AUGUST 2012

SEQUOYAH COUNTY TIMES

AUGUST 2012

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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Graveside services for Evert Byrd CALHOUN Jr., were held at 9 a m Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Sallisaw City Cemetery with Bro. Billy Jenkins officiating under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. CALHOUN was born on Oct 2, 1921, in Brent to Evert Byrd CALHOUN Sr and Minverva Abigail (JACKSON) CALHOUN. He died Thursday, July 26, 2012, in Fort Smith. He was a retired carpenter. He married Alta L COPELAND on May 17, 1946, in Sallisaw. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the 98th division of the infantry, a member of Sallisaw Masonic Lodge, a 32nd Master Mason, honorary member of the Sabara Shriner Lodge in Tucson, Ariz., and a member of Electa Chapter of Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include his wife, Alta; four daughters, Linda JASNA of Greenwood, Sherry Jo BRADLEY of Reno, Nev., Gail KERR and Cindy OLIVER both of Sallisaw; a son, Evert Gary CALHOUN of Sallisaw; two sisters, Eula CHOATE of Marble City and Wilma NEWMAN of Sallisaw; a brother, Ralph CALHOUN of Phoenix; 12 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be Jason Kerr, Chad, Sonny, Nathan, Colton and Justin Jasna and Michael Oliver.

Funeral services for Cornelia E. “Connie” CATO, 85, of the Blackgum will be held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 3, 2012, at Blackgum Baptist Church with the Rev Dale Ritter officiating. Burial will be at Box Cemetery in Vian under the direction of Agent Funeral home of Sallisaw. Mrs. CATO was born on Jan 23, 1927, in Sequoyah County to Jim Watt MORRIS and Rachel (VANN) MORRIS. She died Tuesday, July 31, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. . She was retired from Whirlpool Corp. . She married Olney Weldon "O W CATO on March 12, 1945, in Sallisaw. He preceded her in death on Feb 24, 2005. Survivors include two daughters, Janet BUTTERY of Blackgum and J.C. SHINE of Sierra Vista, Ariz.; one sister, Ludie PHILLIPS of Kechi, Kan.; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She wa also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Jeffrey Jerome CATO and Victor Wayne CATO; two sisters, Jewel FRANKLIN and Ellen Mae TILLERY; and three brother, Hastings, Leo and Hoolie MORRIS. Pallbearers will be Monte Buttery, Matt Buttery, Brad Buttery, Gary Morris, Tim Morris and Jerry Morris.

Juan M MARTINEZ, 57, passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, at his home in Muldrow. He was born in Cuba on May 31, 1955. A fund was set up at Armstrong Bank for the services. Thanks to the generous donations that were received from friends and Agent-Mallory-Martin Funeral Home, Juan will rest in peace at Blackjack Cemetery. Services will be at 10 a m Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, officiated by Charles Sparkman. The donations went towards a headstone, transport cost, Cremation and obituaries, two in total. Juan would be so proud of all of his friends coming together to do this for him, because he was use to doing for them and treating them like family. Juan never had any children of his own, but they loved him, and he was always helping them fix bikes or a swing set. As they grew he would fix a flat tire or detail a car, for a birthday or graduation present(now those kids have kids of their own), Juan was a plain and simple nice guy. He loved to ride his bike. He must have after his car gave out. He took up bicycling and never had a desire for a car. So he said. He loved a steak dinner on Sundays. You could tell by the way he would say, "ummmm, this is good steak" "I like, I do, I do!" It was also plain to see he took pride in his work as a gardener and landscaper. Juan loved baseball. Back in the day he was on a team with several people from Muldrow. He loved playing Bingo and going to the casino. Juan was loved and will be missed, but not forgotten. Thanks again to all who made it possible for Juan to make it home. The Jacque Ward Family and the Sherri Matlock family.

Funeral services for Teresa Ann HUDGENS MOODY, 48, are being held at 10 a m Wednesday, Aug 1, 2012, at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Spiro. Burial is at Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mrs MOODY was born on Feb 18, 1964, in Ozark, Ark., to William "Billie" RAGAN and Joyce Ann (CAMPBELL) RAGAN. She died on Friday, July 27, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark.. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. Survivors include her husband, William; three daughters, Amber Dawn GIBSON of Dumas, Texas, Rose Daniell CHAMPION of Greenwood, Ark., and Kelly Michelle MOODY and Ray HASKINS Jr.of Keota; two sons, Keith Allen RAGAN of Greenwood and Mikael Eugene HUDGENS of Spiro; two stepdaughters, Rosie Ann NIXON and Billie of McCurtain, and Marsha Elain MOODY of North Carolina; a brother, Charlie RAGAN and wife, Susise of Spiro; and eight grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Justin Wingo, Ray Haskins Jr., Rick Palmer, Ray Haskins Sr., Ben Scrivener and Kenny Dunn.

Funeral services for Alice Fay WOOLSEY PALMER, 60, will be held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 3, 2012, at the Mallory-Martin Chaepl in Spiro with the Rev Kim Hutson officiating. Burial will be at Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mrs. PALMER was born on Nov. 18, 1951, in Poteau to Homer and Juanita Louise COUCH WOOLSEY. She died on Tuesday, July 31, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark.. She was a lab technician and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and spending time at the lake. She also enjoyed being around animals. She retired from Gerber after 39 years. Survivors include her husband, Frankie PALMER of the home; one daughter, Angela WILLIAMS and husband Dewayne of Havana, Ark.; one son, Cody PALMER of Van Buren; a sister, Kay NEWTON and husband Marion of Van Buren; one brother, Eddie WOOLSEY and wife Kesha of Van Buren; and four grandchildren, Raylei PALMER, Preston PALMER, Vincent LUDWICK and Bradley LUDWICK. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shana’s Last Chance Rescue in Van Buren.

Funeral services for Stanley Leon ROSS, 31, of Sallisaw are being held at 2 p m Thursday, Aug 2, 2012, at Gore United Methodist Church under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. ROSS was born on April 27, 1981 in Tahlequah to Stanley Lee ROSS Jr. and Patricia Ann (TRAMMELL) ROSS. He died on Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Vian. He married Jennifer May LEVINGSTON on Dec. 24, 2006 in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Jennifer ROSS of the home; three children, Marshall, Madison and Max; his parents, of Blackgum; one sister, Michelle BROWN, of Blackgum; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandeanna ROSS, and his son, Stanley Dean ROSS. . Pallbearers will be John Cary, Seth Stewart, Vance Hickelheim, Christopher Noel, Lucas Hobson and Clayton Hunter. .

Funeral services for Naomi Lee WALTERS, 50, of Sallisaw were held at 3 p m Tueday, July 31, 2012, at the Mallory Martin Chapel in Sallisaw. Arrangements were under the direction of Agent Funeral home of Sallisaw. Mrs. WALTERS was born on Jan 12, 1962, in Alburquerque, N M., to Billy Gene McBRIDE and Lavada Ann (KECK) VANCE. She died on. Friday, July 27, 2012, in Sallisaw. She was a certified nurses' aid. Survivors include two daughters, Christina TURMAN of Sallisaw and Shannon WALTERS of Colorado; one son, Craig WALTERS Jr. of Texas; one sister, Charlotte MUNIZ of Tulsa; two brothers, Billy McBRIDE of Galveston, Texas, and Jonathan VANCE of Oklahoma City, Okla.; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Craig David WALTERS Sr.; her parents, stepfather, John VANCE; and two sisters, Sheila and Tamara McBRIDE. .

