JANUARY 2009

SEQUOYAH COUNTY OBITS JANUARY 2009

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Thursday, January 1, 2009

Graveside services for Brenda Sue ALLEN, 43, of Vian, were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Round Mountain Cemetery, west of Vian, with the Rev Vernon Stone officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. She was born Feb. 16, 1965, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Starlin Tex ALLEN and Violet Josephine (RADFORD) ALLEN. She died Monday, Dec 29, 2008, in Fort Smith. Survivors include her mother, of Vian; two sisters, Alice and Emma; four brothers, Steve, Marlin, Keith and Ronnie; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father and one brother, Paul RADFORD.

Funeral services for Thomas BLACKBIRD, 77, of Vian, are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Agent Chapel in Sallisaw with the Revs Dwain Hardbarger and Charlie Holcomb officiating. Burial is in McCoy Evening Shade Cemetery, north of Vian, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. BLACKBIRD was born March 9, 1931, in Evening Shade, to Tom BLACKBIRD and Lydia (STUDIE) BLACKBIRD. He died Sunday, Dec 28, 2008, in Vian. Survivors include one son Dennis; one sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Jim; one nephew; three great-nieces; two great-nephews; and several cousins and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for D. C. CHERRY, 85, of Muldrow, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev. Thomas Corringan officiating. Burial was in Muldrow Memory Garden, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. CHERRY was born Oct. 24, 1923, in Paw Paw, to Dave C. CHERRY and Eva Lou LANGFORD. He died Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008, in Muldrow. He married Robbie Sue CONDREN, Dec. 15, 1945, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Robbie Sue of the home; four sons and daughters-in-law, Pat Allen and Rosemary, Don Page and Charlene, Rickey D. and Vickie, and L.A. and Kathy; four daughters and sons-in-law, Connie Sue and Wesley, Vicki and Danny, Betty and Ron, and Marsha and Dale; 23 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Melvin CHERRY and three sisters, Lillian SMITH, Hazel HIXON and Dorothy CHERRY.

Rosalia Mary COTTRELL, 63, of Sallisaw, died on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. COTTRELL was born May 29, 1945, in Chicago, Ill., to Peter Michael MILLS and Maria (RICHESON) MILLS. She married Cecil Jim COTTRELL, June 25, 1976, in Riverside, Calif. He preceded her in death, June 22, 2003, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include two daughters, Chris and Lorrie; two sons, Richard and Peter; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one brother, Richard; and several other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Dale Darlene MORRIS COX, 69, of Vian, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Vian High School Auditorium in Vian with the Rev. T. D. Drew officiating. Burial was in the Garden of Memories Cemetery, in Vian, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. COX was born Oct. 13, 1939, in Sycamore, to Jim Watt MORRIS and Louella (SMITH) MORRIS. He died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, in Vian. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Keith; one son and daughter-in-law, Dale and Laura; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Connie and Ludie; one brother, Henry; one nephew; and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Hastings, Sonny and Hoolie MORRIS and two sisters, Ellen TILLER and Jewel FRANKLIN.

Funeral services for Buster T. DAVIS, 87, of Vian, are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Blackgum Baptist Church with the Rev. Dale Ritter officiating. Burial is in Box Cemetery, north of Vian, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. DAVIS was born Jan. 1, 1921, in Blackgum, to Charley A. DAVIS and Lula Ann (McFARLAND) DAVIS. He died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, in Vian. He married Freeda M. BAKER, Jan. 1, 1940, in Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Freeda of the home; one daughter, Sandra; one son, Jerry; two sisters, Mary and Melvin; five brothers, Robert Benson, Wylie, Albert “Doc”, Raymond “Red”, and Jack; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Donna FURY in 2006, his parents and 10 brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for Frank FORD, 80, of Sallisaw, were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Mallory-Martin Funeral Chapel in Sallisaw with the Revs. Carl Page and Leon Farley officiating. Burial was in Dwight Mission Cemetery, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. FORD was born Jan. 2, 1928, in Dwight Mission, to Robert Clifton FORD and Edna (ROBERTSON) FORD. He died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, in Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Marie of the home; one sister, Doris; and a host of friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Carlena, and two daughters.

Funeral services for Andy J. GIPSON, 88, of Muldrow, were held at 3 p.m. Tuesday at the First Assembly of God Church in Muldrow with the Rev. Ted Stamps and David Key officiating. Burial was in Blackjack Cemetery, in Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. GIPSON was born Dec. 14, 1920, in Muldrow, to Coleman A. GIPSON and Maud HURT. He died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, in Muldrow. He married Nelma Lea FOLSOM, Feb. 27, 1943, in Sallisaw. She preceded him in death, March 11, 2008, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Virginia and Frank, Lynda and David, and LaVeta; one son and daughter-in-law, Max and Sandi; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister, Linnie; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by his parents, 10 brothers and sisters and three grandchildren, Kristopher, Justin and Ashley GUNTER.

Funeral services for Hazel Faye HIXSON, 90, of Tahlequah, formerly of Muldrow, were held at 9 a.m. Monday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev. Carl Fugett officiating. Burial was in the U.S. National Cemetery, in Fort Smith, Ark., under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mrs. HIXSON was born Sept. 5, 1918, in Muldrow, to Dave C. CHERRY and Eva Lou (LANGFORD) CHERRY. She died Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008, in Tahlequah. She married Evert HIXSON, May 7, 1937, in Muldrow. He preceded her in death, June 11, 2005, in Muskogee. Survivors include three daughters, Sheryal Jean, Carol Janet, and Pamela Ann; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Melvin and D. C. CHERRY and two sisters, Lillian SMITH and Dorothy CHERRY.

Graveside services for Perry McNAIR Jr., 62, of Sallisaw, are being held at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the Fort Gibson National Cemetery with Dr. Lee Woodard officiating, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Spiro. Mr. McNAIR was born March 28, 1946, in Kittery, Mass., to Perry Rich Sr. and Charlotte (ROGERS) McNAIR. He died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Drucella of the home; two daughters, Amy and Jenenna; three sons, Perry R., III, Vince and Michael; two sisters, Phyllis and Marlene; mother, Charlotte MASKER; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Harland MASKER.

