Everette Vanarsdall, 92, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. Funeral is scheduled 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at Morrison Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Everette was born Feb. 18, 1927 in Canyon to the late Carl D. and Ora Lee (Marshall) Vanarsdall. He served in the United States Navy during World War II as a Fireman First Class.  Everette moved to Graham in 1943 from Olney. He married Peggy Frazier, June 23, 1951 in Graham. Everette has been the owner of Everette’s Jewelry since 1951. He was a faithful member First Baptist Church.

Survivors include: wife of 67 years, Peggy Vanarsdall of Graham; sons, Scott Vanarsdall and wife Karen of Graham, Dan Vanarsdall and wife Debra of Olney; grandchildren, Cary and wife, Cristina, Matthew, Jessica, and Brent; four great grandchildren.

Special thanks to Beyond Faith Hospice and the nurses and staff at Graham Oaks Care Center.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church or a favorite charity.

Janet Smith passed away Feb. 10, 2019, at the age of 72. She went to be with the Lord and her husband Tommy Smith.

She is survived by Joceal Reddell, Harriet Blakney, Wynonna Carral, Royce Roberts, James Roberts and many nieces and nephews. Services will be Saturday, Feb. 23 at the Abundant Life Church in Graham at 2 p.m.

Jason A. Smith, 50, passed away Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 at his home. A visitation was scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, February 9 for family and friends at Morrison Funeral Home.

Jason was born Aug. 26, 1968 in Graham to Barbara Helen Donohoo and the late W.K. Smith. He married Michelle Moore Nov. 12, 1994 in Graham. Jason was a lifelong resident of Graham. He worked in the oilfield and coached Little League sports for several years.

Survivors include; wife, Michelle Smith of Graham; daughters, Brittany Smith of Graham, Vanessa Montano and Eric of Arlington; sons, Dustin Smith and Kathy of Graham, Justin Smith of Levelland; parents, Barbara and Don Freeze of Graham, Vickye Smith of Graham; grandchildren, Adyson, Hunter, Dominick, Zander, Jazlyn, Jackson, Alexandria, and Oliver; sisters, Amy Moore and Gary, Karen Podgorski and Wade, and Kandie Bruce and fiance, Jordan Phillips all of Graham; brother; Jerry Freeze and Aletha of Graham.

Jason was preceded in death by his father, W.K. Smith; grandparents, Willard and Aline Smith and Ollie and Eleanor Donohoo.

Lola Mae Bellah Bain, age 98, passed away Feb. 18, 2019 at Graham Regional Medical Center. Burial was Thursday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m. at Woodson Cemetery in Woodson. Memorial service will follow at First United Methodist Church in Graham at 2 p.m.

Lola was born Feb. 8, 1921 in Throckmorton County, to the late Luther Bryant and Maude Henry Bellah. She was the sixth of ten children who remained very close throughout their lifetimes.

She loved telling stories of growing up in the country in Throckmorton County, and graduated from Throckmorton High School in 1938. She studied business at Texas Tech for two years before joining the workforce to aid in World War II. Lola and John E. Bain were married in Lubbock on Nov. 22 1952. They lived in Lubbock and Lorenzo for many years. She worked in accounting positions for several companies in Lubbock. Lola did her best in every job she held and believed in her father’s words of wisdom that “an honest job was an honorable job.” After retirement, Lola and John moved to Graham in 1993. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church Graham. She was always the life of the party at family gatherings and enjoyed painting, bowling, square dancing, serving her church and traveling.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John E. Bain, brothers, Jack, Blue, Donald and Bobby and sisters, Maurine Keeter, Vela Bailes, Mary McCrary, and Ouida Francisco.
Survivors include brother, Marvin Bellah and wife, Marianna, sister-in-law Earlene Bellah as well as 21 nieces, nephews, and their families who greatly loved her.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church,  700 Third Graham, TX 76450, Throckmorton Ex-Students, PO Box 566, Throckmorton, TX 76483, or donor’s favorite charity.

Edward Harrell, 90, passed away Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019 at his home in Graham. Funeral will be Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church.  Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. 

