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B. J. "Joe Mac" McGlothlin

1931 - 2014

B. J. "Joe Mac" McGlothlin obituary, 1931-2014, Odessa, TX

BORN

1931

DIED

2014

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Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home

6801 E. Business 20

Odessa, Texas

B. McGlothlin Obituary

ODESSA B.J. (Joe Mac) McGlothlin, 82, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2014, with his wife and children by his side.
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 P.M. Thursday, March 20, 2014, at Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 P.M. March 21, 2014, at Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home with Reverend Jimmy Braswell officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
B.J. (Joe Mac) McGlothlin was born in Fairy, Texas, to William Henry McGlothlin and Nadine Fern Wright McGlothlin on October 30, 1931. He married his high school sweetheart Anna Lou on June 7, 1952. While Dad ran the corporation, Mom ran the home front. They celebrated 62 wonderful years of marriage together leaving a legacy of love to their children and grandchildren. His love for his family shined in every aspect of his life.
Joe Mac retired after 28 years with a working relationship with E.L. Farmer Trucking Company – Joe McGlothlin Inc. He traveled all over the United States and never met a stranger. Joe Mac was responsible for starting the two-stack mac on eighteen wheelers, which you see on semi-trucks all over the world today.
He loved his country and served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict.
Joe Mac is preceded in death by his parents, William McGlothlin and Nadine McGlothlin; and his sisters, Norma Rhodes and Marcell Barnett.
He is survived by his spouse, Anna Lou McGlothlin; son, Randy Joe McGlothlin (Randy Mac); daughter, Anita Fern Smith and son-in-law Eugene; daughter, Donna Christine Matthews and son-in-law Rory; his grandchildren, Katy Wilkerson and her husband Brandon, Kristy Allison and her husband Todd, Kyle McGlothlin and his wife Sophie, Patrick Douglas Matthews and his wife Tiffany, Michael Smith and his wife Rubi, and Melissa Smith; his great-grandchildren, Jacob Wilkerson, Kade Carlile, Colton Wilkerson, Kyler Wilkerson, Wyatt Wilkerson, Korbyn Wilkerson, Kylie Allison, Krista Allison, Kamry Allison, Kole McGlothlin, Kyndal McGlothlin, Kynzlee McGlothlin, Riley Grace Matthews, Violet Reese Matthews, and Kenneth Smith.
Pallbearers will be Brandon Wilkerson, Kade Carlile, Todd Allison, Kyle McGlothlin, Michael Smith, and Michael French, and honorary bearer, Patrick Matthews.
Arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home. To make online condolences please visit www.sunsetmemorial.com.

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Published by The Bradford Era on Mar. 20, 2014.

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Johnny&Melissa Howell

March 21, 2014

Joe you will be missed. Anna, Nita and family you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim Watkins

March 21, 2014

I worked for Cunningham Welding and WATCO Truck Rigging, and in doing so I was fortunate to cross paths with and do work for Joe Mac on the winch trucks he operated. Joe was one of the nicest and friendliest gentlemen I was ever blessed to know and work for. He always was honest, fair and down to earth. I can remember several times where after working on Joe's truck, and having him come pick it up, my Dad, Johnnie Watkins would look at me and say to me, " Jim, Joe is a really good guy, when you work for him always do your best because he deserves it". I haven't seen Joe in many years but I can't imagine that he changed. The world will not be a better place without Joe. Those that are working in the oilfield, driving winch trucks and haulling loads would be much better off if they had guys like Joe to mentor and teach and guide them along. I hope Joe's last years were good ones and some day, when I get to Heaven I know that Joe and lots of other good truck drivers will be there ready to welcome me home. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Jim Watkins

March 20, 2014

Mr. McGlothlin was a very nice gentleman and always had a smile on his face. I have not seen him in years, but I remember him very well because he was such a kind and friendly person. Prayers up for all his family because I know they will miss him dearly.

Sara Tarango

March 20, 2014

We at Albertsons 4215 are sorry for your loss, may God continue to embrace you and your family with his loving arms .
Sara(Albertsons 4215)

March 20, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Heather Steadmon

March 20, 2014

He was always so nice to me and waved anytime he was outside. It was great having him and his wife as neighbors across the street. I helped a few times carry in groceries for him and Ann. My condolences to all the family and friends.

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