Gene Hiatt

In Memory of

Gene Hiatt

Gene Hiatt, 68 of Whitesboro, passed away Monday, July 20, 2020.

Gene was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on March 17, 1952 to the late Jack and Oleta (Muse) Hiatt.

He was a teacher at Whitesboro Public Schools for 35 years.

Gene is survived by:

His wife of 44 years, Helen (Prock) Hiatt; Sons, Mikel Hiatt of Whitesboro, Oklahoma and Jerrod Hiatt of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Sister, Judy Hiatt of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Brother, Vince Hiatt and wife Donna of Red Oak Oklahoma.

He is also survived by several cousins, nephews, and nieces.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Red Oak Cemetery in Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Ronald Richard Tarrant

In Memory of

Ronald Richard Tarrant

Ronald Richard Tarrant, 79 of Wilburton, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020, at Hillcrest Heart Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Ron was born on February 5, 1941 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Virgil and Ester (Kingen) Tarrant.

Ron married his wife Jennifer, September 29, 1990 in Wilburton, OK. They first met in St. Louis, Missouri in 1965. Her parents, Kensel & Dortha (Lee) Tucker, chaperoned them with their 5 young children on their first date to a fireworks display. They went their separate ways in 1968, but she found him in Fairbanks, Alaska in 1989. They have been living happily in Wilburton ever since.

Ron served in the United States Marine Corps. actively from 1966-1968. He had numerous jobs from the age of fourteen. He retired from four different occupations. He last retired in2019 from Robbers Cave State Park as a carpenter. 

Ron was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Wilburton. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Life Member of the NRA, organized the Southeastern Oklahoma Friends of the NRA in Wilburton. He was awarded the National FNRA Regional Volunteer of the Year for 2 consecutive years. He was an avid hunter. His passion took him on big game hunts to Africa, New Zealand, Alaska, and Canada. He was a man of many talents but most importantly, Ron was a friend to all.

Ronald is survived by:

His wife of 29 years, Jennifer.

Son: Clint Tarrant of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Daughters/Son-In-Laws: Rhonda Carpenter & Husband Mark of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Kelli Wade & Husband Timothy of Canton, Ohio.

Stepsons: Robert Pate of McAlester, Oklahoma; Ricky Pate of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Rodger Pate of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Sister: Ruth Ann Angoine and husband Ronald of Las Vegas, Nevada.

He is also survived by 5 Grandchildren, 5 Step Grandchildren, and 3 Great Grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister.

A Private Family Service will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel with Pastor Dana Hugle and Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating with burial at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Public Viewing/Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 20 from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:

OK Medical Research Foundation

Attention: Heart Research

825 NE 13th St.

Oklahoma City, OK  73104-9930

Randall Lewis Phillips

Randall Lewis Phillips, 64, was born on May 23, 1956, in Bonham, Texas, and left this life for his heavenly home on Friday, June 12, 2020 at his home, surrounded by family. Randy was the oldest of two children born to Robert and Robbie Phillips. Randy lived his life in Bonham, Texas. He graduated from Bonham High School in 1974. He attended vo-tech thru OTASCO to begin his career as a mechanic. He then worked for Carter Chevrolet in Bonham and then transferred to Eldorado Chevrolet where he worked for the majority of his time. He completed his work at City Auto in Leonard, Texas with his long time friend, Butch.

Randy was blessed with many lifelong friends. His best friendship of 54 years was James “Man” Baker. Their friendship began after a head on collision in the high school parking lot. After that, they were rarely apart. Many of their greatest adventures were in the creek hunting arrowheads and poking fun at each other. They shared life’s most precious memories by each other's side. They helped each other raise children, move houses, and even shared “The Buffalo.” Man never left Randy’s side, he was with him to the end, sharing his strength, comfort and love. 

Randy had two children, Jessica and Sport. Jessica married Johnny Skimbo and gave Randy two granddaughters, Jerzi and Josie. Jessica teaches in Wilburton, Oklahoma. Sport joined the Marines in 2011 and now works for Raytheon in McKinney, Texas. Randy was extremely proud of his kids and grandkids.

Randy met his wife, Kelly in 2007 and they immediately fell in love. They were married in 2012 and that marriage added two daughters, Kathryn and Janet with granddaughter Emria into the family. Their marriage completed the family.

Randy will continue to be dearly loved and will be missed by many.

Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 with Rev. Dana Hugle officiating. Interment to follow at the Elmwood Cemetery, Hartshorne, Oklahoma. 