Friday, August 3, 2012

Horace Garrell ALLEN, of Owasso was born on Jan 4, 1940, in Sallisaw to Horace jefferson and Susie Ellen (PALMER) ALLEN and passed away on July 27, 2012, in Tulsa at the age of 72. He is survived by one daughter, Diane (TACKETT) ESHLAMAN of Tulsa; three sons, John David TACKETT of Owasso and Dean TACKETT and Dewayne TACKETT, both of Tulsa; Brian TACKETT, who he loved as a son and wife, Misty of Roanoke, Texas; four sisters, Ruth JAMISON and Cherokee BARNES, both of Sallisaw, Wanda BRYAN of Catoosa and Sue ALLEN of Tulsa; one brother, Jerrel ALLEN of Butler, Mo.; one aunt, Nelese RIGERS of Wichita, Kan; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Christine McGLOTHLIN. He graduated from Sallisaw High School in 1958. He attended Bacon College, Tulsa Junior College and Rogers State College. Funeral services will be 10 a m Saturday, Aug 4, 2012 at Apostalic Faith Church in Sallisaw with Rick Harris officiating. Burial will follow in Sallisaw City Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Fuenral Home. Please sign Mr. Allen's online guestbook at www.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com Pallbearers will be Jerrel McGlothlin, Kenneth McGlothlin, Kelvin Jamison, Donald Jamison, Ronald Jamison, Mark Jamison, Mike Jamison, Gary Barnes and greg Bryan. The viewing will be from noon to8 p m Friday at the funeral home.

Graveside services for Irene Marie BAKER, 80, of Sallisaw are being held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 3, 2012, at Gracelawn Cemetery in Van Buren, Ark., with the Rev David Harris officiating under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home of Van Buren. Mrs. BAKER was born on Aug 15, 1931, in Evansville, Ark., to Thomas Jefferson CLAYTON and Edith Mae (ROBERTS) CLAYTON. She died on Monday, July 30, 2012. She co-owned the Snack Shack in Sallisaw and owned and operated West End Liquors. She was of the Baptist faith and a 1949 graduate of Van Buren High School. Survivor include three sons, Dennis GANN and wife, Linda of Van Buren, and Doss GANN and Dou GANN, both of Sallisaw; one daughter, Diane LOWE of Sallisaw; eight grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Thomas CLAYTON of Fort Smith, Ark. And several other family members and friends. Pallbearers are her grandsons.

Funeral services for Jack S EVERETT, 74, of Roland will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, at Fentress Mortuary in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial will be at Cottonwood Cemetery in Muldrow, under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith. He was born July 8, 1938 in Magazine, Ark., to John and Bertha EVERETT. Mr. and Mrs. EVERETT recently celebrated their 51st anniversary. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Nancy Jo EVERETT. Survivors include two daughters, Mary DANIELS of Fort Smith and Brenda STAFFORD of Howe; two sons, Utah EVERETT of Roland and Dale EVERETT of Alma, Ark.; one brother, Rick EVERETT of Fayetteville, Ark.; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be Jonathan, Matthew, Ricky and Carl Everett, Randy Daniels and Kevin Burger. Family will greet friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p m Friday at the funeral home.

Funeral services for Nancy Jo EVERETT, 70, of Roland will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, at Fentress Mortuary in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial will be at Cottonwood Cemetery in Muldrow, under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith. She was born June 16, 1942 in Clinton, IA., to Joseph and Leona BARSEMA, She died Tuesday, July 31, 2012. Mr. and Mrs. EVERETT recently celebrated their 51st anniversary. Survivors include two daughters, Mary DANIELS of Fort Smith and Brenda STAFFORD of Howe; two sons, Utah EVERETT of Roland and Dale EVERETT of Alma, Ark.; three sisters, Alta DORT of Omaha, Neb., Helen PARKS of Commacha, Iowa and Irene KAUFMAN of Thomson, Ill.; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be Jonathan, Matthew, Ricky and Carl Everett, Randy Daniels and Kevin Burger. Family will greet friends from 5:30 to 7:30 p m Friday at the funeral home.

Bob H KINZER, 82, of Verdigris died on Monday, July 30, 2012. Bob was born on March 19, 1930, in Afton to Marvin and Ethel (WARD) KINZER. Bob served his country in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired as a supervisor from McDonell Douglas Aircraft and was active with the McDonell Douglas retirees club. He was a member of South Lakewood Baptist Church and served for many year as an usher. Bob enjoyed keeping his yard and building seasonal decorations that he would display. Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Frances of the home; one son, Kenny KINZER and wife, Lori, of Verdigris; two grandsons, Gage and Jace KINZER; one sister, Galelah DOWELL of Fairland; and one sister-in-law, Nell KINZER of Chelsea. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers; and five sisters. Funeral services were held at 10 a m Thursday, Aug 2, 2012, at South Lakewood Baptist Church in Tulsa, with military rites to follow at Floral Haven Cemetery in Broken Arrow. Services were entrusted to Moore's Eastlawn Chapel in Tulsa.

Graveside services for Joyce Ann LINDER, 74, of Roland will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 4, 2012, at Morrison Cemetery in Rudy, Ark., under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, Ark. Mrs. LINDER was born on Nov. 14, 1937, in Albuquerque, N.M. She died on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2012, in Roland. Survivors include her husband, Gary LINDER of Oklahoma City; two daughters, Jacki IVY of Fayetteville, Ark. and Melinda BOLDING of Alma, Ark.; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for John H REED Jr., will be held at 2 p m, Aug 4, 2012, at Muldrow Assembly of God Church with the Rev Shawn Money officiating. Burial will be at Liberty Cemetery, north of Roland under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. REED was born on July 12, 1926, in Liberty to John Henry REED Sr., and Effie (CAPPS) REED. He died on Wednesday, Aug, 1, 2012, in Sallisaw. He was retired security officer at Sparks Regional Medical Center. He married Ruth W WOODWARD on Sept 6, 1946, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Ruth REED of the home; one daughter, Vickie PETERS of Muldrow; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son, Farrell Don REED; his parents; and one brother, Edgar REED. Pallbearers will be Brad Gipson, Andy Gipson, Michael Peters, Zach Reed, Coby Wilson and Danny Redden.

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Memorial services for Perry Lant BROWN, 55, of Spiro will be held at 10 a m Aug 9, 2012, at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Spiro. Cremation is under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mr BROWN was born Jan 27, 1957, in Pontiac, Mich., to Perry Folsom BROWN and Ester (WILSON) BROWN. He died on Monday, Aug 6, 2012, in Tulsa. He was a laborer. Survivors include his companion, Kara MIKELS of Spiro; one daughter, of Michigan; one brother, Clifford BROWN of Missouri; adopted brother, Richard TACKETT of Cameron; his parents, of Spiro; and several other family members and friends. Pallbearers will be Rick Hale, Jason Card,Richard Tackett, Richard D Tackett, Lyn Burrough and Bill Matthews.

Memorial services for Ruth Marie COOTS, 65, of Van Buren, Ark., will be held at 2 p m , Aug 11, 2012, at Hope Creek Retirement Center in Van Buren. Graveside services will be held at 5 p m at Sallisaw City Cemetery, under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel of Van Buren. Mrs COOTS was born on Aug 30, 1946, in Long Beach, Calif. She died on Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. She was a member of the Oak Ridge Assembly of God Church in Sallisaw and a waitress. Survivors include two daughters, Lynnette KARNES of Sallisaw and Debra SOTO of Las Vegas, Nev; one sister, Betty MERCIER of El Monte, Calif.; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Memorial services for Betty J EPPERSON, 66, of Nashville, Tenn. were held at 10 a m Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, at the West Harpeth Funeral Home in Nashville with Tom Tyndall, George Stull and Dennis Conniff officiating under the direction of West Harpeth Funeral Home of Nashville. Mrs EPPERSON was born on July 23, 1946, in Sallisaw. She died on Tuesday, July 31, 2012, in Nashville. Survivors include two daughters, Tammy and Tony RICH of Pegram, Tenn. and Debi and Greg JONES of Nashville, one son, Scott EPPERSON of Sallisaw; several grandchildren; one sister, Bonita DRAKE of Owasso; two brothers, Michael and Betty LUCAS of Longmount, Colo. and David and Jenny LUCAS of Gallatin, Tenn; and several other family members and friends.

