<![CDATA[Enid News & Eagle: Obituaries]]> (2024)

PRESTON, William Don "Billy Don," 81, of Enid. Service pending with Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service.

COOK, Melvin Harrison "Bo," of Enid. Service pending with Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service.

MUNOZ, Mary Ann "Dodd," 59, of Enid. Service pending with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

The funeral for Garold Edward "G.E." Huddleston, 77, of Ponca City, will be 2 p.m., Monday, November 22, 2010, at Northeast Baptist Church, Ponca City. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Ralston. Arrangements are by Poteet Funeral Home, Pawnee. He was born on April 26, 1933, in Skedee to Garrett and Edna Earnhart Huddleston and died Friday, November 19, 2010. Surviving are his wife, Joyce, of the home; daughter Dr. Denise and husband Mike Coldwater of Enid; two sisters, Ellen Jernigan and Ima Clymer of Pawhuska, and a brother, Bert Huddleston; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Joyce, of the home; daughter Dr. Denise and husband Mike Coldwater of Enid; two sisters, Ellen Jernigan and Ima Clymer of Pawhuska, and a brother, Bert Huddleston; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

1933 - 2021[br]The Mass of Christian burial celebrating and honoring the life of Gene Wells, 87, of Enid will be held at 10:00 a.m. Today, in The St. Gregory The Great Catholic Church, with Reverend Father Mark Mason officiating. Services and complete cremation care are under the direction of Brown-Cummings Funeral Home. Condolences and special memories may be shared with the family online at www.Brown-Cummings.com.

Eva H. "Granny B" Bridgeman, 94, of Pratt, Kan., died Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012, at Parkwood Village in Pratt, Kan. She was born Oct. 21, 1918, in Lincoln County, Okla., the daughter of Harry and Elsie (Bowman) Tucker. On June 9, 1937, she married Ross E. Bridgeman in Enid, Okla. He preceded her in death on March 28, 1985. Eva was a farm wife and worked at St. Mary's Hospital in Enid for over 20 years. Eva was a farm wife and worked at St. Mary's Hospital in Enid for over 20 years. The family lived in Zenda, Kan., from 1952 to 1960, then they moved back to Oklahoma. In 2000, she moved to Cunningham, Kan., and wrote a column for the Cunningham Courier. She is survived by a son, Ronald (Ruth Ann) Bridgeman of Zenda, Kan.; daughter, Donna (Karl) Werner of Zenda, Kan.; seven grandchildren, David Bridgeman, Andy Bridgeman, JeanAnn Marquez, Lisa Young, Karla Westerman, Janene Gillen and Karen Tommer; 15 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and a brother, Marvin Tucker. There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd., Pratt, Kan., with Pastor Mike McGovney presiding. A memorial service will also be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012, at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, 2800 N. Van Buren, Enid, Okla. Private inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Enid. Memorials may be made to Victory in the Valley in care of the mortuary.

HARNISH, D.O., Henery "Hank," 84, of Enid. Service pending with Brown-Cummings Funeral Home.

Joseph C. "J.C." Hale was born July 17, 1918, in rural Garfield County to Don and Edna (DeBell) Hale and died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011. He attended both Marshall and Covington schools. In 1939, he joined the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 11th Cavalry. He served in the European Theatre until the end of World War II. J.C. married Marthella Sallee in 1941. She preceded him in death in 1999. J.C. married Marthella Sallee in 1941. She preceded him in death in 1999. He farmed, worked in construction and later worked as a driller in the oil fields. In 1956, he was employed by Sinclair Oil Company and retired from ARCO Oil and Gas in 1980. In 1958, J.C. was ordained as a deacon at First Baptist Church, Stonewall, Okla. He was a member and past deacon of Garland Road Baptist Church. He also was a member of American Legion and VFW. In April 2000, J.C. married Ruby (McCracken) Castleman and she survives him. J.C. also is survived by two sons, Jerry Hale and Rosiale of Woodward and Douglas Hale and wife Jana of Weatherford; one daughter, Joell Gray and husband Gaylon of Purcell; two grandsons; five granddaughters; 18 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; as well as one brother, Bob Hale. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and five brothers. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at Garland Road Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Lions Club Cemetery North, Marshall. Services under the direction of Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. Memorials can be made through the funeral home to Garland Road Baptist Church.

Joseph C. "J.C." Hale was born July 17, 1918, in rural Garfield County to Don and Edna (DeBell) Hale and died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011. He attended both Marshall and Covington schools. In 1939, he joined the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 11th Cavalry. He served in the European Theatre until the end of World War II. In 1939, he joined the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 11th Cavalry. He served in the European Theatre until the end of World War II. J.C. married Marthella Sallee in 1941. She preceded him in death in 1999. He farmed, worked in construction and later worked as a driller in the oil fields. In 1956, he was employed by Sinclair Oil Co. and retired from ARCO Oil and Gas in 1980. In 1958, J.C. was ordained as a deacon at First Baptist Church in Stonewall, Okla. He was a member and past deacon of Garland Road Baptist Church. He also was a member of American Legion and VFW. In April 2000, he married Ruby (McCracken) Castleman and she survives him. J.C. also is survived by two sons, Jerry Hale and Rosalee of Woodward and Douglas Hale and wife Jana of Weatherford; one daughter, Joell Gray and husband Gaylon of Purcell; two grandsons; five granddaughters; 18 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Bob Hale. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and five brothers. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at Garland Road Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Lions Club Cemetery North in Marshall. Service is under the direction of Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home.

