R. C. Langford

R. C. Langford, 92, of Rule, TX, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2022. A funeral service will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the Eastside Baptist Church, Haskell, TX. Burial will follow services at Willow Cemetery under the direction of Smith Family Funeral Homes. A visitation is planned from 6-7:00PM, Friday, July 8, 2022, at the funeral home, 304 N 2nd Street, Haskell, TX.

R. C. was born April 11, 1930, in Rockdale, TX, to Ruby (Baxter) and C. V. Langford, Sr. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, former Mayor of Rule, he served on the Board of Directors at Farmers National Bank, and was the owner of Langford Service Company for over 34 years. He enjoyed his farm and cattle.

He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Sisson of Rule; daughter-in-law, Gaynell Langford of Rule; brother, Harley Langford and spouse Opal of Haskell; sister, Margie Cardwell of Ft. Worth; 6 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruby and C. V. Langford, Sr; wife, Ruthie Nell Langford; son, Danny Langford; three brothers, Doyle Langford, Loyle Langford and Clinton Virgil Langford, Jr.

Memorials may be made in R. C.'s name to Kindred Hospice of Abilene and St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at www.smithfamilyfh.com.