Don Charles Short

Don Charles Short, 58, of Odessa went to be with his Heavenly Father Tuesday, November 4, 2014. He was born November 23, 1955 in Odessa to Clyde Clem & Flow (Dial) Short. He attended Alamo Elementary, Bowie Junior High and graduated from Odessa High School in 1974. He married his true love Rhonda Ledbetter on June 10, 1978. Don owned and operated Meter Service and Supply Inc. where he met and told others about Jesus. He was a Deacon at First Baptist Church. He enjoyed volunteering for his daughters’ activities such as the Bowie Junior High and Odessa High Band Boosters as well as different activities at First Baptist Church Odessa. He loved playing with his grandchildren, Cameron and Kayleigh. He also enjoyed all of his animals. He was a proud supporter and fan of Texas Tech athletics and music.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Flo & Clyde Short, and many aunts, uncles & cousins. He is survived by his wife Rhonda Ledbetter Short, his daughter, Kimberley Short Skinner & son-in-law, Travis Skinner, daughter, Donica Short, & grandchildren, Cameron & Kayleigh Skinner.

In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Home Hospice or First Baptist Church Missions.

Family will receive visitors from 6 to 8 pm Thursday, November 6, 2014 at Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Friday, November 7, 2014 at First Baptist Church with Dr. Byron McWilliams officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.