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Gretchen Kay Lutz
Gretchen Kay Lutz
January 6, 1948 – June 10, 2019
HOUSTON – Gretchen Kay Lutz, 71, passed from this life on June 10, 2019 at her home in Houston, TX.
A graveside service will be at the Benson family plot in Elmwood Cemetery at a later date.
She was born on Jan. 6, 1948 to Dana Sue Benson Lutz and James R. Lutz in Fort Worth. She grew up with her mother and maternal grandparents in Bowie. She was a member of First Christian Church in Bowie and was a member of First Christian-Houston at the time of her death. Gretchen graduated from Bowie High School in 1966.
She attended Texas Christian University in Fort Worth where she was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority and the TCU Band, and graduated with a bachelor of arts degree. She earned a master of arts degree from the University of Houston, an M.A. from Rice University, attended the School of Criticism and Theory at Dartmouth College, and received a Ph.D. from Rice University in English literature.
She was credentialed as a reading specialist through the University of Houston-Clear Lake. She held Texas teacher certification in English, English/language arts/reading, English as a second language, history, generic special education and as a reading specialist. She was an international student advisor at Schreiner University, an advance placement coordinator and testing coordinator/limited English proficiency coordinator at the American Academy of Excellence Charter High School.
Her teaching experiences included San Jacinto College Central Campus, Pasadena, South and North Campuses, Houston; University of Houston-Clear Lake; Houston Community College SE, Eastside Campus, Houston; University of Houston Downtown; Brookhaven College in Farmers Branch; Amarillo College in Amarillo and Galveston College. She also taught at Cesar E. Chavez High School, Houston; The Brown Schools Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program, Houston; Galveston Ball High School; H.W. Longfellow Academy, Dallas; and School of the Talented and Gifted at Yvonne Ewell Townview Center, Dallas. She authored and published numerous scholarly articles and reviews, and presented many of her papers throughout the United States. She was also an accomplished musician.
Gretchen was preceded in death by her parents; her maternal grandparents, Dana B. and Ova Benson, Bowie; and paternal grandparents, Jacob E. and Anna Lutz, Henrietta.
She is survived by three generations of cousins, Fred Slayden, The Woodlands, Joe Slayden, and Jack and Aaron, all of Lewisville, Jason Slayden, Alyssa, Zachary and Taylor, all of The Woodlands, Jane Slayden Redman, McAlester, OK, David Redman, McAlester, OK, Ross and Ben, and Paul Redman, Kennett Square, PA.
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May 27, 1948 – July 14, 2024
MONTAGUE – John Riley Russell, 76, died July 14, 2024 following several battles with cancer.
At John’s request, there will be no formal service. There will be a casual family visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. on July 20 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie. John desired to be cremated, his ashes joined with Gerry’s in time and to be spread over his home place in Montague.
John was born in West Columbia, TX to Carl and Pauline Teague Russell on May 27, 1948. He was welcomed to the family by his big sister, Lynda.
The family moved to Bowie so that Carl could start Russell’s Department Store in 1951. John graduated from Bowie High School in 1966; he excelled in basketball under Coach Gayno Shelton’s guidance. John continued his education at Midwestern University where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
After marrying Gerry Galloway in 1968, John worked for General Dynamics, which later became Lockheed Martin. At that company he became a world traveler. He loved traveling, but his favorite place was at home with his wife and his beautiful daughter, Brandy Michelle, who was born in 1970.
After retiring in 2004, John and Gerry moved to Montague to live out their lives. They were blessed with two fantastic grandsons, Jax Riley Williams and Kaz Russell Williams. John took great pride in that both boys were named after him.
John is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gerry Russell; his daughter, Brandy and her wonderful husband, Paul Williams and two grandsons, Jax and Kaz Williams. He also leaves behind his loving sister, Lynda Neeld and her daughters, Holly Bullock and Shawna Tomlin.
Expressions of sympathy to John’s family are appreciated, but please do not bother with flowers or memorials; instead, do something nice for a family member, friend or stranger; pet a pooch and think of John. Also, he would stress to all young people to stay away from tobacco products.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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May 27, 1941 – May 27, 1941
NOCONA – Raymond “Salty” Hudson Sr., 83, died on July 10, 2024.
A visitation was from 7 to 8 p.m. on July 12 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on July 13 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Donald Cheshier officiating. Interment will follow at Eagle Point Cemetery.
He was born on May 27, 1941 in Sentinel, OK to Henry and Eula McLaughlin Hudson. They later moved to Lubbock where he grew up. He married Doris May Partridge on Aug. 16, 1960 in Montague and together they had three children.
He worked for Justin Leathergoods for 23 years then Nocona Belt Company for more than 25 years until he retired with Bell Supply. He coached little league baseball where he started the teams for Justin Leathergoods. He also was involved in the Nocona Indians Booster Club for a number of years. Hudson also worked for R.B. Stout Furniture store where he did odd jobs, delivered and did repairs on appliances. He was a lifetime member of Shady Grove Community Church for more than 60 years where he served as treasurer and deacon.
He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Doris; sons, Ray and Kenny; daughter, Carmella; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild and eight step-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers make donations to Eagle Point Cemetery Association or Shady Grove Church, c/o Doris Hudson, 108 Jackson, Nocona, TX 76255.
Arrangements entrusted to Jerry Woods Funeral Home Nocona.
July 25,1958 – July 7, 2024
MONTAGUE – James “Jim” Edward Price Jr., 65, died on July 7, 2024 at home.
A memorial service will take place at 2 p.m. on July 17 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie, with Pastor Gregg Shaw officiating.
He was born on July 25,1958 in Bridgeport where he lived most of his life. He worked at Gifford Hill and Hanson as a heavy diesel mechanic which he retired from after 45 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Barbara Price; sister, Rheeanna Gage and two grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Liz Price, Montague; son, Cody Price; daughter, Courtney Waldrip, Bowie; sister, Susie Rankin, Fort Worth; six grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Legend Bank for the Colby Price Scholarship and RheeAnna Gage Scholarship to help the upcoming senior class.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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