Pallbearers: Robert Phillips, Butch Morale, Lance Baker, Nick Hamby, Ross Renshaw and  Mason Skimbo.

Honorary Pallbearers: James Baker, Johnny Skimbo, Robert Stewart, David Freemon, Gary Young, Sammy Stokes, Charlie Thomas and Jimmy Todd.

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

Kenneth Edward Kitchens

In Memory of Kenneth Edward Kitchens

Kenneth Edward Kitchens, 86, formally of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at his residence in Sallisaw.

Kenneth was born in Leflore, Oklahoma on December 7, 1933, a son of the late Beatrice (Abernathy) and Thomas Kitchens.

He was employed as superintendent with the Panola Public School System for 17 1/2 years.

He served our county in the United States Marines Corps.

He was the husband of Linda (Brewer) Kitchens. On January 8, 1972, they were married at Van Buren, Arkansas.

Kenneth is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda; son, Michael Kitchens, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; sister, Christine McElroy, of Bothell, Washington; 5 Grandchildren: Victoria Oliver, Morgan Baggiano, Caitlin Booth, Shelby Kitchens and Sydney Kitchens; 3 Great Grandchildren: Brooklynn Kitchens, Baileigh Kitchens and Tallon Oliver.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Cynthia (Kitchens) Booth, Parents, 8 Brothers, and 8 Sister-In-Laws.

Services will be held at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2 :00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13th with Rev. Johnny Montgomery officiating. Interment to follow at the Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be Richard Kitchens, Rowland Glenn Jr., Joe Kitchens, David Buttress, Curtis Kitchens and Randy Brigance.

Honorary Pallbearers will be The Panola Faculty and Staff (1967-1992) and James Douglas Jr.

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

LA Knight

In Memory of LA  Knight

 LA Knight, 75, of Wilburton, OK, passed away Monday, June 8, 2020, at his residence. 

LA was born in Bengal, Oklahoma on September 28, 1944, a son of the late Nora (Crims) and Allen Knight.

 He was employed at Robbers Cave State Park for 12 years.

LA was the husband of Flo (DeBord) Knight. On September 29, 1990, they were married in Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

LA is  survived by three daughters: Saundra Cate & husband Kelly of Cameron, Oklahoma, 

Khristine Malone & husband Wayne of Poteau, Oklahoma, and Teresa Lynn, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; four sons: Larry Knight & Kim Rainwater of Wilburton, Oklahoma, Christopher Knight, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, Chance Knight & wife Falicia of Wilburton, Oklahoma and Charles Seymour & wife Pam of Lone Grove, Oklahoma; sister, Lola Paxton of Wilburton, Oklahoma; 20 Grandchildren; several Great Grandchildren; plus numerous other nieces, nephews and  a host of many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Ruby Ann Alton; granddaughter, Brandi Brooks Mize; 5 brothers: Bob Knight, Jim Knight, Willise Knight, Kenneth Knight, and LeRoy Knight; 2 sisters: Wanda Carter and Katherine Graham.

Services will be held at First Assembly of God, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020 with Rev. C. Lynn Bullard officiating. Interment to follow at the Leflore Cemetery, Leflore, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: James Bish, Chance Knight, Wade Paxton Sr., Wade Paxton Jr., Matthew Valdez, and Charles Seymour III.

Honorary pallbearers: Nevada Boggs, Eldon Gwin and John Cook.

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

Richard Eugene Sims

In Memory of Richard Eugene Sims 

 Richard Eugene Sims, 63, of Red Oak, OK, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2020. 

 Richard was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on October 23, 1956, a son of the late Emily (Smith) and Hugh Sims. 

 He married his wife, Debbie Judd-Sims, on May 20, 2000 in Fairview, Texas.

 He was employed at Discount Tire Co. for 30 years where he served as Regional Vice President.

 Richard is survived by his wife, Debbie;  daughter, Dana Gilbert & her husband Dan of Richardson, Texas; two grandchildren: Harper Mae Gilbert and Harvey Daniel (HD) of Richardson, Texas; sister, Carolyn Dial & husband Phillip of Portage, Michigan; brother, Hugh Sims & wife Jane of Columbus, Ohio.

  He is preceded in death by his parents.

 A private family service will be held.

Alexander Isham Scott

In Memory of Alexander Isham Scott.

Alexander Isham Scott, 30, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 in Wilburton.

Alexander was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on July 5, 1989, the son of Wayne Scott, Jr., of Wilburton and the late Tracy (Center) Scott.

