This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wood, Plemmons, Moon, Vann Volkinburg, Teague, Vandagriff Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2709 Message Board Post: Funeral services for Mrs. John H. Wood, a pioneer resident of the Reydon community were held in the Reydon Community Building last Sunday afternoon. Rev. Horace Woodard had charge of the services. Committal was in the White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma under the direction of Scroggins Funeral Home of Cheyenne. Mrs. Wood died suddenly at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 1949 at her home. Cellia Magnolia Plemmons was born February 17, 1873 at Marshall, North Caolina. she departed shis life March 17, 1949 at the age of 76 years and one month. At an early age she united with the Baptist church and remained a member through her life. On December 11, 1891 she was united in marriage to John H. Wood at Ashville, North carolina. To this union were born 10 children, 3 of whom preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, John H. Woods of reydon; three sons, Asa Wood, Reydon; John M. Wood, Bardwell, Kentucky; Mike Wood; Reydon; and four daughters, Bertha Moon, Durham; Dessie Vann Volkinburg, Pawhuska, Oklahoma; Mary Teague, Napa, California; and Susie Vandagriff, Reydon. She also leaves 22 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and one brother, Hagen Plemmons, Marshall, North Carolina. (Cheyenne Star March 24, 1949)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wineinger, Norton, Stokes, Campbell, Cowell, Stevnson, Keenen Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2708 Message Board Post: Margaret Elenor Norton was born April 27, 1859 in Brown County, Illinois, and at the age of ten years, moved with her parents to Ringgold County, Iowa, in the days of the pioneer. On September 1886, she married Aaron Wineinger. To this union were born three sons: James Lyon and Ellis LeRoy, now living, and John Wesley who died in infancy aged three months. In 1900 they moved to Kay County, Oklahoma, and in 1902 in the month of February they moved to their homestead about three miles southeast of Reydon, Oklahoma; (formerly Rankin, Okla.) where they lived about twenty years, before moving with thei son, James L. to Midwasy, 3 1/2 miles north of Reydon, where she spent the last eight years. Mrs. Wineinger was sick about three weeks of paralysis and liver trouble and all was done that could be done but she died about 5:15 a.m. Sabath, April 12, 1931, aged 71 years, 11 months and 15 days. She leaves to mourn her padding her devoted husband, her two sons, above named James L., Reydon, and E.L. of Alma, Colo., and four grandchildren, raymond of Denver, Colo., Mrs. Gladys Stokes of Denver, Colo., Mrs. Violet Campbell, Amarillo, Texas and LeRoy Jr., of Denver, Colo. All of the above were here before her death and funeral, but Gladys and LeRoy Jr. She also leaves three sisters living, Mary J. Cowell, Morgantown, W.Va., Sarah Agens Stevenson, Clearfield, Iowa, and Minnie B. Keenen, Blocktown, Iowas. Mrs. Wineinger was truly a pioneer mother, living in Iowa in that state's developing years, and then coming to Oklahoma in its opening days, saw this country grow from raw prairie land of the Indian to its present settled state. In early life she confessed her faith in Jesus as her Saviour and lived a consistent life. To her devoted husband she was a help-mate, in the fullest sense of the word. And to her children and grandchildren she was a model mother and grandmother. Their little home on the claim she made a bower of roses, filling her world with the son of birds and the perfume of flowers. She was a very helpful neighbor, going to the homes of sickness and sorrow with help and comfort, never complaining even when burdens pressed hard. Funeral services were held at the Rankin (White Rose) cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma at 2:00 o'clock April 133, 1931, conducted by Rev. S.S. Elliott of Strong City, Oklahoma.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wineinger, Yost Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2707 Message Board Post: James Lymon Wineinger was born to Aaron and Margrete Wineinger July 27, 1897 at Falkner County, arkansas. He lived in Iowas and Kansas before coming to Oklahoma in 1899 with his parents. In 1902 they arrived at the place known as old Rankin and now known as Reydon. From December 31, 1917 to Mary 20, 1919 he was a member of the Armed Forces and fought for his county during World War I. August 12, 1924 he was married to Pauline Anna Yost at Cheyenne, Oklahoma. From the time of his marriage until his passing they made their home at Reydon. He was active in all school and civic affairs and was a strong believer in the teachings of the Bible. He was a member of the I.O.O.F., Rebekah Lodge and American Legion. He was loved by all who knew him and was laways doing kind deeds for someone, expecially school children. He is survived by his wife, Pauline Wineinger of the home address and one brother, Roy Wineinger. Services were held Wednesday, April 27, 1949 at 2:30 p.m. from the First Baptist Church at Reydon. Fatheree Funeral Home of Erick was in charge of arrangements with interment in the White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star April 28, 1949

