L.E. "Doc" Malone

December 21, 2007 L. E. "Doc" Malone of Midland went to sleep and left this earth peacefully. He will spend Christmas this year with his heavenly father. Daddy will be missed. He was born November 9, 1924 in Big Spring, Texas. After graduating from high school in Big Spring, he joined the army and served in WWII. He served in Europe with the 89th Chemical Mortar BN., 9th Army.

After discharge from the service he attended Southern Methodist University where he received his Bachelor Degree in Geology in 1950. Doc married Melba Tallant in Abilene, Texas on July 24, 1954. They moved to Midland in 1956. He worked for Union Producing Co., Skelly Oil Co. and independent Clayton Williams.

After retirement in 1986, he and his wife traveled extensively until he developed Macular Hole which compromised his eye sight. Later he developed Parkinson's and cancer.

He was preceded in death by his brother, G. E. Malone, of Lubbock, TX; and Sister Frances Irene Engle.

Doc is survived by his wife, of Midland; son, Scott Malone and his wife Diane, of Odessa; daughter, Suzanne and her husband James Kyle, of Ft. Worth; and daughter, Sandra Malone, of Midland; Five grandchildren, Kristine, Katherine, Kelly and Karolyne of Odessa and Mason, of Midland.

Doc was an avid golfer, bowler and card player. He was also involved with Toastmasters, Meals on Wheels, and served two years as a PTA President. He is a Texas Life Member; Member of A.A.P.G. and W.T.G.S.

We would like to recognize all the nursing staff on Hall 2 of the Mabee Unit at Manor Park for all your sincere concern and care for Doc over these past years. Special appreciation to James Meeks, Belinda Lee, Danielle & Lisa and to the nurses with Hospice of Midland this past month, for being so gentle with him and making him as comfortable as possible.

It was Doc's wishes to further medical research therefore his body has been donated to Texas Tech School of Medicine.

A Memorial Service has been scheduled for 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 28, 2007 at Bellview Baptist Church. Honorary Pallbearers will be Clayton Williams, Bernie Scott, Chuck Dougherty, John Robertson, Earl Allen and Vic Bartlett.

In lieu of flowers please send donations in honor of Doc to Hospice of Midland, 911 W. Texas, 79701, or Bellview Baptist Church, 1710 N. Big Spring, Midland, TX 79701.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.