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Loretta Hope Hurd Gilmore, 88, died on August 2, 2022 in Denton, TX. Born on July 17, 1934 she was the youngest of 3 born to Banner & Daisy Hurd in Mayodan, North Carolina. Raised with brothers Bryce & “Tankie”. Moved to Temple, TX to live with relatives and attend college. She met and married Charles Lee Gilmore, 11/27/54 and created a nearly 70 year love story. From 1957 – 1977 they settled in Nocona and raised their children Teri Bowman, Gail Yowell & Dean Gilmore, where Loretta was heavily involved in her children’s activities. She and Charles loved weekend’s playing card and dominos with friends. They moved to Burkburnett, Tx in 1977 where they resided for 40 years before moving to Denton to enjoy their children, grands, and great-grands. Haylee Carroll & husband Daniel, Brayden and Danica, Sam Russell & wife Christine, Jacob, Greyson & Hadley, Shanna Freeman & husband Clayton, Sunshine Jody Odom & wife Katie, Matthew, Lucille, Georgia, Eloise, & Dorothy Kate, Britt Yowell & wife Maida, Charley, Ali Lundy & husband Josh. There will be a visitation on Friday, August 5, 2022 from 10 – 11 A.M. at First United Methodist Church in Nocona. A funeral service will follow at 11 A.M. at the church with Minister Valleri Sewell officiating. Interment will follow in Nocona Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to either First United Methodist Church of Nocona, TX or FUMC of Burkburnett, Tx

Donald Gene Ice, 84, died on July 27, 2022 in Nocona, TX. He was born on December 16, 1937 in Saint Jo, TX to Doyle & Gladys Buck Ice. Donald lived around the Nocona-Bonita-Sunset area all of his life where he worked as a Rancher. He was a Sunday School Teacher and Deacon at both Bethel Baptist Church of Nocona and Bonita Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Montague County Cowboy Church. Donald was a hard worker, and loved to garden. He always gave away extra produce from his garden to neighbors. He married the love of his life Sandra Pierson on December 6, 1959 in Trenton, TX. They spent 62 wonderful years together. Donald is survived by his wife Sandra Ice of Sunset, TX, children, Paul Ice & wife Laura of Denton, TX, Barry Ice & wife Marsha of Wichita Falls, TX, Becky McCracken & husband Steve of Nocona, TX, sisters, Tommie Sue Martin of Fort Worth, TX, Bettye Hillard of Iowa Park, TX, Carole Nance of Richardson, TX, Judy Trietsch of Dean, TX, 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Gayle Morgan, Maxine Moore and brother, Jimmy Ice. There will be a visitation on Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 6 – 8 P.M. at the Montague County Cowboy Church in Montague, TX. A funeral service will follow on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 10 A.M. at Montague County Cowboy Church with Pastor Joe Caballero officiating. Interment will follow in Center Point Cemetery, Montague County Texas. Pallbearers will be Hutch Ice, Will McCracken, Travis McCracken, Bailey Ice, Jimmy Kennedy, Danny Howard, and Duane Robertson will be pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearer will be Gary Vickers. Memorial donations may be made to Montague County Cowboy Church Youth Fund.

Kenneth Neil York died in Fort Worth Texas on July 22, 2022. He was born in Spanish Fort Texas on November 23, 1934 to Harry and Chessie (Hargrove) York. He graduated from Prairie Valley High School in 1954 and immediately moved to Fort Worth Texas, soon afterward, he was drafted into the US Army and served 2 years. After he was discharged, he went to work for Bell Helicopter in Fort Worth Texas. In 1965, he married Doris Andrews, who had also worked for Bell Helicopter. They both spent over 35 years at Bell Helicopter before retiring. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Howard York, Norman York, and sister Janie Shelton. He is survived by two daughters, Linda Cox of Plano Texas and Brenda Hancock of Oregon, 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, Brother-in-law, Jack Shelton and Nephew Darren and his wife, Cindy of Forth Worth Texas. Special company of the last 8 years, Doris York. He will be missed by Special Friends, Tommy Fenoglio, Montague Texas, Glenna Clay of Nocona Texas and Jim and Sharon Kenna of Fort Worth Texas, along with many other friends.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 26, at 10:00 AM, Service to follow 11:00 AM, at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will at the Nocona Cemetery.

