James Modrell Price was born October 21, 1921 in Sulphur, Oklahoma, and died April 3, 2016, at the age of 94. He was one of five children born to Amos James and Winnie Baird Price. In the 1920’s the family moved to the Gotebo area. Later the Price family bought a farm three miles southeast of Cloud Chief. The children rode horses or walked to attend the Cloud Chief School. After receiving his diploma from Cloud Chief High School, he married Bessie Aldine Black in 1939. This union was blessed with three children, Peggy, Polly and Pat Price. James and Aldine lived and farmed in Cloud Chief for 53 years. James enjoyed playing basketball, baseball and dominos. He served several years on the Cloud Chief School Board. James was very instrumental in bringing rural water to Washita county by signing up many of his neighbors and serving on the water board. He traveled many miles as a rural route mail carrier. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren play sports. James was preceded in death by his wife, Aldine; his parents; two brothers, Orville and A. J. Price, Jr.; a sister, Hyawannah Ward; and stepmother, Barbara Plumlee Price. He is survived by two daughters, Peggy Sue Maddox and husband Dale, and Mary Pauline “Polly” Plummer and husband, Bob Plummer; one son, Perry Allen “Pat” Price and wife, Carol, all of Cordell, Oklahoma; six grandchildren, Charlinda Ogle of Cloud Chief, Julie Maddox of Cordell, Miechelle Krueger of Argyle, Texas, Jim Price of Cordell, Mitch Plummer of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Karrie Stockton of Hobart, Oklahoma; nine great-grandchildren, Brittani Long of Cordell, Brett, Morgen and Berkley Price of Cordell, Jamie and Jessie Stockton of Hobart, Zach and Alex Plummer of Colorado Springs, and Joni Vejsui of Edmond, Oklahoma; great-great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Long and J. D. Maddox; one sister, Auma Jean Holt; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services for James Price will be April 6, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at the Lawn view Cemetery in Cordell, Oklahoma, under the direction of Musick- Varner Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family would suggest donations be made to the Cloud Chief Fire Department. Mailing address is 315 W. 6th St., Cordell, Oklahoma 73632.

Ruemelle D. Ball, 96, of Rocky, Oklahoma, passed away March 31, 2016, in Hobart, Oklahoma. She was born on October 15, 1919, in Rocky, Oklahoma, to John Dillon and Ethel Mae (Devin) Dietrich. Ruemelle was a devout member of the Rocky Methodist Church. Her mother, Ethel, was instrumental in starting the church and was a founding member. She graduated from Rocky High School in 1937. She married Lloyd Murl Ball on August 14, 1937. He preceded her in death in 2010. Ruemelle worked for the post office in Rocky and Sentinel as Post Master before retiring after 25 years. She is survived by her sons, Larry Murl Ball and wife Dorita, Cordell, Oklahoma, and Bradley Lloyd Ball, Rocky, Oklahoma; daughter, Lynne Marie Morris, Hobart, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Brent Ball and wife Kristy, Cordell, Oklahoma, Blake Ball, Rocky, Oklahoma, Becky Hines and husband Scott, Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, Jeff Morris and Jana, Hobart, Oklahoma, Austin Ball and wife Kayla, Pueblo, Colorado, Justin Ball and wife Sarah, Canute, Oklahoma, and Blain Ball, Sentinel, Oklahoma; great-grandchildren, Dillon Ball and wife Deidra, Cordell, Oklahoma, Denton Ball and wife Ali, Amarillo, Texas, Dara Steinmetz and husband Garrett, Edmond, Oklahoma, Dalton Ball, Cordell, Oklahoma, Cameron Hines, Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, Kellen Hines, Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, Tyler Morris, Hobart, Oklahoma, Cort Morris, Hobart, Oklahoma, M'Kenzie Smith, Hobart, Oklahoma, Cayden Ball, Pueblo, Colorado, Savannah Ball, Pueblo, Colorado, Aiden Ball, Canute, Oklahoma, Jaiden Ball, Canute, Oklahoma, Alexis Ball, Canute, Oklahoma, and Jaxon Ball, Canute, Oklahoma; and great-great-grandchildren, Brenyn Ball, Blakely Ball, Brylee Ball, Kaydence Ball, and Lillie Steinmetz. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lloyd Murl Ball; four sisters, Anna Mae McKee, Harriett England, Johnie Ranfro, and Bettie Nelson; grandson, Mark Morris; great-grandchild Bellamy Ball; and her son-in-law, Jimmy Morris. Funeral services were held on Monday, April 4, 2016, at Ray and Martha’s Funeral Home Chapel, under the direction of Ray and Martha’s Funeral Home. Burial followed at the Lone Star Cemetery in Rocky, Oklahoma.

