Norma Dean Bradley

In Memory Of Norma Dean Bradley

Norma Dean Bradley, age 82, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, March 20, 2020 at her residence.

Norma was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on June 29, 1937, a daughter of the late Myrtle (Powell) and Charley  Danel.

She worked as a cashier at Roy's Cardinal Food Store, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Norma was a member of Rocky Point Methodist Church. 

She was the widow of Doyle  Bradley.  

Norma is survived by:

Sisters/Brothers-In-Law:  Sally  & Leland Walker, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Gwen & Jess Wommack, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Lola May, and Mattie Sue.

Daughter-In-Law:  Cathy Foster, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Sister-In-Law: De'Anne Booth, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

She is also survived by Grandchildren: Barley Lee Foster IV, and wife Becky, Amy Foster Bazain. 

8 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren.

Norma was preceded in death by parents, Charley & Myrtle Danel; Bill & Donna Booth; brothers, Bill Booth, Jr., Chuck Danel, Roy Danel, Lonnie Danel; grandson, Michael Foster; son, Barley Foster, III.  

Memorial Service at a later date. 

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Sandra Gail Walden

In Memory Of Sandra Gail Walden

Sandra Gail Walden, age 68, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the Latimer Nursing Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Sandra was born in Quanah, Texas on July 9, 1951, a daughter of the late Doris (Barnes) and Troy Hobbs.

She was employed as a CNA.  Sandra attended Bowers Baptist Church,  Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Sandra is survived by: 

Daughters/Son-In-Law:   Kemra Wilkins, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Sonya & Randy Jolley, of Stratford, Oklahoma.

Son/Daughter-In-Law: Glen & Trina Wright, of Clarendon, Texas. 

Sisters/Brothers-In-Law:   Dayna & Tommy Spradlin, of Eldorado, Oklahoma; Jeannie & Gary Butler, of Amarillo, Texas. 

Sister-In-Law:  Deneice Castleberry, of Arkoma, Oklahoma.

Brothers/Sister-In-Law:  Troy & Celeste Hobbs, Jr., of Cleburne, Texas; Gary Hobbs, of Amarillo, Texas. 

Sandra is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, several Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents, Doris & Troy Hobbs; brother, Keith Carreker; sister, Linda Rushing; and her husband, Carl Walden. 

Memorial Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2020  with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. 

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Michael Lee Robinson

In Memory Of Michael Lee Robinson

Michael Lee Robinson, age 76, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at his residence.

Michael was born in Phoenix, Arizona on June 2, 1943, a son of the late Rosa (McNeal) and Robert  Robinson.

He was employed in the construction business.

Michael served in the U.S. Navy. 

He was the husband of Lillie  (Raybon) Robinson. On July 13, 1964, they were married at Pasadena, California. 

Michael is survived by:

Wife: Lillie Robinson, of the home. 

Daughters/Son-In-Law:  Sonceray Robinson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Uritties Robinson, of Georgia; Nicola Robinson, of Manhattan, Kansas; Shannon Robinson/Crona, wife of  Perdro, of Harker Heights, Texas; Magdalene Robinson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Son/Daughter-In-Law:  Michael Robinson, Jr., husband of  Lisa, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Sisters:   Encelay Molly Robinson, of Lakewood, California; Ellen Robinson, of Indio, California. 

Brothers/Sisters-In-Law:  Robert, wife of  Kathryn Robinson, of Crownpoint, New Mexico; Battan, husband of  Marsha Robinson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Choski Joseph, husband of  Erike Robinson, of Laughlin, Nevada. 

Aunt: Tonya Hemphill, of Colton, California.

He is also survived by 21 Grandchildren, 17 Great Grandchildren.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Rosalious Twiggs.

No services.

Service under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Tom Jefferson Ratliff

In Memory Of Tom Jefferson Ratliff

Tom Jefferson Ratliff, age 97, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2020 at his residence.

Tom was born in Hartshorne, Oklahoma on October 28, 1922, a son of the late Myrtle (Pitts) and Edward  Ratliff. He was a high school graduate from Hartshorne High School and received an Associate Degree from EOSC.