Funeral services for Carole Jane JACKSON GORDON, 68, of Vian were held at 10 a m Tuesday, Aug 7, 2012, at Blackgum Baptist Church with the Rev Dale Ritter officiating. Burial was at Box Cemetery in Vian under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr GORDON was born on Dec 18, 1943, in Dardanelle, Ark., to Hollis JACKSON and Bonnie FARRIS. She died on Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, in Vian. She was an engineer assistant at Johnson Controls. She married Michael Lee GORDON on May 4, 1989, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include her husband, Mike of the home; one daughter, Jane PETERS of Poteau; two sons, Jeff Price of Poteau and Jeff GORDON of Broken Arrow; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild and several other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by one son, Mark Allan PRICE; her parents; and one sister, Janelle YOUNG. Pallbearers were Jeff Gordon, Pat Gordon, Steve Young, Larry Adams, Richard Ingram and Justin Young.

Funeral services for Joseph Michael ROUSE, 65, of Vian were held at 10 a m Monday, Aug 6, 2012, at Blackgum Harvestime Church with the Revs Dale Ritter and Chris Armer officiating. Burial was at Box Cemetery in Vian under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr ROUSE was born on July 27, 1947, in Gulfport, Miss., to Louie ROUSE and Marie (QUINTON) ROUSE. He died on Thursday, Aug 2, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. He was an instrumentation technician. He married Evelyn Anita RISLEY on Jan 3, 1970, in Blackgum. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn ROUSE of the home; two sons, Michael ROUSE and Jesse ROUSE, both of Vian; two sisters, Shirley DANIEL of Fort Worth, Texas and Frances SPRADLING of Gore; two brothers, Louie ROUSE Jr of Blackgum and Jeff ROUSE of Muskogee; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Pallbearers were Dean Risley Jr., Dane Crum, Jeremy Rouse, Quinton Rouse, Brant Rouse and Justin Ellison.

Jo Anne SEBO of Spiro was born on Nov 26, 1940, in Poteau to Marvin and Vera (MECOM) WATSON and passed away on Sunday, Aug 5, 2012, in Spiro at the age of 71. She is survived by one daughter, Chrissy CALLOWAY and husband, Marty of Sallisaw; three sons, Dennis SEBO and wife, Jennifer and Steve SEBO and wife Lanila SEBO, all of Spiro one sister, Donna DAVIS and husband, Eddie of Wilburton; and five grandchildren, Caleb SEBO Stephanie SEBO, Caley CALLOWAY, Whitney SEBO and Kaitlynn SEBO. Jo Anne was preceded in death by her parents Funeral services will be held at 2 p m Thursday, Aug 9, 2012, at First Baptist Church of Spiro with the Rev Darrin McKnight and the Rev John Flanagan officiating. Burial will follow in Spiro City Cemetery under the direction of the Mallory-Martin Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Pat Briley, Kendall Beck, Chris Parker, Mike Hayes, Tracy Gibson, Lance Davis, Kevin Davis, Jonathan Watson, Jon Blankenship, Doug Harper and Frankie Plummer. Please view Jo Anne's online guestbook at www.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com.

Raymond THOM Jr, 72, of Roland died on Saturday, Aug 4, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. He was born on Feb 10, 1940, in Latvia, Germany. The family will visit with friends from 2 to 4 p m Saturday, Aug 11, 2012, at Edwards Funeral Home No formal service is planned at this time. Cremation is under the direction of Edward Funeral Home of Fort Smith. He was retired from Baldor and Walmart and of the Lutheran faith. Survivors include his wife, Peggy THOM of the home; two daughters, Tina JENNINGS of McLoud and Julie ADAMS of Morrisville, Mo; one son Rex DURBIN of Springfield, Mo.; his mother, Iris THOM of Ravenna, Neb.; one sister Sherry THOM of Ravenna; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Danny WILLIAMS, 81, of Muldrow will be held at 10 a m Thursday, Aug 9, 2012, at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev Al Ruckman officiating. . Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery in Spiro under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow Mr. WILLIAMS was born on Sept 20, 1930, in Arkoma to Mitchel D WILLIAMS Sr. and Viola Mae (THORNBURG) WILLIAMS He died on Monday, Aug 6, 2012, in Springdale, Ark. He was mechanic and welder. He married Bobbie Jean BARLOW on April 9, 1951, in Van Buren, Ark. She preceded him in death on Oct 17, 2009. Survivors include six daughters, Karen MASON and Darlene OWENS, both of Sallisaw, Arlene HEBERT of Lake Charles, La., Debbie SIEBERT of Muldrow, Pam SHIGLEY of Springdale; and Sabrina BARNES of Rogers, Ark.; one son, Gregg WILLIAMS of Gans; 10 brothers and sisters, Jen BELL, Betty HUNTER, Roy WILLIAMS, Dale WILLIAMS, and Steve WILLIAMS, all of Texas, Kay SIMPSON, Gail ACOSTA, Sharon MITCHELL and Shirley ADAMS, all of California, and John Richard WILLIAMS of Alabama; 26 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. he was also preceded in death by his parents; and siblings Carol POND and Bobby WILLIAMS

Friday, August 10, 2012

Ralph Wayne CARDWELL, 67, of Sallisaw passed away on Tuesday, Aug 7, 2012, in Odessa, Texas. He was born on July 24, 1945, in Muskogee, the son of Samuel T McCauley and Lois Lou (HEFTON) MCcAULEY. He married Wanda Marie LOW March 12, 1965, in Round Mountain. Mr CARDWELL was a truck driver, U S Army veteran a Baptist. Survivors are his wife, Wanda CARDWELL of the home; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Michael and Tina CARDWELL and Tracey CARDWELL, all of Sallisaw and Darrell and Jody CARDWELL of Vian; six grandchildren, Dustin CARDWELL Shelby CARDWELL, Brittana DARCY and husband, Kenneth, Chance CARDWELL, Dillon CARDWELL and Ashley CARDWELL; one great-grandchild, Bralynn DARCY; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Sharon and Thomas ARNESON of Fort Smith, Ark., and Brenda and Aaron GOLDNER of Wichita Falls, Texas; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Roy and Linda McCAULEY of Barling, Ark., Richard McCAULEY of Greenwood, Ark; four aunts, Willene LIPE and Melba BAKER, both of Vian, and Wanda YOUNG and Nell HEFTON, both of Gentry, Ark.; and two uncles, Dale HEFTON of McRae, Ga., and Wendell HEFTON of Houston, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Clifford. Funeral services will be held at 10 a m Saturday, Aug 11, 2012, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Sallisaw with the Rev. Tommy Ballard officiating. Burial will be held at Round Mountain Cemetery under the direction of Agent Funeral home. Viewing will be from 8 a m to 8 p m Friday at Agent and Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Active pallbearers will be Dustin, Cardwell, Dillon Cardwell, Jim Biggs, Danny Scoggins, Chance Cardwell and Arlie Harris. He will be carried y wagon to the cemetery by Jimmy Walker. To send an online condolence to the family visit www.agentfuneralhome.com.

Graveside services for Kaelynn Grace CORBIT, the infant daughter of Jessica and Clayton CORBIT of Muldrow are being held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 10, 2012 at Upper Camp Creek Cemetery in Muldrow with the Rev C L Thomas officiating under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Kaelynn was born on Aug 6, 2012, and died on Aug 7, 2012. Survivors include her parents; three brothers, Peyton Michael CORBIT. Payton Jiraiya SELLS and twin brother, Grayson John CORBIT, all of the home; paternal grandparents, Robin and Larry CORBIT of Muldrow; maternal grandparents, Cynthia and Michael HARRIS of Sallisaw and Eddy FRIEND of Arkansas; and several other family members. She was preceded in death by a great-grandfather.

