Mildred Caldwell Mildred Caldwell, age 93, passed away May 31, 2004 in Harker Heights, Texas. She was born February 23, 1911 in Eldorado, Oklahoma to G.W. and Mae (Randolph) Sikes. Mildred retired after 25 years of service with Retail Clerks of California and later with her husband, Fred Caldwell owned and operated Caldwell Rentals in Harker Heights, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, a son, Harwell Henderson and Husband, Carter Henderson and Fred Caldwell; a sister, Melba Jones; one grandson, Mike Henderson and one granddaughter, Cindy Henderson. She is survived by a son Blane Henderson of Harker, Texas: grandsons, Randy and Ron Henderson, three great-grand sons, two great granddaughters; two sister, Merdine Hughes, of Altus, Oklahoma, and Verdine Clark of Del City, Oklahoma, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held 11:00 am Monday, June 28, 2004 at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home

Mavis Canada Mavis Canada age 73, passed away November 9,2004 at Intergris Baptist Center in Oklahoma City. She was born to J.O. and Lois (Loper) Canada on October 9,1931 in Altus, Oklahoma. Mavis took care of her mother and sister. She is survived by one Nephew, Larry Rosenbaum of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, two great nieces, Tracie Rosenbaum and Dea Rosenbaum both of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and one great nephew Ronnie Rosenbaum of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Mavis is preceded in death by her Parents, Sister Nadine Ruth Rosenbaum, one nephew Ronnie Rosenbaum. Graveside service will be held Friday, November 12, 2004 at 3:00 pm at the Altus City Cemetery. Under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Edythe  Canada Edythe Canada was born June 10, 1921 in Altus, Okla.  She was the daughter of the late William Henry and Ethel Helen (Gossett) Robbins.  She died July 21, 2004 in Altus.  She married Wilbur Leonard Canada, Dec. 9, 1939 in Altus and he preceded her in death, July 22, 1983.  She was a life long resident of Altus and Jackson County.  She was a Baptist, and had worked at Woolworths, Firestone, Lee Office, and R.C. Bottling.  Her hobbies included crossword puzzles, watching television, and spending time with her family and friends. Survivors include: 1 son           Mike and Georgia Canada   Altus 1 Daughter      Sue Watson and Hugh    Altus 1 Brother      Clifford W. (Dub) Robbins  San Antonio, Tex 2 sisters     Lois Youngblood    Palmdale, Cal Vonnie Cotner      Altus, Ok 2 Grandaughters  Lynda & Tom Buckner Van Buren, Ark.     Kim & Brooks Curtis  Okla. City, Okla. 1 Greatgrandaughter  Shawnaka Henderson, Van Buren, Ark. A host of other relatives and many friends She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 3 Brothers and 3 Sisters Services for Edythe Canada are scheduled for 10 AM Saturday, July 24, 2004 in the Lowell-Tims Chapel with Sam Starr officiating. Interment will follow at the Altus Cemetery. The family of Edythe Canada will greet friends at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home, Fridday, July 23, 2004, from 6:30PM-8:00PM

Carole  Anne  Carter Carole Anne Carter was born May 31,1954 in San Antonio, Texas.  She was the daughter of the late Donald and Mabel (Kester) Burke.  She died Dec. 15, 2003 at the Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Carole graduated from  High School in Rantoal, Illinois in 1972.  She married Kenneth Carter, June 19, 1972 in Morris, Okla.  Carole loved animals, music, gardening, cooking holiday meals, and her family. Survivors include Husband           Kenneth Carter             Duke, Okla. 1 Daughter          Jeanne Herring & Jud   Altus Okla. 2 Sons          Donald Carter & Jennifer   Lawton, Okla. Kenneth Carter Jr. & Leslie    Kinley, N Carolina 1 Twin Sister     Janice Houtz &Gary    Rapid City, S Dak. 7 Grandchildren  1 Granddog, and a host of loving pets and friends She was preceded in death by her parents Services for Carole Anne Carter are scheduled for 2 PM Thursday, Dec. 18, 2003 at the Lowell-Tims Chapel with Rev. Marty Barnes officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. The family of Carole Anne Carter will greet friends, Wed. Dec. 17, 2003 at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home from 6PM-8PM

