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     Ray E. Hartman married Daisy Isabella Martin, daughter of Arthur Cornelis "Chock" Martin and Alice M. Swank.¹ His Social Security Number was 512-14-3404.³ Ray E. Hartman was born on February 1, 1912 at Kansas.^3,2 He died in September, 1972 at Oklahoma at age 60.³

     Arlene Frances Hartman married Kenneth F. Skrok.¹ Her married name was Skrok. Arlene Frances Hartman was born on July 11, 1944 at Washington Co., Oklahoma.¹ She died on December 15, 1994 at Washington Co., Oklahoma, at age 50.

     Kenneth F. Skrok married Arlene Frances Hartman, daughter of Ray E. Hartman and Daisy Isabella Martin.¹ His Social Security Number was 019-30-5106.² Kenneth F. Skrok was born on June 20, 1941.² He died on February 28, 2001 at Wyoming at age 59.²

     His Social Security Number was 512-10-1525.² Ezekial S. Swank was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Melrose, Cherokee Co., Kansas.¹⁰ He was born on March 7, 1898 at Washington Co., Oklahoma.^2,7,10 He married Evelyn Irene Leonard on July 10, 1920 at Bartlesville, Washington Co., Oklahoma.^3,11 Ezekial S. Swank died on May 23, 1967 at Kansas at age 69.¹⁰

     Her Social Security Number was 510-24-6652.⁶ Hazel Dorothy "Dot" Swank was buried at Calvary Cemetery, 610 South Vassar, Wichita, Sedgwick Co., Kansas.⁷ She married Slim Kenny.¹ Her married name was Kenny. Hazel Dorothy "Dot" Swank was born on February 17, 1902 at Pawhuska, Osage Co., Oklahoma.^6,1,2 As of circa 1921,her married name was Britton.⁸ She married Orville Austin Britton circa 1921.^1,8 Hazel Dorothy "Dot" Swank died in October, 1972 at Tucumcari, Quay Co., New Mexico, at age 70.^6,2

     Nina Swank was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Melrose, Cherokee Co., Kansas.⁶ Her Social Security Number was 510-32-8647.⁷ She married Carl Edgar Leonard.^3,5,6 Her married name was Leonard. Nina Swank was born on May 8, 1907 at Pawhuska, Osage Co., Oklahoma.^7,3,5,6 She died on May 10, 1988 at Miami, Ottawa Co., Oklahoma, at age 81.^7,3,5,6

     Her Social Security Number was 510-24-5481.⁴ Evelyn Irene Leonard was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Melrose, Cherokee Co., Kansas.⁵ She was born on April 25, 1902 at Bigheart, Osage Co., Oklahoma.^4,6 She married Ezekial S. Swank, son of Ulysses Grant Simpson "General" Swank and Mary Frances "Fanny" Conner, on July 10, 1920 at Bartlesville, Washington Co., Oklahoma.^1,7 As of July 10, 1920,her married name was Swank. Evelyn Irene Leonard died on December 15, 1994 at Kansas at age 92.³ She Swank, Evelyn Irene (Leonard), 92, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 1994. Service was Friday. Survivors: son, Charles of Liberal; daughters, Evelyn Frawner of Edmond, Okla., Mary Underwood of Liberal; sisters, Anna Hayward of Kansas City, Kan., Pauline Brown of Chetopa; 10 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 13 great- great-grandchildren. Haskell County Funeral Home. on December 17, 1994.³

