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H.A. Sessions Obituary

H.A. Sessions LUBBOCK-H.A. Sessions, 81, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on Nov. 7, 2016. Mr. Sessions was born on July 2, 1935, in Lubbock, Texas, to the late Henry Alvin Sr. and Theodosha Sessions. He married Barbara (Pearce) on June 14, 1957, at the First United Methodist Church in Lubbock, Texas. Together they spent 59 loving years of marriage together. H.A. graduated from Sundown High School, and later from Texas Tech University with a degree in Architecture. Mr. Sessions was a successful architect and land investor for many years. H.A. was also a very talented water color artist. Most of all, H.A. was a loving family man, wonderful father, and always had compassion and respect for all he knew. Mr. Sessions is preceded in death by his parents. Those left to cherish H.A.'s memory are his loving wife of 59 years, Barbara; son, Alvin Sessions; and daughter, Kerry Sessions. Mr. Sessions was also blessed with two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way. A Celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, in Resthaven's Abbey Chapel with Pastor Jim Powell officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for H.A. Sessions

34 Entries

[email protected]

November 3, 2024

Thank you for this. Still fond memories of Henry Sessions. He had beautiful art work in his Palm Springs condo where we own one.
Interesting he was from Lubbock, Texas as so many famous people are from there, even today as the best NFL football player these days is from there!
Still like to read in the condolences his love of cars; we still have our Corvette Stingray for example and it really goes!

Ronald Lamb

November 11, 2023

Every time I walk by their former Palm Springs condo I think of Henry and Barbara, like yesterday for example. A very nice couple, from the home of my favourite singer Buddy Holly (Holley) and Roy Orbison, Mac Davis and others.
Great to see Henry is still remembered.

Stevan M. Coleman

November 3, 2023

We could use more people today who might possess even a fraction of what H.A. personally brought to each and every endeavor. We would all be better off for it.

Ronald Lamb

November 3, 2022

Still missing Henry and Barbara in Palm Springs.

Can't believe it is 6 years since his passing.

Ronald Lamb

November 3, 2021

Still missing H. A. and Barbara in Palm Springs, CA. Having read through the other condolences, had no idea of all his interests, including cars (it appears he had a Corvette, we have one of the last original Stingrays, a Fiero SE/GT, etc.) and airplanes (I was in Air Cadets). My thoughts are with the family at this later time; it sounds like he was a huge influence in Lubbock. I still remember him telling me about his connection to the Holley family (I have always been a fan of Buddy, as well as Roy Orbison, Mac Davis, etc. from the area). [email protected]

Sue Walker

December 26, 2016

Barbara, I just learned today of HA's passing. Though it's been many years since we've been in touch, you and HA were always in my prayers because without your efforts so long ago, I would never have known the life I've been able to achieve. My children and I are so grateful.. May he rest in peace knowing he gave hope to so many, me included. With love, Sue Walker, now in Richardson TX.

Ronald Lamb

December 11, 2016

I met Henry and his lovely wife Barbara here in Palm Springs last winter. Being a Buddy Holly fan, I asked them if they were from Lubbock as their license plate showed Texas on it, and fortunately I was correct. I was invited into their home to visit, and what a delightful, welcoming couple! I had just sent an email to them this morning from Palm Springs, and found out later in the day that Henry had passed away. Our heartfelt condolences. Ronald (and Susan) Lamb.

November 14, 2016

As a fellow classmate of H.A.in Sundown, it is with sadness I heard of his passing. He was an exceptional classmate.
Betty Peevy Baze

Mick Dorsett

November 13, 2016

As a member of the GAS group (Geriatric Art Society) we were on our semi annual painting trip at Salado Texas when we heard the news of his death. He was a big part of our painting trips and will definitely be missed. RIP Friend.

November 12, 2016

Barbara,we love you and H.A. and are so fortunate to have known you. We are all sad now but soon we will all be together in Heaven.

Love, Don & Margaret Gerloff, Islamorada, Florida

Carl Odom

November 11, 2016

Candy & I will miss H. A. With heavy hearts. He was a great business partner, friend, and role model for so many of us in the real estate business.

Stevan M. Coleman

November 11, 2016

We knew "H" professionally and worked with him many years. What a graceful person he was.

He loved interesting automobiles and that was an interest he and I shared personally, albeit casually. At one time in the '90s he had a BMW M5 sedan I loved. He knew I could not afford such a car at the time, but he always encouraged me to take it for a drive whenever he visited our office in it. One day, out of the blue, he offered to trade the M5 for a Ford Taurus SHO I owned at the time. He told me he would give me "retail value" for the SHO and I could give him "wholesale value" for the M5. I still couldn't afford it at the time (the M5 was a substantially more valuable car). I knew he probably had no real interest in the SHO, and I knew he was trying to do me a BIG favor and make a personal dream come true. I always wish I had found a way to make it happen, but most importantly I have always wished I had more enthusiastically told him "Thanks!" for being so thoughtful and caring.

