In Memoriam

1930s

Blanche Saxon Stein, ’38, of San Antonio died Feb. 12 at age 101. Stein was born on August 1, 1916 in Waco Texas to Sam and Addie Lee Saxon. She passed away peacefully on February 12, 2018. Blanche was the second of three children, and grew up in Waco, Texas. Upon graduating from high school, she attended Baylor University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1938. She received her Teachers Certification in June of that year, and began teaching in Lorena, Texas. While teaching, she met her future husband, Saul Stein. They were married on October 8, 1944. While Saul was away at war in Europe, their first son, William was born. After Saul was discharged from the army in 1945, the family moved to El Paso, Texas. Their second son, Louis Stein was born in 1949 while they still lived in El Paso. Eventually the family moved to Dallas, Texas.

Blanche began teaching 5th grade Social Studies at San Jacinto Elementary school in 1956 and retired in 1979. She also received a Masters from North Texas State University during her teaching career. After retiring from teaching, Blanche was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and served as president of her professional sorority Delta Kappa Gamma. She began an extensive pursuit of genealogy, and she and Saul traveled the world extensively. After Saul passed away in 2010, Blanche moved to San Antonio, Texas to be closer to her oldest son who was now retired. She enjoyed life in a retirement community for many years. Blanche is survived by her sons William and Louis, daughter-in-laws Liza and Kay, grand-children Zachary and his wife Kinnari, Jared, Madison, and Mackenzie. A gravesite service will be held on Friday February 23, 2018 at Restland Memorial Park at 1:00 p.m. Published in Dallas Morning News.

Cleo Clinton “C.C.” Turner, BA ’39, of Longview, TX, died Feb. 23 at age 102. He was a longtime teacher of mathematics at Longview High School and one of Longview's most prolific educators. He was born in Upshur County, May 9, 1915, to J.E. (Boss) and Dessie Turner. His parents were tenant farmers, which made it necessary for him to attend six different schools in the county. He graduated from Gilmer High School in 1932. In 1942, Mr. Turner married Eva Mae Raynes of Fairlie, Texas in Hunt County. She was his wife for 57 years until her death in December of 2000. He received an A.A. degree from College of Marshall, a B.A. from Baylor University, and an M.A. from East Texas State Teachers College. He did post-graduate work at Utah State University in Logan, Utah, and Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. Mr. Turner began his teaching career at Independent Springs in Upshur County, a two-teacher school with seven grades. He was principal and taught all subjects in the 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. He also taught two years at West Mountain Elementary School, and three years at Harmony Consolidated School. He taught math and science, and during the third year he also served as principal. In June of 1942, Mr. Turner joined the Army Air Corps. He served 3½ years, with two of those years in England, in the Weather Department Detachment attached to the 66th Fighter Wing of the Army Air Corps. He was discharged from the service in December, 1945. 

Mr. Turner and his family moved to Longview, and he began teaching at Longview High School in January, 1946. He retired from the Longview Public Schools as head of the Math Department in 1987, after 41 years of teaching school in Longview. After being retired for one year, he returned to teaching half days at Trinity School of Texas for 3 years. He had a total of 54 years of creditable service in teaching. In 1948, Mr. Turner introduced the Driver Education and Training Program into the Longview High School curriculum. He worked with the program until he retired. He also taught driving classes in the evening for adults, of whom he taught several hundred to drive on the widely unpopular “stick shift”. In addition, he was sponsor of the High School's American Junior Bowling Congress league that won the national championship in 1948, and they won an all-expense paid trip to the ABC tournament in Detroit. MI. During his tenure at Longview High School, he received several honors. The Longview Civitans elected him as Educator of the Year in 1978. He received an award from the East Texas Council of Teachers of Mathematics in 1982 for outstanding service to the organization. A declaration issued by then Mayor Mitch Henderson proclaiming May 22, 1984, as C.C. Turner Day in Longview. During that time he was recognized by Longview Bank and Trust as People of our Community Who Make a Difference. In 1987 he was honored by the student body and faculty of Longview High School. In addition, he was honored by KLTV's Joan Hallmark on Proud of East Texas for 51 years of teaching. May 22, 1987, was declared C.C. Turner Day, by proclamation of then Mayor Lou Galosy. He was given the Rotary Citizen of the Year award in 1989. On April 20, 2004, the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc., honored Mr. Turner with the Cornerstone Award for his forty-one years of service to the students and educators of Longview Independent School District. As a teacher, Mr. Turner's professional rewards came when his former students returned from college and related to him how well they had done in college math, and they expressed their gratitude for what they had learned in his math classes. He appreciated their consideration and thoughtfulness for the many invitations he has received to their class reunions. It has been a great joy for him to see his students taking their places and making contributions to their respective communities. For seven years, Mr. Turner helped coach one of the city's boy's baseball teams. He and his son, a member of the baseball team, were honored to participate in winning two city championships in 1967 and 1970.
Mr. Turner was a member and deacon of the First Baptist Church, where he taught a Sunday School class for 11th and 12th grade boys for over 20 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #142, Gilmer. Preceding him in death were his father, mother, stepfather, sister and three brothers, and son-in-law Sterlin Barton. Also preceding him was his wife. He is survived by two daughters, Merrilyn Barton of Austin, and Linda Carnes (Ben), of Vicksburg, MS, and one son, Jerry Turner of Longview; four granddaughters and their husbands, Susan and Kurt Westveld and Sharon and Ronnie Zarriello, of Austin; Jennifer and Stan Wilson of Black Mountain, NC; and Kimberly and Chad Sauls of Picayune, MS; and three great grandsons, Jack and Garrett Sauls, and Keaton Westveld; and three great granddaughters, Jane and Kate Wilson and Keely Westveld. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation Thursday, March 1, 2018 from 5 o'clock until 7 o'clock in the evening in the Garden Court of Welch Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 2, 2018 at 2 o'clock in the afternoon in Ford Chapel at First Baptist Church where Dr. Cary Hilliard and Dr. David English will officiate. Interment will immediately follow in Memory Park Cemetery. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family request with gratitude that memorial be made in Mr. Turner's memory to First Baptist Church, 209 E. South Street, Longview, TX 75601; or the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 3268, Longview, TX, 75606. Published by Welch Funeral Homes

1940s

Tommy G. McWilliams Jr., BBA ’40, of Waco died Feb. 17 at age 99. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., March 10, 2018, at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church, with visitation to follow. Tommy was born to Tommy G. McWilliams and Jewel Buice McWilliams in McGregor, Texas, on November 11, 1918. The family moved to Waco in 1925 where Tommy attended Waco schools through his graduation from Waco High School in 1936. His greatest memory of high school was playing football for the legendary coach Paul Tyson. After graduating from high school, he attended Baylor University, where he graduated in 1940. Shortly after his graduation from Baylor, Tommy was appointed a Special Agent for the F.B.I., for which he served 28 distinguished years. After retiring from the F.B.I., he accepted a position as Chief of the McLennan County Adult Probation Dept., eventually retiring from the county in 1981. While Chief of the department he established the first halfway house for probationers in the state of Texas.

Despite having a career with the FBI that took Tommy out of town quite often, he was still active in his church and the community. He was a deacon at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church for 65 years, coached at Lake Air Little League, was a Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts, and was active in The March of Dimes, Waco Humane Society, McLennan County Council on Alcoholism and the American Red Cross. He was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Betty A. McWilliams. Tommy is survived by his wife of 66 years, Elizabeth; sons, Lloyd R. McWilliams and wife, Nancy, Gary L. McWilliams and wife, Janice; sister, Dorothy Laux; four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The family would like to especially thank Right At Home Health Care and Angie, and Providence Hospice for their loving care and assistance. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Frank Wilson Sunday School Class of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the building fund at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church or to the Baylor University Endowed Scholarship Fund, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97050, Waco, Texas 76798-7050. Published in Waco-Tribune Herald

Dorotha Wolfe Loveless, ’44, of Waxahachie, TX, died Dec. 17, 2017, at age 94. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. The Funeral Service and Celebration of Life for Dorotha is scheduled for Wednesday, December 20, at 2:00pm at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Bloomfield officiating. Interment will follow at Waxahachie City Cemetery in Waxahachie. The family will receive visitors at 5pm on Tuesday, December 19, at Wayne Boze Funeral Home in Waxahachie. Dorotha was one of seven children born to Martha and A. H. Wolfe on November 9, 1923, in Sweetwater, TN. The family moved to Waco, TX, when Dorotha was three years old. She attended Waco High School and graduated in 1941 as one of the top 10 graduates of her class of over 500 students. She completed her freshman year at Baylor University and soon after, like many students in those days, had to drop out of college and go to work. She began working at American Bankers in Waco and worked there until her marriage. Many years later, her grandson, Matthew, submitted an application which was approved for his Grandmother to become a Baylor Alumni by Choice. She considered this a very special honor as she loved Baylor University. 

A friend arranged a blind date for her with a young farmer from Hillsboro, Melvin Loveless. She knew nothing of farming life and he knew little of city life. They were married on December 18, 1948. They moved to Brandon, TX, and, in 1956, moved to Reagor Springs. They joined First United Methodist Church that year and both remained active members of the church and the Fidelis Class until health issues prevented them from attending. Married almost 65 years, they were a wonderful example of a loving, enduring partnership to their children and grandchildren.

Dorotha had the gift of hospitality and was a consummate hostess. She enjoyed nothing more than gathering together family and friends in her home where she loved to cook and serve others. Dorotha was active in the United Methodist Women and Century Club and held positions of leadership in both. Dorotha was a dearly loved mother to Leigh Ann and husband, Mike Richards of Irving and Clif and wife, Judy Loveless of Waxahachie. She had seven grandchildren, Amanda and husband, Adam Martin of Waxahachie; Matthew and wife, Amy Richards of Dallas; Andrew and wife, Brie Richards, of Grapevine; Sarah and husband, Matt Tomaszewski of Pompano Beach, FL; Erika Johnson of Waxahachie, Hannah Loveless and fiancé, Austin Weatherford of Waxahachie and Lauren Johnson of Waxahachie and son-in-law Tim Johnson. Dorotha had six great grandchildren, Easton Brashear, Boone and Caroline Richards, Bostyn and Carter Martin and Wyatt Johnson; also, sweet friends, Linda Spencer and daughter ZuZu. She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin, and daughter, Joan Johnson. 

The family is especially grateful for the kind and compassionate care that Dorotha received from her caregivers, Virginia Chapa, Tammy Phillips and Sandra Jones. Special thank you also to the kind and attentive staff at Bristol Hospice and caring friends at Covenant Place in Waxahachie. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to FUMC or the charity of your choice.

Catherine Burge Wilson, ’44, of Dallas died April 1 at age 95. Kitty Wilson is a true treasure. She is a wonderful mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend. She was born eighty years ago but no one would know looking at her. She is a fourth generation Texas which makes her grandchildren sixth generation Texan. 

I would like to tell you a few things about Kitty which you may not know. Her parents, Kemp and Martha Burge were some of the most elegant, kind folks anyone ever met. Her father taught flying in World War I and went back to Italy in World War II. Her mother was in the first class at SMU when there was only Dallas hall. 

 Her great-grandparents were early Texas pioneers.  Col WL Williams moved to Texas following the Civil War. His bride, Lucinda Beckley was the daughter of a Baptist minister. Together they started the First Baptist Church of Dallas, which is now the largest Baptist church in the world. The Austin record indicates that Col Williams rode a horse to Waxahachie and charged 10 cents for two day’s work. Lucinda Smith wrote a book called the Golden Years about the life and times of early Dallas after the civil war. Although Col Williams was an attorney, initially there was no legal work in this part of Texas for an attorney. 

 Her grandfather, W.J.J. Smith was one of the first judges in North Texas. He was in the first class at the University of Texas Law School. Kitty, formerly known as Catherine Burge Wilson attended Fannin Elementary and Woodrow Wilson High School. She started Hockaday Junior College at the age of 17. She attended Baylor University from 1941-1942, transferred to SMU her third year, She changed her major her senior year and still graduated in three years, 

 Kitty flew for Braniff from 1943-1946. She took the Braniff inaugural flight to Topeka Kansas. When she left Braniff, she helped start the Clipped B’s, an association of former flight attendants. Braniff is long gone but the Clipped B’s are still around.  On July 12, 1946, Kitty married Arthur Philip Wilson Jr, a former military hero who called her from Manila to propose. They were married to former Mayor and Mrs. Woodall Rogers’ home. 

 Kitty worked in an orthodontist office when she first married. The orthodontist helped develop the mandible operation and also designed artificial eyes. Kitty also worked at Titches before she retired to raise children. She returned to corporate life at Braniff later in life. She remained in Dallas her whole life but traveled the world more than Columbus. We all know that behind every great man there is a  great woman. Kitty’s husband was a lawyer in Dallas who was president of the Dallas Bar association, served on the board of SMU and was on the board of Southwest Legal Foundation. 

Her birthday club has met for over fifty years.  Kitty was involved in the Dallas Lawyer’s Wives Club, Canterbury Book Club, Chi Omega, The Dallas Woman’s Club, The Dallas, Garden Club, and the First Baptist Church of Dallas.  She loves Presbyterian Village and has more social activities than her family can count. Being surrounded by wonderful friend and of course, her canine companion, Tiger is her dream. We are delighted to honor Kitty today and will all plan to meet again in ten years for her ninetieth birthday party. I have known Kitty for fifteen years. She has always tried to make me feel comfortable in her home and make me feel part of her life. A true Southern Belle and gracious lady, Kitty Wilson we are proud to honor you today. Dallas, Texas Services for Kitty will be at 10:30 AM on Thursday, April 5, 2018, at Presbyterian Village, 8600 Skyline Drive, Dallas Texas, 75243.  The family will receive friends immediately following the burial will take place at Restland Cemetery

Carolyn Bellamy, ’45, of San Antonio died Feb. 25 at age 94. Known to many as "Tinky," Carolyn passed away Sunday, February 25th. Carolyn was born December 10, 1923 to Blanche Neigher and Mark Jackson Wright. She was a lifelong resident of San Antonio. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, and was a proud member of the Lassos. Carolyn attended Baylor University, and returned to San Antonio, working at Ft. Sam Houston during WWII. She met and married an Air Force pilot and the love of her life, Lt. William (Bill) Bellamy.

After the war, Bill began his newspaper career at the San Antonio Express and News, and later at The Light Publishing. Carolyn was devoted to her family, which included William Bellamy III, Linda Bellamy Marquis, and Russell Bellamy. She adored her seven grandsons: Adam Bellamy (Amber), Jason Bellamy, Jeremy Bellamy (Jackie), Andrew Marquis (Caroline), Matthew Marquis, Ben Bellamy (Jessica), and William Bellamy IV. She is survived by her five great grandchildren and her daughters-in-law Karla Bellamy, Charlotte Bellamy and son-in-law Bryan Marquis. She was predeceased by her sister, Dorothy Leske, her brother, Mark Wright, her beloved husband, Bill and son, Russell. In past days you could find Carolyn playing on the SACC golf course or Thursdays at the Duplicate Bridge table. She was an excellent cook, gardener and seamstress. Dancing to Big Band music and humming the songs of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Frank Sinatra will be a treasured memory! In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alamo Heights United Methodist Church at 825 E Basse Road, San Antonio, TX 78209. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at Mission Park Funeral Chapels South. Interment will follow at Mission Burial Park South. For personal acknowledgement, you may sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section. Published in Express-News

Anne Elizabeth Whitney Lockett, BA ’45, of San Marcos, TX, died April 3 at age 93. She was born on April 8, 1924 in Tyler, Texas to Raymond and Mamie Whitney. She was a loving mother, adored grandmother, and devoted wife. She attended John Tyler High School and then graduated from Baylor University with a bachelor's in arts degree. She married the love of her life, Vernon Lockett, on June 26, 1948 at the First Baptist Church in Tyler. She was involved in many bridge and social clubs and loved to entertain. Anne was an avid reader and always had a copy of the newest NYT best seller book. From the time she was a child, she was captivated by movies and enjoyed going to the theater to watch the latest film and movie stars on screen. Anne was a member of Tallowood Baptist Church from 1967 until she moved to San Marcos in July of 2007. Anne was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Mamie Whitney, and her husband of 62 years, Albert Vernon Lockett. She is survived by her two daughters, Linda Lockett of Austin and Carolyn McCrocklin and husband John of San Marcos; three grandchildren, Clint McCrocklin and wife Heather of New Braunfels, Julie Gray and husband Daniel of San Marcos and Courtney Hodge and husband Clay of Tyler, six great-grandchildren and brother Raymond Lee Whitney, Jr. and wife, Jane of Tyler, nephew Dr. Clayton Whitney, wife Beth of Tyler and their three children. The family is forever grateful to all the incredible caregivers and staff at Gruene Senior Living for taking such wonderful care of Anne and for always bestowing upon her love and kindness. She was a wonderful woman and phenomenal wife, mother, and grandmother and will be dearly missed. A funeral service will be conducted at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, 77079, on Friday, April 6, 2018, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Memorial Oaks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Special Olympics of Texas, 7715 Chevy Chase Drive, Suite 120, Austin, 78752. Services are under the direction of Memorial Oaks Funeral Home of Houston. Published in Tyler Morning Telegraph

Paul Rundell Cole, BBA ’47, of Bellaire, TX, died March 5 at age 76. The youngest of four sons, he was born November 2, 1924 in Morgan, TX to William H. and Ada Rundell Cole. He graduated with honors from Waco High School in 1942 and enrolled at Baylor University. When he was 18, Paul enlisted in the Army Air Corps. During WW II he flew 50 combat missions as a B-24 pilot in Italy. Upon discharge after the end of the War, he re-enrolled at Baylor and graduated with a BBA in 1947. He then earned an MBA from Northwestern University in 1948. 

Paul married Mary Kathryn Rucker in 1945 and they had four children, Carlyn, Mitchell, David and Karen. After 53 happy years together, Mary died in 1998. Paul married Sarah Lee in 2000.

After completing his education, Paul worked for Arthur Andersen & Co., Austral Oil Company and American Exploration Company, from which he retired in 1989. He served as a Trustee/Director of The Memorial Hermann Hospital System from 1968 until 1999 and thereafter as Trustee Emeritus. Paul has been a member of South Main Baptist Church since 1949. Over the years he has served the church in countless ways, including as a Sunday School teacher and Superintendent, Yokeman, Deacon & Chair of the Diaconate, Chair of the Audit, Finance and Personnel Committees and as a founding member of the South Main Foundation. Paul and his boat were also fixtures at church youth camp for many years. His faith was the foundation of his life making him a man of high character, conviction and integrity. Likewise, his humble and generous nature, as well as his love for his family, made Paul the husband, father, grandpa and friend that all admired and loved. Preceding him in death were his first wife, Mary, his daughter Carlyn Sweetman and his 3 brothers, John, Carl and Harold. Surviving him are his wife, Sarah Cole; three children, Mitchell Cole, David Cole (Paula) and Karen Skinner (Bobby); son-in-law Karl Sweetman (Brenda); grandchildren, Lauren Buchanan (Jim), Jennifer Gerl (Norbert), Kim Sinkov (Nikolai), David Cole Jr. (Kala), Matthew Cole (Julie), Chris Cole (Heather), Katy Welch (Taylor), Sarah Ockwood (Matt) and Cole Skinner; 21 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Also surviving are his wife Sarah's family, whom he loved and accepted as his own. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 24 at South Main Baptist Church, 4100 South Main, Houston, TX 77002 with Dr. Steve Wells officiating. Memorials may be made to the Paul Cole Endowed Scholarship at Baylor University, One Bear Place #97050, Waco, TX 76798-7026; The Mission Outreach at South Main Baptist Church; or the charity of your choice. Dettling Funeral Home

Dr. William E. Hailey, BA ’47, JD ’49, of San Antonio died April 9 at age 95. William Edward "Bill" Hailey – team captain of the 1946 Baylor Basketball SW Conference Champions, who later graduated from Baylor Law School, was a longtime San Antonio attorney, war veteran and former college basketball star. He was a quintessential product of an American era that's been described as the greatest generation.

Hailey, who moved to San Antonio to open his first law practice in the early 1950s, died Monday in the city that he loved and called home for almost seven decades. He was 95. 

Bill was born and raised in Houston as the son of William Henry and Katherine Hailey. He attended San Jacinto High School where he was an all-city basketball player and a starting running back on the football team as well. Bill had learned the importance of overcoming challenge in the face of adversity when his family had been forced to relocate to a poorer neighborhood during the Great Depression when he was a child. He had a passion for life, a strong and unwavering religious faith and a steadfast belief that everyone should be treated with an equal amount of kindness, compassion and respect. Bill lived his life by the Golden Rule – and he had a penchant for bringing out the best in the people whose lives he touched and made happier in a multitude of ways. 

Bill was a loving husband, devoted father and loyal friend who led by example. He was a world-class competitor and survivor as well – having been the last living member of a World War II bomber jet crew that had the first of many annual reunions in the 1980s. Bill had been in the midst of his junior year in college when he enlisted in the military immediately after the attack on Pearl Harbor at the age of 19. He rose quickly through the ranks of the U.S. Army Air Corps as a commissioned officer and pilot who flew 26 missions in the European theater in a B-24 bomber from an air base near London where he was stationed. More than 26,000 fellow Eighth Air Force members died in the war – and Bill lived the rest of his life as though he'd been dedicating it to the Americans who fought in the war and never returned home to tell about it. Bill had accepted God as his savior at the age of six – and he considered life to be a gift that he would always treasure and never take for granted. 

Bill had decided to attend Baylor University at the advice of his father after receiving athletic scholarship offers from several major institutions of higher education in Texas and the southeast. He led the Bears to the Southwest Conference championship in 1946 as the captain of a team that featured three war veterans and two freshmen in the starting lineup. Bill was named to several all-SWC conference teams that year. The league crown that Baylor claimed in Bill's senior year was the first of four conference titles for the Bears during a five-year period that included an appearance in the national championship game in 1948. Bill remained close friends until he died with college teammate Jack Robinson – an all-American and Olympic gold medal winner who served for many years as the preacher at the First Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia.  Baylor's legendary basketball coach "Mister Bill" Henderson persuaded Bill to coach the freshman team during his first year in law school. Henderson encouraged the law student to remain in coaching as the coach's assistant before Bill decided to focus full-time on his studies. 

Bill entered the legal profession as an attorney in Amarillo where he met a church pianist named Eleanor Mansfield. Bill and Eleanor fell in love and were married in 1951 before they relocated to her hometown of San Antonio where she'd attended Jefferson High School. Eleanor had graduated from Baylor as well before Bill had introduced himself to her in the Panhandle. Eleanor gave birth to their first son Michael in 1952 before Joel was born three years later. Bill and Eleanor were wonderful parents whose love was always rich and unconditional. 

Bill married one of their oldest friends – Ann Wharton - after Eleanor died in 2001. Ann was an extremely devoted and loving wife for the final 16 years of Bill's life. Ann made it possible for Bill to remain in an independent living setting by taking care of him day and night as he grew older and more dependent on others during the past several years. Ann was more than just a wife. She was Bill's best friend as well. Many people had been proud to have Bill as one of their closest friends including those whose paths had crossed at Trinity Baptist Church where Bill was elected deacon in 1959 and where he had been a member for 60 years up until the time he died. Eleanor had been the pianist at Trinity for several decades – and Ann and her late husband Jim had been two of Bill and Eleanor's closest friends since the couples' early days at Trinity Baptist. Bill's two sons knew that their mother would have been glad that he and Ann would be so happy together after Eleanor's death. 

One of Bill's best friends had been the legendary pastor Buckner Fanning, who had become the minister at Trinity shortly after the Haileys had joined the church. One of Bill's favorite memories had been the time that he and Buckner and another Baptist preacher who'd been a good friend played a round of golf at Pecan Valley with Billy Graham in 1968 when he'd been in San Antonio for a revival that summer. A recent San Antonio Express-News article on Buckner described how Billy Graham had declared at the time that Bill had been the best putter whom he had ever seen. Bill had gone to work in the 1950s as the lawyer for a family business that his uncle had founded and his cousin E.J. "Jimmy" Burke was running at the time. Bill fondly recalled during his final years the meetings that he and Jimmy often attended in downtown San Antonio as members of John Connally's local advisory committee when he was still the Texas governor. Bill became a Democrat after he returned from the war and was proud of his party affiliation despite the fact that many of his friends had been Republicans. 

Bill was a true believer in equality and equal opportunity – and after going into the homebuilding business with his father in the 1960s – he sold the first home to a black person in the area in the southeast part of the city that they had developed. That home buyer was Clarence "Cito" Gaston – a San Antonio native who'd been an all-star major league baseball player before leading the Toronto Blue Jays to two World Series championships as the first African-American to ever lead a team to a title. Bill eventually returned to his original profession on a full-time basis -and he and his beloved son Joel shared a law office for many years before Bill retired in his early 80s. He was equally proud of Michael as an award-winning political writer who served as an advisor to Bob Bullock in the Texas lieutenant governor's office before returning to journalism eventually. In 2013 the Texas Senate honored Bill in a resolution for his 90th birthday.

Bill is survived by his wife Ann; his sons Michael and Joel; his step-children Thomas Wharton (wife Diane), Laurie Nowak, Susan Gay (husband Eric), and six step-grandchildren.

Patsy Marie Pippin McCollum, BA ’47, of Waco died April 4 at age 91. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 20, at Austin Avenue United Methodist Church, with a reception at the church following the service. Senior Pastor Tim Jarrell will officiate. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery for immediate family members only. Patsy Pippin McCollum was born in Waco, Texas, on July 17, 1926. She graduated from Waco High School and Baylor University. Patsy married Ross Brown McCollum on June 7, 1947. She said, "after her first dance with Brown, she knew that she had met her Partner for Life". She always talked about their honeymoon in Havana, Cuba. She was a loving wife and a dedicated mother to all four of her children. And after raising her children, she took up tennis where she played both Singles & Doubles tennis at Ridgewood County Club and the Waco Tennis Center. Patsy loved playing Mah Jongg with many of her best friends two to three times a week and up to the actual week of her passing (sometimes making a few small wagers). She also loved music and was an accomplished pianist and could play music by ear. She dearly loved her church, Austin Avenue United Methodist Church, where she was a loyal member for over 70 years. She attended Sunday church services on a regular basis, including the recent Easter Sunday service. Patsy strongly supported her Church, the Historic Waco Foundation, the Texas Ranger Museum, Waco Zoo, and a host of other such worthy groups. She was a longtime member of The Junior League of Waco and active in the Hedonia Club where she was presented as a debutante. She was also a long time participating member of Waco Cotton Palace. Patsy oversaw the renovation and restoration project of her family's Pippin Grocery Store's delivery wagon and then donated the historic wagon to the Historic Waco Foundation. Today it is still displayed out on the lawn of the historic Kinnard House. She loved to travel the world, seeing many different places abroad over her lifetime. But two of her most favorite places were Jackson Hole & San Francisco.

We will all deeply remember Patsy's kind, positive and caring nature as our Mother, Wife, Grandmother and Friend. Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, Ross Brown McCollum Sr.; and by her parents, Mr. Duard Belmont Pippin, aka "Buck", and Mrs. Katherine Rose Hancock Pippin. Survivors include her daughter, Kay McCollum Jones; sons, Ross Brown McCollum Jr., David Pippin McCollum and wife, Aliese, and Robert Dorsey McCollum and wife, Sonya; and five grandchildren, Amanda Kay McCollum, Andrew Wade McCollum, Haley Brown McCollum, Meghan Amanda McCollum, and Robert Walker McCollum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in honor of Patsy to: Austin Avenue United Methodist Church, Waco Texas, http://www.austinavenueumc.org/, 1300 Austin Avenue, Waco, TX 76701, (254) 754-4685, or to the Historic Waco Foundation, http://www.historicwaco.org/, Hoffmann House, 810 S 4th St., Waco, TX 76706, (254) 753-5166.The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com.

Hazel Grace Bunn Mills, BS ’47, MA ’48, of Waco died Feb. 26 at age 90. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 2 at 10 am at OakCrest Funeral Home with burial to follow at Rosemound Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, March 1 from 6 to 8 pm at the funeral home. Hazel was born August 15, 1927 in Waco to Simon Milford Bunn, Sr. and Ethel Alexander Bunn. She was a graduate of Waco High School, Class of '44, graduated with a B.S. degree from Baylor University in 1947 and a Master of Arts from Baylor in 1948. Hazel enjoyed teaching and made that her career path, teaching English at Waco High School for 30 years. She also enjoyed sewing, gardening, knitting, backpacking, genealogy, square dancing, and researching the history of Waco High. Hazel married William Lee Mills, in Waco, on May 22, 1948 and they were together 57 years until his passing in 2005.Hazel was very active in her community. She was a member of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church for more than 60 years where she also taught Sunday School and the "International Neighbors" class for over 25 years. She was active in the "Friends of Waco High School" where she spent years conducting extensive research on the History of Waco High School, and working to prevent destruction of the old school building. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Strecker Museum Associates, a Charter Member of the Epsilon Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a member of Historic Waco Foundation and Keep Waco Beautiful. Hazel was also a Charter Member of the Huaco Outing Club, Huaco Bowmen's Association, and a member of several Square Dance and Round Dance clubs. Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Wanda Mosley. She is survived by her daughter, Judith Mills Butler of Kountze; brother, Dr. Simon Milford Bunn, Jr. and wife, Martha of Waco; sister, Shirley Cunningham and husband, Bob; brother-in-law, Bob Mosley of Carrolton; grandchildren, Christian Butler and wife, Amanda of Waco, Stewart Butler and wife, Paige of Kountze, Baylor Butler and wife, Hannah of Silsbee, and Laurel Butler of Beaumont; six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend special thanks to the physicians and nursing staff of The Brazos of Waco and also to Hazel's friends at Stillwell Retirement Residence. In lieu of flowers please donate to Columbus Avenue Baptist Church - Neighbors International or your favorite charity. You may sign the online guestbook at www.oakcrestwaco.com. Published in Waco Tribune-Herald

Weldon Betts Hicks, BBA ’48, of Tyler, TX, died Feb. 9 at age 93.Hicks was born to his late parents, Rev. and Mrs. O.C. Hicks, in Paragould, Arkansas, on February 12, 1925.  He passed into the presence of his Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, February 9, 2018 after a battle with brain cancer. Weldon graduated from high school in Rienzi, MS, and attended Baylor University where he played on the basketball team with his brother Marlon. He met his beloved wife Nona in freshman English class, when she was 16 and he was 17. Weldon put his Baylor education on hold when World War II began, enlisting in the United States Navy and graduating from Midshipman’s School at Columbia University in December 1944. He volunteered to be part of the underwater demolition team, serving as a Frogman in World War II. This division of the Navy later became known as the SEALS, and he would go on to spend 22 years in the Naval Reserves.He married his Baylor sweetheart, Nona Hunt Hicks, while on a short leave from the Navy on May 4, 1945.  He returned to her when the war ended later that year, finished his Baylor degree in business, and moved to Houston. While in Houston, he began a career with Exxon that spanned nearly four decades, most recently working as a Landman. In 1968 he moved to Tyler, where he and Nona joined Green Acres Baptist church. During his life, he served in many positions in his church, including deacon, deacon emeritus, nursery coordinator, visitation coordinator, Sunday School director, and Training Union director. He was dedicated volunteer, helping deliver Meals on Wheels and clothes to others in need, and working at the local soup kitchen. He was a 32nd degree Mason, Scottish Rite. Weldon loved Jesus, his family, and Baylor. He was the most honorable, generous, and kind man we have ever known. He enjoyed a great story, had an infectious laugh, and truly lived his life verse (Matthew 6:33). He walked with the Lord for his entire life, and we are thankful that he is now reunited with his Savior.Weldon was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Nona Hicks, his parents, his two brothers, and his two sisters. He is survived by daughters, Camilla Schneider and husband, Bill of Fort Worth, Lynne Moore and husband, Buddy of LaPorte and Cynthia Carter of Tyler; half-sister Margaret Frances Hicks Prisock, sister-in-law Patricia Hutchison and her husband John D, sister-in-law Camilla Cole and her husband Jimmie, eight grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Weldon's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at Green Acres Baptist Church with Pastor David O. Dykes officiating, under direction of Jackson's Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Home.  He will be laid to rest at Tyler Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Jackson's Burks Walker Tippit on Monday from 5-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nona Hunt Hicks Endowed Scholarship Fund, Baylor University, One Bear Place # 97050, Waco, Texas 76798-7050.

Elaine Elizabeth Giltner Joiner, BA ’48, of Bryan, TX, died Feb. 26 at age 90.  She was born in San Antonio, Texas, on August 7, 1927, the third of four children. She is survived by her sister, Edwina Giltner Robinette; four children, Judy (married to Dr. Rafael Cardenas), Larry (married to Dr. Helen Lee Joiner), Donna (married to Rev. Jim Sliger), Kathy (married to Rev. Todd Rogers); nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julius X-Ray Giltner and Rosa McDade Giltner; and two of her siblings, Kenneth Giltner and Thomas Giltner. Elaine Joiner's life was characterized by one of continual service to the Lord here in the United States and abroad. She was always grateful that her grandmother took her to Calvary Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas. There she attended Girl's in Action and Acteens where she learned about missions and missionaries. At a young age she felt called to the mission field. After graduating from Baylor University she married Garreth Elbert Joiner on June 24, 1948, and entered Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where she received a Master's of Religious Education Degree. Elaine and Garreth felt the call for full-time missionary work after Garreth served in the pastorate in a couple of churches in Texas. They then presented themselves for appointment as missionaries to Ecuador by the Baptist Foreign Mission Board in 1950. For almost 40 years Elaine and her husband, Rev. Joiner, evangelized, planted congregations, and built churches. They also started schools and Bible institutes all the way from the Andes to the Pacific coast and finally in the Amazon River Basin of Ecuador. All four of their children were born in Ecuador. Elaine became very fluent in Spanish and knowledgeable of the Ecuadorian culture. She was well-respected by her missionary colleagues and loved by the people of Ecuador whom she also grew to love deeply. In 1989, they retired from full-time service in Ecuador but continued to use their time to enable other missionaries to take furloughs so as not to leave the work unattended. They filled in for them on various occasions in Ecuador, Curacao, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. In her late 70's Elaine and Rev. Joiner traveled twice to Chengdu, China, to teach English in the university during a summer program which opened the doors for further friendships that led people to a saving knowledge of Christ. Life for Elaine Joiner not only involved teaching young ladies at a reform school, actively training women in missions in the local churches, teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, piano lessons, and playing the piano at church, but also spending time with family on beach outings, and reading bedtime stories to her children. She spent time providing an inviting home for her family and guests. She taught her daughters to make cookies and to sew and knit. The Joiner family would like to extend our gratitude to all the staff at Crestview Retirement Community in Bryan, and specifically those in the skilled nursing ward for their attentiveness and loving care. The family will receive friends from 5 – 8 PM, Friday, March 2nd at Memorial Funeral Chapel in College Station. A funeral service to celebrate Elaine's life is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 3rd at Memorial Funeral Chapel in College Station. Interment will follow at College Station Cemetery. Published in The Eagle

Doris Mae McCubbin, MM ’48, of Tennessee died March 14 at age 94. Doris was born on July 22, 1923 and passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018. She attended Southwest Baptist College and graduated from Baylor University with bachelor's and master's degrees. SERVICES: A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. Grant Gaines and Rev. Ricky Clark officiating. Burial will follow in Ridgecrest Cemetery with Mrs. Clark's grandsons and grandsons-in-law serving as pallbearers.The family is requesting in lieu of flowers that memorials be directed to Calvary Baptist Church, 119 Oil Well Road, Jackson, TN 38305. Published by tributes.com.

Catherine May Smith Morgan, BA ’48, of Waco died April 16 at age 90. She was born in Shreveport, LA, October, 23, 1927, to James M. Smith and Frances Elizabeth (Mahon) Smith. She graduated from Byrd High School and then went on to Baylor University where she received a BA in medical technology. She worked in this field for 2 to 3 years. She was married to Robert James Morgan on July 2, 1949 until his death on July 26, 2005. She had a great love for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and she loved to tell others. She is survived by her son, Alan J. Morgan (wife Lynn); daughter, Johanna Boley (husband John); six grandchildren, Paul Boley, Andrew Boley, Eric Boley, Hannah Allen (husband Caleb), Nathan Morgan, and Benjamin Morgan (wife Olivia); three great-grandchildren, Tobias Allen, Everett Allen, and Viviana Morgan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert James Morgan; daughter, Saralyn Murphy; sister, Betty Siegel; and brothers, Jim and George Smith. She was extremely proud of her six grandchildren and she always said to make sure they knew that she loved them. She reminded her family that she prayed for them daily. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Republic and a long time member of Columbus Ave. Baptist Church in Waco, Texas. She had a wonderful smile and used it frequently to the pleasure of those around her. She enjoyed finding ways to compliment others. She had a good sense of humor, even in the last two days of her life. She was always interested in other people. She loved gardening, playing bridge, sewing, cooking and traveling with her husband. One of her favorite sayings was, "When I stop learning it's time to give up my spot." She often would make comments to perfect strangers if she liked. She might comment on their hair or shoes if she found them attractive or interesting. She was always very grateful to her husband for how hard he worked to save enough for her to live well in her later years. She was always up for an adventure. Her final act was to donate her body to medical research. A memorial is planned for May 6 in The Woodlands, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Liver Foundation. An online memorial has been set up for others to share sentiments and memories with the family at: https://healgrief.org/catherine-morgan-2/.