     Leah Hester Rexrode was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.³ She was born on March 28, 1926 at Sugar Grove, Pendleton Co., West Virginia.⁴ She married Roger Sherwood Elmore, son of Bonnie Waldo Elmore and Mary Jane Raines, on August 16, 1952 at Charlottesville, Virginia.^1,2,3 As of August 16, 1952,her married name was Elmore.² Leah Hester Rexrode died on June 29, 2021 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 95.³ She Leah Rexrode Elmore of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. She was born and raised on a farm in Sugar Grove, West Virginia, when life was simple, work was hard, and community was strong. She attended a one-room school through the 8th grade, graduated from Franklin High School, and left home at age 17 to attend Rockingham Memorial School of Nursing in Harrisonburg, Va. She served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II. After graduating from nursing school, she worked in obstetrics at Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Va., and Lewis Gale Hospital in Salem, Va. Leah was a faithful woman of prayer who read and studied her Bible each day. As an adult, she read through the entire Bible over twenty times and relied on it as her source of wisdom and strength. She was patient and kind, not boastful or complaining, and able to find contentment in all circumstances. Her gentle and peaceful spirit drew people to her, for she loved everyone and made each person feel truly special. She was a gracious hostess and gladly welcomed guests into her home. There was always an open seat at her table, great food, conversation, and laughter. A hard-working and humble servant, she preferred to never be the center of attention, but generously gave her attention to others. Leah lived joyfully with her daughter, Claire, for the last ten years. She loved observing nature from her cozy seat at the kitchen table where she enjoyed frequent visitors and time with family. Leah maintained a sharp mind and an unbelievable memory until her final day. She was deeply loved by everyone who knew her. True to form, Leah passed away peacefully listening to her favorite hymns. Although she experienced many losses, she was confident that the reunion is assured. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ella R. Rexrode and John W. Rexrode; husband of 63 years, Roger S. Elmore; daughter, Lisa E. Cox; brothers, Richard W. Rexrode, W. Herbert Rexrode, J. Warren Rexrode, and Dr. Luther E. Rexrode; sister, Mary Chloe Rexrode; and son-in-law, Edward A. Natt. She is survived by her daughter, Claire E. Natt; sons-in-law, Kent W. Lewis and Richard K. Cox; grandchildren, Robert D. Natt (Angela), J. Allen Natt, and Lindsey E. Pearson (Adam); great-grandsons, Samuel A. Natt, Eli J. Pearson, and Brooks K. Pearson; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Known as "Nana" and "Mama Leah" by many, she will always be remembered for her thoughtfulness and love to all people. A Graveside Service will be conducted at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on July 2, 2021.³

     Frances Roberta Swank was born on March 19, 1921 at Oklahoma.³

     Her Social Security Number was 512-14-3271.⁵ Evelyn Musette Swank was buried at Gracelawn Cemetery, Edmond, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.² She was born on April 19, 1923 at Bartlesville, Osage Co., Oklahoma.^5,2,6 As of January 11, 1941,her married name was Frawner.^7,2 She married Earl Jay Frawner on January 11, 1941.^7,2,8 Evelyn Musette Swank died on December 21, 2003 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 80.^5,2 She Evelyn Musette (Swank) Frawner was born on April 19, 1923 to Ezekial and Evelyn Irene Swank, in Bartlesville, OK, and passed away on December 21, 2003, in Oklahoma City. She married Earl Frawner on January 11th, 1941. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her only daughter Charlotte Ann, one granddaughter, Elaine, two nephews, Chuck and C.L. and one sister, Roberta. She is survived by her brother Charlie and her sister Mary Lou both of Liberal, KS, two sons Earl Dean Frawner and wife Ann of Anchorage, AK, and Earl Jacob Frawner and wife Carol of Oklahoma City, OK, numerous grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Evelyn loved all of her family very much and enjoyed spending time with each of them. She was very proud of her children and their accomplishments. She was loved by many and will be missed. Services will be held 10:00 AM Friday December 26, 2003 at Baggerley Memorial Chapel Funeral Home burial will be at Gracelawn Cemetery. Baggerley Memorial Chapel 13313 N. Kelley, OKC (405) 755-1111 on December 26, 2003.²

     Charles Jacob "Charlie" "Bo" Swank was buried at Liberal Cemetery, Liberal, Seward Co., Kansas.⁵ He was born on June 1, 1928 at Oklahoma.^3,7,5 He married Anna M. Hart on February 10, 1952 at Clayton, Union Co., New Mexico.^5,8 Charles Jacob "Charlie" "Bo" Swank died on March 14, 2011 at Satanta, Haskell Co., Kansas, at age 82.^7,5 He Charles J. Swank, 82, died Monday, March 14, 2011, at Satanta District Hospital. He was born June 1, 1928, to Ezekal & Irene Leonard Swank in Fall River. He married Anna M. Hart Feb. 10, 1952, in Clayton, N.M. She died Jan. 7, 2011. He graduated high school and attended college for two years. He was a veteran of the Korean conflict, serving in the U.S. Army. He started the Swank Painting, which he and his wife operated more than 50 years. He was a member of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. He enjoyed working on cars and drag racing. He is survived one son, Jimmie Swank and wife, Karen, Liberal; one daughter, Charlotte Ward and husband, Gabe, Liberal; one sister, Mary Underwood, Liberal; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, with the Rev. Dr. Stephen Saville presiding. Burial will be at the Liberal Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday at Miller Mortuary. on March 18, 2011.⁵

