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Mary Evelyn Hibben, 1922 - 2007

     Mary Evelyn Hibben, age 84, passed away Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Colbert, Oklahoma. She was born August 27, 1922 in Hugo, Oklahoma, the daughter of Richard Lee Latta and Annie Mae (Caldwell) Latta. Mary and Hubert Hibben were united in marriage on September 2, 1939 in Hugo, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents and two sisters.
     Mary lived in Idabel most all her life, moving in 1957. She was a public school secretary and a member of the First Baptist Church in Idabel.
     She is survived by one son, Sam Hibben of Grapevine, Texas; one daughter, Beth Meek of Colbert, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Sammy Hibben of North Richland, TX, Sherry Hibben of Bedford, TX; Crystal Perry and husband, Trent of Bokchito, OK OK; Amanda Reynolds and husband Jeff of Idabel, and Kelsie Pollard and husband Justin of Stillwater, OK; four great-grandchildren, Jessica Cestare, of Bedford, TX, Savannah Perry and Jolie Perry of Bokchito, OK and Jagger Hibben, of Bedford, TX.
     Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 29, 2007 at the First Baptist Church in Idabel with Bro. Blake Gideon officiating. Interment will follow in Denison Cemetery, Idabel.
     At the request of the Hibben family, contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church-Idabel, OK. in lieu of flowers.

Sandra Irene Wurtz, 1941 - 2007

     Sandra Irene Wurtz, 65, of Idabel, Oklahoma, passed away, Saturday, March 24, 2007 in Idabel.
     She was born August 15, 1941, the daughter of Don and Mary Jo Dale Chaney.
     Sandra moved to Idabel 2 ½ years ago from Tulsa, OK. She was a homemaker and a devoted wife and mother. She was loved by all who knew her. Sandra was of the Methodist faith.
     She was preceded in death by her father Don Chaney, her Husband David Wurtz, and her grandfather and grandmother, Homer and Monty Chaney.
     Sandra is survived by her daughter Tracey Chandler Moore and husband Rodger Moore, of Holly Creek, OK; her son Brad Chandler and wife Christie, of Mena, AR; her grandsons Chad Chandler, of Sawyer, OK and James Moore of Holly Creek, OK; her granddaughters Ashton Shores and Courtney Gee of Mena, AR; her mother Mary Jo Chaney, of Tulsa, OK; her brother, Mike Chaney and wife Ruby, of Enid, OK; her sisters Dianna O’Connor, of Tulsa, OK, Debbie Hicks and husband Richard, of Broken Arrow, OK, a special niece, Becky Swift of California and her extra special caregiver, Beverly Schaffer.
     Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 29, 2007 at Jim Norwood Chapel with Bro. Neil Jackson officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are with Jim Norwood Funeral Home, Idabel. OK.

 Delia McCurry, 1922 - 2007

      Delia McCurry, 84, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2007 at Hills Nursing Home in Idabel. She was born August 9, 1922 at Garvin, OK, the daughter of Albert and Ader (Sellers) Summerland.
     Delia was a member of the First Baptist Church, Wright City. She was formerly a co-owner of Terry’s restaurant in Wright City. She enjoyed waitressing, cooking, quilting, playing piano, singing in church and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and great, great- grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Ader Summerland; husband, Harvey McCurry; son, Sammy Joe McCurry; grandson, Baby McCurry; two brothers; five sisters.
     She leaves to cherish her memory, four daughters and four sons-in-law, Sandy and Skeet Montgomery, Golden, OK., Mary and Odell McCary, Wright City, OK., Gayla and Sherman Allensworth, Wright City, OK., Barbara and Gale Andrew, Stillwater, OK.; two sisters-in law, Juanita Keeling, Enid, OK., Cathy Milam and husband Jr., Idabel, OK.; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-eight great-grandchildren; three great, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
     Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at First Baptist Church, Wright City, with Bro. Charles Duvall and Bro. Aaron Strange officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Hill cemetery, Forest Grove community.

 Opal Lee Davis, 1917 - 2007

     Opal Lee Davis, 89, Battiest, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2007 at her home. She was born December 3, 1917 at Pickens, OK., the daughter of Millard and Frances (Shields) Whisenhunt.
     Opal was a member of the Silver Creek Church of Christ. In 1968 she started poultry farming and had one of the first poultry farms in the area. She also enjoyed raising cattle, growing flowers, gardening, fishing and spending time with her family and friends.
     She was preceded in death by her parents, Millard and Frances Whisenhunt; husband, Robert Davis; grandson, Kirk Davis; four brothers and three sisters.
     She leaves to cherish her memory, one son and daughter-in-law, Donny and Geovonna Davis, Battiest, OK.; one daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Billy Parson, Battiest, OK.; two sisters, Hazel Martin and husband Leo, Pickens, OK., Zazel Meek, Santa Barbara, CA.; seven grandchildren, Kim Parson, Tonya Igleheart and husband Scott, Tony Parson and wife Sherri, Andy Parson and wife Michelle, Kent Parson and wife Amy, Kevin Davis and wife Diannia, Adam Williams and wife Miranda; eight great-granddaughters, Vallie Parson, Tana Parson, Ayla Parson, Kyla Parson, Presley Davis, Hannah Igleheart, Kayla Igleheart, Marissa Williams; one great-grandson, Newt Davis and numerous friends.
     Graveside Services were at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 26, 2007 at County Line Cemetery, Pickens, OK., with Wayne Talbot officiating..