Hornor Newton Shelton, BA ’48, LLB ’49, of Waco died March 23 at age 93. The memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 26, at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, March 25, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. Hornor was born September 30, 1924, to Perry Wayne and Mary Morrow Shelton in Ft. Worth, Texas. He grew up in the Waco area, attending LaVega ISD schools where his father was the school district superintendent. An athletic youth, Hornor played school sports including baseball, football, and tennis.His attendance at Baylor University was interrupted by military service. As a Marine during WWII, he was stationed in Japan. Returning to Baylor after the war, Hornor received his BA in 1948, and JD in 1949. A fortuitous blind date to a Baylor football game brought Hornor and Melba Brown together and they were married June 30, 1949. Being called back into military service in 1951, for the Korean War, he served as a legal officer in Korea and was honorably discharged as a Captain in 1955.Hornor began his long and successful career as a real estate and title insurance attorney with Stewart Title Company in 1950. Over the next 42 years he managed offices in Ft. Worth, El Paso and Houston. He was highly respected in the industry for his attention to detail and closed many of the largest commercial real estate transactions in the Houston area. Hornor ended his career with Charter Title Company having received numerous awards and citations during his career. In 1992, at its annual convention, the Texas Land Title Association bestowed on Hornor its prestigious Member for Sustained Meritorious Service Award.His love of Baylor was apparent to all. He only missed a handful of Baylor Homecomings during his entire life. Holding Baylor football season tickets for nearly 50 years, Hornor added men's and women's basketball season tickets after his retirement to Waco.He was proud that all of his children and grandchildren graduated from Baylor. In 2005, the Baylor Alumni Association honored the Perry and Mary Shelton Family with its First Families of Baylor Award, having four generations of Baylor graduates. Hornor had a constant love for his family which he demonstrated in many ways, both large and small. Quality time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren was the highlight of his retirement years. Most importantly Hornor's love of God and faith in Christ were the primary influences in his life and directed every important decision he made. He held leadership positions in each Baptist church where he was a member. Now Hornor leaves behind a legacy of faith and family. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin grandsons, Landon and Bryant Wayman. Hornor is survived by his wife of 68 years, Melba; his daughters, Shelba Jones and husband, Larry and Jean Wayman and husband, Larry; his son, Russell Shelton and wife, Susan; grandchildren, Cara Holloway, Browning Wayman and wife, Taylor, Larson Wayman and wife, Emily, Hayley and Mallory Shelton, Lauren Reasor and husband, Mark and Kristin Nichols and husband, James; great-grandchildren, Ellie and John Holloway and Boone, Bennett and Hattie Blake Wayman; sister, Virginia Blakely; brothers, John Shelton and wife, Doris and Robert Shelton and wife, Dixie; and numerous nieces and nephews.The family wishes to thank the staff of St. Elizabeth Place, Right At Home Health Care and Carroll Dodd for their loving care and assistance.Honorary Pallbearers will be the Frank Wilson Sunday School Class of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church and the Men's Bible Study Group.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Columbus Avenue Baptist Church,P.O. Box 345, Waco, Texas 76703 or The Melba and Hornor Shelton George W. Truett Theological Seminary Endowed Scholarship Fund, Office of University Development, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97050, Waco, Texas 76798-7050.The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com.Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com. Published in Waco Tribune-Herald

Dr. Fannie Scott Tapper, BA ’48, of Houston died March 31 at age 91. Fannie Louise Scott was born on September 6, 1926, in Temple, Texas and died on March 31, 2018, in Houston, Texas at the age of 91. Fannie grew up in Granger, Texas with her parents, Mary Stephenson Scott (Baylor ’24) and John William Scott, Sr. (Baylor ’22), and her brother John. Fannie married Baylor classmate John Phillip Howard in 1945 and earned her B.A. in English from Baylor University in 1948. Phil’s and Fannie’s four children were born in Waco and the family moved to Houston in 1957. In the early 1960s, Fannie taught English at St. John’s School and studied French language and literature at universities in Houston, Quebec, and Paris. After receiving the Danforth Foundation Graduate Fellowship for Women, Fannie earned her Ph.D. in French literature from Rice University in 1970. Fannie taught French at the University of Houston for 23 years, receiving tenure in 1975, and established the French department’s Academic Year in Strasbourg, France. Fannie was past President of the Alliance Française de Houston and was named a Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Académiques by the French government. In 1983 Fannie married Wilfred Tapper, with whom she spent many years sailing in Galveston Bay, in the Gulf of Mexico, and along the Eastern seaboard. She and Wif made an extraordinary couple, constantly learning about and exploring new interests and passions, and traveling extensively in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Wif was Fannie’s biggest supporter in every endeavor she undertook. After retiring from the University of Houston, Fannie developed her creative gifts in the field of photography. Her works comprised more than 20 one-woman shows, were part of five Fotofests and numerous other group exhibitions, and can be found in public and private collections in the United States and Europe, including the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. During her seventies Fannie combined her loves of language, education, travel, and photography by serving as interpreter on St. John the Divine mission trips to Haiti, photographing the people and landscapes there, and sponsoring Haitian students in their academic pursuits. As a student, a teacher, an artist, an adventurer, and a role model for so many, Fannie lived a full and fascinating life. But none of her many accomplishments ever came close to surpassing the pride, joy, and unqualified love she felt for her family. Fannie was preceded in death by her husband Wilfred Bonno Tapper, her son Andrew John Howard, her great-grandson John James Eastland, and her dear friend Howard Lewis Patton. She is survived by her brother John W. Scott, Jr. of Granger, her children Scott P. Howard and Elizabeth H. Crowell of Houston and Marietta H. King of Greenville, S.C., her six grandchildren Alexandre N. MacClenahan, Jason A. Howard, Hinds S. Howard, Mary Elizabeth Eastland, Christian A. Triantaphyllis and Alexander S. Triantaphyllis, and thirteen great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 2450 River Oaks Blvd., Houston, Texas, The Reverend Reagan W. Cocke officiating. Donations may be made in Fannie’s memory to St. John the Divine Episcopal Church for the benefit of the Episcopal University of Haiti.

Sidney Jack Stem, BS ’48, MA ’49, of Marlin, TX, died Feb. 25 at age 94. Stem was born July 10, 1923, in Waco, to Det. Capt. Wiley W. Stem and Ada Rowe Stem. He attended Waco schools and graduated in 1941. That fall he attended Baylor University on an scholarship for swimming. He joined the College Reserve Corps and was called to active duty in the US Army during WW 2. He was stationed on the islands of Saipan and Tinian in the South Pacific. He was awarded the Purple Heart, South Pacific Victory Medal, Marianas Islands Campaign Medal, Infantry Field Badge, and many others. He returned in 1945, and re-enrolled in Baylor, lettering in swimming. In 1947 he received his B.S. Ed degree and his Masters in Education in 1948. At Baylor, he met Virginia Johnson and they married in 1947. He accepted a teaching/coaching job in Ben Hur for one year until accepting the job of Dir. of Volunteer Services at the new VA Hospital in Marlin in 1951. He retired from the VA in 1989 after 38 years of service. Jack declined numerous promotions within the VA to stay in Marlin the rest of his life. Marlin always held a special place in his heart. Jack and Virginia had Wiley Montgomery (Monty) in 1951 and Laura Lee in 1965. Jack visited every state in the US, as well as many countries in Europe. Jack was a member of the Marlin First Baptist for over 70 years, and served as Deacon, Jr. Boys Sunday School teacher, Chairman of the Deacons, Pulpit Committee member, among other positions. He spent many summers as a sponsor at Latham Springs church camp, as well as with Bible Memory Association and Scripture Memory Fellowship. He was a member of the Lions Club and Masonic Lodge. He was Pres. of the Falls County Red Cross, Pres. of the Lion’s Club, Pres. of the Tomlinson Hill Veterans/Old Settler’s Assoc. He served on the Board of Directors of organizations such as the Marlin Main Street Project, Marlin Civic Center, Men’s Golf Association, Samaritan House, Waco-Marlin Credit Union, and Scripture Memory Fellowship. He was awarded the William M. Parrish/Hazel Falconer Goddard Service Award as Outstanding Citizen from the Marlin Chamber Commerce. He was also a proud supporter of the Falls County Youth Fair. He taught Red Cross Swimming lessons to countless children and adults. He was a Boy Scout leader for 35 years, helping many young men attain the honor of Eagle Scout Award, including his son, Monty. He received the Silver Beaver Award, the highest award given by the Boy Scouts. The highlight of his career as a Boy Scout leader was taking 25 scouts to the Natl Jamboree in Valley Forge. They attended the World’s Fair in NY City and a NY Yankees baseball game, where they saw Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris play. Another year he took his troop for two weeks hiking and camping in the mountains of Camp Philmont, NM, where they encountered rain, snow, and bears. Every summer he took his Troop 557 to Camp Tahuaya, near Belton. Two years after Virginia’s death in 1990, he married Jo Childs, and they recently celebrated their 25th anniversary. He always enjoyed saying, "Jo was the only lady he wanted to date and certainly the only one he wanted to marry." He felt one of the best things about their marriage was how the two families blended so well. Jack and Jo continued to serve the Marlin community until he moved to the William R. Courtney State Veteran’s Home in Temple. Jack was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, and golf. He had a lifelong love for the Baylor Bears. He enjoyed bridge, duplicate, and dominoes. Jack is survived by his wife, Jo Childs Stem, daughter Laura Lee Stem Pirtle and husband Glen, and Jo’s children, Sandy Tusa and husband Frank, Mark Childs and wife Dru, Brian Childs and wife Ferrisa, grandchildren Wendy Stem Gaspard, Matthew Stem, Jennilee Pirtle, Victoria Pirtle, Sydney Pirtle, Jacob Tusa, Jared Tusa, Amy Metcalf, Colton Childs, Chandler Childs, Brianna Childs, eight great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Jack is preceded in death by wife Virginia Stem and son, Monty, his parents, brothers, and sister. Funeral service is 12:00 noon on Friday, March 2, at First Baptist Marlin. Graveside service will follow at Waco Memorial Cemetery in Waco. Visitation is Thursday, March 1, from 6-8 pm at Adams Funeral Home in Marlin. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials sent to Scripture Memory Fellowship (PO Box 550232, Dallas, TX 75355), First Baptist Church (309 Coleman, Marlin, TX 76661), or South Tx Children’s Home Ministries (P.O. Box 759, Beeville, TX 78104.) Published by Dignity Memorial

Rosemary Barnett Stone, BA ’48, born on January 30, 1928 in Dallas, Texas, to the late Marshall David Barnett and the late Eunice Hicks Barnett, passed away at age 90 on March 25, 2018 in Sarasota, Florida, where she resided with her daughter. Rosemary graduated from Baylor university in 1947. She was a secretary at Pac Med, in Seattle, until retiring in 1998 and the business owner of Mailbox Etc. until retiring in 2001. Her job as "Mom" was her favorite, and she was a mother to many. Rosemary was married to the late Richard Bowles Stone. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Susan Stone; brothers, Marshall David Barnett Jr, and Robert Barnett; and sister, Beverly Ann Barnett. Rosemary is survived by her son, Richard Brian Stone; daughter, Sharon Ruth Stone; brother, Fred Barnett; sister, Jerrisue Hash; and grandchildren, Michael Stone, Brian Stone, and Dylan Stone. Some of Rosemary's hobbies were bridge and playing with her grandchildren. She was active in Westminster Chapel in Bellevue for years. Donations in Rosemary's name to World Vision - Use source code #310037101 and call 888-511-6519 are welcome and appreciated. We will forever remember Rosemary Stone as a wonderful Mother, Sister, Wife, Daughter, Grandmother. Friends and family members may attend the visitation on Friday, April 6 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Hills Memorial Funeral Home, 1215 145th Place SE, Bellevue, Washington, 98007. Following that, there will be a graveside service, officiated by Pastor Gary, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Kirkland Cemetery, 123 5th Ave., Kirkland, Washington, 98033. Published in Herald Tribune 

Dorothy M. Busby, ’49, was born November 12, 1921; and Departed this life April 17, 2018. She was a member of Park Cities Baptist Church Dallas, Texas, and member of Keystone Church Keller, Texas. Graduated High School, Business School, Attended Baylor University, Waco, Texas, Class of 1949. She was a life member of Baylor Alumni Association and Member of Baylor Heritage Society. Veteran of U.S. Naval Reserve (W.A.V.E.S.) WW II. Charter Member of "WIMSA" (Women in Military Service For America"). Retired from Texas Instruments Dallas, Texas in 1985; Member of TIAA (Texas Instruments Alumni Association). Grew up during the Great Depression, and she was proud to be part of "The Greatest Generation." Preceded in death by Husband James (Jim) Busby, and daughter Betty Ann Busby. Survived by daughter Donna Marie and Husband Dr. Roger Bohannan, Three Grand-Children, Ten Great-Grandchildren, and her family. Visitation at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home. Colleyville, Texas on April 26, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Graveside Service and Burial at Restland of Dallas, Greenville Ave at Restland Road on April 27, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Graveside to be conducted by Dr. Brandon Thomas. If desired, Memorial contributions may be made to: WIMSA (Women in Military Service For America) Foundation Dept. 560 Washington. D.C. 20042-560. Published by Dignity Memorial

Hazel Lankford George, BSN ’49, of Ormond Beach, FL, died April 1, 2017, at age 88.

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Rollin Stely Armour Sr., BA ’50, died at his home in Ponce Inlet, Florida, on March 2, 2018 at the age of 88. Born in Miami, Florida on December 5, 1929 to Thomas and Frankie Calhoun Armour, he graduated high school at 16 and headed off to Baylor University. He followed his call to ministry to Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville Kentucky where he earned his Bachelor of Divinity. After serving as a Chaplain in the U.S. Army in Korea, he earned a Master’s in Sacred Theology and a ThD in church history at Harvard University. His dissertation became his first book, Anabaptist Baptism: A Representative History, which was awarded the Frank S. and Elizabeth D. Brewer Award from the American Society of Church History. Over the course of his career, he taught at three different institutions: Stetson University, Auburn University (where he founded the religious studies department and served as its first chair), and Mercer University (where he served a term as Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and from which he retired in 1998). During that time, he wrote two more books: an updated history of First Baptist Church of Christ in Macon GA and Islam, Christianity, and the West: A Troubled History, which came out just after 9/11. All who knew him agree that he embodied the ideal teacher and scholar: knowledgeable, caring, a deep thinker who brought out the best in his students and his colleagues and they, in turn, in him. Rollin’s family life was as rich as his work life. On a return visit to Louisville from Cambridge, he became reacquainted with Mary Anne Crum, who quickly became the love of his life. Their wedding several months later inaugurated sixty years of a full and loving partnership characterized by close family ties, deep and sustained friendships, and exciting travel. Both were pillars of the churches they loved and served in each place they lived. Rollin is predeceased by Mary Anne, his parents, and his brother, Thomas Armour, Jr. He is survived by his three children, Ellen (Barbee Majors), Rollin, Jr., and Stephen (Jo Smith). He will be interred next to Mary Anne at DeLand Memorial Gardens following a service at Lankford Funeral Home in DeLand, Florida on Saturday, March 10, 2018. Visitation is at 10 am, service at 11 am. A memorial service for Rollin and Mary Anne in Macon is being planned. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the General Scholarship Fund at Stetson University, the Mercer on Mission (MOM) Program at Mercer University, or to the First Baptist Church of Christ Macon Memorial Fund. His children thank all of the medical professionals who cared for Rollin in his final years, especially Dr. Gerald Woodard and his staff. We are also very grateful for the support of Rollin’s family in Florida, especially Robert Armour and his wife Kerry, the many friends who visited and kept in touch with Rollin and Mary Anne after they moved to Ponce Inlet, and the loving care provided by an exceptional team of home health workers. We consider all of them family, too. Published by Lankford Funeral Home

Mary Helen Richardson Cargill, BA ’50, of Maumelle, AR, died April 29 at age 89. On March 6, 1929, Pearl and Irl Richardson welcomed their first daughter, Mary Helen, into the world. She was born in Kennett, Missouri, the third child of five. The daughter of a Baptist minister, Helen was raised in the church and cherished her faith throughout her life. She had a close and personal walk with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Helen graduated from Kennett High School at age 17, and left home to attend college at Baylor University, in Waco, TX. In the fall of 1949, on the Baylor campus, Helen’s high school sweetheart, Charlie Cargill, proposed to his love and she accepted! Helen graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English in May of 1950; and, in June, she married Charlie. The happy young couple began married life together in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where Helen taught high school English, and Charlie, as a Navy veteran, continued his studies at the University of Arkansas. In 1954, Helen and Charlie moved to Angleton, Texas, where they raised their four children and became important contributors to their local community. Helen was an amazing wife, mother and teacher. She took the responsibilities of each of her roles very seriously, and performed them beautifully, without complaining. Somehow, she also managed to squeeze socializing into her busy schedule. Helen was outgoing and thoroughly enjoyed the presence of people. She enjoyed a number of close friendships, making time to invest in those relationships as well as in her family. She served her Lord for many years at First Baptist Church of Angleton. Helen and Charlie enjoyed a beautiful loving marriage for 64 years. They worked diligently to provide for the needs and the education of their children. These two were deeply devoted to one another and to their family. As much as she loved her children, Helen totally lost herself in her grandchildren. She anxiously awaited the arrival of each one, and lived for the trips to see them. Every one of her grandchildren cherished special time with their “Mimi”.  Helen is survived by her brother Gene Richardson (Mary), children: Keith (Kathleen), Bruce (Barbara), Terry (Barbara), Karen (Wayne), and Cissie, along with 10 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Until the very end, Helen had a hunger for God’s Word and loved to abide in songs of praise and worship. Her life was a loving and steadfast testimony of strength, faithfulness, devotion, and service. Our world lost a beautiful soul when Helen left us; heaven gained a joy-filled saint when she arrived and knelt at Jesus’ feet. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to her lifelong favorite ministry, Billy Graham Ministries at https://billygraham.org/give/give-online/?SOURCE=BY130DNMG. Published by Roller Funeral Homes

Dr. Delores Gardner, BA ’50, of Denton, TX, died April 5 at age 88. Educator and world traveler Eva Delores Gardner was born on June 28,1929 and passed away on April 5, 2018. Delores was a woman ahead of her time. Leaving the safety and security of her East Dallas family home she traveled on mission trips to South America and off to university to achieve advanced degrees. She used these experiences as a stepping-stone for living and working around the globe. A lifelong collector, her home was filled with trinkets and treasures from her many life experiences. Upon her retirement she was her mother’s main caregiver until her mother’s passing. Delores received her BA (’50) from Baylor University, her MA (’53) and PHD (’65) in Education from North Texas State University. She has held positions as head of high school English in Carrizozo, NM; elementary school teacher in Mesquite, TX; teacher and administrator for the Department of Defense School System in Asia, Europe and Africa; associate professor at Wisconsin State University and associate professor at Texas Women’s University from 1967 until her retirement in 1995. She was president of the Texas Association for Childhood Education, 1972-74. Mrs. Nixon honored her at the White House as a top 100 Outstanding Educator. She received gubernatorial appointments to both the State Commission for Professional Competencies and the Committee on Early Childhood Development. She had more than 70 articles and learning activities for children published, as well as devotional and life skill articles. She was a member of First Baptist Church Denton. She is survived by her sisters Janelle Monico and Evelyn Yarbrough, nieces Angela Hickman and husband David, Lisa Beck and husband Mikey, nephews Mark Yarbrough and wife Carrie, Eric Yarbrough and wife Linda and Kim Monico and wife Lori and many great and great-great nieces and nephews. A special loving thanks to Angela and David who cared for Delores in their home for the past year and a half, as well as to the many Visiting Angels who have assisted in her care. Visitation will be April 8th from 4 to 6pm and the Funeral Service will be April 9th at 2pm at Grove Hill Funeral Home. Published by Dignity Memorial

Troy K. Nokes, BBA ’50, of Tyler, TX, died Feb. 26 at age 88. Services for Nokes will be held on Saturday March 3rd, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at Stewart Family Funeral Home with Pastor Pike Wisner of First Baptist Church of Tyler officiating. A private family burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Tyler, under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home. Mr. Nokes passed away Monday, February 26, 2018 under the care of The Hospice of East Texas. He was born July 18, 1929 in Purdon, Texas to Wade. A. "Bob" Nokes and Vera Nokes. He graduated from Baylor University in 1950 with a B. S. Degree in Economics. After college, he served his country in the United States Airforce as an SSG. Troy began his career in 1954 in Ft. Worth as a District Sales Rep. for Conoco Oil Company. There he met and married the love of his life, Betty Lou Roberts, in 1956. Troy then moved to Tyler with his new family in 1961 and in 1968 began working as the Regional Sales Manager for Vestal Laboratories. He accepted the position of Director of Building Services of ETMC Tyler in 1983. He remained in this position until he retired in 1995. Troy loved to serve his community and help others. He was a member of the Tyler Civitan Club. During his tenure he became President of the Tyler Civitans and also served as Vice President of Civitan International. Troy was instrumental in forming the first Adopt-a-Highway Program in the United States. He also served in many capacities with the Special Olympics. He was President and Secretary of the Fishers Class at First Baptist Church of Tyler. He was a past Grand Master of St. Johns Masonic Lodge 53 in Tyler. After retirement Troy continued to assist others as a volunteer at ETMC. He was an active and faithful member of First Baptist Church of Tyler for 56 years. He loved to serve others and was a blessing to everyone. He was a faithful member of the (C.I.A.) Christians In Action Class. He enjoyed volunteering in the Family Assistance Program and also praying for those that called the Prayer Line. Troy will be greatly missed by his family, church, friends and community.Troy was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife Betty Lou Nokes. He is survived by his brother, Clyde Nokes; son, John L. Nokes; daughter, Connie Taylor and husband Ron; grandchildren, Tim Taylor and wife Samantha, Todd Taylor and wife Tina, Jonathan Nokes, Allison McNeil and husband James, Katie Nokes and Chris Ogden; and 12 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Nokes, Tim Taylor, Todd Taylor, Hunter Taylor, Sam Dickerson and Rodney Rogers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Christians In Action Sunday School Class First Baptist Church.Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 - 7:00 PM on Friday, March 2, 2018 at Stewart Family Funeral Home, 7525 Old Jacksonville Highway, in Tyler. If desired, memorials may be made to The Hospice of East Texas Foundation at 4111 University Blvd., Tyler, TX 75701. Published by Stewart Family Funeral Home

P. J. Tyler Jr., BA ’50, died Jan. 12 in Grapevine, TX. He was 93. PJ was born Jan. 11, 1925, in Gilpin, Texas, the only child of Pool Joseph and Eula Opal (Bilberry) Tyler. He grew up on the family farm near Milnesand, N.M., first attending a one-room schoolhouse and later graduating from Bluit High School. He earned an AA degree at Wayland Baptist College in Plainview, Texas, where he began preparing for church ministry. PJ met the love of his life, Mary Lee Richardson, in Lubbock while leading the music in a revival at College Avenue Baptist Church, where her father was pastor. The two were married in that church by her father, Luther Lee Richardson, on Sept. 22, 1946. Already in the Army, PJ immediately went to Seattle, Wash., to ship out to the Pacific Theater. While on the transport ship, the Japanese surrendered, and he served in the army of occupation as a chaplain’s assistant in Japan. Upon completing his military service, he and Mary Lee started a family while he pursued further education, first at Baylor University, graduating in 1950, then at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he earned a master’s in religious education. PJ served on church staff at Immanuel Baptist Church in San Angelo, Texas, South Park Baptist Church in Beaumont, Texas, Southcrest Baptist Church in Lubbock, First Baptist Church in Artesia, First Baptist Church in Roswell, and Crestview Baptist Church in Midland, Texas. While working mainly as a minister of religious education, he also served as both music minister and youth minister at times. Upon retirement, PJ remained active in ministry, volunteering at his local hospital, singing in the Singing Men of West Texas, and participating in mission trips, including trips to Rwanda, Ukraine, Australia and Brazil. He leaves behind a rich legacy of love, service and friendship that has touched people around the world. His beloved wife, Mary Lee Richardson Tyler, preceded him in death in 1979. Survivors include son Philip Jerrel Tyler of Lewisville, Texas; daughter Phyllis Jane Tyler Nguyen and husband Tuan of Lake Oswego, Ore.; grandchildren Jessica Dawn Tyler Dunnam, Philip Jared Tyler, Paul Jordan Tyler, Patrick Joel Tyler, Jesse Tyler Nguyen, Jenny Lee Nguyen Gil, and Jamie Lauren Nguyen Colson; and great-grandchildren Cody Wayne Dunnam, Ryan Scott Eugene Tyler, Poppy Jane Tyler, Erin Tyler Nguyen, Robert Chase Nguyen, Rachele Alexis Biltoft, and Brooke Margaret Biltoft. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the wonderful, caring staff at Baylor Hospital, who helped ease PJ’s struggle with pneumonia. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Vietnam Baptist Bible Institute/International Mission Board, SBC, c/o Office of Finance, International Mission Board, P.O. Box 6767, Richmond, VA, 23230. Published by Artesia Daily Press

Hazel Alleen Witten Wheeless, BM ’50, of Ashburn, VA, died April 20 at age 87. In addition to being a pastor's wife (Ellington "Duke" Wheeless, BA ’49) and raising five children - including three Baylor grads (Allen, BA 1973; Karen, BA 1976 and MBA 1979; Greg, BBA 1984), Alleen was active in Woman's Missionary Union and women's leadership development for over 50 years. She served as WMU president for Colorado (1959–1964 and 1965–1966), WMU VP Member-at-Large (1967–1972), and Virginia WMU president (1992–1996). She also served on numerous Virginia Baptist boards well into the early 2000's. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, four living children, and six grandchildren.

Dr. W. R. Wortman Jr., BA ’50, of Duncanville, TX, formerly of Waco, died March 14 at age 91. Wortman was known all his life as "Pat" by virtue of having been born on St. Patrick's Day and welcomed into the world by the attending physician's comment, "Well, here's another little Pat.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Hazel (Lee) Wortman; brother, Robert L. Wortman; and beloved wife, Liby Covington Wortman, whom he married in 1949. Pat and Liby enjoyed sixty-two years of truly happy wedded life. Pat was a product of the public school system of Beaumont, Texas and always claimed that Ogden School was the finest elementary school in the land. It was from Odgen School, and from a mother who constantly read to him, that he acquired his lifelong love of books and learning. This love of books and learning would eventually lead him to become a Professor of English at Baylor University where, like the Clerk in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, "gladly would he learn, and gladly teach." Wortman was a professor of English at Baylor from 1967 to 1996. He was the first person to teach an entire class on C.S. Lewis. Wortman was Chief Marshall for Baylor graduations for many years. He and his wife Liby, BA ’50, MSEd ’82, and George and Katie Stokes, were sponsors of Kappa Theta. A member of the Greatest Generation, Pat volunteered for the Army in 1943 and served in the South Pacific and the Philippine Islands during WWII. When he returned to Texas after his service, he enrolled in Baylor University, where he met and married Liby Covington, which he always said was the best decision he ever made. With Liby's help, Pat earned a Bachelor's degree from Baylor University, a Master's degree from Lamar University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas. Pat and Liby are the parents of two daughters, E'Lynne Elliott and Patti Mitchell. All four family members became educators, a fact which pleased them all. Pat retired as Professor Emeritus of English after thirty years of service to Baylor University. He was a member of a number of professional organizations and frequently presented papers at professional meetings. In 1972, the Baylor Student Body elected Dr. Wortman as Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year. That was the last year that the selection was left entirely to the choice of the student body, which made the honor even more meaningful. One of Pat's unique contributions to Baylor is that he originated the idea that Baylor should have a ceremonial mace for use in graduations and other formal occasions. He assisted in selecting the artifacts used and created the design for the official mace that is still in use today. Pat was honored to be named Bearer of the Mace for Baylor's Fall 1997 commencement exercises. Liby retired from Midway Independent School District where she was named Outstanding Teacher of the Year in 1991. E'Lynne is a retired speech pathologist, working most recently for Highland Park ISD in Dallas, and Patti retired from Midland ISD as a school librarian. Pat enjoyed a wide variety of avocational interests. In his younger days, he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson 80 Flathead motorcycle. He was a charter member of the Beaumont Symphony Orchestra, and a member of several Civic Chorus groups and church choirs, where he added his beautiful bass voice to some of the world's great choral music. He enjoyed target shooting, building model railroad layouts, using tools (especially woodworking tools), photography, amateur acting (he played the part of Dr. A.J. Armstrong in the 1982 production of The Towers of the Brazos, Orlin Corey's play about Baylor's history) and book collecting. He was particularly proud of his first editions of some of the works of C.S. Lewis. Pat and his family were always enthusiastic campers and travelers. He and Liby especially loved cruising. Many of Pat's interests included service to others. He was a Volunteer Fireman in Moody, Texas, the Red Cross Disaster Chairman in Beaumont, a volunteer with the Victim Service Unit of the Waco Police Department, and a volunteer (after having undergone quadruple bypass surgery himself) with the Hillcrest Heart to Heart program. His favorite later-in-life volunteer job was driving the Providence Hospital golf cart, ferrying patients from the parking lots to their destinations on the Providence campus. Pat considered himself exceptionally blessed by a kind and merciful Heavenly Father. His prayer for Liby, during her lifetime; for his daughter, E'Lynne and husband, Alan; his daughter, Patti and husband, Greg; for his grandchildren, Angela and Ryan Gough, Katy and Darrell Brunson, Mary and John Skinner, William and Melanie Elliott and Scott Simpson; for his great-grandchildren, Corley and Wesley Elliott, Ethan Gough and Emily Skinner; for his dear sister, Nancy Beth Davenport and late husband, Ken; and for other family and friends was this: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Visitation will be held from 6:30 p.m., until 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 16, 2018, at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend, in Waco. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Oakwood Cemetery. The memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Seventh and James Baptist Church in Waco. Memorials may be made to Pat and Liby Wortman Memorial Fund, Midway Education Foundation, 13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, TX 76712. Thoughts and memories may be shared at www.LakeShoreFH.com. Published by Waco Tribune

Samuel Elton Boswell, BA ’51, of Brandon, MS, died Feb. 24 at age 91. He was born March 27, 1926 in Bluff City, Arkansas to Samuel and Ola Boswell. He spent his early life in Camden, Arkansas with his parents and seven siblings. He was a decorated veteran of World War II, fighting with the 96th Division USA (The Deadeyes) at the battle for Okinawa. After the war he attended Baylor University on the GI bill, graduating with a degree in physics. He subsequently began a career with Welex, a subsidiary of Halliburton, as a petroleum engineer. In 1954 he married Beverly Jane Andersen. With his work Sam, Beverly and their children travelled extensively, living in Nevada, Louisiana, Texas, Saskatchewan and Alberta Canada, and Venezuela. In 1970 the family settled in Laurel, Mississippi. He retired in 1986.
Sam enjoyed playing with his grandchildren and working in his garden. He spent his latter years with daily walks in the mall, visits to the library, and drinking coffee with his friends at the Waffle House. He is survived by a sister, Margaret Amis, three children Brenda Nolan, Daniel Boswell and Karen Boswell and five grandchildren Heather Chapman, Ryan Chapman, Savannah Boswell, Jake Boswell and Rosalie Nolan.  Services will be held at Memory Chapel on Saturday, March 3, 2018. Visitation will begin at 12 noon and the services will follow at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Lake Park Hills Cemetery. To sign the online guest book, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Jack Dietz Brooks, BA ’51, of Fayetteville, AR, formerly of Camden, AR, died April 2 at age 90.  He loved people, children, dancing, gardening, growing figs and making fig jam, his pets (Mac and Gracie), and golf. Jack loved rooting for the Arkansas Razorbacks, Dallas Cowboys and the Baylor Bears. Jack worked for Lockheed Martin for thirty-eight years. Mr. Brooks was preceded in death by his parents, Deitz and Ada Brooks of Kilgore, TX; his brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Joy Brooks of Plano, TX and a son, Scott Carmony of Kansas City, MO. He is survived by his wife, Betty Crowder Brooks of Farmington, AR; six sons, Michael Brooks and his wife, Judy of Granbury, TX, Pat Brooks and his wife, Kay of Irving, TX, Kelly Brooks of Dallas, TX, Neil Carmony and his wife, Felicia of Texarkana, TX, Brent Carmony and his wife, Victoria of Texarkana, TX and John Crowder and his wife, Karen of West Fork, AR and four daughters, Marissa Riddles and her husband, Arthur of Dallas, TX, Melinda McLaughlin and her husband, Rob of Kansas City, MO, Denise Hildreth of Texarkana, AR and Pam Montgomery and her husband, Mike of North Little Rock, AR. Jack was affectionately known as Poppa Jack to twenty-seven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Proctor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2018. Services will be 2:00 Friday at Proctor Funeral Home followed by interment at Lakeside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8^th Avenue, 7^th Floor, New York, NY, 10001.

Merle Seth Brower Sr., BM ’51, BA ’52, of Austin died Feb. 10 at age 87. A time of visitation is set from 5 to 7pm Thursday February 15, 2018, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Center, 3001 S College Ave in Bryan, Texas. Life Tribute services are set for 11am Friday, February 16, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Center with interment to follow at the Bryan City Cemetery.

Merle was born in Stonewall, Oklahoma, the youngest of 10 children.  His mother and father, Joe T. and Davey Brower, farmed all their lives. Nicknamed “Squirrel” by his dad because he was so fast, he made many friends, some of which he continued contact with through school reunion visits as late as last year. And although he lived most of his life in his beloved Texas, he was always proud of his Oklahoma roots and still subscribed to the local paper, The Stratford Star.

Merle went to work with JC Penney’s in 1950 in Waco, Texas while attending Baylor University.  He rose through the managerial ranks, transferring to stores in Fort Worth, Wichita Falls, San Antonio, Harlingen and Austin.  He was the manager of the downtown Austin store from 1963 to 1970. In 1972, Merle bought the men’s clothing department from the University of Texas Coop, named the Toggery. Over the years Merle had 7 Toggery locations throughout Austin, providing fine clothing for men and boys. Merle was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the US Air Force, and was very proud of his service. Merle had many friends throughout Austin and other parts of the country. These friendships evolved through his many interests…hunting, the Hill Country, genealogy, wildflowers, dominos, and of course his love of Texas History.  There was probably no other person as well versed in this history as Merle (and that includes university professors and authors). Merle was a Christian, attending various Baptist churches over the years. He also played the harmonica, enjoyed country music, and appreciated landscape art (his favorite artist was Porfirio Salinas). He was a past member of the Austin Downtown Founders Lions Club (the oldest Lions Club in the World), Chamber of Commerce, numerous merchant and retail associations, various civic organizations, and a Vice Commodore in the Austin Aqua Festival. He is survived by Merle Seth Brower, Jr.; Robin M. Brower, wife Ann, Bari Lynn Scherrer; husband Bob; Stanley Acord Brower, wife Marsha; and Jeffery David Brower, wife Cindy. His 13 grandchildren are Heather Mearns, Beth Hoffman, Katherine Morrow, Meryl Brower, Kyle Brower, Caroline Scherrer, Rebecca Scherrer, Tyson Brower, Braxton Brower, Aspen Stewart, Kyndal Brower, Winston Brower, Cinnamon Brower.  His seven great-grandchildren include Jaycee Mearns, Cadence Hoffman, Kinlee Mearns, Carson Davis, Paisley Morrow, Knox Morrow, and Kylie Brower. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas.  Merle’s family thanks you for your support, friendship, and love over the years.

Martha Ann Lomax Campbell, BA ’51, of San Angelo, TX, died March 4 at age 87. Ann Lomax Campbell passed peacefully from this life to her heavenly home on March 4th, 2018 at her residence in San Angelo, TX. Martha Ann was born April 6, 1930 in Meridian, Texas to J.T. and Mary Jane Evans Lomax, joining a host of Lomax relations in that small town. She graduated from Meridian High School in 1947 and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Baylor University in 1951. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Meridian. During high school Ann enjoyed working on the school newspaper and yearbook staff. She was a "yell leader" and honor student. She began dating Johnny Campbell, who was a year ahead of her, and often flew with him in his open cockpit Stearman bi-plane. While attending Baylor, Ann accompanied Johnny on his first night solo flight. Throughout all their years together he called her "his most fearless co-pilot". The two were engaged in 1948 while John was on leave from the U.S. Navy and were married in Meridian on December 27, 1950. They celebrated their 67th anniversary a few months ago. Following their wedding, Ann and John lived in Norfolk, Virginia where John was stationed. Their first daughter, Suzy, was born in 1952 back home in Meridian while John was on an aircraft carrier in the Atlantic. The family later moved to College Station for two years where John completed his education, eventually settling in Dallas where he began flying for Continental Airlines. Two more children were born, John in 1957 and Janie in 1961, completing their family. Through the years Ann "held the fort" during John's trips, created a loving home and was dedicated to her husband and children. Ann was a wonderful cook and gracious hostess and entertained frequently in their home. Her home cooking and thoughtful hospitality were the heart of every family gathering for years and years. They had many wonderful friends who were always welcome and she learned to remain calm and add plates to the table when John told her that he had invited several - sometimes many - people for dinner! Travel was a constant in the family's life and much enjoyed by all. Ann could get everyone packed, dressed in "Sunday best" clothes and to the airport with amazing speed when John announced that he had five non-rev tickets for a flight in a few hours! She loved to reminisce about her "trips of a lifetime" with John, which included many European countries, a Mediterranean cruise, Argentina, Australia and New Zealand, and the Micronesian Islands in the South Pacific. Most memorable were their several trips alone, in one of John's seaplanes, to Canada and Alaska. She loved the beauty of the mountains as they flew up the Al-Can Highway and Alaska Trench. She was an alert plane-spotter, but said she never got nervous with John at the controls. Being married to John Campbell was an adventure and she embraced it with good nature and a wonderful sense of humor. The love they shared has been a solid foundation and inspiration for their children. Ann was never more delighted than each time she became "MomMom" to her six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She said that watching them grow and play together was a joy beyond words. Throughout her life she has been a model of grace and faith. Her love has always been the active kind and her entire family is forever blessed. She was preceded in death by her parents, J.T. and Mary Jane Lomax, in-laws Marian and Elmer Campbell and son-in-law Jeff Trentacosta. She is survived by her loving husband, John Ross Campbell. Also surviving and giving thanks for her life and legacy are her daughter Suzy and husband Patrick Makins of San Angelo, son John and wife Judy Campbell of Morgan, daughter Janie Trentacosta of Fredericksburg, grandchildren Daniel (Claire) Makins, Sarah (Chris) McAlister, Jessie Trentacosta, Kaitlyn (Andy) Hawrylak, Matthew (Kelsey) Campbell, and Melissa (Sam) Naquin, great grandchildren Cal and James Makins, Hallie and Ty McAlister, Noah Jet Naquin, and Robert Hawrylak, sister Jane (Paul) Bolton, brother Jim (Carolyn) Lomax, numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends. The family wishes to thank the staff at Lyndale, Stephanie Melendez, Sierra Vista UMC, and Hospice of San Angelo for their care for Ann and family. A Celebration of Ann's life will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Meridian, TX on April 6th, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Friends and family can sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com Published in GoSanAngelo

M. Wayne Cummings, JD ’51, of Coppell, TX, passed away April 6, at age 89. He was born October 15, 1928 in Gatesville, Texas. He graduated from Baylor University School of Law in 1951. He then served as First LT. Judge Advocate General's Corps for the United States Army, attaining the rank of Captain during his tenure in the Officers' Reserve Corps where he was honorably discharged in 1963. He began practicing law in 1955 with Federal Land Bank of Houston followed by Underwood, Wilson, Sutton, Heare and Boyce in Amarillo. In 1961 he joined Diamond Shamrock Oil and Gas, later Maxus Energy Corporation, Exploration Company and Assistant General Counsel of Maxus Energy. From 1991 to 2017, he served as Of Council to Sprouse, Shrader, Smith PLLC law firm and its predecessor. He retired from the Sprouse Firm on September 30, 2017 at which time he became an inactive member of the State Bar Association of Texas. Everybody loved Wayne, from his family, friends, neighbors and co-workers, to everyone whose lives he touched. He had a passionate joy for life, which showed in many ways, but especially in his love of jokes and stories. He loved the Lord and lived his life as an example of how a Godly man should live. He married his wife of 52 years, Betty, in 1965. Together they raised five daughters and one son. Throughout their marriage Wayne and Betty realized their dream of traveling the world, visiting many continents and countries. He also enjoyed a good game of golf and was a fan of George Strait and John Wayne. 
Wayne delighted in family and especially loved the times when they were all together. He is survived by his wife, Betty, his six children and their spouses, his ten grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Virginia Mayberry Neel, ’51, of Waco died Nov. 29, 2017, at age 87. Visitation with Virginia's family will begin at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 3, 2017, at OakCrest Funeral Home, 4520 Bosque Boulevard. A graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2017, at Waco Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. Ron Durham officiating. Virginia was born on August 12, 1930, in Waco, to Thomas A. Mayberry and Emily Pate Mayberry. She attended Waco public schools and graduated from Waco High School. She graduated from the Hillcrest Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in 1950. As an RN, she used her training to provide health care initially in doctor offices then later in the first official nursing home in Waco started by her parents. For three years, she taught a Health Occupations course at Richfield High School in Waco. She also taught Health Occupations night classes at old South Junior High School in Waco and a class at McLennan Community College. She spent most of her health care career at the Hillcrest Medical Center location on Herring Ave. in Waco from 1979 holding various positions until her retirement on November 21, 2008.Virginia was also preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clovis Neel; brother, Tom Mayberry; and sister, Peggy Nelson.

Survivors include her son, Cliff Neel and wife, Sarah, of Hewitt; daughter, Lisa Chunn and husband, Danny, of San Antonio; and grandson, Jeffrey Chunn and wife, Heather, of Pipe Creek, Texas. The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff at the Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center in Waco and the staff at Bluebonnet Health Services Hospice in Waco. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center.

