A fundraiser benefitting Jack County kids is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 5.

The 2020 CASA Scramble benefitting Court Appointed Special Advocates of Wise and Jack Counties is set for Runaway Bay Golf Club and Resort in Runaway Bay. The event is a qualifying event for the RB Golf Course Charity Challenge and a chance to win $10,000.

Day of registration, for four-person teams, and breakfast starts at 8 a.m. with the Scramble itself commencing at 9 a.m.

Registration is $600 for the four person teams which can be done in advance as well. Teams that register online by Aug. 15 will have each member get a mulligan, a $10 value.

Sponsors, a major part of any event, are needed with title sponsors starting at $1,000, which includes two four-person teams the opportunity to play. Hole sponsors are also available on the course with 18 available.

For further information, contact CASA at (940) 627-7535 or email supervisors@casawise.org.

Memorial services for Mary Jewell Velo will be held Thursday, Aug. 6 at 10 am, at Whinery-Huddleston Funeral Home in Lawton, Okla. Burial will follow at the Ft. Sill Post Cemetery.

Mary was born Oct. 21, 1930 in Jacksboro to Jess and Mary Montgomery Herd. She graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1948. She was active in the elementary school band, high school FHA, and Pep Squad. She was also a Girl Scout.

Mary attended Draughon School of Business in Ft. Worth. She was chosen by Dun &Camp; Bradstreet to work at their company because she was the fastest and most correct typist at Draughon School.

During this time, she rented a room from Mary Corbello Singlar in Ft. Worth. Mary Singlar had a nephew in the United States Army, Morris Joe Velo. She admired Mary Jewell so much that she told her nephew he better come home from Japan and meet this girl. And so he did, and a lifelong love affair began. They wrote hundreds of lengthy “sugar report” letters back and forth.

They were married July 25, 1950, in Jacksboro while Joe was home on leave for his father’s funeral. After driving Joe back to California for Japan, she came back to Jacksboro to help her parents at the family Herd Hamburger stand, until she could join him at his next station in Germany.

Following their stay in Germany, they made their home in Lawton while Joe was stationed at Ft. Sill. He later would be stationed in Korea, while Mary stayed home raising two children. She kept busy with her gardening, bowling, and friends. She took coffee to home construction builders on her street. The builders knew if they needed water or a snack they could come to Mary. She knew everyone on the block and helped anyone, even pulling ticks or fleas off neighborhood dogs. She always had a dog or two, and several cats. No cat was a stranger, unless they fought with her own cat.

Mary was a devoted wife and helped Joe with all his interests. She helped him restore numerous antique cars, and later Volkswagons. It wasn’t unusual to see her beautiful legs under a car on the driveway with a tool in hand. They were both members of the Lawton Antique Auto Club, and enjoyed taking the old cars out for a drive around town.

Mary and Joe were members of the Northwest Church of Christ in Lawton and attended faithfully since 1953. Mary volunteered numerous times at the church camp, Camp Lu-Jo Kismif, as a cook. She found it difficult to attend church as she got older and tending to the postal contracts. She enjoyed being part of the non-denominational Women for Christ group.

Raising Iris gardens was a passion, continuing a love of Iris from her parents. She enjoyed gardening alongside Joe. Upon his retirement from the army in 1964, Mary soon helped Joe with his USPS contracts, hauling mail based out of the Lawton Main Post Office. She continued his postal contracts after his death in 1991.

She later received a plaque of appreciation from the Lawton office for her outstanding performance and commitment to the postal service. She continued driving after breaking her upper leg in 2005, and later knee replacements. She could drive the truck as long as someone was with her to load and unload.

Mary enjoyed her grandchildren. She loved how they ran to hug her and enjoyed being with her. She loved seeing her great grandchildren and was proud to know how well her grandkids raised their own children.

Mobile Meals of Lawton became a passion Mary insisted on delivering every Monday. She also started the long tradition of using her mail trucks to transport the yearly USPS food drive donations to the Lawton Food Bank.

Mary Jewell was a jewel to all who knew her. She never yelled or argued. She was kind to everyone. She always had a smile to share. She taught life lessons by stories. For example, if you were driving too fast, she’d share a news report of someone driving so fast their car ended up on top of a building. She taught life lessons by sewing, science experiments or restoring cars.

