Mr. Runnels was born July 2, 1933 in Lufkin, Texas, the son of the late Leona Ella Mae (Treadwell) and Jesse William Runnels, Jr. He passed away April 20, 2013 in a local nursing facility.
Mr. Runnels was a member of Herty Baptist Church. He served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed pencil drawing, reading, and playing with his Fox Terrier. He also enjoyed singing with a quartet from Herty Baptist Church. Mr. Runnels worked for IBM Software in marketing.
Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Terri Runnels of Lufkin; daughter and son-in-law, Jeri and Steve Spangler of Huntington; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Paul Bailey of Weatherford; step-daughter and husband, Robyn and Mario Guajardo of Dallas; step-son, Frank Ramsey of Dallas; and numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Runnels was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Patricia Risse Runnels; and second wife, Geraldine Lucille Davis Runnels.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. Runnel’s memory may be made to Winnie Berry Pet Adoption Center, 1102 N. John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901.
The family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. until service time Tuesday at Treadwell Cemetery.
Condolences may be offered at www.gipsonfuneralhome.com
Services have been placed in the trust of Gipson Funeral Home
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