James Edward Jones (Jimmy)

James Edward Jones (Jimmy) was born October 28, 1949, in McAlester, OK, to Edward F. and Laverne Brown Jones and passed away March 3, 2016, after a 4-year bout with cancer. Even through his illness, Jim remained a model of positiveness and inspiration. His endless love for life and his infectious smile and sense of humor were always present. He lived by a three-point saying...you can give up; give in; or give it all you've got. He chose the latter.

Jimmy graduated from Panola High School in 1968 where he was known for his athletic ability and completed college at Eastern Oklahoma State College before graduating with his teaching degree from Northeastern State University.

Jimmy and Judy Collins became lifelong sweethearts at age 18 and 16 and they were married in 1973 upon college graduation. Eight days later they began their teaching careers in the Beggs Public School district. He then worked towards his Master Degree in Health Administration at the University of Oklahoma.

His teaching/coaching career spanned several Oklahoma schools along with a long tenure as a summer Little League baseball coach. In 2002, he coached his team in one of the first K-8 State basketball tournaments.

Jimmy had the opportunity to serve as the Director of the Choctaw Nation Health programs under three honorable chiefs, Harry J. W. Belvin, David Gardner and Hollis Roberts. He was instrumental in the development of the Community Health Representative Program for the 10 1/2 counties in the Choctaw Nation. He celebrated his cultural heritage and never missed the chance to tell others about his Choctaw People.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years Judy Collins Jones of the home; daughter and son-in-law Jennifer and Troy Walker and granddaughters Madison Kay Walker and Macy Kay Walker. Other survivors include his sisters- and brothers-in law Bob and Sue Collins Pattison of Red Oak; John and Susan Collins of Marshall, Texas; sister, Judith Jones Smith of Durant; an uncle, Wayne Jones of Alderson, OK; and special nephew and family, Chase, Erin and McKenzie Condor of Durant, OK. He is also survived by several other nieces, nephews, cousins, and the entire Bethel Family whom he loved to be around at family reunion times.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eddie and Laverne Jones; sister, Linda Jones Condor and grandparents, Jimmie and Betty Jones and Milton and Julia Dunham Brown; also parents-in-law, Al & Doris Collins.

Services will be held at the Panola Baptist Church, Panola, OK, at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 6, 2016 with Rev. Howard Head and Minister Logan Cates presiding. Interment to follow at the Baldwin Cemetery, Wilburton, OK.

Serving as pallbearers are Bob Pattison, John Collins, Chase Condor, Ryan Hudson, Mark Hudson, Troy Walker and Wayne Jones. Honorary pallbearers will be Juanita Noah, Audrey Skimbo, Bill Cecil, Charles Adams, Buddy Enis, West Hilburn, Joe Coley, Randy Brigance and Audrey Balentine.

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Benny Crane

In Memory of Benny Crane

Benny Crane, age 79, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center, of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Benny was born in Monroe, Oklahoma on August 14, 1936, a son of the late Edith (Henry) and Clarence Crane.

Benny worked for the Department of Human Services, State of Oklahoma.

He was a member of First Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. Benny was very active in the Masonic Lodge. He was initiated in 1959, passed in 1959, raised to Master Mason in 1959. He was a member at the Poteau, Wilburton and Mosholatubbee Lodges. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, 1964 of the McAlester Masonic Temple, aslo received KCCH, in 1973 at the McAlester Scottish Rite Temple. He received his 50 year pin for Scottish Rite Membership in 2014.

He was the husband of Velta (Maxwell) Crane. On March 4, 1972, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Benny is survived by:

Wife: Velta Crane, of the home.

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Robin & Chris Benson, of Wister, Oklahoma.

Sons/Daughters-In-Law: Rocky & Susan Crane, of Wister, Oklahoma; Ricky & Diane Crane, of Wister, Oklahoma.

Nephew: Don & Janet Massey, of Bakersfield, California.

Grandchildren: Brandon Benson, Justin Benson, Haley Makoby, Rocky Allyn Crane, all of Wister, Oklahoma; Ashley Duggar, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; Kelsey Crane, Clint Crane, both of Wister, Oklahoma. Also survived by 4 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother, 1 sister, step father, Fred Schrodt.

