Brandon Kahle Beach

Brandon Kahle Beach was born Jan. 16, 1998, in Lawton to T.J. and Diane Beach. He died Monday, Jan. 17, at
Jackson County Memorial Hospital in Altus.

Brandon was a sports fanatic. He loved to play football, baseball, basketball and golf. Beach was a big Sooner
fan and he loved going to games with his family.

Beach enjoyed watching his two big brothers, Jason and Jordan, play football, baseball and basketball. He loved
to go to work farming with his dad and help his mom in the kitchen. His favorite things to make were pancakes and
cookies. Beach enjoyed playing with his brothers, friends and his cousins. He attended Sunday school at the First
Baptist Church of Altus.

We loved our Brandon dearly for the seven years and one day that he blessed our lives. We miss him so much
but know that he is with our heavenly Father.   

Beach is survived by his parents, T.J. and Diane Beach; four brothers, Jordan, Kory, Jason and Derek;
grandparents, Tommy and Jane Beach of Elmer, Nadine Voegeli of Lawton, Albert and Deanna Voegeli of
Indiahoma; great-grand parents, E.E. Dallmann of New Braunfels, and Myrtle Dallmann of Kewanee, Wisc.; 18
aunts and uncles, Eric and Carmen Voegeli of Draper, Utah, Dawn and Doug Hart of Pace, Fla., Michael and
Crystal Voegeli of Bridge City, Texas, , Christie and E.J. Dyer of Norman, Janice and Tim Hardwick of Altus,
Carolyn and Mark Haught of Elmer, Cindy and Bobby Wakeman of Elmer, Lori and Buddy Shook of Frederick; 11
cousins, Anthony, Matthew, Corbin and Delaney Voegeli, Rylee and Dylan Hart, Heath, Alyson and Kelsey
Haught, and Meagan and Molly Wakeman.

Visitation is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Thursday,
Jan. 20, at First Baptist Church with Dr. Jeff Moore officiating. Interment is at the Altus Cemetery under
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.  
LORRAINE BRINK

Anna Lorraine Brink, age 65, of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2006 in Oklahoma City
after a long-term illness.   

Lorraine was born on April 20, 1940 in Jellico, Tennessee to Raymond and Mahala (Conley) Jones.  Lorraine
married LTC (RET) Ronald H. Brink on February 27, 1960 in Knoxville, Tennessee.  Before her passing,
Lorraine and Ron enjoyed  forty-five wonderful years of marriage.   

Lorraine and Ron moved to Altus in 1995 from Okmulgee. They were an Air Force family and lived in many
communities during Ron’s career.  Everywhere Ron and Lorraine lived she took care of the home and family
that she so dearly loved. Being involved in every activity that her children were engaged in she ran concessions
at youth sports, was a cheerleader mom, a Boy Scout den leader and a Girl Scout leader.  Lorraine cared
about people and was a full-time volunteer for the American Red Cross for over ten years at Fort Ritchie,
Maryland and Blytheville, Arkansas.  She was also a member of the Jaycettes.  

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Helen Jones.  Survivors include her husband
LTC (RET) Ronald H. Brink, daughters; Rhonda Lynn Wells and husband LTC Thomas Wells of Eastampton,
New Jersey, Nancy Marie Stone and husband Robert T. Stone of Dover, Pennsylvania, son; LTC Randy Brink
and wife Colleen of Wichita, Kansas, brothers; Raymond C. Jones, Jr. and wife Eunice of Marietta, Georgia and
Larry Jones and wife Gloria of Knoxville, Tennessee, three sisters; Betty Lou Swearengin and husband  Darrell
of Knoxville, Tennessee, Jane Garner and husband JB of Louisville, Tennessee, and Katherine Williams and
husband Jim of Knoxville, Tennessee.  Grandchildren include; Andrew Jared Wells, Stephanie Renée Wells,
Jessica Brink, Kevin Brink, David Brink, Thomas J. Stone, Jonathan R. Stone, and David K. Leibensperger.

Funeral services for Lorraine Brink will be held 10:30 am, Tuesday, January 16, 2006 at  the First United
Methodist Church of Altus with Reverend David Player officiating. Interment will be at 10:00 am, Wednesday,
January 18, 2006 at Fort Sill National Cemetery at Elgin, Oklahoma.  Arrangements are under the direction of
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The Family of Lorraine Brink will greet friends Monday, January 16, 2006 from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm at Lowell-
Tims Funeral Home.

Online tributes for Lorraine Brink may be made to www.Lowell-Tims.com
BRYCE

Heather Dawn Bryce, age 17, passed away early Sunday morning, January 22, 2006 as the result of a motor
vehicle accident in Kiowa County.

She was born November 16, 1988, in Altus, Oklahoma, to Gene and Patricia (Whelan) Bryce. Heather was
attending the Altus Public School System and was currently a junior at Altus High School.

A member of the First Baptist Church youth group, Heather was involved in many activities all of her life which
included Girl Scouts, 4-H, and was an honor student in elementary and junior high school. She previously was
on the dance team at Altus High School, a starter on the Altus High School Tennis Team, a member of Who-
Who’s of American High
School Students, and Young Women’s Leaders Club. Heather was also very active in her church youth group.
Heather loved listening to music, playing tennis, watching her dad race, snow skiing, water skiing, and was
looking forward to attending the Oklahoma Highway Patrol Cadet Lawmen’s Academy. Heather’s greatest
enjoyments were dancing and spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her dad and mom, Gene and Patricia Bryce of Altus, Oklahoma; one brother, Gene David
Bryce of Edmond, Oklahoma; one sister Kelly Lynn Bryce of Altus, Oklahoma; special sisters, Katie Peterson of
Edmond, Oklahoma, Lauren Smith of Altus, Oklahoma, Jenna West of Fairfax, West Virginia, and Amanda
Church of Altus, Oklahoma.  She is also survived by her grandparents, David and Karen Bryce of Altus,
Oklahoma, Louise Adams of Cushing, Oklahoma; great-grandparents, Katherine and Big Gene Bryce, Marie
Bell, and  Frances Kendall, all of Altus, Oklahoma; aunts and uncles, David and Connie Slaton of Mangum,
Oklahoma, Jackson Alexander of Altus, Oklahoma, Dennis Swarthout of Altus, Oklahoma, Hope and Corey
Romines of Bessie, Oklahoma, Amanda Dawn Rawlins of Seymour, Texas; and special family friends, Bobby and
Kea Smith of Altus, Oklahoma, and Mama and Daddy West of Fairfax, West Virginia.

