Ebilene Minor Swinney (Steve Swinney's Mom) 3.20.2020

Ebilene Minor Swinney completed her earthly journey on Friday, March 20, 2020 at the age of 87 and was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Ebbie was born on October 16, 1932 in Atkins, Arkansas to George and Vera Minor.  They moved to Cheyenne, Wyoming during World War II where she lived until meeting the love of her life, Raymond V. Swinney, at the local roller-skating rink.  Ray literally “fell for her” while getting her attention.  They married on November 1, 1949 at The Little Chapel Around the Corner in Las Vegas, Nevada and began a 52-year marriage and love affair which took them to military assignments in California, Oregon, Texas, Wyoming, Ramstein AFB West Germany, and New Mexico before settling down in Universal City, Texas.  Ebbie was a wonderful Air Force wife and mother as she set up new homes and supported her family with frequent military moves.  Nearly dying at age 17 during her first childbirth, she was blessed with three children, Johnny Ray, Steven Scott, and Timothy George.  She dedicated her life to her husband and children and helped support the family as an Avon Lady in the 1960s.  A devoted Christian, Ebbie was active in the Randolph AFB Chapel Choir and Protestant Women of the Chapel where she visited wounded service members from the Vietnam War.  Ebbie loved to travel the United States and the world with her family and was recognized by the San Antonio Light newspaper for her extended motorcycle trips to Canada on the back of a Honda Goldwing motorcycle.  Ebbie was an accomplished piano player and loved to sing and play gospel music with her parents and sister.  Ebbie was widowed in 2001 and spent the rest of her life with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends.  She was a loving and caring person who always thought of others. 

Ebbie was preceded in death by her parents, George E. and Vera Mae (Staggs) Minor; sister, Velda Minor Harris; husband, MSgt (Ret) Raymond V. Swinney; grandchildren:  Robert, Benjamin and Sarah Raylene Swinney.  She is survived by her sons:  Johnny R. Swinney and wife, Julia; Steven S. Swinney; Timothy G. Swinney and wife, Lorraine.  Grandchildren:  Thomas and Timothy S. Swinney, Brian Swinney (Erin), Lisa Barker (Reid), Laura Swinney, Kyle Swinney (Mary), and Lauren Sigmon (Eric); Great Grandchildren: Adalyn, Kailyn and Nolan Swinney, McKenzie Sigmon, Jackson and Payton Swinney, Frank and Blaise Barker, numerous nephews and nieces. 

The family is grateful for the wonderful love and care provided to her by Eden Hill Heritage Memory Gardens, Garden Ridge Assisted Living, Hope Hospice and Heart of Texas Hospice.  Services are under the direction of Schertz Funeral Home.  She was interred at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, where she was laid to rest with her beloved husband. 

A Celebration of Life was held at 10:00am on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at First Baptist Church of Universal City.

Her life is well described in Proverbs 31: 10 – 31, “The Wife of Noble Character”

Steve Swinney, RHS CLASS OF 1970

MILDRED HEARN - Wife of Claude A. Hearn, Jr., First Superintendent of RHS

Mildred Hearn

OCTOBER 2, 1926 – JUNE 8, 2020

I lost my precious mother Monday evening. She fought hard. She was perfectly fine just 3 weeks ago. It happened so fast. I guess you're never ready. I'm really going to miss talking with her because she was so fun and so wise. No more sorrow, no more pain, no more suffering. She is healed and whole and running on streets of gold. She always helped others as best she could. I don't know how I'm going to get used to this, but I know God's grace is sufficient for me and my family. Thank you so much for praying when I asked for prayer. \\