Funeral services for Frank OWENS, 91, of Muldrow, were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev. Charles Gower officiating. Burial was in Muldrow Memory Garden, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. OWENS was born Jan. 14, 1917, in Cottonwood, to Marion Franklin OWENS and Cassie Maud (ROGERS) OWENS. He died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, in Sallisaw. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, M. L. and Phyllis, Carl and Joyce, and Patrick and Zoe; three grandchildren; five great-grandsons; two sisters, Velma and Lois; one brother, Dale; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Alean (TRAWEEK) OWENS, two sisters, Anges MORTON and Beulah WATTS, one brother, Willard OWENS and two great-grandchildren, Emello ZUNIGA and Brook OWENS.

Funeral services for Wesley SALLINGS, 79, of Webbers Falls, were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Millsap Funeral Chapel in Webbers Falls with the Rev. Wendell Cox officiating. Burial was in the Memorial Park Cemetery, in Muskogee, under the direction of Millsap Funeral Service of Webbers Falls. Mr. SALLINGS was born Sept. 20, 1929, in Braggs, to Wesley Sr. and Effie (DUNBACK) SALLINGS. He died Friday, Dec. 26, 2008, in Webbers Falls. He married Reba SIMMONS, Feb. 2, 1975, in Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Reba SALLINGS of the home; two step-children, Jo Ann, and Rick and Connie; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Harold Dean WALLACE, 77, of Muldrow, were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Revs. Tom Barton, Raymond Chronister and Bro. Blake Rainwater officiating. Burial was in Maple Cemetery, in Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. WALLACE was born April 12, 1931, in Maple, to Lester WALLACE and Mae (TORBETT) WALLACE. He died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008, in Fort Smith, Ark. He married Claris MORGAN, Dec. 22, 1951, in Van Buren, Ark. She preceded him in death, July 19, 2007, in Sallisaw. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Dr. Jon, and Carol and Darrell; four sons and three daughters-in-law, Gary and Deborah, Michael, and Dwight and Gail, and Terry and Lisa; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Bernice, Joann, and Mildred; and four brothers, Herbert, Junior, Sanford, and Wayne. He was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Dale and Bobby Don.

Funeral services for Jimmy Ray WILSON, 57, of Sallisaw, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Agent Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev. Randy Farmer officiating. Burial was in Seabolt Cemetery, north of Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. WILSON was born March 1, 1951, in Muldrow, to Curtis WILSON and Tressie (CLIMER) WILSON. He died Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008, in Sallisaw. He married Shondean WATSON GOSCINSKI, Sept. 6, 2006, in Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Shondean of the home; four daughters, Tena, Cyndi, Judy and Latricia; two sons, Curtis and Chris; mother; two sisters, Pam and Angie; two brothers, Timmy and Larry; 20 grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Darrell WILSON.

Sunday, January 4, 2009

Funeral services for W.O. CHERRY Jr., 88, of Roland, were held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Calvary Temple Full Gospel Church in Sallisaw with the Revs. Wayne Efurd and Tommy Noel officiating. Burial was in Roland City Cemetery, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. CHERRY was born Oct. 8, 1920, in Paw Paw, to William O. CHERRY Sr. and Nettie (SCOTT) CHERRY. He died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, in Sallisaw. He married Inez NORMAN, Nov. 14, 1941, in Paw Paw. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Inez of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Dwight; one son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Gina; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, J.T. and Hermena; four sisters and one brother-in-law, Mildred, Alta, and Norma Jo and Wayne, and Bernice; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Eula PAYNE and Evelyn GREEN and two brothers, Orville Doc CHERRY and Fritts CHERRY.

Funeral services for Bruce Wayne GASH, 61, of Tulsa, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in Tulsa with the Rev. Mary Ann Hill officiating. Cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. GASH was born May 20, 1947, in Oklahoma City, to Owen V. GASH and Virginia Lee (LINKER) GASH. He died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, in Tulsa. Survivors include one brother, David; and a host of friends.

Funeral services for Jessie Kathleen HAMBY, 76, of Spiro, are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Southside House of Worship in Spiro with Bros. Eddie Blakenship and O.M. Wilson officiating. Burial is in New Hope Cemetery, in Spiro, under the direction of Grace Manor Funeral Home of Poteau. Mrs. HAMBY was born Feb. 17, 1932, in Nubbin Ridge, to J.O. and Jessie GOFF. She died Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, in Spiro. Survivors include one son, Geary and wife, Sue; three daughters, Kathy Diane, Pansey Kay and her husband, James, and Mary Sue and her husband, Benny; brother, James Ray and his wife, Ann; three sisters, Dorothy, Thena Fay and her husband, Don, and Erma and her husband, Layne; three grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Lee HAMBY and four grandchildren, Geary Edward HAMBY, Charles Wayne HAMBY, Jimmy Lee MARTIN and Andrew Don HONEYCUTT.

Funeral services for Helen W. JAMES, 73, of Sallisaw, are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Immanuel Baptist Church in Sallisaw with Davis Ward, Pastor Kevin Peterson, Sam McCawley and Carroll Huggins officiating. Burial is in the Sallisaw City Cemetery, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. JAMES was born Oct. 17, 1935, in Badger Lee, to William Henry WOODS and Modene (STEELY) WOODS. She died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, in Fort Smith, Ark. She married William Kenneth JAMES Sr., July 19, 1952, in Sallisaw. Survivors include her husband, Ken of the home; two sons and one daughter-in-law, Bill and Rhonda, and Mark Dewayne; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; mother; one sister and brother-in-law, Fran and Nelson; one aunt, Emma; one niece; twin great-niece and nephew; and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father and one sister, JoEllen FLETCHER.

Graveside services for C.B. YOUNG, 61, of Sallisaw, are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Marble City Cemetery with the Rev. Edward Daniels officiating, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. YOUNG was born Feb. 26, 1947, in Sallisaw, to William B. YOUNG and Margaret (LEONARD) YOUNG. He died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, in Sallisaw. Survivors include three sisters, Velma, Ella Marie, and Janae and Charlie; one brother, Robert and Donna; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Danny Lee YOUNG.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Funeral seervices for Mary Darlene CATO, 61, of Vian were held at 2 pm Tuesday at Blackgum Harvestive Church in Vian with the Rev Chris Armer officiating. Burial was in Box Cemetery, in Vian, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs CATO was born March 27, 147, in Claude, Texas, to Ivan Lonnie GROSSMAN and Frances Fern (McCLELLAN) GROSSMAN. She died Saturday, Jan 3, 2009, in Tulsa. She married Billy Eugene CATO, July 15, 1964, in Clayton, N M. Survivors include her husband, Bill of the home; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Mark and Sherry, Darryl and Ginger, and Chris; two grandchildren; three sisters, Shirley, Patsy and Betty; two brothers, Bob and James; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Francis Loverne GROSSMAN.