STEPHENS, John David "J.D.," 58, of Enid. Service pending with Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors.

John L. "J.L." Cramer, 84, of rural Mound Valley, Kan., died Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010, in Wichita, Kan. He was born and raised in Garber. His wife, Vera Cramer, survives. His wife, Vera Cramer, survives. Service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at Mound Valley Christian Church. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m until service time Saturday at the church. Memorials are suggested to Mound Valley Christian Church or American Heart Association. These may be left at or mailed to Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 325, Altamont, KS 67330. Online condolences may be left at www.forbeshoffman.com.

BARKER, James "Jim," 75, of Alva. Service pending with Marshall Funeral Home, Alva.

JORDAN, James "Jimmy," 77, Enid. Service pending with Brown-Cummings Funeral Home.

ESTRADA, Gilbert “Joe,” 29, and Alicia, 33, of Enid. Service pending with Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home.

Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert “Joe” and Alicia Estrada went together to meet the Lord on June 3, 2010. Joe was born January 9, 1981, to Jimmy and Laveta Estrada and Alicia was born April 19, 1977, to Aristeo and Maria Garibay. They were very much in love with each other and were married August 14, 2004. Joe and Alicia loved the Lord and spent their lives serving Him. They were loved much and will be dearly missed by their family and friends. Joe and Alicia loved the Lord and spent their lives serving Him. They were loved much and will be dearly missed by their family and friends. They were preceded in death by her parents. They are survived by their large extended families. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at the First Assembly of God Church with Pastor Mel Masengale officiating. Burial will follow in Enid Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made in their name to the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to www.enidwecare.com. (Submitted by family)

CRAVENS, Leonard Dixon "L.D.," 76, of Fairview, died Friday, May 16, 2014. Service pending with Fairview Funeral Home Inc.

Funeral for Leonard Dixon "L.D." Cravens, 76, will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at Homestead Bible Church, Homestead, Okla. Burial will follow in Homestead Cemetery. Arrangements are by Fairview Funeral Home Inc.

Memorial service for Larry Don "L.D." White, 50, will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, at Marshall Funeral Home Chapel, Alva. Larry, son of Otto and Dorothy White, was born Sept. 4, 1960, and lost his battle with lung cancer on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2011. Larry was preceded in death by his parents. Larry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by two daughters, Louree White and Charity Digby; two sisters, Jane Gaskill and Dorothy Deen; two brothers, Dean and Harry Fisher; stepmother, Phyllis Fisher; and one stepsister, Kaye Tatro. Remembrances may be shared with the family at www.mar shallfuneralhomes.com.

Louis Vern "L.V." Cook, 78, passed away Oct. 20, 2013, in Haysville, Kan. He was born Sept. 17, 1935, to Perry Jay and Opal May (Gates) Cook in Rantoul, Kan. He is survived by his brother, Rodney Cook of Caldwell, Kan., and sister, Lois Croft and her husband Dick of Clearwater, Kan. Cremation is taking place with private family inurnment to be held later. Cremation is taking place with private family inurnment to be held later. For more information or to leave a memory or condolence, visit www.schaeffermortuary.info. Arrangements by Schaeffer Mortuary, 6 North Main, Caldwell, KS 67022.

KREJCI, Ida "Leitha," 98, of Enid. Service pending with Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home.

OFFENBERG, Lizelotte "Liz," 65, Enid. Service pending with Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home.

BONNETT, Merna "Mae," 83, longtime Enid resident. Service pending for Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013.

Funeral for David Michael "Mike"Johnson, 72, will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2014, at First Christian Church, with the Rev. Joshua Leu officiation. Burial with Masonic graveside rites will be in Great Bend Cemetery North. Friends may call from 1-9 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6-8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 2, at Bryant Funeral Home. Friends may call from 1-9 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6-8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 2, at Bryant Funeral Home. Mike was born Nov. 25, 1941, in Denison, Texas, to Doug and Woodie (Pritchard) Johnson and died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2014, at Almost Home Inc. He founded M & M Equipment in 1975, and retired in December 2012. Mr. Johnson was a long-time Great Bend, Kan., resident, previously residing in Phillips, Texas, Odessa, Texas, and Enid, Okla. In lieu of flowers the family request memorial contributions to Almost Home Inc., a residential end-of-life care facility, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, KS 67530. (Submitted by family)

Our father, Norm Carlson "Pops" of Titusville, Fla., passed away Sunday, March 1, 2015, from complications of congestive heart failure. Dad was born in Meno, Okla., on Feb. 12, 1934, and was very proud of his Okie heritage. He and mom were married for 51 years and are finally reunited in heaven. He and mom were married for 51 years and are finally reunited in heaven. Dad was very proud of his children, Chris Carlson of Denver, Colo., Jodi (daughter) and Mike Juretich of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Bobbie Lu (daughter) and Todd Turner of Titusville, Fla. Dad loved and adored his three grandchildren, Grace Carlson, Brandon Gorrell and C.J. Turner. And of course, his constant companion, Angel, his 13-year-old Westie dog. Dad was an avid fisherman his entire life. He served two years in the Army and then had a successful career with NASA, working on the Saturn, Apollo and Space Shuttle missions as launch vehicle test director and chief test director. Dad may be best remembered for his Launch Beans tradition. He started the tradition of serving "launch beans" and cornbread after every successful launch. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Indian River City United Methodist Church, 1355 Cheney Hwy., Titusville, Fla. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following the church service at the Elks Lodge, 2955 Columbia Blvd., Titusville, Fla. The family will hold a private burial ceremony later in the spring. In lieu of flowers, we encourage thoughtful donations to the Hospice of St. Francis Inc., 1250-B Grumman Place, Titusville, FL 32780, or the U.S. Space Walk of Fame Museum, 308 Pine Street, Titusville, FL 32796. Condolences may be shared at www.northbrevardfuneral home.com. (Submitted by family)

HOLE, Martha "Punkin," 88, of Enid. Service pending with Brown-Cummings Funeral Home.