Each one is taking life step by step. Sometimes its like a jig saw puzzle like in restoring cars. All the pieces may not be there, but by searching, the pieces come together.

Upon the words of her great granddaughter Kaedey, “grandma is restored now and riding around in a VW Bug with grandpa and Morris (their son)”.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sgt. Morris Joe Velo, a son, Morris Ray Velo, one brother, Jesse Joy Herd, twin siblings Johnie and Caroline who dies soon after birth, and her parents Jess and Mary Herd.

She is survived by daughter Mary Angelina Randall and husband Clifton Randall of Chattanooga, Okla., three grandsons and their wives, Jason and Callie Randall and their children Cooper and Chloe of Arlington, Justin and Marie Randall and children Kassidy, Kourtney, and Kaedey of Wynnewood and Chattanooga, Okla, and Jarrot and Ashlee Randall of Whitehouse, Texas, two brothers, Claude Herd and wife Orlene, and Gerald Herd and wife Jo, all of Jacksboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lawton Food Bank or to Mobile Meals of Lawton.

Homer D. Grooms, 84, passed away Aug. 5, 2020 in Jacksboro surrounded by his family.

A Visitation was held Saturday, Aug. 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Coker Funeral Home. A Graveside

Service was held on Sunday, Aug. 9 at Lynn Creek Cemetery.

Homer was born on Oct. 5, 1935 in Dumas to Homer C. Grooms and Katherine McDowell Grooms. After graduating college, Homer proudly served his country in the Navy and fought in the Korean War. He married the love of his life, Colleen Wolfe Grooms on June 13, 1959. Homer was also a member of Jermyn Baptist Church.

Homer is preceded in death by his parents.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife, Colleen Grooms; daughter Terri Hardcastle and husband Greg of Stephenville; son Perry Grooms and wife Ann of Bridgeport; grandchildren Tyler,

Marissa, Kristen, Faith Ann, and Mattie Jo; and 6 great grandchildren.

If so desired, memorials may be given to: Jermyn Baptist Church, P.O. Box 397, Jermyn, Tx 76459

Concerned Citizens of Jack County 400 E. Pine St., Jacksboro, TX 76458, or, Lynn Creek Cemetery Association PO Box 884 Jacksboro, TX

Edward A. (Shine) Leach passed away Monday, Aug. 4, 2020 in Jack County at the age of 90 years old. Funeral services were held Friday, Aug. 7, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Jacksboro. Burial will follow in Lynn Creek Cemetery.

Shine was born to Coleman and Vernie (Jackson) Leach Dec. 19,1929 in the small Texas community of Squaw Mountain. He was saved at the age of 12 in 1941 and was baptized in behind the First Baptist Church. He married Doneta Upshaw May 21,1949 in Antelope at the Antelope First Baptist Church. Shine was a faithful member of Antelope First Baptist Church from the time he accepted Christ as His Savior.

It was there he would be ordained as a Deacon in 1979 and serve as its treasurer for 44 years. Shine served as president of Lynn Creek Cemetery and Wesley Chapel Cemetery Associations. He also served on the Jacksboro Hospital Board and Antelope School Board. He loved his school!

He always believed you could be down 10 to zero in the bottom of the ninth inning with two outs and still have a chance to win! He was a fair competitor but loved to win! Shine wanted to be remembered for the love he had for people and that he loved to be around people.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his daughter, Linda Collie and husband Tommy; his son, Dean A. Leach and wife Evelyn. Four grandchildren; Janice Groseclose and husband Jason of Stephenville, Cara Gaddy and husband David of Narre, Fla, Carter Leach and wife Lindsey of Navarre, Fla, and Chad Collie and wife Kaley of Midland. He has nine great grandchildren; Caitlyn Gaddy, Mark Gaddy, Jalynn Groseclose, Brody Leach, Crue Collie, Jake Groseclose, Case Collie, London Collie and Malone Leach.

In lieu of flowers please give to Concerned Citizens of Jack County, 400 East Pine Street Jacksboro, Texas 76458 or Lynn Creek Cemetery Association P.O. Box 884 Jacksboro, Texas 76458.

On Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, Nancy Ann Oliver went to be with the Lord at the age of 86.

Nancy was born on August 17, 1933 in Goree, Texas, to Lattie and Ola Mae (Wood) Roberts. Her parents passed when Nancy was four years old. After her parents passed she was raised by Ola Mae’s sister, Noma, and Marvin Marley in Jack County. At the age of twelve, Nancy accepted Christ and was baptized in a stock tank near Mountain Home Baptist Church.

On October 17, 1950, Nancy married Billy Joe Oliver. They raised two children, Cindy and Gary. She worked as a teller at Jacksboro National Bank for 26 years. Nancy’s passion was her family.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Lattie and Ola Mae Roberts, two brothers, Harold and

Charles Roberts, both of California, as well as the couple who raised her, Marvin and Noma Marley.

She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Billy Oliver, her two children, Cindy Anding of Little Elm, , and Gary Oliver of Jacksboro, and five grandchildren, Jonathan Anding of Redding,Calif., Joshua Anding of Boone, North Carolina, Elizabeth Fowler of Greenville, Texas, and Emily Anding of Little Elm, Texas, and Lexi Oliver of Jacksboro, Texas.

Nancy’s funeral service was held on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, at the First Baptist Church in

Jacksboro. Donations in her name may be made to Concerned Citizens of Jacksboro.

Bridgeport~ Edward Swan, 82, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020 in Decatur.

Funeral will be held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at Hawkins Funeral Home Chapel in Bridgeport with burial in Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Jacksboro. Preacher Melvin Blalock and Leo Short will officiate.

Pallbearers include grandsons, Cody Gilley, Roper Gilley, Brady Short, Michael Swan, Ethan Swan, and bonus grandson, William Kaker.

Edward was born on August 24, 1937 to Ed and Vonnie (Tilghman) Swan in Jack County. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Carolyn McAnear on November 8, 1959 in Jacksboro. Edward graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1955. He was a veteran of the United

States Navy and proudly served his country from 1956-1959.

He was a faithful member of Bankhead Church of Christ in Weatherford. He was a very well-known auto mechanic of old classic cars up to 1982 models. He worked for Halliburton Oil in Jacksboro and Louisiana, Southwest Chevrolet in Ft. Worth, and in 1963 he went to work for General Motors in Arlington until he retired in 1993. He loved to talk to anyone and everyone, and tell stories of bygone days. Edward was a beloved husband, dad, and “Pappy”. He dearly loved family gatherings and being surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In his eyes, when you married into our family, you were his children too. Pappy knew how to make everyone feel special and loved.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Ed & Vonnie Swan; his sisters, Edyth Jackson and Mary Jo Howard; his grandson, Matthew Swan; and his in-laws, Loyd and Maricelle McAnear.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 60 years, Carolyn Swan of Bridgeport; his daughters, Toni Short and husband Leo of Mansfield; and Teri Gilley and husband Noel of Paradise; his son, Jason Swan of Paradise; 5 grandsons, Cody Gilley and wife Brandi of Belton, Roper Gilley and wife Elizabeth of Bridgeport, Brady Short and wife Rachel of Burleson, Michael Swan and Ethan Swan of Paradise; 5 great-grandchildren, Ezra, Autumn and Luke Short, and Carter and Paige Gilley; his sisters, Darcus Myers of Denton, Tommie Dean McDonald of Jacksboro, and his baby sister, Patsy Harding of Ft.  orth; and his oldest nephew, who was like a little brother, Billy Ed Richardson of Jacksboro, numerous family members, church family and a host of good friends.

Dawson Pate Doyle, 83 of Nocona, passed peacefully from this life Aug. 27, 2020 after a struggle with Leukemia (AML). Dawson was born Dec. 2, 1936 in Belcherville, Texas to William Ray (W.R.) and Daisy Dell (Price) Doyle. Dawson grew up in the Nocona area until adulthood, excluding short trips west to Odell, Tx. to pick cotton.