Funeral services for Charlie FLUTE, 84, of Flute Springs, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev. Johnnie Flute and Solomon Mockicin officiating. Burial was in Flute Springs Cemetery, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. FLUTE was born April 13, 1924, to John Jr. FLUTE and Mollie (MUSH) FLUTE. He died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include two daughters, Rosie, and Nita and Jerry; one son, Leon; one sister, Sarah; two brothers, Johnnie Mack and Calvin. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Leona, great-granddaughter, Kylee Faith GRIMMETT, two brothers, Thomas and Homer FLUTE and one sister, Betty CHRISTIE.

Funeral services for W. L. “Bud” GLADD, 78, of Fort Gibson, were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, at the Millsap Funeral Service Chapel in Fort Gibson with the Rev. Tommy Honeycutt officiating. Burial was in Citizens Cemetery, in Fort Gibson, under the direction of Millsap Funeral Service of Fort Gibson. Mr. GLADD was born Aug. 9, 1930, in Tahlequah, to Joseph “Tang” and Pauline (LOWERY) GLADD. He died Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, in Tahlequah. He married Joan BENGE, June 20, 1953, in Tahlequah. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Joan GLADD of the home; son, Lee “Bully”; two granddaughters; three grandsons; one great-grandson; three great-granddaughters; sisters, Betty Jo, Sarah and her husband, Charles, Patti and her husband, Jim, Jean and her husband, Glenn, and Gladys and her husband, M. E., Jerry and his wife, Evelyn, and Frank and his wife, Janet; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughters, Shryln GLADD LEE, sister, Mary Lou DOBSON and brother, Paul GLADD.

Funeral services for Helen Len LAMON, 76, of Vian, will be held at 3 p m Friday at the Blackgum Harvestime Church in Vian with the Rev Chris Armer officiating. Cremation will be under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Salliaw. Mrs LAMON was born May 6, 1932, in Pond Creek, to Frank HUGHES and Opal Esther HUGHES LeBLANC. She died Sunday, Jan 4, 2009, in Vian. She married Roland "Jim" LAMON, Dec 27, 1972, in Security, Colo. Survivors include her husband, Jim of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Paul; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Robert, Harry and Elizabeth, and Thomas and Chrlie; two grandsons; five great-grandchldren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Leroy and June, and Leon and Suzanne; and step-mother, Wsirh HUGHES. She was preceded in death by one son, Richard Lee PHERSON, one great-grandson, Jaiden DOZIER and her parents.

Funeral services for J.W. McALPIN, 84, of Fort Smith, Ark., are being held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Ocker-Putman Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial is in the U.S. National Cemetery, in Fort Smith, with full military honors, under the direction of Ocker-Putman Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mr. McALPIN died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in a local hospital. Survivors include his wife, Marie McALPIN of Fort Smith; two daughters, Debbie and JoAnn; one step-daughter, Mary; three sons, David, Rickie and Dickie; three step-sons, Larry, Able and Tim; three sisters, Louven, Peggy and Charlene; 15 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Memorial services for Charles C. MacLACHLAN, 54, will be held at a later date. Cremation was under the direction of Davis Funeral Home, Inc. of Riverton, Wyo. Mr. MacLACHLAN was born April 28, 2954, in Austin, Minn. He died Wednesday, Dec 31, 2008. Survivors include two sons, Jeremy and his wife Cindy, and Joshua and his wife, Jessica; four grandchildren; two sisters, Barbara and her husband, Howard, and Charlene and her husband, Steve. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles W. MacLACHLAN, mother, Lois M. (BARKER) MacLACHLAN, and brother, Denny MacLACHLAN.

Graveside services for Freda Alene McMILLON, 49, of Sand Springs, were held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Akins Cemetery in Sallisaw with the Rev. Monroe Lowrimore officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. McMILLON was born Jan. 16, 1959, in Jackson, Miss., to Freddie McMILLON and Durie Bernice (GOBLE) McMILLON. She died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, in Sand Springs. Survivors include companion, Doyle; one daughter, Melissa Bernice; four sons, Billy Ray, Arthur Reid, Ricky Byron and Reford Lee; two sisters, Shelly Bernice and Starr Lin; one brother, Richard Willis; 10 grandchildren; and several other nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services for Jawanda Ann “Jo” BEGLEY-MOZINGO, 73, of Pryor, were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in Pryor. Graveside services were at 4 p.m. in Akins Cemetery, in Sallisaw, under the direction of Key Funeral Home of Pryor. Mrs. MOZINGO was born May 24, 1934, in Kellyville, to Floyd Woodrow BEGLEY and Lenora Dovie (MOORE) BEGLEY. She died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, in Pryor. Survivors include her husband, Bob MOZINGO of Pryor; one brother, Clinton; one sister, Elaine and her husband, Greg; two daughters, Myrl and her husband, Rick, and Jana; son, Troy J. “T.J.” and his wife, Betsy; step-daughters, Debbie, and Sherri and her husband, Danny; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; eight nieces and nephews; and other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Clayton Edward BEGLEY of Oologah.

Private funeral services for Carolyn Marie QUEEN, 47, of Vian, are being held. Arrangements are under the direction of Milsap Funeral serice of Webers Falls. Mrs. QUEEN was born Sept 2, 1961, in Prince William County, to David Mitchell BLAKE and Molly Bell (LESTER) BLAKE. She died Sunday, Jan 4, 2009, in Vian. She married Tommy QUEEN, April 9, 1973 in Virginia. Survivors include her husband, Tommy QUEEN of the home; two daughters, Decola and Tonya; and two sisters, Wilda and Beverly.

Memorial services for Lisa Ann WALLACE, 47, of Muldrow, will be held at 10 a m Friday at the First Baptist Church in Poteau, under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel of Fort Smith, Ark. Mrs. WALLACE was born Dec 2, 1961, in Tulsa. She died Monday, Jan 5, 2009, in Fort Smith. Survivors include her husband, Terry WALLACE of the home; father and step-mother, Bobby and Wanda DOREY; one brother, Mike and his wife, Robin; one step-brother, Kyle; two step-sisters, Dana and Aimee; and numerous nieces and nephews; extended family Judy and Dr. Jon, and Carol and Darrell, Gary and Deborah., Michael, and Dwight and Gail. She was preceded indeath by her mother, Diana DOREY.