Venoy Foust, 74, of Rocky, Oklahoma, passed away March 31, 2016, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on April 26, 1941, in Cogar, Oklahoma, to Cecil and Rena (Gillis) Foust. Venoy graduated high school and later went on to marry Sarah Woodard on May 16, 1982. He was a Christian who was saved as a young man. Venoy was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He served as a Washita County Commissioner from 1974-78. Venoy was a carpenter by trade, and had worked for the city of Rocky for 20 years. He enjoyed riding and working with horses, roping, woodworking, gardening, music, and country dancing. His love for the outdoors extended to grilling in the outdoor kitchen he designed and built himself. He enjoyed his time as a volunteer at the Rocky Senior Citizens Center, and he was always willing to help anyone in need. Venoy is survived by wife, Sarah Foust of the home; one daughter, Jamie Stephens, Bengal, Oklahoma; one son, Justin Foust and wife Ellen, Bengal, Oklahoma; one granddaughter, Jessie Stephens, Bengal, Oklahoma; one sister, Lola Hart and husband Don, Rocky, Oklahoma; four brothers, Herman Foust and wife Lawanna, Eufala, Oklahoma, Earl Foust and wife Georgia, Clinton, Oklahoma, David Foust, Pensacola, Florida, and Sidney Foust, Belleville, Michigan; one brother-in-law, Ronnie Woodard, Gotebo, Oklahoma; one sister-in-law, Margaret Foust, Hobart, Oklahoma; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Rena Foust; one sister-in-law, Barbara Foust, mother-in-law, Mary Coffey; father-in-law, Bob Coffey; and one son-inlaw, Bunny Stephens. Graveside services were held on Monday, April 4, 2016, at the Odessa Cemetery, north of Gotebo, Oklahoma. Services were under the direction of Ray and Martha's Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Justin Foust, Jack Cole, Dudley Griffith, Merle Pyatt, Frank Giambalvo, and Larry Wise. Honorary Pallbearers were Mason Proffitt, Cleve Hill, Ronnie Woodard, Terry Patton, Curtis Reinke, and Paul Walker.

Curtis Alonzo Hurst, 95, passed away March 29, 2016, in Marlow, Oklahoma. He was born on February 6, 1921, in Gotebo, Oklahoma, to Oscar and Hattie Belle (Harris) Hurst. Curtis attended school in Gotebo and was saved at the age of twelve. He served his Country in the United States Army as a Artillery Gunnery Sergeant in WWII during the Battle of the Buldge. Curtis went on to graduate from OU, OSU, and SWOSU with a Master's Degree. He married Beatrice Aldridge in August of 1940, and  she preceded him in death in 2005. He later married Melba Dickerson on August 24, 2011, in El Centro, California. He was a member of the Gotebo Baptist Church. Curtis is survived by his wife Melba, of the home; son, Curtis "Merl" Hurst, of El Centro, California; sister, Phyllis Breckley, of Mountain View, Oklahoma; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Beatrice Aldridge; three brothers; and three sisters. Funeral services for Curtis Alonzo Hurst were held Friday, April 1, 2016, at the First Baptist Church in Gotebo, Oklahoma. Reverend Richard Crawford officiated. Interment followed at the Gotebo Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Ray & Martha's Funeral Home, Hobart, Oklahoma. 

Frankie Mae Steffes was born August 15, 1935, in Dill City, Oklahoma, to Mary Francis and Pete  Richard Peffer. She passed away March 29, 2016, at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the age of 80 years, 7 months and 14 days. Frankie grew up in the Dill City community and attended Dill City schools, graduating in 1953. After graduation, she was married to Donald "Jim" Steffes at St. Francis Church, south of Canute, Oklahoma, on January 10, 1956. After their marriage they moved to a few places within the Canute community before moving to the old homestead four miles west of Burns Flat, Oklahoma. In the early 60's, Frankie raised her family and was a homemaker until the late 60's when she found employment with a clothing factory in Elk City. She continued there until she went to work for Kellwood in Clinton, and remained there until she retired to care for Jim. In 1988, Frankie and Jim moved two miles northwest of Canute to make their home. Frankie enjoyed sewing, gardening and spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Frankie is survived by her three children, Pam Gardner and husband, Kelly of Elk City, Oklahoma, Troy Steffes of Canute, Oklahoma, and Lora Willems and husband Chris of Canute, Oklahoma; two grandsons, Jy Brown of Burns Flat, Oklahoma, and Brock Steffes and wife, Jamie of Burns Flat, Oklahoma; and one great-granddaughter, Malia Brown of Edmond, Oklahoma; two great-grandsons, Cache and Caden Steffes of Burns Flat, Oklahoma; one sister, Darlene Steele of Hoyt, Kansas; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Prayer vigil services were held Friday, April 1, 2016, at the Whinery-Savage Chapel, officiated by Deacon Paul Albert. Mass of Christian Burial services were held Saturday, April 2, 2016, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, officiated by Father Chinnaiah Pudota. Burial was at St. Francis Cemetery, under the direction of Whinery-Savage Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com.

