Brenda Carlene Williams was born on June 24, 1955 in Memphis, TNto Euris Nunn and Marjorie Sheila (Turner) Grimes. She passed away on February 14, 2018 in Yukon, OK at the age of 62. Memorial Services were held at First Baptist Church of Geary, March 1, 2018. Officiated by Rev. Mike Price. Services entrusted to Turner Funeral Home, Geary, Oklahoma. Condolences may be sent to the family at turnerfuneralhomes@ gmail.com, turnerfh.net, or you can find us on facebook.com (Turner Funeral Homes).

Tim Price, age 62 of Watonga, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 No services at this time

Beverly Kay “Aunt Bea” Tomlinson, was the daughter of Vera Green Tomlinson and Jay (S.J.) Tomlinson. She was born on March 12, 1954 in Watonga, Oklahoma. Beverly died peacefully surrounded by family at 1:29 a.m., Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK. Beverly was a 1972 graduate of Watonga High School and a lifelong area resident. At the time of her death Beverly was employed by Opportunities Inc. in Watonga where she had worked since December 15, 1980. Aunt Bea will be missed by those she worked with, her special friends, and most importantly by her family. She served as a perfect role model for all who knew her. She loved life and lived it well. Aunt Bea never met a stranger and was always willing to help others when needed. She will be most remembered for her giving heart. Aunt Bea was always thinking of others, providing a shoulder to lean on or helping to give advice where needed. She has left us way too soon, but today she is rejoicing with others who have gone before her. Aunt Bea is survived by her sister, Barbara Glazier of Loyal; brother, Sammy and wife Sharon of Watonga; half-sister, Pam Hinson and husband Travis of Yukon; Niece, Kim Grellner and husband Kelly of Okarche; Niece, Krystal Turner and husband Ricky of Seiling; Niece, Sondra Tomlinson and Pedro Servin of Weatherford; Nephew, Spencer Tomlinson and wife Allie of Norwich, KS; Niece, Sydney Tomlinson of Yukon; Niece, Allison Kuc of Yukon; nine great nieces and nephews, several aunts, uncles, cousins and a few very close friends, Gracie, Frankie, Glenda, Anita and David among many others. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jay (S.J.) and Vera Green Tomlinson, brother-in-law, Gary Glazier and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, March 8, at the Watonga Christian Church; Dwight McGee will officiate. Burial will be at the Watonga IOOF Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Aunt Bea can be made to the Blaine County Food Pantry at Opportunities Incorporated in Watonga.

1937~2018

Wilma Rita “Rita” Farris, 80 of Rogers passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Rita was born March 15, 1937 to the late Leon B. and Wathena M. Feagins. Following graduation from high school in Wichita she began a long career as a secretary for several firms all while raising her family. She became a full-time homemaker when she and her husband relocated from Wichita and thoroughly enjoyed caring for her home. For nearly 30 years she was the loving wife of Tom Farris, who survives. Other survivors include her children, DeWayne Defever (Sandy) and Kathy Johnson (Mike) of Kansas; 6 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 3 great-greatgrandchildren; numerous extended family members, neighbors and dear-friends. A Graveside Funeral service was held Saturday, March 10, 2018 in the IOOF Cemetery in Watonga, Oklahoma conducted by Pastor Kason Oakes of the Watonga Church of the Nazarene. Arrangements were under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers and Wilkinson Mortuary in Watonga. Condolences may be expressed at www.RollinsFuneral.com