Ila Fae Linn, 93, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022, in Azle, TX. She was born August, 26, 1928 to Calvin and Irene Tettleton in Spanish Fort, TX. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Nocona. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Scott Osterhout of Fort Worth, son, Gary Linn of Nocona, son-in-law, Bill Roush of Denison, grandchildren: Josh Osterhout and wife Lauren of Fort Worth, Sarah Frazier and husband Matthew of Fort Worth, Caitlin Roush of Lewisville, Meagan Roush and fiancé Brady Kangas of Corinth, and Fayde Smith of Denver and great-grandchildren: Bennett and Emily Osterhout and Ben Frazier. Ila is also survived by her sister, Ann Houpt of McKinney, and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Beth Roush, brothers, Alvin Tettleton, Melvin Tettleton, Lonnie Tettleton and Thomas Tettleton. Visitation will be held at Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona, TX, on Monday, July 18, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  A private internment will be held at a later date In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Community Healthcare of Texas, 6100 Western Pl, Suite 105, Fort Worth, TX 76107 or www.chot.org/donate.

Roger Henley, 77, died on July 1, 2022 in Gainesville, TX after a twenty-one-year battle with cancer.  He was born on July 24, 1944 in Muenster, TX to Travis & Cora Lee Grimes Henley.  Roger had a funny sense of humor and could sometimes be pretty onery.  He loved all animals and raised cattle most of his life.  He was a member of the Church of Christ in Saint Jo, TX.  He married the love of his life Nancy Haverkamp on August 4, 1966 in Sherman, TX.  Together they owned and operated Henley printing for twenty years.  He will be missed my many.  He is survived by his wife, Nancy Henley of Saint Jo, TX, children, Lynn Henley & wife Shannon of Nocona, TX, Nannette Walterscheid & husband Danny of Muenster, TX, Shannon Foster & special friend Robert Martin of Gainesville, TX, sister, Carolyn McGee of Nocona, TX, brother-in-law, Charlie Haverkamp & wife Lynn of Gainesville, TX, grandchildren, Ashley Speights & husband Billy, Isac Walterscheid, Lynsey Henley, Jace Edington, Kaylee Edington, Isabella Walterscheid, Sydney Foster, great-grandchildren, Charley Jo Speights, Sophia Mundin, and many nieces and nephews.   A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 from 6 – 7 P.M. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 11 A.M. at Nocona Cemetery with Minister Austin Wright officiating.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or The Church of Christ in Saint Jo or Nocona.

