DARRELL REESE CONRAD
Darrell Reese Conrad, rural Palestine, Illinois, well known horseman,trainer, riding instructor and Class A horse judge passed away May 25, 2010. He was born July 16, 1931 in Palestine to Miles and Edith McGahey Conrad. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Lorene and his daughter, Stephanie an acomplished horsewoman. He is survived by his wife, Judith Chesnut Conrad. Judith's father was William Chesnut a harness racing announcer from Jasper County, Illinois. Also surviving are his sister in-law and brother in-law Peggy and John Reichman of Linton, Indiana, two nieces and a nephew. He was an United States Army Korean War veteran and was retired from Marathon Oil Company where he was a computer programer. Darrell's old fashion values and hard work ethic gave him the integrity it takes to be a horse judge. He is missed by family, friends and the many students which he taught the art of horsemanship.
LB BURLESON
LB Burleson is recovering at home from back surgery. He would love to hear from everyone. His number is 405-247-7592 or his e-mail – goldrose@fullnet.net or cell phone is 405-933-0281. He hopes to be up and running for the 2010 Show Season!
BOB HEIDLAGE
Bob Heidlage is a name well known among many in Oklahoma as an advocate for youth and the horse industry. His personality, commitment and dedication to his family, the families of countless youth in the 4-H program and families in the horse industry is unmatched.
Services will be held Saturday Feb. 20th at 10:00am St Cecilia Catholic Church, 1304 N Dorothy, Claremore, OK. Rice Funeral Home in Claremore is directing the service. If you enter Claremore on Highway 66, turn east on Blue Star, then right on Dorothy and the Church will be on the left.
The family has asked us to relay that in lieu of flowers, that those who wish may make donations to the Oklahoma 4-H Horse Project by forwarding contributions to the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation, 205 4-H Youth Development Building, Stillwater, Ok 74078 in memory of Bob Heidlage.
Peggy Jane Bannon
Passed away January 4, 2010.
She was a professional equine (horse) show judge for the American Paint Horse Association, Pinto Horse Association, Appaloosa Horse Club, Palomino Horse Breeders Association, International Buckskin Horse Association, North American Saddle Mule Association, Ponies of the Americas and National Snaffle Bit Association. She also officiated for Michigan, Ohio and Indiana 4-H Clubs.
Her judging career spanned thirty-five years and she traveled extensively throughout the United States, Canada and Europe (Germany).
Peg wishes to be remembered by the family, friends and associates as the professional, vibrant, energetic and outgoing woman that she personified.
Arrangements made by Wm. R. Hamilton Co., Mt. Clemens.
Joe Buresh of Oxford Junction IA.
Joe who is in the Hall of Fame for his 1988 stallion PAUL'S GOLDEN BILL, owned by Joe/Alda Buresh, Oxford Junction, IA. has passed away. He was a long time supporter of the Golden Saddlebred in several associations, along with his first wife Alda and second wife Joyce.
DR. J.B. Stewart, passed away October 17, 2009.
He was the Father of Past PHBA President and long time member J Benham Stewart JR and Grandfather of Louise "Lulu" Stewart of Singing Pines Plantation in Glenwood, GA.
Dr. James Benham Stewart -GLENWOOD - Dr. James Benham Stewart was born March 15, 1913 to David C. and Tilly Benham Stewart of Birmingham, Alabama. He was married to Katherine Jordan of Wheeler County in 1939. They lived in Macon, GA where he practiced medicine. He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, parents, one brother: Cuthel Stewart, and one sister: Rosa Stewart Harris. -He is survived by one son: James Benham Stewart, Jr. and daughter-in-law: Louise Lamar Stewart; one granddaughter: Louise Stewart Wilcox; one grandson: James B. Stewart III and wife, Tracey Brantley Stewart; one great-grandson: Grant Brantley Stewart; and one great-grandchild on the way. -Dr. Stewart attended college at Birmingham Southern and Emory University where he received his Medical Degree. He served his country as Captain in the Army Medical Core during World War II. He was a member of Mulberry Methodist Church where he served in the Board of Stewards, Board of Trustees, and taught Sunday School. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, the Knife and Fork Club, the American College of Surgeons, the Georgia Medical Association and the Middle Georgia Medical Association. Dr. Stewart was on the Board of the Macon Rescue Mission, the Middle Georgia Hospital, and Birmingham Southern University. He was Board Certified in General Surgery, Abdominal Surgery, and served on both Boards. He started in practice with Dr. C.C. Harold and Dr. Tom Harold. After 25 years of practice, he partnered with Dr. Jack Menendez and Dr. Donald Rhames: operating as Dr. Stewart, Menendez and Rhames. -Dr. Stewart was a devoted husband, loving father, dedicated doctor, and good Samaritan. He lived the last few years of his life in Jordan, Georgia with his son and daughter-in-law. He went to be with the Lord at home on October 17, 2009. -Visitation will be Tuesday, October 20th from 6pm until 9pm at Towns Funeral Home in Alamo, GA. -Services will be held Wednesday, October 21st at Shiloh United Methodist Church with Rev. Samuel Palmer Lamback and Rev. Ron Womack officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. -A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 22nd at Mulberry Methodist Church in Macon, GA. -In lieu of flowers please send memorial gifts to the Christian Family Center (a drug and alcohol rehab center for men): P.O. Box 149 Rockledge, GA 30454 (912-529-6712). -Towns Funeral Home of Alamo in charge of arrangements.