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Widener, Norton, Watson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2706 Message Board Post: Funeral services for Mrs. Minnie A. Widener of Durham, who died following a long illness at her home at midnight February 25, 1947, were held Firday, February 28, 1947 at the Durham school auditorium at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Frank Postolle of Elk City and Rev. Sam Snyder of Reydon officiating. Mrs. Widener was born Sept. 23, 1884 in Indiana. She was married to T.F. Widener at Jewel City, Kansas. Mr. and Mrs. Widener moved to western Oklahoma in 1909 and settled in the Durham community where they made their home since that time. She was a long time member of the Assembly of God church at Reydon. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1935. Survivors include two daughters, Miss Myrtle Widener of Durham and Mrs. Helen Watson of Durham; three sons, Austin and Norman of Durham and Hugh of Culver Tiy, California; one brother, Albert Norton, St. Joseph, Mo. Committal was in the Fairview cemetery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma with Scroggins Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. (Cheyenne Star March 6, 1947)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wright Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2705 Message Board Post: HENRY G. WRIGHT TAKES OWN LIFE Well Known Citizen of Rankin Takes Own Life Wednesday Afternoon A SHOT GUN IS EMPLOYED Has Been In Poor Health For Several Years Mentally Unbalanced Probable Cause Henry Wright, a well known citizen of the Rankin Community took his own life last Wednesday afternoon at his home, while members of the family were away from the home. Mr. Wright has been in poor health for a long time and had not been feeling well for several days. The children were at school and Mrs. Wright was working in the field at the time of the tragedy. When the children returned from school they found their father's shoes under the bed on the porch but he was not about. The little eight year old son went to the garage and finding his father lying on his face in a pool of blood, called an older sister who notified Mrs. Wright and called Dr. Cary. Officers were then called and an inquest was held. The corner's verdict was that H.G. Wright came to his death from a self-inflicted gun shot wound. The surrounding circumstances bear out the theory that Mr. Wright took his shot-gun and placed one shell in the barrell and got into the back seat of his car, placing the muzzle of the gun against his left breast and the stock against the front seat, discharged the contents into his body by tripping the triger with his foot. This theory was arrived at as the gun was in the back seat of the car and a pool of blood was also there, the car door was open and Mr. Wright when found was lying on his face near the rear wheel. The only plausible reason for this rash act is that he became mentally unbalanced and decided to end his suffering and troubles. Burial White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Headstone reads 1882-1928) (Cheyenne Star October 4, 1928)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wright, Underwood, Horner, Freeman, Sloan, Smith Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2704 Message Board Post: Addie Belle Underwood, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Underwood, was born July 5, 1874 in Mercer County, Missouri and departed this life May 17, 1947 in Corona, California at the age of 72 years, 10 months and 12 days. She was united in marriage to George W. Wright on January 9, 1892, at Heminford, Nebraska. To this union eleven children were born, seven sons and four daughters. One daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Horner, preceded her in death in 1938. Besides her husband survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Inice Freeman, Atlant, Texas; Mrs. Izetta Sloan, Nevada, Mo.; and Mrs. Ruby Smith, Wichita, Kansas. Seven sons, Cecil, Indion, Calif.; Claude, Atlanta, Kansas; George, near Breezy Meadow; Clyde, Sayre; Chester, near Crawford, Jessie, near Crawford; and Roy, Atlanta, Texas. Fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends also survive. Mother Wright was converted and united with the Free Will Baptist Church at Parkersburg in August of 1907. She was a loyal and devoted companion a loving mother, and a kind friend to all who knew her. Services were held in the Baptist church of Cheyenne, with Rev. C.B. Reneau officiating and assisted by Rev. J.T. Beal of Carter. She was laid to rest in the Silent Home Cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma under the direction of the Tunnard's Funeral Home.