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Janay Leewaine John Due - July 02, 1937 - June 17, 2022

Departed: 06/17/2022 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Janay Leewaine John Due, born in Grandfield, Oklahoma, on July 2, 1937, passed away peacefully June 17, 2022, at Comanche County Hospital. Born to J.L. and Marewaine John of Grandfield, Janay was the oldest of three daughters.

After growing up in Grandfield and graduating in 1955, Janay married Cletus Due, on October 24, 1955. They had two children, Ranay and James Lowell. Cletus’s job with Halliburton took them north to Colorado, Nebraska, and finally to Rock Springs, Wyoming. After Ranay graduated in 1975, they moved back to Grandfield to begin their lifelong dream of farming with her parents. After Cletus preceded her in death in 1999, she continued farming until 2006. She loved the land so much that her daughter called her Scarlett O’Hara.

Janay was a caring and compassionate member of the Grandfield community until her passing. She loved serving her church, Grandfield First United Methodist Church, in many capacities: playing the piano every Sunday, coordinating children’s choir and special programs, organizing funeral dinners, ordering Sunday School materials, serving on the board, decorating the sanctuary for Christmas, and preparing the weekly bulletin. She felt like God made her be the church pianist because, although she was hesitant about taking that position, He gave her the talent and confidence to play with Virnitia every Sunday. She mentored many young people through the church, and many of them lovingly refer to her as “Granny” to this day. For years, her family laughingly referred to her as the “assistant pastor” because her love for her church and her God was foremost in a long list of service.

She also served on the Grandfield Public Library Board, the Tillman County Election Board, and the Grandfield Preservation Commission, and the Grandfield Alumni Committee. She was a member of the Chapter EF of P.E.O and Black Katz, sharing her time and talent for the Miss Grandfield Pageant. Her philanthropy, her servant heart, her positivity, and her love for church and community made her life rich indeed.

Janay was passionate about her life and the people in it. She loved her family fiercely and loved being with them. Everything was “fun” for her: digging old bottles in the dump, finding fossils and rocks, plowing, fishing, shopping, mowing—and more fun if family or friends were involved. Janay had many friends, and she often spoke of how fortunate she had been, all her life, to have these treasured friendships. They loved her, and she loved them back with some unseen force that bound them together. Many of them, from all seasons of her life, became like family. Hardworking, committed, driven, and determined, Janay was undaunted by any task, crawling up on her mother’s roof at age 83 to repair it and always creating ways to perform difficult tasks—without asking anyone for help. She always had a project: refinishing furniture, sewing, doing craftwork, gardening, researching genealogy, baking cakes and cookies (always to share!), collecting antiques, and compiling information for church and community tasks. She completed all these tasks for the benefit of others and loved adding glitter and sequins wherever she could! She was a woman of many talents: she could farm, paint, sew, and build everything from baby doll beds to a ramp for her shed. She may have been a little stubborn, but as Amy said, “She was a perfect example of how a Christian was SUPPOSED to live her life—serving God and serving others.”

Janay is survived by her daughter, Ranay Thompson and her husband Steve of Oklahoma City; her grandson Brett Alcorn, his son Mason and daughter Kylie of Moore; her granddaughter Whitney (Alcorn) Fellers, her husband Matthew and daughters Emma and Hadley (and Baby Fellers due January, 2023) of Edmond; her grandson Justin Due and girlfriend Emily Neely of Altus; her step-grandson Cole Thompson; her sister Janita Mahoney and her husband Jerry of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; her sister Jimianne John of Plano, Texas; her nephew John Mahoney and his wife Stephanie of Philadelphia; her great nephew Matthew Mahoney of Madison, Wisconsin; her adopted granddaughter, Amanda (McCombs) Huston, her husband Brady and daughter Kennedy; and a host of beautiful friends. She was preceded in death by her son James Lowell Due, her parents J.L. and Marewaine John, and her only love, Cletus Due.

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Larry Don Morton - June 20, 1948 - May 14, 2022

Departed: 05/14/2022 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Celebration of Life for Larry Don Morton will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at First United Methodist Church in Grandfield, Oklahoma with Rev. Daryl Perry officiating.

Services are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 25 at Gray Funeral Home.

Larry Don Morton passed away on May 14, 2022 at his home in Oklahoma City at the age of 73. He was born June 20, 1948 in Grandfield, OK to Oscar Bradley and Mabel Elizabeth (Eaton) Morton.

Larry grew up in Grandfield and graduated from Grandfield High School in 1967. Larry worked as a newspaper typesetter at the Lawton Constitution. He later began a career as a truck driver working many years for Dolese and was a truck owner/operator and contractor with Minick Materials at the time of his death.

Larry married Rebecca Elaine Freeman in Grandfield on August 2, 1969, and they were married for 52 years. They lived in Grandfield, Lawton, Walters, Elk City, Marlow, and Oklahoma City.

He is survived by his wife Rebecca; his daughters Emily McDaniel of Arlington, TX and Jennifer Morton of Oklahoma City; and 4 grandsons John and William McDaniel and Landen and Lennox Price-Morton.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jimmy Morton; and sisters Betty Croft, Sue Morrow, and Joyce Ross.

Memorial donations may be made to the Grandfield First United Methodist Church.

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Domingo Lopez Montes - August 04, 1932 - January 24, 2022

Departed: 01/24/2022 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral service for Domingo Lopez Montes, 89, of Yukon, Oklahoma  will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Grandfield in Grandfield, Oklahoma with Pastor Gonzalo Zamarron officiating.

Domingo passed away on January 24th, 2022 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Burial will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, Grandfield, OK.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Visitation will be 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2022 at the funeral home.

