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William “Raymond” Sessom, of San Angelo Tx passed peacefully in his home at the age of 85.
He was born in Sonora Tx to parents William Valentine and Roberta Mae Sessom of Ozona Tx. He grew up on a large West Texas ranch with siblings Jewell (Sessom) Tarvin & Patsy (Sessom) Glasscock. Where they raised sheep & cattle, and attended Reagan County High School. Upon graduation Raymond received an athletic scholarship to Tarleton State University where he participated in their sports program. In 1957 he wed Jackie Plumlee in Big Lake Tx. They went on to have 3 children. Sally Janelle (Sessom) McCarty, Jody Ray Sessom, Jason Scott Sessom. Raymond worked for Bordens Milk in Midland Tx where he retired after 32 years. After retirement, Raymond chose to help others by working in a local nursing home, Park Plaza, which brought him such joy socializing with residents and other staff for 18 years. Finally retiring fully at the age of 81.
He was an avid sportsman and hunting enthusiast. His ultimate joy in life was his children and grandchildren and participating in their activities. He spent many of his evenings with family and friends gathered around to listen to his stories. Other than his wonderful story telling. Raymond was a kind, gentle and faithful man that loved his family dearly. He was one of the good guys.
“grandpa tell me ‘bout the good ole days”
Raymond is survived by: wife Jackie Sessom of San Angelo Tx. Daughter Sally Janelle McCarty of San Angelo Tx. Son Jody Sessom and wife Carolyn of Palmer Ak. Grandchildren: Russell McCarty and wife Rebecca of Philomath Or. Robin Thompson and husband Brian of Corpus Christi Tx. Boaz Sessom of Palmer Ak. Noah sessom of Michigan. Lily sessom of Palmer Ak. Great grandchildren: Shawn Aranda of Eugene Or. Jace Carrera of Corvallis. Joel Carrera of Philomath Or. Jenna Thompson, Chase Thompson and Jett Thompson of Corpus Christi Tx. Sister: Jewell (Sessom) Tarvin of Perryton Tx. And many other loving family.
He is proceeded by: son Jason Sessom (37). Sister Patsy Ruth (37) father William Valentine (70) mother Roberta Mae (91) father in law Ralph Plumlee (76) mother in law Docia Plumlee (90).
Services will be held at Harper Funeral Home of San Angelo, Friday Feb. 24th at 2:00pm with a brief viewing immediately prior starting at 1:00pm. Officiating Raymond’s service is nephew Rev. Kelly Krieg of Houston Tx. Pallbearers include: Kody Krieg, Will Krieg, Ronnie Stevens, Seth Grenwelge, Tom Hamilton, Jim Evans.
Honorary Pallbearers are grandsons: Russell McCarty, Brian Thompson, Boaz Sessom, Noah Sessom, Shawn Aranda, Jace Carrera, Joel Carrera, Chase Thompson and Jett Thompson.