Mildred Hearn went to be with Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on June 8, 2020. Mildred, daughter of Arch McKinley Damron and Verda Rains Damron, was born in Pharr, TX on October 2, 1926. She graduated from Pharr-San Juan-Alamo High School and Southwest Texas State Teachers College in 1950. While in college, she met Claude A. Hearn, Jr., and they were united in marriage on May 27, 1948. She taught three years at McKinley Elementary School, in San Antonio, before starting her family. She was sharp as a tack and had an amazing memory. For decades, she worked the daily crossword puzzles and Jumble in the newspaper, and astonishingly mastered the Cryptoquip on a daily basis! Later in life, she discovered Sudoku and completed books in record time. She was called Nana by her youngest grandchild and Granny, by all of her other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Hearn is survived by her four children, Brian Hearn (Beverly) of Fort Worth, Heather Rathnau (Ron), of Missouri City, Scott Hearn of Mableton, GA and Marla Tews (Vince) of San Antonio; 8 grandchildren: Alison (Eric), Mallory (James), Jonathan, Amanda (Louis), Kathleen (Brandon), April (Austin), Elisabeth and Carolyn; 7 great grandchildren: Charlie, Bobby, Olivia, Kara, Ezra, Adam and Elijah; sisters-in-law, Esther Damron and Jean Hearn; 5 nieces and 4 nephews; Mrs. Hearn was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Claude A. Hearn, Jr., sister and brother-in-law, Col. & Mrs. George W. Burt, III (Lois), sister, Mertie Love Damron, 3 brothers: Oslin, Archie and Jack Damron, daughter-in-law, Kathy Hearn, and nephew, Allen Wayne Damron.

Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a private family funeral and graveside service will be held, with Dr. Steven Branson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to: Village Parkway Baptist Church, PO Box 762410, San Antonio, TX 78245 or Wayside Chapel, 1705 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78213.

FAMILY

Mrs. Hearn is survived by her four children, Brian Hearn (Beverly) of Fort Worth, Heather Rathnau (Ron), of Missouri City, Scott Hearn of Mableton, GA and Marla Tews (Vince) of San Antonio; 8 grandchildren: Alison (Eric), Mallory (James), Jonathan, Amanda (Louis), Kathleen (Brandon), April (Austin), Elisabeth and Carolyn; 7 great grandchildren: Charlie, Bobby, Olivia, Kara, Ezra, Adam and Elijah; sisters-in-law, Esther Damron and Jean Hearn; 5 nieces and 4 nephews; Mrs. Hearn was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Claude A. Hearn, Jr., sister and brother-in-law, Col. & Mrs. George W. Burt, III (Lois), sister, Mertie Love Damron, 3 brothers: Oslin, Archie and Jack Damron, daughter-in-law, Kathy Hearn, and nephew, Allen Wayne Damron.

Our parents had our portraits on the wall, but none of us know why they were not placed in birth order! Now, they are finally chronological! This picture was taken after our mother's funeral on Monday.

I was having a better day today until I read my brother, Scott's eulogy of my mom aloud to Ron. Grief just hides on the inside and comes out unexpectedly. But it needs to come out. I hope you can read what my brother, Scott, so eloquently said. I want to be like my mom:

Heather

In “The Rainy Day”, Longfellow wrote “Into each life some rain must fall, some days must be dark and dreary”... It feels like it has been pouring for the last week and it feels dark and dreary...I lost my mother last week after a brief illness as did my 3 siblings, inclusive of other loving family: several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, in laws and friends. Mom was the glue that held our family together. She was born into a poor and struggling family that somehow found a way out.She attended school in a one room schoolhouse with kids of all ages. By all accounts she shined intellectually and graduated from high school at age 14. She made her way with her mom and siblings from the Rio Grande valley a mile or two from the border with Mexico to San Antonio. She got a job during WW2 era with civil service. When asked if she was 18, she told her interviewer “Well, here is my High School diploma”... Since she got the highest applicant score on the clerical/ typing/ filing test, I guess he didn’t probe any deeper. Jobs were very scarce back then. She later met my father and had 4 children. Mom was always there for us. Her words matched her actions. She modeled kindness, selflessness, magnanimity,and a heart for those less fortunate. Mom loved music and literature. She had perfect pitch along with her sister Lois. All of her siblings, my aunts and uncles, were of the same character.... kind, thoughtful and ready to do anything for anybody. She also possessed a great sense of humor...how I miss our witty banter. She could still play the piano at 92. I was promised last year when I visited her next, she would play me something on piano. I was to see her in March, then Covid came, so I never got to hear her play for the last time. I imagine there are several Steinways stashed here and there in Heaven. Mom, I look forward to hearing a little Chopin or Debussy when I see you again. When my father’s life was slowly slipping away years ago, she never left his side. They would have celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary this year. She never forgot birthdays, holidays or special occasions. I looked forward to receiving cards from her. They were always filled with some words of love, wisdom and encouragement. She wrote so eloquently and her cursive handwriting was beautiful. Mom remained vibrant, witty and vigorous until about 2-3 weeks before taking her last breath. She had no fear or self pity. She told me several times she was ready, she wanted to go home. She knew where her soul was headed. She died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Thank you mom. You got it all right. You overcame poverty and despair, so many obstacles I need not outline here. Many years ago, I asked you who your hero was. After a few moments of reflection you said something like: no one in particular really, just the millions of people who quietly do the right thing, day in/ day out behind the scene for those who hurt or need a helping hand, while no one is looking. If I could be a fraction of the person you were, I would consider my life to be an immeasurable success. I love you with all my heart mom. Please leave your mansion light on for me, I’ll be there with you and Kathy soon. In the context of eternity and timelessness, we will all be together soon.