1941~2018

Gary Dale Taylor was born on August 21, 1941 to Sherman and Virgie (Hayes) Taylor in Thomas, Oklahoma. He departed this life on Saturday, March 10, 2018 in Oklahoma City. He lived most of his life in Thomas, Oakwood, Longdale, and Watonga. He was married on June 8, 1962 in Oakwood to Christina Susann Taylor. To this union six children were born. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Watonga and was a strong Christian believer. He graduated from Oakwood High School with the class of 1960. Gary worked for many years as a law enforcement officer. He was preceded in death by his parents Sherman and Virgie Taylor; wife Christina Taylor; son Rodney Dale Taylor; granddaughter Sammantha Suzanne Robinson; son-in-law John Derick Kershner; brother Arthur Gerome Taylor; sister Sharon Kay McDonald; sister-in-laws Sharon Taylor and Linda Taylor; and brother-in-law Douglas McDonald. He is survived by his five children: daughter Kathy Robinson and husband Sam of Rocky, son Gary Don Taylor and wife Tammy of Canton, daughter Kristie Lingnau and husband Aaron of Castle Rock, CO, daughter Kim Butler and husband Avery of Vici, and daughter Karolyn Taylor of Watonga; eight grandchildren, Warren Keith Robinson and wife Kasey, Tiffany Ann Baker and husband Justin, Joshua Don Taylor, Alexander Dale Taylor, Teague Alexander Lingnau, John Brian Kershner and wife Natalie, Charles Wade Kershner, and Dylan Thomas Kershner; eight great-grandchildren, Wyatt Keith Robinson, Presley Ann Robinson, Jazin Colt Baker, Jaisy Ann Baker, Jatin Cage Baker, Jaicly Ann Baker, Giselle Rodriguez, and John Derick Kershner, Jr.; and two brothers, Vernon Taylor of Owatonna, MN and John Taylor of Watonga, OK; and many other extended family members and friends. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 15, 2018 at Bethel Cemetery near Cedar Springs, OK with Rev. Carroll Gilliland officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Pierce Funeral Home, Canton, OK. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses. Condolences may be made online at www.piercefuneralhomes.com.

1924~2018

Nola Blehm was the 2nd of 10 children born in Watonga, on Oct. 24, 1924, to George and Hulda (Ebert) Hursh. She passed away in Kingfisher on March 10, 2018, surrounded by her family. Nola grew up in the Hitchcock area attending school there through the 10th grade when her family moved to Watonga where she graduated from High School. After graduation Nola attended Hills Business Community College in Oklahoma City. After finishing Hills business course she went to work at Tinker Air Field. While working there she was put on Special Assignment and worked at the Biltmore Hotel working with aircraft engine mechanics and company reps from Dayton, Ohio typing and retyping their notes which became the 1st Jet engine repair manual. In 1944 she and longtime friend Mary Elisabeth Cavett joined the WACS. She was stationed in Pampa and Ft. Worth Air Bases and in 1946, after receiving “secret” clearance was stationed in Shanghai China typing war crimes interrogations. Nola worked on the ships newspaper on the trip overseas and on the return trip. Nola married the love of her life, Eldon Blehm, in 1949 and from this union three children were born, Carol, Don and Peggy. Nola and Eldon were members of and attended the Central Seventh Day Adventist Church in Oklahoma City where Nola was a longtime teacher in the Kindergarten department and served many years as one of the Treasurers. Nola worked at Continental Pipeline in Kingfisher for many years. After retirement Nola became a dedicated genealogist making detailed ancestral charts and ancestral history books for each of her parents as well as Eldon’s. She was lovingly known as “Grandma” at the local donut shop for many years by all the workers and many patrons and this carried over to other restaurants in town. Nola was preceded in death by her loving husband, parents, 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Survivors include daughters Carol Lukasek and husband Danny, Peggy Osterholt and son Don Blehm. Grandchildren, Shane and Kelly Lukasek, Justin and Lori Lukasek and Cody Lukasek. Kyle and Monica Osterholt, Brian and Kathy Osterholt and Amanda Altizer, and Josh and Karmen Blehm. Great grandchildren, Spencer, Keelyn, Lennon and Landry Lukasek. Emma and Zoe Lukasek. Brayden and Aubrey Altizer. Ayden Marsh and Brielle Osterholt and Kevin, Gianna and Addie Blehm. Also, sisters Jean Grove, Marie Holt and husband Ralph and Ruth Lage and her husband Leroy, and brother Howard Hursh and his wife Joan as well as numerous neices and nephews. A celebration of Nola’s life will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 15, 2018 at the Omega SDA Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to the Omega SDA Cemetery Association, P O Box 241, Okarche, OK 73762 or the Charity of your choice.

