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     Thomas F. "Tom" Rodden was born on November 15, 1891 at Huntington, Sebastian Co., Arkansas.⁴ He married Kate Gray, daughter of Abraham Clark Gray and Lydia J."Liddie" Newell, on July 27, 1916 at Jasper Co., Missouri.¹ Thomas F. "Tom" Rodden died on July 20, 1930 at Sebastian Co., Arkansas, at age 38.³

     Lillian Catherine "Lillie" McCoy was buried at Coleman City Cemetery, E. 9th Street, Coleman, Coleman Co., Texas.² Her Social Security Number was 453-14-4022.⁶ She was born on May 15, 1909 at Oklahoma.^2,6 As of September 1, 1935,her married name was Duff.⁴ She married John Ward Duff on September 1, 1935 at Seminole, Seminole Co., Oklahoma.^2,3,4 Lillian Catherine "Lillie" McCoy died on May 5, 1995 at Abilene, Taylor Co., Texas, at age 85.^2,6

     His Social Security Number was 520-09-8856.³ William Leo Rodden was born on June 11, 1920 at Midland, Sebastian Co., Arkansas.^2,3 He died in May, 1976 at age 55.³

     John R. Michael was born in October, 1878 at Texas.³ He married Amanda Ellen "Mandy" "Manda" Gray, daughter of Abraham Clark Gray and Lydia J."Liddie" Newell, on June 8, 1901 at Atoka Co., Indian Territory (Oklahoma).²

     Her Social Security Number was 441-48-90.⁴ Grace Valentine "Gracie" Michael was buried at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery, 500 SW 104th Street, Oklahoma City, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.^3,7 She was born on February 14, 1903 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma Territory.⁴ As of February 26, 1921,her married name was Ferguson.⁵ She married Lester Leo Ferguson on February 26, 1921 at Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^3,5 Grace Valentine "Gracie" Michael died on July 30, 1997 at Oklahoma at age 94.^3,4 She FERGUSON, Grace Valentine, 94, died Wednesday, July 30, 1997, following a long illness. She is survived by sons, Leo and wife Vada Ferguson, Texas City, Tx, Herbert and wife Frances Ferguson of OKC; daughter, Carolyn and husband Lonnie Donaldson of OKC; 2 daughters-in-law, Maria Ferguson of Purcell and Helen Ferguson-Clark of OKC. She was preceded in death in 1995 by her husband of 73 years, Lester L. Ferguson, and 2 sons, Billy N. Ferguson 1991 and Louis Ferguson 1992. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Grace was a homemaker and devoted Christian. Her life revolved around her family, grandchildren and friends. She loved to cook and have a table full of mouths to feed. Her home was a haven of love for all who entered. She greeted everyone with a smile. Grace attended New Life Assembly of God Church. She loved the Lord with all her heart and was ready to meet Him. She is greatly loved and will be sorely missed by all. Her family is especially thankful for the care Hospice of Okla. County, Carolyn Waggoner and Toni Salazar gave her in the last stages of her life. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, at Bill Eisenhour Southeast Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memory Gardens. on July 31, 1997.³

     Roberta Mae Michael was buried at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery, 500 SW 104th Street, Oklahoma City, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.^5,6 Her Social Security Number was 447-48-8916.³ Her married name was Beleele.⁷ She married Raymond Arnold Beleele.⁷ Roberta Mae Michael was born on October 30, 1905 at Phillips, Coal Co., Oklahoma Territory.^5,3 As of December 24, 1921,her married name was Oldham.² She married Lawrence Webster Oldham on December 24, 1921 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma.² Roberta Mae Michael died on October 26, 1992 at Oklahoma at age 86.³ She BELEELE, Roberta, age 86, our loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Born October 30, 1905 in Leigh, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by a son, Robert E. Oldham, and a daughter, Linda Tillman Stites. Her survivors include 4 daughters, Ann Landers and Dorothy Hart, of OKC, Patsy Muse of Durant, Ok. and Nancy Tatum of Dallas, Tx; sister, Grace Ferguson of OKC; and 4 brothers, Bill Michael, Floyd Davis, Clarence Davis, all of OKC; and Lawrence Davis of Tecumseh, Ok; 19 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, 1992 at The New Life Assembly of God, with interment at Resthaven Memory Gardens, under the direction of Hunter Funeral Home. on October 27, 1992.⁵

