Kingfisher County Obituaries A-L

September 28, 1899 - Died on September 21, 1899, Stella, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Abercombie, aged 9 days. Remains laid to rest Mt. Zion Cemetery. (The Reformer)

ADAMS, Rev. Robert

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, December, 1895

A Veteran Mustered Out.

Died - Sunday night, E.L. AMBROSE, aged seventy-eight years. His funeral attended by his family, neighbors and members of Kingfisher Post G.A.R., took place Monday afternoon from the Congregational church. Services were conducted by Rev. J. INGRAM.

Mr. AMBROSE was born in New York, but removed to Wisconsin when a young man and enlisted in the 14th regiment Wisconsin infantry, and served throughout the war. He removed successively to Iowa, Kansas and three years ago to Oklahoma. He leaves a widow, two sons and two daughters. His pall bearers were comrades of the G.A.R. and ceremonies at the grave were according to their ritual.

ALIG, George

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, August 9, 1951.

George ALIG, 69, died suddenly about 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at his home northwest of Okarche.

Funeral service will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday in Holy Trinity church at Okarche. Rosary will be at 8 p.m. Friday at the home, located seven miles west, one north and three-fourths west of Okarche. Interment will be made in Holy Trinity cemetery.

Born Nov. 13, 1881, at Metamora, Ill., he came with his parents to Oklahoma in 1893.

In 1906, he was united in marriage with Cathrine OTTIS, who survives him. Other survivors include two sons, John and Lawrence of Okarche; five daughters, Mrs. Paul WITTROCK and Mrs. George STANGL of Okarche, Mrs. Cletus WITTROCK of Kingfisher, and Miss Frances ALIG and Miss Mary Agnes ALIG of Oklahoma City; a sister, Mrs. C. W. MEISTREL of Tulsa, and 13 grandchildren.

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, November 15, 1943.

Chas. AMES Dies; Funeral Tuesday.

Final rites will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the local Methodist-Congregational church for Charles Sumner AMES, who died Saturday evening at his home on South Main street. Rev. H.D. TOMLIN will officiate, and interment will be made in the El Reno cemetery.
BRACKEN funeral home will be in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. AMES was born April 2, 1876, in Macon, Mo. In 1916, he came to Kingfisher from Coffeyville, Kans., to assume managership of the LOGAN-AMES company store.

While young he united with the Presbyterian church, and later became a member of the Congregational church of Kingfisher. He was a member of the official church board at the time of his death.

He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Gladys CRANE, of Kingfisher; a sister, Mrs. Ella ENGLISH, of Topeka, Kans.; and two nephews.

ANDERSON, Leo Loudel

March 23, 1899 - Leo Loudel Anderson, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Anderson, born Long Prairie, Minnesota May 23, 1888; died March 17, 1899, aged 10 years 9 months. Funeral services at Bird Creek Baptist Church. Remains laid away in cemetery near by. (The Reformer)

ANKERMAN, Jesse

March 2, 1899 - Jesse Ankerman, son of John Ankerman, died February 22, 1899, aged 9 years 1 month 15 days. (The Reformer)

Hennessey Clipper
Thursday Mar. 4, 1920

The funeral of Mrs. Edna Lou Armke, victim of the Rhodes Hotel fire, was
held Tuesday afternoon from the Congregational Church. Internment being
made in the Hennessey Cemetery. Her son, Guy Guest, of Okmulgee, Okla.and
her daughter, Mrs. Ethel Lemon, of Clinton, Okla; her brother, Mr. John
Guest and wife and brother, Arthur Guest and wife, and Mr. and Mrs. J.V.
Hager of Enid were among the relatives in attendance from a distance.

Mark BAKER Dies Of Heart Attack.

Funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Hennessey Methodist church for Mark C. BAKER, who died of a heart attack at Hennessey Friday evening while watching the Hennessey-Crescent
football game in which his son Charles was playing center for the Hennessey eleven. Rev. M. CARTWRIGHT, pastor, will officiate. Members of the American Legion will take part in the service. Interment will be made in the Kingfisher cemetery.

BAKER, rural mail carrier out of Hennessey for the past 21 years, was a veteran of the first World war and served 10 months in France.

Survivors include his wife, son Charles; and daughter Nelda Rae of the home; and two other daughters, Mrs. Noel WOODS of Henderson, Ky., and Miss Ethel BAKER of Independence, Kans.; two brothers, John and Herman BAKER, and two sisters, Mrs. Ethel WROBBEL and Mrs. Josie TRINDLE, all of Kingfisher.

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, Apil 2, 1925

Miss Lydia BEECH - Obituary

Miss Lydia BEECH was born September 21, 1847, in Ohio, and died in Kingfisher, March 30, 1925.

Miss BEECH moved to Kingfisher about twenty-five years ago to keep house for her brother, who died almost three years ago. Miss BEECH is the last of a family of eight. She leave to mourn her death only nieces and nephews. Her niece, Mrs. Martha GEBHART of Pratt, Kansas, is the only relative here.

The funeral will be held at the Christian church this afternoon at 2 o'clock.

BERNETT, Louis P.

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, February 26, 1915 - MORTUARY.

Louis P. BERNETT was born October 1, 1841, and died February 25, 1915, at the age of 73 years, 4 months and 25 days at the home of his brother Ira BERNETT, 10 miles northwest of town.

He was a member of the Free Masons for about 45 years. Mr. BERNETT was born in Indiana and in the year 1868 he moved with his parents to Coffey County, Kansas, and in 1870 he moved to Cowley County, Kansas, where he was married to Elizabeth FOLEY, February 15, 1914.

Mr. BERNETT leaves a wife, two brothers and one sister to mourn their loss. They are: Marshall J. BERNETT of Wiola, Montana; Ira D. BERNETT of Kingfisher and Mrs. Josephine SKINNER of Max, North Dakota.

Funeral services were held at the home at 11 o'clock this morning by Rev. HEROD of Kiel. Interment was made in Greenwood cemetery.

BEZANSON, Mahlon V.

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Monday, April 5, 1915.

OBITUARY OF M. V. BEZANSON.

Mahlon V. BEZANSON, aged sixty-nine years, entered into rest Saturday afternoon, April 3rd, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. D. RUSH.

Mr. BEZANSON was a native of Halifax, Nova Scotia and resided in Virginia until manhood, then moved to North Carolina and after a few years moved with his family to Conneticut and resided there for sixteen years, then came to Oklahoma and made his home in Kingfisher where he has lived since except about nine months in 1914, which he spent in California.

While living in Henderson, N.C., he was associated in business with his brother-in-law, Mr. B. A. WILSON, now of Pendleton, S.C.

He had been in poor health all winter and was taken down with pneumonia on Saturday preceding his death, being confined to his bed one week.

The deceased is survived by two children, Miss Emma V. BEZANSON of North Haven, Conn., who was unable to be present and Harry B. BEZANSON of New Haven, Conn., who arrived in Kingfisher Sunday morning in response to a message from friends that his father was critically ill.

Mr. BEZANSON also leaves two brothers, Joseph BEZANSON, who resides in Oregon and Dr. Chas. BEZANSON and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. BEZANSON was a man who was loved and respected by all who knew him and numbered his friends by his acquaintances. He was a sincere Christian quiet and unassuming. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and a member of the Brotherhood.

Funeral services were held at two thirty o'clock this afternoon from the undertaking parlors of E. R. HORTON officiating. Interment was made in Kingfisher cemetery.

BIBEY, Infant

September 7, 1899 - Infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bibey was buried Mt. Zion Cemetery Tuesday of last week. (The Reformer)

BINGO, Mr.

November 7, 1918 - Mr. Bingo, an elderly man of Clear Creek neighborhood, died Saturday. Funeral services were held at the home this morning. (Kingfisher Weekly Free Press)

BLAIR, Edward

Died at home near Kingfisher December 31, 1897, Edward Blair in 65th year. Born July 17, 1833 St. Laurence Co., N. Y.; married Martha Moore March 4, 1857. 10 Children. Soldier in Civil War. (The Reformer)

Source: KINGFISHER WEEKLY FREE PRESS, Thursday, June 3, 1926

INDIAN WAR HERO PASSES AWAY HERE

Tommy BLIND, known by all as Tommy BLIND WOMAN, was given a military funeral by the American Legion post at the Kingfisher Cemetery on Decoration Day. Battery F 158th Field Artillery, fired the rifle salute after conveying the body to the cemetery on a caisson.

Tommy won distinction during the World War, and was decorated by Uncle Sam and the French government for bravery. He received both the D.S.C. and Congressional Medal of Honor.

He was the first Indian overseas, the first in the front line and the first in occupied territory.

