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Oklahoman Archives
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
June 14, 1994

ROBERTSON Melvin Roscoe "Roxy", 75, died June 12, 1994 in OKC. Roxy Robertson was a lifelong resident of central Oklahoma. He was born in Choctaw on February 9, 1919 to Melvin R. and Varvel Queenan Robertson. He graduated from Classen High School in 1937 and attended Pasadena Junior College and the University of Southern California before being called to federal service with the 45th Division in September, 1940. He was an Army Air Corps Cadet, graduating with Class 4303. Roxy was a distinguished pilot during World War II and flew the Hump in the China-Burma-India Theater. He was awarded the Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross for his service during the war. Roxy spent his civilian career in aviation, having traveled the world for 38 years as a pilot. He retired a commercial airline pilot in 1978.

Roxy was married for 46 years to Bette Jo (Jody) Johnston. They had two daughters, Roxanne and Nancy, both of Oklahoma City. Four granddaughters, Sarah, Cary Anne, Courtney and Leslie; and his son-in-law, Rod Warner also shared his life in his later years.

In addition to his family, Roxy is survived by his youngest brother, Dale.

He was preceded in death by his father, mother and his brother, Chet. Roxy was a good, thoughtful and loving husband and father. Along with his family, he had many close friends across the globe, all of whom knew him to be a loyal, fun-loving and caring person.

A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 14, 1994 at St. John's Episcopal Church located at 5201 N. Brookline in OKC. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Martin Nature Center or the St. John's Episcopal Church Memorial Fund.


August 1, 2011
 
Bette Jo " Jody " Robertson Farha
January 13, 1925 - July 28, 2011
OKLAHOMA CITY

Jody Robertson Farha, 86, died July 28, 2011, at Bellevue Health & Rehabilitation Center. A lifelong resident of Oklahoma City, she was born January 13, 1925, in Britton where she went to Britton Elementary and Britton High School. Typical of the Greatest Generation, Jody 's life was shaped by the Great Depression and World War II. From those times, and the influence of her remarkable parents, Jody learned generosity, resilience, humility and kindness. Always considered a real "looker," her outward beauty was simply a reflection of the beautiful person she was inside.

In 1948 she married Melvin Roscoe "Roxy" Robertson, a WWII Air Corps pilot who ultimately spent his career in aviation. Married for 46 years, together they had two daughters, Roxanne and Nancy. After his death in 1994, Jody was fortunate to have a second love in her life when she married George Farha in 2001. He died in 2009.

Jody was preceded in death by Roxy and George; her parents, Howard and Dovie Johnston ; and her younger brother, Steve Johnston .

She is survived by her sister, June "Happy Talk" Tallant of Harlingen, Texas; her brother, Stan Johnston of Oklahoma City; her daughter, Roxanne, and her husband, Rod Warner; her daughter, Nancy, and her life partner, Shelly Short; and four granddaughters, Sarah Welker and her husband Lee, Cary Anne Holton, Courtney Ellingson and her husband Jared, and Leslie Warner - all of Oklahoma City. She also had four great-grandchildren: Cal, Hallie Anne and Rex Welker; and Jack Ellingson. Jody was full of life and always up for fun and adventure. Those who knew her were charmed by her delightful sense of humor and the genuine sense of joy she carried with her every day. Ultimately, she left behind a loving and close family, and many long-lasting friendships.

A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, August 2, at 2:00 p.m., at St. John's Episcopal Church, her parish home of more than 60 years. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Martin Nature Park, the land that was once her home. Donations may be made payable to Friends of Martin Nature Park, 5000 W. Memorial Road, Oklahoma City, OK, 73142. Please note: Bette Jo Johnston Robertson Friends of Martin Nature Park.


 

 


 

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