This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Reynolds, Wickersham, Gray, Gilbreath, Phillips Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2669 Message Board Post: Another one of the old pioneers of Roger Mills County passed away last week when L.C. Reynolds gave up his life at his home near old Roll after a fried illness of only a few days. He was stricken with influenza which quickly developed into pheumonia. Lewis Casa Reynolds was born in White County, Indian, April 29, 1851 die January 31, 1929, age 77 years, 9 months and 2 days. He was married to Ella Wichersham October 18, 1877. To thiis union were born seven children, Alfred Reynolds, Wheeler, Texas, Gerturde Gray, deceased; Bertha Gilbreath, Parker, Arizona, Pearle Phillips, Houston, Texas, Capitola Reynolds, Crawford, Oklahoma; Lee Reynolds, Oklahoma City and Frank Reynolds, Crawford, Oklahoma. He was a member of the Presbyterian church. Interment was made in the Roll cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma near the family home. Rev. C.E. Rhoades, pastor of the Methodist Church of Cheyenne conducted the funeral in a fitting and impressive manner, J.H. Tunnard undertaker was in charge of the funeral.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Redden Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2668 Message Board Post: We are grieved to chronicle the death of Ray Redden of Durham, which occurred at the home of Mrs. Jo Stone, a sister, at Pampa, Texas. early Monday morning, March 27, 1932. Ray Redden was born Dec 27, 1877 was about 53 years of age at the time of his death. He came to Oklahoma thirty-one years ago and established a home. He has made this country his home practically all of the time, though he spent some of this time in Arkansas and Colorado. He underwent an operation about a year ago for cancer of the stomach, but the dread diease kept up its ravages on his body until finally the end came. Funeral services were held in Durham Tuesday morning in presence of a very large crowd. The Odd Fellows at Durham performed the final rites of the Order at the Pie Flat cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma where his remains were laid to rest. Ray Redden is a brother of J.C. Redden, a prominent citizen of Durham. Ray was engaged in business in Cheyenne in 1903 and 1904. He was a man of whom it could truly be said he numbered his friends by his acquaintances, for he certainly stood high in the esteem of his fellowman. The Star joins the many friends of the bereaved in extending sympathy. (Cheyenne Star March 31, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Rankin, Darby, Steele Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2667 Message Board Post: John Thomas Rankin was born July 30, 1842 in Springfield, Mo., and died at the home of his niece, Mrs. Fred Hines in Rankin, Oklahoma, June 8, 1929, aged 86 years 10 months and 8 days. When a young man his father died and he was the support of hismother and two sisters doing for them all a father and brother could. The mother did not last long, but of the sisters, Mrs. Amanda Steele who had made her home here at Rankin with her brother, passed away in 1913 and Mrs. William Darby died in Salem, Oregon in 1928. Mr. Rankin came to Oklahoma in 1901 and homesteaded the farm on which Rankin was situated until 1926 when it was moved to the present site. He built the first store and established the postoffice. Perhaps no man did more for a community in such an unobtrusive way as "Uncle Tommie" as he has been effectionately called. Many an early settler found in him a real friend when he sorely needed one. Honored above the ususal, of those in the common walks of life, he deserved the respect of all. Mr. Rankin joined the Presbyterian church when a young man and when located in his new home here, helped to organize the Methodist church which he ten joined and has been a most devoted attendant and earest follower of his Lord. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church at 11 a.m. conducted by the pastor, Rev. French Lancaster and the body was laid to rest beside that of his sister in Rankin White Rose cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, on Sunday June 9, 1929. Thus passes from our midst another of the makers of Western Oklahoma history. (Cheyenne Star July 13, 1929)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Rackley Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2666 Message Board Post: J.C. Rackley was born April 23, 1854 and died November 9, 1931. Another old time cowboy and trail driver that moved the Texas longhorns through Oklahoma when it was Indian Territory and carved his name on the place called Red Rock over 50 years ago, has passed into the Great Beyond. He leaves a wife, 3 sons and 4 daughters. One son Ed Rackley of Bell Ranch, N. Mex., Juel Rackley of Roll; 1 daughter of Ft. stockton, Texas; 1 daughter at Pecos, Texas.; all were present but one daughter. Burial Cheyenne Cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Pyeatt Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2665 Message Board Post: Thomas Henry Pyeatt, who has been a resident of this city for several years departed this life last Friday morning after suffering for a long time with cancer. Everything possible was done to prolong his life and cure the dread diease, but it continued to eat away his vitality until the end came at his home in the northeastern part of the city on last Friday, December 11, 1925. At the time of his death he was fifty-six years of age, born in 