Memorial services for Ralph “Cochise” WEBB, 80, of Sallisaw, will be held at a later date. Cremation was under the direction of Westfield Chapel of Springdale. Mr. WEBB was born March 20, 1928, in Arbuckle, Island, Ark., to Oscar Odell and Lula Belle (ELKINS) WEBB. He died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include one son, Ralph “Rusty"; three daughters, Brenda Gail, Darla Joy and Debbie; 16 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sharon Kay NICHOLS.

Graveside services for Donald Wayne WINKLE, 80, of Vian, were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the White Cemetery in Gore with the Rev. Floyd Collins officiating, under the direction of Millsap Funeral Service of Webbers Falls. Mr. WINKLE was born June 4, 1928, in Tulsa, to Fred and Lela (VIBBENS) WINKLE. He died Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, in Muskogee. Survivors include his children, Buddy, Carl, Linda, Debbra and Freddie; one sister, Mary Lour REYNOLDS of Eufaula; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Funeral services for Rickey Hugh HARMON Sr., 59, of Roland, were held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev. Andy O’Neal officiating. Burial was in Roland City Cemetery, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. HARMON was born March 14, 1949, in Muldrow, to Geneva HARMON. He died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in Roland. He married Sandra Sue BRYAN, Jan. 24, 1970, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include his wife, Sandy of the home; one daughter, Tammy; one son, Rickey; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; mother, Geneva OWENS; six sisters, Janie, Jolene, Kaye, Rosemary, Cammie and Terrie; three brothers, Michael, Roger and Robert “Bo”; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, William O. PERCEFUL Sr. and one brother, William O. PERCEFUL Jr.

Larry Wayne ROFKAHR, 37, of Muldrow, died on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in Tulsa. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood, Ark. Mr. ROFKAHR was employed by Yaffe Iron. Survivors include his wife, Michelle ROFKAHR; one son, Avery; parents, Gerald and Sue ROFKAHR; grandmother, Louise ZOLLIECOFFER; one sister, Krisa; and two brothers, Alvin and Jerry.

Graveside services for Tommy Ray SHARP, 67, of Mulberry, Ark., formerly of Muldrow, are being held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Muldrow Memory Garden with the Rev. Kenneth Fielder officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. SHARP was born May 1, 1941, in Arkansas, to Clifford Lafay SHARP and Delta Estelle Frances (DAVID) SHARP. He died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include two daughters, Jennifer and Amanda; two grandchildren; one sister, Geneva; four brothers, Buck, Virgil, David, and Jerry Don; several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends; mother of his children, Linda; and two step-sons, James and Calvin. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Amber SHARP, one sister, Maxine JACKSON and five brothers, Clifford SHARP Jr., Robert Lee SHARP, Johnny Wayne SHARP, Leon Henry SHARP and Billy Joe SHARP.

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Funeral services for Robert Daniel BIRDWELL, 82, of Sallisaw, will be held at 11 a m Friday at the Agent Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev Monroe Lowrimore officiating. Burial will be in the US National Cemetery, in Fort Smith, Ark., under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. BIRDWELL was born Feb 21, 1926, in Vinita, to John Collum BIRDWELL and Charlcye Etta (BELL) BIRDWELL. He died Monday, Jan 12, 2009, in Muskogee. He married Betty MORGAN, July 4, 1963, in Tulsa. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Betty of the home; one brother, Chaplin Collum Dealva, Col. (Retired) and wife Roberta. one sister Colette; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

Pearlie Mae COPELAND, 88, of Sallisaw died on Tuesday, Jan 13, 2009 in Sallisaw. No formal service is planed and cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Mrs. COPELAND was born Nov 24, 1920, in Sallisaw, to Ed ATKERSON and Carrie (FANOR) ATKERSON. Survivors include one son, Isaac; two daughters, Kathy and Lucy; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn; and several other relatives and friends.

Graveside services for Carl Edward COVINGTON, 62, of Roland, were held at 10 a m Saturday, Dec 27, at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Vian with the Rev David Clewell officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. COVINGTON was born March 4, 1946, in Gore, to John COVINGTON and Mary (KIDD) COVINGTON. He died Wednesday, Dec 24, 2008, in Fort Smtih, Ark. He married Sandra Gayle STOVALL, Dec 30, 1998, in Sallisaw. Survivors include his wife, Sandra of the home; one daughter, Karie; two sons, Robert and Randy; one step-son, Donnie Jr.; one step-daughter, Lisa; nine grandchildren; three sisters, Darlene, Shirley and Beatrice; two brothers, Lewis and James; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Barbara Kay PATTERSON COVINGTON.

Funeral services for Curtis Dean DAVENPORT, 74, of Muldrow, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with Bro Cliff Ahart officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. DAVENPORT was born Aug 15, 1934, in Greenville, S C, to William Easton DAVENPORT and Louise Hattie (TAYLOR) DAVENPORT. He died Friday, Jan 9, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. He married Lois Arlene CLARK, May 2, 1962, in Richmond, Va. Survivors include his wife, Lois of the home; three daughters and two sons-in-law, Debra and Miguel, Kathy and Mike, and Linda Diane; two sons, Gary and John Dean; seven grandchildren; three great-grandsons; one brother and sister-in-law, Cecil and Lizzie; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Larry Dean GRIFFIN and two brothers, Pete and Ray DAVENPORT.

Funeral services for Calvin Watie "Ricky" DORITY, 52, of Sallisaw were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Agent Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev Monroe Lowrimore officiating. Burial was in the Sallisaw City Cemetery, under the direction of Agnet Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. DORITY was born March 2, 1956, in Sallisaw, to Lucille BRUTON CLOVER. He died Saturday, Jan 10, 2009, in Sallisaw. He married Patricia Lynn TUNNELL, June 14, 1983, in Stilwell. Survivors include his wife, Patricia of the home; four daughters, Christina, Laura and, fiancee, Ashley, Melissa and her husband, Cody, and Melody; one son, Robert; three grandchildren; two sisters, Sharon, and JoAnne and her husband, Howard; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother.

