionately known to all as Bobby, passed away on Sunday Sept. 9 along with his son Daniel Justin Howe in a motor vehicle accident.

Bobby was born in Blanket, on Sept. 15, 1951 to James Edward and Doris Bonita Petross, and he graduated the class of 1970 from Clyde High School.

It was love at first sight for Bobby, on Aug. 5, 1972, when he met a beautiful red head in a Red Barn Restaurant and he pursued Bonnie Mae Hays until she relented and they were married on May 5, 1973 in Graham. Bonnie will miss her better half, his long-winded stories and his half-finished projects.

Bobby was a big man with a heart the size of Texas. He touched the lives of everyone who crossed his path. Everyone was affected by his generosity, his country ingenuity and his sense of humor. Known as PawPaw to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren he always made time for each and every one and made sure they felt special. He attended all their sports and scout functions and smiled big with pride at all their accomplishments. He was the best PawPaw any kid could have; he always knew what they needed, whether it be a heart to heart conversation, a trip to the donut shop, chocolate chip cookies when mom said no, or texting a silly joke.

Regardless of how long any foster children came to be part of our family he was always PawPaw whether they were with us only several weeks or longer he accepted them with open arms and showered them with love.

Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother James Edward Howe and survived by his wife of 45 yrs. Bonnie Howe of Clyde, his sister Nancy Spence-Rose of Abilene, his daughter Donna Monsey and her husband Kevin Monsey of Clyde, and their children, Joshua Conner, Callie Monsey, Makenlie Monsey, Hollie Monsey and Nicholas Monsey, his son Thomas Howe and his wife Nicola Howe of Garland and their children, Samone Howe, Collin Howe and Anniston Howe, his daughter in law Lindsey Howe and her children Brydon Howe, Gaven Howe and Gwyneth Howe, his granddaughter Mackenzie Rogers, and his great-grandchildren Xerayah, Marko and Camden.

He spent his early years as a long-haul truck driver and throughout his long career he held several positions as a large equipment operator hauling pipe, clearing brush fire lines, building roads, building stock tanks and clearing oil rig pads all over West Texas. Since 2008, Bobby was the owner, operator of Howe Excavation and recently Bobby was working on retiring from his own business and trying to convince Bonnie to retire. They had plans to begin traveling across the U.S. with their best friends Charlie and Janet Moon.

Visitation will be at Bailey-Howard Funeral Home in Clyde, on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 4-7 p.m. Services are being held at First Baptist Church Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. The family will have a private internment of his ashes at a later date.

Our family appreciates the large out pouring of love and prayers, and we are all so overwhelmed by the support of the community.

 In lieu of flowers the family has asked for donations for the Howe Family Memorial Fund to Bonnie Howe, at First Bank of Texas, account 55250777.

Online condolences may be made at www.baileyhowardfuneralhome.com.

Henry Newmann, 87, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018 in Wichita Falls. A Memorial service will be held, Saturday, Sept. 29, at 2 p.m. in Ebony Grove Cemetery in Mercedes.

Henry was the baby of twelve children, six boys and six girls. He was born and raised in Mercedes in the “Magic Rio Grande Valley”. Henry worked many years for Armour Beef and managed plants in Texas, Illinois, and South Carolina before buying a meat packing plant in San Benito, which he operated until he sold to retire. He was a member of many civic groups, city councils and on several boards of community organizations.

Henry was very active in the Mercedes Livestock Show. He also built and demonstrated a replica of his father’s blacksmith shop on the show grounds. Henry was also a proud member of the Rio Grande Valley Old Farm Equipment Club for many years. He was a member and also served as chief of the volunteer fire department in Los Fresnos and Mercedes. Henry built a large shop where he restored vintage tractors and antique engines and made his own biodiesel.  The talent that he was the most devoted to was woodworking. “There’s only one kind of wood, mesquite,” he would say. He enjoyed spending his hours building anything mesquite.  He also enjoyed sharing his passion with the students in the Sharyland shop classes. 

