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MUTLIN, Joseph (a twin to Mary)

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-18 00:12:08Z

The death angewl called twice during the past week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Mutlen. On July 31, 1913, their son Joseph was called away. He was born on May 5, 1911. His remains were laid to rest at the Fairview Cemetery.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7AUG1913

MUTLEN, Mary ( a twin to Joseph)

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-18 00:08:21Z

The death angel called twice during the past week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Mutlen. On July 29, 1913, their daughter, Mary was called away. She was born on May 5, 1911. Her remains were laid to rest at the Fairview Cemetery.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7AUG1913

PULLUM, Joihn E.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-18 00:04:24Z

John E. Pullum, who has resided near Berlin since the early 90's, recently had an arm amputated. It is supposed that consumption set in, which caused his death on August 13, 1913. He was born November 11, 1853.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenbne, OK 14AUG1913

BREHM, Lynnell Powers

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-14 22:25:21Z

WRECK CLAIMS FOSS RESIDENT
The Oklahoma Highwsay Patrol reports a fatal collision involving two vehicles on June 6, 2013 at 10:52 pm on state Highway 34, 3 miles south of Hammon in Roger Mills County.
A 2008 GMC Pickup driven by Ross McCallay , 9 Hammon was disabled due to a previous accident and unoccupied in the southbound lane of Highway 34 when a 2010 Hyunda traveling south, driven by Lynnell Poweers Brehm, 68 of Foss struck the pickup. McCalley was transported by a personl vehicle to Elk City Hospital with arm injueries. He was treated and released.
Brehm expired during Air Evac tranport from trunk internal injuries. He was taken to Weatherford Hospitl. Two passseengers, Baylee Frederick, 13 of Canute and Tatum Rouse-Murphy, 14 of Burns Flat, were transported to Elk City Hospital, where they were treated and released.
The cause of the acccident is still under investigation.
The accident was investigated by Trooper Brandon Bussery and assisted by Lt. Steven Cornell, Trooper Matt Vilines, Roger Mills County Sheriff, Hammon EMS, Roger Mils EMS and Air Evac.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 13JUN2013

ASH, Charles (Chuck) Ray

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-14 16:01:16Z

Funeral services for Charles "Chuck" Ray Ash will be conducted Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. from the Hammon Community Church of Hammon with Stan Norman and Dolan Ivey officiating. Interment will be in the Red Star Cemetery under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Elk City.
Charles (Chuck) Ray Ash, born October 26, 1928 ended his journey on this earth on April 12, 2013 at his beloved home in Missouri surrounded by family and friends and his faithful companion, Rosie. Chuck was born in Clever, Mo to George William Ash and Laura Josephine Jones. Chuck was only two years old when his belovced Mother passed away. Chuck attended school through eighth grade. As a youngster, Chuck worked at Kincaid Shoeshine Parlor and also as an usher at the Gillioz Theater. He also worked at Big Chief Tablet in Sprinhgfield, MO before moving to Selma, California at the age of sixteen. Chuck lived with his sister and brother-in-law (Opal and Bill Alves). While in California, Chuck worked on planes at North America Aviation and then worked for Lockheed. Chuck met Arla Joy Dean while she was working at Honeywell in California. They married in Hammon, Oklahoma at Arla's childhood home on July 9, 1965. Two years later in 1967, they moved to Hammon, Oklahoma where they farmed and raised cattle. In 2002, Chuck wanted to go back to Missouri. They bought a beautiful farm close to Vernona, MO near where Chuck grew up and have been there for eleven years.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, George and Laura Ash, and Step Mother, Ruby Ash, also his two sons, Raymond and William, four brothers, Floyd, Clyde, Earl and Carl; two sisters, Opal and Faye. He is survived by his wife, Arla Ash; one sister, Gladys Gunn of Salina, California; one half sister, Eva Lou Morrison of Kimbetrling, MO and halff brother, Jerrfy Ash of Shell Knob, MO and speical nephews, Bobbie and Billy Alves of Salina, California; and one brother-in-law, Ron Yoxsimerr of Oklahoma City, OK; and numerous nieces and nephrews. An online registry is available at www.martinfhok.com
Daily Elk Citian, Elk City, OK 16APR2013

BURNS, Robert Lee

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-14 00:28:57Z

Robert Lee Burns was born on November 11, 1925, near Cheyenne, Oklahoma. His mother, Myrtle Burns died at his birth and Mrs. Ida Combs of Cheyenne took him and cared for him until he was about 9 months of age. Then Mrs. J.E. Vincent and family took him into their home where he was reared to young manhood and was regarded by them as a member of their family. His father, Matthew F. Burns, died in 1944.
At the age of 12 years, Bob, as he was familarly known, gave his heart to God and joined the First Baptist Church of Cheyenne, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Burns, of Pocatelio, Idaho and five brothers, John J. of Reydon, Taylor of Indianapolis, Indiana and Francis, George and Wayne of Los Angeles. He passed away on May 9, 1951, in the Pocatello, Idaho General Hospital at the age of 25 years, 5 months and 29 days.
"The loved and loving son, brother and friend died before manhood's morning touched noon, and while the shadows still wered failing toward he west. He had not passed on Life's highway the stone that marks the highest point; but being weary for a moment, he lay down by thed wayside and using his burden for a pillow fell into that dreamless sleep that kisses down his eyelids still. While yet in love with life and raptured with the world he passed to silence and pathetic dust. Yet, after all, it may be best, just in the happiestr sunniest hour of all, the voyage, while eager winds are kissing every sail, to dash against the seen rock, and in an instant hear the billows roar over a sunken ship."
"He added to the sum of humand joy, and were everyone to whome he did some loving service to bring a blossom to his grave, he would sleep beneath wilderness of flowers."
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 15MAY1951

TEDROWE, Mrs. C.W.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-14 00:07:47Z

Last Thursday, July 10, 1913, Mrs. C.W. Tedrdowe of Elk City, died at the hospital in that city after an operation. She had been in poor health for some time and an operation was the only hope for her recovery and it proved useless.
Mrs. Tedrowe was the wife of Dr. C.W. Tedrowe, who was at one time a practicing physician of this city, but now resides in Elk City. While they lived in this city, they made many friends who are deeply grieved to learn of her untimely demise.
She leaves to mourn her death a husband, who was at her bedside when life departed from her. a son was in Indianapolis, Indiana, a mother who lives in Blackwell, Oklahoma, a sister, Mrs. DeLano, who resides in Chicago, Illinois and a sister, Mrs. G.H. Wallace of this city. The remains where shipped to Indianapolis, Indiana, her former home for interment.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 17JUL1913

CONRAD, J.W.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-13 23:00:00Z

Died at his home at Rankin last Tuesday afternoon, July 15, 1913, J.W. Conrad one of the most respected and substatial farmers of that neighborhood.
Mr. Conrad had been in poor health for a long time and gradually got weaker until the end came.
He was a man who deserved and commanded the respect and love of his family and of all who knew him. He was a devoted husband and father. He was a men that united sound sense with strong conviction, and a candid butg outspoken temper, eminently fifting to mould the rude elements of pioneer society into form and consistancy and aid in raising a high standard of citizenship in our young and growing state.
Cheyenner Star, Cheyenne, OK 17JUL1913

BURNS, Dr. M.F. 1850-1944

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-13 22:41:55Z

M.F. Burns died Monday evening, January 17, 1944 at his home in Reydon. He was for many years veterinary doctor and the oldest resident - 94 years old.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 20JAN1944

Re: Vaughan Mary Cathern Amrine

stephz4025 — 2013-06-13 05:04:45Z

I am trying to find more information on John Eubanks, Inez Iowa's second husband they are the parents of my grandmother. Betty Maxine Eubanks Married name (Welch). If you have any information I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you so much!

