System Mechanic - Clean, repair, protect, and speed up your PC!Gene Fredrick Channell
January 17, 1938 - June 8, 2013
Gene Fredrick Channell went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday morning, June 8, 2013.
Gene was born on January 17, 1938, to Ernest and Della Channell, in the front bedroom of his grandmother’s house on 411 N. Lincoln Street, Sand Springs, Oklahoma. He was one of three children. Gene graduated from Sand Springs High School in 1957, where he was active in playing on the basketball, football and track teams. He graduated from Oklahoma State University with an Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineer Design Technology with a Minor in Industrial Graphic Arts. He met his wife, Judy Jan Carter, in high school and they were married on May 21, 1960 for 25 years. They moved to Dallas and he went to work for Texas Instruments immediately after college and then joined the Army Reserves with the Artillery Division in 1961. In 1962, he worked for Burtek on a Government contract to help design the Gemini Space Simulator used by NASA. He was honorably discharged on January 31, 1967. He began his career and worked for 29 years at CE NATCO Combustion Engineering Company as the Graphic Art Design and Photography Supervisor. After moving to Dallas, he worked for a Nuclear Medical Company. Seven years later, he moved to Oklahoma City to be near his daughters and began working part-time at Impressions Printing, which led into a full-time position for 10 more years until he finally decided to retire this past October of 2012, at the age of 74.
He raised his family in Tulsa, Oklahoma where they were members of Central Church of the Nazarene. Gene was a “doer” and was most happy when serving. He actively served on building committees, worked on the church grounds and vehicles, served as a Sunday morning greeter, taught Sunday school and served on the Church Board. After moving to Oklahoma City, Gene became an active member of the “Get Real” Sunday school class at Bethany First Church of the Nazarene and enjoyed running the sound, class parties and friendships. Gene enjoyed hunting, fishing, home projects, and “doing” for others. His greatest love was his family and spending time with his grandchildren.
Gene was preceded in death by his mother and father, and twin sons, Timothy Rod and Anthony Tod Channell. He is survived by his two daughters, Cynthia Dawn Dickey and her husband Brian, and Kimberly Jan Roberts and her husband Neal, all of Oklahoma City, OK; grandchildren, Caleb Scott Roberts and his wife Julie, Gregory Neal Roberts, Amelia Channell Brown, Caroline Elizabeth Dickey, Luke Harrison Roberts, and Cole Rutledge Dickey; great- grandchildren, Alice Clemintine Roberts and Charles Scott Roberts; his brother, Jack Gilbert Channell and his wife Barbara of Fort Mill, South Carolina; his sister, Betty Yvonne Lawrence and her husband Mike of Dunwoody, Georgia; five nieces and nephews and 15 great nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Mercer-Adams Chapel in Bethany, OK. Gene leaves behind a legacy of love for the Lord, his family, and friends.
FREDA M. WASSON
May 14, 1931 - June 5, 2013
Freda M. Wasson, 82, of OKC, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2013. She was born May 14, 1931 in Bath, MI to L.D. and Ruth (Teed) Huckins. She was a pastor’s wife, nurse and loving mother and grandmother. She will be sorely missed. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, Robert Wasson, son, Kevin Wasson, granddaughter, Kristi Primeaux, and great-granddaughter, Kristin Leger. She is survived by her son, Paul Wasson and wife Laura Lynn; daughter, Rebekah Wasson; sisters, Dorene Huckins, Iloree Debolt and Sandra Church; brother, Lowell Huckins; grandchildren, Robert and Tiffany Wasson, Laura Dartez, Cheryl and Mike Leger; great-grandchildren, Bryce Dartez, Hunter Primeaux, Karli and Kayli Leger; and her “other” kids, Nathan Ashby, Alton Ashby, Jr., Mike Ashby, Debra Ashby Johnson, Jimmy Ashby and Pete Ashby. Funeral service will be Saturday, June 8, 2:00pm at Mercer-Adams Chapel. The family will greet visitors one hour prior to the service.