Richard S. Stark, ’51, of Gainesville, TX, died April 13 at age 89. Dick grew up in Gainesville where he graduated from Gainesville High School, enlisting in the U.S. Army at the age of 17. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 25th, 2 p.m. at First Christian Church in Gainesville. In lieu of flowers, the family sincerely requests memorials be made to First Christian Church of Gainesville, Home Hospice of Cooke and Grayson Counties, or the charity of your choice. Wednesday, April 25, 2018 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM First Christian Church 401 N Dixon St Gainesville, TX 76240 Wednesday, April 25, 2018 2:00 PM First Christian Church 401 N Dixon St Gainesville, TX 76240.

• Birth Place:Wichita Falls, Texas
• Employer:  U.S. Army; Spouse Margaret Jo Stark, Jane Stark
• Parents: Lucy and H.W. Stark
• School: Gainesville High School,Baylor University,Cumberland University
• Siblings: Lucile, Betty, and Walter
• Children: son and wife, Dave and Leslie Stark; daughters, Holly Stark and wife, Carol Roane; Lucy Sutton and husband, Steven; stepsons, Bill King and wife, Latresa; Karl King and wife, Floy,son, Tom Stark, stepson, Keith King

R. D. “Buddy” Roberts, BBA ’51, of San Antonio died Feb. 13 at age 88. He was the son of Bob B. Roberts, Sr. and Helen Harper Roberts. Helen died when Buddy was 18 months old. His father subsequently married Wilma Blanche Legate who adopted Buddy and his brother and was Buddy's adored Mother. Buddy was a lifelong resident of San Antonio. He was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and Baylor University. He served as an Air Force officer during the Korean Conflict. He was active in the roofing industry for most of his business career and was employed for 19 years at Beldon Roofing Company which he considered his second home. He is predeceased by his parents and by his brother, Bob B. Roberts, Jr. and his son-in-law, Kenneth Carlson. He is survived by four daughters and 3 sons-in-law; Rollyn Carlson, Robin Walker and husband, William and their mother, Barbara Cater Wilson, Kimberly Zinsmeyer and husband, Vincent, Deborah Whitis and husband Lamar, stepson David Burrows and wife, Deborah; five grandchildren, Lindsey Kirsch, Justin Buchanan, Kelly Kennedy, Emily Aleman and husband Alex, Brantley Zinsmeyer; four great grandchildren; Jessica Kirsch, Elizabeth Kirsch, Landon Kirsch and Jameson Buchanan; three nieces, Quinta Roberts de Cuevas, Kathleen Roberts and Rose Garceau and three cousins; Maxine Cobb, Minnie Walker, Patricia Crisler and husband Art. Private family graveside services will be held at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your liking.

Janey Lee Miers Young, BA ’51, of Dallas died June 20, 2017, at age 87. Janey Lee was born on 28 January 1930 in Dallas, TX at Baylor Hospital in the Florence Nightingale wing. She died of kidney failure. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luther C. Young, Jr. of Orange Grove, TX, her son Luther C. Young III of Kingsville, TX, and her parents Fred Hale and Fannie Lee Elizabeth (Martin) Miers of Plano, TX. She is survived by her daughters LeeAnn Young and Laura Jane Young, both from Dallas; her grandchildren, Laurel Creasan Young and Luther Creason Young IV, both of Kingsville, TX; her niece Patricia Ann Edwards Bruchey and husband, and great-nephews David III and Andrew Bruchey, all from Millersville, MD; her brother Fred Martin Miers, Sr. of Picayune, MS; her sister Ann Elizabeth Miers Edwards and brother-in-law, Walter F. Edwards, both of Chandler, TX; her nephew, Fred Martin Miers, Jr and his wife Mariela Morse Miers, both of Broussard, LA; her niece, Jana Miers Hart and family of LA; her nephew Thomas Walter Edwards and family of Slaughter, LA; her nephew Stephen Edwards and family of Shappardstown, WV; her niece Mary Ann Edwards and children, Alex and Ashley, of MD; her niece Rebecca Ann Edwards Greenwood and husband of MD; and her "adopted son" Larry Ramsey of Robstown, TX. Janey graduated from Plano HS Class of 1947. The Miers family lived at 902 16th St in Plano for over 40 years. Her father was mayor of Plano, TX from 1950-56 and helped set the naming conventions of Plano streets (alphabetize east-west streets and number north-south streets). Janey graduated from Baylor University in 1951 with Bachelor's degree in Education. On 9 June 1951, she married Luther Young in Honolulu, HI, where he was stationed with the U.S.Marines. Janey earned her Master's degree in Education from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, AR. Her husband was a coach/athletic director, so the family lived in North Little Rock, AR; Senatobia, MS; Aransas Pass, TX; and Corpus Christi, TX. After the family moved to Corpus Christi, TX, Janey was the first school counselor at Foy Moody HS when it opened in 1987. The family moved to Orange Grove, TX in the early 1970s. Janey was Assistant Superintendent for Special Education at Robstown ISD. She designed and oversaw the construction of a new Special Education HS in Robstown and was the school's principal as well until her retirement. Janey and her husband were active in Eastern Star in Robstown. She was their Worthy Matron for 3 terms.

Rev. Robert Lee Bateman, BBA ’52, of Vero Beach, FL, died April 7 at age 87. Today, he is rejoicing in the presence of Jesus with all those who went before him. He spent his life, morning by morning, renewing his relationship and love with and for his Lord. He then went about showing God’s love to others one person, one day at a time. And in those 60 plus years of ministry, many souls were touched by God’s love and countless generations will continue to be impacted. A gifted communicator, every Sunday was a joy to hear God’s truths revealed though him. Because of God’s love for and through him, he faithfully lived a life of eternal impact providing us all with a picture of a LIFE WELL LIVED. Survived by his wife of 67 years, Juanell Herrington Bateman, whom he loved with an amazing passion; his children, Mary Beth Folterman (Bill), Chuck (Ann) and Mark (Lori) to whom he was a faithful father; 8 grand children and 3 great grandchildren whom he loved dearly, and a sister, Florence Fagan (Rudy) in whom he was very proud. He was a graduate of Allen Military Academy in Bryan, Texas, Baylor University, and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He was an officer in the USAF during the Korean Conflict. He faithfully pastored churches in Texas, Ohio and Florida. A life celebration will be held at Westgate Memorial Baptist Church, Beaumont, Texas on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 beginning with a meal and visitation at 5:00 p.m. and service at 6:30 p.m. Graveside service will be on Thursday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Kirbyville City Cemetery off Shaw Guy Road in Kirbyville, Texas. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to First Baptist Church Merritt Island First Initiative Project 140 Magnolia Ave., Merritt Island, Florida 32952.

Janice Martin Boothe Broomall, BA ’52, of Austin died April 14 at age 86. She passed away following a three-year struggle with cancer. She was born on September 21, 1931, in Yoakum, Texas, the eldest daughter of Martha and Gabriel Boothe. After spending her early childhood in a one-bedroom cabin on the ranch her father owned and tended, the family moved to a quiet pecan-tree lined street in Yoakum, next door to her grandparents. She graduated from Yoakum High School in 1949 and Baylor University (Waco) in 1952. After graduating Baylor, she moved to Victoria to teach second grade. It was there she met Lt. Les Broomall, a dashing young pilot stationed at Foster Air Force Base. They married on April 9, 1955, and three years later were flying off to Chaumont, France, with two young children in tow. From France they soon moved to England, and from England to Laramie, Wyoming, where the family grew to five. Moves and travels across the US and Europe too numerous to list continued, leading one relative to dub them "the nomadic branch of the family". Through it all, Jan maintained an active role in church and Air Force Wives' Club activities, collecting antiques and souvenirs and friends along the way. On a second sojourn in England she visited churches around the countryside making brass rubbings of commemorative plaques from the middle ages. After 30 years of Air Force life, they settled in Austin but three years later moved to Cupertino, California for Les' second career at Lockheed. There Jan worked at the library, sharing her lifelong love of reading, and volunteered teaching English as a second language to immigrants from different parts of the world. Retirement brought her back to Austin but did not diminish her enthusiasm for travel. There were numerous visits to children and grandchildren in Wyoming, Washington state, South Dakota, Alaska and England; to visit relatives in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, South Carolina, Georgia, and around the great state of Texas; trips to Air Force reunions in Arizona and Nevada, and high school reunions in Pennsylvania and Texas. An active mind and love of education led to Elder Hostels in many of these same places. During her remaining weeks here with us, she was visited by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren from around the country. Just days after their 63rd anniversary, Jan said to her husband, "I don't want to leave you, but I'm ready to go." She spoke with each of her children to say goodbye. We didn't want you to leave, but go in peace, with our love, our blessings, and the knowledge that you remain forever in our hearts. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Les; her children, Bill, Cathy and Shari; grandchildren, Paul, Gaby, Nick and Lizzy; great-grandchildren Pasha and Shamon; and sister Sharon. She was preceded in death by her parents and her younger sister Marilynn. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 21, at 2:00 pm at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, 7050 Village Center Drive, Austin, TX 78731. Visitation on Thursday April 19 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home, 9700 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX 78750. Interment will be Monday, May 7 at 1:30 p.m. at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78209. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, or to the charity of your choice. Published in Austin American-Statesman

Ann Beasley Butler, ’52, of San Antonio died April 21 at age 87. Ann was born and raised in Alabama by her loving parents the Reverend and Mrs. Harvey Beasley. She attended Baylor University, where she met and married Ted Butler. Later she graduated from Trinity University with a B.A. then received her MA degree from U.T.S.A. She worked for the Texas Department of Human Resources as Program Director of Child Development and Training and later Program Director for the Aged and Disabled. Ann always said, however, that her greatest accomplishment was rearing her three children. She is survived by her children, Melinda (Lamont) Beckett, Richard (Tina) Butler, and Julie (Gus) Beck; her grandchildren, Clinton (Patricia) Butler, Dustin (Eleanor) Butler, August (Crystal) Beck , and Annie (Aric) Shuler; and by eleven great grandchildren. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 28, at 10 a.m. at Woodland Baptist Church, 15315 Huebner Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Woodland Baptist Church or the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the staff of the Laurels at Stone Oak for their attention and loving care. Published in Express-News

Mary Holdar Caton, BBA ’52, of Garden Ridge, TX, died March 3 at age 86. Born in Waco, Texas, she graduated valedictorian of her high school class of 1949, as well as being "Most Beautiful" in her senior year. She continued her education at Baylor University, and earned a bachelors degree, Magna Cum Laude, while receiving recognition as a "Baylor Beauty" and officer in several social clubs on campus. She married the love of her life, Ralph W. Caton, in 1952, and soon moved to Stanton, Texas, where he established a law practice. She worked diligently beside him, supporting his entry into a political career, first as County Attorney, and later as District Judge in Howard, Martin, and Glasscock Counties. Mary's intelligence, social graces, and ease in making friendships complemented and supported Ralph's position in the community. Whether it was church, social, or civic activity, the quiet southern lady offered her time generously and with passion. In 1986, they relocated to Garden Ridge. While he continued as a Senior Judge, Mary did what she did best...connecting and building friendships to endure. Once again, she involved herself in many local organizations, committees, and clubs while establishing meaningful relationships among residents in the area. Known by many as "Miss" Mary, she touched the lives of those around her. Her interests were wide and varying but always of benefit to others by advocating for animals, conservation, and gardening. Many spontaneous conversations with neighbors walking past her front garden occurred while she tirelessly "weeded" the flower beds. Mary was quick to offer a visit on the front porch and a cool drink to friends. As a multi-generation Wacoan, she taught the value of family through treasured photographs of her beloved grandfather and precious "Aunties", keeping them alive through touching stories and loving recollections. Her husband, Judge Ralph W. Caton, preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by a sister, Linda Holdar Prickette of Dallas. Mary cultivated a lovely garden of her own with husband, Ralph. They raised a daughter, Ann; and a son, Carl. Ann is married to Michael Gill, and they have two sons, Andrew and Stuart. Carl and wife, Kelli, enjoy their two adult children, Brooke and Chad. In her lifetime, Mary was further blessed by the birth of two beautiful great-granddaughters, Brooke and Tyler's sweet Alli, as well as Andrew and Colleen's precious Valerie. The family wishes to express appreciation to all of her friends for their loving kindness and support. A Memorial Service for Mary was held Friday, March 9, 2018. Published in Big Spring Herald

Charlene Harrison English, BA ’52, of Flower Mound, TX, died April 15 at age 87. She previously lived in Leesburg, VA and in Lewisville and Farmers Branch, TX. Charlene was born of Chester Mae and Leslie Clyde Harrison on December 30, 1930, in Ft Worth TX. She received her first degree in Elementary Education from Baylor University. She received her Master’s Degree of Special Education from North Texas State University and also was awarded a Certificate of Educational Administration. As the Director of Special Education for the Carrollton/Farmers Branch Independent School District, where she might be remembered as Charlene Sandifer, Charlene created programs for special needs students. These programs continue to serve thousands of students to this day. Charlene was a member of Webb Chapel United Methodist Church, and was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and followed football intently. Her hobbies included reading, sewing, cooking, and decorating. Charlene is pre-deceased by her brother Harry Harrison, and her husband, Leslie Foy English. She is survived by her three loving children: Dane Angus and his wife Angell of Lewisville, Leslyn Arnold and her husband Jonathan of Leesburg (VA), and Jennifer Miner of New Smyrna Beach (FL), 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was also very close to her sister-in-law Darlene Harrison, of Crowley, and to her son-in-law Phill Miner, of Lewisville. A time and place for a memorial service will be announced. She will be cremated and interred with her late Husband Leslie Foy English at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Wounded Warrior Project at https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org. Published by Dalton and Son

William Taylor “Bill” Harris, BBA ’52, of San Antonio died Feb. 23 at age 87. Bill Harris passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 23, 2018 after suffering a severe stroke at the age of 87. Born in Conway, Arkansas on March 10, 1930, Bill was the oldest living son of Ruth Taylor and Daniel Shoupe Harris. He was married first to Jayne Harris, then Rosalind Harris, and then Sherill Harris. Bill was predeceased by his loving wife Sherill, his brother Fred Harris and his sister Shirley Attebury. He is survived by his seven children - Jayne Lightfoot, Daniel Harris, Bobby Harris, Cheryl Harris, Stephen Harris, Nicolyn (Nicki) Harris, and Russell Harris - and his step-daughter Kelly Lane. He has about 21 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A graduate of Harlingen High School, he lettered in football, basketball, and track and held records for the high jump. Attending Baylor University on a basketball scholarship and receiving a B.B.A., Bill played in the Final Four and the team won the Southwest Conference Championship. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a First Lieutenant during the Korean War in Japan and played basketball as a Player/Coach for the Air Force. He worked in the insurance business and in commercial real estate. He was the President of Heritage Insurance Managers, the President of Eagle Life Insurance Company, and the President of Iron Horse RV, Inc. He was a partner/owner of the San Antonio Wings, a short-lived World Football League franchise. In retirement, he traveled the county in his giant RV. He drove to all 254 courthouses in Texas researching and photographing them, and he assembled an unpublished book. He was a volunteer park ranger in a National Park for many months. He taught history classes for a local retirement organization. He loved the Spurs. He watched the Olympics in Atlanta and saw every major Tennis Grand Slam. He cruised all over the world -through the Panama Canal, down the Mississippi River, through the English Channel, and more. He was active in his church. He had many hobbies including tennis, golf, basketball, hiking, bridge, bird watching, and he was a competitive ballroom dancer and played in the local Senior Olympics. He coached many of his children's sports teams. He had a great singing voice and could whistle any tune. He loved to sing and dance and find the sunny side of life. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Vitas Hospice Community Connection or the Alzheimer's Association in William Harris's name. A Memorial Service will be held at Concordia Lutheran Church in San Antonio on Sat., March 10, 2018 in the main Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. with a reception following the service. Family visitation will precede the service beginning 10:00 a.m. Published in Express-News

Dorothy E. Marley Harrison, BBA ’52, MSECO ’54, of Temple, TX, died Dec. 15, 2017, at age 95. Dorothy was born on June 26, 1922 in Mart to Scales P. and Ethel Burney Marley. She was a graduate of Mart High School and Draughon’s Business College in Dallas. Where she worked as a secretary and personal assistant for several business firms. She then moved back to her home in Mart and attended Baylor University in Waco. She was awarded a bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s degree in economics. She then went on to teach economics at Baylor until she married Ben F. Harrison, who was a locomotive engineer for the Santa Fe Rail Road in Temple. Dorothy then began teaching at the School of Business at Temple College until her retirement in 1987. She was a long time Member of Christ Episcopal Church in Temple. She was a caring and devoted wife and mother. She will be greatly missed by her chosen family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and beloved daughter, Sarah.

Those left to honor and cherish her memory are her nephews, Kenneth Marley of Wilmington, OK, Douglas Marley of Cypress, TX, Michael Sudderth of Port Aransas, TX; niece, Kasandra Wright of Bonham, TX; and her chosen family, Deborah Kedziora of Temple, TX, Ray, Rhonda, Elizabeth, and Alec Ochoa of Taylor, TX. Graveside services were held Monday, December 18, 2017 at Hillcrest Cemetery.

Beverly Maples Chancellor, BSHE ’53, of San Pedro, CA, died Jan. 13 at age 85.

Martha Belle Holland Conine, BA ’53, of Austin died Feb. 20 at age 85. Marty was born July 17, 1932 to Lan Morgan Holland and Minnie O’Dell Holland and grew up in McAllen with her sister and brothers. After their mother died unexpectedly when Marty was just two years old, she spent many summers with her Aunt Willie and Uncle Dewey in Rotan, Texas and later with her sister Doris and brother-in-law Bill in Monahans. She graduated from Baylor in 1953 and taught school in Galveston before moving to Midland in 1955. Marty loved Midland and lived there until last November. Known for her sweet and elegant demeanor, Marty was generous and kind to all. She also had a wonderful sense of humor. When her oldest niece would visit during the summer, Marty would buy an old-fashioned pinwheel, hold it out the window of the car and drive down the street singing Moon River at the top of her lungs, much to the delight of her niece. Marty took her nieces and their friends to see The Music Man many years ago and marched up and down the aisle of the movie theater during Seventy-Six Trombones, playing an imaginary trombone. She made every activity fun. Marty was a fiercely loyal friend and defender of her family. She was overjoyed when she became a mother to Nancy Lynn and was heartbroken when Nancy passed away in 2001. Marty taught English and speech before Nancy was born and again from 1997 until 2003. Ever the teacher, she felt compelled to correct blatant errors in grammar right up until she died. Marty was a member of First United Methodist Church in Midland and was active in the Junior League and Midland Community Theatre. Marty excelled at play readings and acting. Among her roles were the ghost Elvira in Blithe Spirit, and in 1963 she starred in Midland’s very own movie production of High Noon. Marty loved her monthly Chocoholics gatherings and frequent lunches with her treasured Midland friends. The highlight of every summer was the visit from her beloved granddaughters. She adored them and was so thankful to have living reminders of Nancy. Marty was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Nancy Conine Hester, her sister Doris Holland Parker and her brothers O’Dell Holland, John A Holland, and Nick Holland. She is survived by her granddaughters Jordyn and Jodi Hester of Superior, Colorado; sisters-in-law Clo Holland of El Paso and Joy Holland of Houston; nieces Marty Parker of Austin, Mary Parker of Austin, Cathy Holland of Coppell, Jenny Holland Miller (Clay) of Mandeville, Louisiana; and nephews Johnny Holland (Kathryn) of El Paso and Keith Holland of Georgetown. She also loved and was loved by her nieces’ and nephew’s 12 children and grandchildren. A celebration of Marty’s life will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Glass Chapel, First United Methodist Church in Midland. For those who wish, memorial donations to the charity of your choice will be greatly appreciated by Marty’s family.

Dr. William “Bill” Daniel Hillis, BS ’53, of Austin died April 26 at age 84. a longtime resident of Waco, passed away peacefully on the evening of April 26, 2018. Visitation will be at 10:30 AM, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, May 2, at Seventh and James Baptist Church of Waco, with the Rev. Erin Conaway officiating. Burial at Oakwood Cemetery will follow. Bill was born near Dardanelle, Arkansas, and then moved with his family to Fort Worth, Texas. He met his wife of nearly 65 years, Argye Briggs, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. They were married on December 23, 1952. Argye and Bill shared an adventurous life of science, medicine, and family, as they traveled across the world, living in Baltimore, Maryland; Copenhagen, Denmark; San Antonio, Texas, Covington, Louisiana; St. Johns, Florida; the Congo; Calcutta, India; Waco, Texas; and finally Austin, Texas, where Argye passed away in 2017. Bill attended his beloved Baylor University, majoring in Chemistry, before he completed his medical training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He was in the AFROTC program at Baylor, and later rose to the rank of Colonel in the Air Force Reserves. Argye and Bill had three children, William Daniel (Danny), David Mark, and Argye Elizabeth (Beth), who were born in Baltimore and in Copenhagen, Denmark. Bill was a virologist, who discovered the first primate model for Hepatitis B, a key to developing an effective vaccine, while raising their children in the Congo during a revolution. He continued his virology career in Calcutta, India, before returning to Johns Hopkins in 1970 to resume his career in clinical medicine. He became a respected nephrologist and epidemiologist, and was the first Director of the internationally acclaimed Moore Clinic at Johns Hopkins. In 1981, they returned to Baylor where Bill became the Cornelia Marschall Smith Distinguished Professor of Biology. He chaired Baylor’s Biology Department and later became Baylor’s Executive Vice President and then Vice President of Student Life. He was devoted to teaching and led summer programs for Baylor in London and Maastricht, Netherlands. In Waco, Bill was a member of Seventh and James Baptist Church, where he sang in the choir. In 2012, Argye and Bill moved to Austin to be closer to members of his family, while maintaining their deep friendships in Waco. Bill was loved and admired, not only by his wife, his three children, and six grandchildren, but also by his many friends, colleagues, and relatives throughout the world. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the William and Argye Hillis Scholars in Biomedical Science Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Baylor University, 76798-7344.

Betty Ross “BR” Kelley, BA ’53, of Providence Village, TX, died March 3 at age 86. born on April 26, 1931 in Baptist Memorial Hospital, Houston, Texas to Garnet and Elizabeth Jackson. She graduated from San Jacinto High School Houston in 1949 and Baylor University in 1953.

 She was an active member of South Main Baptist Church for 48 years from the time enrolled in the Cradle Roll until she moved to Wharton.  She was employed as Church Staff Receptionist at South Main for many years as well as volunteering as choir member, committee member, and mission activities. In 1979, BR moved to Wharton after marrying Louis Preisler. During her years in Wharton, she worked as church secretary as well as volunteering as Wedding Coordinator, Church Clerk, General Sunday School Secretary, Choir member, committee member, and mission activities. She served Texas Baptists through the Baptist General Convention of Texas as a member of the State Missions Commission, Theological Education Committee, and Board of Directors for The Baptist Standard. Louis died in July 2008. BR married James Kelley on October 17, 2009. BR’s hobbies included all kinds of puzzles: jigsaw, crosswords, Sudoku, and card games.  She thoroughly enjoyed cooking and collecting cookbooks. Preceding her in death are her parents and sister, Jo Stevens. BR is survived by her husband, James Kelley; brother-in-law John Stevens; nephews: Randy and Scott (Robin) Stevens; nieces: Kristin Knutson (David), Dawn Embry, Diane Kirkland, Debra Vogel (Joe); stepchildren: Glen Preisler (Lori), Sharon Shafer, Judy Leber (Fred), Dennis Kelley (Melinda); numerous great nephews and nieces; “Love Son” David (Susie) Hill. 

Richard Thomas Moody, BA ’53, of Ennis, TX, died Feb. 27 at age 87. 

Obert Aga, BA ’54, of Angleton, TX, died March 9 at age 94. He was born August 7, 1923 to Tonnes Tharaldson Aga and Tillie Larson Aga in Grenora, North Dakota. He was very proud of his Viking Ancestry with his family roots going to Aga, Norway.  He was the oldest of 7 children-six brothers and one sister.    At 14 years old, his father died and he quit school to work full time to support the family.  He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1945, aboard the USS Cleveland.  He later returned in 1947 and served until 1952 in the Naval Reserve.  After the Korean War, he returned to high school and went on to Baylor University and graduated as a teacher.  He taught approximately 30 years with Weslaco High School.  After retirement, he continued to substitute teach at Angleton High School and work part time at Kroger.  He was a man who could fix anything and was always working multiple jobs.  He was also a member of the VFW, Toastmasters, Texas State Teachers Association among other groups.  He is survived by his youngest brother Alton Aga and youngest sibling sister Margaret Aga, two step children-Paul Leach (Donna), Lillian Cooper (Gary), 6 grandchildren-Scott Cooper, Harley Leach, Eddie Leach, Kimberly Hinchman and Clayton Hinchman, Lisa Lethco and 16 great grandchildren, and two very special nephews-Neil and Lloyd Aga. Private services will be held at Paul Leach’s ranch.

Ladelle Dennis Bisel, BA ’54, of Houston died March 26 at age 84. Our beloved and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend touched all of our hearts in many meaningful ways and will be missed and remembered forever. She believed in positive thinking, optimism, and finding your own creative way. She believed there was a creative solution to any problem. She respected every individual's dignity and worth as a fellow human being. A graduate of Baylor University, she was an exceptional artist, a third grade teacher, and a creative art teacher. She exhibited her own artwork in juried shows and was a member of the Art League of Houston. She spent a great deal of time drawing, writing poetry, reading philosophy, Jungian psychology and comparative religion. She loved learning. She served on the Sage Council at the C.G. Jung Education Center. She was a Master Programmer in Neuro Linguistic Programming. For many years, she did volunteer artwork for the Houston Independent School District and was named Honorary H.I.S.D. School Board Member. She was a volunteer clown in children's hospitals. 

She is survived by her loving husband, Gordon L. Bisel; daughter, Becki Brickwedde and husband Axel; son, Chris Bisel and wife Jamie; and grandchildren, Reagan and Devon Bisel. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on April 10, 2018, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 5501 Main Street, Houston, TX 77004. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made, in Ladelle Bisel's honor, to the Alzheimer's Association, 6055 S Loop East at Long Drive, Houston, TX 77087. The family wishes to thank the caring and compassionate staff at Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services, as well as Ladelle's loving caregivers, Theresa, Kelly, Audrey, Eva, and Lillie. Published in Houston Chronicle

Clint Cunningham Blackman Jr., BBA ’54, died Feb. 24 in Corpus Christi, TX. He was 86. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Hughes Blackman, two sons, Clint III (Judy), and Christopher (Diana), granddaughters Candace Hines (Clinton) and Jen Lavelle (Kevin), as well as three great-grandsons, whom he adored, Brock and Cory Hines and Jack Lavelle. In addition, he leaves behind many cherished members of his extended family as well as dear friends. Clint was born July 2, 1931, in Austin, Texas. He was a proud graduate of Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where he earned his BA in Business and met his future wife, who was also a student at Baylor. After a tour of duty in the Air Force, Clint moved his family to Longview, Texas, and started making his mark. He pioneered self-service gas stations in East Texas and created the Thrifty Man chain of convenience stores, among other business developments and interests. He learned to fly so that he could expand his chain of gas stations to his beloved Texas Gulf Coast. He was invited to speak to business students at the University of Texas in Austin about his extensive career as an entrepreneur. In 2004, Clint and Shirley moved to Rockport, Texas, and opened Austin Street Gallery, which they operated for 10 years. Clint had a lifelong love of “big water,” sailing, power boats, and fishing. He loved to sit on the back porch at their home in Rockport and look out at the water. A memorial service will take place at on Monday, March 5, 2018, at 1pm, at St. Peter by the Sea Episcopal Church, 555 Enterprise, Rockport, Texas. A reception at the church celebrating Clint’s life will follow directly after the service. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Clint’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association of America. 

Ralph Miles, BBA ’54, of Rockwall, TX, died April 24 at the home of his daughter where he lived for the past 6 years. He was 84. "Hard working hands are now at rest." Ralph Miles, 84, of Dallas, Texas passed away in Rockwall, Texas He was born in Jefferson County, Texas on July 19, 1933. Ralph grew up in Port Arthur, Texas, graduated from Baylor University and served in the United States Army. He was better known around Dallas as "The little man at the mail center on Samuell Blvd" where he owned and operated the company for many years and was a member of First Baptist Church of Dallas. Ralph was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Barbara Miles and Granddaughter, Raquel. He is survived by his son, Chris Miles and wife, Beverly and daughter, Lori Nalley and husband, Michael; grandchildren, Jack, Dawson, Michael and Kimmie and 5 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 12pm at Grove Hill Memorial Park. Published in Dallas Morning News

Bobbye Jean Northen, ’54, of Shreveport, LA, died Feb. 16 at age 83.

Dr. Kenneth Blake Pearce, BA ’54, of Fort Worth, TX, died Feb. 12 at age 86. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: 10 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Holy Family Catholic Church. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Friday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole where a Rosary will begin at 5 p.m. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made payable to the TCC Foundation, 1500 Houston, Fort Worth, TX 76102, designated to the Kenneth Blake Pearce, M.D. Nursing Scholarship. Ken, "Spec" as he was known to friends, lived a life legends are made of. Born November 18, 1931 in Crane, Texas to Joseph Segal Pearce and Mittie Priscilla Pearce. He was the youngest of five children. The family later moved to Waco. There he was a member of the Waco High State Champions Football team, a Texas Relays champion runner, as well as a Golden Gloves welterweight champion. Following graduation from Waco High School, Ken played football at Arlington State before finishing his degree at Baylor University. While in school he worked at his family's oil company, Hudson Oil. After college, he attended Tulane University where he earned his Medical Degree as well as a Masters in Pharmacology. It was there that he met and married the love of his life, Nancy Adele Maguire. During medical school and residency in Wichita, Kansas, Ken and Nancy had six girls in five years, Anne, Brenda, Nancy, Dede, Mary and Blake. The family settled in Fort Worth, where Ken started practice as an Anesthesiologist and had resided until his death. During his career, Dr. Pearce served as Chief of Staff and a Board of Trustee at Huguley Medical Center and Chief of Anesthesia at All Saints Hospital. He was a member of the American Medical Association, the Texas Medical Association, the Tarrant County Medical Association, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, and the Texas Society of Anesthesia. He was an avid golfer, made three hole-in-one shots and played regularly with golfing great and good friend Ben Hogan. He also served as Board of Governors at Shady Oaks Country Club and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution and Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. In addition to taking tremendous joy in raising his daughters with his beautiful wife, he spent much of his time quietly giving back to others in the community. He put twenty people through school, many single parents. He did this without telling anyone. When asked by a student why he offered to do this, he responded "because you deserve the ability to go make something of yourself." He had a wonderful sense of humor and a signature laugh. Ken cherished his time with his many grandchildren, and was always available for a life lesson or ride on his red Rolls Royce golf-cart. His strong character and love will remain a lasting legacy on those he touched while he was here. Ken is preceded in death by his parents Mr. Joseph and Mrs. Mittie Pearce; siblings Mr. Joseph Pearce Jr., Mrs. Midge Hill, Mrs. Clara Pace; and two beautiful daughters who were taken too early, Brenda Pearce, and her twin, Nancy Pearce. SURVIVORS: He is survived by his wife, Nancy; four daughters and their families, Mrs. Anne and Dr. James Reeves of Oklahoma City, Okla., Mrs. Susan "Dede" and Dr. Todd Samuelson of Fort Worth, TX, Mrs. Mary and Mr. Paul Lea, Esq. of Covington, LA, Mrs. Nancy "Blake" and Dr. Andrew Quinn of Houston, TX; sister Mrs. Louise Carlisle; 11 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren. Published in Star-Telegram

Tommie Bunting Pigg, BA ’54, of Richardson, TX, died March 7 at age 84. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 23 at 11 a.m., Canyon Creek Presbyterian Church, 3901 North Star Road, Richardson, TX. A reception will follow. She was born Tommie Catherine Bunting Oct. 5, 1933 in Bryan, graduated Stephen F. Austin High School in 1951, and Baylor University with a BA in Education in 1954. She returned home to marry her high-school sweetheart, James Calvin Pigg, also of Bryan. They were married 63 years before she lost her valiant four-year fight with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer. Tommie was the daughter of William David and Dorothy Bunting. Her father served as Brazos County School Superintendent and was instrumental in desegregating county schools. Tommie began her own career teaching third grade at Crockett Elementary where her first class saved pennies to buy her a tiny box of glass animals. She kept that little box of animals until the day she died. She had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel to the mountains. She loved sitting home with Calvin in front of a fire on a cold night. To know Tommie was to know a soft-pillow hug and a radiant smile. "She was so enthusiastic," writes friend and author Tim Sandlin. "The little things excited her. She loved without question." Tommie is survived by her husband, James Calvin Pigg, her younger brother William David Bunting, Jr., and his wife Joyce, her daughter Deborah Pigg Bedford, and her husband Jack, her son James Calvin Pigg, Jr., and her grandchildren Jeffrey Taylor Bedford, Avery Elizabeth Bedford and Cooper James Pigg. She is also survived by nieces and a nephew she dearly loved, Laurie Bunting Weesner, Amy Bunting Storrie and William Clayton Bunting. Memorial gifts can be sent in her honor to St. Labre Indian School, 1000 Tongue River Road, Ashland MT 59003, give.stlabre.org. Gifts can also be sent to her church, address above, 75082.

Dr. William H. Preston Jr., BA ’54, of Booneville, MS, died April 23 at age 85. He was born in Nashville, TN on August 31, 1932 to the late William Hall and Nancy Elizabeth Roebuck Preston. In Nashville, Dr. Preston attended Peabody Demonstration School (now the University School of Nashville) where he excelled in baseball, football, and basketball and was class president in his junior and senior years. After high school he went to Peabody College. In 1954 he graduated from Baylor University in Waco, TX where he received a bachelor's degree. He then went on to attend the University Of Tennessee School Of Medicine in Memphis, TN where he received his M.D. in 1959. William served his internship in 1960 on the George Washington University Service at D.C. General Hospital in Washington, D.C. From 1961 to 1964 he was an OBGYN resident at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN. He then went on to Case Western Reserve University Hospital in 1964 where he was a special resident in obstetric anesthesia. Dr. Preston practiced Obstetrics and Gynecology for 54 years in Booneville, MS. He brought thousands of babies into the world and cared for countless patients from his city and the surrounding area. He truly loved the practice of medicine. He was a 40-year board member of Baptist Memorial Hospital, an institution that was dear to his heart for his entire career. William served on the executive committee from 1970 to 1996 and as chairman from 1980-81 and from 1987-88. He was the first board chairman of the Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences from 1995 to 2002. An avid member of the Rotary Club since January of 1956, he had perfect attendance for 50 years. He served in multiple roles over the years, including club president and district governor. He received the honor of being named a Paul Harris Fellow and also named to the Rotary International Hall of Fame. He was a champion for public education in his community. He served on the Board of Trustees for Tupelo Symphony and was an advisor and volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Booneville where he served as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and past president of the choir. Visitation is scheduled from 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. Monday April 30, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Booneville. A celebration of William Hall Preston Jr.'s life will be held at 1:00 P.M April 30, 2018 at First Baptist Church officiated by Bill Sherman. Pallbearers include James Grantham, Anderson Preston, Edward Hill, M.D., John Stanford, Brad Walden, Ann Floyd, Jason Nix, Frank Gattuso, and Billy Smart. Honorary pallbearers include Tommy Alexander, M.D., Swan Burrus, M.D., the Rotary Club of Booneville, and the medical staff of Baptist Memorial Hospital - Booneville. Interment will follow at Booneville Cemetery. Those left to honor William's memory include his wife of 60 years: Jane Anderson Preston of Booneville, MS; Son: William Anderson Preston M.D. and wife Kimberly of Jackson, TN; Brother: John Preston and wife Sara of Farmington, NM; grandchildren: William Anderson Preston Jr. and Abigail Paige Preston; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister: Miriam Preston Collins and husband Dr. Perryman Collins. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Baptist Memorial Healthcare Foundation 350 N. Humphreys Blvd Memphis, TN 38120, the Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences 1003 Monroe Ave, Memphis, TN 38104, Baylor University - Waco, TX 1311 S. 5th Street, Waco, TX 76798, or Bill Glass Behind The Walls 1101 S. Cedar Ridge Duncanville, TX 75137. Magnolia Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of William Hall Preston Jr. M.D. Online condolences may be expressed at magnoliafuneralhome.net. Published in The Daily Journal

Marilyn V. Green Sullivan, ’54, of Waco died March 16 at age 86, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., March 31, at Crestview Church of Christ, 7129 Delhi Road, Woodway, TX 76712. On July 15, 1931, Marilyn was born to William Vastine Green and Aletha Elizabeth Sneed in Mayfield, Kentucky. After high school, she attended Murray State College in Murrary, Kentucky. Marilyn graduated in 1953 with a degree in education. She was a cheerleader and member of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. Marilyn taught physical education after college for several years before jetting off to New York City to be a flight attendant with American Airlines. After several years in New York, she transferred to Dallas, where she met the love of her life, Mickey Sullivan. They were wed on October 13, 1957, six months after meeting, and were married for 54 years. Marilyn liked playing bridge, was a talented seamstress, enjoyed traveling, was an avid reader, and loved Baylor baseball. She volunteered for many organizations, including Meals on Wheels and the American Cancer Society. A member at Crestview Church of Christ for over 50 years, she taught Sunday school and ladies Bible study and volunteered with Friends Speak. Marilyn was known by everyone for her positive outlook on life. She perfected the art of enjoying the moment and never complained. Marilyn found ultimate joy knowing her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ lived in her heart. Her family and friends will remember her well as an example of how to approach each day with an open and giving heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vastine and Aletha Green; and husband, Mickey Sullivan. She is survived by her son, Vince Sullivan; daughter, Tina Proffitt and husband, Loyal Proffitt; grandchildren, Cameron Proffitt-Hill and husband, Cody Hill, Carson Proffitt, Beau Sullivan, Jaxon Sullivan, Layne Sullivan, and Michael Oualaalou; and daughter-in-law, Michele Benninger. Also a special thanks to Marilyn's caregiver Nell Love, as well as the members of Crestview Church of Christ for meals, visits, and support. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Crestview Church of Christ or the American Cancer Society.

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Martha Ann Matthews Albright, BA ’55, of Arlington, TX, died Feb. 28 at age 83. 

Lt. Col. Duane F. Alexander, BS ’55, of Janesville, WI, died Jan. 17 at age 99. Duane was born on July 22,1918 in New Glarus as the youngest of six children to Davis and Della Alexander. He enlisted in the Wisconsin Army National Guard in 1936. He married Bette Van Etten in 1938. Duane began working for the Wisconsin State Journal, but was later mobilized for one year of active duty training at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. While he was there, Bette gave birth to their son, Ron, in Madison. Just prior to completion of that training the United States entered World War II, so Duane was extended on active duty for the duration and deployed to the Pacific theater. During his service in the Pacific, Duane became a warrant officer, and later a commissioned officer. Following the war he remained on active duty and served in numerous duty locations, to include Battle Creek, Michigan where their daughter Suzanne was born.

Duane retired from the army in 1962 and immediately became the business manager of the Janesville Medical Center. Bette later passed away in 1971. Duane subsequently met and married Lorraine Gray in 1972. He retired from the Janesville Medical Center in 1977 and they moved to Arizona to pursue his passion for golf. They returned to Janesville in 2003 to be near family.