     William Henry "Willie" Michael was buried at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery, 500 SW 104th Street, Oklahoma City, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.⁵ His Social Security Number was 440-05-4872.⁸ He was born on May 3, 1908 at Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^4,8,6 He married Helen Lee Anderson in 1935.⁴ William Henry "Willie" Michael died on May 26, 2001 at Oklahoma at age 93.⁸ He MICHAEL, William Henry, born in Coalgate, Oklahoma in 1908. Bill Michael lived in Oklahoma City all of his adult life. He married Helen Anderson in 1935, and together they raised three children, Betty Michael Allen, Jeri Michael and Richard Michael. "Uncle Bill" worked as an aircraft mechanic at Tinker Field, repairing military aircraft from WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, until his retirement in the early 1970's. Grandpa's garage was his domain, and served as a museum for old car parts, a classroom for his grandsons, and a place to stay out of Grandma's hair. Bill was a faithful member of New Life Assembly of God Church. Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife Helen; sisters, Roberta and Grace; and great-grandson, Mitch Niccum, and is survived by his three children, seven grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. He is survived by three brothers, Floyd, Clarence and Lawrence Davis. The family wishes to thank the nursing and activity staff of the Grace Living Center of Del City for making the last two months of dad's life comfortable and fun. Services will be Tuesday May 29, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the New Life Assembly of God. on May 28, 2001.⁴

     Lon "Lonnie" Mooney was buried at Bristow Cemetery, Bristow, Creek Co., Oklahoma.² His Social Security Number was 446-07-8835.⁵ He was born on October 18, 1883 at Waco, McLennan Co., Texas; The SSDI has a birth year of 1882.^2,5,4 He married Sadie Gray, daughter of Abraham Clark Gray and Lydia J."Liddie" Newell, on August 7, 1903 at Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma Territory.^2,3 Lon "Lonnie" Mooney died on January 22, 1971 at Bristow, Creek Co., Oklahoma, at age 87.²

     Loretta Mooney Loretta Hollon, 88, 1701 S. Main, died Monday at Bartlett Memorial Center. She was born Jan. 14, 1905, in Leigh, Okla., to Lon and Sadie Flynn Mooney. She was a retired homemaker. She married K. E. "Shorty" Hollon in Reno, Nev., in 1950. She moved to Sapulpa area from Texas and owned and operated Loretta's Package Store on west Dewey. She was affiliated with the Assembly of God church. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1965. Survivors include four children; one brother; three sisters; fifteen grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services are scheduled for 2 pm Wednesday at Owen Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Millard McGuire officiating. Burial will follow at Green Hills Memorial Gardens.³ Her Social Security Number was 444-24-4109.² She was buried at Green Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 20 East Teel Road, Sapulpa, Creek Co., Oklahoma.⁵ She was born on January 14, 1905 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma Territory.^3,2 As of circa 1921,her married name was Asher.⁶ She married Joe Matt Asher circa 1921.^7,6 As of 1950,her married name was Hollon.³ Loretta Mooney married Kenneth Earl Hollon in 1950 at Reno, Washoe Co., Nevada.³ Loretta Mooney died on April 19, 1993 at Sapulpa, Creek Co., Oklahoma, at age 88.^3,2

     Her Social Security Number was 570-40-5197.³ Bessie Jewell Mooney was buried at Gridley-Biggs Cemetery, Gridley, Butte Co., California.⁴ She was born on July 22, 1908 at Oklahoma.^1,3 As of March 3, 1927,her married name was Lowe. She married Clyde Edward Lowe on March 3, 1927 at Le Flore Co., Oklahoma. As of September 22, 1966,her married name was Wise.³ Bessie Jewell Mooney married Herman Merl Wise on September 22, 1966 at Reno, Washoe Co., Nevada.³ Bessie Jewell Mooney died on July 23, 1999 at Butte Co., California, at age 91.³