During his time living in Graham he was busy with his backhoe clearing hundreds of acres in Young County of unwanted mesquite trees. Henry was a hunter and a fisherman, he loved nature and the outdoors.

Henry was a man that put his family first and was extremely proud of them. He was a loving and devoted husband for 59 years to his wife Sue, who preceded him in death in 2012. Henry was a strong and caring man that was loved and respected. He was the best Daddy, father-in-law, “Grandpa,” “Great Grandpa,” son, brother, uncle and a true friend to many. When speaking about Henry Newmann, many have said, ‘They just don’t make them like him anymore.’

A good life well lived.

He was preceded in death by his wife, a son Jimmy, grandson Rob Puryear and great-grandson, Waylon Puryear. Survivors include; daughter, Sandy Puryear and husband John; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The family asks that memorials be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, C/O Inpatient Center, P.O. Box 4804, Wichita Falls, Texas 76308.

God, please bless Paul Pulliam and welcome him with open arms. One thing to watch out for, however...if given the opportunity...he will probably be trying to fix any "squeaks" that the pearly gates might have or fix any bumps in those streets of gold. He loves to fix things and help people. He will be very beneficial as a newcomer.

Paul, 72, passed into the presence of his Heavenly Father on Friday, Sept. 21st, in Dallas, to take on whatever chores the Good Lord has for him in that Great Paradise Ranch in the sky. Paul Pulliam was born Jan. 13, 1946, in Ft. Worth, to his parents, Mary and Charles A. Pulliam. He was married to Sherri Sledge Pulliam for 47 years. Paul was a Kappa Sigma at Southern Methodist University and graduated with a BBA in 1968.

After graduation, he served in the U.S. Army Reserves 1969-1974. Paul graduated from SMU Law School in 1971. Paul and Sherri married in 1971 and have lived in Dallas for 46 years. Paul was a practicing attorney from 1971-1976. From 1976-1979, he was President of Pioneer Title Co. and from 1979-1988, he served as President of Safeco Title Co. In 1988, Paul was co-founder of a new title company, Republic Title of Texas. He served as CEO of Republic Title of Texas until his retirement in Dec. 2010. At Republic Title of Texas, Paul helped to develop an employee stock ownership plan where each employee had a stake in the company.

He had a great love and respect for his employees. After retiring from the title business, Paul became a West Texas rancher on his Paradise Ranch at Possum Kingdom Lake. He had an imposing physical presence--a giant who always looked for a chance to help others. A man of enormous energy, he didn't like applying the brakes to life. One of his greatest adventures was scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef with Sherri in 1999 at 53 years old. Paul left a very big ripple in the pond of life, he will not be forgotten. Paul was a devoted son. When he moved his Mother, Mary, to Dallas in 1999, he would stop by for coffee with her every morning and then visit her every evening on his way home from work, until she died in 2005.

Paul served the Dallas Community in the following offices: North Dallas Bank Board of Directors for 35 years, The Real Estate Council-Founding Member, Director of Easter Seal Society for Children, Salesmanship Club of Dallas, Chairman of 2001 Byron Nelson Golf Tournament, University Park Elementary Dad's Club Vice-Pres., Finance Committee for HPHS School Board, Public Works Committee of City of University Park and Possum Kingdom Lake Assoc. Board Member. He was a member of Christ the King Church in Dallas, a member of Dallas Country Club and the self-appointed "Mayor of Caddo Creek" at Possum Kingdom Lake.

Thank you, family and friends, for your prayers and support. Thank you Dr. Paul Wade, Dr. Randy Kirby, Harlee Youngblood, Palo Pinto General Hospital Mineral Wells, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas and T. Boone Pickens Hospice and Palliative Care Center.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Charles A. Pulliam and his sister, Charlene, who died in infancy; and brother-in-law, Brad Sledge. Survivors: Wife of 47 years, Sherri Sledge Pulliam of Dallas; sons Clark Pulliam and Clay Pulliam of Dallas and their families; in-laws, Steve Sledge of Dallas, Sally Sledge of Ft. Worth, Chrissy Sledge of San Antonio; nephew, Matthew Sledge and wife Missy Sledge of San Antonio.