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Polk, Wells Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2703 Message Board Post: Thomas Glen Polk, 61 of Cheyenne, Oklahoma died October 6, 2001 in his home. Tom was born on November 17, 1939, in Crawford, Oklahoma to Thomas Trammell and Saide Rae Wells Polk. Tom grew up in Roger Mills County and graduated from Reydon High School. Tom was drafted during the Vietman War and received his basic training in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri and then went to missile school in Ft. Sill. He was then sent to Germany where he served the United States for two years from March 1962 to March 1964. Tom served in the reserves until March 1968 when he received an honorable discharge. Tom spent most of his life driving semi-tractor/trailers. He drove for Safeway out of Oklahoma City for 12 years, until the plant was closed. He then drove for a feedlot in Pampa, Texas; he drove a mail route from New Mexico to Kansas before coming back to Cheyenne where he worked for Smith Fertilizer for the past 6 years. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Sadie Polk. He is survived by one brother Ted Polk of Albquerque, New Mexico. Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. at the Cheyenne Cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma under the direction of Rose Chapel Funeral Services, Cheyenne, Oklahoma.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: West, Smith, Brown, Kenmore, Dewees, Brown Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2702 Message Board Post: Robert E. West was born in Johnston County, Texas, October 7, 1871. He was married to Margretta Ann Smith November 6, 1898 and to this union 8 children were born. He with his family moved to Greer County in November 1901 and suffered many hardships along with other pioneers. He came to Roger Mills County in October 1918 where eh remained until his death, having lived a long, useful life with his family and friends. Monday morning, January 24, 1949 he passed away at the age of 77 years, 3 months and 17 days. Those who survive him are tow sons, Ernest West of Reydon, Oran of Bakersfield, Califnornia; 4 daughters, Mrs. Lillie Brown of Oklahoma City, Mrs. Serrintha Kenmore of Duke, Okla.; Mrs. Opal Dewees of Cornoa, Calif.; Mrs. Ruby Brown of Reydon; 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. His wife, one daughter and one son preceded him in death. Services were held Wednesday, January 26, 1949 at 1:oo p.m. from the First Baptist Church of Reydon with Rev. Horace Woodward officiating. The Fatheree Funeral Home of Erick was in charge of arrangement with interment in the Strong City cemetery, Strong City, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. Those from a distance attending the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Opal Dewees, Corona, California, Oran West, Bakersfield, California, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Kenmore and daughters, Colleen, Patricia Ann and Miss Arlene, and sons, Raymodn Kenmore, wife and son, Lowell Kenmore, wife and daughter, all of Duke, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star February 3, 1949)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wells, Sims, Chick, Conrad Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2701 Message Board Post: Mattie Sue Sims was born May 19, 1908 at Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. She departed this life December 22, 1932 at the Elk City hospital after a brief illness, at the age of 24 years, 7 months and 3 days. She was married March 28, 1919 to Philip Wells. She leaves to mourn her death her husband, an infant childn, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Sims of Roll, Oklahoma; four brothers, Bill, Woodrow, Joe and J.C. and Mrs Ethel Chick, a sister of Midway, Oklahoma; Cecil Sims, a brother and Mrs. Viola Conrad, a sister, both of Cheyenne, Oklahoma. Others who were present at her passing were Mrs. M.e. Wells, her mother-in-law besides other