Obituaries

Gayla Sue Endicott Fletcher, 67, died Thursday, November 5, 2015 in Claude.

Memorial services were held November 7, 2015, in the First United Methodist Church in Claude with Rev. Janet Edwards and Rev. Sean Smith, officiating.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Armstrong Chapel of Claude.

Gayla was born January 10, 1948, in Wichita, Texas to James William and Dorothy Nell Endicott. She graduated from Jacksboro High School and attended Texas Tech University. She married the love of her life, Philip Lee Fletcher on June 1, 1968, in Jacksboro. They shared a life of love for over 47 years. She had a devout belief in Jesus Christ as her Savior. She lived each day in a desire to always grow in her relationship with God. She was an extremely loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was always known to help anyone who needed assistance. She was also known for her beautiful art, and interior design.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Margaret Pepin; and her stepfather, Alex Dixon.

She is survived by her husband, Phil Fletcher of Claude; two sons and one daughter who were her pride and joy, Cody Fletcher and wife Erin of Gordonville, Chance Fletcher and wife Shelley of Richardson, and Tessa Morrow and husband Joe of Claude; along with nine grandchildren, Tristan, Megan, Destry, Caden, Cole, Dillon, Bailey, Brandy, and Angel; her father in law, James I. Fletcher and wife Dori; her brothers in law, Gary Fletcher and wife J’Melle and Alan Fletcher and wife Tonya; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The family request memorials be sent to First United Methodist Church in Claude, Claude EMS, or BSA Hospice.

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Donald Mason Adams of Holly Lake Ranch, Texas died in Lindale the morning of October 22, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born in Clarendon on July 10, 1939, to Bill and Bernice Adams.

In addition to being a much-loved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Don was a retired law enforcement officer who enjoyed boating, golf, fishing, and travel.

He is survived by his wife Linda, two daughters, one son, six grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, one son, and one great-grandchild.

The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family has requested contributions be made to The Alzheimer’s Association (ALZ.org).

 

, 50, died October 14, 2015.

Services were held on Sunday, October 18, 2015, in the First Assembly of God Church in Clarendon with Rev. Matthew Stidham, officiating. Interment will be in Citizens Cemetery in Clarendon.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Brad was born on October 7, 1965, in Guymon, Oklahoma to Boyd and Mildred Baxter. He attended schools in Guymon, Oklahoma and graduated from Hydro, Oklahoma in 1983, went on to attend classes at Ft. Cobb Vo-Tech in Ft Cobb, Oklahoma. He married Renee Clark in 2005.

At the time of his death he was employed by Prime Pack Energy Services in Orange Grove, Texas and resided in Buffalo, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Henry and Ona Baxter, Odell and Beatrice Johnson; his wife, Renee; his father, Boyd Baxter; his nephew Jeff January; son, James Brayden Baxter.

He is survived by his mother, Mildred Baxter of Clarendon; brother, Monte Baxter of Oklahoma City; Sister, Brenda Hornberger and husband Bob of Howardwick; Sons, JD Baxter and wife Cree of Amarillo, Marc Baxter of Buffalo, and Ryan Glenn of California; Daughters, Brittany Harris and husband Andrew of Plano, Shelby Baxter of Clarendon, and Ellyn Glenn of California; Grandkids, Whitney and Tyler Harris of Plano, Natalee, Jace and Emma Glenn of California; Nieces, Mandi Baxter of Oklahoma City, Alicia Conley and husband Chris and family, Cole, Kylee, Caylin and a nephew on the way of Edmond, and Kandice January and Family, Kylnn and Jordynn of Orange Grove; A special friend Tina Rayborn of Buffalo and numerous Aunts, Uncles, cousins and a host of friends.

 

Lyndon Ballard Messer, 59, died Thursday, October 15, 2015, in Amarillo.

Graveside services were held on Monday, October 19, 2015, in Rowe Cemetery in Hedley with Rev. Anthony Knowles, officiating.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Memphis.

Lyndon was born February 9, 1956 in Memphis to Willie Doyle and Susan Evelyn Messer. He had been a lifetime resident of Hedley where he was a history teacher at Hedley ISD for 30 years prior to his retirement and was a cattleman.

He was preceded in death by his parents;

He is survived by his brother, Stuart Messer and wife Kaye of Memphis; a sister, Angela Hines and husband Mike of Round Rock; his nieces and nephews, Ashton Hines and wife Karen, Aaron Hines, Meagan Miksch and husband Dustin, Kimberly Messer, and Peter Messer and wife Katelyn; his great nieces and nephews, Luke and Allie Hines and Miah Messer.

