Kelly Wooderson Burkett (57) - a daughter, mother, sister and a friend courageously ended this chapter of her life on Nov. 11, 2021, and began the journey into the final (eternal) chapter with her Father in Heaven.

She was born on May 5, 1964, to Charles and Donya Wooderson. At age 23 she gave birth to her daughter and best friend, Jaycie Jo Burkett. Later in life she began a career in nursing. As a Christian, she put her love and Faith in Jesus.

She loved spending time with and being surrounded by her friends and especially family. Until the end her sense of humor and ability to make us laugh was prevalent.

Kelly was proceeded in death by her mother and father. She is survived by her daughter Jaycie Burkett, her brother Kevin Wooderson and long time friend and companion Russell Knight.

A memorial will be  held Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at The Cowboy Gathering Church at 11 a.m. for family and friends.

Donna Belle Smith McClanahan, 92 years old, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021, at her home in Graham, Texas. She was born on Dec. 20, 1928, in Amarillo, Texas, to Lucian Edwin Smith and Ada Lee Terry Smith. She graduated from Graham High School in 1946. On May 4, 1947, she married the love of her life, Leonard Eugene McClanahan in Vickery, Texas. They had a wonderful life until his death in 1971. Donna worked as a telephone operator for ten years then stayed home to raise four children. In 1966 she went back to work for the Texas Highway Department where she retired after 26 years.

Donna was a charter member of the Graham Hospital Auxiliary, a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church and the Kum Duble Sunday School Class.

Donna is survived by two daughters, Connie Garland and husband, Ken, of Denton and Sharon McClanahan of the home in Graham; two granddaughters, Meredith Garland of The Woodlands, and Kasey Wright and husband, Cole, of Argyle; twin great grandchildren, Karsyn and Cayden Wright; sister-in-laws, Betty Smith of Wichita Falls, Billie Mosley and husband, Otis, of Austin, Pattie McClanahan of Graham and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son, Gary McClanahan and daughter, Caron McClanahan, brother, Edwin L. Smith and sister, Imogene Hays.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, Nov. 19, 2021, at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Graham, Texas, with Rev. Ben Disney and Rev. Jim Senkel officiating. Interment will be at Pioneer Cemetery following the funeral service. Visitation will be held Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, from 5-6:30 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

The family suggests memorials to First United Methodist Church, First United Methodist Church Samaritans, First United Methodist Church Stephen Ministry, Beyond Faith Hospice or charity of choice.

Karen Faye Brown passed away at her home on Nov. 17, 2021. A celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 22, at the McMillan Satterwhite Chapel. Interment will follow at Pioneer Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday evening from 5-7 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Karen was born on Jan. 14, 1953, to Clyde Smith and Merlene Thompson. She married Johnny Brown on Nov. 15, 1991, in Graham. They were members of Abundant Life Center in Graham for many years.

Survivors include Husband Johnny Brown; four sons: Jeffery David King and wife Christina, Jeremy Scott Brown, Steven Rhea Brown and wife Chloe, Jason Randall Brown, daughter Jennifer Casas and husband Ryan, two sisters; Gayle Joslin and husband Ray, Lola Gray and husband Steve, sister-in-law Carolyn Smith; as well as 18 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, by a brother Buddy Lloyd Smith, a sister Connie Clydene Horton, and by two grandchildren, Johnny Edward Brown, and Jazmyn Faye Brown.

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you donate to a Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation of your choice.

Clifford Herndon, born Feb. 22, 1944, in Graham, Texas, grew his wings on Oct. 4, 2021.

He was a Navy Veteran and loved his bike rides.

Survived by his devoted wife Vicky and her kids Rachel Alton, Chris and five grandkids, his brother Curtis Herndon and family, his sister Mary Joe and her family, a niece Drinda and her family, and David and Angie Herndon and their family.

He was preceded in death by his sisters Barbara Kay Herndon, Margie Mahaney and Patsy Stewart, brother Bobby Herndon and wife Betty Herndon, his mother Pauline Herndon and father S.E. Herndon and son Christopher Herndon.

He will forever be in our hearts and will be missed every day.

Flora Christine Ivey, 81, of Graham, passed away Nov. 20, 2021, at her home in Graham. A memorial will be held at Cotton’s Restaurant, in Bryson, from 2–4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27.

She was born Sept. 18, 1940, in Newcastle. Meme was very proud to share that she managed the local Dairy Queen’s for many years!

She is survived by David and Jane Ivey, Tammy and Eldon Straw, Nanci and Tracy Haggard and Christi Hoyt as well as sister Sandra Funk, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and David Middaugh, of Kilgore. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Patricia “Trish” Rogers, 63, passed away Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, in Fort Worth. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, at 2 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church.

