Obituaries

Paul Keith Dwight, age 60 of Amarillo, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2021, in Amarillo.
Graveside services will be held at Rowe Cemetery in Hedley, on Friday, August 13, at 10:00 a.m.

Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Paul was born on June 13th, 1961 in Dumas to Richard and Betty Dwight. He served in the Navy and worked in heating and air conditioning most of his adult life. Paul was a loving father, grandfather, son, and brother. He was a tech wiz, and a go to for all our computer problems. Paul loved his family and always remembered and acknowledged them on birthdays and holidays. He was a very devoted son! He will be so missed by all of his family and friends! He will forever be in our hearts.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Dwight; granddaughter, Madison Ann Powers; and his uncle, Jimmy Stout.

He is survived by his mother, Betty Dwight; two children, Tessa Lee Powers, and Christopher Dwight and family, Alicia and Kaylee; two brothers, Danny Dwight, and Kirk Dwight and wife Beverly; sister, Timber Lee Potts; nephew, James Lee Potts and wife Staci; two nieces, Kristen Dwight and Haley Dwight; great nephew, Chevey Miller; great niece, Eva Potts; and one sweet aunt, Sharon Stout.

The family request memorials to be sent to the Veterans Hospital, 6010 W. Amarillo Blvd., Amarillo, Texas 79106.

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Craig Howard Cobb passed away peacefully at his home in Clarendon on July 28, 2021 at age 52.

He was born on March 16, 1969, in Portales, New Mexico, by Father Ricky Cobb and Mother Janice Bennett. He was a loving and kind husband, father, son and friend. Craig was married to the love of his life, Julie Cobb in Clarendon. He has two children, Sade and Trevor, and a stepson, Joseph. He graduated high school in Portales. Craig was a long-time resident of Clarendon.

This man, this welder, shield in place welded with precision to produce a handsome striking gentleman with the kind of voice that was as unique as the rest of him. He spent over half his life striking an arc. He was a master Craftsman who single-handedly built his world while raising his kids. He spent most his career working at plants and on natural gas units throughout the panhandle while welding projects for himself or others after hours. Craig had a loving passion for square body trucks, his shop that he built from the ground up, and his Lincoln welding machines. Lincolns were his status quo. Even though he said Miller’s actually welded pretty good.. though he wouldn’t be caught with one on his rig! He loved riding his Harley that he also built from the ground up. Craig had many hats depending on the occasion; a cowboy hat that he made sure was the right one for the season, a baseball cap that you never wash and a welding cap with lizards on it. While always having a can of Copenhagen Silver Top in his back left pocket. Some may not know but legend has it that he was a bull rider. Just long enough to have a picture taken. He also has Cherokee in him. He loved getting dirty and cleaning up. At the end of his day, he loved sitting in his old metal rocking chair looking out the bay door of his shop visiting with anyone that wanted to stop by with his 80’s music in the background.

We were blessed to learn valuable lessons from Craig to name a few; Don’t go ahead and do something if you don’t know how to do it, Check your measurements twice, Don’t let your fuel go under a quarter of a tank, Have an air gauge with you so you don’t blow up your tire, Finally, always wear eye protection. That was his biggest one. While driving if he saw someone weed whacking without eye protection he’d stop and give them a pair of his safety glasses. He did that all the time. A favorite pastime he had as a kid was at his grandpa’s shop, sitting on top of the Coke machine with a glass bottle Coca-Cola and a handful of peanuts poured in it. Him and his grandpa would sit out there enjoying it together. We would still do it. Hop in an old truck and cruise with our glass bottle Coca-Cola and peanuts.

Craig is survived by his wife Julie Cobb, his children Sade Cobb and Trevor Cobb, and stepson Joseph Russell. His parents Ricky Cobb and Janice Bennett, Janice’s husband Danny Bennett, a half-brother Tyler Cobb, Aunt’s, Uncle’s, Cousins and Friends.

He is preceded by both sets of grandparents that made a big impact on his life.

To Kindred Hospice we want to express gratitude to the people in your organization for the compassionate remarkable wonderful care given to my husband and me. Craig loved y’all from the get-go. Your time, work and effort has been very much appreciated. Thank you. God Bless you.

Cremation & Arrangements are under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Sheila Kay Black was born on April 17, 1960. She left this earth on July 20, 2021. She was 61 years old.

She was a blessing to all she encountered. She was an outstanding mother, mentor, and friend. Sheila was always a bright light to everyone she encountered. She selflessly took care of her children and was a very hard worker. She was determined to provide for her children and went back to school, earned an associate degree then pursued a career at Pantex where she worked for 26 years.

Sheila was the most loving, considerate, and caring person anyone would have the pleasure of knowing. She always had a certain energy that she carried with her everywhere she went. The same feeling you have with a warm blanket. Comfort, happiness, love… That was Sheila.
She was preceded in death by her father Donald Dwayne Salmon.