     John William Davis was buried at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery, 500 SW 104th Street, Oklahoma City, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.^4,2 He was born on March 22, 1888 at Lehigh, Choctaw Nation, Indian Territory.^2,4 He married Amanda Ellen "Mandy" "Manda" Gray, daughter of Abraham Clark Gray and Lydia J."Liddie" Newell, on September 22, 1911 at Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.³ John William Davis died on September 29, 1957 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 69.^4,2 He John W. Davis, 68, who lived southeast of the city, died Sunday morning in Capitol Hill hospital. Death was caused by pneumonia. Born in Lehigh, March 22, 1888, Davis later moved to Drumright and Howe and came to Oklahoma City in 1929. He retired in 1953, after being employed at Tinker field for 11 years. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Hunter funeral home with burial in Resthaven cemetery, surviving are three sons, John Floyd, of the home; Clarence, 2708 SW Grand boulevard, and Lawrence, 1333 SE 42; a stepson, William H. Michael, 6611 Anderson drive, and two stepdaughters, Mrs. Robert Be??ele and Mrs. Lee Ferguson, both living southeast of the city. Also surviving are four brothers, Andrew A., of Ti; George of Schulter, and Budman and James Davis, both living in California. on September 30, 1957.²

     John Floyd Davis was buried at Memory Gardens, McAlester, Pittsburg Co., Oklahoma.^3,4 His Social Security Number was 444-01-7491.⁵ He married Mary Unknown.^4,3 John Floyd Davis was born on December 8, 1912 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^3,4,5 He married Billie Ruth Clyde Clymer on March 27, 1937 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.⁶ John Floyd Davis died on April 1, 2003 at Del City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 90.^3,4,5 He Davis, John Floyd, 90, Del City, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2003. He was born to John William and Amanda Flynn Davis in LeHigh, OK on Dec. 8, 1912. John was a welder. He is survived by a daughter, Janice Sullivan and husband, Bob of Midwest City; 2 brothers, C.R. of Midwest City and Lawrence of Tecumseh; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. His wife, Mary, precedes John in death. Services are graveside at 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 3, 2003 in the Memory Gardens Cemetery in McAlester, OK. on April 2, 2003.³

     Clarence Richard Davis was buried at Lawnview Cemetery, Cordell, Washita Co., Oklahoma.^4,3 He married Willow M. Russell.¹⁰ Clarence Richard Davis was born on December 24, 1919 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^3,4,5 He married Bobbe Jo McDaniel on February 28, 1981 at Midwest City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.^3,11 Clarence Richard Davis died on January 4, 2012 at Meeker, Lincoln Co., Oklahoma, at age 92.^3,4 He Clarence Richard Davis, 92, resident of Meeker, Oklahoma, was born on December 24, 1919, in Lehigh, Oklahoma, to John and Amanda Ellen (Flynn) Davis and passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2012, in Meeker, Oklahoma. Clarence was born in Lehigh, Oklahoma, and moved with his family to Oklahoma City when he was a young child. He attended Foster High School, graduating in 1940. Clarence served in the United States Army during World War II. He had worked for 38 years in civil service at Tinker Field as a structural foreman in the early 1980s. Clarence married Bobbe Jo Kimray on February 28, 1981. They enjoyed traveling and volunteering at Midwest Regional Hospital during their retirement years. Clarence was a member of St. Matthew United Methodist Church in Midwest City. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #170 and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. Clarence had served as President of the Foster School Alumni. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and building. Clarence loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, John and Amanda Davis; his wife, Bobbe Jo Davis; one son, Paul Michael Davis; two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include one daughter, Candace Duncan and husband Kenny, of Meeker, OK; one brother, Lawrence Davis, of Tecumseh, OK; two grandchildren: Micol Duncan and fiance, Jay Mitchel, of Woodward, OK; and Bryan Duncan and wife, Jennifer, of Midwest City, OK; two great-grandchildren, Cayden and Cole.Funeral Services will be held for Clarence Richard Davis at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at St. Matthew United Methodist Church, Oklahoma City, OK, with Rev. Ron Perceful officiating. Burial will follow in the Lawnview Cemetery, Cordell, OK, under the direction of Musick-Varner Funeral Home, Cordell, OK. on February 7, 2012.³

