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Wilma Nell Barrington

January 1, 1900 - October 13, 2007
Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Tuesday 10/16, 1:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Monday 10/15, 11:13 am

Wilma Nell Cathey Barrington passed from this earthly life Saturday, October 13, 2007. Wilma Nell was born on May 15, 1925 in Lenorah, TX. She graduated from Stanton High School. She married James Elvis Barrington on March 7, 1946. They moved to Midland in 1952.She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, her parents, George & Lillie Shackleford Cathey, brothers Friou and Luke Cathey; sisters Lurline Gregg, Betty Jo White and Billie Jean.Wilma Nell is survived by sons, James Barrington, Jr. of Denton, Gary Barrington of Goodlettsville, TN, Troy Barrington and wife Martha of Lawn, TX; daughters Cathie Barrington of Grand Prairie and Deborah Stephens and husband Audie of Midland; 12 grandchildren; her brother, Wesley Cathey and wife Maye of Boerne, TX, sister-in-law Susan Cathey of Abilene, TX, sister-in-law Ruby Mariner of Amarillo, brother-in-law, Tillman Barrington and wife Belva of Belton and many loving nieces and nephews.Wilma Nell was a devoted mother, and actively supported her husband in his ministry and volunteer activities. Wilma was a faithful member of the Midland Primitive Baptist Church. Along with her husband, she helped establish the Harmony Plains Singing School and served for 32 years as office manager, newsletter editor and printer, made loads of cookies and served joyously wherever she was needed. She was a supporter, member and officer of the Lioness 500 club, a division of the West Side Lions Club. She was a volunteer on the Shepherd's Staff at Midland Memorial Hospital and gave numerous volunteer hours to Midland Public Schools, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, local nursing homes and Midland Association for Retarded Citizens. The family wishes to thank the employees and volunteers of both Home Hospice and Mabee Health Care for the loving care of their mother.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at the Midland Primitive Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Midland. The family will receive friends at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home, 3800 N. Big Spring St. from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 15, 2007.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to: Midland Primitive Baptist Church, c/o Bob Drummond, 1808 W Loop 250 N, Apt. 2103, Midland, TX 79705-1514, Harmony Plains Singing School c/o 4811 15th St., Lubbock, TX 79416-5617 or Home Hospice, 901 W Missouri, Midland, TX 79701.,

Service
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Tuesday 10/16, 1:00 pm
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home
3800 N. Big Spring St
Midland, Texas 79705
Map
Monday 10/15, 11:13 am

Wilma Nell Cathey Barrington passed from this earthly life Saturday, October 13, 2007. Wilma Nell was born on May 15, 1925 in Lenorah, TX. She graduated from Stanton High School. She married James Elvis Barrington on March 7, 1946. They moved to Midland in 1952.She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years,Continue Reading

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Danna Seerey left a message on November 30, -0001:
Debbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. As we all know she is in better hands. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you , Danna
Herman Wheeler left a message on November 30, -0001:
Cathie: I was so sorry to hear of your mothers death. My prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy and Tom Taylor left a message on November 30, -0001:
Dear Ones, May the Lord Bless you over the coming days with precious memories of your loving Mother and Grandmother. We count it a special blessing to have known Sister B for so many years and to have witnessed her Christian example of being a help mate to your father. Sister B will be remembered for many reasons, among them being her labors at Harmony Plains and her dedication to work in the Kingdom of God. You are all in our prayers and hearts.
Linda Whitlow left a message on November 30, -0001:
Debbie and Family, May your Mom rest peacefully in the best hand there is and may God wrap his loving, tender arms around each of you individually and as a loving family.
Tasha Deerfield left a message on November 30, -0001:
You all are in my prayers. May the greatest comforter of all hold you in the palm of His hand as you go through this sad time. God bless.
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Michele Allen left a message on November 30, -0001:
Dearest Debbie and family, You are ALL in my thoughts and prayers. Now your mom is with Jesus and feasting on the wonder of Him. What a blessed lady!!! I know how much you will miss her----lean on us, we love you. With love thru Jesus, Michele
Stephanie Cook left a message on November 30, -0001:
Debbie and family, All of you are in my prayers. We know without a doubt that your mothers is Heaven living her life without pain and with complete serenity and happiness. Her life is an example for us all as she was His servant and lived her faith joyfully with a giving heart, soul and mind.
Sonja Cathey Williams left a message on November 30, -0001:
Aunt Nell - May you rest in peace with your Heavenly Father who surely sees you as the angel we have known. My thoughts and love are with the family and friends who will miss her presence.
Peggy Badlato and Steve Bales left a message on November 30, -0001:
Cathie, James, Troy, Deborah, and Gary - We know how much you will miss your mom. You and your families are in our prayers.
Bill & Jean Barter left a message on November 30, -0001:
Our thoughts are with Cathie and her family.
Mrs John Conley (Debbie) left a message on November 30, -0001:
Pastors' wives make SO MANY mistakes over the years....but having Sister Barrington to observe "saved" me from so many. No one supported her husband and family more than she did for SO MANY years and so many situations. Like the Lord said of another "sacrificing woman" Mark 14:8 She hath done what she could: most of us only do what little we have to ...to get by....but here are some women that did all that they could. And it is a memorial after them!
Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
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