Raebecca Jane Kendrick

In Memory Of  Raebecca Jane Kendrick

Raebecca Jane Kendrick, age 19, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Raebecca was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on October 10, 1997.

She attended the First Free Will Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma . 

Raebecca is survived by:
Mother: Gwen Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Twin Sister:  Hannah Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Brothers/Sisters-In-Law:  William Ray & Kara Lenard, of Claremore, Oklahoma; Nolan Glen &   Ashley Jameson, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. 
Maternal Grandparents: Glen & Glenda Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Uncles: Tommy & Mary Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Allen & Diana Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Aunt:  Mary Kendrick, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Also survived by several cousins, nephews & nieces.

Service at Wilburton High School Auditorium, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2017  with Rev. Clint Cannon officiating.  Interment to follow at Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Pallbearers:  Cousins.

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Wanema Sue Gniech

In Memory Of Wanema Sue Gniech

Wanema Sue Gniech,  age 74, of Panama, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Sparks Regional Medical Center, Ft. Smith, Arkansas. 

Wanema was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on December 20, 1942, a daughter of the late Velma Cletis Collins-Brewer and Wallace Earl Wise.

Wanema worked as a home health aid.  She was the widow of Curtis Franklin Gniech. On June 26, 1981, they were married at Carson City, Nevada. 

Wanema is  survived by: 
Daughter/Son-In-Law:  Kimmie  Harrington-McCoy & husband Eldridge, of Hayfork, California.
Son/Daughter-In-Law:  ,Donnie & Lori Lovell, of Darnell, Arkansas. 
Sister:  Brenda & Anthony Salinas, of Shady Point, Oklahoma.
Brother/Sister-In-Law:  Leeman & Nancy Wise, of Glendale, Oregon.
Aunt:  Rita Creel, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Several cousins, nieces & nephews and a host of many friends.
Best Friend: Doyle Nye, of Panama, Oklahoma.  
Very Dear Friend:  Janie Brannon, of Poteau, Oklahoma. 
She is also survived by 10 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren.

Wanema was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Curtis; son, Harlan Harrington.

Graveside Service at Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19, 2017  with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. 

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William (Bill) Thomas Emmert

In Memory Of  William (Bill) Thomas Emmert

William (Bill) Thomas Emmert, age 85, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the  Mercy Hospital, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas. 

Bill was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on February 25, 1932, a son of the late Bercy (Hardy) and Eugene  Emmert.

He worked as a rancher.  Bill was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Wilburton. 

Bill served in the U.S. Air Force. 

He was the husband of Juanita  (Thornton) Emmert. On June 8, 1956, they were married at Talihina, Oklahoma. 

Bill is survived by:
Wife: Juanita Emmert, of the home. 
Daughter/Son-In-Law:  Nancy & Brian Battles, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughters-In-Law:  Brian & Deann Emmert, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Dennis & Jennifer Emmert, of Bellevue, Nebraska; Ronald & Stephanie Emmert, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. 
Brothers/Sisters-In-Law:  Russell & Rita Emmert, of Miami, Florida; Paul & Terry Emmert, of Talihina, Oklahoma; Richard & Nikki Emmert, of Skiatook, Oklahoma; Ronald Emmert, of McKinney, Texas. 
He is also survived by Grandchildren:  Lake Battles, Courtney Battles, Dalton Battles, Derek Emmert, Connor Emmert, Savannah Emmert.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents.

Service at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 17, 2017  with Dr. Paul Brady and Rev. Tom Ratliff officiating.   Interment to follow at Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Pallbearers:  Brian Emmert, Dennis Emmert, Ronald Emmert, Dalton Battles, Derek Emmert, Connor Emmert.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Doug Hensley, Brian Battles.

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Mary Alice Looper

In Memory Of  Mary Alice Looper

Mary Alice Looper, age 66, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the  McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma. 

Mary was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on July 16, 1950, a daughter of the late Mary Frances (Anderson) and Hance  Phillips.

Mary was a  homemaker.  She was of the Baptist faith.  

She was the wife of Gary  Looper, Sr.,  they were married on November 24, 1965. 

Mary is  survived by:
Husband: Gary Looper, Sr., of the home. 
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:  Betty & Charles McCool, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Candy & Donnie Elwood, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Frances & Tommy Joe Brown, of Wister, Oklahoma. 
Son/Daughter-In-Law:  Gary & Delia Looper, Jr., of Red Oak, Oklahoma.
Sister:   Ethel Whitmore, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Brother:  John Phillips, of Marysville, California. 
Son-In-Law:  Albert Prock, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.
She is also survived by Grandchildren:  Justin, Tabetha, Lacy, Tracy, Lee, Amanda, Sadie, Austin, Noah, Dusty, Cheslor, Benson, and Jaxton.  15 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by father, Hance Phillips; mother, Mary Frances (Anderson) Phillips; brothers, Jerry Phillips, Bobby Phillips, Perry Phillips, Raymond Phillips, David Phillips; daughter, Mary Ann (Looper) Prock.

Graveside Service at North Rock Creek Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017  with Rev. Charles Watkins officiating. 

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Jim E. Thornton

In Memory of Jim. E. Thornton

Jim E. Thornton, age 78, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2017 at the Latimer County Hospital, Wilburton, Oklahoma . 

Jim was born in Pottsboro, Texas on February 19, 1939, a son of the late Fannie (Looney) and Roscoe  Thornton.

Jim was a self employed appliance repairman.  He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma where he served as a deacon & Sunday School Director for many years. 

Jim served in the U.S. Navy. 

Jim was the husband of Toni  (Garrison) Thornton. On May 17, 1960, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Jim is  survived by:
Wife: Toni Thornton, of the home.
Son:  Stephen Thornton, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:  Yvette & Joe Bray, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; LaDonna & Paul Enis, of Van Buren, Arkansas; Lesa & Wes Shelton, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Brother/Sister-In-Law:   Bill & JoAnn Thornton, of Kingman, Arizona. 
Sister/Brother-In-Law:  Nita & Bill Emmert, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Brother-In-Law: Jack Hensley, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Also survived by  Grandchildren: Ryan Enis, T.J. & Brittany Bray, Andrew Enis, Emily Yvonne Enis, Taylor Bray, Stevie Thornton, Spencer Bray.  
Great Grandchild: Carson James Bray. 

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Helen Hensley; daughter, Mary Yvonne Thornton; granddaughter, Amanda Bray; granddaughter, Stephanie Enis; great granddaughter, Ryleigh Enis.

Service at Calvary Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017  with Rev. Willard Francis officiating.  Interment to follow at the Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Ryan Enis, T. J. Bray, Andrew Enis, Taylor Bray, Spencer Bray, Stevie Thornton, Emily Enis.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Kenny Schiwart, Richard Bowden, Dewayne Johnson, Doug Perryman, Rodney Knight, Frank Back.

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William Charles Howard

In Memory Of  William Charles Howard

William Charles Howard, age 50, of McKinney, Texas, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017 at his residence in McKinney.

William was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on January 9, 1967, a son of the late Lorene Kay (Abbott) and William Leroy Howard.

He worked as a system engineer.  William served in the U.S. Army as a Captain. 

William was the husband of Kassandra  (Wilcox) Howard. On May 2, 1987, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.   William was of the Baptist faith.

William is  survived by:
Wife: Kassandra Howard, of the home. 
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:  Kayla'Sue & Ilan Cisneros, of McKinney, Texas; Sarah & Karhl Wayman, of McKinney, Texas.
Sisters/Brother-In-Law:  Karey Thorton, of Norman, Oklahoma; Cheri & John Bergsten, of Norman, Oklahoma. 
He is also survived by Grandchildren:  Mia'Sue Cisneros, William Riley Wayman, Rowan Cisneros, Jackson Cole Wayman.  Several other relatives and friends.

William was preceded in death by his parents, paternal & maternal grandparents.

Service at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2017  with Dr. Paul Brady officiating.  Interment to follow at the Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Josh Hunnicutt, JR. Thornburg, Ilan Cisneros, Eric Siler, Jerry Stoll, Jack Wilcox.
Honorary Pallbearers:  Class of 1985 Davenport High School.

 In Lieu of Flowers it was Charlie and his family's wishes that donations be made to the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.  
Donations will be accepted online at www.dallas2017.yournextstepisthecure.org/teamcharlie

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Marian Winlock

In Memory Of  Marian  Winlock

Marian Winlock, age 65, of Hartshorne, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, March 17, 2017 at her residence in Hartshorne.

Marian was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on July 22, 1951, a daughter of the late Lorene (Harris) and Ellis Ramsey.

Marian worked as a nurses aid.

She was a lifetime member of Boiling Springs Baptist Church.  She liked going to gospel singings, fishing, yard sales, and family gatherings.  She enjoyed playing domino's and traveling. 

Marian is survived by: 
Sister/Brother-In-Law:  Nora & Wayne Scott, Sr.
Nieces:  Sonya Christie and husband Gaylon, Sherry Picone and husband Vence, Kimberly Scott, Ashley Miller, Roxie Whilelance, Jaxie Willis, Jolene Willis, Michelle Ramsey. 
Nephews:  Michael Winlock, Wayne Scott, Jr., Jeremy Scott and wife Honni, LeRoy Sealy, Bobby Sealy, Ellis Scott, James Scott, Michael Ramsey.  
She is also survived by numerous great and great great nephews & nieces. 

Marian was preceded in death by: Husband, Larry Joe Winlock; Father, Ellis Ramsey; Mother, Lorene Harris; Brothers, LeRoy Sealy, Sr., Ellis Franklin Ramsey; Sisters, Lillian Ramsey Sullivan, Eliza Scott; Great Nephews, Leslie Scott, Rodney Sealy.

Memorial Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2017  with Rev. Melvin Palmer and Rev. Stanley Shomo officiating. 

Honorary Pallbearers:  Mike Winlock, Alex Scott, Gaylon Christie, Randy Sam, Mike Ramsey, Jeffery Ellis, Quinton Picone, Seth Miller, Jordan Miller, Justin Ellis, Ellis Scott, Joshua Ellis, James Scott, Pete Swafford.

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Selma Ruth Loyd

In Memory of  Selma Ruth Loyd

Selma Ruth Loyd, age 69, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2017 at the  McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

Selma was born in Poteau, Oklahoma on May 7, 1947, a daughter of the late Mamie (Atkins) and Charles T. Wise.

Selma worked as a hairdresser.

She was the wife of Earnest  Loyd. On June 7, 1990, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Selma is  survived by:
Husband: Earnest Loyd, of the home.
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:  Khristine & Wayne Malone, of Poteau, Oklahoma; Saundra & Kelly Cate, of Sprio, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughter-In-Law:  Larry & Kim Knight, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Christopher Joe Knight, of Oklahoma.
She is also survived by 10 Grandchildren, 25 Great Grandchildren.

Selma was preceded in death by her parents, 9 brothers, 2 sisters, granddaughter Janice Cornell.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 6, 2017  with Rev. Willard Francis officiating.  Interment to follow at the  Lutie Cemetery, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  James Cornell, Kenneth Cornell, Chris Skinner, Justin Deiter, Joey Wise, Tommy Wise.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Kelly Cate, Wayne Malone.

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Judy A. Royston

In Memory Of  Judy A. Royston

Judy A. Royston, age 70, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2017 at the  McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

Judy was born in Siloam Springs, Arkansas on November 7, 1946, a daughter of the late Charline (Wilkerson) and George  Reed.

Judy worked as a registered nurse.  She was a member of Wilburton Seventh Day Adventist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Judy was the wife of Daryl (Butch)  Royston. On June 22, 1992, they were married at Little Rock, Arkansas. 

Judy is  survived by:
Husband: Daryl (Butch) Royston, of the home.
Sons:  Louis Smith, Jr., of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Danny Holloway II, of Texas.
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:   Susan & Michael Ray, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Bridget & Stephen Thompson, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.
Sisters: Janice Demko, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas; Joyce Brinsen, of College Place, Washington. 
She is also survived by 6 Grandchildren and a host of friends.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, sister Jerry Bell, Granddaughter Alexis Holloway.

Memorial Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 8, 2017  with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. 

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Keith Leon Friend

In Memory Of  Keith Leon Friend

Keith Leon Friend,  age 47, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Mercy Hospital, Ft. Smith,  Arkansas. 

Keith was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on June 12, 1969, a son of Preston Friend and the late Katherine (Mills) Friend.

Keith worked as a truck driver.

Keith is survived by:
Father: Preston Friend, of Jacksonville, Florida. 
Daughters:  Britney Friend and BreAnna Friend, both of Jacksonville, Florida. 
Son:  Kyle Friend, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas.
Sister/Brother-In-Law:  Delores & William Bentley, of Moffett, Oklahoma. 
 
He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and a host of friends.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2017  with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating.  Interment to follow at the Highbridge Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

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