His rifle is on exhibition in the National Historical Museum at Washington D.C.

In the early days Tommy played half-back on the Kingfisher College football team and distinguished himself for speed and cleaverness.

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HOMAGE TO DEAD SUNDAY

MEMORIAL SERVICE HELD AT METHODIST CHURCH

Military Funeral For Tommy BLIND WOMAN Held From Undertaking Parlor

Sunday Kingfisher paid tribute to it's war dead. Memorial services were held at the Methodist Church in the afternoon. Rev. NUNN, post chaplain of the Kieth Lowry Post, delivered a short address which was followed at the cemetery by a ceremony over the grave of Wm. N. SMITH, who was killed in action in France.

While the services were in progress at the church a military funeral was being held for the remains of Tommy BLINDWOMAN, an ex-service man; from the BRACKEN Funeral Home.

Lieut. RUPE of the local artillery battery had charge of all military preparations. A firing squad fired a salute over the grave as the remains of Tommy were lowered and a salute of 21 guns were fired by the field pieces immediately following the ceremony over the SMITH grave.

The graves of all ex-service men were marked by American flags.

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, April 24, 1939

OBITUARY - WILLIAM V. BLYTHE

William V. BLYTHE was born May 15, 1864, in the state of Indiana and passed away April 19, 1939, in his home near Kingfisher. He would have been 75 years old on May 15.

He was married to Miss Tena Belle LANGFORD at Mt. Vernon, Ind., on August 26, 1891, and they made their home in Cynthiana, Ind., for about 10 years; then they moved to Illinois. After a few years the family moved to Coleman, Tex., then to Ranger, Tex., where they lived until they came to Kingfisher in 1932. They lived here on a farm northeast of town.

Four daughters and two sons were born to the BLYTHES, two preceding their father in death, Lyda Fern, at the age of two years, and Virgil, when he was 15 years of age.

Those who survive are: Mrs. A.F. STEVENS, Ranger, Tex., Mrs. Grady MEADE, Mrs. C.A. STARK and Frank BLYTHE of Kingfisher; eight grandchildren, Roy, Hazel, Arline and Marguerite STEVENS, Reta Mae, Zane and Tena Belle STARK and Louise WARD; and one great-grandchild, Mildred Faye DEMPSEY; one sister in Washington and three in Indiana;
and one brother in California. A host of friends also join in mourning their loss.

When a young man, Mr. BLYTHE united with the General Baptist church and on moving to Coleman, Tex., he and his wife united with the General Baptist church in that city. He loved music and they had singing at home. In the Baptist church, he was the song leader at the morning service as well as in the schoolhouse in the afternoon. He was blessed with good health throughout the years until a few months before his death.

Jovial of disposition and naturally friendly, he had many friends whom he cheered along life's pathway. He was a kind, loving husband and father. Though sincere grief takes possession of loved ones left behind, Providence had spared him to a ripe old age. To one of his daughters, watching over him one night in his sickness, he spoke of friends and loved ones who might be left behind, but said he had a Friend who would never leave him.

Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Presbyterian church, Rev. S.H. JONES officiating. Interment was made in the Kingfisher cemetery, with the BRACKEN funeral home in charge.

KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 1913.

Obituary.

Robert Melvin BRACKEN, born in Kingfisher October 17, 1899. Age 13 years, 7 months and 15 days. Died Sunday morning at 9 o'clock, June 22, 1913. Son of Mr. and Mrs. John BRACKEN, lived in Kingfisher until 2 1/2 years ago then moved to Phillipsburg, Kansas, at which place he made his profession of his faith in Christ and united with the church at the age of twelve.

He has always been a faithful member of the Bible school from which he has received due recognition for regular attendance and good behavior. Later the family returned to Kingfisher where the deceased was taken suddenly ill and died at his home at South 10th St. with typhoid fever.

His departure leaves a vacant chair in the home but our loss is his gain.

He leaves a bereaved father, mother and only sister to mourn their loss and a number of sorrowing relatives. Funeral was held at the residence at four o'clock Monday by the Rev. RUNYON.

BREWIN, John Thomas

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, November 22, 1943.

OBITUARY - JOHN THOMAS BREWIN

John Thomas BREWIN, son of John and Emma BREWIN, was born December 17, 1863, at Thornton, England, and died November 10, 1943, at the age of 79 years, 10 months and 23 days.

He went to Canada when 19 and attended college at Chatham, Ontario, and Detroit, Mich. He went from there to western Nebraska and Iowa. In 1901 he came to Kingfisher.

He was united in marriage on February 22, 1898, with Elizabeth WIGGINS. To this union two daughters were born, Millie, who died in infancy, and Minnie. His wife died November 23, 1923.

He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Minnie TOULSON; one brother, William BREWIN, of Savannah, Ga.; one sister, Mrs. Louise SUTTON, of Hinckley, England; other relatives and friends.

Funeral service was held at 4 p.m. November 12 at the BRACKEN funeral chapel, with Rev. A.B. SMITHER officiating. Interment was made in Kingfisher cemetery.

BRINDLEY, Mary E. (BURTON)

Mary Elizabeth Burton Brindley was born in Jasper County, Mo., March 3, 1875, and it remained her home until her 16th year, when the family came to Oklahoma. Her father made (the run and staked a claim and moved on it. Her mother passed away, leaving her father with five motherless children--four girls and one boy.

Coming to Oklahoma, in a covered wagon in November 1892, they made their home on their uncle's place until the opening of the Cherokee Strip the following year.

She was married to Henry Brindley Feb. 4, 1899. Two children were born to their union, John F. Brindley, of Enid, and Mrs. Inez Ramey, of Dover.

Mrs. Brindley was baptized at the age of 20 years in Skeleton Creek by Rev. John Rogers, and remained a consistent Christian to her death. A wonderful wife and a grand mother, she took her grandson when he was a week old and reared him like her own child. She lived and toiled for her home and family.

She passed away April 8, 1943, at the age of 68 years. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Saturday afternoon, April 10, at 2:30 o'clock. Rev. C. C. Wilson, the pastor, was assisted in the services by Rev. Charles Perkins, a former Hennessey pastor. Music was furnished by the Methodist choir. Interment was made in the Hennessey Cemetery. (Hennessey Clipper)

BRITT, John

Thursday January 11, 1940 - John Britt, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Britt, was born October 18, 1862, near La Crosse, Wis., and passed to his reward following a brief heart attack at his home four miles west of Cashion about 7 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 1940. Funeral service was held Wednesday afternoon at the Cashion Christian church, Joe L. Pope, minister, delivering the sermon. Burial was made in the Cashion cemetery.

Orphaned at an early age, Mr. Britt was thrown upon his own resources when a mere child. In advance of the opening of the lands of Oklahoma to settlement, he had located in this area, being present when the run was made. Later he went to Iowa, returning to Oklahoma in 1902.

On February 18, 1886, Mr. Britt took as his bride, Miss Sarah Jane VanValkenburg at Ford, Kans. To them were born the following children, who with the widow, survive; Lemuel Britt, Austin, Minn., Miss Norma Britt of the home, Earl Britt, Stillwater, Mitchell Britt, Cashion, Mrs. Ethel Herrington, Wellington, Kans., Mrs. Hazel Marlow and Elmer Britt, Cashion, and Mrs. Fern Struck, Kingfisher. He also leaves 8 grandsons, 11 grandaughters and many friends, who mourn the loss of this kindly friend and gracious neighbor.

Coming back to this part of the country in 1902, Mr. Britt established a home in the vicinity of Reeding, and only a few years ago he built a new home for his family. He was identified with all movements for the development of his community.

Mr. Britt was one of the citizens of the community known as "old timers," and had witnessed with delight the development of the country. It has been said of him that he was one of the minority who never complained about conditions, and whose utterances about his fellow creatures relected the spirit of true friendship. (Kingfisher Times)

BRITT, Sarah Jane

Thursday August 12, 1948 - Sarah Jane Van Valkenburg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Van Valkenburg, was born Feb. 9, 1968, at Sterling, Ill., and died Sunday, Aug. 8, at her home four miles west of Cashion. Whe was 80 years and six months old.

She was united in marriage with John J. Britt on Feb. 20, 1886, at Dodge City, Kans. They established a home there for a few years, then moved to Mulhall for a short time, then moved to Turin, Iowa, where they lived until 1902, when they moved to near Reeding, where she resided at the time of her death. Mr. Britt preceeded her in death on Jan 6, 1940.