John Stanton
April 10, 1933 - May 30, 2013
John Stanton was born April 10, 1933 in Sparta, Georgia to Willie Henry Stanton and Hattie Mae Stanton. He was one of fifteen children. John was educated in the Georgia, Ohio and Michigan public schools. He was known as “Mr. Fix-it” because he could repair anything.
John, a decorated war veteran, was wounded in battle during the Korean War where he served honorably from 1955-1957. John was united in holy matrimony to Linda Barnwell Stanton on October 16th, 1972. To this union, Nikki and Ian were born. A previous marriage produced 4 offspring.
John was a skilled metal finisher prior to retiring from General Motors assembly plant. John was a member of the Greater Apostolic Faith Church under the pastorate of Bishop Art. L. Ladd, Sr.
On Thursday, May 30, 2013 at 2:10 AM, John was called home for eternal rest. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Linda; daughter, Nicole Stanton; and son, Ian Lamarr Stanton. Also, daughters, Leila Stanton Cargill, Cassie Stanton, Sheila Stanton, all of Detroit, Michigan; son, Jerome Stanton, Philadelphia, PA; sisters-in-law, Denise Stringer and Leslie Harper, OKC; brother-in-law, Eric Agee, OKC; sisters, Mattie Boyer, Detroit, Michigan, Barbara Stanton, New York, NY, Francena Barnes, Philadelphia, PA, Margaret Stanton, Cleveland, OH, Cassie Hundley, Pemberton, NJ; brother, Theodore (Helen) Stanton, Philadelphia, PA; 11 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
William Prentiss Porter
February 10, 1941 - June 10, 2013
William “Bill” Prentiss Porter, 72, of Bethany/Warr Acres went to his heavenly Father on June 10, 2013. He was much loved and will be sorely missed. Born in Altus, Oklahoma, on February 10, 1941, to Asa Nehemiah Porter and Norma Standley Porter, his early years were spent in Illinois and Oklahoma near the sites where his father was an engineer and his mother was a teacher. They moved to Oklahoma City when he was a young boy and he was active in the First Baptist Church of Oklahoma City and accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age. He was also active in the Boy Scouts of America, becoming an Eagle Scout.
Bill graduated in the first graduating class of Putnam City High School, and went on to earn his BS in Business at Oklahoma City University (1963) and his Juris Doctor from the University of Oklahoma (1966). He served on active duty with the U.S. Army (National Guard) and then returned to practice law on the south side of Oklahoma City in 1967, having a general practice which included civil and criminal cases, contract law, trusts and wills, with a strong emphasis on family law and probate. He was admitted to practice law for the Supreme Court of Oklahoma and the Western District of Oklahoma, as well as the United States Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
He was known as an honest and generous lawyer, who might be running a little late to get to court but who would hurry in just in time to save the day. He was very civic minded and was an active member of the Oklahoma Trial Lawyers since 1969, as well as the American Trial Lawyers Association since 1996. He taught evening legal classes at Oklahoma City University for several years, and he was also a Mason of the 32nd degree, an Aide to the Potentate of the Shriners, and President of the Lions Club 1977-1978.
He met his wife of 39 years, Mary, on a 1973 Christmas Eve blind date, arranged by her cousin, to which he was, of course, late. Despite this, Mary couldn’t resist his smile and they had a whirlwind romance between San Antonio and Oklahoma City and were married by June 22, 1974. Sticking together through sickness and in health, they raised two children and cared for many extended family members (and many pets).
Despite major physical health challenges in the last several years, and with essential help from his wife and family, Bill continued to practice law, and won his last case in court in January 2013. Bill is survived by his wife, Mary McCollum Porter; his son, Christopher Porter; his daughter, Ashley Porter Myers; his son-in-law, Zach Myers; and two grandchildren, Sophia Caitlyn Myers and Grayson Lane Myers. His brother, Dr. A. Standley Porter, with whom he was close, preceded him to be with the Lord, as did his mother and father, and great-nephew, Josh. Bill will be missed as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, colleague and friend.