SPARKS, Mrs.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-11 01:40:52Z

Last Saturday morning, July 5, 1913, while Mrs. Sparks, who lives near old Texmo, was caring for some of here chickins, a bolt of lightening struck her, producing death instantly. Mr. Sparks and daughter were absent from the home at the time, they being on the road from Cheyenne where Miss Sparks had been attending Normal Teachers Institute.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 10JUL1913

JONES, Bertha May Brant

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-11 01:36:05Z

Jones, Bertha May (Brant) Born May 1883 - September 19, 1932
Mrs. Oscar Jones, 50 years old, who resided nine miles northwest of Strong City on the old Bert Welty farm, committed suicidce Tuesday evening by hanging self in garden to limb of apple tree with a trace chain.
Bertha Jones was in Cheyenne las Saturday circulating a petition asking a pardon of her son, Ray, who is serving a term in the penitentiary. Mrs. Jones told friends in Cheyenne that she and her family were in destitute circumstances and that she needed Ray to help make a living for the family. Her husband is an invalid, suffering from paralysis. There are four children at home ranging from 17 to about 6 years of age.
Mrs. Jones told the children she was going to the garden after vegetables, taking a bucket from the kitchen. She then went into anothder room and secured a tablet and a pencil and went to the garden, but instead of gathering vegetables she wrote two notes, one to the children and the other a business note, giving directions as to how she wanted business affairs managed. After she hads written the notes she placed a trace chain around her neck and fastened the other end around a limb of an apple tree and thus suspendedd her body from the tree. After a while the family became alarmed by her prolonged absence and Mr. Jones went to look for her. He foud her body hanging and at once notified H.V. Jobe, Deputy Sheriff at Strongh City who called Co. Attorney mouser, who dierected Mr. Jobe to takde Justice of the Peace J.P. Johnson to the Jones home to hold an inqueszt. Mrs. Jones carried a thousand dollars insurance.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 09SEP1932

FERRELL,Fred Fauna

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-11 01:12:45Z

Fred Fauna Farrell was born December 15, 1930 near Leedey, Oklahoma and passed away at the age of 82 on May 29, 2013. He attended school at Rhea and Leedey, and then went to Oklahoma Barber College and Oklahoma Christian College.
Fred married Frances Jean Sherwood of Hammon, Oklahoma on May 30, 1953. They made their home southeast of Leedey on the family farm. In 1955 they moved to Oklahoma City where Fred wen to Oklahoma Christian College and worked as a barber. In 1960 they moved to Elk City, Oklahoma where he continued working for fifteen years, most of which was at the Sixty-Six Barber Shop. He and hia wife Frances moved back to the family farm southeast of Leedey in 1975 where they have farmed since.
Fred was a member of the Church of Chist where he served as a Bible teacher, a song leader, a deacon and as an elder.
Fred is survived by his wife Frances; childred Teddy Ferrell and wife Debra of Leedey, Oklahoma and Amy and husbamd Arthur of Weatherford, Oklahoma; five granchildren, Scott Ferrell of Norman, Oklahoma, Sandra Latham of Hutto, Texasa, Emily Western of Elk City, Oklahoma, Sane Carman of Oklahom,a City, Oklahoma and Brett Carman of Weatherford, Oklahoma; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Farice Basler of Bonners, Idaho and Fincel Farris and husband Ira of Leedey, Oklahoma.
Fred is preceded in deatrh by his parents Eddie ands Annie (Graybill) Ferrell; four brothers, Felix, Floyd, Flyn and Fay; three sisters, Frady Holecomb, Festus Martin and Flavin Martin.
Funeral services were held on Saturday June 1, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Church of Christ, Leedey, Oklahoma with interment following in Thea Cemetery, Leedey, Oklahoma. Condolences may be made to the family view at shaw-funeralhome.net. Shaw Funeral Home of Leedey, Oklahoma.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenn, OK 6JUN2013

BARBER, Thomas Trenton "Trent"

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-07 00:47:17Z

Thomas Trenon Barber (Trent) passed away March 10, 2013, at home in Austin, Texas. Born November 15, 1972 in Clinton, OK. Trent grew up in Western Oklahoma and graduated high school from Piedmont, OK. In 1996, he graduated from Oklahoma State University's College of Engineering with a degree in Construction Management. Trent's professional career thrived in Austin, Texas, where his passion lead him to form CTB Construction Service with his close friend and business partner Curtis Tiller. Trent is survived in life by his wife Cristen Barber and his stepson Drew Seigeisr as well as his parents Tom and Lenore Barber of OK and Larry and Paula Waller of DC. His family includes his sister and her husban Kenya Barber and Nathan Aldrich of CA, Taylor Jones and his fiance Nikki Alberts, OK; stepbrothers Mark Waller, Bruce Waller and Jore Waller, TX; stepsisters Deborah Reynolds and Deanna Huff, OK. Trent is the grandson of the late Woodrowe & Opal Barber of Roll, OK and the late Johnny and Geneva Schatz of Kaw City, OK. Any free time away from his business was dedicated to spending time with his network of cousins and friends who he loved with all his big, honest and open heart. In lieu of flowers, remember the man through donations to the Trent Barber Memorial Fund, Oklahoma State Univeresity Foundation, P.O. Box 1749, Stillwater, OK 740761749 or online at www.osugiv ing.com by clicking Give Now ans the selecting "Memorial Fund" in the dropdown box and typing "Trent Barber Memorial Fund" in the comments section. Everyone who knew Trent knows he loved his Cowboys. Memorial events will be held on Thursday, March 14, in Austin, TX at the Remembrances continue on Saturday, March 16, at 121 a.m. at the home of Jim & Karen Barber in Roll, Ok followed directly by an evening get together at Packsaddlew Bar south of Arnett, OK. For more information on the memorial events, please feel free to call Kenya Barber at 310.866.0928
Austin American-Statesman, 14MAR2013

VanMeter, Kenzie Michelle & Heston Tyler

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-06 21:23:10Z

Family graveside services for Kenzie Michelle and Heston Tyler VanMeter were held in the Red Hill Cemetery with Rev. R.B. Mathis officiating under the direction of the Martin Funeral Home of Elk City.
Kenzie Michelle and Heston Tyler VanMeter were born May 31, 2013 at Elk City to Tyler and Conie (Dirickson) VanMeter and passed away the same day.
They were preceded in death by their grandfather, Leonard Dirickson and great grandcfathers, Lee Stephens and Clyde Botom.
Survivors include their parents Tyler and Connie VanMeter of Hammon, brother, Destry VanMeter of Hammon, maternal grandparents, Cathy and Richard Megli of Hammon, paternal grandparents, Lori and Allan Barnett of Cheyenne, Carl VanMeter of Canton, maternal great grandparents, Oscar and Sue Flick, Hammon, Don and Norman Dirickson of Elk City an paternal great grandmother, Nancy Bottom of Strong City and paternal great grandparents, Lue and Duane VanMeter of Canton, OK. An online registry is available @www.martinfhok.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne4, OK 6JUN2013

COOPER, J.C.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-06 01:27:43Z

J.C. Cooper died at his home six miles east of this city last Tuesday, June 17, 1913. Mr. Cooper had been in poor healh, for several years and his death was no surprise to his family and friends who best knew his condition.
Mr. Cooper had been a residentr od this county about fifteen years and in that time he had won the high esteem and friendship of all who had the pleasure to form his acquaintance. He was a man who commanded the love and respect of all who knew him.
He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Odd Fellow ans the Royal Arch Chapter of this city and was a true and faithful member, he was a regular attendance until a few years ago when he became paralyzed in the lower limbs.
He leaves a wife and three small children to mourn his death.
At all times under all circumstances he walked in the well beatened path od righteousnesa and when fully conscious he was nearing the last of earth, he appeard to be fully impressed with the idea that at the end of time, eternal began and that the bright faith which sustained hime during those trying hours of suffering would only grow beighter and brighter as he journeyed toward the Infinite and that the final gloom of death he dispelled by the radiance of Gold's love. Could all live the just and upright life J.C. Cooper lived, and die in his trusting faith, death could no longer be called "the King of Terrors." The remains were laid to rest in the Cheyenne Cemetery Tuesday afternoon. The Masonic Lodge conduted the burial ceremony.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 19JUN1913