She was survived by her mother, Betty Salmon of Clarendon; her son Jeff Black and wife, Nina, and their children Riley, Rayne and Rycen all of Davison, Michigan; her daughter Stacy Black, and children Braydon, Cheyenne, Aliza, and Deyson all of Russellville, Kentucky; a sister Sandra Shields and husband, Keenan of Lelia Lake, and children, Wes Shields and wife Jasie and their family; Kelby Robinette and husband, Jarod and family, and Kaylee Shields.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 11:00 at the Church of Christ in Claude. Sheila’s favorite color was purple, so if you have anything purple, please wear it.

The family suggest memorials be to your favorite charity.

Milton Matthew Mann, 80, of Clarendon died Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at his home in Clarendon.

Graveside services were held July 24, 2021, at Citizens Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Milton was born October 25, 1940, in Clarendon to Chester” Doc” and Mary Slater Mann. He married Donna Maupin in Lubbock on November 18, 1961.

Milton was an Ag teacher for 40 plus years in Boys Ranch, Clarendon and Higgins. He led many of his students to leadership contest often to the state level. After his retirement, Milton continued to help with the Donley County Livestock show in Clarendon each year as the swine superintendent and numerous other duties. He also enjoyed his grandchildren, great grandchildren, his farm and cattle raising.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Chester Mann and sister Mary Williams.

He is survived by his wife, Donna; son, Matt Mann and wife Judy of Canadian; daughters, Starla Mann of Arlington and Susan Anders and husband Jay of Pampa; five grandchildren, Dustin Willyard and wife Brittany, Cierra Burks and husband Wade, Charles Michael III and wife Sunny, Sarah Mitchell and husband Seth and Wilson Anders; seven great grandchildren, Emma, Conner, Colton, Cannon, Landon, Levi, McKinzie and Grayson; sister, Wilma Lindley and husband Harold and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family request memorials be sent to Donley County Activity Center or Donley County Jr. Livestock Association PO Box 661 Clarendon, Tx 79226.

Mike Lee Smith, 89, of Clarendon passed July 21, 2021.

He was born in Donley County to Paul and Francis Smith on October 28, 1931. He grew up on the family farm East of Clarendon with three brothers and two sisters.

After graduating Clarendon High School, he joined the Navy and served during the Korean War. After his service, he returned home and entered Clarendon College, then transferred on to West Texas State University. During that time, he met the love of his life, Margaret Gayle Cushing and they were wed August 22, 1959. Two years later, after a brief time in Borger, they returned to the area they loved and moved onto the Cushing Ranch in Briscoe and Hall counties where he worked, owned and lived until the day he died. During these years, he served many of them on the Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Association board and was a member of the Silverton United Methodist Church.

He was pre-deceased by his parents; his wife, Margaret; brothers, Harold, Joe, and Jimmie Smith; nephews, Joe & Kim Smith, Mike Nelson, and Jeff Tyra; and numerous close friends.

He is survived by sons, Bill Smith and wife DeLane of Silverton, and Lee Smith of Clarendon; granddaughters, Ashley, Shayna, and Samantha Smith; sisters, Barbara Nelson of Wichita, KS, and Janie Tyra and husband Ronnie of Amarillo, TX; and numerous other nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, as well as many many good friends.
Services were held on Monday, July 26th at United Methodist Church in Silverton. The family asks for donations to your local or closest Volunteer Fire Department or volunteer EMS in lieu of flowers.

Glenn “Papa” Judd passed away on July 24, 2021, at the age of 76, in Georgetown, Texas.

Glenn wore many hats as a husband, father, grandfather, and veteran to name a few. He is survived by his wife, Claudette “Meme” Judd, and three children, Brandon Judd, Sherri Young, and Christal Judd, and their spouses, along with his 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

Glenn was known for his famous one-liners that include, but are not limited to, “Gah!” “36?!” ”Turkey??” and “What was it I liked, Claude??.” He graduated from Clarendon High School in ’63 where he played football, basketball, and ran track. He went on to graduate from Texas State in ’79 with a degree in Commercial Arts.

Glenn was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy, Texas Longhorn, East View Patriot, and Clarendon Bronco fan. Though there were many tense nights due to his unrequited love for the Cowboys (yes – even during their losing streaks), he filled his home with laughter, family, and chaos ‘round-the-clock.

Glenn was a highly decorated hero with honors including Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with V, and two Purple Hearts among many others. He served in Public Affairs and helped facilitate the visit from Ronald Reagan when he gave his famous “tear down that wall” speech, as well as the spy exchange of Anatoly Shcharansky. While serving in Berlin, he was a press escort for Ralph Lauren, Bill Wallace, and Harrison Ford. He also served two tours in Vietnam. After 23 years of service in the Army, he retired as a Sergeant Major.