Ten children were born to the Britts. Two sons died in infancy. She is survived by four sons, Lemuel of Austin, Minn., Mitchell of Leon, Kans., Earl and Elmer L. of Kingfisher, four daughters, Nora Britt of the home, Ethel Herrington of Wellington, Kans., Hazel Marlow and Fern Struck of Kingfisher, two brothers, Logue and Ora Van Valkenburg of Los Angeles, Calif., two sisters, Ida Potts of Sloan, Iowa, Genie Allen of Decatur, Neb., 18 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. One brother, two sisters and one granddaughter, Betty Jane Struck, preceded her in death.

Funeral services were held in the Cashion Christian church on Wednesday, with Rev. J.R. Johnson delivering the sermon. She was buried beside her husband in the Cashion Cemetery. (Kingfisher Times)

BROWER, Dr. John H.

December 2 or 3, 1933 - Rites for the late Dr. John H. Brower, who passed away, Wednesday, last week, were held in the First Baptist Church in Kingfisher. Saturday forenoon, 10 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Tom Davis, Watonga Baptist minister, assisted by Rev. A. F. Whitehurst, pastor of the First Baptist church of Kingfisher.

The following obituary was read: John Henry Brower was the son of Henry H. and Carrie Brower. He was born on a farm near Laurens, Pocahontas County, Iowa, May 14, 1880. His death occurred at his home in Okmulgee, Okla, following a long severe illness, on Nov. 29, 1933, at the age of 53 years, 6 months and 15 days.

He with his parents, came to Oklahoma when he was thirteen years of age, and his father located near Kingfisher where John grew to manhood. He was united in marriage to Miss Maude Frans, in February, 1903. She was the cousin of W. D. and N. H. Frans of Thomas community. The sweet companionship of this marriage was broken on March 18, 1905, when his wife was taken by death at their Kingfisher home. This sad event left in the home one infant son, who is Dr. Earl L. Brower of Okmulgee and recently of Thomas, Okla. He was later married to Emma Steiner of Kingfisher county. To this union two daughters were born, Eva Mae and Elsie June of the home address.

"While he was reared on the farm, and for many years following his marriage, he continued on the farm. In 1912 he became interested in the profession of Chirpractic. He graduated from the Bellington Chiropractic College of Virginia, Carver College, Oklahoma City, and Palmer School of Chirpractic, Davenport, Iowa. He located for the practice of his profession in Thomas, Okla., later moving to Clinton and in 1920 moved to Okmulgee, Okla. He was regarded as a man of honor, integrity and business ability.
"He was converted and became a member of the Baptist church in 1903. His life was a constant display of honest integrity, for fair dealing, and given over to the allevation of pain, and helpfulness to all with whom he came in contact. As a professional man, he ever displayed those higher qualities of manhood that exemplifies things highest in the conduct of man.

"His father, mother and one brother preceded him to the world beyond. He leaves to mourn his departure his wife and children already mentioned. He also leaves one half-brother, S. H. Jeffers of Laurens, Iowa; one brother, Alonzo Brower, Thomas, Okla.; two sisters, Mrs. N. H. Frans and Mrs. W. D. Frans, both of Thomas, Okla.; a step-mother, Mrs. Georgia Brower, Kingfisher, Okla.; one grandson, Tommy Lee Brower, Okmulgee, Okla.; many other relatives and friends who are grieved because of his departure. A true and loving husband, a kind and indulgent father and a splendid citizen has gone from us."

Relatives from here who attended the sad obsequy were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Brower and granddaughter, Betty Jo Fletcher; Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Frans and son, Dick; Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Frans and son, Huffman; Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Williams and children. Dr. Fred Pettit, resident of Cornell and a cousin of the late Dr. Brower, came here and accompanied other relatives to Kingfisher. Friends from here who were present included Mrs. V. M. Thompson, Mrs. Louis Dodd and Mrs. Robert W. Davis.

Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Frans, residents of Fay community also attended the funeral.

Following the rites, the remains were taken to Kingfisher cemetery and laid to rest to await the resurrection morning. (Kingfisher: Newspaper unknown)

Mrs. Kiziah Brower died Monday morning at 6:30 o'clock at the home of her son, H. H. Brower, with whom she had made her home for a number of years. Grandma Brower was 86 years and 7 months old at her death. She had been an invalid for years with paralysis, and during the last six years her life was lived in darkness. About ten days ago she was taken with summer complaint, which resulted in her death.
Grandma Brower was a true Christian woman. The remains left the home of H. H. Brower at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning, and the funeral held at the Alpha Congregational church at one o'clock in the afternoon. Internment in Alpha cemetery.

Mrs. Keziah Brower was born in New York, January 10, 1820, and died at the home of her son, H. H. Brower, in this city, July 9, 1906, at 6:30 a.m., aged 86 years and 7 months lacking one day. She had been totally blind for six years or over. Her death was quite sudden though she had been feeble for some time and resulted from a general break down of her system. The funeral services were held at Alpha church, Tuesday, July 10, conducted by Rev. Job Ingram, after which her remains were laid to rest beside those of her husband who died in 1898, shortly after coming from Iowa to Oklahoma. For 33 years she had made her home with her son. Mrs. Brower was the mother of ten children, seven sons and three daughters. Six of the sons with the father served in the Union Army during the dark days from 1861 to 1865. Of the seven living children only one was able to be present at her funeral, being scattered in different states from New York to Minnesota. Mrs. Brower had been a Christian for many years and was a member of the Congregational church at the time of her death. During the six or seven years of her blindness she had been a patient and uncomplaining sufferer and the text at her funeral was an appropriate one. "There remaineth, therefore, a rest to the people of God." Her funeral was largely attended by old friends and neighbors.(Newspaper unknown)

BROWER, Maud

Mrs. Maud Brower, wife John K. Brower and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. K. Frans, was born in Missouri twenty-three years ago and died near Alpha March 18, 1905. She was married some two years ago and left a little son 10 months old. Besides the husband, a father, mother, four brothers and two sisters and a large circle of relatives and friends mourn her loss.

She was a sweet spirited christian woman well and widely known. She was a member of the Huntsville Baptist church loved and esteemed by all who knew her.

The funereal took place from the Baptist church in this city on Monday the 20th, Rev. Job Ingram, preaching the sermon. A very large concourse of people followed her remains to the Kingfisher cemetery. The people to the number of from 150 to 100 persons show the very high regard in which the deceased was held. The music was furnished by the members of the Huntsville B. Y. P. U. Relatives were present from Nebraska, Missouri and Oklahoma.

The bereaved husband and all the relative have the universal sympathy of the people. (Newspaper unknown)

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, April 3, 1939.

ELMER ELLSWORTH BROWN - OBITUARY

Rev. Elmer Ellsworth BROWN, son of Thomas and Mary BROWN, was born December 18, 1859, at Washington, Ill. At the age of 11 years he moved to Arkansas, where his father died. He then returned to Illinois and later lived in eastern Iowa.

On August 18, 1891, he was married to Alice May HEMPY. To this union five children were born and all are still living. They are: George, Mrs. Bertha OWENS and Mrs. Hazel MALCOLM, all of Montana, Haran of Wisconsin and Earl of Iowa; one brother, Edison BROWN; and a cousin, Arthur INGLE, both of Hennessey.

He came to Oklahoma in 1908 and had lived near Hennessey since. About seven years ago he moved into the home of Mr. and Mrs. F.L. CARTER because of ill health.

He died March 20, 1939, and was buried in the Oak Grove cemetery, J.W. DUFF officiating.

BROWN, GEORGE H.

Kingfisher Daily Free Press
Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Monday, Oct. 25, 1915

OBITUARY OF GEORGE H. BROWN

The news of the sudden death of George BROWN last Thursday night came as a shock to the community, barbed with pain and sorrow. Only a few short days ago he was upon our streets greeting all with a happy "Good morning." Today all that was mortal of our friend and townsman is at peaceful rest in
the Silent City of the Dead.

The funeral, which was held from the Baptist church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Job INGRAM, assisted by the pastor, Rev. J. W. BEVILLE, was the largest funeral ever held in Kingfisher, fully one thousand people being in attendance. The church was filled to its capacity, not even standing room being available, with as many if not more crowding the church lawn and streets.

The A.O.U.W., Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodges attended in a body. The lodge procession as if marched to the church was a block and a half long. The floral offerings surpassed in profusion and beauty anything ever seen in Kingfisher. About 60 autos and buggies formed the procession to the cemetery, where the A.O.U.W. and Odd Fellows used the ritualistic ceremonies.

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George Henry BROWN, son of William and Mary BROWN, was born in Andrew County, MO., January 25, 1870, and died at his home in Kingfisher, Okla., Thursday, October 21, 1915, at 7:25 p.m., aged forty-five years, eight months and twenty-seven days.

