Billie J. Dixon, 89, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018. Funeral will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2, in Faith Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Murray Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Billie was born May 7, 1929 in Graham to the late Bill and Leona Miller. She married Albert F. Dixon, April 6, 1946 in Graham. He preceded her in death on Oct. 13, 1989. Billie was a lifetime resident of Young County and a member of Faith Baptist Church.

Survivors include; daughters, Marinda Brown and husband Larry, Susan Brown and husband Wendell both of Graham; grandchildren, Whitney and Jason Monk, Stephanie Dixon, Katie and Jason Robinson, and Kelly and Michael Carmichael; great grandchildren, Ethan, Hannah, and Rachel Robinson, Kolton and Zoe Carmichael and Austin Monk; sister, Linda Andrews of Graham; brother, Dennis Miller of Piedmont, Calif.

Billie was preceded in death by a son Danny Dixon in 2006 and a brother, James Miller.

Lena Marie Dawson, 55, passed away Monday, Oct. 29, 2018 at her home. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery.

Lena was born March 13, 1963 in Grapevine, to the late Ira Edwin and Mattie Lois (Edmonds) Wilkerson. She married J.R. Dawson Sept. 27, 1984 in Abilene. Lena was a former employee of Graham Independent School District working in the Junior High School cafeteria.

Survivors include; husband, John Randall Dawson of Graham; son, Randall Dawson and wife Meagan of Graham; sisters, Mary Wilkerson of Graham and Katherine Johnson of Onalaska; two grandchildren, Tara and Calen Dawson; god daughters, Crystal Noyola and Sarah Albritton.

Lena was preceded in death by a son, Matthew “Spanky” Dawson in 2009.

Linda Darlene Ainsworth, 71, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018 in Wichita Falls. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 3, at 10 a.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Cottonwood Cemetery in Bryson under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Linda was born Sept. 18, 1947 in Mineral Wells to the late Clarence and Claudia (McMinn) Sherley. She married L. Burett Ainsworth March 17, 1967 in Graham. Linda retired as a secretary and bookkeeper of an oil and gas company and was a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include: husband, L.B. Ainsworth of Bryson; son, Lance Ainsworth and wife, Sheila of Bryson; sisters, Jannie West and husband, James of Jacksboro and Jamie Kay Rhodes; brothers, James Rhodes of Bryson and J.C. Sherley of Helena, Montana; grandchildren, Kelsee Lynn Stark and husband, Ethan of Weatherford, Addison Ainsworth of Jacksboro,

Stephanie Herriage of Bryson, Daniell Corley of Graham, Emily Alaniz of Bryson, and Jonathon Alaniz of Bryson; great grandchild, Grayson Stark of Weatherford.

Visitation will be held Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Olga Jean Bullock Mote died October 18, 2018 in San Diego, Calif. at the age of 91.

The daughter of ranchers, Robert and Evolyn Bullock of Newcastle, Olga was born on Jan. 25, 1927. As a girl, Olga attended Stamps-Baxter Music School and along with three of her five sisters, Frances, Wynell, and Joy, comprised “The Bullock Sisters,” a popular singing group who appeared on the radio, most notably KWFT in Wichita Falls and nationally on Gene Autry's Melody Ranch. Olga graduated from Newcastle High School in 1944 as Salutatorian.

Days later, at the age of 17, Olga departed Young County for San Diego to join her husband, Billy Donald Mote, who had left the area months before to find work in the California shipyards during World War II. The two had married in secret the previous December so Olga could finish her senior year of high school. They remained married and inseparable until his death at the age of 94 earlier this year.

Upon arriving in San Diego, Olga worked in the aircraft industry for many years. But after giving birth to her third child, she returned to school at the age of 33 to earn her teaching credential from San Diego State College (now San Diego State University) in 1965. Upon graduation she taught gifted students at Briar Patch Elementary school in the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District before moving on to teach music and 7th-8th grade gifted students at Palm Junior High School in the Lemon Grove School District. She is listed in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers 1990.

We would be totally remiss if we didn't mention that Olga loved the color red. Absolutely, absolutely loved it. Olga is survived by two of her sisters, Frances Daigle of Newcastle, and Joy Crawford of Pensacola, Fla., her daughter Linda, sons Brent and Kevin, seven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

Services are pending.

Mother, daughter, wife, sister, grandmother, great grandmother - Olga will be missed.