 Rachel Metcalf, 1919 - 2007

     Rachel Metcalf, 88, Broken Bow, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at Memorial Heights Nursing Home. She was born January 26, 1919 at Sevier County, AR, the daughter of Frank and Maggie (Wood) Humphrey.
     Rachel was a member of the First Baptist Church, Broken Bow. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Rachel also enjoyed working and visiting with people.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Bryon Metcalf, son Donal Metcalf, grandson Michael Bret Metcalf, one brother James Humphrey and four sisters, Ressie Gibson, Annie Manning, Lorene Phillips and Alene Bartlett.
     She leaves to cherish her memory, one son and daughter-in-law, Branson and Karen Metcalf, Broken Bow; one daughter-in-law, Patsy Metcalf, Tyler, TX; grandchildren, Todd Metcalf, Jody and Tina Metcalf, Greg and Chrissy Metcalf all of Broken Bow, Brandon and Kimberly Metcalf, Wimberly, TX, Vance and Jamie Metcalf, Whitehouse, TX, Lynn and Brad Glover, Brownwood, TX; eleven great-grandsons, eight-great granddaughters, three sisters, Ruby Stinnett, DeQueen, AR, Acie Blankenship, DeQueen, AR, Pearlie Miles, Texarkana, TX; one sister-in-law, Vondal Tucker and a host of nieces and nephews.
     Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Broken Bow, with Bro. Neil Jackson officiating. Interment will follow at Denison Cemetery, Idabel, OK.

Leon Curtis Bowen, 1928 - 2007

     Leon Curtis Bowen, 78 of Bethel, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at Broken Bow, OK. He was born October 15, 1928 in Bethel, OK to Maudie Epsie (Smith) and Leonard Edward Bowen.

     Leon had been a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church for many years. He loved reading his Bible, attending church and visiting with family and friends. In his earlier years he enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling the rodeo circuit in Arkansas in which he preformed as a Bronc Rider.

     At the age of 16, during World War II, he joined the United States Army. He proudly served our county for 3 months until it was discovered that he was only 16 years old, which resulted in an honorable discharge. Later, when he became of age he was involved in the Korean Conflict where he earned several stripes, stars and medals for his bravery. He was very proud of his service in the United States Army.

     Leon was preceded in death by his parents, Maudie Epsie (Smith) Bowen and Leonard Edward Bowen.

     Survivors include one daughter, Beverly (Jeanie) Nichols of Broken Bow; one brother, Nelson Bowen of Bethel; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Fern and Leo DuMilieu of Lakeview, OR, Wanda and RV McKinney of Bethel, OK and Joyce and James Belk of Lincoln, CA; 2 aunts, Opal Kenney of Burney, CA and Vida Bowen of Bethel, OK; 4 grandchildren, Jesse Nichols of Holly Creek, Angela Harder of Battiest, Brad Nichols of Farmersville, LA, John Nichols of Broken Bow; eight great-grandchildren, Wren and Bethany Harder, Edge and Wyatt Nichols, Cathleen, Jesse, Victoria, and Colten Nichols; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

     Services are scheduled for 2:00 Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Bethel, OK with Bro. Ron Kellum presiding. Interment will follow at Bethel Cemetery

 Susan “Madge” Patterson, 1922 - 2007

     Susan “Madge” Patterson, 84, Broken Bow, passed away Monday, March 19, 2007 at Broken Bow. She was born November 15, 1922 at Bowling Green, KY., the daughter of Robert Oliver Gann and Mable Fern (LaRosh) Rohl.
     Susan was a resident of the community for thirty-two years moving here from Anderson, IN. She was affiliated with the Episcopal faith. She retired from McCurtain Memorial Hospital as a Switchboard Operator. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
     She leaves to cherish her memory, five sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Jean Sanders, Santantonio, FL., Bill and Drenda Sanders, Anderson, IN., Russ and Alice Sanders, Penrose, CO., Mick and Judy Richardson, Anderson, IN., Mark and Kara Richardson, Broken Bow, OK.; one daughter and son-in-law, Joey and Paul Hensley, Anderson, IN.; twelve grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
     Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Broken Bow, with Dr. Doug Deramus officiating. Interment will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery, Broken Bow, OK. Family visitation will be from 8-9 am, Thursday, March 22, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home, Broken Bow.

Mickey David Thomas Sr., 1955 - 2007

     Mickey David Thomas Sr., 51, of Broken Bow, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Choctaw Memorial Hospital, Hugo, OK. He was born March 21, 1955 in Fulbright, TX., to Alice LuVenia (Thomas) Frazier.
     Mickey married Hazel Mae (Marshall) Thomas on January 2, 1974. He was best known as “Mike” to family and friends. He loved cooking, working on cars, fishing and just spending time with family and friends.
     He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Lizzie (Smith) Thomas; paternal grandfather, Willie Thomas; mother, Alice LuVenia “Lula” (Thomas) Frazier; stepfather, Henry Frazier, one brother and two sisters.
     Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Hazel Mae (Marshall) Thomas, Broken Bow, OK.; three sons, Mickey David Thomas Jr., Broken Bow, OK., Tyrone Davis Thomas, Broken Bow, OK., LaMicha DeShawn Thomas, Paris, TX.; one stepson, Calvin Marshall, Broken Bow, OK.; one daughter, Shaquanda (Cotton) Thomas, Paris, TX.; two stepdaughters, Samritha Thomas, Edmond, OK., ZonZurea Thomas, Durant, OK.; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, Linda and Frank Wooten, Clarksville, TX., Lula and Anthony Owens, Avery, TX., Roby Wiseman, Dallas, TX., Earnestine Thomas, Broken Bow, OK., Helentine Frazier, Broken Bow, OK.; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
     Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 22, 2007, at the Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Broken Bow.