Memorial Service and Reception: 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 1, at Christ the King Church, 8017 Preston Rd., Dallas, TX  75225.

Private Burial of Ashes: Paradise Ranch, Stephenville County, Texas.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers Paul asked that those who wish to make a gift in his memory please consider: Christ the King Church, 8017 Preston Rd., Dallas TX 75225; Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 208 S. Miller St., Breckenridge, TX 76424; Salesmanship Club of Dallas, 106 E. 10th St., Suite 200, Dallas, TX  75203. "Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life." Rev. 2:10. Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home, 7405 West Northwest Highway, Dallas, TX  75225, 214-363-5401.

Raymond Pearce, 90, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 in Graham. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Eastside Church of Christ. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Raymond was born Feb. 3, 1928 in O’Donnell, to the late Thomas Marcus and Gertrude Susan (King) Pearce. He married Opal Zedlitz, Feb. 3, 1950 in Tahoka. Raymond was a retired oilfield engine mechanic and a member of Eastside Church of Christ. He moved to Graham in 1982 from Kermit.

Survivors include: wife, Opal Pearce of Graham; daughter, Karen Hampton and husband Steve of Houston; sons, Karl Pearce and wife Kayla of Keller, Kenneth Pearce and wife Patty of Granbury, Kelley Pearce and wife Donna of Graham; ten grandchildren, Josh and Sara Hampton, Brantley Pearce and wife Adrienne, Amber, Amanda, and Alyssa Brennan, Jordan Martin and husband Jason, Alyssa and Kevin Pearce, Kylie Ferguson and husband Alex and eight great-grandchildren, and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Melvin and G.R.; sisters, Emma Lee and Zada Bell, daughter-in-law, Suzan, and great granddaughter, Audrey.

James “Jimmy” Kincer, 79, of Possum Kingdom Lake, passed away Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018. He was born June 12, 1939, in Ardmore, Okla., to Charles and Ida May Ellis Kincer. Jimmy owned The Winds Restaurant for 20 years and Jim’s Heating and A/C. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Carlos Kincer.

Survivors include his wife, Jan Kincer; daughters, Sherry Kay Langford and Vicky Lynn Henson; grandson, Brandon Burton; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 10 at Baum-Carlock Bumgardner Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Solaris Hospice, 2250 FM 51, Suite 400, Decatur, Tx 76234.

Baum-Carlock Bumgardner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be left at www.bcbfuneralhome.com.

On Oct. 4, 2018 at the age of 62, Paul Matthew Burnham was called home by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Paul was born September 20, 1956 in Graham, Texas, to Forrest  “Juke” Hayden Burnham and Ludonna Jane Burnham. His mother  was an elementary school teacher and principal, while his father worked as a health inspector for the State of Texas. Paul grew up in Graham, Ralls, Lorenzo, and Round Rock with his brothers Nick and David and his sister Leesa. Although he played little league baseball and football growing up, playing Army was his favorite. He used to play with hundreds of plastic Army men, lining them up to play war, and attaching firecrackers to them so he could blow them up. He would later pass this on to his children and his nieces and nephews.

Due to his mischievous nature, he spent a lot of his childhood in the ER getting sewn up or bandaged. He would often be found riding his favorite horse Paint through town, racing against  trains with his sister holding onto the saddle for dear life. If you couldn’t find him on the saddle you could find him in the cab of an old purple truck he bought with his brother David. They bought it for $100 and you could see the pavement through the floorboard.