Rufus Wayne Roark, age 95 of Graham, died peacefully on Oct. 30, 2018, at 9:40 a.m. in McKinney, at his home. The funeral service will be at the First Baptist Church in Graham, on Nov. 3, at 2 p.m. His interment will be at the Pioneer Cemetery with full military honors. The service will be under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home, assisted by the Graham National Reserves, officiated by Rev. Richard Segars, and Rev. Jerry Blake.

Wayne Roark was born on Sept. 29, 1923, at his family home near Bunger, to George Ross and Ola (McLemore) Roark. He married Oleta (Cox) Roark on Aug. 31, 1947, in the “old” First Baptist Church in Graham, where they first met.

Wayne was a long-time active member of the First Baptist Church where he served as a deacon, the Sunday School Superintendent, and a Sunday School teacher. Music was an integral part of Wayne’s life and he sang in the Celebration Choir, the men’s ensemble, New Ground, and other various groups around Graham.

Wayne served in the Navy during World War II and was a torpedoman aboard the submarine, the USS Barb, from 1943 to 1946. He was a retired sales engineer for Lindsay’s Air Conditioning Company, as well as he sold real estate for several years before retiring. He served as the president of the Kiwanis Club, coached little league baseball, and was active in various other community groups and projects.

Wayne was a loving husband and father who will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Oleta Roark of McKinney; son, Mack Roark of Burlington, Vermont; son and daughter-in-law, Ross and Kathy Roark of McKinney; a grandson, Hunter Roark, and a granddaughter, Harper Roark, of McKinney; a sister-in-law, Betty Roark, of Fort Worth; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, J.O. Roark and Barney Roark, and a son, Scott Roark.

Memorials may be made to the music ministry of the First Baptist Church, 623 3rd Street, Graham, TX 76450, or to the charity of your choice.

Visitation will be at Morrison Funeral Home on Friday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m.

William Fore “Will” Whittenburg, Jr. passed away Nov. 3, 2018 in Graham, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, at the Graham Church of God with interment following at Gooseneck Cemetery. Family visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home.

Will was born Aug. 22, 1939 in Odessa, and lived in Graham most of his life. He graduated from Texas Tech University and was a salesman and cattle rancher. He was a member of the Graham Church of God.

Survivors include two daughters, Kim McFaul of Mineral Wells and Lisa Griffith and husband Jonathan of Cordell, Okla.; two brothers, Sam Whittenburg and wife JoAnn and Richard Whittenburg; six grandchildren, Jennifer Withrow, Michael McFaul, Michelle Wright, Stephanie Whaley, Chelsey Griffith and Shelby Griffith; eight great grandchildren, Jayden, Braden, Hunter and Jaxon Wright, Ameri, Lexi, Creede and Jonathan Withrow. Will was preceded in death by his parents, W.F. and Ada Lee Whittenburg and by his wife Glenna in 2014.

Maureen Caskey Sullivan passed away on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 at the age of 93. A memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at South Hills Christian Church, 3200 Bilglade Road, Fort Worth. A graveside ceremony will be at Pioneer Cemetery in Graham, Texas at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Maureen was born July 10, 1925 in Wichita Falls, the second child of Emmett and Mae Caskey, and the sister of LG Caskey. She grew up in Graham, and her formative years were spent as a farm girl during the depression. Her parents were hard-working people with solid values, which she passed down to her children.

On Feb. 5, 1943 Maureen married Jack Sullivan, a Graham schoolmate who had just joined the U.S. Army. She accompanied him to Alliance Nebraska for his training as a glider mechanic. Jack was then shipped overseas and Maureen returned to Graham to await the birth of their first child, Andy, who was born in March 1944. When Jack returned after a two-year service in Europe, the family moved to Fort Worth, and later had two more sons, Darryl (1946) and Tim (1953).

After their sons were grown, Jack and Maureen retired young and moved back to the Graham area, where they built a house on the very farm where Maureen was raised. They lived the life of “gentleman farmers” near Graham for two decades before moving back to Fort Worth. They enjoyed camping, traveling, square dancing, and church work. Above all they personified Christian values, and they imparted invaluable principles to their three sons. Maureen’s love and devotion to her husband was unconditional and inspiring, and she was immensely proud of her sons and their families. She and her husband were both inspiring role models.

Maureen was a strong motivating and moderating force in her family’s life. Although she was a sweet and gentle “southern lady,” she had a strong will and was not shy about imposing it. That being said, all of those in her universe knew her as a sweet grandmotherly type.