Jose “Joe” Nieves Campos Jose “Joe” Nieves Campos, age 54 of Altus, passed away October 12, 2003 at Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Services, under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home, are set for 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at the Thomas Street Church of Christ. Hans Oehlert, Billy Norton, Kyle Wright and Kendall Felton will officiate and interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery. Joe was born on September 24, 1949 at Edcouch, Texas to parents Nieves and Alberta Campos. In the 1960’s Joe moved to the Altus area. Joe was united in marriage to Maria “Elva” Sanchez at Altus on July 19, 1975. They enjoyed many years of marriage. Joe was a member of the Thomas Street Church of Christ. He coached city league baseball, was a class parent and involved in the schools and also collected knives and caps. In recent years, he loved watching the Dallas Cowboys and John Wayne movies. Joe loved talking and making people laugh. Joe also worked at Wal-Mart where he worked in the Sporting Goods Department. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife, Elva Campos of the home; one son, Joey Tomas Campos and fiancée, Amber Phillips of Altus; brother, Jesse Campos of Altus, Oklahoma and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Antonio Guadalupe Carrasco Jr Antonio Guadalupe Carrasco Jr., age 63 of Altus, passed away October 9, 2003 at Integris Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City. Services under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home of Altus, are set for 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church. The Rev. Joseph Arledge will officiate and interment will follow with full military honors at 2:00 P.M. at the Fort Sill National Cemetery in Elgin. The family will receive guests at the funeral home on Monday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. A Rosary service will follow at Prince of Peace Catholic Church on Monday evening at 7:30 P.M. Tony was born December 29, 1939 at San Antonio, Texas to parents Guadalupe Antonio Carrasco Sr. and Ignacia Pena Carrasco. Tony grew up in San Antonio and joined the United States Air Force at age 17. While in the Air Force he obtained his GED and a Masters Degree in Business Administration. In the Air Force, Tony worked in communications and served for 27 years, before retiring in 1984. He was also retired from the Department of Rehabilitation Services of the State of Oklahoma. He served four tours in Vietnam, and was very proud of his military service. Tony was active in the G.I. Forum, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans, and the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Altus and enjoyed fishing, working in the yard and wood work. Tony was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Kelly of Altus; children, Mark Anthony Carrasco of Topeka, Kansas, Sylvia Ann Oulela of San Antonio, Texas and Samantha McDonald of Altus; grandchildren, Christopher Luke Carrasco, Jacob Michael Timm, Jordan Oulela, Jenna Oulela, Daniel Oulela, Orlando McDonald; sisters, Felisitas Bueno, Petra Perez, and Ann Bright all of San Antonio, Texas and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mary Victoria Chennault Mary V. Chennault age 89 passed away Friday, May 14, 2004 at Baptist Retirement Center in Oklahoma City. She was born to Henry Green Jones and Mary Catherine (Hayes) in Altus Oklahoma. Mary was a graduate of Ozark High School and attended Altus Junior College. She married John Edward Chennault on Easter Sunday March 28,1937. Mary was a home maker and enjoyed having friends and relatives in her home, she was a member of The First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents, one brother; Amel Jones, six sisters; Mae Jones, Marva Ree Niles, Alberta Jones, Feddie Lee Payne, Myrna Holdridge, and Bobbie Hamilton. Mary is loving survived by her two sons; Rev. Henry Lee Chennault and wife Maxine of Aiken, South Carolina and Rev. John Victor Chennault and wife Judy of El Reno, Oklahoma, four grand children; Mark Chennault and wife Beverly of Las Vegas, Nevada, Mike Chennault and wife Becky of Aiken, South Carolina, Kristi Chennault of Tulsa and Misti Cussen and husband Kyle of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and 9 great grand children. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, May 19, 2004 at 10:00am at the Altus City Cemetery. Arrangements are with Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. The family of Mary Victoria Chennault will greet friends, Tuesday, May 18, 2004 at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com