October 8, 2009 -- Randy Wilson of Ball Ground, Georgia, died Wednesday.
The AQHA 20-year breeder, who was a longtime AQHA judge and trainer, had suffered from cancer. He turned 60 nine days before his death. Randy trained western pleasure horses early in his career and later specialized in halter horses.“I had an eye for a good horse when I was young,” he told The Journal in an interview in 2006. “I started picking out babies, and I would pick out a (halter) baby and take it and work with it and go to the futurities.” Randy told the Journal he enjoyed judging in addition to training, though he gave up his judges card when his cancer became severe. He also previously had cards with the Palomino Horse Breeders of America and the National Snaffle Bit Association. “I like having something to do with the way that the horses are getting their points and knowing that I am making sure people are doing things the right way instead of the wrong way,” he said. “I try to be very patient with the kids and the amateurs and Select amateurs, and I want to see them do good. I try to judge on the positive, not the negative. If someone makes a mistake or has a penalty, you have to charge them with it, but I look for the good things in the horses and the riders.“When I’m in the show pen, I’m there to see that the exhibitors enjoy what they are doing.”As Randy fought cancer, his AQHA family rallied around him. During the recent Reichert Celebration, a donated Harris show saddle was auctioned to raise money for Randy. Mike Farina purchased the saddle for $20,000. “AQHA is grateful for the 27 years of service Randy gave to the judging community,” said Alex Ross, AQHA executive director of judges. “Randy was always professional when representing AQHA and had the unique ability to combine his courteous manner along with his equine expertise.”Randy was a veteran of the U.S. Naval Air Reserve. He worked as an equine appraiser. Survivors include his wife, Pam, who is also a horse trainer; his daughter, Dana, an exhibitor; and his son, Christopher.
Jeanne Rhoades of Georgia
Jeanne Rhoads passed away on March 30, 2009 at the age of 67. She was a native of Grayslake, Illinois, but made her home in Georgia for the past 25 years. Rhoades was a member of the Palomino Horse Breeders of America, the American Quarter Horse Association and the National Snaffle Bit Association. She served on many Committees and was on the PHBA Amateur Executive Board.
Rhoades was the owner and exhibitor of several great palominos such as, FIRST STRING SKIP, the first World Champion color horse and the stallion ZIPPOS STRAIT TO YOU, winning 11 PHBA World and Reserve Championships for her and her husband, PHBA judge James Rhoades.
Survivors include her husband, daughter, Dawn Howington and son, Robert Rhoades, two grandsons, Dusty Little and Lane Howington, a granddaughter, Rachel Little and one great grandson Kaleb Burkhart.
SALLEY - Everett S., passed away June 13, 2008, at his home.