Edward was born May 6, 1928 in Southbend to the late Madison Dodd “Matt” Harrell and Beulah Edna Hammond Harrell.  He attended school in Southbend and Graham. Edward joined the U. S. Navy at the age of 17. He served on the USS McNair and USS Kidd during World War II. Edward was a retired employee of the Texas Electric Power Plant and a member of First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include; wife of 71 years, Leta Harrell of Graham; daughter, Pam Erwin and husband Aaron of Graham; sons, Freddie Harrell of Euless and Ronnie Harrell and wife Karon of Graham; sister-in-law, Christine Harrell Reed of Kountze; grandchildren, Lisa McGehee, Virgil Willis, Aaron Erwin, Jr. and wife Amy, Laura Kay Grayson and husband Will, and Frankie Erwin and wife Taylor; eight great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren; also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Edward was preceded in death by daughter, Jean Adams, great grandson, Awetry Erwin, and siblings, M.D. Harrell, Almeda Lowe, Mae Edna Slice, Paul Harrell, James Harrell, and Howard Harrell.

Family Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

We want a heartfelt thank you to: the entire staff at Beyond Faith Hospice and Debra Stanton, Sadie Cain, Betty Pleasant, and Pat Todd.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that Memorials be made to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 88, Graham, Texas 76450, Samaritan Fund, Bible Zone, Friendship Meal or your favorite charity.

James Gardner “Jim” Stewart, 93, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 in Fort Worth.  Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 1 at Morrison Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home. 

Jim was born May 18, 1925 in Fort Worth to the late Thomas Clyde Stewart and Mary Kendall Gardner Stewart. He was a veteran of the Army Corps of Engineers, serving during World War II in France, Philippines, and landed on Utah Beach just after D-Day.  He married Virginia Adams, July 17, 1948 in Fort Worth. She preceded him in death on Oct. 13, 2018. Jim moved to Graham in 1958 from Abilene and was a self-employed Geologist. He was a member of First Baptist Church Graham where he was a former Junior High Sunday school teacher, a former Boy Scout leader and a former baseball coach. He loved the outdoors especially fishing.

Survivors include; daughter, Linda Lawson of Weatherford; sons, Randy Stewart and wife Cathy of Bryan and Scott Stewart and wife Rebecca of San Francisco; seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.  

Visitation was Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Lake Worth Area Historical Society (LWAHS).

Bobby Harold Wages, 58, passed away Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at his home in Olney. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are with Morrison Funeral Home.

Bobby was born Feb. 29, 1960 in Olney to the late Harold L. and Mary Jane (Casteel) Wages. Bobby was a lifetime resident of Young County and worked as a rancher, oilfield driller, and a carpenter.

Survivors include; sons, E.J. Wages and wife Michell of Graham and William Wages of Graham; brother, Jeff Wages and wife Angel of Graham; niece, Sadie Wages and a nephew Lee Wages.

Nathan D. Abbott, 93, passed away Friday, March 1, 2019 in Graham. Funeral will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 at First Baptist Church Graham. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Nathan was born Feb. 8, 1926 in Burkburnett to the late Nathan Dave Abbott and Blanche Mae (Williamson) Abbott. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy serving during World War II. He married Dottie Kent, July 4, 1947 in Burkburnett. She preceded him in death on March 14, 1990. Nathan was a retired employee of Texas Electric serving as a supervisor at the Graham Power Plant and as a startup consultant at the Comanche Peak nuclear plant. He married Jewel Willis, Feb. 6, 1993 in Graham. Nathan was an active member of First Baptist Church Graham for 60 years.

Survivors include; wife, Jewel Abbott of Graham; daughter, Martha Abbott Barron and husband Richard of Fort Worth; sister, Sue Beaver of Lawton, Okla.; Step-sons, Don Willis and wife Lynda of The Woodlands and Barry Willis and wife Suzanne of Perryton; grandchildren, Nathan “Mike” Barron and wife Alexis, Neeley Crabtree and husband Rodney, Tracey Mowrey, Charlotte Willis, Cory Willis and Sara Spence; numerous great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive. 

Nathan was preceded in death by a daughter, Cathy Mowrey, son-in-law Troy Mowrey, step grandson, Dean Willis, four sisters and three brothers. 