Travis Gene Skinner died Monday, June 13, 2022 in Nocona, TX at the age of 80. He was born on July 15, 1941 in Nocona TX, He was the oldest of four (4) children born to Dee and Gladys Skinner of Nocona, TX. Travis loved his family. He married his wife Jean Skinner on October 9, 1959, and they lived an adventurous life together for 62 years. He served in the Air Force from 1960 through 1968 as a Crew Chief of the F-102 Delta Dagger and the F-106 Delta Dart Fighter Aircraft. After serving in the military, he fulfilled his dream of being an entrepreneur by owning several of his own businesses including Enco Gas Station in Euless TX and Village Pizza in Euless TX, which was the local hangout for several years. He then became a maintenance supervisor at Merico Inc for 20 plus years. He then retired to Nocona with his wife Jean and they started Skinner Cove’s Campground and Store which was packed every weekend by patrons enjoying the beautiful view of Lake Nocona, as well as the company of the numerous animals cared for at the park including dogs, horses, ducks, geese, raccoons, goats and others throughout the 10 year span. He owned a “Fix-It Shop” where he would fix just about anything the neighbors in town needed help with such as cars, tractors, boats, etc. After retiring from Skinner’s Cove he grew bored and decided to drive a “Big Truck”. He bought a Toter and hauled double-wide mobile homes all through the west and southwest regions of the US. Travis spent his spare time fishing, inventing new gadgets, or tinkering with his machines to make them run better. He was known to turn on Johnny Horton, pull a chair up next to the stove for his kids or grandkids, and make breakfast with them in the mornings, passing along his love of cooking. He made amazing food, but even better memories! At noon everyday, no matter what was on the day’s agenda, you could be certain to find him gathered around the truck with grandkids and animals listening to Paul Harvey and eating peanuts. The rule was no one could make a sound while Paul Harvey was on and everyone around (including the animals) knew it. Travis also loved fishing and going on deep sea fishing trips with his family. He had an incredible ability to teach, and a love of all manner of machines. He loved teaching his kids and grandchildren how to work on boats, cars, tractors and anything else they needed help with. He loved being there for his family no matter what. He was a champion to many, but to those that knew him well, he was an unmatched hero. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Elizabeth Jean Skinner, and brother Melvin Skinner. He is survived by daughter Joanie & husband Glen Rodgers, his son Carl & wife Amy Skinner, grandson Russ & wife Kristin Rodgers, granddaughters Mindy Rodgers, and Alyssa & husband Shane Roberts, great-grandchildren Piper & Porter Rodgers, Patrick & Wyatt Roberts. Brother Jimmy & wife Shirley Skinner, and sister Edna Ruud and a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Michael Ray Molsbee went on to start a new journey on June 13th 2022 from his home at age 66. He was born to Robert David 1 and Mary Nell Underwood Molsbee on March 26th 1956. Michael worked as a self-employed rancher all his life while doing odd jobs on the side such as hauling hay and cutting wood to supplement when things were rough on the ranch. He didn't mind hard work as long as he didn't have a boss. He fell in love and married Lupe Cantu on Sept. 10, 1977. After 3 years of having fun they had 2 boys Richard and Randall.  Michael helped anyone that would ask him. He was a good neighbor, friend and family man. Michael loved searching for arrowheads and collected quite a collection throughout the years, He loved fishing and having fish cookouts with his brothers in laws and friends. He always managed to come home with the trophy deer with the largest antlers. Mike loved a challenge when it came to playing basketball or shooting pool. Mike was a hard worker, He loved working the land and raising cattle. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Lupe Cantu Molsbee, sons: Richard and Randall Molsbee both of Nocona and 1 grandson Steven Molsbee also of Nocona Tx. Siblings: Robert David 11 of Hobbs New Mexico, Deby and husband David Jennings of Mooresboro, North Carolina, Joel Molsbee of Denton Tx., Pam Groves and husband Homer of Nocona Tx.. Sheila Castillo and husband James of Nocona Tx. Mary Jane Molsbee of Loraine Tx, Sarah Molsbee and Carl Kindsfather of Nocons, Tx. 6 brother in laws, 3 sister in laws and a host of nephews and nieces who he loved. Michael is preceded in death by his parents Mary Nell Underwood Molsbee and Robert David Molsbee 1. . Michael’s funeral service will be held at Molsbee Chapel, starting with visitation at 2:00 PM followed by the service at 3:00 under the direction of Jerry Woods Funeral Home. performed by pastor Jose Cantu Donations can be made to either the Molsbee Cemetery Association in care of Cindy Billings 399 Underwood Rd. Nocona, Tx 76255 OR Molsbee Chapel Church 711 FM 3394 Nocona, TX 76255 

Deborah Buck Jones, 71, died on June 14, 2022 in Carrolton, TX.  She was born on September 22, 1950 in Nocona, TX to Jim “J.M.” & Louise Miller Buck.  Debbie worked for Helen Farabee in Wichita Falls in MHMR for 18 years.  She married the love of her life, Richard Jones on July 11, 1975 in Nocona, TX.  She is survived by her husband, Richard Jones of Corinth, TX, children, Candace Jones of Gainesville, TX, Justin Jones & wife Naomi of Argyle, TX, sisters, Jamie Coats of El Paso, TX, Jennifer Grimes of Dallas, TX and two grandchildren, Jennifer Martinez & Rieve Jones.  She is preceded in death by her parents and a son, Jeremy Jones.  There will be a visitation on Friday, June 17, 2022 from 6 – 7 P.M. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona, TX.  A private family service will follow at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Helen Farabee charitable organizations at https://www.helenfarabee.org/.

Jackie Glen Robinson, 59, died on June 6, 2022 at his home in Nocona surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on December 11, 1962 in Sherman, TX to Jack & Carolyn Pearson Robinson.  Jackie worked as a mechanic most of his life, first for the U.S. Air Force which he served in for 20 plus years, then later for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth.  He married Elizabeth “Beth” Gregory on August 29, 2000 in Pantego, TX.  Jackie was very involved in the communities he lived in being a member of the National Guard Association of Texas, Deer Creek Masonic Lodge# 510 in Everman, TX, Nocona VFW and First Baptist Church in Nocona.  He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Beth” Robinson of Nocona, TX, mother, Carolyn Cline of Sherman, TX, sons, Nick Gilliland & wife Cherie of Mansfield, TX, Jon Gilliland & wife Carli of Mansfield, TX, step-daughter, Samantha Layton of Huntsville, TX, step-son Bryan Layton of Bells, TX,  sisters, Ronnette Goodman of Sherman, TX, Tonja Craft & husband Clay of Denison, TX, step-sisters, Angie Owens & husband Lewis of Denison, TX, Cherry Redding & husband Dennis of Fort Worth, TX, brothers, John Robinson & wife Kim of Cherry Mound, TX, step-brothers,  Jackie Cline & wife Nancy of Savoy, TX, Steve Cline of Texas, 10 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his father, Jack Robinson, and step-father, J.D. Cline.   A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 5 – 6 P.M. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona.   A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 2 P.M. at First Baptist Church in Nocona with Reverend Dave Woodbury officiating.  Interment will follow in Nocona Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be Bob Burke, Tim Cline, Jackie Cline, Jerry Branch, Woody Brown, Mickie Lester, Colin Hubanks, Doug Box and Don Henderson.  Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Steven Keith Penaluna, 57, died on May 30, 2022 in Nocona, TX.  He was born on March 1, 1965 in New Mexico. He was adopted into the loving home of Herman & Joyce Sterling Penaluna.  Steven gained a degree in petroleum science and worked in the oil field for many years. He also owned a video store in Decatur, TX and then in Bowie, TX for some time before retiring. He is survived by his son, Branden Penaluna & wife Amanda of Winnsboro, LA, and grandchildren, Donovan Penaluna, Triston Fitch and Payton Fitch all of Winnsboro, LA.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 2 P.M. at Nocona Cemetery with Rev. Dave Woodbury officiating.  Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Hospital for Children.

Sue Ann Kincy, 79, died on May 23, 2022 in Wichita Falls, TX.  She was born on December 31, 1942 at her home in Montague County Texas to Roy & Mildred Uselton Carpenter.  Sue graduated with a BA in education from East Texas College.  She went on to teach for a couple of years before becoming a homemaker and later a dog groomer.  She married Phillip Kincy in June of 1968 at Possum Kingdom, TX.  She is survived by her husband, Phillip Kincy of Nocona, TX, children, Albert Kincy & wife Vickie of North Dakota, Virginia Yeager & husband Ryan of Billings, MT, Jesse Kincy of Nocona, TX, Molly Reinhart & husband Mark of Mesquite, TX and 7 grandchildren.  There will be a visitation at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel in Nocona.  The service will follow at 11 AM on Tuesday in the chapel with Pastor Jack McBride officiating. Interment will follow in Eagle Point Cemetery, Montague County Texas. Pallbearers will be Brant Carpetner, Scott Carpenter, Rodney Lidgard, Dale Lemons, Chris Uselton, and Brandon Snyder Memorial donations may be made to the Carpenter’s Shop, 400 Boston, Nocona, TX 76255.