Services at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2016 with Rev. Clint Cannon officiating. Interment to follow at the Wilburton Masonic Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:Tim Baker, Gary Lay, Randy Conley, Jesse James, Robert Skimbo, Luke Stanford.

Honorary Pallbearers: Charles Adams, Joe Pete Skimbo, John Collums, Charley Warren, Frank Lawrence, Wayne Mathis, Mickey Chrestman, Randy Waldrop.

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Gary L. Pass

In Memory of Gary L. Pass

Gary L. Pass, age 55, of Tuskahoma, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, February 29, 2016 at his residence in Tuskahoma.

Gary was born in Quinton, Oklahoma on January 17, 1961, a son of the late Effie (Hale) and Walter Lee Pass.

He attended Tate Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, of Tuskahoma, Oklahoma.

Gary is also survived by:

Sisters/Brothers-In-Law: Brenda Pass, of Tuskahoma, Oklahoma; Sherry & William Seyler, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mary & Palmer Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Ruby & John Miles, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Donna & Millard Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma, Leona Tate, of Tuskahoma, Oklahoma.

Nephews: Rodney & Judy Tate of Tuskahoma, Oklahoma; David & Tisha Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Gerald & Salena Irvin, of Stillwater, Oklahoma; Nathan Pace of McAlester, Oklahoma. Niece: Kathryn Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Great nieces & nephews: Casey, Cody, Brody, Dayton, Whitney, Kynlee.

Preceded in death by his parents; brother, John; nieces, Becky, Dawn, Carey, Carolyn; brothers-in-law, Fred & Rodney; great nephew, Reed.

Services at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 4, 2016 with Rev. Rodney Tate and Rev. Lee Alan Humphreys officiating.

Interment to follow at the Centerpoint Cemetery,of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Larry Kennedy, Everett Burt, Lance Houston, Tommy Culberson, Mitchel Walker, Josh Bull. Honorary Pallbearers: Robert Fairless, Ted Peters, Church Members of Tate Chapel.

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Norman Howard Price

In Memory of Norman Howard Price

Norman Howard Price, age 78, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, February 22, 2016 at his residence.

Norman was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on June 13, 1937, a son of the late Vetress (Boddy) and Howard Price.

Norman worked as a machinist at Boeing Inc.

He was a member of High Bridge Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

He was the husband of Carol (Rager) Price. On April 8, 1962, they were married at McAlester, Oklahoma.

Norman is survived by:

Wife: Carol Price, of the home.

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Linda & David Harp, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Daughter-In-Law: Tara Price, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Sisters/Brother-In-Law: Sue & Wayne Lucas, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mary Lou Nobles, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Grandchildren: Nathan Cook, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Britney & Steve Brinlee, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mitchell Cook, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Sophia Price, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Great Grandchildren: Aubree Brinlee and Tate Brinlee, both of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Howard & Vetress Price; son, Randy Price.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 25, 2016 with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. Interment to follow at the Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Mitchell Cook, Nathan Cook, Royce Jackson, Jerry London, John McAlester, Toby Ezekiel. Honorary Pallbearers: Alford Ezekiel, Tony Lee Mitchell, Wayne Lucas.

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Bertha M. Clark

In Memory of Bertha M. Clark

Bertha M. Clark, age 59, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2016 at her residence.

Bertha was born in Crowell, Texas on September 4, 1956, a daughter of the late Venitta Lynn (Parkhill) and James Whitley.

She was the wife of Donald Clark. On November 22, 1973, they were married at Athens, Texas.

Bertha is survived by:

Husband: Donald Clark, of the home.

Daughters/Sons-In-Law: Sueann & Glenn Deela, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Virginia & Aaron Laws, of Mounds, Oklahoma; Lonita & Gene Bolinger, of Stayton, Oregon.

Sisters/Brothers-In-Law: Barbara & Bryan Maislen, of Tennessee; Judy Whitley, of Athens, Texas; Rita Whitley, of Canton, Texas; Kathy & Mike Sirmans, of Palestine, Texas; Sandra Whitley, of Athens, Texas.

