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Obituaries Archives for 2022-02

James Tickle Sr

 

James “Jim” Ray Tickle, Sr. passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at home with his family by his side, in Coffeyville, Kansas 

Jim was born on August 21, 1947 in Coffeyville to Henry L. Tickle Sr. and Mary A. (Comstock) Tickle.  Jim grew up in rural Coffeyville with his parents and siblings.  He attended grade school in Wayside until his parents moved closer to Dearing where he completed his elementary education. He then attended high school in Coffeyville at Field Kindley Memorial High School. Jim attended SEK Vo-Tech and Coffeyville Community College where he received his associate’s degree. 

Jim met the love of his life Carol L. Smith and the two were wed in Jim’s grandparents’ home on October 14, 1965.  Jim and Carol celebrated 56 years of marriage; of that union the couple raised five children.  In their early years of marriage Jim worked at Acme Foundry and part time at Wal-Mart as the stock room manager until he became a full-time employee at Wal-Mart.  When the opportunity came to go to work for Funk Manufacturing now known as John Deere he took it returning to his craft of being a machinist until his retirement.  

Jim enjoyed playing slow pitch softball as a younger man, bowling, fishing, hunting, woodworking, gardening, harvesting pecans, watching the Red Skins play football with his wife by his side. You could often find him on the front porch settin’ watching traffic pass by and watch the grandkids play.  He also enjoyed sitting down sharing a good meal with his family and most of all the time they shared together.  Jim loved his wife, children and family with all of his heart and he gave his all to provide for them. 

Jim surrendered his life to Christ and if he were here today he would tell you it’s never too late for your life to be redeemed.   

He is survived by his wife, Carol of the home; children, Johnny Tickle and his wife, Shelia, Donna and her husband Gerry Roberts Sr., Lisa and her husband Gene Mellen, James R. Tickle Jr. and his wife Angela, and Vickie Sutton, grandchildren Angela D Tickle, Traci Long, Matthew Tickle, Trisha Haden, Kenneth Smith, Jennifer Cook, Gerry Roberts Jr, Cody Johnson, Joseph Johnson, Mykel Mellen, Christopher Johnson, Kyler Mellen, Ashlynn Mellen, Ashley Kissel, Amanda Buchanan, Michael Tickle, Samantha Meadows, Sarah Buchanan,  Kari Turner, Kristen Sutton, Austin Sutton, numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; siblings, Henry L. Tickle Jr., Albertis Bray, Jack Tickle, Allen Tickle and his wife, Kathy, Ellen McDown and her husband Brian; nieces, nephew, cousins and extended family.  In addition to his parent's he was preceded in death by his brother, Luther Tickle. 

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at 11am at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel, 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville, Kansas with Pastor Keith Dodd of Lewark Church of God officiating.  Burial will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 from 6 to 8pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel.  To leave an online condolence or share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com    

James "J.R." Roscoe Cook

James “J.R.” Roscoe Cook of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma passed away with his sister by his side in her home in Edna, Kansas on February 25, 2022 at the age of 83 after a long battle with heart disease. 

J. R. was born on January 31, 1939 to James T. “Tex” and Goldie (Harrison) Cook in rural So. Coffeyville, Oklahoma.  He graduated from Lenapah High School, attended Coffeyville Community Jr. College and completing his education at the University of Oklahoma with his master’s degree. 

J.R. started his career in education in the 1970’s as a Cherokee math teacher and basketball coach in Weatherford, Oklahoma.  Because of his loved and passion for his Native American heritage and seeing a great need to help Cherokee youth he also worked as the director of one of the nation’s largest Upward Bound programs at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford.  He saw a lot of potential in American Indian youth, but knew that in order to combat critical issues facing youth he needed to take is passion further.  On April 16, 1976 under his leadership United National Indian Tribal Youth, Inc. was born.  In 1978 J.R. joined forces with Unity; the collaborated efforts of two organizations allowed for more opportunities to help American Indian youth.  In 2013 J.R. retired after decades of tireless service to American Indian youth.     

J.R. was a member of the St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Oklahoma, City.  He enjoyed in sharing a good meal with family and friends, especially with his friends at the Bedlam BBQ in Oklahoma City.  Supporting education in Oklahoma was always very important to J.R. and continued to finds ways to still be active even in failing health.  

J.R. is survived by his sister, JoAnn Carney who cared for him until his passing, his faithful dog, Jake who he so loved, his good friends, George and Janice Owens, Ryan Aduddle, Mark Scott, Robert Moran, Jan English, Norma Roupe and Dr. Darrell Mease, lots of cousins and extended family.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Marvin Carney. 

Private Graveside services will be held under the direction of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at Mount Washing Cemetery, Lenapah, Oklahoma where he will be laid to rest next his parents.  Friends may leave an online message of condolence or share a memory at www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com  

Barbara Jean Powers

Barbara Jean Powers, age 77, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Windsor Place Nursing Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.

Barbara was born on October 26, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri to Jerome and Ethel Gilmore.  She grew up in Kansas City where she attended local schools. 

She met and fell in love with Billy Gene Powers, Sr.  The two were united in marriage in 1960 in Kansas City where they made their home.   They couple had nine children.   Billy preceded her in death in 2004.

In addition to helping take care of the home and kids, Barbara worked for Ford Motor in assembly for several years. Her hobbies were painting and arts and crafts.  She later met her companion of several years, Eddie.  He too preceded her in death in 2015. 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, David Powers of Kansas City, Missouri, Chris Powers of Dixon, Missouri, Billy Powers and companion, Donald Bruce of Coffeyville, Kansas, Cynthia Powers of Coffeyville, Kansas, Jerry Powers, Annie Powers of Sedalia, Missouri, Melissa Powers of Springfield, Missouri and Richard Powers of Camden, Missouri, nineteen grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, her companion, David of Coffeyville, three sisters, Anne, Betty and Mary along with numerous extended relatives and close friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerome and Ethel Gilmore, former husband, Billy Powers, Sr., a daughter, Lisa Powers, former companion, Eddie   and one brother. 