Nicklas Adam Parsons, 41, died May 15, 2022 in Montague County, Texas. He was born on January 28, 1981 in Bridgeport, TX to Thurman Parsons, Jr & Denice Byers. Nick married Alisha Moon in Nocona, TX. Nick owned & operated Parsons Transport LLC and H&P Well Services LLC. Nick loved his kids, wife, & family very much. He would do anything for his family or friends. Nick lived life to the fullest, when he was around everyone had a good time. He enjoyed racing his fox body named Goomah & scuba diving in Belize. He loved his bucking bulls & his heifers which he referred to as his "ladies." Nick is survived by his wife Alisha Parsons, son Gage Parsons, daughter Abriawna Moon, father Thurman Parsons Jr & wife Tressa, Brothers Billy Parsons & wife Jamie, Brandy Byers, Sisters Loni Conner & husband Michael, Lorri McMillan & husband Michael, Aunts Misty Leger & husband Jon Paul, Rhonda Mitchum & husband Lee, Uncles JW Byers & wife Patricia. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, & friends that love him dearly. Nick was preceded in death by his mother Denice Byers, Grandparents Thurman D Parsons, Virginia Parsons, Linda Byers, Nephew Chevy Byers & Uncle Scott Dunn. Pallbearers will be Gage Parsons, Dalton Christopher, Jason Miller, Brian Ritchie, Bradley Lawrence, Will Hilton, Jeff Jordan, Rodney Lidgard, Blake Langford, Josh Hess, Cody Jackson, Tony Sandoval & Brad Ritchie. There will be a visitation Monday May 23, 2022 at 6 PM at Montague County Cowboy Church in Montague, TX. Funeral services will be Tuesday May 24, 2022 at 1 PM at Montague County Cowboy Church officiated by Pastor Joe Caballero. Following services at Montague County Cowboy Church, Nick will ride one last time in his favorite blue 1985 Peterbilt 359 for burial at Eagle Point Cemetery Nocona, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ABBI (American Bucking Bull Inc) in Nick Parsons name, or the Montague County Cowboy Church, c/o Joe Caballero, P.O. Box 4 Montague, TX 76251.

Sandra Gaylene Harvey of Terral Oklahoma, passed from this life on May 18, 2022, at the age of 60. Sandy was born on January 25, 1962, in Ryan Oklahoma to Herschel and Mary Jo Heavener. Sandy attended Terral High School. In 1980 Sandy married Terry Joe Harvey and together had 3 children, Shawn, Heather, and Nathan. In 1990 Sandy met Clinton Ray Smith. They shared 32 years together. Sandy was a hard worker and worked as an electrician for many years at Elliot’s.  Afterwards she worked at Terral Mini-Mart where she never met a stranger and she enjoyed seeing and talking with all her customers. She finished her career in the Bakery at Market Place in Nocona where she made many friends. Sandy was preceded in death by her mother Mary Jo (Duke)Ferguson, and maternal grandparents Harvey (Base) and Beatrice Duke.   Left to cherish her memory are Clinton Smith of the home. Children, Shawn Heavener and wife Brooke of Duncan Oklahoma, Heather Harvey of Henderson Texas, Nathan Harvey and wife Amanda of Lawton Oklahoma and Traci Smith and husband Robin of Midlothian Texas. Grandchildren Seth Heavener and wife Shelby, Maddison Heavener, Samuel Chavez, Paisley Harvey, Raiden Haynes, and Casen Harvey. Stepfather, Clinton Ferguson of Sugdon, OK Siblings Willie Heavener of Duncan Oklahoma, Brenda Riddles and husband Mark of Duncan Oklahoma, Harvey Heavener of Samson Alabama, Lena White and husband Milton of Comanche Oklahoma, and Gilbert Heavener and wife Kristin of Las Vegas Nevada. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and many close friends who were like family to her. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday May 22, 2022, at 2 pm at the First Baptist Church in Terral.  Family will receive visitors after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Baylor Scott White All Saints hospital in Fort Worth for taking such great care of her 