Brothers: Robert Whitley, of Florida; Jerral Whitley, of Maine; Elvin Parkhill, of Oklahoma; Hansel Whitley, of Tyler, Texas;

Several step daughters and step sons.

She is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, 4 Great Grandchildren.

Bertha was preceded in death by her parents, brother James Lee, infant son, 2 step sons, Larry & Anthony.

Services Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 2 p.m. at the Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma with Rev. Willard Francis and Rev. Paul Brady officiating. Interment to follow at the Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Marcus Tubbs, Glenn Deela, Jr., Christopher Bolinger, Hunter Whitley, James Henson, Jonathan Denham. Honorary Pallbearers: Rick Clark, Gary Clark.

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Catherine Henson Turner

In Memory of Catherine Henson Turner

Catherine Henson Turner, age 82, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at the McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

Catherine was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on November 6, 1933, a daughter of the late Leona (King) and Jess Newton Henson. She was a member of Bowers Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma. She was the wife of Lee Turner. On April 10, 1986, they were married at McAlester, Oklahoma.

She graduated from McAlester High School in 1951. She worked in accounting for Consolidated Gas, Arkla Gas, American Fidelity Assurance and Chester A. Born. During her career she owned and operated a restaurant and managed a 120 unit HUD Apartment Complex. Her last employer before retirement was Wilburton State Bank.

Catherine is survived by:

Husband: Lee Turner, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Carolyn, wife of Arthur Baldwin, of Birmingham, Alabama.

Son: Bruce Burkhart, of Burleson, Texas.

Grandchildren: Stephanie (Baldwin) Weast-Jordan and husband Daniel and Aaron Baldwin all of Cleveland, Mississippi. Ross Burkhart of Burleson, Texas.

Great Grandchildren: Sayre, Bryer and Schuler Weast of Cleveland, Mississippi.

Niece: Julia King Henson, of Terre Haute, Indiana.

Other Survivors: Ross Turner and wife Julia, of Idabel, Oklahoma. Susan Conley and husband Frank, of Gowen, Oklahoma. Debbie Gragg and husband Jason, of McAlester and their families.

Preceded in death by her parents, Jess Newton & Leona (King) Henson; brother, Jess Henson, Jr.; sister-in-law, Carolyn Kelly Henson; and a nephew, Timothy Ward Henson.

Services at Bowers Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2016 with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. Interment to follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery, McAlester, Oklahoma.

In lieu of flowers you may give to the Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children, 3800 N. May Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73112 or the charity of your choice.

Pallbearers: Aaron Baldwin, Daniel Jordan, Bryer Weast, Ross Burkhart, John McAlester, Willie Sharp. Honorary Pallbearers: Women's Bible Study Class & Sunday School Class.

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Gloria Jean Clark

In Memory of Gloria Jean Clark

Gloria Jean Clark, age 65, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016 at her residence in Wilburton.

Gloria was born in Greenfield, Missouri on June 21, 1950, a daughter of the late Emma (Farmer) and Chuck Harris.

She worked in the food service department at the Eastern Oklahoma State College, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. She attended the Lutie Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma .

Gloria was the wife of Roy Clark, Jr. They were married on May 10, 2002 at Ft. Smith, Arkansas.

Gloria is survived by:

Husband: Roy Clark, Jr. of the home.

Daughters/Sons-In-Law: Mandi & Jason Smith, of Lawton, Oklahoma; Shannon & Steve Potts, of Cookson, Oklahoma.

Sons/Daughters-In-Law: Jim Allen & Tabetha Prock, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Hollis Allen & Wanda McBride of Spokane Valley, Washington..

Brothers/Sisters-In-Law: Robert & Pat Duit, of Altus, Oklahoma; Charles & Debbie Duit, of Beaumont, Texas.

She is also survived by 11 Grandchildren

Preceded in death by her parents, Chuck & Emma (Farmer) Harris, Sister, Mary Mutziger

Graveside Service at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2016 with Rev. Willard Francis and Rev. Charles Watkins officiating.