Visitation was Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to Dystonia Medical Research Foundation.

Charles H. Farmer, 75, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019 at his home in Graham.  Visitation was Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Salem-Crestview United Methodist Church, corner of Texas and Brazos Street. Funeral will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Red Top Cemetery in Young County. 

Charles was born Oct. 26, 1943 in Mineral Wells to the late Henry Grady and Veda Lee (Harrison) Farmer. He served in the United States Navy until his discharge in 1966.  Charles married Charlotte Hampton, June 28, 1971 in Graham. He was an employee of Air Tractor in Olney for over twenty-one years. Charles was a member of Young County Masonic Lodge #485, Fort Worth Scottish Rite, Salem Crestview United Methodist Church, and VFW Post 8567.

Survivors include; wife, Charlotte Farmer of Graham; daughter, Shelia Burt and Shane of Graham; sons, Rob Ballow and Sherry of Graham, Brent Ballow and David Dupree of Puerta Vallarta, Mexico; 12 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. 

Charles was preceded in death by sister, Sarah Elizabeth Stafford.

Memorials may be made to Fort Worth Scottish Rite, 1100 Henderson Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 or Young County Humane Society, 120 Craig Street, Graham, Texas 76450.

Deanna “Dea” Susan Smith, 57, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 in Palo Pinto County. Memorial services were Sunday, March 3 at 1 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Dea was born March 17, 1961 in Fort Worth to the late Hershell and Deanna Estelle (Smith) Green. She was the Postmaster for Graford. Dea was a beautiful, loving soul. She passionately loved all living things, An insect or a swan were objects where she would find beauty and joy. She was a 31 year employee of the United States Postal service, where she took pride and joy in the work that she did. Customer service was always the first priority with Dea. She loved her customers and strived daily to do the absolute best job that she could do for them.

She was a devoted and loving wife. The love shown to her husband, Kevin, every day was tremendous. The joy and passion that Kevin and Dea shared will never be dampened. As Kevin went through vet school at Texas A&M, Dea was his rock. When times got tough Dea would be there with unconditional love and support. She would reply to him with scriptures and loving words that got him through.

She loved her Dogs Izzy, Ciara and Lady. They were all rescue dogs that needed her at the lowest points of their lives. Dea was there with a loving heart and caring hands and gave those animals that others threw away, a life that most people would be envious to live themselves. Dea and her husband have been raising American Quarter Horses for nearly 23 years. She loved every aspect of running a horse ranch. No one could do a better job than Dea. She was obsessive about her horses’ care and would always be there till the job was done.

Sunset and sunrise were times of the day that Dea loved. She would try to find the best views on the ranch to see her beautiful sunsets or sunrise and photograph them. She would always tell her husband “this is my favorite light”. She loved to share those pictures and record God’s beauty to be admired forever.

Dea loved Jesus Christ and accepted him as her Lord and Savior when she was a child. She studied God’s word daily. Dea loved to get up early, have a cup of coffee, have her Bible study, then find a place on the ranch to watch the sunrise.

Any hungry animal just needed to be seen by her to get a meal. She kept dog food, cat food and bird seed in her truck at all times just in case one of God’s creatures was hungry. She fed birds around the ranch and loved to watch and photograph them.

This world lost a beautiful, precious soul this week and all of her friends, family and pets will have a void that will not be filled until we see her again with our Lord.

Survivors include: husband, Kevin Gursky of Jacksboro; three sisters, Judy, Connie, and Nancy Green of Ohio; uncle, Jerry Faulk; father and mother in law, Pete and Linda Gursky; dogs, Izzy, Lady, and Ciara and horse, Wichita.

Memorials may be made to your local animal shelter.

Claudia Juanita Furr, age 100, died Friday, March 1, 2019 at Elmcroft of Graham. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church of Newcastle with Michael Cyr, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at the Furr ranch. Family visitation was from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Lunn Funeral Home in Olney. Arrangements are under the direction of Lunn Funeral Home of Olney.