In high school he was in the FFA.  He traveled a lot with his brothers and father, showing the steers and lambs he raised for livestock shows.  He also spent time playing pranks on his  friends and family.  One of his favorite things was keeping people laughing.  Out on the road one night, he and his buddy Jack Sweatman killed a rattle snake.  He decided to put it on the  front porch of his own house, ring the doorbell, and let his mother discover it.  When he was a child he tried to set his grandmother GamGam’s house on fire, even though he had a very close relationship with her.  Paul spent the majority of his time with his family throughout high school, and then went on to Texas A&M to study Animal Science.  He planned to go to vet school, but  also joined the Corps of Cadets in case he wanted to have a  career in the military.  He graduated from Texas A&M, class of 1979, and was a member of the M-1 company.

After graduation, Paul spent 29 years serving in the Army as a combat engineer. He was stationed in multiple places across the country and was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Paul was especially proud of his acceptance to the Army War College and  serving with the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force (CJSOTF) in Afghanistan.

Paul raised his three children, Ashley, Julie, and Corey, as a  single parent, several thousand miles away from any family. He was an incredibly loving father who was always thinking of the   next adventure with his kids the most memorable being when he  would take them to San Antonio, stayed at the Embassy Suites, ate at Golden Corral, and went to Fiesta Texas and Sea World. His kids, twenty plus years later, still talk about these vacations.

Although Paul was a financially wise man of integrity, he was also a “smart ass” (biblical term) who was very funny and was always making up songs. He was a man of many one liners, the least of these being, “Let me check my give a shit meter,”  “Negative ghost rider,” “Help me smell this up,” “Shit  fire save matches,” “Fuller than a wood tick”, etc. etc. He had a very realistic but positive outlook on life, and was always  willing to do whatever it took to get the job done. Paul always looked out for his kids, and had others best interest at heart.  In a nutshell, Paul was a "good sum' bitch”.

Paul leaves behind his mother Ludonna Jane Burnham, his children Ashley Nicole Burnham, Julie Jane Burnham, and Corey Lee Burnham,  his brothers Forrest (Nick) Berry Burnham and David Norman Burnham, and his sister Leesa Gayle Sager.

To honor Paul’s life, his children have planned a visitation beginning at 1 p.m. with a Life Celebration to begin at 2 p.m.  on Wednesday, Oct. 10, at Living Hope Baptist Church at 4170 State Hwy 6 S. College Station, TX 77845. Paul requested that his service be celebratory and not somber. For this reason he requested that attendees wear little to no black.

In lieu of flowers, his children ask that donations be made in Paul’s honor to the Aggie BSM at http://aggiebsm.org/give or to Children at Heart Ministries at https://donate.cahm.org/give/87086/#!/donation/checkout.

Please share any memories or tributes to Paul at https://www.hillierfuneralhome.com/tributes/Paul-Burnham or on his Caring Bridge Page at https://www.caringbridge/org/visit/teamburnham.

Jannette Russell Wood, 80, passed away Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 in Graham. A Graveside funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at Cottonwood Cemetery in Jack County. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Jannette was born Jan. 13, 1938 in Hot Springs, Ariz. She married Raymond W. Wood in Houston. Jannette moved to Jack County in the 1970s after retiring from missionary work. She raised boer show goats and was a member of several goat clubs. She was an active member of First Baptist Church in Bryson.

Survivors include; husband, Raymond Wood of Graham; daughter, Gaye Lynn Zipkes of Graham; sons, Steven M. Zipkes of Round Rock, and Brooke D. Todd, III of Houston; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Daphne Morby Nunley, 68, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 at her home in Graham. Funeral services will be Saturday, Oct. 13, at 4 p.m. in Graham Bible Church. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Daphne was born Jan. 17, 1950 in Ft. Riley, Kan. to Norma Orrell and the late George Morby. She married Russell Howard Nunley Aug. 17, 1974 in Rosston. Daphne was a member of Graham Bible Church.

Survivors include: husband, Russell H. Nunley of Graham; sons, Russell F. Nunley and wife, Jana of Mt. Airy, Md. and Cooper Nunley and wife, Erin of Graham; mother, Norma Morby of Forestburg; sister, Syretta Hathorn and husband, James Robert of Forestburg; five grandchildren, Jack, Ella, Liam, Juliette, and Amelia Nunley.