1926~2018

Irvin M. Sinclair was born October 13, 1926 at Omega, Oklahoma to Joseph and Hulda (Grabow) Sinclair and passed away Monday, March 5, 2018 at the age of 91. Irvin previously resided in southern California for 50 years and moved back to Watonga in 2004 where was self employed as a machinist. He serviced in the U.S. Army during WWII and was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Watonga, OK. Irwin enjoyed spending time with his family and was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed riding his motorcycles. He married Wanda Crosley on February 26, 1948 and in February of 2018 they celebrated 70 years of marriage. Irvin was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Karen; and one brother, Robert Sinclair. He is survived by: His wife Wanda of the home in Watonga, OK; Three sons: Jerry Sinclair of Watonga, OK, Michael Sinclair and wife Kathy of West Minster, CA, and Timothy Sinclair of Watonga, OK; Two brothers: Jim Sinclair and Glenn Sinclair of Watonga, OK; One sister: Rosa Lee Sinclair of Watonga, OK; Ten grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Funeral services for Irvin Sinclair were held Monday, March 12, 2018 at the Trinity Baptist Church in Watonga ; burial followed at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Watonga. Wilkinson Mortuary of Watonga, Ok in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Trinity Baptist Church.

1954~2018

Beverly Kay “Aunt Bea” Tomlinson, was the daughter of Vera Green Tomlinson and Jay (S.J.) Tomlinson. She was born on March 12, 1954 in Watonga, Oklahoma. Beverly died peacefully surrounded by family at 1:29 a.m., Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK. Beverly was a 1972 graduate of Watonga High School and a lifelong area resident. At the time of her death Beverly was employed by Opportunities Inc. in Watonga where she had worked since December 15, 1980. Aunt Bea will be missed by those she worked with, her special friends, and most importantly by her family. She served as a perfect role model for all who knew her. She loved life and lived it well. Aunt Bea never met a stranger and was always willing to help others when needed. She will be most remembered for her giving heart. Aunt Bea was always thinking of others, providing a shoulder to lean on or helping to give advice where needed. She has left us way too soon, but today she is rejoicing with others who have gone before her. Aunt Bea is survived by her sister, Barbara Glazier of Loyal; brother, Sammy and wife Sharon of Watonga; half-sister, Pam Hinson and husband Travis of Yukon; Niece, Kim Grellner and husband Kelly of Okarche; Niece, Krystal Turner and husband Ricky of Seiling; Niece, Sondra Tomlinson and Pedro Servin of Weatherford; Nephew, Spencer Tomlinson and wife Allie of Norwich, KS; Niece, Sydney Tomlinson of Yukon; Niece, Allison Kuc of Yukon; nine great nieces and nephews, several aunts, uncles, cousins and a few very close friends, Gracie, Frankie, Glenda, Anita and David among many others. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jay (S.J.) and Vera Green Tomlinson, brother-in-law, Gary Glazier and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Services were held Thursday, March 8, at the Watonga Christian Church; Dwight McGee officiated, and burial followed at the Watonga IOOF Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Aunt Bea can be made to the Blaine County Food Pantry at Opportunities Incorporated in Watonga.

