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The family of W. Lee Vann was recognized at the Capitol in Austin for Vann’s devotion to his family, his work ethic, and his appreciation and support for agriculture. On hand to receive Vann’s lifetime service award were his wife, Faydell Vann, in front; and back row, from left, former Lampasas County AgriLife Extension Agent Curtis Thompson and family members Leslie Vann, Judy Vann Hail, Emmalen Phillips, Kleg Kennedy, Kirby Kennedy Phillips, Mike Hail, Joe Vann and Amy Vann. courtesy photo
W. Lee Vann was honored posthumously on Nov. 21, 2022 – Texas Agriculture Memorial Day – at the Texas Capitol.
One of 17 honored, Vann was remembered for his lifetime of service to agriculture. Throughout the years, he owned and operated Vann Livestock Company where he bought and sold cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, horses and farm equipment.
In addition, he was employed as an order buyer,…