Duane is survived by his son Ron (Lisa) Alexander, daughter Suzanne (Brian) Gray, step-daughter Barbara Clem; grandchildren Tim Weir, Mike (Jamie) Alexander, Amy (Ryan Clark) Eckert, Chris (Carrie) Weir, Patty (Dan) Ratterman, Eric (Cheryl) Thornton, and Cory (Sarah) Weir; 17 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, wives Bette and Lorraine, and step-son-in-law Bob Clem. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday January 27, 2018 at the Cedar Crest chapel, with a reception to follow at Cedar Crest. Chaplain John Froiland will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Duane’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to ECHO at 65 S. High St, Janesville, WI 53548 or Badger Honor Flight, Inc. at PO Box 258066, Madison, WI 53725. The family would like to thank Heather Dorn and all the rest of the staff at Cedar Crest as well as Agrace Hospice Care for their attentive care. SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY is assisting the family.

Richard “Dick” Lee Berry, BA ’55, of Dallas died Feb. 7 at age 84. was born October 7, 1933 in Charleston, South Carolina, to Harriett Reeder Clarke Berry and Elmer Alexander Berry.  His mother remarried in 1941 to William J. (Wimpy) Wulbern, who helped raised Dick and brother Don during formative years. In 1951 he graduated from Rivers High School in Charleston then attended Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He was the first in his family to go to college. While at Baylor, he was a yell leader with his younger brother Don, and graduated with a BA in 1955. After Baylor, he joined the Navy and was commissioned in 1956, and awarded his Navy wings in Beeville, Texas in 1956. Providentially, Dick met Mary Jane Richards, a Baylor Freshman, at a revival in San Antonio in 1956.  They were married June 14, 1957, at Alamo Heights Baptist Church, San Antonio, Texas, where her father, Dr. Mark H. Richards, was pastor. Navy life took them to Jacksonville, FL, Philadephia, PA and Columbia, MO.   During these years the family added 4 children, Richard Michael (Mike), Jon Mark (Mark), Janet Lynn (Lynn), and Jeffrey Christopher (Jeff).  Dick also was on an extended Naval cruise aboard the USS Forrestal with operations in the Mediterranean. Dick joined Braniff International Airways in 1966 and the family moved to Dallas, Texas. The family joined First Baptist Church and were active members for many years, with Dick active in teaching Sunday school and in church leadership.  They later attended Reinhardt Bible, and then Dallas Bible church.  He was active as a dad with coaching sports teams as well as participating in the Boy Scouts for many years which brought him great joy.  He loved cycling, outdoor activities, woodworking and Military History. As the family was launching its oldest to college, another daughter was born, Rebekah Nealie (Rebekah) Berry.  Rebekah was born with Down Syndrome, and was received into the family as a gift from God, and Dick was very tender with her for many years. After Braniff, Dick flew for Continental until his retirement in 2002.  He continued living in Dallas, and spent his retirement years in Dallas, though they were complicated by a Parkinson-like condition which left him bedridden for the last 4 years of his life, a condition which he endured with courage, patience and long-suffering until his death on February 7, 2018. Dick is survived by wife, Mary Jane Richards Berry, 5 children, their spouses, and 16 grandchildren, and one great grandson. Mike (Sarah) Berry, and his 2 sons: Ian and Nathan Berry of Dallas; Mark (Sue) Berry, and their 7 children:  Christian, Grace, Daniel, Luke, Daniel, Mary Faith, Shepard, Hope Berry of San Antonio; Lynn Berry Landes Krueger (Mike Krueger), and her 4 children:  Katie Landes McGuire (Cody), Chandler, Caleb, and Carson Landes of Dallas; great grandson Landen McGuire;Jeff Berry and his 3 children: Trevor, Reagan, and Brooke Berry of Dallas; Rebekah Berry, Dallas; Brother, Don Berry, Waco TX, and sister Nancy Dowdy, Charleston, SC. Funeral Service will be held at North Dallas Funeral Home, 2710 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch 75234, on Monday, February 19^th, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be given to Finishing Well Ministries (finishingwellministries.org) or Entrust Ministries (entrust4.org /Ronnie Stevens).

John Maxwell Burket Jr., BA ’55, MS ’60, of Tyler, TX, died Feb. 21 at age 84. John, often known as "Tykie" by his long-time friends and relatives, was born on April 8, 1933, in San Antonio, Texas and graduated from Alamo Heights High School in 1951. He studied geology at Baylor University, receiving a bachelor's degree in 1955 and later a master's degree. He married his beloved Doris Morgan in 1956, who preceded him in passing in 2003. John enjoyed a long career of teaching. He began as a professor at Texarkana College for several years and continued at Tyler Junior College (TJC) for more than 35 years, retiring in 1996. As a professor of geology, he saw many students come through TJC and enjoyed imparting the knowledge of geology, from the science of the rocks to the wonder of the dinosaurs that roamed the earth. To family, friends and students, John was known for his great storytelling. He was a very outgoing and personable individual, and he absolutely loved engaging in conversations and sharing stories with those around him. His faith was very important to him, as John was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tyler for many years, joining the Green Acres Baptist Church of Tyler in his later years. John is survived by his brother Steve Burket and wife Alice of Tyler, his daughter Kay Gilbert and husband Todd of Tyler, his son Morgan Burket and wife Julie of College Station, and granddaughter Melissa Burket of College Station. Online condolences may be left at www.burkswalkertippit.com.

Patricia Jack Driver, BBA ’55, of Conroe, TX, died Feb. 9 at age 84, surrounded by her loving husband and family. We take comfort in knowing that she is at peace and rejoicing in Heaven with her family and friends. Pat was born and reared in Quanah, Texas. She attended Quanah High School, class of 1951. She went on to attend Baylor University, class of 1955, and graduated Cum Laude with a Degree in Accounting. Shortly after graduation, she married her hometown sweetheart, Elvis Doyle Driver. They recently celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary. On her life's journey, Pat called several places in Texas "Home", including Quanah, Waco, Lubbock, Corpus Christi, Sherman, Lakeway and Conroe. She also loved living overseas in London and Singapore. Professionally, she taught high school short hand, held accounting positions with CPA firms and helped run the family Insurance Agency. Personally, she was a wonderful wife and mother, as well as a doting "GaGa" to her 5 amazing grandchildren. Pat loved Doyle's home cooking, the Cowboys and the Astros, hunting, fishing and playing baseball, especially with her father, Jack. She had a passion for traveling and making lifelong friends wherever she ventured. Her love of good competition led Pat to win a Women's 9 Hole Golf Championship in her local country club. Never shying away from anything, she met every challenge head on. A perfect example was learning to drive a stick shift on the "wrong" side of the road while living in England. Pat was the ultimate vacation planner, taxi driver, little league baseball coach, cheerleader, grammar wizard, grandchild babysitter and make up model! During Patricia's final days, she was surrounded by her loving family: Her devoted husband, Elvis Doyle Driver, two loving sons, Derek Driver (Amy Driver) and Tony Driver (Dennis Maloney). She was blessed to have five adoring grandchildren: Tate, Teddi, Natalie, Davis and Summer. She was greeted in Heaven by her mother and father, Dolly Perryman Brazil and John Thomas Brazil (Jack). Helping to celebrate her Life, her wonderful nieces, nephews and cousins will also be attending her service. The Celebration of Her Life will be at the First Baptist Church, Quanah, Texas, 601 S. Main Street at 1pm Saturday, February 24, 2018, with Dr. David Smith officiating. Her viewing will be from noon until 1pm that same day. Interment will immediately follow her service at the Quanah Memorial Cemetery. Special thanks to Kathi and Mike Beimer, Janis Singletary and Lyndi Shadbolt for their help in planning Pat's Life Celebration. All Heaven rejoices today! Our Patricia is finally home! Published on yourconroenews.com 

Hon. Walter M. Holcombe, BBA ’55, of League City, TX, died March 26 at age 84. Walter was born in Iraan, Texas, on June 22, 1933, and raised in Pecos. He graduated from Baylor University, served in the US Air Force, and later received a law degree from St. Mary's University. He was a longtime attorney, serving as County Attorney, District Attorney, County

Court-at-Law Judge, as well as US Magistrate. He is preceded in death by his former wife, June Daugherty. He is also preceded in death by his previous wives, Yvonne Holcombe and Martha Holcombe. Walter is survived by his wife Sharon Holcombe of League City, Texas; his children, Merry Spencer of Waterloo, Illinois; Yvonna Johnson and her husband, Scott, of League City and Pecos, Texas; and Walt Holcombe of Los Angeles, California; sisters, Nora Gray and her husband, DeVearle, of Kerrville, Texas; Martha Martin of Midland, Texas; Florence Cummings of San Angelo, Texas; and Patty Montgomery and her husband, Dudley, of Lubbock, Texas. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. Visitation will be held on Monday April 2, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at Pecos Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church on Tuesday, April 3,2018 at 2:00 PM. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Mt. Evergreen Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to American Diabetes Association, National Hospice Foundation or West of the Pecos Museum. Arrangements are being taken care of by Pecos Funeral Home. To sign the guest book go to www.pecosfuneralhome.com. Published in Odessa American

Toye Holland, MSEd ’55, of Waco died April 20 at age 89.

Dr. Calle LaVeta Ligon, MA ’55, of Johnson City, TN, died March 10 at age 92. 

Col. Franklin Delano Peschel, BBA ’55, died April 4 at age 84. Colonel Franklin Delano Peschel, USAF Retired, died on April 4, 2018, at the age of 84. He was born in Holland, Texas, on July 4, 1933, to Louis and Hedwig "Hattie" Beyer Peschel, and grew up in Granger, Texas. Franklin met the love of his life, Marjorie Alma Bachmeyer, in 1956 and they traveled the world together. They were married for almost 61 years and have four children. It is only fitting that Franklin shared his birthday, July 4, with our nation as he spent his entire life proudly serving and defending the principles and freedoms of the United States, rising to the rank of Colonel in the United States Air Force. Franklin is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Marjorie Peschel, daughter Darbey (Richard) Wehrle, son Derek (Kathleen) Peschel, son Daron (Susie) Peschel, daughter Deena (Mark) Evans, and seven grand children: Evan (Caitlin), Megan, Brooke, Kiley, Bailey, Ainsley, and Emma; and numerous other close family members and special friends. Visitation will be held April 23, 6:00 to 8:00 pm and a celebration of Franklin's life will be held April 24 at noon, both at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway. Condolences may be offered at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.Published in Express-News 

R. Norris Rose, BA ’55, of Durango, CO, died Jan. 26 at age 84. R. Norris Rose went home to be with his Lord Fri, Jan. 26, 2018. He was a devoted husband of 61 years to the love of his life, Nelda, and a wonderful father to Dayna, Don and Laurie. He took great delight in his 4 grandchildren: Sherie, David, Ian, and Rob, and his great-grandchildren. He was an avid skier and hiker and loved most sports, playing and coaching baseball and football. He was especially fond of music, singing with the Durango Choral Society and doing some choir directing as well.

Norris was known for his generous and giving spirit, and lived out his Christianity by helping others in need as much as he could... shoveling snow, driving cancer patients to treatment, working with the handicap ski program, etc. Norris loved his country and served it well as a Lt. Colonel in the Air Force, then Air National Guard. He was born March 17, 1933 and always looked forward to his St. Patrick's Day birthday celebration with green cake! He will be missed... but we will see him again! A memorial service will be held Fri, Feb. 2, 2018 at 1st United Methodist Church of Durango at 11:00am. Published in The Durango Herald

Marion S. Smith, BA ’55, of Asheboro, NC, died March 16 at age 86. Mr. Smith was born in Augusta, Ga., on Feb. 8, 1932, to Charles and Rozella McManus Smith. He was a graduate of Truett-McConnell College in Cleveland, Ga., and Baylor University in Waco, Texas, received his Bachelor’s in Divinity from Southeastern Seminary and received his Master’s in Social Work from UNC-Chapel Hill. Marion was retired as Director of the Randolph County Department of Social Services, where he served from 1962-1994.

He was the first manager of any Randolph County agency to hire an African-American employee. He helped to establish the Mental Health Board of Randolph County and was a longtime member of the board of the Ferree Educational Fund.

Marion was also a United Church of Christ Minister. He formerly pastored at the St. Andrews United Church of Christ in Lexington, Happy Home United Church of Christ in Ruffin, First Congregational Christian Church in High Point, and First United Church of Christ in Liberty. He loved to research and study for his sermons.

Marion was formerly employed with Pugh Funeral Home as a greeter. Marion received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award from Governor James Hunt. He was a longtime Democrat, a member of the Optimist Club and Toastmasters. He was a caring father, an avid fan of the Washington Redskins, American Legion Baseball and the Asheboro Copperheads.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Moyer Smith; daughter, Deborah Allen of Liberty; sons, Barry Wayne Smith of Ramseur and Douglas Stevens of Franklinton; stepsons, Daniel Griffith and wife Tallie of Raleigh and Doug Griffith and wife Sarah of Statesville; grandchildren, Noah Hudson, Edward Griffith, Elizabeth Griffith, Wilson Rogers, Emma Rogers, Melissa Kirkendall, Renee Morgan, Shannon Freeman, and Amanda Smith; great-grandchildren, Clayton Morgan, Sage Brower, Ivy Brower, and Janna Brower; and sister, Charlene Smith Ross of Winfield, Mo.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 18, from 6-8 p.m. at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Ave. in Asheboro.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 19, at 11 a.m. at the First E&R United Church of Christ, 221 Cliff Road in Asheboro, with the Rev. Lance Perry officiating.

Memorials may be made to First E&R United Church of Christ, 221 Cliff Road, Asheboro, NC 27203; and to The Voice of the Martyrs, 1815 SE Bison Road, Bartlesville, OK 74006.

Please share remembrances and condolences at www.pughfuneralhome.com.

Lloyd W. Wilson, BS ’55, of Longview, TX, died Feb. 22 at age 85. He was born on October 1, 1932 and passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2018. He graduated with honors from La Vega High School, Baylor University, Abilene Christian University and earned an MBA from the University of Dallas. Memorials may be made to Pine Tree Lodge, 2711 Pine Tree Rd., Longview, TX 75604 or Heartsway Hospice, 4351 Mccann Rd, Longview, TX 75604.

Dr. Leland Stanford Fox, BM ’56, MM ’57, of Natchez and Oxford, MS, and New York City, died Feb. 20 at age 87. Born in Worcester, MA, he was Professor of Music, Director of Opera and Associate Dean at the University of Mississippi. He had 2 degrees from Baylor University and a Ph.D. from Florida State University. He started his career as a chorister in the St. James Boys Choir in NYC. He sang from the time he was nine years old until he was 16, after winning a city-wide singing contest promoting war bonds. Orphaned at 16, he charted his own course. He was a singing waiter and auditioned for the original cast of South Pacific. After working for Good Housekeeping, he was drafted and stationed in Texas, where he lived for 10 years. He met his wife of 53 years, Wanda Nelson, at Baylor. They first sang together in Madame Butterfly. He was a tenor. He sang and conducted music across the country. His favorites included Handel's Messiah, Gilbert and Sullivan operas, and Danny Boy. He was the choir director at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Oxford for 20 years. He completed his 75th year of singing in choirs at Trinity Episcopal Church in Natchez. He was President of the National Opera Association and founding editor of the Opera Journal. At Ole Miss he started Summer Showcase, directing musicals for the community. He directed and sang in many operas and was true to his calling as a singer, conductor and educator. He also taught music at Baylor, the University of Oklahoma, and Pensacola Junior College, where he discovered his love of the beach. He was an avid reader, a gentleman and an example to many. He often led sing-alongs, especially on St. Patrick's Day. He is survived by his 2nd wife of nine years, Emily Crews Fox, his children Megan Knox (Gina Ardoin) of Lake Charles, LA and Kevin Fox (Margo) of Austin, TX, and his beloved grandchildren, Noah and Kyra. A memorial service will be held at St. Peter's, Oxford on Friday, March 16 at 1 pm. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the church. There will be a Choral Evensong service at Trinity Natchez on Sunday, March 18 at 5:30 pm. Local arrangements are under the direction of Laird Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Peter's, 113 South 9th St., Oxford, MS 38655 or the Trinity Episcopal Church Choral Scholarship Fund, 305 South Commerce St., Natchez, MS 39120. Online condolences may be sent to the family at lairdfh.com. Published in The Daily Journal

Dr. Jim Lee Rogers, BA ’56, of Rome, GA, died April 25 in Winchester, Tenn. He was 82. Dr. Rogers was born in Waco, Ga. on May 10, 1935, son of the late Luna Lafayette Rogers and the late Susan Florine Pollard Rogers. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Ken and Max Rogers. Dr. Rogers was a graduate of Waco High School, finishing when he was 15 years old. Upon graduating and working for a while, he left for Waco, Texas and enrolled in Baylor University, pursuing a degree in Radio and Communications. After graduation from Baylor, he took a different path. He began his journey in medicine when he enrolled at the University of Georgia for his Chemistry Degree. Upon completion, he began his studies at the Medical College of Georgia. After graduating from medical school, he came to Rome and served a year internship at Floyd Hospital. Then, his military obligation began and he served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force. Honorably discharged as a Captain, his duties included the medical well-being of several Generals, including having examined former President General Dwight D. Eisenhower. After his discharge, he began his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. For nine years, he practiced in Madisonville, Ky. at the Trover Clinic before returning to Rome in 1976. He set up his practice here and founded the Northwest Georgia Ob/Gyn Clinic, retiring from his practice in 1999. Upon his retirement, he purchased J. Supply Company here in Rome, which his family continues to own and operate today. Dr. Rogers served on the Medical Executive Committee at Redmond Park Hospital from 1981 until 1982 and served as Chairman of the Department of Ob/Gyn at Floyd Medical Center from 1983 until 1985. He was a member and Deacon at Second Avenue Baptist Church and was a Charter Member of Seven Hills Rotary Club. He was a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. He was awarded The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Diploma and received the Redmond Park Hospital Award for Dedicated Service in 1980-81. Dr. Rogers was Founder's Level of the President's Club, Medical College of Georgia and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for J. Supply Company. Dr. Rogers was the team leader from Second Avenue Baptist Church for the "Meals and More" program for over 15 years. Recently, upon his resignation from that position, he was awarded for his service and participation by Dr. Bill Davies. Dr. Rogers felt like this was the greatest award he had ever received. Survivors include his wife, the former Dois Smith, to whom he was married on June 21, 1959; two daughters, Susan Rogers Robbins (Freeman) and Allyson Rogers Dulaney (Barry), all of Rome; two sons, Craig Rogers and Rhett Lee Rogers (Renee), all of Rome; a special daughter, Tammy Kirkpatrick, Cartersville; four sisters, Beverly Harrison, Carrollton, Brenda Mull (James), Woodstock, Patsy Meunier (Tommy), Bremen, and Peggy Bailey (Flint), Dallas; a brother, Don Rogers (Yvonne), Roswell; a sister-in-law, Emma Jo Rogers, Smyrna; 10 grandchildren, Christy Deams (Joey), Corey Howle (Nathan), Dr. Austin Rogers, Lynley Darkow (Erik), Andrew Rogers, Hayden Robbins, Burton Dulaney, Alex Rogers, Harlan Dulaney, and Hannah Maddox (Patrick); two great-grandchildren, Tucker and Tate Deams; nieces and nephews. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Monday, April 30, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Second Avenue Baptist Church. His Pastor, Dr. Monty Stallins, will officiate. The family will receive friends at Second Avenue Baptist Church on Monday from 11 a.m. until the service hour. At other times, they may be contacted at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Second Avenue Baptist Church Memorial Endowment, 823 E. Second Avenue, Rome, GA 30161, or to William S. Davies Homeless Shelter, 3 Central Plaza PMB 198, Rome, GA 30161-3233. Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, South Chapel, has charge of the funeral arrangements.

Rev. David Manley Shuttlesworth, BA ’56, of Waco died April 20 at age 82.  A family graveside service will be held at Waco Memorial Park the morning of April 24, followed by a memorial service that afternoon at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church starting at 2:00. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m., Monday, April 23, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home. David was born in the First Baptist Church parsonage in McGregor, Texas, on July 23, 1935. He grew up in Houston and attended Baylor University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1956. At Baylor he met Virginia Lee Berry in an early morning trig class and married her on Thanksgiving Day in 1957. After they married David attended Southwestern Seminary in Ft. Worth, where he earned a Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1960, which was converted into a Master of Divinity degree in 1978. David began his pastoral ministry in 1960 at First Baptist Church Kempner, followed by service at First Baptist Church Florence, Miller Heights Baptist Church in Belton, and Park Lake Drive Baptist Church in Waco. David retired from full time ministry in 2002, but continued to serve part-time as an associate pastor at Columbus Avenue until 2012. David was the voice and face of Christ at many hospital rooms, grave sides and child births throughout his career, providing love, prayers, comfort and sharing joy and tears with those in whom he was entrusted. David was preceded in death by his father, William Louis Shuttlesworth; mother, Nina Pearl Shuttlesworth; and a brother, William Louis, Jr. David is survived by his wife, Virginia; a brother, Guy Eugene Shuttlesworth of Mena, Arkansas; two sons, David Lee Shuttlesworth and his wife ,Vicki ,of Belton and Bill Shuttlesworth and his wife, Brenda, of Waco; five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, all of whom he loved dearly. Honorary pallbearers will be Roland Eichelberger, Kelvon Yeats, AJ Haney, Chris Pearson, Collin Shuttlesworth, John Wyatt, Jim Glover, and Joe Bailey. Memorials may be made to Columbus Avenue Baptist Church or Waco Habitat for Humanity. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com.

William Robert Stewart, BBA ’56, died Dec. 27, 2017, in San Francisco, CA. He was 83.

Cleopatra Campbell, BA ’57, of Frederick, MD, died March 8 at age 82. Arrangements are by Keeney and Basford Funeral Home, Frederick. Published Online in The Frederick News-Post

Winnie Belle Whigham Forseille, MSEd ’57, of Waco died March 2 at age 100. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 8, at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jeff Anz officiating. Burial will be at Restland Cemetery in Gatesville, TX. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, at the funeral home. Winnie Bell was born in Coryell County, TX, January 3, 1918, to Paul Whigham and Myrtle (Williams) Whigham. She celebrated her 100th birthday with a wonderful party at The Atrium in Bellmead. She graduated from Teacher's College in San Marcos at a very young age. After moving to Waco, she received her Master's degree at Baylor University. Miss Winnie was a teacher in several schools in Coryell County until moving to Bellmead in 1953, when she became employed by La Vega ISD. She retired in the 80's and began her travels with friends on cruises and bus tours which she enjoyed immensely.She married Frank Forseille, May of 1943, whom she met when his road crew came to Fort Hood to build runways and roads. They enjoyed 34 years of marriage until Frank passed away in 1977. Of this union they had one daughter, Francine Forseille Huseby of McLennan County, TX. Miss Winnie enjoyed traveling, playing chicken foot with her friends every week. Red Hat Club, working every year with the HOT fair, attended the Flat, Texas Homecomings, the McLennan County Extension office club meetings each month where she served in several offices. Volunteering to deliver Meals on Wheels and at the Red Cross. Her parents; sister, Pauline Lockwood; son-in-law, John Huseby; and godson, Greg Needham, predeceased her. She is survived by her daughter; nephew, Bill Lockwood and wife, Lynn; niece, Marsha Skipper and husband, Miles; and nephew, Russell Lockwood and wife, Carolyn. Many thanks to the aids and nursing staff at The Atrium of Bellmead for their care and assistance. Please sign the online guest book at www.bellmeadfuneralhome.com.

Betty Jane Clark Fritz, BA ’57, of Mansfield, TX, died March 17 at age 79. Betty Jane Fritz, 81, passed away on March 17, 2018, at the Isle at Watercrest in Mansfield. FUNERAL: 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 21, at White Bluff Resort Chapel, 1072 White Bluff Drive, Whitney, with Pastor Terry Cosby and Dr. Charles Wade officiating. Out of town guests and immediate family members are invited to a light lunch following the service. Interment: Approximately 2:30 p.m. at Barry Cemetery, 8637 FM 927, Walnut Springs, 76690. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, at Wade Family Funeral Home, 4140 W. Pioneer Parkway, Arlington. Betty was born on January 29, 1939, in San Marcos, to Alvin Mason Clark and Sybil Jane Shelton Clark. While attending Baylor University, she met and fell in love with her future spouse, Don, while he fulfilled his military commitment with the Air Force based in Waco. After a brief move to St. Louis, Mo., they returned to Arlington, to raise their family. She began teaching in the Arlington ISD after both her daughters began their elementary education, and helped open Lamar High School in north Arlington as their Spanish teacher and Foreign Languages Chair. While serving enthusiastically as the sponsor of the Los Paisanos Spanish Club at Lamar, and coaching many gifted students in Advanced Placement Spanish for their university studies, she completed her own advanced degree with a Master of Arts in Foreign Languages. She hosted many trips for her high school students during spring breaks and summers, giving many their first experience with international travel to Mexico, Spain, and other European countries. After 29 years of teaching, she retired with Don to the White Bluff community as part of the first group of full-time residents at their beautiful lake-side home. She and Don were instrumental in beginning a home-based worship group in the early years there, and eventually achieved their dream of building a beautiful non-denominational chapel full of devoted Christians. Betty also was a charter member of the new Fort Graham chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and along with Don enjoyed discovering new and interesting facts of her family's rich history in the Hill country. She took the greatest delight in hosting and caring for her extended family in their home, including her father, daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Donald Clayton Fritz. SURVIVORS: Daughters, Catherine Fritz and Christine Truitt and husband, John; brother-in-law, Jack Fritz and wife, Mikka; grandchildren, Cailey Stoerner and husband, Heath, Tyler Truitt, Courtney Gay and husband, Brett, and Tanner Truitt; great-grandchildren, Henley Stoerner and Cathan Stoerner. Her family wishes to express their appreciation for the loving care by the staff of the Memory Care area at Isle at Watercrest, as well as Heart to Heart Hospice. Published in Star-Telegram

Dr. Lu Asher McClellen, BA ’57, of Garland, TX, died March 8 at age 81. Lu Asher McClellen was born May 25, 1936 in Liberty Hill, Texas, the only child of Jimmie and Nata Lee Asher. She lived on the family ranch, riding horses, fishing, and hunting with her father. Lu's family has now owned Asher Ranch for over a century. She was baptized at age 7 and has been a member of Shiloh Terrace Baptist church for 58 years. Lu graduated from Yoe High School in Cameron, then from Baylor University in three years majoring in Journalism and Education. On May 25, 1957, she married Lt. James McClellen, also a Baylor graduate. They were married 50 years until his death in 2008. After the military, they moved back to Texas, where James Keith and Dawn Lee were born. Dawn had a twin sister, Eve Aimee who lived just two days. Lu taught first grade, and was one of the first Mesquite school television teachers. She received her Doctorate of Education from ETSU in 1974. Dr. McClellen taught at Eastfield College for 20 years, becoming Dean of Career and Continuing Education in 1981. She retired in 1991. Lu's family was her pride and joy. They were active in church activities, camped out, and rode motorcycles (Lu had her own Honda). She taught children's Sunday School for 25 years. After retirement she was a mentor for young women in the Job Training Corps, and worked with abused wives. Her hobbies included gardening and playing bridge. She was a member of the Co-Ed Sunday School class and loved the members like family. She was able to stay in her home in Garland due to the loving neighborhood. The highlights of Lu's senior years were her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She bragged constantly about their many accomplishments. Lu's family never bragged about her cooking skills, except macaroni and cheese. Lu was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and infant daughter. She is survived by her children, James McClellen and spouse Karen, Dawn Seaman and spouse Patrick; grandchildren Andrew McClellen and spouse Doug McDonald, Beth Banda and spouse Ed, Zachary McClellen and fiancee Kim Johnson, Patrick Seaman Jr., Blake Seaman, and Jonathan McClellen; and great grandchildren Gabriel and Norah Banda. Please make donations to the Shiloh Terrace College Scholarship fund. God has been good. Funeral Services will take place on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Shiloh Terrace Baptist Church with Dr. Craig Christina, officiating. Burial will take place at Andice Cemetery in Andice, Texas on March 24, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Published in Dallas Morning News

Maxwell Gordon Newcom, BS ’57, of Fort Worth died March 19 at age 88. FUNERAL: 11 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Saginaw. Graveside service: 4 p.m. Thursday in Thornton Cemetery, Thornton. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Greenwood. MEMORIALS: Donations may be made to the Max Newcom Scholarship at Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD Foundation, 1200 Old Decatur Road, Saginaw, TX 76179 Website: emsef.org Max was born Feb. 7, 1930, in Ohio County, Ky., and grew up on a farm in Hartford, Ky., with eight brothers and three sisters. He played baseball and basketball in high school and graduated from Hartford High School. He took his exceptional pitching skills to Paducah, Ky., where he was recruited to play professional baseball, which he did for one year. Then the Korean War came and Max enlisted in the Army. He didn't see combat, and played baseball for two years across Europe. He was traded to a professional baseball team in Temple, Texas and played for two years in three different leagues. He enrolled at Temple Junior College where he played basketball and earned an associates degree. In Temple, he met and married his "sweetie", Mollie Ann Monaghan, and they were married for 62 years until her death in 2017. He left professional baseball and earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Baylor University in 1957. He began his coaching career at Gatesville High School, coaching basketball and baseball for four years. Max, Mollie and their three young children moved to Fort Worth and he became the first coach at Boswell High School, coaching basketball and starting the baseball team. He earned a Master of Education from North Texas State University in 1964. He left coaching after a back injury and began a second career in College Administration at Tarrant County College, where he served as Registrar at the South and Northwest campuses for 22 years. After he retired, he delivered Meals on Wheels weekly for 12 years. Max was an avid golfer, shooting his age or better numerous times. He first accomplished this feat playing in a tournament in North Carolina with his son at age 71.The Boswell gym was named the Max G. Newcom Gymnasium in 2000, and he was inducted into the first class of the Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD Athletic Hall of Fame in 2013. He served on the Eagle Mountain Saginaw School Board for six years. He was a Master Mason and was a 50+ year member at the Grand Lodge of Texas. Max and Mollie traveled the country for 20 years supporting Baylor University athletics, especially the baseball team. He was a member of Rosen Heights Baptist Church for 45 years and was a current member of First Baptist Church Saginaw. Max says, "My wife Mollie was the sweetest and smartest woman in the world. We loved to go to church and we loved Jesus. I was the luckiest man in Texas to have a wife like her." SURVIVORS: Three siblings, Paul Newcom of Kentucky, Virginia Smith of California and Shirley Shonkwiler of Ohio; numerous nieces and nephews; and longtime family friend, Peggy Horn; children, Steven Newcom (Joy), Nancy Marston (Walt), and Melinda Smith (Steve); grandchildren, Justin Newcom (Kristen), Josh Newcom (D'Anne), Jonathan Newcom (Kali), Calvin Marston, Carson Marston (Amberly), Carly Marston, Ryan Smith and Case Smith (Danelle); and great-grandchildren, Braydon, Connor, Aubrey, Chase and Mollie Newcom, and Cameron Marston. Published in Star-Telegram

Barbara Hutchison Raus, BA ’57, of Tulsa, OK, died April 27, 2017. She was 84.Barbara was born on June 27, 1932, to Leonard and Beulah Hutchison in Oklahoma City, Okla., and her childhood years were spent in Tuttle, Okla., before moving to Tulsa. In 1952 she married Robert "Bob" Raus, and both graduated from Baylor University in 1957. She earned a master in education degree at the University of Oregon. Barbara's professional life centered around adult education and for more than 30 years she taught in the prison setting helping inmates earn their GED and basic education skills. In 1995-96 she was recognized as outstanding teacher of the year by the Texas Association for Literacy and Adult Education. She also taught adults and trained teachers of adults in many churches and conference centers. Survivors: She is survived by her husband, Dr. Bob Raus; her sons, Stephen and David; her sister, Joyce Marie Ponder; daughter-in-law, Wanda Raus; granddaughter, Summer Renee; and great-grandchildren, Autumn, Tristan, and Maddie.

Martin Z. Sammons Jr., LLB ’57, of Tyler, TX, died March 29 at age 87.He was born February 23, 1931 in Palestine to Martin Zachary Sammons Sr. and Ruby Esther Payne Sammons. Martin was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. He was also a member of Gideons International. He graduated from Baylor Law School and practiced law in Tyler for over 50 years. Martin was preceded in death by his son, Lee Stacey Sammons, and sister, Glenda Adams. He is survived by his loving family including his wife Martha Carnathan Sammons; his daughter Lisa Adams and husband Rodney; granddaughters, Kara Martin and husband Jess, Caitlin Fechner and husband Michael, Kelsi Adams, and Kenzie Loper and husband Johnathan. The family would like to express their love and gratitude to Natalie McKenzie, Jennifer Rollins, Glenda Akins, Deanndace Sheffield, Arlene London, Kawaii Gordon, Rhonda Gordon, and Ola Bolton, along with Hospice of East Texas. Their love and support was invaluable to the entire family. Pallbearers will be Rodney Adams, Johnathan Loper, Jess Martin, and Michael Fechner.

  Gaylon Fussell Bernard, ’58, of Glendale, CA, died March 2 at age 81. Born on February 12, 1937, in St. Augustine, Texas, Gaylon was a loving wife, mother to her four daughter's, and grandmother of two. Gaylon married Jerry Wayne Bernard on May 21st 1958 in Waco,Texas. She and Jerry both attended Baylor University. As a new bride, Gaylon travelled to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Gaylon had a career in teaching and taught at Broadway Baptist School during the 60's. Gaylon was also a devoted mother to her daughter's, Robyn Renee, Crystal, Scarlett and Angelique. During the 80's Gaylon began a career in art and home decor. She ran a small business named Camelot that sold all her paintings and sculptures. Gaylon then opened a second shop called Scarlett Ribbons in California 1990. Her amazing talent and great eye for home decor was admired by all that saw her work. Gaylon cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She had an enormous heart for young kids and enjoyed spoiling them with gifts. Gaylon (Tati to her grandkids) will truly be missed by her family and those that remember her wonderful southern cooking, hospitality, and kindness. A viewing will be at Forest Lawn Mortuary on March 12th, 1pm to 8pm. The service will be the following day, March 13th at Forest Lawn. Doors open at 2pm and service starts at 2:30pm. All are welcome. Forest Lawn 6300 Forest Lawn Dr. Los Angeles, CA. 90068

Phyllis Pratt Castleberry, BA ’58, of Lake Jackson, TX, died April 20 at age 82.

James P. “Jim” Dale, BA ’58, of St. Augustine, FL, died March 9 at age 81. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi, but had called St. Augustine home for over 40 years. Jim was preceded in death by his beloved son, Jeff Dale and his parents, Sue and Jack Dale. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Iris Balcom Dale, his son Jay Dale, daughter Jan Dale Peaver, son-in-law Pete Peaver, daughter-in-law Kerry Maki. Grandchildren and step-grandchildren include: Drake Carden and his husband Charles Bentley, Kristin Dale, McKinley Carden, Kelsey Dale, Bryan Peaver, Brooke Peaver. Siblings include: John Dale and wife Ginny, Penny Mangus, Joe Dale and wife Heidi. Jim completed undergraduate studies at Baylor University and received a master's degree from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served as Pastor at churches in Magnolia, Kentucky, St. Petersburg, Florida and Rockledge, Florida. He continually served as a volunteer chaplain for local police departments. In the early 1970s, he became the first administrator for Tri-County Mental Health Services headquartered in St. Augustine.

Retirement from their careers meant a chance for Jim and Iris to see and experience much of the world through travel that often included grandchildren. Jim enjoyed many hobbies including tennis, writing, hiking, Duplicate Bridge, scuba diving and was a voracious reader. A daily favorite activity was completing the New York Times crossword puzzle. Jim loved his family and will be missed. A private celebration of Jim's life will be held for close friends and family members. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

James Robert “Bob” Harris, JD ’58, of Houston died April 25 at age 86. He was born in Coleman, Texas to John O. and Addie Smith Harris on March 25, 1932. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Sue, of 50 years. He is survived by his sisters-in-law Betty Coit of Sugar Land, Texas and Babb Cross of Alexandria, Louisiana and several nieces and nephews-in-law. In 1949 Robert graduated from Coleman High School and from the University of Texas with a BA degree in 1953. He then served for 3 years of active duty in the U.S. Air Force and continued in the Air Reserve for the next 18 years when he retired with the rank of Lt. Colonel. After graduating from Baylor University with a Law Degree in 1958, Robert moved to Houston where he worked 3 years as Assistant City Attorney and 2 years for The Federal Aviation Administration before going into private law practice. Later, for several years he taught part-time at the South Texas College of Law. During those years he taught part-time at the South Texas College of Law. During those years he met and married the love of his life Sue Dance on May 1, 1965. Robert and Sue enjoyed many years traveling in the United States, Mexico, Canada and several times in Europe. Also, some vacations included cruises. Robert was an avid golfer. He said the love of the sport began when he was in Coleman High School. Some buddies remarked "Bob plays like a pro." Visitation with family will begin at 9am on Monday, April 30 in the main chapel of Forest Park Westheimer. The funeral will follow in the chapel at 10am burial to immediately follow. Published in Houston Chronicle

Jimmy Neil Huckaby, BA ’58, of Jacksonville, FL, died March 10 at age 86. Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32211 (904) 744-0822. Published in the Florida Times-Union

Joe D. Huddleston, BBA ’58, of McKinney, TX, died Feb. 12 at age 81. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, Joe entered this world on November 16, 1936 in Alba, TX, born to Joe Henry and Abbie Lorene Huddleston. Joe grew up in Waco and attended Waco High School. He graduated from Baylor University in 1958. He served his country in the Army Reserves. Joe worked at Williamson-Dickie for most of his adult life. Upon retiring he worked part time for the Midway Independent School district in several different capacities. He also served on the Midway School Board for six years. Joe was an avid Baylor Bear and Midway Panther fan and supporter his entire life. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. His favorite times were spent hunting, traveling, and spending time with his grandkids. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and his love of family.He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Joyce Harder Huddleston, sons David Huddleston, Dan Huddleston, Dale Huddleston; daughters Nancy McGraw and her husband Kevin, Kim Hart and husband Scott, Suzanne Frame and husband Dick, and grandchildren Nan Huddleston Head, D.J. Huddleston, Evan Huddleston, Lili Huddleston, Ben McGraw, Brad McGraw, Blake McGraw, Ryan Hart and his wife Taylor, Mason Hart, Kennedy Hart, Allyson Frame, Annie Frame and Adam Frame, great-grandchildren Emma and Ellie.

He is preceded in death by his first wife Nan Keeling Huddleston and his parents.

A special thanks to the staff at Villagio Senior Center in McKinney and to Total Hospice & Palliative Care for your love and care over the past year. A memorial service will be held on Friday February 16th at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Waco, Texas. Donations can be made in Joe's honor to The Midway Education Foundation or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Richard Carl Ingram, BA ’58, of Rowlett, TX, died March 7 at age 83. He was born May 24, 1934, in Nimrod, TX, to Claud P. and Florence (Salter) Ingram. Richard was a graduate of Cisco High School in 1953, Cisco Junior College in 1955, and Baylor University in 1958 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology and Literature. He served his country in the U.S. Army for two years and in the Army Reserves for another six years. When he got out of the Army in 1960, Richard began his beloved career as pastor and served at the following churches: Cisco, TX, East Liverpool, OH, Anson, TX, Vernon, TX and Breckenridge, TX. On February 15, 1969, he married Karon Lee Forbess at the Travis Avenue Baptist Church in Fort Worth, TX, and they shared 49 wonderful years. He retired in 2006 after a long and full service to his Lord and became a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Rowlett. Richard is survived by his loving wife: Karon Ingram of Rowlett, TX; children: Robert Ingram and wife Christy of Caddo Mills, TX, Kay Ford and husband Mike of Garland, TX, Mark Jones and wife Grace of Abilene, TX, Stephen Jones and wife Beverly of Pojoaque, NM; brothers: Monty Ingram of Cassville, MO, Leon Ingram and wife Gayle of Abilene, TX, Jeff Ingram and wife Debra of Fort Worth, TX, C.P. Ingram and wife Liz of Cisco, TX; sisters: Molly Weathers and husband Sonny of Gonzales, TX, Rosetta Hagan and husband Lynn of Carbon, TX, Delores McCulloch of Cross Plains, TX; grandchildren: Brittney Robinson and husband Curtis, Lauren Petree and husband Alexander, Hayden Ford, Haylee Ford, Katie Jones, Craig Jones and GiNell Elliott; great-grandchildren: Bella and Carter Robinson. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Joy Adams, and grandson Greg Elliott. Funeral services will be held 10:00am Saturday, March 10, 2018, at First Baptist Church of Rowlett with Dr. Cole Hedgecock and Pastor Robert Ingram officiating. Interment will follow in Rest Haven Memorial Park in Rockwall. There will be a gathering of family and friends at Rest Haven Funeral Home-Rowlett Chapel Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm. As an alternative to flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church Relocation Fund, 4309 Main Street, Rowlett TX 75088.

