Robert "Mike" Michael Dedmon

Robert “Mike” Michael Dedmon, 64, of Pampa, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2020, in Pampa.

No services are scheduled at this time. Cremation and arrangements under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors.

Mike was born on May 29, 1955 in Pampa to Bob and Nita Ray Dedmon. Mike worked as a roughneck in the oilfield as well as in the retail business.  He was an avid reader, he enjoyed writing and had a blog, Top of Texas Gazette, and had many Facebook friends. He was interested in trivia, odd facts, researching information on the computer, and taking care of his pet cats.  He graduated from Miami High School in 1973, and briefly attended West Texas State University (West Texas A&M), and a vocational school.  Mike played on the last Class B, 8-man championship football team.  He enjoyed reminiscing about his high school days and discussing books, politics, and television shows he followed.

He was preceded in death by parents, Bob and Nita Dedmon; paternal grandparents, Stirling and Irene Dedmon; and maternal grandparents, John and Bonnie Ray.

He is survived by his sisters, Sharon Holland of Denton and Sandra Gilbert of Livingston; 3 uncles, Larry Ray and wife Lynn of Pampa, J. D. Ray of Nevada, and Lyle Sharp of Oklahoma; 2 nephews, Gary Holland and wife Kari and Brad Holland and wife Kelly; 2 nieces, Amanda Di Did and husband Rickey and Sarah Ege and husband Michael; 7 great-nieces, Kayla, Christina, Melissa, BreAnna, Addison, Eve, and Julia; 1 great-nephew, Alex; many cousins; and numerous friends.

Memorials may be made to the Lovett Memorial Library, 111 N. Houston St, Pampa, TX 79065.