Hi ... This is to let the DYESS group know about a DYESS death. Later on in the week, I will post the obit. Edmond L. Dyess (Ted Dyess) passed away this morning about 7AM in Odessa, Texas. He was 84 years old and had a wonderful, sharp mind till the end. He had cancer. He was my uncle... He was the son of J. B. (Jose) Dyess and Sarah Matilda SMITH Dyess The grandson of Edmond D. Dyess and Margaret Mathis Dyess The great Grandson of Thomas D. Dyess and Nancy Jenkins The great great Grandson of George W. Dyess The Great great great Grandson of John Dyess There will be two funeral services.... One will be in Odessa, Texas Wednesday at 11 AM..... If there are any relatives close to there that want to attend, the number to call is: 915-335-7907 They will then travel back to Louisiana, and there will be a wake in Alexandria on Thursday evening from 5 - 9 PM......and...the funeral will be Friday at 10AM in Alexandria.... The burial will be at Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery.... By the way... He had NO children... he was married to Anna WHITE Dyess, who is still living and her health is terrible... Any questions, please let me know!! thanks!!! kaite...