1869. He was a member of the Methodist Church, South, at this place, having professed faith in Christ many years ago and lived faithful until the end. He leaves to mourn his loss a wife and children, two brothers and two sisters, besides a host of friends. The funeral service were conducted by Rev. D.T. Knight, pastor of the Methodist church at this place after which the remains were laid to rest in the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma Saturday afternoon. (Cheyenne Star Dec 12, 1925)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Purcell, Ludixer, Vaught, Andre, Giddens, Breeding Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2664 Message Board Post: Charles A. Purcell was born in Plains, Collin County, Texas, March 22, 1863 and died in Wheeler, Texas July 23, 1927, at the age of 64 years, 4 months and 1 day. He was married to Adell Ludixter of Plano, Texas, October 9, 1884. To this union were born 9 children two of whom have preceeded him to the Great Beyond. He moved to western Oklahoma with his family in 1903 and settled on the place 5 l/2 miles southwest of Rankin where they resided until February 1926, moving to Wheeler, Texas where he resided until his death. He was converted in 1893 into the First Baptist Church of Liberty, Texas under the preaching of Rev. E. Newden and was ordained deacon of the church. Interment was made in the White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. He leaves to mourn his untimely death, his wife and three sons, Homer, Bert and Ernest Purcell, and four daughters, Mrs. S.C. Vaught, Mrs. J.E. Andre, Mrs Norvel Giddens and Mrs. Frank Breeding besides a host of friends and loved ones.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Prestridge Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2663 Message Board Post: George Raymond, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Prestridge who resides on their farm adjoining our city, died last Saturday. He was born at Mountain View Oklahoma, January 2, 1899, and was afflicted with meningitis at eight days old, leaving him an invalid, and remained in this afflicted state furing his entire life. On account of his physical condition he never developed as other children and was looked upon by the Prestridge family as a baby during his life of eighteen years. He was an invalid but the idle of the family, which mades his demise a severe blow to the bereaved. All recognize the fact that he is much better off now as he is basking in the sunshine of God's holy presence. It seems that he was only born into this world to suffer and die, but the Father has a purpose in bringing George Raymond into the world and we feel that, that mission has been performed and God has said it is enough and has taken him home. The remains were laid to rest in the Cheyenne Cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma Sunday afternoon after the funeral services were conducted at the Prestridge home by Rev. W.B. Gilliam, pastor of the Methodist church at this place. (Cheyenne Star April 5, 1917)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Prestridge Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2662 Message Board Post: On Sunday June the 5th, 1932 just at the close of day, the death Angel came and called little Marguerette Louise Prestridge away. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larkin Prestridge, Louise, had been with these proud parents, brothers and sisters since December 16, 1931. Baby Louise had suffered more than two weeks from a spider bite. On Tuesday Mary 24, they brought her to the home of Senator and Mrs. Alvin Moore that she might be near the doctor, but with all the care that the doctors and loving hands could do, the great GTime-Keeper took our little rose and transplatned her among the roses that never wither or die. And since she has gone where she feels no pain, let us not indulge in too much gried. The soul is incapabel of death. And she, like a bird not long enough in her cage to become attached to it, is free to fly away to purer air. For when the young die, their souls go at once to a better and Divine state. Since we cherish a trust like this, let our outward actions be in accord with it, and let us keep our hears pure and our minds calm. The Peraly Gates were opened, A gentle voice said come, And with faarewells unspoken She calmly entered home. (Cheyenne Star June 9, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Prestridge, West Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2661 Message Board Post: Larkin Prestridge, an old resident of the Strong City community passed away last Monday morning after a lingering illness of several years. His trouble was Bright's Diseade and it had caused much suffering at different times. During the past few weeks he had been confined to his bed, requiring constant attention. Uncel Lar, as he was familiarly known, was never married, yet he was not inclined to live a hermit life, but rather enjoyed the company of his fellow men to the extnet that he endeared himself to all who knew him. He was considered a good manager to the extent that he was one of our most substantial citizens. He leaves to mourn his death two brothers, George Prestridge of this city and Andy Prestridge of Strong City, one sister Mrs. John West of Strong City. Besides the brothers and sister there are a large number of nieces and nephews and a host of warn friends who mourn his going. The funeral semon was preached at the Baptist church at Srong City after which the body was brought to the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma for burial. The Odd Fellows Lodge of Cheyenne of which he was a member, performed the funeral rites of the order. (Cheyenne Star September 10, 1931)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Posey, Hanna, Scrivner Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2660 Message Board Post: Isiah T. Pose was born in Collin County, Texas October 15, 1889. In later years he came to Oklahoma. He was married to Miss Alice Lena Hanna at Sayre, Oklahoma, November 2, 1909 and to this union three children were born. Mr. Posey obeyed the gospel and united with the Church of Christ when a young man of 18 years and he lived a useful Christian life. He had lived in the Reydon community for 34 years and his many friends will miss him greatly. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice Posey of the home address; one daughter, Mrs. Mattie E. Scrivner of Newton, Kansas; two sons, Travis L. and Calvin H. Posey of Beuna Park, California; thre grandchildren, also six sisters and three brothers and many other relatives and friends. A precious one from us has gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, that never can be filled. Services were held Thursday, December 4, 1947 from the Community Building at Reydon, Oklahoma, with Fatheree Funeral Home of Erick in charge of arrangements. Interment was in the White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Porterfield Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2659 Message Board Post: Fronia Porterfield was born in Gage County, near Sterling, Nebraska, October 9, 1890; died at Elk City hospital, January 1, 1927 at the age of 36 years, 2 months and 23 days. She was married to W.M. Porterfield on October 10, 1906. She leaves to mourn her departure husband, eight children, father, four brothers, two sisters, besides other relatives and many, many friends. The funeral occured at the Baker cemeterin in Union Ceneter District, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, Sunday January 2, 1927 at 10 o'clock with Rev. Settle of Strong City conducting the service after which the body was laid to rest to await the resurrection morning. (Cheyenne Star January 6, 1927)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Porter, Gabbart Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2658 Message Board Post: James M. Porter was born on August 30, 1850 in the state of Alabama. He came to Texas when a boy and there grew to manhood. He came to Oklahoma Rpil 19, 1892 Unclie Jimmie was married and three children were born to this union. they are Robert, Henry, and Mrs Affie Gabbart and the mother died on september 30, 1888. He passed away on the morning of March 24, 1932 leaving a host of relatives and several grandchildren and many, many friends. He was a member of the Baptist church and lived a Christian life for many years. His funeral was preached in the auditorium of the Durham schoolhouse after which he was laid to rest in the Fairview Cemetery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. There were many beautiful flowers from his many friends which proved the honor and esteem which they held for him. (Cheyenne Star, April 7, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Poore, Puryear, Wood Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2657 Message Board Post: Sallie C. Puryear was born in Hunt County, Texas February 21, 1871 Died May 23, 1928. She moved with her parents to Roger Mills county where she made a homestead on a claim on the Buffalos in 1898. She taught school for a number of years often riding horse back across the prarier to her school. She was zealouse in her work having the interest of her pupils very much at heart. She was married to Robert a. Poore in 1910. To this union waas born one son Robert M. aged 15 years. Her husband preceded her to the Great Beyond in 1919. Hers was a useful and unslefish life until she suffered a partial mental breakdown two years ago from which she never recovered. She leaves to cherish her memory her son Rober M. Poore and a sister Mrs. C.A. Wood, both of Grimes, Oklahoma and a brother Jim Puryear of sansacra, South Dakota, besides relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. S.f. Lancaster at the Berlin school house, after which the remains were laid away to rest in the Berlin cemetery, Berlin, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Platts, Pruitt, Garrison, Boswell Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2656 Message Board Post: Lula Pruitt Platts was born May 5, 1874 at Pierce City, Mo. and quietly passed away at her home near Roll, Dec. 6, 1929. She was united in marriage to Joseph Platts December 21, 1894. To this union were born one daughter Bessie Garrison and two sons, Hugh of Shidler, Oklahoma and Verne who still ived with his parents. Besides the husband and children she leaves o mourn her loss two grandchildren, Anna and Irene Garrison, one sister Mrs. Hattie Pruitt Boswell of Pierce City, Mo., William Pruitt of Gracemont, Oklahoma and Louis Pruitt of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In 1903 she came with her family to Oklahoma settling on the farm on which they had resided till death called her away. In early life she united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church of Pierce City Mo. and lived a consistent Christian life, was always a kind and loving wife and mother, always thoughful for the comfort of others and to know her was to love her. She ran the journey of life in a little more than 55 