She was preceded in death by her aunt, Theresa Rinker, uncle John Phelps, grandpa David Whelan, great-
grandma, mam-maw Bradley,  and great-grandpa Glen Bell.

Funeral Services for Heather Bryce are scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. at the First
Baptist Church.  Interment will follow at Restlawn Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

The family of Heather Bryce will greet friends Tuesday evening January 24, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

On line tributes can be made to the family of Heather Bryce at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Lillie Pearl Burris

Lillie Pearl Burris, age 54 of Altus, Oklahoma passed away Friday, January 21, 2005 at  Jackson County
Memorial Hospital.  She was born December 31, 1950 in Clinton, Oklahoma to William and Isabell (Brown)
Burris.  
Lillie had several hobbies she enjoyed especially collecting coins,
jewelry and spending time with her family and friends.  She was a member of the Church of Christ.
Lillie leaves to cherish her memories; her mother Isabell of the home in Altus, Oklahoma, her father William
Burris of Snyder, Oklahoma; seven children, Cynthia Parrish and husband Eric of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma,
Steve Burris and wife Nichole of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, LaDonna McAlester and husband Charles of
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Carl Burris of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Tanera and Tasha Burris of Lawton,
Oklahoma, Willie Burris of Altus, Oklahoma; two brothers, Ken Burris and wife Sherrill of Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma and William Burris, Jr. of the home in Altus, Oklahoma. She is also survived by three sisters, Linda
Burris of Altus, Oklahoma, Pat Goodlow and husband Charles of Altus, Oklahoma and Charlotte Harvey of
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; twenty grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Services for Lillie Burris are scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. in the
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel with Minister James Steward officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus City
Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
The family of Lillie Burris will greet friends Tuesday January 25, 2005 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home.
Tributes can be made to the Lillie Burris family at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Monnie Louise Burlingame

Monnie Louise Burlingame age 74, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2006, at Cape Coral, Florida.
She was born March 9, 1931, to Guy Newcomb and Eddie Nolan in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
On September 21, 1948, Monnie Louise Newcomb and George Burlingame Jr. were united in marriage in
Mertzon, Texas.
Monnie Louise is survived by her husband George Burlingame Jr. of the home, one daughter Sandra Garland
and husband George of Cape Coral, Florida, six sons, Dennis Burlingame and wife Donna of Omaha, NE,
George Burlingame and wife Renne of Anchorage, Alaska, Clifford Burlingame of Anchorage, Alaska, Ralph
Burlingame of Gulfport, Miss, Mark Burlingame and wife Michelle of Goldsboro, NC and Roy Burlingame of  
Goldsboro, NC, one sister-in-law, Marjorie Roller of New Concord, OH, and one sister Rhedia Sprowl of Altus,
Oklahoma. She is also survived by fifteen grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, two nieces and nephews,
other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 24, 2006 at 10:00 am at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel,
Interment will follow at Altus City Cemetery, under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
**Family visitation will be held Thursday, February 23, 2006 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home.
On line tributes can be made to the family of Monnie Louise Burlingame at www.lowell-tims.com
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BONDS

Zena Leota Bonds, age 88 of Altus, passed away early Thursday morning, September 14, 2006 at Jackson County
Memorial Hospital.

Leota was born on November 18, 1917, to James Alexander and Hattie Loucinda (Stephens) Henderson at
Pleasant Point near Friendship, Oklahoma.  Graduating from Pleasant Point High School, she married Howard
Bonds in Hollis on September 14, 1937, and they spent fifty-eight wonderful years together before his death in
1996.  Leota will be remembered by many for over twenty years of cooking for the Altus Public Schools at Wilson
and Rivers Elementary Schools.  Leota and Howard ran the Altus Bus Station for many years where she also
cooked in the Bus Station Café.   A member of the Duke First United Methodist Church, Leota loved her God and
enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music.  Fishing, camping and spending time with her family whom she
dearly loved were her favorite pastimes.  Known as the Atlanta Braves number one fan, Leota could always take in
a game of baseball.

Preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Howard, a son, Doug in 1990, three brothers, Claude Henderson,
Orville Henderson and Arlie Henderson, she is survived by two children, Shirley Miller and husband Jerry of Altus
and Harold Bonds and wife Janie of Elk City; four grandchildren, Clift Miller and wife Teresa of Altus, Dawn Rene
Rinehart and husband Jim of Marina, California, Steve Bonds and wife Misty of Elk City and Neil Bonds and wife
Heather of Blair; three great grandchildren, Natalie Camp, Kurt Rinehart and Ashleigh Bonds; one great-great
grandson, Noah Camp; one sister-in-law, Pauline Eccles of Heber Springs, Arkansas; one brother-in-law, Felix
Bonds of Holladay, Utah along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services for Zena Leota Bonds will be Saturday, September 16, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home Chapel with Jerry Don Henry officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the direction of
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Leota Bonds at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BURBANK        

James Albert Burbank, Sr., age 89 of Altus, passed away at his home Saturday evening, October 14, 2006.

Mr. Burbank was born on June 24, 1917, to Albert Lee and Grace Elizabeth (Dalton) Burbank in Ordway,
Colorado.  He graduated from Cathedral High School in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and later from Sioux Falls
College.  After serving his country in the United States Navy, Mr. Burbank spent over forty years with Northern
States Power as a water chemist for the power plant.    He married Phyllis Jane Cheney on November 4, 1939,
and they spent sixty-six wonderful years together before his death.  Mr. Burbank enjoyed being part of the
Cathedral Choir of Sioux Falls, the Western Oklahoma State College Chorus in Altus, being a scoutmaster,
camping, hiking, woodworking and being an amateur astronomer.

Preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Lillian Schlueter and a son, Charles A. Burbank, he is survived by
his wife, Phyllis; eight children, James Burbank, Jr. of Altus, David Burbank of Altus, Peter Burbank of Lexington,
Kentucky, Denise Burbank of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Daniel Burbank of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Christopher
Burbank of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Michelle Burbank of Aurora, Colorado and Annette Burbank of Aurora,
Colorado; fourteen grandchildren; three great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

A rosary will be conducted on Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at 7 p.m. at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church with
Father Joe Arledge officiating.  A Funeral Mass will be conducted on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 11 a.m.
with Father Joe Arledge officiating with Lowell-Tims Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.  Burial will follow
at a later date in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Online tributes may be made to the family of James Albert Burbank, Sr., at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BULRISS

Lawrence Casper Bulriss, age 70 of Altus, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2006, at Jackson County
Memorial Hospital.

