June 27, 2026 Issue, Page 2 of 10

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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 The Elk City News MISDEMEANORS & FELONIES Sentinel High School graduate completes MISDEMEANORS State of Okla vs Samantha J Smith Possession of CS & para- phernalia two week externship with Dr. Erick Derocher State of Okla vs Daniel J Gentry Possession of CS & parapher- Claire Rose, a 2020 Sentinel According to student doctor ing for hospitalized patients. As a nalia High School graduate entering Rose, “Dr. Erick Derocher demon- rural physician, Dr. Derocher tries her second year at Oklahoma State strates nothing less than these to help his patients get as many an- FELONIES University-College of Osteopath- qualities as he taught me the im- swers as possible right in his own State of Okla vs Michael W Adams Kidnapping. Domestic as- ic Medicine, recently completed a portance of building a relationship clinic. sault & battery. Disrupting 911 call two-week externship with Dr. Erick with patients, how to not only just Reflecting on her recent ex- State of Okla vs Anna M Lacy Child neglect Derocher, who has been practicing listen but hear patients, and balance perience, student doctor Rose State of Okla vs Dalton L Potter Pointing a firearm in Elk City, OK, for 32 years. the many hats a primary care phy- states that during her two weeks Oklahoma State University-Col- sician plays in a rural area.” in his office, she improved her State of Okla vs Jordan D Dixon Drug trafficking (meth) lege of Osteopathic Medicine’s mis- Rural physicians face access critical-thinking skills, hands-on State of Okla vs Katy R Brooks Assault & battery on DHS em- sion is to treat patients as mind, challenges and must have skills that clinical skills, and methods for ap- ployee body, and spirit and to send many physicians in more urban areas are proaching patient care. As Claire State of Okla vs Sincere J Hullum Buy/possess/procure child great osteopathic physicians into not required to possess. Rose concludes her externship, she sexual abuse material. Soliciting sexual conduct or communica- underserved and rural areas in Rural physicians perform says, “I’m very grateful for the op- tion with a minor by use of technology. Violation of OK Statute Oklahoma. compassion, and with the ability to in-clinic blood draws and urine portunity to come back to my com- via computer OSU-COM students and alumni analyze and solve problems criti- analyses, and provide cryotherapy munity to learn and serve, and look want to treat patients with care and cally. for skin abnormalities, while car- forward to what the future holds." "There will not be any changes or exceptions to the publication of these records." MARRIAGES & DIVORCES Route 66 Festival Art Show Winners Announced By Sheryl Ponce of Oils/Acrylics were Auro- Wyatt Harrrell, #22, first place; loway, #10 first place. MARRIAGES ra Anderson, #1, third place; and in the area of Mixed Media The weekend celebration Matthew Cook, Elk City – Jazzman Miller, Elk City Last weekend’s Elk City Emma Heisonn, #23, second Millie Smith, #51second place was deemed a success which Blake Williams, Sayre – Chantell Pruitt, Sayre Chamber of Commerce’s Route place; and Lucy Kachner, #30, and Kiersey Shaw, #50 first was proven by the vast num- Aaron Broadbent, Wtfd – Madalyn Owen, Reydon 66 Festival has come and gone, first place; in the area of Wa- place. bers of visitors, participants, with a record number of guests tercolors – Andie Hickey, #24, Adult Art Winners in the and community members who DIVORCES and entries, the winners of third place; Laycee Jackson, area of Pottery/Sculpture/Ce- came out to see the cars, ven- Jeremy Glass vs Jennifer Glass the Art Show have been an- #28, second place; Kierra Tay- ramics was Matthew Giblet, dors, and the art show. nounced. The Chamber posted lor, #52, first place; Graphics #19 first place; Oil/Acrylic The event continues to the winners earlier in the week I winners were Harper Price, winners were JJ Knight, #30 grow; therefore, watch for next on their social media page, and #45, third place; Moly A, #4, second place and Kaelyn Hut- year’s deadlines and entries for Market report. It will take place WOHS Oct 2nd through Oct. 4th, where they expect to host over 100 ven- names are as follows: Junior Winners included second place; and Colton Nebhut, #43, first place; the son, #25 first place; and in the area of Mixed Media win- this major Elk City celebra- tion each year. Hats off to the Continued from page 1 – in the area of Potter/Sculp- Graphics II winners were Ryli ners were Dana Day, #16 third Chamber and all of the vol- dors. Jordan said that she con- ture/Ceramics, first place was Bruns, #8, third place; Addys- place; Candance Habekott, 32 unteers who made this show a tinues to have people calling her Lucy Kachner, #31; in the area on Beck, #6, second place, and second place; and Jimmy Cal- success. went on to the Archives Report about the event to reserve their made by Judy Haught. She said slots in the park. that they received postcards from The meeting then adjourned. possibly the 1950s, which will The next meeting will take place be put on the Archives website. Beverly Jordan also gave the Flea the fourth Monday in July at WTC, at 11 a.m. One Church Presents Second Annual ‘Motors for Missions’ Car Show (USPS # 173-020) By Sheryl Ponce lic in celebrate of Independence The schedule is as follows - 8 The Special Interest Catego- 580-225-3000 Day. Register early and help a.m. to 9 a.m., are vehicle regis- ries include the Sporting/Race, Elk City’s One Church has One Church give hope to others trations; 9:30 a.m., are the driv- the Sound System, Corvettes, Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 announced their second annu- around the world. er’s meeting under the pavilion the Original/Stock, and Cus- Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 al car show called “Motors for “Every registration, sponsor- (entry contestants only); 11:15 tom. Missions,” that will take place ship, and donation helps fund a.m., is the deadline for all bal- Go to https://form. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 July 4th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., missions locally and global- lots to be returned; and at 1 p.m. church/07/04 to register or walk at 200 E. Broadway Ave. The ly, sharing hope and making it are the awards presentations. in registrations on day of event SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, announcement said to bring possible for others to serve in The categories that will be are welcome see Jeff Watters. Deliverd by mail: Staff Writer the whole family to enjoy the international mission work,” the awarded are - 1949 and below Those interested in being a $50/yearly print only morning with amazing vehicles, announcement on social media cars, 49 and below trucks, 50 to sponsor or vendor contact One Neva Pyatt, honor veterans, food and re- said. 59 cars, 50 to 66 trucks, 60 to Church at 580-303-4305 or Jeff $60/yearly print & online $40/online only Advertising Director freshments, awards and prizes, Celebrate America’s indepen- 69 cars, 67 to 72 trucks, 70 to Waters at 580-303-0038 or con- No refunds on subscriptions. Ashley Moore, and support missions around dence with One Church and be 80 cars, 73 to 87 trucks, 81 and tact them for further informa- Advertising Director the world. taken back to the true American newer cars, 88 to 99 trucks, and tion about the event. [email protected] The event is free to the pub- spirit with classic motorsports. 2000 and newer trucks. [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR OBITUARIES CURTIS HOLMAN Curtis Holman, 69, passed company, but a legacy they were away on June 17, 2026, leaving both deeply proud of. A born behind a legacy built on faith, salesman and true people per- family, friendship, and hard son, Curtis never met a stranger. Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices work. He had a gift for learning who Curtis was born on March 5, people were, understanding their Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual 1957, in Rocky, Oklahoma. He needs, and showing them love resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as attended Hobart Public Schools, and encouragement. He saw the cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the where he served as class presi- potential in others, often before dent and distinguished himself they saw it in themselves, and practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. as a state champion wrestler. made sure they knew they were For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: Throughout his life, Curtis car- capable of great things. ried the same determination, Above all, Curtis was a proud 2019); and his wife, Mary Lou Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator leadership, and competitive spir- father. The only thing he loved Holman. it that marked his youth. more than his children were his He is survived by his mother, Brianna Barker, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES In the summer of 1982, Cur- three granddaughters, whom he Pat Sullins; his father, Bob Hol- tis was baptized in Custer, Mon- adored. He delighted in spoiling man, and stepmother, LoRita tana, by Brother Hardy Langley. them, sneaking them too many Holman; his son, Tanner Hol- SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: His faith in the Lord became a snacks, and showering them man and wife, Monica, and their • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) cornerstone of his life, and he with love. He was ornery, loved a daughters, Noaa, Georgia, and • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic found great joy in talking about good debate, and could strike up Eloise; his daughter, Shelby Page; Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) God, sharing his testimony, and a conversation with anyone. His and his former wife and lifelong • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV leading others to faith. wisdom, humor, and generous friend, Joy. Curtis built a successful tree spirit touched countless lives. He is also survived by his sis- • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s service company and took im- Curtis was preceded in death ter, Teresa Witt; brothers Leon- mense pride in eventually pass- by his stepfather, Glen Sull- ard Holman, Kent Holman, ing the business on to his son. ins; his sisters, Tammy Palmer Professional, Passionate Together, they built not only a (1972–2008) and Ronda (1957– Brent Holman, J.R., and Rick Sullins; sisters Kelli Salmon Car- Advance, Attentive ... away, Tracey, Marsha Boyd, and Our Difference is Our Care Tonya Gasper; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and many Have you ever considered becoming a family members who were ad- opted by love. hospice volunteer? Curtis was a good man who A fulfulling experience in the spirit of loved deeply, lived faithfully, and giving and receiving. THE BRANDING restaurant IRON never missed an opportunity to encourage someone or tell them about the Lord. Though he will be missed beyond words, his leg- acy will live on in the family he $15.99 Thursday Night cherished, the lives he touched, Steak & Shrimp Buffet and the faith he shared. “Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23 Funeral: Services were held on $12.99 Friday Night Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Ray & Martha’s Funeral Home Catfish & Ribs Buffet Interment: Lonestar Ceme- tery, Rocky, OK Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving Dine-In or Carryout Available Under the direction of Ray & Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011. 1200 S. 10th Street • Clinton, OK • 580-323-5554 Martha’s Funeral Home, Cordell, OK