Leon C. Bowen rites pending

     Leon C. Bowen, 78 of Broken Bow, passed away this morning March 20 at Broken Bow. Services are pending with Conley-White Funeral Home, Broken Bow.

Catherine Ouida Carroll, 1924 - 2007

     Catherine Ouida Carroll took off on her heavenly journey on Friday, March 16, 2007. We know there is a great celebration going on in heaven at this moment. See in your minds that bright smile as she was led by her Saviour into her heavenly home. “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.” Rejoice and be exceedingly glad that she is freed from her earthly body and sees the glories of heaven with eyes that are no longer dim and ears that can hear the heavenly anthems! Remember, she is more alive today than she has ever been since we have known her. Praise God for the life she has lived before us.
     Ouida was born January 15, 1924, the daughter of Oliver Clinton and Ida May Merry Whitfield. She was a retired postmaster having served for 22 years at the post office in Golden, Ok. She was a member of NAPUS, and the National League of Postmasters. She was a nursery worker, Children’s and Senior Ladies’ Teacher at Southwest Friendship Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, OK and Golden Baptist Church in Golden, Ok. She was a member of the Women’s Missionary Union at both churches for over 57 years. Since retiring in 1990, she volunteered at the Golden Community Center, Golden Senior Citizens Center and Golden Baptist Church.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Eugene Carroll Sr; and brothers, Omagene Clinton Whitfield and Oliver Lewis Whitfield.
     Survivors include sons, Eugene Carroll Jr. and wife, Glenna, of Golden and Athony (Tony) Douglas Carroll of Buffalo, N.Y.; daughter, Ora Idanell Carroll Clouse and husband, Jessie, of Golden; grandchildren, Ernie and Rachel Harcrow, Jason and Beth Pike, Chad and Kristen Clouse, Ben and Shyla Carroll, Joseph Carroll and Catherine J. Carroll; great-grandchildren, Kala, Heather, and Alyssa Clouse, Rieley and Emma Carroll, Zels and Evie Pike, Hannah, Braiden, and Gracie Harcrow; a loving sister, Elma Mae Severn of Valliant; and a host of nieces and nephews who loved and appreciated her very much and was blessed with lots of other relatives and friends.
     Services will be Tuesday, March 20, 2:00 p.m., at the Golden Baptist Church with Bro. Mark McGeehee, Bro. Otis Cayton, and Bro. Mike Mings officiating. Interment will follow at the Glover Cemetery.
     The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 19, at the funeral home.

Flora McDonald, 1918 - 2007

     Flora McDonald, 89, former Broken Bow resident, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Golden Valley, AZ. She was born March 11, 1918 at Gillham, AR, the daughter of Joshua and Laura Elizabeth Cole Hogan. She was affiliated with the Oak Grove Baptist Church. She was of the Baptist faith.
     Flora was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an active reader. She also enjoyed carpentry work.
     She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Hershal Howard McDonald, son, Howard Wayne McDonald and 11 brothers and sisters.
     Flora leaves to cherish her memory a son, John Clark McDonald of Covington, TX; daughters, Bobbie Wood of Golden Valley, AZ and Judith Ann McDonald of Broken Bow; 3 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
     Funeral services will be 2:00 Monday, March 19, 2007 at the Oak Grove Baptist Church in Broken Bow. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery.
     The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, March 18 at the funeral home.

Juanita Sparkman, 1919 - 2007

     Juanita Sparkman, 87, of Holly Creek, passed away Friday, March 16, 2007 at her residence. She was born November 17, 1919 in Idabel, Oklahoma, the daughter of John David Strahan and Vettie Sanford Strayhan.
     Juanita lived in the Holly Creek Community most all her life. She worked as a cook in several restaurants in the county. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for her family and others. Juanita and was a member of the Lukfata Baptist Church.
     Juanita was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Henry James “Buddy” Sparkman, three sisters and a grandson.
     She leaves to cherish her memory one son, James D. Sparkman and his wife, Shelia Sparkman of Texarkana, Texas; one daughter, Gladys Sparkman of the Holly Creek Community; a special niece, Lorene Helms of Idabel ; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
     Graveside services are at 2:00 pm, Monday March 19, 2007 at the Rock Hill Cemetery in Holly Creek with the Reverend Cletus Hawkins officiating. Interment followed in the Rock Hill Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Jim Norwood Funeral Home.

Jewell Punneo, 1918 - 2007

     Jewell Punneo, 88, Broken Bow, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2007. She was born May 15, 1918 at Pine Bluff, AR the daughter of Cleveland and Loyce Scruggs.
     Jewell married Louis Punneo on September 8, 1938 at Duncan, OK. She was a member of the Eastside Baptist Church in Broken Bow. Jewell enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Her hobbies were fishing, camping and deer hunting.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Louis Punneo and one brother, Grover Scruggs.
     Jewell is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law; Joe and Linda Punneo, John and Johna Punneo of Broken Bow; daughters and sons-in-law, Edna and David Clouse, Betty Turnage of Broken Bow, Zola and Danny Talley of Sherwood, and Louise Brown of Muldrow, Ok; ten grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
     Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 19, 2007 at Brumley Chapel, Broken Bow. Interment will follow in Broken Bow Cemetery.