Juanita was born on Nov. 26, 1918 in Olney to the late Moses Henry Hankins and Nannie (Dodson) Hankins. After high school, she attended Weatherford College and later received her Bachelor Degree from Midwestern State University. She retired from teaching in many local schools including Olney, Megargel, Newcastle, Bittercreek and True. Many of the lives Juanita touched through her teaching career grew into lifelong friendships. She married Ellis Edward Furr on Sept. 5, 1941 in Olney and they moved to Newcastle in 1946 where they made their home on the Furr ranch. She was a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association, was a charter member of the Graham Women’s Club, and was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church of Newcastle. She was a beloved Wife, and a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Juanita was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her daughter, Elese McDougal.  

Juanita is survived by her son, David Adam Furr of Newcastle; four grandchildren: Shellie Pruitt of Franklin, Tenn., John Furr of Granbury, Andrea Turvy and husband Christopher of Franklin, Tenn. and Brian Watson of Graham; seven great-grandchildren: Mallory Pruitt, Colton Pruitt, Cadence Furr, Brady Furr, Christian Furr, Jackson Turvy and Cailyn Turvy.

Memorials may be made to: First United Methodist Church of Newcastle, P.O. Box 187, Newcastle, Texas 76372 or Beyond Faith Hospice, 604 Oak Street, Suite 105, Graham, Texas 76450.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.lunnfuneralhome.com.

Bobby Kent “Blossom” Williams, 65 of Seymour, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 in Wichita Falls.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 9, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Olney. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Archer Funeral Home, Seymour.
Bobby was born Nov. 29, 1953 in Graham to Bob and Genelle Williams. He worked in the oil field.

He is survived by his two children, Cat Beatty and Joey Williams; two brothers, Stan Williams and Trey Williams; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Memorial Services for Dr. T. Carl McMillan, age 87, of Brownwood, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2019, at the First Baptist Church; a private family interment will be held prior to services. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Blaylock Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the direction of Blaylock Funeral Home of Brownwood.

Carl passed away Saturday, March 2 at Brownwood Regional Medical Center. He was born on Nov. 21, 1931, to Tommy and Lois (Knox) McMillan in Lampasas County. He graduated third from his class at Lampasas High School in 1949. Carl was 1st Lieutenant in the Army National Guard and later in the U. S. Army. He attended Howard Payne University earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and Math in 1953, a Master’s degree in Administrative Education in 1960, and earned his Doctorate in Educational Administration from East Texas State University in 1976.

Carl taught history, government, math, and P.E. at the high school level for 12 years. As a basketball coach in Graham, he led his team to the State Championship in 1964. He was a high school Principal for two years and Superintendent for 21 years, at Lordsburg, N.M., Wilmer-Hutchins, Little Cypress-Mauriceville and Harlingen districts.

Carl was an active member and officer in the Lions Club, CASA, Good Samaritan and Graham Masonic Lodge. He was a member of the Brownwood City Council and served as mayor pro tem for two terms. He was instrumental in developing the Aquatic Center, Cen-Tex Soccer Field, Lehnis Railroad Museum, and expansion of the new central fire station. He was an active advocate on the Republican Party, serving as co-chairman of the BCRP. Carl was also a member of First Baptist Church.

Carl was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mildred McMillan; his two daughters and their spouses, Rebecca Johnston and husband Keith, Kathy McMillan Wichman and husband Jeff; grandsons, Jeremy Brister and Holden McMillan; and two brothers and their, Bob McMillan and wife Arlene, Marshall McMillan and wife Carol. He is also survived by other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Gladys Snyder; and brother, Norman McMillan.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to the Dr. T. Carl and Mildred McMillan Scholarship Fund at Howard Payne University. Online condolences for the family are welcome at www.blaylockfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Virginia O’Mary passed away on March 8, 2019 in Graham. A Graveside service will be held at the South Bend Cemetery, in South Bend on March 12 at 2 p.m. McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home are in charge of the arrangements.

Virginia was born on May 1, 1923 in McWhorter, West Virginia, to the late Mr. Columbus B. Walker and the late Mrs. Catherine Walker. She was a long time resident of South Bend.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Dale Walker of South Bend and Allen Walker of Breckenridge.

