Blonnie Ray Blonnie Ray age 85, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2004 at Plantation Village Nursing Home in Altus, Oklahoma. He was born June 20, 1918 in Martha, Oklahoma to Fred C. and Loura (Howerton) Ray.  Blonnie married Juanita Wells at Vernon, Texas in 1948 and she preceded him in death, January 21, 1993.   He was a longtime resident of Altus and Jackson County and a member of the Elm and Hudson Church of Christ.   Blonnie served four years in the U.S. Army during World War II and later owned and operated several restaurants in Altus, before retiring in 1994.  Everyone will remember Blonnie for having one of the best burgers in town.  You could always get his famous creations at The Altus Hotel Coffee Shop, Sagamar and Big D. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Juanita; three brothers, Joe Bob Ray, Freddie Lee Ray, and Bonnie “Buddy” Ray; and by one sister, Dema Winkler. Blonnie is survived by by his daughters, Mary Lynn Ray of Altus, Georgianna Ford of Canada; one son, Forrest Ray and his wife Lois Ann of Altus; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and three special sisters-in-law Linda Shartung, Mary Belt and Virginia Devoll. Funeral services have been scheduled for 2:00 pm Monday, April 26, 2004 at Lowell-Tims Chapel with Bill Osborne officiating.  Interment will follow in the Restlawn Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.                 Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com
								Juanita Reed Juanita Reed died October 29, 2004 at Jackson County Memorial Hospital.  Juanita Kirkwood was born July 19, 1909 to Noah and Belle Kirkwood at Madill, Oklahoma.  She grew up in the Madill area and graduated from Madill High School.  The family moved to Frederick and Juanita moved to Altus to attend Fulton Business College. On October 26, 1929 she married Jesse Herman (Bill) Reed in Altus.  To this union was born one son, Bill Kirk Reed.  Bill and Juanita resided in Altus throughout their lives. Bill was a member of First Baptist Church, Altus.  Soon after their marriage Juanita joined the church where both were active members.  Juanita became a teacher in the Junior Department.  She was active in W.M.U. and also enjoyed doing devotionals for various occasions. Some time later she began teaching a young women’s Bible Study Class.  She was an excellent Bible teacher who studied diligently for her class presentations.  Juanita learned much from the older Christian women who became her role models.  Through the years Juanita continued to teach women’s classes until 1996, when failing health made it impossible for Bill and her to attend.  After teaching for nearly 50 years, retiring was extremely difficult for Juanita, for she loved the Lord’s work and her class members. Bill and Juanita shared an extremely loving marriage relationship.  Even after they were older, Bill often reminded her how much he loved her and how beautiful she was.  In those years, especially, her life revolved around Bill.  He became homebound, unable to move from room to room without help, but she was at his side day and night.  Though she had been diagnosed with leukemia, she waited on him tenderly and lovingly when her own strength had been depleted.  It was only through God’s grace that she was able to carry on.  Her life became one of service to Bill and to God.  Still, Juanita never lost contact with her many friends staying in touch by telephone and personal visits. In May 2003, Bill moved on to his eternal life.  Though extremely difficult, Juanita carried on.  With the light of her life gone, she resided at Plantation Nursing Home and could have easily slipped into depression, but she knew that God, Bill and her family and friends would be grieved by that.  She was determined to make the best of her remaining time.  Her loving family and friends came for many visits, making the long days easier. Those who knew her well realized that Juanita Reed was an interesting and unique person.  She loved people and enjoyed a good joke.  She had a very interesting personality.  She owned the wealth of many friends and had the God-given gift of a sharp mind until the end.  She could become extremely upset over minute things that others might not even notice and make a huge issue of what seemed like nothing.  But when something really important transpired involving pain, sorrow or a need, she was compassionate, helpful and strong as a rock. Juanita was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, two brothers, W. Roy Kirkwood and Floyd Leo Kirkwood, and a sister, Laura Mae Tripp. She is survived by her son, Bill Kirk Reed and wife, Doann of Norman, Oklahoma, a granddaughter, Kathy Reed, of Guthrie, Oklahoma, a grandson, Kirk Reed, of Norman, Oklahoma, a brother-in-law, Chester Reed and wife Norma of California, a sister and brother-in-law, Lola and Millard Hall, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and several nieces and nephew and many friends. Services will be held Wednesday, November 3, 2004 at 10:00 am at the First Baptist Church in Altus with Rev. Keith Wiginton officiating. Interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the First Baptist Church.