Newt Lambert, 1929 - 2007

     Newt Lambert, 77, Broken Bow, passed away Friday, March 16, 2007, at his residence in Broken Bow. He was born December 24, 1929, at Broken Bow, the son of Richard and Mary (Phillips) Lambert.
      Newt lived all his life in Broken Bow and was a member of the Oak Hill Independent Assembly of God. Newt married Etoy Ryle on horseback by the Mountain Fork River on February 14, 1987. He retired in March, 1992 from the Weyehauser Company in Wright City. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, horseback riding, riding his donkey and homemade cart and spending time with family and great-granddaughter.
      He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Richard and Mary Lambert; four sisters, Wanda Lambert, Tiny Jones, Liney Jones and Ted Barnett; four brothers, Jim Lambert, Ra Lambert, Tom Jones and Gilbert Lambert.
      Newt leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Etoy Lambert of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Deborah (Lambert) Barnes and Jerry B. Barnes, Idabel; one granddaughter, Toni Lambert and her husband Corey Ambrose, Dayton, TX; one great granddaughter Alexis Lambert, Dayton, TX; one stepdaughter Kay Eden and husband Dub Brown, Ft. Worth, TX; two stepsons Tim Eden and Henry F. Swaim both of Broken Bow; two brothers Doyle Lambert, Eagletown and Bill Lambert, Idabel; two sisters, Gerldine Voss, Idabel and Anna Marie Vargas, CA; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Rose Trammell, Neil Jackson, Terry Pratt, Travis Lawhon, Lyndal Pratt, John Garland, Don Jarvis and his church family.
     Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2007 at Oak Hill Independent Assembly of God, Oak Hill Community, with Rev. Neil Jackson and Rev. Larry Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Slater Cemetery, Wright City, OK.
      The family will receive friends Sunday, March 18, 2007, Brumley Chapel from 2-4 p.m.

Earnest L. Fulfer, 1935 - 2007

     Earnest L. Fulfer, 72, of Haworth, passed away Monday, March 12, 2007 at Texarkana, TX. He was born February 11, 1935 at Bokhoma, OK the son of Willie and Ora Cupps Fulfer. He was of the Baptist Faith.
     On June 30, 1961 Earnest married Shirley Moore at Redland. Earnest loved his family and spending time with them. He was always doing odd and end jobs piddling around the house. Woodworking was a favorite hobby of his, along with fishing and 4 wheeler riding.
     Earnest was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Shirley Fulfer; his parents; sons, William Fulfer and Billy Fulfer; and daughter LaDonna Fulfer.
     He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Johnny and Viola Fulfer of Coalgate, OK and Roger Fulfer of Tom; daughters and sons-in-law, Sarrah and James Barber of Haworth and Connie and Eric Moreland of Winthrop, AR; brother, Jim Fulfer of Broken Bow; sisters, Dorotha Fulfer of Redland, Carrie Spillman of Broken Bow, Mae Hearing of Redland, Ruby Thurman of Broken Bow, Nancy Wilkerson of Redland; 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
     Funeral services will be 2:00 Friday, March 16, 2007 at the Conley-White Chapel with Louise Haney officiating. Interment will follow at the Bokhoma Cemetery.
     The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Jannie Woodrum, 1912 - 2007

     Jannie Woodrum, 94, of Idabel, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Idabel. She was born July 7, 1912 in Emory, Texas, the daughter of E.F. Ogburn and Lillian Slider Ogburn.
     Jannie was a homemaker, and worked as an aide at Memorial Heights Nursing Home for several years where she loved caring for her patients. She was a Christian and was affiliated with the Baptist Faith. Jannie loved spending time with her family especially her many grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, and was a lifetime resident of McCurtain County.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alton Woodrum; great-grandson, Jeremy Woodrum; sisters, Lola Mae Harris, Ledra Ogburn, and Carol Gean Ogburn; brothers, E.F. Ogburn Jr., and 2 infants.
     Jannie is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Don and Dorothy Woodrum, and Phil and Alice Woodrum all of Idabel; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Jim Garrett of Garvin; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
     Graveside services will be at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Denison Cemetery in Idabel with Bro. Cecil Ferguson officiating.

Florence Cherry, 1929 - 2007

     Florence Cherry, 77, resident of Idabel, passed away Monday, March 13, 2007 at Oklahoma City, OK. She was born April 9, 1929 in Valliant, OK the daughter of William and Valzo Briley Cherry.
     Ms. Cherry had lived in McCurtain County most of her lifetime, moving back from Missouri in 1960.
     She loved to cook. She enjoyed it so much, she often danced while she cooked. Florence worshiped Jehovah and was affiliated with the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Idabel.
     Honesty was a strong quality that Florence possessed. She will always be remembered as a wonderful mother and grandmother to her family.
     She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sons, John Doss and Darryl Cherry, 5 sisters and 2 brothers.
     Florence leaves to cherish her memory her sons and daughter-in-law, Franklin Cherry of Idabel and James Louis and Vicky Kelly of Missouri; daughters and son-in-law, Patricia Cherry of Muskogee, Jeana Cherry of Idabel, Esther and Ray Baker of Idabel, Cheryl Cherry of Oklahoma City; brother Harold Cherry of Durant; sisters, Melinda Polk of Broken Bow and Doris Whitaker of Idabel; a number of very loved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
      Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 17, 2007 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Interment will follow in Williamston Cemetery.
      The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 16, 2007 at the funeral home.