Domingo was born on August 4, 1932 in Acuna Mexico. His parents were Rafael Montes and Onastocia Lopez. Domingo enjoyed playing baseball in Mexico as a young man. Domingo married his first wife having four children. Julio Rubio, Elias Rubio, Pablo Rubio and Silvia Rubio. In 1973 he married his second wife Rosantina Montes and had two more children Rafael Montes and Rolando Montes, plus five step-children, Luis Franco, Oralia Franco, Francisco Franco, Alondra Fabela, Guadalupe Franco. In 1987 he became a US citizen. Domingo found his calling as a Farmer in Grandfield, Oklahoma. Until he retired in the early 2000. He then moved in with his son Rolando Montes and his daughter-in-law Viviana Montes in Yukon, Oklahoma.

He is survived by four siblings, several, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other loving family members.

He is preceded in death by wife Rosantina Montes, his son Julio Rubio, stepdaughter Oralia Franco, grandson Bailey Montes and several of his siblings.

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Karen Sue Ibarra - January 09, 1957 - January 23, 2022

Departed: 01/23/2022 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: A Celebration of life for Karen Sue Ibarra (Sue) will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, Oklahoma.

Karen Sue Ibarra passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2022, at home from complications of a recent cancer diagnosis.

Sue was born Karen Sue McAlister on January 9, 1957, to Charlene (Taylor) McAlister and Onnie McAlister at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Karen was known as Sue to her closest friends and family. Karen was a faithful homemaker to her partner of 14 years, Buddy Baskett. Karen and Buddy lived in Grandfield, Oklahoma, where they enjoyed a peaceful country life alongside her dogs Onnie and Trip and donkey Festus. Karen took great pride in her family, grandkids, and great-grandkids. She would often post pictures of them, doting about how much she loved them. Karen was a woman of faith and a follower of Jesus Christ.

Karen is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Kathy Asberry; brother-in-law, Steven Ronio; and nephews, Michael Ronio and Demetrius Newsom.

Karen is survived by her son, David Ingle; daughter, Caroline Ingle; grandkids, Dylan, Raley and Riley Ingle, Samantha Tilley and Brent Tilley; sisters, Donna Ronio, Jackie Ronio, Janice Wright, Patti Bredermeier-Marrin; brother, Kevin Anderson and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. On Saturday, February 5, 2022, services will be held at 2 P.M. in Grandfield, Oklahoma, at Gray Funeral Home 202 2nd St. Grandfield, Oklahoma 73546.

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Jerry Lynn Josefy, Sr. - February 24, 1939 - December 28, 2021

Departed: 12/28/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Graveside service for Jerry Lynn Josefy, Sr, 82, of Grandfield, Oklahoma will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, Grandfield, Oklahoma with Pastor Dwight Parker of the Grandfield Church of Christ officiating.

Mr. Josefy passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at his home in Grandfield.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home.

Jerry was born on February 24, 1939 in Grandfield, Oklahoma to Albert and Mary Alice (Due) Josefy. He grew up in Grandfield where he graduated from high school and worked as an auto mechanic for over 50 years.  He worked for Parton Garage for about 10 years before owning and operating his own shop. He farmed, raised cattle, and enjoyed gardening.  Jerry married Donna O'Keefe on February 9, 1960 and she passed away on March 17, 2018. Jerry served on the Grandfield Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years.

He is survived by his son and daughter in law, Jerry Lynn Josefy, Jr and Carla Josefy, of Grandfield, OK; his brother and sister in law, Ronnie and Mary Josefy, of Grandfield, OK; his grandchildren, Brian Josefy, of Grandfield, OK and Amanda Hale and husband, Lu, of Lawton, OK; his great granddaughter, Zoe hale; and his nephews, Tyler Josefy and Todd Josefy.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Donna; and his brother, Kenneth Josefy.

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Judy Irene Gent - July 25, 1946 - December 01, 2021

Departed: 12/01/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Graveside service for Judy Irene Gent, 75,  of Grandfield, OK will be Monday, December 6, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery

Internment will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, Grandfield, OK Services are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home Grandfield, OK.

Mrs. Gent passed away December 1st, 2021 in Wichita Falls, TX.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday, December 6, 2021 at Gray Funeral Home 202 W. 2nd Street Grandfield, OK 73546.

Judy was born July 25th, 1946 in Walters, Oklahoma to the late Jewel Henry Hayes and Judean (Dale) Hayes. She attended school in Randlett, OK. She married John Gent on August 4, 1971 in Randlett, OK, to which they stayed married for 31 years. She was a lover of little dogs, and enjoyed being around people.

Mrs. Gent is survived by her partner of 19 years Charlie Cherry of the home; sons, Jerald Gent(Diane) of Grandfield, OK, Allen Gent(Marasri) of Fort Worth, TX; brother, Timmy Hayes(Sabrina) of Randlett, OK; sisters, Linda Hayes Barbour of Waurika, OK, Vickie Hayes Bradford(Robert) of Mineral Wells, TX; grandchildren, Kayla Quistin(Javier), Brittney Reis, Justin Gray, Chance Boulware, Cindy Wilkerson, Jerad and Dillen Gent and 3 great grandchildren.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ret USAF John Gent, brother, Jerry Dale Hayes.

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Joe Edd Cook, Sr. - April 15, 1935 - November 14, 2021

Departed: 11/14/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral service for Joe Edd Cook, Sr., 86, of Grandfield, OK will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Grandfield with Joe Cook, Jr, officiating.

Burial will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Mr. Cook passed away on November 14, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.    Joe Edd was born April 15, 1935 in Grandfield, Oklahoma to James W. Cook and Nora Lee (Williams) Cook, He grew up in Grandfield where he attended school. He married Anna Lee Hartsell May 28, 1955. Joe served in the United States Air Force from 1955-1959. He worked civil service as an Aircraft Electronic Technician, retiring after 32 years of dedicated service.