Born March 11, 1935, in Burr, TX to Clifton and Mary Salley. He was the youngest of 5 children. He graduated from Tidehaven High School in 1953 as Salutatorian of his class. He had a successful athletic career in high school as he was the 1st Player from a Class A School ever to play in the Texas High School All-Star Game. He went on to attend Texas Christian University (TCU) on a full football scholarship and lettered as sophomore and played in the Cotton Bowl. He received his degree in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. He married Marilyn Breno and lived in Fort Worth, TX where he was President of North Texas Advertising, Inc. In 1968 they moved to Tulsa where he was the President and CEO of Breno Painting Company for 8 years. In 1976 he purchased the Tulsa Stockyards, which was one of the premier Livestock Auctions in North Eastern Oklahoma. He owned and operated the Stockyards until 1996. In 1978, he founded Green Country Horse Sale Company which conducted registered Quarter Horse Sales from California to Florida. They had numerous sales, which included three different events for the legendary King Ranch, plus many other events all across the United States. In 1980 he established the Tulsa Holiday Circuit which held AQHA Horse Shows in July and December at the Tulsa Expo Center and still today is one of the longest running AQHA Horse Shows in America. After a short retirement he worked for Southwest General Agency for 6 years. During his career he served as President of many organizations; American Quarter Horse Assoc., Oklahoma Quarter Horse Assoc., Palomino Horse Breeders Assoc., Oklahoma Palomino Assoc., Goodwill Industries of Tulsa, Livestock Market Assoc. of Oklahoma, Tulsa Twisters - Professional Rodeo Team, plus many other directorships and offices of social and civic organizations. member of Church of St. Mary's and a former member of Southern Hills Country Club. Everett was preceded in death by: his parents, Clifton and Mary Salley; sister, Wanda Bunton of Wharton, TX. Survivors include: his wife of 43 years, Marilyn Salley; son, Cas Salley and fiance Melanie Lively of Watova, OK; daughter, Lisa Jones and husband Steve of Overland Park, KS; grand children, Kaslin and Clay Salley, Amelia and Andrew Jones; Brothers C.D. Salley of Harrison, AR, Al Salley of Rockport, TX; and sister and brother-in-law Hazel and R.E. Roecker of Markham, TX.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Jr. Livestock Scholarship Fund c/o Tulsa State Fair, PO Box 4735, Tulsa, OK 74159 and the Retired Priest Fund of the Tulsa Diocese PO Box 690240, Tulsa, OK 74169.
Graveside funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 17, at Calvary Cemetery, Msgr. Dennis C. Domey officiating, directed by Moore's Eastlawn Chapel , (918) 622-1155
L.J. "Bill" Farrelly
(Died November 20, 2009)
Born in a horse-drawn wagon in Saskatchewan, Canada, while his dad was following the wheat fields, Bill Farrelly, PCQHA President of 1971, migrated to Iowa following the death of his mother. In Iowa he resided at “Boys Town” and was adopted at the age of eleven and moved to New Mexico. He boarded a greyhound bus alone and traveled from Iowa to New Mexico to start his new life with his newly adopted family. Bill still calls New Mexico his home and lived there until he came to California. Bill joined the Air Force during World War II and became a Radar and Communications Officer. He moved to California in 1953 when Bendix Corporation set up their West Coast office and was West Coast Supervisor of their Kansas City Division. Retiring in 1980 from Bendix, Bill and Margo moved to Pilot Hill, California.
Bill served on the Board of Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Association in 1967, elevating to President in 1971 and returning to service as a Board of Director in 1988. Bill was honored as PCQHA’S 1st Director Emeritus, and was inducted into the PCQHA Hall of Fame in 2001. Bill was also a Past president of Valley quarter Horse Association and served as President of the Pacific Coast Palomino Exhibitor’s Association. Bill was appointed by Ronald Reagan when he was Governor of California to the 1st California Drug Advisory Committee. Bill was a National Director for the Palomino Horse Breeder of America; Inc. He was an AQHA judge and quarter Horse Breeder for 45 years, and a recognized Judge for Paint, Pinto and Buckskin Associations, as well as Open Shows. Bill had a long and distinguished association in the Quarter Horse Industry and was instrumental in keeping PCQHA “on track’ for over 30 years.
Bill was very involved I the raising, breeding, and showing of his beautiful and beloved Quarter Horse, First Trial. First Trial was an AQHA Champion, Superior Halter, ROM Performance and PCQHA Champion for three years. By the age of 3, Fist Trial had won 61 fist places and stood Grand Champion or Reserve Champion 25 times. All of his halter points and performance points were earned at PCQHA approved shows. At the age of 7, Fist Trial earned the title of AQHA Champion Stallion and retired from showing. First Trial was inducted into the PCQHA Hall of Fame in 2002.
Bill is survived by his wife Margo of 37 years, 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Donations can be made to BDSRA (Batten’s Disease Support & Research Association).
Wincie Carson
(Died November 15, 2009)
Mrs. Wincie Deakins Carson, of Dalton, died Sunday, November 15, 2009. She was the daughter of the late S.A. and Georgia Britton Deakins and was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert C. Hamilton and her husband of 39 years, Dr. Willard P. Carson; sisters, Marjorie Schisler, Georgia Dillard and Mary Crowell.
