All Obituaries

Joy Ilene Wagner, 84 of Moore, Ok passed away on January 20, 2021 at her home in Moore, OK. She was born on August 18, 1936 in Oklahoma City, Ok. Joy loved to eat at Big Ed’s hamburgers, she also loved her dogs and Elvis. Joy collected dolls and she had over 10,000 in her collection. She was a people person and she loved spending time with her family. Joy is survived by her husband, Jackson Wagner; daughters, Cynthia Hopper and husband Walter, Melody Cooksey; 11 grandchildren,...

Kathryn Elizabeth (Crowley) Ash of Moore, Oklahoma passed away on January 20, 2021. Kathryn was born in Caldwell, Kansas to Robert Eugene Crowley and Gloria Dawn (Norris) Crowley on June 2, 1967. She played many sports growing up such as softball, basketball and she was also a cheerleader. Kathryn modeled when she was younger and had a few features in calendars. She was a very outgoing, full of life, crazy, liked having a good time, and had to be the center of attention.  She was also...

Stephanie Anne Ruth, 43, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2021. The daughter of Riley Thomas and Joyce Carolyn (Pierce) Ruth, Stephanie was born on February 17, 1977 in Beatrice, Nebraska.  Stephanie was a graduate of American Academy National Homeschool.  She was also a member of Christ Gospel Church. Stephanie enjoyed fishing with her friends and getting pedicures with her sisters.  She loved spending time with her children and taking them places when she...

Melody Ann Klepfer, 63, went to meet her Lord and Savior on January 18, 2021.  The daughter of Carlton D. “CD” and Wanda (Fisher) Blocker, Melody was born on May 25, 1957 in Amarillo, Texas.  Melody graduated from Moore High School and attended Ambassador College in Texas.  Melody worked for 3-4 years at Planned Parenthood and then spent 13 years at OU Health Science Center in the accounting Department.  Melody and Ron were married for 43 years.  When...

Willie Lorene Randol, of Norman, OK, passed away on January 17, 2021, at the age of 89.  She was born July 7, 1931, in Hedrick, OK, to Roger & Margrete (Goodfellow) Helm.  Willie loved flowers and enjoyed gardening.  She also enjoyed reading and collecting gemstones.  Her first love was spending time with her children and grandchildren.  Willie is survived by her son, Michael J. Randol & wife, Marilyn; daughter, Ruthe E. Randol; 5 grandchildren, Shawn Randol,...

Gary Reece Ellis, of Oklahoma City, passed away on January 16, 2021, at the age of 82.  He was born October 22, 1938, in Hobart, Oklahoma, to Lester P. & Pearl Mae (Salmon) Ellis.  Private family services will be held.  Arrangements provided by the John M. Ireland Funeral Home & Chapel, Moore, Oklahoma.

Larry Wayne Clark, 64, of Midwest City passed away, Friday, January 15, 2021, after a lengthy illness. He is at rest and peace with his Lord. He was born on June 18, 1956, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Wayne and Verdine Clark. His father preceded him in death. Larry graduated from Del City High School in 1974. He played football and baseball in high school. He was a graduate of Oklahoma State University in 1978 with a degree in business administration. He retired from the United States...

Tony “Jack” Lee, 93, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 15th, 2021. He was born on March 15th, 1927, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Preceding his death, his parents, Shan Lee and Marth Truelove-Lee, three siblings, their spouses, and his beloved wife Ruth and daughter Jacque. On December 31, 1947, Jack married Ruth Nixon and cherished over 65 years together. Jack served as a World War II veteran in the Marine Corps. He devoted his life to farming and was also a cross country...

Kenneth Martin “Slim” Orr, of Norman, Oklahoma, departed this earth on January 15, 2021.  He was born on November 9, 1950, in Charleston, South Carolina, to William & Anne (Bales) Orr.  Kenneth, known to many as Slim, was a member of Franklin Rd. United Methodist Church. He enjoyed woodworking and construction.  Kenneth was so talented he even built his and Lily’s home and had recently added on a dining room.  He enjoyed working in the yard and on...

Sandra Andene Thomsen, of Oklahoma City, passed away January 14, 2021 at the age of 85.  She was born Jul 18, 1935, in Depew, Oklahoma, to Oather Earl & Carrie McClain.  Sandra was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Moore.  She is survived by 3 children, son, Rick Rankin and his children, Darren Rankin & wife, Cassie, and Jimmy Rankin; daughter, Jeanie Raper, and her son, Chase Raper & wife, Amanda, and son, Brian Rankin; her husband, Fred Thomsen; and...