relatives, and many friends. Mrs. Wells lived a righteous and upright life and was a shining example to all who knew her. She sepnt her entire life before and after marriage at Roll, Oklahoma. Interment Silent Home Cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma December 24, 1932. Tunnard Funeral home in charge. The baby has been taken by Mrs. Cecil Sims, a sister of Mr. Wells. She has taken the tiny baby in her home with a warm loving spot in her heart for a mother's tender and loving care. The baby is doing fine under her loving care. (Cheyenne Star December 29, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wells, Selby, Balding, Wheeler, Peterson, Garayle, Burton Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2700 Message Board Post: Frank Wells was born in Raymore, Mo., February 18, 1898 and passed away December 4, 1946 at Elk City, Oklahoma, age 48 years, 9 months and five days. He moved with his parents to Oklahoma in 1901, settling north of Rankin, Roger Mills County. He moved from Roger Mills County to Elk City a year ago. He was married to Miss Bessie Selby June 30, 1920. To this union five children were born. His father, Alf Wells and one son, Leonard Coleman, about three years ago preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn his wife, Mrs. Bessie Wells, a son, Floyd, and three daughters, Mrs. Wilda Bea Balding, Wilma Lee and Estella at home. His mother, Mrs. Susan Wells and sisters, Mrs. Edna Wheeler, Mrs. Nellie Perterson and Mrs. Goldie Garayle and brother, Archie Wells, all of Amarillo, Texas. Also a sister, Mrs. Rena Burton of Canadian, Texas. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Sam T. Snyder, pastor of the Assembly of God church of Reydon, on Thursday, December 5, 1946 at 2:00 p.m. Interment was in the White Rose Cemetery, Redyon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. Those attending from a distance besides hi family, sisters and brothers and their families were: his aunts, Mrs. Janie Wells and son, Robert Wells and wife and Mrs. Etta Wells of arnett, Walter Wells of Det5roit, Michigan, Mrs. Wells parents, Mr. and Mrs. O.F. Selby of Elk City and sisters, Mr. and Mrs. Calrence Samples of Leedey and Mrs. T.E. Swopes and family of Reydon. Her brothers Mr. and Mrs. Orville Selby of strong City, Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Selby of Pampa, Texas, Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Selby of Durham; N.W. Selby and family of Reydon, also a cousin, Mrs. T.T. Polk and family. Other cousins from Elk city were Miss Olive Wells, Mrs. James Bonds, Mrs. John Turbyfill and husband and granddaughter, Mary Sue Albright, another cousin, Mrs. Alva smith and husband of Clinton. Friends from Elk City were: Mr. and Mrs. Dud Piercy and sons, Buddy and Charles, Jimmy Leatherwood. Mr. and Mrs Fred Magness and a host of friends and relatives of Crawford and Reydon. (Cheyenne Star January 2, 1946)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wall, Guier, Bowden Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2699 Message Board Post: Died Sunday February 18, 1891 at her home in Larima, Wyoming, Mrs. Nina Wall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.F. Guier, of this place. Besides her parents, Mrs. Wall leaves a huband and two small children, and two sisters, Mrs. Laura Bowden and Miss Ella Guier, to mourn her loss. Mrs. Wall was born at Crosstimber, Mo., Sept 18, 1891; was married on Christmas Day, 1908 to George Wall, of Custer City, Oklahoma. The remains were brought to Durham and buried Friday, February 23, 1917. Funeral services were conducted at the church, Brother G.A. Watson officiating. The casket upon which was beautiful wreath of flowers (of which the deceased was very fond) given by the business associates of Mr. Guier here in Durham was bore to its final resting place in Fairview cemetery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma by Messrs W.A. Wiley, Will Gabbert, Edgar Vaughn, G.E. Gabbert, Frank Baker and Frank Hensley. Mr. Wall's mother, sister and an aunt came from Thomas to the funeral. Mrs. Wall was taken ill late in November, and from Christmas day her life was despaired of tho all that love and medical skill coul do was done to relieve her suffering. He lst words, giving a message of comfort to her loved ones, were: "I've come to the River it's not a dark River, but a bright, shinning River with beautiful lights. Don't touch me; don't bring me back: I want to go." (Cheyenne Star March 8, 1917)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Underwood, White, Ritchie, Truitt, Vassar Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2698 Message Board Post: Death has come into our midst and