His final retirement in the civilian world was at Home Depot. Despite not receiving commissions, his competitive nature led him to be rewarded as the 2nd best appliance salesman in the nation while he was assigned to the Euless, Texas, store.

Glenn was loved and admired by anyone he met and will be missed greatly. “To know him was to love him.”

Family and Friends are invited to attend the graveside service that will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Citizens Cemetery in Clarendon at 2:00 p.m.

J.R. Kennedy, 93, of Hedley died Sunday, July 25, 2021 at his residence.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 29, 2021, in Rowe Cemetery in Hedley with Rev. Bruce Howard and Johnny Hoggatt, officiating. Burial will follow in Rowe Cemetery in Hedley.

Viewing will be Wednesday at the funeral home. Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

J.R. was born January 2, 1928, in Hall County to Elmo Pete and Willie Polask Kennedy. He married Gloria Lavon “Bonnie” Wilson on December 12, 1953, in Pampa. He had been a resident of Hedley since 1956 where he farmed and ranched. He had served on the Quail school board for several years, FSA Committee for a couple of years, and helped with the Hedley Volunteer Fire Department. J.R. was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hedley where he helped in the church where he was needed.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; 1 brother; and 4 sisters.
Survivors include his sons, Jimmy Kennedy and Bill Kennedy both of Hedley.

The family request memorials be sent to the Rowe Cemetery Association or Kindred Hospice.
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Clarendon resident Susan McKee passed away peacefully in her home on July 16, 2021.

She lived three weeks after a breast cancer diagnosis, but always a pragmatist about death, she chose to live that time surrounded by family and friends.

“You can all do whatever kind of Celebration of Life you want to after I’m gone,” she told her family shortly after coming home from the hospital, “But I want to celebrate while I’m alive! I want to participate!” Family from coast to coast traveled to spend time with her, laugh, cook, and reminisce. It was a wonderful occasion for her. A wonderful occasion for us all.

Susan began working as a 911 dispatcher for the Donley County Sheriff’s Office in 1999 and retired in 2016. As the emergency dispatcher, she was the voice heard by the deputies, EMS, and firemen relaying information to them as they raced through the nights.

She liked to drop off anonymous boxes of candy and treats to her first responder friends, but it was an open secret. Everyone knew when a box arrived who it was from.

Susan will be remembered for her genuine kindness and a biting wit sense of humor. Born and raised in California, she was known by some as simply The Hippie.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Miss Ellie McKee, both of Clarendon; and her sisters, Flindy and Rebecca.

Susan is survived by her brother, Jeff McKee of Clarendon; sister, Diane (Frank) of Arizona; niece, Shirley (Paul) Deese of Dothan, AL; niece, Barbara Wilhite of Las Vegas, NV; Jeff (Lisa) Hedrick of Muscle Shoals, AL; niece, Amy (Danny) Halcomb and their daughters, Delany and Ruby, of Newcastle, CA; nephew, Tor (April) and their son, Owen, of Hanford, CA; grandniece, Wendi (Ana) Hurst-Juerrero and their daughter, Ellie, of Hanford, CA; grandniece, Mallory (Tim) and their children, Timothy and Elinor, of Summerville, SC; and Stoney (Jillian) and their son, Griffin, of Jacksonville, FL.

Susan’s family would like to express a heartfelt shout-out to some incredibly special people. Sis Bond of Kindred Hospice. Sis, you were our hero and our teacher. Thank you for everything. Anna, Heather, and the entire EMS team, thank you so much for the unwavering help you gave Susan. Butch, Cheryl, and Deana of the Donley County Sheriff’s Office, you were family. Thank you, all of her friends and acquaintances around town for your condolences as we passed on the street, it was comforting. Lastly, Kelly and Sonny. I guess we will never know.

An informal Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday morning, July 31 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Come and go as you please, help yourself to some coffee, juice, and assorted breads and cakes. Listen to others and tell your own ‘Susan Story’. It will be held at her home at 721 W. 7th Street (SE corner of 7th and S. Allen) in Clarendon. Please feel free to stop in.

Gregory Wayne Henry, 59, of Big Spring, passed away, Monday, July 5, 2021. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021, at the First Baptist Church in Big Spring.

Greg was born August 8, 1961, in Big Spring to Wayne Henry and Londa Coker Henry. He graduated from Big Spring High School and Southwest Texas State University. He married Lori Henry in 1988 and they lived in Big Spring, Mt. Pleasant, and Arlington before returning to Big Spring in 2015.

