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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026 The Elk City News old who is a naïve and youthful RCCT sailor returning to London and MISDEMEANORS & FELONIES Continued from page 1 helps Todd return to London but falls in love with Johanna; Johan- na – 18 to 21 year old girl who The show is a 1979 musical MISDEMEANORS is full of innocence and yearn for with music and lyrics by Ste- State of Okla vs A D Johnson Possession of paraphernalia freedom; Tobias Ragg – 12 to 18 phen Sondheim and the book State of Okla vs Juan R Urbina Possession of meth year old young apprentice who by Hugh Wheeler. It is based on State of Okla vs Janet Mendez DUI. Driving without a license finds a surrogate family with the 1970 play, “Sweeney Todd,” Todd and Lovett; Judge Turpin – by Christopher Bond. It is con- FELONIES 50 to 65 year old public official sidered a dark musical thriller State of Okla vs Jordyn A Whiteskunk Trafficking in meth. who acts as a sanctimonious au- about Benjami Barker, a barber Possession of paraphernalia thoritarian; The Beadle – a 40 to who is unjustly exiled by a cor- State of Okla vs Benjamin A Sims Domestic assault & battery 55 year old public official who is rupt judge who coveted Bark- State of Okla vs Jose Flores-Carrillo Trafficking in meth. Pos- loyal to Turpin; Beggar Woman er’s wife. He returns to London session of paraphernalia. Bringing contraband into jail – a 35 to 50 year old who is a de- as Sweeney Todd to seek ven- State of Okla vs Robert M Abla Protective order violation. ranged and schizophrenic wom- geance, murdering customers Possession of firearm an harboring a dark surprise; with his razor and partnering State of Okla vs Joshua R Britton Kidnapping. Sexual battery Aldolfo Pirelli – 30 to 45 year old with Mrs. Lovett to make them the overall performances. flamboyant Italian rival barber; State of Okla vs Waylon D Adcock Domestic assault & battery by strangulation. Disrupting 911 call SOLAR The American Solar Challenge was put on by Innovators Educa- into meat pies. The characters include Todd Jonas Fogg – 35 to 60 year old who owns Fogg’s Asylum; and State of Okla vs Zachary A Brenner Blackmail. Violation of OK Continued from page 1 – a 40 to 45 year old male who tional Foundation, while the title the Ensemble who includes the Statute via computer is wrongfully imprisoned and sponsor was Ekectrek. Other spon- townspeople, policemen, and State of Okla vs George Varnell Possession & distribution of competed in single-occupant ve- barber who seeks to right the sors included the track sponsor, lunatics. meth. Unlawful use of a communication facility hicles for efficiency or multi-oc- wrongs committed against him; Brainerd International Raceway; Make plans to be a part of this State of Okla vs Brandon S Sears Trafficking in meth cupant vehicles for balance of per- Mrs. Lovett – age 35 to 50 year gold sponsors MathWorks, Gen- musical production as it brings State of Okla vs Rose Johnson Failure to register as a sex formance and practicality. They old woman who is an entre- erac, Blue Origin; silver sponsors out a darker side of live theatre. offender had to optimize the solar energy preneurial meat pie shop own- Caterpillar Foundation, MZ, and This show is the one that sells State of Okla vs Tyrone Carranza Trafficking in meth. Main- collection, battery storage, and er who falls in love with Todd; SunCat Solar; bronze sponsor out as soon as the tickets become taining a place to deliver/manufacture/possession CS aerodynamics to improve the effi- Anthony Hope – a 20 to 30 year Stuart Gales; and supporters Evan available. State of Okla vs Alicia A Unterbrink Trafficking in meth. Main- ciency, extend the range, and boost Stumpges. taining a place to deliver/manufacture/possession CS State of Okla vs Dallas W Golden Sex offender entering safety zone around school, child care facility or playground. Provid- ing false sex offender info OBITUARIES and husband Jake of Gilmore, Tex- "There will not be any changes or exceptions to the publication of these records." PAMELA FENTON as. Also one son, Ryan and two brothers, Curtis Wyatt of Rich- Pamela Montgomery Fenton Texas. Preceding her in death was mond, Virginia and Dana and MARRIAGES & DIVORCES was born on July 29, 1963 in Fort Dix, New Jersey. her father John Wyatt, Jr., adopted father Jon Montgomery and Spe- Tammie Montgomery of Shawnee, Oklahoma. She was born to parents John cial