Funeral services for Darnell Earl SCOTT, 54, of Spiro will be held at noon, Saturday, Aug 11, 2012, at the Victory Worship Center with the Rev Jeffery Simpson officiating. Burial will be at Fort Coffee Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mr SCOTT was born on Sept 20, 1957, to Tilton and Inezarine SCOTT. He died on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 in Spiro. He was a graduate of Spiro High School and received a scholarship to attend Oklahoma State University. He worked as an HVAC Tech. he devoted his life to Christ at an early age. Survivors include his wife, Bobbie VESTER; three sons, Jeramine Darnell SCOTT, Dominick Tilton SCOTT and Billie TUBBS; a daughter, Sherrell Inez SCOTT'; five grandchildren; five sisters, Yvonne CHAMBERS of Oakland, Calif., Myrlene STEELE and Rozella SCOTT, both of Oklahoma City, and Angelia F SCOTT of Cedar Hills, Teas; four brothers, Sandie A SCOTT of Stuttgart, Germany, Danny O SCOTT of Spiro, Tilton Eugene SCOTT of Fort Smith, Ark., and Terrance M SCOTT of Grand Prairie, Texas; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Felton.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Funeral services for Orlene Catherine "Cat" BECK, 90, of Sallisaw, were held at 10 a m Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012, at the First Baptist Church in Sallisaw with the Rev Vernon Stone and Wyman Dobbs officiating. Burial was at Drake Stand Cemetery in Sallisaw under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs BECK was born on May 25, 1922, in McKey to Henry Harold DOBBS and Bessie Jane (BYNUM) DOBBS. She died on Friday, Aug 10, 1012, in Sallisaw. She was a homemaker, teacher's aid and librarian at Vian High School.She was also an Avon representative for many years. She married Fred Albert BECK on June 7, 1947, in Goodland, Kan. He preceded her in death on Jan 28, 1995. Survivors include one son, Fred BECK of Sallisaw; two sisters, Opal Patsy HARRIS of San Antonio, Texas and Ora Lee KIRK of McKey; one brother, Oren Douglas DOBBS of McKey; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Pallbearers were her nephews.

Funeral services for Alvin Sherdan DECKER, 83, of Bokoshe, were held at 10 a m Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012, at the United Methodist Church in Bokoshe with the Revs Benny Walker and Joe Pierce officiating. Burial was at Milton Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral home of Spiro. Mr DECKER was born on Jan 20, 1929, in McCurtain to Phillip Sherdan and Dorthelia (BLAN) DECKER. He died on Sunday, Aug 12, 2012, in Poteau. He was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, the American Legion and Stigler VFW Post 4446. Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou (LOWELL) DECKER of the home; and several other family members and friends. Pallbearers were William "Dub" Powell, Brian Cassinger, Brian hays, Desmond Sides, Charles Henderson, Eddie Day and Luther Lovell. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Ardie Lee MARKHAM; and one brother, Doyle DECKER.

Graveside services for Jack GRAY, 82, of Spiro are being held at 2 p m, Thursday, Aug 16, 2012, at the National Cemetery in Fort Smith, Ark., with the Rev Bryan Fouts and Wayne Morton officiating under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral home of Spiro. Mr GRAY was born on July 3, 1930, in Leslie,
Ark., to William Bland GRAY and Cleo (HAMMONS) GRAY. He died on Monday, Aug 13, 2012, in Fort Smith. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and watching his boys play baseball He was a Navy Veteran from 1948-1952, where he served as a gunner's mate. Survivors include his wife, Mary GRAY of the home; three sons, Scott GRAY and wife, Tammy of Spiro, Barry GRAY and wife, Sharon of Sallisaw and Landon GRAY and wife,Tammy of Oklahoma City one sister, Genevia BIAS and husband, Jim of Cameron; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. he was preceded in death by his parents, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law. Family visitation is 6 to 8 p m Wednesday at the funeral home chapel in Spiro.

Phillip Wayne HAWLEY, 54, of Muldrow died on Thursday, Aug 9, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. he was born on May 17, 1958, in Wynne, Ark., to Earl B and Jeannie Inez (HOOD) HAWLEY. No formal service is planned at this time. Cremation will be under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Teena of the home; two daughters, Shanon Kay HUTCHINS of Liberty and Brandy Michell MILTON of Muldrow; one son, John Steven COX of Liberty; one sister, Peggy Louise KING of Truman, Ariz.; two brothers, Ronald HAWLEY of Liberty and Danny HAWLEY of Wynne; and five grandchildren.

Memorial services for Larry HONEYCUTT, 54, of Webbers Falls were held at 1:30 p m Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness in Checotah. Arrangements were under the direction of Add'vantage Funeral Service of Tulsa. Mr HONEYCUTT was born on Aug 20, 1957, to Kirby and Lettie Mae (SANDLIN) HONEYCUTT. He died on Thursday, Aug 9, 2012. He was a retired maintenance worker for the Muskogee Regional Medical Center.

Maye WELCH MYATT, was born on Sept 26, 1928, with her identical twin Faye, in Sallisaw in the home of their parents, Frank and Nannie WELCH. Maye was preceded in death by her parents; her older sister, Emma Geraldine GUMMERE; her twin, Faye WELCH HANLON; and her beloved husband of nearly 50 years, Billy Joe "Pink" MYATT. She will be forever missed by her daughters Nancylee MYATT and Celia SOUTH. Her sister-in-law, Ana MYATT. Her numerous nieces and nephews, including Tanya BEARD and husband, Al, and George GUMMERE, Cousins including Art and Doris BANDUCCI and Gary HALE, his brothers and children. As well as many dear friends, Carolyn and Ron LEAVERTON, Sandy GARNER, Msg. John O'DONNELL, along with those whose lives she touched from the neighborhoods and towns in California, Arkansas and Oklahoma, which she and Pink lived, worked and played in. Maye graduated from Sallisaw High School in 1947, and remained friends with her classmates throughout her life, returning to the reunions through the years. She went to her last class reunion two years ago. Maye continued her education in Miami, Okla, she then moved to Tulsa where she met Pink. They moved to Redondo Beach, Calif., where Maye cultivated friendships that would last a lifetime. She added her energy, creativity and love of life to everything she died. Maye was Girl Scout leader whose campouts became legendary. And a member of the PTA, where she performed in talent shows and helmed booths at the carnivals. Maye and Pink joined the Sportsman Club, where she worked at pancake breakfasts, fireworks stands and organized East egg hunts. Maye and Pink were charter members of the Rolling Hills Country Club, which started a life long love affair with golf, and more importantly, the friendships and fun a country club provided. When they moved back to Arkansas to retire and be closer to family, they became members of Harrison CC and Fayetteville CC. Through the years Maye put her office and business skills to work. She worked for Walsh Glass and Lair Oil. She and Pink owned and operated MYATT's Market/ Maye started her own carpet cleaning business covering northwest Arkansas and northeast Oklahoma. But May liked to say her best business moves were spent by Pink's sid. She was the consummate salesman's wife. A beautiful social butterfly who could throw a cocktail party together at the drop of a hot. Pink would confirm that he closed more deals having Maye of his arm. Maye loved to cook and entertain. She was a "yellow dog" Democrat and loved following politics. A Sooner an Razorback fan. She and pink loved to dance, at the club, at parties and in their living room. When they truly retired, they moved back to Maye's beloved home town of Sallisaw. Near her mother, her sisters, her cousins. She woke up everyday " Grateful for another sunrise: which he watched come up over the serene pasture and landscape where she started. and now Maye is home once again. Funeral services will be 11 a m Saturday, Aug 18, 2012, at Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with Burial at Brushy Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Memorial contributions may be made to Mercy Health Foundation in Honor of Maye WELCH MYATT to benefit Mercy Hospice Wing, P O Box 1700, Fort Smith, Ark. 72917. There will be a wake for Maye at 7 p m - ????? Friday, Aug 17, 2012, at The Cherokee Casino, Interstate 40 and U S Highway 59, Sallisaw, 800-256-2338. We will meet in the bar ....naturally. Please sign Ms. MYATT's online guestbook at www.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com.

Marily BAXTER SEAMAS, 44, of Spiro died on Sunday, July 29, 2012, in Poteau. She was born on Nov 9, 1967, to Amos and Hazel (BAXTER) ESTES PERKINS. The family will hold a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Survivors include three daughters, Diana BURNS and Rhythm WOODS, both of Spiro and Taylor SEAMAS of Heavener; her mother, of Spiro and one granddaughter.