McCLURE, John T.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-06 01:07:40Z

John T. McClure was born in Richlen County, Ohio April 10, 1834 and died at the home of his son, Curtis McClure at the ripe old age of seventy nine. He was the oldestr of a family of seven boys and one girl, four of whom are still living. Mrs. Sarah Porter of Kiel, Okla., S.A. McClure of Pratt, Kansas, W.P. McClure of Liberal, Kansas and J.W. McClure of Kingfisher, Okla. At the age of seven years he moved with his parents to Jackson, Illinoia, where he grew to manhood and after ten years of prospecting in the mountains he settled in Butler County, Kansas inb 1870. He moved to Kingfisher, Okla. in 1904 and in 1905 he moved to Durham, Day County, Okla. He was married to Miss Lucy McClean, August the 5th, 1876 and to them were born five children, four of whom have preceded him, leaving his widow and one son, Curtis McClure to mourn hiks loss.
Services were conducted by Elder J.T. Holland at the son's home. Words of consolation were spoken from Thes. 4 chapter anfd 6 verses. "For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again even so then also them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him, for this we say by the word of the Lord that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord, shall not prevent them which are asleep, for the Lord himself, shall descend from heaven with a shout and with the voice of the arhangel and with the trump of God and the dead in Christ shall rise first. (First, that is before, the living saints are changed from corruption ) Then we which are alive and remain, shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air, and so we shall ever be with the Lord. Wherefore comfort one another with these words." J.F. Holland, pastor. John T. died June 17, 1913 and is interred in the Durham, Fairview Cemetery.
Cheyenne Star, Chryen ne, OK 26JUN1913
{yes, it says J.T. in one place and J.F. in another} --I just typed it like it was in the paper.

MORRIKSETT, Isaac Richard

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-06 00:44:22Z

Isaac Richard Morrisett was born in Memphis, Tenn. January 8, 1869. He grew to manhood in this state and was married to Miss L. Verda Peterson.
To this union was born five children: Floyd, Wyatt, Newton, Guy and Myrtle. Surviving children are: Mrs. John F. Cates, Childress, Texas and Floyd Morrisett, Mercedes, Califoirnia. In the year of 1900 the mother of these children passed away. In 1902, he moved to Rogr Muills County, Okla. and filed on a homestead, there successfully engaging in farmin for many years.
On November 26, 1922, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Myrtle Rowley. They moved to Crawford where they have since been engaged in the general merchandise business. He has been failing in health for several months and on February 12, 1944, he departedc this life at the age of 75 years, one month and four days.
Having been an early pioneer of this country, he has made many friends who respected him highly.
Besides his two children previously mentioned he leaves to mourn his passing his wife: Myrtle, three stepchildren, Mrs. Cecil Nail, Earl Rowley and Chester Rowley, nine grandchildren, three brothers and many friends.
Rev. Mrs. Oyer, pastor at the First Spiritual Church of Oklahoma City officiated at the funeral services Monday afternoon. Burial was in the Silen Home cemetery under the direction of the Tunnard Funeral Home.
Cheyenn SZtar, Cheyenne, OK FEB1944

HATLEY, William Thomas

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-05 22:55:21Z

William Thomas Hatley was born December 2, 1881 in Harper County, Texas and departed this life January 24, 1944 at the age of 62 years, one month and 22 daya. He came to Roger Mills County and was married to Miss Jessie McReynolds March 31, 1903 and to this union were born six children. In 1941 he went to San Diego, California, where he married Miss Della Fugate and one child was born to this union. He leaves to mourn his passing, besides his widow, six daughters and one son: Mrs. Obera Goodwin of Durham; Mrs. Leah Hathaway and Mrs. Louise Nichols of Amarillo, Texas; Mrs. Bertha Brock of El Reno, OK; Mrs. Valera Corneilson of Corpus Christi, Texas; Mary Frances Hatley of San Disgo, Calif. His son, Grady Hatley of he U.S. Navy, is somewhere in the South West Pacfic. Two grandsons, Jack Parsons and Jim Hughes are also in the U.S. Navy.
Five other grandsons and one granddaughter survive. The parents and one brother, Jim preceded him. Six sisters and three brothers survive. They are: Mrs. W.R. Sparks of Amarillo, Texas; Mrs. L.W. Trent of Hammon, Oklahoma; Mrs. Belle Hughes of Higgins, Texas; Mrs. Henry Porter of Durham, Oklahoma; Mrs. Ethel Reiger of Harper, Texas; Mrs. Frank Smith of Robert Lee, Texas; Walter Hatley of Pearce, Arizona; Henry Hatley of Crawford, Oklahoma; and El Hatley of Robert Lee, Texas an a host of other relatives and friends.
Mr. Hatley died of a heart azttack. He had worked at his job with the Consolidated Aircraft Corp. the day he died.
Interment was in the Durham Cemetery Januarfy 31st after funerazl services in the school auditorium. A Wood of Wheeler, Texas, conducted the funeral.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK February 1944

KIRKLIN, Helen Marie Marshall

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-06-05 15:37:22Z

Helen Marie Kirklin, age 80, formerly of Amarillo, TX died Monday May 6, 2013 in Joplin, MO. Services will be at 1:00 pm Saturday at the Memorial Park Funeral Home Chapel of Memories, 6969 E. Interstate 40, Amarillo, TX. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetetry.
Helen was born June 18, 1932 in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, to James Tilden and Annabelle King Marshall. She was married to George Richard Kirlin on February 11, 1951 in Allison, TX. Helen graduated from Allison High School in Allison, TX and worked in Amarillo as a license cosmetologidst.
Helen was preceded in death by a sister Lillie
Mae Teague. Survivors include her son James Richard and Sarah of Oologah, OK; sister Betty Ann Henning and Ronald of Reydon, OK; brother James Tilden Marshall, Jr. and Cely of Joplin, MO; and John Wilfred Marshall and Jeanne of Platte City, MO; aunts Bessie and Bertha Honeycutt; nieces Deborah Cowan, Dianna Standiford, Denise Parman, Lola West, Audra and Courtney Marshall; nephews Sean and Aaron Marshall, Jimmy, Ron, and Steve Henning and numerous cousins.
The family thanks the many idividuals at Joplin's Spring River Christian Village who cared for Helen.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 16MAY2013

JOHNSON, J.H.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-29 18:25:32Z

On Decenber 28th Bro. J.H. Johnson, 2 1/2 miles North of Meridian, died and was buried December 29th at Mulberry Cemetery. Deceased was 75 years old. He had a stroke of paralysis sometime last year. He was born in Iowa, was an old and respected citizen, had belonged to the Christian Church for ten years. He leaves a son Arthur R. Johnson, here and two daughters i Texas.
Elk Citgy Daily News, Elk City, OK 30DEC1909

KOVAR, Cirill, Jr "Curly"

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-29 18:08:18Z

Cirill Jr. was born on January 20, 1927 in Strong City, OK to Cirill Matthew Sr. and Laurel May Kovar. He went to be with Jesus on March 25, 2013 at the age of 86 years. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1945 where he served proudly until his honorable discharge in 1947. Cirill married Gloria June Rice in Wheeler on July 16, 1949. She proceded him in death after 42 yers of marriage. He woked as a master electrician at C&J Electric, retiring on Fedbruary 1, 1999. Cirill was a faithful member of 58th Avenue Missionary Baptist Church.
Cirill is survived by 3 daughters, Lynn D. Escamilla, Julie D. Kovar and Michelle D. McArthur; son, Karl D. Kovar; 12 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.
He was peceded in death by his wife, Gloria June Kovar; half-brother, Wallace "Bud" Kovar; and half-sister Virgie Trent.
Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2013 at Cox Funeral Home Benton Chapel with Pastor Nathan Simmons officiating. Burial will be held Friday, March 29, 2013, 4:00 p.m. at Silent Home Cemetery in Roll, Oklahoma.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.coxfuneralhomeamarillo.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 28MAR2013

Re: Janeway, LaFayette

DJTracy63 — 2013-05-28 23:23:25Z

Mr. LaFayette Janeway was interred in the Barker Cemetery in Roger Mills County. In 1995 when a County Cemetery Book was published, there was no readable stone; we enter this info from the obituary of Mr. L. Janeway.