A final viewing for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.  Following Barbara's wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of the funeral home. 

The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the American Kidney Fund; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home 306 N. Cline Rd. Coffeyville, KS 67337. 

To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

Hugh J. Kimmons

Hugh J. Kimmons, age 88, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at Overland Park Medical Center in Lenexa, Kansas. 

Hugh was born on April 20, 1933, in Chetopa, Kansas to Hugh and Leola (Collins) Kimmons.  He grew up in Chetopa where he attended local schools.  Hugh proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War.  Upon receiving his honorable discharge, he returned to Chetopa. 

He met and fell in love with Dorothy Gossett, the two were married on April 29, 1956, in Chetopa.  After a year they moved to Coffeyville, Kansas where they made their home.  They had three children, Michael, Saundra and Janet.  They were long time members of Holy Name Catholic Church.  Dorothy preceded him in death on March 7, 2005. 

In 1956 he attended the American School of Auctioneering.  Hugh worked as a delivery driver for Thompson Brothers in Coffeyville for over 30 years.  For several years he also ran a small engine repair shop.  He served on the Rural Water District 11 Board for several years and the Coffeyville Senior Citizens Activity Center Board for 17 years.

Hugh enjoyed camping with the Coffee Kan's Group, playing pitch, traveling, talking and telling stories, watching his grandchildren play baseball and softball. 

In 2006 he was married to Betty Jean VanWinkle.  They made their home in Coffeyville.  They couple spent ten wonderful years together until Betty Jean passed away on November 14, 2016. 

Those surviving to cherish Hugh's memory are his daughters, Saundra Ferguson and husband, Ken, Janet Reynolds and husband, Mark all of Coffeyville, Kansas, daughter-in-law, Brenda Kimmons of Chickapea, Kansas, grandchildren, Jesse Kimmons and wife, Raci, Chad Kimmons, Clint Ferguson and wife, Tabitha, Brad Ferguson and wife, Jessica, Cody Reynolds, Paige Ruark and husband, Laramie, nine great grandchildren, Betty's children, Bryan (Theresa) VanWinkle of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, Leslie (Jerry) Ferguson of Tulsa, Oklahoma,  Connie (John) Densmore of Las Vegas, Nevada, along with numerous extended relatives and close friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Leola Kimmons, his first wife, Dorothy Kimmons in 2005 and his second wife, Betty Jean VanWinkle Kimmons in 2016. 

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville from 1pm-7pm.  Family will greet friends on Tuesday evening at the funeral home from 6pm-7pm. 

Rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at Holy Name Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m.  Father James Shibi will officiate.  Graveside Committal will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Chetopa, Kansas. 

David W Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

Albert "Jack" Hill

Albert “Jack” Hill, age 79, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at Medicalodge Nursing Home in Coffeyville. 

Jack was born on December 18, 1942 in Coffeyville, Kansas to John and Rosemary (Knight) Hill.  He earned his high school diploma at Dewey High School in Dewey, Oklahoma., where he and his high school sweetheart, Carolyn Hines were united in marriage on December 12, 1962.  He furthered his education at Coffeyville Community College where he earned his Associates Degree.  He went on to attend Southern Illinois University. 

Jack proudly served his country in the United States Army where he served as an Army Medic.  Upon receiving his honorable discharge, he returned to Coffeyville.  The couple made their home in Coffeyville where they raised their son, Lance.  The couple later divorced. 

Jack worked as a Bridge & Building Foreman for the Union Pacific Railroad for many years until retirement.  He was proud of his Native American heritage; he was part Delaware and part Shawnee.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, he was active in track and enjoyed fast pitch softball.  Most of all he loved the time he spent surrounded by his family and friends. 

Surviving to cherish his memory are his son, Lance Hill of Coffeyville, Kansas; grandchildren, Grant David Hill and Bailey Jo Kerns; former wife, Carolyn Frances of Coffeyville, Kansas, a sister, Deanna Lankerd and husband, Bill of Oologah, Oklahoma along with several extended relatives and close friends.  Jack was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rosemary Hill and by three infant children. 

Following Jack’s wishes, a private family burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville. 

A visitation with the family present to greet friends will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville. 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is assisting the family with arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

 

Robert "Buddy" E. Cain

Robert “Buddy” E. Cain, or Bob as his work friends knew him., age 70, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 

Robert was born on November 20, 1951, in Coffeyville, Kansas to Cecil and Irene (Derringer) Cain.  He grew up in Wichita, Kansas where he attended school and earned his high school diploma. 

Robert proudly served his country for 35 years in the United States Army and the National Guard.  He also worked for Spears Manufacturing for more than 30 years as a maintenance supervisor. 

In 2004 he married Brenda Starnes; the couple made their home in Coffeyville.  They enjoyed boating and camping at the lake with family and friends. He also enjoyed his job and his many friends in Florida.

Robert had a strong Christian faith.  He loved spending time with his family and friends, and he adored his granddaughter, Alexis Cain. 

Surviving to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Brenda Cain of the home, sons, David Cain of Coffeyville, Kansas, Brad Cain and wife, Kelly of Greenwood Missouri, two grandkids, Breanna of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Lexi of St. Joseph, Missouri.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil and Irene Cain and by a sister, Barbara Amann. 

Following Robert's wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.  No public services are scheduled at this time. 

Doris Jean "Bebe" (Triebel) Moore

Doris Jean “Bebe” (Triebel) Moore, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep during the early hours of Tuesday, January 4, 2022 in Ponca City, OK.  She will be missed in death as much as she was loved in life. 

 

Bebe was born on August 1st of 1928 to parents Albertus McKinley Triebel and Emma Augustine Kastler.  She attended high school in Coffeyville, KS.  Throughout her life, she worked many different jobs to provide for her family, and she always found ways to keep them busy and to make life fun.

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Emma; brother Bud and his wife Wanda Triebel; Sam and his wife Betty Triebel; sisters Lula, and her husband Bob Russel, Norma and her husband Ivan LaDuke; and sister-in-law Margie and her husband, Don Walker; sons, Gary, Bill, and Jim.

 

She is survived by daughter, Judy, and son, Jeff, many nieces and nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  While Bebe had 5 children of her own, she was a mom to so many more.  Her nieces, nephews, and friends all saw her as their "second mother".

 

Bebe loved cooking, playing cards, reminiscing and making memories with her family and friends, especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  Those not related to Bebe were welcomed as family upon meeting her.

 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 at 11:00am at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel. Burial will immediately follow at North Edna Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made payable to Hospice of North Central Oklahoma and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschaapel.com

 

 

Helen Francis Howard

, age 88 of Coffeyville, KS went to meet the Lord on Monday, February 21, 2022, while a resident at Medicalodges in Coffeyville.  Helen was born on September 29, 1933, in Graham, Texas, but grew up and went to school in Coffeyville, Kansas. Helen was the daughter of Ansel and Ethena Mae (Holman) Howard. She was the oldest daughter of six children:  Helen, James Howard, Leonard Howard, Harry Howard (deceased), Mary Crites (deceased), and Margaret Higgins.

 

 

 

Helen married John Marion Dake of Galena Kansas on June 23, 1956.  She met her future husband when she was introduced to him by her friend Marie (Dake) Lord who just happened to be John’s sister. Helen and John started their first years of marriage while John was in the Army.  Helen wanted to see John when he was on duty in the Army and asked his commanding officer if she could.  The commanding officer told her no, but he told her that John would be walking guarding duty along the fence at a certain time.  So, she walked guard duty with John, he on one side of the fence and she on the other.

 

 

 

Helen and John travelled the United States as John’s job as an electrician took them to Pittsburg, Kansas --Joplin, Missouri, -- Bozeman, Montana, and Penrose, Colorado to name a few of the places they called home during their lives. Helen was a lifelong member of the local Assembly of God Church, in whatever town or city she called home.

 

 

 

Helen was a homemaker who raised four children:  Viola Sue Delcamp, Joyce Elaine Clifford, John Marvin Dake (who preceded Helen in death in 2000), and Linda Kay Dake. Helen was blessed with three grandsons and three great-grandchildren, numerous nephews and nieces.

 

 

 

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harry Howard, sister, Mary Crites, and son John Marvin Dake.

 

 

 

Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 2pm at the Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. The funeral will be available on the Ford-Wulf-Bruns website after uploading. Pastor Randy DePriest with Coffeyville First Assembly of God will be officiating.  Burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery following services.  The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 27, 2022, from 2-4 pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel.  To leave an online message of condolence or share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Copeland

Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Copeland, age 93, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Windsor Place Nursing Home in Coffeyville.

 

Jackie was born on July 17, 1928, in Winfield, Kansas to Orman L. Taylor, Jr. and Mary S. (Rutherford) Taylor.  She graduated from Sedan High School in Sedan, Kansas.

 

On August 18, 1946, she married the love of her life, Wallace Harold Copeland in Sedan, Kansas.  The couple made their home in Wichita, Kansas for the first year.  The couple then moved to Arkansas City, Kansas in 1947.  They had one son, Michael, that they adored.  Jackie and Wallace shared 23 wonderful years together.  He preceded her in death on December 4, 1969.

 

Jackie was an excellent piano and organ player.  This led her to teaching piano, organ and voice from 1958-2002.  She was active in the annual recitals that were held either at the college or at their home in Arkansas City.  She was a past president of the Arkansas City Music & Dramatics Club and past president of the Kansas Music & Dramatics Club from 1970-1971.  She was a former member of the Iola Municipal Band and the Coffeyville Municipal Band which she enjoyed being a part of very much.

 

In 1969, Jackie became a licensed insurance agent, she worked for Equitable Life Insurance Society out of Wichita, Kansas for several years.  Eventually, complications of working long distance led to her separation from Equitable.  She then worked for Aetna Insurance and several others for many years.

 

In 1977, Jackie moved to Coffeyville, Kansas and has resided there ever since.  She was a member of the South Coffeyville Methodist Church where she served as organist for 12 years.  Jackie was strong in her faith; she always found a church to attend wherever she was living.  She was also a member of the Eastern Star.

 

Surviving to honor her memory are her son, Michael Copeland and wife, Katie of Dallas, Texas, grandchildren, Amy Copeland of Dallas, Texas, Stephen Copeland and wife, Sara of College Station, Texas, great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Emily and John Copeland along with other extended relatives and close friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Orman Taylor Jr. and Mary Taylor, and by her loving husband, Wallace Harold Copeland.

 

Graveside Services will be held at the Memorial Lawn Cemetery near Arkansas City, Kansas.  The details of the graveside service will be announced at a later date.

 

The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society or to your local food bank; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home 306 N. Cline Rd., Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

Sabrina M. Sauer

Sabrina M. Sauer, age 44, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center. 

Sabrina was born on September 21, 1977, in Saginaw, Michigan to Donald Sauer and Kathy (Likely) Sauer.  She grew up in Coffeyville where she attended local schools and graduated from Field Kindley High School.  Sabrina furthered her education at Coffeyville Community College where she completed several college classes. 