Graveside services for Jimmy Lee SNYDER, 68, of Tulsa will be held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 17, 2012, at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Vian with the Rev Vernon Stone officiating under the direction of Agent Funeral home of Sallisaw. Mr SNYDER was born on Aug 30, 1943, in Tulsa to Betty WALLEN. he died on Friday, Aug 10, 2012, in Tulsa. He was a welder. Survivors include one stepson, Loyd CANDY of Aurora, Colo., Two brothers, Billy SNYDER of Inola and Jack CONRAD of Miami, Okla.; three grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dale SNYDER ; and his mother.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Funeral services for Opal B HEAPE, 90, of Sallisaw will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Aug 18, 2012, at the First Assembly of God Church in Sallisaw. Burial will be at Sallisaw City Cemetery under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. HEAPE was born on Jan 15, 1922, in Bly to James Robert HICKS and Lillie Mae (ADAMS) HICKS. She died on Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. She was a homemaker. She married Harry Leon HEAPE on July 25, 1942, in Nowata. He preceded her in death on Jan 6, 2008. Survivors include two daughters, Phyllis Jo SCHMIDT of Ingalls, Kan. and Kathy Jolene WINKLER of Cimarron, Kan.; two sons, Larry Gene HEAPE of Tulsa and Michael Leon HEAPE of Phoenix, Ariz.; one sister, Pauline WILSON of Camden, Ark.; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Marvin, Lyle and Eugene HICKS. Pallbearers will be the men of First Assembly of God Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Assembly of God Church.

Funeral services for Jackie Randal ROSS, 67, of Fairview, Mo., are being held at 2 p m Friday, Aug 17, 2012, at the Chapel of Grace in Monett, Mo. Burial is at Muncie Chapel Cemetery in Wheaton, Mo., under the direction of Clark Funeral Home of Granby, Mo. Mr ROSS was born on Oct 31, 1944, in Fort Smith, Ark. to Gus and Walsie (JONES) ROSS. He died on Tuesday, Aug 14, 2012, in Monett. He was a livestock farmer. He moved to Missouri from Sallisaw in 1998. He was a member of the Pentecostal Power House Church i n Muldrow. He enjoyed attending rodeos, playing music, going to church and being with his family. He married Crystal KEELING on Sept 10, 1984, in Fairview, Mo. Survivors include his wife, Crystal ROSS; five children, Jaben and Crystal of Muldrow; Robert and Sonja of Mt Vernon, Mo., Timothy and Shena of Cassville, Mo., and Christopher and Jackie Mae of the home; eight grandchildren; and three sisters, Peggy McALLISTER of Barling, Ark., Betty BAKER of Paduka, Ken, and Dottie CHESTER of Lansing, Ill.

Funeral services for Margie Fay WALTERS, 66, formerly of Vian, are being held at 10:30 a m Friday, Aug 17, 2012, at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with Pete Bennett officiating. Cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. WALTERS was born on Sept 13, 1945, in Gore to Edgar Levi GRIFFITH and Verna Liza (RIDER) GRIFFITH. She died on Monday, Aug 13, 2012, in Muskogee. She was a homemaker. Survivors include four daughters and one son-in-law, Tina Marie WILDCAT and Amy RAY, both of Okay, Brenda Sue AGUILERA of Fort Smith, Ark., and Patricia LANGLEY of Mulberry, Ark.; three sisters Martha HANEY of Gore, Betty HALL of Manford and Ruby BENNETT of Muskogee; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Dale BOYD, 74, of Muldrow died on Friday, Aug 17, 2012, in Tulsa. He was born on sept 17, 1937, in Long to Jody Monroe BOYD and Lucille (BUFFINGTON) BOYD. No formal service is planned at this time. arrangements are under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr BOYD was a upholsterer. He married Vicki Yvonne RIGGS on Feb 12, 1979, in Poteau. Survivors include his wife, Vicki BOYD of the home; four daughters, Gail HESSBROOK of Spring Beach, Texas, Delanna BOY of Emmerald Island, N C., and Donna ALLEN and Gwenda WALTERMIRE, both of Sallisaw; one son, Kevin HOLT of Muldrow; one brother, Bobby BOYD of Muldrow; one sister, Norma BOYD of Vian' 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Virginia BOYD and Mildred McALISTER; and four brothers, Gene, Marcus, Harold and R C BOYD.

Billie Charles FISHER, 85, passed away on Wednesday, Aug 8, 2012, in Tulsa. Bill was born on July 24, 1927, in Muldrow to Charles Henry and Pearlie Alice (JACKSON) FISHER. He grew up in Akins. where he received his first horse "Paint" when he was 12 years old. That festered a lifelong love of horses and his family continues to enjoy a long line of descendants for "Paint'. He married Lavern WOODWARD on Nov 13, 1945. They moved to Tulsa in 1949, to raise their family.He began a career in the tile business as a truck driver at Industrial Tile Company in Tulsa. After raising their kids, Bill and Lavern moved back to Sallisaw, where he started laying formica and ceramic tile for Caldwell Tile in Fort Smith, Ark. He later started working with his friend Jim Herndon, laying tile for the Charles Maddox Company in Sallisaw. Bill was an exceptional tile setter. During the years he would donate his time and talents, laying tile for many churches in the area. When asked why he didn't charge for his labor, he would always say, "You don't charge the Lord." he finally retired at the age of 81. Bill enjoyed riding horses with his family and friends. Those who were brave enough to stick with it learned a valuable lesson on how to never give up and "Get back on that horse!: His favorite pastime was putting on of his kids or grandkids on a horse and exploring the hills and woods around his home. His grandkids were amazed at the way he made a different trail every time, but never got lost even though he pretended to. He rode in many trail rides and parades, and especially looked forward to riding in the annual Okie Arkie Trail Ride, most recently with his sister, Chris. He and Lavern were long time members of First Christian Church in Sallisaw, where they made many dear friends. Bill is survived by Lavern, his wife of 66 years; daughters, Judy and Nick HUNT, Linda and Tom ANGLETON, Jackie FISHER and their son, Bill and Suzy FISHER; seven grandchildren, Craig FISHER, Brian and Katy HUNT, April and Rich CARVER, Keri BRAZEAL, Shannon and James PARKER, Ryan FISHER and his fiance, Jill and Courtney and Brian MOFFITT; 11 great-grandchildren, Kevin, Cherish, Alex, Hayden, Abigail, Sally, Ben, Chase, Susan Dylan and Ethan; adopted granddaughter, Amanda HOWELL and her children, Jon and Abby; sisters, Edna and Randy SLAUGHTER and Chris and Bill TALBOT; sister-in-law, Betty and Floyd HENDRIX; and there are many loving nieces and nephews, as well as many friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; siblings and spouses, Gladys and James WILSON, Mae and Bill LUCAS, Eurith and Cecil COTNER, Earl FISHER and Eual and Wanna FISHER/ he will be forever loved and missed. Happy trails Grandpa.

A family memorial service for Jack HARRELL, 86, of Vian will be held at 2 pm Saturday, Aug 25, 2012, at the United Methodist Church in Vian. Cremation is under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr HARRELL was born on March 25, 1926, in Fort Worth, Texas, to John W and Ella (LODGE) HARRELL. He died on Saturday, Aug 18, 2012, in Vian. Survivors include his wife, Glenda of the home; two daughters, Marsha SMITH of Wichita, Kan. and Paula BROWN and husband, Jim of Vian; one son, David HARRELL of Wichita; one sister, Velma MEULENGRACHT of Denver, Colo.; one brother, Ray HARRELL of Surprise, Ariz.; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two sisters, Ella CHASTEEN and Juanita JASON.

