Joe Paul Hackworth

Obituary

Joe Paul Hackworth

July 14, 1939 - April 11, 2019

Joe Paul Hackworth, son of Everett Leroy Hackworth and Lydia Jane Hackworth, was born July 14, 1939 in the community of Lodi near Red Oak, Oklahoma. He peacefully passed from this life to his heavenly life on April 11, 2019 at Legends Memory Care in Moore, Oklahoma.

In his elementary years he attended school at Cedar Community School and graduated in 1957 from Red Oak High School. Later on life he served on the Red Oak School Board of Education in two separate terms serving as President of the Board.

Joe Paul married the love of his life, Judy Marler at Glenpool, Oklahoma on August 19, 1960. They lived in Tulsa for 8 years until they moved to Red Oak in 1969. They shared a strong bond of love - strong enough to carry each other through the disease of cancer and death of their youngest child. Strong enough love that even Alzheimer’s/Dementia could not separate them. They would have been married 59 years this August.

Joe Paul mastered the skill of carpet laying and opened his own carpet business in Tulsa. He laid the carpet, cleaned up every loose thread or scrap, vacuumed each room and moved the furniture to the homeowners liking, making sure it was exactly how they wanted their room or house to look. Later on in life he worked for the Farrell-Cooper Mining Company where he did everything from pumping water to loading/weighing trucks, operating heavy equipment, operating the crusher and oiling the dragline. When he retired, he did handyman tasks for many people in the Red Oak area. He would often drive people to Oklahoma City, Tulsa or Fort Smith for doctors appointments or to the airport. He enjoyed raising his cattle and horses. He was very instrumental in helping bring rural water to many homes in Rural Water District #4 and serving on the water board for many years.

Joe Paul loved hunting and fishing. He had many friends he deer hunted with over the years. He loved playing Dominoes, Shoot the Moon, Wahoo and Checkers.

Joe Paul was a faithful and very active member of the Church of Christ. He and Judy raised their children in the church. He was very proud that his children and grandchildren became ministers and servants in the church.

Paul was preceded in death by his son Dale Wayne Hackworth, his parents Everett and Lydia Hackworth, a sister Norma Sue Hackworth and brother-in-law David Rubottom.

He is survived by his wife Judy of Moore, OK; two sons, Terry and wife Gean of Fort Gibson, OK; Wesley and wife Tammy of Moore, OK; and daughter Gay Lynn Welden and husband Amos of Bella Vista, Arkansas. He is also survived by one sister, Mildred “Butch” Rubottom of Collinsville, OK. He is survived by seven grandkids and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by a host of other relatives, friends and members of the Church of Christ family of God.

Pallbearers are Logan Dale Hackworth, Hunter Luke Hackworth, Hayden Joe Hackworth, Amos Welden, Chris Kidwell and Carl Pitchford.

Honorary Pallbearers are Robert Prock, Jim Prock, James Prock, Fred Oller, Ray Cox, Ronnie Gibson, Robby Walkingstick and Brent Townsend.

Services will be held at the Red Oak Church of Christ at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 16, 2019 with Mr. Terry Hackworth and Mr. Wesley Hackworth officiating. Interment will follow at the Cedar Community Cemetery with family and friends gathering at Cedar Church of Christ immediately following.

SERVICES UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA

Billye Jo (BJ) Goza

In Memory of Billye Jo (BJ) Goza

Billye Jo (BJ) Goza, age 67, of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2019 at McAlester, Oklahoma.

Billye was born in Albany, Oregon on October 17, 1951, a daughter of the late Mazella Ruth (Roberts) and Billy Patterson.

She was employed as a teacher at Wilburton Public Schools, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, for 24 years, (1990-2014).

Billye was a member of Wilburton Church Of Christ, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Billye is survived by:

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Amanda & Colton Wheat, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Son: Ronnie Patterson, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Brothers/Sisters-In-Law: Dale & Paula Patterson, of Tyler, Texas; Tracy & Debi Patterson, of Owasso, Oklahoma.

She is also survived by Grandchildren: Tanner Wheat, Jace Wheat, Harper Wheat.

Billye was preceded in death by her parents, and 1 sister.

Memorial Service at the Wilburton High School Auditorium, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2019 with Mr. Darren Harber officiating.

Honorary Pallbearers: Staff & Faculty of Wilburton Public Schools, Colton Wheat, Thomas Patterson, Andrew Patterson, Andrew Winter.