She was working for Country Mart grocery store as a manager in the Deli.  She enjoyed shopping, reading and really loved her job.  She always had a smile on her face and will be missed by all those that knew her. 

Sabrina is survived by her father, Don Sauer of Coffeyville, stepbrother, Shawn Likely of Coffeyville, five aunts, Tammy (Russ) Flewelling, Debbie (Bruce) Hitz, Billie (Tom) Pulaski, Becky Sauer, and Julie (Tyce) Shelburn along with many cousins and friends.  She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents and by her mother, Kathy Sauer. 

A Memorial Service celebrating Sabrina’s life will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 24, 2022, at the First Church of God, 2010 West 5th St. in Coffeyville with Pastor Mark Wilson officiating. Private inurnment will take place at a later date in Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville.

Following Sabrina’s wishes cremations has taken place under the direction of David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.

To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com.

Leslie Lloyd Martin

Leslie Lloyd Martin stepped across the threshold to be reunited with his beloved wife in eternal glory on the fourteenth day of February 2022.

He was born on February 20th, 1935, to James and Maude Martin. He married Martha Kitchens on November 11th, 1962.  He was employed by the Coffeyville Flour Mill achieving 40 plus years with the company.  Among his interests were talking on his CB radios, playing Harmonicas, singing at church, camping with his family and taking his sailboat out for a spin.  He spoiled his grandsons every chance he could, they were his pride and joy.  He acquired many canine friends over the years , as well as, his cherished Tony the tiger cat who kept him entertained.  He also loved westerns and Jimmy Stewart movies.

He is survived by his son, David and wife Amy Randles Martin; two daughters, Kathy Pippin and husband Jerry Pippin, and Pam Martin Ward and husband Joe Ward; four grandsons, Dusty, Dawson, Drake and Maxxwell; and Honorary sons Chris Harrell, Matt York and JD Payden.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Martha, two brothers, three sisters, and many other relatives and friends.

He was extremely grateful to his friend Kenny Kitchens for introducing him to his sister Martha, without whom, his family would have come to fruition.  He was ever so grateful to Matt and JD who took time out of their busy schedules to help him with tasks that he could no longer do on his own.  He was a son, a brother, an uncle, a good father, grandfather and friend.  Heaven has become a much coveted treasure to one day enter into eternal rest.  We have to much to gain to lose.

Graveside Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville with Pastor Randy DePriest officiating.

Friends may call on Friday, February 18th from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Coffeyville Friends of Animals; contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.

Patsy Ruth (Boswell) Fisher Nowadzky

Patsy Ruth (Boswell) Fisher Nowadzky, age 83, of Claremore, Oklahoma passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Claremore Skilled Nursing & Therapy in Claremore, Oklahoma.

 

Patsy was born on January 4, 1939, in Bristow, Oklahoma to Charlie and Addie (Finney) Boswell.  She grew up in Bristow where she attended local schools.  Patsy furthered her education at Northeastern Vo-Tech.

 

On December 9, 1955 she was united in marriage to Bobby Charles Fisher.  The couple lived in several locations while Bobby was serving in the military.  After his honorable discharge they lived in Chelsea, Oklahoma.  Of that union three children were born, Renee, Denise and Michele.  Mr. Fisher preceded her in death on March 2, 2000.

 

In addition to helping take care of the home and children, Patsy worked as a medical transcriptionist for over twenty years.  She enjoyed gardening, reading and loved to cook.  Patsy was a woman with a strong Christian faith.  Throughout the years she attended Pentecostal and Baptist Churches.

 

Patsy met and fell in love with Richard Nowadzky and the two were married in May 2007.  Richard survives of the home.  Also surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Renee Dailey and husband, Ronnie of Claremore, Oklahoma, Denise Anderson and husband, Wayne of Hurst, Texas, Michele Cruse of Chelsea, Oklahoma, stepdaughter, Wendy Campbell and husband, Steven of Sapulpa, Oklahoma, nine grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, half-sisters, Reba Jo Lawrence, Peggy Jackson and husband, Delbert along with numerous extended family and friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Addie Boswell, husband, Bobby Fisher, son, David Fisher and two grandchildren.

 

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and again on Friday morning at the funeral home prior to the graveside service from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

 

Graveside Services will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Robbins Cemetery west of Coffeyville, Kansas.  Pastor Darren Brown will officiate.

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a special message for the family online, www.dwbfh.com

 

Douglas William Antle

 

Douglas William Antle age 61 of Coffeyville, Kansas, passed away on February 11, 2022 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center. 

Douglas was born at Fort Riley, KS on October 4, 1960 to Donald William and Sarah Ellen (Cullison) Antle. Douglas was a resident of Coffeyville where he attended Dearing Elementary School and graduated from Field Kindley High School with the class of 78’. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Army where he proudly served for over 7-1/2 yrs of service with a tour in Germany for five years and then received his honorable discharge. After Douglas’ return home to Coffeyville, he earned his associates degree in business and he started working as a machinist. He then began driving a long haul 18-wheeler for Van White and loved driving the truck to see the country. Douglas was blessed with a son and two daughters. He was united in marriage to Cindy (Bowen) Antle on January 16, 2004. Douglas worked hard to support his family and extremely talented at all things mechanical.  In the last year Douglas and Cindy had started Hidden Willow RV Park and that was going to be his retirement hobby. 

