Richard L.
Patrick ’40
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After a 37-year career, Richard Patrick retired in 1988 as a consulting engineer with W.E. Kutzschbach Company and Walton & Associates Consulting Engineers. Patrick has served Texas A&M students with an establishment of a President’s Endowed Scholarship and 12th Man Endowed Scholarship.
John H.
Parker ’43
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Houston, TX
John Parker retired after a 39-year career as a staff accountant for Exxon Company USA in Houston. His great grandfather, William A. Banks, served as a member of Texas A&M’s first faculty. Parker served in the European Theatre with the 8th Air Force in the latter stages of World War II.
Vola and Fred A.
Palmer ’59
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Godley, TX
Fred A. Palmer graduated with Bachelor of Science degrees in both Wildlife Science and Veterinary Science. In 1969 he earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. After holding associate veterinary positions in two small animal clinics, he owned and operated Brown Trail Animal Clinic in Bedford, Texas, for 21 years. He served as President of the Association of Former Students, as well as a member of the Executive Committee of the 12th Man Foundation. He presently is Chairman of the Development Council for the College of Veterinary Medicine.
I believe that my entire attitude, philosophy, ethic, sphere of friendships and business success is related to my being an Aggie.
Alejandro
Paez-Urquidi ’29
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Paez-Urquidi served as the Executive Director of the Comision Federal de Electricidad and is the founder and CEO of Alen, S.A. He also served as Governor of the State of Durango from 1968 to 1974 and founded and educational trust institution, Fundacion Durango in 1982. Paez-Urquidi was awarded the “Medalla Lazaro Cardenas” for contributions to the electrification of Mexico.
Melissa and Raymond P.
Padden, Jr. ’89
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Houston, TX
Perry Padden is the Global Supply and Global Manufacturing Planning Manager for ExxonMobil Chemical Company in Houston, Texas. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas A&M University in 1989 with a B.S. degree in chemical engineering.
Eugene C.
Owen ’42
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Eugene Owen graduated from Texas A&M in 1942 with a B.S. degree. He served as CEO of O&M Manufacturing Company in Houston, Texas, and retired in 1984. Owen was a member of Texas A&M’s Target 2000 Committee, and has also been a member of the Houston A&M Club since 1953.
Glenda and Douglas B.
Otten ’65
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Dallas, TX
Doug Otten is President of Nexon Petroleum U.S.A. in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Otten graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in petroleum engineering and is a registered professional engineer in the states of Texas and Louisiana. He joined Nexen Petroleum in 1977 and has held various positions within the company. He is currently a director on the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) Advisory Board, a member of the IPAA Offshore Committee, a board member of NOIA, a director on the Petroleum Engineering Advisory Board at Texas A&M University and a member of the Dallas Petroleum Club Board.
Texas A&M gave me an outstanding education as well as lessons on trust, loyalty, and integrity. I hope my support of The Association of Former Students will in some small way help to continue the programs to attract, educate, and develop our leaders of the future.
Gay and Gale
Oliver III ’60
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Houston, TX
Gale Oliver ’60 graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. Gale served in the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant at Fort Hood from 1961 to 1962. He went to work for Ingersoll Rand Equipment Sales in Houston in 1963, and from 1964 to 1975, he worked at Werlla Pump Sales. From 1975 to 2007, Gale served as president and CEO of Oliver Equipment Co. in Houston. During his tenure, OEC won top sales awards nationally for Sundstrand Pumps Compressors, as well as several other specialty pumps and equipment. Sundstrand is a division of United Technologies. Gale has served on several boards including, The Association of Former Students and the 12th Man Foundation, and as president of Lakeside Country Club. Gale and Gay reside in Houston and have two children, Kathy ’85 and Gale H. ’88.
Linda & Norman P. Oliver ’63 and Sharon Lou & Thomas B.
Oliver ’66
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Greenville, TX
The Oliver’s join their wives in making this donation in honor of their parents, Barney and Mary Oliver. Barney served as Greenville’s Postmaster for U.S. Postal Service and was a long time member Masonic Lodge. Mary graduated from Texas A&M Commerce in 1932 and served as a public school teacher. Always supportive, Barney and Mary encouraged their sons to attend Texas A&M and enjoyed any occasion to visit the campus. They have both taken pride in being Aggie parents.
Dr. Terrence A.
Oddson '65
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Little Rock, Arkansas
Dr. Terrence A. Oddson '65 Endowed Century Club Fund
Denise and Nolan A.
O'Neal ’82
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Bellaire, TX
Nolan O’ Neal graduated from Texas A&M in 1982 with a chemical engineering degree. He then received his Master from Tulane University. Upon graduation he took a job with Exxon and has since held various technical and operations positions. He currently is an operation manager for Exxon Mobil Production Company’s U.S. West organization.
Billie D.
O'Neal ’53
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Houston, TX
Billie O’Neal is a Consulting Petroleum Engineer. He retired from Exxon Company USA as Senior Engineering Advisor after a 33-year career. O’Neal is a member of the American Petroleum Institute and a Registered Engineer in the Texas.
Erle
Nye ’59
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Dallas, TX
Erle A. Nye ’59 is the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer for Texas Utilities Company (TXU Corp) in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Electrical Engineering, received a J.D. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1965, and a Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa from the Baylor College of Dentistry in 1996. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Regents for the Texas A&M University System as well as Chairman of the Electric Power Research Institute.