Love always,

Scottie

Heather Hearn Rathnau

and Scott Hearn

MARGARET ANN BIRD

Margaret Ann Bird was born on March 9, 1951 and peacefully joined her Lord and Savior December 4, 2019. She grew up in Robstown, TX, graduated from Southwestern University and taught school for several years. She married the love of her life, Gary William Bird, on February 2, 1974 and they moved to New Braunfels, TX in July 1976.

She was active in local churches and loved to sing in the choir and at friends’ weddings. She had the voice of an angel. She was involved with Bible Study Fellowship and many other bible studies throughout her life. She faced many challenges in life, including a rare Charcot Marie Tooth disease, which ultimately took away her ability to sing and walk. Her faith and trust in God sustained her through all of her struggles and led to her comfort and peace at the end.

She is preceded in death by her father, Phil Magee, mother, Mary Margaret Magee Mayfield, and stepfather, Greydon Mayfield.

She is survived by her husband, Gary, son, Trevor and wife, Catie, son, Derek and wife, Shea, and grandchildren: Hudson, Evan, Millie, Isabelle, Sophia, Allene, and Reece.

When she realized she would not live until Christmas she wanted to leave a message reminding us that Christmas is about the birth of Christ and that we should focus on that, slow down, and spend time with our families and friends. We give gifts only because God gave us the greatest gift of all, His son Jesus Christ.

Visitation will be held at Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home Tuesday, December 10, 2019 from 5-7pm. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 10:00am at Christ Our King Anglican Church, with interment to follow at Hill Country Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association for research on Charcot Marie Tooth Disease.

Condolences may be sent to 

Gary Bird, Class of '64

bird621@hotmail.com

621 Herbelin Road
New Braunfels, TX
78132

Carolynn Little Stampley - Class of '68

Carolynn Little Stampley

APRIL 28, 1950 – SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Carolynn Little Stampley passed away September 17, 2019. She was born April 28, 1950, in Sherman, Texas to Oliver and Maurine Little. Carolynn graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1973 and received her Masters in Educational Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 1981. Carolynn pursued a long and rewarding career in education, devoting her time and effort to children with special learning needs. In addition to her passion for working with children, she loved exploring, design, cooking, and most recently Ikebana flower arranging. She found peace and vitality from the waters of Japan and Singapore, as well as coastal Oregon and Amagansett, New York. Most of all, she loved being with her family and her dog Emmie. Carolynn was the anchor for her family and friends. She gave her loved ones unwavering strength and guidance with class and a timeless, elegant style. With a beautiful smile that she never seemed to be without, Carolynn was everything – she was sweet, smart, and beautiful. She always looked ahead as she helped and inspired those she touched. She will live on in the hearts of everyone she knew. Carolynn is preceded in death by her husband, John. She is survived by her mother, Maurine, sons Jonathan, Travis and his fiancé Shannon Phillips. She is further survived by her grandchildren Oliver and Hunter; sister, Leisa, brother in law, Bill Perry and niece Isabella Perry, and her partner, Rob Curtis. Memorial services will be at 3:00pm, Monday, September 23, 2017 at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery, Pavilion 1. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Nature Conservancy in East Hampton or San Antonio Brighton Center for children with learning disabilities. brightonsa.org

I’m Free!!