A private memorial service for Robert B. "R.B." Jackson, 84, will be at a later date. Cremation arrangements are by Anderson-Burris Funeral Home and Crematory. R.B. was born to Ro-bert Franklin and Bertha Lee (Cotton) Jackson on July 21, 1927, in Hunter and died Monday, Dec. 12, 2011, at his home in Enid. R.B. grew up in Hunter and attended schools there. R.B. grew up in Hunter and attended schools there. On July 23, 1948, he married Nadine Case in Enid. He worked in the oilfield in Midland and Odessa, Texas, area as a driller and then supervisor. They moved to Enid in 1964, and he retired in 1997. He was a member of Hunter Christian Church. R.B. is survived by son, Robert Dale Jackson of Enid; two brothers, William Jackson of Pond Creek and Charles Jackson of Lovington, N.M.; sister, Katherine Cox; sister-in-law, Patricia Scheffe and brother-in-law, Bill Case, all of Enid. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nadine, parents, infant sister and sister, Ruth. Memorials may be made to the funeral home. Condolences online at www.anderson burris.com. (Submitted by family)

JOHNSON, LaRoy "Roy," 88, Enid. Service pending with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

PECHA, Emil "Shorty," 91, Goltry. Service pending with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

EBY, Russell S. "Skipper," 52, of Garber. Service pending with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

Jan. 11, 1925 - April 15, 2011 ST. CHARLES, MO. - Virgil Claud "V.C." Cassel passed away at 12:05 a.m. Friday, April 15, 2011, at home following a heart related illness. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Saturday, April 23, 2011, at America's Best, 1970 Craig Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. Saturday, April 23, 2011, at America's Best, 1970 Craig Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146. Virgil is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Alice Wood Cassel, as well as their six children, 14 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Virgil also is survived by one sister, Irene Wilds, last of his nine siblings, and her daughter of Corpus Christi, Texas. He has numerous other relatives who mourn his passing. Virgil married Mary Alice Wood on Nov. 21, 1953. Together, they created a life that revolved around music, faith and family. He actively participated in the diverse activities of his children (and later, those of his grandchildren), attending events from musical and dramatic performances to wrestling matches and softball and basketball games. Virgil will be interred at Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis, Mo. Cremation arrangements are by St. Louis Cremation. (Submitted by family)

Services for Teddy S. "Ho Ho" Crawford Jr., 56, Meno-Ames area, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in the Stittsworth Memory Chapel, with Pastor Gene Long officiating. Services are under the guidance of the Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors. Teddy was born on Jan. 1, 1960, in Enid, the son of Teddy and Karen Crawford, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, in Enid. He was raised and educated in Enid, graduating from Enid High School with the class of 1978. Teddy worked at Novah CB's and helped with farming for many years. He then moved to Texas and worked in homebuilding, later moving back to Enid, retiring to the farm. Teddy worked at Novah CB's and helped with farming for many years. He then moved to Texas and worked in homebuilding, later moving back to Enid, retiring to the farm. Survivors include his parents, Teddy and Karen Crawford, Enid; son, Nicholas Crawford, of the residence; grandson, Samuel, Amber; sister, Kim Goodman and husband, Jess, Enid, and their children; Jeremy and wife, Amanda Goodman, and their two children; Jessica and husband, Dustin Harold and daughter, all of Enid; brother, Dennis Crawford, Allen, Texas, along with his two children; Krystal Wright and husband, Brian, along with their two daughters, Enid; Jeffry and wife, Brittany Crawford, Allen, Texas; and many aunts and uncles and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses in ICU at Integris Bass Baptist Health Center, and L-Tac, along with very good friends, Ernie, Debbie, Sam and Jean Ann, Mike, John Boy, Joe, Billy Joe and Diane. The family has selected, in lieu of flowers, that memorial remembrances may be made to the Ames Volunteer Fire Department, with the fund to be coordinated by Amy Stittsworth's Funeral Service. (Submitted by family)

Allen Joseph "A.J." White, 42-year-old Fort Supply resident, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, at Woodward Regional Hospital. A memorial service will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012, at Billings Funeral Home Chapel, Woodward. Allen Joseph White was born April 19, 1970, in Enid, Okla., to Marilyn (Devore) White and Cloyse Paige. Allen Joseph White was born April 19, 1970, in Enid, Okla., to Marilyn (Devore) White and Cloyse Paige. Allen attended grade school and high school at Jet-Nash and later attended college at Northern Oklahoma College. Allen worked many jobs, but he loved working for the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. He worked for the state of Oklahoma for 14 years before going to work for Weatherford ALS, where he was a dispatcher. In December 2003, Allen married the love of his life, Joanne. They made their home in Fort Supply. Allen was an active member with ABATE and he loved riding his motorcycle. He was also a huge NASCAR fan and enjoyed race day with Jo. He also prided himself on being a Pittsburgh Steeler football fan. He is survived by his wife, Joanne of the home; stepdaughters, Diana Lajeunesse, Kristen and Kevin Costello, Michelle and RJ Beardsley; grandchildren, Kevin Jr. and Kaden; brothers, Alex White, Christopher Paige, Joey Paige, as well as sister, April Paige; mother, Marilyn White; father, Cloyse Paige; nephews, Andrew and Devon White; niece, Allison White; and many more nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to American Diabetes Association with the funeral home accepting the contributions. Remembrances may be shared online at www.billings funeralhomewoodward.com.

