James H. McMechan

James H. McMechan, 70, of Midland, died on Monday, October 15, 2007, in Midland. Private family services are planned at a later date.He was born on December 21, 1936, in Lamar, Missouri and married Linda Bream on March 5, 1999 in Hooker, Oklahoma.James proudly served 8 years in the United States Navy and had been a truck driver the last 30 years. He later worked for Wal-Mart, retiring due to his health. He was of the Protestant faith.Survivors include his wife, Linda McMechan of Midland; his children, Elaine Wray and husband Clark, of Watonga, Oklahoma, James McMechan and wife Tori, of Colorado, Liz Pollock and husband Tim, of Hooker, Oklahoma, Chet Oliphant and wife Jo, and Branden Oliphant, all of Liberal, Kansas; one brother, Gene McMechan of Amarillo; 12 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Gordon Goodwin; and one sister, Barbara Jean.The family suggests memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1132, Fairfax, Virginia 22038.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,