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free!

I’m following the path laid out for me.

A life of adventure, love, and awe

With open heart I embraced it all.

If my passing has left a void

Then remember it with uplifted Joy!

A friendship shared, a laugh, hug, and kiss

Ah yes, these things, I too, will miss

Be not burdened with times of sorrow

I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow

My life’s been full, I savored much

Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch

Perhaps my time seemed somewhat brief,

But do not lengthen it with grief.

Lift up your heart and share with me

Be not sad for I am free!

This is Rob Curtis class of ’67. I wanted to inform you that Carolynn Little Stampley, class of ’68, passed last Tuesday, Sept. 17th, due to a long-term heart ailment. She was the “real deal, sweet, smart, and beautiful; the definition of a Lady, and the epitome of grace”.

I include her obituary and a photo.

If possible, please distribute to your list.

I can be the contact person, rcurtis108@gmail.com (210) 284-1268

There will be a ceremony for her at Ft. Sam cemetery, Pavilion #1, on Monday, Sept. 23rd, at 3:00 p.m.

And, a reception at her home, 518 Golfcrest Dr., Windcrest.

Thank you, all the very best!

Rob Curtis

SHARON MOORHEAD WOODS, CLASS OF ’65, RANDOLPH HIGH SCHOOL

I’ll let Jackie Darling Anderson, Class of ’64, say it best:

The world has lost a great woman in my dearest friend, Sharon Moorhead Woods. Her sweet daughter Alexis posted this today. Sharon was in the Class of 1965 at Randolph AFB, Texas where we became kindred souls up to no good. We had nicknames for each other and we kept them forever. We shared adventures and stories and she was a Southern girl to her very core. She snuck me into her dorm at the University of Texas after hours....I can’t believe we didn’t get caught. We liked slumber parties at Kris’ house and staying up all night to gossip and talk and sneak cigarettes. We got in trouble and we didn’t care. We lived in a golden time for our generation and I will forever cherish this fine woman for all she stood for and all she did for me and with me. Rest In Peace my lovely friend.

From her daughter, Alexis Woods Bohrer:

My mother Sharon Alexis Moorhead Woods passed peacefully late last night (June 18th) and was released from her earthly struggles. I will lay her to rest next to her baby sister Marilyn on Thursday the 27th at 11 AM in Lynchburg, Virginia in a small burial ceremony. Thanks to all of the family and friends who have supported her and I throughout these difficult years. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Angelwood at angelwoodjax.org. Fly Momma Fly!!!

Condolences can be sent to her daughter and her brother:

Alexis Bohrer

c/o Angelwood Administrative

5600 Spring Park Road

#200

Jacksonville, FL 32216

David Moorhead

3413 Sky View Place
Lynchburg, VA 24503-3229
VA
24503-3229

 JMoorh2850@aol.com

Notes from Alums:

A wonderful person. Our prayers are with her family. Cornel Walker ‘65

So sorry to hear this news.  Her sister was a close friend of my sisters.  I let my sis know.  She has kept in touch with the family all these years. Bonnie Horne McKeever ‘64

Before my time, but sounds  like a much loved gal...God Bless you. Gloria for keeping  us all connected....Judith Shepard Chapman ‘69

They lived right across the street on North Park just down from the Taj. I knew her as David’s big sister. 