Wilton “Ray” Churchwell Wilton “Ray” Churchwell, age 75 of Blair, passed away July 4, 2003 at Integris Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City.  Services have been set for 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 8, 2003 at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel.  The Reverends Randy Mitchell and Gene Foreman will officiate and interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery. Ray was born November 15, 1927 at Altus, Oklahoma to parents Jesse Raymond Churchwell and Velma Elsie Brisbin Churchwell.  Ray entered the United States Army in 1947 and served in Panama and at Fort Sam Houston during the Korean Conflict.  On October 8, 1950 he was united in marriage to Bette Marguerite Davis at the First Baptist Church in Altus.  In 1951 Ray was honorably discharged from the Army and began working as a carpenter.  He was well known throughout Southwest Oklahoma as a talented carpenter and general contractor.  Ray was active in the American Legion and was a skilled gardener  and cook.  He also enjoyed fishing on the North Fork and bee keeping. Ray was preceded in death by his parents.  His is survived by his wife Bette of the home; two sons, Randy and wife Mary of Joshua, Texas and David and wife Caren of Ringling, Oklahoma; three Brothers, Richard Churchwell of Altus, Omar Churchwell of Oklahoma City, Wesley Churchwell and wife Hermalee of Midwest City, Oklahoma; two sisters, Colene Booker and husband D.L. of Connell, Washington and Karen Kistler and husband Bob of Tacoma, Washington; brother in law, Jim Davis of Tuscon, Arizona; sisters in law, Vinita Davis of Altus and Wilma Jo Miner of Tulsa; grandchildren, Darlene Smith, Wesley Jackson, Veronica Garcia, Davis John Bohlander, Leah Churchwell, Daniel Bohlander, Logan Churchwell, three great grandchildren, Jonathan Garcia, Amanda Jackson, Lynn Holly Jackson and many other relatives and friends.

Florence Letitia Claiborne Florence Letitia Claiborne age 47 of San Antonio,Texas  passed away Monday,July 5, 2004 in an auto accident near Coleman, Texas. She was born February 1, 1957 in Hilderberg, Germany to Raymond Dekle and Laura (Dial) Dekle Blake.    Florence graduated Tipton High School and was attending San Antonio Community College.   On July 6, 1978 at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma Florence and Rodney Wayne Claiborne were united in marriage. She had been living in San Antonio, Texas for the last 15 years. Florence worked at N.E. San Antonio School District as instructor aide for Special Education children.  She enjoyed reading, and spending time with her family and friends.  Florence was a member McArthur Park Church of Christ. Florence is survived by her husband Rodney Wayne Claiborne of the home in San Antonio, Texas, one daughter Monica Claiborne of San Antonio, Texas; her mother Laura Blake of Altus, Oklahoma,  mother-in-law Edna Pearl Barefoot of San Angelo, Texas; three brothers Lesley Dekle of Altus, Oklahoma, William Dekle of Belton, Texas, Wayne Smith of El Reno, Oklahoma, one sister Rhonda Overholser of Calumet, Oklahoma. She is also survived by one grandson Jacob Alexander Claiborne of San Antonia, Texas, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Dekle in 1974, grandparents, one son Kevin Lee Claiborne October 15, 2001. Funeral services for Florence Claiborne are scheduled for Friday, July 9, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. in the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel with Bill Osborne officiating.  Interment will follow at Altus City Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com

Anna Elizabeth Crawford age 95 passed away Thursday, February 27,2003 in Altus, Oklahoma where she has lived for the later portion of her life. She was born in Rockwall on December 19,1907, the daughter of George S. Holt and Adella Davis of Omaha, Nebraska.  Her father owned a grocery business in this city for many years.  Anna was educated in Rockwall and Kerrville Schools. She became a member of the First Baptist Church of Rockwall as a young girl. On January 17,1925, she married Paul D. Crawford,son of John and Jenny Crawford.  Those older residents will remember her as a faithful partner to her husband,Paul, in his many business endeavors. During the WWII years when available help was away at war or employed in the defense work, she helped run the grocery business.  Her favorite hobby was gardening and raising beautiful flowers. Anna’s children will remember her as a loving and supportive Mother, her grandchildren as an adoring and generous grandparent. She was preceded in death by an infant son, her husband, Paul, one brother, J.D. Holt, four half brothers, three half-sisters. Her surviving family includes two children, Paul D. Crawford II and his wife Barbara of Altus, Oklahoma, Bettye Jo Brown and her husband,George, of Centennial, Colorado., three grandsons, Dale Brown of Denver, Colorado,Mark Crawford of Dallas, Texas, David Crawford of Atlanta, Georgia, two granddaughters, Marilyn Brown of Albuquerque, New Mexico.,Ginger Powell of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, and two great-grandchildren, Marshall and Marianna Dixon of New Mexico. Funeral Services are scheduled for Tuesday, March 3,2003 at 10:00 a.m. at the Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel, in Rockwall, Texas  with Aubrey Patterson officiating.  Interment will follow in the Rockwall Cemetery.  Local arrangements are under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Jessie Jimmy Cruz Jr. Jessie Jimmy Cruz Jr., Infant son of Jessie Cruz Sr. and Joann Hernandez, passed away March 30, 2004, at Jackson County Memorial Hospital. Jessie was born March 30, 2004, to Jessie Cruz Sr. and Joann Hernandez. Jessie is loving survived by: his father Jessie Cruz Sr. and mother Joann Hernandez, two sister, Angelica and Jessica Cruz, Grandparents Juan and Cathy Cruz and Angelita Soliz, both of Altus, Oklahoma. Graveside Service is Saturday, 10:00am, April 3, 2004 at the Altus City Cemetery, with Father Joe Arledge officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com