BARNARD, Ruth Evelyn Buffaloe

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-28 21:25:54Z

Ruth Evelyn (Buffaloe) Barnard was born on April 11, 1924 to Benjamin Emmett and Iona (Miller) Buffaloe in Maysville, OK. She passed away on January 30, 2013 at Bell Avenue Nursing Home in Elk City, Ok at the age of 88 years, 9 months and 19 days.
Ruth was the second oldest of four children. The Buffaloe family moved to Leedey from Maysvillre before Ruth's first birthday. She spent her entire childhood in the Leedey area, graduating from Leedey High School in 1941.
On July 22, 1943 she married Ashley Barnard at Hammon, OK. Three chiuldren were born to this union; Eddie, Daryl and Lyle. Daryl Keith was born in 1947, but only lived for one short day. Ruth and Ashley attended church at the iberty Centerf Baptist Church.
The family lived in Leedey twelve years before moving to Porterville, CA in 1955. While in California Ashley was the foreman of as potatoi harvesting crew. Ruth and the boys helped with harvesting. After four long years in California the family returned to Leedey.
In the following years Ruth worked at Tregor's in Woodward, she later worked at the north grocery store in Leedey while it was under at least four different owners. She also helped on the farm and occasionally drove the hay truck for the boys when needed, but it was pretty hard to get much hay stacked when you were on your knees.
Ruth sewed many a western shirt, keeping the entire family outfitted. She also enjoyed crocheting. All the grandkids had numerous pairs of crocheted house shoes. Genealogy was also a passion of Ruth's. She was always a kid at heart, never too busy for a story, a game of cards or a board game. If you came over she was always willing to "pour a little water in the soup pot"!
Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Ashley' infant son, Daryl Keith; her parents Emmett an Iona Buffaloe; two sisters and their husbands, Barbara and Bill Axton and Oleta and Edsel Price and one brother Troy Buffaloe. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Eddie and Mary Lou Barnard and Lyle and Judy Barnard of Leedey; one sister-in-law, Pauline Buffaloe of El Reno; five grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family requess donations be made to the Leredey Ambulance Service of Leedey Education Foundation at the Bank of the West of Leedey.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, February 3, 2013, 2:00 at New Herman Cemetery in Leedey, OK. Services arranged by Shaw Funeral Home, Leedey, Oklahoma.
Cheyenner Star, Cheyenne, OK 7FEB2013

GRAY, Alfred G.

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-28 20:35:19Z

Alfred G. Gray, a pioneer of Roger Mills County, but for the past four years a citizen of Darlington, OK and Superintendent of the Masonic Home at that place, sied at the home, last Saturday morning, August 22, 1915, at 1:30 o'clock of heart failure.
Alfred G. Gray was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on October 20, 1858. He was educated in the schools of Brooklyn, N.Y, Washingtonb, D.C. He came to Oklahoma to what is known as the Cherokee Strip in 1881. At the opening of the Cheyenne-Arapaho countrry in 1892, he maded the run to the government county seat of Cheyenne. Mr. Gray was honored by the people of this county, in that he was elected to the offfice of Register of Deeds, which office he held for twelve years and was considered one of the most conpetent men ever holding office in this county.
He was married to Miss Margaret Townsends in this city, 1895 and to this union were born two children: Madge and Emily. Emily died in infancy and Madge will make her home with relatives in New York State. His first wife died in 1900 and is buried in the Cheyenne Cemetery beside her infant daughter, Emily.
In 1905 Mr. Gray married Miss Gertrude Reynolds of this county and to this union were born five children; Alfred and John, who died in infancy and thosze living are: William, Donald and Gertrude. Mrs. Gertrude Gray has always been a bright star in the home circle and a great help to Mr. Gray in his labors and at the Masonic home.
Mr. Gray was a man of generous impulses and never forgoty ythe hospitable ways of the pioneer. The strnager never failed to find food and shelter if he sought it at the hands of Alfred Gray. He has filled the vcarious relations of life and filled them well. Who can do more?
But he is gone! Another name is stricken from the ever lessening roll of our old settlers. He was a man who united sound sense with streong concictions and a candid, outspoken temper, eminently fitted to mould the rude elements of pioneer society into form and consistency and aid in raising a high standard of citizenship in our new state. Mr. Gray has been Past High Priest of the Masonic Chapter, Past Tri lll Master of Cheyenne Council, Past Eminent Commander of Elk City Commandery and Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge of Oklahoma.
Interment was made Monday afternoon in the Cheyenne cemetery. The Madsonic Lodge of this place administered the burial rites, which were sacred and impressive. Officers of the grand Lodge accompanied the body from Darlington to its last resting place in the Cheyenne Cemetetry. An unusal long procession followed the funeral car to our silent city. At the open grave we say "farewell", May God's purest angel guard his slumbers.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 26AUG1915

CARDWELL, Melvin Roy

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-28 19:34:12Z

Melvin Rou Cardwell, age 82 of Dodson died Sunday, May 26, 2013 in Amarillo. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at the Dodson Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Al Mixon, pastor officiating. Burial will be in Dodson Cemetery by Adams Funeral Home. Pallbearers are Justin Cardwell, Cade Klink, Brodie Klink, Tom Hames, Hayes Hurst, Tommy Hightower, John Hightower and Jon Beanland. Melvin was born on Sepember 30, 1930 in Sayre, OK to William and Elizabeth Willingham Cardwell. He graduated from Pottsboro High Schoiol, attained his BS Degree from North Texas University and received his Masters Degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. He married Wanda Hightower on January 30, 1959 in Amarillo, Texas. He taught business classes in Pampa, moved to Wellington in 1974 as the high school principal and later became the elementary principla in 1990, he became the principal for the Reydon, Oklahoma schools. He retired in 2000 and continued farming and ranching.
Melvin served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda Cardwell of Dodson; his son Roy Cardwell of Oilton, OK; a daughter Renressa Klink and her husband Mark of Dodson; two sisters Nelladean Green of Grapevine and Mary Frances Gravette of Whitesboro; ten grandchildren Jessica Murphy and Dillion, Daniel Cardwell and Amanda, Stefanie Casey and Vince, Justin Cardwell, Kadie Cardwell, Brian Cardwell, Gage Cardwell, Cade Klink, Brodie klink and Mikala Klink; and five great grandchildrewn Presley Murphy, Israel and Drake Casey and Journey and Dooley Cardwell. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers and three sisters. The family suggests that memorialds be maded to the Melvin Cardwell Memorial Scholsatship, 606 l5th St., Wellington, TX 79095.
Wellington Newspaper via Facebook 27MAY2013

BAKER, Norma Lee Tuck

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-28 18:18:58Z

Norma Lee (Tuck) Bailey was born on April 13, 1924 in Camargo, Oklahoma to Roy D. Tuck and Nellie (Risley) Tuck. She joined our Lord on February 27, 2013 at the age of 88.
Norma grew up in the Teepee Creek area, east of Camargo, Oklahoma. She attended school at Camargo until her senior year 1942 and graduated from Leedey High School. On June 21, 1941, Norma martried Milo A. Baker at Woodward, Oklahoma.
The couple was blessed with the bith of their two daughters, Janeva Kay and Nelda Marie. They made their home in several locations including Camargo, El Reno, Oklahoma, Mulvane, Kansas, and Altus, Oklahom before returning to what they knew as home (Camargo, Oklahoma) where they resided the past 48 years.
Norma was baptized April 2, 1961 and was a lifetime member of the Camargo Christian Church. Norma was preceded in deatrh by her husband Milo A. Baker, parents, Roy Tuck and Nellie Zelle, two sisters, Daisy Bishop and Violet Brown and a brother Keith Tuck.
She is survived by two dauhters Janeva Kay Newell and husband Larry of Bethany, Oklahoma and Nelda Marie Woodward and husband Jerry of Clarendon, Texas; grandchildren Tarina Woodard of Lewisville, Texas, Lance Newell and wife Christy of Yukoin, Oklahoma; Caden Woodward of Levelland, Texas; brothers, Ben Zelle and wife Lamona, Donnier Tuck, Joe Tuck, and Leroy Tuck, several nieces, nephews, other familyt members and a host of friends.
We would like to extend our appreciation for the kindness that was shown to our mother by the Elk City Hospital and ER, Elkwood Assisted Living Staff, Dr. Jamie Gore and Staff, an Faith Hospice.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, address is P.O. Box 45, Camargo, Oklahoma 73835 or to the South Canadian neighbors Association, address is P.O. Box 38, Camargo, Oklahoma 73835.
Funeral services were held on Sundaay March 3, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at the First Chrstian Church Camargo, Oklahoma with interment following in Camargo Cemetery, Camargo, Oklahoma. Condolenceds may be made to the family at shawfuneralhome.net
Cheyenne Star., Cheyenne, OK 7MAR2013