The family would like to offer thanks for the wonderful church home our parents enjoyed for many years at South Hills Christian Church in Fort Worth. Encompass Hospice Care offered their earthly angels to lovingly care for her, especially in the last few weeks. We are also grateful for the love and care given to our Mom by the staff at Brookdale Tanglewood Oaks, and we are particularly thankful for the love and compassion given to her by her good friend Lorenza Moore.

Survivors include; Devoted sons Andy and wife Sue of Oklahoma City, Darryl and wife Jeany of Whitney and Tim of Fort Worth; grandchildren Jacob Sullivan, Andy Sullivan (Tammy), Matt Sullivan, Tyler Sullivan, Molly Sullivan Parker (Matt), and Maggie Sullivan Thompson (Joel); eight great-grandchildren; very special and loving niece Melinda Nolan; and a host of other family, friends, and loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Bobby Stephen Byerly, 68, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at his residence in Newcastle. Memorial service will be Wednesday, Nov. 14, at 11 a.m. at the Gazebo in Pioneer Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Bobby was born Nov. 14, 1949 in Graham to the late Lee Jack and Leneta June (Reedy) Byerly. He married Janice Moore Montfort Oct. 7, 2017 in Graham and was a retired Auto Parts Salesman.

Survivors include: wife, Janice Byerly of Newcastle; sons, Robert Byerly and Ronnie Byerly of Missouri, and Justin Byerly of Houston; sister, Lisa White of Springtown; brother, Jerry Byerly of Houston; sister-in-law, Hunne Byerly of Arlington; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Byerly.

Harold L. Ward, 91, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018 in Graham. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Megargel Cemetery in Megargel. Arrangements are under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Harold was born March 2, 1927 in Bunger, to the late James Alva and Laura Belle (Rouse) Ward. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II. He married Maxine Selph, April 6, 1947 in Wichita Falls. She preceded him in death on Aug. 1, 2014. Harold was a self-employed oilfield lease operator and a member of the Church of Christ.

Survivors include; grandchildren, Bill McClendon of Olney, J.J. McClendon of Graham, and T.J. Ward of Graham; daughter-in-law, Kathy Ward of Graham; sister-in-law, Geraldine Alexander of Archer City; eight great grandchildren also survive.

He was preceded in death by son, Billy Harold Ward and daughter, Becky Jo Moody.

Raymond W. Wood, 86, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018 in Graham. Graveside funeral will Saturday, Nov. 17 at 4:30 p.m. in Cottonwood Cemetery in Jack County.

Raymond was born June 2, 1932 in Fowler Ohio to the late Wayne and Ester (Barker) Wood. Raymond was a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Air Force. He married Jannette Russell in Houston. He retired from doing missionary work and moved to Bryson in 1970 where he raised boer show goats. He was a member of Bryson Baptist Church.

Survivors include; children; Michael Wood of San Antonio, Thomas Wood of Canberra, Australia, Rene McComas of Harrisburg, PA., Gaye Zipkes of Graham, Stephen Zipkes of Round Rock, and Brooke Todd of Houston; five grandchildren and two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  

Raymond was preceded in death by brothers Howard and Glenn Wood.

Lou Wallace Childress Criswell was born in Graham, on Oct. 14, 1926, to John B. and Nevada Duncan Childress. She entered into the glory of our Lord and Savior on Nov. 6, having voted in her final election a few weeks earlier.

Services are Nov. 21, at 11:30 a.m. at DFW National Cemetery where she will be buried with husband Walt.

She graduated from Graham High School and then from Oklahoma College for Women with a Bachelor’s of Music.

She met Walter Criswell in Roswell, N.M., where she taught music and he was stationed with the Air Force. They were members of a Sunday school class that brought together numerous couples for marriage.

They were married at First Methodist Church in Graham on June 14, 1949. They established their first home in Lampasas where their first child John Walter was born and then moved to Killeen as housing became available closer to Grey Air Force Base. Two more children were born: Donald Allen (1952) and Carol Louise (1954). They received orders for transfer to Chateroux, France when Carol was six weeks old. Returning to Dyess AFB at Abilene, their fourth child Ann Elizabeth was born in 1958. When Walter retired in 1960, the family moved to Western Colorado.

After running a family peach farm outside of Palisade, Colo. for three years, the family returned to Abilene. This was home for many years, and all were active members of St. Paul Methodist Church.

Lou was a talented musician and began playing the piano at church when she was in junior high. She continued her service in music at base chapels or the local church, accompanying, leading choirs, and singing soprano in church choirs as well as serving as MYF counselor.