SERVICE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERAL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA

Jerry Bo Morrow

In Memory Of Jerry Bo Morrow

Jerry Bo Morrow, age 63, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, April 1, 2019 at his residence.

Jerry was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on July 20, 1955, a son of the late Mary Ellan (Campbell) Morrow.

He worked in the oil field.

Jerry is survived by:

Daughters/Sons-In-Law: Stephanie & Karvon Burris, of Tulsa, Oklahoma;

Kim Berly & Justin Staley, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Mary Morrow, of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Sons/Daughter-In-Law: Wade & Brandy Morrow, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; David Dee Durant, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Sisters: Annie Ellis, of Ada, Oklahoma; Paula Level, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Brothers/Sister-In-Law: Melvin Ellis, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Bobby Owens, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Larry Owens, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Jesse & Sharon Morrow, of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Dennis Morrow, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Aunt: Julie Kendall, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

He is also survived by 11 Grandchildren.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ellan (Campbell) Morrow; brother, Leonard Charles Owens; son, Jerry Don Morrow; and several aunts and uncles.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2019 with Rev. Sterlin Taylor officiating. Interment to follow at Degnan Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

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Samuel Berry Mitchell

In Memory Of Samuel Berry Mitchell

Samuel Berry Mitchell, age 69, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at his residence.

Samuel was born in Roswell, New Mexico on September 4, 1949, a son of the late Ruth (Drake) and Sanford Mitchell.

He worked as a carpenter. Samuel was of the Methodist faith.

He served in the U.S. Air Force.

Samuel was the husband of Mandy (Ross) Mitchell. On October 9, 2018, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Samuel is survived by:

Wife: Mandy Mitchell, of the home.

Sons/Daughter-In-Law: Jeremy Coley, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Dustin & Tracy Coley, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Samuel is also survived by 5 grandchildren.

Samuel was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother George Mitchell.

Graveside Memorial Service at Red Oak Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 8, 2019 with Rev. Bob Cherry officiating.

SERVICE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERAL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA.

Vernon Bullard

In Memory of Vernon Bullard

Vernon Bullard, age 85, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at his residence.

Vernon was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on November 11, 1933, a son of the late Ethel L (Gray) and Otto Amos Bullard.

He worked as a County Commissioner for the State of Oklahoma. Vernon is a retired fireman for Wilburton, Oklahoma and a member of the Latimer County Cattlemen's Association.

He was a member of Center Point Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Vernon served in the U.S. Army.

He was the husband of Ann (Angel) Bullard. On August 31, 1957, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Vernon is survived by:

Wife: Ann Bullard, of the home.

Daughter/Son-In-Law: Verna Gayle & Jeff Bain, of Katy, Texas.

Son: Victor Sterling Bullard, of Wilburton, Oklahoma;

Sister: Lucille Gough, of Hartshorne, Oklahoma.

Special Niece: Rhonda Bell, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Special Nephew: Jeff Davis, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Several nieces & nephews.

Sisters-In-Law: Wanda Bullard, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Barbara Bullard, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Ella & Stanley Davis, of Grove, Oklahoma.

He is also survived by Grandchildren: Andy & Jenny Bain, of Katy, Texas; Amanda Bain, of Fulshear, Texas; Hannah Bain, of Katy, Texas; Daniel Bain, of Katy Texas.

Great Grandchild: William Bain, of Katy, Texas.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents, 7 brothers, and 2 sisters.

Service at Center Point Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019 with Rev. Bud Vinson, Mr. Jeff Davis, and Mr. Earl Shero officiating. Interment to follow at the Center Point Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Jeremy Bullard, Stoney Bullard, Lester Gough, Jr., Earl Shero, Joe Collins, Johnny Jeffrey. Honorary Pallbearers: Carl Wooldridge, Vernon Underwood, Bill Allen, Bob Browne, Joe Jeffrey, Walter Baldwin, Billy McCool.

SERVICE UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERAL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA.

Dortha Lou Snow

In Memory Of Dortha Lou Snow

Dortha Lou Snow, age 95, formerly of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019 in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Dortha was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on December 8, 1923, a daughter of the late Kate (McMahan) and A. L (Bud) Snow.

She worked as a phone operator for the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company.

Dortha attended the Center Point Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Dortha is survived by several cousins and other family.

Graveside Service at Centerpoint Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019 with Rev. Bud Vinson officiating.