Joe Edd was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Jimmie Lee Briscoe; his brother, Demoin Cook; and his very best friend, Lee Woods.   He is survived by his wife, Anna Lee Hartsell Cook; his daughter, Debra Ann Mclain and husband Randy; his son, Joe Edd Cook Jr. and wife, Lynette; his grandchildren, Donette Coker and husband, Ben, Adrian Mclain, Jordan Mclain and wife, Heather, and Natalie Cook; his great grandchildren, Zeke, Eli, and Emma Coker, Selbie and Randlee Mclain, Annie, Max Oliver, and Gus Mclain, and a host of other loving family and friends.

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Debra "Debbie" Renee Criswell - August 08, 1958 - November 07, 2021

Departed: 11/07/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Memorial service for Debra "Debbie" Renee Criswell, 63, of Wichita Falls, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m. on  Friday, November 19, 2021 at Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, Oklahoma.

Ms. Criswell passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 in Wichita Falls, Texas.

Debbie was born on August 8, 1958 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Harlan and Virginia (Sanders) Bruce. She grew up in Wichita Falls, Texas and attended school in Burkburnett, Texas. She married Phillip Criswell on March 7, 1980. She was a homemaker. She did the rodeo circuit with her husband, Phillip as she barrel raced and he was a bull rider. Phillip passed away August 22, 2012. Her laugh was contagious and she adored her grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Alisha Criswell and Eric Works, of Grandfield, OK; her step children, Heath Criswell and wife, Judy, of Weatherford, TX and Brett Criswell, Henrietta, TX; her mother, Virginia Bruce, of Wichita Falls, TX; her siblings; her grandchildren, Jintry, Josey, Carlee, Rayson, Carson, Abby, and Madie.

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Santiago Marin, Jr. - July 10, 1959 - September 25, 2021

Departed: 09/25/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Santiago Marin Jr., 62, of, Randlett  Oklahoma will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Devol with Reverend  Justin Cardwell officiating.

Mr.  Marin went to rest on the morning of September 25th, 2021, in his home in Randlett.

Interment will be in the Devol Cemetery, Devol, Oklahoma under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Viewing and visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Santiago was born on July 10th, 1959, in Jimenez, Mexico to Santiago and Isidra Marin. He moved to Oklahoma where he made a wonderful life for himself and his family, working with Steve Harrison for 23 years and Harvey Doty for 25 years raising cattle and farming. He married Sara on August 25th, 2021. Santiago was a family man and loved going to any and all family events and being his grandchildren's number one fan at ball games. He enjoyed going to rodeos and riding his horses. He was a blessing to his family and will be lovingly missed.

Mr. Marin is survived by his wife, Sara E. Marin, three sons Antonio Marin of Randlett, Jimmy Marin of Devol, and Alex Marin of Randlett; one daughter, Melissa Dominguez of Burkburnett, one son in law Jose Dominguez; three daughter in laws Laura Mcneese, Becca Marin, and Kylee Jackson; four step sons Rolando Alvarado, Francisco Alvarado, Mel Alvarado, and Jose Alvarado; three brothers Hilario, Sergio, and Heriberto Marin; two sisters, Amelia and Leticia; and 23 grandchildren.

He is preceded, by his father, and grandparents.

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Gary Daryl Watson - May 20, 1962 - September 20, 2021

Departed: 09/20/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Gary Daryl Watson is from Randlett, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be held at Gray Funeral Home Chapel in Grandfield, Oklahoma.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 22 at 4-7pm for all friends and family in the Gray Funeral Home chapel. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 23 at 2pm in the Gray Funeral Home chapel. Following service there will be a graveside burial at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery.

Gary was born to Glenda Kay (Riley) Dyer and Kenneth Merle Watson in Frederick, Oklahoma on May 20, 1962. Glenda remarried later to Clarence Rex Dyer April 14, 1963 in Wichita Falls, Texas. On September 20, 2021, Gary departed this life in Wichita Falls on at the age of 59 years and 4 months.

Gary grew up in Grandfield, Oklahoma but later moved to Randlett, Oklahoma, June of 1980, with his parents and siblings. He graduated class of 1981 of Big Pasture High. During this time he met Arie Sue Sales began dating and married on January 4, 1982 in Wichita Falls, Texas and to the union 3 daughters were born. Gary loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Gary worked many hard jobs from a young age, up until he wasn't able to physically work anymore. But he would agree his most challenging and stressful job would be himself being the only man in the house of four girls for many years.

Gary is preceded in death by his fathers, Clarence Dyer and Kenneth Watson. His daughter’s mother, Arie Watson. A granddaughter, Hannah Turner. A brother, Daniel Watson and a sister, Kenya Davis. A brother-in-law, Chuck Wright.

Survivors include his mother, Glenda Dyer of Grandfield, Oklahoma. Three daughters Angela and Paul Turner of Randlett, Oklahoma; Jacquelyn Watson of Randlett, Oklahoma; Savanna and husband, Wesley Griffin, of Dean, Texas. His brothers Tony and wife Lisa Dyer of Decatur, Texas; Donald Watson of Wichita Falls, Texas. His sisters Cindy Dyer of Iowa Park, Texas and Nancy Wright of Wichita Falls, Texas. 7 grandchildren Timothy Turner, Mackenzie Turner, Anthony Watson, Gunner Griffin, Natalee Plowick, Cannon Griffin and Johnathon Plowick, and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Caitlin Ester Rodriguez - August 10, 1991 - September 19, 2021

Departed: 09/19/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Caitlin Ester Rodriguez, 30, of Walters, Oklahoma will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Grandfield with Pastor Kevin Caskey officiating.

Miss Rodriguez passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021 in Wichita Falls, Texas.

Viewing will be Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at Gray Funeral Home Grandfield, Oklahoma.