Larry was born on April 4, 1936, to Archie and Evelyn (Garrne) Bulriss at Moores, New York.  A veteran of the
United States Air Force, Larry married Mary Thornton on April 4, 2000, in Vernon, Texas.  After his retirement
from the military, Larry spent several years as a maintenance / contracting inspector with civil service.  He had a
variety of interest such as riding his motorcycle, was an avid Nascar fan, enjoyed history, old westerns and
collecting eagles.  Larry was proud of his career in the military, but he spoke with more pride about his family and
friends.  However, he would pretend to be offended if he was called a “Yankee”.  One of his favorite pastimes was
teasing others.  Larry will be remembered for his sense of humor, but he will be missed for the way he touched
the lives of others.  

Preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Thelma Ashline and the mother of his daughter, Betty J. Bulriss,
Larry is survived by his wife, Mary, of the home; one sister, Georginna Castine and husband Donald of New York;
two brothers, Clifford Bulriss and wife Joan of New York and Clarence Bulriss and wife Judy of New York; five step
children and many grand children, nephews, nieces, other relatives and a host of friends whom he dearly loved.

Funeral services for Larry Bulriss will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006, at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home
Chapel at 2 p.m. with Rev. David Player officiating.  Internment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the
direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The family of Larry Bulriss will greet friends at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home from 6 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday,
October 25, 2006.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Larry Bulriss at www.Lowell-Tims
BAEZA

Mateo V. Baeza, age 74 of Altus, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2006, at St. Anthony Hospital in
Oklahoma City.  

Mr. Baeza was born on September 21, 1932, in Mexico to Tiofilo and Felicitas (Valeriano) Baeza.  In 1952, he
married his wife, Patricia, and they spent forty-eight wonderful years together before her death in 2000.   
Moving to the Altus area in 1969, Mateo farmed and worked in the agriculture business until his death.  Known
for his hard work, Mateo was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family
and friends.   

Preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two sons, Esmundo and Artemio and one daughter, Fransisca,
Mateo is survived by nine children, Armando Baeza of Mexico, Eddie Baeza and wife Victoria of Dumas, Texas,
Elodia DelaCruz of Norman, Oklahoma, Hortencia (Tisha) Crowder of Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Gracie Martinez
and husband Raul of Altus, Delia Jackson of Wichita, Kansas, Robert Baeza and wife Dori of Amarillo, Texas,
Israel Baeza and wife Barbara of Amarillo, Texas and Jose (Freddie) Baeza of Houston, Texas; two sisters,
Petra Avila and husband Juan of Mexico and Lilia Rodriguez of Andrews, Texas; three brothers, Urbano Baeza
and wife Arcelia of Midland, Texas,  Domingo Baeza of Stratford, Texas and Ismael Baeza and wife Jesus of
Mexico; sixteen grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and a host of cousins, nephews, nieces other
relatives and friends.  

A wake for Mateo V. Baeza will be held at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home at 7 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2006.  
Funeral services will be Saturday, at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel at 4 p.m. with Rev. Federico Pena
officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of
Altus.  

Online tributes may be made to the family of Mateo V. Baeza at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BELL

Mildred Marie Bell, age 93 of Friendship, passed away Thursday afternoon, November 2, 2006 at her home.

Mrs. Bell was born on June 22, 1913, in Humphrey to Edward Orb and Margaret Levisa (Garrett) Morris.  She
attended Humphrey School and later married the love of her life, Robert Glen Bell, on June 27, 1931, in Greer
County. She met Glen on the Friendship School playground where her sister, Mabel, taught.  Mrs. Bell was
employed at Friendship and Navajo Schools for a time, and later worked at Jackson County Memorial Hospital,
Altus High School and retired as the cafeteria manager at Southeast Junior High on March 1, 1980.  During
retirement, she enjoyed traveling to see her family, knitting, crocheting and quilting, but her most cherished times
were the ones spent with her family whom she dearly loved.  Marie was also honored with Who’s Who Among
Students in American Junior College for nearly 25 years of Water Aerobics at Western Oklahoma State College.  
During her entire life, Marie never lived where she could not see her beloved Navajo Mountains.  She was also
very active in the Friendship Baptist Church where she was the longest attending, active member.

Mrs. Bell was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Glen in 1970, one daughter, Sharon Pool, in 1997,
a granddaughter Cynthia Nathe in 1972 and two great granddaughters, Heather Bryce and Bree Giles in 2006,
four sisters, Mabel Minor, Faye Bower, Martha Lewis (Jayne) Smith and Lula May Morris and two brothers, James
Raymond Morris and William Floyd Morris.  

Survivors include her seven children, Martha Ann Vanderslice and husband Carson of Marlow, Glenna Nathe of
Lawton, Janet Billington and husband Grady of Madera, California, Reba Conrad and husband Dale of McKinney,
Texas, Judy Gramling of Denton, Texas, Karen Bryce and husband David of Altus and Sonny Bell and wife Elaine
of Burkburnett, Texas; twenty grand children; forty-two great grandchildren and eight great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Mildred Marie Bell will be at 2 p.m, Monday, November 6, 2006 at the Friendship Baptist
Church with Rev. Madison Clinton officiating.  Internment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the direction
of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The family of Mildred Marie Bell will greet friends at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home on Sunday, November 5, 2006
from 4 until 5:30 p.m.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Mildred Mare Bell at www.Lowell-Tims.com  
Johnathon Peter Baartman

Johnathon Peter Baartman, age 26, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Johnathon was born and raised in Altus, he attended the Altus Public Schools and graduated from Altus High
School in 1999. After high school he attended the S.W. Technology Center in the administrative assistant
course and the Wrights School of Business in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Johnathon’s greatest enjoyment was spending time with his son Cam’ron, his family and friends. He was of the
Protestant faith.
He is survived by his son Cam’ron of Cache, Oklahoma; father Lyle Baartman of Altus, grandparents Pete and
Shirley Baartman of Altus. Johnathon is also survived by one sister Jessika Shay and husband John of
Stillwater, Oklahoma, Jeremiah Baartman and wife Angel of Altus, Oklahoma; and a host of aunts, uncles,
cousins, and many friends.
Private family service will be held at a later date.
The family of Johnathon Baartman will greet friends Tuesday, November 7, 2006 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Lowell-
Tims Funeral Home.
On line tributes can be made to the family of Johnathon Baartman at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Arrangements are under the directions of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
Paul Joseph Beaulieu