Mike Scott ‘67

I REMEMBER Sharon Moorhead,  very Well,  for some reason.  We were never Buddies,  but for some reason;   I LIKED her ….  A lot.   She must have been ‘kind to me’,  at some point,  there at school.  I always thought that she was VERY PRETTY. SAD NEWS to read this. This makes me realize,  even more that I should TELL PEOPLE:   the positive feelings that I have toward them.  Tom Madsen ‘66

It saddens me to hear about our classmates passing. I live the last sentiment from her daughter.  Fly momma fly.  Yes, Sharon. You are free to soar with God. 

Rest In Peace my friend.  Donna Pierini ’65 (a/k/a Dee Bishop)

Sharon was my next door neighbor for the two years I was there.  I remember her knocking on my window one very early morning to tell me that it was snowing and to come out and share the fun with her.  She was a special person. Sharon and my brother Michael were in the same grade 

To her family only good memories in celebration of Sharon's life. Jill Wagner Porter ‘64

Unfortunately we are in that era for our class when we will lose our friends. Fortunately we will always have our memories of Sharon leading out that magnificent Pep Squad on Friday nights. 

I hope you and Danny are well.  Bob Lee ‘65

Thanks for letting us know Gloria!  What a beautiful message Jackie wrote!  I always really liked her!  I’ll try to send you a great photo of her (later) leading the drill team! Suzi King Spencer ‘66

How sad so very sad. Was a very nice person. Harry D. Johnson ‘66

Saddens my heart😞 Blessings, Janet Francis Murillo '64

h this is sad news.  I remember Sharon as a very familiar smiling face and name at RHS though I doubt if she would remember me.  

She seemed to be involved in so many parts of student life.  

Really doesn't seem so long ago.  Peggy McDowell Oliver 

ROBERT "JOEL" TANNER, Teacher

January 5, 2019
Robert "'Joel" Tanner, 79, of Schertz, Texas, passed away suddenly on January 5th 2019 at the Val Verde Medical Center as he was preparing to be airlifted to San Antonio.

Joel was born in Port Lavaca, Texas and graduated from Calhoun County High School. He attended Victoria College then Southwest Texas State, where he obtained his Master's degree in Industrial Arts. Joel went on to teach for 34 years at schools including Victoria High, Smithson Valley Middle School, Robert Cole High School on Fort Sam Houston and an impressive 29 years at Randolph High School on Randolph AFB.

Joel was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Adelyn Tanner of Port Lavaca. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Beth (Gopffarth) Tanner; son, Carlton Tanner and wife Rhonda of Taylor, Texas; daughter, Christin Tanner and partner Mike Russell of Guerneville, California; grandsons, Ethan and Adam Tanner of Taylor, Texas; brother, Alan Tanner and wife Helen of Burnet, Texas as well as 6 nephews and nieces.

A Funeral Service will be held Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 2:00PM at Schertz Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Crescent Bend Nature Park at 10 Commercial Place, Public BLDG 1- Schertz, Texas 78154.

BRIAN COGGINS - Class of '66

In loving memory of Brian Ervin Coggins

 December 14, 1948 – October 10, 2017

Brian left this earth after living a life full of making friends and sharing his amazing wit and sense of humor. He loved sports especially the Texas Rangers, the Dallas Mavericks, and the Dallas Cowboys. He enjoyed doing the crossword puzzle and wasn’t afraid to sing karaoke, particularly Sweet Caroline.

Brian was born in San Antonio to an Air Force family and traveled extensively as a child including a couple of years in Athens, Greece. His sophomore year was in Falls Church, Virginia, his junior year was in Denver, Colorado, and his senior year was at Randolph AFB (Class of '66) in San Antonio, Texas. He was an excellent athlete playing baseball and basketball in high school, all the while playing lots of golf, which he continued as an adult along with league bowling. He also played guitar and could you “wow” you with his version of Neil Diamond’s Solitary Man.

He spent a few years at the University of Texas at Austin before starting his working life in San Antonio at Granger. He later moved to Dallas and worked for a number of companies, including Atmos Energy. He had a knack for numbers and a mind for computers and his work in coding was much appreciated.

Brian was preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle Brian Coggins and David Robert Coggins. He is survived by brother David Jr. (Wendy), brother Barry (Laurie), brother Bill (Angel), nephews David III, Cody, Casey, Christian and nieces Sarah and Chelsea.