Douglas’s memories live on with his wife Cindy, son Brandon Antle w/wife Kaycee and daughter, Jennifer Antle, of Hutchinson, Kansas and step-daughter, Samantha Bush. His brothers Curtis Antle of Naples, Florida and Dennis Antle of Dearing, Kansas, and step-father John Saner of Coffeyville. Grandchildren; Joshua Antle, Braden Antle, Lamount Braxton, Garrett Braxton, Kenzey Jeane Van Osdol, Jaiden Jeane Ribordy and Sofia Shy, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Douglas’s funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel at 1:00pm. Burial will follow at Robbins Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Chapel. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

  

Beulah Mae Shields

Beulah Mae Shields, age 93, of Independence, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at the Labette Health hospital in Parsons, Kansas due to complications from Covid-19. 

Beulah was born on April 5, 1928, in Okay, Oklahoma to Ruben Boganey and Dosha Perry.  She attended school in Kansas and worked several different jobs through the years.  She married Olander Shields, to this marriage they had eight children. 

Beulah was a long-time member of the St. James Church.  She served as an usher, she was a member of the choir and she served on the church board.  She attended church whenever she could, she was a daily Bible reader.  Beulah enjoyed shopping and traveling.  What she cherished most was the time spent with her family.  Due to health reasons, Beulah relocated to Independence, Kansas.  She became a dedicated member of the St. John’s Church of Independence where she attended church regularly and made many dear friends. 

Beulah was preceded in death by her father, Ruben Boganey, her mother, Dosha Perry, loving husband, Olander Shields, two daughters, Betty and Connie Shields, a brother, Elijah Watts, granddaughter, Regina McCoy, two grandsons, Eric and Cornelius Maxwell, Jr., two sons-in-law, William “Mike” Britt and James Pouncil, Sr. and a niece, Marsha Watts. 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Ella Mitchell of Newport Virginia, Claudia and Cornelius Maxwell, Sr. of Dayton, Ohio, Cloretha Pouncil of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Arlene Britt of Independence, Kansas, Lester Shields of Lithonia, Georgia and Victor Shields of Des Moines, Iowa, fourteen grandchildren and a host of great and great-great grandchildren, her sister, Australia Jackson of Coffeyville, Kansas, a sister-in-law, Angie Watts of Denver, Colorado along with many extended relatives and friends that love her. 

Following Beulah’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville, Kansas.  No public memorial service is scheduled at this time. A private family service will be held at a later date. 

To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

Judith Ann Wold Cook

Judith Ann Wold Cook age 68 of Coffeyville passed away on February 9, 2022 at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center with her loved ones at her side. 

 

Judith was born on July 15, 1953 in Honolulu to Jens and Jacqueline (Dunning) Wold. Being a Navy Brat, she called many places home, she attended school in the valley in California until the 8th grade then moving to a ranch in the middle of nowhere Wyoming where she and her siblings attended a one room school. Due to being so far from town the children boarded with folks in town while they attended high school. Judith graduated from Niobrara County High School in 1971 and she continued her education at Eastern Wyoming College in 1974. She was united in marriage to Neil Cook on May 10, 1974; the couple started a family, with her bearing a child in 75, 76, 78, and 79. The family made their home in Colorado where Judith earned her Master’s Degree from University of Northern Colorado in elementary Education. She then began her teaching career at the Navajo Red Rock School. For the next 30 years Judith subbed where she was needed and finished her career with USD 445 in 2019. Judith was first and foremost a mother, she loved her children with every ounce of her being and just when you didn’t think she could love something more, she became a grandma. When she wasn’t able to go on a trip with her children or spend time with her grands, she enjoyed sewing, quilting, and genealogy. She could stretch a 20 dollar bill and she taught her children how to be frugal as well. She didn’t enjoy cooking but she could burn a perfectly good piece of toast if she had to. She was fiercely stubborn, sarcastically funny, extremely intelligent, and a very strong Christian.    

 

Judith’s memories will live on with her ex-husband Neil Cook, children; Jennifer Ann Towe (Roy), Justin Neil Cook (Hilary), Jonathan Jens Cook (Angela), Joshua William Cook (Julie), siblings; Paul Flowers, James Wold, Michael Wold, and Marie Rudloff, grandchildren; Ashely Christine Ann Cook, Jaeden Nicole Ann Cook, Wyatt James Cook, Trey Allen Cook, Bromlee Alyn Cook, Brynn Meryl Cook, and Allie Dee Cook. 

 

She now rests with her parents, her brother Hurshell Flowers, her grandparents and her great-grandparents. 

 

Memorial services will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 2:00pm at the Coffeyville Church of the Nazarene. The family suggests memorials be made payable to Children’s Mercy and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland, Ave Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

Jeffrey M. Mayfield

Jeffrey M. Mayfield went home to his Lord and Savior at 129 pm on February 6, 2022.  He passed peacefully in the arms of his wife, Christie, along with a very dear friend, Jana Sells singing him home.

 

 

 

Jeff was born on May 22, 1967, in Coffeyville, Ks to Kenneth and Wilma (Figgins) Mayfield.  He grew up in the Coffeyville area and out at his grandma and grandpa Figgins’ farm, east of Coffeyville.  He attended school at Field Kindley, where he excelled in Auto Mechanics in Vo-Tech, where a teacher once asked him why he was even in his class as he rebuilt an alternator faster than the teacher, explaining the process as he went.  He worked at several jobs relating to automotive most of his life. At one time or another he worked at all 3 auto parts stores in Coffeyville over the years.  In 1988 he bought his first racecar, unbeknownst to his parents and kept it at a friend’s house for a while as he was completing it.  He raced at all the local dirt racetracks, as well as working as a flagman and racetrack worker at each track, when he wasn’t racing.  He also ran a push truck especially later in life with his wife as a way to stay close to and involved with the sport that he dearly loved. He helped Bill and Doris Collins and family, build the Mid America Racetrack located in South Coffeyville, Ok.