     Lawrence A. Davis Lawrence A. Davis, 93, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 20, 2016. He was born April 5, 1922 in Lehigh, Oklahoma to John William and Amanda Ellen (Flynn) Davis. Lawrence was raised in Oklahoma and resided in several different towns, attending several schools, including Valley Brook Elementary, and was a 1941 graduate of Foster High School in Oklahoma City. He raised his family in Oklahoma City and moved to Tecumseh in 1970 where he has resided since. Lawrence proudly served his country during WWII by joining the U.S. Army Air Corp. on September 10, 1942. He served with the 51st Troop Carrier Wing as a glider mechanic and at the time of his honorable discharge on September 8, 1945 he was serving as a Sergeant with the 62 Troop Carrier Group. During his service to his country he received the Victory Medal, E.A.M.E. Service Ribbon with 9 Battle Campaign Stars, including 1 Silver Service Star and 4 Bronze Service Stars, Distinguished Unit Badge and Good Conduct Metal. After his discharge from the U.S. Army Air Corp. he served in the Air Force Reserve from 1945 to 1948. He married Rosemary Herr on October 26, 1947 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Lawrence worked at Tinker Air Force Base until his retirement. After retirement he went to work for Grove Public Schools and later for Bethel Public Schools in maintenance until retiring. He and his wife, Rosemary were members of Glad Tidings Assembly of God in Oklahoma City from 1946 to 1970. After moving to Tecumseh he and Rosemary became members of Tecumseh Assembly of God where he was a faithful and activity member for 25 years where held numerous offices. They were presently attending Pentecostal Church of God in Tecumseh. Lawrence loved to go fishing and hunting and enjoyed the family fishing and camping trips. He loved following OU Football and traveling. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Grace Ferguson and Roberta Beleele; and 3 brothers, William Michael, Floyd Davis and Clarence Davis. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 68 years, Rosemary Davis of the home; 4 sons and 3 daughters-in-law, Lawrence Ray and Judy Davis of Hewitt, TX, Jonathan Davis of Tecumseh, OK, David and Rhonda Davis of Tipp City, OH and Chris and Melissa Davis of Branson, MO; daughter and son-in-law, Rosie and Kendall Sheats of Hutchinson, KS; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and other extended family and friends. Visitation will begin 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 25, 2016 and continue through service time. Family gathering to meet with friends and family will be 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 25, 2016 at Cooper Funeral Home. Service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Davis, Lawrence R. Davis and Reverend Fred Owens officiating. Burial will follow at Brown Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.³ He was buried at Brown Cemetery, Bethel Acres, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma.³ He was born on April 5, 1922 at Lehigh, Coal Co., Oklahoma.³ He married Rosemary Herr on October 26, 1947 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.³ Lawrence A. Davis died on January 20, 2016 at Shawnee, Pottawatomie Co., Oklahoma, at age 93.³

     His Social Security Number was 440-05-4878.⁶ Lester Leo Ferguson was buried at Resthaven Gardens Cemetery, 500 SW 104th Street, Oklahoma City, Cleveland Co., Oklahoma.^3,5 He was born on October 17, 1899 at Oklahoma.⁶ He married Grace Valentine "Gracie" Michael, daughter of John R. Michael and Amanda Ellen "Mandy" "Manda" Gray, on February 26, 1921 at Coalgate, Coal Co., Oklahoma.^2,4 Lester Leo Ferguson died on January 23, 1995 at Oklahoma at age 95.^6,3,5 He FERGUSON, Lester L., age 95, died Monday, January 23, 1995 following a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Grace Valentine of OKC; sons, Leo and wife, Zada Ferguson, Texas City, Tx., Herbert and wife, Frances Ferguson of OKC; daughter, Carolyn and husband, Lonnie Donaldson of OKC; 2 daughters-in-law, Helen Ferguson of OKC and Maria Ferguson of Purcell. Two sons preceded him in death, Billy N. Ferguson, 1991 and Louis Ferguson, 1992. He was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Lester started working in the oil fields in 1918; moved to Okla. City in 1929, where he worked for Ohio Oil Company, later known as Marathon Oil, retiring from there in 1962 after 32 years. Lester's life revolved around his family, grandchildren and enjoying his friends. He loved to grow beautiful flowers, especially roses and work his vegetable garden until his failing health prevented it. He and Grace attended New Life Assembly of God Church. Lester accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior several years ago. Monday he was ready to meet his Lord and entered into his peace and rest when the Lord took him home. He is greatly loved by his children, grandchildren, friends and neighbors. He will be so greatly misse d by us all. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 26, 1995 at Bill Eisenhour SE Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Resthaven Cemetery. on January 25, 1995.⁵

     Raymond Arnold Beleele married Roberta Mae Michael, daughter of John R. Michael and Amanda Ellen "Mandy" "Manda" Gray.³ Raymond Arnold Beleele was born on March 30, 1905 at Mulhall, Oklahoma.²