SADLER, Ressie Eileen Springer

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-28 17:48:56Z

Ressie Eileen Sadler was born March 23, 1937 in Roll, Oklahoma to Cora Mary Mae and Scott Pierce Springer. God called her home on February 24, 2013 in Elk City, Oklahoma at the age of 75 years, 11 months and 1 day.
Rerssie graduated from Crawford High School in 1955. She married Wayne Leo Sadler in Clovis, New Mexico on January 15, 1956 and they lived a short time in Perryton, Texas, Yakima, Washington and Oklahoma City, Oklahomsa before making their home in Redmond, Washington. Ressie was a homemaker and mother to her children while Wayne worked in the pipeline construction business. In 1970, they moved the family back to Oklaholma and madew their home in Roger Mills County. Ressie owned and operated Sadletr Grocery and operated the Hilltop Cafe in Reydon for many years while also working for the United States Postal Service. Ressie was an avid fan of all sports. Her greatest love was her grandchild, great grandchildren and Magnolia Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and 3 sisters, Sylvia Cagle, Carolyn Sims and Dora Hammond, a stepson, Danny Sadler, and a great granddaughter, Maci Sadler.
She is Survived by her son, Lynn Sadler and wife, Katherine, Gardendale, TX; 2 daughters, Susan Blythe and husband, John, Redland, CA, Janice Bailey and mate, Craig Marks, San Bernadino, CA; 1 sister, Mae Sue Bright, Roll, OK; 3 brotherds, Lloyd Springer, Waco, TX; Pete Springeer, Bothell, WA, Willie Springer, Roll, OK; 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren, and a host of other family and friends.
Services will be held March 3, 2013 at 2:30 pm at Craword School Gymnasium officiated by Dale Westnbrook. Burial will be at lent Home Cemetery under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7MAR2013

KERN, jJo Marilyn Clark

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-24 17:13:09Z

Jo Marilyn Kern, 80, of Sherwood passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2013. She was a member of the PEO, DAR, Red Hat Society, Red Cross, Mary Martha's, Bunko Group and was active in all Facets of Sylvan Hill Community Church. She will be remembered for the way she loved, the example she set and her ability to "pay it forard."
She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Connie Mack Kern; son, Roger Lee Kern (Debbie); daughter Robin Dee Gregory (Doug); grandchildren, Troy Gregory (Joy), Rebecca Gregory and Rachel Kern; great-grandchildren, Alysa, Kaden, Sam, Dean, Jada, and Iliana; god children, Sarah and Derek Keasthley, nieces and nephews, Diane Roper, Susan Hodge Banks, Clark Hodge; Chuck Geller and Mike Geller; and a host of close family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Edward and Delma Ruth Richardson; two sisters, Pat Hodger and Vee Alice Geller.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Sylvian Hills Community Church, 8019 Hwy 107, Sherwoodc, Arkansas 72120.
Funeral services were held Friday February 15 at Sylvan Hills Community Church. Burial was at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery.
Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home a Smith Family funera home. Online obituary and guest registry at www.SmihFamilyCare.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7MAE2013

BRAMLET, Mozelle Anne Norrell

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-24 00:37:53Z

Mozelle Anne Bramlett was born March 31, 1917 in Paris, Texas to Lillian Francis and Porter Douglas Norrell. She passed away March 1, 2013 at Sayre, Oklahoma at the age of 95 years, 11 months.
Mozelle grew up and attended school in the Bulo community. She was married to B.G. "Burge" Bramlett at Sayre, Oklahoma on January 4, 1967.
Mozelle and Burge remained in the Ssyre area where they made their home.
Mozelle worked at Hensley's Nursing Home and Sayre Memorial Hospital as a nurses aide for a number of years before retiring from the hospital in the late 70's. After retirement, she continued to be a care giver at a number of facilitizes. Mozelle was a member of the Sayre Baptist Church and also enjoyed trips to Branson, Missouri where she would go to see her favorite show, The Bald Knobbers. She also enjoyed the Sayre Bluegrass Festival, going on country drives and Sonic cherry Dr. Peppers. Mozelle was thought of as the best mother and grandmother that anyhone could ever ask for.
She was preceded in deatyh by her parents, husband, 1 daughter, Peggy JoAnn, 2 grandsons, Ronnie Dale Matlock and Devin Lance Lopez, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
She is surviuved by 3 daughters, Jeanie Matlock and husband, Dale, Amarillo, TX, Sharon Hesser and husband, George, Yukon, OK, Shery Hensley and husband Glen, Cheyenne, OK; 9 grandchildren, Sammy Dyer, Susie Lopez, Marty Dyer, Trisha Sadler, Brad Matlock, Brent Matlock, Jan Lowery, Jamir Hesser and Chad Hensley, 20 great grandchildren, 15 great great grandchildren, other family and many special friends that cared for her.
The family would like to send a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Hensley's Nursing Home.
Services will be held Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Sayre First Baptist Church officiated y Dennis Hooper and Ray Smart. Burial will be at Buffalo Cemetery under he direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service.
Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7MAR2013

GREER, Nesha Ann

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-23 23:31:58Z

Kanesha "Nesha" Ann Greer was born July 27, 2001 in Elk ciy, Oklahoma to Perisha Danielle and Kenneth Samuel Greer. She passed away March 3, 2013 at her home surrounded by her family at the age od 11 years, 7 months and 6 days.
She lived in Erick where she started to school before moving to Sweetwater. Nesha loved playing basketball, riding her 4-wheeler, listening to music and she was an avid reader. Nesha always had a smile on her face even when she was sick and hurting she was alwayas described as little "mother hen". Nesha was loved by everyone she came in contact with and after those around the country heard she wanted roses for Valentines Day, over 7,000 roses were delivered to her home giving her the best day ever. Nesha was an extraordinary big sister and was close with Jake and Buddy.
She was a member of the Sweetwater First Baptist Chuch.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, James Leroy Greer.
She is survived by her mother an step father, Perisha and CJ Hagerman, Sweetwater, OK; her father, Kenneth Greer, Sweetwater, OK; 1 sister, Jaidyn Greer, 1 brother Casen Hagerman, all of the home; grandparents, Debara Wallace, Sweetwatr, OK; Kervin and Kem Hill, Erick, OK; Loretta Greer, Erick, OK; Walter Perry, Sweetwater, OK; Leroy and Jackie Hagerman, Sayre, OK; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins as well as a host other relatives and friends including three speicial friends, Kinsey, Phil and Dub.
The family has requested that memorials be sent to the First American Bank of Erick, OK in care of Nesha Greer Schlarship Fund. The casket will be closed after the service and those wishing to pay their respects will need to visit at the funeral home. They also request those attending the servicre wear blue jeans and Team Nesha shirts.
Services will be held Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Sweetwater Gymnasium officiated by Charlie Floyd. Burial will be at Mayfield Cemetery under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service, Sayre.
Condoleces can be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 7MAR2013

