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2+ SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2024 The Elk City News operations and other crimes as- SPEAKING sociated with the issue. This in- KENNETH DAMON POOLE Continued from page 1 cludes human trafficking and distribution of opioids. He wants has also been a rancher, banker, to improve tribal relations, which Kenneth Damon Poole, 76, of where he was the owner and op- Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., and businessman, He was a jet pi- ensures transparency and open- Elk City, Oklahoma was born on erator and retired in 2003, Ken- Friday, August 30, 2024 at First Jot in the US Air Force during the ness in government. March 19, 1948 in Elk City, Okla- neth was a member of the Baptist Baptist Church, Elk City, Okla- He earned his bachelor’s de- homa. He is the son of Gerald B. Church, Elk City, the Goodtim- homa. Rev. Danny Ringer will Persian Gulf War and led the first and Eva Ilene (Beck) Poole. He ers Motorcycle Club and the Elk officiate. Services have been combat mission during the con- gree from Oklahoma State Uni- flict. He earned the Distinguished versity and his law degree from went to walk beside his Heavenly Lodge, Elk City, Oklahoma. entrusted to the care of Richard Flying Cross, three Air Medals, Georgetown University, He has Father on Sunday, August 18, He was a twelve year kidney and Tammy Dugger and the staff 2024 at his residence in Elk City, transplant recipient and was on of Martin-Dugger Funeral Home and four Aerial Achievement med- been married to Wendy for the als for his service during that war. past 13 years and together they Oklahoma, surrounded by his dialysis for four years prior to re- and Cremation Services in Elk Drummond’s —accomplish- have a blended family of six chil- loving family. ceiving his kidney. City, Oklahoma. ments as Attorney General in- dren and five grandchildren. Kenneth attended Elk City Kenneth was a single and Cherishing her memory is clude assembling the first Or- Make plans now to hear the High School, Elk City, Oklaho- multi engine pilot and was also his wife, Patsy Poole of Elk City, ma and graduated with the class an instrument rated pilot. He Oklahoma; one son, David Poole ganized Crime Task Force to Attorney General's comments on of 1966, He married his best- flew Grady Lantz and logged and his wife, Rachel of Elk City, Memorials can be made to combat the illegal marijuana Sept. 12th. friend and sweetheart, Patsy Ann over 2,200 hours. His hobbies the American Cancer Society in Oklahoma; one granddaugh- care of Martin-Dugger Funeral Fletcher on January 27, 1968, at included riding motorcycles ter, Haylee Morris and her hus- Home, P.O. Box 707, Elk City, Mountain View, Oklahoma. To over fourty-nine states, riding band, TJ. of Elk City, Oklahoma; CLOSES Oklahoma 73648. other clinics so others may ben- efit from the resources that are this union one son was born. four-wheelers all over the state ‘one grandson, Travis Poole of We invite you to leave a mes- still on hand. Liberty McArthur, He was a proud member of of Colorado, and riding sea-doo’s Elk City, Oklahoma; one great sage of condolence, expression Continued from page 1 the Oklahoma National Guard granddaughter, Lola Morris of of sympathy or perhaps share and later boats. Kenneth's pride Executive Director of WOFCC, Western Oklahoma Family Care will be looking for recommen- (Field Division Artillery) from and joy was spending time with Elk City, Oklahoma; one half a memory of Kenneth at www. Center. Our resources will con- dations or clinics that may need 1968 to 1974, where he was hon- his grandchildren, Haylee and brother, il Poole of Elk City, martin-duggerfuneralhome. tinue to be focused on providing these donations. Email McAr- orably discharged as Sergeant. Travis, and especially his great Oklahoma; and numerous other com. financial assistance and resource thurat [email protected], Kenneth worked for Hodges granddaughter, Lola. He will be relatives and friends. ‘The family would like to invite “Thank you, Western Okla- ‘Trucking for ten years, and Lantz greatly missed by all his family Kenneth is preceded in death guidance support to our clients all that cannot attend to watch through benevolence and home- homa, for your support and Trucking for thirteen years. He and friends who knew and loved by his parents, Gerald B. and Eva the service live on Martin-Dug- less services? the post stated. trust the last 12 years. We look started Plains Transportation, him. Ilene Poole, and one sister, Eva ger Funeral Home website. They will be looking to donate forward to serving you and Elk City, Oklahoma in 1989, A Celebration of Kenneth’s Kingore. the supplies and equipment to working with you in future mis- sions?’ they concluded. nal grandparents, Jasper and Ella CONSTRUCTION may speak the truth for progress DEBBIE RISINGER Owens & her paternal grandpar- through the project. Debora “Debbie” Kay Risinger years in the oil & gas industry, ents, Richard and Stella Johnson. Continued from page 1 ‘The end will justify the means, Debbie is survived by her was born on August 26, 1956 to Debbie also worked at First Na- husband, Gary Risinger, of the not only for the downtown mer- Donnie Gene Johnson Sr. & Reba tional Bank and Trust of Elk City. Most stores are making accom- chants, but for the community as home; daughter Kyleigh Risinger Nell (Owens) Johnson in Elk City, On March 22, 1982 she married of Yukon, OK; daughter Khel- modations so customers will be a whole, Have grace for your fa- OK. She passed away August 17, Gary Risinger in Sayre, OK; wel- able to get into shop with the vorite stores, as they try to make sea Risinger of Elk City; stepson it through the construction and 2024 in Elk City, at the age of 67, coming her stepson Brandon into Brandon Risinger, and his wile least amount of trouble. Watch surrounded by her family. the family. To this union, two for notifications from the Elk City provide the best customer service Debbie grew up in the Merritt daughters were born; Kyleigh & Heather of Owasso, OK and their Chamber of Commerce, the City for their patrons. community where she attended Khelsea, They made their home children Noah & Ellianna. She of Elk City, or store notifications For questions about the prog- was proud Oma to Jimmy Parker school. She graduated in 1974 as in Elk City, where she lived the She loved going to the Women’s King; sister to Linda Page & hus- for updates to the progress and/or ress or future plans, contact the the valedictorian of her class, Af remainder of her life. notifications of changes. Elk City Chamber of Commerce ter high school she attended Sayre College World Series every year. band Jimmy of Hammon, OK; Debbie loved to spend time She enjoyed spending time with sister to Donnie Johnson Jr. and ‘The saying, “no pain, no gain” at 580-225-0207. Junior College in Sayre, OK. She with her daughters; going to con- her game club friends and travel- wife Nancy of Elk City, OK; sis- worked at United Supermarket certs, sporting events & antique ing to see new sights. Debbie was ter to Barbara King and husband, where she met her husband, Gary, shows. She enjoyed cooking, a very social person and will be Johnny of Yukon, OK & long- before beginning her career in the reading, shopping & thrifting. She greatly missed by her family and time friend to Sherry Rice. She oil & gas industry. She began her liked quilts, angels, vintage dishes friends. is also survived by many nieces, 45-year career in 1977 and con- & spending time in her flower Debbie is preceded in death by nephews, extended family, and a tinued her profession until she beds. She loved her fur (grand) her parents Donnie G. Johnson host of friends. MISDEMEANORS retired from Mach Resources in babies: Lucy, Vivi, Trilly Gene, Sr. & Reba N. Johnson; her mater- State of Okla vs Newt R Reynolds DUI. TOC. Property 2022. Throughout the turbulent Toby, Roachie, Leila & Minnie. damage State of Okla vs James Luna Jr Public intoxication. Resist- ing author to the Abate SE Florida State of Okla vs Randi Sehi DUI State of Okla vs Donnell M Mullins Possession of para- phernalia TROY WAUGH Magazine, and advocated for biker safety laws. He spent In Loving Memory of Troy Afghanistan, Manila, Philip- hours ridingon weekends with FELONIES Legrand Waugh pines, and Guantanamo Bay, friends as a protective leader, State of Okla vs Kameron $ Harrison Larceny of lost prop- Troy Legrand Waugh, be- Cuba. He also worked on U.S. always looking forward to the erty. Computer fraud loved son of Glenna and Gary Embassy projects in Asuncion, next ride. State of Okla vs Steve R Ridgebear False personation Hollis, passed away on Au- Paraguay. Troy had a keen eye Troy had a deep, personal, State of Okla vs GradyW Livingston Trafficking in drugs gust 1, 2024, at the age of 60. for detail and a special ap- private faith in God, having State of Okla vs Michelle L Pledger Child neglect. Posses- Troy was born on October 9, preciation for timeless church been raised in the Friends sion of CS State of Okla vs Ashley M Toney Child neglect 1963, to Stanley E. and Glenna structures. Church and accepting Jesus State of Okla vs Jeremy L Pair Child neglect (Vaughn) Waugh in Liberal, At the time of his illness, Christ as his Savior at an early Kansas. He lived a life full of Troy was an architectural proj- age at Camp Quaker Haven in generosity, leadership, and ect and construction man- including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, in Arkansas City, Kansas, where strength, ager for the City ofPlantation, which he trained under the re- he was also baptized. MARRIAGES, DIVORCES He was known for his pas- Florida, where he was greatly sion for adventure, architec- supported and encouraged by tural expertise, proficiency in many friends and coworkers. nowned Gracie family. He was His faith sustained him also a member of the Florida throughout his life, especially Boxing Commission. during his courageous two- martial arts, and enjoyment He was a member of the Na- Troy fought in many MMA year battle with brain cancer MARRIAGE LICENSES of motorcycles and the open tional Council ofArchitectural events worldwide, which in- ... he truly was a Bravehe- ‘Adam Bryson, Cheyenne ~ Angela Cook, Mutual road, Troy graduated from Registration Boards and held a cluded a notable world cham- art. Troy is survived by his Merritt High School in Elk US. government “Q” Clear- pionship fight in Abu Dhabi, mother and stepfather, Glenna DIVORCES ance, one of the highest levels City, Oklahoma, in 1982. He UAE. He also refereed many and Gary Hollis of Elk City, Pamela Foster vs Clay Foster Antonio Horstkoetter vs Darla Horstkoetter worked manyVyears at the Elk of security privileges. Troy prominent UFC fights, in- Oklahoma; his sister, Debra City Honda Shop. lived an adventurous life and cluding those featuring Jon Smith of Wichita, Kansas; his traveled to 42 countries.