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Eleanor Langley Obituary
Memorial service and reception will be held in her honor at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 27, at First Presbyterian Church of Arlington, 1200 S. Collins.
Memorials: The family requests that no flowers be sent. All those who wish to make a donation in her name may do so to First Presbyterian Church of Arlington; Area Agency on Aging; or to the United Way, which has been tireless and extremely supportive in her time of need.
Eleanor was the second oldest of four children born to Orla and Janet Bagby in August 1924. She and her brothers, Ross Kenneth, Ralph Donald and sister, Marjorie Nada Fern, were all born and raised in the family's farm house on South Beckley Avenue in what is now Oak Cliff. Eleanor enjoyed a happy childhood on the family farm, hardly noticing they were in the midst of a national depression. She graduated from Lancaster High School, salutatorian of her class of 1941.
During the war years, she helped her mother and sister run the farm while her father and brothers answered the call to duty. She spent one year at North Texas State College in 1945-46. In 1948 she married Walter Harold Stone of Peterborough, N.H. Over the next decade, she gave birth to her three children, Edward Bryan, Natalie Gail and Walter Keith.
After returning to El Centro College in 1964, she spent the next 26 years working as a mainframe computer programmer for 13 years at El Centro, then 13 years at the University of Texas at Arlington, from which she retired in 1992.
Eleanor had spent 17 years with Donald Eggleston, having taken his name at their marriage in 1985, when he passed away in the early spring of 1992. In September 1997, she wed John Langley of Everman. They had just celebrated their 10th anniversary.
Survivors: Her loving husband, John; her sons, Bryan of Jasper, Keith of Anacortes, Wash.; her daughter, Natalie Russ of San Diego, Calif.; and her grandson, Eric Bryan Stone of Dickinson.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eleanor Langley
Marzie Bartee
December 31, 2007
Eleanor was such an inspiration to me. John, we enjoyed your friendship while you lived in Burleson. I have thought of you often. I saw you at Sandy's funeral but did not get to talk to you. I know you will miss Eleanor. She was such a delightful person and I know you loved her very much.
My prayers are with you
Edwin Youngblood
December 31, 2007
My family shall deeply miss our dear Aunt Elanor. She was a delightfully vibrant woman and very active.
"Auntie El" danced, sang, traveled, camped, worshipped, and somehow found time to "be there" for all those who needed her. John was a rock for her, especially after the Sept. 25th stroke. He literally slept at the hospital all but one night, and was ALWAYS there to love and support his beloved wife.
Her family is being amazed at the depth and breath of her friendship circle, and surrounded by loving and caring folks. Unfortunately, we were unable to get back from a car trip in California for her Memorial service Thurs @ 11Am 1st Presby of Arlington. We shall send a memorial to United Way at her childrens' suggestion.
Wanda B. Goode
December 28, 2007
Aunt Eleanor was always there with her smile and encouragement when there was a special event in my family's life. She was just delightful! My prayers are with all of you.
sonny good
December 28, 2007
Such a sweet lady. We'll miss your smile, laugh and always cheerful presence. Sorry we never got to try the swap! Thanks for always being there for the kids when no one else was.
Sonny & Wanda Good
Burton Bagby
December 28, 2007
Aunt Eleanor is a treasured part of my life. My heart goes out to Keith, Bryan and Natalie, but especially to Uncle John. The hurting never goes away, but you do learn to deal with it over time. She was a lady who always offered sound advice, inclusive Christ-like love and an open mind. I will always cherish her presence in my life and thank God for it.
God's Peace,
Burton
Melanie Youngblood Wright
December 28, 2007
We will miss my mother's sister, Auntie El. She was a wonderful person. May God comfort those she has left behind with the peace that passes all understanding. Love to you all!
Susan and Jay Graham
December 27, 2007
We have all been blessed by knowing Eleanor, and will miss her delightful presence, sense of humor, and ready smile.
Our love and profound sympathy are with John and the rest of the family. May God bless and comfort you all.
Susan and Jay Graham
Sheryl Archer
December 27, 2007
My family and I have known Eleanor for many years. At least 45 years.She was a woman to look up to.So classy and intellegent.She had a great sense of humor. A lover of music . And oh so proud af her children.She and John were a great couple.Forever in my heart she will be. My thoughts and prayers with John and family.
Angie Goode
December 27, 2007
Aunt Eleanor, I just wanted to tell you that we will all miss you. You meant so much to all of us, but at least you get to hang out with Aunt Martha now.
We love you and will miss you greatly
Billy McCoy & family
December 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Deloris Curtis
December 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Eleanor. We knew Eleanor through her niece, Wanda Bagby Goode (our sister-in-law). May God be near each of you to comfort you during this time.
John & Deloris Curtis, Allie Goode, and Jim Hall.
Cynthia & Robert Goynes
December 26, 2007
Eleanor Langley was a wonderderful woman and a very good asset to Woodmen of the World Lodge #2. She will be missed by all. Our Prayers are with John and the family in this very difficult time.
Robert & Cindy Goynes -- Chico
Bobby & Trina Goynes -- Chico
Billy & Angie Goynes, Abigail, Danielle and Natalie -- Bridgeport
Paula Faircloth
December 26, 2007
Mrs. Langley and her husband volunteered their time to advocate for resident in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living homes. She was a wonderful woman who was a great advocate for those vulnerable residents. She will be missed. Please know that we thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers.
Brooks and Connie Taylor
December 26, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Pamela Wright
December 26, 2007
Please know that you are all in my prayers and God's love will see you through this difficult time.
Felix and Haylee Esparza
December 25, 2007
May God bring your family comfort in your time of need. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Langley is our daughter's fiddle teacher.
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