1939~2018

Maria Luisa (Tonon) Ross was born on July 10, 1939 in Tripoli, Libya to Antonio and Imocolata (Comitisi) Tonon. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 7, 2018 at her home with her family by her side. Maria was a very outgoing, happy person who never met a stranger. She would often greet people with a hug but saved the special hugs and kisses for her family members, whom she adored greatly. She met the love of her life, Henry Ross in May of 1986, in Vicenza, Italy. They dated three years and they married on January 19, 1989 in Winslow, Arizona. Together, they spent many wonderful years and enjoyed traveling the world. They really enjoyed their trips to Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico, Puerto Rico but the one that stood out the most and their favorite was traveling on a Safari trip to Kenya. Maria worked as a hostess for several restaurants, but she really enjoyed working at Tutti Santi Italian Restaurant in Pheonix, AZ, where she worked for over 12 years. She loved to shop, especially at Nordstrom, Macy’s and Dillard’s. In her spare time when she wasn’t singing her favorite songs, Maria enjoyed painting nature and landscapes scenes. Her true love and passion were her family. Maria loved spending time with her family, especially around the holidays. She loved seeing and spoiling her grandkids and great-grandkids. She is survived by her loving husband, Henry Ross, one son Maximo Tonon, his wife and their 2 children who reside in Italy, four step-children, Rev. Charles Ross and wife Phyllis, Jacqueline A. Pinnix, Ahnrique Ross and wife Lucy and Adrienne Ross, 13 grandchildren, 22 greatgrandchildren as well as step-mother Eleanora Tonon, 2 brothers and 2 sisters who reside in Italy. She is preceded in death by her parents, and step-son Joel Ross. A special appreciate to her daughter-in-law, Lucy Ross for the aid, assistance, care and love extended throughout her time of need. Come-and-go visitation for Maria was held on Friday, March 9, 2018, with the family to greet friends followed by a reception at Crawford Funeral Service. A service celebrating the life of Maria was held on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at the funeral home chapel.Honorary Pallbearers: Dennis De Sousa, John Smith, Charles Ross, Jr., Ahnrique Ross, Sean Ross, and Chris Ross.

Blake Almaguer, 33, Gould, left his earthly home on Sunday, March 11,2018. Celebration of Life services were held 2 p.m. Saturday, March 17,2018 at the Hollis Church of Christ with Harry Lee Stegall officiating. Burial followed services at the Gould Cemetery under the direction of Kincannon Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Anthony Blake Almaguer was welcomed into this world in Altus, Oklahoma on September 28,1984 to Tony and Sherri (Stegall) Almaguer. Blake was the first grandchild on both sides which meant lots of undivided attention from his parents, grandparents, great grandparents, a great great grandmother and all his uncles. At an early age the creative side of Blake appeared. His first artist endeavor was tracing ninja turtles and drawing sports figures. His love of many art mediums increased in High school as his talent and love of art grew. Blake won numerous awards for his art including a “nature works “ show in Tulsa, GI Forum in Lawton with his entry of “If we only Knew”, Chickasha Sidewalks Chalk contest. Other awards were earned from Masonic Lodge and the Boy Scouts. He painted several backdrops and murals for High School plays and businesses. Blake began grade school in Hollis Ok, then continued at Altus where he attended Roosevelt Elementary, middle school, Jr High and Altus High School, from which he graduated in 2003, with honors. He continued his education at WOSC in Altus, SWOSU in Weatherford and OCCC in Oklahoma City. Blake had a hidden talent for writing. He and a classmate wrote skits for assemblies and pep rallies and did the morning radio show highlighting the daily school events. Anyone who knew Blake knew of his love of sports. He played basketball, baseball, and even tried his hand at football for a time. He was on the City League All Star team and was on numerous championship baseball teams. He was an avid OU fan, loved the Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland A’s and Oklahoma City Thunder. Growing up Blake loved riding motorcycles with his brothers, cousins and friends. He enjoyed fishing, camping and kneeboarding with his family and friends. Cooking was another talent he possessed. Everything he cooked was done with his own flair. He could cook a Thanksgiving dinner that would make his Granny Stegall proud. When his Papa became ill, he stepped up to help take care of him. He enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews and helped coach a Tball team for his nephew, Kaisen. Blake had his own art business “Branded Creative” and published his adult coloring book “Harmon County Forward” with his art designs. Blake was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Paul Almaguer Sr and James Stegall; grandparents, Claude and Ruth Ross; and three uncles, Paul Almaguer, Bryan Stegall and Scott Ross. He is survived by his parents, Sherri and Steve Ross of Altus; Tony and Julie Almaguer of Watonga; three brothers, Brady Almaguer of Cherokee, OK; Chris Ross of Altus, OK; and Bryan Ross and wife, Emily, of Blair, OK; four sisters, Maddy Almaguer of Watonga, OK; Jeniffer Kelly and husband, Daryl, of Elk City, OK; Sara Phillips and husband, Dave, of Watonga, OK; Jamie Pearson and husband, Rob, of Norman, OK; grandmothers Stella Almaguer, Lola Wilson and Bonnie Stegall; uncles, Eddie, Jerry and Adam Almaguer; several special nieces and nephews and a very special friend, Talia Case. He will be greatly missed by a host of family and friends. Online tributes may be sent to kincannonfuneralhome.com