Wincie is survived by her daughters and son-in-law, Carol and Terry Goble, Sr. of Dalton and Bobbye Thomason of Chatsworth,GA.; grandchildren, Lisa and Ross Meentemeyer, Anne-Marie and Terry Goble, Jr., Jamey McCamy and Jennifer Owens, Christi and Patrick Sparks; great-grandchildren, Asa and Aidan Meentemeyer, Chase and Cashton Goble, Carson McCamy, Cole and Landri Sparks; nieces and nephews also survive.
Services held Thursday at 3 P.M. in the chapel of Love Funeral Home with Dr. Robin L. Lindsey officiating. Burial will be in West Hill Cemetery.
Judy Harper September 5, 1958 - May 22, 2008
A long time resident of Collinsville, OK and PHBA member lossed her courageous battle with cancer on May 22, 2008. Judy, an avid horsewoman, use to show in the Palomino circuit with her good friend, Gail Simmons, aka "Mom". Judy was working with a new horse project, a buckskin filly, that was out of her late palomino show mare, "Lace". Unfortunately, Judy's potentially renewed show career, here on earth, ended with her untimely death. Judy, a Christian, lived with a very strong faith and conviction in the Lord. When a friend/loved one passes, we question the "why" and seek understanding/reasoning for their departure from our lives. Reflecting on her life and the individuals that pre-departed: Lucy, a beautiful friend/person, and an avid horsewoman; Orren, has the talent for beauty and artistic detail and the gift of telling a great story; Jerry, the eye for the physical attributes of confirmation and muscling: Bill, his talent for keeping hooves finely manicured; and another never forgotten friend/horsewoman, Tabitha (PtHA/AQHA)....I choose to believe that they are all part of God's plan, since Jesus is returning on a White Horse (Revelation 19:11 And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war). Therefore, they all must be collectively participating in the creation of an Amazingly Magnificant Steed. (As you read this, I am sure that you also thought of a loved one that is also participating!)
Equine Artist Orren Mixer Dies at 87
Renowned equine artist Orren Marion Mixer died on Tuesday. He was 87.
Mixer was born in Oklahoma City in 1920 to Florence Motter and Orren Marion Mixer Sr. After attending public schools, he graduated from Central High School and through the efforts of his high school art teacher, Grace Chadwick, he obtained a scholarship to attend the Kansas City Art Institute from 1938-40.
Mixer worked in graphic arts in New York, Oklahoma City, and Fort Worth, Texas, before moving to San Diego to work in an aircraft manufacturing plant. He returned to Fort Worth in 1943 and joined the US Navy. Stationed in Chicago, he was a visual aids graphic artist.
In his personal time, Mixer painted Western scenes, and his first sales came through a Chicago sporting goods store. Discharged from the service in 1946, he brought his wife, Evelyn Leonard, whom he’d married in 1941, back to Oklahoma, where he built a house and studio near Arcadia/Edmond.
Mixer became a well-known local Western artist during the 1950s and 1960s. Livestock, particularly horses, became his specialty, and his work graced the covers of Western Horseman, The Quarter Horse Journal, Cattleman, and Oklahoma Today. In June 1991, Palomino Horse Breeders of America commissioned Mixer to commemorate PHBA’s 50th Anniversary on Canvas. This painting is the palomino "Stallion”. He also painted the “Mare and Foal”. He has been involved with several other horse associations as well. Just to name a few - American Quarter Horse, Pinto, Paint, Appaloosa, Buckskin, and Pony of the Americas.
Briefly retired during the 1980s, Mixer resumed his artistic productions in the mid-1990s, still working from a studio near Arcadia.
Orren will be greatly missed by all.
Maxine A. (Bonner) - Marvin Hamrick mother
Passed away at 12:33 PM at her residence surrounded by family on 3-21-08.
Viewing is from 1 to 8 on Tuesday 3-25-08 with funeral services at the funeral home on 3-26-08 at 10:30 and graveside service to follow.
Zwick Jahn Funeral Home, at 520 N 2nd St., Decatur Indiana, 46733 260-724-9164
Full Obituary can be viewed at www.zwickjahn.com
Mark D. Smith - July 9, 1955 – February 9, 2008
Mark suffered cardiac arrest while hospitalized after a long hard battle with the ravages of diabetes. He was a long time member and judge of the Palomino Association, which he loved dearly.
Mark was the manager of Chick Smith Horse Farms for many years in Florida and Texas where he stood Jude’s Go Bo, Pacific Buzz Saw, Cotton Pass, Strate O’Quinn and others.
Mark was an active campaigner of many champions both Palomino and AQHA.
