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Mary Lee Hudspeth Gunnels, better known as Mimi passed away April 11, 2021 in her sleep. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on April 14, 2021 at Brownfield Funeral Home with Kerry Grandy officiating. Burial will follow at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. She met the first love of her life Bobby Gunnels nearly 43 years ago, and was married 42 years ago. Mimi had two sons Robby Gunnels out of Tyler, Texas and Andrew Gunnels from Brownfield. She devoted herself to her sons growing up, being very active in their lives. Almost to the point of being annoying to her boys. Anyone close knew her love of being the center of the conversation, and had to know what’s going on. In march 2004 she found her calling when she became a “Mimi”. Over the last 17 years Mimi has loved, adored, spoiled, and worshipped her seven grandchildren as her grandchildren loved her. She knew nothing but love, caring and enjoyed teaching valuable life lessons any chances she had. Her cooking lessons will be missed. Mimi was preceded in death by her parents, George and Vona Lee Hudspeth and sister Linda Sue Hudspeth. Mary is Survived by her loving husband, Bobby Gunnels; sons, Andrew Gunnels of Brownfield, and Robert Gunnels of Tyler, TX. Her ‘’adopted’ daughter-in-loves Terra Gunnels and Brianna Gunnels although they were daughter-in-law’s she claimed them both as daughters clearly. Her pride and joys were her grands; Austin Gunnels, Hunter Hendley, Audrey Gunnels, Kadin Gunnels, Hadlea Gunnels, Lilly Piper, and Brylee Gunnels. Brother John A. Hudspeth and wife Cresent of Brownfield. Her love of her family was never doubte d nor was her families love for her. Although her passing was sudden, she is now at peace, catching up with her mom and dad on the news of all the grands. We will love and miss you forever Mamma, Mimi, sister, aunt and honey.
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Shelby Duncan passed away on April 12, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Cameron Kirkland officiating. Family visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Brownfield Funeral Home.Shelby was born on April 30, 1961 in Lubbock to Elvice and Laverne Duncan. After dating for nine years, he married his childhood sweetheart, Elizabeth Sellers on July 30, 1988 in Seagraves. Shelby worked for Windstream until he retired after 31 years and then went to work for the Texas Department of Transportation. Shelby loved sports, especially the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Tech Red Raiders. He always supported the local teams from both Yoakum and Terry Counties. Shelby was actively involved in the Walk to Emmaus and enjoyed the many 4-H Stock Show animals that he participated in with his family. He never met a stranger and always took the time to check on those he loved. Shelby had a heart of gold and was always willing to help others. He was so proud of his children and granddaughter and his eyes always lit up when he talked about them. Shelby is preceded in death by his parents, Elvice and Laverne Duncan; and father and mother-in-law, Elmer and Mary Guinn Sellers. Shelby is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Duncan; son Jacob Duncan and wife Baily; daughter, DeNell Duncan, and granddaughter, Olivia. His siblings, Debra Murphee and husband Wally, Terry Duncan and wife Rhonda, and Darla Welch and husband Tracy; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
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Arlan Dean Odom passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021 leaving his beloved Quogue, NY with the beautiful ocean breezes that he loved so much. He is now resting peacefully with his beloved wife Ruth Ann (Golding) Odom of 60 years and his son Clet Odom. Arlan was born to Jess and Eula Mae (Frizzell) Odom in Altus, OK on March 2, 1938. He moved with his family to Brownfield, TX where he spent his formative years. It was at Brownfield High School that he met his boxing coach, Tom Adams, who was a big influence in his life. Under Coach Adams leadership Arlan became a competitive golden glove boxer in both featherweight and lightweight divisions winning 50 of 52 fights in his career. In 1955 he joined the United States Airforce and in 1957 was assigned to the 52nd Fighter Group at Suffolk County Air Force Base West Hampton Beach; Long Island, NY where he was Honorably discharged in 1959. It was here (1958) that Arlan met his wife of 60 years and made his home in Quogue, NY. He retired from a 50-year career at Union Local 1298 as a Fund Administrator. He spent his later years traveling with his beloved wife, Ruth Ann, to different parts of the United States visiting his siblings, nieces and nephews, and friends. He loved his children and grandchildren more than anything in the world and enjoyed watching them in their activities and sporting events as they grew up. He is survived by daughters Robin Fowler and Donna Combs; son-in-law Kevin Combs; grandchildren Luke Combs, Shane Combs, and Dylan Fowelr; siblings Kay Jeffries, Bob and Susan Odom; brother and sisters -in-law Donald and Marty Golding, and Betty Odom. He is proceeded in death by his wife Ruth Ann Odom; son Clet Odom; parents Jess and Eula Mae Odom; siblings Troy Bryan Odom, Jessie Arron Odom, Laura Mae Clark, James Roy “Jimmy” Odom, Winston Odom and Linda Odom; sister-in-law Peggy Odom; nieces DeLynn Jeffries and Twyla Clark; and nephew Troy Jr. Odom. A memorial service will be held at Werner-Rothwell Funeral Home 60 Mill Rd., Westhampton Beach, NY 4/16/21 4-7p.m. followed by a Graveside Side Service 4/17/21 11 a.m. at the Quogue Cemetery 58 Lamb Ave, Quogue, NY 11978