As a young man, Dawson enjoyed playing football and baseball, but excelled at Golden Gloves boxing where he would hitchhike to Wichita Falls to box. He honed his industrialism, ingenuity and charisma at a young age in part by making his own way and being a product of a depression era family. He was also an avid outdoorsman and grew up on the Red River where he learned to coon hunt, ride a horse and fish.

Dawson made his career in the oil field. He began as a roustabout, then quickly found himself running multiple crews. He retired in Jacksboro from Geer Tank Trucks in 2003 after over 25 years of service, where he was shop foreman / fleet manager. In his later years, Dawson enjoyed his life on Lake Nocona, where he and his wife Karen could garden, fish and simply relax by watching the water.

Dawson was respected and admired by his peers as a paragon for his work ethic, honesty, honor, intelligence, can-do attitude and robust self-reliance. His skills were wide and deep covering topics from agriculture, automotive repair, carpentry, coon hunting, electrical, plumbing, fishing, welding and much more. He was an inspiration and mentor to those who worked with and around him.

Dawson was also known for his ability to captivate an audience through storytelling, inserting a perfectly timed quip, and standing by ready to aid people on a moment’s notice. He was much admired and loved by his family. Now he is with our Lord and we shall never know his greatness again.

Dawson was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Karen Brown, his brothers W. R. Doyle, Jr. and Cecil Doyle, and by his son Randall Ray Doyle.

Dawson is survived by his daughter, Melissa Doyle of Ringgold, son, Condell Doyle of Lake Jackson, step-son, Steve Brown of Wichita Falls, step-daughter, Donna Brown of Nocona, sister, Betty Stephens of Nocona, grandchildren, Chris Kennedy, Jeffrey Doyle, Jeremiah Doyle, Brooke Brown, and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Dawson’s funeral was held Monday, Aug. 31 at Nocona First Baptist. Visitation was Sunday, Aug. 30 at Scott-Morris Funeral Home and again Monday at the church.

Audie Marie (Riley) White, 75, passed away on Monday, Aug. 24 in Plano.

A visitation was held on Friday, Aug. 28 at Coker Funeral Home. A funeral service followed at Coker Funeral Home with burial following at Oakwood Cemetery.

Audie was born March 13, 1945 in Jacksboro to Luther Lem and Lema Audie (Spann)

Riley. She married Norman Lee White on Sept. 27, 1961 and were married until his passing on April 15, 2003. Audie was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Bedford/Euless. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Audie Marie is preceded in death by her husband; parents; siblings, Billy, Weldon, Luther Riley and Alice King Reeves.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Johnny W. White of Fort Worth,

Teresa Pollock and husband Larry of Arlington, and Cathie Speer and husband Darryl of Tyler; 8 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild

Louie Carroll Redding, 85, passed away Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 in Wichita Falls.

Redding was born April 9, 1935 in Hubbard, Texas to Louie Pruitt and Letha Mae (Lambert) Redding. He married Betty Hummel in Weatherford on Nov. 24, 1967 and would build a life together and make many friends for the next 50 years. Betty preceded him in death on Dec. 20, 2017.

Throughout his life, Louis was a truck driver, a member of the Bible Baptist Church in Jacksboro and a member of the Masonic Lodge in Hurst. He will truly be missed by many.

Redding is preceded in death by his wife and parents.

He is survived today by his children, Calvin Noel Redding and his wife Krissy; Jack Dewain Redding and his wife Rhonda, Brad Redding, Celeste Rodriguez and Cynthia Caswell; and grandsons, Ryder Chayse Redding, Colton Redding and Aaron Redding.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, P.O. Box 4804, Wichita Falls, Texas, 76308

Steward “SF” Damron went to be with His Lord & Savior on August 30 in Granbury.

A Celebration of his life was held on Thursday, Sept. 3 at Coker Funeral Home Chapel.

SF was born on Dec. 29, 1930 to Gillie Steward Damron and Ollie (Kinnard) Damron in Jack County. SF was the oldest of 5 loving siblings. He graduated from Bryson High School in 1949. In 1952, he joined the United States Navy and proudly served his country for over 23 years until his retirement in 1975.