He leaves many throughout the United States whose lives he touched who called him friend…he is sorely missed.
Rita Marie Faulk
Rita Marie Faulk (nee Napolitan), 64, a resident of Washington Township since 1983, died Friday, Feb. 1, 2008, in Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Clinton Township. She was born Jan. 14, 1944, in Detroit.
Mrs. Faulk along with her husband Gilbert "Jack" was the co-owner of J&R Stables since 1971. They started the stable on Clinton River Road and Schoenherr in Sterling Heights and moved in 1983 to the present site in Washington Township.
A former resident of Sterling Heights, she was a founding member and leader of 4H Macomb County and Washington Raiders since 1997.
She also was an avid fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, organizing and performing many trail ride shows with pledge money going to the research hospital. She was twice invited to the hospital in Memphis, Tenn. for awards ceremonies for gaining the highest amount of pledges raised in the United States for horse trail rides.
Mrs. Faulk was a ride instructor for 36 years. She enjoyed breeding, raising and showing palomino, quarter and paint horses around the country. She was the 1963-1964 Macomb County Pageant Queen.
A lifetime member of the Michigan Quarter Horse Association (MQHA), she was a member of American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), American Paint Horse Association (APHA), Palomino Horse Breeders of America (PHBA) and International Buckskin Horse Association (IBHA).
She held a judge card for more than 20 years for the PHBA and judges palomino horse shows and also held a buckskin judge card to judge buckskin shows.
Mrs. Faulk is survived by her husband, Gilbert "Jack" Faulk; children, Tina Marie (William) Nicks, Cody Faulk, Karen (Michael) Belleville and Jack Faulk; grandchildren, Amber Michelle Nicks and Maggie Marie Nicks; eight step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; and close friend, Melody Savada.
She was predeceased by her daughter, Paula Oulette; and brother, Thomas A. Napolitan.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (three blocks east of Van Dyke), Utica. Burial will be in Cadillac Memorial Gardens East, Clinton Township.
Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 2-9 p.m. Tuesday, with a 7 p.m. rosary recital.
Memorial contributions may be addressed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Memories may be shared with the family at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com.
John F. Cole
ADRIAN MI John F. Cole, age 91, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, in Adrian at Charlotte Stephenson Manor.
He was born June 22, 1916, in Weston, Mich., to Fred Cole and Louise Haviland. He married Mary Elizabeth Wilson in LaGrange, Ind., in 1935. She preceded him in death in 1998. Also preceding him was his son, Gerald Lee Cole; brothers, Clarence Cole, Harold Cole, and sisters Mildred Shaneour and Florence Reed.
John loved farming the Weston farm where he was born, as his father and grandfather had, and now his son, Jerry. He loved talking about the history of the Cole family and Weston. He loved to read and was very knowledgeable in many fields. He was also a pilot, learning to fly in the 1930s. He loved to travel and go fishing.
He worked skilled trades for Harvey Aluminum, Martin Marietta, Bridgeport Brass and retired from General Motors, Adrian.
John was a co-founder of the Fairfield Township Fire Department and served as captain. He was a member of the Weston Baptist Church and Morenci American Legion. He was a veteran, serving in the Army during World War II and he also worked in the war plants, Hurd Lock and ?The Mag? magnesium plant as a supervisor.
He is survived by daughters Nancy (Donald) Bailey of Manitou Beach and Mary Ann (Roger) Fielitz of Archbold, Ohio; grandchildren, Aaron and Laura Bailey, Randy and Jeff Fielitz, Debbie and Linda Cole, Chris Cole and several great-grandchildren; brother-in-law J.B. Wilson, sisters-in-law, Jean ?Sis? Poucher, Betty Lou Young and Pat Weiner, and special nephew Ted Turner.
Funeral services for John will be at Wagley Funeral Home on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, at 1 p.m. with Pastor Dan Maguire officiating. Visitation will be on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorial contributions in memory of John may be made to the Weston Baptist Church or Fairfield Township Fire Department. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.
Glenn F. "Jack" Anderson
(May 26, 1924 - February 10, 2008) Glenn F.
Glenn F. "Jack" Anderson, age 83, died February 10, 2008 at home in his sleep of heart failure. He was born in St. Joseph, MO, the only son of Glenn and Luella Anderson. They preceded him in death, as did his two older sisters, Dorothy and Harriet; a grandson, David; and, his beloved wife, Genelle.
