United States Army Veteran Korean Conflict
Memorial services for Billy Bob Wright, 80, of Ralls will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday August 26, 2009 at the Emma Church of Christ in Ralls with Tim Mills officiating. Private family burial is under direction of Adams Funeral Home of Ralls.
Billy Bob went to be with his Heavenly Father on Monday, August 24, 2009 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock. He was born on March 26, 1929 in Ralls, Texas to the late Jim and Rose (Friar) Wright. On February 27, 1951, he married Mary Starr in Clovis, N.M.
He was a member of the Emma Church of Christ in Ralls, where he taught classes and served as an Elder for several years. Billy Bob was a Christian first, loving husband, a wonderful father and devoted B-Pa. He was a longtime farmer and had served as Commissioner of Crosby County Precinct # 4 for seven years. He was a member and past-president of the Ralls Lions Club and served on the Soil Conservation Board for 30 years. He currently served as vice president of Wes-Tex Resource Conservation and Development Area, Inc. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. An avid reader, known for his intellect, Billy Bob was selected to become a member of MENSA. He was an inventor, designer and an excellent welder. He delighted in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and they were the light of his life.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, of Ralls; a son, Scott and wife Shelly Wright of San Antonio; a daughter, Richi and husband Don Hargrove of San Angelo; a brother, Jerry and wife Brenda Wright of Buffalo, Texas; two sisters, Viola Hooker of Grand Rapids, Mich. and Jean Warren of Canton, Texas; six grandchildren, Heidi, John (wife Haile), Harmony (husband Robert), Keith, Laura (husband Eddie) and Sarah. Two great-grandchildren, Hailey and Landon, were most precious to him. Billy Bob was a man of commitment and honor and an example to many. He leaves behind a lasting positive influence to generations.
The family will receive friends this evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home in Ralls.
The family suggests memorials to the American Heart Association of Lubbock 4630 50th St. Suite 400 Lubbock, TX 79414; or Children's Home of Lubbock P. O. Box 2824 Lubbock, TX 79408
©Lubbock Avalanche Journal, Tuesday, Augusut 25, 2009
Memorial services for Mary Fae Starr Wright, 80, of Ralls and San Angelo, Texas will be held on Sunday, October 9, at 10:00 am at the Emma Church of Christ in Ralls with Tim Mills officiating. Private family burial is under direction of the Adams Funeral Home of Ralls.
Mary Wright went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, October 6, 2011, at Community Medical Center in San Angelo. She was born on May 24, 1931 to the late Beulah Mae Keller and Richard Eugene Starr. On February 27, 1951 she married the late Billy Bob Wright in Clovis, N.M.
She was a member of the Emma Church of Christ in Ralls where she taught classes and Vacation Bible School for approximately 50 years. Mary was a Christian first, loving wife, wonderful Mother, and devoted "Mimi". She was a longtime homemaker, delicious cook, and avid gardener. She was widely known by family, friends, and acquaintances for her smile and continually lending a "helping hand" while providing for those in need. Her years of helping with Senior Banquets and sending cards and notes will always be cherished by recipients dear to her heart. She helped Billy Bob with his efforts in the local Lions Club, as County Commissioner Precinct #4, with the Soil Conservation Service, and with the continual activities of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Mary and Billy Bob were stationed in San Diego while serving in the Navy. Mary was a decorator, designer, and an excellent hostess. She delighted in spending time with her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren as they were the light of her life.
Survivors include her daughter, Richi and husband Don Hargrove of San Angelo; a son, Scott of Tioga, North Dakota; a sister, Johnnie Cash of Crosbyton; a brother, Jimmy Don Starr of Colleyville; six grandchildren, Heidi,(husband Paul), John(wife Haile), Harmony (husband Robert), Keith, Laura (husband Eddie), and Sarah (husband Dustin). Six great-grandchildren, Hailey, Scarlett Rose, Landon, Asher, Ryan Zachary, and Sullivan Ross were very precious to her.
Mary was a woman of integrity, honor and commitment, with a devotion to family and family responsibility. She was truly a woman who strived to live her life as "Ruth" did. She leaves behind an everlasting influence on everyone who knew her and for generations to come as "Mimi', a woman who defined a mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
The family would like to thank Drs. Ayas, Chang and Adad, for their guidance, knowledge, and attention to Mary during her illness. We are also grateful to the Community Medical Hospital nurses and staff, Hospice of San Angelo, everyone at Royal Estates and all those others who brought her comfort and peace. The family will receive friends Saturday, October 8, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home in Ralls.
The family suggests memorials to the American Lung and Pulmonary Association, or the Lubbock Children's Home of Lubbock, P.O. Box 2824, Lubbock, TX. 79408.
Obituary courtesy of: Adams Funeral Home
Death notice published Lubbock Avalanche Journal, October 7, 2011
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