taken from our association, our friend and neighbor, Mrs. Perry Underwood and their four years old son by the instrument of fire. Mrs. Underwood was 32 years old the 28 day of March. Roy Howard was 4 years old the 30th day of last June. Mrs. Underwood was a christian from her youth, and a member of the Methodist church. She was conscious that death was near, and expressed but one desire and that was to see her daugher, Fay, before death came. She testified to the fact that she was ready to go. Jesus said, "Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not; for of such is the kingdom of God." Roy Howard is safe in the Heavenly Father's care. The hearts saddened by her going are: Perry Underwood, her husband, Fay Vassar, daughter, Huey Underwood, her stepson, five brothers, three half brothers and two sisters. Mrs. White, Mrs. Ritchie, C.R., G.C. and H.R. Truitee and Fay Vasser attended the funeral. Bodies were laid to rest in Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, Rev. J.H. Snarr, officiating. (Cheyenne Star April 5, 1928)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Trent Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2697 Message Board Post: R.M. Trent, County Commissioner of the Second Commissioner's District of Roger Mills County, died very suddenly at his home southwest of Hammon last Sunday night, September 22, 1932. Mr. Trent had been in poor health for several months, being a sufferer from high blood pressure and other ailments. He seemingly was enjoying his usual health on Sunday evening. He retired about 10:30 and a few minutes later Mrs. Trent heard him make a peculiar sound, and by the time she could light a lamp he was practically dead. The neighbors were summoned but before they could arrive he had passed to his reward. R.M. Trent was born in Tennessee June 2, 1878. He came to Oklahoma in 1907 and was elected County Commissioner in 1922 and faithfully served the people of his district up until the time of his death. He was an ordanied Baptist minister, a good citizen, a good officer, and a loving husband and father. His friends were numbered by his acquaintances. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church of Hammon Monday afternoon in the presence of several hundred friends and neighbors who were grieved at his passing. Hammon Masonic lodge performed the last rites. Burial Red Hill Cemetery, Hammon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. His successor in office will be appointed by Governor murray at an early date. The Star joins the man friends of Mr. Trent in extending sympathy to the bereaved.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Townsley, Merritt, Blundell Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2696 Message Board Post: Amy lora Townsley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Townsley, was born June 14, 1921 at Strong City, Oklahoma; she departed this life Monday, October 20, 1947 at the age of 26 years, 4 months and 6 days. Amy Lora had been in ill health for the past ten years, even though she was not well she had this testimony from her loved ones and close friends, "She was the most cheerful and sweetest peron we have ever know. To know her was to love her." She was converted and united with the Baptist Church at the age of 11 years and was a true and faithful follower of her Saviour. Besides her parents she leaves to mourn her passing: one brother, Floyd B. Townsley of Richmond, California; three sisters,Mrs. Joe Merritt Jr., of Crawford, Oklahoma; Mrs. Harlie Blundell of Cheyenne, Oklahoma; and Miss Ruby Townsley of the home address, Crockett, Calif.; also her grandmother, Mrs. Tuga Townsley of Sayre, Oklahoma a number of other relatives and a host of friends. Burial Silent Home Cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star October 30, 1947)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Thompson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2695 Message Board Post: Roy Esley Thompson, born March 14, 1917, departed this life May 1, 1932, age 15 years, one month and 17 days. Roy was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Esley Thompson, nae Mt. Rose schoolhouse, and leaves to mourn his loss, father, mother, one brother, William and two sisters, Irene and Ruth, besides a host of relatives and innumerable friends. To know him was to love him. He was a dear obedient son and brother, and ever true to his friends, and he numbered his friends by his acquanitances. Roy was converted and joined the Nazarene church during a meeting in August 1930, and has lived a true consistent Christian life since. Faithful in Sunday school and singing, ready to do his part, the vacancy left by Roy's