Paul Joseph Beaulieu, 61, of Altus, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2006, at his home.
P.J. was born on June 1, 1945, in Central Falls, Rhode Island, to Gerard Joseph and Bertha (Tangue) Beaulieu.
At the age of 18, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he went on to become an aircraft hydraulic
system mechanic. He served three tours in Vietnam, where he earned several awards to include an Air Force
Commendation Medal, an Air Force Achievement Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters, and a Good Conduct Medal
with six Oak Leaf Clusters. He reenlisted numerous times and served a total of 22 years for his country. While in
the service, P.J. earned his Associates Degree in Applied Science from the Community College of the Air Force
and his Masters Degree in Economics from the University of Maryland. After the Military, P.J. worked as a Civil
Service employee for several bowling centers throughout Europe as manager. Some of the places included San
Veto, Italy, Incirlik, Turkey, Lajes Field Azores Portugal, Altus AFB, and R A F Bentwaters, where he met his wife
Linda (Conway) Beaulieu. They married September 23, 1993, in Incirlik, Turkey.  
Preceded in death by his parents, P.J. is survived by his wife, Linda, of the home in Altus; six sons, P.J.
Beaulieu, Jr., Kenneth Beaulieu, Kevin Beaulieu, Colin Turnbull, Robert Turnbull, and Richard Turnbull. He is
also survived by ten grandchildren, Noah, Joshua, Andrew, Kenny, Josh, Angelica, Diego, Dartanyan, Malachi,
and Jordan.


A Rosary will be held 7:00 pm, Wednesday, November 15, at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Altus.

The Funeral Mass for P.J. Beaulieu will be 11:00 am, Thursday, November 16, at the Prince of Peace Catholic
Church with Reverend Joseph H. Arledge officiating.  Arrangements are with Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.


Online tributes may be made to the family of P.J. Beaulieu at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Barber

Gail Everett Barber, 68, of Hollis, formerly of Enid, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2006, in Lawton,
Oklahoma.
Gail was born February 25, 1938, to Orville and Wilma (King) Barber in Satanta, Kansas.  He married Sara Ann
Courtney July 21, 1957, in Independence, Kansas, and they were blessed with the birth of twin boys, Greg and
Tim, September 8, 1958.
Gail worked for farm cooperatives for 34 years before retiring.  He was a member of the New Hope United
Methodist Church in Enid, Oklahoma.  He had recently attended the First United Methodist Churches of Hollis and
Gould where his wife is pastor.
Gail enjoyed making woodworking for others, especially the rocking horses for the grandchildren and other
children.
Survivors are his wife Sara of the home in Hollis, Oklahoma; two sons, Greg of Enid, and Tim of Perry; six
grandchildren, Scott of Perry, Michelle and her husband Curt Garrett of Alliance, Nebraska, Sarah, Courtney,
Joshua, and Rebekah of Alliance, Nebraska; five great-grandchildren, Kayla and Scott Barber, Jr. of Perry,
Aubrey and Austin Garrett of Alliance, Nebraska, and Mason Lunberry of Alliance, Nebraska; one brother Norville
and his wife Lois Barber of Caldwell, Idaho, and one sister Willa and her husband Amos Cott of Garden City,
Kansas; two sisters-in law, Ona Barber of Johnson, Kansas, and Betty Barber of Johnson, Kansas.  Gail is also
survived by a son adopted by heart, Richard Knight and his wife Heidi and their children Arick, Karissa, Andrew,
Kailene, and Kaitlyn of Enid, Oklahoma.  There were also many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents and two brothers, Edward and Kenneth Barber, both of Johnson, Kansas.


Funeral Services for Gail Barber will be 10:00 am Thursday, November 30, at the New Hope United Methodist
Church in Enid under the direction of Perry Funeral Home, Perry, Oklahoma.

Memorial Services will be held 2:30 pm Sunday, December 3, at the First United Methodist Church in Hollis with
Reverend Chuck Nordeen officiating.  Services are under the direction of our funeral home in Hollis, Ok-
Patterson Greer Funeral Home.

On line tributes may be made at www.lowell-tims.com
Bradford

Jim Curtis Bradford, 85, died Thursday, January 4, 2007, at his home in Duke.

Jim was born February 2, 1921, to Charlie and Doni (Leverett) Bradford in McQeen, Oklahoma. He graduated from
Duke High School in 1940. He married Juanita Hall on January 3, 1942, in Altus, Oklahoma. They had one
daughter, Sharley Deronda.

He entered the U. S. Army in July 1942 and completed medical training in El Paso, Texas.  He completed his dental
technician in March 1943. He served in England during World War II as a dental technician. He was honorably
discharged from the Army in 1946.

Jim returned to Duke and began farming and ranching. He was elected County Commissioner for Jackson County
in 1972 and served until 1982.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing dominoes, camping and trading. He was a lifelong member of the Duke First
Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge, Woodmen of the World and American Legion.  He
continued farming until his death.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers: Cecil, Clay, L. B. and Wayne; and one sister, Elsie.

He is survived by his wife Juanita Bradford of the home; one daughter, Deronda Warren and husband Reid of
Duke; three grandchildren, Brad Warren and wife Mary Jo of Altus, Todd Warren and wife Becky, and Lynne
Herron and husband Shanon, all of Duke; five great-grandchildren, Braden and Kasen Warren, of Altus, Alexis,
Lynzie and Teagan Herron of Duke; one sister, Gladys Foreman and husband Eugene of Altus; and many nieces
and nephews.

Funeral services will be at the Duke First Baptist Church on Sunday, January 7, 2007, at 2:30 p.m. with Brother
Ralph Chapman officiating.  There will be visitation on Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Arrangements are
under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.
BROWN

Lester Arno Brown, age 73 of Altus, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 25, 2007.  

Les was born on January 9, 1934, to Arno and Sarah McClements Brown in New York City, New York.  A veteran
of the United States Navy, Les and his family moved to Altus in the late 1960’s while working with Civil Service.  
During most of his time at Altus Air Force Base, Les worked on the electronic systems of the flight simulators.

Les was a member of the Amateur Radio Club, Lionel Train Club and the   B-17 Historical Society.  For
enjoyment, Les spent time making displays with his many trains, flying and working on and operating his amateur
radios.  

Preceded in death by his parents, Les is survived by one daughter, Leslie Anne Brown of Kenosha, Wisconsin;
two granddaughters, Catherine (Kat) Brown and Rebecca Brown of Kenosha, Wisconsin along with many friends.