Caitlin was born August 10, 1991 in Lawton, Oklahoma to Fidencio and Annette (Neift) Rodriguez. She grew up in Grandfield, Oklahoma and attended school at Walters, She loved spending time with her family, especially her sister Cielo Rodriguez. She enjoyed playing games, puzzles and occasionally enjoyed a little gambling.

Caitlin is survived by her father and step-mother Fidencio and Laura Rodriguez; brothers J.R. Rodriguez and Dominick Rodriguez; stepbrother Paul Rivas; sisters, Cielo Rodriguez and Skyliana Dominguez, Leslie Delgado and Gardenia Rodriguez; step-sister Tiffany Toth; numerous other loving family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Annette Rodriguez, brother Joel Rodriguez and both maternal and paternal grandparents.

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Lora Jane Garcia - April 26, 1961 - September 06, 2021

Departed: 09/06/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral service for Lora Jane Garcia, 60, of Grandfield, Oklahoma will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, Oklahoma with Pastor Ronnie Morgan of Deepwater Ministries officiating.

Mrs. Garcia passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 in Altus, Oklahoma.

Burial will be at Grandfield at Memorial Cemetery.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a special visitation for family and friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Lora was born on April 26, 1961 in Frederick, Oklahoma to George and Patricia (Higginbotham) Morgan. She grew up in Grandfield where she attended school, graduating from Grandfield High School. She worked for Fed X for 10 years and later was a homemaker. She married Jason Garcia on July 2, 2002 in Hickory, North Carolina.

She is survived by her husband, Jason, of the home; her children and their spouses, Jermy and Ana Hinkle, of Emporia, Kansas, Robert and Rachel Hinkle of Grandfield, OK, and Morgan an LC Stewart, of Lawton, OK and JJ and Bishaka Garcia, of Irving, TX; her siblings and their spouses, Becky and Chuck Pirtle, of Frederick, OK, Brenda and Bill Garcia, of Grandfield, OK  and Ronnie and Sheila Morgan, of Frederick, OK, 13  grandchildren; 11 nieces and nephews; 26 great nieces and great nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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William Mark Miller - March 02, 1948 - August 21, 2021

Departed: 08/21/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: William Mark Miller was born in Wichita Falls, TX to William Henry and Charlsa Bishop Miller on March 2, 1948, as the last of four kids. He grew up in Grandfield, OK and graduated as the Valedictorian of the GHS Class of 1966.  From there, he headed for Stillwater, OK, to follow in his father’s footsteps to attend Oklahoma State University.  While attending Oklahoma State University, he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity, held office in the Block and Bridal Club, Blue Key Club and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science in 1970. Mark was a member of the Oklahoma State University Meat Judging Team throughout college, where he traveled across the country representing OSU.  Some of Mark’s fondest college memories and stories were made during his time at AGR and judging trips while on the “meats team” at Oklahoma State University. Throughout college, Mark worked at the OSU Swine Facility. When he was not busy with academics, fraternity life and the judging team, Mark spent his summers selling Bible books across the Southern United States for Southwestern Company, where he earned “top salesman” honors and paid his way through college.

Mark married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Johnnie June Reid, on December 20th, 1969, at the First Baptist Church of Grandfield, OK. They made their home in Ponca City, Oklahoma, where he worked for Rodeo Meats in Ark City, KS then on to Wilson’s Company in Oklahoma City, OK, also earning recognition and promotions for his vision, leadership and interpersonal skills during this tenure with both companies.  In 1975, Mark and Johnnie moved back to their hometown of Grandfield, to continue the Miller family legacy of farming and ranching, which was what he always desired to do. Mark spent his entire life in agriculture and loved working with cattle and the land on the family farms in both Tillman and Cotton counties.  Mark raised his two children, Monica Leigh and Jonathan Mark Miller in Grandfield, OK along with his two nephews, James and Henry Reid.  Mark was a devoted husband and father.  Mark has been described by all who truly knew him, especially his wife and children, as “the greatest man they ever knew”.

Mark’s grandchildren describe him as their mentor, role model for life and a true Godly example.  He loved them fiercely with all he had.  Miller, his oldest and his namesake encouraged his Papa Mark to start a cow calf herd that is part of the ranch today.  Myah gave names to all of the bulls in the herd, and she always held a special place in her Papa’s heart.  Londi loved to see her Papa’s face in the crowd at her productions and baby Emmy learned to love the cows and the land because of her Papa Mark.  Proverbs 17:6, tells us that “Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of the children is their fathers”.  Mark Miller lived this scripture in real time throughout his life.  We know Mark has a glorious crown in Heaven, and he brought glory and happiness to all who had the privilege to truly know his heart during his time on this earth.

Mark was a committed servant to his personal Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He committed his life to Christ when he was only 5 years old at the First Baptist Church in Grandfield, OK, where he attended throughout his youth.  Thereafter, he served in many capacities throughout his life at the First Baptist Church of Burkburnett, TX; including but not limited to, Deacon Body member, Chairman of the Deacon Body, Pastor Search Committee member, Youth Handbell Leader, Church Choir member and soloist and has taught Adult Sunday School since he joined the church in 1975.  Mark faithfully served the Lord and loved his church family with all of his heart.

William Mark Miller met his Lord and Savior with a smile on his face as he entered through the majestic gates of Heaven on August 21st, 2021, while doing the work he loved to do most in his life: working cattle on the family farm. Mark is survived by his wife, Johnnie June Reid of Grandfield, OK, his daughter, Monica Miller Collison and her husband John of Edmond, OK, his son- Jonathan Mark Miller of Edmond, OK, James Reid and his wife Cassie of Trophy Club, TX and Hank Reid of Hollywood, CA his grandchildren - Miller and Myah Wilke of Edmond, OK, Londi Reid of Wichita Falls, TX and Emmy Reid of Trophy Club, TX, his sister Charla Beth Parker and her husband Larry of Alva, OK,  sisters-in-law Kathy Baughman of Grandfield, OK and Gwen Adams and her husband DD of Randlett, OK, along with multiple nieces and nephews.  Mark was predeceased by his father and mother, William Henry and Charlsa Bishop Miller of Grandfield, OK, his brother David Douglas Miller of Springfield, MO and his sister, Verta Laura Smith of Penrose, CO.