Tom served in the U.S. Army Air Corp in WWII achieving the rank of Sergeant. 

Tom was employed at Kiamichi Electric during his business career, serving in later years as General Manager.  

He was a member of First Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma. He was an ordained minister in the Southern Baptist Church.  He pastored at Gowen, Bowers, Centerpoint, Calvary Church in Wilburton, and Ramona Baptist.  Additionally he preached at numerous other churches during his ministry. 

He was the widower of Lora Marie (Caudron) Ratliff. On December 20, 1946, they were married at Hartshorne, Oklahoma. 

Thomas is survived by: 

Sons/Daughters-In-Law:   Larry & Lenora Ratliff, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Phillip Ratliff, of Deland, Florida; Ralph & Joan Ratliff, of Ponca City, Oklahoma. 

Tom is also survived by 5 Grandchildren, 10 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marie; 2 brothers; 3 sisters; granddaughter, Lea Moody; daughter-in-law, Jeannine Ratliff.

Graveside Service at Highbridge Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2020  with Rev. Randy Waldrop and Dr. Paul Brady officiating. 

A Memorial Service will be held at Bowers Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 with Rev. Willard Francis, Rev. Randy Waldrop, and Dr. Paul Brady officiating.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Daisye Marie Stewart

In Memory of Daisye Marie Stewart

Daisye Marie Stewart, age 93, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the McAlester Regional Hospital, McAlester, Oklahoma.

 Daisye was born on May 30, 1926, in Eldorado, OK to John & Hattie Weyrick.   She was the oldest of 11 children.  Her parents were sharecroppers, living in a dugout house with dirt floors. Times were hard and there was never enough money, so the family moved to Rush Springs, Ok in 1941 in search of a better way of life.   Two years later, at the age of 17, her father died from complications from an oil field accident.   Her youngest sibling was 3 days old.   Daisye assumed much of the care of the family while her mother recovered from complications from childbirth.  Her father always told her that she needed to graduate from high school and she did so in 1945.   After high school, she attended 1 year of nursing school at Oklahoma College for Women, but due to a ruptured appendix, missed her 2nd year and was not able to return.   She eventually continued her nursing career at the Patterson Cheatwood Hospital in Duncan.   Because of her experience, Dr. Cheatwood signed a waiver and she was allowed to take the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) exam in February 1954.   She then worked in surgery and OB at the hospital.   Her claim to fame was being the delivery nurse for the birth of Ron Howard, better known as Opie Taylor.    

While working in Duncan, she met and eventually married Everett Stewart on August 5, 1952.   During Everett’s early career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Soil Conservation Service, the family moved to Wynnewood, Ardmore, Talihina and eventually settled in Wilburton in 1965.  Daisye was a stay at home mom until 1966, when she began her career at the Latimer County General Hospital.  In order to cause the least disruption to family life, she worked the night shift until her retirement in 1996.  Her income from LCGH is credited for the debt free college educations of her 3 daughters.  After her retirement, Miss Daisye started her second career (10+ years) as a volunteer assistant helping children with their reading and math skills at Panola School.

Daisye was a very active member of Lutie Baptist Church, serving as Sunday School Teacher and church secretary for almost 50 years.  

Daisye's house was always full of fur babies that seemed to adopt her rather than her adopting them.   Her current canine fur baby, Crickett, came to live with her after Mom’s best friend, Agnes Moore passed away in 2012.   Cricket has been her constant companion for the past 8 years, along with numerous cats and kittens.  Her house was a magnet for any stray looking for a free meal.

Not only was Daisye an inspiration and mentor for her daughters, grandsons and great-grandsons, she influenced countless others with her dedicated service to anyone in need.   Her motto that she lived by and inspired others with was “You can do anything you set your mind to”.   

Miss Daisye will be missed.

Daisye is survived by:

Daughters/Sons-In-Law:   Linda & Bill Albright, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Wanda & James Mankin, of Weleetka, Oklahoma; Dianne & Larry Montgomery, of Salt Lake, Utah.