Funeral services for Bennie GREEN, 91, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Sallisaw Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev Lynn McCarty officiating. Burial was in the Garden of Memories, in Vian, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr GREEN was born Sept 15, 1917, in Mullhall, to John GREEN and Mary Frances (WEST) GREEN. He died Thursday, Jan 8, 2009, in Vian. Survivors include his wife, Ruby (McKENZIE) GREEN of the home; two sons, Richard and his wife, Dorothy, and Wayne; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends; and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Robert GREEN; one grandson, Justin GREEN and several brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for Sally HILL HUSEBO, 84, of Muldrow, will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at the Haven Heights Baptist Church in Fort Smith, Ark with the Rev Neal Prock officiating. Cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. HUSEBO was born June 5, 1924, in Mineapolis, Minn, to Allan Janney HILL and Harriet (LAMBERT) HILL. She died Saturday, Jan 10, 2009, in Fort Smith. She married Paul Andrew HUSEBO, June 17, 1944, in Mineapolis. He preceded her in death, Feb 22, 2001, in Muldrow. Survivors include three daughters, Nancy, Wendee, and Shelley; one son, Janney; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one brother David. She was also preceded in death by one grandson, Orlando CINICOLA, her parents, a twin sister, Betty CAWCUTT and one brother, Alan HILL.

Funeral services for Jacob Alva JONES, 75, of Muldrow, are being held at 2 p m Thursday at Lee's Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev Al Ruckman officiating. Burial is in Lee's Chapel Cemetery, in Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. JONES was born Jan 31, 1933, in Redland, to Emmitt Virgil JONES and Emma Lena (WOLFE) JONES. He died Monday, Jan 12, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. He married Judy RUSSELL, Aug 24, 1990, in Tulsa. Survivors include his wife, Judy of the home; one son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Diana; four daughters and two sons-in-law, Jan and Tim, and Christy, Kay and David, and Ada;15 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jeanice and Shirley; three brothers, Leory, Don and Hobie; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Pauline WOOLRIDGE and one brother, Eudean JONES.

Graveside services for Mildred Imogene McCLURE, 81, of Fort Smith, Ark., were held at 2 p m Monday at the Roselawn Cemetery with the Rev Johnny Floyd officiating under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mrs. McCLURE was born Nov 7, 1927, in Braden, to William Henry FLOYD and Florence Mrie (STEELE) FLOYD. She died Friday, Jan 9, 2009. Survivors include three daughters, Carol Ann, Nancy Marie and Patsy; two sons, William Earl and Earl Dean; one sister, Marjorie; one brother, Rev Johnny; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years Earl McCLURE and three brothers, Roy FLOYD, Harold FLOYD and Raymond FLOYD.

Memorial services for Delores Louise NELMS, 79, of Sallisaw, are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Sallisaw, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. NELMS was born May 4, 1929, in Manilla, Phillipines, to Robert SPEARMAN. She died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include six sons, Clarence and his wife, Judy, Jimmy and his wife, Judy, Robert and his wife, Sharon, David and his wife, Loveta, James and his wife, Marva, and Keith and his wife, Kathy; 21 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Lanita BATEMAN and several brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for Jesse “J.B.” RAINEY, 83, of Webbers Falls, were held at 12 p.m. Tuesday at the First Assembly of God Church in Webbers Falls with the Rev. Wendell Cox officiating. Burial was in Fort Gibson National Cemetery, under the direction of Millsap Funeral Service of Webbers Falls. Mr. RAINEY was born Sept. 5, 1925, in Muskogee, to Benjamin and Merl Rose (REEVES) RAINEY. He died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, in Muskogee. He married Pauline SHAMBLIN, Jan. 8, 1982, in McAlester. Survivors include his wife, Pauline RAINEY of the home; children, Evelyn “DD”, A. J., Paula and Lee, Phyllis, Jessie, Nathan and Brenda; special children, Justine and R.J.; two brothers, Owen and his wife, Fannie, and Vernon and his wife, Oklalena; two sisters, Yvonne, and Aletha and Don; eight grandchildren; and five grandchildren.

Funeral services for Sandra A. RYLE, 89, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Memorial Park Cemetery Chapel, under the direction of Moore’s Southlawn Chapel of Tulsa. Mrs. RYLE was born Sept. 14, 1919, in Gore, to Andrew and Cora BROWN. She died Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. She married Orion L. RYLE, Sept. 21, 1940. He preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Ron and his wife, Mary; daughter, Sherry; three granddaughters; many nieces and nephews; and her cat Posie. She was also preceded in death by her father and mother, sister, Trudy MAHONEY, son-in-law, Don REINHARDT and several half-brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for Anna Jean SARTAIN, 75, of Muldrow, were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark. with the Rev. Ron Williamson officiating. Burial was in Roselawn Cemetery, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mrs. SARTAIN was born March 16, 1933, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Ernest and Mary (HENDERSON) FINCHER. She died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009. Survivors include three daughters, Vicki, Shana and Denise; one foster son, Darrel; five sisters, Billye, Donna, Miki, Joyce and Elizabth; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Tracey SARTAIN and Darla LOWDER and one grandson, Michael RUGGERE.

Graveside services for Betty Jo SIMPSON, 78, of Vian, are being held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Vian Garden of Memories, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. SIMPSON was born July 21, 1930, in Vian, to Ed Rose and Nancy Kay Kenner. She died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include one daughter, Barbara Ann; one son, David; one brother, Herman; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services for Mary Faye SIZEMORE, 87, of Sallisaw, were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Agent Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev. Vernon Stone officiating. Burial was in McCoy Cemetery, northwest of Sallisaw, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. SIZEMORE was born July 30, 1921, in Sallisaw, to Eber Eastman BIAS and Charlotta Melinda (VICKERY) BIAS. She died Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, in Sallisaw. She married Youl SIZEMORE, Feb. 5, 1946, in Checotah. He preceded her in death, May 27, 1998, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy and Carolyn; three sons, Bill, Donny and Bobby; 19 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Curtis; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two daughters, Geliea MATTINGLY and Pauline SIZEMORE, three sons, Wayne, Dale and Teddy Lee SIZEMORE, two children at birth, one grandson, Ricky SIZEMORE, five brothers, Buster, Pete, Paul, Kirby and Ted BIAS and one sister, Lenora CAMPBELL.