SF married the love of his life Peggy Dean Lackey in Fort Worth on June 29, 1956. They were stationed in many places such as Great Lakes, IL, Honolulu, HI, Albuquerque, NM, and Prairie View, TX. In 1975, he began his second career with the postal service in Loving where he then retired again in 1992. SF was never one for down time. SF enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, hunting, gardening, and most of all time with his family and friends. SF was very active in his church, Loving Baptist Church. He loved serving from teaching Sunday School & VBS to printing the weekly bulletin and leading music during worship service.

SF is preceded in death by his parents and his baby sister, Elva Sue Pippin.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 64 years Peggy Dean Damron of Granbury; daughter, Monica Richardson & husband Rick of Granbury; Granddaughter Stephanie Sampler & husband Craig of Granbury, Grandsons Clayton Richardson and wife Jessica of Burleson, Matthew Buckler & wife Sara of Buda, Patrick Richardson & wife Kate of Benbrook; Great Grandchildren Nicholas Buckler, Channing Cheatham, Spencer Sampler and Knox Buckler; Sister Lucille Tipton & husband Neely of Cundiff, Brothers Joe Damron & wife Charlotte of Graham, David Damron & wife Barbara of Arlington along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Sandra Leatherwood was born Oct. 14, 1963 in Fort Worth to Lowell and Peggy Sue (Carter) Fenter. She and Ronny Leatherwood were married June 12, 1988. Sandra passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020 in Abilene at the age of 56 years old.

Sandra loved to travel with Ronny. She also loved to bake. Sandra loved her grandkids with all of her heart, and she took pride in doing things for her family.

Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Michael Ray Fenter and Larry Fenter, sister, Sharon Ramsey, and nephew William Worth.

She is survived today by her husband, Ronny; two daughters, Andrea Sue Fenter, Cassie Leatherwood and husband Josh; sister, Shiela Bower; grandchildren, Malia Boyce, Gavin Sparks, Cynthia Hapeman, Raygan Hapeman, Maggie Harper, Sarah Harper, Brittany Williams, Ryan Williams; great grandchildren, Zachary Sparks, and one on the way, Malakai. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews

Joyce Boone was born on Aug. 3, 1952 in Jacksboro to John and Francis Hayhurst.

She left this earth on Sept. 3, 2020 with her family by her side. Joyce was a generous and caring person. She was a friend to those who needed on and would give all she could to those in need. Joyce loved her family deeply. Her greatest joy was being a grandmother.

She would be very happy to know that her three sons, two of her grandchildren, and her husband were at her side when she took her last breath. Joyce is survived by her husband Keith, her sons Patrick (Charlette), Ernest, Curtis (Stacy), her six grandchildren, her sister Benny Picket, her brothers Jack Hayhurst and Mark Hayhurst, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Celebration of Life services will be Saturday, Sept. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Twin Lakes Community Center. Coker Funeral Home is in charge of services.

Neely Warren Tipton (88) came into the world on Oct. 19, 1931, to Ralph and Leota Tipton in Crafton. He passed peacefully, holding the hand of his loving wife, Lucille, on Sept. 3, in Cundiff.

Neely had a big personality and a wonderfully full life. As a child, he lived with his extended family, including parents, sisters, grandparents, and uncles, on the Tipton (Old Perryman) Ranch on Big Creek in Jack County. When Neely was young, his parents bought the old Lucas Place and other land, and they moved the Tipton Ranch to where it is today in Cundiff. Neely began working on the ranch as a man (he said) when he was ten years old. Neely rode his horse to school in Cundiff as a boy. He graduated from Jacksboro High in 1948, after Cundiff schools consolidated.

After high school, he worked in the oil field as a derrickman. He then served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War where he was deployed to Japan. He attained the rank of sergeant. For college, he attended North Texas, Ranger Junior College, and Midwestern University where he received a BBA in Accounting.

He married his devoted wife, Lucille, on June 1, 1952, in Jermyn, and they started their family. After earning his degree, he became an auditor for the General Accounting Office and the U.S. Department of Energy in Dallas. During his time at the GAO, he traveled extensively in the U.S and to Chile. Throughout his life, Neely worked weekends and holidays at the Tipton Ranch, to which he and his family moved and took over management in 1983.

