Frances Stickney

Francis Stickney passed away in Midland on April 30, 1998. He was a 25-year member of the Southern Texas Archaeological Association, a member of the Midland Archeological Society, past president of the Texas Archeological Society and a Master Mason. He was born in Midland on December 23, 1927. He is survived by his wife Teddy Lou Stickney, two sons, Burt L. Stickney and James S. Stickney, two daughters, Beverly A. Gordon and Deborah L. Allard, and one brother, Billy Joe Stickney. He had seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Francis was a patient and thoughtful man, always willing to help a newcomer to archaeology. His infectious enthusiasm inspired everyone around him. He worked with his wife, Teddy Lou, to lead the Texas Archeological Society's Rock Art Recording Task Force through numerous field expeditions in the lower Pecos. He also worked extensively in West Texas and New Mexico. Francis always had time to offer his full knowledge, resources, ideas and encouragement anytime someone needed help either in the field or on the phone.

Francis will be missed by all who knew or worked with him. He had the capacity to touch the lives of all those around him in a positive manner, from his impish grin to his famous buffalo burgers he prepared for the Rock Art Recorders at the pot luck suppers during the field trips.