				Edna Earle Burkhalter Riddle Edna Earle Burkhalter Riddle was born November 5, 1919 in Greenwood Springs, Miss. to James Herman Burkhalter and Mary Winnie Seay Burkhalter. She graduated from high school in Columbus, Miss. in 1937 and attended Mississippi State College for Women there. She married Army Air Corps Lt. James Ellis Riddle July 1, 1945 in Columbus, Miss. His duties took them to Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama, Bunker Hill Air Force Base in Indiana, the Philippines, Morocco and Altus Air Force Base. Jimmy retired from the Air Force in 1965 and they remained in Altus. After his death, Mrs. Riddle moved to Columbus, Neb and then to Osceola, Neb until her death September 24, 2003. A homemaker and a true southerner, Mrs. Riddle was known as an avid reader, a bridge player and an excellent cook who was always willing to prepare food to share. One of her special talents was preparing pecan pralines for the holidays. She loved current events and enjoyed discussing them with her friends. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Altus and several bridge clubs. She was preceded in death by her husband Jimmy, her parents and a sister. Survivors include her daughter and husband, Anne and Doug Kallesen of Columbus, Neb. and her son and his wife, Jim and Debbie Riddle of Anadarko. Grandchildren include Kristen Kallesen of South Africa, Molly and Josh Hoegh of Salisbury, Md., Brian Riddle of Anadarko, and Tricia and Brent Johnson of Sacramento, Calif. She also has one great-grandchild, Jibreel Kalifah of Sacramento. Surviving brothers include Larry Burkhalter and wife Sandy of Ft. Worth, Texas, Carl Burkhalter and wife Joyce of Wilmington, N.C. and wife Joyce of Wilmington, N.C. and sister Treva Pratt and her husband Jim of Jackson, Tenn. She is also survived by several of her husband's siblings and their families in S.C. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 in the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home in Altus with family visitation beginning at 1 p.m. Interment of her ashes will be prior to the visitation in Restlawn Cemetery, also in Altus. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Edna's honor to the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson, Altus, OK 73521.
					Violet Mae Bassel Roberson Violet Mae Bassel Roberson, age 79, of Duke, Oklahoma passed away Friday, March 19, 2004 at  Jackson County Memorial Hospital.  Services have been scheduled for 10:00 am, Monday, March 22, 2004 at Lowell-Tims Chapel with Ardron Hinton and Eddie Beard officiating.  Interment will follow in Rock Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Violet was born May 1, 1924, in Jackson County, Oklahoma.  She was the daughter of Joe and Alma (Jackson) McKibbin.  She grew up in the Duke area.  On October 9, 1942, Violet and Otis Bassel were united in marriage in Durant, Oklahoma.  Otis preceded her in death October 5, 1986.  On June 15, 1991, Violet married Ernie Roberson in Duke, Oklahoma.  He preceded her in death August 25, 1998. Violet was a member of the Duke Church of Christ.  She also belonged to the Wednesday Club, the Town and Country Club and the Bridge Club.  Violet was an elaborate seamstress and loved to make clothing for her family, who were the love of her life.  She also enjoyed playing cards as often as possible.  She was an insurance agent for Farmers Union Insurance and owned the Bassel Agency in Duke. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Otis Bassel and Ernie Roberson; four brothers and sisters, Joe Dial McKibbin, Ozell Marie Smith, Clay Allen McKibbin, and Josie Oreatha Moore; and by one grandson, Tobin Luke Bassel. Violet is lovingly survived by two sons, Rodney Bassel and his daughter, Blakley Bassel both of Lawton, and Larry and JoAnn Bassel of Duke, and their children, Jason Birdwell of Wayne, Oklahoma, Theodore and Danica Birdwell and their son Clayton of Duke, and Tanner Bassel of Duke; one daughter, Lisa and Joe Renfro of Duke and granddaughter, Megan and Raymond Ornelas and great-grandchildren, Colby, Alyssa, and Conner, of Duke, granddaughter, Haley and Randy Allen of Childress, Texas, and grandson,  Kade Renfro of Duke.