His boyhood and young manhood was spent near Stansbury, MO., until twenty-five years ago, when he came to Oklahoma. He was here at the opening of the Cheyenne and Arapahoe country, where he saw the rushing crowds and witnessed the wonderful rapid growth of this city, county and state. He homesteaded and first lived on a farm eleven miles southeast of Kingfisher, in Lynn township, where he resided till about fifteen years ago, when he moved to Kingfisher and has since made this his home.

Mr. BROWN was appointed special policeman of Kingfisher by Mayor J. C. ROBB, September 16, 1901, and on June 1, 1903, was appointed night policeman by Mayor J. M. SPEICE. He served in that capacity until April, 1907, when he was elected city marshall, which position he held till the time of his death. At the first meeting of the city council following his election as city marshall he was appointed chief of the fire department. This last position was one hard to fill. He was sometimes criticized, sometimes condemned, sometimes applauded, but he always kept on in an even way doing the best he could and what he thought was right and best.

He was united in marriage to Miss Roberta BANKS, July 27, 1896, nearly twenty years ago. To this union were born five children, one daughter dying in infancy. Those who survive him are his aged mother, the widow and three daughters, Marie, Loucile and Olive, and one son, Carl.

Mr. BROWN made a profession of saving faith in Jesus Christ and united with the Baptist church as a candidate for baptism, May 9, 1913, after a long hard struggle to yield to the claims of the Lord. From that day till the day of his death he lived a useful and consistent member of the church. He was always in his place at the services of the church unless otherwise hindered. In whatever services of the church unless in some the same interested member and a quiet unassuming disciple of the Lord. As a man he was kind, courteous, cautious, brave and conscientious. As a son he was affectionate, loving and kind. As a husband he was thoughtful, loving, kind and tender.

After fire had destroyed his home about six weeks ago his plans and work were for the rebuilding and making a beautiful, pleasant, happy home. He did not see the full completion of these hopes and labors, but worked to this end almost up to the last hour of his life. As a father he was gentle, forbearing, loving and kind. He was ever thoughtful to friends and relatives. As a citizen he was loyal and patriotic. He had the interest and welfare of his home city on his heart and labored for its interest and welfare. As a brother in the fraternal orders of which he was a member his brotherly feeling and interest were always felt.

There is no language at our command by which we can fittingly betray the sincerity of his christian character. Conscience guided his every act - he was strictly honest in the service he rendered to his fellow-men, to his community, to his church, to his God and to his family. To man, woman or child, saint or sinner, he always extended a cordial greeting that lent a ray of light to brighten their pathway in the journey of life. He commanded the respect of all sects and classes of people, as the attendance at his funeral fully verified. It seems so perfectly natural for him to do right. The community did not fully appreciate his true worth until after the thread of life was severed.

BROWN, L.A.

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, August 9, 1951.

L. A. BROWN, 88, was found dead about 7:30 o'clock Tuesday evening in his apartment in the GILMOUR building.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the chapel of the SMITH Funeral home, with Rev. R. A. ANDERSON officiating. Interment will be made in the IOOF cemetery at Marshall.

Mr. BROWN was born Oct. 10, 1867, in Kansas. He had resided in Kingfisher for many years.

Survivors include four daughters, one son, a sister, and others.

BROWN, Rev.

May 4, 1899 - Rev. Brown of this city died very suddenly Sunday morning. Remains taken to El Reno for interment. (The Reformer)

BROWNING, George

March 2, 1899 - Died Sunday night last, George, 3-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Browning. (The Reformer)

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, November 8, 1943.

Geo. BROWNING Dies; Funeral Wednesday.

George A. BROWNING, pioneer resident of Kingfisher, died at 6:30 o'clock Sunday evening at his home, 324 North Eighth street. He was 77 years old.

Mr. BROWNING had been feeling poorly for a week, but had not been confined to bed much of that time, and his death came unexpectedly of cerebral hemorrhage.

Funeral service will be held at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Christian church, with Rev. G.O. BELL officiating. Interment will be made in Kingfisher cemetery, BRACKEN funeral home in charge.

Mr. BROWNING took a claim near Okeene when that area was opened to settlement. Later he moved to Kingfisher, and for many years was employed by Ed HOCKADAY and Company. Since 1915 he had operated his own tin shop.

He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Elizabeth; a son, Lieutenant Commander C.L. BROWNING of Great Lakes naval training station near Chicago; and other relatives.

BRYANT, D. W.

August 1893 D. W. Bryant, aged 42, whose home was 10 miles southeast of Hennessey, died of typhoid fever last Monday at 11 a. m. after an illness of two weeks. The deceased leaves a wife and two children. His remains were buried in the cemetery near Union schoolhouse. He came from Sumner county, Kansas and carried $2,000 life insurance in the A. O. U. W. of Kansas. (Hennessey Clipper)

BUNCH, Mary L.

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, December 6, 1928 - OBITUARY.

MARY L. BUNCH.

Mary L. BUNCH was born April 28, 1862, in east Tennessee, McNew county, and departed this life November 24, 1928, at her home near Loyal, Oklahoma, at the age of 66 years, 6 months, 24 days. October 27, 1878, she was married to Thomas J. TURNER. Twelve children came to bless their home, all living except two sons and husband, who preceded her in death. Thomas H. TURNER passed away September 23, 1892, Ben TURNER June 5, 1918, and Thomas J. TURNER December 11, 1927.

In the year 1893, they came to Oklahoma, where they bought their homestead. There she resided up to the time of her death. She united with the Baptist church at an early age and lived a true Christian, was an active worker in Christian work, always doing and uplifting and trying to make someone happy, always cheerful and bearing her burdens with a smile. She was loving and sweet to all around her. How this mother will be missed! She was a good neighbor and loved by all who knew her.

She leaves to mourn her loss ten children, twenty grandchildren, and one great granddaughter. They are: Robert, Boyd, Fred, John TURNER of Loyal, Will TURNER of Dover, Mrs. Grace DAVIS, Mrs. Hulda STIGER and Dolly SCHAFFER of Loyal, Mrs. Lillie ANDERSON of Tulsa, Mrs. Mary WEBSTER of Dover; two brothers, John BUNCH of Rolla, Missouri, and Jessie BUNCH of Newburg, Missouri, with a host of other relatives and friends.

"She carried me under her heart;-
Loved me before I was born;-
Took God's hand in hers and walked through the valley of Shadows
that I might live;-
Bathed me when I was helpless;-
Clothed me when I was naked;-
Gave me warm milk from her own body
when I was hungry;-
Rocked me to sleep when I was weary;-
Pillowed me on pillows softer then down,
and sung to me in the voice of an angel;-
Held my hand when I learned to walk;-
Nursed me when I was sick;-
Suffered with my sorrows;-
Laughed with my joy;-
Glowed with my triumph;-and while I knelt at her side,
she taught my lips to pray.
Through all the days of my youth she gave strength for my weakness,
courage for my despair, and hope to fill my hopeless heart;
Was loyal when others failed;-
Was true when tried by fire;-
Was my friend when other friends were gone;-
Prayed for me through all the days,
when flooded with sunshine or saddened by shadows;-
Loved me when I was unlovely, and led me into man's estate to walk
triumphant on the King's Highway and play a manly part.
Though we lay down our lives for her we can never pay the debt we owe
to a Christian Mother.

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CARD OF THANKS.

We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness during the sickness and death of our beloved mother, and also for the beautiful floral offerings and song service.

W. J. TURNER, R. P. TURNER, Grace DAVIS, Hulda STIGER, John TURNER, Lillie ANDERSON, Boyd TURNER, Fred TURNER, Dollie SCHAFER, Mary WEBSTER, and Families.

BURNETT, Floyd

July 7, 1898 - Floyd Burnett, youngest son of Isham Burnett, died of fever Saturday week, and was buried Sunday. (The Reformer)

BURSON, Isaac

Source: THE DAILY MIDGET, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Saturday, February 10, 1912 - OBITUARY.

Isaac BURSON was born in Park county, Ind., Oct. 21, 1848. He moved from there to Cass county, Mo., in 1869. He was married to Miss Margaret EPLER in 1877. To this union were born eight girls and three
boys.

Mr. BURSON later made his home in Nebraska until coming to Oklahoma in 1892, where he has made his home, excepting four years in Loveland, Colo. At the time of his death he lived on his farm northwest of Kingfisher. He is survived by a wife and five children. The cause of death was pneumonia. The remains were shipped to Loveland, Colo., this morning for interment.

BUTCHER, Rebeccah A.

April 1913 - Mrs. Butcher, who has been sick for sometime, is very low not expected to live very long at this writing.

