Midwest City, OK 1890

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March 21, 1937 - November 28, 2013 MIDWEST CITY John Davis Martindale was born to Curtis and Amy Ruth Martindale on March 21, 1937 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2013, in Midwest City, OK, after a brief illness with pancreatic cancer. John graduated from Classen High School in 1955. John kept in touch with his classmates and continued to serve on the Board of Directors of the Classen High School Alumni Association. During John's career as a wholesale representative with Bridgestone/Firestone Tires covering parts of Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri, John met and kept in touch with many friends and acquaintances. John was a very active member at the Midwest City Elk's Lodge where he served as the Exalted Ruler from 2001-2003 and continued serving as a trustee. Additionally, he hosted karaoke at the Elk's Lodge, was an avid square dancer, bowler, and enjoyed many vacations with his special friend, Delores Chambers, whom he met in 2008. John will always be remembered for his thoughtfulness, kindness, love of Western movies (especially "Shane"), Country singers George Strait and Willie Nelson, and as one of the loudest Oklahoma Sooner football fans while in the stands or watching on TV. If you ever heard a big "WOOHOO" at the stadium you could almost bet it was John. John lived a very active life and always could make a friend out of a complete stranger. John was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 16 years Lois (2007) and his brother William (2009). He is survived by his two sons: John Davis Martindale, Jr. of Oklahoma City, OK and Jeffery Martindale of Redondo Beach, California; his sister: Ruth Ann and husband Dr. W. Stephen Gunter of Durham, North Carolina; sister-in-law: Patty Martindale of Piedmont, OK; two stepsons: Terry and wife Marta Head of Choctaw, OK and Larry and wife Angie Head of Choctaw, OK. He will also be fondly remembered by his 6 grandsons: T.J., Christopher, Zachary, Tyler, J.R., and Matthew along with his 4 great grandsons and also by many nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., in the Candlewood Chapel at Ford Funeral Service, 315 S. Sooner Road, Midwest City, OK.

Oct. 20, 1933 - April 7, 2014 MIDWEST CITY Wallace Reid Davis, born on October 20, 1933, went to his Lord on Monday, April 7, 2014 after a long illness at the VA Center in Norman, OK. Wallace retired after 22 years of service from the Air Force as a Senior Master Sargent. He has three children with four grandchildren. His extended family included three daughters, two grandchildren, with a newly born great-grandchild that brought a smile to his face. Instead of flowers, please consider contributions to the India Shrine Children's Fund. Services will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2014, at 10:00 AM at Resthaven Chapel at 500 SW 104, Oklahoma City, OK. -

Raymond “Ramon” Valdez, 74, went to be with his Lord on October 4, 2014 surrounded by family. Raymond was born to Joe and Eufemia Valdez on June 14, 1940 (Flag Day) in El Campo, Texas. Raymond retired from the USAF after 26 years of proudly serving his Country in the continental US and abroad which included Vietnam. He retired with the rank of Master Sergeant. After leaving the military he went into Civil Service and retired from Tinker Air Force Base. Raymond is survived by the love of his life Judy, two daughters, one grandson and one great grandchild; his brother Joe Valdez (Margo), sisters Corina Crockett, Linda Rivera (Junior) and Becky Sanchez; many treasured nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends whom he considered his extended family. He will be remembered for his patriotism and willingness to help others in need. Raymond served his community proudly being a Life Member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 39 – MWC, Midwest City Lions Club, Midwest City Elks Lodge #1890, Life Member of Veterans of Foreign War Post 9969 – Del City, La Societe de 40 et 8, RSVP of Oklahoma City, American Legion, National Order of Trench Rats and numerous other organizations. His cherished memories were of his fishing trips with his buddies of the MWC ELKS and Lions Club to Lake Texoma and Lake Eufaula. He enjoyed many years at Draper Lake where he had docked his pontoon boat. Oh, the stories Raymond would tell of the good times he had there with all his friends on Dock 1. Raymond enjoyed his travels around the globe while serving with the Air Force. He was an avid fan of OU football, loved to play darts and pool whenever he had the chance and loved to dance. His passion was for his fellow veterans and watching old westerns on the weekend. He has spent the last 25 years, in one capacity or another, raising funds for the Elks monthly Bingo games at the Norman Veteran’s Center. With his independent spirit and sense of humor, he enriched the lives of those around him. Raymond will be missed by all who knew him. Celebration of Life Services will be held at the Midwest City Elks Lodge # 1890 located at 8635 SE 15th Street, Midwest City, OK 73110 on Sunday, November 2, 2014. Services will begin at 2:00 pm In lieu of flowers please make contributions in honor of Raymond to the Midwest City Elks Lodge #1890. Designate that funds be used for the Veterans Committee which Raymond held the title of Veteran’s Committee Chairman.