He worked as a Mechanic.

Alexander is survived by:

His Father: Wayne Scott Jr.

Two Sisters: Gonihka Scott, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Jamie  Scott, of Antlers, Oklahoma. 

Paternal grandparents: Wayne & Nora Scott.

Several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins & a Host of Friends.

Alexander is preceded in death by his Mother, Tracy Scott; his Maternal Grandparents;  a Brother.

Memorial Service will be held at Boiling Springs Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3,2020,  with Rev. Melvin Palmer and Rev. Michael Cooper officiating. 

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

Sandra Ann Dill

In memory of Sandra Ann Dill

Sandra Ann Dill, 76, of El Reno, OK, passed away Monday, May 4th, at Integris Baptist Hospital, Oklahoma City. 

Sandra was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on March 18, 1944, a daughter of the late Jaqueline  (O'Bryan) and Pierce St. John.

She worked in child care and as a CNA. She attended the Assembly of God Church.

Sandra was the widow of Billy Dill.

Sandra is survived by:

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Doris & Gordan Bockus, of Austin, TX; 

Sons/Daughter-In-Law: Craig Dill, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mike & Rhonda Dill, of Yukon, Oklahoma.

Sister: Billie Watkins, of El Cajon, California. 

Brother: William  St. John, of Pawhuska, Oklahoma.

She is also survived by 5 Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her parents;  husband, Billy Dill; 2 brothers.

Graveside Service at Lutie Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2020,  with Rev. Kenneth Rouviere officiating. 

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

Charles B. Curran

In Memory of  Charles B. Curran

 Charles B. Curran, 79, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020, at his residence. 

Charles was born in Erick, Oklahoma on September 1, 1940, a son of the late Clara  (Givins) and Earl  Curran.

He served in the U.S. Navy. 

He was the widower of Natalia  (Colin) Curran. On November 4, 1971, they were married at Kingsville, Texas.

Charles is  survived by:

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Penny & Chris Shanklin, of Leawood, Kansas. 

Sons/Daughters-In-Law: Charles & Doris Curran, Jr., of Grove, Oklahoma; Michael Curran, of Kansas, Oklahoma: Joe & Angela Curran, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

 He is also survived by 7 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by Parents; 1  Brother; Wife, Natalia. 

PRIVATE Graveside Service at Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2020,  with Rev. Randy Waldrop.

Pallbearers: Jake Curran, Taylor Shanklin, Jason Tucker, Garrett Negen, Chris Shanklin, Benny Brooks.

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

Wilma (Hilburn) Billington Floyd

Wilma (Hilburn) Billington Floyd, 91, of Shawnee, OK passed away March 20, 2020.  Wilma was born September 18, 1928 in Red Oak, OK to the late Noah V. Hilburn and Milton (Burgess) Hilburn. 

Wilma’s early years were spent in Red Oak where she went to school and excelled on the basketball court.  After high school, she attended college at EOSC and SEOSC to become a teacher while also continuing to play AAU and semi-professional basketball.  During her time at EOSC, Wilma met and married David Rhoten Billington.  Wilma and David moved to Quinton, OK, where Wilma taught Home Economics, History and Civics for 36 years.  She always had fond memories of her time as a teacher and her few years early in her career coaching girls high school basketball. David and Wilma enjoyed 54 wonderful years of marriage together, raising two daughters, Jan and Tad, attending local sporting events, bowling, socializing with their friends and attending First United Methodist Church.  After David passed on March 3, 2003, Wilma married long-time friend Ed Floyd of Quinton, OK.  Their brief time together was enjoyable.  After Ed’s departure in 2008, Wilma moved to Shawnee, OK in 2010 to be closer to her daughters. She joined Wesley United Methodist Church and was blessed with many new friends.   Wilma always loved to be around people.  She was a frequent volunteer for both her church and her school events.    Wilma was an avid sports fan, fantastic quilter, great cook, and a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.   

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 54 years David Billington, her second husband Ed Floyd, two brothers, T.C. Hilburn and Lloyd Hilburn. 

She is survived by her daughter Jan Amrein and son-in-law Roger Amrein of Slaughterville, OK, daughter Tad Hall and son-in-law Keith Hall of Shawnee, OK, sister Helen Sanderson of Shalimar,  Florida, 4 grandchildren; Chad Christy of Oklahoma City, Erin Christy of Tulsa, Summer Leone of Shawnee, Shea Hall of Oklahoma City and 10 great grandchildren. 

Details for the Celebration of Life services will be announced in the future.

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