Herschal "Plug" Savage Jr., 75, a longtime Parker County resident, passed away Saturday, Jan. 22, 2005, at a local hospital after undergoing heart surgery.

Funeral: 2 p.m. Tuesday at White's Chapel of Memories. Burial: East Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at White's Funeral Home in Weatherford.

Plug was born June 26, 1929, in Brock, but grew up in the oil patch of West Texas near Odessa and Midland.

He graduated from Kermit High School. In 1949, he returned to Weatherford to attend Weatherford Junior College and later attended North Texas State University.

"Plug" married Dorothy Sharpe in 1953 and homesteaded in the old Wright School district, where he farmed, raised cattle and developed a plumbing business.

He was a Mason, a Lion, an Optimist and a Rotarian.

Over the years, Plug contributed his time and efforts to the Little League program, where he and his wife, Dorothy, tirelessly kept the concession stands in operation. His famous "Plugdine" sandwich is still a favorite at the ballpark.

He served as vice president for many years and president in 1978, when the Weatherford team was state champions.

"Plug" taught vocational skills in the Springtown ISD, where he continued to mentor many young people.

After his retirement in 1995, he opened "Plugs Bar-B Q" on Highway 51, where he and Dorothy entertained a host of friends and developed a loyal clientele.

"Plug" was preceded in death by his mother and father.

Survivors: Wife, Dorothy Savage; son, Richard Savage of Amarillo; daughter, Sue Long and husband, Steven of Dripping Springs; grandchildren, Steven Long IV, Conner, Carter and Kalee Savage; and a host of cousins.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jan. 24, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Herschal Savage

14 Entries

Richard Savage

May 29, 2005

It is May now Daddy, mother, the kids and I drove down to attend Steven's graduation down in Dripping Springs. I wish you could have been with us to witness this event. You'd would have been so proud of Sue and Steve and how they together raised Little. He is a fine young man who is destined for greatness. He has been accepted to Texas A & M and will be attending this Fall.

Robert Charles passed a week ago and I no he is with you and uncle Johnny. Time continues to pass rapidly and in a blind of an eye we shall all be together in Heaven void of saddness, only happiness. We all will be in the presents of our Heavenly Father... ( The Alpha and the Omega the beginning and the end, the Great I am, Lord Jesus Christ our Savior).

I will talk to you again soon Daddy. Peace, Love and Happiness

Your Family,

Richard, Connor, Carter & Kalee

Maxine Charles

May 26, 2005

Hershal was my nephew, though I was only 6 months older than he.

My eldest brother Hershal Senior would have been very proud of him as was I. Bless you Hershal. Aunt Mackie

Connor Savage

April 23, 2005

My grandfather was one of the grestest men I knew, He was the only real grandfather I had and he was an inspiration to me and I miss him very much, I will always remember him and his bowl full of peacan's how he would always love to give them away his wisdom was only surpased by his kindness and love. He was truly a great man and will be missed and remembered.

Your grandson Connor

Richard Savage

April 1, 2005

Two months have passed since Jesus called you home. I miss you very much and was not prepared for your departure.

I know you entered into Gods' kingdom, and you are happy now, but I still miss you dearly. I think of all the things we did together as father and son. My dreams go there often. Summer is soon approaching and I will, for the first time be cutting and baling hay without you. In the past, at he end of the day I would always see you coming into the field to see how things were going and to pick me up and take me home. You won't be coming to the field this year. I no that at he end of the day you I will for the first time in my life not drive up in your truck to see how things are going and take me home. The first time in the field will be emotinal for me but I will weather the storm. Easter was difficult without you. I have already begun to think about my first fathers day without you. This will also be an emotional time for me. I am taking care of mother like I told you I would in 1996. I will not faulter on my promise I made to you on that Monday night.

I love you Daddy and wish we were all together. I will see you again but not this day, so until that day.

Your son,

Richard

Kalee Savage

February 6, 2005

I loved my grandad very very much. He was a great man. He loved to attend church and listen to Brother Toby preach. My grandad was a very wise man. He liked riding on his John deere tractor. I loved grandad's food and especially his deserts (funnel cake). He was especially proud of me when I made the A honor role. I will always remember and love my grandad.

carter savage

February 6, 2005

My grandad was a person who gave from his heart. I watched him while he prepared food for the cafe' and he never took shortcuts. He was a lover of football and sports. He would always keep up with the area teams who were coached by previous players from Weatherford.

I never saw my grandad cry, he was always happy. I miss him. I will always try to bring honor to him.

John Herweg

February 2, 2005

How do you start. Well I have met the man and have to say he treated me like a son. I have eaten the food and he always gave more than you could eat. I was blessed each time I was around him.

I worked with Richard at Bell Helicopter in Ft Worth and can see where Richard got his heart and courage.

They say the greatest compliment you can leave is a reproduction of your life. I've seen that in the Savage family because of Plugs life.

Elaine Tamez

January 28, 2005

You will never meet a nicer person than Mr. Savage. He was respected and beloved by his students, friends, and co-workers. His legacy of friendliness and decency is continued through his family.

JOHN CORNSTUBBLE

January 27, 2005

PLUG WAS A GREAT MAN HE TAUGHT ME ALOT ABOUT PLUMBING AND TALKED ME INTO GETTING MY JOURNEYMAN PLUMBING LICENSE WE WORKED AT LJ PARKER REAL ESTATE AND HAD A LOT OF LAUGHS WILL MISS HIM...

Richard Savage

January 25, 2005

Plug was my father, I was so richly blessed to have been his son. He has always been my hero and the man I so desire to immulate. I will forever strive to be like him and he will continue to live thru me.

Dan -n- Jan Lund

January 25, 2005

May the Lord be with you Dorothy and your family at this time. Our prayers are with you. Just remember he is in a better place and the briskit just got better there. Dan-n-Jan

Dwight Harrison

January 25, 2005

I never met a finer friend in all my life. He was a very special person to everyone he was around and knew. So easy to talk to, and one of the best cooks I've ever seen. He may be gone, but his thoughts and memories will last forever. Your friend forever...Dwight

Judy Butler

January 24, 2005

Plug Savage was my school bus driver. He was a kind man and will be missed by many.

marcia alenik

January 24, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time in life and feel so blessed to have met you and Plug as I know there will be some excellent food in heaven. Love to you and the family Marcia

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