Eddie J. Schmidt, 84, of Clinton, Oklahoma, passed away March 30, 2016, at his home with his family by his side. Eddie was born on June 27, 1931, to Edward and Marie (Jantzen) Schmidt in Bessie, Oklahoma. He was united in marriage to Eldeen Sawatzky on March 31, 1955, at Bessie, Oklahoma. Eddie was a member of the First Mennonite Church in Clinton, Oklahoma. He loved working with wood and was a phenomenal carpenter. Eddie built many homes throughout Clinton while working for Elk Supply for over 25 years. He was later employed at the Clinton Veteran Center for 12 years, retiring in 1996. Eddie was preceded in death by his wife, Eldeen (Sawatzky) Schmidt; sister, Alice Schmidt; and five brothers, Paul Schmidt, Robert Schmidt, Martin Schmidt, Norman Schmidt and Alfred Schmidt. He is survived by two daughters, Marilyn Kelton and husband Bill of Clinton, Oklahoma, and Karen Martin and husband Mark of Granite, Oklahoma; son, Rick Schmidt of Burns Flat, Oklahoma; four sisters, Helen Schmidt of Cordell, Oklahoma, Ann Schmidt of Cordell, Oklahoma, Mary Lou Juet and husband, Glen of Bolivia, South America, Katie Smith and husband, George of Denver, Colorado, one brother, Louis Schmidt of Corn, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren, Amy Selman and husband, Dale of Cordell, Oklahoma, Tammy Marshall and husband, Cory of Clinton, Oklahoma, Kimberly Eschiti and husband, Larry of Hobart, Oklahoma, Joshua Martin of Granite, Oklahoma, Jade Martin of Sayre, Oklahoma, Jason Schmidt and wife Amy of Clinton, Oklahoma, Lori Merrill of Clinton, Oklahoma, and Michael Schmidt of Hammon, Oklahoma; 11 great-grandchildren, Logan, Tugger, Gracie, Dalton, Tori, Trinity, Trey, Taylor, Jordan, Leslie, and Lexa; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, April 2, 2016, at the First Mennonite Church, Clinton, Oklahoma. Interment was at the Bergthal Cemetery, Corn, Oklahoma, under the direction of Ray and Martha's Funeral Home, Hobart, Oklahoma. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Corn Bible Academy Building Fund, P.O. Box 38, Corn, Oklahoma73024, in memory of Eddie Schmidt.

Andrea Jean Hull died April 6, 2016, at home in Bethany, Oklahoma, following a lengthy illness and penetrating grief over the death, in 2014, of her beloved husband. Now she has been reunited with him in ecstasy for eternity. Jean was born September 25, 1947, in Anadarko, to A.J. Schwarz and Betty Bryan Schwarz. She graduated from Cordell High School in 1965, and went on to attend the Oklahoma College for Women, in Chickasha, and later Cameron Junior College, in Lawton. In 1968, Jean married her high school sweetheart, Marlin Hull. They made their first home in Lawton, and later moved to Marlow, where Jean was a homemaker and served as a Boy Scouts den mother. She later returned to her studies at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, in Chickasha, graduating in 1985, with a Bachelor of Science in biology. After moving with her family to the Oklahoma City area, Jean took a position at the Oklahoma City-County Health Department, where she worked as a microbiologist and later as a chemist in the water quality lab. Later she moved to the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, where she worked as an Environmental Specialist before health troubles forced her to retire in 1999. Jean so loved gardening, her husband built a greenhouse for her in their backyard. She kept their flowerbeds overflowing with irises, her favorite flower, and tended the family’s vegetable garden with loving care. An avid birder, Jean was known to slam on the brakes during country drives and shout the scientific name of whatever feathered creature she’d spotted. Jean also enjoyed fishing for bass and crappie at Lake Eufaula with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She also was known and loved for her often acerbic sense of humor. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two brothers: David Schwarz and Phil Schwarz. She is survived by sons, Bryan, of Oklahoma City, and Andy and wife, Kenzi of Mustang; daughter, Beth Hull Gollob and husband, Shawn Gollob of Edmond; sisters, Nona Johnson, of Bethany, and Amy Canoy, of Lexington; seven beautiful grandchildren; and many other beloved relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 16, 2016, at Yanda and Son Funeral Home, 1500 W. Vandament Avenue in Yukon. Online condolences may be signed at www.yandafuneral.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Yanda and Son Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Yukon, Oklahoma.