years. It was a path marked with love and kindness, flowers not thorns, sunshine not shadows, she scattered everywhere. Truth was the inspiration of her life and by kindness she exemplifeid its great worth. The floral offerings were beautiful tributes of love. A large assembly of friends was present at the funeral services, which were conducted by Rev. C.E. Rhoads of Cheyenne, December 7, 1929. She was tenderly laid to rest in the Silent Home Cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star Dec. 12, 1929)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Pierce Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2655 Message Board Post: A.F. Pierce of Hammon, died at the home of his son, Brid Pierce, traveling salesman for C.B. & R., wholesale grovery company of clinton, last Wednesday morning at the hour of 3 o'clock. Mr. Pierce has been afflicted for a number of years with tuberculosis, but not until the last year has this dread malady caused him any great uneasiness. About a year ago it seemed to develop into a quick consumption and his days for this workd seemed to be few as his sufferings became more intense. He gradually grew weaker and weaker until the death angel came to convey his spirit to that place prepared for the redeemed. Mr. Pierce was born in Tennessee in 1855, where he spent his early life. He came to this city in 1903 and became an honored citizen. He made this his home until after his wife crossed the silent river in 1913. Since that time he has made his home with his son, Bird Pierce, at Hammon. Mr. Pierce was a mber of the Baptist church at this place at the time of his death and had been for several years. Before he made his departure into the great beyond he expressed himself as being ready to meet his maker. He became an Odd Fellow at this place in 1903 and has been a firm believer in the principles of the order every since. This order conducted the closing ceremonies at the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma in a very impressive way. A large number of Odd Fellows from Hammon assisted in the cermonies and appeared in the procession. Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church in this city by Rev. J.M. Wileman, assisted by Rev. Depew, Methodist pastor at Hammon.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Penrod, Graves Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2654 Message Board Post: Last Sunday five or six small boys of this palde went out for an all-day hunt or outing. They took with them some coffee and other things to eat and also a target to hunt with. they had spent the day very pleasantly until about 3 o'clock when something went wrong with the gun. Little LaRoy Graves had the gun and was attempting in his childish way, to fix it, when Arley Penrod one of the party, walked in front of the gun just as LaRoy pulled on the triger the bullet took effect in the heart of Arley and death was instantaneous. All of the boys excetp LaRoy came to towm for a doctor, he alone stayed to render what ever assistance he could to his littleplaymate. It was not long until he was convinced that Arley was dead, and he then came to town broken hearted over the fact that he had killed his playmate. LaRoy is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Graves of Magdalena N.M., who recently arrived in this city to visit. Arley Penrod was the little 12 year old son of Mrs. Penrod of our town. This should prove a lesson to little boys as well as to parents. Guns, though they be of a small calibre are dangerous. A twenty-two target will kill just as quickly as a high powered rifle, therefor should not be placed in the hands of children. Rev. Dellinger of Arapahoe, pastor of the presbyterian church at this place conducted the funeral services at the Methodist church Monday afternoon. The remains were laid to rest in the Cheyenne cemetery, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star December 20, 1917)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Parker, Davis, Gillilans Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2653 Message Board Post: John M. Parker was born August 18, 1873 at Spurgeon, Indiana and died December 26, 1932 at Cheyenne, Oklahoma. Mr. Parker was married to Miss Ollie Davis on October 10, 1895. Besides the wife he leaves to mourn his going, two daughters, Miss Norma and Mrs. Charles Gilliland and a grandson, five years old. Mr. Parker came to Roger Mills county twenty-eightr years ago and homesteaded northwest of Roll, a farm which he owned until the time of his death. He resided in Strong City a few years, being engaged in the oil business. He was appointed jailer and office deputy by Sheriff Hancock and on the death of Mr. Hancock was named Sheriff of the county on May 26, 1930. In November of that year Mr. Parker was elected sheriff. As an official he conducted the affairs of the office in such a manner as to meet the approval of the entire citizenship regarless of party affliciations. He was courageous, tireless, fearless, and conscientious. Early last year he suffered an attack of penumonia from which he never fully recovered. However, he conducted the affira of the office until May when he became bedfast. From then on he directed the affairs of the office from his bed for a time. But, during the last dew months the work has been carried on through undershiff Bradshaw and deputies. This entire force was very loyal to Mr. Parker sparing him every possible cause of worry. A few days peior to his death he had expressed his appreciation of their faithfulness. Mr. Parker suffered from an enlarged heart and hardening of the arteries. During his long illness he was cared for by his faithful wife and other members of his family. He was patient uncomplaining, and cheerful. He passed away while in a peaceful sleep. The one great eulogy that can be said of John Parker is that he was a good man a man who always did what he thought was right. He was a devoted husband and father and a loyal and true friend. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon in the Baptist church which was crowded to its capacity. Rev. J.H. Bradley delivered the sermon. Deputies of Mr. Parker actred as pall bearers. Burial was made the Silent Home cemetery, Roll, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma under the auspices of the I.O.O.F. Lodge of which Mr. Parker had long been a member. The entire county grieves with the family in the passing of a worthy citizen. (Cheyenne Star December 29, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Owen, Seier Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2652 Message Board Post: John Thomas Owen Jr., affectionately called J.T. the young son of Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Owen of Reydon, was born in Reydon March 22, 1930, and brightened the lives of all he met until February 27, 1932, when he grimly closed his eyes on this life in a hosptial in Amarillo. About two weeks prior to his death a serious glandular trouble developed in his throat. Nothing that skill or love could devise was left undone butr all in vain. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. H.H. Cody of Cheyenne in the Methodist Church at Reydon. The casket covered with flowers, which held the remains of little j.T., was laid to rest in the Rankin cemetery, while the cori sand, "All His Jewels, precious jewels". There are left to mourn his loss his parents Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Owen, his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Owen and Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Seier and a large number of aunts and uncles and friends. The funeral was directed by Spurlin of Erick. Burial in White Rose Cemetery, Reydon, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. (Cheyenne Star March 3, 1932)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Otts, Taylor, Maben, Lawson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2651 Message Board Post: Leanna Taylor was born february 24, 1861 at Saltvulle, Va, and passed away at her home south of Cheyenne, Oklahoma, July 8, 1947 at the age of 86 years, four months and 14 days. She was united in marriage to M. Otts, December 26, 1878 at Weatherford, Texas. She and her husband, in the early days, moved to this county and homesteaded seven miles south of Cheyenne where she made her home untiil her death. Her husband and seven children preceded her in death. Those remaining to mourn her passing are her three daughters, Mrs. Rosa Maben, Henyretta, Oklahoma; Mrs. Maudy Taylor, arcata, California; Mrs. phoebe Lawson, Cheyenne, Oklahoma. She also leaves three brothers and four sisters, 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, also a host of other relatives and friends. Grandmother Otis was a true friend to her neighbors and was always ready to lend a helping hand in time of sickness or sorrow as long as her health would permit in the edarly days when doctors were scarce in this part of the country she went in the wagon for miles to help the sick and needy and had the record of helping to bring over 100 babies into the world and would never take any pay for her work. She was loved by her neighbors and will be missed by all. Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ at Berlin by W.C. Klopfenstein and the remains were laid to rest in the Berlin Cemetery, Berlin, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. The Scroggins Funeral Home was in charge. (Cheyenne Star July 17, 1947)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Noblitt, Hawkins, Grant, Glover Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/5YB.2ACE/2650 Message Board Post: William J. Noblitt was born in Missouri on March 9, 1851 and died at his home near Durham, on March 7, 1927, at the age of 76 years. He was married to Matilda Hawkins, January 17, 1878. To this union twelve children were born, four preceding him in death, leaving the wife and eight children to mourn his departure. Mr. Noblitt was baptised into the Christian church at a very early age and lived a Christian life. Mr. Noblitt had been a resident of Roger Mills county living on a farm near Durham for twenty three years. He was a man highly respected by all. He was always ready to befriend a neighbor and to assist them in the time of illness or other need. He cardd for a large family of his own and then cared for several grand children. He lived a life of sacrifice and reaped a harvest of friendship among men. Mr. Noblitt was an active member of the Church of Christ and an upright Christian devoted to his religious convictions. A large crowd was present at his funeral. Services were conducted by Rev. Brewer of Hammon and talks were made by Guy Gabbert and W.R. Potter, both of Durham, after which he was laid to rest in the Fairview cemetery, Durham, Roger Mills County, Oklahoma. Those of the children present at the funeral were: Mrs. Myrtle Grant of Quannah, Texas, Mr. amd Mrs. Emery Noblitt of Pampa, Texas,Earl Noblitt of Perryton, Texas, Lee Noblitt of Alva, Oklahoma, Mrs. Glover and boys, Elva Noblitt. (Cheyenne Star March 23, 1927)