We learn, as we go to press that Mrs. Rebeccah A. Butcher died at her home northeast of Cashion. She wa a pioneer to this country. Obituary will be published next week. Funeral services will be held this Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Christian church.(source not noted)

Rebecca A. Dwyer was born in Indiana, July 27, 1846; died at Cashion, Oklahoma, April 16, 1913; age 66 years, 8 months, 14 days. She was married to James M. Butcher in Andrew County, MO. May 29, 1867. To this union was born eight children, five daughters and three sons, seven of whom survive her, and all except two, Mrs. Ella Welch of Idahoma, and William O. of Sacramento, California...when she passed away. The family tie was broken the 9th day of February, 1908, when her companion was called from this earth to the better world followed by their daughter, Mrs. Mae Williams, March 12, 1910. Mrs. Butcher united with the church at the age of 14 and lived a devoted Christian up till Death called her from this earth to meet her loved ones...

CARD OF THANKS
We desire to thank our many friends and neighbors who so kindly gave us their assistance and sympathy in the sickness and death of our beloved mother.

Source: THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Monday, April 19, 1943

OBITUARY - MARY MAUDE CAMPBELL

Mary Maude COPENBARGER, the daughter of David and Elizabeth COPENBARGER, was born in Scotland County, Missouri, October 30, 1867.

At the age of 14 years, she moved with her parents to Belle Plaine, Kans. In 1887, she was united in marriage with David Millard DULL. To this union two children, Leonard Reed and Max Robert, were born.

She made the run to Oklahoma in 1889, and filed on a claim near Kingfisher. In 1897, she was united in marriage with A.B. CAMPBELL. To this union four children were born, William David, Mary Elizabeth, Kathleen and Alan Boyers.

The family moved to Geary in 1904 and lived there for 20 years. She was a member of the Methodist church and the Order of the Eastern Star.

She departed this life on April 13, 1943, at her home in Tulsa. Her husband preceded her in death in April, 1935.

She is survived by all her children; 3 sisters, Mrs. Alta Mae JOHNSON, Santa Monica, Calif., Mrs. Earl BIXLER, Follett, Tex., and Mrs. R.B.WALKER of El Reno; one brother, H.C. COPENBARGER of Geary; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Methodist-Congregational church in Kingfisher. Rev. V.W. RUSSELL, pastor, officiated, and interment was made in the Kingfisher cemetery.

CANNOY, James J.

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Thursday, March 18, 1915 - OBITUARY.

James J. CANNOY was born in Grayson County, Virginia, April 22, 1848; and died in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, March 16, 1915; aged 66 years, 10 months, and 24 days.

When Mr. CANNOY was 11 years of age his parents moved to Kentucky, living at several different places in the state, until he was a man grown. His father was a Union soldier in the Civil War, and James
early caught the militant spirit, longing to be with his sire in his defense of the flag. He was several times rejected because of his youth, but finally accepted toward the close and served for about 11 months.

On July 16, 1871, he was married to Miss Solena H. PATRICK, of Magoffin county Kentucky, where they lived for about four years, when in 1875 they moved to Morgan county, Kentucky and in 1885 moved to Montgomery. In 1890 they moved to Bath county, and shortly afterwards back to Magoffin county, where Mrs. CANNOY had been reared. In 1891 they moved to Bates county, Mo., and from there in 1901 to Kingfisher, county, Oklahoma, where they have since lived, moving to this city about seven years ago.

To this man and his wife nine children were born, six sons and three daughters. One son died in infancy, all the others grew to maturity and are all known to the people of Kingfisher. Of these, Mrs. Charles PRYCE of Cashion, Oklahoma, Mrs. Geo. PRYCE of Broken Arrow, Okla., Bruce CANNOY of Oklahoma City, and Fred and Will of this city were with their father when he died, and attended the funeral.

Mr. CANNOY has been a farmer and stock dealer all of his active life. He was converted and united with the church when a young man, but like so many others in moving around so much, neglected his duties and
drifted away from God; But his faithful and heroic wife, the mother of his children, who was converted at the age of 14, has ever stood firm and true. And to this praying woman's fidelity is due much of whatever success has come to the family.

Brother CANNOY was reclaimed and united with the M.E. church of this city during the great union meeting of May, 1914. All of his fathers family and kin died long ago, and he has been practically alone in the world for many years, excepting his own family. He has been in poor health for many years, but about two years ago a complication of difficulties assailed his life and brought him to the end. He has suffered much, especially the last four months. It has been my privilege to visit and talk with this man but twice since I have lived in Kingfisher, cheifly because being a stranger, for a long time, I did not know of his condition. But in those interviews, although not expecting the end so soon, I spoke to him of his relation to and hope in God. He expressed himself as trusting in the mercy and grace of the Divine Son of God who came to seek and save that which was lost.

He has gone to meet the God who is too wise to make a mistake and too loving and kind to be untrue. We shall tarry awhile, ourselves, and then we also shall go the way of all the earth. May the God of grace help us to "Set our house in order" that at His coming we may be ready.

T. E. CARTER.

CARPENTER, Sallie

March 16, 1899 - Died: Sallie Carpenter born November 2, 1819 at Mt. Crawford, Virginia. Her husband died in '65; 8 children born, 4 of whom are yet living. Remains laid to rest in Kingfisher Cemetery. (The Reformer)

CASHION, Roy V.

July 28, 1898 - Kingfisher County mourns the death of Roy V. Cashion, one of her brave Rough Riders. He was shot in the battle of Santiago. (The Reformer)

CAVETT, Charles W.

Source: KINGFISHER WEEKLY FREE PRESS, Thursday, August 15, 1929 - OBITUARY.

CHARLES W. CAVETT.

Charles W. CAVETT was born in the State of Illinois, December 20, 1856, and died in Enid, Okla., August 9, 1929.

He married Annie Ruth EDSON in Missouri in 1883, to which union were born eight children.

He leaves to mourn their loss: one brother, James CAVETT, of Watonga, Okla.; two sisters, Mary and Louisa, of Carlton, Okla.; six children, Mrs. Bertha TAYLOR, Mrs. Ethel HARDESTY, Mrs. Alice McINTIRE of Stillwater, Mrs. Marjorie KUGAL of Lamont, Dr. E. R. CAVETT of Loyal, and John R. CAVETT of Bethany, Okla.; thirteen grand children and a host of other relatives and friends.

He came from Missouri to Oklahoma in 1892 and took a homestead in the C. and A. opening of that year. Later he moved to Oklahoma City, and four years ago to Stillwater where he spent the remainder of his life.

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Card Of Thanks.

We appreciate the help, sympathy and kindness of our many friends in the death of our father and grandfather, and extend our heartfelt thanks.

E. R. CAVETT and family.

CLARK, Iri

April 27, 1899 - Died at home of his parents April 22, 1899, Iri, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clark. Besides parents, leaves brother Arthur. (The Reformer)

THE KINGFISHER FREE PRESS, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Monday, November 1, 1943.

Wm. CLARK Dies; Funeral Tuesday.

Funeral service will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon at the BRACKEN funeral home for William CLARK, who died Saturday at the Clinic hospital, where he had been receiving treatment since October 19. Interment will be made in the GRIMES cemetery.
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THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Thursday, November 4, 1943.

OBITUARY - WILLIAM CLARK

William CLARK was born December 25, 1877, in Pike county, Indiana, and died October 30, 1943, at Kingfisher. He had reached the age of 65 years, 10 months and 5 days.

Mr. CLARK was united in marriage with Bertha Marie REDECKER of Kingfisher in Independence, Kans. To this union, two children were born, Mrs. Florence Edna GORMAN of San Diego, Calif., and Lily Wilma, who died in infancy.

He is survived by his daughter; one brother, Ora of Merced, Calif.; and five sisters, Mrs. J.H. SPENCER of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. Anthony COOPER of Toronto, Kans., Mrs. G.C. PROCTOR of Springfield, Mo., Mrs. Robert MARTIN of Madison, Kans. and Mrs. Francis WILLIAMSON of Kansas City, Mo.

Funeral service was held November 2, 1943, at the BRACKEN funeral home, conducted by Rev. H.D. TOMLIN, pastor of the local Methodist-Congregational church. Interment was made in the GRIMES cemetery.

CLAY, Lucretia (SIMMONS)

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, March 10, 1927

LUCRETIA SIMMONS CLAY - DEATH

Lucretia SIMMONS CLAY was born near the village of Philadelphia, Mississippi, December 25, 1842; died, March 6, at the age of 85 years, 2 months and 13 days.