Graveside services for James C. SWEENEY, 91, of Sallisaw, are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Chautauqua Cemetery in Hewins, Kan., with Mr. Tad Rhodes officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. SWEENEY was born June 6, 1917, in Elgin, Kan., to James Everett SWEENEY and Mable (LOFTIN) SWEENEY. He died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include two sons, James Darrell and Joe Thomas; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granchild; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Cleman SWEENEY, one sister, Hazel GORDON and wife, Ester A’meta SWEENEY.

Funeral services for Terry Lee TURMAN, 47, of Sallisaw, were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the McConnell Funeral Home Chapel in Greenwood, Ark. Burial was in Jackson Cemetery, in Hartford, Ark., under the direction of McConnell Funeral Homes of Greenwood. Mr. TURMAN was born June 23, 1961, in Harbor City, Calif., to Clarence and Judy TURMAN. He died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009. Survivors include his wife, Anna of the home; two step-sons, Justin and Daniel; father and step-mother, Clarence W. and Carol TURMAN; mother, Judy FIORE of the home; two brothers, Robert W. and his wife, Carlene, Larry A. and his wife, Lisa; two nieces, Jennifer and Amanda; one nephew, Jon; and numerous aunts and uncles, Roberta, Billie and Joann, Delores and Nick, Jimmie and Poppy, and Donnie and Bonnie. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, TURMAN, his grandmother and grandfather, BROOKS, his grandmother NILES and his grandfather BURGE.

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Funeral mass for Lola CADELLI, 93, was held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mrs. CADELLI died Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Fort Smith. Survivors include one son, Jim and his wife, Meredith; one sister, Elda M.; daughter-in-law, Cathy; nine grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Giosue “Jack” CADELLI, her son, Dino A. CADELLI and her grandson, Dino CADELLI.

Funeral services for Alice Marie EDWARDS, 86, of Sallisaw, are being held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Akins Assembly of God Church with the Revs. Monroe Lowrimore and Vernon Smith and Tina Edwards officiating. Burial is in Long Cemetery, north of Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. EDWARDS was born Feb. 15, 1922, in Hanson, to Jack ANDERSON and Mary Elizabeth (REEDER) ANDERSON. She died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, in Sallisaw. She married Otis Andrew EDWARDS, Sept. 4, 1937, in Nicut. He preceded her in death, Jan. 4, 1983, in Muldrow. Survivors include one daughter, Modell; two sons, Don and Ron; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death her parents, one daughter, Anita RENFRO, five sisters, Callie, Ruby, Madge, Missouri and Delores and two brothers, Oscar and Virgil.

Imogene “Imy” GABBERT, 87, of Sallisaw, died on Jan. 15, 2009. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel. Mrs. GABBERT was born Jan. 17, 1921, in Paris, Ark., to Joseph Allen DUERR and Anna (DIGIACOMO) DUERR. Survivors include one son, Alan and his wife, Terri; one daughter, Jill and her husband, Joe; seven grandchildren and spouses; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Bill; and one sister-in-law, Fran. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, John Edward GABBERT, her parents, one sister, Betty Ann ELLIS and brother, Joe DUERR.

Funeral services for Doris Gayle HANEY, 51, of Roland, were held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Edwards Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark. with the Rev. Bob Winton officiating. Burial was in Roland Cemetery, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mrs. HANEY was born July 28, 1957 in Fort Smith, to Chester L. and Juanita (HUGGINS) McGUIRE. She died Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009. Survivors include her husband, Bruce; two daughters, Stephanie and Sheila; three sons, Gerald, Bruce Jr. and Charles Michael; one sister, Connie; seven brothers, Richard, Charlie, Ab, Tony, Dickie and Jackie; and two grandchildren.

Ila Mae Kathryn JOHNSON, 80, of Sallisaw, died on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Sallisaw. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. JOHNSON was born Feb. 16, 1928, in Oklahoma, to Ralph DALRMPLE and Ann (HESS) DALRYMPLE. Survivors include two daughters, Theresa and her husband, James, and Pamela; one son, Edward and his fiancé, Teresa; one brother, Raymond; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Edward JOHNSON.

Funeral services for Patsy McGEHEE, 77, of Sallisaw, were held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev. Mark Hall officiating. Burial was in the Sallisaw City Cemetery, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. McGEHEE was born April 2, 1931, in Sallisaw, to James and Hettie (DODD) McGLOTHLIN. She died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include her companion for 20 years, Levi BLAIR of Sallisaw; one daughter, Linda; two sons, Don and Robert; one sister, Betty and Norman; four grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one sister-in-law, Christine.

Funeral services for George W. MORRIS, 82, of Vian, will be held at 10 a m Monday at the Vian Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev Gary Brown officiating. Burial will be in Box Cemetery, north of Vian under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr MORRIS was born Feb 22, 1926, in Vian, to Luther MORRIS and Nancy (LEAF) MORRIS. He died Thursday, Jan 15, 2009, in Vian. He married Irene Vivian SMITH, Nov 15, 1947, in Sallisaw. She preceded him in death, March 11, 2002, in Cookson. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Paul; one son, Shane; six grandchildren; one brother, Gene; four sisters, Lorene, Norene, Sue and Louella; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Clay MORRIS.

Joseph John ONORATO, 63, of Gore, died on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Sallisaw. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home in Sallisaw. Mr. ONORATO was born March 19, 1945, in Jersey City, N.J., to Gus ONORATO and Alice (CRITELLI) ONORATO. He married Frances J. ZEMKOSKI, Dec. 23, 1967, in Jersey City. Survivors include his wife, Fran of the home; one son, David; mother, Alice ONORATO; one sister, Trudy; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father.

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Alta Mae PHILLIPS ANDERSON, 91, of Vian, died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, in Vian. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. ANDERSON was born March 10, 1917, in Vian, to John Franklin LINTHICUM and Fannie Lee (PARKER) LINTHICUM. She married Maurice ANDERSON, June 1, 1984, in Ozark, Ark. He preceded her in death, Nov. 27, 1994, in Sallisaw. Survivors include four nieces, Brenda, Cindy, Lyn and Patricia; two nephews, Mike and James; and one sister-in-law, Patsy. She was also preceded in death by two husbands, Michael HEAPE and Jack PHILLIPS, one son, Connie Mike HEAPE, her parents and seven brothers, Virgil, Bob, W.F., “PeeWee” and four infant brothers.

