Troy Amos Gifford, Jr., 76 of Midland, passed away Monday, June 11, 2018. The family will accept guests from 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home in Midland with a Graveside Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Resthaven Memorial Park. A reception will follow the service from 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at The Branch at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home.Troy was born March 26, 1942 to Allie Ruedell Kennedy Gifford and Troy Amos Gifford. Troy was an accomplished pilot, distinguished Air Force Serviceman, and long-time Midland businessman, retiring from the City of Midland as Director of Finance. He was the father of Craig Elliott Gifford and Brian Douglas Gifford.Troy is survived by his son, Craig Gifford and Craig’s wife Sharon Gifford.Troy is preceded in death by his son, Brian Gifford.The family would like to express their gratitude towards Troy’s personal friends Angela Schemeyer and Kathleen Sullivan.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.,