Joyce Lynn Jessie, 1973 - 2007

     Joyce Lynn Jessie, 33, of Broken Bow passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at her residence. She was born July 9, 1973 at Sevier, Arkansas to Lola Cook.
      Joyce was a lifetime resident of McCurtain County and was affiliated with the Pentecostal faith. She graduated from Valliant High School.
     She was preceded in death by her mother; brother; grandmother and great-grand parents.
     Joyce is survived by her adopted mother, Ethel Helms of Broken Bow; City; four sisters, Jo Ann Wilkins, Barbara Vance, Tina Brewer and Michelle Mason, all of Broken Bow; aunt, Linda Miller of Broken Bow; great aunt, Lottie Birge of Oklahoma City; very special friends, Bobby and Georgia Black; 4 nieces and 9 nephews.
     Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 16, 2007 at the Broken Bow Cemetery.
     Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 15 at the funeral home.

Marilyn Sue Norwood Kitchen, 1948 - 2007

     Marilyn Norwood Kitchen was born November 16, 1948 in Fayetteville, Arkansas and died March 12, 2007 in Oklahoma City.
     She was preceded in death by her father, William 'Bill' Norwood, her brother Joe Norwood, and twin sisters Sharon Kay & Karen Sue Norwood.
     She is survived by her adoring husband Rod Kitchen, daughter Christan Adams and husband Mason, mother Haroldine 'Hunky' Norwood, stepson Todd Kitchen, her brother Jim Norwood and wife Roseanne, nephew Brant Norwood and wife Jenny, and niece Reagan Norwood and son Braxton, and many loving family members and friends.
     Marilyn graduated in 1967 from Idabel High School, where she was a majorette and played clarinet in the high school band. She attended Oklahoma State University-OKC from 2004 through 2007, and was nearing her associate's degree in business. Marilyn worked with Liberty National Bank for almost 30 years, and then with Spirit Bank until she retired from the banking industry. She was involved with Arbonne International as an Area Manager. She also participated in the Girl's & Boy's Club in Oklahoma City, as well as Junior Hospitality.
     Marilyn may best be described as 'classy, sassy and full of life.' She never met a stranger, and was very outgoing, funny, generous, loving and easy to talk to. She loved shopping, especially for shoes, decorating, gardening, and dancing. Her favorite dance was 'the Hitchhiker,' which she made famous among her friends & family. Her favorite TV shows were Survivor and The Apprentice. Her favorite movie, which is also appropriate for the person she was, is 'It's a Wonderful Life.'
     She was an adoring daughter, wife, and mother, a genuine, vivacious and caring friend, and an amazing person who touched others' lives in so many ways. Marilyn was loved and appreciated by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed by her family and a host of friends.
     Her family asks that friends and loved ones join them in a celebration of her life at 2 PM, Friday, March 16, 2007 at Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City.
     A memorial fund has been established in Marilyn's honor to raise awareness about lung cancer, called 'Flowers for Life.' In lieu of or in addition to flowers, you may make memorial donations to Flowers for Life, in care of The Family Health Foundation of Oklahoma, 1900 NW Expressway, Suite 501, Okla. City, OK 73118.
     

Venia Webster, 1912 - 2007

     Venia Webster, age 94, of the Cisco Community, went to be with God on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Hill’s Nursing Home where she had been a resident for the last three months. She was born June 1, 1912 at Plum Bayou, Arkansas, the daughter of Charlie and Laura Cotton.
     Venia was a homemaker, and had a great love for the outdoors. Before her health failed Venia enjoyed gardening and fishing. Her favorite hobby earlier in life was quilting. Venia was known as a gracious hostess and always welcomed family and friends. She was a member of the By-Pass Church of Christ and had lived most of her life in the Cisco Community.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Joe Webster; a son, Rex Webster; 3 brothers and 1 sister.
     Venia is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Ozeda Bushers of the Cisco Community, Shirley and Bill Johnson of Claremore, and Nan and Phil Berglan of Houston; a daughter-in-law, Janie Webster of the Cisco Community; 8 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
     Services will be on Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Conley-White Chapel in Idabel with Jim Mashburn officiating. Interment will follow at the Forest Hill Cemetery in the Forest Grove community.
     The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at the funeral home.

Billy Lee Morris, 1976 - 2007

     Billy Lee Morris, 30, Wright City, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2007, at Valliant. He was born December 14, 1976, at Ruston, LA, the son of Marion L. and Billie (Jackson) Morris
     Lee lived all his life in Wright City and was a member of the Wright City First Assembly of God. Lee enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with family and friends.
     He was preceded in death by his father, Marion L. Morris; grandfathers, Pete Morris and John Jackson.
      Lee leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Billie Morris of the home; one sister, Brandy Morris, Saltillo, MS; grandmothers, Louise Morris, Wright City and Elnora Jackson, Gibson, LA, two nieces Brittany and Sierra Harrison and a host of extended family and friends.
      Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Brumley Chapel, Broken Bow, with Rev. Scott Stuart and Rev. Sam Bates officiating. Interment will follow in Valliant Cemetery, Valliant, OK.
      The family will receive friends Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at Brumley Chapel from 6 – 7 p.m.