Trish was born Nov. 11, 1958, in Colorado City to Ernest and Oleta Harrell. She was the baby of the family with two older siblings Jeanetta and Charles. Trish married the love of her life on Dec. 20, 1975, in Graham. They had two children and six grandchildren together. Her faith in God and devotion to family was #1 in her life. Her love of the Nursing career was a highlight in her life. She believed that she could always become better and was continually striving to become the best that she could. She obtained her Master of Nursing and was working toward her Doctorate of Nursing Education lacking only seven months to completion. Taking her grandchildren on summer vacations was a must for her. She enjoyed watching them in their sports and fishing and hunting with them. She was the epitome of grace, strength, and dignity. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthen me.” Philippians 4:13

Survivors include: husband, Jamye Rogers; daughter, Lisa Burdick and husband, Ron; son, Jerrod Rogers and wife, Jasper; grandsons, Kyle Crossland and wife, Shelby, Brody Rogers, Brycen Rogers, Isaiah Burdick, Brayton Rogers, and Ryland Burdick; mother, Oleta Harrell; siblings, Jeanetta Anderson and husband, Rodney and Charles Harrell and wife, Elaine; sister-in-laws, Janan Burch and husband, Lee and Terri Weaver and husband, Greg; brother-in-law, Bruce Shack; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ernest Harrell, mother-in-law, Joy Shack, father-in-law, Nathan Shack and father-in-law, Jimmy Rogers.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Samaritan Fund or Country Road Fellowship Church Gary Tull Fellowship Hall.

Don Ervin Yandell passed from this life on Nov. 26, 2021.

Services were held on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, at 11 a.m. in Graham, TX, at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Pioneer Cemetery.

Don was born in Weinert, TX, on June 21, 1935, to the late Henry Clay “Pick” Yandell and Ruby Ann (Howard) Yandell. He graduated from Weinert High School where he played 6-man football. He married Shirley Nell Guinn, June 16, 1956. They lived in Munday, TX, where he worked as a Butcher. A year later they moved to Graham. Don went to work for Mrs. Baird’s Bread as a Route man. He retired from Mrs. Baird’s Bread 40 years later as a Supervisor. He and Shirley were members of East Side Church of Christ. He loved his family and treasured spending time with them and talking on the phone, especially with his Granddaughter Kayla and Great Granddaughter Lizzy. He always told his daughter Kim, “The darkest day is just before the dawn.” He was faithfully devoted to his wife Shirley, whom he spoiled. He took care of her during a very trying long illness, even though he was fighting a tough battle himself with incurable Multiple Myeloma Cancer. He never complained and always put others first, always keeping a positive outlook on life.

He is preceded in death by his wife Shirley Nell (Guinn) Yandell; His dad and mother, Henry Clay “Pick” and Ruby Yandell; Brothers, Boyd, James and Howard Yandell; Sister Margaret Tidwell. He is survived by his Daughter Kim Hupp and husband Don of Wichita Falls, TX; Granddaughter Kayla Henderson and husband Trent and Great granddaughter Lizzy of Wichita Falls Tx; Sister Patsy Yandell of Stamford, TX.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Road, Wichita Falls, TX 76310 or the American Cancer Society.

Gloria King Foust passed away Nov. 22, 2021, in Graham at the age of 78, where she had resided in Graham Oaks Care Center for the last 17 years. She was born Oct. 21, 1943, in Winters, TX, to Robert D and Oval Harris King of Wingate.

Gloria grew up in Wingate and lived most of her adult life in Winters and Graham. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Graham.
Gloria is survived by daughter, Robin Foust Daws of Wichita Falls; grandsons Bucky Daws of Hurst and Koy Daws of Olney; great grand­daughter Rayen Scott Daws of Olney; sister Dee Dunnam of Graham; nephew Terry Merck and wife Sandra of Abiline; niece Tammy Jackson of Winters; nephew Dustin Dunnam and wife Jessica of Ft. Worth; and many cousins who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her former husband John Foust of Chillicothe, Mo.; sister Bobbie King Jackson of Winters; her parents Bob and Oval King of Winters; and her lifelong, dearest friend Betty Thomas Fields of Abilene, who she loved like a sister.

The family would like to thank Gloria’s dear and faithful friends in Graham, Raymond and Gloria Sims, Joyce Hinson, and Beth Gober, for their friendship, visits and loving kindness shown to her over the past many years; and to thank Martha Bennett for the hundreds of cards she sent. The family also wants to thank and so appreciates the staff at Graham Oaks for the care they gave Gloria over the years, as well as Beyond Faith Hospice. A special thanks is extended to Jerry Blake for all his visits, prayers, and compassion this past year.