Jack was a hard worker all of his life and a great student and athlete. He earned a football scholarship to Missouri University but enlisted in the Naval Air Force and flew Corsairs off aircraft carriers in the South Pacific during WWII. He received a BA in political science from Westminster College where he was president of the student body and earned an internship to American University in Washington, DC
Jack married Genelle Martin and spent the rest of his life in Tulsa and Broken Arrow. He was in the oil business, traded in real estate and on the Bent Arrow Ranch, he raised champion Palominos and giant homing pigeons. He was president of the American Quarter Horse Association, the Palomino Horse Breeders of America and the American Giant Homer Association and is in the Hall of Fame for all three. His wife, Genelle died in 1993. A few years later, he re-discovered his former high school sweetheart, Lynn Bowen Mensch at their 55th high school reunion and they were married in November of 1997.
Jack is survived by his wife, Lynn; sons, Andy and George; his daughter, Becky Mitchell; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and many, many friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the AQHA Scholarship Fund, PO Box 200, Amarillo, TX 79168 or St. Francis Hospice Home Building Fund, 6600
ROBERTS - Lucy O'Bert, (formerly Creekmore),54, ended her courageous battle with breast cancer on Monday, November 26, 2007. Born February 2, 1953 in Los Angeles, CA, to Lawrence (Bud) and Anna Lucy O'Bert. Lucy was cheerful, bright and industrious even as a small girl. According to her mother, shortly after the family moved to Tulsa when she was 5, Lucy galloped around the. neighborhood on her stick horse introducing herself to the neighbors.
Lucy attended Tulsa Public Schools, graduating from Edison High School. She attended OSU earning both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in education. After teaching in a little one-room red schoolhouse for about a year, Lucy attended law school at the University of Tulsa, graduating with her Juris Doctorate decree in 1979. In the fall of 1979, Lucy began her career as a prosecutor when she became an Assistant District Attorney with the Tulsa County District Attorney's Office. In her 12 years with the District Attorney's Office, Lucy advanced from handling child support and mental health matters to being a Senior Trial Team Captain and felony prosecutor.
Lucy won over even veteran homicide detectives who did not think women capable of prosecuting murder cases, with those same detectives later seeking her out to handle their cases. In 1991, Lucy became an Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma, continuing her work as a career prosecutor; handling many important gun and drug prosecutions and working with law enforcement make a difference on the Project Safe Neighborhoods Program. Early in her career Lucy forged a reputation as a fair, honest, hard working prosecutor who was known for her intense preparation and dedication, frequently working evenings and weekends, long after others were gone, to ensure she was fully prepared for hearings and trials. She earned the lasting respect and admiration of colleagues, opposing attorneys, law enforcement personnel and judges, who looked forward to her appearances in their courts, knowing she would always be professional and prepared.
Lucy's time away from the office was usually spent with friends, horses and dogs (not necessarily in that order). She successfully showed Palomino horses through the Oklahoma Palomino Exhibitors Association for many years. She later tried her hand at roping and team penning, usually accompanied by her beloved dogs. In August 1999, Lucy married David E. Roberts, who shared her love of dogs, the outdoors and had a common connection to law enforcement. Dave became Lucy's best friend, her rock, protector and the person who always made her laugh. In her last difficult days, she rarely wanted him away from her side. Lucy and Dave created a wonderful life together, hosting great Halloween parties, taking trips to the mountains which Lucy loved, and spending time with the family dogs, Yona, Sugar, Rancher and Kate.
Lucy bravely battled breast cancer for over 3 years earning even more admiration from friends and colleagues. She continued to work and handle a difficult case load until the end of August, when her condition forced her to accept medical retirement from the U.S. Attorney's Office. It was probably the hardest decision she ever made because she so loved her work. Lucy faced her struggle with cancer like she did everything else, with dignity, strength, humor and compassion, worrying about Dave and friends who helped her in her final days. Lucy leaves behind: her devoted husband, Dave; and the family dogs; her parents; brother, Mike and his family; Dave's family who loved her as one of their own; and a circle of friends whose lives will not be the same without her. That Lucy had 5 best friends who devoted time to be with her in her final weeks is a testament to the kind of friend she was smart, funny, fiercely loyal, loving and always there when needed.