Services will be held at 10am, Friday, June 14, at Mercer-Adams Funeral Home, 3925 North Asbury Avenue, 405-495-4363. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday and Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association in the name of William Prentiss Porter. (1-800-DIABETES/800-342-2383 or www.diabetes.org)
Lloyd E. Olds
June 10, 1927 - June 8, 2013
Lloyd E. Olds passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2013, at the age of 85. He was born to Frank and Nell Olds and was raised in Oklahoma City. He married Virginia in 1964. He was a member of Bethany First Church of the Nazarene. Lloyd served during the Korean War in the U. S. Army. He was a purchasing agent. His hobbies were hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed his granddaughters and his family. Lloyd is survived by his wife, Virginia; children, Estelle “Minnie” Franklin, Angleton, TX, and Eddie Olds and wife Theresa of Oklahoma City, OK; grandchildren, Trinity Olds, Sheridan Olds, John Franklin and Larry Franklin. The family is grateful to the staff of the Memory Care Support Unit of Concordia Life Community and Integris Hospice House for their support and assistance during times of transition. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your Hospice of choice. Viewing will be Sunday, 2-9 p.m. at Mercer-Adams in Bethany. Graveside service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery, Monday, June 10, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.
Marie Ann Barnes
May 22, 1922 - January 3, 2013
Marie A. Barnes, 90, went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2013. She was born, one of ten children, to August and Vera (Kubiako) Drew on May 18, 1922 in Harrah, OK. She moved to Oklahoma City and worked at Western Electric and Armour Meat Company where she met her late husband, Fred (Bill) Barnes and married on February 17, 1945. They were blessed with four children. She was a loving and devoted mother and wife. She has been a great inspiration to everyone with her beautiful smile, positive attitude and her caring disposition. She loved her family and friends and cherished the time she spent with them. She exemplified a great Christian ethic by her actions throughout her life and portrayed a strong relationship with Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She loved music, dancing, and exercising as well as excelling in decorating and cooking. Everyone enjoyed her home-cooked meals, much of her vegetables and fruits coming from her own garden and trees. Tending to her garden and beautiful flowers were her passion. She always loved volunteering prepared meals or snacks for her children’s school. She was preceded in death by her parents, August and Vera Drew; husband, Fred (Bill) Barnes; sons, Fred and Gary Barnes; sisters, Florence, Frances, Helen, Evelyn; brothers, Joe and Edward Drew. Marie is survived by her daughters, Linda Snyder and husband Andy, and Carolyn Hall and husband Mike; grandchildren, Christopher, Jeffrey, and Stephen Snyder, Preston and Tiffany Hall; brothers, George and Mike Drew; sister, Cathy Curtis; numerous nieces and nephews as well as her very close friend, Dan Walker. Viewing will be at Mercer-Adams Sunday, 9am-9pm, and family present, 6-730pm. Funeral services will be Monday, January 7, 2pm at Church of the Servant, Chapel of the Cross, 14343 N. MacArthur, with burial at Sunny Lane Cemetery.
Joy Belle Wilson
February 5, 1925 - December 30, 2012
Joy Belle Wilson entered her eternal life on December 30, 2012 after a brief illness. She was born February 5, 1925 in Hobart, Oklahoma to Dulcy Belle & James Riley Foster. Joy graduated from Bethany High School in 1946 and remained in the Bethany area the majority of her life. In 1990, Joy retired from Tinker Air Force Base after 25 years of dedicated service. Throughout her entire life, Joy served the Lord and spent many years teaching Sunday school in both Oklahoma and Texas. Anyone that knew her will always remember her sparkling blue eyes. Joy is survived by her daughter, Charolette Ruth Schlecht; her grandchildren, Geoffrey Avants, KeeAnn Avants, Brittany Schlecht and Matthew Schlecht; brother, James Foster; 7 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, January 5th, 1:00 p.m. at Mercer-Adams Chapel, 3925 N. Asbury, Bethany, Oklahoma. Viewing will be at Mercer-Adams Thursday & Friday from 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Hospice House of Oklahoma County for the dignity and compassion they provided Joy and her family during her final days.