She is survived by her daughter, Virginia Lee Tucker of South Bend; grandsons, Rick Tucker and Michael Tucker, both of Graham; and great grandson Brayden Tucker, also of Graham.

“The tapestry of our lives is woven with Golden Memories”

A Celebration of Life for Bill McKelvie of Newcastle will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at Fort Belknap.

William Dean “Bill” McKelvie was born on July 8, 1939 in Pennsylvania.

He passed in to the next life on March 8 in Newcastle after a long, hard fought battle with cancer.

Bill was blessed by many people but he had two special angels on earth. Roslyn Fowler and Jeff French are the model of what friendship truly is.

Bill was a staunch Democrat. He remained respectful when encountering those with differing opinions but he could become animated while expressing himself.

There were no “heel spurs” for Bill. In 1954, two years before he was old enough he lied about his age and joined the United States Marine Corps.

He loved horses. At the young age of 12, he worked after school and during the summer to buy his first horse. Bill always owned at least one horse, usually many more.

Bill loved his grandchildren. According to friends, he never missed an opportunity to brag about them and he loved to show off their most recent pictures.

There was a special place in his heart for his son in law, Jamey. Rumor has it he frequently bragged about him too.

“The nut doesn’t fall far from the tree,” was true for Bill and his daughter, Diana Michelle. As they aged they found amusement in how much alike they really were - something the rest of us always saw.

Bill was proceeded in death by his parents: Thomas and Jean McKelvie. His sister: Linda Cooper and his brother, Richard “Dick” McKelvie.

He is survived by a daughter: Diana Michelle Whitaker and her husband, Jamey of Texas. A daughter: Melody Weise of Texas. A son: John McKelvie and wife, Dusty of Utah. Ten grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers you may donate to the Democratic National Committee, the American Cancer Society or the Cancer Research Center. But above all else, be kind to one another.

“I’m going to miss you, Jethro. Stay hungry.”

Kenneth Carrol Ford, known as “Coach” to many, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Visitation will be Saturday, March 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home. Services will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel followed by interment at Pioneer Cemetery in Graham.

Ken was born on Dec. 31, 1935 in Mineral Wells, to James Jackson and Rosie E. (Jobe) Ford. He grew up in Breckenridge, where he played quarterback for the high school and was known as Ken “Model A” Ford, (His brother John T had been the “Model T” of Breckenridge eight years earlier). He led the Buckaroos to the State Championship in 1951 and 1952. He continued his education on a football scholarship at Hardin-Simmons University. It was there that he met Myrna Loy Petty. After graduating in 1958, Ken and Myrna were married on Sept. 14, 1958 in Las Vegas, Nev. His honeymoon was spent in New York at football practice where he played Pro-Ball for the next few years with the New York Titans (today’s Jets) and the New York Giants. A country boy at heart, Ken left the big city and Professional Football and returned to Texas. Ken began his education career coaching high school football in Loraine, Pampa, and Holliday. In 1968 coaching brought him to Graham, which became his home for over 50 years. After pursuing his Master’s degree from Tarleton State University, Ken served as principal of Shawnee Elementary School and eventually Graham High School where he stayed until his retirement in 1993. Ken and Myrna moved to Lake Graham in 1993 where they made many happy memories with their family and four grandsons, that know how proud their “Papa” was of them because he always spent time talking with them and telling them that he loved them. Ken and Myrna moved “back to town” in Graham in 2017 and just recently moved to Burleson to be close to their daughters.

Ken was inducted into the Hardin-Simmons Cowboy Hall of Fame (‘95) and Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame (’12). He was a member of TSTA, TRTA, and the Cowboy Church Gatherin’.
One of his grandson’s interviewed him for a project and when asked ‘What is the most important thing that kids should learn today?’ His answer was, “Two things. Number one, Jesus Christ gave his life for our sins, and number two, everybody should learn how to get along with each other.”

His family rejoices that he is with Jesus now.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents, James and Rosie Ford, and by his brother, John T. Ford.