Murlene ARMSTRONG, 59, of Van Buren, Ark., died on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, in a local hospital. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren. Mrs. ARMSTRONG was born on Aug. 28, 1949, in Truman, Ark. . Survivors include three daughters, Janet, Tracy and Mandy; one son, Alan; three sisters, Christine, Billie and Lula; and two brothers, Richard and Jackie.

Robert Lee BECKHAM, 76, of Gore, died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Muskogee. He was born Nov. 28, 1932 in Mulberry, Ark. to Emmitt and Lois (COPE) BECKHAM. Arrangements were under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Survivors include one son, Ronald; two sisters, Betty Sue and Ruth; and one granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Bettie BECKHAM, one son, Roger BECKHAM, four brothers, Bobby, J.L., Darrel and Jerrel BECKHAM.

Graveside services for Cheryl Renee HINES BRUMBAUGH, 51, of Vian, are being held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Box Cemetery, north of Vian, with the Rev. Craig Clark officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. BRUMBAUGH was born June 20, 1957, in California, to Bessie McGEE. She died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, in Tulsa. She married Edwin Glen BRUMBAUGH, Dec. 3, 1993, in Oklahoma City. Survivors include her husband, Edwin of the home; one daughter, Melissa; one son, Jason; mother; two sisters, Roberta and Norma; one brother, Billy Ray; and several other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one brother.

Graveside services for Mary Edith DOTSON, 77, of Muldrow, were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Forrest Park Cemetery in Fort Smith, Ark., under the direction of Smith Mortuary of Charleston, Ark. Mrs. DOTSON was born Aug. 21, 1931, in Ursula, Ark., to Russell D. JETTON and Mary R. JETTON. She died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Muldrow. Survivors include three daughters, April, Joann and Shirley; one brother, Roy; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Michael “Pinky” DOYEL Sr., 53, of Muldrow, were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church in Muldrow with Dr. Charles Saulsbery II, George Lawson and Ginnie DOYEL officiating. Burial was in Akins Cemetery, northeast of Sallisaw, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. DOYEL was born June 3, 1955, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Arnold E. DOYEL and Eva (CASEY) DOYEL CLARDY. He died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Fort Smith. He married LouAnna EAGLE, May 2, 2008, in Fort Smith. Survivors include his wife, LouAnna DOYEL of the home; three daughters, Stacey, Ginnie. and Miranda; two sons, Michael and Brandon; two grandchildren; mother; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Leslie and Mark, and Susan and Michael; one brother and sister-in-law, Casey and Elisha; step-mother, Shirley DOYEL ; special aunts and uncles including, Jessie, Joice and Vinita; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and an infant son.

Funeral services for James William “Pops” FARMER, 54, of Roland, were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Ocker-Putman Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial with full military honors was in the U.S. National Cemetery, in Fort Smith, under the direction of Ocker-Putman Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mr. FARMER died Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in Roland. Survivors include two daughters, Kari and Amanda; son, Josh; mother, Betty JARVIS; two sisters, Vickie and Lori; three brothers, John, Michael and Kevin; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Rickie Dean FOLKS, 49, of Sallisaw, died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, in Sallisaw. He was born May 22, 1959 in Muskogee to Tracie FOLKS and Lois (CARPENTER) FOLKS. Arrangements were under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Survivor include two brothers, Dr. David and his wife, Dianne, and Michael and his wife, Robin; mother, Lois FOLKS; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Traci FOLKS.

A graveside memorial service for Eldon R. HOWARD, 65, of Van Buren, Ark., will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Forest Park Cemetery in Fort Smith, Ark, under the direction of Ocker-Putman Funeral Home of Fort Smith. Mr. HOWARD died Mon. Jan. 19, 2009, in a local hospital. Survivors include four sons, Frankie, Mark, Wendell and Johnny; one sister, Betty; one brother, Vincent Lee; 14 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley HOWARD.

Graveside services for Thelma Fern PLANT JACKSON, 75, of Roland, were held at 1 p.m. Monday at the New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home of Fort Smith, Ark. Mrs. JACKSON died Jan. 16, 2009, in Fort Smith. Survivors include three daughters, Sarah, Tammy and Millie; three sons, James, Kenneth and Ray; one brother, Harlis; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edger and Sarah Jane SNOW COOK, two husbands, Albert Harry PLANT and Hubert JACKSON, one sister, Ruby BEAGLE and one brother, Othel COOK.

Funeral services for Calvin C. MATTAX, 83, were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10 at the Bradshaw-Carter Home in Houston. Burial was in Houston National Cemetery, Monday, Jan. 12, under the direction of Bradshaw-Carter Funeral Home of Houston. Mr. MATTAX was born Feb. 4, 1925, in Sallisaw, to William and Gertrude Mattax. He died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, in Houston, Texas. He married Carolyn Josephine BOTKIN in 1949. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Carolyn; children, Carol Ann, Charlotte Sue, Cathy Marie and David Calvin; and five grandchildren.

Graveside services for Francis OTTS, 63, of Muldrow, were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Muldrow Memory Garden with the Rev. Vernon Stone officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mrs. OTTS was born Sept. 26, 1945, in Bearden, Ark., to Jesse MOSLEY and Ava Lee QUARLES. He died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, in Arkoma. She married Bill OTTS, in 1977, in Idabel. Survivors include her husband, Bill of the home; twin daughters, Angela and Andrea; one son, Nick; four grandchildren; six step-children, Kenneth, Billy, Charles, Dorothy, Kimberly and Tammy; several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; three sisters, Barbara, Chelva and Marie; one brother, Hugh; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Kenneth POTTER, 87, of Tulsa, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Freeman Harris Funeral Home Chapel in Tulsa. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery, in Tulsa, under the direction of Freeman Harris Funeral Home of Tulsa. Mr. POTTER was born Nov. 4, 1921, in Sallisaw, to John Benjamin POTTER and Stella Mae POTTER. He died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009. Survivors include his wife, Bernice of 68 years; son, Ken and wife, Rhonda; daughter, Donna and her husband, Ray; half sister, Joan; sister-in-law, Dottie; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kenice Ann.

Funeral services for Lloyd PRATT, 60, of Muldrow, are being held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with Sis. Tammy Tatham officiating. Burial is in Blackjack Cemetery, in Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mr. PRATT was born May 29, 1948, in Muldrow, to Vernon PRATT and Wanda (PLANK) PRATT. He died Monday, Jan. 19, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. Survivors include two daughters, Amy and Heather; six grandchildren; four brothers, Vernon Jr., Jesse, Kendall and James; two sisters, Barbara and Teresa; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Joe Asher, Charles and Billy Ray PRATT.

