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2+ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024 The Elk City News OBITUARIES JOYCE JOHNSON of Weatherford, Oklahoma. Joyce is also survived by her grandchildren, Kyle John- MISDEMEANORS Joyce (Wallis) Johnson, of her community through cre- son and his wife Wendy, Colt State of Okla vs Ruslan Sadykov DUS. Driving without a license. Defective equipment. Operating vehicle in excess of Norman, Oklahoma, passed ative contributions, including Christian, and Jason Eller and laden weight away on November 22, 2024 teaching Sunday school and his wife Molly, as well as her at the age of 89. She was born organizing church luncheons. great-grandchildren, Can- State of Okla vs Justin W Patterson DUS nen Johnson, Evynn Johnson, State of Okla vs Terry W McSperitt DUS on September 23, 1935, on Joyce was an incredibly tal- State of Okla vs Austin B Watchous DUI. Possession of para- the family farm in Burns Flat, ented pianist, playing by ear Alexia Eller, Caroline Eller, phernalia Oklahoma, to George Jeffer- and learning songs simply Samuel Eller, and Finn Eller. son Wallis and Audrie May by listening. She loved gos- She leaves behind numerous FELONIES (Hollingsworth) Wallis. pel music and often filled her other family members and State of Okda vs Scott L Hallett Violation of Mary Rippy Joyce grew up in west- home and church with beau- friends who will miss her violent crime registration act ern Oklahoma and attended tiful melodies. She also ex- dearly. State of Okla vs Zachary J Phillips Concealing stolen prop- school in Burns Flat through pressed her creativity through Joyce was also preceded in erty. Unlawful actions related to Licensed dealers & private her junior year before earning ceramic work, including a fication as a Health Home Aid. death by her parents, Jeff and sellers of firearms State of Okla vs James L Cupp Computer fraud her GED as an adult. She livedcherished nativity scene she Her favorite color was pink, Audrie; siblings, Dave Clifford State of Okla vs Jo E Earnest Embezzlement most of her life in the Burns made and painted by hand and her perfect day would ‘Wallis and Ethel Jorine Wallis State of Okla vs Jon G Atkinson DUI. DUS Flat area before moving to for her daughter, Sherry. Joyce have been a warm fall day and her daughter Janell John- State of Okla vs Colton A King Rape. Sodomy. Rape by in- Norman, Oklahoma, in 1990. was a skilled cook, and her son spent with her family, whom. son. strumentation. Burglary ‘A woman of deep faith, Steve, fondly remembers her she loved deeply. Joyce will be remembered Joyce was a longtime member angel food cake and other de- Joyce was married for over as a devoted Christian, a lov- of the Cumberland Presbyteri- licious meals. 30 years to Donald Johnson, ing mother, grandmother, an Church in Burns Flat and She earned several certifi- who preceded her in death. and great-grandmother, and a the United Methodist Church cations throughout her life, She is survived by her chil- creative, talented woman who of Cordell. She expressed including a cosmetology li- dren, Sherry Eller and her brought music, warmth, and her devotion to her faith and cense, H&R Block Income Tax husband Jon of Norman, joy to those around her. School certification, and certi- Oklahoma, and Steve Johnson MARRIAGE LICENSES Jim Shepard, Elk City - Dora Marin, Elk City Kavan Wilkins, Elk City - Brittany Taylor, Elk City Suzanne and Russell Kenney; Chaz Simmons, Elk City - Natalie Keierleber, Elk City PENELOPE BYER Granny and Grandad, Cher- rie and Joey Nutley; and Pa, DIVORCES Kalisha York vs Jason York Penelope Jo Byer “PJ”, for- ilies pride and joy during the Phillip Byer; her Great MiMi, Robert Thompson vs Lajeanna Thompson ty-one days, of Elk City, Okla- time they had with her. Myrtle Billingsley; her Aunts homa was born on Friday, During her brief time with and Uncles, Jessica Kenney, October 11, 2024 in Elk City, us PJ enjoyed having books Chloé Nutley, Tammy and Oklahoma. She is the daugh- read to her, listening to her Roger Slife, Tonya and Jeremy NOTICE OF LATEST NAMES APPEARING ter of Malcolm Doyle and Sar- sister, Alexis singing, and visits Loyd, Shannon and Bart Bar- AS OWNERS OF NEW UNCLAIMED PROPERTY ah Elizabeth (Kenney) Byer. from her family. nett; as well as a multitude of Penelope passed away in the PJ was the strongest little Cousins, Great Aunts and Un- arms of her mom, surround- dragon who fought longer and ma. Services have been en- © OKLAHOMA v cles, and Second Cousins. ed by her dad and sister on harder than we could have trusted to the care of Richard Penelope is preceded in 5 ‘Thursday, November 21, 2024 imagined, and is loved end- and Tammy Dugger and the death by her Grandad, and € State Treasurer at OU Children’s Hospital in lessly by her parents, sister and staff of Martin-Dugger Funer- name sake, Joe Billingsley; and Todd Russ Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. extended family. al Home and Cremation Ser- her Nene, Vanessa Byer. Penelope passed away due to Funeral Services will be vices in Elk City, Oklahoma. The family request memo- LOOK IN NEXT WEEK'S complications from Non-Im- held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, mune Hydrops Fetalis. Cherishing her memory is November 30, 2024 at Mar- her loving Parents, Malcolm rials be made to the Ronald McDonald House in care NEWSPAPER FOR YOUR NAME Penelope was loved by many tin-Dugger Funeral Home and Sarah Byer; and her Sister, of Martin-Dugger Funeral people even before she was Chapel, Elk City, Oklahoma. Alexis Snyder, all of Elk City, Home, P.O. Box 707, Elk City, More than a billion dollars is waiting for more than born and after coming into Interment will be at Fairlawn Oklahoma; her Mimi and G, Oklahoma 73648. 