Memorials may be made to Salvation Army or charity of your choice.

A memorial will be held for Gloria in Winters on Dec. 4 at Winters Funeral Home at 1 p.m.

Debra “Debbie” Ann Akers, 68, passed away Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, in Wichita Falls. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021, at 3 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Debbie was born June 16, 1953, to Carl Eugene and Erma (Beaty) Carson. She married David Akers Nov. 15, 1991 in Graham and he preceded her in death Dec. 19, 2018. Debbie was a nurse for over 30 years, and spent her entire career taking care of the elderly. She was absolutely over the top at Christmas time, with all her decorations and the multitude of gifts for her grandchildren. By far, her favorite loves in life were her children and her grandchildren.

Survivors include: son, Danny Huckobey of Graham; mother, Erma Beckham and husband James of Graham; brother, Doyle Carson and wife, Victoria of Graham; ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Carson, husband, Johnny Huckobey, daughters, Kelli Huckobey and Staci Huckobey and son, Scott Elliott.

Alvin Edgar Holland, 86, passed away Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, in Graham. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at 10 a.m. in the Graham Church of God. Burial will follow in Loving Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Alvin was born Jan. 13, 1935, in Loving to the late Edgar Lee and Maude (Strickland) Holland. He married Patsy Youngblood April 12, 1963, in Graham, and she preceded him in death June 14, 2018. Alvin was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked for Hexcel for 28 years and was a bus driver for GISD. He was a member of the Graham Church of God. Alvin loved football, baseball, plants and gardening.

Survivors include: daughter, Allison Morton and husband, David of Fort Worth; sons, Ricky Holland and wife, Dorothy of Graham and Jason Holland of Paradise; grandchildren, Bridget Holland, Alex Holland, Sylvia Holland, Jacob Morton, Justin Morton, Zadie Holland and Ethan Holland; great grandchildren, Matthew Swift, Adian Swift, Scarlett Swift, Audrey Brown, Dahlia Ramos, and Maddie Ramos.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Bob Holland.

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

Doyle Eugene Carson, age 66, passed away at home with his loving wife by his side on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021. A funeral service will be held on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, at 3 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will precede the service from 2 - 3 p.m.

Doyle was born on July 6, 1955, in Clarksville, Texas, to Carl Carson and Erma Beaty. He served in Vietnam during his time in the United States Army. Doyle married Viktoriya Kibik in Reno, Nevada, on July 1, 2007. He worked in the oil and gas industry for 36 years following his time in the Army.

Doyle is survived by his wife, Viktoriya Carson of Graham; Mother and step father, Erma and James Beckham of Graham; sons Lance Carson and wife Isea of Abilene, and Greg Carson of Dallas; daughter, Sarah Latiolais and husband Billy of Covington, LA; four grandchildren; and mother in law, Galina Filatov.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Carl Carson, sister, Debbie Akers, brother in law, David Akers, nephew Scott Elliott, and niece Kelli Huckobey.

The family would like to express their appreciation for the wonderful care given to Doyle by his nurses from Beyond Faith Hospice, Vanessa and Emily, and his caregivers, Cam and Beth.

The family suggests memorials be made in Doyle’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Judy Doris Francisco, 74, of Graham, passed away on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, at her home in Graham.

Judy was born on Oct. 8, 1947, to James Doty Kellow and Opal Doris (Pruett) Kellow in Johnson County, Texas.

At six years of age Judy lost her mother to an illness and three years later her father passed away. Judy was blessed to be adopted by her biological sister, Celia and husband Harold Ellis. In the years to come, Judy welcomed baby sisters Janis and Deborah, and then baby brothers Wesley, Michael and Patrick.

Judy moved to Graham once she graduated from high school and there she married James Edward Francisco and they made their home in Graham up until James’s death in 2017.

She is survived by siblings Janis Kirkhart of Gate, Okla.; Deborah Babitzke of Booker, TX; Michael Ellis of Sanderson, TX and Patrick Ellis of Beaver, Okla. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Judy’s family is profoundly grateful to a special nephew Charlie Kellow and his wife Lisa of Graham, who so lovingly and gracefully checked in on Judy and assisted her up until the end of her life.

Judy was preceded in death by her husband, James; her parents, Dotie and Opal Kellow; a sister Celia Doris Ellis Seemann; a brother James Leonard Kellow and brother Wesley Ellis.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McMillian-Satterwhite Funeral Home, of Graham, with a memorial service to be scheduled at a later date.