KING, Helen Mae Robertson

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-23 22:54:20Z

Helen Mae King, daughter of Floyd W. and Audrey I. (Long) Robertson was born in Leedey, Oklahoma on September 23, 1936 and passed from this life in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 14, 2013 at the age of 76. Helen was raised in Leedey, Oklahoma attending Leedey Public Schools. She graduated from Leedey High School then attended two years of College in Virginia.
In 1965 Helen married Len King in Dallas, Texas. The couple made their home in Knotts Island, Virgia. They enjoyed observing wildlife on the Bay and were known for fishing, crab boils and getting the community together. After Len's passing, Helen moved to Broken Arrow, Oklahoma in 2001 to be closer to family.
Helen was a technical writer and worked on classified military programs for the U.S. and Allied Navies. She loved painting, needlework, quilting, reading and fishing in her spare time.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Len King, parents, Floyd and Audrey Robertson. Helen is survived by sister Linda Jameson and husban Larry Fritz of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; nephew Mike Clark and wife Kim of Taloga, Oklahoma; niece Jade McGlothlin and husband Monte of Edmond, Oklahoma; great-nephew Parker McGlothlin of Edmond, Oklahoma, aunt Jessie Kauk, other family and a host of friends.
Graveside services were n Wednesday April 17, 2013 at the Rhea Cemetery, Leedey, Oklahoma at 10:30 am. Condolences may be made to the family at shawfuneralhome.net
Cheyenne Star, Cheyennbe, OK 25APR2013

RICE, Loyd Curtis

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-23 15:49:18Z

Laugh out loud. That's what Loyd Curtis Rice did and everyone laughed in return. Love out loud. That's what Loyd CurtisRice did and everyone loved him in return. He was a cowboy, a wheat harvester, a corpopral in the Army during the Kores War, an insurance agent, and a manager of a domino an billard hall. But mainly he was a guy who loved people. He loved them by givig them bags of M&M's, by bakngs pies, by grilling steaks, by giving them money, by giving them kindness, and by giving them attention.Loyd was born December 3. 1928to Edward Allen Rice and Agnes Inez Rice (formerly Dagleigh). He was born in Oklahoma City but spent his childhood and young adult years in the dusty red-dirt hills of Cheyernne, Okllahoma. After his military service, he returned to Oklahoma City and became an insurance agent. That is when he met a dark haired, olive skinned widow, a strong-willed woman who became the love of his life. When he married Wanda Joy Casto in 1958, he bcame and instant father of five children from her previous marriage. Loyd and Wanda soon added a child of their own to the rowdy mix.
Loyd lived fifty years in the sameEdmond home. It wasa safe haven and his love was unconditional. He was a role-model father, grandfather, great grandfather and human being. Even for people he didn't know well, he loved plyng everyone with food, drink, and hospitality. What he was really saying was, "I love you". He lived to bless others. Underneath his selfeffacing Will Rogers-style folksy charm was a brilliant mind. He was good at making money but even better at giving it away to those in need. He was as world-class domino player, and was excellent at cards and pool as well. He loved watching his Oklahoma Sooners and Oklahoma City Thunder. He loved looking out the bigh sliding glass dor to the a yardwhere he lured a veritable zoo of animals just so he culd enjoy them; birds, squirrels, possums, foxes.deer, and event for a short time, llamas.
Loyd was handed off graciously to the angels on May 11, 2013 after a long battle with COPD.
He was preceded in death by his parents,all his brothers and sisters, his wife Wanda, his daughter Margene Green and his son Rickey Hershel Cast.
He is survived by his three son, Frank Cast, James Cast and Allen Rice; by his daughter Linda Cast and by his daughter-in-law, Deedee Rice. Hre is also survived by nearly infinite number of grandchildren, greagrandchildren, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends who are as close as family.
Loyd openly declared his Christian faith and his desire to pass-on to the better plae. Loyd was a great man and even better, he was a good man. He was genytle and generous, kind and considerate. He made our planet a much better place and he made us all want to be ettert people. And he maded us laugh.
Services celebrating Loyd's life wa held Thursday, May 16, 013 at Henderson Hills Baptist Churvch, Edmond, Okjlahoma with graveside services at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Crawford Family Funeal Service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations msay bne made yto ythe Edmond Senior Center.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyennbe, OK 23MAY2013
(note spelling of name Casto & Cast)

THOMAS, Don Wilson

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-23 13:51:03Z

Don Wilson Thomas was born July 12, 1945 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Octa Oleta and Wilson Thomas. He passsed away May 14, 2013 in his home at Reydon, Oklahoma at the age of 67 years, 10 months and 2 days. Don grew up in Salisaw, Oklahoma and moved with his family to Crawford, Oklahoma at the beginning of his freshman year. He continued attending school at Crawford graduating in 1963. After graduation, he was employed by the electric company as a linesman before being drafted in the United States Army in 1965. Don served his stint in Vietnam as a dog handler. He was honorably discharged in 1967 returning home and finding work in the oil field. While attending weldng school at Amarillo College he worked as a mechanic for Affliliated Foods. After completing welding school in 1972 he was a self contractor traveling the country welding on pipeline and compressor stations.
Don was married to Kathy Ann (Lackey) Thomas at Duncan, Oklahoma on March 13, 1978. After Don and Kathy continued traveling folllowing Don's welding career. When they began their family Don and Kathy establisghed a home in Hammon in 1980 where they made thei home until 1985. Don was able to realize his dream when they purchased acreage in the Sweetwater communityh before moing to Reydon in 1993 where they curently reside. Don retired from welding in 2005. In Don's early childhood he enjoyed hunting, fishing and fast car. Later in life, Don's hobbies and enjoyment were centered aroung his family and spending time with them.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Kathty, of the home, son, Phillip Thomas and wife, Angie, daughter Stacy Thomas, all of Reydon, Oklahoma; 4 grandchildren, Madison Allen, Isaac Eike, Hunter Whiteneck and Hayley Whiteneck all of Reydon, OK; 4 sisters, Joyce Coym and husband, Jimmy, Cheyenne, OK, Mildred Nesser and husband, Ron, Elk City, OK, Linda Kile and husband, Richard, Perryton, TX, and Diane Dean and husband, Gary, Elk City, OK; 4 brothers, Wayne Thomas, Sweetwater, OK, Charles Thomas, Amarillo, TX, Larry Thomas, Sayre, OK and Rick Thomas and wife Katrina, Elk City, OK, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
At Don's requestr a privat family service will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Sta, Cheyenne, OK 23MAY2013

HAWKINS, Claud Dewitt

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-23 13:18:54Z

claud Dewitt Hawkins was born September 2, 1925 to Claud & Alice Hawkins. He passed away on May 21, 2013 at St. Anthony's Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at the age of 87.
Dewitt grew up near Sayre, Oklahoma and moved with his family to Durham at an early age, where he met Marjorie Whitaker and they were married on September 20, 1947. They made their home NE of Durham. Dewitt farmed and raised cattle, which he truly enjoyed, until about 5 years ago.
His mother Alice, pointed him toward Jesus by her lifestyle and songs. He was led to Jesus by Rev. C.J. Davis, an evangelist from Oklahoma City. He was saved in 1942. Baptized in 1947 and was ordained a deacon in 1950.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marjorie and one daughter Dee Etta.
He is survived by, 1 son, Kent Hawkins and wife, Diana of Weatherford, Oklahoma; 2 grandchildren, Karlee Isley of Weatherford, Oklahoma, Joel Hawkins and wife Alycia, Dallas, Texas; 1 great granddaughter, Jorynn; 1 great grandson, Van and another great grandson to arrive in September. He is also surviver by a host of friends and other relatives.
Funeral services will be Thursday, May 23 at 10:00 AM at the Durham, Baptiust Church with Brfo. Darrell Moore and Bro. Ray Smart officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Cemtery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Serice. Cpomdp;ences can be made on line at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star,, Cheyenne, OK 23MAY2013

Re: Calvert, Rober M.