 

 

 

In 1995, on Thanksgiving night, he was introduced to his future wife by her cousin, Amanda and a good friend, Rick Loffer II, at Rick’s dad’s house, whom he considered like a brother.  36 days later January 1, 1996, they became engaged when Jeff informed Christie that they were getting married.  They were married on August 3, 1996, at their home in Coffeyville. A short time later they moved from Coffeyville, Ks to Christie’s family home in the Noxie area, west of South Coffeyville, Ok.  Jeff continued to race stock cars on and off through the years.  After he quit racing stock cars, he got into racing lawnmowers.  He then moved on to racing RC (remote control) cars until his death.  Jeff and Christie enjoyed going to the stock car races at the local dirt tracks in SE Kansas and NE Oklahoma.

 

 

 

Jeff was working for Nowata Co. District 2 out of Lenapah, Okla., running a road grader at the time of his passing. He was very proud of the work he did maintaining the roads in the northwest corner of Nowata County.

 

 

 

Jeff and Christie were not blessed with children; however, he claimed his sister in law’s kids as his own.  He dearly loved spending time with them and watching them grow over the years.

 

 

 

He was truly an amazing husband and a very special friend to many people.  He loved his friends and considered all of them his family.

 

 

 

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Benjamin and Fern (Bryant) Mayfield and Arley and Dorothy (Pearson) Figgins, and his dad, Kenneth Mayfield as well as several aunts and an uncle.

 

 

 

He leaves behind wife and best friend, Christie of the home, and his mother Wilma (Figgins) Mayfield, as well as his half-brothers and half-sisters, David Mayfield and wife of Carthage, Mo., Kenneth Mayfield Jr. and wife of Marquette, Ks., Pam Waits and husband of rural Coffeyville, Ks., Diane Humphrey of Topeka, Ks., and Kevin Humphrey and wife of Tulsa, Ok., as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

 

 

Funeral services celebrating Jeff’s life will be held on Friday, February 11, 2022, at 1pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel, 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville, Kansas.  A private family burial will follow the service. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 5-7pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel.  To leave a online message of condolences or to share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

 

Glenda Sue Camren

Glenda Sue Camren age 73 of Coffeyville passed away February 4, 2022 in Parsons, KS.

 

Glenda was born in Coffeyville on October 14, 1948 to Freeman and Ruby (Miller) Ryan. She was raised in Coffeyville and attended local schools until the 8th grade. She later earned her GED and was always proud of that achievement. Glenda was united in marriage to Thomas Zane Nelson and the couple was blessed with two daughters and a son before their marriage ended in divorce. Glenda worked several places over the years but mostly enjoyed driving a big rig for J.  B. Hunt. Glenda loved music, singing, crocheting, jewelry, and doing her makeup. She was true to herself, what you saw is what you got, she didn’t see a point in being anything than deliberate and to the point. She was member of Emmanuel Chapel in South Coffeyville. 

 

Glenda’s memories will live on with her children, Thomas Nelson and Aronda Nelson (Chrystal), her siblings; Ricky Ryan, Linda Ploch, Roseanna Fields, and Marla Pugh (Richard), grandchildren; Zachariah Nelson, Ariel Cousin, Belenda Camren, and Aaron Solomon, and numerous great-grandchildren. 

 

She now rests with her parents, her sister Sandy Ryan, her daughter Marillo Clark, and great-granddaughter Gracelyn Nelson. 

 

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at Emmanuel Chapel at 1:00pm, visitation will be an hour prior to the service from noon until service time. Private burial will be at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville. The family suggests memorials be made payable to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and they may be sent in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel 2405 Woodland Ave. Coffeyville, KS 67337. To share a memory or to leave the family a message of condolence, please visit www.fordwuldbrunschapel.com

 

 

Larry Joe McAfee

Larry Joe McAfee left this world unexpectedly on October 17, 2021. He was born on November 12, 1975 in Bartlesville Oklahoma.

 

Larry Joe  attended school in Great Falls ,Montana  and in Coffeyville, Kansas where he graduated  from Field Kindley High School in 1994 earning a scholarship to attend Coffeyville Community College. 

 

Larry Joe had many passions in his life and was very talented,  growing up he enjoyed playing football, basketball, racquetball, golf and swam competitively his senior year of high school.

 

He had an intense view of life and his paintings and drawings reflected this. His connection with the great outdoors, mountains and ocean gave him such peace.

 

Larry Joe had the biggest heart and truly had a passion to help those in need.

 

Left behind to celebrate his life and memory is his pride and joy, son Liam, parents Larry and Diane, sister Alesia (Paul),nieces KayDee (Chris), Emily (Riley), Sophia and nephew Riley(Ashely), great nephews Given and Jude, his loving Grams (Lawanda) and so many more who loved him. 

 

He is preceded in death by his grandfathers Buddy and Larry Senior.  His beloved pets Duke, Cappy and Lars.

 

Larry Joe touched the lives of many and was loved dearly by all.  He will remain in our hearts forever and we will cherish the memories we have. 

 

A celebration of his life will be held at 2410 South Broadway in Pittsburg, Kansas on February 15, 2022 at 6:00pm

 

Norma J. Blecha

 

Beloved mother, and friend Norma J. Blecha entered her eternal resting place at heavens' gates on February 2, 2022, at Windsor Place in Coffeyville, Kansas with her daughter by her side.

 

On a hot summer day of 1943 Norma Jean entered this world on the 28th of July. She was welcomed and loved by her parents, Leslie Lee and Lucile Carline (Stephens) Cox in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

 

Norma grew up in Bartlesville where she attended school and completed her education through the 8th grade.