Shane Basham, 66, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021 in Arlington. Memorial services were held Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Shane was born Oct. 7, 1955 in Knox City to the late Sol Alex and Yvonne (Harden) Basham.

Survivors include: daughters, Danna Castillo and husband, Josh of Ponder, Kassie Basham of Graham, and Bethany Johnson of Graham; son, Alex Basham and wife, Lacy of Argyle; siblings, Diane Gilly of Buckeye, Arizona, Carolyn Scott of Graham, and Ricky Basham of Arlington; grandchildren, Keegan, Lexi, Lucy, Jac, Isaac, Camden, Kayleigh, Kayler, and Macy.

Sergio Moriel Jr., 31, of Dallas passed away Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Dallas.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 US HWY 277 S., Abilene, TX. Interment will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. A visitation will be held on Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel.

Sergio was born on May 12, 1990, in Dallas, TX to Sergio Moriel Sr. and Ann Marie Garza Moriel. He graduated from Graham High School. Sergio proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and went on to attend Ranger Junior College and McMurray University before graduating from Grand Canyon University. He was an excellent golfer and played for the Texas state Championship for Graham as well as McMurray University’s golf team. Sergio was very ambitious, loving, and humble. He carried with him a deep faith in Christ and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Sergio is survived by his parents, Sergio Moriel Sr. and Ann Marie Moriel; sisters, Antionette Moriel and Brianna Moriel; grandparents, Ignacio and Rosario Moriel, Enedena Carrillo; Aunts, Arlene Garcia and husband Horacio, Lori Adams and husband Tony, Dina Moriel; uncles, Paul Moriel and wife Rosie, Ceasar Moriel and wife Rowena, Louis Moriel, Carlos Moriel, Jose Moriel and wife Melanie, Adrian Moriel, Mark Garza; nieces, Alaeha Martinez and Arianna Gonzales; best friends, Cory Franklin and Brian Bernal.

Sherry Peacock, 71, passed away Friday, Dec. 10, 2021. Visitation was Monday from 8 a.m. to Noon at Morrison Funeral Home. Graveside funeral was at 2 p.m. Monday Dec. 13, 2021 at Woodson Cemetery in Woodson, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Sherry was born June 5, 1950 in Throckmorton County to the late Opal Blanche (Cook) Peacock and Gussie Guy Peacock. She graduated from Graham High School and worked as a Dietary Service Manager in several care centers.

Survivors include; daughter, Paula Roach of Eliasville; son, Terry Roach of Quanah, TX.; brothers, D.M. Peacock of Laurel, MS. and Terry Guy Peacock of Kingsland, TX.; sister, Judy Gail Wittlinger of Wenatchee, WA.; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Melvin Kenneth Mobley, 93, passed away in Graham on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. Funeral was Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 at 10 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church. Burial followed in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Kenneth was born on Sept. 14, 1928 in Graham to the late Willard George and Julia Leola (Ratcliffe) Mobley. He married Mary Hart Hamlett in Wichita Falls, Sept. 9, 1960 and she preceded him in death Sept. 5, 2021. He earned a Bachelors Degree from Texas A&M and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Kenneth was a land surveyor in Graham for 48 years and was a proud member of many organizations including Rotary Club, Texas Surveyors Association, Texas Aggie Board, Boy Scouts of America, and First United Methodist Church. He served as Mayor and city council member of Graham, Scoutmaster of Troop 92, board member of Graham General Hospital, Past President of Rotary Club, Paul Harris Fellow, Stephen Minister and many First United Methodist Church committees.

Kenneth is survived by daughters, Celia Roye of Oklahoma City, Betsy Casteel and husband David of Graham; son, Mel Mobley of Monroe, Louisiana; grandchildren, Katie Casteel, Ben Roye, Louie Casteel, and Mitchell Mobley; and great grandchildren, Daniel, Jackson, Gabriel, and Savannah Mosley, Magnolia, and Finley.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Doris Hearne.

Visitation was held Monday from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Delores Arlene Love passed away on Dec. 11, 2021, in Olney, at the age of 83, at Grace Care Nursing Home, where she had been a resident since June of 2020.

She was born Nov. 19, 1938, to George C. And Beulah (Henningsen) Pfeifer in Portage, Columbia County, Wisconsin, had three sons and one daughter from her previous marriage. She married Bobby D. Love on March 24, 1978, whom she was married to until his death. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Graham.