tbflowers279 — 2013-05-21 13:01:18Z

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HOOPER, Vada Lorene Butler

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-16 13:26:47Z

Vada Lorene Hooper, age 83 of Lexington died Thursday, April 25, 2013. She was born OIctober 26, 1929 in Rankin, OK, the youngest child of 3 born to Melvin Butler & Pearl Bocox Butler. She attended Reydon Schools and graduated in 1948 from Reydon High School. After graduation she attended beauty school in Clovis, New Mexico and became a beautician. On December 17, 1949 she married Billy Gene Hooper in Reydon, Oklahoma. Soon after they were married they moved to Perrton, Texas where they lived for 1 1/2 years. Bill was transferred to Sayre for a year and then they returned to Reydon. While living in Reydon she had an in-hone beauty shop and contnued tro work as a beautician until they moved to Purcell in 1972. After moving to Purcell she began workin as a nurse's aide at the Purcell Municipal Hospital. It was while working at Purcell hospital she developed a love for nursing. In 1977 the family moved to Canadian, Texas. At age 50, Vada decided to follow her new dream of being a nurse and went back to school. She graduated in 1982 from Frank Phllips University in Borger, Texas as an LPN. She worked for Hemphill County Hospital until her retirement. She and Billy moved to Lexington in 1994. Vada had many hobbies and interests includintg sewing, ceramica, paintin & cooking. In her later years many will remember her a "Grandma" that worked at Carls Junior in Purcell. She had a special knack for taking care of her customers. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Lexington.
She was preceded in death by her Parents Melvin & Pearl Buler; 1 sister, Hazel Omeasly; and 1 brother Earnie Butler.
She is survivbed by 3 sons, Billy F. Hooper & wife Patty of Purcell; Bobby L. Hooper of Lexington and Benny Hooper & wife Lisa of Mayetta, KS; 1 daughter Lenora Kay White & husband Vernon of Lexington; 9 grandchildren, Bryan Hooper & wife Julie; Jessica Durham & husband Ross; Shawnda Carpenter & husband Jerry; Phillip Lee, Sayah Lynn, Beau Hooper, Brandon Hooper, Bradley Hooper, Brandon Hooper, Bradley Hooper & Braidey Hooper; 3 Step grandchildren; 13 Great Grandchildren; 10 Step Great Grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at the Lexington United Methodist Church. Burial followed at Hillside Cemetery in Purcell. Arrangements by Wilson-Littyle Guneral Home in Purcell.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 2MAY2013

CONTRERAS, Ramiro Munoz

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-14 12:06:05Z

Ramiro Munoz Contreras was born January 15, 1952 in Progresso, Mexico, to Sinforosa and Benio Contreras. He passed away Apil 26, 2013 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at the age of 61 years, 3 months and 11 days.
Ramiro grew up in Mexico and moved to Oklahoma at the agee of 19. He began working for the Malson family as a ranch hand and later as one of their well inspectors. He was married to Hortecia Espatza at Carter, Oklahom on March 8, 1978. They lived in Roll, Oklahoma before moving to Carter, Oklahoma to make thei home. Ramiro loved baseball, raisin goats, gardening, cooking and drinking coffee with his granschildren.
He was a member of the Carter Assembly of God Church.
He was preceded in death by his parens, 2 sisters and 4 brothers.
He is survived by his wife, Hortencia, of the home; 3 daughters, Leticia Contreas, Clinton, OK, Diana Contreras, Elk City, OK; Maria Contrera, Weatherford, OK; 1 son, Benny Contrerass and wife, Brandi, Elk City, OK; 6 grandchildren, Andrew, Abby, Abel, Joyis, Gracie, Ko're; 2 brothers, Jesus Contreras, Roberto Contreras, both of Mexico; godson Ramiro Contreras, Roll, OK; special friends, Leon and Janet Malson and family, Roll, OK; and a host od other relatives and friends.
Services will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 2:00 pm at One Church officiated by Paul Ramon. Burial will be at Fairlawn Cemetery underr the direction of Whinery-Savage Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 2MAY2013

SNIDER, Bryan Lee

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-14 11:46:48Z

Bryan Lee Snider was born September 3, 1988 in Norman, Oklahoma to Kem and Carl Snider. He passed away April 24, 2013 at the age of 24 years, 7 months and 21 days. Bryan lived for short time in Elko, Nevada with his family but mostly made his home in Erick, Oklahoma, where he attended Erick High School. He worked for Tosh's Service Center before becoming employed with T&O Oilfield Service in 2008. Bryan married Brandiu Daugherty in Wheeler, Texas on August 4, 2010 and they made their home in the Dempsey communiuty. Bryan had a wonderful voice; he started singin on stage with his father, at 3 years old an never stopped. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, especcially trapping bobcats. Bryan loved helping his father-in-law, Terry, work on his race cars and always looked forward to getting together with his family. His greatest love was spending time with his wife, playing with his daughter and eagerly anticipating the coming birth of his son.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Raymond Lee and Joy Delphine Snider; maternal grandfather, James Brandon; 1 brother, Travis Snider; 1 aunt, Sissy Snider; and 1 niece. Nesha Greer.
He is survived by his wife, Brandui Snider; 1 daughter, Brianna Snider; an unborn son, all of the home; parents, Carl Snider and wife, Joytce, of Reydon, OK, Kem Hll and husband, Kervin, of Erick, OK; 1 mathernal grandmother, Lindfa Brandon, of Vernon, TX; father-in-law, Terry Daughtery, of Dempsey,m OK; 3 sisters, Amber Bussey and husband, Josh, Tabitha Shinn and husband, John and Kara Allen and husband, Jacob all of Erick, OK; 4 stepsisters, Perisha Hagerman of Erick, OK, Kanema Hill of Sweetwater, OK, Shandea Rhea of Sayre, OK; Shala Drake of Reydon, OK; 1 sister-in-law Bailey Daugherty of Dempsey, OK and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services were held April 27, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Erick First Baptist Church officiated by Bro. Charlie Floyd. Burial followed at Dempsey Cemetery under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 2MAY2013

EVANS, Vicki Smith

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-14 11:11:03Z

Vicki Evans, 61, of Perryton, TX died Sunday, February 10, 2013, in Oklahoma City, OK.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Key Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. Jef Staton officiating. Arrrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home of Perryton.
Mrs. Evans was born Jan. 5, 1952, in Sayre, Okla., to W.C. Smith and Roberta A. Smith. She married Marvin Evans on April 6, 1979, in Perryton.
She was a homemaker and member of Key Heights Baptist Church in Perryton. She enjoyed scapbooking, reading and collectging Barbies dolls.
She was preceded in death by her father, W.C. Smith, in 1998, and her mother, Roberta A. Smith, in 2013.
Survivors include her husband, Marvin Evans; a son, Brad Evans and wife Tiffany of Haslett; a daughter, Emily Evans and finance Derrie Sadler of Amarillo; a grandson, Steven Sadler of Amarillo; two nephews, Aaron Smith and Cole Smith, both of Norman, Okla.; and a niece Anna Smith of Amarillo.
The family suggests memorials be to Itegris Transplant Center, Att: Mary Wilson, 3300 N.W. Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 14MAR2013

WHEELER, Benjamin Douglas

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-12 16:15:34Z

Benjamin Douglas Wheeler, 88, formerly of Clayton, NM died Saturday, March 23, 2013.
Graveside servivces will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Hansford Cemetery in Spearman, TX, with Fred Shieldknight and Roger Odegaard officiatting. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home of Spearman.
Ben was boren Aug.18, 1924, in RFeydon, Okla., to Ben and Sarah Walker Wheeler. He grew up in Vinita, Okla., area and worked in farming and cattle with his father Benjamin served in the 35th Construction Battalion of the Navy. He joined the military in 1944 when he was 20 years old. He was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, Philippine Liberation Campaign Ribbon, and an expert rifle marksman madal. He was honorably discharged April 4, 1946.
Ben worked with his brothers ranching until he married Leota Florence Osborn on Sept. 15, 1949, in Cleora, Okla. They moved to Texas and lived in the Pampa, Texas area to work on Wiley Reynolds Ranch and Flowers Ranch. They also worked various ranches in Colorado and New Mexico, where they retired to raise their own cattle.
He was preceded in deatgh by his parents, his wife; four sisters, Mary Louisee Rich, Tilla Highland, Arlene Billings and Nanola Alice Allen; and three brothers, Leo, Dow and Joe Wheeler.
Survivors include three sons, Ben and wife Diana of Weoka, Okla., John and wife Susan of Straford, Texas, and Steve Wheeler and wife Cathy of Kenton, Okla.; two daughters, Patty Wheeler of Goodnight, Texas, and Brenda Shieldknight and hsuband Fred of Spearman; 13 grandchildren; and 18 greatgrandchildren.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 4APR201q3