Bob W. Brawley, 81, of Cordell, Oklahoma, was born September 16, 1934, to Georgia and Robert Brawley. After graduating from Cordell High School in May, 1952, at the age of 16 years, eight-months, he rode with his two buddies to Oklahoma City with a suitcase and all his belongings. He was hired by Central National Bank as a bookkeeper. Bob was given a ledger of checking accounts with the expectation of posting all checks and deposits to the accounts starting at 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., as well as balancing the accounts to the penny. Although his workday started at 6:00 a.m., he always had his work posted and balanced by 10:00 a.m. In 1955, Bob accepted the position of Cashier at First National Bank of Midwest City where he, at age 25, installed the first computer at a bank in the state of Oklahoma. After laying eyes on a young lady, Bob enlisted his friends at Central National Bank in assisting him with her name and phone number. The two dated for six weeks and Bob married the love of his life, Freda Ann McAlister, January 15, 1956. They celebrated their love with the birth of their four children over the following eight years. The couple thoroughly enjoyed being husband and wife, father and mother, Papa/Grandpa and GaGa/DaDa until Freda’s death on November 4, 1989. In 1968, after the death of his father, Bob accepted a position as a cashier with Farmers National Bank and moved his family back to his hometown of Cordell, to be close to his mother. His major contribution was rebuilding the bank and introducing “TNT" (Time and Temperature) to Cordell. After his mother passed in 1975, Bob was pursued about a newly formed bank charter, Rolling Hills State Bank, which was in the planning stages to be built in Piedmont, Oklahoma. He was eager to accept his new role as President and CEO of this new state charter. Bob and Freda worked side-by-side over the years until his retirement. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia and Robert Brawley; older brother, Robert Lesley Brawley, Jr.; son, Barry W. Brawley; and grandson, Cory Findley and Donna Reynolds Brawley. He is survived by his daughters and their spouses, Peg-gy and Randy Ashley, Teresa and Vance Montgomery, and Toni and Randy Nance, and son-in-law, Richard Findley; daughters and spouses, Sheila and Ron Brumfield and Sharon Clardy; 13 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. The family would also like to thank Deanna Kaiser and Integris Hospice nurses, Jen and Stacy for their relentless love, support and assistance. Viewing will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2016, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., with family present from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Mercer-Adams. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 14, 2016, at Mercer-Adams Chapel and 2:30 p.m., at the Church of Christ in Cordell, with interment to follow at Cordell Lawnview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Integris Hospice in Bob’s name. To share a memory or condolence, visit www.mercer-adams.com.