Shirley Ann (Robbins) Delay passed away Oct. 9, 2018 at her home in Graham. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018 at the Medlan Chapel Cemetery. McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Shirley was born Aug. 4, 1947 in Graham to Walter Hubert and Zilpha Belle (Sloan) Robbins. She was a resident of Graham for many years and was a long time member of Hudson Presbyterian Chapel. Survivors include her son, Mike Gilmore and wife Toni; three grandchildren, Cody Gilmore, Devon Gilmore and Brett Gilmore; great granddaughter, Rebecca Gilmore; 2 brothers, Donald Robbins and Dewey Robbins.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband James Delay, her parents, a sister, Lois Epperson; and three brothers, Merle Robbins, Bobby Robbins and Eddie Robbins.

Virginia Stewart, 91, passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.  Funeral will be Thursday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m. in the First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Virginia was born May 11, 1927 in Stamford, to the late Roy Frank and Cecil Christine (Caton) Adams. She married James G. Stewart, July 17, 1948 in Fort Worth. Virginia was active in Meals on Wheels and a member of First Baptist Church Graham. 

Survivors include; husband, James G. Stewart of Graham; daughter, Linda Lawson of Weatherford; sons, Randy Stewart and wife Cathy of Bryan and Scott Stewart and Rebecca of San Francisco, Calif.; seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; sisters, Jane Parke of Fort Worth and Judy Morris of Wimberley; brother, Paul Adams of Fort Worth. 

She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Koepsel.

The family will be at the funeral home Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. to greet friends.

Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels, 825 Fairview St, Graham, TX 76450.

Julie Ann Busch, 58, passed away Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018 at her home in Graham. A celebration of Julie's life will be Sunday, Oct. 21, at 2 p.m. at the Alley House.

Julie was born Dec. 18, 1959 in Graham to Patsy Ruth (Cox) and the late Jack Randell Bynum. She married Ricky Busch Jan. 27, 1982 in Graham and she was a LVN. She loved her family, her animals, her friends, The Graham Steers, and The Lord. She always put others before herself.

Survivors include: husband, Ricky Busch of Graham; son, Derrick Busch of Graham; mother, Pat Bynum of Graham; sisters, Paula Bynum of Henrietta and Susie Espey of Graham; brother, Randy Bynum of Graham; grandparents, Doris Cox of Graham and Imogene Bynum of Marble Falls; grandchildren, her B Boys, Brody, Baylor and Bowen.

She was preceded in death by a son, Jessie Ray in 2015.

Memorials may be made to the Young County Humane Society.

Queenell Inona (Melton) York, 97, passed away Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018. Visitation will be Tuesday Oct. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral is scheduled Wednesday, Oct. 17, at 2 p.m. in the Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Cottonwood Cemetery in Bryson under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Queenell was born May 28, 1921 in Colony, OK. to the late Horace Arthur (H.A.) and Sarah Annas (Furry) Melton. She married Glen E. York, Jan.14, 1939 in Friona. He preceded her in death on Nov. 29, 1992. Queenell was a member of First Presbyterian Church where she was active in Sunday School, Women's Circle and Church until she was unable to attend due to health issues. She was the Receptionist/Secretary at FPC for many years.

Queenell loved all things beautiful including nature, birds, plants, jewelry, clothes, and decorations in her home. She decorated for most holidays. She worked many places in Graham, but especially loved her job with Home Interiors and Gifts, Inc. where she was employed 15 years. She met some wonderful people, won many prizes and made several trips during this time.

Queenell loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren unconditionally, but none could compare to the love she had for the Lord. She never stopped reading her Bible and studying always, hungry for the word of God.

She is survived by her sons, Ronnie York and wife Kathy of Denton, Gary York and wife Connie of Graham; daughter, Ann Chenault and husband Kent Winkler of Weatherford.