Doris Mae Duncan was born on May 5, 1932 on the family farm near Okeene, Major County, OK to Carl and Martha (Winter) Conradi. She passed away on March 22, 2018 in Enid, OK at the age of 85. She attended Hitchcock Elementary School and Watonga Public Schools where she was a member of Future Homemakers of America and FFA Chapter Queen. Doris graduated from Watonga High School in 1950. She married Jim Shaklee in August of the same year. Doris worked at Hollytex Spinning Mill for numerous years and later at Watonga Middle School Cafeteria. She married Gale Duncan on April 5, 1975. They made their home in Watonga and after retirement, moved to Enid, OK. Doris loved and served the Lord her entire life. She was the spiritual foundation and rock of her family and led by example. She shared 43 years of marriage with Gale. She was a very sweet and loving person who truly loved everyone she met. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Martha Conradi, her daughter, Sharon Ogle, daughter- in- law Debbie Shaklee, great grandson, Lincoln Ogle, sister Carol Meyer, and brother-in-law Erwin Meyer. Survivors Include: her husband Oran "Gale" Duncan of Enid, OK, her children, Randy Shaklee of Denton, TX, Carol Coleman of Enid, OK, Susan Herndon and husband Darrell of Enid, OK, and David Shaklee and wife Beth of Enid, OK, son-in-law, David Ogle of Guthrie, OK, 12 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, brother, Al Conradi and wife Pat of Tennessee, sister, Marty Pritchett and husband Dan of Mannford, OK, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers please send donations in Doris's memory to The Gideons International at (866) 382- 4253 or gideons.org/donate Family will receive guests on Tuesday, March 27, 2017, from 5-7 P.M. at the Turner Funeral Home in Geary, OK. Services: Hinton Turner Funeral Home Chapel, 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 28, 2018, Hinton, OK; fficiating: Chaplain Gary Miller; Burial: Geary Cemetery, Geary, OK. Services entrusted to Turner Funeral Home, Geary, Oklahoma. Condolences may be sent to the family at turnerfuneralhomes@gmail.com, turnerfh.net, or you can find us on facebook.com (Turner Funeral Homes).