Rev. Lawson E. Jolly Jr., BA ’58, of Dade City, FL, died Feb. 18 at age 83. He was born December 3, 1934, at Emory University, Georgia, to Lawson E. and Thelma McCurdy Jolly. He was a Southern Baptist minister for 62 years and pastored churches in Texas, Georgia, and Florida. In addition, he served as a missionary to Costa Rica appointed by the Foreign Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. The Rev. Jolly is survived by his wife of 55 years, Judith Richbourg Jolly; 3 children and their spouses: Jennifer Rothschild (Philip Clayton), Lawson E. Jolly III (Jill), David Jolly (Laura); his sister, Jan McAlhany (Joseph Carlisle, Jr.); grandchildren: Philip Clayton Rothschild, Jr. (Caroline), Connor Lawson Rothschild, Justine Marie Jolly, Juliet Summer Jolly; and his great-grandson, Philip Clayton Rothschild III (Tripp). A celebration of his life and ministry will be held at 2 pm Saturday, February 24, 2018, at First Baptist Church, Dade City. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Florida Baptist Historical Society Endowment Fund (www.floridabaptisthistory.org), POB 95, Graceville, FL 32440; Florida Baptist Children’s Homes (www.fbchomes.org), POB 8190, Lakeland, FL 33802; Family of God Baptist Church (Building Fund), 41237 County Road 54 East, Zephyrhills, FL 33540; or First Baptist Church, Dade City (Towards Tomorrow), 37511 Church Avenue, Dade City, FL 33525.

George King Liverman Sr., BA ’58, of Alvin, TX, died March 1 at age 82. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather George "King" Liverman Sr., of Jefferson, Texas, born on October 11, 1935 in Shreveport, LA, to the late Winnie King Liverman and the late George H. "Slick" Liverman, left his earthly home to join his lord and savior Jesus Christ, at age 82 on March 1, 2018 in Alvin, TX. He graduated from Jefferson High School and Baylor University. King served as a Chaplin in the Air National Guard. King was a very successful sales leader for a number of large industrial manufacturing and retail companies over his 45-year career.
King was married to and survived by his loving wife Martha Payne Liverman of 59 years. Also, he is survived by his sons, Stephen Payne Liverman of Friendswood, TX and George King Liverman Jr. of League City, TX and daughter, Mary Jane Monaghan of Pearland, TX; grandchildren, Lindsay, Heather, and Nicole; and great-grandchild, Savannah, all of whom will greatly miss his smile and his love of life. Friends and family are welcome to attend the visitation on Tuesday, March 6 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Scott Funeral Home, 1421 E. Highway 6, Alvin, TX, 77511. Following that, there will be a funeral service from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Scott Funeral Home. There will be a brief graveside service at the Confederate Cemetery in Alvin, TX immediately following the funeral. Published in Houston Chronicle 

Glenden Sanders, BM ’58, of Lufkin, TX, died March 28 at age 81. Services will be held Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church Lufkin with Pastor Mark Newton officiating. Interment will follow in the Whitehouse Cemetery. Glenden was born July 27, 1936 in Easterly, Texas to the late Carmen (Black) and Hollon Sanders, and died Saturday, March 24, 2018. Glenden grew up in LaMarque, Texas where he met his future bride, Gwendolyn Praker, whose father was his youth baseball coach. In high school Glenden was in choir and band and played baseball. Glenden went to Baylor University, majoring in Sacred Music, and Glenden and Gwynn married November 27, 1957 during his senior year. Glenden served Baptist churches across Texas in Marlin, Hereford, Gainesville, Lufkin and Jasper working with music, education, youth and missions. During their time in Hereford, Lauren “Laurie” was born. During their time in Gainesville, Glenden earned a master’s degree from North Texas State University, and David and Leslie were born. In 1968 the Sanders family moved to Lufkin. At First Baptist Church as Minister of Music and Youth, he took hundreds of youth on summer mission/choir trips to Utah, Oregon, Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio and Indiana. Later with adults, he traveled on mission trips to Australia and Canada, as well as Colorado, New Mexico, Vermont and South Texas. While in Canada, Glenden saw a horse whisperer and was instrumental in bringing him to Lufkin. From that, Cross Timbers Cowboy Church was started. Glenden also worked to help start New Beginnings Baptist Church and La Casa del Alfarero in Lufkin. Glenden sang the lead in several oratorios, including Mendelssohn’s Elijah, and Haydn’s The Seven Last Words of Christ, as well as participated in community theater, playing Dox Quixote in Man of La Mancha, Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, and Michael in I Do! I Do! Glenden and Gwynn were members of the Lufkin Sam’s travel club and enjoyed many trips traveling with their trailer. Glenden also enjoyed woodworking and construction. Glenden was the first director of Love in the Name of Christ in Lufkin. He helped with disaster relief with the national Love INC after tornadoes devastated Moore, Oklahoma. Glenden loved God, his family and church, and Baylor University. He impacted many lives through his life of ministry and service. Survivors include his wife, Gwynn Sanders of Lufkin; children, Laurie Hefner and husband Robby, David Sanders and wife Kathleen, Leslie Ashby and husband Wayne, all of Lufkin; grandchildren, Natalie Jansing and husband Trey, Katie, Rebekah and Russell Sanders, Alexandra, Hannah Jo and Tate Ashby; great-grandson, Aaron Jansing; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sheila and Richard Parker; nephew, Kelly Parker; uncles, Dial Black and Dallas Sanders; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Jay Parker. Pallbearers will be Michael Austin, Greg Dotson, David Hearne, Scott Presnall, Mike Richmond, Norman Thompson, Wade Corley, and Sam Huffstetler. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Lufkin Building Fund, Missions Fund, or Music Ministry, 106 E. Bremond Avenue, Lufkin, Texas 75901, or to the charity of your choice. The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday evening in the Parlor of First Baptist Church Lufkin. Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com. Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.

Virginia Copeland Jantz, BA ’59, MSEd ’66, of Waco died March 19 at age 95. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 23, at Oakwood Cemetery, with Dr. Ralph Wagner officiating. Virginia was born January 22, 1923, in Waco, Texas, to parents, Queen Zoe Pierce and William Clifford, Sr. Much of her childhood was spent on a small farm near Hog Creek in Speegleville. She and her brother, Billy, and sister, Eudora Nell, spent many hours swimming in the creek and helping with farm animals. She graduated from Waco High School in 1940. In 1942, she married Elliott Michael Jantz, who was at that time serving in the Army during WWII. They were married 61 years. Virginia is a graduate of Baylor University, receiving BA and MS degrees in education. She was an elementary teacher in Waco public schools. When she retired, she became very interested in family history. After years of travel, and much research, she published four books on her family history. Virginia loved books and reading, and had an extensive library in her home. She enjoyed family gatherings and BBQ cookouts. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elliott Jantz; brother, William Clifford Copeland, Jr.; sister, Eudora Nell Hawkins; and daughter-in-law, Mary Elaine Jantz. Virginia is survived by her son, Mitchell Jantz of McGregor; daughter, Betty Jantz Crow of Speegleville; grandchildren, Leah Wagner of Shiner, Jason Crow of Speegleville, Jayme Crow of Robinson and Tamara Holey of McGregor; seven great grandchildren and three nieces. The family would like to thank the staff at Wesley Woods for the wonderful care she received in her last years. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com.

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Corwinna Davis Barnette, BA ’60, of San Antonio died Nov. 10, 2017, at age 78.

Linwood Leon Duke, BA ’60, of Long Beach, MS, died Nov. 22, 2017, at age 77.

Dr. Norman L. “Buddy” Gilchrest, BS ’60, MS ’69, EdD ’77, of Waco died April 19 at age 80. A leader in adventure activities and a tenured professor (and Professor Emeritus) at Baylor University, Buddy was born in Fort Worth, Texas on August 23, 1937.After a coaching and teaching career in Texas public schools, Dr. Gilchrest taught 32 years at Baylor University before retiring from active teaching in 2002. At Baylor, he conceived and developed the outdoor education program, served as Director of Camps and Adventure Activities, and directed the HPER Graduate Program. He served in a number of campus leadership positions, including Chair of the University Council and the Faculty Senate, and was recognized as Outstanding Tenured Professor.

In addition to his contributions at Baylor, Dr. Gilchrest served as president of four recreation and outdoor education associations: the American Association for Leisure and Recreation; American Leisure Academy; Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance; and Texas Outdoor Education Association. For leadership and service in these and other organizations, he received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Honor Award from AAHPERD, AALR, Southern District AHPERD, and Texas AHPERD; The David K. Brace Award from TAHPERD; Charter Member of the North American Society for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport, and Dance; Senior Fellow and Charter Member, American Leisure Academy; Outstanding Achievement Award and Meritorious Service Award, AALR; Recreation Professional of the Year Southern District AHPERD and TAHPERD; the Julian Smith Award from the Council on Adventure and Outdoor Education/Recreation; the 2005 Gulick Medal from AAHPERD; and the Fortner Award from TOEA.

Buddy lived what he taught. He was a guide, group leader, and mentor to many in mountaineering, backpacking, bicycling, winter wilderness living, scuba/skin diving, whitewater rafting, and outdoor photography. Literally, the world was his classroom. A passionate adventurer, he was the 16th person to climb each of the 67 mountains in the contiguous United States 14,000 feet or taller (18 solo); he climbed above 14,000 feet 132 times including 5 in winter. He summited the highest point in each state in the contiguous United States and Hawaii (the 18th person to do so), as well as the high points of several countries and provinces. He led 34 adventure activity trips of at least one-week duration and guided 43 successful climbs of 14,000' mountains. He bicycled from Alaska to Florida and in 38 states and 11 foreign countries and provinces, winter camped/skied/snowshoed in every state, province, and mountain range in the western United States and Canada and hiked each of the 17 rim-to-river trails in the Grand Canyon. He scuba/skin dived in 13 countries and ran several whitewater rivers. Additionally, he published 92 photographs (3 magazine covers) and led several photography trips and safaris.

He was a frequent speaker to adventure and recreation / leisure groups, having made over 180 state, national, international and keynote addresses. He was a frequently published author and photographer and served as consultant to numerous organizations and publications. With all of his professional accolades, he often said that what he treasured most was sharing life's adventurous journey with his beloved Tresa - best friend, wife and colleague who survives him.

Buddy also leaves behind his sons, Eric (Susan), David and Alan (Jeanine); and grandchildren Matthew, Christina, Morgan, and Jillian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and Allen Gilchrest; and brother, Allen Beech Gilchrest.

Dr. Gilchrest continued his lifelong commitment to education by donating his body to medical research. A Celebration of Life service is being planned for Buddy; details to be announced in a few weeks.

Julia “Judy” Williams Kahla, BA ’60, of Tomball, TX, died Nov. 14, 2017, at age 79. Waiting to welcome her are her dance partner Harold Kahla, her son, Grady Wayne Kahla and her parents who taught her how to navigate through adversity without whining, Grady and Dell Williams. Judy was born at home on December 8, 1936 in Angelina County, Texas. She is survived by her son, Byron Wade Kahla, two grandchildren, Julia Nicole Kahla and Paden Wade Kahla, one sister, Gradene (Gradi) Hamman, and a host of nieces and nephews including a most entrusted confidant, Julie Kahla. She also leaves behind a very special family of educators and a community of students who share her passion for teaching and life-long learning.

Judy's passions for learning began when (during her recovery from polio), with no whining, she was launched into a world of books that forever crystallized her love of learning. That learning and instructional leadership lead to high school classrooms in Lamar Consolidated HS, Hardin-Jefferson HS, Waltrip HS and Cypress Fairbanks ISD. There, in Staff Development, she designed and facilitated instructional programs that would impact each and every classroom within the district. In October, 2005, Julia Williams Kahla Middle School was named for her and dedicated to recognized and honor the role she played in the academic growth of the district. Reminding us of the places passion takes us.

Coupled with her husband's love of "projects", she learned to waltz, tell the difference between breeds of cattle, feed herds of cattle with a "cube dude" (without ever getting out of the pick-up truck), cultivate a garden, nurture and hatch ducklings, and fish. Many of his passions became hers. With his passing two years ago, another of her Dad's and Harold's projects tapped into her passion for learning. She stepped from the classroom into the boardroom of United Galvanizing as its CEO, Judy was now challenged to learn the art of hot dip galvanizing. Without whining, she accepted the challenge.

With your passing, family, an incredible group of friends and a community of students spread across the country say "thank you for sharing your passions and mantra of no whining with us. Now find Harold and ask him to Dance Across Texas with you!" Visitation will be Saturday, November 18th from 6:00-8:00, Service on Sunday, November 19th at 2:00 At Klein Funeral Home in Tomball. Published in Houston Chronicle 

Rev. David Lane Park, BM ’60, of Frisco, TX, died March 22 at age 79. He suffered from Alzheimer's. Lane was born March 31, 1938, in Athens, Alabama, the son of Jack and Margaret Park. He married Carolyn Agusta Reid on August 25, 1959. Lane was a minister of the gospel. Although he ministered in the church throughout most of his adult life, he concluded his calling on earth by serving as a chaplain in the workplace through Marketplace Chaplains. He is survived by his wife of 58 years; his two sons, Danny (Laura) and Billy (Carrie); eight grandchildren, Travis, Bryce, Anna, Patrick, Taylor, Eloise, Charlotte, and Everett; two great grandchildren, Hanna and Clayton. A memorial service will be held on April 14, 2018, at 1 pm at First Baptist Church in Plano, Texas, located at 1300 E. 15th St., in Plano. Published in Dallas Morning News

Paul Vincent Pittman, BA ’60, of Big Rapids, MI, died Feb. 27 at age 88. He was the son of Martha and Roy Pittman. Paul was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother.He was born on Feb. 24, 1930, in Maryland at Walter Reed Medical Center. Paul grew up in Cadillac, where he graduated from high school in 1948. Following graduation, Paul joined the U.S. Air Force on Jan. 5, 1951, serving as an airplane mechanic during the Korean War. Following his honorable discharge in 1956, Paul enrolled at Baylor University in Waco, Texas and received a bachelor of science in both physics and mathematics. He began his teaching career in Texas before moving to Big Rapids. Paul earned his masters in physics and mathematics. He was employed by the Big Rapids High School, retiring in 1986. He then continued to substitute teach, taught the GED course in Reed City and sold real estate. Paul had a passion for music. He enjoyed singing in the choir at church, composing music and playing the piano. Paul was an artist -- painting and drawing various pieces. He liked living on the water. He is survived by his son, Stephen Pittman, of Big Rapids; daughter, Julie Tumminello, of Cincinnati, Ohio; and two grandsons, Kyle Stahle and Brandon Stahle, both of Morley. A memorial service will take place 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at the Trinity Fellowship Evangelical Free Church, where he was a member, with Elder Bill Routley officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the memorial service at church on Tuesday. Burial of cremains will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Cadillac. Arrangements and care entrusted to the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook tab at daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com.

Harold Earl “Hal” Thornton, BBA ’60, of Crane Hill, AL, died April 26 at age 79. Hal is preceded by his parents, Robert L. and Ina E. Thornton of Plainview, TX. Hal is lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years, Beverly J Thornton; his children Shawn Thornton (Boston, MA) and Jason Thornton (North Charleston, SC), Deedee Coley (Mt Olive AL), Bruce Townsend (Huntsville, AL) and Russel Townsend (Huntsville AL) and their spouses; his grandchildren Karenina Coley, Justin Coley, Tyler Thornton, Daniel Thornton, Kevin Thornton, Layne Thornton and Jessey Coley; great-grandchildren Adeline Thornton and Jackson Thornton. 

Hal was born in Plainview, TX on July 6th, 1938. He was a graduate of Plainview High School and Baylor University (BA) and Golden Gate University (MBA). He was a dedicated patriot who proudly served his country for 23 years in the United States Army. Hal enjoyed genealogy, traveling, Sons of the American Revolution membership, and most of all his family. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Tennessee Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (TVCSAR), P.O. Box 18832, Huntsville, AL 35804, reference "Youth Programs Memorial". Please visit mossservicefh.com to leave condolences for the family. Moss Service Funeral Home Directing.Published in Plainview Daily Herald

Sandra Nichols Zenker, BBA ’60, of Houston died March 3 at age 82. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018 in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Hwy 277 South, Abilene, Texas. Sandra was born March 19, 1935 to Ernest and Beulah Nichols in Abilene, Texas. She graduated from Baylor University in 1958 with a degree in education and went on to earn her masters degree at TSU. In her professional life Sandra was a teacher and government program administrator with the Houston Independent School District. She had a deep respect for the hard work of the family on their ranch and was always thankful for the land entrusted to her. In her younger days she loved sailing Galveston Bay with her close friends. Sandra was an avid sports fan and closely followed the Baylor University sports programs and Houston's professional sports teams. She was very involved with her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Sandra was very loved and will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest C. and Beulah Nichols; and two brothers, E.B. "Sonny" Nichols and Carl C "Bid" Nichols. Sandra is survived by her daughter, Chere L Christie; her son, Charles W. Zenker III; and her grandchildren, Taylor L. Christie and Charles W. Zenker IV. The family requests that donations be made to pediatric cancer research through St. Judes www.stjudes.org, or www.childrenscancer.org. Online Condolences may be shared with the family through the obituary link at www.elmwoodfuneral.com. Published in Houston Chronicle

Miriam “Mimi” Garrett Deaton, BA ’61, died March 13, 2017, at age 77. For many years she taught school in Austin, at Odom Elementary. She was pleased to meet, on the occasion, her former first-graders. She was pleased, as well, to meet the children of the students she had taught in that homeroom. She was pleased, but did not broadcast it, on the occasion she met the grandchildren of her former students. For many years, Mimi did volunteer work at the Blanton Museum and a few other venues; she stopped going not because she grew tired of it, but because it became an activity she could not easily do and carry her oxygen machine with her. She used to visit our daughter in New Jersey and said only a few days ago how glad she was to have done those things in New York, museums and other special treats that she traveled to on her own, using bus and subway. During 9/11, our daughter was working in Manhattan and saw one of the towers fall. Mimi told me that she had been to the top of both World Trade Centers, more than once, and it compounded our sense of loss that terrible day. Her fellow teachers at Odom became her friends for life, treasured and deeply loved, and they have been unceasingly kind to her in recent years, when she became a shut-in. She's had many other treasured friends, such as Tracy and other roommates at Baylor, where Mimi graduated with a Teaching Certificate and with Honors, in 1961. Mimi suffered from Sjögren's disease, the sicca syndrome, with dryness of the mouth and eyes, and severe lung disease. In 2013 we moved from Northwest Hills to Shoal Creek Blvd., and one benefit was our proximity to the Sonic on Burnet Road, where she daily bought a cup of ice and a diet coke that she nursed until the following day. Those at Sonic became family! Among the great friends she made there was Michael, who recently moved, but who loved her, as all did who knew her, and saw the wisdom and practical knowledge she brought to every interaction with others. She loved, was well-loved, and will be missed. But she had a good life, despite tragedy, despite the things all of us have and understand as universal, were we given the gift of growing old together, even to think that the best is yet to come. In reality, it stops being your world. And you begin to think of catching up to those who've gone on before. She was predeceased by her parents, Helen and Gilbert Garrett, and by our son Roger. She is survived by our son Steve Deaton, Commander in the Williamson County Sheriff's office, and the sole reason she faithfully watched COPS every night, including her last. She had been pleased to finally move her television back to her room not long ago; perhaps because she sensed something and wanted to be closer in the evenings to the deadhead in the next room. She is survived by our daughter Lara, who moved to New York City in 1993 and began working for a law firm and still does. Lara's three daughters are Anna, Becca (Rebecca Miriam), and Mel. They loved their Gram so much, and made a poster for her telling all the ways, and that lovely poem by Elizabeth Barrett Browning, was Mimi's favorite. "How Do I Love Thee?" The poet names fourteen ways; I'll add a fifteenth: I love thee for being. Mimi loved our other granddaughter equally, that would be Tiffany, on a scale that is not a scale but a depth, in shared love that only grows deeper. Mimi mothered Tiffany for a period of time when Tiff was small, and who visited us last Christmas. And Jennie, our daughter with Down syndrome. Perhaps, more than anyone else, Jennie was responsible for Mimi hanging on those extra months, to see to her enduring care. It worked out that she had seen Jennie the day before, Sunday, when Steve took her back to Group Home. As well, Mimi is survived by her sister, Vicki, who meant the world to her, and they were together every day. She is survived by Kachina Clark, her niece--Vicki's daughter--and by Bret Clark of Georgia, Vicki's son, and our nephew, and by his two daughters, Maddie and Garrett. She is survived by her brother-in-law, Steve Bradley (Vicki's husband), and by Susan Bradley, Steve Bradley's twin sister. Mimi is also survived by her husband of almost 57 years that went by too quickly. The oft-told story is that when Mimi moved to Pittsburg in seventh grade, they had split the class into two separate rooms and my girlfriend was in the other room. What was I to do? Luckily this new girl was in my room, knew my girlfriend, and began, each day, delivering to her my coded love notes: Oday oyah ovlay ema? It was my second language, Pig Latin, and somehow the letter carrier ended up in my arms, and for a writer there is no greater payoff than that!  Mimi isn't here to offer us a way to cope with our loss. My sincere belief is that people, most of them, know when they are going to die. Mimi spoke of things we'd do in the future, even decades from now. But that was merely talk. That last Sunday evening as we had the dinner she had cooked (and afterward would wash the dishes by hand), I needed to get up and get something from the kitchen; As I passed her chair, for some reason I stopped and turned around, bent down to her, touched her and said, "I love you so much!" She said, "I am so glad you do." Later, to come back to what she had been saying, for the last two or three weeks while we were there at the table looking toward the rock garden out those glass walls, "I sure do like having dinner with you here." Mind you, we've been here almost four years. That was new. She had begun saying it, and I see now that it was her goodbye. She knew. And on some level, not a conscious one, I did too. It was her goodbye, so brave and so typical of her, in seeing right to the heart of things and expressing it like that, low key but perfect pitch. It is bound to be important that she left us at just this time. Maybe we'll learn more at the Memorial Service. Meanwhile, perhaps we might turn to what Roger told us. Hug somebody today and tell them you love them! Heck, hug two people today and tell them you love them. You'll be surprised! Amazed at how good it feels! Because you cannot know until they are gone how empty is the shell that is left. Mimi asked to be cremated but will be at Weed-Corley, in a pretty outfit, were anyone to wish to see her one last time and say their own personal goodbye. Then she will join Roger in at least one place, and a couple places to be decided by her granddaughters.

A memorial service for family and friends will be held at Weed-Corley-Fish on Friday, March 17th at 2:00 p.m.

Joe Merritt Foster, ’61, of Miller Grove, TX, died April 12 at age 78. He was born on May 31, 1939 in Gladewater, TX to James and Ida Foster.  He married Beth Hill on December 15, 1995 in Sulphur Springs.  Joe served in the Texas National Guard. He was a retired banker and member of Brashear Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Beth; children, Joe Foster, Stephen Foster, Caryn Darrow, Clay Lewis and Chris Lewis, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James Patrick Foster and Roger Foster; sister, Phyllis Ann Foster. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home.

Byong Choon “B.C.” Lee Sr., BA ’61, of Waco died Feb. 23 at age 83. Mr. Lee came to the United States in 1955 and Graduated from Hannibal-LaGrange University, and attended Baylor University and Graduated with a Bachelors in Political Science. Mr. Lee fell in love with Waco, and stayed here for the rest of his life. He was very religious man, and was a lay-leader in his church, the Korean United Methodist Church in Waco, for many years. He loved the Lord with all his heart and was saved. His Brother started the church many years ago, and he and his wife, Son Hyang Lee, have always been passionate about worshiping, attendance and fellowship in the church. He has owned several businesses in the Waco area over the years, but his Main business, and passion, was Lee's Drive in, in East Waco. You would often find him, almost daily, laughing with friends and family, and still checking on things and making sure the food quality was always great. He has touched many lives over the years and Waco will feel the loss of this great man. He is survived by, his wife, Son Hyang Lee Kids: B.C. Lee Jr, wife Natalie, Patrick Bum Lee, wife Sun Hee, Barbara Lee-Chapa, Husband Alex III, Robert E. Lee, Alfred Harvey Lee, wife Mitzi. Grand-kids: Brandon Lee, wife Megan, Miranda Lee, Elizabeth Lee, husband Julian, Tyler Garcia, wife Taylor, Dominic Rosales, Lydia lee, Joshua lee, Joseph lee , wife Monica, Anthony Lee, Austin Lee, Justin lee, wife Christina, Jacquelyn Kyei, husband Kory, Chelsea Martinez, husband Daniel, Alex Chapa IV, Robert Lee Jr., Dylan Lee, Kyle Lee. Great-Grand kids: Ava Ray, Isabella lee, Anthony Lee, Aaric Lee,Hunter Lee, Nathan Lee, Joseph lee jr, Sophia Martinez, Marianna Kyei. and numerous other friends, and family. Please join the family for a celebration of B.C. Lee’s life. The viewing is at 3pm, Sunday, February 25th, 2018 at Connally-Compton Funeral home. The funeral will be held at 10am Monday, February 26th, at the Korean United Methodist Church (KUMC) in Waco, 3600 Memorial Drive, Waco, TX 76711.

Charles Vandiver Lee, BA ’61, MS ’66, of Rowlett, TX, died March 6 at age 78.Charles Vandiver Lee passed away peacefully on March 6, 2018 in Rowlett, TX. Born March 17, 1939, in Bay City, TX, Charles was an extraordinary person known for his sharp intellect, bright smile, and hearty laugh. He served as Baylor University Yell Leader, Baylor Chamber of Commerce President, and Baylor Bears caretaker before graduating with a BA. He culminated 40 years at South-western Bell as Cingular Wireless Executive Director. Retiring in 2001, he remained committed to community service and served in leadership roles on various boards, including AT&T's Pioneer Organization and the Texas Senior Advocacy Coalition. A lifelong learner, Charles was fiercely loyal to family, friends, and the great state of Texas, especially his home away from home on the Comal River in New Braunfels, TX. He is survived by his wife, Judy McCallum-Lee; daughters, Teresa Grawe and Sherri Chiasson, and their husbands, Mark Grawe and Gilles Chiasson; son, Kyle McCallum; and his grandchildren: Parker, Reese, Maddison, Mitchell, Mason, Joshua, Hugo and Beau. A Celebration of Charles' life is planned for later this Spring. Memorial donations in memory of Charles can be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association: https://www.lbda.org/donate. Published in Dallas Morning News

Hubert Werline Long, BA ’61, of Sherman, TX, died March 5 at age 85. Hubert W. Long has completed his assignments and work for the Lord, here on earth. His work was assigned at fourteen years of age, when he was called into the gospel ministry. He has given his life, since his call, pastoring and preaching in Texas Baptist churches. He was born September 2, 1932. His home-going to the Lord was March 5, 2018. Hubert was a graduate of Howe High School, Baylor University, Waco, and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis of Sherman, his sons, Hubert Ken of Fort Worth, and Phillip Lin of Gunter, and by his daughter, Philicia Nan Ingram and husband Terry, of Sherman. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Dusty Ingram and Darren Ingram and wife Erin, and Ryan Long; brother-in-law, Gerald Hickox, sister-in-law, Darothy Long, and by 4 nieces and 1 nephew. Hubert was preceded by his parents, brother, William H. Long Jr., sister, Francine Hickox, and daughter-in-law, Shannon Long. Family visitation will be held from 5pm to 7pm on Wednesday, March 7, at Waldo Funeral Home. A Celebration of His Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, March 8, at North Park Baptist Church with Rev. David Murphy officiating. Interment will follow at Cedarlawn Memorial Park with Lin Long, Ken Long, Terry Ingram, Dusty Ingram, Darren Ingram and Ryan Long serving as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to North Park Baptist Church. A special Thanks to Guardian Hospice for the loving care provided. The online guest register may be signed at www.waldofuneralhome.com.Services are under the direction of Waldo Funeral Home. Published in The Herald Democrat

Derral Wayne Parks, BBA ’61, of Waco died March 29 at age 78. A beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Parks went to be with the Lord after a long and courageous battle with cancer. A celebration of his life will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 2, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, with Rev. Lester Adams and Rev. Ricky Woodall officiating. The graveside service will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held 9:00-10:00 a.m., prior to the service, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey. Derral was born in Waco, Texas, on January 22, 1940 to Maglee Chase Parks and Claude Hampton Parks. He attended La Vega High School, where he played varsity football and met his wife of nearly 57 years, Betty Ann Beatty. He later graduated from Baylor University, receiving a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting in 1961. Upon his graduation from Baylor, he joined A.C. Upleger and Company. He and Betty were married on September 15, 1961, at Bellmead First Baptist Church. Derral had a true passion for his work, his clients and his co-workers. While the name changed several times over the years, his career, which spanned over 56 years, was spent with the same firm he joined in 1961. Over the years, he served as an auditor for the firm, partner-in-charge of the audit practice and managing partner-in-charge of the office, all while providing continuing support for his longtime tax clients. He retired from KPMG in 1989, working since that time as a consultant for Jaynes, Reitmeier, Boyd and Therrell, P.C. He officially retired from the firm on December 31, 2017. Derral was an active member of many professional organizations, serving on the board of the Texas Society of CPAs and the Institute of Management Accountants and acting as President of the Central Texas Chapter of CPAs. While serving in his role with the Central Texas Chapter of CPAs, he helped to establish the organization’s continuing education program and established a scholarship fund in his name. He believed in giving back to the community and served in leadership roles for a number of civic and charitable organizations. He was a longtime Treasurer for several local organizations including Caritas, the Waco Performing Arts/Waco Hippodrome Theatre and the Waco Arts Center. Derral also believed in giving back to the church – he served as a Deacon at Spring Street Baptist Church, where he and his family were active for many years. More recently, he served as a Deacon of First Baptist Church Hubbard, where he and his wife, Betty, were active members. Derral’s other true passion was his family. He would literally light up when around them and loved each of them unconditionally, both through his words and actions. He played an active role in each of their lives, faithfully attending band concerts, half-time shows, baseball games and dance recitals in support of his children and grandchildren over the years. He and his family enjoyed spending time together on the beach in Port Aransas and at the family’s farm. Time spent together at the farm was particularly special. Whether it was celebrating the holidays, riding the tractor with PaPa decked out in his overalls, making homemade ice cream, roasting marshmallows, planting and harvesting the annual garden or playing endless games of “42,” this time together was priceless and will be cherished by Derral’s family for many years to come. He and his wife enjoyed attending Lady Bears basketball games, near and far, and loved to travel. Over the years, they were able to make many international trips with a group of lifelong friends. Derral was preceded in death by his parents, Maglee Chase Parks and Claude Parks.He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Parks of Waco; two daughters, D’Ann Lavine and husband, Mark, of Sugarland and Denise Parks Burrell and husband, David, of Carrollton; sister, Claudine Everett of Denton; and other cherished family and friends. The greatest loves of his life were his grandchildren, Graham Hampton Lavine, Cameron Grace Lavine and Piper Jensen Burrell. Pallbearers will include Larry Jaynes, Donn McMahan, Joe McKenzie, Mike Reitmeier, Kenneth Knowles, and Billy Rose.The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. John Warner and Dr. Kevin Courtney of UT Southwestern Medical Center. We can never thank you enough for the gift of time that you gave us.In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Caritas or First Baptist Church Hubbard Building Fund. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com.

Dr. Luther P. Turner III, BS ’61, of Arlington, TX, died March 17 at age 78. Luther was raised in Waco and had lived in Arlington for many years. Luther attended Baylor University and received his doctorate degree in Chemistry in 1961. He was a research chemist for many years and taught chemistry at TCC in Arlington for 14 years. He retired from TCC. He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Luther Jr. and Lillian Turner. Survivors include his wife and soulmate of 23 years, Mary; his son, Trent Turner, and three grandchildren. A Celebration of Life was held in the chapel at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco on April 18, 2018. Another Celebration of Life will be held for friends in Tarrant County at the home of Martha Warren in Arlington on Sunday, May 20, 2018. Please RSVP to martha2cool@sbcglobal.net.

Gail Wayne Wallace, BA ’61, of Silver Spring, MD, died April 16 at age 79. He passed peacefully at home with his beloved wife, Joyce, by his side. Survivors include six daughters, Cynthia Edwards of Kansas City, KS, Rebecca Ayers (Munsey) of Arvada, CO, Kelli Wallace of Denver, CO, Tiffany Williams (Ken) of Wilmington, NC, Stephanie Lawson (Rob) of Wilmington, NC, and Melissa Wallace; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wade and Agnes Wallace; four brothers, Mark Wallace, Leonard Wallace, Fay Wallace, and Roy Wallace; three sisters, Audrey Pekala, Irene Malone, and Ruth Snelling; and his grandson, Austin Ayers. Visitation services will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, at Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, 11800 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday in the chapel at Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, followed by interment at George Washington Cemetery in Adelphi, MD. Published in The Washington Post

Henry Milton Apperson, BA ’62, MA ’69, of Whitney, TX, died March 25 at age 84. Celebration of Life Service:  2PM Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel.

Henry was born in 1933 on the Gulf Coast in Beaumont to Thomas Jefferson and Mary Bush Apperson.  He attended Nederland High School and received numerous high school academic and athletic awards. He was class president, a 4-H Gold Star winner, and also lettered in multiple sports.  He was given the nickname “Whistle Britches” by his football coach, “Bum” Phillips.

Henry held a B.A. and M.A. in History from Baylor University.  His professional career included serving churches in Texas and California as a Baptist Minister, a seismologist in offshore oil exploration, a flood control engineer in California, and developed a program of road relocation studies around Lake Waco in 1960-61 for the McLennan County Engineer.

Henry found his way to McLennan Community College in 1968, where he taught U.S. History and designed the first Geography course for MCC that same year.  Henry was the “Voice of the Highlanders”, broadcasting for over 25 years, and often traveled with the teams to out of town games (including the JUCO Baseball World Series in Colorado).

Through MCC’s professional development program, Henry produced several volumes of work on the devastation of the New Orleans basin by Hurricane Katrina; chemical pollution from refineries in the Houston area; a hands-on study of the “Virginia Dynasty” of George Washington, James Monroe, and Thomas Jefferson; and a visual presentation of his trip to the Berlin Wall a week after it was dismantled in November 1989. Henry involved his students in a project to research the West Fertilizer plant explosion.  The 6 volume results were handed over to the First Baptist Church of West to be donated to the West City Library. He is also the author of the book “A History of West, Texas 1836-1920”.

Perhaps Henry’s favorite work was sharing the story of the excavation of the Steamboat Arabia, which sank in 1856 and was excavated in 1989. More than 200 tons of artifacts can now be seen at the Arabia Museum in Kansas City, Mo.

As an educator, Henry’s philosophy was simply “people are more important than things”. This was clearly demonstrated by many former students who kept in touch with him and MCC through regular communication.  As a long-time fixture in the history department of MCC, he was inducted into the MCC Hall of Fame and retired in Aug of 2017 marking 49 years.

Some of Henry’s hobbies included playing golf at Bosque Valley Golf Course in Meridian and being an avid bass fisherman (once owning a fishing guide service).  He was a season ticket holder for the Baylor Lady Bears basketball games; had a pilot’s license at one time and had a huge love for books. He was a member of the Whitney Masonic Lodge #355 A.F.& A.M..

He was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Combs, and brother, Tommy Apperson.

Henry is survived by his wife, Darlene; daughters, Shariett Lynn Apperson, Lora JaNelle Grimes and husband, Rick; sons, Corwin Scott Apperson and wife, Jaki, Joseph Mitchell Apperson, Chad Pelham and Justin Towlsee; sisters, Jackie Hankins, Gayle Ingram and husband, Homer, Beth Votaw and husband, Dennis, Gloria Schroeder and husband, Ron; sister-in-law, Sandy Apperson; brother-in-law, Milton Neese and wife, Linda; grandchildren, Angela Carroll, Eli Salem and wife, Jane, Joshua Grimes and wife, Alex, Marcus Grimes, Zakree Apperson and wife, Brooke, Leah Apperson, Destini Pelham, Haleigh Deal and husband, Jacob and Mason Pelham; great-grandchildren, George, Sarina, Reece, Charley, Gracie and Tinzleigh; “adopted” daughter, Kate McKee and husband, Cris, along with granddaughter, Gracie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to McLennan Community College, Henry Apperson Scholarship or go to www.mclennan.edu/foundation.

James Bryan Berryhill Jr., BA ’62, MSEd ’78, a retired Baylor University administrator, died March 30 at his home in Waco. He was 81. A memorial service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery in Waco on Tuesday, April 3 at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Matt Snowden officiating. A fellowship time for everyone to be with the family will be held in the parlor of the First Baptist Church of Waco following the service. Family visitation will be held at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey funeral home in Waco on Monday, April 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. “Judge”, as he was affectionately known since his adolescence, was born March 31, 1936, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of James and Wilmoth Berryhill. His family moved from Freeport, Texas to Angleton, Texas when he was three years old. He graduated from Angleton High School in 1954. On August 12, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life Jerrie Lee Harris. After graduation, James and Jerrie moved to Waco where James attended Baylor University and earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. He worked his way through college with jobs at Central Freight Lines, the Waco Tribune-Herald, Texas Brick Distributing Company, and the United States Postal Service. In 1966, he began his 38 years of service at Baylor University. During his tenure at Baylor, James held positions as the Director of Admissions, Registrar, Advisor and Counselor, and the Certification Officer in the School of Education. As the Certification Officer, he served on the founding committee for the first Texas Association of Certification Officers (TACO) and was treasurer for the first six years of the organization’s existence. Along with his wife and Mrs. Lucille Brigham, he served as faculty advisor and sponsor to the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority for 19 years. In 2002, he was honored by Epsilon Epsilon as Alumnus of the Year. He was named Baylor Outstanding Staff Member in 2001 and Advisor of the Year 2002-2003. Jim was a life member of the Baylor Alumni Association. He was also a member of the Baylor-Waco Foundation. A generous, giving, caring, sincere, and man full of gratitude, he was known as a true CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) to others. He retired in 2004 and spent time traveling with his wife and enjoying his family that he loved very much. He also spent more time pursuing his passion of collecting stamps, letter openers, and U.S. Post Office memorabilia. J.B. served as President and Treasurer of the Heart of Texas Stamp Club and was a Director for the Texas Philatelic Association. He also served as a member of The McLennan County Historical Commission. Preceding James in death were his parents, James and Wilmoth Berryhill; brother, Roy Henderson Berryhill; and sister, Anna Sue Brown.Survivors include his best friend and wife of 62 years, Jerrie Lee; son, Bryan Berryhill and wife Angela of Burleson, TX; daughter, Kristen (Kristy) Cox and husband Jordan of Belton, TX; grandchildren, Lindsey Lee Snyder and husband Jarrod of Mansfield, TX, Bethany Jo Spain and husband Brandon of Euless, TX, Jordan Lee Cox of Rogers, AR, Ryley Bryanne Cox of Belton, TX, Megan Dees and Kaleah Dees of Burleson, TX. Other survivors are brothers-in-law, John Brown of West Columbia, TX, and Roy “Butch” Harris and wife Pat of Angleton, TX; and sister-in-law, Suzanne Berryhill of Kerrville, TX. Other survivors include numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends, including best friends Jim and Pat Busby of Waco. Pallbearers are Jim Busby, Homer Dale Cox, Craig Cox, Chuck Borsellino, Brandon Spain, and Royce Walston. James and his family express heartfelt gratitude to all those with Hospice who served and ministered to them. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Foundation, 500 Webster, Waco, TX 76706 or to The Berryhill Family Education Scholarship, Office of University Development, One Bear Place #97050, Baylor University, Waco, Texas 76798-7050. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com.