Margaret Mae Colden Margaret Mae Colden, age 82, of Elmer, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday January 10, 2004 in Altus Oklahoma.   She was born June 26, 1921 in Marchall, Wisconsin. She lived a very full life and enjoyed traveling and the great outdoors, you would find her with a fishing pole in her hand. She attended the Elmer Methodist Church. She is survived by one brother Richard and Chris Morrison of Waupac, WI., and ten children; Harry Kiesow of Altus, OK. Larry Kiesow of Denver, CO., Dodie Smith of Oakdale, WI., Mary Fowler of Rockford, IL., Judy Hawthrone of Elmer, OK., Janet Smith of Phoenix, AZ., Lucy Navaro of Rockford, IL., Jackie Drone of Elmer, OK., John Colden of Joes, CO., Jim Colden of Arvada, CO., and a host of grand children, great-grand children and great-great grand children, and many friend and fishing buddies. Margaret donated her body to Science; there will be no Funeral Service. Local arrangement by Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

COLLINS Velma Delilah Collins, age 97, long time resident of Altus died Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at the Jackson County Memorial Hospital.  The funeral service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church officiated by Rev. Jeff Moore.  Graveside services will follow at 4:00 p.m. that same day at the Greenwood Memorial Park in Fort Worth, Texas with Rev. Ollin Collins officiating. Velma was born September 8, 1906 at Vernon, Texas.  She was the daughter of John Quincy Adams and his wife Bettie Deshazo Miller Adams.  She attended grade school in Abilene and Graham, Texas where she graduated from High School.  She attended Texas State College for Women at Denton, Texas Christian University, and Texas Wesleyan College in Fort Worth where she studied violin under Dean Carl Venth.  She later taught violin at Weatherford College and also took private students, one of which, Mary Martin, later became a famous actress.   She received her degree in Education from Oklahoma University. On June 21, 1928 she was married to Orville Grimmett Collins at Fort Worth.  While Mr. Collins served in the United States Air Force during World War II she taught school at Hico, Texas where she lived at that time.  At the end of the war they moved to Fort Worth where she continued teaching. In 1946 the Collins moved to Altus where they had bought an auto parts store.  For several years Mrs. Collins worked in the store, but she loved teaching and returned to the classroom at Roosevelt School in 1967 and continued there until her retirement in 1985.  She served on various Education Committees and was a member of the O.E.A. and Classroom Teachers. She was a Baptist and an active church member.  At First Baptist Church of Altus she was a choir member for 20 years and did violin specials.  She taught classes in the Children’s Divisions including Fifth grade, 16 Year Olds, as well as the Mary Bible Study Class for Women as well as a Children’s Class for new members.  She served on various committees, and was Chairman of the Church Memorial Committee. She was a member and past President of McDowell and Erolethian Clubs as well as the Retired Teachers and L`Aigulle. Survivors include: Fritz Groene of California.  Una B. Phillips of Fort Worth, TX.  Betty Jean Wyman of Carrollton, TX.  Dorothy Jane Schmid of Maryland.  Ernest William Babb of Midland, TX and Betty Davenport of Richardson, TX.