Lucy wore her "Life is Good" shirts to the end. She lived it and believed it despite her illness. She would want all of those left behind to continue to believe it too. What a joy to know she will be waiting to greet us at Heaven's gate. Service will be held at 10 a.m., on Thursday, November 29 at Grace Lutheran Church, where Lucy was baptized and confirmed. Interment will follow at Floral Haven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lucy's name to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244. Moore's Southlawn Chapel
Lawrence C. Grilliot of Dayton, Ohio passed away Saturday September 29th at the age of 89. He was born in Dayton on May 17, 1918 and graduated from Roosevelt High School and Miami Jacobs Business College. He was a 1st Lt and flight instructor of the B-17 in the Army Air Corp during WWII, President Emeritus of Morning Pride Manufacturing Inc. (1945-1981).
Larry was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association, Life member of Ohio Quarter Horse Association, AQHA judge 1970-1988, worked at the Quarter Horse Congress from 1967 until 2000 (15 year member of the Team Tournament Committee, Equipment Judge). Larry was a member of the Palomino Horse Breeders of America, PHBA judge 1967-1988, past officer and member of Palomino Exhibitors Association of Ohio. He held judges cards for several additional breeds and associations such as Pinto, American Horse Show and Ponies of the Americas.
Larry was a founding member and officer of the Central States Horse Show Association, President and charter member of the Miami Valley Rangers, past chairman of their Box 21 Rodeo, President and member of the Triangle R Riders, member of the Ohio Western Horse Association and the Midwest Horse Association.
He was an Assistant Troop Leader #119 of the Boy Scouts of America, Scout Master at the National Jamboree 1964, charter member of Assumption Church in Dayton, Ohio, and currently a member of Transfiguration Catholic Church in West Milton, Ohio.
His wife of over 50 years, Mary E. preceded him in death in 1996, as did his first son, Arthur T., in 1947. Larry is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law Carolyn M. and Paul G. McLaughlin and Beverly J. [current board member of PHBA] and Paul E. Armstrong; and son and daughter-in-law William L. (Bill) and Mary I. Grilliot ; four grandchildren Lt. Col. Paul R. McLaughlin (Stefanie), Terri A. (Anthony) Wyman, Moira L. [Immediate Past President of PHBA-A] (Patrick [2nd Vice President of Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association]) and William L. Grilliot, Jr.; eight great grand children, special friend Betty Norton and a host of family and friends. Larry will be missed by many but his legacy will live on.
A scholarship in his honor has been established through the Palomino Horse Breeders of America Youth Scholarship &Educational Fund. Contributions may be sent to PHBA YS & EF, 15253 E. Skelly Dr., Tulsa, Ok. 74116-2637
Jeffrey Robert Moore passed away on September 29, 2007 after a brief but valiant battle with brain cancer. Jeff was born on born August 14, 1949 to Chester T Moore and the former Margaret Isabelle Siegismund in Tulsa OK. Jeff graduated from Central High School in 1967. Jeff graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1972 with a degree in education. Jeff played football for OSU from 1967-69. He obtained a Masters Degree in administration from Northeastern State University. He first utilized his teaching and coaching skills as Head Coach in 1972 at Lamont High School, Lamont, OK. Jeff was Head Coach from 1973-74 at Sand Springs High School, Sand Springs, OK. Jeff was Head Coach from 1974-76 at Cascia Hall Preparatory School, Tulsa, OK. In 1977 he went to Union High School, Tulsa, OK to teach physics, chemistry and assist in coaching football.
Jeff adopted his daughter Holly in 1986. He was a devoted father and mentor. Today she is a successful veterinarian in Houston, TX. He married the former Donna Mosley on May 18, 2002 after meeting her at Asbury Methodist Church.
Jeff is preceded in death by his father and mother. He is survived by his wife Donna, Tulsa, OK; daughter Holly and her husband Jerimy Polf, Houston, TX, brother Gary and his wife Cindy Chilton Moore, Broken Arrow OK, and nephews Jaque, Jeremy, Jerod and Justin, Tulsa, OK, sister Carol Turner, Chesterfield, MO, nieces Cindy Turner, Elizabethtown, KY and Elizabeth Turner, Ballwin, MO;
In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations to the Oklahoma State University Foundation, In memory of Jeffrey R Moore, PO Box 1749, Stillwater, OK 74076-1749
Bruce Pfaff Update
Bruce did really good at Blake's college graduation. He was taken to the airport by my next door neighbor- they wouldn't let the neighbor take him to the plane. So the airlines took him to the plane. He had to walk up 7 steps to get on the plane. He made it to the seat. Courtney was able to get all the way to the gate at Savannah and pick him up. They then went to lunch with Blake. Bruce was good at the townhouse at the beach, but we were all nervous. He fell once. We took him to the ocean and took the wheel chair right in. He said the chair was sinking- I told him we wouldn't let it get past his head!! Then he was able to walk by himself in the pool. That really excited him. Every day was great, but it poured on graduation day. Everything was inside, so once we got there it was ok. Bruce & I flew back the next day, which was a bit of a fiasco, cancelled flights etc. But we made it. He was in tears when I took him back to the rehab center, he begged me not to take him back. It was horrible. He did manage to escape the locked facility that evening- got out the front door, called Courtney and said he was walking home (50 miles) The good news, The director has gotten a grant for him for one on one speech and physical therapy for him for the month of July. She would like to move him to a Brain injury supervised apartment in August, which will start to give him more freedom and teach him how to do things in the real world again and how to function with a handicap. He's really doing well- just very slow to respond. He says he has to really think when asked a question- responses aren't spontaneous anymore. His speech is still very odd and his vision is still a mess. But overall he's really made a huge improvement in the past month. The palomino kids in NJ did a fund raiser for him. Courtney took him to the bank to let him cash the check. It put some money in his pocket for his trip, he was able to buy Blake lunch, get him a card and pick up the medicine at the pharmacy. I could tell he felt really good that he didn't have to ask for money. I can't think them enough.