Betty Lou (Graves) Jones was born November 10, 1935, on the family farm in Dill City, Washita County, to C.B. and Agnes (Kennemar) Graves. She passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016, in the Grace Living Center in Clinton, Oklahoma. Betty was raised on the family farm west of Dill City, Oklahoma, graduated from Dill City High School in 1954, and moved to Clinton, when she married Roy Jones, Sr. on July 1, 1954. Betty was employed by various retail businesses in Clinton, and worked for Clinton Public Schools for over 16 years. She retired in 1998. She was a longtime faithful and active member of the Freewill Baptist Church in Clinton. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, cooking, farm life, and spending time with her family and friends. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Doris Burns; three brothers, W.C., Russell, and Wendale Graves; and a great-granddaughter, Maggie Dunn. She is survived by her husband of the home, to whom she was married to for 61 years, nine months and seven days; three sons, Roy Jones, Jr. and his wife Fonya, of Clinton, Randy Jones and his wife Amy, of Arapaho, and Ronnie Jones and his spouse, Bob West of Porter, Oklahoma; three daughters, Marsha McGuire of St. Louis, Missouri, Nancy Winter and husband, Eldon of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Linda Eggleston and husband, Ron of Texhoma, Oklahoma; two sisters, Darlene Moore of Dill City, Oklahoma, and Pearl Matlock and husband, Ralph of Yale, Oklahoma; and three brothers, Don Graves and wife Mary Jean, of Yukon, Oklahoma, Gene Graves of Phoenix, Arizona, and Ted Graves and wife, Peggy of Globe, Arizona. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Grace Living Center and Shepherd Home Health and Hospice for their loving care. Funeral services for Betty Jones, 80, Clinton resident will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 13, 2016, in the Freewill Baptist Church, officiated by Charles Murphy and Sandy Shepherd. Burial will conclude in the Clinton Cemetery, under the direction of the Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Bud Wheeler, 73, Clinton resident, former businessman, and civic leader were held Thursday, April 7, 2016, in the First United Methodist Church, officiated by Reverend Roland Youngberg. Burial concluded in the Clinton Cemetery under the direction of the Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home. G.C. “Buddy” Wheeler, III was born August 27, 1942, to G.C. Wheeler, Jr. and Maxine (Darnell) Wheeler in Houston, Texas, and he passed away Monday, April 4, 2016, in Clinton, Oklahoma. Buddy was raised in Clinton where he attended school until the ninth grade and then he attended Western Military Academy in Alton, Illinois, and graduated in 1960. He continued his education at the New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, New Mexico, before entering Southwestern State College in Weatherford where he majored in Art. Buddy married Jan Dysart on December 20, 1963, in Clinton, Oklahoma, where they made their home. Buddy worked for Dave Guthrie in a Men’s Clothing Store and eventually became owner and operator of Guthrie’s Men’s Wear. He was later employed with WECI and Security Services until his retirement. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church where he served on numerous boards and activities; he was active with the Boy Scouts of America for many years and received numerous awards and merits for his service. Buddy was very active in many civic organizations, including the Clinton Chamber of Commerce, served as president of Jaycee’s, Lions Club and had served on many other boards activities to promote Clinton and Western Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Judy Max Bartlett. Buddy is survived by his wife, Jan of the home; his two sons, G.C. “Cleve” Wheeler IV and wife, Tonya of Piedmont, Oklahoma, and Lance Wheeler and wife, Linda, Edmond; three grandsons, G.C.”Quent” Wheeler V, Evan Wheeler and Dillan Thomas Wheeler and wife, Kasalynne; and a nephew, Ron Hoffman and family of Shattuck. The family has suggested those wanting to make a memorial contribution may do so to Clinton’s First United Methodist Church General Fund or to Boy Scout Troop 361 C/O First United Methodist Church, 1001 Frisco, Clinton, Oklahoma 73601.

Nelda Tome of Cordell, born August 8, 1930, died at the age of 85, on April 18, 2016. Services are pending with Musick-Varner Funeral Home of Cordell.

Jimae Lu McMillin was born in Altus, Oklahoma, on June 3, 1956, to Jimmie Dee and Zoe (Sims) McMillin. She attended school in Cordell, Oklahoma, and Lockhart, Texas, graduating from Cordell in 1974. After graduation Jimae attended college in Edmond, Oklahoma. She returned to Cordell and began her career with Robertson’s Factory in 1980. She was a supervisor at Robertson’s and worked there for almost 30 years. After Robertson’s Factory closed Jimae went to work for United and worked there until the time of her death. Jimae loved the outdoors. She loved to camp, fish, and work in her flower garden. Jimae was on the Robertson’s bowling league for many years. She was a NASCAR fan and a sports fanatic. Jimae She enjoyed visiting with friends and family, but her dogs were her children. Jimae was preceded in death by her partner, Janice Brown; father, Jimmie D. McMillin; sister, ZoAnne (McMillin) Britton, and brother, Michael McMillin, all of Cordell, and sister, Michelle (McMillin) Adkins of Gallup, New Mexico. She is survived by her mother Zoe McMillin of Cordell, Oklahoma; brother, Patrick McMillin of Pearland, Texas; niece, Kim (Britton) Brown and husband Matt of Beaufort, South Carolina; nephew, Eric Britton and wife Marissa of Grand Prairie, Texas; nephew, Grey Adkins and wife Emilee of Dill City, Oklahoma; niece, Fay the McMillin of Edmond, Oklahoma; great-nephews, Luke Brown, Ethan Britton and Jack Adkins; great-nieces, Addi Adkins, Olivia Brown, Maesynn Adkins and Riley Britton; special friends, Pam Gray, Janice Williams, Brenda Holman Messenger, and Linda Duke; her Robertson’s Factory family; her United Supermarket family; and a host of other dear family and friends. Services for Jimae McMillin will be under the direction of Musick-Varner Funeral Home of Cordell at a later date.