	Fred Robertson Fred Robertson, age 75 of Elk City, passed away February 8, 2003.  Services, under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home in Altus, are set for 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 9, 2003 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness.  Interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery. Fred was born to parents C.J. Robertson and Flocie Stockton Robertson on April 17, 1927 in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma.  He grew up in the Altus area, and in 1947 was united in marriage to Lela Rutledge at Altus.  They enjoyed many years together and were both active and faithful members of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness.  In April of 1995, Lela preceded him in death.  During the past few years Fred lived at Elk City. Fred is survived by three children, Wayne Robertson and wife Sherry of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Susie Horton and husband Harry Horton of Altus, Linda Whitehouse and husband Karman of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; three sisters, Goldie Bennett of Altus, Juanita Talbot of Grandbury, Texas, Agnes Mason of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren and numerous Nieces, Nephews, relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Lela Mae; son, Ronnie; Parents, and brothers, Charles, Chester, Leonard, Foy and Tom.
	Gerald (Jerry) Robertson Jerry Robertson, age 69, passed away January 29, 2004, in Altus, Okla.  He was born Feb. 10, 1934 in Altus, Okla.  He was the son of Johnnie Fain and LueVena (Loftis) Robertson.   Jerry graduated from Altus High School in 1952.  He graduated from Oklahoma A & M in Stillwater in 1956 with Bachelors degree in accounting. He served in the United States Army from 1956 to 1958 and was honorably discharged.  He had resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico for many years before returning to Altus in 1996.  He was a member of the NRA, IOOF Lodge, and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he served as a Stake Missionary.   Survivors include 1 son                     Jerald Hubert                             Altus, Okla. 1 Stepson             Louis Hubert                              Albuquerque, NM 3 Stepdaughter    Mary Jo Ferril                             Plano, Tex            Jony McClearen                         Okla. City, Okla.            Jadie Johnson                            Granite City, IL Special Friend     Elsie Dooley                               Lone Wolf, Okla. 3 Aunts               Lucille Weathers                         Lawton, Okla           Myrtle Hall                                   Altus,Okla           Edna Rae Cook                          Walsh, Col. 1 Brother            Troyce Robertson & Shirley        Altus, Okla 1 Niece              Theresa Jameson & Steve          Headrick, Okla. 1 Nephew          Troy Dale Robertson & LaDonna   Altus, Okla 1 Great-Nephew  Kyle Jameson                            Headrick, Okla A host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 sister, Francis Robertson, and by an infant brother. Services for Jerry Robertson are scheduled for 11 AM Monday,    Feb. 2, 2004 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Interment will follow at the Altus Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. The family of Jerry Robertson will greet friends, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004 from 5:30PM-8:00PM at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com.
	Domingo Roblez Domingo Roblez, age 53, of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2004, at English Village Manor in Altus.  Services have been scheduled for 2:00 pm Friday, February 20, 2004, at Lowell-Tims Chapel with Juan Gonzales officiating.  Interment will follow in the Altus City Cemetery.  Arrangements are under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.  The family will receive guests at Lowell-Tims from 6-8 pm on Thursday, February 19th. “Mingo” was born November 26, 1950, in Georgetown, Texas.  He was the son of Cosme and Esperanza (Guerrero) Roblez.  He moved to Altus at a young age and resided here most of his life.  Mingo was Custodian at the Sunset School in Altus for over 23 years where he was well loved by Staff and Students alike.  He enjoyed playing pool, bowling, and checkers.  His greatest joy was being with his family and family cook-outs.  Mingo also enjoyed all kinds of sports and loved to watch them on TV.   He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, “Cookie”. Mingo is lovingly survived by three brothers, Frank Roblez of Altus, Cosme Roblez and wife, Roberta, of Altus, and David Roblez and wife, Marty, of Childress, Texas; two sisters, Maria Perez and husband, Seferino, of Altus, and Cathalina Roblez of Camden, Arkansas; and by nieces and nephews, Elizabeth Ramirez and husband, Nelson, Linda Shimme and husband, Doug, Diana Spence and husband, Dave, Amelia Gallardo, Russell Theademan, Sandra Perez, Sabrina Flores, Micheal Sadler, Patrick Roblez, Skyler Roblez, and Timmy Sadler and by several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and other relatives.