At the age of fifteen years she was taken from her native state and brought by her master to LaGrange, Tennessee, where she lived for several years. Later she went to Memphis, where she married Napoleon
CLAY on August 28, 1863.

To this union were born six boys and four girls, only four of whom, two boys and two girls, survive their mother, namely: Eugene and Vanderbilt CLAY of Kingfisher; Ardalia CLAY-GIVENS and Mamie CLAY-HALL of Kansas City, Missouri. Deceased also leaves one sister, Mrs. W.T. LIVINGSTON, of Memphis, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mrs. Savannah CLAY, also of this city, is a
daughter-in-law of the deceased.

Lucretia CLAY came to Kingfisher in 1898. Up until the time of her death she had been a Christian for 66 years, having joined the Methodist church at her home in the south when but nineteen years of age.

CLEVER, John

December 1, 1898 - Announcement yesterday of death of John Clever, city undertaker. (The Reformer)

COCKRILL, Infant

April 28, 1898 - Infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. Cockrill was buried at Downs last week.(The Reformer)

COLES, Mrs. Bert

November 9, 1899 - Mrs. Bert Coles died suddenly last Friday of heart disease. She was daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Kimerer of Dover. Leaves husband and 2 small children. (The Reformer)

COLLINS, baby

October 31, 1918 - The little three months old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Will Collins died yesterday with pneumonia. The funeral was held this morning at the cemetery at 10:30, conducted by Rev. Cobb. (Kingfisher Weekly Free Press)

Charley Gideon CONOVER was born June 21, 1883, in Oconee, Shelby County, Illinois, and moved with his parents to Oklahoma in 1900.

He was married to Miss Lilly Belle CLIFT on March 2, 1907, and settled in the Cashion vicinity. He lived 27 years on the home place, where he departed this life at the age of 61 years, 2 months and 28 days.

To this union four children were born, two sons and two daughters.

In October, 1924, he confessed Christ and was baptized in the Christian church. He lived a good life, and was a kind and loving husband, father, and neighbor.

He leaves to mourn their loss his wife, Mrs. Lilly CONOVER of Kingfisher; his children, Lee Allen CONOVER of Kingfisher, Private Kenneth Ray CONOVER, serving with the medical corps of the armed forces somewhere in France, Mrs. Reeda FARRELL of Tonkawa, and Mrs. Jennie SMITH of Ponca City; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George CONOVER
of Oil City; two sisters, Mrs. Anna WILSON of Osage City and Mrs. Adabelle HOLLAND of Cushing; one brother, Oral CONOVER, of Marion City, Calif.; 14 grandchildren and other relatives and friends. One brother preceded him in death.

Funeral service was conducted Sunday afternoon at the Cashion Christian church, with Rev. Murray NEWMAN officiating. Burial was made in the Cashion cemetery.

COOPER, Sarah Jane

Source: THE DAILY MIDGET, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Tuesday, February 27, 1912 - Obituary.

Sarah Jane COOPER was born in the year of our Lord, 1863, in Ohio. She united with the Methodist church in her girlhood days, and lived according to this faith until her death. She was married in the year of 1858 to Mr. J. S. SNODGRASS. To this union were born twelve children, three dying in infancy and two, Lucretia Groves and John H. SNODGRASS, died after becoming grown to womanhood and to manhood.

Seven which are still living and were present at the funeral are: Hiram C. SNODGRASS of Vandalia, Mo.; Mrs. Jennie TURNBULL of Vandalia, Mo.; Mrs. Sarah DAVEY of Summerfield, Kans.; George L. SNODGRASS of Drummond, Okla.; Mrs. Rosetti TUNISON of Kingfisher, Okla.; Mrs. Minnie E. PIERCE of Kingfisher, Okla.; and Mrs. Rachel L. RICE of Omega, Okla. Also one brother, Mr. Bill COOPER of Frederick, Okla., and one sister, Mrs. Sue ROGERS of Vandalia were present.

In the year of 1858 they moved to Brown County, Kans., and then in the year 1891 they moved to Oklahoma where they have lived on the homestead place, seven and one-half miles northeast of Kingfisher, until the time of her death, which occurred Feb. 12, 1912, caused by bronchitis and heart trouble.

She has been an invalid for the past thirteen years, but had been bed-fast for about two months. She leaves an aged husband 78 years old, seven children, twenty-seven grandchildren, two sisters, two brothers and a host of friends to mourn her loss.

CORY, MAXINE (JUNG)

Maxine (Jung) Cory, 86, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2006, in Oklahoma City. She was born and raised on a farm seven miles west and one mile north of Okarche by Allen Jung and Leora 'Dolly' Tamm Jung. She graduated from Okarche High School in 1936 at 16 as valedictorian and participated in basketball and all available activities. She received her B.S. in 1940 and later her Masters of Teaching, both from Central State College (now UCO) in Edmond, Oklahoma. She taught commercial courses at Omega in 1943-44. She taught junior high math at Crooked Oak (beginning in 1952) and then for 12 years at Millwood in Oklahoma City and subsequently for 11 years at Western Oaks Junior High in Putnam City until she retired in 1981. Maxine married Eugene Cory of Edmond while in college in December 1939. They were married 61½ years before Eugene died in 2001. To this union were born three children, David, Cheryl, and Curtis. After marriage, Maxine and Eugene lived in Tulsa and Chicago for less than a year before moving to Edmond after Eugene returned from service in WWII. In 1972 they moved to Oklahoma City. She became a member of Crestwood Baptist Church, where she enjoyed the fellowship and taught an adult class. She was preceded in death by her husband and by her brother, Kenneth Jung. She is survived by two sons, David of Oklahoma City and Curtis of Edmond; daughter Cheryl of Watauga, Texas; six grandchildren, Angela Vaughn, Brent, Clay, Derek, Erin, and Carly Cory; and four great grandchildren, Hallie Higbie, Aidan Vaughn, and Lara and Miles Cory. Maxine was a true educator of not only school children but also all those who came in contact with her, including friends and family. Her dedication to children's education was evidenced by her decision to turn down an opportunity to work at NASA in Houston. She taught the values of hard work, endurance, and good humor by example. She made a great mark on the world and is loved and will be missed greatly. Services will be held Wednesday, October 18, at Crestwood Baptist Church in Oklahoma City at 2:00 p.m. followed by a graveside service at Gracelawn Cemetery in Edmond. Formal visitation will be Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Matthews Funeral Home in Edmond.

DICKSON, Mrs. Kole A.

August 25, 1898 - Mrs. Kole A. Dickson died August 18 in her 72nd year, at home of her daughter, Mrs. R. P. Brown. Remains taken to El Reno for interment. Formerly resided in Fort Worth, Texas; came to Kingfisher last April. Leaves 1 son and 4 daughters. (The Reformer)

DONAHO, Electa E.

June 1893 - Died, at her home in Hennessey, O. T., June 3, 1893, Mrs. Electa E. Donaho, aged 65 years. The deceased was the mother of Mrs. Ed. Gould and Mrs. John Tighe of this place. Only a week or so before her death she had completed and moved into a neat and commodious new residence on Cheyenne avenue. She was taken ill Thursday night at 2 o'clock and died at 6 o'clock the following Saturday morning.

Mrs. Donaho was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hennessey. For more than fifty years she had been a faithful and consistent Christian, and died with a Christian's hope. The funeral service was conducted by Elder A. H. Dent at the Baptist church at 4 o'clock Monday afternoon. A large circle of friends followed the remains to the depot. The silent form was taken to Milford, Iowa, to be laid at rest by the side of her husband.

Her son, O. S. Donaho and wife, of Milford, Iowa, attended the funeral and in company with Mr. Gould and Mr. Tighe, returned with the remains to Iowa. In this time of deepest sorrow there are many friends that sympathize with the afflicted ones. (Hennessey Clipper)

DIXON (CAMPBELL), Susanna

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Monday, March 15, 1915 - OBITUARY.

Miss Susanna CAMPBELL was born near Anulusia, in Coregton County, Alabama, May 19th, 1833. Died in Kingfisher, Okla., March 13, 1915; age 81 years, 9 months and 24 days..

She was married to Ephraim DIXON in 1865. Of this union three sons were born; John B. of Lareda, Texas; William G., Baker, both of Kingfisher, Okla. This family is well known in Kingfisher.

Mother DIXON united with the Christian church when a young girl, and I am told was a great lover of the bible which she read much until her eyes failed to do her service. Then while the sons were away at their
work ladies of the church would go in and read to her from the most precious book mucH to her comfort and satisfaction. She had been a great sufferer, mentally as well as physically for quite a while. For months she was almost entirely helpless, having to be cared for almost as a babe. The devotion of her son William, with whom she lived was as tender and careful as that of a mother to a helpless babe, and is surely very touching and commendable. Some of these things will long remain in my mind and heart.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Methodist church, the pastor using as the basis of his remarks "Touched with a feeling of our infirmities." Heb. 4:15. Many sympathising friends attending, and the floral offerings were beautiful.