A celebration of Mark’s life is scheduled for 1:00 pm this Friday, August  27th, 2021, at the First Baptist Church in Burkburnett, TX, with graveside services to follow at the Grandfield Cemetery. Funeral Services are being handled by Gray Funeral Home of Grandfield, OK. A family visitation is scheduled for Thursday evening, August 26th from 6-8 pm at Gray Funeral Home in Grandfield, OK.

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Margaret Fay Witt - August 02, 1937 - July 25, 2021

Departed: 07/25/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Fay (Montgomery) Witt, 83, went to be with our Lord on July 25, 2021.  Services will be at 2:00 pm Thursday July  29th  at the Grandfield United Methodist Church with visitation from 5-7 pm Wednesday at the Grandfield Funeral Home.

Margaret was born in Yukon, Oklahoma on August 2, 1937 to James Dewitt Montgomery and Essie Fay (Holcomb) Montgomery. She grew up and graduated high school in Grandfield where she met the love of her life, Charles Tillman Witt, Jr.  They married on May 15, 1955.  They lived most of their early years in Garland, Texas before moving back to Grandfield.  Margaret worked for the Grandfield School System and was very active in the Grandfield United Methodist Church.  She had a well deserved reputation as an excellent cook, especially baking, where she had won contests.  She was a very gifted seamstress and in leaner times made her children’s clothes.  She was a self taught musician who could play nearly any instrument. She was a good friend to many, especially with Janay Due, who was her oldest and dearest friend.  Anyone who knew her could tell you that she was as kind as she was beautiful.  She was the perfect daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who the kids affectionately called Meme.  She will be missed terribly until we meet again.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Charles.  She is survived by four children, Doni Witt of Grandfield, Ok., Mark Witt and wife Gay Ann of Mobile, Al., Cindy Jacks and husband James of Grandfield, Ok., and Leslie Stovall and husband Mike of Graham, Tx.  She is also survived by two sisters and a brother, Jean Ann Bolton and husband Bobby, Betty Hendricksen and husband Lowell and a Jim Montgomery and wife Gizelle.  She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

We would like to thank all the nurses, Hospice and Tiffany Jacks who loved and  cared for her during her last few months.

If desiring, memorials can be made to the Grandfield United Methodist Church or Hospice of Lawton, Ok.

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Theophelius Martin - July 22, 1954 - July 16, 2021

Departed: 07/16/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Theophelius Martin.

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Albert R. Hernandez - April 16, 1962 - July 13, 2021

Departed: 07/13/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Albert R. Hernandez, 59, of Grandfield, OK passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021 in Lawton, OK.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the First Baptist Church in Grandfield, OK with Dwight Parker, officiating.

Interment will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gray Funeral Home.

Viewing and visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 16, 2021 at Gray Funeral Home Chapel.

Albert R. Hernandez was born April 16, 1962 in Frederick, OK to Richard B. and Elvia (Ramirez) Hernandez Sr. He lived in Grandfield all of his life and graduated from Grandfield High School in 1981. Albert did farm work and also worked at Metzler's, the Grandfield Sock Factory, for Tillman County, and for Superior Pallet Company. He loved fishing, hunting, gardening, collecting antiques and knives, and woodworking. Albert was an avid pool player and loved to sing karaoke.

Survivors include his brother, Richard R. Hernandez Jr. and his wife, Araceli, of Frederick; his sister, Lucy Gomez of Grandfield; his nieces, Nora, Martha, April, Viviana, Jade, and Jaci; and his great nephew, Easton.

Albert is preceded in death by his parents, Richard B. and Elvia (Ramirez) Hernandez Sr., and his sister, Anita Gardener.

Memorial contributions may be made to U.S. Renal Care (Sooner Dialysis), 924 SW 38th St., Lawton, OK.

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Billy Marvin Witt - April 19, 1931 - July 07, 2021

Departed: 07/07/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral service, with Masonic Rites, for Billy Marvin Witt, 90, of Lawton will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 12, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Grandfield with Rev. Micky Miller officiating.

Mr. Witt passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in Lawton.

Burial with full military honors will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, Grandfield, Oklahoma.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, Oklahoma.

There will be a special viewing and visitation for family and friends on Sunday, July 11, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Bill was born on April 19, 1931 in Grandfield, Oklahoma. His parents were Jesse Garland and Juanita (Fritze) Witt. He graduated from Loveland High School in 1948. Bill joined the United States Air Force on January 14, 1949 and served his country during the Korean War and the Vietnam War, receiving many awards and medals. He retired from the military on April 30, 1969. He served the City of Grandfield as the City Manager from March of 1985 until September of 1993. He later farmed and ranched until his passing. Bill was a member of the Grandfield Masonic Lodge #378 (Blue Lodge) where he is a past member of 50 years. He also was a 50 year member and 33rd Degree Mason with the Guthrie Consistery, Gutherie, Oklahoma (Scottish Rite). He was past master and perpetual member of Tachikawa, Japan Masonic Lodge (Blue Lodge) and a India Temple Shriner. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Grandfield.