Robert Eugene “Gene” Copeland Robert Eugene “Gene” Copeland was born on March 17, 1926 in Blair, Oklahoma. He went to be with the Lord on August 27, 2004 after a battle with cancer. Gene will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched and forever changed.  He accomplished much during his lifetime.  He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend to so many.  He was a resident of Altus and Jackson County for over 45 years. Gene was a long time member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church. Gene was a 32nd Degree Mason and holds the rank and decoration of Knight Commander Court of Honor.  He was a member of the Altus Masonic Lodge #62 for 42 years and has been a perpetual member since 1986.  He was Mason of the year for 2001; District Deputy Grandmaster of District 32 in 1994 and a life member of Guthrie Scottish Rite Bodies.  Gene was also a member of the Ambassadors Committee of the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma for 1999 and 2000. He was a Veteran of World War ll serving in the United States Navy. Gene was an avid fisherman.  He was a member of the Hobart, Lawton, Snyder and Elk City Working Man’s Bass Masters, Poor Man’s and Red River. Gene and his brother Glenn owned and operated Copeland Brothers Oil Company and Service Station for over 30 years. He was preceded in death 22 months ago by his wife, Ruth Copeland; his father and mother, C.C “Coonie” and Irene Copeland and his son-in-law Kenneth “Skip” Gee. Gene is survived by his daughter, Glenda Gee, of Edmond, Oklahoma, his son Robert Mark Copeland of Ada, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Ryan Eugene Gee, Cory Matthew Gee, Robert Kent Copeland, Shilo Coffman and her husband Tug all of Edmond, Oklahoma, Kenneth Gee and wife Misti Burkhard of Thornton, Colorado, Kimberly Fallis and husband Greg of Las Vegas, Nevada, a great-grandson, Christian Metheny of Edmond, Oklahoma; one brother Glenn Copeland and wife Linda of Altus, Oklahoma; nephews, Boone Copeland and wife Kim of Lawton, Oklahoma, Rocky Copeland of Edmond, Oklahoma, Jerry Schuster and wife Linda of Sherman, Texas, Jon Schuster and wife Edwina of Strawn, Texas and niece, Kelly Law of Moore, Oklahoma. Thank you to his special friend, Ellen Hankins for all of her kindness, compassion and support during this difficult time. Services will be at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, August 30, 2004 at 10:00 am.  Internment will follow at Restlawn Cemetery with Masonic Grave Side Rites.  Funeral services are under the direction of Lowell- Tims Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Altus Masonic Lodge #62 whose members have been so kind to Gene and his family. Visitation with friends will be Sunday, August 29, 2004 from 5:00 to 6:30 pm at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.

Lavada Marie Wilson Culberson Lavada Marie Culberson was born Nov. 7, 1906 to the late James William and Laura Jane (Garrett) Wilson, in Paris, Texas. She died Aug. 23, 2004 at the Mangum City Hospital. She married Wiley R. Culberson, Oct. 4, 1924 in Hugo, Okla.  Wiley preceded her in death in 1985. Lavada was a long time resident of Blair and Jackson County, having resided here since 1927.  She was a member of the Blair Home Extension Club and a member of the Blair Quilters. She was a homemaker and a good mother.  She loved her children and grandchildren and liked having them near her.  She felt that children less than five years of age needed to be with their Mothers instead of in a preschool as is a trend now.  She loved to garden and always had a big vegetable garden each year until she was no longer able to.  Lavada loved to grow flowers and had a ‘Green thumb’ and especially loved roses. She is survived by 3 children Laura M Birmingham                                       Blair Darlene Jones and Devere (Casey)               Blair Gayle Eugene Culberson and Idell                 Karval, Colo. 4 Grandchildren:   Donita Beers and Jenee Armstrong of Blair, Keith Birmingham of Altus, and Gayla Higgins of Perkins 12 Great grandchildren and 18 Great great grandchildren By one sister Nella Vee Farmer, of Bakersfirld California and by many Nieces and nephews and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 2 Sisters and 4 Brothers Services for Lavada Marie Culberson are scheduled for 2 PM Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2004 at the Blair Baptist Church with Rev, Randy Mitchell officiating.  Interment will follow at the Blair Cemetery under the direction of Lowell- Tims funeral Home.

Laura Elizabeth Cunningham Laura Elizabeth Cunningham, of Tipton, passed away Tuesday, December 16, at Marlow Manor in Marlow, Oklahoma, at the age of 88. Laura was born May 7, 1915, in Greer County, Oklahoma, to J.B. and Maggie (Watson) Foster. She married Clayton Cunningham November 21, 1983, in Vernon, Texas. She was a beautician and raised two of her children in Mangum and two of them in Tipton by having her business in her home for many years. She loved to sew and was well-known for her beautiful clothes. Laura loved to go to the Altus VFW to dance every Saturday night which she said kept her young. She always wore a button that read “I am the last of the Red Hot Mamas.” Laura was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tipton for over 43 years. She is survived by her four children, daughter Betty Culver and husband Harold of Marlow, Oklahoma, son William Rosebure and wife Katherine of Shawnee, Oklahoma, daughter Brenda Spelhaug of Lawton, Oklahoma, and son Gary Rosebure and wife Debbie of Wilburton, Oklahoma. She is also survived by eleven grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Laura was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clayton, and all of her ten brothers and sisters. FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD 11:00 AM FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IN TIPTON WITH REVEREND HAROLD GACHES OFFICIATING. INTERMENT WILL FOLLOW AT THE TIPTON CEMETERY UNDER THE DIRECTION OF LOWELL-TIMS FUNERAL HOME IN ALTUS.

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