The family request memorials be sent to the Rowe Cemetery Association or Hedley Sr. Citizens.

 

Dorisene McAnear, 91, died Friday, October 16, 2015 in Memphis.

Services were held on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at First Baptist Church.

Burial followed at Citizens Cemetery.

Arrangements were under the direction Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Dorisene McAnear was born in Kileen on May 21, 1924, to John Dewitt and Viola Elizabeth Ray. She was married to T.W. McAnear in Memphis on May 16, 1942. She lived in Clarendon most of her life, where she worked at Henson’s and was a member of the First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, T.W. McAnear; Grandson, Mark McAnear; Great Grandson, Grady Wade Henson; 4 brother and 1 sister.

She is survived by two Daughters; Susan Henson and husband Wes of Clarendon; Deanna McCleskey of Denton and son, Don McAnear of Amarillo; 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

The family suggests memorials be to: First Baptist Church or Citizens Cemetery Association.

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Thomas Byron “Tom” Shults, 93, died on Saturday, October 3, 2015, in Memphis.

Services were held on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, in the First Baptist Church in Clarendon with Rev. Lance Wood, officiating.

Burial followed at Becton Cemetery in Becton, Lubbock County, Texas.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Tom was born January 24, 1922, in Childress to William and Sarah Elizabeth Shults. He married Cleta Bell Becton on May 1, 1950, in Carlsbad. He grew up in Hedley and had been a resident of Clarendon since 1976. He cared about people and enjoyed visiting people in the nursing home. He also loved visiting Clarendon and Hedley Sr. Citizens where he played dominoes. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Clarendon.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife in 2007; a son, Tommy Mack Shults in 1956; 4 brothers; 2 sisters; and a grandson.

He is survived by a daughter, Kathy Bateman and husband John of Arlington; a granddaughter, Emily Ellis of Amarillo; a granddaughter in law, Jill Bateman of Grand Prairie; and 3 great grandchildren, Autumn and Amanda Ellis, and Sophie Bateman.

The family request memorials be sent to the Donley County Sr. Citizens in Clarendon or the Hedley Sr. Citizens.

 

Willie Lou Morris, 83, died Monday, September 28, 2015, in McLean.

Services were held on Thursday, October 1, 2015, in the Cowboy Church in McLean with Casey Carter, officiating.

Burial followed at Hillcrest Cemetery in McLean.

Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of McLean.

Willie Lou was born September 11, 1932, in Mason County, Texas to Oliver and Sarah Cromeans. She had been a resident of McLean since 1965 and was a nurse’s aide prior to her retirement. She volunteered for several years every Wednesday at the Trinity Church, and also at the nursing home even after her retirement. She loved cooking, sewing, crocheting, crosswords, and reading. She was a member of the Cowboy Church in McLean.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter, Wilma Steward; 3 brothers, Roy, Orville, and Jay Cromeans; a granddaughter, Brandy June Morris; and a great great granddaughter, Holleigh Christopher.

She is survived by four daughters, Juanice Christopher of Clarendon, Connie Fricks, Carol Wyant, and Joann West all of McLean; a brother, Earl Cromeans of Glen Rose; 23 grandchildren; and numerous great and great great grandchildren.

The family request memorials be sent to a favorite charity.

 

Melvin Russell Guinn, 57, Saturday, October 3, 2015, in Memphis.

Memorial services were held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2015, in the First Assembly of God Church in Memphis with Ronnie Lambert, officiating.

Burial followed in Rowe Cemetery in Hedley.

Cremation & arrangements are under the directions of Robertson Funeral Directors of Memphis.

Melvin was born November 15, 1957, in Clarendon to Eugene and Cora Marie Guinn. He married Debra Ann Roehr on February 5, 1999, in Memphis. He had been a resident of Clarendon and Memphis most of his life. He was a member of the First Assembly of God in Memphis.

He is preceded in death by his father, Gene Guinn; his daddy, R.L. Norton; 2 brothers, Raymond Norton and Jerry Guinn; and a grandson, Phillip Buhler.

He is survived by his mother, Cora Marie Norton of Brownwood; his wife, Debra Guinn of Memphis; 2 sons, Russell Kain and wife Jeanette of Memphis and Russell Guinn and wife Taylee of Clarendon; 3 daughters, Chris Henson and husband Jeff of Clarendon, Brandy Rivers and husband John of Canadian, and Sarah Moon of Fritch; a step son, Jason Turner and wife Lisa of Silverton; a step daughter, Amy Busch and husband Jason of Abilene; a brother, Jimmy Guinn of Brownfield; 3 sisters, Carla Guinn of California, Deborah Criddle and husband Ron, and Jody York; his step mother, Ruby Guinn of Brownfield; and 18 grandchildren.