Funeral services for Les Brown will be held at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 30, 2007, at Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home Chapel with Rev. David Player officiating.  Inurnment will follow at a later date with services under the
direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The family of Les Brown will greet friends at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home on Monday, January 29, 2007, from 5 until
6 p.m.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Les Brown at www.Lowell-Tims.com

BARBER

Shirley Ann Barber, age 70 of Blair, passed away at her home on Sunday, February 4, 2007.

Mrs. Barber was born on September 23, 1936, to E.B. and Juanita (Scruggs) Gardner in Tucson, Arizona.  
Raised in Southwest Oklahoma, she married Robert Lloyd Barber on May 18, 1956 and he preceded her in
death on June 19, 1995.  With Robert in the United States Air Force and a member of the United States Border
Patrol, they lived in many places and made many moves.  They moved back to Southwest Oklahoma in 1987, to
enjoy their retirement, but Shirley worked several years as an automation clerk for Airlift Training in Civil Service
before her full retirement.  Gardening, golf and reading were some of her hobbies, but being the “Nintendo
Grandma Queen” and spending time with her family and friends were her favorite pastimes.  

Preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son-in-law, Rick Howell, in 2006, she is survived by three
children, Jo Brazell of Blair, Jamie Howell of Corpus Christi, Texas and Robert Barber, Jr. and wife Josie of
Morristown, Tennessee; one sister, Nema Walker and husband Johnie of Blair; one brother, Bob Gardner and
wife Claudine of Grove, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Carter Brazell of Travis AFB, California, Shonda Brazell
of Blair, Sarah Howell of New Orleans, Louisiana, Robert Barber and Brandy Barber of Morristown, Tennessee
along with many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Shirley Ann Barber will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, February 8, 2007, at Lowell-Tims
Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Mitchell officiating.  Private inurnment services will follow at a later date
under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.  

The family of Shirley Barber will greet friends from 6 until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 7, 2007 at Lowell-
Tims Funeral Home.

Online tributes may be made to the family at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BROWN

Bennie Arvel Brown, age 68 of Altus, passed away early Monday morning, February 12, 2007, at English Village
Manor.  

Mr. Brown was born on September 13, 1938, at Kermit, Texas to Robert J. and Lorea (Hair) Brown.  He graduated
from Odessa, Texas High School and worked at various jobs until joining the United States Air Force in 1966.  On
April 29, 1967, he married Helen Epling at Odessa, Texas and lived in several places during his career.  In 1977,
they moved to Altus where he worked at Altus Air Force Base until his retirement in May of 1986.  After leaving
the Air Force, he began work for United Airlines as a C-5 Loadmaster Instructor.  Later changing their name from
United Airlines to Flight Safety, Bennie retired from that job in 1999.

Muzzle loading and shooting, fishing, watching television and attending and participating in Indian pow-wows were
some of his pastimes, but being with his family and friends was his favorite.  Bennie was a member of the National
Rifle Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, a 32nd Scottish Rite Mason, Past Master of Altus Lodge 62 and Past
Patron of the Altus Order of Easter Star Lodge 49.

Preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Bennie is survived by his wife, Helen; one son, Robert Brown
and wife Natasha; one granddaughter, Alexis Brown; two sisters, Dorothy Grizzard of Big Springs, Texas and Cora
Bell Shows and husband Dutch of Odessa, Texas; one brother, Robert Brown and wife Lawanda of Odessa,
Texas along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Bennie Arvel Brown will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 14, 2007, at Lowell-Tims
Funeral Home Chapel with Mark Morey officiating.  Internment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the
direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The family of Bennie Brown will greet friends on Tuesday evening, February 13, 2007, from 6 until 7 p.m. at
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Online tributes may be made to the family at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Gary Reed Barrett

Gary Reed Barrett was born in Altus, Oklahoma 12-24-1945, the first of five children born to Charles Reed
Barrett and Mary Ferne Caves Barrett.  Gary grew up on his parents’ farm, loving the outdoors.  At age 12 he
was baptized at Martha Baptist church.  He loved the Lord and felt called to be a preacher.  He graduated from
Martha High School in 1964.  He began attending college at Oklahoma Baptist University, where he met and
married Nancy Carolyn Golden.  They had two daughters, Kimberlee Anne and Rachel Suzanne.  He completed
his degree at Hardin Simmons in law enforcement in 1971.  During his life he worked in law enforcement in
Abilene, TX; Snyder, TX; Mesquite, TX; Douglas, WY; and Cody, WY and also worked undercover for the DEA
for a number of years.  He married his beloved wife Michelle Lynn Maupin in 1990.  In 1993 he adopted Michelle’
s daughter Kimberley Kay, then age six.  After marrying Michelle, he fulfilled a life-long dream of working on and
managing large ranches in South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming.  From 1999 to 2006 he and Michelle and
Kimberly K. returned to Oklahoma where they built a home outside Martha near the Salt Fork of the Red River.  
At the time of his death, he was living in Pueblo, CO.
Over his lifetime, Gary worked in trucking, ranching, farming and law enforcement.  Although he never had a
pulpit, he preached the love and mercy of Jesus Christ wherever he went.  His love of the Lord was magnetic
and genuine.  He understood hardship.  He understood redemption.  He was a faithful son, loving father, proud
grandfather and dear friend, beloved by many.  He never met a stranger.  His smile and ready laugh could light
up a room.  He wasn’t afraid to show emotion or affection, or to speak about matters of the heart and eternal
things.  
His family and friends rejoice that he is with the Lord, but he will be sorely missed.
Gary is survived by his wife Michelle Barrett; his parents, Charles and Ferne Barrett; his three daughters
Kimberlee A. (David) Barrett-Johnson, Rachel (Lewis) Hogan, and Kimberly K. Barrett; his seven grandchildren-
Joshua Hogan, Jacob Hogan, Jonathan Hogan, Adriel Barrett-Johnson, Shannon Kate Barrett-Johnson, Grace
Barrett-Johnson and Theophilus Barrett-Johnson; his two brothers, David (Carolyn) Barrett  and John Barrett;
his sister, Rita (Fred) Jackson his aunt and uncle, Chauncey and Ruth Barrett; his aunt Mary Caves; his
cousins, Dana (Joe) Gant  and Betty Barrett; Doug (Sherry) Caves, Linda (Tom) Archer, and Carl (Karen Kahn)
Caves;  his nieces and nephews: Andrea Barrett, Rebekah Barrett, Elizabeth Barrett, Christine Sloan, Nicholas
Jackson, Joseph Barrett, Hunter Barrett, Charlcey Barrett, Tyler Mitchell, and Thomas Maupin; his cousins
Melinda Burns, Lisa Hollin, Kevin Caves, Jeff Caves, Josie Caves, Jeremy Caves, and Eleanor Caves; his grand-
nieces and grand-nephews Ashley Sloan, Emily Sloan, Jonathon W. Barrett; Kristin Burns, Katie Burns, Barrett
Burns, Joshua Hollin, Hayden Hollin, Lauren Hollin, Luke Montgomery, Jake Montgomery; and mother-in-law
Sharon Maupin, brother-in-law Brad (WyLisa) Maupin.
He was preceded in death by grandparents Fred and Grace Caves; Charles and Eva Barrett.  By Aunt Frances
Caves; Uncle Morris Caves; Sister Rebekah Barrett; Father-in-law Thomas Maupin; nephew Jonathon D.
Barrett; niece Stephanie Montgomery.
Funeral services have been scheduled for 2:00 pm, Thursday, February 15, 2007, at First Baptist Church of
Altus with John Lingle and Dr. Jeff Moore officiating.  Interment will follow in the Blair Cemetery under the
direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.  
The Family will receive guests from 6:30 until 8 pm on Wednesday evening at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Wild West Cowboy Church, Pueblo, Colorado.  
Contributions received will be used to make a memorial gift to Eagle Summit Ranch, a non-profit rehabilitation
horseback therapy program for injured and disfigured veterans of the Iraqi war.  Contributions may be mailed to
Wild West Cowboy Church, 1025 S. Prairie Ave., Pueblo, CO 81003.