Darwin E. Gass, 48 year-old resident of Choctaw, Oklahoma, passed away February 20, 2015 in Midwest City, Oklahoma. Born December 29, 1966 in Guymon, Oklahoma, he was the son of Don Gass and Clara Holder Gass. Darwin was a huge Oklahoma State fan; loved country music and George Strait was his favorite artist; and enjoyed woodworking. A member of the Elks Lodge in Midwest City, he loved square dancing especially spinning his wife. Darwin was a warehouseman for Hobby Lobby. He was preceded in death by his mother, Clara Gass. Survivors include his father, Don Gass of Choctaw, Oklahoma; his wife Julia Gass of the home; 2 sons, Wesley Coats and his wife Crystal of Choctaw, Oklahoma; and Roger Johnson and his fiance Sarah of Del City, Oklahoma; 2 daughters, Heather Butler and fiance Jason of Choctaw, Oklahoma; and Leah Payne and fiance Sean of Midwest City, Oklahoma; 7 grandchildren; 1 sister, Darla and her husband Michael Gibson of Harrah, Oklahoma; and 2 nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at Bill Eisenhour Northeast Chapel, 8805 NE 23rd St., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with Allen Rule officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Choctaw, Oklahoma. Memorial contributions may be made to Midwest City Elks Club, P. O. Box 10906, Midwest City, OK 73140

June 17, 1925 - September 11, 2015 MIDWEST CITY Our Mom Kathryn and Meme Kathryn Pauline Guthery was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on September 11, 2015. Mom lived 90 years full of blessings and beautiful memories. She was marked by incredible strength and toughness, deep joy, selfless love, delightful humor, and enough sass to keep everybody in line, which seems to be a dominant gene of the women in this family. Mom felt most proud on the arm of her beloved husband, Jack. She looked at him with sparkling eyes, and we only wish we had a front row seat to their undoubtedly precious, long-awaited heavenly reunion. Mom lived a life of faithful servanthood. Her generosity not only extended to her family and friends, but also to those seeking refuge. She relentlessly opened her doors to kids needing a loving place to call home. Prior to Dad's retirement, Mom could be caught watching birds, quilting, hosting Garden Club, fishing at Lake Texoma, watching Bomber "ANYTHING," and spending time or talking on the phone with her beloved sister, Jean. After that, Mom loved "heading down South" with Dad in the RV, entertaining their many friends they met along the way, drinking margaritas at the Arriba in Mexico, spending time at the Elks Lodge with friends, and throwing legendary Christmas get-togethers for her family. Mom leaves behind a legacy that will continue for generations. No matter the circumstances she was dealt, she persevered with a boatload of toughness and a heart full of thankfulness. Mom left an everlasting mark on our lives for the better. We will miss her sweet laugh, repeated stories, beef stew, chocolate sheet cake, and repeated stories. We won't forget her elated squeal when she saw us, the prolonged hugs when she embraced us, and our warmed hearts when she welcomed us. Until we meet again, her absence will leave a void that can only partially be filled by the many precious memories of our years together. May God grant us some of her enchantment for the remainder of our time on this earth to love others as she did. Mom's loving legacy includes her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Zeny Guthery; her son and daughter-in-law, David and Jeanie Guthery; her daughter and son-in-law, Jackie and Mike Castleberry; daughter and son-in-law, Susie and Gary Breece; her grandchildren, Aaron Guthery, Andy Guthery, Wendy Guthery Kunellis, Clay and Tuesday Guthery, Chris and Sarah Guthery, Carrie and Billy Friesen, Chance and Mandy Castleberry, Lindsay and Barrett Hall, Macey and Austin Fitzgerald, and Callie and Sam Mowrey; and 15 great-grandchildren. Acknowledgements: On behalf of our family, we sincerely appreciate all of the prayers, cards, telephone calls, visits, love, encouragement, and support. A special acknowledgement is sent out to the staffs of Physicians Choice Hospice, Autumn Leaves Memory Care, and Ford Funeral Service. May God bless you and keep you in perfect peace. A Celebration of Mom's Life will be Tuesday, September 15, at 11 a.m. at Candlelight Chapel at Ford Funeral Service. There will be a public Viewing 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Monday, September 14, at Ford Funeral Service. -