She leaves behind two sons, Gary (Lisa) Hanson of Moriarty, New Mexico and Deron Hanson, and a daughter, Rhonda (Charlie) Johnson of Graham, as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Rick (Laura) Hanson, and her husband Bobby.

A memorial service will be held Jan. 8, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Faith Center Assembly of God under the direction of McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home.

Wesley Steven King, 69, of Coleman, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Dec.11, 2021. He was at his daughter’s house in Graham at the time. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at 2 p.m. in the McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening, 6-8 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

Steve was born Jan. 16, 1952, in Graham to Elbert William King and Mary Frances Farmer King. He spent most of his life in Young County. He married Guilda Orene Reynolds on Oct. 24, 1970, in Newcastle, Texas. Steve worked in the oilfield for most of his life. Soon after accepting Christ as his Savior, Steve surrendered to the Ministry, and has preached and pastored since. At the time of his death, Steve was pastoring Bible Baptist Church of Coleman, Texas. While pastoring Steve attended Bible College, ultimately achieving a Doctorate of Divinity. Steve will be dearly missed by his family, Church family, and friends.

He is survived by his wife Guilda of Coleman, one son Bill King and wife Amanda of Graham, one daughter Brandie Gardner and husband Jesse of Graham, three brothers: David King of Graham, Kent King and wife Debbie of Newcastle, Dennis King and wife Linda of Bryson. One sister, Karen Short and husband Jerry of Newcastle, stepsister Tia Meeks and husband Rayburn of Graham, two stepbrothers: Roger Krick and wife Tisha of Lubbock, and Danny Krick of Lubbock. Eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Robert King, sister-in-law Teresa King, Stepfather Roger Krick, Stepbrothers Timmy and Corey Ford, and grandson Andrew Gardner.

Ronnie “Sid” Snow, 75, passed away Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021, at his home in Graham. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021 at Cowboy Gatherin Church. Burial will follow at Medlan Chapel Cemetery in Young County. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Sid was born April 13, 1946, in Electra, to the late Reba (Dozier) Snow and Clayton Snow. Sid married Carolyn Calhoun, March 20, 1973, she preceded him in death on Nov. 21, 1999. Sid married R.J. Hoffman Oct. 3, 2010, in Graham. He was a Veteran of the Army National Guard and a former employee of T&S Trip Hoppers.

Sid was a lover of life and family and was adored by all that surrounded him. He had a deep passion for the western lifestyle and the freedom it affords. His door was always open to anyone needing a meal or a place to lay their head. Sid taught valuable practical skills to those who frequented the barn. Lessons consisted of roping and training, mechanics, and rebuilding or repairing anything that would take a welding rod. Ronnie’s world revolved around family and friends. Later in life his grandkids were his main focus; “Tadpole”, “Watermelon”, “Pistol”, “CJ”, “Little Matt”, and “Wyatt”, as they are affectionately named could at anytime put a smile on his face. Sid affected the lives of many and never required anything in return but the honesty of a handshake or authenticity of one’s word. He was loved by all and will be dearly missed.

Survivors include; wife, RJ Snow of Graham; daughters, Kelly Jo Newman and husband Craig of Alpine and Rebecca Hannah and husband Brian (Biscuit) of Graham; sons, Michael and Matt Hoffman of Graham; sister, Sandra Hall and husband DeWayne of Crowell; brothers, Darol Snow of Seymour and Jerry Snow of Nocona; six grandchildren.

Sid was preceded in death by wife Carolyn Snow, parents and a brother G.W. “Gerb” Snow.

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

At Medlan Chapel Cemetery the family invites Sid’s buddies to bring their brand to be put on his casket.

Richard Herman McGehee gained his very deserved wings on Friday, Dec. 17, in Decatur, Texas. He was 85 years old. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. at Eastside Church of Christ in Graham. Interment will follow at Pioneer Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home Chapel.

Herman was born on July 5, 1936, in Stephenville, Texas, to the late Emery H. McGehee and Annie L. Poncelot McGehee. He married Marcheta Guyton on Feb. 11, 1956, in Seldon, Texas. Herman was considered to be a top mechanic by all who knew him. He owned and operated his own business, McGehee Implement in Graham for many years. If you had a question about a tractor, everyone knew to call Herman. Herman will be dearly missed not only by his family, but by his entire community as well.

Survivors include his wife Marcheta of Graham, two sons Terry McGehee and wife Teresa of Graham, and Randy McGehee and wife Rebecca of Stephenville. Four grandchildren; Aron McGehee, Talina Harden and husband Zach, Raegan McGehee, and Randon McGehee. Five great-grandchildren, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Ann Brackett.