loss can never be filled. His sunny smile shall never be forgotten and his friends and loved ones hope to join him some day and sing the songs they all loved together over younder where there will be no parting and tears. May his life be an example to us. His life was full of promise. He was a good student6 and a graduate from the 8th grade. Roy met his death while swimming with a group of boys in the lake recently completed on the M.E. Bauman farm. It is not know whether he suffered a heart attack or cramps from remaining in the water so long. He sank in 15 feet of water. When recovered he was given all the aid possible but to no avail. The body was laid to rest in the White Rose cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma mid groups of sorrowing relatives and friends May 2, 1932. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. William Dikes, Nazarene minister of near Roll. Pall bearers were six of his schoolmates, Ernest myers, Royal Myers, John Harrison, Stanley Harrison, Walter Harrison and Roy Hunter. (Cheyenne Star May 5, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Thomas, Tomlinson, Watson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2694 Message Board Post: After an illness of about two weeks V.H.Thomas passed away Sunday Mary 25, 1918, at the home of W.C. Tomlinson near Durham. He was buried in the Fairview cemetery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma Monday. Mr. Thomas was born in Virginia about seventy-nine years ago. He lived in that state until 1905 at which time he came to Oklahoma. He lived alone on his farm until about two years ago, when on account ofhis age, he began to make his home with his niece Mrs.W.C. Tomlinson. Uncel Vent was a veteran of the Civil War having fough under Robert E. Lee. He was thorougly alive to the present issue and was wholly patrioric. He daily perused every newspaper and magazine about him, eager to learn of America's affairs and was one of the best informed men in his community. Mr. Thomas was a member of the Christian Church having professed Christianity at an early date in life. Unclike many who live to be his age Uncle Vent was free from the usual infirmities of old age. Up until his last sickness he was quite active being able to care for his own affairs and to ride or drive about the country as he pleased. He was the last survivor of his immediate family. His brother D.T. Thomas having passed into that realm beyond in December. Uncle Vent leaves five nephews, five nieces and many grand-nieces and nephews of our acquaintance, and a host of friends who will greatly miss him. Two nephews and two nieces; J.W. Thomas, H.M. Thomas, Mrs. G.A. Watson and Mrs. W.C. Tominson live near Durham; one nephew, Elbert F. Thomas is in the army; and Mrs. D.T. Thomas and the others reside at pampa, Texas. To them we extend our sincere sympathy.. May they when their time comes to pass into that great beyond leave behind them a life full of useful fruitfulness. (Headstone read Born Feburary 9, 1841 Died Mary 25, 1918) (Cheyenne Star May 30, 1918)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Taylor, Goodwin, Warren Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2693 Message Board Post: Uncle Perry Taylor passed away at of his grand son, Perry Taylor, Jr., west of town, last Friday morning, November 27, 1925 at the good old age of ninety four years. His death came as the reult of a fall a few weeks ago which possibly fractured a hip. His pyhsical condidtion was such that he was unable to withstand the suffering occasioned by the fall. His three sons who survive him were present with him in his last illness. Uncle Perry was really a pioneer in this county and was for years one of the leading figures in administering the affairs of the county. He served for assessor for several years and later was under sheriff under the administration of J.M. Evans as sheriff. This was the last public work Uncel Perry ever did, and it is indeed remarkable that he stayed in public this long as he was near eighty years of age when he served as undershefiff. Uncle Perry kep his mental faculities alert until the end came and managed to ever maintain a cherrful dispostion even to he had been a sufferer most of his life. Uncle Perry had a county wide acquaintance especially among the old timers who will recognize that in his passing the county loses another of its early leader. He was man loved and respected by all for his kind genial disposition. Funeral services were conducted at the graveside Saturday afternoon at the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends. Bro. Martin, a friend of many years, was in charge of the funeral. The body was laid to rest