Vergil C. Lorenz Jr. aka “Butch” was born Nov 16, 1939 to Vergil and LaVaughn (Hester) Lorenz Sr. at the Watonga Hospital weighing a mere 3lbs. and 5oz. He was a miracle baby to them both and was the only child they were able to have born. He graduated from Hitchcock High School in 1958, where he was an FFA Degree State Farmer and was also a very accomplished showman with is registered Guernsey cattle. He then attended Oklahoma State University for a stint, before settling at Okmulgee Vo-Tech, getting his degree in Auto Body and Painting. That’s how he and Norma Albertson met. She was sitting at the Dairy Kreme and Butchy Boy drove by in his 1950 steel blue hot rod Ford wearing his crazy, little hat. Her heart swooned and the rest is history. Butch and Norma were married April 20, 1963 in Dewar, OK. The newlyweds then embarked on their cross-state journey back to Blaine Co, where Norma saw her first wheat field and combine ever. They lived in Watonga and Butch worked at United States Gypsum at Southard. After just a few months, Butch got a call from Norma’s step-dad saying that he got Butch a job at the Glass Plant in Henryetta, which was a highly coveted union paying job. He loved the Glass Plant and stayed there for eight years before the plant closed. During those years, Butch and Norma gave birth to 2 daughters, Kelli in 1965, and Kristi in 1968. The young couple enjoyed the time spent with Norma’s side of the family, even though it was east of I-35. The family then moved to Oklahoma City where the new plant, Dayton Tire & Rubber was opened and Butch made test tires. After working there for 3 years, Butch decided he was tired of working for someone else and wanted to be his own boss and get back to his roots the farm. His parents were struggling to do all the farming and run the dairy, so Butch, Norma and the girls loaded up and moved back to the family farm, which has been in the Lorenz family for over 100 years. For the next 45 years, they raised their girls while running the dairy farm and attending numerous Basketball games. They were both very blessed with the gift of three grandchildren and a great grand-son. Butch is survived by his wife of 55 years Norma Rose of the farm; his daughter, Kelli Grove of Yukon, and her daughter Kayli Goin husband Joe and their son Maverick, also of Yukon; youngest daughter Kristi Gore, husband Kevin and their 2 kids, Gabe and Grace E. all from Leedey. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vergil C. and LaVaughn Lorenz Sr. Services will be at 10:45AM Tuesday, March 20, 2018 At the Loyal Evangelical Church. Memorials may be made to the Loyal Volunteer Fire Dept. Loyal OK. Under the Direction of Sanders Funeral Service.

Mrs. Tamara Jean Bingham (née Diamond) passed away peacefully in Oklahoma City on March 22 in Oklahoma City at the age of 70. Tamara is survived by her husband of 50 years, Raymond of Del City, her son Jeremy Bingham, daughter -in- law Amber Bingham, grandson Dresdyn Bingham of Princeton, Texas, her brother Randall of Austin, Texas, and her step-mother Charlene Diamond, of Watonga, Oklahoma. She is preceded in death by her mother Betty Rowe, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, her father Leland Diamond, of Watonga, Oklahoma. Tamara was born on February 26, 1948 in Watonga, Oklahoma to Leland and Betty Diamond (née Glaesman). She graduated from Watonga High School in 1964, and attended Graceland College. She married Raymond, who had served in Vietnam in the Navy. After returning to Oklahoma, Tamara enlisted in the Air Force, and later worked in the medical records department for the 507th Squadron before retiring in 2008. Tamara dedicated her life to serving the Lord and was a daily example of Christ's love and compassion as she participated in numerous mission trips and worked tirelessly to serve her community through her food bank and other ministries. A celebration of her life is will be at Midwest City Free Methodist Church on March 28. Pastor Jeremy Smith will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Tamara’s life. Flowers and condolences may be sent to her church; however, her family would prefer for donations be made to the City Rescue Mission Charity of Oklahoma City.

