Obituaries

Robert Paul Birdwell 83, of Burns Flat

Robert Paul Birdwell was born Nov. 9, 1935, in Hammon, to Ruby Pickett (Wofford) and Samuel Robert Birdwell. He passed away July 6, 2019, at Clinton, at the age of 83 years, seven months and 27 days. Paul grew up in Butler where he attended school graduating in 1954.

William ‘Marlin’ Hawkins 83, of Oklahoma City

On Friday, June 21, 2019, William “Marlin” Hawkins, loving husband and father of two children, passed away at the age of 83. Marlin was born Oct. 6, 1935, in Dill City to James and Lula (Prescott) Hawkins. Marlin married the love of his life, Patsy (Peddy) Hawkins on Aug.

Charles Lee ‘Doc’ Turner 82, of Weatherford

Funeral service for Charles Lee “Doc” Turner D.C., 82 year-old Weatherford resident, will be held on Monday, July 8, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church with Pastor Earl Stephenson officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Lockstone Funeral Home.

Idell Madden Holman 85, of Rocky

Idell Madden Holman was born to Millard and Ida Madden on Nov. 21, 1933, at Elk City and passed away July 6, 2019, at the age of 85. She was the youngest of 11 children. Growing up, Idell lived in Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Helen Margaret Gambrell 96, of Burns Flat

Helen Margaret (Corcorran) Gambrell was born March 28, 1923, at Burns Flat, to Daniel and Cloy (Pringle) Corcorran. She met her heavenly father on June 19, 2019. Helen passed away at Corn Heritage Village Nursing Home in Corn, with her children by her side.

Aaron Eugene Williams 12, of Dill City

Aaron Eugene Williams, 12, of Dill City, passed away June 20, 2019. He was born on Jan. 24, 2007, in Elk City, Oklahoma, to Delbert Williams and Misty (Turner) Neeley. Aaron attended Sentinel Public Schools. He enjoyed the outdoors and loved the farm.

Darrell Davon Goodwin 79, of Oklahoma City

Darrell was born in Elk City to Ada (Thompson) and John Henry Goodwin. He was preceded in death by his parents. Darrell is survived by his sons Anthony Goodwin and wife Donna and John and wife Taryn; grandchildren Kyra Grace, Jude, and Nico and many other family members and friends.

Gerald D. Nickel 81, of Bessie

Gerald D. Nickel was born Oct. 31, 1937, in Clinton, to Otto and Emma (Von Essen) Nickel. He passed away on June 14, 2019, in his Bessie home. Gerald graduated from Oklahoma Bible Academy in Menno in 1955. Following graduation he attended Bethel College.

Truman Eugene Smith 89, of Hydro

Truman Eugene Smith was born July 18, 1929, to Othie and Bettie (Millwee) Smith. He passed away June 3, 2019, at his home in Hydro. Truman graduated from Hydro High School in 1946. Truman married Ila Belle Baskett on June 1, 1950, in Clinton.