He was a kind and generous and thoughtful person who could make you smile and laugh. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends. So long dear brother, uncle, and friend.

DOROTHY LINVILLE MOLLESTON

DOROTHY LINVILLE MOLLESTON

From: John Molleston <jmoll.ton@gmail.com>

Date: 10/7/18 11:05 AM (GMT-06:00)

To: gutsking <gutsking@aol.com>

Subject: Dorothy Molleston

Hi Gloria,

My mother Dorothy passed away at age 97, having led a wonderful life as a devoted Air Force wife and mother.  She always said that the time she lived at Randolph was her favorite time in her life.

I would appreciate it if you would post this link to her obituary at the Colonial Funeral Home website for all the Randolph folks on your list.

We have added some pictures that you can view if you keep scrolling down after the obit.  At the end of the first page of pictures you will see a "load more" button.  Click on that to view another page of pictures.

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/universal-city-tx/dorothy-molleston-8009606

Thank you Gloria.

John Molleston

Dorothy Linville Molleston of San Antonio, Texas passed away on September 30, 2018. She was born in Mill Grove, Missouri on November 9, 1920, the daughter of Arthur and Cora Linville. Dorothy lost her mother in a diphtheria epidemic when she was a child and was raised by her single parent father. Her father raised Dorothy with the help of her beloved brother Ervin, who gave his support and love to Dorothy during her childhood years and for the rest of her life.

After graduating from high school, Dorothy took a job as a bookkeeper at a creamery in Iowa. Her bookkeeping skills served her the rest of her life as she handled the finances for the Molleston family.

She married Reid L. Molleston in Lineville, Iowa on May 3, 1942. With Reid’s enlistment in the United States Air Force, she became a devoted Air Force wife, living in many different states and the Philippines and Germany. During Reid’s deployment in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, Dorothy became head of the household and responsible for the finances, welfare and safety of the family. She became an independent and resourceful woman, helping her husband and children adapt to a series of new homes, new towns, new schools and new countries. She taught herself to be an accomplished seamstress and a great cook. Dorothy made many outfits for her daughters while they were growing up. She made outfits for two entire cheerleading squads her daughters participated in, as well as curtains and drapes that would decorate each new home of her military family. Her homemade pies, cookies and cakes are still remembered by neighbors and friends who shared in the delights.

Her husband and her family were the joy and the love of her life. Her devotion to her husband Reid and her children was unconditional and passionate. Her family will miss her greatly but is comforted by the memories of a wonderful life well spent, full of joy, accomplishment and love.

She was preceded in death by an infant son Philip, her parents, two sisters and five brothers. She is survived by her husband of seventy-six years, Reid Molleston, Lt. Col. USAF (Ret’d), son John Molleston of Austin, Texas, daughters Linda McKinney of Edwards, Colorado and Julie Molleston of Richmond, Virginia, and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Esplanade Gardens for the care and kindness shown to Dorothy for the last eight years. We would also like to thank the staff from Kindred Hospice for their kind expertise and attention.

A memorial graveside service will be conducted at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery at a time to be announced.

Condolences may be emailed to John and Linda via The Colonial Funeral Web site or the emails below:

John Molleston, Class of '68
jmoll.ton@gmail.com

Linda Molleston, Class of '65
lindamckinne@aol.com

More photos can be seen by clicking here
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/universal-city-tx/dorothy-molleston-8009606

ROBERT PAUL LIVINGSTON (Father of Sue Livingston Johnson '64 and Annie Livingston-Garrett '67)

ROBERT PAUL LIVINGSTON

USAF Colonel (Retired) Robert Paul Livingston died on 8/28/2018 at the age of 97 under the devoted care of his wife, June (Wallace) Livingston.  Bob was born at home to his parents, Clyde Edward Livingston and Ruth (Coup) Livingston in Bedford, Iowa on 11/16/1920.  The family moved to Des Moines, Iowa where Bob started school at Des Moines North High School.  There he excelled in track and field (110 yard dash & lead off in the 440).  After graduating, Bob attended University of Iowa where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity and led his ROTC drill team (Pershing Rifles) to first place before graduating (BS) in 1942 with his Army Commission.