8 million unclaimed properties and we need to this world. She was her fam- Cemetery, Elk City, Oklaho- return it now! Take a few minutes next week to see if your name to family, excelling in aca- is on our list in this newspaper, or check online at FARRELL RAMSEY them, coaching their sports, and being a supportive pres- ence in their lives. One par- demics and chosen fields of yourmoney.ok.gov Farrell David Ramsey was born on December 3, 1933, eral varsity letters in base- ball and basketball. He mar- ticularly popular activity extracurricular activities, as well as values of integrity was the ongoing driveway and dedication. If you see your name, download the form at in Willow, Oklahoma, to ried Y’Vaughan Hankins basketball game. One on Farrell loved to travel upclaim.ok.gov and email to unclaimed@ Charles David Ramsey and in Carter on December 26, treasurer.ok.gov. one, or three on two, it was and was fortunate to have Cleta Mildred Ellison Ram- 1953. They both graduated a year-round event, weather many amazing trips with Our service is completely free so don't wait. We sey. He passed away on No- from Oklahoma A&M Uni- permitting, often continu- Y’Vaughan. He cherished are here for you and want to reunite unclaimed vember 30, 2024, joining his versity in May 1956. Farrell ing until darkness forced time with his family and property that’s rightfully yours. wife of 66 years, Y’Vaughan, later earned a Master’s de- its suspension, Farrell spent always made an effort to with their Heavenly Father. gree from New Mexico Uni- individual hours with each connect with each member Farrell grew up in Carter, versity in 1963 and another of his children teaching as the family expanded. He UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DIVISION Oklahoma, and graduated Master's from Emporia State them to throw, catch, bat, had a passion for holidays, 9520 N. May Ave., Lower Level from Carter High School in University. field, dribble, and shoot. family gatherings, baseball, Oklahoma City, OK 73120 1952, where he earned sev- For 31 years, Farrell He designed and built de- fishing, and Oklahoma foot- worked as a teacher, coach, vices to help them properly ball. As a coach, he helped and principal in high learn the skill being taught. create champions both on Providing comfort and support fo'r End of Life choices schools in Oklahoma and Kansas, impacting the lives He would also teach them proper technique to play the the field and in life. He sup- ported former students in ofthousands of students. He particular position that they their goals of getting into Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual was active in summer sports would play on their teams. graduate programs and resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as programs, often coaching When he coached others, he finding jobs in both private cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the teams of his three children. exhibited the same sinceri- and government sectors. practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. He made it a point to attend ty of teaching and training Farrell maintained a pos- all of their school and extra- as he did with his children. itive outlook and inspired For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: curricular activities, even Above all, he was instilling that same attitude in his Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator those in college and gradu- in those young women and family and the schools and ate school. men the responsibility of groups that he was a part Holli Brittain, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES After retiring from Mc- being a member of a team of. He consistently motivat- Loud Public Schools, Far- and individual devotion to ed his students and players rell continued teaching at excellence. to pursue their dreams and SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: Oklahoma State University, As his children started not let challenges stop them * Cancer * Failure to Thrive * End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) OKC, and Rose State Col- from reaching their goals. their own families, he took + End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) * End Stage Amyotrophic lege, where he focused on joy in watching his grand- He is survived by his son Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) * End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) mathematics. daughters grow and embark Rodney and daughter-in- * End Stage Liver Disease » End Stage Renal Disease * AIDS/HIV As a dedicated husband on their own journeys. He law Lori Ramsey, daugh- and father, Farrell cherished instilled in them, as he had ter Stacy and son-in-law * End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s spending time with his chil- in his children, the values Glenn Neuman, daughter dren. He loved teaching of education, commitment Dr. Dana and son-in-law Professional, Passionate Reece Morrel, Jr, grand- daughters Julianne Ramsey, ElkCituNews Alayne Morrel, Grace Neu- man, Hannah Morrel, Sis- ter-in-law Karen and broth- er-in-law J.C. Chadwick, (USPS # 173-020) and many cousins, nieces, 580-225-3000 nephews, and their children. Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC He was preceded in death by 109 W, Broadway,Elk City, OK 73644-4736 his parents, sister Betty Jean Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 Ramsey Willowby, brothers POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO Box 964, Elk City, OK 73648 Charles Dale Ramsey, Da- vid Ray Ramsey, and grand- daughter Rachel Courtney SUBSCRIPTIONS Morrel. Deliverd by mail: Sheryl Ponce....Staff Writer A graveside service will $50/ Yearly Print Only take place at Carter Ceme- Comforting H $60/ Yearly Print + Online Neva Pyatt.... Advertising Director tery on December 14, 2024, $40/ Online Only Gina Jones, Advertising Director at 1 PM. A Celebration of Life service will be held No refunds on subscriptions. Nancy Karnowski. at Smith & Kernke, 14624 [email protected] elkcitynewsadvertising @gmail.com Tina Dobbs. North May Avenue, Okla- [email protected] homa City, Oklahoma on Carrie Perry, RN December 28, 2024, starting at 1PM.