Dean Rawls

Dean Rawls, 72, died Monday, May 15, 2017 in a local hospital. Private family services will be held at a later date.He was born July 2, 1944 in Big Spring, Texas and married Loyce Kay Burcham September 12, 1964 in Big Spring.Dean was a lifelong resident of Big Spring and had worked various jobs as a mechanic and in the oil field. He enjoyed fishing, camping and family gatherings.Survivors include his wife, Kay Rawls of Big Spring; two sons, Tommy Rawls and wife, Olivia, and Steven Clayton all of Big Spring; one daughter, Sherry Chandler of Louisiana; three brothers, David Rawls and Bobby Rawls both of Big Spring, and Harold Rawls of Houston; numerous grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents, J. W. and Mary Bell Rawls; two daughters, Dena Hawkins and Misty Clayton; three brothers, Wesley Rawls, Billy Rawls and Ricky Rawls; and one sister, Barbara Chandler.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,