 

In 1958 at the age of 15 she married James Edward Ward they shared 13 years of marriage together before divorcing in 1971. Of that union three children were born, daughter Annette and sons Fred and David.

 

Years later Norma met Darrel D. Blecha and they were united in marriage on October 29, 1982.  The couple made their home in Tyro, Kansas and later moved to Caney, Kansas.  Together they had a blended family of six children. Darrel preceded her in death.

 

Norma was a member of the Caney Assembly of God and remained active until her health began to fail and she moved to Windsor Place in Coffeyville where she resided at the time of her passing. She was loved and adored by all that knew her.

Norma's children, Annette J. Clark (Kent) and Fred Ward (Patty) treasure their life with their mother and stepchildren, Darrel Blecha Jr., Donnie Blecha Tommy Blecha and Connie Blecha are thankful for the love she showed them, her grandchildren Angela Brown, Charles Clark Jr. Amanda Yeubanks, Raylene Ward, Christina Tinsley and step grandchildren will miss her greatly, she was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren, she has one surviving brother, Delbert "Buddy" Orlin Cox and a host of nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband Norma was preceded in death by her son David, siblings Leslie Charlie Cox, Shirley Ann Ramey, Bertie Lou Cox, Pearl Evelyn Scott, Carol Louise Dilley and Mary Ruth Townsend.

 

Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel, 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville, Kansas with Pastor Albertis Bray officiating.  Norma will be laid to rest next to her son, David at White Rose Cemetery in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.  The family will receive friends from 6 to 8pm at Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.  To share a memory or leave an online condolence visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com

Katherine "Kathy" Marie Brott

Katherine “Kathy” Marie Brott, 76, of Coffeyville passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

She was born on May 15, 1945, at Cheyenne, Wyoming to Clarence Alfred and Gladys Marie (Fisher) Nace. When she was young her family moved to Wellington, Colorado where Kathy grew up and attended school graduating from Wellington High School.

On July 14, 1963, she married Gene Meisner. Following their marriage, they made their home on their farm in the Wellington, Colorado area where they welcomed their two children Jerry and Karen, the couple later divorced.

On January 12, 1986, she married Larry Brott, gaining two stepson Mark and Larry Dean. Following their marriage, they made their home in Lakewood, Colorado until April of 1990 when they moved to Coffeyville after purchasing the Bowling Center and opening The Zone. They operated the Bowling Center until selling it in 2001 but continued to operate The Zone until 2021. For many years they operated a bowling lane refinishing company.

Kathy was a member of the Dearing Christian Church. She enjoyed bowling traveling to many out of town tournaments, cooking, cleaning, loved music and singing she took voice lessons when she young. She also enjoyed being outside, going on walks with Larry and their dogs. And loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her daughter, Karen Lindesmith and husband, Rick of Coffeyville, her son, Jerry Meisner and wife, Monica of Fort Collins, Colorado, her step-son, Mark Brott and wife, Rebecca of Star, Idaho; three brothers, Roy Nace and wife, Wanda of Coffeyville, Alfred Nace of Liberty, Missouri, and Chas Nace and wife Lynette of Portland, Oregon; thirteen grandchildren, Mary, Joseph, David, Desire, Jacob, Rebecca, Lucas, Anthony, Wyatt, Dallas, Jeremy, Brittany, and Elizabeth; and twelve great-grandchildren, Chase, Matthew, Hailee, Sawyer, Lenora, Ethan, Owen, Gabe, Trinity, James, and Bentley.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Larry Brott in 2020, one stepson Larry Dean Brott, one grandson Nick, and one brother Robert Nace.

A Memorial Service celebrating Kathy’s life will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 7, 2022 at the Dearing Christian Church with Pastor Jaime Regis officiating.

Friends may call on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

The family suggests memorials to the Dearing Christian Church; contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

David W. Barnes Funeral Home of Coffeyville.is in charge of arrangements.

Dora Deanne Alloway

Dora Deanne Alloway, age 97, of Bartlesville, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

 

Deannie or Dee as she was more commonly known was born on July 28, 1924, in Elgin, Kansas to Fred R. and Lila F. (Conklin) Dunn.  She grew up in Elgin where she attended school and graduated from Elgin High School.  During World War II, she did secretarial work for Beech Aircraft.

 

On January 2, 1946, she was united in marriage to Ralph H. Alloway in Pratt, Kansas.  The couple made their home in Oklahoma, Arizona, Oregon, California and Texas spanning the 40 years of Mr. Alloway's career as a store manager.  In 1986, she and Ralph moved back to Coffeyville, Kansas to settle into retirement.

 

Deannie attended and served in churches everywhere they moved, including the First Southern Baptist Church in Coffeyville.  For the past 11 years, she was active in the First Baptist Church of Bartlesville.  Through the years Deannie spent much of her time tending to the house and their two daughters.  She loved being involved and showing support for all the activities the girls were active in.  Deannie enjoyed traveling, reading, sewing and cooking.  Above all she loved the time she spent surrounded by her family and friends.

 

Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Rhonda Barr of Happy Jack, Arizona, Janis Mathers and husband, Greg of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, grandchildren, Ronald Barr and wife, Jennifer of Scottsdale, Arizona, Hope Mathers of Owasso, Oklahoma, great grandchildren, Kyus Sherman and Alexis Barr of Phoenix, Arizona.

 

Deannie was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Lila Dunn, loving husband, Ralph Alloway, siblings, Amsi Dunn, Marie Betts and Freddie Dunn.

 

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friends may come by the funeral home to view and sign the guest register throughout the day.

 

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Coffeyville, Kansas.  Pastor James Biesiadecki of the First Baptist Church in Bartlesville will officiate.