A Celebration of Life service for Betty Jane Harris "B.J.," 94, Enid, formerly of Las Vegas, Nev., will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2015, at the Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel. TheRev. Randy Mitchell will officiate.Burial will be at 2 p.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery, Oklahoma City. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Betty was born Sept. 8, 1921, in Oklahoma City to Randell S. Cobb and Mary E. Cobb McIntire, and passed away Dec. 21, 2015, at her home.Betty grew up in Oklahoma City. She attended University of Oklahoma and University of Colorado. Survivors include sons, William V. Harris of Enid, and Randy J. Harris of Dallas, Texas; and daughter Linda Evans of Enid. B.J. leaves eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Boomer, her Havanese, misses her terribly. Survivors include sons, William V. Harris of Enid, and Randy J. Harris of Dallas, Texas; and daughter Linda Evans of Enid. B.J. leaves eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Boomer, her Havanese, misses her terribly. The spark of her life was the many dogs that raised her. Betty was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, William J. Harris and her son, Steven G. Harris. Donations may be made to the Enid SPCA with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home serving as custodians of the funds. (Submitted by family)

September 8, 1921 - December 21, 2015 A Celebration of Life service for Betty Jane "B.J." Harris, 94, of Enid, formerly of Las Vegas, Nev., will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, at at the Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at 2 p.m. at the Rose Hill Cemetery, 6001 N. Grand Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

A Celebration of Life service for Betty Jane Harris (B.J.), age 94, of Enid, formerly of Las Vegas, N.V., will be 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, at the Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Randy Mitchell will officiate. Burial will be at 2 p.m. at the Rose Hill Cemetery, 6001 N. Grand Blvd., Oklahoma City. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Betty was born Sept. 8, 1921, in Oklahoma City to Randell S. Cobb and Mary E. Cobb McIntire and passed away Dec. 21, 2015, at her home. Betty grew up in Oklahoma City. She attended University of Oklahoma and University of Colorado. Survivors include sons, William V. Harris of Enid, Okla., and Randy J. Harris of Dallas, and daughter, Linda Evans of Enid, Okla. B.J. leaves eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Boomer, her Havanese, misses her terribly. Survivors include sons, William V. Harris of Enid, Okla., and Randy J. Harris of Dallas, and daughter, Linda Evans of Enid, Okla. B.J. leaves eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Boomer, her Havanese, misses her terribly. The sparks of her life were the many dogs that raised her. Betty was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, William J. Harris, and her son, Steven G. Harris. Donations may be made to the Enid SPCA with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, PO Box 3501, Enid, OK 73702, serving as custodians of the funds. The service may be viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com. (Submitted by family)

The graveside service for William R. "Bill Ron" Meyer, 26, will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, in Fairview Cemetery, Clearlake, west of Laverne. The Rev. James Morris will officiate. Arrangements are by Myatt Funeral Home, Laverne. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. He was born April 1, 1982, in Beaver to Ronald W. and Linda Sue Black Meyer and died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, at St. Francis Hospital, Wichita, Kan. He attended Laverne schools, graduating in 2001. He was a roustabout and welder's helper by trade. Surviving are his father, Ron Meyer of Laverne; his mother and stepfather, Linda and Billy Holmes of Woodward; two sisters, Susan Shrum of Cleburne, Texas, and Mistie Woods of Colony; grandparents, Sue Hays of Laverne, Jim and Maxine Black of Booker, Texas, and Dorothy Black of Perryton, Texas. Memorials may be made through the funeral home, Box 909, Laverne, OK 73848, to Bill Ron Memorial Fund.

Funeral service for Robert "Bobby" or "Bob-O" Fox, 62, of Kremlin, will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Vernon Lee officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. Bobby was born to Garold and Betty (English) Fox on Feb. 14, 1947, in Monrovia, Calif., and passed away Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, while surrounded by family. He was a cowboy in every sense of the word. He had a heart of gold and enjoyed raising horses. In his younger years, Bobby was a bronc and bull rider in the rodeo circuit. He also participated in team penning. Then he started up several working ranches, mostly in Texas and Florida. He was the best fence and corral builder around. On Sept. 5, 1998, Bobby married Judy Gregory. For the past 10 years, he was living his dream of being his own rancher. He always said he was a cowboy who was just born in the wrong era. But above all else, he loved his family and wanted to take care of them no matter what. He was preceded in death by his parents. Bobby is survived by his wife, Judy, of the home; daughter, Traci Broomfield and husband Shannon of Enid; son, Kevin Hall of Enid; stepdaughter, Tinna Holden and husband Brent of Enid; stepson, Greg Gregory of Enid; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchilden; as well as one brother, Terry Fox of Kremlin, and one sister, Lennie Johns of Enid. A special thanks is given to Robbi with Carter HealthCare for the care she gave Bobby over the past few months. Memorials can be made through the funeral home to Carter HealthCare. Condolences may be sent at www.enidwecare.com. (Paid Obit 1-4-1)

June 2, 1926 - April 16, 2014 Service for DeLawrence "De" Hamilton will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2014, at First Baptist Church, Medford. Arrangements are by Lanman Funeral Home Inc., Medford.