Patrick “Pat” Henry Gallagher, 1918 - 2007

     Patrick “Pat” Henry Gallagher, 89, Winthrop, Ark., passed away Sunday, March 11, 2007 at Winthrop. He was born February 14, 1918, at Arkinda, Ark., the son of John and Katherine (Stovall) Gallagher.
     He married Mattie Mae Sanders on January 8, 1941 at Winthrop. He was a farmer, rancher and timber worker and had lived in Arkinda and Winthrop community all of his life.
     Pat was preceded in death by his wife, Mattie Mae Gallagher; his parents; two sons, Henry Gallagher and Charles Gallagher; two brothers, Jack Gallagher, Bill Gallagher; three sisters, Maggie Gallagher, Vesti Lou Nunn Taylor and Ruthie Averitt.
     He leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Edward “Pete” Gallagher and wife Sue and Ray Gallagher all of Foreman, Ark; three daughters, Patsy Farley and husband Joe of Antlers, Ruthie Bartling of San Antonio, TX and Dorothy Cook and husband James of Broken Bow; two daughters-in-law, Sandra Gallagher and Faye Gallagher; two brothers, Dan Gallagher of Winthrop, Ark and Robert Gallagher of Broken Bow; three sisters, Elsie Scott of Winthrop, Ark, Opal Robinson of New Boston, TX and Bertha Mae Vandenburg of Las Vegas, NV; 17 grandchildren, Jeff Gallagher, Terry Gallagher, Twana Smith, Joey Farley, Michelle Hernandez, Todd Gallagher, Jason Gallagher, Kelly Gallagher, Patrick Bartling, Darren Bartling, Debbie Bernal, Renee Deihl, Christy Cook, Jamie Phillips, Cody Gallagher, Chad Gallagher and Katherine Pineda; 40 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews and many many friends.
     Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Crossroads Baptist Church, Crossroad Community with Bro. Martin Maynard officiating. Interment will follow in Pauley Cemetery, Winthrop, Ark.
     Family visitation will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home, Idabel.

Harold Davis, 1931 - 2007

     Harold Davis, 75, Broken Bow, passed away Friday, March 9, 2007, at St. Michael Health Care System, Texarkana, TX. He was born September 5, 1931, at Bethel, OK, the son of Roy and Ethel (Henson) Davis.
     Harold had an outgoing personality. He loved to visit with friends, tell stories and make people laugh. Harold was very proud of the contributions he made to the Feed the Children Foundation. He loved his family and the time he shared with them.
     He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Ethel Davis; son, Richard Dale Davis; sister, Helen Marie Clark.
     He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Mary Davis, of the home; two sons, Eddie Davis and wife Junell, Broken Bow, OK., Doug Davis and wife Bonnie, Waterville, WA.; three daughters, Vickie Polley, Hot Springs, AR., Angie Nickich and husband John, McAlester, OK., Sherrie Baker and husband Calvin, Broken Bow, OK.; two brothers, Joe Davis and wife Norma, Holly Creek Community, James Davis and wife Tilda, Bethel, OK.; ten grandchildren, Michelle Gibson, Tiffani Davis, Sabrina Hodge, Jason Sossamon, Micheal Basford, Chris Sorrell, Patrick Bell, Aston Bell, Timothy Bell, Amber Bell; fifteen great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many dear friends.
     Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 12, 2007 at Eastside Baptist Church, Broken Bow, with Bro. Dean Smith and Bro. Billy Dale officiating. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery, Bethel, OK.
     The family will be receiving friends at the home of Harold and Mary Davis in Broken Bow.

Donald Lee Bitler 1929 - 2007

     Donald Lee Bitler,78 was born on February 2, 1929 in Emporia, Kansas. After a long illness, he passed away at home on Wednesday, March 7, 2007. Don was a former truck driver, driving from coast to coast. He enjoyed playing dominoes, bowling and coon hunting. He loved animals especially, dogs.
     One of Don’s most important accomplishments came late in life, when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He attended Calvary Missionary Baptist Church.
     He is survived by his wife, Bonnie of the home, a special step granddaughter, Bethany Grimes of Idabel and his loveable dog, Rosie.
     Services will be at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church with Brother Doug Clements officiating. Interment will follow at Denison Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Jim Norwood Funeral Home.

Gregg Butler 1962 - 2007

     Gregg Butler, 44, Idabel, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2007 at Christus St Michael Health System in Texarkana, Texas. He was born August 1, 1962 at Winnsboro, Texas, the son of Don and DeAnna (Burns) Butler.
     Gregg and Dana Peccio were married July 10, 1999 in Broken Bow. He was a truck driver for Rolloffs Trucking Co. in Durant and had lived in this community all of his life. He loved hunting, camping, working with cattle and spending time with friends and family.
     He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Floyd and Willie Butler; and uncle, Lloyd Walker.
     Gregg leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Dana Butler of the home; his parents, Don & Phyllis Butler, Idabel and DeAnna and Smith Saunders, Morristown, TN; sons and daughters, Greggory Don Butler Jr., Oklahoma City, OK., Danielle Butler, Bakersfield, CA, Misty Rachal and Brad Peccio both of Idabel; brother, John Butler and wife Modesty, Durant; one sister, Fonda Kay Proctor and husband Bob, Broken Bow; four grandchildren, Dalton Blane Rachal, London Butler, Cyncere Butler and Chloe Butler; two nieces, Kandi Dickerson and Jerika Butler; three nephews, Clayton Proctor, Jorden Butler and Siren Butler; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and many, many friends.
     Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Idabel, with Bro. Blake Gideon officiating. Interment will follow in Canfield Cemetery.
     Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2007 at Brumley Funeral Home, Idabel.