Funeral mass for Rosemary QUINN, 110, of Fort Smith, Ark., are being held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Morrilton, Ark. Burial is in Elmwood Cemetery, under the direction of Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. She was born Jan. 17, 1899, in Morrilton. She died Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009 in Barling, Ark. Survivors include her niece, four great-nieces and eight great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Anne QUINN, Grace Marie QUINN, Dorothy QUINN BEDFORD and her niece Sally BEDFORD.

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Funeral services for Marguerite JOHNSON, 89, of Fort Smith, Ark., will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Muldrow with the Rev. Connie Gibson officiating. Burial will be in Weddington Cemetery, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mrs. JOHNSON was born Oct. 2, 1919, in Weddington, Ark., to Troy COOPER and Pearl COOPER FRITTS. She died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, in Fort Smith. She married Johnnie J. JOHNSON, Oct. 17, 1937, in Washington County, Arkansas. He preceded her in death, Jan. 25, 2007, in Fort Smith. Survivors include two sons, Kendall Allen and Monte; one grandson; two great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and several other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Maxine CASSAT and Virgie MASON and one brother, Allen COOPER.

Graveside services for Leona NEEL, 96, of McKinney, Texas, formerly of Sallisaw, were held at 1 p.m. Friday at the Sallisaw City Cemetery with the Rev. Betty Payne, Joe Neel and Robert Neel officiating, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. NEEL was born Sept. 1, 1912, in Sallisaw, to Joe McMURTREY and Louisa BRACKETT. She died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in McKinney. Survivors include one daughter, Betty; two sons, Joe and Robert; five grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one sister, Inos HERRICK of Silverton, Ore.; and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Merle NEEL, March 12, 1992, and her parents.

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Funeral services for Virginia CHANEY, 81, of Arkoma, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Woodlawn Memorial Park Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark., under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith. Mrs. CHANEY was born June 24, 1927, in Birmingham, Ala. She died Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, in Fort Smith. Survivors include four daughters, Donna, Dorinda, Christy and her husband, Ron, and Renee; two sons, Micheal and Leona, and Daryle and his wife, Melissa; sister, Dorotha; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and companion, Malcolm.

Funeral services for Jimmy Lee COLEMAN, 64, of Nicut, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Belfonte Baptist Church with Bro. Levi Eagle officiating. Burial was in Belfonte Cemetery, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. Coleman was born June 8, 1944, in Nicut, to Jimmie Lee COLEMAN and Eliza J. DAUGHTERY. He died Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in Roland. Survivors include two daughters, Joy and her husband, Clay, and Connie; four sons, Dan and his wife, Mary, and Sam his wife, LaDena, Matthew, and Bill and his wife, Dorthy; four sisters, Irene, Lidia, Nancy, and Linda; two brothers, Steve and David; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services for Imogene ENGLAND, 81, of Roland, were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Agent Chapel in Muldrow with the Rev. Tommy Noel officiating. Burial was in Redland Cemetery, in Muldrow, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Muldrow. Mrs. ENGLAND was born July 9, 1927, in Redland, to John JORDAN and Ruby (NOEL) JORDAN. She died Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, in Fort Smith, Ark. She married Alvis A. ENGLAND, Feb. 15, 1944, in Sallisaw. He preceded her in death, March 7, 1996, in Fort Smith. Survivors include one daughter, Melissa and her husband, Larry; two sons, Rick and his wife, Donna, and Rodney; six grandchildren; seven great-granchildren; two great-grandchildren on the way; two sisters, Peggy and her husband, Bert, and Margie; two brothers, J.C. and his wife, Ervalene, and J.D. and his wife, Isabell; one sister-in-law, Emma Ruth JORDAN of Muldrow; and several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, J.R. JORDAN.

Elvis Nelson GROSS, 76, of Gans, died Thursday, Jan 22, 2009, in Gans. No formal service is planned and cremation is under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mr. GROSS was born Sept 27, 1932, in Lockney, Texas, to Floyd Evans GROSS and Leslie Bell BURNS. He died Tursday, Jan 22, 2009 in Gans. He married Doris Marie MANZER, Nov 9, 1974, in Las Vegas, Nev. She preceded him in death, Feb 28, 2003, in Gans. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah and Andy, and Cynthia and Pete; one sister, Bennie; four grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and other reltaives and friends. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Francis STUTEVILLE and four brother, Roland, Jerrell, Oliver and everett GROSS.

Funeral services for Irene Virginia POINDEXTER, 67, of Sallisaw, were held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Mallory-Martin Chapel in Sallisaw with the Rev. Phillip Winn officiating. Burial was in the Sallisaw City Cemetery, under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. POINDEXTER was born July 7, 1941, in Sallisaw, to Jesse CANTRELL and Nettie (TOUNZEN) CANTRELL. She died Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include her husband, Billy of the home; one daughter, Pam and her husband, Glen; two sons, Billy Don and his wife, Gale, and Steven; four sisters, Salina, Lucy, Vanda and Marie; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, James CANTRELL and four half-sisters, Pauline TOUNZEN, Mary SASSER, Lucille COTTS and Ruth BUCCOLA.

Funeral services for Laura SUAREZ, 96, of Sallisaw, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sallisaw with Father Desmond Okpagba officiating. Burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery in Cushing, Saturday, 1 p.m., Jan. 31, under the direction of Agent Funeral Home of Sallisaw. Mrs. SUAREZ was born July 25, 1912, in Campo Du Ron, Argentina, to Thelmo SUAREZ and Nolberta GUITIAREZ. She died Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2009, in Sallisaw. Survivors include three daughters, Elana, Olivia and Rosa; three sons, Gary, Fransisco and Gorje; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and several brothers and sisters.

Funeral services for William J. “Bill” WARBURTON, 78, of Arkoma, were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Fentress Mortuary Chapel in Fort Smith, Ark. Burial was in New Hope Cemetery, in Spiro, under the direction of Fentress Mortuary of Fort Smith. Mr. WARBURTON died Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009, in Fort Smith. Survivors include his wife, Majorie of the home; one daughter, Phyllis; two sons, William R. and Robert L.; one sister, Joan; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

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