Online tributes may be made to the family at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Ethel “Irene” Bowman

Ethel “Irene” Bowman, age 78, of Blair, passed away Friday, March 2, 2007, at her home.
Irene was born June 14, 1928, in Atoka, Oklahoma, to Sam and Omie Annie (Furr) Aterberry.  She married
Jessie Bowman March 25, 1950, in Vernon, Texas.  They lived in Tipton, Oklahoma, for many years before
moving to Blair fifteen years ago.  
Irene was a wonderful homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother.  She loved to sew and listen to music.  She
also loved fishing and especially catching perch.  Irene was very fond of her dog “Bubba” and loved her family,
grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.        
Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jessie on February 18, 1999, two sisters, Eloise Dudley and
Joyce Williamson, and a daughter-in-law, Martha Bowman, Irene is survived by three sons, Jimmy Dale Pierson
and wife Deanna of Hobbs, New Mexico, Merlin Bowman of Denver, Colorado, Curtis Bowman of Wichita Falls,
Texas; one daughter, Nita Jo Everett of Blair; nine grandchildren, Chad Pierson, Travis Pierson, Kristy Bowman,
Merlin Lance Bowman, Keith Curtis Bowman, Jessica Mae Bowman, Cassie Spring, Jennifer Walker, and Jalynn
Walker; fifteen great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.


The family will greet friends on Sunday, March 4, 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home in Altus.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm, Monday, March 5, at the First Baptist Church in Tipton with Pastor Harold
Gaches officiating.  Interment will follow at the Tipton City Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home.


Online tributes may be made to the family of Irene Bowman at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Margaret Ellen Bex

Margaret Ellen Bex, 87 of Altus passed away Saturday, March 17, 2007 at Norman Regional Hospital in Norman,
Oklahoma.
She was born November 19,1919 in Frederick, Oklahoma to Helen (Archer) Meeks and John Logan Meeks.
Margaret graduated from Frederick High School in 1937 and later attended TWU in Denton, Texas.
On January 21, 1940 in Frederick,Oklahoma Margaret and F.F. “Chug” Bex were united in marriage. He
preceded her in death July 21, 1978.  Margaret had lived in the Altus community since March of 1964 moving
here from Frederick, Oklahoma.
She was a longtime member and past president of PEO-Chapter CM; Voguette Bridge Club, Thursday Bridge
Club. While living in Frederick she  served as an elder at the First Presbyterian Church; and was a longtime
member of the First Presbyterian Church in Altus.
She is survived by her daughter Jan of Norman, Oklahoma; two grandsons; Josh of Norman, Oklahoma, Michael
of Phoenix, Arizona; one sister-in-law Bess Dowdy, one niece Suzanne Kavanagh; two nephews John Dobbs
and Mike Dobbs; and several great-nieces and great-nephew. She is also survived by her precious GiGi.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister Joanne Dobbs.
Funeral Services for Margaret Bex are scheduled for Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. at the First
Presbyterian Church in Altus with Rev. Stacy Pitts officiating. Interment will follow in the Restlawn Cemetery
under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
The family of Margaret Bex will greet friends Monday, March 19, 2007 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lowell-Tims
Funeral Home.
On line tributes can be made to the family of Margaret Bex at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BAARTMAN

Peter C. Baartman, age 72, of Altus, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2007, at Jackson County Memorial
Hospital.

Pete was born on May 27, 2007, to Peter Jr. and Sadie (Mollema) Baartman at Middleburg, Iowa.  On
November 9, 1956, he married the love of his life, Shirley Mae Slykhuis, and they were married fifty wonderful
years before his death.  In 1969, the Baartmans moved to Altus from New Jersey while Pete was in the United
States Air Force.  In 1975, Pete retired and went to work for Altus Electric as an electrician.  He later
purchased the business and continued working until his death.  

Fishing and bowing were some of Pete’s pastime activities, but his favorite thing to do was spend time with his
children and grandchildren.  

Preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Johnathon Baartman in 2006, he is survived by his wife,
Shirley, of the home; five children, Les Baartman, Lyle Baartman, Lorin Baartman, Lynne Meyer and husband
Pat and Leanna McKee all of Altus; twelve grandchildren, Jamie Anthony, Joey Hixson and wife Lisa, Brandon
Baartman, Jeremiah Baartman and wife Angel, Christian Baartman, Rhonda Meyer, Stevie McKee, Halen
McKee of Altus, Tyler Baartman, Jennifer Baartman of Hawaii, Jennifer Shay and Rachelle Meyer of Stillwater;
eight great grandchildren, Cameron Gonzalez of Cache, Josiah Baartman of Hawaii, Mark Anthony, Ja’Lyn
Anthony, Kaden Baartman, Konner Baartman, Ayshlei Huerta and Javon Bostic of Altus; three sisters, Carina
Rozeboom of Sheldon, Iowa, Eleanor Grover of Sheldon, Iowa and Gloria VanOort and husband Harv of
Sanborn, Iowa and many other relative and friends.

Memorial services for Pete Baartman will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 21, 2007 at Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home Chapel with Rev. David Player officiating.  Inurnment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the
direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus.