Wanda Louise Maples age 89 of Alba, Missouri passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018 at her home. She was born on July 21, 1928 in Watonga, Oklahoma to Elbert Driever and Eva (Grimes) Driever. Wanda grew up in Watonga and moved to California in 1944 where she graduated from Elmonte, California where she met Don and they raised their children before moving to Missouri in 1969. She retired from Con Agra, and was a past member of the American Legion Aux 322, and the VFW Aux 7630 both of Webb City. Wanda married Donald L. Maples on September 17, 1949 in Yuma, Arizona and he survives at the home. She is also survived by her daughters, Nancy Stephenson and husband Eric of Alba, Debra Fetters of Joplin, Margo Byrd and husband Johnny of Carthage, Jennie Lassiter and husband Bill of Oronogo; son, Roy Maples and wife Tammy of Oronogo; sister, Naomi Foley of Mariposa, CA; brother, Donald Driever of Linden, CA; 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews. Wanda was preceded in death by her Parents, a brother, William Driever, and a grandson, Brandon Stephenson. Graveside services were held on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Friends cemetery in Purcell with Gene Maples officiating. The family will be present for visitation on Wednesday from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. Services are under the direction of Simpson Funeral Home in Webb City. Visit www.simpsonfh.com for online condolences.

1960~2018

Christy Denise Ivins was born July 17, 1960 in Fay, Oklahoma to Gene and Letha (Sutton) Burghardt and passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at the of 57. Christy was born on her grandmother; Edna Suttons farm in Fay, Oklahoma and was a resident of the Fay/Watonga area her entire life. She worked for Flint Pipeline, Salazar Roofing and CCA Prison as a Sergeant for ten years. Christy graduated from Thomas High School and attended the Nazarene Church and was a member of the Round Up Club in Watonga where she was a Rodeo Queen. She enjoyed crocheting, riding motorcycles and she loved her many cats. She married Billy Ivins at Eureka Springs, Arkansas on July 29, 2005. She was preceded in death by her parents. Christy is survived by her husband Billy of the home in Watonga, OK; Two sons: Logan Wray of Watonga, OK and Marcus Wray of Watonga; One brother; Ricky Burghardt and wife JoAnn of Naples, Florida; One sister: Rhonda Burghardt of Bethany, OK; Three grandchildren: Tucker James Wray, Jacob Thomas Wray and Ella Arayah Hope Wray. One niece and nephew as well as several other friends and family. Memorial services for Christy were held Friday, March 23, 2018 at the Fay Gymnasium in Fay, Oklahoma with Wilkinson Mortuary in Watonga in charge of arrangements.

1948~2018

Sharlyn Joyce (Cowan) Shepard was born November 17, 1948 at Watonga Municipal Hospital to Hubert and Tincy Cowan and passed away April 3, 2018 at the age of sixtynine. She was a resident of Blaine County, OK, for fortyeight years, Kansas for twenty years, and New Jersey for two years. She had careers in retail, banking and the mortgage industry. She graduated from Watonga High School in 1966. After graduation, she attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She married Paul Meier in 1967. They had two children, Scot Meier and Marsha (Meier) Bukowski. She married James Shepard in 2001. She was preceded in death by her father, Hubert Cowan and her husband, James Shepard. She is survived by her two children, her mother, Tincy Cowan, her sister, Karlea (Cowan) Ewald, her brother David Cowan, and her granddaughters Bethaney (Meier) Whitson and Brooklyn Meier. Funeral services for Sharlyn will be held Sunday, April 8th at 2:00 p.m at the Christian Church in Watonga with Rev. Adam Lovitt officiating. Burial will follow at the Watonga I.O.O.F. Cemetery with Wilkinson Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

