Junior Thedford

  Junior Thedford passed away July 26, 2010 at 8:00 p.m., after a lengthy illness. He was born in Pittsburg, Texas on June 15, 1926. We were blessed by his wit and wisdom for 84 years. Junior served our country in WWII as a member of the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theatre. He started his career as a grain purchasing agent with Ray Smyth Grain Company of Aledo, Texas. He retired after 37 years from Pilgrim Pride Industries of Pittsburg, Texas. He was also a successful cattleman, which was one of his greatest enjoyments. 

  Junior was preceded in death by his son, Rickey Thedford; parents, Rube and Gladys Thedford; sister, Mildred Austin; and brothers, Royce and Leon Thedford. 

  Survivors include his wife, Jena Mae Haddock Thedford; daughters, Sharon Stovall and husband, Bill, Janas Byrnes and husband, David, and Tracey Geron and husband, Robby; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Jeanette Harrel; brother, Charles Thedford; and many family and friends. 

  Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 30, 2010, at Annetta Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at the funeral home.