Darby Downs, 78, of Odessa, died on Friday, February 27, 2009 at his residence. He was born on July 27, 1930 in Kansas City, Missouri to Isabelle Marie Darby & Harold R. Downs.Darby moved to Odessa with his family in 1947 where he began his career in the truck equipment manufacturing business. He fell inContinue Reading
Mary Keown
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My heart aches for you, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the children during this time of great sadness. May God be with you and bless and comfort each of you. Mary
Eric Keown
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My sympathies to the family I feel your loss and hope the good Lord will see you through this stressful time. Eric
Jim and Alice Watkins
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Melissa, We think often of the good times when Darby was at Watco. He brought much to the business with his friendly demeanor and warm personality. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Treasure all of those special memories of Darby and you will always have a smile on your face. Sincerely, Jim and Alice Watkins
Shellie Rodriguez Mendoza
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My heart filled sympathy goes out to Melissa and the family. I have known you guys since the "good ole days at St Mary's School". You and your family has always had that time to say hi in our busy life. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Kendall Manning
left a message on November 30, -0001:
I have a lot of good memories involving the entire Downs' family growing up in Odessa in the 1970's. I just wanted to offer our sympathy to the entire family and wish everyone the best during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Kendall & Betty Manning
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stephen Prichard
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My condolences go out to the Downs family thru this trying time. I knew the Downs family from kindergarden in St. Marys Catholic school way back then and the Downs family was always active in all the activities and functions. Rest in Peace
Ronald Prichard
left a message on November 30, -0001:
The Downs family was one of the greatest families of St. Marys Church and School. In thinking of Mr. Downs, I remember Spring Festivals and Sunday Masses. I recall Darby's "Official Duty" for the Spring Festival was to get the Beer Booth ready. Of course, there was always a lot of help there to assist (Gossett, Turner, Wilson, Clark, Mueller and on and on...). I also remember other families such as Pollards, Gordons, Coles, Fridays, McKnights, Donnellys, Emersons, Mooneys, and many, many more. Your family made a great contribution to developing not only St. Marys Church and School, but the City of Odessa and the characters of many of us kids to carry on your beliefs, morals and contributions to a better society. We pray for all of you in this time of grief for the loss of a great man, your husband and your father. He will always be remembered in high regard by the Prichard family, and it will bring smiles to us when remembering his life and the great people that made up that special group at St. Marys.
Tessa Morgan Hodges
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My thoughts and prayers are with the Downs' family during this time of loss. May God comfort you and surround you with His love.
Ann Hayes
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Melissa, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your children and grandchildren during this time of loss. Keep all your wonderful memories of Darby in your heart...take them out occasionally to share with others and celebrate his life! Love, Ann
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Mary Keown
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My heart aches for you, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the children during this time of great sadness. May God be with you and bless and comfort each of you. Mary
Eric Keown
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My sympathies to the family I feel your loss and hope the good Lord will see you through this stressful time. Eric
Jim and Alice Watkins
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Melissa, We think often of the good times when Darby was at Watco. He brought much to the business with his friendly demeanor and warm personality. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Treasure all of those special memories of Darby and you will always have a smile on your face. Sincerely, Jim and Alice Watkins
Shellie Rodriguez Mendoza
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My heart filled sympathy goes out to Melissa and the family. I have known you guys since the "good ole days at St Mary's School". You and your family has always had that time to say hi in our busy life. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Kendall Manning
left a message on November 30, -0001:
I have a lot of good memories involving the entire Downs' family growing up in Odessa in the 1970's. I just wanted to offer our sympathy to the entire family and wish everyone the best during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Kendall & Betty Manning
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Stephen Prichard
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My condolences go out to the Downs family thru this trying time. I knew the Downs family from kindergarden in St. Marys Catholic school way back then and the Downs family was always active in all the activities and functions. Rest in Peace
Ronald Prichard
left a message on November 30, -0001:
The Downs family was one of the greatest families of St. Marys Church and School. In thinking of Mr. Downs, I remember Spring Festivals and Sunday Masses. I recall Darby's "Official Duty" for the Spring Festival was to get the Beer Booth ready. Of course, there was always a lot of help there to assist (Gossett, Turner, Wilson, Clark, Mueller and on and on...). I also remember other families such as Pollards, Gordons, Coles, Fridays, McKnights, Donnellys, Emersons, Mooneys, and many, many more. Your family made a great contribution to developing not only St. Marys Church and School, but the City of Odessa and the characters of many of us kids to carry on your beliefs, morals and contributions to a better society. We pray for all of you in this time of grief for the loss of a great man, your husband and your father. He will always be remembered in high regard by the Prichard family, and it will bring smiles to us when remembering his life and the great people that made up that special group at St. Marys.
Tessa Morgan Hodges
left a message on November 30, -0001:
My thoughts and prayers are with the Downs' family during this time of loss. May God comfort you and surround you with His love.
Ann Hayes
left a message on November 30, -0001:
Melissa, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your children and grandchildren during this time of loss. Keep all your wonderful memories of Darby in your heart...take them out occasionally to share with others and celebrate his life! Love, Ann
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