Funeral service for DeLawrence "De" Hamilton will be Saturday, April 19, 2014, at 2 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Medford. The Rev. Bob Smith and the Rev. Jonathan Gilliland will officiate. Burial will follow in Rosemound Cemetery with arrangements by Lanman Funeral Home, Inc., of Medford. Memories may be shared with the family at www.lanmanmemorials.com. De was born June 2, 1926, in Medford, the son of George Alexander and Myrtle Biby Hamilton. De graduated from Gore High School. He entered the U.S. Navy on July 3, 1944 and was discharged on June 13, 1946. After De returned to Medford, he and Emma Jean Carrier were married on Sept. 29, 1946, in Nash. De worked as a butcher and retired in 1989. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Medford and was ordained as a Deacon in 1951. De is preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Jill Wall and two brothers, Dwayne and Dwight Hamilton. De is preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Jill Wall and two brothers, Dwayne and Dwight Hamilton. He is survived by his wife, Emma Jean of Medford; two daughters, Sherry Kimber and Jan Stewart both of Wichita, Kan.; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Memorial may be made to the First Baptist Church Sound Fund or the church of donor's choice. (Submitted by family)

JOHNSON, George Edward "Ed," 74, Jet. Service pending with Lanman Funeral Home Inc., Helena.

MAJORS, Graham Earl "G.E.", 79, Enid. Service pending with Anderson-Burris Funeral Home and Crematory.

Jan 1, 1960 - Feb 21, 2016Services for Teddy S. "Ho Ho" Crawford Jr., 56, Meno-Ames area, will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, in the Stittsworth Memory Chapel, with Pastor Gene Long officiating. Services are under the guidance of the Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors.Teddy was born on Jan. 1, 1960, in Enid, the son of Teddy and Karen Crawford, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, in Enid.He was raised and educated in Enid, graduating from Enid High School with the class of 1978. Teddy worked at Novah CB's and helped with farming for many years. He then moved to Texas and worked in homebuilding, later moving back to Enid, retiring to the farm.Survivors include his parents, Teddy and Karen Crawford, Enid; son, Nicholas Crawford, of the residence; grandson, Samuel, Amber; sister, Kim Goodman and husband, Jess, Enid, and their children; Jeremy and wife, Amanda Goodman, and their two children; Jessica and husband, Dustin Harold and daughter, all of Enid; brother, Dennis Crawford, Allen, Texas, along with his two children; Krystal Wright and husband, Brian, along with their two daughters, Enid; Jeffry and wife, Brittany Crawford, Allen, Texas; and many aunts and uncles and friends.The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses in ICU at Integris Bass Baptist Health Center, and L-Tac, along with very good friends, Ernie, Debbie, Sam and Jean Ann, Mike, John Boy, Joe, Billy Joe and Diane.The family has selected, in lieu of flowers, that memorial remembrances may be made to the Ames Volunteer Fire Department, with the fund to be coordinated by Amy Stittsworth's Funeral Service.(Submitted by family)

The service for Teddy S. "Ho Ho" Crawford Jr., 56, Meno-Ames area, will be held 1 p.m. today, Feb. 26, 2016, in the Stittsworth Memory Chapel, with Pastor Gene Long officiating.Teddy was born on Jan. 1, 1960, in Enid, the son of Teddy and Karen Crawford, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, in Enid.Services are under the guidance of Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors.

Service of Remembrance and Celebration of Life for John Douglas "J.D." Bergner, 47, of Oklahoma City, formerly of Kremlin, Okla., will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, with the Rev. Marvin Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Star Cemetery, west of Fairview, Okla. J.D. was born March 29, 1968, in Wichita, Kan., the son of Robert and Vickie Long Bergner and passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015. He attended Buffalo schools through the seventh grade and graduated from Kremlin-Hillsdale High School in 1986. He attended Central State University and Platte College and graduated with a degree in graphic design. J.D. then attended Oklahoma City Community College, where he was pursuing a degree in literature and theatre. He attended Buffalo schools through the seventh grade and graduated from Kremlin-Hillsdale High School in 1986. He attended Central State University and Platte College and graduated with a degree in graphic design. J.D. then attended Oklahoma City Community College, where he was pursuing a degree in literature and theatre. He was united in marriage to Ann Pfieffer on May 3, 1997, in Yukon, Okla. He was employed by CPD-Tech-Pac for 17 years as a graphic designer and later employed by Fast Signs of Oklahoma City. He was a member of Victory Church and United Methodist Church of Buffalo, Okla., a Cubmaster for the Boy Scouts of America, was on the board of directors of the Stage Door Theatre in Yukon, Okla., and acted in numerous plays around Oklahoma City. His proudest accomplishments were being a father, directing The Little Shop of Horrors for El Reno Community Theatre and starring as Vince in Grease. He will be remembered as a wonderful son, a loving father and brother-cousin. J.D. enjoyed drawing and was a great Star Wars fan and collector of comic books. Survivors include three sons, Trower Jefferies and wife Jessica, and Eric and Andrew Bergner, all of Oklahoma City; his parents, Robert and Vickie Bergner of Kremlin, Okla.; sister, Trilby Schmidt and husband Daniel of Enid, Okla.; three grandchildren, Madison, David and Trower Jr.; his former wife, Ann Bergner; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by both sets of grandparents, aunts and uncles. Memorial contributions may be made to Miracle 4 J.D. on Facebook or sent to Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home, 2800 N. Van Buren, Enid, OK 73703.

CHOATE, Jack D. "J.D.," 47, Enid. Died Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015. Services pending with Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors.

Celebration of Life cook-out for Jack D. "J.D." Choate, 47, Enid, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015, at the family residence (4818 N. Washington). Arrangements are under the guidance of the Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors.

Celebration of life cookout for Jack D. "J.D." Choate, 47, Enid, will be 2 p.m., Sunday, November 22, 2015. at the family residence (4818 N. Washington). Arrangements are under the kind guidance of the Amy Stittsworth Funeral Service and Cremation Directors. J.D. was born on Dec. 18, 1967, in Enid, the son of Bobby Dean and Angela Rose Timmermyer Choate, and passed away peacefully on Nov. 7, 2015, at his residence. He was raised and educated in the Enid and Lahoma area, graduating from Chisholm High School with the class of 1985. J.D. married Leslie Lynn Shelton in Enid on June 22, 1991. He worked for Stride Well Service, Hamm and Phillips, and later, owner-operator of Northwest Sand Blasting and Choate Paint and Body. He loved his Harley Davidson and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Leslie, of the residence; daughter, Alexandria Nicole Choate of Enid; sisters, Tamara Ann Choate-Shourek and her son Jacob of Enid and Teresa Marie Choate Black and her daughters Shana Nichole, Taylor Leigh (son, Dawson) and Jamie Lynn, all of Enid; step-brothers, Sequoia and Robert Anderson; step-sisters, Linda Graff and Quannah Harris. J.D. was preceded in passing by his parents, one nephew, Tanner James Black and step-sister, Lenna Anderson. Survivors include his wife, Leslie, of the residence; daughter, Alexandria Nicole Choate of Enid; sisters, Tamara Ann Choate-Shourek and her son Jacob of Enid and Teresa Marie Choate Black and her daughters Shana Nichole, Taylor Leigh (son, Dawson) and Jamie Lynn, all of Enid; step-brothers, Sequoia and Robert Anderson; step-sisters, Linda Graff and Quannah Harris. J.D. was preceded in passing by his parents, one nephew, Tanner James Black and step-sister, Lenna Anderson. (Submitted by family)

August 20, 1935 - June 11, 2015 Graveside service for Jesse "J.D." Daughhetee will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 2015, at Keith Cemetery, southwest of Burlington. Viewing will be 1-7 p.m. Friday, June 19, at Lanman Funeral Home Inc., Cherokee, with the family present from 5-7 p.m.

The funeral for Jennifer Dawn Morehouse, 29, of Billings, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008, at First Baptist Church, Billings. Burial will be in Billings Union Cemetery. Arrangements are by Dugger Funeral Home, Billings.

The funeral for Jewel William "J.W." Ridge, 85, of Norman, formerly of Enid, will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 9, 2008, at First United Methodist Church, Enid. The Rev. David Wiggs will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be 5-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. He was born Aug. 11, 1922, in Pleasant Hill to L. J. and Nettie Ella Harris Ridge and died Thursday, June 5, 2008, in Norman. He graduated from Haworth High School in 1941. He joined the Army and served in North Africa and Italy. After his return, he married Mary Short Sept. 15, 1945, in New Boston, Texas. In 1950, he was mobilized with his unit in the Oklahoma National Guard 45th Division to Japan and Korea. He retired from the Guard after 20 years with the rank of major. He graduated from Southeastern State University with a bachelor's of science degree in education and from Phillips University with a master's degree in education. He began his teaching career at Fanshawe High School. After they moved to Enid, he taught at Enid High School, was principal for Waller Junior High School and was superintendent of O. T. Autry Vocational-Technical Center until retiring in 1986. He was a member of Oklahoma Education Association, National Education Association, Masonic Lodge 80, Enid, and was a 32nd Degree Mason. He served First United Methodist Church of Enid as president of the board of trustees, as a member of the administrative board, and as a Sunday school teacher. He was also president of Enid Noon Lions Club. Surviving are his wife, Mary; three daughters, Lynn Peacher of Tulsa, Patricia Bradley of Arcadia and Cindy Baudendistel of Norman; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Memorials may be made to Autry Technology Center Foundation Jewel Ridge Scholarship, 1201 West Willow, Enid, OK 73703. Condolences may be made online at ladusauevans@suddenlinkmail.com.