Rev. Joan Marie Pearson Maynard, BA ’62, of Columbus, OH, died April 23 at age 77. Joan was the daughter of Forest and Jennie (Gigi) Pearson. She graduated from Austin High School and Baylor University. She earned an M.S. in Education. She was a Licensed Professional Counselor and an ordained Deacon in the Episcopal Church. Joan retired from OSU Hospital where she served the NICU as staff chaplain. She spent summers traveling with her grandson, Andrew. Joan was an extraordinary gardener and a strong supporter of the arts. She is survived by her children, Greg Maynard, Patricia Breland, Alicia Maynard, and Elizabeth Compton; grandsons, Andrew Maynard and Malcolm Compton; sons-in-law, Louis Breland and Blake Compton; and her sisters, Patricia McDermott and Judy Smith. Joan's family is grateful to her loving friends and caregivers who guided and helped the family care for her. A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Upper Arlington on Friday, May 11, at 4pm. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to CATCH Court for survivors of human trafficking at Freedomalacart.org. Published in The Columbus Dispatch

Robert Connell Park, BA ’63, of Houston died Feb. 13 at age 78. SERVICE: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at the Connell Mausoleum in Greenwood Memorial Park. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to Cook Children's Hospital, 801 Seventh Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104; St. Luke's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 2506, Stephenville, TX 76401; or a charity of your choice. Robert Connell Park was born Nov. 17, 1939, in Fort Worth, the son of Harriett "Hattie Bess" Wallace Park and Harry Morton Park Sr. He was the grandson of Blanche Connell Young and Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Park, and the great-grandson of W.E. and Hattie Connell. He was a 1957 graduate of Stephenville High School, attended William Jewell College, Liberty, Mo., and earned a B.A. degree in History from Baylor University and an M.A. in Library Science from the University of Denver. During his lifelong career, he worked as librarian at the Fort Worth Public Library; archivist of the Texas Collection at The Rosenberg Library, Galveston; medical librarian at St. Luke's-Texas Children's Hospital, Houston; retiring as librarian from the Dental Branch of UT Health Science Center in Houston. He was respected by the medical professionals and staff as well as his library colleagues, with whom he remained friends long after retirement. Robert enjoyed living in Houston and was a longtime supporter of the arts. He particularly enjoyed the museums, theater, and his beloved Houston Symphony. He will be remembered for always having an amusing story or anecdote to delight his friends and for his New Year's Day open house. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Dr. Albert A. Lilly. SURVIVORS: His brother, Harry Morton Park Jr. and wife, Margy; sister, Mary Park Lilly; nieces, Adrienne Park Long and husband, John, and Erinn Park Barefield and husband, Jeremiah; and nephews, Albert Artice Lilly III and Robert Park Lilly, great-nieces and great-nephews; and many friends. Published in Star-Telegram

Joni A. Treadaway, BA ’63, of Corinth, TX, died April 15 at age 77.She was born on March 21, 1941 to Charles and Vera (Terrell) Tedford in Wichita Falls, Texas. Joni (“Granabell” to her five grandchildren) enjoyed singing, writing, cooking, gardening, traveling, and church. She poured her heart and soul into everything she did and everyone in her life. Much like her delicious recipes that will be passed down to future generations, so will the unforgettable memories associated with her. Joni was a proud graduate of Baylor University - Class of 1963. While on a mission trip in Idaho, she met the love of her life, a fellow Texan who became her husband of almost 55 years, Air Force Col. Robert E. Treadaway (retired). She was a retired Irving ISD middle school teacher, and continued her love of teaching by being a substitute teacher for Denton ISD. Joni will be missed dearly, thought of often, and always loved.

She is survived by her husband, Robert (“Bob”) Treadaway; son David Treadaway and grandchildren Riley and Colton of Flower Mound, Texas; son Christopher Treadaway and wife Melissa, and grandchildren Madeline, Savannah and Dax of Denton, Texas; sister Carolyn (Tedford) Looney and family of Wichita Falls, Texas; sister-in-law Katherine Tedford of Wichita Falls, Texas; and numerous amounts of cousins, nieces and nephews.

We want to thank all of those at The Village at Valley Creek Memory Care in Denton, Texas for your help caring for our beloved Joni, and to her church family at Southmont Baptist.  

A memorial service will be held on April 20, 2018 at Southmont Baptist Church in Denton, Texas at 2:00pm. At Joni’s request, her remains will be cremated and her ashes interred at The Celina Cemetery, at Robert E. Treadaway’s family plot.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family asks that donations be made in Joni’s honor to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.

Judy Daniel, BA ’64, of Kemp, TX, died Aug. 18, 2017.

Joyce Tyler Dicken, BA ’65, MSEd ’78, of Saratoga Springs, NY, died April 21 at age 89. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 27, 2018 at Gholson Cemetery, with Rev. Todd Pick officiating. Joyce was born October 14, 1928 in Gholson, TX, the first of three children born to Franklin J. and Allie Mae (Ryals) Tyler. She graduated from Riesel High School as Valedictorian of her class in 1946. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Baylor University in 1965, Masters of Arts Degree from Baylor in 1978 and post graduate courses at Columbia University in New York City, NY. Joyce lived in Manhattan where she taught elementary school for over 20 years. In the evenings and summers she taught Adult Education courses for the New York Board of Education. She was a member of St. Thomas Fifth Avenue Church where she was very active on the fund raising committee for their St. Thomas Men and Boys Choir who were considered to be the leading ensemble in the United States for the Anglican Choral tradition. While living in New York City, Joyce enjoyed attending Broadway shows and the April in Paris Balls, eating at famous restaurants, sitting on the benches by East River watching boats and people, and her travels to Texas and many other countries including England, Russia and France.  After her retirement, she moved to the Village of Saratoga Springs, New York. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Joe Allen Tyler and Franklin J. Tyler Jr.; and a nephew, Michael W. Tyler. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Marcia Tyler; a nephew and nieces, Keith Tyler and Nicky Holland, Valerie Hindman and husband Curtis, and Lisa Tyler; a great niece and nephew, Bridgette Leonard and husband Richard, and Tyler Hindman; and many great great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Dr. Steven Scott Pierson, ’64, of High Point, NC, died Jan. 30 at age 72. Immediate burial will take place at Oakwood Municipal Cemetery on Friday, February 2nd 2018 at 11am. Services provided by Sechrest Funeral Service of High Point.

Ralph George Parliament Jr., BBA ’65, of San Antonio died Feb. 10 at age 77. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph, Sr. and Ella Hahn Parliament. Ralph was a graduate of University High School and Baylor University, Waco, TX, with a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. He retired as a District Manager with AT&T in 1991, after 30 years of service, he was also a Life Member of the AT&T Pioneers and the Beaumont Lodge No. 286. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife, Lettie Parliament and loyal fur-baby Maxx; stepchildren, Arthur T. Maldonado and Monica Rainey; daughter, Wendy Dornbusch; granddaughters, Kayla Dornbusch Justice and husband, Jacob, Paige Parliament, Paxton Parliament; grandsons, Jonathon Rainey, Kyle Rainey and Aaron Dornbusch; great grandson, Kayson Cole Rainey and father-in-law, Arturo M. Gomez; special cousins, Margaret and Richard Mondragon and his buddy, Gilbert Maldonado, who was a good friend. Ralph is also survived by his estranged son, Phillip; estranged step-daughter, Jennifer Perez and estranged granddaughter, Tina Rainey. Ralph meant a lot to so many people, blessing every life he touched. He was a man of integrity and honesty, but he also knew how to pull a good prank or tell a joke. He was always the first to jump in and help others, without blinking an eye. Ralph lived a full life in his 77 years, enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, hunting, never missed watching his Baylor Bears football team, an avid reader and especially enjoyed his trips to Las Vegas, never passing up the opportunity of hitting a lucky slot machine. He was a huge Elvis fan, in which his trademark signature was TKA, (The Kings Agent). The world was a better place with him in it, he will be sorely missed beyond words. Ralph is now with his other fur-baby Kody Lee Brown Jr., who has been waiting for him at the Rainbow Bridge and they now enjoy their daily walks. The family would like to give a special thanks to Sonterra Health Center and staff, especially to Ali and Gloria for all the care they provided to Ralph. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Porter Loring Mortuary North. A special note that was posted on Ralph's mother's obituary dated September 1971: "All my infirmities have been nailed to the cross. I've been over rough roads, He always has gone before me. I trust Him to go before me tomorrow. He is my Jesus, I've loved Him all these years, and He has loved me all these years. If it is fate that we meet tomorrow, that is all right too. I'm not saying I want to die, but I want to be ready. I love the Lord. Ralph knows it. The Lord gave me Ralph to love and to cherish and to raise up and be a good boy. I'm not afraid. I'm not. There's a shadow, but I'm not afraid. 

When the chips were down He was there. He always showed me the way. It may not be the way I figured, but it was a good way. This isn't the first time the path has been troubled. He has gone before. I do have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and in the power of His Cross. It has been made alive in me. I love the Holy Spirit. "Stay with me, and keep me calm through the night! I love you, Jesus! Don't leave me Jesus!" I have an advocate with the Father. When I get down and can't pray, He prays for me. Father, pray for me!" Now, Mother and Son are reunited. 

Kaye Kaylor Reed, BM ’65, of Abilene, TX, died March 5 at age 76. Kaye Frances Reed passed away March 5, 2018. A visitation will be 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Elmwood Funeral Home, 5750 Hwy 277 South. Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Friday, March 9, 2018, in the Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow the service in Elmwood Memorial Park. Kaye was born October 5, 1941, to Paul and Ruth Kaylor in Springfield, Missouri. Kaye graduated from Baylor University in 1965 with a bachelor's degree in church music. Kaye was an amazing and talented pianist, keyboardist, and accompanist. She was an animal lover, especially of dogs. Most importantly, Kaye was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother that will be missed every day. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Ruth Kaylor; and her daughter, Paula Kaye Davis. Kaye is survived by her husband, Mike Reed of Abilene, TX; son, Evan Reed and his wife Julie of Waco, TX; and granddaughter, Rebekah Reed of Wiesbaden, Germany. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Hospice of the Big Country or Elmcrest Baptist Church. Online condolences may be shared with the family through the obituary link at www.elmwoodfuneral.com. Published in Abilene Reporter-News

William Rios Saucedo Jr., BA ’67, of Duncanville, TX, died Feb. 23 at age 74. William (Bill) was born on October 23, 1943 in Dallas, Texas to William R. Sr. (Willie) and Eloise Saucedo. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School and went on to graduate from Baylor University, and earned his masters degree from Southern Methodist University. A devoted son, brother, friend, husband, father, grandfather, educator, and coach, Bill is survived by his loving wife, Velia; three children, Cyndi Saucedo Ortega, Adam (Laura) Saucedo, Kristine (Alex) Duran; two grandchildren, Juliet Grace Saucedo and Sonny James Duran; brothers, Ben Saucedo, Manuel Saucedo; and numerous nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Louis Saucedo and Michael Saucedo. Bill took pride in being a teacher and coach at several high schools in the Dallas Independent School District. He retired in 2006 after 34 years of service. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and closely followed his alma maters’ sports teams. A special thank you to the Intensive Care Unit nurses and doctors at Methodist Charlton Hospital, Dallas, for their tireless care and support in his final days. The family will receive family and friends on Friday, March 2, 2018 from 5-9pm at the Calvary Hill Funeral Home with Rosary at 7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the North Chapel of Calvary Hill Cemetery on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 12pm followed by the burial at Calvary Hill Cemetery. Published by Dignity Memorial

Roxanne Soroosh Snell, BA ’67, of Morrison, CO, died March 8 at age 72. She is survived by her husband Gary D. Snell. After growing up in Weatherford, TX, Roxanne lived most of her life in Colorado. She taught school in Jefferson County for over 25 years. She also worked for Frontier Airlines, worked as a tour guide, and volunteered as a guide at Denver International Airport. The Snells enjoyed traveling and made numerous trips to Europe, the Pacific, Canada, Latin America, and across the U.S. Roxanne had an MSED degree from Colorado State University. She was a believer in Jesus Christ and is laid to rest in His arms.

Dianne Mangum, BA ’68, of Seguin, TX, died March 3 at age 71. with her husband and children lovingly by her side. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Tres Hewell Mortuary from 5 to 7 p.m. Services celebrating her life will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Brice Mandaville officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery. She was born in Palestine, Texas on March 20, 1946 to William LeRoy Griffith and Gladys Shelton Griffith. She was a graduate of Palestine High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from Baylor University. She retired from teaching at La Vernia Junior High School. Dianne served her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at First Baptist Church; she loved volunteering at Vacation Bible School, taught Sunday School, volunteered in the Church Library, and sang with the Glory Singers Choir. Dianne was preceded in death by her daughter, Mandy Lynn Mangum, parents LeRoy and Gladys Griffith, sister Patricia Griffith Crabtree, and brother-in-law Frederick (Put) Crabtree. She is survived by her husband, Ken Mangum of Seguin Texas; daughter and son-in-law Melanie and Seth Thornton; their three children William, Claire, and Samuel Thornton; son and daughter-in-law Kyle and Christina Mangum and their daughter Abigail Mangum, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Dianne was a strong and selfless woman who loved her family. Her life brought sweet joy to those around her, with her characteristic wit, a joyful laugh, and never ending love. She served alongside her husband and loved him well through 45 years of marriage. Her beauty on the inside and out, her strength in faith, her character, and her tenderness made for a fairy tale life. As a mother to her two children she brought a sweetness to life, constantly taught and instructed her children, loved on them relentlessly, and became the closest of friends with them later in life. Though missed the family takes comfort in her faith through Jesus Christ and know she is praising our Savior. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church 1314 E. Cedar St., Seguin, TX 78155 or Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation (Hospice Services) (http://grmedfoundation.org/), 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155 or a ministry of your choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.

Richard H. Sams III, BBA ’68, of St. Petersburg, FL, died March 8 at age 71. He was born in San Antonio, TX and being part of a military family, traveled much throughout his life. Richard attended Baylor University where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. He later went to work within the Defense Contracting industry as an Electrical Buyer. He is survived by his loving family. Anderson-McQueen Funeral Home.Published in Tampa Bay Times

Catherine Anne Stoval, BSN ’68, of Granada Hills, CA, died Feb. 13 at age 71. Catherine Anne Stovall was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts on May 2, 1946, to Burrow and Evelyn (Downey) Stovall.  She grew up in Ennis, Texas and graduated from Ennis High School in 1964.  After high school, Catherine entered Baylor University and graduated with a BSN, with a specialization in psychiatric nursing.  She spent most of her adult life in service to VA hospitals in Dallas, San Antonio, Indianapolis and Los Angeles, where she made her home. After retirement from the VA, she joined the Los Angeles County Jail System as a psychiatric counselor for several years. In Los Angeles, Catherine met Mel de la Garza, and they entered into a 30-year union of love and support. Catherine was an animal lover, and she adopted, rescued and cared for many animals through the years, including her beloved chihuahua, Benny Binion Stovall. Catherine had a warm and charismatic personality and connected with people wherever she went.  Family and friends were always welcome in her home and knew they would be greeted with love, food, fun and laughter. She was a bright flame among us and will forever live in the hearts of her husband, Mel; brother and wife, Henry Tom and Karen Stovall; sister, Mary Stovall Maldonado; sisters-in-law and husbands, Elvira and Jerry Fairman and Juanita and Don Greenwood; nieces and nephews, Melanie, Jake, Jensen, Larry, Cari, Missy, Emma, Richard, Stephanie, Hannah, Krista, Lillie, Letha, Marissa, Brendon, Kendall, Ray, Rachel, Danny, Mary Evelyn and Steven. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Carl W. Stovall and sister, Sally Rizzo Stovall. A graveside memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 17 at 11:00 am in Myrtle Cemetery.  Reverend Henry Tom Stovall will officiate. Published by J.E. Keever Mortuary

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Morris W. Commander, BBA ’70, of Bremond, TX, died March 7 at age 70. He was born to L.M. and Dorot hy Elizabeth Corn Commander in Hearne on October 24, 1947. Morris graduated from Franklin High School and Baylor University with a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a Minor in Economics. Morris served in the Army for six years and the Army National Guard for five years. He married Robin Rose Slawitsky in Houston, Texas on June 5, 1987. They have lived in Bremond for ten years previously living in Wichita Falls. He was a member of the Franklin Lions Club, JC’s of Houston, and American Alliance of Franklin and Wichita Falls. Morris was preceded in death by his father, L.M. Commander; sister, Margret Elizabeth Commander; father-in-law, Louis Slawitsky; and brother-in- law, Jerry Naughton. Morris is survived by his Wife of almost 31 years, Robin Commander of Bremond; Mother, Dorothy Commander of Easterly; Mother-in-law, Janet Slawitsky; Brother, Ray Commander and wife, Barbara of Bremond; Brother-in-Law, Allen Slawitsky and wife, Joanne; Sister-in-Law, Sharon Naughton; Numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and friends. In lieu of flowers the family request that you donate to your favorite charity. Visitation was held on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Bremond Memorial Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Services were held on Friday, March 9, 2018 at the Bremond Memorial Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Interment at the Commander Family Cemetery. Officiating was Rev Dennis Williams with Music by Dennis Williams and Becky Hoffpauir. Pallbearers were: Walter Commander, Mar vin Ray Commander, Stephen Commander, Sam Williams, Jeffery Hefti, and Patrick Danielczyk. Arrangements were under the direction of Bremond Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. Psalms 23:3 The Lord is m y shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and t hy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Published in the Franklin Advocate

Wanda Gail McWhirter, BA ’70, passed peacefully from this world April 8, 2018 with her family by her side. She was 69. Gail was the oldest of four children born to Malcolm and Nadine Meinkowsky Freedman. She was born in Clifton, Texas and grew up in Robinson, Texas. After graduating high school she attended McLennan Community College and then graduated from Baylor University with a BA in Education. During Gail’s forty-two years of teaching she taught in Killeen, Liberty, and Dayton, TX. Gail enjoyed traveling, reading, and learning about Geology. She was a long time active member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton where she played the organ. She also volunteered her time to the Trinity Valley Baptist Association Food Bank. Gail was preceded in death by her father Malcolm Freedman and her husband Delbert Wayne McWhirter. She leaves behind to cherish her memory: daughter Kimberly Wood and husband Chris; son Clint McWhirter; Mother Nadine Freedman; sister Jan Robbins; sister Teresa Kirk and husband Russell; brother Jerry Freedman and wife Rachel; special friend Ron E. Heinen; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition she is the Mamaw to her fur-grandbabies Foster, Bridgette, Maggie, and Ryder. A memorial service for Gail will be held 3PM Wednesday April 11, 2018 at Calvary Baptist Church, 4031 FM 1960 Dayton, Texas. Visitation will be held one our prior to the service. Condolences and memories can be shared online at www.allisonfuneralservice.com.

David W. Tolbert, BBA ’70, of Dallas died April 5 at age 70. David was born in Waco to parents Richard E. Tolbert and Jerrell D. Tolbert on February 5, 1948 who have predeceased him. David attended Baylor University in Waco and received a B.B.A in Management/Marketing and achieved the Dean's list. David had a highly successful career in the Advertising Industry to include Clear Channel Radio in Dallas. David received ongoing recognition and awards from Clear Channel throughout his career. David is survived by his loving Husband Michael Whatley, sister Gaynell Adams and Brother In Law George Adams and cousins Wayne and Bobbi Pratt and Bob and Mary Ann Pickens. A celebration of David's life will be hosted by Michael Whatley and Gaynell Adams Sunday, May 6 at 1:00pm at the town North, Community Center Pool area. Please RSVP to Buck Gibbs @ buckgibbs@gmail.com.Published in Dallas Morning News

Virginia Ann “Ginger” Kemp Ward, BS ’70, of Atlanta, GA, died April 14 at age 70. Born March 29, 1948 in Amarillo, Texas, she died on Saturday, April 14, 2018, after an extended illness. Ginger is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jinsie Ward Preddy and Michael Preddy, and two grandchildren, Adam and Sage; a brother, Carl Lee Kemp in Dimmitt, Texas, a sister, LaDawn Kemp Reichling in Marin County, California; and sister-in-law, Dona Ward, of Atlanta. Ginger was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Louise Kemp, and her husband, Dr. Leland Ward of Atlanta. Ginger grew up in Dimmitt, Texas and later went on to Baylor University in Waco, Texas, graduating in 1966. After working in Dallas, she moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she met the love of her life, Leland Ward. She worked as a dental assistant and for many years taught pre-school at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church. Ginger was beloved by all of her friends and relatives and her spirit will live on through all who knew her. A service honoring Ginger will be held on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 1:00 pm at H.M. Patterson & Son Spring Hill. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Atlanta Children's Shelter, www.acsatl.org. Ward, Virginia Ann Kemp "Ginger"

Dr. Byron “B. B.” Brown, EdD ’71, of Waco died April 4 at age 86. He was born March 24, 1932 in Jewett, Texas to Byron and Jewel Brown. He married Margaret Claire Beall on June 2, 1958 and celebrated 59 years of marriage together. Byron attended Jewett High School graduating in 1949. From there he went on to Lon Morris Junior College, Jacksonville, Texas earning an Associate of Arts Degree - 1952; Southwestern University, Georgetown, Texas - 1954 earning a Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Physical Education and a Minor in History; The University of Texas, Austin, Texas - 1958 earning a Master of Science Degree with a Major in Physical Education and a Minor in Education; Baylor University, Waco, Texas - 1970 earning a Doctor of Education Degree with a Major in Educational Administration and a Minor in Educational Psychology. He served in the United States Marine Corps stationed in Quantico, VA and Camp Pendleton, CA. as a Platoon, Machine Gun and Company Commander. He retired with a rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Byron had an extensive Administrative, Teaching and Professional resume. The University of Texas 1956 to 1958; Texarkana Junior College 1958 to 1960; La Vega High School 1960 to 1968, 1970 to 1971; Baylor University 1968 to 1977; Connally I.S.D. 1977 to 1996 ending his career in August as Superintendent of Schools. Byron had numerous Publications to his credit including Texas School Board Journal, Volume 19, September 1971 and Texas Study of Secondary Education, No. 9, 1972-1972.He was a Professional Member of the Texas Association of School Administrators, Texas Association of Secondary School Principals, Texas Middle School Association and Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association. His community service included serving as an Alderman for the City of Northcrest, Chalk Bluff Water Board Member, Chairman for the Criminal Justice Division, Heart of Texas Council of Governments, Member of the Little League Board of Directors, President of the Connally Band Booster Club and a Special Deputy of the McLennan County Sheriff Department. Byron was preceded in death by his parents, Byron Brown and Jewel Brown. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret; daughters, Rebecca Lynn Brown and Brian Mann of Forney, Texas, Laura Beth Chapoy and husband, Orlando, of Sachse, Texas; grandchildren, Kyle Bradley Hancock and wife, Kimberly, of Rowlett, Texas, Megan Lynn Hancock of Wylie, Texas, Alyssa Claire Hardin of Sachse, Texas, and Hannah Chapoy of Dallas, Texas; great-granddaughters, Tinley Renee Potts of Wylie, Texas, Kilyn and Kaivyn Hancock of Rowlett, Texas. Byron's wish was to will his body to the UTSW Medical School. No pending service. The family requests donations be made to the Marine Toys for Tots and Salvation Army. Published in Waco Tribune-Herald

Thomas Booth Gross, BBA ’71, of Bedford, TX, died April 5 at age 70. Tom was born, November 14, 1947, in Waco, Texas, to Dorothy Redding and William Presley Gross. Tom graduated from Richfield High School in Waco, in 1966, and attended Baylor University where he earned a B.S. in Business. Tom participated in the family grocery business in Waco for many years. He was married at this time to Phyllis Emmons Gross and they had two children Robert and Amy. They later moved to Memphis, where he worked with MS Carriers. After retirement, Tom became an active member in his recovery fellowship in Waco. After meeting Jane Overby, they moved with his mother to Bedford, Texas. They become involved in their recovery community in their new home and shared their experience, strength, and hope with many others. Tom enjoyed going to the beach, where he got to spend time with his granddaughters. His other love was baseball and watching his grandsons play all their sports. A special joy in his life was Jane's daughter, Emily Florio and her daughter, Sophie. He is survived by his partner, Jane Overby; mother, Dorothy Gross; brother, Charles Gross and wife, Barbara, of Richardson, Texas; son, Robert Gross and wife, Angie of Savannah, Georgia, and their two daughters, Lydia and Jenna; daughter, Amy Anderson and husband, Bernard of Chandler, Arizona, and their two sons, Gavin and Shane; and his niece and nephews, whom he adored. Thank you for all your prayers and thoughts at this time, as this is what helps the family during these dark hours. But as we are sad, we are also joyful. Joy for the lessons he taught each of us and for the example that he was. Joy that he did not suffer or decline, but instead was positive and able to spend his time doing what her loved. He made a difference for so many, many people. J.E. Foust & Son Funeral Home

Richard “Dick” F. Neville, BS ’71, of Waco died March 30 at age 78. Neville was born on April 2, 1939 in Morrisville, NY, to Lynnwood and Myrtle Neville. Richard Neville received his education at Baylor University in Waco, served in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany and then opened AC Products in 1971. He enjoyed gardening, working on lawn mowers at his shop and watching NASCAR races. He is survived by Dawn Wiggins, life partner; two daughters, Audra Pruitt and RayAnn Wiggins of Waco; son, Michael Neville of Waco and wife, Mandy, Sabrina Schroeder of Arizona; his four grandchildren. He also leaves behind sisters, Nancy and Mary Ellen of New York; two sister-in-laws, Irene and Beverly in New York; and many nieces and nephews. No funeral services. Memorial potluck at 6 p.m., June 15, 2018, at Lacy Lakeview Civic Center.

Deborah Woodruff Voige, BBA ’71, of Waco died March 11 at age 69. Voige passed away, not without a fight, in Colorado, where she had gone weeks before for a ski trip. This was something she loved to do and it will forever be a mystery why her life ended this way. Faith in the Lord provided her comfort and continues to comfort her family. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, March 19, at Columbus Avenue Baptist Church, with The Rev. Josh Vaughan officiating and Sarah Miller assisting. The Visitation will be a Reception following the service in the Fellowship Hall. Deborah was born in Houston, Texas and was raised in Fort Worth, Texas. She grew up attending Sagamore Hill Baptist Church, and was very active in the youth and music programs. She moved to Waco to attend Baylor University, and remained there for the rest of her life. She earned a degree in accounting and proudly passed the CPA exam on her first attempt. She married Tom in a small service at her family home on May 11, 1971. Together Deb and Tom started an accounting practice, which remains today. A few years later they had their daughter, Hayley, and a few years after that the three of them took on Harold Waite's Pancake House as a second family business. People may wonder why Deb took a vacation during tax season. The answer is simple - Hayley asked her to come along. During her hospitalization she was concerned about her clients. Thankfully local professionals offered their time and her brave assistant Jamie has managed to keep the office under control. Two things provided Deb an escape - travel and exercise. She worked extremely hard, and she very much enjoyed her time off. She was raised to be curious and adventurous. Her grandmother, and avid traveler herself would say "see what you can see." As a little girl she traveled through Europe, the Holy Lands and through South America. As an adult she led group trips to New York City and to Paris. The three generations, Deb's mother Reba, Deb and Hayley traveled extensively. And after Reba's passing, Drew Thomas became the next in line. Deb loved showing her grandson what the world has to offer. Late last year they went to the top of the Empire State building, enjoying both the elevator ride and the view. Fitness helped to keep her focused and strong. As a young couple, she and Tom competed in triathlons. They also took family bicycling tours through Canada and Vermont. Here in Waco Deb enjoyed pilates and weight training and would take long evening walks on the Waco dam with Hayley. Family was Deb's passion. She made spending time together a priority. The family often had lunch together at the restaurant. And she and Hayley found joy in simply running errands together on the weekends. Deb also saw every moment as a teachable moment. Her father was a civil engineer and he instilled in her a love for problem solving and astronomy. This she shared with Drew Thomas. They used to look at the sky and talk about the phases of the moon and the constellations. They loved to create scavenger hunts and build Lego sets. Before bed they would read together and work crossword puzzles. Deb was a fierce competitor. She tackled every challenge head on. She encouraged everyone whom she believed in and always expected excellence. She was a ferocious advocate for the people close to her. Her pep talks would ignite courage and a will to keep on trying. Never give up. Never settle. She recently became mesmerized with "Hamilton" - "I'm not throwing away my shot" was constantly playing in her car. Her loss is big. Thankfully she and Tom and Hayley and Drew Thomas deliberately lived their lives as a family. No argument was insurmountable and no grudge lasted too long. The Voige family has always been and will continue to be very close. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Voige,; daughter, Hayley Voige; and grandson, Drew Thomas English. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Woodruff; mother, Reba Hinrichsen; step-father, Carl Hinrichsen; and brother, Paul Woodruff. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Columbus Avenue Baptist church. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com. 

James Shelton Breeden, BBA ’72, of Dallas went to be with the Lord March 1, 2018. He was 69. Jim was born in Bay City, Texas to Dr. Shelton E. Breeden and Mary James Sisk Breeden on February 28, 1949. He graduated from Bay City High School in 1967. Jim received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University. He also graduated from California Western School of Law and studied at the Center for Bilingual Multicultural Studies in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Jim led a successful legal career in Dallas for more than 30 years. He was a member of the State Bar of Texas and Texas Real Estate Commission. Jim also received an appointment to the Institutional Review Board and IACUC of Texas A&M University System Health Center, Baylor College of Dentistry and was a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. Jim loved family history and possessed a keen memory of past events. In recent years he had become quite an accomplished photographer. Always witty and engaging, Jim never met a stranger…a kind and gentle soul. Jim is survived by his brother, Robert Neil Breeden and wife Susan; sister, Mary Claire Pollard and husband, Kent; “Favorite Nieces”, Sarah Breeden, Elizabeth Breeden, Allyson Wright and husband Eric, Mary Leigh Caldwell and husband Brandon; “Favorite Grand Nieces”, Marilyn Caldwell, Stella Caldwell, and Vivian Caldwell; “Favorite Grand Nephew”, Hudson Wright; and uncle, Bobby Breeden. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Cedarvale Cemetery in Bay City with Dr. Michael Zimmerman officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.taylorbros.net. Arrangements are with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home, Bay City, Texas.

Sandra Lynn “Sandy” Holdcraft, BSN ’72, of Dallas died April 17 at age 68. Sandra Lynn “Sandy” Holdcraft was born November 10, 1949 in Dallas, Texas, to Mary Louise “Bird” Matthews and Alvin Donald Holdcraft. She was a miracle baby, premature, and weighing only 4 lbs., 8 oz., interesting because of her long career at Methodist Hospital and at Children’s Medical Center, Dallas, in children’s health. Most of her life was spent on the same property on North Clinton, where she died quietly on April 17. Sandy was always competitive and adventurous, starting as a little girl, trying to keep up with big brother, Ricky, and the neighborhood boys. At Dallas Sunset High School, she lettered in Debate and Tennis, forecasting her lifelong love of a good discussion and sports, graduation in 1968. In 2011, she was featured in the Sunset Alumni newsletter for her work at Children’s Medical Center. In 1972, she graduated in nursing from Baylor University, and had her RN and BSN. She worked at Methodist Hospital for several years, while also developing her golfing skills. In the mid-1980s, Sandy toured with the Women’s golf circuit, until an injury returned her to Dallas and nursing. Her vivacious personality was a perfect fit for pediatric nursing, and she could make even sick kids giggle. Her lively, fun loving spirit carried over into her friendships, and she became everyone’s best friend, or adopted family. Sandy was very involved in the continuing development of women’s amateur and professional golf. In 1992, she was on the Texas Ladies Amateur Golf Association Board, and chaired the first Texas LAGA Texas Cup tournament, in Dallas. She also became a serious, and competitive poker player! Several trips into China, with friends pursuing international adoption, resulted in some former “orphans” now being American citizens, and part of their own families, but Sandy’s extended family, as well. Sandy had a great love for her faithful four-legged companions, Scooter and Jaxsy. For many years, the three of them participated in Flyball, a fast-paced dog team-relay sport. Both will be buried with her, as she requested. Sandy was preceded in death by her mother, Louise Holdcraft, and father, Al Holdcraft. She is survived by her brother, Richard Ryan Holdcraft and wife Daisy; nephews, Ryan Matthew Holdcraft and wife Tracy, and David Austin Holdcraft; niece, Renee Louise Holdcraft; and several great nieces and nephews, as well as many cousins and a great circle of friends. A memorial service for Dallas friends will be Saturday, April 28, 2 pm, at Kessler Park United Methodist Church, 1215 Turner Ave., Dallas, Texas. A second celebration of her life will take place at the Coolidge Cemetery Chapel, Sunday, April 29, at 2 pm, Coolidge, Texas, where she will be buried near her mother and grandparents. Pastor Maureen Day will officiate.

James David McCollum Jr., BA ’72, of North Little Rock, AR, died April 30 at age 68. He was born March 2, 1950 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late James David "J.D." McCollum, Sr. and Marguerite Steger McCollum. He was a graduate of Kingsbury High School in Memphis and Baylor University. David was an award-winning sports journalist who worked for nearly four decades at the Log Cabin Democrat in Conway. He was a member of Second Baptist Church, Little Rock and served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Stanley McCollum; son, Gavin McCollum of North Little Rock; sister, Sharon Hart (Porter) of Millington, Tennessee; nieces, Leslie Hart, Katelyn Park (Bailey) from Memphis, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Margaret Stanley and niece, Shay Stanley of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and many close friends and colleagues. Visitation is planned for 10 a.m., Monday, May 7, followed by a Celebration of David's Life at 11 a.m. at Second Baptist Church, 222 East 8th Street, Little Rock. Online guestbook at www.SmithFamilyCares.com Memorials may be made to the church at www.2BCLR.com or Committee to Protect Journalists at www.CPJ.org Smith-North Little Rock Funeral Home Published in The Commercial Appeal

Earnest G. Pack, MSEd ’73, of Teague, TX, died Feb. 18 at age 80. Funeral services for Earnest G. Pack will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Bowers Funeral Home in Teague. Interment will follow the services at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Wednesday beginning at noon. Earnest was born in Stephenville to Calvin H. and Cecil Jones Pack. He grew up on the family farm and learned the value of hard work at an early age by harvesting crops, building and mending fences, feeding the livestock and milking the cows. He graduated salutatorian from Huckabay and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a Business Composite from Abilene Christian University and later received his Master’s Degree from Baylor University. He also studied finance and business administration at the University of North Texas and Federal Tax Laws and Ethics at the Louisiana Income Tax School. After his college days, he returned to Huckabay as head coach basketball coach and business teacher. He coached his basketball and baseball teams to district championships while teaching accounting and history. Earnest married Mary Kaye on July 29, 1966 and shared over fifty-one years of marriage together. Mr. and Mrs. Pack moved to Fort Worth where he worked for Fort Worth Christian Schools as Business Manager for a year before becoming Principal of the K-12^thgrade school as well as basketball coach where he again had success and won the Christian School Conference. In 1971, he and his family moved to Teague where he taught special education and driver’s education. He later became the supervisor of special education for the Bi-County Co-op in Fairfield. He later became the Director of the Co-op until his retirement in June of 2005. In 2010, Mr. Pack went back to work in Centerville as interim director of special education and retired a second time in 2012. Throughout many of his working years he also operated his own tax and bookkeeping business and served many clients and families. Mr. Pack was elected Mayor of Teague in 1998 and with the exception of a few years remained as such and was currently serving as Mayor. Throughout those years of service he refused to take the Mayor salary. He was a life member of the Texas State Teacher’s Association, a former member of the Texas Council of Special Education Administrators, the Teague and Fairfield Rotary Clubs, the Fairfield Kiwanis Club, and he was a past recipient of the Citizen of the year award from the Teague Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Pack was a faithful member of the Fairfield Church of Christ for many years and served as elder. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kaye Pack; one son, Greg Pack and wife Sandy all of Teague; two granddaughters, Megan Holmes and husband John, and Morgan Pack and Isai Serna; two great-granddaughters, Charlee Kaye Holmes and Hadley Marie Serna; two sisters, Lucille Bills and Rudene Adams both of Stephenville; one sister-in-law, Lana Hill; two nephews, Ronald McClatchy and Rodney McClatchy; other relatives and friends. The family requests memorials be made to Foster’s Home for Children, P.O. Box 978, Stephenville, TX 76401. Please visit our website at www.bowersfuneralhome.net to sign the memorial guestbook or to leave a message for the family.

Richard E. Sanders Jr., ’73, of El Campo, TX died Dec. 2, 2017, at age 73. 

Larry M. Cunningham, JD ’74, of Corpus Christi, TX, died Feb. 14 at age 73. Mr. Cunningham was born in Denton in 1944 to Ben and Cecil Cunningham. He graduated from Denton High School in 1963 and served with the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War. He was a graduate of the University of North Texas and Baylor University and practiced law for 43 years concentrating on court appointments and Child Protective Services cases in Corpus Christi. He enjoyed golf, video games, bowling, reading, travel and watching "Survivor" and supporting the Texas Rangers. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Jimmie Cunningham. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Anne; children, Heather Cunningham and Krystal Cunningham; and many other family and friends. A memorial service will be held at the Oso Beach Golf Course from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 26, where a memorial bench will be presented to honor him. Arrangements were entrusted to Limbaugh Funeral Home, Portland.

Susan Powell Woodruff, BSEd ’74, of Dallas died Feb. 22 at age 65. Funeral Services for Woodruff, formerly of Athens, TX, are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, February 26, 2018 at the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Athens with the Rev. Faulk Landrum officiating. Susan Marie Powell Woodruff was born June 26, 1952 in Athens, Texas the daughter of James Thurman Powell and Marnece Owens Powell. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Dallas, was a very musical person who loved to sing and play the piano. Her love was charity work and her job as a personal shopper. She was a loving daughter and niece and will be missed by all she knew and loved. She was preceded in death by her mother. Susan is survived by father Thurman Powell of Athens; two aunts, Loree Roberts of Athens, Fern Thomas and husband Bill of Mesquite and numerous cousins. Visitation will be held prior to the service on Monday from 1-2:00 P.M. at the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home of Athens. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home family. Published by Hannigan Smith Funeral Home

Jeannie Gigi Wright York, BS ’74, of Cleburne, TX, went to be with our Lord on March 19, 2018 with her loving husband of 43 years and her sister and best friend by her side. Services for Jeannie will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 23, 2018 at Nolan River Road Baptist Church with the Rev. Adam Mathews and the Rev. Royce Dodd officiating. Burial will follow at Cleburne Memorial Park Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6 8 p.m. Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Nolan River Road Baptist Church. Jeannie was born on September 19, 1952 in Alexandria, Louisiana to Loyd and Barbara Wright. She grew up in Grand Prairie and Lancaster, Texas until attending Baylor University in the fall of 1970.While at Baylor, Jeannie met her husband, the Rev. Larry York, and the two were married on August 17, 1974. In 1975, the newlyweds moved to Buffalo, Wyoming, where Jeannie served faithfully alongside her husband in the ministry as well as working at hospitals in both Sheridan and Buffalo as a medical technologist. 