“Bones” Jones and Kimbo brother, Stan Waugh and wife, OD Rick’s @ He then earned his Profes- sional Bachelor of Architec- He loved hunting, fishing, Slice. In Moscow, Russia, he Janet of Stillwater, Oklahoma; ture from Oklahoma State deep- sea diving, and while refereed a high-profile match step-sisters D’Ann Barrett and University in Stillwater, Okla- living in Key West, Florida, he attended by President Vladi- husband, Billy of Clifton, Tex- homa, and established a dis- enjoyed spearfishing. Troy was mir Putin, Italian President as; Geri Hollis of Midlothian, Lawn Sprinklers tinguished career with years a respected figure in the pro- Ciampi, and actor Jean-Claude Texas; Deborah Lynne Cox * Sales - Service - Installation * We trade for almost anything of service in civil and govern- fessional mixed martial arts Van Damme at ringside. and husband, David of Cres- * Over 30 years experience * In-house financing ment architecture. Troy’s work community, excelling as both a Troy actively served as Vice cent, Oklahoma; and Jessie included building high-rises fighter and a UFC referee. President and Road Captain of Waugh Modderman and hus- FREE ESTIMATES 1.800.466.0915 in Honolulu, Hawaii, and gov- He held a black belt and was the Florida Abate SE Motorcy- band, Geoffrey of Cincinnati, Altus, OK RAINY BIRD. TX L481 + TXL1 19097 ernment projects in Kabul, skilled in various martial arts, cle Chapter, was a contributing Ohio. ‘TX BP 13774 Troy was a beloved uncle Gary and Glenna Hollis wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to Comforting Hands Hospice of Elk to his nine nieces and neph- City, OK, who took loving care of their son, Troy Waugh, until his passing on August 1, 2024. ews—Michael Feltman, Rachel Martinez, Jordan Arias, Shane rElkCituNews Owner Carrie Perry came to our house the very first day and was also there the last day, into the wee hours of the morning, along with her husband and Troy's friend, Chaplain Daryle Perry. We cannot praise them and all their employees enough for their kind and professional care of Troy. One of the Smith, Lela Smith, Luke Smith, Tanner Smith, Alex Waugh, and Jacob Waugh—as well best decisions we made during his two-year battle with glioblastoma brain cancer was to transfer as to his 12 great-nieces and (USPS # 173-020) from chemotherapy treatment to Comforting Hands Hospice. Their nurses answered every call, day or great-nephews: Judah, Michael 580-225-3000 night, and on weekends. They always responded quickly with medical treatment, concern and John, Meggie, Hadassah, Leire, compassion. Each one deserves a Five Star medal - including Holli, Landee, Bri, Chrisann, Amy, and Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC others. Also, Liz Sikes, Shawna White and Casi Harper came often, and Troy always looked forward to Adam, Samuel, Gael, Carter, 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 their daily visits as a “ray of sunshine” and encouragement, along with their medical expertise and Annie, Grace, and Clark. Ad- Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 cheerful manners. ditionally, he was loved by a host of step-nieces, step-neph- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO Box 964, Elk City, OK 73648 ews, many cousins, and loving We were blessed to have excellent caretakers, Sammy and Sylvia Balderas, who gave 24/7 care for six months. Also, the love and faithful friendship of Steve and Jackie Costello, and Keith and Kathy Smith, friends too numerous to name. SUBSCRIPTIONS will always be remembered. Troy was preceded in death by Deliverd by mail: his father, Stanley E. Waugh, Sheryl Ponce....Staff Writer | wish to thank the office staff of Dr. Mike Robinson, as well as Jennifer Kennemer and Jodie Neece. in 1982. A memorial grave- $50/ Yearly Print Only Neva Pyatt... Advertising Director ‘Also, thanks to Dr. David Bank and Paul Jones Drug for their excellent service. Richard Dugger at side service honoring Troy was $60/ Yearly Print + Online Martin-Dugger Funeral Home was more than gracious to grant our every wish before transferring $40/ Online Only held on August 9, 2024, at 2:00 Troy to his final resting place in Liberal, KS. pm. at Liberal Cemetery in No refunds on subscriptions. Nancy Kamowski....orn csR Liberal, Kansas. All who knew [email protected] Troy always said his passing into heaven would be a “Win-Win"for him. He has Won the fight. May elkcitynewsadvertising @gmail.com Tina Dobbs... .Delvery God bless each and every one of you. Troy will treasure their special relationship and memories ECNclassifieds@ gmail.com Mrs. Gary (Glenna) Hollis, with him. He will be greatly missed!