William Paul Kuznik
Penn Township
William Paul Kuznik, 49, of Penn Township died Friday May 11, 2007 at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital in Pittsburgh from complications of Juvenile Diabetes. Born January 23, 1958 in Greensburg PA, Paul was the son of William G. and Merle Smith Kuznik and was of the third generation to work his family’s farm in Pleasant Valley. He was a 1976 graduate of Penn-Trafford High School and a member of the Community United Methodist Church of the Harrison City Area. Paul was a dedicated voter and was a member of the Penn Township Democratic Club and VotePA. Although he battled autism as well as his diabetes, Paul was an active horseman, and belonged to the American Quarter Horse Association, Palomino Horse Breeders of America, and the Pennsylvania Palomino Exhibitors Association (PPEA.) With his horse Hobby Horse Top Jazz (“Boo”) he won PHBA national points and numerous regional and state awards in the PPEA and the Tri-State Quarter Horse Association. Over the years, Paul also enjoyed membership in Westmoreland ARC, Camp Carroll, the Flour Bag Fort 4-H Horse Club, the Slovene National Benefit Society (SNPJ), and YMCA Swimming. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents, many dear aunts and uncles, cousin Kurt Hollendonner, and many beloved animals including Dalmatians Dally and Domino, and horses True Grit and JJ. He is survived by his mother and a sister Marybeth Kuznik at home, other relatives, and his animals. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and 12 to 1 PM Thursday at JAMES E. LINDSAY FUNERAL HOME INC., 3343 Route 130 Harrison City, 724-744-2721. Services will be at 1 PM Thursday at the Community United Methodist Church, 3437 Route 130 with the Reverend John Ciampa officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to either VotePA or the Pennsylvania Palomino Exhibitors Association c/o 6093 Pleasant Valley Road, Irwin PA 15642.
Ocala, Florida, Hershel Williams died at his home January 1, 2007 of Cancer.
Originator of the ice cream business known as Mr Music Man in Tampa, Florida, and started with a single truck and within 10 years had a fleet of thirty trucks. In 1967 he owned Eagle Man who he made a State Champion, and won 13 Florida Halter Futurities with his offspring. He was a Lifetime Member of AQHA and was State Inspector for PHBA showing PHBA Halter horses in the 1960's. He bred, raised, bought and sold AQHA & APHA horses, standing Fair Dollar, Clayboy, Iluminus, JM Kidrizma to name a few.
Hershel had an uncanny eye for a quality horse and often referred to his mentor, George Tyler, of Texas as helping him get started in the horse business. He never met a stranger, and was always there to give a hand, advice or visit with a fellow horseman. Hershel was born in Sulphur Springs, north of Tampa, Florida and moved to Fitzhugh, Oklahoma in the 1970's. He was instrumental in the sale of Docs Prescription to Glenn Neans of Round Rock, Texas for Eddie Wilson. He owned Hollywood Sport and sold many cutting bred, and show bred broodmares to many top horsemen.
He was married to Diane J. Williams for 34 years, and his surviving children are Hershel A. Williams of Fitzhugh, Ok., Vickie S. Williams of Plant City, Margaret L. (Sis) Williams of Tampa. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County.
The Celebration will be on Saturday Jan. 13th, 11 am in the sale ring of the SE Livestock Pavilion. You can log onto the website at Roberts Funeral Homes for all information, they should have it up soon.