Joani Gail "Boogie" Bartee
August 23, 1955 - January 2, 2013
Joani Gail “Boogie” Bartee was born on August 23, 1955 to Guy and Gladys Bartee in Oklahoma City. She passed away on January 2, 2013 after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her daughter, Alicia Harmening (Ben) of Oklahoma City; brother, Bill Bartee (Candy) of Bethany; sisters, Andrea Tillett (Lionel) and Janice Miller (Jim) of Bethany; step- father , Phil Anderson of Rawlins, WY; step-brother, Jim Anderson (Rita) of Loveland, CO; grandchildren, Corbin, Kylie and Hudson Harmening of Oklahoma City; also, many cousins, nieces and nephews. She attended Bethany First Church of the Nazarene and was an active member of the Get Real Class. She grew up in Bethany, attended Putnam City Schools and during her early teens was an accomplished swimmer with the YMCA and the Kerr McGee Swim Club. Her greatest joy was being a devoted grandmother. She will be missed by her neighbors, family and friends. Viewing will be Friday, noon-9pm at Mercer-Adams. Services will be Saturday, January 5, 10:00am at Mercer-Adams Chapel.
Dale Owens
March 25, 1935 - December 31, 2012
Dale Owens, 77, of Oklahoma City, OK, passed away on Monday, December 31, 2012. He was born March 25, 1935 in Swifton, AR to Orvin and Francis Owens. He graduated from Swifton High School in 1953. While in high school, he met Helen Fowler whom he married in 1955. He served in the US Army during peacetime as a cryptographer at the Pentagon from 1957-1959. Dale was well known as a respected residential and commercial remodeling contractor, specializing in custom work and design for 43 years. His work was featured on the covers of Oklahoma Home and Lifestyle and Distributor magazines. Dale was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bethany. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Helen; son, Roger and his wife Parthena; daughter, Kelley; grandchildren, Jamie, Cameron and Kori, all of OKC; sister, Linda and her husband Larry Templeton and brother, Gary and his wife Suzanne, all of Swifton, AR. Dale was loved like a brother by his wife’s siblings, John, Powell, Joyce, Gary, Dave and Dennis. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Don, and sister, Evelyn. Viewing will be Thursday, January 3 with the family present from 5-7pm at Mercer-Adams, Bethany. Funeral service will be held Friday, January 4, 10:00am at First Baptist Church of Bethany. Dale will be laid to rest in Resurrection Memorial Cemetery following the service. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Bethany, 3800 N. Mueller, Bethany, OK 73008 or the Oklahoma Heart Hospital, 4050 W. Memorial Rd., OKC, OK 73120.
ARNOLD G. GARRISON
March 7, 1927 - December 27, 2012
Arnold G. Garrison, 85, died Dec. 27, 2012. He was born March 7, 1927 in Perrin, TX to George and Mary Garrison. He served in the Pacific during WWII with the Navy. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Bethany. He taught Sunday school and Training Union for many years and also served as an usher and a deacon. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Danita Moore; parents; and two brothers. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Belva; daughter, Sylvia Ham and husband Fred; grandsons, David Warren and Nicholas Moore; sister, Allyne Middleton; other family members and many friends. Viewing will be Friday, 10am-9pm at Mercer-Adams, Bethany. There will be private family services with burial in Bethany Cemetery.
Tracy Ann Waters
September 14, 1967 - December 30, 2012
Tracy Ann Waters, 45, left this earth to be with her Heavenly Father on December 30, 2012. She was born September 14, 1967 in Enid, OK to Jerald and Shirley Holt. She graduated from Blanchard High School. While working for Case and Associates as an assistant manager, she excelled due to her unselfish commitment to not only find housing but real homes for people. She was so very happy with helping others.