Clayton MEADOWS, of Sallisaw was born on Feb 26, 1950, in Pampa, Texas, to Johnny William and Lela Catherine (GRAY) MEADOWS and passed away on Saturday, Aug 18, 2012, in Oklahoma City at the age of 62. He is survived by his wife, Tana of the home; one daughter, Misty SPEIR and husband, John of Sallisaw; one son, Dulaney MEADOWS and wife, Becky of Sallisaw; one sister, Cathy JONES of Minneola, Fla.; one brother, Richard MEADOWS of Columbia, Mo.; his mother, Lela VISE of Pampa; and three grandchildren, Britton and Emily SPEIR and Alivia MEADOWS. He was preceded in death by his father, Johnny William MEADOWS and one brother, John Clyde MEADOWS. He was a city commissioner, retired firefighter for Sallisaw Fire Department and retired from the City of Sallisaw, where he worked in code enforcement. Funeral services will be 2 p m Thursday at Immanuel Baptist Church in Sallisaw with the Rev Bryan Duke and Mr Shannon Vann officiating. Burial will follow in Sallisaw City Cemetery under the direction of the Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Please sign Mr Meadow's online guestbook at www.mallory martinfuneral home.com

Funeral services for Mae MILLS TORBETT, 81, of Sallisaw are being held at 10 a m Wednesday, Aug 22, 2012, at Way of the Cross Freewill Baptist Church in Sallisaw with the Rev Jerry Copeland officiating. Burial is at Buffington Cemetery in Sallisaw under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mae TORBETT was born on Jan 15, 1931, in Pindall, Ark., to Harve A MILLS and Lola (HOPPIS) MILLS. She died on Friday, Aug 17, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. She was a homemaker. She married Everett L TORBETT on Jan 15, 1947, in Sallisaw. He preceded her in death on July 8, 2005. Survivors include one son, Johnny TORBETT of Sallisaw; three daughters, Palsy Ann JORDON of Stilwell, Roselee MURPHY of Van Buren, Ark., and Joyce Alene MARTIN of Oklahoma City; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and several other family members and fiends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one son Dennis TORBETT' three brothers, General, Noel and Billy MILLS: five sisters, Isabell GARY, Walsie HARL, Stella MARTIN, Millie McDORMAN and Nancy WOOD; and one son-in-law, James JORDON, Pallbearers are Steve Turner, James Jordon, Michael Torbett, Christopher Torbett, Robert Torbett and Nathaniel Torbett.

Graveside services for Stanley Glen "Ben Quick" WEBB, 64, of Keefton will be held at 11 a m Thursday, Aug 23, 2012, at Coleman Cemetery in Porum, with the Rev Cardell Coppin officiating under the direction of Millsap Funeral Service of Webbers Falls. Mr WEBB was born on June 1, 1948, in Elm Grove to Glee and Flores (FULLER) WEBB He died on Monday, Aug 20, 2012, in Webbers Falls. He worked as a truck drive and was a lifelong resident of the area. He enjoyed horses and always had one to sell or trade. He married Loretta KASH on June 4, 1973, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Loretta WEBB of Tahlequah; two daughters, Misty WEBB and partner, Brian CAUTHON of Webbers Falls and ShaAnna MASSEY and husband, Jacob of Muskogee; five grandchildren; brothers, Leamon WEBB and wife Linda of Webbers Falls, Paul WEBB and wife Pat, and Homer WEBB and wife, Judy, all of Muskogee; sister Pebble HERRIMAN and husband, J B, of Webbers Falls; his best friend and other brother, Donnie COPPIN; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Lonnie WEBB; his parents; brother, Virgil WEBB and four sisters, Margaret BALES, Fern CHRYSLER, Wilma COPPIN and Charlene FERGUSON.

Friday, August 24, 2012

Services for Edward David DeCOU, 79, of Muldrow will be held at 3 p m at Muldrow Music Row. Mr. DeCOU was born on June 3, 1933, in Bartlesville to Forrest DeCOU. and Bertha (BOUGHAM) DeCOU. He died on Monday, Aug 20, 2012, in Fort Smith Ark. Survivors include his wife, Betty of Roland; one daughter, Deborah O'DELL of Evansville, Ind.; one son David DeCOU of Roland; one sister, Forrestine WINSLOW of Tulsa; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Mary Lee SISNEY; and one granddaughter.

F. Bernice SIMONS DiGIACINTO, 91 of Sallisaw died on Tuesday, Aug 21, 2012, in Sallisaw. Bernice was born on Sept 17, 1920, in Gore, the daughter of Hubert H SIMONS and Cora Isabel(PATTERSON) SIMONS. She married Marco James DiGIACINTO on June 10, 1943, in Muskogee. He preceded her in death on July 29, 1986, in Muskogee. Mrs DiGIACINTO was an LPN at Sequoyah Memorial Hospital for over 40 years and a member of Eastside Baptist Church. Survivors are one daughter, Linda EGGLESTON of Sallisaw; 11 grandchildren, Debbie POWERS, Susan BARNES SNYDER, Michael EPPLER, Richard COCKRELL, Tina BYNUM, Justin DiGIACINTO, Donnie NEER Jr., Sherri CURTIS, Mary Jo HASTINGS, Christina SLATER and Jason EGGLESTON; 20 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Opal COCKRELL and Pat DiGIACINTO; one son, Rudy DiGIACINTO; five sisters, Christine, Ruth, Florence, Gracie and Reba; and three brothers, Hubert H SIMONS Jr., James SIMONS and Robert Dewey SIMONS. Funeral services are being held at 10 a m Friday, Aug 24, 2012, at Agent &Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Sallisaw with Bro Fred Applegate officiating. Burial is at the U S National Cemetery in Fort Smith, Ark. under the direction of Agent & Mallory-Martin Funeral Home. Active pallbearers are Buck Slater, Jimmy Curtis, Justin Curtis, Justin DiGiacinto, Donnie Neer and Robert Hastings. To send an electronic condolence to the family visit www.agentfunealhome.com

Connie DUNN of Gore came into this world on Feb 10, 1939, in Fordville, N D. She was the first child of Bert and Clotilda KOTASKA. Connie moved to California after graduating from high school. She married Raymond MACHADO in 1960, together they had two children, Tereasa and Mark. Seventeen years later Connie was blessed with her third child, Matthew. She loved her children unconditionally and was very passionate about life. She traveled to Cambodia on a mission trip with her church and also to Jerusalem. After moving to Oklahoma she became a very active member of the Gore United Methodist Church, where she served as church treasurer. She loved the theater and directed plays at church. She was very creative and a member of the Scissortail Art Club, painting several pictures. Connie was a "Social Butterfly", after moving into the Gore Nursing Center in 2012. She quickly became involved with socializing and activities. She played the part of Mrs Clause in the 2010 Gore Christmas Parade after her sketch won the design contest for the nursing home, and their float won first place. She was crowned Valentine Queen and was also selected as resident of the month for the nursing home. She loved her family, music and laughter. She enjoyed watching birds and all of Gods creations. After a long fight with cancer, she leaves behind her children, Tereasa and husband, Steven BARRICK of Gore, Mark MACHADO and wife, Anne of Newport Beach, Calif., and Matthew DUNN and partner, Mark PARREIRA of Aptos, Calif.; grandchildren, Crystal and husband, Derrick HORNBACK, Misty and husband, Cash TAYLOR, Cody BOYD, Dyland and wife, Shayla BOYD, Jake and Emily MACHADO, Nick and wife Leslie BARRICK and Neisha THORNTON; great grandchildren, Chloe, Jax and Avary HORNBACK, Naudya, Katelyn and Cali TAYLOR, Jayse BOYD, Alexus and Jamesa THONTON; thee sisters, Gloria and husband, Ross PARKER of Henderson, Nev., Alma and husband, Richard JOHNSON of Aptos and Rosalie and husband, Gary ANDREWS of Holiday Island, Ark.; one brother, Lauren and wife, Carol KOTASKA of Meirdian, Idaho; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. on Aug 13, 2012, she joined in heaven, her parents; and grandson Cory BOYD. Even in death Connie continues to give, she donated her body to the University of Oklahoma Willed Body Program. A celebration of life service will be 11 a m Saturday, Sept 1, 2012, at the Gore United Methodist Church.