The family will greet friends from 6 until 7:30 on Friday, April 20, 2007 at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Pete Baartman at www.Lowell-Tims.com
BUCK

Joe Buck, of Altus, civic leader, professional baseball player, and businessman, passed away Sunday, July 8,
2007, at his home following a courageous battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Eddie Joe Buck was born in Elmer, Oklahoma, on May 15, 1931, to Joe and Lola Mae Buck.  He grew up in Altus,
and is remembered by many for cycling his physically handicapped sister, Bettie Anne, on his bicycle handles to
Washington Elementary.  He lovingly took her to ball games and wherever he went.
Buck attended Altus Schools and graduated in 1940 at the age of 17.  His mentor, Bill Williams, recommended
Joe for a baseball scholarship at Oklahoma A & M, now known as Oklahoma State University.  He was a member
of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity in Stillwater, Oklahoma.  During his junior year, he signed a baseball contract with
the Boston Red Sox.  He graduated from Oklahoma A & M with a degree in economics.
Joe credits Eula and Clifford Peterson for the encouragement they and the First Baptist Church gave him
through his growing up years.
After college, Joe served two years in the Korean Conflict, then returned to the Red Sox.  He played ball until
1956.
In October of 1956, Joe received the opportunity to begin his career in Altus.  He entered into business with
Johnny Gregg Real Estate and Insurance.  It later became Gregg, Buck, & Roberson Agency, now know as
Century 21 Altus Prestige Realty.
For many years, Buck was actively involved in many civic endeavors in the community.  He served as president
of the Chamber of Commerce twice and as president of the Kiwanis Club twice.  He was president of the Altus and
Oklahoma Board of Realtors, seved on military affairs, and attended Altus Air Force committees regularly.
He served three years as an Altus Schools board member and was a deacon at the First Baptist Church, where
he also taught Sunday School for several years to high school boys.  Joe spearheaded the drive to build the
Industrial Park, and worked diligently to build the Southwest Technical Center.
In 1952, leading Oklahoma A & M to a Missouri Valley Conference Southern Division championship, Joe became
the first Oklahoman to earn All-American Baseball honors.  In 1992, Joe was in the first class to be inducted into
the Oklahoma State Baseball Hall of Fame in Stillwater.
Joe shared special times with his grandchildren when he took them to breakfast each Wednesday morning prior
to school.  After semi-retirement, Joe and Marilyn enjoyed motor homing throughout the U.S.
His family honored Joe on his 75th birthday with a golf tournament and luncheon at the Altus Elks and Country
Club.  This was a show of appreciation for Joe’s devotion to his family, as well as time and efforts in building “Altus
With A Future To Share”.
Joe Buck was preceded in death by his parents Joe & Lola Mae Buck, and his sister, Bettie Anne.  
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn of the home; his brother Bill Buck of New Orleans, La.; his children, Mary and
Billy Moore of Lubbock, TX, Gregg and Andrea Buck of Altus, Tina and David Cossey, Teri Philbrick and Toye
and George Mitchell, all of Edmond, OK.  His great pleasure was in being a grandparent to Whitney Mitchell
Nelson and her husband Jeremy, Carson Mitchell, Stacy and Brayden Buck, Megan Myers, Abbey and Bennett
Philbrick, and Jacob and Justin Cossey.
Services for Joe Buck will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, July 11, 2007, at the First Baptist Church in Altus.  Dr. Jeff
Moore will be officiating.  Interment will follow in the Restlawn Cemetery.  All arrangements are under the direction
of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
The family of Joe Buck will greet friends from 6 to 8 on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Online tributes may be made to the family of Joe Buck at www.Lowell-Tims.com .  The family request that
memorials may be made in Joe Buck’s name to the First Baptist Church Youth Group, 300 N. Main St. Altus, OK  
73521, or to the OK Medical Research Foundation, Lung Division, 825 Northeast 13th St., Oklahoma City, OK
73104.
Bobbie Lou Beets

Bobbie Lou Beets, age 91, of Altus, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, September 9, 2007 at Jackson County
Memorial Hospital  in Altus.  She was born June 13,1916 in Hollis Oklahoma  to Robert Nathan Morris and
Geneva (Duvall) Morris.
On November 2, 1940 Bobbie and Hamon Ira Beets were united in marriage.  Bobbie taught school at Eugene
Field in Altus for many years and was voted teacher of the year  before she retired in 1978.  After she retired
she volunteered at the hospital, was active with the United Methodist Women and the quilting club. Bobbie was
a charter member of Good Sams Club. She was longtime member of the First United Methodist Church in Altus.
She is survived by her loving husband H.I. Beets of sixty-six years; one son Charles Beets and wife Susan of
Benton, Arkansas; two sisters, Madeline McGee of Hollis, Oklahoma, Ruby Wooldridge of Mangum,Oklahoma;
daughter-in-law Merry Garner of Argyle, Texas. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, nine
great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter Elaine Berthelot, one son Jerry Beets; one
grandson DuWayne Beets and one brother C.L.Morris.
Funeral Services for Bobbie Lou Beets are scheduled for Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. in
the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Player officiating.  Interment will follow in the Altus City
Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
The family of Bobbie Beets will greet friends Tuesday evening September 11, 2007 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
On line tributes can be made to the family of Bobbie Lou Beets at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Barnes

  Leon Barnes, age 94, of Altus, died Monday, September 10, 2007.
  He was born in Hillsboro, Texas on December 24, 1912 to William C. and Etta Mae (Loftis) Barnes.  In 1914,
when he was two years old, the family moved to Jackson County and lived on various farms in and around the
Navajoe and Friendship communities.  He attended the Clabber Flats and White schools, later Ozark and
Friendship schools where he graduated as high school valedictorian in1932.  At Friendship he participated in
both basketball and baseball.  After graduation he attended business college in Oklahoma City.
  In 1934 he married his high school sweetheart, Beatrice Shackelford.  They settled on a farm in the
Friendship community.  He later also worked as a bookeeper and manager of the Friendship Co-Operative Gin.
Leon joined the Midway Methodist Church (Friendship Methodist) in 1933.  For over forty years he served as
Sunday School Superintendent and teacher.
  In 1972 they moved to Altus where he was a faithful member of the First United Methodist Church and also
active in the Senior Center.  His pastimes were playing dominoes and watching the Atlanta Braves baseball
games on TV.
  Leon loved his family, friends and his church.  He enjoyed telling stories and jokes, and was known for his
great sense of humor.
  He and Beatrice were married for fifty-nine years.  She preceded him in death in 1993.  He was also preceded
in death by his parents and three brothers; Virgil, L.B. and Elmer.
  Leon is survived by his daughter Twila Bearden and husband Edgar of Santa Fe,NM. four grandchildren; Lisa
Conley and husband David of Wentzville, Mo. Leah Bearden of Tacoma, Wa., Sherri Ansay and husband
William of Sun Prairie, Wi, Jaye Hawkins and husband Dean of Las Cruces, NM. six great grandchildren; Sarah
and Adam Conley; Monique and Rachel Ansay; and Callie and Hannah Hawkins.  He is survived by one sister
Bonnie Johnson of Altus, and other relatives and good friends.
  Funeral services for Leon Barnes are scheduled for Friday, September 14, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at the First
United Methodist Church with Rev. Margie Van Oostrum officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus City
Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
  The family of Leon Barnes will greet family and friends Thursday evening September 13, 2007 from 6:30 to
8:00 p.m. at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
  On line tributes can be made to the family of Leon Barnes at wwwLowell-Tims.com.
          