Once living back in Cundiff, Neely became involved extensively in the Cundiff and Jacksboro communities. Neely held several positions in the Farm Bureau for 36 years. Additionally, he served as treasurer and an usher for the First Methodist Church. Neely was very proud of the Cundiff Cemetery. He served in several positions, including president, vice-president, and secretary-treasurer for the Cundiff Cemetery Association. Neely was also on the Jack County Appraisal Board, and he worked with the Jack County Republican party as a delegate and election judge.

Neely’s greatest joy besides time with family and friends was ranching. He continued his family’s ranching heritage with the –O– brand, which is the oldest brand in Jack County. He loved being out with the Hereford cattle and on the ranch. His stories of Jack County and his life will be missed at the family gatherings.

Neely was blessed with a large and raucous family. The Tipton family included his sisters, Peggy and Shirley, many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews, along with his parents and grandparents. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Lucille Damron Tipton, of Cundiff, and his three children, Angelica Viramontes of Pittsburg, CA, Patricia (Tish) and Bryan Smith of Katy, and Robert and Lezlie Tipton of Dallas,. He was Papa to ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Arthur Lee Laake Jr. was born Dec. 17, 1961 in Vernon to Arthur Lee Laake Sr. and Sharon Lee Jay. He passed from this life Tuesday, Sept. 1 at the age of 58 years, 8 months and 15 days.

He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Sharon Laake. He is survived today by his wife of 31 years, Katee Laake and his sons: Levi Laake & wife Hailey of Bryson, Dakota Laake & wife Ashlyn of Jacksboro, Dillion Laake & wife Mia of Colgate, Okla.; his daughters: Jade Harton & husband Jason of Amarillo, and Lashawna Laake of Odessa; grandchildren: Grace, Ian, Brantley, Alec, Maci, Levi, James, Mercedes, Ariana, Kambree, Aspen and number 11 on the way; Sister, Debbie Williams & husband Keith of Jacksboro; Brothers: Yancey Laake & wife Lynn Laake of Jacksboro and Tracey Laake & wife Alisha of Jacksboro. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Art was an adventurous guy. He loved to rodeo in his younger years and even winning the 1980 Texas state champion saddle bronc riding. He loved his family and without a doubt like to tell stories to anyone who would listen. You could find him any Friday night the past few years at the end of the football field waiting for a touch down from the Tigers, so he could blow the horns.

If a cloud was in the sky most of his family could expect a call with a weather report. He even had the little tornado spinner literally like off of the show twister outside. He could be spotted wearing anything Texas Tech, he loved the Raiders. His favorite tv show was Yellowstone and the Cowboy Way, Yancey knew after each episode they would have to break down what went on and decide what was coming up next.

Spending time with his grandkids and watching them play was something he loved most. He had found a church to call home at Christian Missions and did not hesitate to share his love for God on Sundays. Even though he had dibs on the back seat of the church and made sure everyone knew it! (I mean really, do not sit there really) He will tell you that’s “his seat”.

Peggy Dean Lackey Damron went to be with Her Lord and Savior, Sept. 12, 2020 in Granbury.

A Celebration of Her Life was held on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020 at Coker Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Graceland Cemetery in Jermyn. Peggy was born on October 23, 1936 to Noah B Lackey and Beatrice Sadler Lackey in Anarene, Texas. Peggy had 7 brothers and sisters. Peggy graduated from Graham High School in 1955. Peggy married her devoted husband Steward “SF” Damron in Fort Worth on June 29, 1956.

Peggy’s greatest joy in her life was her family. She enjoyed spending time outdoors in her beautiful gardens. She learned the art of quilting from her mother and she created dozens of amazing quilts. Peggy was active in her church, Loving Baptist Church, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday School and VBS. Peggy is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Steward “SF” Damron, her parents, her brothers James Harrell Lackey and Douglas Lackey and her sisters Virginia Baker and Donna Kay Rife.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her daughter Monica Richardson and husband Rick of Granbury; granddaughter Stephanie Sampler and husband Craig of Granbury, grandsons Clayton Richardson and wife Jessica of Burleson, Matthew Buckler and wife Sara of Buda, and Patrick Richardson and wife Kate of Benbrook; great grandchildren Nicholas Buckler, Channing Cheatham, Spencer Sampler and Knox Buckler; brother Junior Lackey and wife Nita of Georgetown; sisters Dortha Lackey of Abilene and Susie Wells of Abilene, along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Jennifer Jeanette Nichols Gasca, 47, of Brock, passed away Friday, Sept. 25 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born February 2, 1973 in Wichita Falls to Joe Paul Nichols Sr. and Carolyn Martin Nichols.