Greg’s jobs included Howard College Asst. Baseball Coach, North East Texas College Asst. Baseball Coach, Clarendon College Facilities Director of Development, and Donley County Bank Marketing Director. He was an excellent salesman with an eye to detail and incredible patience to win the sale. It was no surprise that these skills helped him build a successful used pallet company in Dallas with two partners, Philip Shoffner and Travis Burgess.

In his most recent position as Executive Director of the Big Spring Area Community Foundation, he found joy and success yet again as he “jumped in the deep end” with all he had and quickly brought the Foundation to a broader public awareness. He served the community on the boards of Rotary, Chamber of Commerce and Runnels Classical Christian Academy.

He served as the master of ceremonies for the past several years at Clarendon’s Col. Charles Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff, and he was an active member of Life Church and involved with several ministries of the church.

He had multiple interests and he was as comfortable in a boardroom as on a horse. As a baseball coach, he developed baseball players and nourished lifelong relationships with them. He was especially proud of the JUCO World Series Championship that they won in 1996.
He had a strong Christian faith and valued his Christian heritage. He loved to study the Bible and wrote over 300 Cowboy devotionals that used the many activities of a working ranch to illustrate God’s love, truth, creation and salvation.

He was a great athlete who excelled in football, baseball, golf, snow skiing, and waterskiing. His love for the outdoors was only surpassed by his love for people. He never met a stranger. He was the life of the party and would make everyone laugh with his illustrative way of telling stories.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wayne Henry and grandparents, Lonnie and Evlyn Coker and Woodrow and Cecil Henry and aunt, Gloria Petterson.

He is survived by his wife Lori Henry of Big Spring; his mother Londa Henry of Big Spring and his in-laws Jeffie and Ricky Phinney of Coahoma; his sister Shawna Ashlock (Larry) of Granbury; his brother Kurt Henry (Amy) of Peaster; his brother-in-law Jay Phinney (Kim) of Big Spring. He was the proud uncle of Lauren Barksdale (Ben) of Keller; Zac Phinney (Andrea) of Big Spring; Aaron Ashlock (Diana) of Aubrey; Ashley Brown (Hunter) of Big Spring; Heston Henry (Emily) of Cleburne; Holland Henry (fiancée Hannah) of Frisco, and Kord and Rawlins Henry of Peaster, and great nieces and nephews – Evie, Hudson and Moses Barksdale, Baylor and Lucia Ashlock, Dylan and Atticus Brown. Also, cousins Dane and Philip Shoffner of Trophy Club, TX; Cort Petterson (Marci) of League City, Bruin Petterson (Chelsea) of Odessa, and Uncle Paul Petterson (Laura) of Odessa, as well as a host of other cousins and family members.
Pallbearers will be Zac Phinney, Hunter Brown, Heston Henry, Holland Henry, Ben Barksdale, Roy Worthy and Jeb Worthy.

The family suggests memorials to Big Spring Area Community Foundation, 707 Scurry, Big Spring, TX. 79720, or Baptist Center for Global Concerns, 1417 W Arkansas Ln., Suite 201, Arlington Tx 76013.

Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.

Henry Isaac Like, 81, of Clarendon died on Sunday, July 4, 2021, in Amarillo.

Family directed memorial services were held on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at the Arena of Life Cowboy Church in Clarendon with Bunk Skelton, officiating.

Cremation and arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors.

Goodbye Dad, we bid you farewell. Your beautiful family is here, And your friends as well.
Onward to heaven, your soul has gone. No longer to suffer, meeting a new dawn.
Oh God we know dad is with you. But right now, we sure feel blue.
Didn’t expect you to leave us so soon. We’re sad and heartbroken, but our lives will resume.
Broad were your talents, with experiences galore. But being our father, to us, meant a whole lot more.
YouTube and Dusty Filmed 10 episodes with you. Telling bout the good old days and trapping too!
Each soul here knows you in a unique way. We grieve and heal as we love and pray.
Dad: You’re probably kicking up your heels! As you enjoy Heaven’s green luscious fields!
And don’t get too boisterous and prim! We’re spreading your ashes, like you wanted at Kim!
Daily we need to dwell in the Lord. Heaven shall be your great reward.
Dad was a jack-of-all trades- nothing he couldn’t do! He was the greatest horseman and cattle-hand around- that is true!
You know he was an excellent rifleman as well. A perty good windmill man too, especially after a windy spell!
– We love you Dad, From the Like Family

He is preceded in death by his father, Joel Like; mother, Buelah Jackson Like; and his brother, Westley Like.

He is survived by 4 sons, Joel Like and wife Michelle, Billy Like and wife Lynn, Henry Like and wife Alice, and Leonard Like and wife Norma; Daughter, Sue Weese and husband Billy; brother, Freddie Like and wife Nora; two sisters, Juanita McClure and husband Bob, and Jewel Kay Like; 16 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by special friend, Sammie Doering.

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