In 1982, the couple welcomed their first child, Jared, and in 1986 their daughter, Brittany, was born. In 1988, the Lord brought Jeannie and Larry to Cleburne where Jeannie continued her career in the medical field while raising their two children. Jeannie faithfully served as a Sunday School teacher for the preschoolers at Nolan River Road Baptist Church for many years. 

She was diagnosed with cancer in 2014 and fought courageously every single day. She was a wonderful wife, dedicated mother, loving grandmother, and precious friend to many. 

Jeannie is survived by her devoted husband, Larry York of Cleburne; children, Jared York and wife, Megan, and Brittany Bowers and husband, Kelly, all of Granbury, Texas; siblings, Cindy Fountain and husband, David, of Waxahachie, Texas and Eric Wright and wife, Dee, of Mansfield, Texas; grandson, Declan York; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. 

Donations in Jeannie's memory may be made to: Nolan River Road Baptist Church Building Fund, 820 N. Nolan River Road, Cleburne, TX 76033. Published in Cleburne Times-Review

Robert Bruce Bartrug, BA ’76, of Oklahoma City, OK, died Feb. 16 at age 64. Robert was born February 3, 1954 in Oklahoma City to Vallard and Mildred (Graber) Bartrug. Robert attended Baylor University and received his degree in Business Administration. He then went on to attend the University of Central Oklahoma and received his Accounting degree. He worked for the Oklahoma Tax Commission as well as the Internal Revenue Service. He was preceded in death by his parents. Robert is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Nancy Bartrug of Yukon; nephew, Joshua Bartrug of Yukon; uncles and aunts, Stan and Evelyn Koehn and Roland and Helen Bahre, all of Kansas; as well as numerous cousins. A memorial service will be 1pm Tuesday at Guardian West Funeral Chapel with Pastor Gary Ellis officiating.

James Virgil Dorrell, BBA ’76, of Orange, TX, died March 12 at age 63. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph P. Daleo of St. Mary Catholic Church. Cremation is under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Burial of cremated remains will be held at a later date at Bethany Cemetery in Colmesneil, Texas. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., before the service begins at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on February 3, 1955, he was the son of Thomas Bervin Dorrell and Erma Jean Flowers. James attended Lutcher-Stark High School, class of 1973, where he was a star baseball athlete. He graduated from Baylor University with a degree in marketing and went on to work for DuPont for 38 years as a laboratory analyst. He had a passion for tennis and went on to become a certified teaching professional under USPTA. He followed the McNeese girls tennis team and mentored many high school tennis players for 30 years in Orange, Texas. He was an avid fan of Baylor University sports. He attended St. Mary Catholic Church and loved listening to and attending concerts of the Doobie Brothers. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Bervin Dorrell; and his mother-in-law, Virginia Goff Musemeche. He is survived by his mother, Erma Jean Dorrell Riley; loving wife of 41 years, Maria (Musemeche) Dorrell of Orange, Texas; children, Beau James Dorrell of Orange, Texas, Nicholas James Dorrell of Mid County, Texas; nephews, Seth Johnson and wife Erika of Sarasota, Florida, Adam Johnson and wife Jodi of Corinth, Texas; great-niece Rose Johnson; sister, Tommye J. Dorrell Johnson and husband Paul of Orange, Texas; brother, George B. Dorrell and Holli Hames Hay of Plano, Texas; brother-in-laws, Christopher and wife Lucinda Musemeche of Houston, Texas, Stephan Paul and wife Tammy Musemeche of Bronson, Texas; sister-in-law, Kate and Anne Morgan-Musemeche of Austin, Texas, Laura and husband Jonathan Yarbrough of Brenham, Texas; father-in-law, Frank Musemeche of Orange, Texas; beloved pets, Puppito and Lela; and grand dog, Nola. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Southeast Texas Hospice 912 W. Cherry, Orange, Texas; St, Judes- stjude.org or Humane Society 2050 Spindletop Ave. Beaumont, Texas 77705. The family would like to extend gratitude to Dr. Michael Amsden and all of the team at Southeast Texas Hospice for their care and support. Claybar Funeral Homes

James A. Lawless, BBA ’76, of Hewitt, TX, died Feb. 26 at age 63. Visitation will be from 6 pm to 8 pm at Oakcrest Funeral Home on Thursday, Mar. 1. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Friday, Mar. 2, at China Spring Cemetery. James was born September 4, 1954 in Paris, TX to Lona B. and Doyle Lawless. He graduated from Richfield High School in 1972. Afterwards, he moved on to Baylor University where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1976. He then began a lengthy career as a professional housekeeping director at hospitals and nursing homes around the state of Texas. He served numerous terms on the Texas State Housekeeper’s Board as well as the National Executive Housekeeper’s Association Board of Directors. James never met a stranger in his days and was always quick to share a story or joke. He loved to sing and the outdoors, especially hunting and snow skiing. James married Cindy Dickens on January 4, 1975 and to that marriage was born two sons, Justin James and Jeffrey Jack Lawless. James was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle K. and Lona B. Lawless; Maternal and paternal grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. James is survived by his sons: Justin Lawless and wife, Tara of Round Rock, and Jeffrey Lawless and wife, Angelique of Carrollton; grandchildren: Colton, Addison and Kayleigh Lawless; brother, Doyle Lawless Jr. and wife, Shirley of Waco; niece, Jennifer Grimm and husband Russell of Lorena. Also surviving are many loving cousins, family and friends. You may share a memory or send a message to the family at www.oakcrestwaco.com

Guy Mitchell McCollum, BBA ’76, of Fort Worth went to be with our Lord unexpectedly Monday morning, Feb. 12, 2018. Mr. McCollum was 64. SERVICE: A celebration of his life will be held 11 a.m. Monday in the sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth, 800 W Fifth St., with reception immediately following in the church's Wesley Hall. He will be laid to rest in Greenwood Memorial Park. Family and friends will gather from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the Great Room at Robertson Mueller Harper. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, consideration of contributions to the First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth, the Boy Scouts of America or a charity of your choice, in his memory, is suggested. Born in St. Louis, Mo., on Dec. 29, 1953, Guy was the son of Robert Miles and Marion Frances Silhavy McCollum. He moved with his family to Fort Worth in 1966 and graduated from Southwest High School in 1972 where he was a football and track athlete. He received a degree in business from Baylor University in 1976. Guy was a member of the Baylor Alumni Association as well as the Baylor Foundation. Following in their grandfather's, Ralph McCollum, footsteps Guy was raised in the scouting program. He was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout and the Order of the Arrow. He worked in real estate and appraisal and property tax assessment creating McCollum Consulting. The company merged with other companies in 2017 to become Quatro Tax LLC. Guy worked hard and played hard. Where there was a celebration or political event, he was there. His love for all things boating began at an early age; learning to water ski very early. All things boating turned into a true passion. His classic 1966 red Century ski boat and other restored wooden boats earned multiple awards throughout the years. God has been working in his life making him gratefully aware of the wonderfully awesome affect Christ has on a life. His children were his heart and his eyes always sparkled when he spoke of them. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him. Guy was preceded in death by his father. SURVIVORS: In addition to his wife, Jacque Gober McCollum, Guy is survived by his children, Jackson Robert McCollum and Rachel Zendig and her husband, Michael; his mother, Marion; brother, Scot McCollum and his wife, BK; sister, Roberta Birtchet and her husband, Mike. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Melanie McDonald, Stefanie Colson, Chelle Rose, Miles McCollum, Josh McCollum, and Lauryn Bone; and a host of other relatives and friends far and wide.

Rebecca Ann Collier Palinski, BSEd ’76, of Little Rock, AR, died March 21 after a long battle with colon cancer. She was 64. She fought her cancer and extreme pain valiantly to the end. We will dearly miss her and wish her well on her eternal journey free of pain and suffering.

Becky was born April 19, 1953, in Little Rock, Ark., to Billy Forest Collier and Ana Mae (Lentz) Collier. She grew up in the Hillcrest area and graduated from Little Rock Central. She also graduated from Baylor University in 1976 with a B.S. in Elementary Education/ Kindergarten, and received her Masters in Elementary Education from UALR in 1980. She belonged to Kappa Kappa lota, a professional educators' society whose goal was to improve education and sponsor worthy students' college education. Before moving with her husband to Washington, D.C., Becky taught kindergarten at Oakhurst and at Williams Magnet. She completed her career teaching in the Prince George (Md.) School District. In 2004, Becky and Julian retired to Ajijic, Mexico, where they lived for 10 years. Becky and Julian were members of St. Andrew's Anglican Church, where she assisted with Sunday School. Always the teacher, Becky also taught ESL to Mexican children for some years. Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, and infant son Steven, and her sister Deborah (Collier) Winter. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Julian Palinski. Two daughters Rachel Palinski Peppers (Josh), Abigail Palinski (Brain Calla and stepdaughter Addison), Jackie Kirklin of Jacksonville, Ark., an uncle Mark Collier (Kathy) of Bowling Green, Ky, her cousin Dean Collier of Bowling Green, Ky., and her brother-in-law, Steve Palinski (Dawn) and niece Laura Lynn Palinski of Buffalo, N.Y. A Celebration of her Life will be held on Saturday May 5, at 11 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 199 Barcelona Road, Hot Springs Village. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in care of the Holy Trinity Episcopal Memorial Fund. Arrangements have been entrusted to CedarVale Funeral Home, Hot Springs Village. For online condolences, please visit www.cedarvalefuneralhome.com.

John Finas Powell, BA ’76, died Feb. 19 at age 63. John was born on November 22, 1954, in Austin, Texas, where he spent his boyhood and graduated from A.N. McCallum High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from Baylor University and a Master of Science degree in statistics from Texas A & M University. He also earned a teaching certificate from Houston Baptist University. John was a Fellow of the American Academy of Actuaries, having passed all of the difficult and challenging examinations required for that prestigious credential. He went on to have a long and distinguished career as an investment actuary, working primarily for Unum Provident in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and later as a consultant for Aegon. From a young age, John developed and maintained a passionate interest in the sport of baseball. He was an outstanding Little League and Pony League player in the Northwest Austin area. Until he died, he was a rabid Houston Astros fan but had a later enthusiasm for the Atlanta Braves. For many years, he was a season ticket holder of the Chattanooga Lookouts minor league organization. As a boy and as a young adult, he attended many games in the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the Houston Astrodome. John was an avid baseball card collector and a card-carrying member of the Society for American Baseball Research, attending several national conferences of that organization. He also collected an assortment of baseball posters and memorabilia. John was absolutely thrilled that he had lived to see the Astros win the World Series! John's other passions included books, movies, music, and above all else, his daughter and son, Hannah and Grant. He especially loved mystery novels and collected many first editions by some of the most famous authors of that literary genre. He adored the novels of Larry McMurtry, having traveled to Archer City, Texas, once to catch a personal glimpse of that renowned writer. His favorite western movie of all was certainly Lonesome Dove, from which he often delighted in quoting. Willie Nelson was John's favorite musical artist, although he was able to attend many outstanding concerts that featured other popular singers and instrumentalists. His enjoyment of music and his love for baseball were gifts he shared with both of his children as they matured into adults. As with his friends and other family members, John took great pleasure in teasing them and in offering them funny stories or witty remarks whenever possible. John was preceded in death by his mother, Hazel Handley Powell, and his father, Dr. Harry C. Powell, Jr. He is survived by his brother, Harry C. (Buddy) Powell, III, and wife Louise of Waco, Texas; by his sister Judy Powell Shannon and husband Patrick of McKinney, Texas; by daughter, Hannah Elizabeth Powell of Bedford, Texas; by son Grant Finas Powell and wife Nancy of Dallas, Texas; by nephews Andy Powell, James Powell, Joshua Shannon, and Noah Shannon; by niece Carrie Powell; and by a host of other relatives and friends who will miss him greatly. On John's behalf, the family wishes to thank all of wonderful medical professionals who have cared for him in recent weeks and months, including the compassionate and patient nurses and aides of St. Catherine's Center in Waco, the great staff of Providence Hospital and Providence Hospice, and the wonderful doctors in the Providence Health System, especially Dr. Maydee Rosario and Dr. Samuel Ralston. A family visitation will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 this Friday evening in Austin at the Weed-Corley-Fish funeral home on North Lamar. A graveside celebration of John's life is scheduled for 2:00 pm on Saturday at the Austin Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Grant Powell, Richard Dugger, Andy Powell, James Powell, Pat Shannon, and Josh Shannon. Donations may be made either to the Powell Family Nursing Scholarship at McLennan Community College through the MCC Foundation or to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. As John quoted Gus McCrae on his deathbed, "It's been quite a party." Published by Weed-Corley-Fish

David K. Stephens, BA ’77, of San Diego, CA, died Feb. 20 at age 61. David and his twin sister Diane were born on July 2, 1955 in Arrington, Cambridgeshire, England to Col. (Ret.) Joseph W. Stephens, Jr. and Helen Nadine Stephens. David was a member of the Highland Church of Christ and attended public schools in Abilene, Texas. He received a B.A. degree in 1977 from Baylor University and was a member of the Kappa Omega Tau Fraternity. After a brief career in sales in Dallas, he returned to Abilene and assisted the Chamber of Commerce in the Abilene Centennial celebration. David had a thirty-six-year career in higher education administration at Baylor University, The Cooper Union in New York City and the University of San Diego. David met his husband Darryl J. White, AIA in Provincetown, Massachusetts in 2003 and they made their home in San Diego for the past 14 years. They spent their life together enjoying friends, world travel, gardening and one another. David's greatest joys were his relationship with his Lord and Savior, husband, family and friends. David is survived by his husband Darryl J. White, two older brothers and their spouses Joey and Merry Sue Stephens, Kenny and Linda Stephens and twin sister and her spouse Diane and Barry Packer, many nieces and nephews, and beloved friends from coast to coast. Visitation hours will be from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M., Friday, March 2, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road. Funeral services will take place at the Highland Church of Christ, 425 Highland Avenue in Abilene, TX on Saturday, March 3, at 11:00 A.M. to be followed by a graveside service at Elmwood Memorial Park. Published by Hamil Funeral Home

Dr. Nancy “Suzy” Seale Coll, MPT/MSD ’79, of York, PA, died April 14 at age 74 after a sudden illness. Suzi was the wife of Dr. James A. Coll, whom she married in 2016. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 21 at Saint Patrick's Church, 231 S. Beaver St., York, Pa. with a viewing from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial and a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that friends contribute to St. Patrick's Church, Campaign to Restore and Preserve at above address. A memorial celebration of Suzi's life will be planned in Dallas later this year. For additional details and the full obituary please see the York Daily Record newspaper obituary.

Published in Dallas Morning News 

Dr. John Phillip Soulé, BS ’79, of Victoria, TX, died March 31 at age 60, after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by numerous loving family, colleagues, neighbors, and friends.

A native of El Paso, Dr. Soulé (“Dr. John” as he was long since christened by his patients) graduated from Eastwood High School in 1975, and Baylor University in 1979. Dr. Soulé graduated with honors from Baylor College of Medicine in 1983, and completed his residency in internal medicine at the Medical College of Virginia (Richmond, VA). Following a short stint as an internist in Houston, Dr. Soulé hung out his shingle in Victoria in 1989. His beloved partner-in-life of nearly 25 years, Kathryn Custer RN FNP joined him in the practice in 2009.

Dr. Soulé had a mutual love affair with his adopted home town. An esteemed member of the local medical community, Dr. Soulé served as President of the Victoria County Medical Society in 2003, and Chief of Staff of Citizens Medical Center from 2003 to 2005.

Known for his suspenders, cowboy boots, strong opinions, and flamboyant ties, Dr. Soulé was a valued colleague and beloved MD. He was fierce in his care and service to all who crossed his path, personally and professionally. As he meant to be, he was the very model of service to others, a loving and committed physician.

Passionate about history, Dr. Soulé had a special interest in World War II battles, and old westerns and war movies. Not surprisingly, he was fascinated by modest but strong heroes, from sheriffs to soldiers. Sunday gatherings with family often found him insisting that others again watch his favorites with him, including “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Lilies of the Field.” He leaves us as his heroes often did, riding off before we can even grasp how much we’ll miss him.

In addition to Kathy Custer, Dr. Soulé leaves us his beloved son, Nicholas, North Carolina and stepson, Layne Custer (Kristen) San Marcos; his parents, Charles Sr. and Carolina, Victoria; his siblings, Charles Jr. (Patricia) New York; Michael, Houston; and Carole, Danbury, CA; 11 nieces and nephews, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and grandnieces and grandnephews throughout Texas and the US.

Among so many, we wish to offer special thanks and blessings to Dr. Mehran Nezhad, Dr. Bob Harvey, Dr. Khiem Vu and Dr. Andrew Clemmons, to Elliott Costas, to Brandi Fauth RN, to our beloved office staff Gaby Lefferts and Maria Hernandez, and to Dr. Vu’s very caring office staff, for the many loving ways in which they’ve eased his path and ours in these past weeks.

Dr. Soulé was predeceased by his grandparents, Jesús and Carolina Bencomo, and Carlos and Consuelo Soulé; his aunts, Lucila Soulé Santiesteban, Maria Bencomo Bárcena, and Julieta Saucedo Bencomo; his uncles, Robert Santiesteban, Fernando Soulé, Ronald Perryman, Guillermo Bárcena, José Bencomo, and José Santos; his cousins Robert Santos, Peggy Santiesteban, James Santiesteban, Hortencia Bárcena Fernández; and his nephew, Charles R. Soulé III.

• Viewing: April 5, 2018, 4-8pm, Colonial Funeral Home, Victoria, TX
• Services: April 6, 2018, 9:30am, Cathedral of Our Lady of Victory, Victoria, TX
• Donations: Harbor Hospice, Victoria, TX

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Lucinda “Cindy” Sue Harmon, BSN ’80, of Tulsa, OK, died March 2 at age 65, surrounded by loved ones after battling cancer for four years. She was no stranger to life-threatening illnesses in her role as an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse for her entire career. In an unexpected role reversal, the expert care giver became the one requiring intensive care.

Cindy was born into a loving Christian home to two wonderful parents and three older brothers. Her brothers adored her and took it upon themselves to look after and protect their little sister. She was raised in the northwestern Oklahoma town of Goltry as a devoted Mennonite in her parents’ church that her grandfather had helped to build.
Cindy later followed her brother Joel and his wife Gloria to Tulsa and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance in 1975 from the University of Tulsa. But along the way, Cindy caught the nursing bug while working as a nurse's aide at St. Mary's in Enid during summer breaks. In fact, she told her parents she was called to Nursing to take care of others. After graduation she worked as a nurse's aide at St. Francis in Tulsa until she had saved enough to attend Baylor Nursing School in Texas, from which she graduated in 1980. She went to work full time at her beloved St. Francis where she became a Critical Care Registered Nurse in the ICU. Cindy was the first recipient of the Nurse Mentor Award. She retired after serving critically ill patients and their families for 37 years. Countless lives were saved or changed because of her loving care and true concern for her patients.

Cindy was the epitome of nursing, and widely known in the Tulsa Medical Community as an excellent nurse and fierce patient advocate. She was never intimidated, nor would she back down from what she felt was the right thing to do for her patients. She would challenge questionable orders when necessary, and unflinchingly pursue action on behalf of patients whose symptoms were being missed or ignored. Countless patients owe their lives to Cindy's sharp, critical thinking and well-honed assessment skills. Cindy's patients and their families held a special place in her heart. She had a gift for remembering people and being remembered by them many years later. She made a lasting impact, even if the patient had a poor outcome. Cindy's personal care of her patients was second to none. Her co-workers had a phrase for it - "Harmonizing". Her patients had the most thorough baths, oral care, and shampooing imaginable. When Cindy cleaned up her patient and got them "fluffed and puffed", that was the Cindy Harmon "Harmonizing" treatment! She took great satisfaction in her patients being clean and comfortable because this was her ministry. She served God through caring for the sick and dying while preserving their dignity and humanity.

Cindy was a member and alumnae of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity (SAI) since 1972. She was active on local, state and national levels, including attending national conventions of SAI. In addition, she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Fraternity and was a Baylor Life Time Alumni. Cindy was a member of Boston Avenue Methodist Church and stayed involved in the Greater Tulsa Area Critical Care Nurses Association and the American Association for Critical Care Nurses. She has served as a Volunteer Nurse for the Tulsa Run, for Mended Hearts and for the American Lung Association of Oklahoma Asthma Camps where the kids gave her the honorary title of "Nurse Cindy". She also volunteered for the Visiting Nursing Association where she administered flu shots.

Cindy is survived by her husband and life companion of 31 years John Harmon, brother Mervin Johnson and his wife Martha of Greenwood IN, sister-in-law Gloria Johnson of Tulsa, nieces and nephews Glenda, Connie, Becky, Timothy, Richard, Gregory, Kevin, Troy and a host of great nieces and nephews and extended family. She is predeceased by her parents Walter and Evalena Johnson, brothers Robert and Joel Johnson and niece Tara Johnson-Mize.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Baylor School of Nursing or the Tulsa Chapter of SAI. To give to Baylor online: Go to Baylor.edu/give
Then select Louise Herrington School of Nursing for the Unit
Then select Louise Herrington Endowed Scholarship Fund in Nursing for the Fund
Check the Additional Info box and enter, "In memory of Lucinda Sue Harmon"

If sending donation by mail send to One Bear Place #97027, Waco, TX 76798.
Donations will help deserving students who need financial assistance to continue their pursuit of a Baylor nursing education.

To give to SAI, send donations to:
Sheryl Halliburton, treasurer
Tulsa Alumnae Chapter
Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity
4113 East 42nd Street
Tulsa, OK 74135-03505

Donations will go into the scholarship funds which benefit TU students (members of SAI)
Visitation will be from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Moore Funeral Home - Southlawn Chapel, 9350 E 51st, Tulsa, OK, 918-663-2233.
Services will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Boston Avenue Methodist Church, 1301 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK. Published by Moore Funeral Homes

Jo Ellen Childs Dunlap, BSEd ’81, of Riesel, TX, died March 26 at age 58. Memorial service will be 4:00 PM, Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at the First Baptist Church in Marlin, Texas with the Reverend Adam Chaney officiating. Mrs. Dunlap was born on September 29, 1959 in Amarillo, TX to Jack and Mary Childs. Her family lived in Amarillo, Anchorage, AK; and Sumter, SC before moving to Marlin, TX in 1970. Jo Ellen married Ben Dunlap on July 12, 1980. Jo Ellen Dunlap would tell you that being a mom was her biggest dream and she was a wonderful mom to their three kids! Being a grandma was also a highlight of her life. Jo learned to read before she started school, and that love of learning continued throughout her life. She received a degree in education from Baylor; a MS in educational administration and a counseling certification from Tarleton. She taught elementary in Chilton ISD, Mart ISD, Riesel ISD, Rangely Schools and Baylor Piper CDC prior to becoming school counselor at Riesel ISD where she retired in 2015. Her hobbies included meeting strangers, cooking, loving big, a good bath, talking to babies, cheering on her kids, making people laugh, conversations with her husband, traveling with her girlfriends, rooting for the underdog, and watching the sunset from her porch. Jo Ellen Dunlap was diagnosed with stage IV Melanoma in July 2016 and this chapter is perhaps her greatest testimony. God continued to use her to touch the lives of people around her through her faith and humor. Her healthcare providers', friends', and families' faith was strengthened by her amazing spirit through this time. Jo Ellen is preceded in death by her father, Jack Childs, and father-in-law, John Dunlap. She is survived by her husband, Ben Dunlap; her mother Mary Childs; her daughter Mindy Morgan and husband Jeremy; her son Wesley Dunlap; her daughter Ashton Goebel and husband Grant; her grandchildren Camryn and Clinton Morgan; and mother-in-law Jean Dunlap. She is also survived by her siblings, Al and Bev Childs, Jackie and Scott Brown, David and Karen Gillum, Nancy and Greg Traylor, Amy and Pokey Swinnea, and Kathy and Gayland Downes. She is survived by many beloved nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends who felt like family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dunlap Unsung Hero account at any Texas First State Bank. 

Dr. Stephen Robert “Steve” King, BS ’81, of Memphis, TN, died March 31 at age 59. He was preceded in death by his father, Major King, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Masae "Margie" King of Deer Park, Texas, his brother, Bruce King and his fiancé, Deena McNamee of League City, Texas, his partner of 14 years, J.D. Gentry and many friends who will cherish his memory.

Born into a military family on January 28, 1959, Steve grew up around the world. He received his BS in Biology at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He attended Southwestern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Dallas, Texas where he received his Medical Degree. Later he pursued a Physicians Executive MBA at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Steve was a physician at Regional One Health in Memphis for 35 years. A plastic and reconstructive surgeon by training, he served as the first Medical Director of the Wound and Hyperbaric Medicine Center. During his tenure as Medical Director of The Wound/HBO Center, he also served at Medical Director of the Firefighters Regional Burn Center. At the time of his death, he was the Chief Medical Information Officer for Regional One Health. He touched the lives of countless people over his years at Regional One. Steve loved life. He enjoyed traveling, cooking, planning parties and being the ultimate host. He was definitely a foodie, but never a food snob. While he appreciated the finest wine and food pairings, he also recognized the gastronomic delights of a Pronto Pup, What-A-Burger or a fried Twinkie at the Mid-South Fair. Family and friends will miss his warm smile, easy laugh, big hugs, clever wit, generous hospitality and the kindness he shared so generously. A private memorial service will be held later this month. The family requests any memorial donations be directed to Regional One Health Foundation, designated for Firefighters Regional Burn Center, 877 Jefferson Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. Published by legacy.com

Dr. Stanley E. Adams, PhD ’82, of Phillipsburg, MO, died April 7 at age 73.

Linda Welch Davis, BBA ’82, of Houston died March 10 at age 75 after a courageous, year-long battle with cancer. Born July 25, 1942 in Buffalo, N.Y. to Robert and Mildred Welch, "Lin" and her family moved from coast to coast, eventually settling in Meyerland in the 1950s where she graduated from Bellaire High School. She married Richard Cowan and, in 1966 and '68, had her two sons Rob and Steven. Moving to Waco, Lin dedicated herself entirely to raising her boys, ultimately as a single mother. She returned to college at age 35, graduating in 1982 from Baylor's Hankamer School of Business. She moved back to Houston with her sons and married her loving husband of 35 years, Larry Davis. At the height of the Texas oil bust and fresh-out-of-college in her early 40s, she bravely entered the corporate world as a state tax accountant, working for Anderson Clayton, Cooper Industries, Koch Energy, Sysco Foodservice, and other major firms until her retirement in 2004. She loved her work and her co-workers, and enjoyed the irony of having made a "C" in corporate tax, yet spending her career as a highly regarded accountant in the field. She and Larry enjoyed many years traveling together and visiting with family. She especially enjoyed their ocean cruises and semi-spontaneously mapped, nationwide road trips. Linda devoted her later years to her five grandchildren. They visited often and always requested fried chicken or quiche for dinner. As a Yankee, fried chicken was never on the menu, but all her married family were southerners and her boys' paternal grandmother, Louise Cowan, was responsible for this recipe. From the time her boys were little, she also made the same melt-in-your-mouth butter cookies for holidays and parties. She is survived by her husband Larry Davis, son Robert Cowan, his wife June, their children Justin, Sarah, and Justin's wife Madeline, her son Steven Cowan, his former wife Anne, their children Caroline, Michael, and Griffin, and Anne's husband Gordy Paez, her brother Richard Welch and wife Donna, her sister Barbara Dozier and husband Michael, nieces and nephews Deborah, Darla, Daren, Devin, and Dustin, their spouses and children, and former in-laws Jerry and Lovella Cowan. A private memorial service will be held. Remembrances may be made to St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Christian Community Service Center, or charity of choice. Published in Houston Chronicle

Joani Kay Livingston, BA ’82, of McGregor, TX, died April 9 at age 58. She was born January 2, 1960, in Mesa, Arizona, to George and Karen Livingston, and spent her childhood in Texas, Costa Rica, Colombia, Arizona and Alabama. After earning a degree in Radio/TV/Film from Baylor University, Joani was a director and producer for KWTX in Waco, director and producer for KWBU, CEO of Livingston Group Productions, and co-founder of Livingston+McKay. She was an Emmy award-winning filmmaker, writer, speaker, teacher, mentor and friend who believed passionately in people and devoted her life to telling their stories. She was an avid traveler, movie lover, fervent foodie, and a self-described "lover of stories, life and dark chocolate." Joani is survived by her parents, George and Karen Livingston of Waco, Texas; sister and brother-in-law Sheri (BA '82) and Scott Crawford (BBA '82), of Charlottesville, Virginia; sister and brother-in-law Cindi and Tom Knight, of Lewisburg, West Virginia; brother and fiancée David Livingston and Babette Paoli, of Blaine, Washington; nephews TJ Knight, of Blacksburg, Virginia; John Crawford, serving overseas with the U.S. Air Force; Steven Crawford, of Charlottesville, Virginia; Mark Crawford, of Charlottesville, Virginia; and Jake Livingston, of Bellingham, Washington; dozens of cousins, aunts and uncles; and thousands of friends around the world whom she loved deeply.

Terry Lynn Smith Ray, BSN ’83, died March 14 in Webster, TX, at age 57. She was born on December 30, 1960 to Leo and Cordelia Smith in San Antonio, Texas. Terry was formerly from La Marque and lived in Alvin for 10 years. She was a graduate of La Marque High School Class of 1979, graduated from Baylor School of Nursing in 1983, Southwestern Baptist Seminary in 1992, and Phoenix University School of Nursing in 2007 with a Master’s Degree in Nursing. She worked in numerous hospitals in Texas and Arkansas. She was a member of Second Baptist Church Houston, Pearland campus. Terry is preceded in death by her father Leo W. Smith.  She is survived by her mother Cordelia Smith of Alvin, TX, son Benjamin Matthew Ray of Benton, AR, two sisters – Tammy Warren of McKinney, TX and Vikki Kirk of League City, TX, two brothers – Vernon Smith of La Marque, TX and Tim Smith of Alvin, TX, eight nieces and nephews, and five great nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2018 starting at 1:00PM with a service to follow at 2:00PM at the First Baptist Church of Pasadena, 7500 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, with Dr. Charles Redmond officiating.  Interment will follow at Hayes Grace Memorial Park Cemetery in Hitchcock, Texas, officiated by Rev. Herb Reeves. Pallbearers will be Paul Bernal, David Kelly, Pat Patterson and Dwight Gentry of Second Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Pasadena. Published by Crowder Funeral Home

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Dorothy Adelia Schaly, BA ’90, of Indianapolis, IN, died Jan. 29 at age 77 with her loving family by her side. She was born in the Amazon region in the city of Santarém, Pará, Brazil, on October 20^th, 1940, to Mildred Eleonor Hopwood Schaly and Harald Schaly, soon after they married in the USA and set off by ship to Brazil. She grew up in Brazil and was blessed to live in several cities throughout the country where her dad was a Baptist Pastor.  She spent her adult life both in Brazil and in the USA. She gave her life to Jesus at the age of twelve. She loved the Lord and loved telling others about Him. That was her first passion. She loved people and helped anybody that was in need in any way possible, even if it meant giving of her own. She was never attached to material things.  She knew and lived her life showing that our treasure is in Heaven.  She left her family a great legacy. She attended Georgetown College, KY, when she was young, but finished and earned her degree in English at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Teaching English as a second language was another one of her passions. She was an amazing teacher and touched many lives through teaching ESL as her ministry.She loved animals with her big heart, and had many dogs and cats that she loved and cared for. She never had an empty lap when she was sitting!  She learned this love for animals from her dad and passed it on to her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her three daughters, Marian Schaly Cangelosi, of Nashville, TN, Elizabeth Schaly Beavers (Kevin) of Lorena, TX, and Sylvia Schaly Manner (David) of Indianapolis, IN;  son-in-heart Vincenzo Cangelosi of Nashville, TN; brother David Schaly (Maria) of Somers, NY; sister Cassandra Schaly (Raymundo Dantas) of Salvador, Brazil. Grandchildren Adrianno Cangelosi (Karen) of Nashville, TN, Alexis and Christopher Beavers of Lorena, TX, and Matthew, Gabriella and Kyle Manner of Indianapolis, IN; nieces, JoAnn Schaly of Garopaba, Brazil (Thais, Vitoria & Arthur), Marian Grace Schaly of Stamford, CT, and Victoria Schaly of New York, NY; aunts Jean Hopwood Webber of Indianapolis, Francis Hopwood Day (Leopol) of Overland Park, KS, Shirley Hopwood Walling (Jack) of Kearney, MO, and Virginia Hopwood Elder of Olathe, KS; and numerous cousins and extended family. She also leaves behind many friends that she loved and that loved her and many who considered her like a mom. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mildred and Harald Schaly, who both passed separately in 1999, several uncles, aunts and cousins. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Published by Indiana Funeral Care

Brett Alan Adkins, ’92, of Dallas died April 21 at age 45. He was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to John and Sylvia Adkins in 1972 and spent most of his childhood years in Houston, Texas. He attended school at Cypress Creek High School in Houston, and Baylor University in Waco, TX. Brett was a loving father, a caring son, and a loyal, fun-loving brother. He was also very supportive to his friends- from school, church, work, and his support group. Brett was committed to his Christian faith and enjoyed attending Fellowship Dallas Church. Brett’s major passions were fishing, sports and music. He was a true Texan- a loyal fan of the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys and Texas country music. He made fast and lasting friends everywhere he went, with his quick wit, big heart, and unique sense of humor (and infectious laugh)! Brett is survived by his daughter, Addison Adkins, Nicholas Armfield who was like a son to Brett; his mother Sylvia Adkins; his brother Jay Adkins, his wife Jessica, and their daughters Claire and Katherine; his brother Scott Adkins, his wife Jamie, and their children Emily, Abbie and Evan. Brett is preceded in death by his father, John Adkins. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. with Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Hill Funeral Home, 3235 Lombardy Lane, Dallas, Tx. Interment will follow in Calvary Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Fellowship Dallas Church. The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the entire staff Medical City of Dallas for their expertise, hard work and compassion. Published by Dignity Memorial

Rex Robert Wall, BBA ’92, of Kingwood, TX, died Feb. 9 at age 48. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends. He was born January 13, 1970 in Houston, Texas, to Buddy and Donna Wall. Rex earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Baylor University, following which he began a long and distinguished career in the pharmaceutical and medical sales industry. Rex was a dynamic and charismatic leader, rising to prominence as a key member of the Dyax Corporation management team, serving as National Director of Sales and Strategic Accounts. Following his career at Dyax he realized a dream by acquiring Remax Associates Northeast in Kingwood, where he would not only be closer to family and friends he held so dear, but he would be able to partner with his father Buddy to make a lasting impact throughout his community. Rex was a fanatical Baylor Bear fan, and nothing made him happier than attending football games with his wife, daughters, family and friends throughout the fall. Rain or shine, win or lose, Rex was always there to support his alma mater and share the joy he realized through his love for Baylor University. Most importantly, Rex was a devoted Christian, Husband, Father, Son, Brother and Friend. His deep love for and devotion to his family permeated every aspect of his life, and it made Rex a true role model for all who knew him. He lived everyday with Faith, Passion, Joy, Integrity, and Kindness. The impact Rex has made on those who love him will keep him forever in our hearts. Rex is survived by his wife of 23 years, Candace; three daughters, Caroline, Annalise and Camilla; parents, Buddy and Donna Wall of Kingwood, Texas; brother, Jason Wall, his wife Rhonda and children, Tanner, Hunter, Grant and Ava Claire Wall of San Antonio, Texas. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 14, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Kingwood Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 4:00 pm at Second Baptist Church North, 22770 Highway 59 N., Kingwood, Texas 77339. Published by dignitymemorial.com.