He is survived by his sons, Tony A. Witt, of Burlson, TX, Michael D. Witt, of Joshua, TX, and Mitchel R. Witt, of Grandfield, OK; his daughters, Debra R. Josefy, of Houston, TX, Michelle L. Naramor, of Grandfield, OK and Shelly L. Witt, of Grandfield, OK; his sisters, Carol Williams, of Sedan, KS and Judy Burton, of Devol, OK; 17 grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Bobby Witt; and his son, Billy Witt, Jr.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma at www.mcfok.org.

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Re'Genia Brown-Allen - June 06, 1957 - July 01, 2021

Departed: 07/01/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral service for Re'Genia Brown, 64, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Grandfield.

Mrs. Brown passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2021 in Spencer, Oklahoma.

Burial will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, under the direction of Gray Funeral Home.

Re’Genia Brown-Allen was born on June 6, 1957.  Re’Genia was raised by A.G. and Julia Mae McGowan.  Re’Genia attended school at Grandfield High school.  Re’Genia graduated from Polytech high school in Fort Worth, TX in 1973.  Re’Genia married Samuel Carter in 1977, out of that union she had two daughters.  She later married Luther Brown in 1997 until his death in 2010.  Re’Genia later married Emmanuel Allen in 2020. Re’Genia held various jobs throughout her life, but her most important work, was the work she did for the Lord.  Re’Genia’s love and passion in life was to share and spread the gospel.  She witnessed God's word to everyone she met.  Showing them the love of Christ and mentoring them in the word of God. Re’Genia is survived by her husband Emmanuel Allen of Oklahoma City, OK; Daughters: Julia Carter of Oklahoma City, OK, Ma’Star (Tim) Wright of Jacksonville, FL, Michelle Brown of Oklahoma City, OK, Bernita Brown of Oklahoma City, OK and Aariqa Allen of Lincoln, NE; Brother Henry McGowan of Grandfield, OK; Sisters Debra Anderson of Lawton, OK, and Diane Harris of Dallas, TX, and a host of God children, and nieces and nephews.  Re’Genia also leave behind 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  Re’Genia was proceeded in death by her Parents A.G. and Julia Mae McGowan, Brother-William Stanfield; Sisters Margret Lee, Rosie Bell and Evetta Ann Benson; God children: Kenisha Brown and Robert Joe James III

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Michael Lee Berry - September 01, 1949 - June 06, 2021

Departed: 06/06/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Michael Lee Berry, 71, of Devol, OK will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 10, 2021 at the First Baptist Church of Devol, with Jim Antwine of Vernon, TX and Rev. Justin Cardwell, pastor of Devol First Baptist Church, officiating.

Mr. Berry passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at his home in Devol, OK.

Interment will be at Grandfield Memorial Cemetery, Grandfield, OK.  Services are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home in Grandfield.

Visitation and viewing will be Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Gray Funeral Home.  The family will be at the funeral home to greet friends and family from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2021.  Viewing will also be Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Mike was born September 1, 1949 in Wichita Falls, TX to Frank Lee Berry and Dorthie Nell (Crossland) Berry Moddie.   He grew up in Grandfield and graduated from Grandfield High School in 1968.  Mike married Shauna Sue Davidson on July 19, 1970 in Grandfield, OK.  They raised their three daughters in Burkburnett, TX and lived there until 2004.  They lived a brief stint in Sunset, TX before returning to the area to live in Devol, OK in 2012, where they have made their home. Mike worked for Carroll Fertilizer, Siemen's, and ABB Control, where he retired in 2010.  Mike could build and design just about anything with metal. He worked hard everyday of his life and loved to help others however he could.  If Mike wasn't working, he was talking.  He might not have remembered your name, but don't take offense to that, he couldn't remember his babies' names either.  You may have been Sissy, like his daughters, or Bud, but his love for all was genuine!

He is survived by his wife Shauna Sue Berry of the home; three daughters, Renee Henslee of Haslet, TX, Robin Amos and her husband, Bill of Burkburnett, TX; Lindsey Thompson and her husband, Derek of Burkburnett, TX; one brother Everett Wayne Moddie and his wife, Stacey of Burlington, KS; one sister Angie Brown and her husband, Larry of Vernon, TX; and six grandchildren Conner and Cason Henslee; Brady Amos; and Tyse, Tylee, and Taytum Thompson.

Mike was preceded in death by  his father, Frank Lee Berry, and his mother, Dorthie Nell Moddie.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Devol First Baptist Church, 900 N. Wichita St., Devol, Oklahoma.

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Betty Joyce Harrison - August 03, 1954 - June 06, 2021

Departed: 06/06/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Betty Joyce Harrison, 66, of Grandfield, OK passed away Sunday, June 6, 2021 at her home in Grandfield.

Viewing will be from 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 2021 and Saturday, June 12, 2021. Arrangements are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home in Grandfield.

Mrs. Harrison was born August 3, 1954 to Andrew and Zetty (McMillion) Harrison in Wichita Falls, TX. She grew up in Wichita Falls and graduated from Wichita Falls High School in 1970. She worked at the State Hospital in Wichita Falls and later owned an antique shop there. Betty enjoyed riding motorcycles and going to rodeos. She loved living at Lake Arrowhead. Betty liked traveling and going to the ocean. Her hobbies include crocheting and working in her flower gardens.

She is survived by her son, Heath Caudill of Wichita Falls, TX; her daughter, Valerie Shipley and James of Grandfield, OK; her brothers, Paul Harrison and Cathy of Wichita Falls, TX and Johnny Harrison of Paradise, TX; her sister, Kay Gambill of Wichita Falls, TX; her grandchildren, Hallie Taylor, Shelby Givens, Stormie Givens, Lance Givens, Justin Caudill, Sierra Caudill, and Joshua Caudill; and numerous great grandchildren.

Betty is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Zetty (McMillion) Harrison; her brother, Jimmy Harrison; and her sister, Linda Pruitt.

