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Nancy Rowbotham Obituary
She was born April 30, 1930 in Springfield, Missouri to Harold Bryant and Nancy Forrester Bryant.
Nancy was a 1948 honor graduate of Polytechnic High School in Fort Worth, Texas. She married John Beverly on June 20, 1947 in Fort Worth, Texas and resided there until 1959 when the couple moved to Midland with Gulf Oil Company. He preceded her in death in 1983. She married Johnny Rowbotham on September 6, 1986. The couple volunteered at Terrace West Nursing Home during the six year stay of her mother-in-law, Marguerite Beverly. Nancy was an active member in the Chevron Retirees, former member of Alter Guild, "Wild Bunch"(a Sunday night small Bible study group), a member of St. Nichols Episcopal Church since 1959 where she was past treasurer and Christ Church of Midland since 2005.
Nancy is survived by her husband John A. Rowbotham; son, John Michael Beverly and wife Beth and their children Jesse, Kevin, Tom and Meghan, of Midland, Texas, Bryan Beverly and wife Cynde and their daughter Morgen, of Midland, Texas; daughter, Patty Merrifield and husband Tim and their daughters Cynthia Merrifield, of Spring, Texas and daughter Leigh Ann Watson and her children Monika, Bailey and Tyler of Abilene, Texas; sister, Dorothy Northrip, of St. Louis, Missouri; brother Michael Forrester Bryant and wife Tam, of Chesapeake, Virginia; step-children, Frank and wife Ginger Rowbotham, of Edmond, Oklahoma, step-granddaughter, Tina Killen and husband Chris and their children Declan and Garreck, of Australia, step-grandson Blain Rowbotham, of Edmond, Oklahoma; step-daughter Gloria Jean Newman and husband Jerry and their daughter Dana Day, of Midland, Texas.
A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 7, 2008 at Christ Church of Midland. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the "Wild Bunch" Sunday night small group, Bob Bledsoe, H.M. Walters, Gene Davis and Orahim Odisho.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Hospice of Midland, 911 W. Texas, Midland, Texas 79701, or the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. To place on-line condolences please visit www.mem.com.
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Sandra Malone
January 8, 2008
Nancy was a wonderful soul here on Earth. Johnny, I'm so glad that I met you and Nancy when y'all came to Manor Park. You and your family are in my prayers! We love you.
Sherrie Wilson
January 7, 2008
What a sweet, sweet lady. She will be missed. My prayers are with this precious family.
Joanna Ragan Lowder
January 7, 2008
Nancy was important figure in my life growing up. I'm sorry for our loss but I rejoice in Heaven's gain.
Joanna Ragan Lowder
January 6, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting Nancy when I was 6 years old when I first moved in next door. I drove her crazy climbing over the fence instead of coming to the door but she loved me anyway even when I broke the lamp over the table.She was quick with a smile and cookies. She was like a second Mom to me and I will always hold a special place in my heart for her.Nancy was such a strong Godly woman that I could look up to growing up.I'm sorry for our loss but I rejoice in Heaven's gain.
Roijean Tudor
January 6, 2008
Dear Johnny & family,
I am so very sorry for what you are going through. Know that I love you and am praying for you all.
What glorious reunions await us in Heaven!
Love, Roijean
Nancy Alkire
January 6, 2008
A grand and wonderful woman.
My prayers for Mr. Rowbotham and the family. God has this angel serving Him.
Steve Pierce
January 6, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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