father Charles Petross. She also Also left behind is a sister, Delta MARRIAGES Wyatt Jr. and Beverly Petross. lost her sister Elizabeth Hoover Montgomery from Diana, Texas. Mason Morris, Wtfd – Aika Parish, Wtfd Pamela passed away in and grandparents Albert and Lula Seven grandchildren and two great Robert Jasmer, Elk City – Misty Williams, Hammon Longview, Texas on July 28, 2026. Driver. grand children will also miss her. Mason Price, Elk City – Lexie Tatum, Pawnee She attended school in Elk City. She leaves behind her husband A Celebration of Life will be held After school, Pamela worked for Ron Fenton of Longview, Texas, on November 14, 2026 in Pittsburg, DIVORCES the Elk City Police Department her mother, Beverly Petross of Elk Texas. Susan Barnett vs Berret Barnett and the Custer County Sheriff ’s City and daughters Keitha Webb Contact Beverly Petross at 580- Jamie Mong vs Micheal Mong Department. She then moved to and husband Steve, and Ashlynn 821-0234 for additional informa- Alan Beck Jr vs Stephanie Beck tion. and grandkids blessedly multiplied, JIMMY DOYLE COFFEY he bought pickups with bigger cabs so that everyone could go along On September 20, 1940, Jimmy car. He was always proud to say he and pick out a bottle of Bug Juice Doyle was born to Marcus Thur- had graduated from Sweetwater’s along the way. ston and Ruby Pearl (Walker) Cof- largest class of 28 students in 1958. He made every effort to attend fey in Sayre, Oklahoma. So began some wandering years as every event - game, match, play, re- (USPS # 173-020) He was welcomed home by three he meandered through college and cital, quiz bowl, concert, and every- older siblings including big sister met Estelline Patten on the drag in one’s graduation from every place. 580-225-3000 Charlene who was given the priv- Sayre. Jim and Estelline married on He always showed up. He always Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC ilege of naming him because she September 4, 1964 before gradu- cheered. His love never wavered. 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 was sad to find out she had received ating with education degrees from On July 28, 2026, Jim passed Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 a third little brother. Southwestern Oklahoma State away while fixing fence; he literally The next year, little brother Ivan University that December. went out with his boots on. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO BOX 964, Elk City, OK 73648 was born, and the Coffey family The couple taught in various He was predeceased by his par- spent their first few years as share- school districts across Oklaho- ents and all of his siblings - Char- ma including Hominy, Crook- lene Alexis, Lyndall Coffey, Curtis SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, croppers on a Sunshine Ranch near and out of their homes, and served Coffey, and Ivan Coffey; in-laws the Bulo Community. Exciting de- ed Oak, and Putnam City West. on the building committee during Deliverd by mail: Staff Writer Happy days continued as they - Lex Alexis, Helen Coffey, Nelda velopments at that home included the major move and builds - serv- $50/yearly print only the change from a well and bucket welcomed sons James and J. It ing in each of the roles for 50 years and Dean Burch, Carolyn and Jerry Neva Pyatt, Sanders, Jeri Patten, Ruth and Joe $60/yearly print & online to a handpump in the yard as well was during this time Jim also or so. $40/online only Advertising Director earned his Masters in Counsel- Harris, and Janita Patten; and niec- as the arrival of electricity. Shortly after retirement, Jim From there the family moved ing from Central State University. turned his attention to building a es Jimi Lou O’Hara,Jeri Lyn Cocan- No refunds on subscriptions. Ashley Moore, nouer, and Kelley Rumbyrt. to a Sweetwater home with indoor The family of four moved to Still- local chapter of Disaster Relief; he [email protected] Advertising Director plumbing. There they operated a water where Jim took a job as a sourced - by purchase or persua- Jim is survived by those he loved dairy farm from which Jim drove recruiter for Oklahoma State Uni- sion - the crew’s trailer, pickup, and most: his first great-grandchild [email protected] Nancy Karnowski, Oliver Jim Coffey, grandchildren unwanted dairy calves to the Sayre versity. barn in which they’re parked. His ECNclassifi[email protected] CSR Pearl Kellogg, Adelyn Coffey, Zeke sale barn in the trunk of