Jennifer graduated from Jacksboro High School in the class of 1991. On February 24, 1996 she was united in marriage to Chris Gasca in San Antonio. After earning her associate degree from Weatherford College, Jennifer spent several years working for the Fort Worth Star Telegram, where she was voted Salesperson of the Year. In 2001, she pursued her dream of opening her first child care learning center, All About Kids, and has since touched the lives of many families. Jennifer took pride in the mentorship she provided to so many young women who were fighting or who had fought the same battle she did.

She is survived by her husband Chris Gasca; four children, Allison Sibley and husband Travis, Christin Wooten and husband Pecos, Payton Gasca and Tanner Gasca; fur baby, Oakley; two granddaughters, Blakely and Brylee Wooten; mother, Carolyn Nichols; father-in-law Bob Gasca and wife Pat; brother, Joe Paul Nichols Jr. and wife Shauna; brother-in-law Nick Gasca and wife Jen; and nieces Erin, Taylor and Jordan Nichols and Avery Gasca; and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Joe Paul Nichols Sr.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at Trickle Creek Events in Weatherford. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Jacksboro. Interment to follow at Cundiff Cemetery. Coker Funeral Home of Jacksboro is in charge of all funeral arrangements.

If you would like to make a donation in honor of Jennifer, the family has requested donations and gifts to be made to the Pink Luncheon to fund mammograms and breast cancer services in Parker County.

Visit www.pinkluncheon. com or call 817-598-4934.

Trickle Creek Events

5555 Old Brock Road Weatherford 76087

First Baptist Church of Jacksboro

200 N Knox Street Jacksboro 76458

Lynna May (Lynn) Pruitt passed away Tuesday, Sept. 15, surrounded by family in Jacksboro.

Funeral services were held at Coker Funeral Home on Saturday, Sept. 19.

Lynn was born on August 4, 1943 in Dallas, to Lloyd Calvin Hubbard and Della May (Gladden)

Hubbard. She married the love of her life Milton Reece (Sonny) Pruitt on May 23, 1970 in Jacksboro.

Lynn was a certified Home Economist with the Texas Agricultural Extension Service of Texas A&M

University. She served 29 years with 27 of those being in Jack County. Lynn was a member of many professional organizations throughout her life including the Texas Association of 4-H Agents, Jack County B&PW, and the Jack County Fair Board to name a few.

For 15 years, she appeared on the WBAP TV show with Bob Walsh, Ed Pewitt, and Dick Yaws. She collected and wrote a history of 4-H in Jack County.

Lynn loved to volunteer and give back to her community. This was especially true with Concerned

Citizens and the Jack County Clothes Closet which she served as coordinator. She felt truly blessed to work with the dedicated group of Ladies at the Clothes Closet.

Lynn enjoyed quilting, tatting, and preserving heirloom hand work. She loved collaborating with people and encouraging them to achieve their highest potential. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and when her children were little, she also taught Sunday School.

Lynn was preceded in death by her parents.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are: husband Sonny Pruitt; daughter Shelly Pruitt; son Michael Pruitt; grandson Jacob Wykes; and sister Ann Wright.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Jack County Clothes Closet PO Box 700

Jacksboro, Texas 76458 or Concerned Citizens of Jack County, 400 E. Pine St. Jacksboro 76458

Rex Neal McCallister, 62, of Bowie, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, Sept. 17.

Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday Sept. 27, at the Montague County Cowboy Church in Montague with Pastors Joe Caballero and JD Ezzell officiating.