Step-Daughter:  Marie Hanson, and husband Todd, of Kirkland, Washington.

Sisters/Brother-In-Law:  Jean & Harry Funk, of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Arnetta Pritchard, of Carnegie, Oklahoma.

Brother/Sister-In-Law:  Bill & Pat Wayrick, of Rush Springs, Oklahoma.

Grandchildren: Michael Albright, and wife April, of Grennsboro, North Carolina.  Christopher Montgomery, and wife Leslie, of Salt Lake City, Utah. 

Step Grandchildren: James Reese and Rachel Reese, both of Everett, Washington.

Great Grandchildren: Brooks Albright, Jackson Albright, both of Greensboro, North Carolina; Lexa Reese, Victoria Reese, both of Washington.

Special Friends: Donna Cantrell, of Wilburton, Oklahoma and Payton Lyons, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

She is also survived by fur baby, Crickett.

Daisye was preceded in death by her husband, Everett Stewart; parents; 4 sisters; and 4 brothers.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 24, 2020  with Rev. Charles Watkins officiating.  Interment to follow at the Lutie Cemetery, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Larry Wisley, Payton Lyons, Donna Cantrell, Michael Albright, Christopher Montgomery, John Cook.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Nieces & Nephews, Bill Albright, James Mankin, Larry Montgomery, Dennis Deela.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Quietta Faye Sprouse

In Memory Of Quietta Faye Sprouse

Quietta Faye Sprouse, age 73, of Muskogee, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital, Muskogee, Oklahoma. 

Quietta was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on February 19, 1947, a daughter of the late Dorothy (Glenn) and Arthur G. Allen.

She worked as a park manager.

Quietta was a member of Centerpoint Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma and the Eastern Star of Wilburton. 

Quietta is  survived by: 

Son/Daughter-In-Law:  Robert & Sandra Sprouse, of Ruther Glen, Virginia. 

Sister:  Bonnie Robertson, of Muskogee, Oklahoma. 

Sister-In-Law: Phyllis Davis, of Talihina, Oklahoma.  

Grandchildren: Ashley Martin, and husband Kyle, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Russell Sprouse, of Ruther Glen, Virginia.  

Great Grandchildren:  Eli Sprouse, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Scarlette Martin, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  

She is also survived by fur babies Cricket and Dottie.

Quietta was preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Dean.

No Service.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Jerry Neil Barnard

In Memory of Jerry Neil Barnard

Jerry Neil Barnard, age 69, of Porum, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2020 at his residence. 

Jerry was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on November 29, 1950, a son of the late Bobbie (Foster) and Neil  Barnard.

Jerry worked as a Water Treatment Supervisor.  He was a member of Panola Baptist Church Panola, Oklahoma.  Jerry served in the U.S. Army.

He was the husband of Donna (Williams) Barnard. On April 20, 1972, they were married at Panola, Oklahoma. 

Jerry is  survived by:

Father: Neil Barnard, of Panola, Oklahoma.

Wife: Donna Barnard, of the home. 

Daughter/Son-In-Law:  Jamie & Bobby Crocker, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Sons/Daughters-In-Law:  Andy & Missy Barnard, of Pittsburg, Oklahoma; Jerry & Lavana Barnard, of Atlanta, Texas.

Sister/Brother-In-Law:  Renae & Allen Taylor, of Panola, Oklahoma. 

Several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends.  

He is also survived by 6 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother and grandparents.

No Services. 

Service under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Palmer Lee (BB) Pace

In Memory Of Palmer Lee (BB) Pace

Palmer Lee (BB) Pace, age 72, of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, February 7, 2020 at McAlester Regional Hospital. 

Palmer was born in Hanford, California on April 12, 1947, a son of the late Bessie (Chaney) and Harrington  Pace.

He was employed as an electrician.  Palmer served in the U.S. Air Force and Army. He was life time member of the VFW and DAV.  Was a Purple Heart recipient and a Vietnam Veteran combat soldier.

He was the husband of Mary  (Pass) Pace. On January 23, 1981, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Palmer is  survived by:

Wife: Mary Pace, of the home. 