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Doyle Eugene Small

In Memory of Doyle Eugene Small

Doyle Eugene Small, age 83, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, March 22, 2019 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas.

Doyle was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on September 15, 1935, a son of the late Nora (Wilson) and Doyle Small.

He worked in the road department for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.

He attended Calvary Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Doyle served in the U.S. Army.

He was the widower of Mary (Short) Small. Mary passed away in 2009.

Doyle is survived by:

Sons: Vincent Small, Steve Small, Eddie Small, all of Nevada.

Sister: Linda Ellison, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Brothers: Gary Small, and Kenneth Small, both of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Doyle is also survived by several grandchildren, several great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Doyle was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary, 1 sister Eunice Small, 1 brother.

Service at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2019 with Rev. Willard Francis officiating.

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Linda Marie Bodiford

In Memory Of Linda Marie Bodiford

Linda Marie Bodiford, age 68, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at her residence.

Linda was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on November 15, 1950, a daughter of the late Ruthie (Turman) and Cecil Hunnicutt.

She was a homemaker. She was a retired school teacher of the state of Florida.

Linda was a member of First Baptist Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Linda is survived by

Son: Rodney Lee, of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Daughters: Tonya Bodiford and Sonya Bodiford, both of Eufaula, Oklahoma.

Brothers/Sisters-In-Law: Fred Thornburg, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Robert & Candy Hunnicutt, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Larry & Virginia Thornburg, of Virginia; James Thornburg, of Ft. Worth, Texas; Ed Hunnicutt, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Rick Hunnicutt, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

She is also survived by MeMe Kids: Presley, Weston, Kalie, Paisley & several others.

Several nieces & nephews.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, 1 brother, 2 sisters.

Memorial Service at the First Baptist Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2019 with Dr. Paul Brady and Rev. Willard Francis officiating.

Honorary Pallbearers: First Baptist Church family of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

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Carol Jean Bagwell

In Memory Of Carol Jean Bagwell

Carol Jean Bagwell, age 72, of Wilburton, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at her residence.

Carol was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma on January 10, 1947, a daughter of the late Rosy (Hampton) and Warren Chronister.

Carol was a homemaker.

She attended Salt of the Earth Church, of Wilburton, Oklahoma

She was the wife of Darrell Bagwell. On September 5, 1968, they were married at Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Carol is survived by:
Husband: Darrell Bagwell, of the home.
Daughters/Sons-In-Law: Shelley & Tony Korp, of McAlester, Oklahoma; Susan & Tony Mitchell, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Lisa Bagwell, of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Deborah & Ronnie Wynn, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Sister/Brother-In-Law: Phyllis & Gary McCabe, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Brothers/Sister-In-Law: Johnny & Beverly Chronister, of Moore, Oklahoma; Mike Chronister, of Enterprise, Oklahoma.
She is also survived by 10 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents.

Service was at Salt of the Earth Church, Wilburton, Oklahoma, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2019 with Cindy Shero and Rev. Willard Francis officiating. Interment to follow at the Centerpoint Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers: Gary Hill, Robert Skimbo, Kenny Fazekas, Jake Junell, Earl Shero, Charley Cook.

Honorary Pallbearers: Grandsons.

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Albert L. Prock

In Memory of Albert L. Prock

Albert L. Prock, age 56, of Kinta, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019 in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Albert was born in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri on April 2, 1962, a son of Ruby (Ketcher) Prock and the late Lonny Prock.

Albert worked at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant. He was of the Baptist faith.

He was the husband of Lora (Holden) Prock. On March 31, 2017, they were married at Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

Albert is survived by:

Mother: Ruby Prock, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Wife: Lora Prock, of the home.

Daughters: Tabatha Prock, of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Hailey Prock, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Step Daughter: Hadley Carpenter, of Kinta, Oklahoma.

Son/Daughter-In-Law: Justin & Jerrica Prock, of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Step Son: Blake, husband of C. J. Wiggins, of Porum, Oklahoma.

Sister/Brother-In-Law: Vickie & Terry Kelly, of Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Albert is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, 2 Step Grandchildren, of the home.

Albert was preceded in death by his father, Lonny Prock and his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Graveside Service at North Rock Creek Cemetery, Red Oak, Oklahoma, Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Randy Holmes officiating.

SERVICES UNDER THE DIRECTION OF WALDROP FUNERAL HOME, WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA.