Gary Lynn Sparks

In Memory Of  Gary Lynn Sparks

Gary Lynn Sparks, age 64, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at his home in Wilburton.

Gary was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on July 22, 1952, a son of the late Henryetta (Bambeck) and Bill  Sparks.  Gary graduated from Wilburton High School in 1970.  He owned and operated several businesses in the community, including Sparks Phillips 66, The Picture Show and Gary's Place.  He retired from Wilburton Fire Department in 2001 after many years of service.  Gary was also a member of the Wilburton Masonic Lodge #141.

Gary is  survived by: 
Son:  Jake Sparks, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:   Leslie & Michael Patten, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Kayce & Bobby Shank, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Whitney Sparks, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sister/Brother-In-Law:   Mary Faye & Cal McCullough, of Red Oak, Oklahoma. 
Gary is also survived by Grandchildren:  Shay Stacey, Rylee Stacey, Broden Stacey, and Seth Patten of Red Oak, Oklahoma and Austin & Kale Shank of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Bill & Henryetta Sparks; brothers, Billy Charles, Drew & Jimmy Ray Sparks; son, Timothy Don Sparks; daughter, Leigh Sparks.  And Karen Rae Robbins.

Memorial Service at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 3, 2017  with Dr. Paul Brady,  Rev. Randy Waldrop, and Mr. David Donoley officiating. 

Honorary Pallbearers: David Donoley, Russell Brownlee, Carey Menasco, Jim Wynn, Doug Dry, Bruce Buffington, Billy Neering, Josh Kelly.

SERVICES UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERAL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA.

Nora Pearl Edmonds

In Memory Of  Nora Pearl Edmonds

Nora Pearl Edmonds, age 93, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, June 25, 2017 at the Ranch Terrace Nursing Home, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma. 

Pearl was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on January 27, 1924, a daughter of the late Fannie L. (Tedder)  and Joseph S. White.

Pearl was a  homemaker.  She was a member of  the First Baptist Church of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pearl is survived by:
Sons/Daughter-In-Law:  Gene E. & Joann Smith, of Coweta, Oklahoma; Bill C. Smith, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Richard B. Smith, of Midland, Texas.
Daughters/Sons-In-Law:   Ann & Jim Parker, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma; Margaret L. & Forrest McLemore, of Fairview, Texas.
Sisters:  Lois Johnson, of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; Maxine Bickerstaff, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
She is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren.

Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, 2 half brothers, 4 sisters, 2 half sisters.

Graveside Service at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2017  with Rev. Randy Waldrop and Dr. Paul Brady officiating.  Music by Rev. Willard Francis and Saundra Francis.

Honorary Pallbearers:  Grandsons-Lee McLemore, Alan McLemore, Donnie Smith, Rob Morgan, Smokey Smith.

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Mary Dell Morgan

In Memory Of  Mary Dell Morgan

Mary Dell Morgan, age 78, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, June 9, 2017 at the Mercy Hospital, Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Mary was born in Jasper, Georgia on October 31, 1938, a daughter of the late Della (Long) and James  Compton.

Mary was a homemaker.  She was a member of North Rock Creek Baptist Church, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

She was the wife of Cecil Warren Morgan. On September 28, 1957, Mary and Cecil were married at Jasper, Georgia. 

Mary is  survived by
Husband: Cecil Morgan, of the home. 
Daughter:   Tresa Jo Morgan, of Bixby, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughter-In-Law:  Clifton D. Morgan, of Allen, Oklahoma; Carlton Lee Morgan, of Allen, Oklahoma; Clay & Kelitha Morgan, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.
Sister:   Jimmie Thomason, of Jasper, Georgia. 
Mary is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers.

Graveside Service at North Rock Creek Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 12, 2017  with Rev. James Carpenter officiating. 

Pallbearers:  Clay Morgan, Carlton Morgan, Clifton Morgan, Vahik Abovian, Jeremiah Morgan, Joshua Morgan, Jorge Monge, Mike Morgan.

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Bill Booth Jr.

In Memory of  Bill  Booth, Jr.

Bill  Booth, Jr., 66, of Red Oak, OK, passed away Monday, June 5th, at his residence. . 

Bill was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on March 25, 1951, a son of the late Donna (Danel) and William (Bill) O. Booth, Sr.

Bill worked in the oil field.  He was a member of Church of Christ, of  Red Oak, Oklahoma. 

He was the husband of De'Anne  (Noah) Booth. On April 11, 1969, they were married at Red Oak, Oklahoma. 

Bill is survived by:
Wife:  De'Anne Booth, of the home. 
Daughter/Son-In-Law:  Candace & Randy Raney, of Red Oak, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughter-In-Law:   Trey & Brase Booth, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Jon Booth, of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Sisters/Brothers-In-Law:  Gwen & Jess Wommack, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Sally & Leland Walker, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Norma Bradley, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Bill is also survived by Grandchildren:  Jordan & Brittany Booth, of Wister, Oklahoma; Cheyenne Booth, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Miranda Raney, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Chantry Booth, Red Oak, Oklahoma; Brenna, Westen & Chet Coffey, all of Red Oak, Oklahoma.  
Great Grandchild:  Nolan Booth.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Sr. and Donna Booth, and grandson, Logan Raney.

Service at Panola High School Auditorium, Panola, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2017  with Rev. Johnny Montgomery officiating.  Interment to follow at the North Rock Creek Cemetery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Justin Adams, Roger Green, Kenny Blaylock, Derrick Noah, Wayde Noah, Josh Nix, Sonny Nix, Troy Walker, Jake Walker, Danel Walker, J. J. Wommack.

Honorary Pallbearers:  Wednesday Breakfast/Coffee Group: Johnny Booth, O. B. Johnston, Dewayne Mankin, Bill Garner, Garnett Parks, Mitchell Johnson, and Junior Wilson.

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Quinton Ramsey Picone

Services 10am Monday, June 5th 2017.  Panola High School Auditorium.  (No Viewing/Visitation)

Family visitation 3pm Friday at the home of Quinton at 2299 Krebs Lake Road McAlester, OK 74501

In Memory Of  Quinton Ramsey Picone

Quinton Ramsey Picone, age 27, of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at his residence.
Quinton was born in Jacksonville, Florida on July 29, 1989, a son of Sherry Lynn (Scott) and Vincent Ray Picone, of McAlester.
He was employed as an Administrative Assistant at the Army Ammunition Plant, of McAlester, Oklahoma.
Quinton was of the Baptist faith.  He served in the U.S. Army.
Quinton is survived by
Father and Mother: Vincent & Sherry Picone, of McAlester, Oklahoma.
Sisters: Judy Kay Picone, of Durant, Oklahoma; Alexandra Lenora Picone, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Alisha Marie Picone, of Beaufort, South Carolina.
Paternal Grandparents: Alexander & Judy Kay Picone, of Kansas City, Missouri.  
Maternal Grandparents:  Wayne & Nora Scott, of Panola, Oklahoma.  
Fiancee:  Samantha Klosterman, of Tybee Island, Georgia. 
Nephew: Jordan Ramsey Picone, of Durant, Oklahoma.
Niece:  Hadley Ann Allar, of Beaufort, South Carolina.
Several aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.    
He is also survived by his devoted companions:  Ollie Picone and Murphy Picone.
Memorial Service at  Panola High School Auditorium, Panola, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 5, 2017  with Rev. Melvin Palmer officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Panola Schools,  Panola, OK.
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Paula June Aaron

In Memory Of  Paula June Aaron

Paula June Aaron, age 69, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at her residence in Wilburton.

Paula was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on January 11, 1948, a daughter of the late Billie (Revis) and Francis  Montgomery.

She worked as a  cook at Wilburton High School.

She was the wife of Joe Bill Aaron. On August 16, 1976, they were married at Poteau, Oklahoma. 

Paula is  survived by:
Husband:  Joe Bill Aaron, of the home. 
Daughter:   Tamara Brassfield, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughters-In-Law:  Keith & Donna Montgomery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Brian & Jackie Montgomery, of Ardmore, Oklahoma; Ronald & Mary Aaron, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Tommy Bias, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sisters/Brothers-In-Law:  Shirley & Richard Bowen, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma; Gloria & Charley Richie, of Hodgen, Oklahoma; Judie & J. C. Hilburn, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Susanne & Brian Free, of Poteau, Oklahoma. 
Brothers/Sisters-In-Law:  Marvin & Shirley Montgomery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Johnny & Linda Montgomery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Ellis & Karla Montgomery, of Norman, Oklahoma; David Montgomery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Kenneth (Red) Montgomery, of Red Oak, Oklahoma. 
Paula  is also survived by 12 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren.

Paula was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Larry Montgomery and Robert Montgomery; 1 sister, Tincy Larive; son, Joe Wayne Aaron.

Service at Wilburton High School Auditorium, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2017  with Rev. Johnny Montgomery and Rev. Daniel Taylor officiating.  Interment to follow at the Centerpoint Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wilburton Public School Cafeteria, 1201 W Blair,  Wilburton, Ok 74578. 

Pallbearers:  Michael Montgomery, Cheyenne Montgomery, Cole Brassfield, Scott Lowry, Chris Montgomery, Larry Fite, Michael Fite, Ray Pruitt.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Donnie Fite, John David Ryan, Tommy Kendrick.

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David Eugene Wilson

In Memory Of  David Eugene Wilson

David Eugene Wilson, age 39, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2017 at the  Latimer County Hospital, Wilburton, Oklahoma . 

David was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on December 7, 1977, a son of Retha (Cole) and William Wilson.

David is survived by:
Father:  Bill Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Mother:  Retha Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Girlfriend:  Kristi Hollis, of Hartshorne, Oklahoma. 
Sons/Daughter-In-Law:  Joseph & Jorden Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Samuel Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sister:   Kayla Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 
Grandpa: Dale Cole, of Gowen, Oklahoma.  
Aunts: Karla Peppers, of Alderson, Oklahoma; Ramona Suter, of Hartshorne, Oklahoma; Brenda Lee Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Donna Woosley, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.  
Uncles: Curtis Wilson, of Moyers, Oklahoma; Jesse Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mark Wilson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Stacy Cole, of Buffalo Valley, Oklahoma.
Also survived by lots of cousins.

Preceded in death by: Grandma, Virginia Anderson Cole; Grandpa & Grandma, Joe Boyd & Alta Wilson; Great Grandmother, Della Mae Blankenship; Great Grandma, Anna Mae Mote Bryson; Uncle, Jimmy Don Wilson; Aunt, Kathy Benninght; Uncle, Carl Cole.

Graveside Service at Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2017  with Rev. Clint Cannon officiating. 

Honorary Pallbearers:  Cousins.

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Ruby Ann Wilcox

In Memory Of  Ruby Ann Wilcox

Ruby Ann Wilcox, age 94, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017 at the Wagoner Hospital, Wagoner, Oklahoma. 

Ruby was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on October 24, 1922, a daughter of the late Pearl (Campbell) and David  Woodard.

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

She was the widow of Eugene Orville Wilcox. On October 1944, they were married at Leesville, LA. 

Ruby is  survived by: 
Daughters:  Rosemary Smith, of Porter, Oklahoma; Frances Melton, of Red Oak, Oklahoma. 
Son: Charles Wilcox, of Red Oak, Oklahoma. 
She is also survived by Grandchildren:  Shana Kilgore, of Porter, Oklahoma; David Smith, of Porter, Oklahoma; David Melton, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, and 5 Great Grandchildren.

Ruby was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Eugene; 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Graveside Service at Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 3, 2017  with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. 

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