the family Although he thrived in this posi- time as a Blue Cap leader sent him tion, when they were given the op- around the globe to exotic locales Kellogg, Hazel Kellogg, Campbell portunity to return home, the Cof- including Colorado, New Jersey, Coffey, Sara Coffey, Joel Coffey, feys relocated to Elk City in 1972. Haiti, Japan, and Mountain View, Sean Coffey, Mark Coffey and his Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices Jim began his long career with Elk Oklahoma. wife Autumn, children Julie and Wes Kellogg (Edmond, OK), J. and City Public Schools as a psychome- As a retired community mem- Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual trist before becoming the principal ber, he kept busy delivering Meals Sally Coffey (Elk City), and James at Longfellow Elementary in 1975. on Wheels, procuring artifacts and Robina Coffey (Prague, OK), resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as his wife Estelline of the home, and A wonderful surprise named for the Farm and Ranch Muse- cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the Julie arrived a few years later. Jim um, setting up exhibits there, and a host of family and friends. practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. moved grades K-4 to the new Pio- serving as president of the West- Funeral services were held Sat- neer Elementary in 1979 and insti- ern Oklahoma Historical Society, urday, August 1, 2026 at First Bap- For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: tuted a pre-first class for kids who to which he was inducted into its tist Church, Elk City, Oklahoma. Rev. Duncan Blackwell officiated. Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator needed a bit more time between kindergarten and first grade. Hall of Fame just last November. Interment was at Fairlawn Ceme- You might be tempted to believe a tery, Elk City, Oklahoma. Brianna Barker, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES Jim moved to Grandview 5th man this busy had little time left for Services have been entrust- and 6th Grade Center in 1988 family and friends, but you would and served as principal there be wrong. Jim loved being with ed to the care of Richard and SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: until his retirement in 2002. friends, playing Rook or tennis or Tammy Dugger and the staff • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) Throughout his life, Jim remained catching up as they watched an Elk of Martin-Dugger Funeral on the move. City sporting event, be it local or far Home in Elk City, Oklahoma. • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic He ate his popcorn lunch walk- flung. Memorials can be made to Oklaho- Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ma Disaster Relief, Western Okla- ing school halls, lunchrooms, and Holidays were spent rotating • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV playgrounds. He started his second homa Historical Society, or the from one family house to anoth- • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s workday on the farm after putting er, and he cherished his role as Elk City Education Fund, Elk City, in 9 hours at school. Thanksgiving host every year. He Oklahoma in care of Martin-Dug- As a Kiwanian, he served in and Estelline have taken family ski ger Funeral Home, P.O. Box 707, Professional, Passionate all leadership positions, operat- trips for the last 22 years, not to Elk City, Oklahoma 73648. We invite you to leave a message Advance, Attentive ... ed various booths at the Kiddie Karnival, and coached numerous enjoy some time on the slopes, but to cook all the meals and retrieve of condolence, expression of sym- Our Difference is Our Care teams in the most hilarious league any weary skier who wanted to go pathy or perhaps share a memory (T-ball). As a member of First Bap- home early. of Jim at www.martin-duggerfu- Have you ever considered becoming a tist Church, he operated as Sunday Jim enjoyed time around a ta- neralhome.com. hospice volunteer? School Superintendent, sang in the ble playing cards or aggressively The family would like to invite A fulfulling experience in the spirit of choir, drove the church bus, helped shooting the moon. As the years all that cannot attend to watch the giving and receiving. move half of the congregation in progressed and the number of cows service live on Martin-Dugger Fu- neral Home web-page. Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011.