Eldred Leo Schneberger was born January 19, 1934, in Canute, Oklahoma, to Margaret "Maggie" Barbara and Leo Norbert Schneberger. He passed away April 30, 2016, at his home west of Burns Flat, Oklahoma, at the age of 82 years, three months and 11 days. Eldred grew up in Canute, Oklahoma, and graduated from Holy Family School. After graduation he was married to Patricia Ann (Spieker) Schneberger at Holy Family Church in Canute on November 16, 1954. Eldred and Patricia moved to the family farm where they made their home and raised their family. Eldred farmed wheat, cotton and raised cattle his entire life. He enjoy having conversations and subtly inserting a joke, playing cards, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of the St. Matthew Catholic Church and was a third degree honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus, serving 46 years. Eldred was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Kenneth James Schneberger; two brothers, Laverne and Lloyd Schneberger; and one sister, Vineta Casteel. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, of the home; seven children, Chris Schneberger and wife, Cindy of Foss, Oklahoma, Gwen Fuchs and husband, Jimmy of Elk City, Oklahoma, Dennis Schneberger of Canute, Oklahoma, Jeff Schneberger and wife, Julie of Canute, Oklahoma, Brian Schneberger and wife, Lori of Canute, Oklahoma, Julie Mills and husband, Duane of Elk City, Oklahoma, and Rhonda Stovall and husband, Jeff of Piedmont, Oklahoma; 17 grandchildren, Curtis Schneberger, Keith Schneberger, Karen Roles, Jaime Kos, Jennifer Fuchs, William Fuchs, Clayton Fuchs, Jillian Jo Schneberger, Jacob Schneberger, Lilly Schneberger, Grace Schneberger, Luke Schneberger, Faith Schneberger, Amber Lovelace, Benjamin Mills, Isaac Stovall and Jacqueline Stovall; nine great-grandchildren, Waverly Schneberger, Whitten Schneberger, Jocelyn Kos, Aiden Ball, Jaiden Ball, Jacie Lovelace, Taia Lovelace, Sharley Lovelace and Bentlee Lovelace; one sister, Mildred Pospisil of Hennessey, Oklahoma; and a host of other relatives and friends. Prayer vigil services were held Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at the Whinery-Savage Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery under the direction of Whinery-Savage Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com.

Eby Dale Walters, 72, died Friday, May 6, 2016, at the Good Samaritan Center, Dodge City. He was born April 2, 1944, the son of Clarence Robert and Georgia (Humphry) Walters. Eby served in the Army National Guard and received his bachelor’s in Science and master’s in Education from Southwestern College, Weatherford, Oklahoma. A Cimarron resident since 2004, moving from Oklahoma, he taught school for 22 years and was an executive for Fram, retiring in 1980. His survivors include one brother, Jerry Walters and wife Kathy of Ft. Cobb, Oklahoma; Eby Dale Walters two sisters, Linda Hirschler, Ingalls, and Barbara Darcey and husband Dan of Guymon, Oklahoma; and several nieces and nephews. Eby was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Bobby and Jimmy Walters. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. There will be no public viewing, cremation has taken place. The family suggests memorials to the Eby Walters Memorial Fund in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 446, Cimarron, Kansas 67835. Condolences may be sent to www.zieglerfuneralchapel.com.

