OBITUARIES

Leatrice LaVerne Allen-Barker

Published

9 years ago

04/14/2016

Leatrice LaVerne Allen-Barker OBIT
April 2, 1930 – April 9, 2016
MIDLAND – Leatrice LaVerne Allen-Barker, 85, passed away on April 9, 2016.
A funeral service was at 10 am April 12 at Crestview Baptist Church with the Rev. Jimmy Daniel officiating.
LaVerne was born on April 2, 1930 in Ringgold to James William Vannoy and Octa Edweauna Wharton-Vannoy.
She was a wonderful and caring mother who also loved her Senior Sunday School and XYZ friends at Crestview Baptist Church. She was a talented seamstress who shared her skills with the Midland Memorial Hospital Women’s Auxiliary in the 1950s and 60s. She was a co-founder of Allen Orthotics and Prosthetics in 1954 and enjoyed her retirement in 2011.
LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, James and Edweauna Vannoy; brother, James Ponton Vannoy; her loving husband of 46 years, AJ Allen and grandson, Christopher Bearden.
She is survived by her husband Ralph Barker; daughters, Pamela Ausmus and husband Larry, and Belinda Newton and husband Mike; son, Michael Allen and wife Kim; five grandchildren, Christine Beebe and husband Richard, Suzanne McClanahan and husband John, Jessica Burton and husband Phil, Aaron Allen and wife Amber and Joshua Newton and wife Kristen; eight great-grandchildren, Michael Breeding, Kelsey Breeding, Nicole Breeding, Noah Vincent, Evalyn Beebe, Dylan Beebe, Maple Burton and Atley Allen; two great-great grandchildren, Bentlee and Harlee Breeding, and by Sally Allen.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be donated to the National Fibromyalgia Association, American Chronic Pain Association or an organization of their choice.
The family extends their sincere appreciation to Dr. Matthews, Dr. Vogel, Dr. Copeland, Dr. Miller and Dr. D’Agostino and the caring and dedicated staff of Midland Memorial Hospital and Hospice Midland. She was truly blessed by their care and compassion.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.
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OBITUARIES

Kelsi Jordyn Fulbright

Published

2 days ago

11/15/2024

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November 3, 2024 – November 10, 2024
NOCONA – Kelsi Jordyn Fulbright, infant, died Nov. 10, 2024.
A visitation was from 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home. A funeral service was at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor James Messer as the officiant. Interment followed in Spanish Fort Cemetery.
She was born Nov. 3, 2024, in Wichita Falls. For one week her mother and close family members were given the opportunity to love on her, pray over her and create small memories with her and each other. She was born at 7 pounds 15 ounces and 19 inches long. Though her stature was small and her life on earth was short, her impact was huge.
She was preceded in death by three uncles.
She is survived by her parents, Unity McGowan and Josh Fulbright; half-brother, Joseph Bax; her grandparents; her great-grandparents and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorial donations may be made to Cook Children’s Hospital Spiritual Department, 801 7th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.

OBITUARIES

J.C. “Pat” Foreman

Published

5 days ago

11/12/2024

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September 28, 1947 – November 9, 2024
JACKSBORO – J.C. Foreman, 77, lovingly known as Pat, passed away on Nov. 9, 2024 at his home in Jacksboro.
A visitation was from 9 to 10 a.m. Nov. 12 at Coker Funeral Home in Jacksboro. A funeral service followed the visitation. Burial took place at Newport Cemetery.
He was born on Sept. 28, 1947 in Bowie to Jesse James Foreman and June Ella (Dumas) Allison. Pat married Phyllis Leek on June 16, 1990, in Pipe Creek, TX and they were both members of the First Baptist Church of Jacksboro. Pat worked in the oil and gas industry and owned Circle P Trucking. He will be greatly missed by those who loved and knew him.
Pat is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Donna Davidson and brother, Gary Foreman.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Foreman; daughters, Tami Deaton and husband Keith and Tonya Rhyne; four grandchildren; one great grandchild; brothers-in-law, Joe Davidson and Tommy Leek and sister-in-law, Kathy Foreman along with many extended family and friends.
Arrangements entrusted to Coker Funeral Home of Jacksboro.

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OBITUARIES

Donna Russell

Published

5 days ago

11/12/2024

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December 9, 1952 – November 7, 2024
NOCONA – Donna Russell, 71, died at her home in Nocona on Nov. 7, 2024.
There will be a visitation from 10 a.m. until service time on Nov. 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 11 a.m. at the Gazebo in Nocona Cemetery officiated by Pastor Marvin Pepper.
She was born on Dec. 9, 1952 in Nocona at the Major Clinic to Sam Taylor and Billie Roberts Taylor. She grew up in Nocona and worked mostly as a beautician. She married Danny Russell on Oct. 8, 1974 in Montague County.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Danny; her parents and one nephew.
She is survived by her children, Cody Russell, Haslet and Amy Spikes, Wichita Falls; sisters, Becky Taylor, Nocona and Angela Taylor, Henrietta; brother, Sammy Taylor, Decatur and four grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society – Lung Cancer Charity or Leukemia Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.