Rex was born Nov. 19, 1957 in Bowie to Truman and Anna May (Hazelton) McCallister. He graduated from Jacksboro High School in 1976. On October 17, 2008 Rex married Valerie Lane in Bowie. Throughout his life he worked as a pumper in the oilfield, and took care of his ranch. Rex loved to hunt and fish, and he was a big Dale Earnhardt fan.

He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Ouida Clark, brother Mac McCallister, nephew Larry Blevins and brother-in-law Joe Blevins.

Rex is survived by his wife Valerie McCallister of Bowie; sister Sharon Blevins of Nocona; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.

Sarah Lee Rumage was born Sarah Lee Falkinburg on Dec. 16, 1932 to Ernest Joseph Falkinburg and Willah Wave Marvin. She was the youngest sister to her siblings, Adah Grace Falkinburg McCoy, Edward Falkinburg, Robert Falkinburg, and Joan Falkinburg Swaney. Sarah married the love of her life, Claude McCalister Rumage, Jr. on Nov. 10, 1952. They were happily married until Junior’s death in 2008.

Aunt Sarah, as she was known to many, was a wonderful lady who was full of life. She had a feisty side to her that we all loved. Other words to describe her would be independent, hard working, honest, generous, and, above all, loving. She spent the majority of her childhood in Graham, studied at Texas Tech University, was a longtime bookkeeper for Breech Leatherwood in Jacksboro, owned Norma’s Dress Shop in Jacksboro, worked the Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon, was a former president of the Jack County Hospital Auxiliary, and worked for her dear friend, Rusty Porter, at City Cash Grocery Store for many years.

She worked at various other locations during her early years in Jacksboro and was involved in many community organizations. She attended First Baptist Church of Jacksboro, and, most of all, was a loving wife to Junior.

Sarah spent a lot of her spare time cooking. She made awesome hot sauce, fudge and cookies. She would often take food to healthcare workers at the hospital, people who were sick, and especially to her friends and family. She was always there for you, whether to share a laugh, a hug, or simply a smile.

Sarah passed away on Sept. 26, and was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Junior, and her siblings, Adah Grace, Edward, Robert, and Joan. She is survived by a host of family and friends.

Graveside services were held at Oakwood Cemetery in Jacksboro on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Memorials may be given to Concerned Citizens, 400 East Pine Street, Jacksboro, Texas or First Baptist Church, 200 North Knox Street, Jacksboro, Texas 76458.

Sarah Lee Rumage, you were a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing you!

Wilmer Preston Crum, 92, beloved husband, father, brother and friend passed away Friday, Sept. 25, 2020.

Funeral service was held Sept. 28, at First Baptist Church of Mineral Wells in Mineral Wells with interment following at Woodland Park Cemetery, Mineral Wells. Visitation was Sunday, Sept. 27 at White’s Funeral Home, 101 N. E. 4th Avenue, Mineral Wells.

Wilmer was born July 15, 1928 in Jacksboro, son of Preston Lee and Mary Loise Weir Crum. He had lived in Mineral Wells since 1960. Wilmer proudly and honorably served in the United States Army attaining the rank of Staff Sgt. He was a retired automobile dealer and rancher.

Wilmer was a Mason, Shriner, and a member of the Scottish Rite, Lion’s Club, Deacon at First Baptist Church of Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto Sheriff’s Posse and a past president of the Hospital Board. He also served as an Executive of District Girl Scouts, Building Committee of First Baptist Church, Director of Texas Automobile Dealers Association, Southern Baptist Convention Board Member, President of Tarleton Ex-Student Association, Director of Texas Frontier Trails, Palo Pinto County Livestock Association as a member and officer, and Chamber of Commerce Vice President. Wilmer was a faithful servant and member of the First Baptist Church of Mineral Wells.

He was preceded in death by his father, Preston L. Crum; mother, Loise Crum; and first wife of 30 years, Treva Crum.

Survivors: Wife, Jonnie C. Crum; daughters, Sharon C. Hilliard and husband, Chuck, Sherry C. Tupper, Sandra C. Haney and husband, Tom; step-children, Gary Farmer and wife, Barbie, and Debbie Farmer; brothers, Jerald W. Crum, and M. Glenn Crum; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends.

Memorials: Donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Mineral Wells, Building Fund.