Alvera L. Dickerson, 89, passed away Wednesday May 4, 2016, in Purcell, Oklahoma. She was born February 13, 1927, in Bessie, Oklahoma, to Louis and Rosa (Reinschmidt) Gerner. She was united in marriage on December 20, 1951, in Oklahoma City to her loving husband, Claude L. Dickerson. Alvera worked as an administrator for the Altec Lansing Corporation in Oklahoma City, retiring after 18 dedicated years. Prior to that, she worked in payroll and accounting at Montgomery Wards, as well as Cutchall’s Men’s Fine Clothing in Penn Square Mall located in Oklahoma City. She was a wonderful cook and she enjoyed sharing and teaching her culinary skills to her grandchildren. Alvera loved to prepare and host meals for her family and friends, and she was known to always have an array of freshly baked goods on-hand. She was a devoted grandmother, and she adored her grandchildren. Alvera always made herself available for every activity and field trip she could attend, as nothing made her happier than putting a smile on their faces. She sang in the church choir at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church where she had been a dedicated member of the congregation since 1960. Alvera is survived by one daughter, Judy Oliver and husband Chris of Norman, Oklahoma; two sisters, Grace Spradlin of Clinton, Oklahoma, and Mary Clarkson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Jeremy Love of The Colony, Texas, Jessica Nelson and husband Scott of Austin, Texas, Ashley Oliver of Norman, Oklahoma, and Ryland Oliver and wife Kiran of Norman, Oklahoma; two greatgrandchildren, (with one on the way) Ryleigh Oliver and Kiegan Oliver of Norman, Oklahoma; and a host of nieces, cousins, and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Rosa Gerner, and by her husband Claude L. Dickerson. Arrangements for Alvera were placed in the care of Tribute Memorial Care of Norman. A graveside service was held in the Peace Lutheran Cemetery in Bessie, Oklahoma, on Saturday, May 7, 2016. Online condolences may be shared at www.tribute.care. 

Samuel Powers 88, died on May 12, 2016, in Stillwater Oklahoma. He was born on April 20, 1928, to Raymond Robert Powers and Clara M. McCullough Powers in Dill City, Oklahoma. He graduated from Dill City Public Schools. Samuel married Bessie May Godsell on January 7, 1950, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He attended Oklahoma City University, where he graduated in 1965, with a Bachelor of Industrial Arts Degree and in 1971, with a Master’s in Science degree. Samuel was a cotton picker, mechanic, truck driver, student, college professor, and mechanical consultant. He worked three summers, 1972, 1973, and 1975, at the United States Postal Service and NASA. Samuel is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Sue Fox and Norma Farmer; and one brother, Johnny Powers. He is survived by his wife, Bessie; two daughters, Ladonna Winchell of Stillwater and Kerry Saladiner and husband Marc of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; one granddaughter, Megan Fox and husband, Jason of Williston, North Dakota and their children Jackson, Ethan, and Ryan; one grandson, Alex Winchell of Stillwater and his son, Gabe of Stillwater; one brother, Royce Powers and wife Sue; and one sister, Phyllis Larsen and husband Dan. A memorial service was held on Monday, May 16, 2016, at Highland Park Methodist Church in Stillwater, Oklahoma, under the direction of trode Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family and the obituary viewed by visiting www.strodefh.com.  

L. D. Breland was born September 27, 1953, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to Genevieve and Herschell Leon Breland. He passed away May 4, 2016, at Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, at the age of 62 years, seven months and seven days. L. D. "Lazy Dog" grew up in Mississippi, and entered the U.S. Army in 1972. He was stationed in Germany as a Motor Transportation Operator. After his discharge in 1975, he moved to Lafayette, Louisiana, and began his career as a truck driver. He later lived in Dill City and Idabel, Oklahoma. After retiring, L. D. moved to Breaux Bridge to make his home. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Theresa Ann Breland; and a brother Kenneth Ray Breland. L. D. is survived by his three children, Jessica Breland of Spaulding, Oklahoma, Melissa Granja of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and L. D. (Beau) Breland, Jr. of Tonkawa, Oklahoma; nine beautiful grandchildren; a brother, Herschell Breland of Tin Can Bay, Queensland, Australia; the mother of his children, Linda Breland of Spaulding, Oklahoma; many cousins; and a host of other relatives and friends. Services were held Saturday, May 14, 2016, at Whinery-Savage Chapel, officiated by Reverend Gary Ledbetter. Burial was at South Burns Cemetery, under the direction of Whinery-Savage Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com.

