Gerald Almand

Gerald Loyd Almand, a life-long resident of Ellis County, died at Baylor Medical Center on January 24, 2016 in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Almand was age 75 and passed peacefully while surrounded by numerous loving family members and a multitude of adoring friends.
Gerald Almand was born on June, 16, 1940 in Waxahachie, Texas and graduated from Waxahachie High School in 1958. He married Betty Sue Junkin in 1960 and pursued his lifes passion when he went to work training horses for Mr. James Kemp and Mr. Jack Newton.
Gerald was well known for his exceptional eye for fine horses and exceled in finding and training prospects for the bull dogging event. A highlight for Gerald came in the way of a horse he found and bought as a prospect named Little Blue. Gerald trained and sold Little Blue who ultimately went on to become PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Assoc.) Steer Wrestling Horse of the Year. Some other horses that stemmed from Geralds hands were; Red Man, Chick, Buzzy and Dick. Although Gerald loved all things rodeo, bull dogging was particularly close to his heart. A contestant of the event himself, he took great pride in passing on the tradition to others. In fact, his residence became a prominent location for numerous aspiring steer wrestlers over the years.
Mr. Almand is lovingly remembered as a true horseman and mentor to many. His passion for cattle, ranching and farming has been passed on to those who loved and treasured him. He is also remembered as a loyal friend and a well-respected elder of the Ellis County community. Most importantly however, Gerald is remembered as a loving husband and a cherished father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Mr. Almand is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years Betty Sue Almand of Palmer, Texas; sons Brian Almand and wife Erin of Palmer, Joey Almand and friend Sugar Kuhn of Athens; grandsons, Ryan Almand and wife Sarah, Aaron Caussey and wife Valerie, and Adam Caussey and fianc Annie Henning; great grandchildren, Tuff Almand, River Almand and Hauk Caussey; brother Joe Newton Almand and wife Pat; niece, Amelia Almand; nephew, Doyle Junkin and wife Patti; and ex-daughter-in-laws, Lanna Almand and Vonda Pelton.
Mr. Almand is preceded in death by his father Elmer Almand, mother Ruth Almand and granddaughter Amber Almand.
Services to celebrate his life is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 27, 2016 in the Pat Boze Memorial Chapel of Wayne Boze Funeral Home with Heath Sims, Pastor Wendell Ferguson and Pastor Bruce Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow at the Smith Cemetery in Palmer.
Visitation for family and friends will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at Wayne Boze Funeral Home.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Geralds esteemed life. The family would like to say thank you for the abundant condolences they have received. There has been so much comfort that has been found in knowing how many lives were touched by Gerald.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Geralds name to the Rockett Christian Church, 135 Maple Leaf Dr., Palmer, Texas 75152, or the First United Methodist Church of Palmer, FM 813, Palmer, Texas 75152.

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