Re: Sadler, Gerald "Jake"

sequioyahickey — 2013-05-12 03:29:33Z

thank you all and may God bless your endevours in this life

Re: parents of nancy anna smith and daneil w bird

DJ63Tracy — 2013-05-12 02:45:48Z

The first place to begin to find your family tree is with census which can be seen on ancestry.com - usually freely...
The 1940 is the last one that is available and the 1890 ones were burned in a fire....but from 1850 to 1940, there is a wealth of information on them - should help with Smith and Bird
Blessings, Judy

parents of nancy anna smith and daneil w bird

mommaof2boys1girl — 2013-05-11 07:28:48Z

they are my father aubrey odene hickeys mother agnes lorene bird hickeys parents and i need to know my blood lines. ty tim hickey

CRAWFORD, Margaret Modell Sadler Davis

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-10 22:50:45Z

Margaret Moldell Crawford was born August 3, 1940 in Durham, Oklahoma to Mattie Victoria and Merrell Sadler. She passed away April 10, 2013 peacefully at her home with her familyh around her at the age of 72 years, 8 mothss and 8 days.
Modell grew up in the Durham community and graduated from Reydon high School in 1958. She moved to El Reno, OK in the late 60's where she worked for the credit bureau. Modell was married to Darrell Dewaine Crawford at Calumet, OK on June 4, 1969. After their marriage, they lived in Calumet and she was employed at Todd's industrry and also th grain elevator as a secretary and also a manager. In 1998, Modell and Darrell moved to Foss Lake an eventually to Crawford, OK in 2003. Modell enjoyed going to church an spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. She was also a member of Durham Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson, Justin Davis.
She is survived by her husband, Darrell, of the home; 2 daughters, Tracie Heimbach and husband, Stephen, Yukon , OK,Brandi Crawford, Cheyenne, OK; 2 sons, Jack Davis and wife, Linda, Reydon, OK, Stan Davis, Reydon, OK; 9 grandchildren, Madisyn, Ragan, Ryle, Myka, Dee, Angel, Shelby, Nicole and Shawn; 2 great grandchildren, Lily and Tate; 1 sister, Margie Lemke and a host of other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be made to Faith Hospice at 222 West 3rd Street, Elk City, OK 73644.
Memorial services were held Monday, April 15, 2013, at tghe Durham Baptist Church with Bro. Darrell Moore officiating under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 18APR2013

FARNI, Kent

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-10 21:30:00Z

Kent Farni, 85 of Fairbanks, Alaska, passed away March 18, 2013 at Agewise Alaska Assisted Living Faculty in Fairbanks.
No memorual or funeral service is planned. His remains will be delivered to a privsate cemetery plot near Hammon, Oklahoma.
Kent was born April 10, 1927 in Hammon, Oklahoma and moved to Alaska in 1967. He spent time in the Navy and Air Force and worked at several occupations, including Ampex Electronics, Bureau of Land Managementt Firefighting and in the construction section of the state Department of Transporation.
Kent was a member of the American Legion and a life member of the National Rifle Association.
He is survivbed by a younger sister, Joan Craft and an older brother, Bruce Farni, both of Elk City, Oklahoma and various nephews and nieces.
Please visit www.legacy.com/obituary/newminer to and online guest book.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 11APR2013

SNODGRASS, Janice May Vittitoe Everson

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-10 21:05:34Z

Memorial services for Janice May Snodgrass will held at a later date. Martin Funeral Home of Elk City were in charge of arrangements.
Janice May Snodgrass was born Aughust 11, 1926 at Modale, Iowa to Bruce and Mable (Conyers) Vittitoe and passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at the age of 86. She was raised in Iowa before her marriage to Frank E. Everson on August 19, 1944. They lived in Iowa, Arkansas and Oklahoma. She was married to Ted Curtis Snodgrass on June 4, 1969. They moved to Hammon, OK in 1981 and Mr. Snodgrass preceded her in death on December 13, 2001. Mrs Snodgrass owned and operated restaurants, managed apeartments and also worked at Red Johnson Ford during her working career.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.
Survivors include her daughter; Janice Sue Rivera of Hammon, OK, 5 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, one great-great grandson and a sister, Phyllis Smith and her hudsband Paul of Sun Valley, NY. An online registry is available at www.martinfhok.com
Daily Elk Citian, Elk City, OK 10MAR2013

SPARKS, Child

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-10 20:08:39Z

We are grieved to chronicle the death of the little child of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Sparks who lived near Strong City. The little one had been reported very low for some time and the end came Friday last, May 23, 1913 and was laid to rest on Saturday.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 29MAY1913

DONALDSON, Child

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-10 19:59:52Z

We are grieved to chronicle the death of the four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Donaldson of Strong City. The little fellow passed away Saturday night, May 17. 1913 and was laid to rest in the Cheyenne Cemtery Sunday.
Cheyenne Star Cheyenne, OK 22MAY1913

Scrivner, Gladys Loraine Stewart

WandaPurcell13 — 2013-05-02 16:10:58Z

Services for Gladys Loraine Scrivner, 89, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2013, at the Church of Christ in Reydon, Roger Mills County, OK, under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Service, Cheyenne, OK. Gladys passed away Saturdasy, March 30, 2013 at St. Mary-Corwin Hospita in Pueblo, CO.
She was born to Joseph Newton Stewart and Elgia May Newby Stewart in Grimes, OK, on November 10, 1923. She went to Meadowbrook School and graduated from Reydon High School in 1941.
On September 10, 1942, she married Ora Otis Scrivner of Reydon, and they immediately traveled by train to LaJolla, CA, where Ora was stationed in the U.S. Army during WWII. They were also stationed at Letterman Hospital in San Francisco before Ora was shipped overseas. When Ora was sent to France during WWII, Gladys lived at Reydon with her parents and her in-laws. She was saving the money Ora was sending home, and she used the money to buy a farm west of Reydon that he had said he would like to own someday. She wrote to him to tell him what she had done and waited anxiously for a month for her letter to get to him and to receive his reply. He was thrille and said he had already mentally built the fence around it. When he returned from the war, they farmed that land and had two daughters. In September, 1956, they moved to Amarillo, TX. and in June 1959, they moved to Pueblo, CO, where she had lived for the past 53 years. She was a member of the Broadway and Orman Church of Christ in Pueblo.
Preceding her in death ae her husband, who passed away in Pueblo in 1978; her parents; two brothers, Denzil and Roy Stewart; and two sisters, Mary Alice Combs Filmore and Ethel Scrivner.
She is survived by her two daughters, Juanita Loraine Poulis of Santa Rosa, CA, and Shirley Mae Snow of Pueblo, CO; four grandchildren; Michael (Hulya) Pando of Amsterdam, Netherlands; Shane Snow of Pueblo, CO; Tracy (Keith) Skelly of Sonora, CA; and Steven Snow of Denver, CO. The great grandchildren are Cameron and Denver Pando of Amsterdam; Shannon and Zachary Snow of Pensaola, FL; and Jonanthan Skelly of Sonora, CA.
Following the funeral service, she will be laid to rest beside her husbsand of 35 years in White Rose Cemetery at Reydon, OK.
Cheyenne Star, Cheyenne, OK 4APR2013