Bob married his college sweetheart, Harriett Garl, on 6/25/1942 not long after beginning training to enter America’s WWII war effort.  He participated in the Army School for Flight before he was transferred to England where he served in the 360^th Bomb Squadron before joining the 303^rd Bomb Group (where he’d study photos to determine bombing sites).  Bob’s B-17 was shot down over Germany in the winter of 1943 where his leg was broken upon his parachute landing.  He was able to hide for a few days before being captured by the Germans and being interned at Stalag Lufte 3.  Bob remained there until 12/28/1943 when General Patton liberated the Prisoner of War camp.

After the war, Bob continued his military career moving from California to Levittown, NY while attending Columbia University where he received his MBA in 1946.  When stationed at the Pentagon next, he attended Survival School in Thule, Greenland.  Bob moved his family of five from Falls Church, VA., to Pepperell AFB in St. John’s, Newfoundland as a Cold War warrior.  He served in Strategic Air Command at Offutt AFB in Bellevue, Nebraska before returning to the Pentagon.  Bob was sent to Randolph AFB in San Antonio, TX, to develop and direct the Personnel Center on computer for the entire USAF.  He retired there after 24 years of service.

Never one to laze around, Bob held an office management job at a prestigious law firm in the Chicago Loop after military retirement, enabling his three children to attend and graduate college.  Upon retirement from the law firm in 1971, he and his wife travelled for 3 months throughout Europe.  They followed that trip up with a tour of East Asia and Japan.  Bob purchased an Airstream Trailer when his kids were still at home and became active in rallies, holding many offices in the Texas Hill Country Airstream Group.

Bob continued to work after and around travelling, in men’s clothing and furniture sales (Joske’s of Texas and Dillard’s), not ending his retail career at Walmart (electronics) until 2012.  He supported his wife during her fight with Parkinson’s Disease until her death in 1996.  He re-married on 4/5/1997 to June Wallace who has been his steadfast companion and caregiver to the end of his days.  They adopted their grandson, Steve Wallace Livingston, who brought much joy to his life.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, first wife, brother-in-law (Dr. Robert Moore) and niece (Nancy Moore Hines).  Surviving him are his wife, June and his grandson, Steve (San Antonio); his sister, Betty Moore (Hampton, Iowa); his daughters, Sue Johnson and Annie Livingston-Garrett (Leadville, CO); his son, Steve (Lou Ann) in Albuquerque, N.M.; his nephew, Bill (Pam) Moore (Iowa/Arizona) and niece, Marilyn Moore (Windsor Heights, IA); his stepson, James Wallace (San Antonio, TX); grandchildren, Amy (Will Kent) Johnson (Colorado Springs, CO), Michael (Desiree) Johnson (Lakewood, CO), Jahnelle Taylor, Nick Livingston and Matt Livingston (Albuquerque, N.M.); and 5 great-grandchildren, Jennifer & Jayla Taylor and Sophia Smith (Albuquerque) and Parker and Grayson Johnson (Lakewood).

Full military honors will be given at 11:15 am on Tuesday, September 18,  2018, at Ft. Sam Houston Cemetery where Col. Robert Livingston’s remains will be interred.  Please join the family for lunch following the ceremony at one of Bob’s favorite restaurants, Chuy’s, 14855 I-35 Frontage Road across from the Forum.

Condolences may be mailed to:

Sue Livingston Johnson, Class of '64

229 E. 8th Street
Leadville, CO 80461

Annie Livingston-Garrett, Class of '67
Wit's End 
310 E. 8th Street
Leadville, CO 80461

Sue, Gloria and Ann 2018

Sue, Steve and Ann Livingston

ELIZABETH "BETTY" STURROCK

MARGARET ELIZABETH (BETTY) STURROCK - 1919-2018

Margaret Elizabeth (Betty) Sturrock, most recently of Austin, Texas, passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018, surrounded by loved ones. She was 99 years young.