T. E. CARTER.

DUGGAN, Thomas C.

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Monday, March 8, 1915.

OBITUARY OF THOMAS C. DUGGAN.

Thomas C. DUGGAN was born in Indiana, August 11, 1846, and died at the home of his son, A. W. DUGGAN, in Kingfisher, Okla., Saturday, March 6, 1915, at 8:10 a.m., age 68 years, 6 months and 25 days.

In boyhood Mr. DUGGAN went to Iowa, where he grew to manhood. When the Civil War began he enlisted as a boy of 18, in Co. A, 7th Iowa U. S. Vol. Inft., soon went to the front and was with his regiment in fierce battles from Chatanooga to Atlanta, and then on that great historic March to the sea and the seige of Savannah.

After the war Comrade DUGGAN was united in marriage to Miss Mary Jane TUCKER of Wapello, Iowa. To this union was born four children - James H. of Shawnee, Okla.; Maggie, who died May 18, 1884; Albert A. of Lamont, Okla., and Ocey O. Hunsel of Rose Hill, Iowa. After the death of his first wife, Comrade DUGGAN was married the second time to Miss Amanda H. BEVANS of Wapello, Iowa. To this union was born five children - Mrs. Ida DUNHAM of Watts, Calif.; Amos W., Ernest E., Oral
K. and Harry L., all of Kingfisher. The mother of these children died in this city in March, 1906. Comrade DUGGAN's mother died October 28, 1862, and his father, May 18, 1883.

Deceased moved from Iowa to Kansas and from there to Oklahoma six months after the opening and settled on a claim four miles north and one-half west of Kingfisher. He moved to Kingfisher in 1906, where he continued to reside until his death.

Comrade DUGGAN became a member of Kingfisher Post No. 2, G.A.R. in 1903, and was a member at the time of his death. One of his last requests was that he wanted to buried by his comrades of the G.A.R.,
if there was only one left and he had to use a wheelbarrow.

Two years ago the first day of March, Comrade DUGGAN was stricken with paralysis, from which he never recovered.

Last May in front of the tent he professed faith in Christ and sent in his name on a card, naming the Baptist church as his choice. He was never able to be baptised.

Last Friday evening after supper he was stricken the second time and at 8:10 Saturday morning quietly passed away and answered the roll call of the great Commander to come up higher for his promotion.

Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 2:30 by Rev. Job INGRAM. The G.A.R. with 25 members present, performed their beautiful ritualistic service around the casket. Twenty-five members of the Circle also performed their flag service.

The church was crowded with sympathising friends and relatives. Thirty-seven relatives occupied the front seats. Comrades of the G.A.R. occupied the front tier of seats. This makes the sixth funeral Rev. INGRAM has conducted for the family.

The remains were laid to rest in the family lot in Kingfisher cemetery.

Amanda Ellen MAGGERT was born November 6, 1880, in Missouri, and passed away April 3, 1939, at her home northwest of Kingfisher, at the age of 59 years, 4 months and 28 days.

She was married to John O. DUPY on December 25, 1898. To this union four children were born: two daughters, Mrs. Violet MOORE of Hennessey and Mrs. Melba CURTIS of Kingfisher; and two sons, Clifford and Omer, of the home. Her husband preceded her in death on December 8, 1924. She also is survived by two sisters, a brother and four grandchildren.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Christian church in Dover, with Rev. J.T. JONES, pastor of the Kingfisher Baptist church, conducting the service. The BRACKEN funeral home was in charge of interment in the New Home cemetery, west of Dover.

THE KINGFISHER TIMES, THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 1899.

Death of Mrs. GIBSON.

Died, at her home in this city, Tuesday morning, April 11th, Mrs. Sarah E. GIBSON, aged 35 years. Funeral services on Wednesday, 10 a.m. at the M.E. Church were conducted by her pastor, Rev. J. W. SHERWOOD. She leaves to mourn her loss, an affectionate husband and three daughters, aged respectively 12 and 7 years and a babe of 4 months.

During most of her illness she was attended by her sister, Mrs. J. N. OWEN of Eureka, Kansas, who was summoned home by telegraph to the bedside of her daughter as Mrs. GIBSON was expiring. Mrs. OWEN took the first train at 4:45 a.m. quitting the home death had just visited to go to her own sick daughter.

Miss Sarah E. DuVALL was born in Farmersburg, Indiana in 1864. When seven years of age she removed to eastern Kansas with her parents. She was married there, August 25, 1886, to Mr. E. GIBSON and with him went to Denver, Colorado, in 1889 and came to Kingfisher in 1893. Her husband has been connected with the Free Press in charge of its mechanical department much of this period. Mrs GIBSON and their eldest daughter united with the Methodist church two years ago and has lived a consistent Christian life in her home and in every relation that her environments brought to her. As wife, mother and neighbor she fulfilled to their utmost every requirement of love, benevolence and religion.

EATON, Thomas

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Kingfisher, Oklahoma, Thursday, August 23, 1906.

AN AGED CITIZEN DEAD.

Thomas EATON Dies at the Venerable Age of 88 Years.

Thomas EATON , aged 88 years, died August 15, 1906, at the home of his son, Thomas J. EATON, near Wandel.

The deceased had been sick a long time. He was very patient all through his long suffering until the last.

Mr. EATON was born in Kentucky and moved with his parents to Coles county, Illinois, when a boy and resided there until 1871, when he moved to Sumner county, Kansas. He lived there until the fall of 1890, when he came to Oklahoma and lived here until his death.

He was married to Miss Martina CHESSER in Illinois. Twelve children were born to them - six boys and six girls, eight of whom are still living, five boys and three girls. Two were present at his funeral, three coming too late to attend. He was converted to Christ while a young man and lived a constant Christian until his death.

The deceased was buried in the Bird Creek cemetery, by his companion, who had preceded him some six years.

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Dearest father, thou hast left us
And our loss we deeply feel;
But 'tis God that hast bereft us,
He can all our sorrows heal;
Yet again we hope to meet thee,
When the day of life is fled,
When in heaven with joy to greet thee
Where no farewell tear is shed.

ETHEL, Mrs. Mary

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Tuesday, April 20, 1915 - OBITUARY.

Mrs. Mary ETHEL of Indiahoma, Okla., was born in Ohio, May 14, 1834, and departed this life April 17, 1915, age 80 years, 11 months and 3 days. She is survived by four sons, Perley, Arlan, Ellis and Charley,
and three daughters. Mrs. O. J. EATON of Salina, Kans., Mrs. Elmer NOAH of Hobart, and Mrs. Wm. BROWN of Lone Wolf.

She was a member of the Baptist church at Deep Red, and had led a consistent Christian life since girlhood.

She was a kind and loving mother and will be missed by all who knew her.

Her remains were shipped to Kingfisher Monday. Funeral services were held at Bird Creek Baptist church Tuesday morning at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. Job INGRAM. Interment in Kingfisher cemetery.

FISHER, Edward

Source: THE PRESS-DEMOCRAT, Hennessey, Kingfisher County, Oklahoma, Friday, February 9, 1912.

Edward FISHER, eldest of three children of James and Jane FISHER was born in Wigton, Cumberland, England, August 9, 1846.

He was christianed in infancy in the Episcopal Church and confirmed at the age of 16, and has remained steadfast in his chosen faith.

He was married to Elizabeth, eldest daughter of John and Elizabeth CLARK, on July 23, 1869, in Liverpool, England, where they resided a year and where their child was born and died.

In 1870 they came to America and settled in Marysville, Kansas, where they resided 14 years, going thence to Pratt, Kansas, residing there 5 years, when he came to Hennessey among the first settlers in 1889.

Here he erected one among the first buildings in the town, where he conducted his barber shop and also served as first city marshal of the town, later moving to his homestead, 4 1/2 miles west and 2 1/2 miles south of town, where he has since resided.

To this union 8 children were born, two preceeding him, Emily, the eldest, who was born May 7, 1870, and lived only 9 days, and Walter W., born May 7, 1885, died April 19, 1899.

Those left to mourn him are his wife and brother and six children, viz:
Arthur J. FISHER, Hennessey;
James A. FISHER, Enid;
Mrs. E. C. LAWRENCE, Claremore;
Mrs. J. A. HARROVER, Cherokee;
Leonard E. FISHER, Hennessey;
Ida H. FISHER, Portland, Ore.