She will be missed by grandchildren, Jeff York and wife Reva of Rochester, Rowdy York of Graham, Kris York and wife Peggy of Goldwaithe, Jay York and wife Heidi of Round Rock, Clay Chenault of Austin, Clint Chenault of Graham, Ginger York of Denton, and Ronda Barnes and husband Danny of Denton.

Great grandchildren she leaves are Jodi York Calucag and husband Andrew, August Troy, Ty Barnes, Taylor Barnes, Ryder York, Rance York, Rylie York, Preston York, Reid York, Emma York, Levi Chenault and wife, Emily and Kaleigh Chenault.

Queenell also loved her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren by marriage and association, Emma, Jeffrey, Gatlin, Harrison, and Jaquelin. She is survived by many nieces and nephews who she truly adored.

Those who will meet her at heaven's door are her husband of 55 years, Glen York, her sisters Alma Fleenor, Veryl Tyson, Ruth Brumley, Loretta Cross and brothers Keith and Wayne Melton. She is also meeting for the first time three brothers and sisters who died in infancy before she was born.

The family wants to say a special thank you to all the staff at Graham Oaks Care Center and Beyond Faith Home Health and Hospice as well as other care givers.
 

Robert Lee Creighton, Jr., 74, passed away Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018 at his residence in Graham. Memorial services will be Thursday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Robert was born Nov. 9, 1943 in Grandfield, Okla. to the late Olabel (McKinnis) and Robert Lee Creighton, Sr.  He received a business degree from Southwestern State University in Durant, Okla. and graduated from SMU banking School in Dallas. Robert married Dixie Lynn Duncan in Grandfield in 1963 and moved to Graham in 1971 from Byers. Robert retired as Vice President of First National Bank Graham and was an investor in oil and gas.  He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Rotary Club, former President of Booster Club, past board of directors Young County Animal Shelter and organized Girls Softball Association.

Survivors include: wife, Dixie Creighton of Graham; daughters, Leah Creighton of Grand Prairie and Laurie Duncan of Wichita Falls; sister, Joette Maskew of Ruidoso, N.M.; grandchildren, Amber White and Cameron Lynn; great grandchildren, Lillie Brown, Melaine White, and Elanor White.

Wayne Mitchell Greer was born on Aug. 11, 1938 in Goldsboro, to Ross and Mildred Greer. He graduated from Coleman High School in 1957. He began working in the printing business at age 14 and went on to spend the next 58 years in the newspaper and printing business finally retiring at the age of 72.

Wayne’s first passion away from work was with the volunteer fire service, spending over 40 years donating his time to help and serve others. Wayne was a long time member of the McCamey Volunteer Fire Department. He served various offices in the department including being chief for numerous years. He also served as a guest instructor at the annual Texas A&M Fire School for many years (too many to recall). He taught portable fire extinguishers at both the municipal school in the summer as well as the spring training session.

Wayne taught at several area schools throughout the years which included Andrews, Floyadada, San Angelo and wherever his expertise was called upon. He was a member of the LaPorte VFD in the early seventies. While at LaPorte VFD he was certified as an EMT and served on the ambulance service as well. He became a certified EMT/ECA instructor and trained many EMT’s in LaPorte and west Texas in the 70s and early 80s. He is a past president of the Permian Basin Firefighter’s Association and served on the financial board with the State Fire Marshalls and Firefighters Association during the late 80s and early 90s.

Wayne’s second passion was fixing things. He wasn’t just a mechanic but a genius when it came to troubleshooting and repairing just about anything you put in front of him. If he couldn’t fix it then it probably couldn’t be fixed. And then there was flying and fishing. Wayne was probably his happiest when he was either flying around in his Cherokee or catching (or at least attempting to catch) a fish.