beside that of his wife who preceded him almost twenty five years ago. Perry Stratt Taylor was born in Green County, Illinois, near White Hall. He moved to Texas when 23 years of age. He was married to Naomi Goodwin July 17, 1859. He joined the Confederate army two years later and fought through the, civil war filling the office of Lieutenant. During the war he received injuries from which he never entirley recovered. He and his wife joined the Primitive baptist church in their early married life and he remained faithful to his religion all of his life. His wife died January 24, 1902. Three sons survive him who are Ed and Edgar, both of Cheyenne and Stone of Norman. He had two other children, a child dying in infancey and Mrs. John Warren who died December 18, 1918. (Cheyenne Star December 12, 1925)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Taylor, McClarren, Burns, De Crocker, Ruby, Thompson, Meeks Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2692 Message Board Post: Mattie Lucy McClarren was born in the state of Montana, May 13, 1866 and passed away January 16, 1941 at the age of 74 years, eight months and three days. She united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church at the age of 13 years. Later she united with the Nazarene Church at Mt. Rose and later united with the Assembly of god church at Reydon, Oklahoma. She was married to John R. Taylor August 10, 1885. To this union were born 12 children, namely: Myrtle Mae Taylro Burns who preceded her mother in death; Mattie E. Taylor, preceded her mother in death; Eva A. De Crocker, Kalamazoo, mIch.; Fannie Fern Ruby, Denver, Colo.; Grace L. Thompson, Buttonwillow, Calif.; John F. Taylor, Wichita, Kansas; George W. Taylor, Paul McClarren and Verne E. Taylor, all of Reydon, Oklahoma; Verda P. Taylor, died in infancy, Wayne R. Taylor, Reydon; Agnes B. Meeks, Los Angeles, Calif. The funeral services were under the direction of the Fatheree Funeral Home of Erick and Reydon. The sermon was delivered by Rev. M.A. Hawkins, pastor of the Assembly of God Church, assisted by Rev. Blue, of Mt. Rose. Burial White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star January 1, 1942)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Taylor, Meeks Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2691 Message Board Post: Mrs. Paul Taylor, teacher of Zyback, Texas, died at Elk sanitarium, Thursday, February 24, 1927, after a two weeks illness of pneumonia. Mrs. Taylor was formerly Miss Elsie Meeks daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Meeks, who reside about six milesnorthwest of this city. Mrs. Paul Taylor was born November 6, 1902, at Logan, N.M. and came to Oklahoma with her parents in 1907. She attended the public school at Cheyenne and graduated from the high school with the class of 1919. After graduating from high school she attended the A & M College at Stillwater graduating from that school in 1924. While attending A & M she received the distinction of passing the highest mental test of any of her class. She was teaching at Zyback, Texas when she became ill, when she came to the home of her parents and later was taken to Elk City to a hospital where after a few days she passed into the great beyond. Miss Elsie Meeks was united in marriage to Mr. Paul Taylor June 11, 1926. Funeral services were conducted at the grave side at the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma Friday afternoon in the presence of a legion of firends who shared with the bereaved family in their sorrow. The Star wafts condolence to those who mourn her untimely demise. (Cheyenne Star March 3, 1927)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Stevens, Crook, Brewer, Payne, Hardy, Kahoa, Iles, Brooks Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2690 Message Board Post: Mary Stella Stevens, long time resident of Grimes community died at her home Friday July 25, 1947 from a heart attack. Mrs. Stevens was born November 25, 1873 at Lipan, Texas. She was married in 1894 to George e. Stevens in Texas. They moved to RogerMills County in 1901 from Nebraska and have continued residence in the vicinity since that time. She was a long time member of the Church of Christ. Her husband preceded her in death August 27, 1922. Survivors include five daughters: Mrs. C.B. Crook of Mayfield; Mrs. D. Brewer and Mrs. Pascal Payne of Susanville, Calif.; Mrs. S.M. Hardy of Sweetwater, Okla.; Mrs. W.c. Kahoa of Grimes; two sisters, Mrs. Ola Iles of Bridgeport, Texas and Mrs. Blanche Brooks of Texas; 23 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Burial in Dempsey cemetery, Dempsey, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star Jully 31, 1947)