Anytime he would come to our office, if I saw him, I would wait for an appropriate moment to ask him something about his cars, and his face would always instantly light up and we would embark in conversation. It was always a highlight of the day for me.

The world could use a lot more men just like him.

Eldon Roberson

November 11, 2016

I went to High School with H. A. in Sundown, Texas. We were in the graduating class of 1953. He was always a cheerful young man and was known as a deep thinker. He was one of the people I met at a young age who impressed me with his maturity and life knowledge. I have thought of him many times over the years.

H. A. Sessions with his Bonanza and son as we leave to ski Crested Butte, CO, Dec 1986.

David Jones

November 11, 2016

General Walt Huffman, H.A., D. Jones, R. Matthews, Judge Sam Cummings at Lubbock Club, 2006.

David Jones

November 11, 2016

H. A. and his "new" Rolls/Bentley in 2007.

David Jones

November 11, 2016

Barbara and H. in their home 2012.

David Jones

November 11, 2016

H. A. and Geo. Patterson by H's oldest car in 2005.

David Jones

November 11, 2016

Phi Kappa Psi lodge designed and funded by H. A. 2004

David Jones

November 11, 2016

H. A. at Texas Tech about 1956

David Jones

November 11, 2016

Sessions & Jones, Angel Fire NM, 1997 Feb

David Jones

November 11, 2016

Ford, Doris Spikes

November 11, 2016

H.A., a friend, a blessing to our lives for 48 years. What started as business, turned quickly to "family" and love. He was truly a man of honor and generosity. We pray for comfort and strength for your family.

Tony Thornton-Tippit

November 11, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with you all
~~~~~~~~Tony Thornton-Tippit and Tim Tippit

John Hope

November 10, 2016

H.A was a great man who will be missed by many. He was multi-talented and a devoted husband and father. We shared a love of West Texas, art, and the Brothers Howard ( The Three Stooges ). God Bless you all during this time ! John & Bette Hope

John Griffith

November 10, 2016

What an amazing man! H.A. Sessions is by far the most honorable, loving, talented, and charismatic men that I have ever met. He has been my grandfather, role model, mentor, and inspiration since I was 10 yrs old (1995). I would not be the man I am today without H.A. Sessions. He is the reason I became an Architect and he has played a major role in my life growing up.... although I know he is looking down right now chuckling to disagree with me as he typically would, saying that I did it by myself. Well H.A., as I look at a few of your incredibly beautiful paintings on my wall I will tell you that you have always been my idol, inspiration, and have meant so very much to me, for the great man that you are. A true heart of gold! The world is a better place because of you and Barbara. H.A., Barbara, Kerry & Alvin, I love you so much and owe the world to you - my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, John

David A. Jones

November 10, 2016

Life won't be the same without H.A., a close friend since 1954 college days when we became Phi Kappa Psi brothers and roommates. I will always admire his talents and accomplishments in architecture, music, watercolor painting, race car driving, airplane piloting, real estate development, auto trading, skiing, tennis, and level-headed advice. He was fun, intelligent, inspirational, and supportive.

Roy Johnson

November 10, 2016

Having been friends with H.A. And Barbara since 1966, We spent many years of travel, and as partners in businesses and owning airplanes together. Through it all we never had a cross word. He was a true and valued friend who I will miss greatly!

Bob Levenson

November 10, 2016

What a wonderful man - gifted and still so kind to everyone. Our sincerest condolences.

Dewayne Askins

November 10, 2016

A man whose wisdom and good judgement changed peoples life's. His contribution to our community is almost immeasurable!
My prayers are with Barbara, Kerry and

Paul Hinman

November 10, 2016

H.A. It was always fun hanging out with you at Porsche Club events. Godspeed my friend.

Brian Carr

November 9, 2016

A man of depth and character. Always available to talk over a cup of coffee about making a better future.

Roylene Slaughter

November 9, 2016

What an awesome man! We are all better for having known H.A.. Our love and condolences to Barbara, Kerry and Henry.

Roy Jones

November 9, 2016

H.A. was a Class Act! What a Great man to work with. Truly a Pioneer in Lubbock.

Our prayers are with you.

November 8, 2016

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Sessions family. May you find solace knowing he is in a better place. May God comfort your family. You are in our prayers.

Kaylon Northcutt

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