	Esteban Martinez Roblez, Sr. Esteban Martinez Roblez, Sr, age 60, of Altus passed away Sunday February 8, 2004, in Altus, Oklahoma.  He was born September 2, 1943 in Liberty Texas, to Domingo and Tearesa Roblez. Esteban Martinez Roblez, Sr. served in the Army from 1966 to 1976 and was a member of the VFW. After his service in the Army he drove a truck till his retirement. He was a member of The Prince of Peace Catholic Church and lived in the Altus area for over 28 years. He married Narcedalia Solis  on July 11, 1966 at Vernon, Texas.    He  loved playing and spending time with all his grandchildren, fishing, playing checkers, and just making everyone laugh and smile. He is survived by his wife of the home; five sons, Esteban Roblez, Jr, of Missouri, IL,  Matias Roblez of Altus, OK, Salvador Roblez, of Chatham, NY, Robert Roblez, and Alfredo Roblez,  both of Altus; two daughters,  Rosario Ryan of Eielson, AK, and Lisa Roblez of Altus, Ok; one brother, Santiago Roblez  and one sister, Julie Zang, both of Altus, OK; 21 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his parents; five brothers and sisters, Cosme Roblez, Nicko Martinez, Prajedes Roblez, Pancho Roblez, and Nene Roblez; and one grandson, Rudy Roblez.. A Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 pm Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2004  with Father Joe Arledge officiating.   Burial will follow in  the Altus City Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Tributes can be made at www.lowell-tims.com
			Danette Sue (Simpson) Romines Danette Sue (Simpson) Romines, age 48 of Sherwood, Oregon passed away at her home on Saturday, June 26, 2004.  Danette was born June 17, 1956 in Altus, Oklahoma to Dan and Marie (Love) Simpson.   Danette married Gary Romines on June 26, 1972 in Yuma, Arizona.  They later moved back to Altus, lived many years in Colorado and   settled in Oregon in 1996.   She is survived by her husband Gary Romines of the home in Sherwood, Oregon; one son, Shon Romines of Denver, Colorado; one daughter Brandi Romines of Sherwood, Oregon; her mother, Marie Simpson of Altus, Oklahoma; two brothers, Todd Simpson and wife Rebecca, Ernest Simpson and wife Vicki of Altus, Oklahoma along with many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.   Danette was preceded in death by her father, Dan Simpson in 1997, her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Mackie and Gerry Romines and her grandparents. Funeral services for Danette Romines have been scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 1, 2004 at the First Baptist Church in Altus with Rod Smith officiating.  Interment will follow at the Altus City Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. The family of Danette (Simpson) Romines will receive friends Wednesday, June 30, 2004 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. Danette’s family would like to encourage your support of the Relay for Life each July to help fund cancer research.
		Mildred Abernathy Rowlett Mildred Rowlett was born May 8, 1920 in Altus.  She was the daughter of the late Charles Oscar and Lillie (Rogers) Abernathy.  She died Oct. 20, 2003  at the Jackson County Memorial Hospital. She married Vance Lloyd Rowlett Oct. 23, 1945 and he preceded her in death in 1957.   Mildred was a life long resident of Altus and Jackson County.  She attended and graduated from Ozark School.  She was a long time member of the Altus First Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School in the 4 years old department for many years.  She was active in the Ozark Home Extension Club where she held the post of secretary for many years and was recognized as the outstanding Secretary for the state of Okla.   Survivors include Son                     Donn Rowlett                      Altus Daughter            Barbara & David Blocker    Altus Grandaughter    Melissa Burns                     Marlow, Ok Greatgrandaughter   Jena Burns                   1 Brother           Charles & Mary Abernathy   Altus Sister                Velma Abernathy                  Altus                    Sister-in-law       Arlene Rowlett of Altus                                  She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and many friends in the Hospitality Class at the First Baptist Church She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 3 brothers, Dan Abernathy, G.R. Abernathy, and Roger Abernathy, 2 sisters, May Gates, and Freda Holloway Services for Mildred Rowlett are scheduled for Thursday,Oct. 23, 2003 at 2 PM at the Lowell-Tims Chapel with Sonny Tims officiating. Interment will follow at the Altus Cemetery under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home. The family of Mildred Rowlett will greet friends Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2003 from 6:30PM-8:00PM at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
			Marble Ruth Rutledge Mable Ruth Rutledge age, 78, passed away November 21,2004 at Norman Regional Hospital. She was born December 21 1925 to Joseph Laffated and Ida Mae (Ward) Beauckamp in Clarksville, Texas. Mable married Reginald e. Rutledge he preceded her in death July 3, 1988 Mable enjoyed being a homemaker and taking care of her family. She is survived by three sons; Johnnie Rutledge and wife Jackie of Altus, Oklahoma, Joe Rutledge of Norman, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Gary Rutledge of Edmond, Oklahoma, three sister; Ruby Omealy of Ozark, Alabama, Zona Farmer of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Odessa Mills of Altus, Oklahoma, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, husband, Reginald E. Rutledge, three brothers. Graveside service will be held Friday, November 26, 2004 at 2:00pm at the Altus City Cemetery. Under the direction of Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.
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