Gene Van Huss, 81, of Midland passed away on Friday, August 14, 2009 at Midland Memorial Hospice.Gene was born on July 25, 1928 in Brownwood to James and Viola Houser Van Huss. He married his wife of 61 years, Anella Wilson Van Huss, on April 17, 1948 in Brownwood.Gene was a veteran of the US Army who served in Korea and he retired as an Inspector for the Texas Highway Department. He was a 53-year member of the Westside Church of Christ where he served as a Deacon for several years. He loved singing in church. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his grandchildren. He liked to stay busy, enjoyed fishing and had a great sense of humor. Gene his survived by his wife, Anella Van Huss of Midland, his son, Robert Lynn Van Huss of Midland. his sister, Margie Dodd of Waco, his grandson, Brandon Van Huss of Dayton, Washington, his granddaughter, Dee Van Huss of San Antonio, his granddaughter, Kayla Medrano of Midland and numerous nieces and nephews.Gene is preceded by his parents, James and Viola Van Huss.Funeral Services will be Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Nalley-Pickle and Welch Chapel with Mike Vesta officiating.,