BLOOMBERG

John Donovan Bloomberg, age 88, of Altus, passed away late Friday evening, November 30, 2007, at Plantation
Care Center in Altus.

Mr. Bloomberg was born on July 29, 1919, in Frankfort, Kansas to
John Albert Benjamin and Beulah May (Davis) Bloomberg. A graduate of
Walthena, Kansas, John had a successful football career while maintaining a farming job during school.
Following graduation, he moved to Dearborn, Missouri where he continued to farm until February of 1942, when
he was drafted into the United States Army. During the next two and half years, John served his country in
several locations in the Asia-Pacific Theater including two times at Guadalcanal.  Earning the Bronze Star, Good
Conduct Medal, the APTC Ribbon and the Combat Infantry Badge, he was discharged in October 1944 and
returned to Dearborn to farm. After a short
time in farming, John began working in the grocery business and
continued in that vocation for the next twenty-five years before owning and
operating Flavor Maid Donut Shops in three different locations.
After retiring in the mid 1990's he moved to Altus where he made his home until his death.

John is survived by two children, Elizabeth Jean Karr and husband
Larry of Colorado Springs, Colorado and John Dwain Bloomberg and wife
Terri L. of Headrick, Oklahoma; six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren;
one brother, David Bloomberg and wife Doris of Dearborn, Missouri along with many nieces, nephews, cousins,
other relatives and friends.

A memorial service for John Donovan Bloomberg will be held at 7
p.m., Tuesday, December 4, 2007, at Grace United Methodist Church with
Rev. George Lupton officiating. The family request in leu of flowers donations be made to the John D. Bloomberg
Memorial Fund at Grace United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral
Home and Crematory of Altus.  Online tributes may be made to the family at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Thomas Brown

Thomas (Tom) Brown of Olustee passed away at Jackson County Memorial Hospital Monday, March  17, 2008.
Tom was born October 16, 1917 to Waters and Eva (Clinton) Brown in Ardmore Oklahoma.  Tom married his wife
Neg (Muse) Brown on May 6, 1941 in Altus, Oklahoma.  They were married for 66 years.  Tom owned and
operated Tom’s Station in Olustee for 40+ years from 1959 until his retirement in 2002.  Tom also served the City
of Olustee as Fire Chief for 20+ years.  Olustee residents could always hear a tune in downtown Olustee as Tom
was always whistling while he worked.  He was a local favorite with the kids as he always had a piece of bubble
gum for them after school and was out on Fridays.  Tom enjoyed bowling and was always ready for a good game
of cards or dominos.
Tom was always eager for a road trip to Stillwater to spend time with his family and a friendly game of Pitch.  The
town of Olustee honored Tom when the Mayor and Town Council proclaimed Saturday,  November 16, 1996 as
Tom Brown Day in Olustee, Oklahoma.
Tom is survived by his wife Neg, son Mike and wife Danna, grandchildren Bryan and wife Catherine, Michelle
Brown and fiancee Doug Mauk along with four great grandchildren Hayden Brown (5), Holden Brown (5) Skyler
Mauk (2) and Parker Brown (2).He is also survived by two sisters Willie Edna Billington and Marjorie  Siefert.
Tom was preceded in death by his son Thomas Clinton Brown, parents Waters and Eva Brown, brothers E.W.
Brown, Aubrey Brown, J.C. Brown, Richard Brown, and sisters Katherine Tallent and Iris Ann Howard.
Services for Tom Brown are Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Lowell-Tims Chapel at 2:00 pm with Bill Osborne and
Rev. Max Gunn officiating. Intement will follow at Olustee cemetery in Olustee, Oklahoma under the direction of
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
The family will greet friends Wednesday, March 19, 2008, from 6:30 until 7:30 pm at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Tom Brown.
On line tributes can be make to the family of Tom Brown at www.Lowell-Tims.com
Mable Barrow

passed away in March 2008. Private family services will be held at a later date

Eva Lois Brewer



Eva Lois Brewer,74, of Eldorado, passed away on April 12, 2008 at Jackson County Memorial Hospital.
Eva was born  August 14, 1933, in Eldorado to George and Lois Smith.  Eva attended Eldorado High School and
then pursued her life-long ambition of becoming a nurse.  She was a nurse from 1956-1976 at Jackson County
Memorial Hospital  where she helped countless patients in need.  After she retired from the hospital, she worked
briefly for Dr. Noble
Ballard until her health declined.  Eva has been fondly remembered through the years by many of her former
patients and co-workers.  She was a member of the Eldorado First Baptist Church.
Eva is survived by her mother, Lois Smith, Eldorado;  daughter, Joy Whitlock and husband Mark, Altus; son Danny
Campsey, Bagwell Texas; sisters, Paula Ledbetter and Ann Tinney, Eldorado; and brother Bill Smith and wife Pam
of Blue Springs, Missouri.  Eva was very proud of her five grandchildren: Tangie Pappo, Altus; Melanie MacKenzie,
Lubbock, TX; Brian Whitlock, Plainview, TX; J.B. Campsey, Bagwell, TX; and Christen Campsey, Clarksville, TX.  
Eva was also blessed with two great grandchildren:  Avery Joy MacKenzie and Arianna Campsey; and seven
nephews and two nieces.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April15, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the Eldorado First Baptist Church, with the
Reverend Pete Wylie officiating. Eva Brewer will lie in state at Lowell-Tims Chapel in Eldorado, April 14, 2008 from
noon until time of service.  Arrangements are under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
On line tributes can be made to the family at www.Lowell-Tims.com