Funeral services for Gene PARKER, 82, of Spiro will be held at 11 a m Saturday, Aug 25, 2012, at Mallory Martin Chapel in Spiro with Bro Gary Sebo officiating. Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mr PARKER was born on Jan 22, 1931, in Stigler to Ed and Nora (ROBERTSON) PARKER. He died on Monday Aug 20, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. He was a Korean Veteran. He was a salesman for Singer Sewing Machines and farm implements of Internal Harvester tractors. He also worked in security for Blue Ribbon Downs and AES plant. He was the owner and operator of Parker Dry Goods and Parker Glass Manufacturing. He enjoyed collecting knives and guns, fishing, hunting, telling stories, and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Doris of the home; three sons, Gene "Junior" PARKER Jr. and Chris PARKER and wife, Kelly, all of Spiro and Jack PARKER and wife, Freda of St Louis, Mo; four grandchildren; and two sisters, Ethel NEW of Bakersfield, Calif., and Esta Ray PEARCE and husband, Don of Maricopa, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Lawrene Ed PARKER, one sister, Faye PARKER; and four brothers, Roy, W.C., John and Billy PARKER. Pallbearers will be Gerald Underwood, Douglas Clark, Josh Parker,Gary Shipmen, Jeremy Clark, Lance Perdue, Greg Perdue, Rhyne Perdue, Brent Perdue and Rick Parker.

Graveside services for Johnie C RIDDLE, 76, of Roland were held at 2 p m Thursday at the Roland City Cemetery Pavilion under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel of Fort Smith, Ark. Mr RIDDLE was born on July 19, 1936, in Fort Smith. He died on Monday, Aug 20, 2012, in Fort Smith. He was of the Pentecostal faith and retired from Baldor Electric. Survivors include his wife, Alice of the home; one daughter, Vicki RIGGS of Muldrow; one son, Ron RIDDLE of Muldrow; one brother, Jay RIDDLE of Roland; two sisters, Lillian THOMPSON of Roland and Maggie OSBORNE of Muldrow; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Memorial services for George Fredrick "Bud" BENNETT, 81, will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Sept 1, at Notchietown Church with Howell Ferguson officiating. Mr BENNETT was born on June 17, 1931, to Thelma and Gleason BENNETT of Gore. He died on Sunday, Aug 26, 2012. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Jean BENNETT of the home; three daughters, Terri IRVING and Frances ARCHIBALD, both of Gore and Brenda BENNETT of Haskell; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and two adopted loves, Penny MAGEE of Oolagah and Tex RODDEN of Fort Gibson.

Funeral services for Harry B GRIFFITH, 79, of Muldrow were held at 2 p m Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012, at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev Curtis Bias officiating. Burial was at Muldrow Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr GRIFFITH was born on Aug 4, 1933, in Fredericktown, Mo., to Edward Guitar and Lillian (SHOOK) GRIFFITH. He died on Thursday, Aug 23, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Theresia of the home; four daughters, Charla GRIFFITH of Fort Smith, Lisa HAMMOCK of Muldrow, Sandy DUNCAN of Van Buren, Ark., and Rebecca WILLIAMS of Wagoner; two sons, William GRIFFITH of Jena, La., and Kenneth GRIFFITH of Gans; three sisters Annabelle WADE of Farmington, Mo.; and Virginia SHOOK and Linda SHOOK, both of Philadelphia, Pa.; two brothers, Gene GRIFFITH of Appomattox, Va., and Michael SHOOK of North Carolina; 17 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Bob GRIFFITH. Pallbearers were Johnny Kuhn, Keith KUHN, Wes Hammock, Theo Brooks, Ryan Griffith, and J C Hammock.

Terry HAYDEN, 55, of Muldrow died on Tuesday, Aug 21, 2012, in Muldrow. He was born on Sept 29, 1956, in Regansburg, Germany to Rodney A and Lula B HAYDEN. Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith, Ark. He was a maintenance man for Oakwood Apartments in Fort Smith. Survivors include one daughter, Heather HAYDEN of Roland; two sons, Shawn HAYDEN of Fort Smith and Heath HAYDEN of Liberty; one sister, Linda WOOD of Barling, Ark.; two brothers, Rick HAYDEN of Barling and Sam HAYDEN and wife, Fay, of Uniontown, Ark.; girlfriends, Kat JAMESON of Muldrow; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one son Seth HAYDEN.

Conley L PHIPPS, Sr. passed away on Sunday, Aug 26, 2012, of complications from West Nile Virus. He was born on April 2, 1935, in Henryetta to Thomas and Bernice (TIPTON) PHIPPS. He is survived by his son, Conley L PHIPPS II and wife, Stephanie of Tulsa; two sisters, Twyla ELLWANGER and husband, Bill of Bourbonnais, Ill. and Phala GILBERT of Yukon; and three grandchildren, Mackenzie, Trey and Mollie PHIPPS of Tulsa. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife of 48 years, Raymie PHIPPS. He graduated from Collinsville High School in 1953, where he was part of district championship basketball teams. He attended Texas A&M on a basketball scholarship and graduated from Northeastern State university with a BS and MS in education, where he was a member of the men's basketball team. PHIPPS coached high school basketball at Skiatook (1962-71) Sperry (1972-5) and Cleveland (1979-84) and was inducted into the Tournament of Champions Hall of Fame. Coach PHIPPS served as vice principal at Cleveland High School until his retirement in 1992. He also worked on the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and was a 40-plus year member of the Local Pipeliner;s Union 798. Upon retirement, PHIPPS remained passionate about his love of basketball and was an avid follower of the Oral Roberts' basketball team, as well as each of his grandchildren;s teams. Coach PHIPPS' colorful presence on the sidelines and in the stands will be missed by all. Services will be 10:30 a m Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012, at the Central Church of the Nazarene (between Sheridan and Memorial on 81st in Tulsa) Burial will be at 2:30 p m Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012, in Sallisaw City
Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Please sign Mr PHIPPS online guestbook at www.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com

Ruby Jane TAYLOR SPECK was born on Feb 11, 1923, in Carlile the daughter of William Lester TAYLOR and Maude Lina (CHANCEY) TAYLOR. She was married to Andrew James SPECK on May 29, 1942, in Sequoyah County. He preceded her in death on Aug 13, 2003. Mrs SPECK was a homemaker and Christian. She passed this life on Friday, Aug 24, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark., at the age of 89 years. Survivors are two daughters, Charlotte TRAMELL of Vian and Mildred Joan REYNOLDS of Broken Arrow; one son, Kip SPECK of Tulsa; four grandchildren, Bob TRAMELL of Vian, Katherine TRAMELL of Muskogee, Richard Tramell of Gore and Janice REYNOLDS WISDOM of Springdale, Ark.; five great-grandchildren, Marissa and Annie TRAMELL , Amber TRAMELL, Reilly and Jackson WISDOM; one sister, Neomia JOHNSON of Stilwell; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Elva CARGILL and Ice KEY; and one brother, Earnest TAYLOR. Graveside services were held at 2 p m Monday at the Vian Garden of Memories Pavillion with the Rev Tommy Ballard officiating. To send an electronic condolence to the family visit www.agentfuneralhome.com

Graveside services for Edward Keith WILLIAMS, Sr., 65, of Marble City will be held at 10 a m Thursday at Marble City Cemetery with the Rev John Flute officiating under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr WILLIAMS was born on Jan 28, 1947, in Marble City to Kenneth WILLIAMS and India Ola (WOODWARD) WILLIAMS. He died on Thursday, Aug 23, 2012, in Marble City. He was a carpenter. Survivors include two sons, Edward WILLIAMS Jr., of Marble City and Kevin WILLIAMS of Nevada, Texas; one sister, Darlene WRIGHT of Marble City; two brothers, Kenneth WILLIAMS of Owasso and Leon CAREY of Flute Springs; two grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by one son, Anthony WILLIAMS; his parents; and one brother, Ronald WILLIAMS .