She taught music in the public schools. She then earned her M.Ed. in 1967 from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, and became a counselor. After serving as counselor in Callahan County Schools for 10 years she worked as a job counselor with the West Texas Council of Governments.

In 1978 Lou and Walter moved to Germany where Lou was the counselor for Department of Defense Heidelberg Middle Schools. They delighted in hosting family who came to visit. In 1980 they returned stateside to welcome their first grandchild.

In 1981 Lou and Walter moved home to Graham where Walter built their home next to the home where Lou grew up. Lou returned to the classroom and taught at Crestview Elementary in various capacities until she retired.

Lou traveled extensively, visiting all 50 states and many countries in Europe.

She delighted in her family, hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings for many years. She is survived by her two daughters: Carol Turner and husband Gary of Fort Worth, and Ann Criswell of Graham, four grandchildren: Tamara Speer and husband David of Lubbock, Allen Turner of Abilene, Mary Bukowski and husband Tim of Bedford, and Sam Weatherby of San Angelo; and five great-grandchildren: Jackson, Turner and Priscilla Speer, Evelyn Bukowski, and Lukas Weatherby.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Frances Childress, husband Walter, and two sons John and Don.

Wilma Irene Stivers, 95, passed away Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 in Graham. Visitation will be Monday, Nov. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the First Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Wilma was born Jan. 31, 1923 in Olney, Ill. to Camilla (Wyatt) and Rolly McWilliams. She graduated from Olney High School in 1940. High school sweethearts, Wilma and Jack were married Dec. 23, 1941 in St. Louis. After the war, Wilma and Jack moved to Abilene, where they raised their two sons and daughter. Wilma and Jack moved to Graham in 1995. Wilma was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Wilma was a homemaker and in her earlier years was known for her recipes, her love of cooking and extensive collection of cookbooks. One of her signature candies was peanut brittle which consistently won first prize at the Taylor County Fair in Abilene. She enjoyed needlepoint and stitched many canvases and Christmas decorations for her family and friends. Wilma lived a happy and joyful life and will live forever in her family’s hearts. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Graham since 1997.

Survivors include: son, David Stivers and wife, Shirley of Graham; daughter, Deborah Stivers of Johnstown, Colo.; grandchildren, Christie Stivers of Longmont, Colo., Jack Stivers and wife, Jennifer of Katy and Michael Stivers of Graham; great grandchildren, Connor and Molly Stivers of Katy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Camilla and Rolly McWilliams, husband, Jack Stivers on Dec. 29, 2002, and son, Danny Stivers on Jan. 29, 2003.

Wanda Ruth Primrose passed away Nov. 21, 2018 at her home in Graham. A family visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Friday at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. Friday at the Newcastle Cemetery in Newcastle.

Wanda was born March 31, 1928 in Olney and had lived in Graham most of her life. She was Young County Treasurer for many years and was active in the Democratic Party. Wanda was a member of the Eastside Church of Christ.

Survivors include a son, Rick Pearce and wife Barbara of Plano; daughter, Jan Montgomery and husband James of Graham; two grandchildren, Monica Pearce McWhorter and husband Eddie and Melannie Stansell and husband Jesse; seven great grandchildren, J.P. Montgomery, Johnathan Montgomery, Marley Pearce, Libby Johnston, Aubrey Johnston, Lena Stansell and Brick Stansell; sister, Carolyn Collins of Graham. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Olive Simpson, two brothers, Derwood and Babe

Simpson, two sisters, Betty Grubbs and her husband Hugh, Glenda Wooldridge and brother in law, Richard Collins.
 

Amanda Lois Sloan Lynch passed away on Nov. 22, 2018 in Garden Terrace in Graham. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the Bailey-Howard Funeral Home Chapel in Clyde. Visitation will be held immediately following the service until 11:30 a.m. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Abilene.

She was born June 22, 1920 on a small, sandy cotton farm in the Fort Belknap community, the ninth and last child of Ambers Marion and Mary Ellen “Mollie” Hargrave Sloan.

Lois went to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone in her early 20s in Graham and worked for SW Bell and later AT&T for 38 years. Most of her adult life was spent in Abilene and after retirement, Clyde.