Rosemary Alice Rossman Bradberry, 91 passed on March 8, 2022, at Grace Care Center in Nocona, TX. Rosemary was born on June 22, 1930, in San Antonio, Texas to Otto and Elizabeth Rossman.  She graduated from Hallandale High School in San Antonio in 1947. Upon graduation she worked for Bell Telephone Company.  She met and married Ralph Kiss, in October of 1949 in San Antonio, Texas. They had four children, Randy, Candy, Kevin & Kim.  They would relocate several times during Ralph’s career changes with the FAA:  San Antonio, TX, Austin, TX, Springfield, VA, Lake Worth, TX, Azle, TX, Albuquerque, N.M.  In 1972 Rosemary would remarry Larry Bradberry, they would move to Bossier City, LA., and Montgomery, AL. In 1985 she relocated to Arlington, TX and spent the last few years in Nocona.  Rosemary enjoyed being a homemaker and loved to be around family and friends, she was an excellent seamstress and cook.  She made many of her children’s and grandchildren’s clothes.  She loved dressing up and always had the accessories to match. Later in life Rosemary became a travel agent, which suited her well as she loved to travel. She got to enjoy many trips. Australia, Alaska, Hawaii, East Coast, West Coast all fifty states, Mexico & Canada to name a few.  In her 60” s she created a “Rent a grandma” Business that was very successful and she would assist families in their daily children’s activities.  Rosemary was a member of Aldersgate Methodist Church and later St. Barnabas Methodist Church in Arlington, TX, where she enjoyed singing in the choir.  She loved singing and show tunes were a must.  She enjoyed live theatre especially Musicals.  Lawrence Welk was a main stay on the TV growing up. Rosemary loved her family.  She enjoyed family gatherings and being in the middle of things.  She tried to always remember and recognize birthdays, celebrations and she showed up.  She would travel to any location to watch her grandchildren participate in activities. She went by the beloved nickname, “Grams”. Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, Otto & Elizabeth Rossman, brother, Otto Jr., husbands, Ralph Kiss and Larry Bradberry, daughter Candace Gaston, great grandson Easton Clayton. Survivors: Sons, Randall Kiss of Rockport, Kevin Kiss, and wife Fonda of Azle, Daughter, Kimberly Hays, and husband David of Arlington. Son in Law J.M Gaston.  18 Grandchildren, 47 Great Grandchildren and 5 Great, Great Grandchildren.   Brothers, Jerry Rossman and David Rossman and wife Elizabeth. Several nieces, nephews and extended family and dear friends. Thank you to Grace Care Center of Nocona for their excellent care, support and love they showed, “Grandma”!  The CNA Team always went above and beyond.  We are so very thankful for them. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to: Alzheimer Foundation & Awareness 

Leonard Hamilton Langford was born in Terral, Ok August 30, 1939, and passed from this life May 17, 2022 in Jourdanton, Tx.  Growing up he attended Terral Schools and was actively involved in 4H, FFA, and riding club.  Leonard enjoyed talking to anyone who would listen. He was always open to a good trade and spent a few years selling his various “treasurers” at the Bowie Trade Days.  He also enjoyed treeing coons and showing coon dogs, an activity he passed on to his grandsons. Over the years Leonard wore many hats. He was a farmer, maintenance tech at the Airforce Base, Bus Driver, and helped at the food pantry among others.  Leonard was active in the Masons for as long as his health would allow him. One of his biggest joys was being Grandpa/Papa to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Gertrude Langford, brother Cletus Langford, and his precious daughter Andrea Pollan.  He is survived by his wife Jeri Langford of Nocona, Tx. His sidekick Little Ann, Son Randal Langford, wife Angelia of Pottsboro, Tx, daughter Tandy Williams husband Billy of Jourdanton, TX. Daughter Shana Reed, Jourdanton Tx. Grandchildren Joseph Pollan wife Whitney, Terral , Ok, Rachel Sain husband Brandon Terral, OK, Zachary Langford wife Amy Pottsboro, TX, Kelsey Reed Chickasha, OK, Coby Langford, Pottsboro, TX, Raylan Williams, and Julia Williams Jourdanton, TX. He is also survived by six great grandchildren Noah, Preslee, and Jolee Pollan, Serinity, Isabella, and Ronald Dean Sain all of Terral, OK. One sister Sue Smith, Terral, OK. He is also remembered by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.    A graveside service will be held at Ryan Cemetery, Ryan, OK Saturday May 21, 2022 at 2 p.m. officiated by Pastor Mark Kunkel. 

