Wanda Davis Weaks

Wanda Davis Weaks A loving mother, daughter, grandmother and sweet friend to many went to her heavenly home last week. Wanda Davis Weaks died Friday, May 9, 2008, at Christian Manor. Wanda was born on July 27, 1930, in Lamesa, Texas, to Claude and Dora Davis. The family made several moves, first to Pampa, Texas, and from there to Orange, Texas, when Wanda was nine. She finished her schooling in Orange, graduating from Luxer Stark High School at the young age of 16. The family left Orange and made their move to Plainview for their permanent home. Wanda enrolled at West Texas State University where she earned her bachelor's degree, graduating at the age of 19. She went on to further her education by earning a master's degree from the University of Houston. Wanda was a dedicated teacher at Plainview High School for many years. She made a difference in many young people's lives, and many of her students stayed in touch with her, reminding Wanda how much they enjoyed being in her classes and the many ways she had changed their lives for the better. Wanda was very active in the community. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church where she was a Sunday school teacher for years. She was a founding member of Grace Presbyterian Church, was president of the Gamma Delphin Study Club and a 50-year-member and served as president of PTA. She was a Cub Scout den mother, a school room mother and a member of Chi Omega Sorority. Wanda had a passion for cooking. She spent many hours cooking not only for her family but also for friends and neighbors. She was always the first to bring a dish for beloved families or when a friend or neighbor was ill or in need. Wanda was a gracious hostess to all who entered her home. Friends loved coming to Wanda's home, especially the friends of her two sons, Jon and Micah. They loved to hang out at Wanda's home where there was always something good to eat. Wanda was a very giving person to all and a steadfast friend. She had a generous heart to all and especially to those in need. She definitely exemplified the Bible verse, Matthew 25:31-46, which includes the verse: "If you do it to the least of these, you do it unto me." Wanda was an adoring grandmother to her granddaughter, Braya Jess, who lovingly called her "Wanna." Wanda was preceded in death by her mother and father. Wanda is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jonathan Weaks of Lake Tahoe, Nev., and Micah and Amy Weaks of Dallas; a granddaughter, Braya Jess of Lake Tahoe, Nev; the father of her sons, Bill Weaks; lifelong and dedicated friends, Roy and Peggy Parr; and Betty Gonzales, her dedicated caregiver and friend. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at Bartley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Grace United Methodist Church with Lanny Voss officiating. Interment will follow at Plainview Memorial Park under the direction of Bartley Funeral Home. Memorials can be made to The Scholarship of Grace Fund through the First Presbyterian Church of Plainview, or Plainview Meals on Wheels.