Elizabeth was born on June 28, 1919 in Emhouse, Texas to the late Georgie Willie Adams and William Rufus Hall. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, William Parten Sturrock, her sister, Robinel Hall Naber and brother-in-law, Richard Naber of Niceville, Florida.

Elizabeth is survived by her children, Linda Susan Sturrock Anderson of San Antonio, Texas; Janice Lynn Sturrock and her husband Steve McKee of Austin, Texas; and William Parten (Bill) Sturrock Jr and his wife Sue Sturrock of Rosebud, Texas. Beloved grandsons: Tray Anderson and fiancée Glenn Pellas of Houston, Texas, Eugene McKee of New York City, New York and Ryan McCalip of Benbrook, Texas. Nieces Linda Augustin and family and Alice Hagans and family of Niceville, Florida. Great grandchildren; Rebecca Anderson, Tray Anderson Jr and Sevlynne Anderson of Dallas, Texas.

As a young girl, Elizabeth lived in the Texas towns of Slaton, Lubbock and San Angelo where she remembered swimming in the river south of town near Cristobol. Eventually moving with her family to Houston, Elizabeth graduated from Reagan High School in 1936. Elizabeth met Bill (William Parten) Sturrock at Singer Sewing Machine Company and married him on August 24, 1946. Bill and Elizabeth had 3 children; Sue, Janice and Billy.

Elizabeth lived most of her life in Texas. After she and Bill married, she lived the life of an Air Force wife and moved her family from Ellington Air Force Base in Houston, Texas to Edwards Air Force Base in California and onto Izmir, Turkey. She was passionate about expanding the horizons of her kids and while in Turkey, the family spent many weekends visiting beautiful beaches and exploring rich history of old world cities. In 1963, Bill was stationed at Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. Elizabeth continued to raise her 3 children and worked at Randolph as a Federal Civil Service employee from 1967-1985. She received many outstanding work commendations for her great attention to detail and creative suggestions for more efficiency in the work place.

Known as Elizabeth to family and Betty to coworkers, friends and fellow crafters. She retired from Civil Service in 1985 and devoted full time to her many hobbies including ceramics, crochet, knitting, counted cross stitch, quilting and other handcrafts. She owned 2 craft shops in the Universal City area: "Homesteader's Corner" and "The Talent Tree". She was a founding member of the Homesteaders Craft Guild of Universal City in 1986 and enjoyed trips around Central Texas to quilting and craft shops. She never met a piece of fabric that she did not like.

Betty was a creative talent her entire life; an excellent seamstress who made most of her own clothes and clothes for her 3 children when they were young. She was always pursuing new creative and artistic outlets and excelled at all of them.

She loved her children and her large extended family of aunts, uncles and many cousins. She was a great cook and excellent baker making many tasty cakes and cookies for most any occasion. She loved making candies and cookies at Christmas time and loved decorating her house for that time of year.

She took great pride in her physical appearance, taking care to wear matching outfits and "fixing her face" daily with eyebrow pencil, rouge and always lipstick.

She enjoyed watching sports and always rooted for the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs.

Elizabeth will be remembered for many things including being a loving, kind and giving daughter, mother and grandmother who loved her "kids", her grandkids and her parents dearly. We will miss her dry sense of humor, her fierce independence and her sweet blue eyes.

The family would like to thank the staff of Grace House of Lake Travis for their compassionate care and love of Betty these last years; the kind and attentive health care providers at Visiting Physicians Association and care and assistance from the staff at Guiding Hospice.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Monday, August 6 at Weed-Corley-Fish Lake Travis, 411 Ranch Road 620 South, Lakeway, Texas.

A short graveside service will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio on Tuesday, August 7 at 2:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Friends of Universal City Public Library, 100 Northview, Universal City, Texas. 78148.

CONDOLENCES MAY BE SENT TO:

Sue Sturrock Anderson, Class of '67, suea936@gmail.com

Janice Sturrock, Class of '71

Bill Sturrock, Jr., RHS Alum