Daughter:  Kathryn Pace Standefer, wife of  Kendal, of McAlester, Oklahoma. 

Son: Jerry Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma. 

Brother/Sister-In-Law:  Millard & Donna Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma. 

Step Daughter: Kim Conley, and husband Rick, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Grandchildren: KynLee Standefer, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Kurt Conley, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Nate Conley; Casey & Paulo Almedia, of Durant, Oklahoma; Cody Pace Potts, of Durant, Oklahoma.

Great Grandchildren: Julianna & Johnny Almedia, of Durant, Oklahoma. Nick Conley and Lexi Conley, both of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Sisters-In-Law/Brother-In-Law:  Leona Tate, of Yanush, Oklahoma; Ruby Miles, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Sherry & William Seyler, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Brenda Pass, of Yanush, Oklahoma.

Nephews/Wives: Rodney & Judy Tate, of Yanush, Oklahoma; David & Tisha Pace, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Gerald & Salena Irvin, of Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Great Niece/Husband: Whitney & Tyler Cox, of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Great Nephews: Brody Pace, Dayton Pace.  

Great Great Nephew: Caleb Irvin, of Stillwater, Oklahoma.

Also survived by numerous other relatives and many friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, 1 sister, 1 brother, and several nieces.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2020  with Rev. Jason Dunn and Rev. Rodney Tate officiating.  Interment to follow at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Pallbearers: Kenny O'Daniel, Mark Day, Bill Williams, Corkey Haney, Dennis Smith, Shawn Thomas.  Honorary Pallbearers: Gwen Engleman, Danny Standefer, James Owens, Jerry Mills, Host of Friends.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Doyal Ray Rowland

In Memory Of Doyal Ray Rowland

Doyal Ray Rowland, age 82, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020 at his residence.

Doyal was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on September 16, 1937, a son of the late Georgia (Jewell) and Arthur Ray Rowland.

Doyal worked in concrete construction.  He was a member of First Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Doyal was the husband of Nancy  (Farrell) Rowland. On September 27, 1979, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Doyal is survived by:
Wife: Nancy Rowland, of the home.
Daughter/Son-In-Law:  Sheryl & Thomas Clawson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sons/Daughters-In-Law:  Doyal Wayne Rowland, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Anthony & Melissa Rowland, of Jacksboro, Texas; Steve & Christle Rowland, of Savanna, Oklahoma.
Brother:  Charley Rowland, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Doyal is also survived by 12 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren.

Doyal was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, 1 great granddaughter and his 1st wife, Betty Kay Collins.

Service at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 3, 2020  with Dr. Paul Brady officiating.  Interment to follow at the Highbridge Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Gary Burnett, Ron Robison, Rusty Squyres, Bobby Gillespie, Dow Morris, West Hilburn.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Walter W. Newsom, Jr.

In Memory Of Walter W. Newsom, Jr.

Walter W. Newsom, Jr., age 84, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at the  Latimer Nursing Home, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Walter was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on November 19, 1935, a son of the late Lucille (Bloxham) and Walter  Newsom, Sr.

Walter worked as a welder.  He was a member of First Baptist Church, of  Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

He was the husband of Margaret M. (March) Newsom. On March 2, 1957, they were married at Poteau, Oklahoma. 

Walter is  survived by:

Wife: Margaret Newsom, of the home. 

Daughters/Sons-In-Law:   Kay & Danny Seaton, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Melinda & David Brinlee, of Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

Sons/Daughter-In-Law:  Jody & Sandra Newsom, of Gowen, Oklahoma; Ricky Newsom, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Walter is also survived by 9 Grandchildren, 1 Great Grandchild.

Walter was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Maryetta Enis.

Service at First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2020  with Dr. Paul Brady officiating.  Interment to follow at the Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers:  Dan Seaton, David Brinlee, Nick Potts, Brandon Seaton, Taylor Brinlee, Bobby Glenn.  Honorary Pallbearers:  Gary Bates, Chuck Glenn, Sr., Carl Dean Wooldridge, Johnny Jeffrey.

Services under the direction of Weldor Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.