At A&M, I received a first-rate engineering education, but more significant was the concepts of service, commitment, duty, loyalty, and leadership that were ancillary to the experience. Texas A&M University has had a profoundly beneficial impact on my life. I owe the University a debt I can never repay. I have tried to be of assistance where I can. I understand the importance of The Association and I wanted to help.
Angelica Barriga and Rodger
Nutt '97
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Richardson, TX
Rodger Nutt graduated from Texas A&M in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in engineering technology. His Aggie connections opened up many opportunities and allowed him to foster a successful career in engineering.
He and his wife, Angelica, received many scholarships before attending their respective universities. This support was instrumental to the success that they both found and left a lasting impact on the couple. Additionally, they both now find themselves at companies that strive to support their local communities. The acts of generosity that they have both witnessed and been impacted by prompted the couple to provide the same opportunities for a new generation of students.
Jennifer and Kenneth Wade
Nowlin ’82
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Hillsboro, TX
Kenneth “Kennie” Nowlin ’82 graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in agricultural economics. As a third generation Aggie, Nowlin was no stranger to the rich history and traditions of the university and he learned the meaning of the Aggie Spirit at a very young age.
From Texas A&M, he began a long standing career in the banking industry. Nowlin joined Citizens National Bank in 1989 and remained with the institution for almost three decades. He currently serves as the Executive Vice President/CLO and acts as a board member.
Nowlin and his wife, Jennifer, have continued their Aggie legacy in a multitude of ways. One of their children, Anne Elizabeth, better known as “Liza,” is a member of the Class of 2010. The couple are also highly involved in the Hill County A&M Club and are heritage members of the Texas A&M Legacy Society. In the spirit of wanting to help future students and continue their service to the Aggie family, Jennifer and Kennie elected to become members of the Endowed Century Club.
John C.
Nobles ’54
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El Paso, TX
John Nobles was the owner of John Nobles Construction Company after serving as project manager for J.W. Bateson Co. in San Fransisco and district engineer for C.H. Leavell Co. He has served as President of the Southwestern Contractors Association, Director of the Sun Bowl Association, and received the El Paso People of Vision Award in 1979.
Jeanne H. and Michael R.
Niklasch ’84
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Saint Petersburg, FL
Michael R. Niklasch ’84 graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering. Upon graduation, he held various positions with numerous companies in Big Spring and throughout the United States. In 1992, Michael founded A&M Composites, L.P. He sold the company to Weatherford International in August 2005. Michael is an active member of the Howard County A&M Club, serving as past president.
The excellent education I received in the conservative environment of Aggieland helped to mold me into what I am today. The doors that my A&M degree opened were countless. It is important for me to give back to A&M because I would like A&M to continue its longstanding path of excellence in molding young men and women into educated and productive adults that society can, and is, proud of.
Karen and Ranzell
Nickelson, II ’67
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Fort Worth, TX
Neither Ranzell nor Frances attended Texas A&M, but they represent the culture of hard working, dedicated Americans who molded the lives of Aggies and the traditions of Texas A&M. They became staunch Aggie fans when their son, Ranzell Nickelson II ’67, attended Texas A&M, and they were very proud of the school and its tremendous growth and accomplishments. Their children and grandchildren continue to carry the Aggie Spirit by honoring them.
Murray W.
Newton ’75
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Southlake, TX
Murray W. Newton ’75 is executive vice president of Koll Development Company, a national commercial real estate development company in Dallas, Texas. Murray graduated from Texas A&M with a bachelor of science degree in Engineering Technology. Since graduation, he has held various construction and development management positions in the Dallas area. Murray has been Class Agent for the Class of 1975, since 1985. He has also served as administrator for the Class of 1975 Presidential Endowed Scholarship and the Class of 1975 Sul Ross Scholarship.
I believe the most significant impact from being an Aggie is that I made life-long friends at A&M, whose relationships I will always treasure. I recognize that Texas A&M is one of the most significant blocks in the foundation of who I am. As former students, I believe we are all duty-bound to give back to A&M so that our legacy is maintained and that the university will continue to grow in greatness. Making a commitment like this to Texas A&M was essential for something that I felt so strongly about.
John T.
Newcomb ’71
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Newport Beach, CA
John Newcomb served as Vice President of The Anden Group, a residential development construction company with divisions in Southern & Northern California, Chicago, New Jersey, Washington D.C., Florida, Arizona, London and Paris. He is on the President’s Council of the Building Industry Association.
Tracy and Bentley
Nettles ’85
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Wellborn, TX
Colonel Adrian B. “Bentley” Nettles earned his bachelor's degree in business management from Texas A&M University in 1985. He then obtained his Juris Doctor degree from South Texas College of Law. Colonel Nettles serves as the General Counsel for the Joint Force Headquarters Texas Army National Guard. He is the principal legal advisor to the Texas Adjutant General; his staff; subordinate commanders; and federal and state directorates within the Adjutant Generals Department, including but not limited to operational, military justice, administrative, civil, fiscal, environmental and contract law. He is the principal legal advisor for intelligent oversight, policy and regulation interpretation and assists with legislative affairs. Colonel Nettles is also the Designated Agency Ethics Official for the Texas National Guard. Bentley and his wife, Tracy, believed it was important to give back to Texas A&M through an Endowed Century Club gift to ensure that A&M continues to influence students around the world. Bentley and Tracy reside in Wellborn, Texas with their two children—Peter and Henry.