 

The family suggests memorial contributions can be made to the First Baptist Church of Bartlesville: Building Fund; these may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home 306 N. Cline Rd. Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.  To leave a message for the family online, visit www.dwbfh.com

 

Cindy Kay Ehrlich

On January 22, 2022, Cindy Kay Ehrlich’s exceptional spirit was released from its bodily confines after a short battle with Covid Pneumonia, she was 66 years old.

 

 

 

Cindy grew up with her mother and grandparents outside Co?eyville, Ks. She was an amazing mother and grandmother. She held a degree in civil engineering, crafted artisan jewelry, and was a wildly talented artist. Cindy loved family and enjoyed every moment spent laughing with family and friends. Adventurous until the end, Cindy spent her last years in Tennessee and finally North Wilkesboro, NC where she and her her man Mike taught stained glass lead work.

 

 

Cindy Kay Ehrlich was preceded in death by grandparents Clyde (Rusty) and Elsie Halterman, and mother, Patricia Kimble. She is survived by: Son and Daughter-In-Law Rustin and Sheryl Smith, Daughter and Son-In-Law Taren and Mark Mathews, Daughter Marty Ehrlich, Brother Derren Doop, Fiancé Michael Rievley, and Grandchildren Adrianna Trevino, Payton Horenick, Vicente Trevino, Jules Mathews, Ethan Smith and Hudson Mathews.

 

 

 

A Celebration of life will be held at Ford-Wulf-Burns Chapel, 2405 Woodland in Co?eyville, Kansas at 2:00 pm Saturday, February 5, 2022. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville.  To share a memory or leave an online condolence visit www.fordwulfbrunschaple.com

 

Judy R. Ervin

Judy R. Ervin age 66 passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at CRMC in Coffeyville, Kansas with her family by her side.

 

 

 

Judy was born in Denver, Colorado on October 29, 1955, to Bobby and Faye (Bennett) Morrison.  Judy grew up in a home filled with love and five other siblings to play with.  Judy grew up in Aurora, CO., where she attended grade school and graduated from William C. Hinkley High School.  It was in high school where she and Dale met during her freshman year.  They got married midway through her junior year of H.S. on March 25, 1972, and she finished her senior year in 6 months.

 

 

 

Where Dale was, Judy was always by his side.  They worked together as entrepreneurs opening their service/gas stations in 1974 and expanding to multiple locations over time.  Judy kept the books and Dale made sure all the stations were running properly.  In 1997 they sold the stations and began a whole new adventure of opening Primitive Fear, a Haunted House production. Judy continued to be the bookkeeper and cashiering while Dale made sure all the business events were in operation.  Primitive Fear expanded from Colorado to New Mexico until 2011 when they tried retirement, once again.  Dale and Judy were enjoying retirement, living life and seeing the country through the windshield of their RV, when small town life came calling. You never know where life might take you, sometimes just a visit is all it takes to know something just feels right.  Judy and Dale moved to Coffeyville just 7 years ago because of a friendship with Jon Clough with Clough Oil who they became acquainted with through their days of owning their service/gas station.  They came to visit Coffeyville and Judy just fell in love with the small-town life and Coffeyville.

 

 

 

Being entrepreneurs and starting businesses has always been more than just work for the couple; it has been a family affair. Their oldest son, Dale Jr. had a patio deck business that was quickly growing and expanding out to the west coast from Colorado. In need of an experienced bookkeeper and a savvy businessperson, retirement was placed on the back burner yet again.  Dale and Judy, working in the family business once again, would take every opportunity to share how terrific their children; Dale Jr., Wendy and Steven were to them.  Judy's husband and children were her whole world.

 

 

 

Judy's love for Christ was her cornerstone.  While growing up, she memorized bible verses and was eager to learn all about her creator.  Later, she found her home at Trinity Baptist Church in Aurora, CO., where she was a member for several years prior to moving to Coffeyville in 2014.  Once Judy and Dale settled in town, they found and became members of First Baptist Church.  Church life was so important because of the love that is shared among the congregations and growing relationships that become like family.

 

 

 

The day that Judy became a grandma was the best day ever.  She loved her children but, oh her grandchildren, she adored them.  She was happiest when she could gather them all in her home and love on them.

 

 

 

Judy enjoyed the simple things in life. Preparing meals for her family brought her great joy.  Judy had a love for animals, especially horses. Most recently she had taken up bird watching, with multiple feeders in her backyard that she always made sure were filled, to watch just how many types of bird she might attract.  Family has always been very important to Judy; with great interest in knowing her family’s history, she has done extensive genealogy research to know more.

 

 

 

Judy’s husband Dale gives God thanks and praise for giving him the best wife ever, the best mother to their children, Dale Ervin Jr., Wendy and her husband Justin Young, Steven Ervin and his wife Jennifer, and the best Grandma to their 13 grandchildren: Camden Ervin, Jacob Young, Kira Ervin, Mackenzie Young, Kaylie Young, Ashlee Ervin, Brooklynn Young, Alexis Young, Stevie Ervin, Ryan Young, Ellie Young, Harper Ervin, Landon Young; a wonderful sister to her brother, Bobby Morrison.  Also at rest are her parents, siblings, Gary and Duane Morrison, JoAnn and Rebecca who preceded her in death.

 

 

 

Memorial services will be held to celebrate her life at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at First Baptist Church, 300 W. 9th, in Coffeyville under the direction of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel. Pastor Dick Smith will be officiating.  The family has requested memorial contributions be made payable to First Baptist Church and may be left in care of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel or mailed to the chapel at 2405 Woodland Ave., Coffeyville, Kansas 67337.  To leave an online message of condolence or to share a memory visit www.fordwulfbrunschapel,.com

 

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