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Maria DeJesus Marin - June 16, 1965 - June 05, 2021

Departed: 06/05/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Maria DeJesus (Cardona) Marin, 55, of Burkburnett, TX passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 in Burkburnett, TX.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Mrs. Marin was born June 16, 1965 in Mexico to Jesus and Amelia (Navarro) Cardona. She and her family moved to Grandfield when she was 12 years old. Maria attended school in Grandfield and Manitou. She worked on the farm helping her husband with the farming operation. Maria later moved to Burkburnett, TX. She loved flowers and loved to decorate for Halloween and Christmas. She also enjoyed redecorating her house.

Maria is survived by her mother, Amelia Navarro; three sons, Antonio Marin and Laura of Randlett, OK, Santiago Marin Jr. and Becca of Devol, OK, and Alex Marin and Kylee of Randlett, OK; her daughter, Melissa Dominguez and Jose of Burkburnett, TX; her brothers, Jesus Cardona and Alicia of Randlett, OK, Carlos Cardona of Randlett, OK, and David Rivera of Wichita Falls, TX; her sisters, Lydia Velasquez and Bennie of Grandfield, OK, Linda Rodriguez and Louis of Waco, TX, Elizabeth Cardona of Wichita Falls, TX, and Josie Cardona of Wichita Falls, TX; and her grandchildren, Jaden, Jordan, Antonio, Presley, Jose Jr., Gabriella, Talia, Josielyn, Everardo, River, and Creek.

She is preceded in death by her father, Jesus Cardona.

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Lynda Diane Daugherty - November 28, 1953 - June 01, 2021

Departed: 06/01/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Lynda Diane Daugherty, 67, of Grandfield, Oklahoma, returned to Heaven on Tuesday, June 1st in Wichita Falls, Texas.   Lynda was born November 28, 1953 at Shepherd Air Force Base to Luke Daugherty and Lois Thompkins Daugherty.  She was the 2nd of 5 children. She grew up in various places, but fell in love with Mancos, Colorado.  Most of her childhood years were spent in southwestern Oklahoma, where Lynda graduated Big Pasture High School in 1972.  She later received Nursing Certification from Vernon Regional Junior College.

Lynda was a dreamer.  She loved nature and sunflowers, saw beauty in things most ignored, and could nurture any plant back to health.  Full of life, she loved people and was often said to have never met a stranger.  Eternally proud of her sons, she bragged about each of them often.  She cherished her grandchildren and will be forever remembered as Mimi – the name she loved the most.

Lynda is survived by siblings Larry Swearingen and Deni of Burkburnett, Texas, Lanny Daugherty and Jan of Wichita Falls, Texas, Shelly (Daugherty) Arnold and Dean of Winterport, Maine, and Connie (Daugherty) Hales and Wayne of Searsport, Maine; her sons Colby Platner and Jennifer of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, David Wampler and Kami of Grandfield, Oklahoma, and Micheal Wampler of Ponca City, Oklahoma; grandchildren Garrett and Easton Wampler and Hunter and Kamri Vann of Grandfield, Stone and Reagan Platner of Broken Arrow and Harlie and Hayden Wampler of Grand Prairie, Texas; and great-granddaughters Kynzlee and Emilia Wampler of Grandfield, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, nephews Joshua Swearingen and Kyle Fields.

A Celebration of Life Service for Lynda will commence at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Gray Funeral Home in Grandfield with Pastor Mickey Stephens officiating.

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Billie Ruth Dunham - February 20, 1930 - May 07, 2021

Departed: 05/07/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Billie Ruth Dunham, 91, of Grandfield, Oklahoma passed away Friday, May 7, 2021, at her home in Grandfield, OK.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 13, 2021 at The First Baptist Church in Grandfield with Rev. Tony Nickel, officiating.

Interment will be in the Grandfield Memorial Cemetery.

Services are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Mrs. Dunham was born February 20, 1930, in Grandfield, OK to Leonard H. and Lillie V. (Freeny) Moore. She attended Grandfield Schools, graduting with the Class of 1948. She attended Draughn's Business College in Wichita Falls, TX. She moved to Wichita Falls, TX in August 1948. Ruth married Richard E. Dunham December 6, 1949 in Wichita Falls, Tx. She moved back to Grandfield in August, 1968. Mrs. Dunham was a member of The First Baptist Church in Grandfield. She was a member of Women on Mission and a member of the Rose Unit Garden Club in Grandfield. She was employed by Civil Service and retired in 1990, with 29 years of service. Mrs. Dunham received numerous awards for a job well done.

Survivors include her two sons, Gary Dunham and wife Debora of Grandfield, OK and Terry Dunham and wife Belenda Jane of Wichita Falls, TX; her grandchildren, T.J. Fife and husband Kevin, Rexann Houston, Callie Farris and husband Derek; Christina Dunham, Kerri Dunham; Garret Dunham and spouse Gil Dunham; great grandchildren Natalie Fife; Blake and Dalton Houston; C.J. and Conner Souther and Zoey Dunham.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard H. and Lillie V. (Freeny) Moore; her husband Richard E. Dunham; her grandson, Brian Fife, and her brother Homer Moore.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Grandfield Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 655, Grandfield, OK 73546.

Viewing hours will be from noon-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 12 , 2021, and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021.

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Esther "Tess" Lavone Bokal - November 23, 1968 - March 02, 2021

Departed: 03/02/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Esther (Tess) Lavone Bokal, age 52, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 in the comfort of her home in Maricopa, AZ. She was born November 23, 1968 in Quanah, Texas to William Russell and Dolores Wood. She loved traveling and was drawn to the salty air and golden sands of the beach. You could find her curled up on the couch during the evenings, horchata in hand and watching Hallmark movies. She was quite the fashionista, dressing trendy and styling her hair a thousand different ways. All her children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life, and she was fiercely devoted to her Savior and family. Tess possessed a kind of light, light that brought warmth and love to all those she came into contact with. You could see it when she was spending time laughing with her husband, or reading to her grandchildren, the gentle hug and soft "I love you" she would say when parting ways.  She was passionate about nursing and loved getting to help others, never once meeting a stranger, her patients always left better than when they arrived.