The family request memorials be sent to the Memphis Vol. Fire Department or the Hall County EMS.

 

William Harold Browning Jr. died in Amarillo on October 4, 2015, at the age of 66. Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 7, 2015, in the Vega Church of Christ with Brad Thompson officiating. Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. in Clarendon at Citizens Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

William Harold Browning Jr. (Bill), the fourth child and first son of Harold and Naveta Browning, was born December 28, 1948. Bill grew up on a farm west of Vega. As soon as he was old enough to do farm work, he worked for his dad doing the many chores associated with farm life. Bill attended school in Vega all 12 years and graduated from Vega High School in 1967. He was an outstanding football player in high school. As a senior, Bill played on Vega’s first regional championship team. (This was the equivalent of today’s state championship). Bill was also very active in Future Farmers of America and received the American Farmer Degree which is the highest award given by the FFA. He was the first student at Vega High School to receive this award.

After high school graduation Bill went to Amarillo Junior College and then Cooke County Junior College in Gainesville, Texas. He then transferred to West Texas State University in Canyon.

He married Susan Simmons on December 20, 1969. After their marriage, they lived in Bushland where they farmed. Bill and Susan moved to Frederick, OK in 1980 were they continued to farm until 1994. In 1986, Susan started Show String, which was a monogramming business. After Bill quit farming, he spent more time helping with the monogramming business. Bill and Susan traveled all over the country with the Show String Monogramming Company. In 2004 Bill and Susan moved back to Bushland. Bill worked for Robinson Construction, a contractor in Amarillo, until he suffered a heart attack in 2007. They moved to Amarillo in 2008 where he has resided until his death. Bill was a member of the Vega Church of Christ.

Bill was a man who loved John Wayne and The Dallas Cowboys. He valued hard work and was a source of support and encouragement to his family and friends. He was a master of orneriness. He loved a good joke and playing jokes on people. Bill had the most joyful laugh: deep and boisterous. Above all he had an intense love for family. He instilled in his family a determination and desire to love those around them. He survived a massive heart attack for eight years because he was a fighter. That fight ended with the ultimate peace. He left this earth to be with Jesus.

He is survived by his wife Susan Carol Browning and three children, William Harold Browning III (Trace) and wife Cindy, Julie Suzanne Stone and husband Jeb and John David Browning and wife Dina; eight grandchildren, Brooke Browning, William Harold Browning IV, Levi Browning, Sasha Stone, Kayla Browning, Abbigail Browning, Jayson Browning, and Henry Browning; and four siblings, Sue Thompson, Patty Browning, Tippy Browning and Sam Browning and his wife Linda; by brothers-in-law David Simmons and wife Tamyra and Chris Simmons and wife Lynda, and sister-in-law Dana Herrell and husband John. He is also survived by a multitude of nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

His parents, Harold and Naveta Browning, brother-in-law, Marvin Thompson, nephew Lynn Thompson and his wife’s parents, John and Sara Simmons, precede him in death.

The family suggests memorials to The Hali Project and BSA Hospice.

 

Stephen “Steve” Vaughan, 62, of Amarillo, died Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015.

Memorial services were held on Monday, Oct. 5, 2015, at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors, 2800 Paramount Blvd.

Steve was born Sept. 5, 1953, in Clarendon, to Kenneth and Melba Vaughan. He graduated from Clarendon High School and West Texas State University. Steve married Jennie Ledbetter on Feb. 3, 1990, in Amarillo. He was a Christian.

Steve owned Steve’s Paint and Body Shop and then he became an insurance appraiser with Texas Farm Bureau, finishing his career as an appraiser with Moss Body Shop. He was fond of muscle cars and fly-fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Jennie Vaughan, of the home; a son, Nicholas Lightfoot of Amarillo; a daughter, Kimberley Vaughan Baker and husband Kevin, of Amarillo; a sister, Linda Vaughan of Ft. Worth; his stepmother, Billie Vaughan; four stepbrothers; and 4 grandchildren.

The family suggests memorials be to City Church of Amarillo, 205 S Polk St, Amarillo, TX 79101or Clarendon College, P.O. Box 968, Clarendon, TX 79226