Wayne is survived by his wife Guyla of Possum Kingdom Lake, his sister Margie Candler of Los Alamos, New Mexico, his children Monte and Chrissy Greer of Horseshoe Bay, Alan and Robin Greer of Lipan, Dennis and Mandy Greer of McCamey, Marla and Jerry Don Cook of Brady, Shane and Rhonda Flanagan of Possum Kingdom Lake and Mike Williams of Odessa, 33 grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren, way too many nieces and nephews to count and his faithful companion Cheech.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his two older brothers: Clinton and Guy Greer. Even after death, Wayne insisted on training others by donating his body to science for research and training purposes. Wayne requested that there not be a funeral service. He didn’t want anyone to fuss over him. Wayne did request that if any type of service was held, that it would be a joyous service that allowed people to tell their stories and to laugh with him one last time. The family agreed to honor his wishes and not hold a funeral service but instead hold a celebration of life in his honor. Wayne’s celebration will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 at Possum Kingdom Community Church.

CWO4 (ret) Frank Lanier Beaman Sr., 82, of Mineral Wells, joined our Lord and Savior on the morning of Oct. 13, 2018 after spending his final days surrounded by friends and family.

A celebration of life will be held Friday, Oct. 19, at Indian Creek Baptist Church, 104 Indian Creek Road, Mineral Wells, at 1 p.m., Pastor Jake Grogan officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday Oct. 17 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Baum-Carlock-Bumgardner Funeral Home, 302 W Hubbard St., Mineral Wells. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Vietnam War Museum, P O Box 1779, Weatherford TX 76086.

Frank was born on July 8th, 1936 in Norfolk, Va. to William and Elizabeth Beaman. At the young age of 17 he joined the United States Army in 1953. Shortly after that, he married the love of his life, Susan Irene Berry on May 10, 1956. During his distinguished military career that spanned nearly 30 years, Chief Beaman served at the end of the Korean War, two service tours to Vietnam and another peace time tour in Korea. He was the recipient of numerous military commendations, medals, awards, and was the recipient of a Bronze Star.

After retirement from the Army in 1982, Frank went to work for Ford Aerospace as an engineer overseeing the construction of the "Sergeant York" anti-helicopter gun system and moved to Anniston, Ala. From there Frank worked for DynCorp in Barstow, Calif. until retiring in 1989 and returning to Mineral Wells.

Frank is survived by his wife of 62 years, Susan. As well as their two sons, Frank Lanier Beaman Jr., and his wife Terri of Graham. Michael C. Beaman, and his wife Rhonda of Odessa. Seven grandchildren; Amanda, Kristin, Frank III (Lane), Natalie, Keeghan, Jakob, and Khaiden. Four great-grandchildren; Brooke, Bryson, Remington, and Maverick. As well as extended family, and many friends.

Gladys Marie Wimberley, 99, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018 at her home in Granbury. She was a former resident of both Graham and Wichita Falls. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Gladys was born Feb. 10, 1919 in Clarksville, Ark. to the late Solon Lemley and Bessie Jane (Wilhelm) Brown. She married H.E. Wimberley on Oct. 26, 1934 in Crosbyton and he preceded her in death Aug. 26, 1999.  H.E. and Gladys were engaged in farming in the Muleshoe area from 1934-1963 and in Vega from 1963-1970. Gladys was in real estate sales and retired from Montgomery Ward. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church, Wichita Falls.

Survivors include: daughter, Coriene Grimsley and husband, Mark of Levelland ; sons, Lon Wimberley and wife, Eleane of Granbury and Gerald Wimberley and wife, Natalia of Wichita Falls; brothers, Richmond Brown and wife, Kay of Tyler; Donald Brown of Sulpher Springs; and sister, Wilma Young of San Antonio; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and caretaker, Donna Taylor of Granbury.

She was preceded in death by a son, M.L. Wimberley; brothers, Autry Brown and Harold Glen Brown; grandson, Mike Grimsley; and great-grandson, Trey Oakley.

Berkley Clark Lipsey, 9 months, went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, Oct. 19, 2018 at his home in Graham. Funeral services will be Sunday, October 21 at 2 p.m. in Graham Church of God.