Esther Lila Morris, 1910 - 2007

     Esther Lila Morris, 96, of Broken Bow, passed away Friday, March 2, 2007 at McCurtain Memorial Hospital. She was born October 24, 1910, in Wickes, AR., the daughter of Tom and Jessie Chambers.
     Esther married Dewey Morris December 23, 1927 and had lived most of her life in the Pickens, Oklahoma area. Since 1993 she had been a resident of McCurtain Manor Nursing Home. She was of the Assembly of God faith. She was a loving and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to all who knew her.
      She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Dewey Morris; daughter, Lauzette Morris; son-in-law, Don Hadley; grandsons, Tony Hadley and Ray Morris; sisters, Cory Morris and Susie(Morris)Treat.
      Esther leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Luquella Hadley, Eugene, OR.; four sons and daughters-in-law, Jay and Doris Morris, Springfield, OR., Frazier Dee and Molly Morris, Chandler, TX., Ken and Beth Morris, Bryan, TX., Jackie and Mary Morris, Eagletown, OK.; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; four great,great-grandchildren; special nieces, nephews, her McCurtain Manor circle of friends, past and present staff and a host of life long friends.
      Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 5, 2007, at the Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Broken Bow. Interment will follow at the Battiest Cemetery. Rev. Jimmy Townsend and Bro. Larry Morris will officiate.

Samara Rain Wallace, 2005 - 2007

     Then were there brought unto him little children that he should put His hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them. But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven. Matt. 19: 13 &14. On Tuesday, February 27, 2007 the angels brought Samara Rain Wallace unto Jesus and her heavenly home. Samara was born on June 3, 2005, the daughter of Coty Wallace and Jessica Wells.
     Samara was preceded in death by paternal great-grandparents, Gene Wallace and Ginger Munnerlynn; maternal great-grandparents, Albert Wells Jr., Chester and Ester Jackson and a cousin, Amber Wells.
     Samara is survived by parents, Coty Wallace, Redland Community; mother, Jessica Wells, Idabel, OK.; paternal grandparents, Terry and Lesia Wallace, Haworth, OK; paternal great-grandmother, Ann Wallace, Portland, OR.; paternal great, great-grandmother, Beatrice Brock, Holly Creek Community; maternal grandparents, Ronnie and Gerri Wells, Broken Bow, OK., Holly Henry, Idabel, OK.; maternal great-grandparents, Mildred Wells, Broken Bow, OK., Jack and Beverly Henry, Portland, OR.; uncles and aunts, Cody Wells, Kyle and Jennifer Wells, Brandy Wells and Raymond Burden, Shane Wallace, Tommie Wallace; cousins, Braydon Wells, Ruvie Patel, Joshua Patel and Ashley Patel.
     Services will be Saturday, March 3, 2007, at the Brumley Funeral Home Chapel, Broken Bow. Johnny Caldwell will officiate. Interment will follow in Hochatown Cemetery . Hochatown , OK . Family will receive friends at the Wallace residence at Goodwater and at 304 N. Costilow, Broken Bow, OK.

Lola Mae Baum, 1924 - 2007

      Lola Mae Baum, 82, of Eagletown, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at DeQueen, Arkansas. She was born March 26, 1924 at Alma, Arkansas to Amos Riley and Elsie Thomas Kerlin.
     Lola moved to Eagletown when she was 8 years old. She graduated from Eagletown High School as valedictorian of her class in 1940. She married Henry Ferman Lee in 1940 and moved to California where she lived for the next 30 years. In 1964 she married Glen Baum. They made their home in Eagletown in 1971. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, puzzles, gardening and spending time with her family. She was affiliated with the pentecostal faith.
      She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glen Baum in 1988; brother, Vernard Kerlin; sister, Norma Hadley; and 2 step brothers, R. C. and Delbert Couch.
     Lola is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Karen Lee of California; twin daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Top Chandler of Eagletown and Mickey and Greg Hicks of Upland, California; one sister, Jean Cromer of Longview, Texas; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; other relatives and a host of friends.
     Services will be 3:00 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2007 at Conley-White Chapel in Broken Bow with Bro. Kent House officiating. Interment will follow in Eagletown Cemetery.

Lisa Marie Dickey, 1962 - 2007

      Lisa Marie Dickey, 44, of Broken Bow, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at her residence. She was born December 12, 1962 to David and Sylvia Boston LaPanne at Dover, New Hampshire. She married Perry Dickey on April 14, 1982 at Broken Bow.
     Lisa was a talented musician and directed the music department at New Life Tabernacle in Broken Bow. She worked as a secretary / agent for several local insurance companies. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. She loved the Lord and inspired many people and touched many hearts. She loved spending time in her flower garden.
     Those left to mourn her passing and to celebrate her life include her husband, Perry of the home; daughter and son-in-law, Angela and Chris Harris of Edmond; sons, SPC. Brian Dickey of Edmond and Kelly Dickey of the home; father, David LaPanne of Lake Wales, Florida; mother, Sylvia Mailhoit of Bow, New Hampshire; brothers, Major David LaPanne Jr. of Willmington, Delaware and SPC. Christopher LaPanne currently deployed to Iraq; sisters, Michelle Harnois of Exeter, NH, Jennifer Haunn of Newark, DE and Melissa LaPanne of Alabama; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
      Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the New Life Tabernacle with Rev. Johnny Cheek officiating. Interment will follow in Crown Hill Cemetery at Broken Bow.
     Family will receive friends Friday, March 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Chadrick Ethan Gibson, 1978 - 2007

