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Dr. Thomas K. Kim, 83
Died: Monday, March 12, 2012, in Abilene, Texas
Thomas K. Kim, 83, of Abilene, long-time president of McMurry University, passed away on March 12, 2012 after a brief illness. A memorial service is planned at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Abilene on Saturday March 17 at 2:00 PM officiated by Dr. Eduardo Rivera, Dr. John Russell, and Dr. Jesse Fletcher. Arrangements are by Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd. in Abilene.
Dr. Kim (née Kim Kun Hyuk) was born in Shanghai, China to Korean parents, Kim Hong Suh and Kim Jong Sook on February 18, 1929. The early part of his life was spent as a refugee from the Japanese occupiers of the Korean peninsula. Following the defeat of Japan at the end of World War II the family returned to Korea. Kim immigrated to the United States in 1948 to attend school at Berea College in Kentucky. After obtaining a degree in Business he moved to Indiana University for an M.B.A. Faced with the prospect of returning to war-torn Korea, Kim became an American citizen by special act of Congress, signed into law by President Eisenhower. He returned to Berea College to teach and met Martha Zoellers whom he married in 1958. The couple moved to New Orleans where Kim obtained his Ph.D. in Economics at Tulane University. Dr. Kim immediately began an academic career. Following brief appointments in Ohio (where son Larry was born) and Kansas (where daughter Cathy was born), he moved to Texas Tech University in Lubbock. In 1970 Dr. Kim became President of McMurry College in Abilene, a position he held for the next 23 years.
As President of McMurry, Kim saw the completion of several major construction projects including the Fine Arts building, the athletic center, and the student center. In 1990 McMurry College was renamed McMurry University. During his tenure as President Dr. Kim received numerous professional and civic honors including Citizen of the Year of Abilene in 1986. Dr. Kim retired as President in 1993. He soon resumed his first professional love: classroom teaching. He taught Economics first at Abilene Christian University and later Hardin-Simmons University where he continued to teach until late fall of 2011 when his health began to fail. His friends and family knew him to have a deep love of education and the Christian faith, particularly the Methodist Church. He was also known for his warm, generous spirit.
He is survived by wife Martha, son Larry Kim and wife Nicola of Little Rock, AR, daughter Cathy Fowlkes and husband Barry of Abilene; brothers, Lawrence Kim of San Francisco, CA, and Kenneth Kim of Clinton, NY, sister Pearl Wittig of Los Angeles, CA; and 6 grandchildren -- Parker, Adrian and Zoe Fowlkes of Abilene and Spencer, Erik, and Phoebe Kim of Little Rock, AR. Memorials may be sent to McMurry University, the Kelley School of Business at Hardin-Simmons University, or KACU public radio.
James E. Jeter, 86
Died: Wednesday, March 7, 2012, in Abilene, Texas
James E. Jeter, 86, of Abilene passed away early Wednesday morning, March 7, 2012, at Wesley Court nursing facility in Abilene surrounded by loving nurses that always took such kind care of him.
He was born in Gainesville, Texas, on August 26, 1925, to Homer and Jewell (Page) Jeter. He graduated from Ponder High School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from August 1944 to June 1946 on the USS Nashville, General MacArthur's Flag Ship. He married his high school sweetheart, Esta (Estie) Lena Knight on February 25, 1946 in Denton, Texas, and had recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary.
He received a Degree in Industrial Arts from North Texas State University in 1949, and received his Master's Degree in 1953. He taught in Levelland, Texas, at Abilene High School, was Vocational Director in Abilene ISD, and retired as Assistant Superintendent of Sweetwater ISD. After retirement he began J & J Construction Company.
He was a member of First United Methodist Church where he served on many boards and committees. He was a longtime member of Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union and served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. He served on the board from 1963 - 1997.
James is survived by his wife, Estie Jeter of Abilene; son, Stephen Jeter, and daughter and son-in-law, Kendra and David Gililland, also of Abilene. Grandchildren are Shoni Power and husband Dane and their sons Grayson and Gavin James of Missouri City; and Hali Thompson and husband Adam with their son Caiden of Abilene. Survivors also include two brothers and their spouses, John and Vee Jeter and Joe and Joyce Jeter, and one sister and her husband, Judy and Lynn Holt, all of Denton. Survivors also include many loving nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew, Johnny Michael Jeter.
Love and thanks go to the staff at Wesley Court for the great care and kindness he received there, and also the kind care of Dr. George Dawson and Hospice of the Big Country.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, Hospice of the Big Country, or a charity of your choice.
Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 9, at First United Methodist Church in Abilene with Bill Alexander and Tom Leeth officiating. Interment will follow at 3 p.m. in Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd. in Abilene.
Rosemary Young, 82
Died: Friday, March 02, 2012, in Abilene, Texas
Rosemary Nicholson Young passed away on March 2, 2012 at her home in Abilene, Texas. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at First Central Presbyterian Church. Rev. Janice Six and Chaplain Aaron Coleman will officiate. Burial will follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. A reception will be held at the church following the committal service at the cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Rosemary was born in Palestine, Texas to Louise Wilson and Walter W. Nicholson on April 21st, 1929. She graduated from La Vega High School in Waco, Texas. On May 27th, 1950 she married Bennie Lee Young Jr. in her home town.
Rosemary and Bennie moved to Abilene from Lufkin, Texas in 1968. She was a member of First Central Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Young was an extremely talented floral artist. She especially loved doing weddings and had her own successful business, Custom Designs by Rosemary, for many years.
Her other love was First Central Presbyterian Church where she served in many capacities over the last 40 years. The love and friendship of her church family sustained her through many joyful and difficult times.
Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bennie Lee Young Jr. and her brother Walter W. "Nicky" Nicholson. She is survived by her son, Bennie Lee Young III and wife Holly of Hawley; her daughter, Laurie Young Stevens and husband David of Manor; her beloved sister, Elizabeth Krasno and husband Irvin of Arlington and five grandchildren; MiKaya Young, Kinsey Young, Andrew Stevens, Alex Stevens and Alyssa Stevens.
Her family would like to thank the amazing staff of IntegraCare Hospice and all of her friends. We could not have wished for better help and support through her long illness.
Memorials may be made in honor of Rosemary to IntegraCare Hospice, formerly known as Sears Methodist Hospice at One Village Dr., Suite 300, Abilene, Texas 79605 or to the Presbyterian Medical Mission at 302 Medical Dr., Abilene, Texas 79601.
Roy Richardson, 67
Died: Sunday, November 27, 2011, in Abilene, Texas
Roy Richardson, 67, passed from this life to be with his Savior and Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2011 at Abilene Regional Hospital. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 525 Beech. Rev. John Wade will officiate. Memorial Tribute will be given by his son Richard Richardson. Burial will follow in Elmwood Memorial Park in Abilene, Texas. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November, 29 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Pallbearers are: Richard Richardson, Kirkland Richardson, Dewayne Key, Bill Paul, Aric John Richardson, and Darrell Breland. Honorary pallbearers are: John Prince, Harvey Nichols, Eddie Rains, Jerry Rains, Sonny Bouldin, and Scott Piland.
Roy was born on January 20, 1944 In Fort Worth, Texas. Roy was raised by foster parents Ollie and Gladys Rains in Cisco, Texas. In 1963 he joined the U.S. Navy and served his country. He met his lifelong companion Gloria Hagar in 1964 and they were married on August 7, 1964.
Roy worked in the Automobile business for many years. He retired in 2008 and after his retirement he worked with his son-in-law in his construction business. Above all he loved and cherished his family and friends.
Roy was preceded in death by his granddaughter Kelly Drury Burkhart, his foster parents Ollie and Gladys Rains and foster sister Jonell Kirkland and her husband Roy Kirkland, and his biological mother Betty Ann Potts.
Roy is survived by wife Gloria, two daughters Lori Key and husband Dewayne of Abilene, Krisha Paul and husband Bill of Port Aransas, two sons Richard Richardson and wife Shona of Abilene, Kirkland Richardson and wife Sunny of Lewisville; grandchildren Kristin and Kaitlyn Drury, Kasondra and Lacey Bouldin, Alexandra and Aric John Richardson, and Michael Richardson; great granddaughter Kelly Cadence.
Memorials may be made in Roy's honor to the Leukemia Foundation or the donor's favorite charity.
Vaudine "Deanie" Jones, 88
Died: Sunday, November 13, 2011, in Abilene, Texas
Vaudine "Deanie" Jones
Vaudine "Deanie" Jones, 88, of Abilene, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2011 at a local hospital. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 525 Beech Street. Dr. Eduardo Rivera will officiate. She will be entombed in the Mausoleum at Elmwood Memorial Park following the service. Viewing will be from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Deanie was born December 19, 1922 in Hermleigh, Texas to Guy and Vida Ellis. She married Lloyd Jones on September 29, 1945 in Weatherford, Texas. Deanie and her husband co-owned Lloyd Jones Photography Studio. She worked in their business as the secretary. She enjoyed water sports, bowling, photography, Bridge, reading and traveling with her husband and friends.