     His Social Security Number was 442-22-5160.⁴ Billy Neal Ferguson was buried at Sunny Lane Cemetery, 4000 SE 29th Street, Del City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma.⁵ He was born on November 17, 1925 at Drumright, Creek Co., Oklahoma.^4,9 He married Helen Unknown on May 28, 1948.^5,6 Billy Neal Ferguson died on May 17, 1991 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Co., Oklahoma, at age 65.^4,6,9 He FERGUSON, Billy N., age 65, died Friday. Survived by wife of 43 years, Helen of OKC, children Cindy Sterba of OKC, Cherri Bowen of Medford, OK, Cathy Reim of Moore, 5 grandchildren Jansen Sterba, Sarah Bowen, Melissa Reim, Sean Reim and Evan Reim, parents Mr. and Mrs. Lester L. Ferguson of OKC, 3 brothers Leo Ferguson, Texas City, TX, Louis Ferguson of Purcell and Herbert Ferguson of OKC, 1 sister Carolyn Donaldson of OKC, Bill attended Foster High School in OKC, served in armed forces during WWII with the Co. C 5th Tank Battalion from January '44 to APril '46. Retired from FAA September '83. He attended New Life Assembly of God Church. BIll was loved by many and will be missed by all. Services 10 a.m. Tuesday, Colonial Chapel South. on May 20, 1991.⁶

     His Social Security Number was 440-26-6590.⁴ Louis Warren Ferguson was buried at Hillside Cemetery, Purcell, McClain Co., Oklahoma.⁵ He was born on August 17, 1928 at Tracey, Oklahoma.^4,9,5,6 He married Maria Jean Seitz on June 5, 1953.¹⁰ Louis Warren Ferguson died on February 21, 1992 at Oklahoma at age 63.^9,4,5

     Leo Junior Ferguson was buried at Hayes Grace Memorial Park, 10708 Highway 6, Hitchcock, Galveston Co., Texas.⁷ He was born on August 8, 1922 at Drumright, Creek Co., Oklahoma.^7,3 He married Zada Allison Broome circa 1948.⁷ Leo Junior Ferguson died on December 28, 2014 at Texas at age 92.⁷ He Leo Ferguson passed away at the age of 92 on December 28, 2014, surrounded by his family and friends. Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 2, 2015, at Emken-Linton funeral home. Burial will follow at Hayes Grace Memorial Park. Visitation will be 10:00 A.M., Friday, January 2, 2015, at Emken-Linton Funeral Home in Texas City. Leo was born on August 8, 1922 in Drumright, Oklahoma. He graduated from Foster High School where he lettered 4 years in baseball and basketball. After graduation, Leo joined the Civilian Conservation Corps before he joined the Air Force to fight in World War II. He was assigned to the special services, due to his athletic ability. He was stationed in Enid, Oklahoma where he played 2nd base for the Enid Aires. While in service, he was sent to Bermuda. After serving 4 years, he moved to Henderson, Texas to play professional baseball for the Henderson Oilers. He met his wife Zada Broome here, whom he was married to for 66 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lester Ferguson and Grace Michaels, and his brothers, Louis and Billy Ferguson. He is survived by his brother, Herbert and wife Frances Ferguson and his sister Carolyn and husband Lonnie Donaldson. He has two sons, Tommy Ferguson and girlfriend GiGi McCoy and Jimmy and his wife Denice Ferguson. He has 5 grandsons, Louis and his wife Bonnie Ferguson, Justin and his wife Jenna Ferguson, Sean Ferguson, Evan McAdams, and Chris and his wife Kia McAdams. He has 4 great-grandchildren, Anthony Knight, Alexis Ferguson, Lane Ferguson, and Emma Ferguson. Leo enjoyed playing golf with his buddies and loved telling everyone he shot his age 435 times. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Texas City, Texas. Pallbearers will be Louis Ferguson, Justin Ferguson, Sean Ferguson, Evan McAdams, Chris McAdams and Tim Beard. Honorary pallbearer’s are Joe Vickery, Dr. John Hart, Larry Broome, Kyle Bryan, Stuart Depew and Rick Ferguson on December 30, 2014.⁷

     Zada Allison Broome was born on July 10, 1927.³ As of circa 1948,her married name was Ferguson.¹ She married Leo Junior Ferguson, son of Lester Leo Ferguson and Grace Valentine "Gracie" Michael, circa 1948.¹