Ken is survived by his wife of 60 years, Myrna Ford; son Kyle Ford and wife, Lisa of Deer Park; daughter Periann Ford of Burleson, daughter Amy Wells of Mansfield: grandsons, Jacob Ford and wife Erika, Noah and Micah Ford, Cameron Wells, and his great-granddaughters Blakely and Brynlee Ford.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Annual Scholarship Fund at Hardin Simmons University. Donations can be made online at connect.hsutx.edu/donate or by mail to the Kenneth Ford Memorial, HSU Box 16100, Abilene, TX 79698. Make checks payable to Hardin Simmons University.

James Donald Robbins, Sr. was born Oct. 11, 1933 in Newcastle and passed away on Feb. 26, 2019 in Mineral Wells. His parents were Walter and Zilpha Robbins.

Survivors include sons James Donald Robbins Jr and Joe Dean Robbins, Sr and grandson Joe Dean Robbins Jr.; his brother Dewey Robbins; step daughter Ellen Nickols and husband Richard; grand-daughter JoEllen Nickols Betterton and husband Scott; five great grandchildren-Ryan, Hunter, Levi, Brynlie, and Tiffanee, and a host of “adopted grandchildren”.

He was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.

Graveside services will be held at a future date in the Medlin Chapel Cemetery.

Joanie Shepherd, 82, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2019 in Graham. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 16, at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Loving Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Joanie was born Oct. 26, 1936 in Ardmore, Okla. to the late Robert and Neva Jane (Miller) Bower. She graduated from Graham High School and attended Midwestern State University.  She married Kenneth Shepherd, July 3, 1956 in Loving. He preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 1989. Joanie worked for several businesses in Graham as a secretary and bookkeeper. She was a member of Jean Baptist Church.

Survivors include; daughter, Kendra Tatum and husband Derel of Graham; son, Kirk Shepherd and wife Brenda of Graham; grandchildren, Kassie Shepherd Roye, Kolt Lee Shepherd, and Kenneth Dixon; great grandchildren, Oliver and Abbott Shepherd, Kyler and Rhett Roye; also surviving are several half brothers and sisters.

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

Memorials may be made to Loving Fire Department.

Brandon Pless Davis passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019 in Stephens County. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home with interment following at Medlan Chapel Cemetery. Family visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Brandon was born May 23, 1988 in Graham and lived in Graham and Breckenridge most of his life. He was tattoo artist. He was preceded in death by a son, Bryler David Davis, a sister, Joy Beckett and by his grandmother, Lois Davis.

Survivors include his father, Robert Ray Davis, Sr. and wife Annitta; mother Shawna Rowe and husband Paul; son, Cameren Alexander Huitt; twin brother, Robert Ray Davis, Jr. and wife Allie and nephew Robert Ray Davis, III (Trey); brother, Joshua Davis and wife Paige; three sisters, Jennifer Davis, Alia Cleaver and husband James and Destiny Davis; Grandparents, Bobby Davis and Kathy Lambert; step siblings, Katy, Gage and Elijah Crowley, James Curtis Rowe and Joshua Paul Rowe; Cameren’s mom, Lisa Huitt and Bryler’s mom, Amy Burdett.

Memorial donations may be made to the GoFundMe account at gf.me/ulrjbvsk.

Brandon Pless Davis passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019 in Stephens County. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home with interment following at Medlan Chapel Cemetery. Family visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Brandon was born May 23, 1988 in Graham and lived in Graham and Breckenridge most of his life. He was tattoo artist. He was preceded in death by a son, Bryler David Davis, a sister, Joy Beckett and by his grandmother, Lois Davis.

Survivors include his father, Robert Ray Davis, Sr. and wife Annitta; mother Shawna Rowe and husband Paul; son, Cameren Alexander Huitt; twin brother, Robert Ray Davis, Jr. and wife Allie and nephew Robert Ray Davis, III (Trey); brother, Joshua Davis and wife Paige; three sisters, Jennifer Davis, Alia Cleaver and husband James and Destiny Davis; Grandparents, Bobby Davis and Kathy Lambert; step siblings, Katy, Gage and Elijah Crowley, James Curtis Rowe and Joshua Paul Rowe; Cameren’s mom, Lisa Huitt and Bryler’s mom, Amy Burdett.

Memorial donations may be made to the GoFundMe account at gf.me/ulrjbvsk.