Tracy is survived by her parents, Jerald and Shirley Holt; grandmother, Opal Bowles; brothers, John Holt, Justin Holt and wife Jacquie; nephews, Marshall and Miles; and niece, Kathryn, all of Enid, OK.
The true loves of her life were her husband, Rick and her children, Drew, McKenzie and Price. Tracy also loved all of the Waters family.
We were all so truly blessed to have the time we had with Tracy and she will be missed always!
Services will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, January 4 at Mercer Adams Chapel in Bethany, OK.
Helen Groschick
March 21, 1936 - December 29, 2012
Helen Van (Sanford) Groschick, 76, died December 29, 2012 in OKC. She was born March 21, 1936 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was adopted at an early age by James P. “Pick” Sanford and Martha Van (Edwards) Sanford of Seminole, OK. She graduated from Seminole High School in 1954. She attended Oklahoma A&M; College, Stillwater, OK (Now Oklahoma State University) for a short period and attended a business college in OKC. She worked in the retail jewelry business for many years and retail music sales for 8 years. She met her husband, Paul E. Groschick in OKC and was married in Seminole, OK on November 6, 1960. She was preceded in death by her father in 1941 and mother in 1975; her grandson, S/SGT Tyler Paul Groschick, 22, USAF; parents-in-law, Erwin G. “Flip” Groschick, Sr. and Evelyn Randquist Groschick of Dill City, OK; and brother-in-law, Erwin G. Groshick, Jr., Clinton, OK. Survivors include her husband, Paul; son, Todd Sanford Groschick, OKC; grandson, S/SGT Taylor Jackson Groschick, 23, USAF; and granddaughter, A1C Tory Christian Groschick, 21, USAF. She is also survived by her sister, Jimmie Gould (Dennis) of Layton, UT; sisters-in-law, Carolyn Evetts (Kim), Fort Worth, TX, Gene Groschick, Clinton, OK; brother-in-law, Carl Groschick, OKC; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Viewing will be Wednesday, 9am-9pm with the family present from 6-8pm at Mercer-Adams. Services will be Thursday, January 3, 2:00pm at Mercer-Adams Chapel with interment in Chapel Hill Cemetery.
Carole (Blake) Johnson
November 12, 1934 - December 29, 2012
Carole (Blake) Johnson, 78, went home to meet Jesus on December 29, 2012 in Oklahoma City, OK. She was born on November 12, 1934 in Richmond, VA, the daughter of George Blake and Vivian (Smith) Blake. She married John E. Johnson on March 3, 1968 in St. Paul, Minnesota and at that moment they became a family of 13 and lived in Menomonie, WI. In June of 1970, they relocated the entire group to Bethany, OK and began a new life. Over the years, family was her most important passion. Carole spent her professional life as a bookkeeper for their own family business and local businesses in the Bethany area.
Music and singing with her family was her passion. She liked nothing better than to hear her kids and grandkids sing.
In 1977, Jack and Carole moved to Piedmont, OK. She was very involved in Piedmont Church of the Nazarene where they were charter members. Over the years she was the church pianist and sang faithfully in many of the services.
She was preceded in death by both of her parents, her brother Bill, sister, Marjorie, 2 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Jack and 11 children: Kate Smith and husband Terry, David Johnson, Carolyn Crites and husband Steve, Judy Davis and husband Greg, John M. Johnson and wife Denise, Margie Shreffler and husband Joe, Debbie Boyer and husband Tim, George Johnson and wife Ila, John E. Johnson Jr. and wife Barbara, Teri Miranda and husband Mark, and Cheryl Roberts and husband Mike. There are 32 surviving grandchildren and 46 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 10:00am, Friday, January 4, 2013 at Western Oaks Church of the Nazarene.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Carole Johnson Memorial Fund at F&M; Bank, Piedmont, OK.