Lois was predeceased by her husband, Calvin Lynch, their beloved daughter, Deborah Kay Lynch, who died at 15 in an automobile accident, and all of her brothers and sisters. She lived the longest of anyone in her family. She is survived by many much-loved nieces and nephews. She especially relied upon and cherished her special nephew, Glenn Whiteley, who was always there for her. She is also survived by her dear friend, Jo Odom, Jo’s son, Danny Odom, and his daughters Shannon and Lindsey who were like granddaughters to her.

Lois was a devoted member of the Clyde Church of Christ.

Online condolences may be made at www.baileyhowardfuneralhome.com.

Louis Earl Goodman, 52, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018 in Denton County. Funeral services were Sunday, Nov. 25, at 2 p.m. in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Louis was born April 18, 1966 in Kerrville to Beatrice Pearl (Lee) and Jim Alexander Goodman. He was a swab unit operator for F2 Well Service in Bridgeport.

Louis was a family man, he enjoyed spending time with his family. Louis loved to go fishing with his brothers, daughter and other family members. He was a avid Nascar race fan. His favorite driver was Kyle Bush. He enjoyed watching the races on Sunday. He loved having get togethers and cooking out on the grill. Louis was a Simple man and he will be missed dearly. Fly High our sweet Angel.

Survivors include: mother, Beatrice Pearl Higgins of Bryson; daughter, Tisha Goodman of Bryson; son, Louis E. Goodman, Jr. and wife, Alicia Simpson of Lewisville; brothers, James A. Goodman and wife, Mary Ann of Graham, Lonnie D. Goodman of Bryson, and Tom D. Goodman of Bryson; sister, Ruthie Thomas and husband, Bill of Graham; brother, David Goodman of San Angelo; sisters, Laverne Goodman of San Angelo, and Bea Goodman of San Angelo; two granddaughters, three nieces, and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by father, Jim A. Goodman, step-father, Tom Higgins, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Lee and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Goodman, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Linda Gayle Widner passed away Nov. 26, 2018 at her home Near Newcastle. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, at McMillan-Satterwhite Funeral Home.

A family visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Linda was born Dec. 8, 1944 in Dallas, and grew up in Grand Prairie. She was a member of the Baptist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Johnny Widner of Graham; three daughters, Tammy Holman of Graham, Kelly Pearson and husband Carey of Southlake, Raelynda Nievar and husband John of Graham; step daughter, Dianne Amburn and husband Jack of Graham; two sisters, Ruth Morgan and Edna Bennett; 12 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Emmitt Lee and Gladys Mae (Wyatt) Burnett, by a brother, Ray Dee Burnett and by a sister, Ruby Trogdon.

Lois Louise Hallford, 74, passed away Nov. 26, 2018 in Weatherford.

She was born March 16, 1944 in Stith the daughter of Rupert Clarence and Lois Texanna Barnett Rhynes. She married Edward Hallford on March 16, 1962 in Trent. She was a longtime resident of Possum Kingdom Lake and was a Baptist. She loved sewing and was a passionate quilter. She loved her family and they were her life.

There will be a family gathering and meal at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at Rock Creek Camp Reunion Hall at Possum Kingdom Lake. Viewing will be at 1:30 p.m. with graveside services starting at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at McAdams Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband, Edward Hallford, daughter, Pam Hallford, and son, Mike Hallford all of Possum Kingdom Lake; grandchildren, Michelle and Richard Morin of Weatherford, Kyle Dortch and Sarah Culp of Wilmington, Del.; great-grandchildren, Braden and Logan Thomas of Weatherford, Rylan, Colin, and Paxton Morin of Weatherford; brother and sister-in-law, Ray and Reba Rhynes of Baird; sister and brother-in-law, Marie and Gerald Nelson of Abilene; brother, Theldon Rhynes of Abilene; extended family, Laura Stanfield and her children, Meghan and Jerod Hamblin, Cameron Perry, and Adam Stanfield, and many other close family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, and one sister. Condolences may be left at www.bcbfuneralhome.com.

Truman Gowens, 93, passed away Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018 in Graham. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 28, in Morrison Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.

Truman was born May 20, 1925 in Young County to the late James William and Zena Blanche (Choate) Gowens. He married Velma Ford in 1946. She preceded him in death on Jan. 20, 2017. Truman was a retired employee of Hexcel Corporation and a member of Salem Crestview United Methodist Church.

Survivors include: daughter, JoAnn Oler and husband, Ralph of Baytown; son, Kenneth Gowens and wife, Pam of Irving; daughter-in-law, Helen Robinson and husband, Brent; six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by son, Charles Gowens, daughter, Patricia Ward, granddaughter, Amy Gowens.