He died in this city at the home of his eldest son, A. J. FISHER, at 4:20 A.M., February 5, 1912, aged 65 years, 5 months and 28 days.

The funeral was held at the home of his son, A. J. FISHER, of Hennessey, Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock, conducted by Rev. N. Paul BARTON.

Burial in the Hennessey cemetery.

FISHER (CASH), Jane

Source: THE KINGFISHER TIMES, Thursday, December 27, 1928 - OBITUARY.

MRS. TONY FISHER.

Jane CASH was born in Otoe county, Nebraska, February 7, 1865; passed away December 21, 1928, at Clinton, Oklahoma, at the age of 65 years, 10 months, 14 days.

At an early age she was united in marriage to James TRIGG. To this union were born two children, Mrs. Dave YOUNG, Long Beach, Calif., and Mr. Arthur TRIGG, deceased.

In 1893, at Humphrey, Nebraska, she was united in marriage to Anthony FISHER, who preceded her in death on January 3, 1928. To this union were born four boys and one girl: Joseph E. of Oklahoma City; Edward A. of Kingfisher; Lewis U. of Kingfisher; Mrs. Guy MARSHALL, Watonga. One son Zoah, died in infancy.

She is also survived by seven grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Rose LECK of Long Beach, California, and Mrs. Kate LECK of Hollywood, California, besides other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock at the First Christian church, conductd by the pastor, Rev. Charles SCHWAB. Interment in Kingfisher cemetery.

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CARD OF THANKS.

We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness and the beautiful flowers during our bereavement in the loss of our mother.

Joseph E. FISHER and family, Edward FISHER and family, Lewis U. FISHER and family, Guy MARSHALL and family.

Charles Wilbur FISK was born May 3, 1857, at Indianola, Iowa, and passed away at Kingfisher on March 9, 1939, at the age of 81 years, 10 months and 6 days.

As a boy Dr. FISK was greatly influenced by the visits of Brenton Hamline BADLEY in his mother's home. Rev. BADLEY was a missionary to India under the Methodist church, and Dr. FISK loved to talk of the stories which the missionary on furlough brought to him. He followed with much interest the career of Brenton BADLEY, Jr., who after being educated in America, returned to India where he was born, became a missionary, head of a school founded by his own father, and then bishop to the church.

As a young man, Mr. FISK took his baccalaureate work at Simpson college in his home town, graduating in 1879. He then attended Rush Medical college in Chicago, receiving his M.D. degree in 1886.

He was married to Miss Amelia KERN of Indianola on September 18, 1883, by Brenton BADLEY, who was then in the United States on furlough.

Dr. FISK came to Oklahoma at the opening of the old Oklahoma Territory in 1889, securing a farm in the first run. He practiced medicine from his farm home east of town for 10 years, riding horseback in the days when there were no roads and no fences. When making night calls he set his course by the stars and traveled across country in a straight line until he saw the light which he knew would be set out to guide him.

In 1899, Dr. and Mrs. FISK moved to Kingfisher, where the doctor built the home on South Main street, where he had lived since, and established his practice here.

As a young man Dr. FISK united with the Methodist church. In the new territory of Oklahoma a Congregational Sunday school was organized largely with his help in the Downs community. He became a member of the Congregational church and was one of its most faithful supporters from that time. He was a member of the Masonic order, both in the Blue lodge and chapter, being a past master of the local lodge. He also belonged to the Eastern Star, the Independent Order of Odd
Fellows, and the Rebekahs. During his college days he was a member of Delta Tau Delta, social fraternity, and enjoyed meeting with the young men of that fraternity on the Norman campus.

Mrs. FISK passed away May 17, 1908. To this union two sons and two daughters were born. One son, John Burton FISK, died in 1909, a few months after the death of his mother.

Surviving are: Brenton K. FISK of Boston, Miss Inez FISK of Kingfisher, Mrs. Gertrude FISK STEARNS of Denver; and four grandchildren, Charles Brenton FISK, Amelia Josephine FISK, Brenton Fisk STEARNS, and Margaret Ann STEARNS.

Rev. H.A. MORTON conducted last rites at the Methodist Congregational church at 10 a.m. Saturday, and interment was made in Kingfisher cemetery. BRACKEN funeral home in charge.

FORMAN (FLOHR), Mrs. Ruby Fay

Source: THE KINGFISHER WEEKLY FREE PRESS, Thursday, December 27, 1928.

MRS. R. S. FORMAN.

The funeral of Mrs. R. S. FORMAN was held from the Christian church at Cashion, on Monday, December 24, at 2:00 p.m., by Rev. ANTIS of Guthrie, and the body was laid to rest in Cashion cemetery by the side of her father and mother and her two children who died in infancy.

Ruby Fay FLOHR was born in Stanton county, Kansas, June 22, 1888, and died at Kingfisher, Oklahoma, December 22, 1928, 9:20 p.m., age 40 years and six months, at the local hospital. Death was caused by influenza and pneumonia.

She came to Oklahoma with her parents at the opening of 1889, where they settled on a homestead 5 miles northwest of Cashion. She was married on November 5, 1917, to Rudolph S. FORMAN. Her entire life was spent on the family homestead. About a year and a half ago she came to Kingfisher and started the FORMAN Electric Hatchery, which she was operating at the time of her death.

She was an active member of both the Royal Neighbors and the Rebekah lodges of Cashion, but owing to the flu epidemic neither lodge was able to conduct the funeral service, though as many members as possible attended in a body.

She is survived by her husband, one son, Stanley E., 7 years old, and Edgar RANDALL, who has made his home with the family for nearly two years.

Source: KINGFISHER DAILY FREE PRESS, Friday, March 19, 1915 - OBITUARY.

The funeral services of M. L. FREELAND were held from the Presbyterian Church this morning in the presence of a large congregation. The service was conducted by his pastor, Rev. E. R. HORTON. His remains were laid to rest in Kingfisher Cemetery.

Martin Luther FREELAND was born on a farm near Topeka, Kansas on February 1, 1860, third child of John S. and Mary FREELAND. He grew up and received his education there in the district school and the
city public schools.

When about 18 years of age he professed faith in Christ under the Ministry of Rev. J. C. MILLER and united with the Bethel Presbyterian Church.

May 21, 1886 he was united in holy wedlock with Mary L. RICE of Topeka, Kansas. To this union seven children were born. Paul Lindsay who at present is in Equador, S. A., a boy who died in infancy and was
laid to rest in Osage County, Kansas, Faith whose body lies in Kansas City, Mo., Grace Gertrude whose body lies in El Rito, N. Mex., John Rice, Anna Ruth, Edward Sedwick.

He followed farming until about the fall of 1899 when they sold their farm and turned their faces toward the work of Preaching the gospel among the heathen. They went to Kansas City and spent some time there in Bible School. Later they went to N. Mex. and then to California, both places gaining some knowledge of the Spanish language and labored among the Spanish people there. In the fall of 1900 he was accepted for Equador by the G.M.U. of Kansas City, Mo. They went to Equador in November of the same year and were on the field in active service until June 1911. Having been sick with pneumonia and pleurisy for nearly a year he decided to return to the U.S. where his health has partially reestablished.

He was always a most loving, kind and affectionate husband and father, never tiring of ministrations for the spiritual and physical welfare of all around whether of his family or of the poor degraded Indians.

He always loved his Savior and desired to serve Him. He felt and recognized that he had no inherent goodness in himself to merit salvation.

His only ground for salvation was the atoning work of Jesus Christ, and he always trusted in Him with a simple child-like trust.

He suffered intensely in his late illness and during his illness in Equador which was of such long duration. His sufferings while hard to endure were always borne in a submissive spirit.

The work for the Jivaro Indians of which he was instrumental in laying the foundation has been continued in the labors of his brother laborer Mr. Chas. OLSON.

Deceased was a brother to Mr. Benj. FREELAND, Mrs. D. MEACHAM and Mrs. William WAKEMAN of Kingfisher.

FUKSA, James J.

James J. FUKSA Dies; Burial At Hennessey.

James J. FUKSA, 51-year-old Bison farmer, died Sunday night in an Enid hospital following a short illness.

Rosary was recited Tuesday evening in St. Joseph's Catholic church at Bison, with mass on Wednesday morning in the church. Interment was made in the Catholic church at Hennessey.

Survivors are his wife, Emma and one son, Jimmy of the home; and a brother, Joe FUKSA of Bison.

Many obituaries and death notices from The Reformer were transcribed in Oklahoma Genealogical Society Quarterly Vol. 30 No. 1, 1985. Other sources include original newspapers and submissions by researchers.

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