     Orville Austin Britton was buried at Tucumcari Memorial Park, Tucumcari, Quay Co., New Mexico.² His Social Security Number was 443-03-3802.³ He was born on September 9, 1903 at Ohio.^1,3 He married Hazel Dorothy "Dot" Swank, daughter of Ulysses Grant Simpson "General" Swank and Mary Frances "Fanny" Conner, circa 1921.^4,1 Orville Austin Britton died on February 27, 1992 at New Mexico at age 88.³

     Carl Edgar Leonard married Nina Swank, daughter of Ulysses Grant Simpson "General" Swank and Mary Frances "Fanny" Conner.^1,2,3 Carl Edgar Leonard was buried at Fairview Cemetery, Melrose, Cherokee Co., Kansas.³ He was born on December 26, 1905 at Miami, Ottawa Co., Oklahoma.³ He died in November, 1951 at age 45; Killed in an automobile accident.³

     John Conner was born circa 1865 at Terre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana.²

     Samuel C. Conner was born circa October, 1869 at Terre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana.¹

     Glen Cora Conner was buried at Minidoka Acequia Rupert Cemetery, Rupert, Minidoka Co., Idaho.² She was born on January 15, 1872 at Terre Haute, Vigo Co., Indiana.^1,2 As of circa 1890,her married name was Rubble.⁴ She married Unknown Rubble circa 1890.⁴ Glen Cora Conner married James Gideon Lemke on February 8, 1895 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^1,5 As of February 8, 1895,her married name was Lemke. Glen Cora Conner died on April 1, 1956 at Rupert, Minidoka Co., Idaho, at age 84.¹

     Viola Elizabeth Hancock was buried at Appomattox Cemetery, 703 North 21st Avenue, Hopewell, Virginia.^5,4 She was born on September 22, 1890 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.^5,4 As of circa 1907,her married name was Kirby.⁶ She married Luther Herbert Kirby circa 1907.^2,6,7,4 Viola Elizabeth Hancock died on November 15, 1936 at Hopewell, Virginia, at age 46.^5,4

     Harry Hamilton Conner was buried at Dewey Cemetery, Dewey, Washington Co., Oklahoma.^1,3 He was born on February 17, 1875 at Lost Creek Township, Vigo Co., Indiana; His gravestone has a birth date of Feb 17, 1881, obviously an error since he was enumerated with his family in the 1880 Census.^1,3 He married Eva Sue Laughlin on July 15, 1914 at Wynona, Osage Co., Oklahoma.¹ Harry Hamilton Conner died on November 18, 1937 at Dewey, Washington Co., Oklahoma, at age 62.³

     James Gideon Lemke was buried at Minidoka Acequia Rupert Cemetery, Rupert, Minidoka Co., Idaho.² He was born on February 16, 1865 at Edwards Co., Illinois; The Idaho Death Index has a birth date of Feb 16, 1862.^1,3 He married Glen Cora Conner, daughter of Andrew Conner and Susan Barbara Venard, on February 8, 1895 at Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^1,4 James Gideon Lemke died on January 4, 1941 at Jackson, Cassia Co., Idaho, at age 75.³

     His Social Security Number was 531-16-6090.⁶ Homer Roland Conner Homer was enumerated as Homer Rubble, a stepson of James Lemke in the 1900 Census. He apparently later changed his name to Homer Conner.¹ He was born on April 28, 1891 at Old Berlin, Sangamon Co., Illinois.^6,7 He married Zella Lucy Gibson on August 16, 1915 at Bannock Co., Idaho.^2,8 Homer Roland Conner and Zella Lucy Gibson were divorced before April 25, 1940.⁹ Homer Roland Conner died on November 13, 1964 at Multnomah Co., Oregon, at age 73.^2,4

     Sara Ann Lemke was buried at Pawhuska Cemetery, Tinker St., Pawhuska, Osage Co., Oklahoma.² She was born on January 2, 1896 at Osage Co., Oklahoma.^1,2 She died on October 16, 1899 at Osage Co., Oklahoma, at age 3.^1,2