Left to honor Tess’ legacy and remember her love are her husband, Rick Bokal; her 8 children, Derrick (Lachelle) Freshour, Bryce (Cassandra Luna) Samuels, Demi Bokal (Dylan Monteith), Hope Samuels, Paige Samuels, Kaitlin (Adam) Griffin, Kaleigh Bokal, and Meagan Bokal; her 3 grandchildren, Declan Freshour, Abigail Freshour, and Easton Samuels; her siblings, Camie (Jeff) Best and Donald Sampley, and her father William Russell. Tess was preceded in death by her mother, Dolores Wood, daughter Sabina Samuels, brothers Jimmy Mark and Bill Jr., and sister April Sampley.

Tess’ celebration of life service will be on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 1:00 pm, at Gray Funeral Home, 202 W 2nd, Grandfield, Oklahoma. Public visitation will be held beforehand from 10:00-1:00 pm. Burial will follow at the Devol Cemetery, in Devol, Oklahoma.

Tess will be remembered for her beautiful soul, always impacting every life she came into contact with. She models for us now, the contentment found only in Christ Jesus, living as a daughter of the most high King in eternity forever.

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Annie Christine Crossland - December 20, 1931 - January 27, 2021

Departed: 01/27/2021 (Grandfield)

Obituary Preview: Annie Christine Crossland, 89, of Okeene, Ok, formerly of Grandfield, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 in Okeene.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 5, 2021, at the Grandfield First Baptist Church with Rev. Tony Nickel, pastor, officiating.

Burial will be at the Grandfield Memorial Cemetery.  Services are under the direction of Gray Funeral Home, Grandfield, OK.

Annie Christine (Noe) Crossland was born December 20, 1931, in Bessemer, AL to Charlie Earnest and Gladys Elvira (Goodwin) Noe. She grew up in Hopewell, AL, where she attended school.  Ann never had children of her own, but she was a mother to many of her nieces and nephews.  She married Lloyd Crossland in 1971 in Watonga, OK.  Ann owned and operated restaurants in Watonga and Grandfield for many years.  When she didn't own a restaurant, she was employed by other restaurants.  Ann loved to bake and was known for her peanut butter cakes.

Ann is survived  by  her brother in law, Lewis Allen of Bessemer, AL; her sister, Hazel "Tootsie" Martin of Bessemer, AL; her niece, Ethel "Bootsie" Howard of Watonga, OK; her great great nephew, Ricky "Bub" Petty of Grandfield, OK; and a host of other loving nieces, nephews, and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd Crossland; her brother, Roland Jack "Buddy" Noe; and her sisters, Dorothy Dickinson, Rosie Allen, and Norma Scott.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, accomplishments, and any notable achievements.

What is the purpose of an obituary?

The primary purpose of an obituary is to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing and to provide details about their life and legacy. It also serves as a way to share news of the death with a wider audience and to invite people to attend funeral or memorial services.

Who writes an obituary?

Obituaries are typically written by family members, friends, or a funeral home. In some cases, a professional obituary writer may be hired to craft the notice.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their personality, accomplishments, and charitable donations.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's preferences. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

Where are obituaries published?

Obituaries are often published in local newspapers, online obituary websites, funeral home websites, and social media platforms.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and the length of the notice. Some newspapers and online platforms offer free or low-cost options, while others may charge several hundred dollars.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, you can write your own obituary. In fact, many people choose to do so as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and in their own words.

What is a self-written obituary called?

A self-written obituary is sometimes referred to as a "living obituary" or a "personal legacy statement."

Why would someone write their own obituary?

Writing one's own obituary can be a therapeutic exercise that helps individuals reflect on their life's accomplishments and values. It can also serve as a way to leave a lasting legacy for loved ones.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, you typically need to contact the publication's obituary department directly or use their online submission form. Be prepared to provide detailed information about the deceased and payment for the notice.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. These can be recent photos or those from throughout the person's life.

What is an online obituary?

An online obituary is a digital version of a traditional printed obituary. It is typically published on a website or social media platform and can include additional features such as photos, videos, and condolence messages.

How long are online obituaries available?

The duration that an online obituary remains available varies depending on the website or platform. Some may keep them available indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period.

Can I make changes to an online obituary?

Yes, most online obituary platforms allow you to make changes or updates to the notice after it has been published.

What is a memorial website?

A memorial website is a dedicated online space where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences for the deceased. It may also include information about their life and legacy.

How do I create a memorial website?

You can create a memorial website using online platforms such as Legacy.com or MuchLoved.com. These sites provide templates and tools to help you build a personalized tribute page.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person and provides biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute that celebrates the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, it's perfectly acceptable to include humorous anecdotes or witty one-liners in an obituary. This can help capture the person's personality and spirit.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in an obituary, contact the publication or funeral home immediately. They will work with you to correct the mistakes and republish the revised notice.

Can I reprint an obituary from another source?

You may need permission from the original publisher or author to reprint an obituary from another source. Be sure to check copyright laws and obtain necessary permissions before doing so.

What if I want to keep the funeral private?

If you prefer to keep the funeral private, you can indicate this in the obituary by stating "private funeral" or "family services only." This will let friends and acquaintances know that they are not invited to attend.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, you can include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary. This allows friends and family to make contributions in memory of the deceased.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives such as Newspapers.com or GenealogyBank.com. You may also contact local libraries or genealogical societies for assistance.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an LGBTQ+ inclusive obitary?