Henry Newman was born June 6, 1944, in Shamrock, Texas, to Patsy and Jerry E. Newman. He passed away May 19, 2016, at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the age of 71 years, 11 months and 13 days. At an early age Henry was raised by Letha (Rogers) Newman because of his mother's passing. He grew up in and around Duncan, Oklahoma, where he attended school, graduating in 1962.After graduation he attended the University of Oklahoma for a year before transfering to Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Henry was married to Emma Jean (Stewart) Newman at the Elk City Primitive Baptist Church on December 18, 1965. Henry and Emma Jean lived in Cordell and Tulsa for a brief peroid until moving to Duncan, where Henry sold insurance and real estate. In 1981, they moved to Dill City, where Henry began his career in the oil field and remained there until 1995, when they moved to Arapaho to make their home. Henry was an avid bass fisherman, enjoyed studying the Bible and loved spending time with his family, church family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Emma Jean, of the home; three sons, Tom Newman and wife, Janet Boivin of Elk City, Oklahoma; Mike Newman and wife, Amberly of Baltimore, Maryland; and Brad Newman and wife, Melissa of Richardson, Texas; six grandchildren, Maya Ferrer-Toolsie, Kai Ferrer-Toolsie, both of Dallas, Texas; Avery Newman and Ian Newman, both of Baltimore, Maryland; Todd Hume and wife, Karissa of Springvale, Maine; and Brooke Hume of Springvale, Maine; one great-grandchild, Ella Elaine Hume of Springvale, Maine; two sisters, Celia Kreie and husband, Dennis of Duncan, Oklahoma; and Marilyn Hughes and husband, Mike of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Services were held Saturday, May 21, 2016, at Elk Creek Primitive Baptist Church officiated by elders Dennis Kreie, Mike Hughes and Norman Jones. Burial was at Ural Cemetery under the direction of Whinery-Savage Funeral Service. Condolences can be made online at www.whineryfs.com.

(Jimmie) Ray Mc-Mahan, a 15 year resident of Manchester, Connecticut, made his transition from this life, peacefully at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut, surrounded by his family, Monday evening, May 9, 2016. Born December 3, 1940, in Hobart, Oklahoma, Jim grew up and attended grade school in Gotebo, Oklahoma, before moving to Cordell where he graduated from Cordell High School. Jim attended Oklahoma State University for two years, studying banking and finance. He transferred to Southwestern Oklahoma State University, where he graduated in 1964. He later continued his education at Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas, acquiring his Master’s in Business. Jim started working part time while in high school, in 1958, at Cordell National Bank, where he advanced to CFO and FDIC Compliance Officer, through his 25 years of service. Simultaneously he served as President and CEO of the Dill State Bank, in Dill City, Oklahoma. Throughout his tenure of banking in Oklahoma, he served as the President of the Young Executive Division of the Oklahoma Banker’s Association. He was instrumental in co-authoring legislation with Representative Carl Albert, (Former Speaker of the House) and Congressman Happy Camp (both of Oklahoma), which facilitated the first ATM in the state of Oklahoma, and later throughout the United States. He moved to Davenport, Washington, in 1986, to continue his banking career. While in Washington, he introduced small business loans to the Agricultural industry in that state. Among his Civic contributions while living in Cordell, Jim was a Charter member and served as the first President of the Lions Club. He was also a Cub Scout Leader and coached the local Pee-Wees to Preps baseball teams for nine years. In sharing his faith and conviction he was a longtime Deacon and Sunday School teacher at the First Baptist Church in Cordell, and later served as an Elder in the Presbyterian Church in Davenport, Washington. In addition, he served as Chairman of numerous Town, County and State charitable and civic organizations… too many to mention Jim was preceded in death by his Mother, Earlene (Nanny);father, Fields (Pappaw) McMahan; and his father-in-law, Leo Haxton. He is survived by his wife Renie, just three months shy of their 54th anniversary; son, Dusty and son-in-law John Hart, of Coventry, Connecticut; daughter, Monna Aubertin, of the home; proud grandfather of Jacob and Nikesa Aubertin, Jared Aubertin and Meranda Mc-Cullar of Lapwai, Idaho, and Noel Arseneau, of Bristol, Connecticut; two great-grandchildren, Huntyr and Klayton Aubertin of Lapwai, Idaho; brother Harold McMahan and sister-in-law Nelda of Midlothian, Texas; mother-in-law Zola Haxton of Norman, Oklahoma; brother-in-law Dan and wife Susan Haxton of Leedey, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Elaine and husband Rusty McPheeters of Newcastle, Oklahoma; brother-in-law, Perry Neil and wife Bertha Haxton of Francis, Oklahoma; and nieces, nephews, family and friends. Beyond his blood relations, he was the adopted father/grandfather of the Eric Jones Family of Keller, Texas; the Jon Ditlev Family of Lewisville, Texas; grandpa, mentor, and babysitter to countless children of all ages, most recently his “Sherwood Circle Gang” all of whom are now grown and have children of their own. Jim loved life and wanted everyone he knew to be as happy as he. He always tried to leave each person he saw with a smile on their faces. Graveside services will be held Saturday, May 28, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. in Gotebo, Oklahoma. Services will be under the direction of Musick-Varner Funeral Home of Cordell.