Vicki Michelle Collins, BBA ’93, of Temple, TX, died April 20 at age 52. Funeral services will be 10:00 Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church in Marak with Rev. George Thirumangalam officiating.  Burial will follow in the Ben Arnold Cemetery in Ben Arnold.  Rosary will be recited Friday at 6:00 pm with visitation to follow until 8:00 pm at Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home in Cameron. Vicki was born April 7, 1966 in Cameron to Emil and Joyce (Hertenberger) Vaculin.  She received her BBA degrees with a double major in Management Information Systems and Statistics from Baylor University.  Vicki married Craig Collins on March 1, 1986 and had worked as the Director of Information Systems at Scott & White and various other management positions throughout her working career.  She was a member of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church and had been an officer with the Ben Arnold Cemetery Association.  She had volunteered with “Bee Zone” for children with special needs.  Vicki was preceded in death by two sons, Andrew Collins and Lance Collins and by her father Emil Vaculin. She is survived by her husband, Craig Collins of Temple; mother, Joyce Vaculin of Cameron; brothers, Paul Vaculin of Collierville, TN and Alan Vaculin of Cameron; and very special friend, Mary  Sharp of Robinson. Memorials may be made to the Ben Arnold Cemetery Association 302 N. Colfax, Cameron, TX  76520. Marek-Burns-Laywell Funeral Home of Cameron is in charge of arrangements. Published in Temple Daily Telegraph

Dr. Timothy Damon Landry, MBA ’94, of Harvest, AL, died March 30 at age 48. Tim was born on June 18, 1969 in El Paso, Texas. Tim spent most of his childhood in Plano, Texas. He attended The University of North Texas, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Marketing (1991). He then earned a master’s degree in Business Administration from Baylor university (1994). He later went on to earn his PhD in Marketing from the University of Missouri (2001). Tim and Ann met at church in 9^thgrade and were married in 1991. They have two children Parker, (18) and Preston (14). Tim had a successful career as a professor of marketing. His first job was an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Florida State University. In 2002, he became an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Oklahoma. After 6 years at OU, he accepted a job at The University of Alabama in Huntsville where he earned tenure and became an Associate Professor in Marketing. Tim published 22 articles in numerous business research journals. He won many awards, grants and recognition for the work he accomplished. He was very passionate in advancing the Academy by participating in the research review process and by developing college curricula. Tim also took an active part in helping students put theory into practice and advance their careers. Tim was a genuinely multifaceted lover of all things nerdy, like Superheroes (both Marvel and DC), board and card games, science-fiction and comic books, and video games. He was an avid soccer player since he was young. He loved anything Baylor! He enjoyed music of all genres. Friends and family describe him as intellectual, witty, humorous, funny, fiercely loyal, super clever, and an “always thinking outside of the box” kind of guy. He is survived by his wife Ann Landry, and sons Parker & Preston Landry, as well as parents Robert & Mira Landry of Plano, brothers Marlon Landry (Amanda) and Hunter Landry (Stacey), in laws Granville and Jane Alpha, three nephews and three nieces. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, April 21,2018 at Harvest Baptist Church 8999 Wall Triana Hwy, Harvest, AL 35749. Visitation will be from 2-4, Service at 4. Tim’s wishes were that in lieu of flowers and gift’s that donations be made in an education account for the boys’ education: https://www.youcaring.com/timlandrysboys-1155396?fb_action_ids=10213743944467111&fb_action_types=youcaringcom%3Ashare

Patrick Joe Posey, MSEd ’94, of Woodway, TX, died April 4 at age 52. He lost his courageous battle with grade 4 glioblastoma (a form of brain cancer). Visitation will be Friday, April 6, from 5-7 p.m. at Grace Garden Funeral Home, 8220 Woodway Drive, in Waco. Services for Patrick will be at 1 p.m Saturday, April 7, at First Baptist Church Woodway, 101 Ritchie Road. Patrick was born December 5, 1965 in San Antonio, Texas to Dr. Delma Powell and Patsy Ruth Fitts Posey. Patrick graduated in 1984 from Temple High School, where he played on the inaugural soccer team under Coach Johnny Gonzales. In 1988, he received his Bachelors of Art degrees in Finance and Accounting from Texas A&M University. After graduating from Texas A&M, he received his Masters of Sports Administration degree from Baylor University in 1994. On July 9, 1994, he married Susan Frierson in Dallas, Texas and they have three daughters Ashley, Emily and Anna with whom they have devoted their lives to. Patrick was the operations manager for the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco from 1994 to 1998.  He then taught Biology and coached soccer at Waco High School. For the past 16 years, Patrick served as the assistant coach and then head coach for the Midway ISD Boys soccer team. In addition to coaching, he taught Biology at Midway High School.  Coaching his players and teaching his students was a joy and a passion for Patrick.  He had a positive impact on many young lives. Patrick’s love for coaching was evident as he also coached his daughters in the community soccer league. He was devoted to his wife, daughters, church, and his entire family.  He was a sports enthusiast, and especially enjoyed bicycling.  He competed competitively in bicycling, and while in college, rode with several good friends from Temple to Port Aransas.  He was an avid Texas A&M football fan as well. Patrick was preceded in death by his grandparents Roy and Florence Fitts and Delma and Lois Posey, and his father Dr. Delma Posey. He is survived by his wife of 24 years Susan, and daughters Ashley, Emily and Anna of Woodway.  He is also survived by his mother Patsy Posey of Temple; brother Daniel Posey and wife Maria, of Temple; and Julie Hall of Temple. He also leaves behind mother and father in law Don and Kay Frierson of Cedar Hill; Jane and Steve Cupples of Arlington; and Julie and David Chrisman of Belton. He is survived by his nieces and nephews Kayla, Kyle and Courtney Cupples of Arlington; Katelyn, Cole and Chase Chrisman of Belton; Andrew Posey of Temple; Molly and Mason Cooke of Temple; and Marshall Hall of Temple. Memorial donations may be made to the Posey Girls Education Fund. Published by Grace Gardens Funeral Home

James Craig Hall, BBA ’95, of Hutto, TX, formerly of Hewitt, TX, died April 18 at age 46. Craig was born on August 20, 1971 to Rex Hall & Judy Deeds Hall in Brownwood, TX. He graduated from Midway High School, class of 1989, and continued his education at McLennan Community College, transferring to Baylor University, then graduating with a degree in Human Resources in May of 1995.He married the love of his life, Stacey Shelton on June 12, 2015. They first met in 1993, while Craig worked at Gordon's Jewelers across from Stacey, who worked at Zale's. They reconnected in 2011 and have been inseparable ever since. Craig adored his nieces, Jaycie Jackson, and Alaina Shelton. He was know as "The best uncle ever". Craig's true passion was music. He loved to sing to his family, friends and especially his wife. He was also an avid fisherman, as his love of fishing started at a very early age. He loved the annual fishing trip to the coast with his dad and his Maw Maw. They fished for trout and redfish for many years. As a young child, Craig loved playing Little League baseball and made many life long friends doing so. He also loved his Baylor Bears. He watched them religiously where ever he was, proudly wearing his green and gold-even in Austin. Craig was well known for his laughter, sense of humor, and bright smile. He will truly be missed by all. Craig is survived by his loving wife, Stacey; parents, Rex and Judy Hall; sister, Stacey Roberts and husband, Greg; niece Jaycie Jackson; in-laws, David Shelton and wife Diane; brother-in-law, Mike Shelton and wife Disa; and youngest niece, Alaina Shelton; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Published in Waco Tribune-Herald

Christopher Winfield Schouten, BBA ’95, died unexpectedly March 6 at St. Josephs Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by his close family and friends. He was 46. He was born on November 21, 1971 in Phoenix, AZ to James & Brenda Bragg Schouten. Even though he was born in Arizona, grew up in Rincon, Georgia and currently lived in Savannah - his heart has always been in Texas where he lived for most of his adult life. He graduated from Newman Smith High School in Carrollton, Texas in 1990 and he graduated from Baylor University in Waco, Texas in 1995 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business.He spent the majority of his life as a Project Manager for commercial businesses. Chris was a loving and fun spirited person who always put his family first. He had the ability to light up a room with his presence and he will be gravely missed by many. He was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda Bragg Schouten. He is survived by his father, James Schouten and his sister Rebekah Schouten along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.The Memorial Visitation will be, Saturday, March 24th 11am-1pm at Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, 2460 Hwy 21 S., Rincon, GA 31326. Published by legacy.com.

Katherine Elkins, BBA ’00, of Tomball, TX, died April 2 at age 40. Katherine was born on December 30, 1977 in Houston.  She graduated from Cypress Creek High School in 1996 (Mark of Excellence Award) and from Baylor University in 2000 with a BBA, majoring in Human Resource Management and Marketing (Chi Omega sorority).  After college, she worked in HR for Hughes Watters Askanase, Attorneys, and Ernst & Young, CPAs.  Because of her love of children, she became a kindergarten teacher at Copeland Elementary in CFISD.  On February 5, 2005, Katherine married her one true love, James David Elkins, in a match created in Heaven.  Then, on January 18, 2007, Kath gave birth to their twin boys, Conner James and Nathan Robert.  She was active at Lakewood United Methodist Church (United Methodist Women and teaching Sunday School), and she was a Group Leader in Bible Study Fellowship. Katherine leaves behind to cherish her memories her loving husband Dave, her much loved twin boys, Conner & Nathan, her parents, Linda & Darrell Brewer, her brother Ben Brewer and wife Lindsey and their sons Charlie & Jake, her father and mother in-laws, Randy & Beverly Elkins, sister and brother in-laws, Leigh Ann & Brent Palermo and their children Cole & Claire and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Visitation will be on Sunday evening, April 8th, 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Klein Funeral Home, 16131 Champion Forest Dr, Spring, TX 77379, (281) 320-2674.  A Celebration of Katherine’s Life will be on Monday morning, April 9th, at 11:00 AM at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 11330 Louetta Rd, Houston, TX 77070, (281) 370-2273. Charitable donations in Katherine’s memory may be made to Bible Study Fellowship, 19001 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258, (210) 492-4676 or to Lakewood United Methodist Church, address above. Another gift for Katherine would be your leading others to Christ for their salvation. Published by legacy.com

William Leon Springer, BBA ’05, of Houston, formerly of Dobbin, TX, died Feb. 18 at age 34. Born to Jim and Linda Springer on Saturday, May 14, 1983, William was raised with his siblings, Jimmy and Kelsey, on their family farm, which he affectionately called, “Springer Ranch.” Growing up, William was a diligent student, talented tennis player and proud member of the Montgomery High School Class of 2001. He attended Baylor University where he became a member of the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity.  He graduated with a degree in Finance in 2005, which led him to an accomplished commercial real estate career in Houston. At the time of his passing, William was serving as Vice President at JLL Valuation and Advisory Services, LLC.  A Designated Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI), William served as an Advisor to Institute candidates and was a member of the Leadership Development and Advisory Council (LDAC) for the Institute. William also made it a personal priority to give back to his community, devoting many hours of his time to the causes he held dear, including currently serving as President of the Board of Directors of the Houston Children’s Chorus and as a Board Member of the Fondren Foundation. When he wasn’t working or participating in nonprofit activities, you could say William was usually “wheels up,” taking as many trips as possible with his family and friends. His love for travel and adventure was typified by his trips to San Diego, Chicago (one of his favorites), New York City, Telluride, Scotland, Spain, Thailand, Vietnam and Germany, just to name a few.  He very much enjoyed his blended lifestyle; the perfect mix of country life and city life. He considered himself a diehard inner-looper and foodie and could often be found jamming to his favorite music (notoriously limited to those songs written before the year 2000).

William was an exceptional young man with a big and kind heart, always thinking of others before himself and never meeting a stranger. He is survived by his loving parents, Jim and Linda Springer of Dobbin, Texas, his brother Jimmy Springer and wife, Lacey, of New Braunfels, Texas, his sister, Kelsey Springer of Dobbin, his cherished dog, Duke, and countless lifetime friends.  He is preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, Leon and Ann Rosilier of Dobbin, Texas, and his grandfather, James Springer, of Brady, Texas. William was a wonderfully devoted son, brother and friend who will be greatly missed and never forgotten by the many people whose lives he touched during his amazing life. Serving as pallbearers will be Chisem Phillips, Santiago Garavito, Adam Housel, Jon Conner, Michael Craig, Patrick Lynch, Kyle Awalt, Chris Cottle and Madison Clark. In addition to flowers, memorial donations in William’s honor may be made to the Houston Children’s Chorus at P.O. Box 66567, Houston, Texas 77266 or www.houstonchildren.org or to St. Mary’s Catholic Church at P.O.  Box 388, Plantersville, Texas 77363. Published by Lindley Robertson Holt Funeral Home

Dr. William Alonzo Stanley IV, BS ’05, of Fort Worth died March 12 at age 35. He is survived by his parents Pat and William Alonzo Stanley, III D.D.S; his sister Patrice Pryor and brother-in-law Jason Pryor; his niece and nephew Loren and Jacob; as well as cousins, aunts, uncles, and countless friends. Dr. Stanley is a graduate of Alamo Heights High School, Class of 2001, where he played football and baseball. He then attended Baylor University where he received a degree in biology, followed by more education at Baylor College of Dentistry where he earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery. Dr. Stanley was a member of the American Dental Association and was a respected dentist in Fort Worth. Dr. Stanley was a big Spurs fan and a Baylor sports fan. He enjoyed working out, travel, and spending time with his family in San Antonio. Services will be held on Saturday, March 17 at 1:30pm at First Presbyterian Church, San Antonio. Porter Loring Mortuaries

Vanessa Leigh “Bonnie” Aregullin, BA ’07, of Sterling City, TX, died March 11 at age 37. It is with great sadness that the family announce her passing. She was born May 5, 1980 and went to be with the Lord March 11, 2018. She is forever remembered as vibrant, full of life, with a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile and loved by all. She had a Communications Degree from Baylor University (Sic 'em Bears as she always said). She was a member of Lambda Pi Eta Communications Honor Society, Baylor Student Ministry Leadership Team, Baylor Literary Club, and Delta Sigma Pi. She had a cosmetology license, a massage therapist license, worked at a whole health wellness center, and had her own business. She was also involved in Mentoring Grieving Children "Building Bridges", Soup Kitchen, Austin Capitol Area Food Bank, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Foundation for the Homeless. She never tired of serve others. She is preceded in death by her mother Alma and her grandfather Papo White Eagle. She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Tissy Adwell, her 'babies' nephew Xander and niece Grace, her father Salvador, her most loved grandmother Mamo Lola Rios, 'Father' Uncle Sam White Eagle. 'Mom' Aunt Helen White Eagle, uncles Sonny Rios and Silvestre White Eagle, and many other uncles, aunts and cousins. A funeral service in memory of Vanessa will be held Friday, March 16, 2018 at 1PM at the O.T. Jones Auditorium, 700 - 7th street, Sterling City. Published in GoSanAngelo

Matthew Lee List, ’11, of Holliday, TX, died Feb. 9 at age 29. Matthew graduated from Holliday High School and attended Baylor University. He is survived by his parents, Dan and Lynn List; brother, Andrew (U. S. Army) and sister-in-law Taylor. Memorial Services to be held at 1:00 PM Friday, February 16, 2018 at Cross Country Church, Holliday, Texas. Published by Owens & Brumley Funeral Home.

Robert Christopher Marshall, a sophomore aviation sciences major from Bruni, TX, died March 8 in a plane crash. He was 19.

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Patricia Held Boone of Friendswood, TX, died April 4 at age 91.

Claretta C. Brown, of Waco, wife of the late former Baylor professor William G. Brown, died March 10 at age 83. Memorial service to be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday March 16, 2018 at First Baptist Church Woodway. Claretta was born July 20, 1934 to Henry Levi Crawford and Clarena Neitch (pronounced kneech) in Quinton Oklahoma.

Her father was a World War I veteran and a Methodist circuit riding minister. Her mother was a PRAYING house wife. Claretta came to accept Jesus as her saviour early & learned to rely on God's care. Her father died when she was 14 years old. Claretta and her mother prayed for God's help and he provided a job for Clarena that put a roof over their heads, food on the table & clothes on their backs. These early lessons in relying on God and praying about everything, big or small shaped Claretta into a strong woman of quiet faith.

Claretta attended Wesley Hospital School of Nursing and graduated and went to work at the same Hospital as an OB/GYN Nurse in 1955. Claretta was introduced to William G. Brown by their mutual friend, Shirley Shaffer Walker in 1955 and they married September 2, 1956. Two years later (1958) their daughter Cheryl was born, followed 2 years later (1960) by daughter Pamela. They thought their family was complete but began to feel that God had more in store for them. They prayed and in 1965 Michael joined the family in 1965.

Bill & Claretta felt that God wanted Claretta to be a full time Mom and not work outside the home. They prayed and God provided.

Claretta followed Bill every step of the way through moving every six week while on "Seismic crew" for Chevron and held down the fort when Bill was gone for 3 weeks at a time for Chevron structural geology seminars. She prayed with Bill about changing jobs after 23 years with Chevron to take a teaching position at Baylor University in 1983. And she prayed when Bill had carotid artery surgery and had a stroke.

She taught her children to swim, ride bikes how to care for pets, and how to cook on a camp stove. In all the years of kids in school plays and programs she only missed one afternoon program because she had written it down on the calendar for the next day! But most of all she taught her children to pray. Many times her children would come downstairs for breakfast to find her in the chair by the fireplace with her Bible study materials in her lap, talking to God about her coming day asking him to protect her family and draw them close to him.

Daughter Cheryl married in 1976 to Jerry Allan Gates and they had 2 sons: Jason Aaron and Jonathan Andrew. Cheryl died in September 1992 and the family prayed that God would provide a new godly loving wife & mother for Allan & the boys. Allan married Pat Philpot, becoming stepfather to Matthew and Alisha. Jason grew up and married Brittany. They have 2 daughters, Hadley and Harper. Jonathan grew up and married Chrissy. Matt married Sarah & had 2 boys, Christian and Isaac while Alisha married Brad Mavis.

Daughter Pam was the proverbial boomerang kid that came back after college and never left, which in God's book was a blessing in disguise and her love and care for her parents enabled them to live their lives out in the home they made in Waco their deaths in 2018. Son Michael married Holly O'Quinn and they had 2 daughters: Makenna Katlyn and Braden Hannah.

Claretta's life can be summed up in "the effectual fervent pray of a righteous (wo)man avails much" we children have always had an outstanding role model of the importance of payer in the life of a believer. The family invites you to leave a message or memory on our “Tribute Wall” at www.WHBfamily.com

Michael James Caraway of San Angelo, TX, died Jan. 22 at age 71 following a long illness. following a long illness. Visitation for Mike is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 at Harper Funeral Home. Memorial service is at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 at Southland Baptist Church with his friend, Dr. Matt Walton, presiding. A private family interment will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.

Mike was born on March 10, 1947, in San Antonio, Texas, to Wilma and Frank Caraway. He spent his early years in San Antonio and Tyler, before moving to San Angelo in 1952. After graduating from Central High School, he attended Angelo State University, there receiving a Bachelor of Arts in 1969 and a Master of Arts in Teaching in 1974. Mike married the love of his life, Claudia Hollen Caraway, on Feb. 16, 1974.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1970 to 1972 and, while stationed at Fort Hood, was honored as Outstanding Soldier - First Cavalry Division and Outstanding Soldier - III Corp.

Mike taught in Weslaco and at San Angelo Central High School before retiring in 1982 to work for his father's oilfield business. He was active in Caraway Operating Company from 1982 until his retirement in November 2015.

His legacy is one of service and faithfulness - to his family and friends, to his church, and to the charities he held dear. He served as both a board member and Chairman of the San Angelo Board, and on the executive committee, of the West Texas Rehabilitation Center in San Angelo and Abilene. He was honored with the WTRC's Billy Mac Award in 2012. He also served on the executive committee of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. A long-time member of Southland Baptist Church, Mike delighted in serving as a church deacon, an usher for Sunday services, and chairman of Southland's pastoral search committee. One of his proudest accomplishments was teaching Sunday school each week for over 30 years.

He loved the outdoors and some of his favorite memories were from his many elk hunting trips with his family and friends at the Taylor Ranch in Colorado. He was a fearless scholar, took great joy in learning and was a life-long student of history and civil liberty. He loved writing notes to friends and family, often accompanied by a cartoon or a news story he thought would be of interest. He loved time spent with family and friends.

Mike was a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished brother and friend. Alzheimer's disease took Mike incrementally from those who loved him, and we are grateful he is now healed and at peace. His family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Baptist Retirement Center's Tally House for the care provided to Mike during his last months and for the kindness and support they have shown to his family.

Mike is survived by his wife, Claudia; and daughters, Arlene Caraway Matthews of Lubbock and Kimberly Caraway of Alexandria, Virginia. He is also survived by his sister, Debbie Williams, and her husband Ron, of Lubbock; and his brother, Mills Caraway and his wife, Cherri, of San Angelo. He is further survived by his nieces and nephew, a host of in-laws, and many cherished friends. Mike was much loved and his abiding faith which was a beacon to all who knew him will be deeply missed.

The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the West Texas Rehabilitation Center or Southland Baptist Church.

Family and friends can sign the online register book at harper-funeralhome.com.

Published in GoSanAngelo

Donald Joseph Carter Sr., a Baylor Huckins Medallion recipient and husband of former Baylor regent Linda Carter, of Dallas, died Feb. 14 at age 84. On February 14, 2018, Donald J. Carter, 84, began the next phase of his life by leaving this one behind. No doubt he is creating quite a stir in Heaven, just as he did here. When he left, his wife Linda was beside him at their Dallas home. It is fitting that Don passed on Valentine's Day: Linda was his Sweetheart of fifty-eight years, and he had a love affair with Dallas that enriched this city beyond what few men could accomplish or did. North Texas knows him best as the man who brought the NBA to Dallas in 1980, but the Mavericks are only the tip of a very large iceberg when it comes to the many gifts "Mr. C" showered on friends and strangers alike. That Don would be irritated by all this fuss over his transition is further evidence of the man's goodness: He always made an impact on whatever he touched but wanted no glory for himself. In fact, the only limelight he enjoyed was the one at courtside as he, Linda and their family cheered for the Mavericks. Though as a youth he had never taken his academics seriously, after his discharge from the United States Air Force, Don helped his mother to start their company Home Interiors and Gifts, Inc. At the same time, Don returned to school and finished his education, spent some years with IBM, and then, rather than continuing a conventional career with an established company, chose to return to Home Interiors and Gifts, the direct-sales company that he had co-founded here in Dallas in 1957 with his mother, Mary C. Crowley. He established every operational aspect of the business, and eventually became Executive Vice-President, President, CEO, and then Chairman. Don also founded and was Chairman of Carter Crowley Properties, along with several other companies in the Dallas region. But to call Don an executive in the conventional sense of the word would be to misunderstand the spirit that drove him and the roots that formed him. Born on July 5, 1933, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Don endured the ravages of the Depression. Poor and fatherless, he spent his early years up through high school making as much mischief as he could without landing in jail or getting caught. The turning point came with his enlistment in the Air Force, where he discovered discipline. With that awakening, Don also surrendered his life to God, returning to the faith that his devout mother had cherished all her life. This discipline and faith stayed with him the rest of his life. In fact, he wore his faith just as he conducted every other part of his life, naturally and with no pretense. Don exemplified the truest form of religion: He loved God by serving others. That service extended beyond the walls of his office to include the many charities he favored, as well as the stranger who needed help, and it was always typified by the values that generated his success: hard work, attention to detail, perseverance, and high standards. His white Stetson cowboy hat, plain-spoken style, and appreciation for the man in the top row of old Reunion Arena qualified Don as the quintessential blue-collar executive. All those who were blessed enough to deal with him personally or professionally knew that they were dealing with a man who said what he meant and meant what he said. Many men are viewed as great civic leaders. But the mark of a truly great man is he who earns the admiration of those who know him best, those who watch him when he leaves the office, who know if he continues to serve when no one but family is watching. Though Don devoted himself to business and community causes, his greatest devotion was to his family. It was rare to see him in public without his wife on his arm or a grandchild on his knee. His ever-present smile seemed to widen even more when family was nearby. He not only lavished his loving attention on his mother, wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, but he also reveled in the love they gave back to him. Nothing made him happier than to be surrounded by those to whom his heritage of faith, compassion, and service would most directly pass. The love that others felt for Don, whether from family, colleague, professional athlete, or new-found friend, is testimony to the loyalty and devotion they felt for him. Perhaps the most telling example comes from Dick Motta, the NBA coach Don lured out of retirement with a dream and a handshake. Two years into their professional friendship, someone asked Motta how long he planned to remain as the Mavericks coach. He explained the terms of his commitment to Don by simply saying, "The day he goes, I go." The time has now come. Don Carter indeed has gone but would not want us yet to follow. This ultimate Maverick would insist that we instead remain here to carry on with the example he has set for us all. Don Carter is preceded in death by his father Joseph H. Carter, mother Mary C. Crowley, sister Ruth Shanahan and grandson Carter Chance Urschel. He is survived by his wife Linda and their three children Joey, Ron and Christi; Joey's wife Ivonka, Ron's wife Wanda, and Christi's husband Hal Urschel; Their Grandchildren Lee (wife Natasha,) Mary Elizabeth (husband Jon,) Clint, Kimberley (husband Michael,) Kathryn, and Carr. Their Greats: Lucy, Mason, Hannah. Daughter Jeanine, granddaughter Amy. Memorial gifts honoring Don Carter may be made to the following two organizations: The Don Carter Family Memorial Fund benefiting Baylor Scott & White Health: https://give.baylorhealth.com/in-memory-of-donald-carter. The Don Carter Family Memorial Fund benefiting Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children: Memorial Donation to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2018, 1:00 PM at Highland Park United Methodist Church, 3300 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, Texas. Published in Dallas Morning News

Willa Ann Darr, ABC ’86, of Plano, TX, died Feb. 11 at age 87. Willa was born on July 9, 1930 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Thomas W. Stone and Beatrice M. Stone. Willa graduated from Hot Springs High School in 1948 and Southern Methodist University in 1952. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. After college, she taught elementary school for several years in Corpus Christi, Texas where she met her husband, the late Paul H. Darr, Jr. They were married in 1954 and had 2 sons. Her husband's job took them to San Antonio, Houston, Philadelphia, Oklahoma City and finally to Plano where they lived for nearly 40 years. Willa was active in her church wherever she lived and volunteered for many charitable causes over the years including the March of Dimes, Meals on Wheels and P.E.O. International. She was a Virtuoso Society Member of the Plano Symphony Orchestra. Her passions were her family, her church, her many friends and neighbors and traveling around the country and the world. Willa is survived by sons, Paul H. Darr III and his wife, Stacey of San Antonio and Thomas S. Darr and his wife, Miranda of Austin; grandsons Hunter, Eric and Britain Darr; her sister Betsy Lavin and brother-in-law Dr. Gary Lavin of Goshen, Kentucky; and nephews, Allan G. Lavin and Kevin S. Lavin, of Goshen, Kentucky. A memorial service will be held at Custer Road United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:00 AM. Memorial gifts may be made to the P.E.O. Sisterhood sponsored educational institution, Cottey College, c/o Beth McFarland 3924 Los Robles Dr., Plano, TX 75074 Published in Dallas Morning News

Ervin Davis of Waco, former barber in the Baylor Barber Shop, died March 9 at age 92. Funeral services will be11:00 AM Monday, March 12, 2018 at Connally/Compton Funeral Directors with Dr. Cary Killough officiating. Interment will follow in Waco Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 11th at the funeral home from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Mr. Davis was born on December 2, 1925 in Pearl, Texas to William Alvis and Hattie Ruth (DeLoach) Davis. He served his country in the United States Army during WW II with his twin brother Erwin as a bazooka team. Ervin was the recipient of 2 bronze stars as well as many other decorations and citations for his service. On February 20, 1955 he began his barber career in the SUB at Baylor University, where he worked for 56 years. Mr. Davis continued to work up until the time of his death. He was a member of Meadowbrook Baptist Church. Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wilburn Davis and Wayman Davis and sisters, Irene Schroeder and LaVetta Davis. Survivors include his son, Eddy Davis and wife, Linda of Lorena; daughter, Darla Wilson and husband, Dwain of Waco; brother, Erwin Davis of Austin; sister, LaVerne Necessary of Gatesville; grandchildren, Michele Hawkins and husband, Chris, Carey Wood and husband, Mick, Eddy Davis, Jr. and wife, Megan, Scott Wilson, and Shane Wilson and wife, Danielle; 8 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild and numerous, nieces, nephews and special friend, Peggy Townsend. Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wilburn Davis and Wayman Davis and sisters, Irene Schroeder and LaVetta Davis. Survivors include his son, Eddy Davis and wife, Linda of Lorena; daughter, Darla Wilson and husband, Dwain of Waco; brother, Erwin Davis of Austin; sister, LaVerne Necessary of Gatesville; grandchildren, Michele Hawkins and husband, Chris, Carey Wood and husband, Mick, Eddy Davis, Jr. and wife, Megan, Scott Wilson, and Shane Wilson and wife, Danielle; 8 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild and numerous, nieces, nephews and special friend, Peggy Townsend. 

James D. Henry of Dallas died April 11 at age 82. James D. (Jim) Henry died Wednesday, April 11, 2018. He was born in Dallas, Texas, on July 2, 1935. His family lived in the Oak Cliff area, and he graduated as valedictorian from Sunset High School at the age of 16. He was a graduate of Rice University with a B.S. in chemical engineering and was the youngest member of his class. He then went on to the University of Texas where he earned a M.S. in chemical engineering. He had a long successful career with the Atlantic Richfield Company where he became vice-president. While working in Midland, he met his future wife, Barbara. They were married for 52 years until Barbara's death in 2016 following a long illness. Jim was a longtime member of Lakeside Baptist Church in Dallas. He served as a deacon, a Bible study teacher, and used his organizational skills on many committees. Many children and students have been impacted by Jim's involvement in mission trips with Buckner International and through scholarships and other support of Rice University and Baylor University. Jim was a generous, kind gentleman, and he will be sorely missed. Published in Dallas Morning News

Dr. Stanley Hersh, a Baylor parent and longtime supporter, of Waco, died Feb. 13 at age 86. On Tuesday, February 13, 2018, a great luminary left this world when Dr. Stanley Hersh passed away peacefully at his home. Services will be held on 1:30 p.m., Thursday, February 15, at Congregation Agudath Jacob, 4925 Hillcrest Drive, with Rabbi Ben Zion Lanxner, followed by graveside services and interment at Congregation Agudath Jacob Cemetery, located at 1400 Garden Street.

He enhanced the lives of countless people. A true Renaissance man, he was a family patriarch, ophthalmologist, philanthropist, fundraiser, violinist, golfer, writer, editor, poet, orator, cantor, runner, humorist, scholar, artist, and philosopher – especially during his final years on earth. He was known for his intelligence, integrity, generosity and dry wit. He always strove for excellence and had a special way of influencing others to do the same.

Stanley Hersh, born in Boston, Massachusetts, on June 3, 1931, and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, inherited a strong work ethic from his parents, child immigrants from the Eastern European province of Volynia. Sixty-six years ago, at the age of 19, Stanley and his 18-year old wife, Florence Budin Stanley, were married at Heights Temple in Cleveland. This was shortly after Stan began medical school at [Case] Western Reserve. While in school, he held numerous jobs, often more than one at a time, to provide for his growing family. He loaded milk bottles (the most difficult job he ever had), worked on a production line making 57 Chevy water pumps, and managed the medical school bookstore - his favorite job. In 1957, his last year of medical school, he joined the Army Medical Corp Reserve Unit 464th as a second lieutenant in the hospital unit.

Stanley interned at Boston City Hospital and was a Harvard Fellow from 1958-59. After completing his residency in 1961, the Hersh family gave up brutal Massachusetts winters and moved to Texas. In Waco he began his ophthalmology practice on Colcord Avenue, which grew to become a six-ophthalmologist practice known as Waco Eye Associates. During his 54 years of practicing medicine, he performed more than 7,000 surgeries. Devoted patients still speak fondly of the classical music streaming into his examination and operating rooms, and his ability to perform eye exams in Czech and Spanish. Dr. Hersh served as Chief of Staff of Providence Hospital in 1977, and was Chief of Ophthalmology at Hillcrest Hospital in 1988.

Charity was near and dear to his heart. Nationally he served in various leadership positions including the United Jewish Appeal (UJA) and the Jewish National Fund, recently serving as JNF President Emeritus of the Southwest Region until his death. Locally he served as 10-time President and 25-year board member of the Jewish Federation of Waco Texas. Dr. Hersh was also a nine-time president, 10-time vice president, and treasurer and board member of Congregation Agudath Jacob for over 45 years. He supported numerous Waco charities and accomplished much locally for Waco community relations between Jews and those of other faiths. He was always eager to teach valuable Jewish life lessons to friends, and students in Baylor University religion classes.

The Hersh home was the central hub for his tightknit family. Florence and Stanley always had a weekly, Friday night Sabbath dinner, and also hosted Jewish holiday celebrations. In addition, for more than 50 years, every Monday night the Hersh home was filled with string quartet music with Stanley as 1st violinist. In their earlier years, Florence and Stanley enjoyed traveling to many foreign countries, most especially Israel. In subsequent years, as members of the Lotus Club, a literary society, they made frequent visits to New York with their children and grandchildren attending more than 70 Broadway shows. Dr. Hersh, an avid reader and bibliophile, always met his goal of reading 100 books annually. After his retirement in 2011, he especially enjoyed seeing past patients around town, always remembering names, intergenerational family histories and medical conditions. Dr. Hersh was most proud of his family legacy - his children and grandchildren - and their involvement with Jewish non-profits and other charitable organizations, and his lasting influence instilling within them their own philanthropic responsibility. He lived by example, reminding us all that we are a part of something much bigger and far more important than ourselves. He will be greatly missed, and forever remembered. May his memory be a blessing.

Dr. Stanley Hersh, leaves behind his wife, Florence; three daughters, Judy, Debbie and Cheryl Hersh; five grandchildren, David Levy and wife, Jessica, Rebecca Levy and fiancé, Jason Zenner, Arielle Levy, Ben Hersh, M.D., and Michal Tannenbaum; and identical twin great-granddaughters, Tillie and Ruthie Levy.

Pallbearers will be Ben Hersh, David Levy, Ed Rosenwasser, Ken Hersh, Charles Levy, Abbye Silver, and Jason Zenner. Honorary Pallbearers are Arnold Miller, Chuck Lewis, Jeff Hunter, C. Clifton Robinson, Stan Schwartz, Jake Bauer, and Melvin Lipsitz.

For those wishing to make a contribution, please make donations to Jewish Federation of Waco, P.O. Box 8031, 76714, or Congregation Agudath Jacob, 4925 Hillcrest Dr., 76710.

The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com. 

Randy Jacobs, of Hewitt, TX, senior lecturer and undergraduate program director in Baylor’s department of sociology, died March 14 at age 58. Jacobs, senior lecturer and well-known undergraduate program director in the department of sociology, passed away after battling cancer. His family held a private service. Jacobs taught courses on criminology, juvenile delinquency and sociology of sport at Baylor. He served as the department’s advisor and undergraduate program director, a position he held for more than a decade. He was well-loved by his students and highly respected by his colleagues. They also admired Jacobs for his friendliness and sense of humor.

 “Professor Randy Jacobs was the best undergraduate advisor I’ve ever worked with,” said Charles M. Tolbert, Ph.D., professor of sociology and former department chair. “In a very old-school way, he insisted on advising every sociology major every semester. Rather than dreading those one-on-one meetings, students loved them and Randy. At commencement, their faces would light up when they saw Randy waiting to congratulate them.”

 “Randy was well-loved by his colleagues,” said Carson Mencken, Ph.D., chair and professor of sociology. “He had a great sense of humor, which he displayed often in the office and at faculty meetings. When I was having a tense day, I would venture to Randy’s office to ‘shoot the breeze.’ I always left those chats laughing and much more relaxed.”

“Professor Randy Jacobs was a beloved teacher, advisor and colleague,” said Kevin D. Dougherty, Ph.D., associate professor and graduate program director in sociology. “Students knew what to expect from Professor Jacobs. And they appreciated him for it. Numerous students walked across the stage at commencement because of his skillful guidance. To his colleagues, he was also a guide and confidant. He will be deeply missed.”

Jacobs earned his bachelor of science degree in business administration from the University of South Carolina at Columbia and his master’s degree in sociology from the University of Central Missouri. He begin his career at Baylor as an instructor in the Baylor Air Force ROTC program. He later served as a lecturer in the forensic science program in what was then the department of sociology and anthropology. In 2006 he joined the newly formed department of sociology. He attended Harris Creek Baptist Church. Jacobs is survived by wife, Robyn, and two sons, Reid, B.B.A. ’10, his wife, Chelsea, and their children, Parker and Madison; and Ryan, B.B.A. ’10, his wife, Kyndal, and their child, Finley.

 The family asks those who wish to celebrate Randy Jacobs’ life to make a donation in his name to a charity of her/his choice. During this very difficult time, please remember in prayer the Jacobs family, as well as sociology faculty, staff and numerous students who were inspired and influenced by Jacobs over the years.

Sidney E. Smith of Marble Falls, TX, died April 1 at age 92. He was born on August 15, 1925, in Talpa, Texas to Roy Edward Smith and Eron Elise Payne Smith. He had one brother and three sisters, Mary, Gayle, Terry and Glenda. After graduating from high school, he served in the Navy as an airplane mechanic on a naval ship off the San Diego coast. After serving in WWII he entered college at Oklahoma Baptist University where he met the love of his life, Leta Mae Allard. Then they moved to Abilene, TX, where Sidney finished his Business degree from Hardin Simmons University. Then Sidney worked for oil companies that moved them to Big Spring, Kermit, and Abilene. When he began working for Tenneco Oil Company, the family lived in Hobbs, NM, Midland and Houston, Texas. During that time they were proud to have four daughters, Rebecca, Martha, and twin daughters, Lisa and Linda. However, Linda died at two days old. As the years flew, they taught their daughters to camp, hike, water ski, and most importantly, to love the Lord. He and Leta Mae led each of their daughters to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and taught them by example. Sidney and Leta Mae taught Sunday school in their church in each town, served as a deacon and often on the finance committee. Sidney retired from Tenneco in 1986. Soon they moved to Marble Falls, TX, where they enjoyed traveling abroad and around the United States with their RV Club. In addition they were active in their church and helped start and build Fellowship Baptist Church. They were married 61 years until Leta Mae went to be with the Lord on February 9, 2011. Sidney is survived by his sisters, Gayle Sanders and husband Pat Sanders from Ft. Worth; Glenda Colter and husband Jim Colter from Salem, Oregon; daughters Rebecca Smith King and husband David King; Martha Smith Singleton and husband Ches Singleton; Lisa Smith First and husband Todd First; grandchildren: Jonathan King and wife Laura; Jordan King and wife Joanna, Kara King; Matthew Kessner and wife Lindy, Collin Kessner and wife Amy, and Taylor Kessner; Zachary First, Jeremy First and wife Meredith, and Lindsay First; great-grandchildren: Audrey King; Hattie King; Cade Kessner and Ella Kessner; Coralynn Kessner and Ruby Kessner. He is preceded in death by his sister, Mary O’Rear, and his brother, Terry Smith. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Fellowship Baptist Church, Marble Falls, TX. Thank you to Poet’s Walk in Cedar Park for the wonderful care and love they showed our dad. Be still, and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

Thomas Stribling of Waco died April 15 at age 95 following a year-long battle with cancer. He died peacefully with his wife, Jo, by his side.

Services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 19, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel with Father John Wells officiating.

Burial will be 9:30 a.m. at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 10:30-11:00 a.m., at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home, prior to the memorial service.

With the exception of his education and service as an Army officer in the Pacific during World War II, Thomas spent his entire life in Waco. He graduated from Waco High School as valedictorian. He attended New Mexico Military Academy for two years then transferred to the University of Texas and completed his studies for a BBA, graduating Cum Laude. He did graduate work at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, then graduated from the Graduate School of Business at Harvard University with his MBA. Thomas partnered with his lifelong friend, Goodhue Smith, through much if not all of these academic adventures.

Following his military service and graduation from Harvard, Thomas taught for three years at the Baylor Business School. He left Baylor and began working with his father in the insurance field and eventually became the senior partner and president of Stribling, Woodward and Greig Insurance Company. Thomas also served as a director and vice president of KWTX Broadcasting Company during its formative years, which included four television stations and two radio stations. He was a director and on the executive committee of Southwestern Drug of Dallas. He served as director and headed the McLennan County United Way Campaign. He also served on numerous other commercial and charitable organizations.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Manon Yantis Stribling and Davis Gurley Stribling; and by his sister, Ellender Stribling Chase and her husband, George Chase.

He is survived by his wife of forty-one years, Josephine Lawrence Stribling; four stepsons, James J. Johnson and his wife, JoAnne, Dr. Johnny Clay Johnson, Norman G. Bodet Ill and his wife, Lynn, and Robert J. Bodet and his wife, Patricia. He is also survived by his nephews, Tom Chase and wife, Penny, and Jim Chase; and grandchildren, Carla Morrison, Laura Carson, Andy Bates, Clay Johnson, R.T. Bodet, Dylan Bodet, Norman Bodet and Ronald Bodet.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Art Center of Waco, 712 Austin Ave Waco Tx 76701 or the charity of your choice.

The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Tribute Wall" at www.WHBfamily.com

Published in Express-News

Clara Es-Stel Wieland, of Lexington, KY, died March 7 at age 82. Clara Es-Stel Yates, 82, beloved wife of James R. Wieland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Clara Es-Stel and Jim were married on March 20, 1964 and enjoyed 54 years together. Born on April 27, 1935 in Lexington, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Earl Carroll Yates, Sr. and Clara Schmidt Yates. She was graduated from the University High School, received a Bachelor's of Science from the University of Kentucky, and worked at the UK Medical Center and Lexington Clinic as a medical technologist and bacteriologist. In 1970, she was a founding parent of the Community Montessori School. As a citizen-advocate for environmental issues, she served on the Boards of and/or volunteered for several community organizations, including the Land and Nature Trust, Floracliff Nature Sanctuary, the Kentucky Native Plant Society, and The Nature Conservancy. An avid hiker, she walked with and often led the "Thursday Morning Hiking Group" at Raven Run from the 1970s until late 2015. In 2017, Floracliff dedicated the Clara Wieland Wildflower Trail along Elk Lick Creek, where native spring wildflowers flourish. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Earl Carroll Yates, Jr., Dr. Walter Frank Yates and Lawrence Avery Yates, and by her sister, Yvonne Yates Saufley. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Kristan Wieland Curry and Yates (Crystal) Wieland and by her grandchildren, Joshua and Caroline Curry and Carissa Ward and Kenidi Wieland. She is also survived by her sister, Kate Yates Bryant, as well as many nieces and nephews. Visitation to be held Saturday, March 24, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 1730 Summerhill Dr., 10am-11am. A Word Service will take place at 11am, followed by a reception. The family would like to thank all of the caregivers who provided their assistance. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Floracliff Nature Sanctuary, P.O. Box 21723, Lexington, KY 40522, to the Kentucky Native Plant Society, P.O. Box 6862, Frankfort, KY 40602, or to the charity of your choice. To donate online, please follow these links: http://floracliff.org/involved.html [1] or http://www.knps.org/ [2] (PayPal donate tab is at the bottom of the page). www.milwardfuneral.com

Published in Lexington Herald-Leader