A memorial service and family celebration of the life of Kenny Don "K.D." Johnson, Houston, Texas, formerly of Frederick and Enid, Okla., will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010, at The Corry Estate Vineyards, 1920 S. Cleveland, Enid, Okla. The memorial service was originally scheduled to take place at the Weldon Park in Enid; however, the location has been changed. (Paid Obit 4-4-1) (Paid Obit 4-4-1)

Memorial service for Leslie Taylor, 77, of Clinton, will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, Clinton. Arrangements by Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home, Clinton. L.D. was born Oct. 14, 1935, to Leslie Elmo "Peanut" Taylor and Virginia Kathryn Lois (Carpenter) Taylor in Vernon, Texas, and died Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012, in Clinton. Surviving are wife, Flossie of the home; children, Donna Lispi, Russellville, Ark., Sherry Schiede, Dover, Ark., Leslie Thomas "Tom" Taylor, Elk City, and Monte Taylor, Foss; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Bob "Rooster" Taylor, Ames; and sisters, Mary Kennedy, Chillicothe, Texas, and Nancy Weaver, Rochester, Ind. Surviving are wife, Flossie of the home; children, Donna Lispi, Russellville, Ark., Sherry Schiede, Dover, Ark., Leslie Thomas "Tom" Taylor, Elk City, and Monte Taylor, Foss; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Bob "Rooster" Taylor, Ames; and sisters, Mary Kennedy, Chillicothe, Texas, and Nancy Weaver, Rochester, Ind.

MacArthur "Mac" Plummer, 73, of Kingfisher, passed away Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, surrounded by his family at Select Specialty Hospital in Oklahoma City. He was born on April 17, 1942, the oldest of five boys, to Jerry and Roberta (Link) Plummer in a log cabin just outside of Chester, Okla. The family moved to Enid, Okla., in the early 1950s, where Mac spent the rest of his childhood. He attended Enid High School where he played football, basketball and baseball, earning all-state honors in football and baseball and second team all-state in basketball. The family moved to Enid, Okla., in the early 1950s, where Mac spent the rest of his childhood. He attended Enid High School where he played football, basketball and baseball, earning all-state honors in football and baseball and second team all-state in basketball. He attended Phillips University where he received a scholarship to play basketball and baseball. He graduated with a degree in education and took a position at Waller Junior High in Enid teaching and coaching. He then took a similar position in Woodward, Okla., where he met his future wife Gerry Stolz of Kingfisher, Okla. They were married on July 24, 1971. They moved to Rolla, Kan., where they resided for 33 years. During his tenure at USD 217 in Rolla, he served as a teacher, coach and administrator. For over 10 years he taught math, driver's education and science. He was also K-8 principal for 13 years, K-12 principal for 5 years and superintendent for another 5 years. Mac started out as the assistant football coach and helped lead the 1973 team that won the eight-man state championship. The following season, he was promoted to the head coach position and coached a combined 13 years. As a result of his team's achievements, he was recognized as Coach of the Year by many publications four different seasons. He was also a coach for the inaugural 8-Man All-Star Game in 1986. Also during his time in Rolla, he coached basketball, track and summer baseball ranging from T-ball to American Legion. Mac was always an athlete and took great pride in his ability to play and coach a variety of sports. He influenced the lives of many young men who had the opportunity to call him "Coach Plummer." In 2004, Mac and Gerry retired and made their home in Kingfisher, Okla. In retirement, he spent most of his time golfing, fishing and hunting. One of his greatest joys in life was spending time spoiling his 5 grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Gerry of Kingfisher; two sons: Zac and wife Chelsi of Amarillo, Texas, and Chad and wife Becky of Manhattan, Kan; four brothers: Vernon and wife Connie of Houston, Texas, Tom and wife Elaine of Scottsdale, Ariz., Jerry and wife Gay Lynn of Houston, Texas, and Buddy and wife Linda of Broken Arrow, Okla.; 5 grandchildren: Emerson, Riley, Alexander, Madelyn and Leah. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 21, at First United Methodist Church in Kingfisher and burial was in the Kingfisher Cemetery. (Submitted by family)

The funeral services for Charles "Marvin" May, 87, of Enid, will be 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, in the Central Christian Church chapel. Revs. John McLemore and Don Johnson and Chaplain Donald W. Ailsworth will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrange-ments are by Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. He was born Jan. 20, 1922, in Hitchco*ck to Jesse L. and Emma (Voth) May and died Dec. 17, 2009, in Golden Oaks Nursing Home. He attended local schools in Hitchco*ck and graduated with the class of 1940. He enlisted in the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1942, serving as an aviation machinist. He was stationed in Norman, Norfolk, Va., and Barbers Point, Territory of Hawaii. He was honorably discharged in November 1945. He married Betty Lou Miller July 19, 1947, in Ardmore. The couple made their home in Enid, where he worked as a salesman for Sears, Thomas Furniture Store and Loomis Furniture. He was a member of Central Christian Church and AMBUCS, where he was heavily involved in Trykes for Tots. He was a volunteer for Integris Bass home health program. He was preceded in death by his wife, two brothers and one sister. Survivors include one daughter, Micki Lynn Michael of Lebanon, Ill.; one son, Charles "Doug" May of Enid; and five grandchildren. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Central Christian Church. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.enidwecare.com.