Deanie has been a faithful member of St. Paul UMC since the 1950's. She was a member, and past president in 1953, of the Abilene Secretaries Association. Deanie was also was a member of the American Business Women's Association, the Abilene Woman's Club and a member of the Propheteer's Sunday school class at St. Paul UMC. Deanie volunteered for 15 years for Hendrick's Women's Auxiliary, as well as Meals on Wheels in Abilene.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd in 1992; her sister Jean Moore; and one brother W.E. Ellis. Deanie is survived by two sons, Dick Nachlinger and wife Sharon of Pantego, Lannie Jones and wife Christina of Tuscola; one brother, Donald Ellis and wife Delores of Abilene; five grandchildren, Dan Nachlinger and wife Lisa, Layne Warr and husband Tommy, Miles Jones, Matthew Jones and wife Christy, and Micah Jones and husband John Beltz; five great-grandchildren, Aaron, Alyssa, Jordan, Lauren and Oliver; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Deanie's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Wesley Court and Hendrick Hospice Care for their loving care.
Memorials may be made in honor of Deanie to Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 903, Abilene, TX 79604.
Oscar Ray Fanning, 82
Died: Friday, October 28, 2011, in Abilene, Texas
Many have lost a friend, the community has lost a citizen, the church has lost a member, our family has lost a loved one, but our loss was heaven's gain when God welcomed into his presence, Oscar Ray Fanning on Friday morning, October 28, 2011.
Born November 12, 1928 in Justin, Texas, he was the son of John Oscar and Thelma Pauline Fanning. He attended school in Justin.
Oscar surrendered to the ministry and attended Decatur Baptist College, Hardin-Simmons University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He later received his master's degree from McMurry University.
He married his beloved wife, Janie Ray Jackson, on January 30, 1954 in Abilene, Texas. She was his constant companion and partnered with him in his ministry throughout the years.
He pastored in Baptist churches in Old Alton, Hamby, Lueders, Wylie and Hopewell. He also served as interim in various other local churches. Oscar also worked for the Wylie Independent School District for 10 years.
He recently was honored as Pastor Emeritus at Wylie Baptist Church for his 20 years of ministry as their pastor. He was truly touched by the attendance, cards and calls received from friends and family.
Oscar loved people. Wherever he went, it was his joy to visit with people. He was a great encourager and a true example of what it means to be a servant of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Iva Mae Moore, and daughter-in-law, Sherry Fanning.
He is survived by his wife, Janie, and children, Carolyn Thomalla and husband Bill, Stephen Fanning, John Fanning and wife Angie, and Mark Fanning and wife Sherrie. Oscar is also survived by grandchildren, Sabrina Kelley, Sean Kelley and wife Misty, Donovan Thomalla, Rhiannon Thomalla, Emily Fanning, Katelyn Fanning, Anna Grace Fanning, Hailey Fanning, Evan Fanning, Amie Fanning and Matthew Fanning; great-grandchildren, Hailey Kelley, Christopher Kelley, Payton Kelley, McKenzie Downs, and Bailey Downs; his precious dog, Jada; nephews, Joel Moore and wife B. J., J. P. Moore and wife Lisa; and niece, Lydia Moore.
A celebration of Oscar's life will be held Monday, October 31, 2011 at Wylie Baptist Church at 1:00 pm with graveside to follow at Elmwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon from 2:00-4:30 p.m., October 30th, at The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Road.
Pallbearers will represent the many associations through which Oscar touched so many lives-Hamby Baptist Church represented by David Gist and Thomas Caton; Lueders Baptist Church represented by B. A. Honey and James Ray Cox; Wylie Baptist Church represented by Terry Monroe; Hopewell Baptist Church represented by Marvin Gerhart; a host of friends represented by Ernie Anderson; Medical Community represented by Dave Collins; Wylie Community represented by Donnie Nelson; and Wylie Schools represented by Joey Light.
Honorary pallbearers will be Don Watts, Mike Haley, Bill Burgess, Perry Lee, Don Heinze, Therin Osborne and Jon Bloodworth.
Memorial contributions may be made to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201-001; or Samaritan's Purse, P O Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607; or any local Christian charity.