Pallbearers: Charles Watkins, Steve Potts, Jason Smith, Joe Ratliff, Jim Allen, Bobby Self.

Honorary Pallbearer: Virgil Francis

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Mary A. Smallwood

In Memory of Mary A. Smallwood

Mary A. Smallwood, age 80, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at the Latimer County Hospital, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Mary was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on March 1, 1935, a daughter of the late Lillie (Lucus) and Edward Van Riley.

Mary was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

She was the wife of Horace Smallwood. On February 14, 1957, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Mary is survived by:

Husband: Horace Smallwood, of the home.

Daughter: Valerie Smallwood, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Son: Wayne Smallwood, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Brother: Ed Riley, of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents.

Services at First Baptist Church, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2016 with Rev. Johnny Montgomery officiating. Interment to follow at the Red Oak Cemetery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Dee Morris, Larry Love, Rick Love, Mark Love, Bill Garner, Doug Nixon.

Honorary Pallbearers: Delmer Allen, Dewayne Mankin, Ted Harris, John Fields.

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Vera Dorothy Prock Woodard

In Memory of Vera Dorothy Prock Woodard

Vera Dorothy Prock Woodard, age 96, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2015 at the Latimer County Nursing Home, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Vera was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on June 27, 1919, a daughter of the late Walsie (Guthrie) and Edward Prock.

Vera was a homemaker. She was the widow of William K. Woodard. On December 24, 1936, they were married at Salonia township. During WWII, Vera and Willie moved to Richmond, California and worked at Kaiser Shipyards building Liberty Ships to transport our troops overseas.

During part of her life, Vera worked for Beckman Instruments and helped make some components for the first computer used by NASA for the space program. Vera was a life long learner and ahead of her time. We will miss her.

Vera is survived by:

Daughter: Virginia Woodard Wisemore.

Son: David Albert Woodard

Sisters: Norma Mae Prock Crank, Betty Lue Prock Shawareb, Jerrie Renell Prock Lackpour.

She is also survived by Grandchildren: David Bryan Woodard, William Lee Tessendorf, Raymond Carl Tessendorf.

Great Grandchildren: James David Tessendorf, Cassandra Kay Tessendorf and Isabella Virginia Tessendorf.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband William Kelso Woodard and thirteen brothers and sisters.

Services at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2016 with Rev. Willard Francis and Rev. Donnie Russell officiating.

Interment at Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma.

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DeRay Gammons

In Memory of DeRay Gammons

DeRay Gammons, age 79, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, December 15, at the McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

DeRay was born in Sasakwa, Oklahoma on August 29, 1936, a son of the late Bernetta (Hamilton) and Roy T. Gammons.

DeRay worked in the oil field. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Wilburton, Oklahoma. DeRay was also a deacon of First Baptist Church of Wilburton.

He was the husband of Sue (Barbre) Gammons. On August 1, 1956, they were married at Sasakwa, Oklahoma.

DeRay is survived by:

Wife: Sue Gammons, of the home.

Sons/Daughters-In-Law: Darrell & Paula Gammons, of Searcy, Arkansas; Troy & Karen Gammons, of Hooks, Texas; Steven Gammons, of Hooks, Texas.

Sisters/Brother-In-Law: Lois Boyce, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Wanda & Don Shores, of Ada, Oklahoma.

Brother/Sister-In-Law: James & Judy Gammons, of Sasakwa, Oklahoma.

He is also survived by Grandchildren: Caleb Gammons, Randi Gammons, Haylee Gammons, Jordan Gammons, Julie & Arthur Vasquez, Ray Dawn & Zac Henthorn, Murphy Gammons.

Great Grandchild: Juliana Vasquez..

DeRay was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, 3 sisters.

Services at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2015 with Rev. Paul Brady and Rev. Willard Francis, Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating.

Interment to follow at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Caleb Gammons, Bobby Peters, Alvin Shores, Stanley Shores, David Gaede, Steve Burton. Honorary Pallbearers: Tom Ratliff, Donald Scott, Luke Stanford, Bud Howerton, Harold Logan, Burke Williams, Billy Jack Norman, Rock Enis.

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