The funeral services for Charles "Marvin" May, 87 year-old Enid resident will be 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 21, 2009, at Central Christian Church Chapel. The Revs. John Mc-Lemore and Don John-son and Donald W. Ailsworth, chaplain, will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Ceme-tery under the direction of Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. He was born Jan. 20, 1922, in Hitchco*ck, Oklahoma, in his grandmother's home to Jesse L. and Emma (Voth) May and died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2009, in Golden Oaks Nursing Home. He attended local schools in Hitchco*ck and graduated there with the class of 1940. After school, he enlisted in the United States Naval Reserves in 1942, serving as an aviation machinist. He was stationed in Norman, OK, Norfolk, Virginia and Barbers Point, Territory of Hawaii. He was honorably discharged in November of 1945. He returned to Enid and on July 19, 1947, he married Betty Lou Miller in Ardmore, OK. The couple made their home in Enid where he worked as a salesman for Sears, the Thomas Furniture Store until the family sold the business, and then at Loomis Furniture. He was a member of Central Christian Church for many years. He was a member of AMBUCS, and was heavily involved in Trykes for Tots. He was also a volunteer for Bass Hospital in the Home Health Program. He loved to ride his horses and attend rodeos. He liked to spend time with his grandchildren and attend their various events. He was the oldest rider to lead the horses in the 2007 Cherokee Strip Parade. He is survived by his daughter, Micki Lynn Michael, of Lebanon, Illinois and son, Charles "Doug" May and wife Dawn of Enid; five grandchildren, Matthew, Marissa, Charles, Margaret and Molly; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; two brothers and one sister. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Central Christian Church. Condolences may be made to the family at www.enidwecare.com. (Paid Obit 12-20-1)

LIPPS, Charles T. "Papa Torry," 84, Enid. Service pending with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.

The funeral for Reuel Christopher "R.C." Parrish, 98, of Enid, will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009, at Emmanuel Baptist Church. The Rev. Wade Burleson will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are by Henninger-Hinson Funeral Home. He was born Dec. 25, 1910, in Marlow to William Matthew and Mattie Parrish and died Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009. He attended Bethany Public Schools and Bethany Peniel College, where he was part of the collegiate gospel quartet for two years. He married Lillian Martha Vawter Aug. 4, 1934. She died in 1966. He married Sara Fleming Boll in 1966. He sold Electrolux vacuum cleaners and then worked for Jewel T. Co. During World War II, he moved to California and worked for Doug-las Aircraft Co., later transferring to the Midwest City plant (now known as Tinker Air Force Base). He worked for George E. Failing Co. in Enid and then Hans Gruner Rock Bit Company in Ponca City. He started Central Machine and Tool Co. in 1951 and it later became Parrish Enterprises Ltd. with five subsidiaries and 14 warehouses for PT Coupling Co. He was a member of Enid Lions Club, life member of Salvation Army Board and longtime member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Sara; four children, Jerry Parrish of Hennessey, Jan Bergin of Richmond, Va., James R. Parrish of Enid and Linda Parrish of Oklahoma City; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Salvation Army of Enid. Condolences may be made to www.enidwecare.com.

The funeral for Samuel "Sam" L. Chrisman, 98, of Enid, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Henninger-Allen Chapel. Leslie Busbee, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. He was born Jan. 2, 1910, in Beaver to Nova Lee and Ethel Husted Chrisman and died Saturday, March 15, 2008, at his home. He worked as a shop worker and welder. He was deferred from military service to work in the shipyard in San Francisco as a welder. He moved to Idaho for 15 years, returning to Enid in 1963. He retired from Westinghouse/Failing. He played guitar and sang at the senior center. He was a member of Church of God and the steel workers union. Surviving are four daughters, Ida Penn of Dixon, Ill., Obera Hipkins of Dallas, Virgie Mittelman of Horse Creek, Calif., and Alberta Pfaff of Marietta; one son, Robert Chrisman of Enid; one sister, Zula Pellow of Enid; one brother, L. D. Chrisman of Nowata; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, seven sisters and five brothers. Memorials may be made through the funeral home to Hospice Circle of Love. Condolences may be made online at www.enidwecare.com.

Funeral services for Samuel "Sam" L. Chrisman, 98-year-old Enid resident, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Henninger-Allen Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Leslie Busbee officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Family visitation will be 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at Henninger-Allen Funeral Home. Sam was born Jan. 2, 1910, in Beaver, Oklahoma, the son of Nova Lee Chrisman and Ethel (Husted) Chrisman and died Saturday, March 15, 2008, at his home. He worked as a shop worker and welder all of his life. Sam was deferred from military service to work in the ship yard in San Francisco as a welder. Sam moved to Idaho for 15 years and returned to Enid in 1963 and retired from Westinghouse/Failing at age 65. He was an avid guitar player and singer where he played and sang at the Senior Center and family gatherings for years. Sam was a member of Church of God and the Steel Workers Union. Sam is survived by four daughters, Ida Penn of Dixon, IL, Obera Hipkins of Dallas, TX, Virgie Mittelman of Horse Creek, CA, Alberta Pfaff and her husband Alfred of Marietta, OK; one son, Robert Chrisman and his wife Mary of Enid, OK; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Zula Pellow of Enid, OK; one brother, L.D. Chrisman of Nowata, OK; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Naomi Ruth Chrisman; seven sisters; and five brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Circle of Love with Henninger-Allen Funeral Home acting as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made online at www.enidwecare.com. (Paid Obit 3-18-1)

The funeral for Douglas L. "Sonny Boy" Smith Jr., 54, of Buffalo, will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008 at First United Methodist Church, Buffalo. Burial will be in High Point Cemetery. Arrangements are by Wilkinson Funeral Service, Buffalo. He was born Aug. 12, 1953 in Leveland, Texas, to Emma Lucille and Douglas Lee Smith Sr. and died Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008 in Norman. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Buffalo. Surviving are his mother, Emma Smith of Buffalo; four sisters, Jean Kuhn of Glencoe, Janet Dingemanse of Longview, Wash., Marcine Stuker of Suisun, Calif., and Linda Crouch of Buffalo. He was preceded in death by his father.