Friday, August 31, 2012

Funeral services for Darren Wayne AKINS, 26, will be held at 2:30 p m Saturday, Sept 1, 2012, at Spiro First Assembly of God Church with the Rev Robert Hill officiating. Burial will be at Spiro City Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mr AKINS was born on March 12, 1986, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Marty AKINS and Tawnya (COSGROVE) AKINS. He died on Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012, in Fort Smith. He was a 2004 Spiro High School graduate and a 2008 University of Arkansas, Fort Smith graduate with a degree in Radiography. He was employed by Mobilex in Little Rock, Ark. Survivors include his parents of Spiro; one sister, Melanie BRUNK of Sallisaw; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather,\; an uncle; and one cousin. The pallbearers will be Joe Copien, Brad Smith, Trey Weaver, Darryl Dees, Dale Brunk and Dillan Brunk. The family will visit with friends from 6 to 8 p m Friday at the funeral home.

Godfrey Ray BRANT of Sallisaw, was born on Oct 20, 1937, in Stigler to D C and Lizzie BRANT and passed away Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012, at the age of 74. Godfrey was a 1955 Stigler High School graduate and a 1959 Oklahoma State graduate with a bachelor's degree in Animal Science. Upon graduation from college, he was employed with the Soil Conservation Service at Coalgate, where he married his wife, Joyce in 1962. In 1965 he moved to Sallisaw with the Soil Conservation Service. Later he became an Ag Chemical Salesman for F M C Corporation. His real love was his Angus cattle ranch near Sallisaw. In addition to his cattle he raised registered Duroc hogs for over 20 years. He served in the Air Force Reserves in the 1960s. He is survived by his wife, Joyce of the home; two daughters, Joy Kay WILLIAMS and husband, David of Wichita, Kan, and Ginger Rae ALBIN and husband, Ben of Tulsa; one son, Jeffrey Ray BRANT and wife, Molly of Redland; one brother, Dr Douglas W BRANT and wife, Lyn of Edmond; five grandchildren, Kayleen WILLIAMS, John . WILLIAMS, Brooklyn ALBIN, Joseph ALBIN and Alex BRANT. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 11 a m on Saturday, Sept 1, 2012, at the Agent & Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with Dr Trevor Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Sallisaw City Cemetery under the direction of Agent & Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Viewing will be from 10 a m to 8 p m Friday at Agent & Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Active pallbearers will be Dink Scott, Joe Brunk, David Williams, Ben Albin, Matt Hagee and Grant Spears. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Brunk, Ted Stamps, Dan Callahan, Robert :"Tex" Wood and Glenn Craft. To send an electronic condolence to the family visit www.agentfuneralhome.com.

Funeral services for Bertha Marie EUBANK, 61, of Spiro are being held at 2 pm Friday, Aug 31, 2012, at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Spiro with the Rev Shawn Caldwell officiating. Burial is at New Hope Cemetery under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mrs EUBANK was born on Jan 24, 1951, in Mt Ida, Ark. to Otis Jefferson and Bertha E (McKAY) CRANFILL. She died on Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012 in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include her companion, Jimmy HALE of Spiro, one daughter, Beck BECKES of Queen City, Texas; one son, John D GREEN and wife, Misty of Hixson, Tenn; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lola WHITE of Star City, Ark., Gladys McPIKE of Sand Point, Idaho, Sadie BUSKIRK of Roland and Helen FIELDS of Siloam Springs, Ark.; and several other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Elmer CRANFILL.

Funeral services for Theresia Lorraine PRATT LASTER, 56, of Muldrow will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Sept 1, 2012, at Mineral Springs Freewill Baptist Church in Muldrow with the Rev Mike Fields officiating. Burial will be at Blackjack Cemetery in Muldrow under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mrs LASTER was born on May 26, 1956, in Sallisaw to Vernon Anderson PRATT and Wanda Lucille (ASHER) PRATT. She died on Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. She was a caregiver. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Miranda and tony MATLOCK of Muldrow; one son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Sandi LASTER of Muldrow; three grandchildren; and four brothers, James PRATT and Kendall ASHER, both of Muldrow, Vernon PRATT Jr., of Sallisaw and Jesse PRATT of Roland. She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Jo ASHER, Charles "Chock" PRATT, Billy Ray PRATT and Lloyd PRATT and one sister, Barbara HAMBY. Pallbearers will be Christopher Laster, David Pratt, Eddie Pratt, Jesse Pratt Jr., Chance Asher and Chad Asher.

Samuel "Charlie" MILLER, 45, of Gore passed away on Tuesday, Aug 28, 2012, in Fort Smith, Ark. Mr MILLER was born on Aug 24, 1967 in Fort Smith the son of Richard Johnson MILLER and Janet Rose (RICHARDSON) MILLER. He married Tammy Kay WASHINGTON MILLER on Nov 13, 1993, in Van Buren, Ark. Mr MILLER was a forklift operator and of the Baptist faith. Survivors are his wife, Tammy of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Kassy and Milton GRIFFIN of Fort Smith; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Chris and Shaunna, and Robbie MILLS, all of Gore and Keith and DeAnna MILLER of Spokane, Wash.; eight grandchildren, Gavin, D J , Lake, Christian, Matthew, Gabryal, Christian and Hayden; his mother, Jane MILLER of Sallisaw; his father, Richard MILLER of Sallisaw; one sister, Nancy MILLER of Sallisaw; and one brother, Scott MILLER of Muldrow. Services will be held at 2 p m Tuesday Sept 4, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Gore with the Rev Craig Clark officiating. Burial will be held at Sallisaw City Cemetery under the direction of Agent Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Viewing will be from 10 a m to 8 p m Saturday, 1 to 8 p m Sunday, and 10 a m to 8 p m at Agent & Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Sallisaw.

Graveside services for Wilson SEQUICHIE, 93, of Vian will be held at 10 a m Saturday, Sept , 2012, at Stevenson Cemetery in Gore with the Rev Tommy Ballard officiating under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr SEQUICHIE was born on Nov 15, 1918, in Qualls to Squirrell SEQUICHIE and Lydia (PROCTOR) SEQUICHIE. He died on Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012, in Vian. He was retired from Northeast Steel. Survivors include two daughters, Betty B ROSE of Tulsa and Lavaughn LEE of Gore; two sons, Georg SEQUICHIE of Catoosa and Kenneth SEQUICHIE of Vian; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret in 1989; two daughters, Dale SNYDER and Dorothy McCULLY; six sons, Johnny, Billy, Gary, Wilson Jr., Jerry and Tommy SEQUICHIE; his parents; and several brothers and sisters. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Sequichie, Joe Sequichie, Sherman Olive, R C Harris, Brian Brewer and Greg Sequichie.

Charles Edward SUTTON, 76, passed away Wednesday, Aug 29, 2012, at his home in Wagoner. He was born on Jan 9, 1936, in Muldrow to Willie Joshua SUTTON and Sallie Irene (EDWARDS) SUTTON. He served in the U S Navy on active duty from 1935-1937, primarily aboard the battle ship U S S New Jersey. He married Nora Mae EDWARDS on Aug 22, 1958. He retired in 1995 after more than 35 years in various small businesses, including Green Country Grocery and Barber Shop in Wagoner. Charles enjoyed playing guitar, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the Church of Christ in Wagoner. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Nora Mae (EDWARDS) SUTTON of the home; son, Tim SUTTON and wife, Sandy; son Wendell SUTTON and wife, Elaine; daughter, Charlene HOLMAN and husband, Randy; sisters, Rose (Doogie) RIGGS and Melba MORGAN; five grandchildren, Krystina, Joshua, Scott, Shea and Blair; and four great-grandchildren, Lea, Leila, Jacob and Kendrick. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; five sisters; and two infant sons. A graveside service will be held at 2 p m Saturday, Sept 1, 2012, at Blackjack Cemetery, northwest of Muldrow.

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