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Dian Dawson of Brownfield Texas, passed away March 28, 2021. Graveside service will be held Thursday, April 1, 2021, at Terry County Memorial Cemetery at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 31, 2021, from 6 pm - 8 pm at the Brownfield Funeral Home. Dian was born October 14, 1952 to Stanley and Zelma Miller in Brownfield, Texas. Dian traveled with Marvin to Germany while he served in the Army, shortly after being married. Dian obtained a Master of Business Administration from Wayland Baptist University. She worked for the Region 17 Service Center for 17 years and was a business service accountant. She helped Marvin start and build Dawson Electric and Refrigeration, which they ran for 30 years. Dian was passionate about her crafts, birds and dogs. She was the architect and designer of the house they built together in 2018. She was a member of the Spencer Theater in Ruidoso, New Mexico and always enjoyed going to the shows there. Dian is preceded in death by her husband, Marvin, and her father Stanley Miller. Dian is survived by her son, Michael and wife Pebble, one grandson, Mason and three granddaughters, Mallori, Swayde Roberts and Jaci Roberts, one great granddaughter, Autumn; her sister Vickie Coker of Lubbock and her mother, Zelma Miller of Brownfield, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
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Morris “Gene” Rowden, 90, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021. Gene was born in Brownfield, Texas to Johnny Carrol Rowden and Azrue Pickett. Gene was a resident of San Angelo for 55 years. He was in the Air Force and served as a Chief Master Sergeant for 30 years. He also served as the President of Board of Directors for First Community Credit Union. One of many of his hobbies included collecting stamps for more than 65 years. Gene was a member of the Lions Club for 55 years and also served as the President for many years. Gene is preceded in death by his wife, Syble Glyndola and his son, Michael Rowden. Survivors include his children, Boyd Rowden, Brett Rowden and wife Patricia; grandchildren, Jason Rowden, Matt Reel, Caitlin Mocchetti, Michelle Rowden; great-grandchildren Camry Reel and William Reel; brother, Lee Dale Rowden. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Services are under the direction of Shaffer Funeral Home/Sherwood Way. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the East Angelo Lions Club. Online condolences can be made at www.shafferpioneer.com
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Chris Harlan, 78, of Seagraves, TX, was called home on March 24, 2021 in her home surrounded by her family. Chris Harlan started her journey on October 31, 1942, in Fresno, CA, to Gloyd and Willie Cloe. She married the love of her life, Billy Ray Harlan, on August 30, 1958 in El Paso, TX. Chris worked as a bank teller at Brownfield State Bank and Seagraves State Bank. She was an avid gardener and loved cooking for family and friends. Chris loved Jesus and loved singing in the choir and cooking fruit pies. Her greatest joy was her family and being “Mom” only became sweeter when she became “Nana.” Chris Harlan was proceeded in death by her parents, Gloyd and Willie Cloe, and, son, James Ray Harlan. Chris is survived by husband Billy Ray Harlan of Seagraves, TX; son, Bobby Harlan and wife Karen of Seagraves, TX; daughter, Christine Stucks and husband Stan of Odessa, TX; daughter, Cathy Crow and husband Benny of Seagraves, TX; brothers, Chuck Cloe and Bob Cloe; grandchildren, Brad Harlan, Crystal Barton, Alishia Wyman, Kyle Crow, Candace Searcy, and Kyra Crow; and 12 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Brad Harlan, Brandon Barton, Ross Wyman, Kyle Crow, Jarod Searcy, and Beau Barton. Memorials may be given to St. Jude’s. Family visitation was from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Ratliff Funeral Home, 312 12 th St., Seagraves, TX. Funeral Services were held at First Assembly of God, Seagraves, TX, on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with burial services following at the Gaines County Seagraves Cemetery.
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Funeral services for Margie Lee York Crossland, 90, of Brownfield, was held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 19, 2021, at First Christian Church of Brownfield with Pastor Josh Puckett officiating.
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Robert L. “Pete” Davis, formerly of Brownfield, was called to his final resting place on March 17, 2021, at the age of 76. The family received friends on Saturday, March 20 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Brownfield Funeral Home.
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