Services to honor Angela and Awetrey Erwin will be Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018 at 2 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Graham. Burial will follow in Pioneer Cemetery in Graham. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home Chapel.

Angela Rachel Erwin began the journey of life on June 13, 1968. She was the daughter of Delvin Keith Robinson and Donna Mae Davis, born in Amarillo. She was very appreciative of her education opportunities at Southwestern Oklahoma State University and Midwestern State University resulting in a Master Degree in Psychology. Angela was full of life exhibiting the upmost strength, abundance love, and passion for her friends and family.

Angela’s proudest achievements were her three children, of which she is survived by Colby Robinson and wife MaKenna of Erick, Okla. and Maddy Erwin of Graham. Her precious son, Awetrey Erwin joined her in Heaven on Nov. 24, 2018 along with her grandmother, Edna Estell Robinson and her father. Additional survivors to cherish  her memory are her three grandchildren, Braylee Robinson, Rynlee Robinson, and Brantley Roberson of Erick, Okla., a sister Dalaney Davis and mother of Crystal Falls, Mich. and her admired 99 year old grandfather Virgil Robinson of Wichita Falls.

She loved the First United Methodist Church, Cross Country Walk to Emmaus, her coworkers at Matlock Optical and many special friends.

Aaron Wayne Erwin III - “Awetrey”
April 12, 2013 -
November 24, 2018

Awetrey Erwin leaped suddenly from this world into the joyful loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Saturday November the 24th 2018 near Markley. Departing this life at the same instant as his mother, Angela R. Erwin.

Leaving behind a wake of broken hearts to anyone that ever met this precious and sweet baby boy.

Those that knew him best will forever miss his playful spirit, his energetic pace and a contagious smile that was only matched by a tender heart and a genuine love of family.

He is survived by his father, Aaron W. Jr. and Amy Erwin, sisters, Maddison Ann Erwin, Laney Dundon and Ellie Thornbrue of Graham and a brother Colby Robinson and wife MaKenna, and a niece Braylee of Oklahoma. Paternal grandparents, Aaron W. Sr. and Pam Erwin of Graham. Maternal grandmother Donna Davis of Michigan. Great grandparents, H.E. and Leta Harrell of Graham and Rose Lauster of Jean. A maternal great-great grandfather Virgil Robinson of Wichita Falls. Uncle and Aunt, Frankie and Taylor Erwin of Graham and Aunt Laney Davis of Michigan, as well as numerous Great Aunts, Uncles and cousins far and wide.

Awetrey attended Pioneer Elementary and Salem-Crestview Methodist Church in Graham.

Charles Manuel Clinton was born on July 8, 1931 in Knox City. He grew up a farm boy in Graham and graduated from Graham High School. He was in the army and stationed in France during the Korean Conflict between 1951-1954. He married the love of his life, Dorothy Marie Helvey, on Sept. 18, 1954 at Eastside Church of Christ in Graham. Charley joined his wife of 61 years as he met his heavenly Father face to face on November 26, 2018.

Charley Manual was preceded in death by his parents, Clarance & Ethel Clinton, his sister Wanda Cretsinger, and one grandson, Luke Clinton. Manual is survived by his brother and wife; Harvey and Betty Clinton; three children and their spouses, Randy and Debbie Clinton, Carla and Mike Rodgers, and Kevin and Becky Clinton: and nine grandchildren; Lindsey, Brad, Hunter, Hailey, Logan, Mikaela, Morgan, Makenzie, and Zachary; two great-grandsons; Kingston & Campbell and two great-granddaughters; Emma & Keyleigh.

Charles was a devoted husband and loving father. He was affectionately known as “PawPaw” by his grandchildren. He adored his family and loved gathering his children and grandchildren at the farm, planning hayrides, giving fishing lessons, feeding the cows, paddle-boating across the tank, playing games, and other fun adventures.

Charles served as a deacon at Singing Oaks Church of Christ in Denton and as both deacon and elder at Eastside Church of Christ in Graham. He was a businessman, a rancher, cattleman, and laundry owner. Charles and Dorothy lived in Denton and raised their family from 1961-1988. They moved to Graham in 1988 and back to living on the farm, which was his passion.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the CEC at www.thecec.org or the Food Pantry at Singing Oaks Church of Christ or a Christian non-profit of your choice.

Graveside services will be Thursday, Nov. 29, at 11 a.m. in Pioneer Cemetery under the direction of Morrison Funeral Home.