     Chadrick Ethan Gibson, 28, Broken Bow, went to Heaven at 5:45 A.M. on February 27, 2007. He was born March 13, 1978, at DeQueen, AR., the son of Melvin and Teresa (Chapman) Gibson. The name Chadrick Ethan meaning “Mighty Warrior” exemplified his life as he fought a twenty-eight year battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Against all odds he lived a life of happiness. He was a cowboy and he enjoyed his horses, camping and family get togethers. Chad touched the hearts and lives of all who met him and gained many, many friends along the way. He was affiliated with the Assemblies of God.
     Chad leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Melvin and Teresa Gibson, of the home; maternal grandparents, Grover and Louise Chapman, Broken Bow, OK.; paternal grandparents, Elton and Vallie Gibson, Broken Bow, OK.; two aunts, Judy Evans and husband Rodney, Broken Bow, OK., Cindy Maness and husband David, Broken Bow, OK.; cousins, Lee Evans and wife Shawna and son Koty, Broken Bow, OK., Lisa Williams and husband Luke, Cleburne, TX., Jennifer Emery and husband Jarrod and son Jayden, Broken Bow, OK.; special friends, Cole Harper, Kelly Donaldson, Shonda and Brett Fears and a host of other friends.
     Services will be held 10:00 p.m., Saturday, March 3, 2007, at First Assembly of God Church, Broken Bow. Bro. Melvin Gibson and Bro. Forest Gibbs will officiate. Interment will follow at Glover Cemetery, Glover, OK.
     Family will be receiving friends Friday, March 2, 2007, 6 to 8 p.m. at Brumley Funeral Home, Broken Bow.

Bud McBrayer, 1942 - 2007

     Bud McBrayer, 64, of Idabel, passed away Monday, February 26, 2007 at Paris, Texas. He was born April 3, 1942 at Haworth, the son of Edgar Newton and Gussie Violet Bryant McBrayer. On August 4, 1961 he married Sue Finley at Haworth.
     Bud owned and operated Bud’s Saw Repair for over 40 years. He was a faithful member of Trinity Baptist Church, serving as a Deacon for many years. Bud loved teaching his Sunday School Class. He enjoyed woodworking and fishing and was a lifetime resident of McCurtain County.
     He was preceded in death by his parents.
      Bud is survived by his wife Sue of the home; sons and daughters-in-law, Jonathan and Kittie McBrayer of Ponca City, and Chris and GiGi McBrayer of Idabel; a daughter, Renae Boston of Siloam Springs, Arkansas; a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Francis and Harold Axton of Oklahoma City; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Carmen and Marvin Taylor of Coalgate; nine grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, many other relatives, and many, many friends.
     Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 2, 2007 at Trinity Baptist Church in Idabel with Bro. Kent House and Bro. Britt Lesley officiating. Interment will follow in Denison Cemetery.
     The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the funeral home.

Kareen “Kay” Marie Dale, 1942 - 2007

     Kareen “Kay” Marie Dale, 64, of Ringold passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Antlers. She was born June 13, 1942 in Palestine, Texas, the daughter of David and Marie Moore Turpin. She married Billy Dale on October 24, 1958 in Nowata, OK.
     Kay attended school in Idabel. After her husband was discharged from the Army, her family moved to the Dallas area in 1969. Kay and her family returned to McCurtain County sometime around 1974. She had lived in Ringold since 1991.
     Kay enjoyed painting landscapes. She was a member of NAPUS and was employed by the Ringold Post Office as Postmaster. She attended the Old Burwell Church of Christ in Ringold.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 year old son, Mark Paul Dale in 1965; son-in-law, Gary Nolan Gross, brother-in-law, Dewayne Penner; and mother-in-law, Lorene Penner.
     Kay leaves to cherish her memory her husband Billy Paul Dale of the home; sons, David Dee Dale and Billy Paul Dale II; daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa Marie Gross, Sharon Kay and Patrick D. Gray, Wanda Jo and Balbino Paredes; brothers and sisters-in-law, Wimpford and Phyllis Jo Vice, Glen “Red” and Mary Dale, and Wanda Webb; grandchildren, Russell Dale Pinckard, Ryan Patrick Pinckard, Brianna Marie Wood, Elyse Dennell Pinckard, Randall Mark Paul Wright, Veronica Kay Nicole Wright, Dewayne “Hank” Ray Smith, Corbin Fletcher Dale, Shalyse Wryn Tuttle, Ruth Mackenna Dale, Toni Michelle Lambert, Ashley Gray, Cord Gray, Brice Gray; great-granchildren, Mikayia Marie Wood, Cortlyn Augustus Cravins, Kaitlyn Makenzie Cravins, Caleb Wayne Anderson, Calen Malachi Wright, Alexus Danielle Lambert; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
     Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the Old Burwell Church of Christ, Ringold with Dick Logan and Bro. James Campbell officiating. Interment will follow in the Denison Cemetery at Idabel.
     The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.