Bill Midkiff

Bill Midkiff, 82, of Paint Rock formerly of Big Lake, TX, went to be with his wife on February 17, 2008 in Paint Rock, TX. A memorial service will be held at 3:00pm Thursday, February 21, 2008 at Lake Ivie Community Center. Bill was born on October 29, 1925 to Tyson and Naomi Midkiff in Midland, TX. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lela Midkiff in June of 2007.

Bill worked for many years in agriculture in Midland, Upton, and Reagan counties. He also worked for over 20 years for Basin Tank Rental in Big Lake as a driver and truck pusher. Despite being an expert truck driver his first love was ranching and he felt right at home on horseback. In his later years he loved to spend time fishing on Lake Ivie with his family and friends.

Survivors include: children, Pete Midkiff and wife Judi of Austin, Cindy O'Bryan of Big Lake, Tim Midkiff of Dallas, TX, and Nancy Allen and husband Robert of Nederland; 5 grandchildren, Tyson Midkiff, Katy and Ralph O'Bryan, and James and John Allen; one brother, Joe Midkiff of Kerrville; two sisters, Alice Roth of Midland, and Carolyn Strange and husband Jim of Tampa, FL; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. The family wishes to extend their sincerest appreciation to Edna Johnson for all of her loving care. We also want to thank all the friends in the Lake Ivie area who helped out in our time of need including Darrell Shipman and Wanda, Darrell Henderson and Connie, Billie Henderson and Alvin, and Baldwin Halfman and many others. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren and Jim O'Bryan. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials be made to the "Make-A-Wish" Foundation or favorite charity.