Berkley was born Dec. 28, 2017 in Weatherford to Laci and Josh Lipsey. He loved pink, Cat In The Hat, his sister (they were best friends), he never stopped saying Mama and Dada, loved his toys, which included his favorites: a frog puppet, a drum set and piano, his favorite game was hide and seek and he would throw a fit to play with any type of cord or his sister's sequin backpack.

Survivors include: parents, Laci and Josh Lipsey of Graham; sister and best friend, Lexi Lipsey of Graham and a baby sister or brother on the way; grandparents, Mechelle Barnett and Michael Kee of Graham and David Lipsey, Sr. and the late Beth Lipsey of Graham; great grandparents, Gary and Judy Barnett of Graham, Wyvonne and the late Garland Lipsey of Decatur, Waldene Boyle of McKinney and Billy Ray and Sandra Kee of Graham; aunts and uncles, Kristy and Rodney Nantz of Olney, David Lipsey, Jr. and Toree of Graham, Breanne and Trey Fernihough of Decatur and Jessica and Jason Gibson of Gardendale, Alabama.

He was preceded in death by cousins Lindsay Ingram and Trenten Ingram.

Marshall Tyson Nickols, 76, passed away Sunday morning, Oct. 21, 2018. He passed peacefully at home with his wife, Mary Gail, at his side. He was a former resident of Graham from 1972 to 1999.

Marshall was born July 7, 1942 in Goldthwaite to the late James Nickols and Ethel Nickols. He grew up in Goldthwaite until the family moved to Graham around 1953. He later moved to Seminole with his older brother the late Wesley Nickols. He married Mary Gail Watkins in Seminole on May 28, 1960. Marshall worked at and owned a tire repair gas station in Seminole until he and Mary Gail moved to Graham in 1972. In Graham, he worked in the construction industry and own an operated a contracting and cabinet shop. Like his father James, Marshall was active in Little League Baseball in Graham. In 1999 he moved to Arlington to be closer to his three sons and grandchildren. In Arlington, Marshall was a member of the New World United Methodist Church.

Survivors include: wife Mary Gail Nickols of Arlington, sons Lynn, Tray and Bruce and their wives-all who live in the DFW area, along with many grand children who live in Georgetown and the DFW area, as well as cousin Philip Guy Nickols who grew up in Goldthwaite and currently resides in Clearwater, Fla.

Jeanne Williams Bradshaw, 84, passed away Monday, Oct. 29, 2018 in Graham. Memorial services will be held Thursday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Jeanne was born Feb. 6, 1934 in Bowie to the late Alton Leroy and Nanny Orene (Kersey) McNatt. She graduated from Austin High School and received degrees from Midwestern State University and University of Houston. Jeanne married Oliver Edward Bradshaw Oct. 31, 1999 in Austin and he preceded her in death. She was a retired Registered Nurse and a member of the Texas Nursing Association. Jeanne was Director of Nurses at Graham Regional Hospital for many years. Taking care of people and gardening were her favorite things.

Survivors include: daughters, Sharyn Davis of Orange Park, Florida and Linda Hardy of Plano; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Trinka Oglesby and sons, Wayne and Jim Williams.

James Davis Skidmore, 88, passed Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 in Wichita Falls. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. in Bellevue Cemetery in Bellevue under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

James was born Aug. 30, 1930 in Cumby to the late Grover Cleveland and Blanche (Phelps) Skidmore. He married Wanda Dake April 11, 1992 in Archer City. James was a veteran of the United States Army and was owner operator of Skidmore's Graham Auto Rebuilders.

Survivors include: wife, Wanda Skidmore of Newcastle; daughter, Karen Holloway and husband, Robert of Dallas; sons, Jimmy Skidmore and wife, Valerie of Graham, Roger Skidmore and wife, Susan of Graham, Doug Pinkston and wife, Penny of Graham and Tommy Pinkston of Graham; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by sisters, Anna Lou Myers, Eva Jo Ratliffe, and Margie Wells and brother, Charles Phelps Skidmore.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to your favorite charity.