1928~2018

Mamie Irene Acre Masonhall was born April 19, 1928 to Charles and Maggie Acre in her parents’ home southwest of Canton, Oklahoma. Mamie attended Canton Public School all 12 years and graduated in 1946. While in high school she played the French Horn and was a member of the Canton High School marching band. She enjoyed telling that she had her first legal driver’s license when she was only 14 years old. Even though parts of the country were experiencing the Dust Bowl and the times of the Great Depression, Mamie would explain that her family always had plenty of food. They raised a large garden and canned enough food to last through the year. This was a practice that Mamie would continue for several decades. For years she also raised chickens and sold Grade A eggs to one of the three local grocery stores. On October 20, 1946 Mamie married Glen Ray Masonhall in a double wedding with her brother Harold C. Acre and Edith Chaloupek. For a few years Glen Ray and Mamie lived at Eagle City. Then in 1953 Glen Ray and Mamie moved to Canton to the farm that had belonged to Mamie’s grandparents. This is where they reared their three children. Mamie was a woman with many talents, skills, and interests. Kittens and hummingbirds were some of her favorite animals. She was an accomplished seamstress who liked to collect thimbles; her CB “handle” was Thimble Thumper! She was also a member of the International Brick Collectors. She had been a longtime member of the Progressive Home Demonstration Club. Mamie’s beautiful crocheted afghans kept us warm in the winter, but will forever warm our hearts. Most importantly she worked side by side with her husband on their farm. She helped with the cattle, the crops, and all the other facets of farm life. Mamie was delighted to learn that their farm had been certified as an Oklahoma Centennial Farm this year. Mamie was a faithful member of the United Methodist Church. She had served in every office of the United Methodist Women and many offices of the administrative board. She was editor of the church newsletter The Circuit Rider for about 35 years. On April 6, 2018 Mamie went to heaven. Waiting in heaven to greet her were her husband Glen Ray and their son Wesley, her parents, her brother Harold Acre, one sonin- law Sherman Butler. Mamie is survived by her two daughters, Glenace Butler of Fairview, OK and Kathryn Denton and husband Dean of Canton, OK, and one daughter-in-law, Charlotte Masonhall of Canton, OK. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Glen R. Habbershaw of Fairfax, VA, Addie S. Thornton and husband Danny of Prosper, TX and William R. Denton and wife Amanda of Longdale, OK; two step-grandchildren, Philip Butler and Casey of Wichita, KS and Jennie Butler Scott of Enid, OK; She also leaves behind four great-grandchildren, Katie and Sydney Thornton of Prosper, TX and Marshall and Leam Denton of Longdale, OK; four step-great-grandchildren, Edward and Aline Scott of Enid, OK and Aiden and Adelyn Butler of Wichita, KS; She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at the Canton United Methodist Church with Pastor Daniel Hammans and Jerry Fast officiating. Interment will follow in Canton Cemetery under the direction of Pierce Funeral Home, Canton. In lieu of flowers the family would suggest donations to the Canton United Methodist Church with the funeral home acting as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made online at www.piercefuneralhomes.com

Mary Ann Phillips was born August 27, 1946 at Stillwell, Oklahoma to Charly and Mary (Hall) Phillips and passed away Friday, April 13, 2018 at the age of 71. She was a resident of the Watonga community for over 20 years where she was a homemaker. Memorial services for Mary will be held Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Watonga with Wilkinson Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

A memorial service for Lillian Kershner, age 95 formerly of Watonga, OK will be Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at the First Baptist Church in Watonga, OK

1922~2018

Lillian Mable Kershner was born May 7, 1922 at Oaks, Oklahoma to Paul and Ethel (Morris) Autry and passed away on April 21, 2018 at the age of 95. She was a resident of the Watonga community most of her life, residing the last ten years in Shawnee with her son. Lillian worked for Hollytex Spinning Mill, Ely’s Grocery Store and McBees Steak House as a Hostess for over 20 years. She attended Oakwood Schools, and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Watonga, OK. Lillian loved being a part of her church family and she loved her many regular customers when she worked at McBee’s, but most important to her was her family. On December 9, 1939 she married Elmer Beatey. After Elmer’s death in WWII, she married Charles Clinton Kershner at Coffeyville, Kansas on November 1, 1946. Lillian was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands Elmer and Charles; five brothers and sisters; One son, Larry Kershner; and one daughter, Patricia Bibb. She is survived by two sons; John Kershner and wife Sue of Shawnee, Oklahoma and Donald Beatey of Colonial Beach, Virginia 14 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. Memorial services for Lillian were held Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at the First Baptist Church in Watonga at 10:00 A.M. Arrangements by Wilkinson Mortuary of Watonga, OK