Peggy Loretta Miller, 88, died on May 15, 2022 in Wichita Falls, TX.  She was born on February 1, 1934 in Vernon, TX to Glenn & Edna Woods Harp.  Peggy worked for Boeing most of her life in the Electrics Department.  She married Jim Miller on November 12, 1989 in Arlington, TX.  She is survived by her husband, Jim Miller of Nocona, TX, children, Dale Beggs of Wichita Falls, TX, Vickie Jefferies of Fort Worth, TX, Darrell Beggs of Hillsboro, TX, Billy Beggs of Weatherford, TX, step-children, Dave Miller, Indianapolis, IN, Christy Johnson, Indianapolis, IN, 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.  There will be a visitation on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 9 A.M. at Valley View Baptist Church.  A funeral service will follow at 10 A.M. officiated by Revs. Dave Woodbury and Darrell Beggs.  Interment will follow in Nocona Cemetery.  Pallbearers will be her grandsons.  Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Rd., Wichita Falls, TX 76310.

WR Tucker, Jr, 74, our beloved husband, father, Pawpa, and friend, died on May 12, 2022, in Nocona, TX.  A visitation will be at 5 pm on Sunday, May 15 at Jerry Wood’s Funeral Home.   The funeral will be on Tuesday, May 17, at 2 p.m. at the Nocona First United Methodist Church, 200 Grayson Street, Nocona. Graveside service will follow.  WR was born on February 12, 1948, in Nocona to Raymond and Mabel Price Tucker. He grew up near Spanish Fort and Prairie Valley with his sisters, Carol and Barbara. His family were farmers/ranchers and WR was active in Future Farmers of America and played basketball in high school at Prairie Valley.    WR graduated with a degree in Agriculture from East Texas State University in 1970. At ETSU, he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho. He started his career as an Ag Teacher.  He continued his education a few years later to earn his master’s in Education Administration at Texas Woman's University. WR was an ag teacher, Director of Special Education of Montague County and ultimately found his way back to Prairie Valley where he was superintendent for 21 years.  He was a life-long educator and always wanted to do what was best for all students and staff that he served.  On June 1, 1969, he married the love of his life, Patti, and moved to Commerce, Tx where he worked for ETSU for a few years.  They eventually made their home in Nocona, Texas, where they raised their family.    WR loved life and lived it to the fullest. He never met a stranger and everyone he met was instantly his friend.  He loved Texas music and developed a passion for Bob Wills - Texas Swing and Texas Country Music.  Many weekends were spent with friends and family at Melody Mountain Ranch, Michael Hearne’s Barn Dance in New Mexico or in Turkey, Texas celebrating Bob Wills.  You could always find him at the corn dog stand long after the music stopped.  He was also one of the founders of Nocona Nights, which brings music entertainers from across Texas to Nocona for monthly concerts.  It was important for him to give back to the community of Nocona.  He served on the Nocona City Council and then on the Hospital Board for a few years.  He was a past member of the Nocona Rotary Club and Young Farmers. Never forgetting his roots, he was instrumental in helping build the Montague County Show barn. He was also involved in the 1986 Centennial Wagon Train visit to Nocona, where his committee provided a meal for 5,000 people in the community. He was also a member of the Nocona United Methodist Church.  WR had a lot of awards and accomplishments over the years, but he was most proud of his grandkids, Tucker and Eleanor.  He loved being their Pawpa, and nothing made him happier than when they were all together cooking, playing in the lake, or riding in the Ranger.  He made time to attend their football games, volleyball games, and golf tournaments all over DFW.    WR and Patti retired to their favorite place on earth, Lake Nocona. WR spent most of his time tending to his garden in the heat of the summer.  He couldn’t wait to plant in the early spring and then share tomatoes and okra with his friends.  He was happiest when he was cooking for all of his family and friends.  To keep him busy, he would make homemade sausage, bacon, sauerkraut, and tamales.  Family, friends, food and fun was guaranteed when WR was around!  He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mabel Price Tucker, brother, David Lynn, and sister, Carol Hinton.    WR is survived by his wife, Patti; daughter, Cheryl and partner JB Rouse, Frisco; son, Jeff and wife, LeAnn, Denton; grandchildren, Tucker, Eleanor, Garrett, and Nicholas; sister Barbara Kelly and husband JC, Valley View; brother-in-law, Harold Reynolds and wife Sandra, sister-in-law, Becky Scroggins and husband Gary, Decatur and many special nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.    Donations in WR’s name can be made to the Lucky Paws or Nocona First United Methodist Church Jeans and Shoes Fund. Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.