OBITUARIES
Kenneth Roy Hickman
Kenneth Roy Hickman
August 16, 1947 – June 2, 2014
NOCONA – Kenneth Roy Hickman, 66, passed away June 2, 2014 at home in Nocona, TX.
Visitation was 6 – 7 p.m. at Jerry Woods Funeral Home of Nocona.
Funeral service was June 5 at the First United Methodist Church, Nocona, TX and burial will follow in Nocona Cemetery.
Kenneth was born Aug. 16, 1947, in Escondido, CA to Harry and Delma (Boydston) Hickman. He married Anna Buck June 11, 1977, in Ardmore, OK.
Ken graduated from Knox City High School in 1965 and went on to Midwestern State University and later transferred to the University of North Texas. In high school he went to work at 15 years old at the Knox City News. In college he worked at the Denton Record Chronicle, later became a journeyman printer and traveled about working as a printer for the next twelve years. He worked as a printer for the Odessa American, Big Spring, Lubbock Avalanche Journal, San Francisco Examiner, Wichita Falls Times Record News, Humphrey Printing, and Sprekelmeyer Printing in Ardmore, OK.
Ken went to work in the oil field and learned the oil business. He and Anna owned and operated Henrietta Care Center in 1983. He also was a carpenter/builder, a trade he and his brother Mike learned from their Dad. Ken, Lynn Adams, Mike Hickman, and Benjamin Gomez built Uncle Lynn’s Catfish Restaurant in Wichita Falls, TX.
Ken later became involved in the real estate business and he and Anna owned STAR Properties in Nocona, and he continued to be involved in the oil business. He and Lynn, his brother-in-law and friend, always joked about not having any hobbies.
He was preceded in death by his dad and younger brother, Mike.
He is survived by his mother, his wife Anna Hickman, Nocona, nephews, Michael J. Hickman and Jason A. Hickman and their families of Abilene; very special extended members, Lynn and Mary Adams, Bettie Brinkerhoff, and many special nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Kenneth was a smart, wise, kind, and always dependable. He had a happy heart and was so easy to love.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, www.nationalmssociety.org, (214) 373-1400 or to the First United Methodist Church, c/o Scott Melton, P.O. Box 328, Nocona, TX 76255.
Paid publication
OBITUARIES
Linda Chloe Norwood Wade
June 29, 1943 – July 12, 2026
CANTON – Linda Chloe Norwood Wade, 83, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at her home.
A celebration of life will be at 11 a.m. September 19 at the Bowie Community Center West Hall.
A private family burial will be later at Hamilton Beeman Cemetery in Corsicana.
She was born on June 29, 1943, in Corsicana to Colena Copeland Norwood and Miller Jeff Norwood.
A graduate of Corsicana High School and Navarro College, she married the love of her life, Wilson Wade on March 6, 1965. Together they shared 52 years of marriage built on faith, love and family.
Linda lived her life with an open heart, guided by her deep Christian faith and a genuine desire to encourage others. She never met a stranger and had a remarkable gift for making everyone feel loved and welcomed. Many of her children’s friends came to know her as a second mother and she treasured lifelong friendships while continually making new ones.
Even through life’s challenges, Linda’s joyful spirit never faded. During her medical treatments, she earned the nickname “Sunshine” from patients and staff alike because of the warmth and hope she brought to everyone around her. Through her creativity, kindness and unwavering encouragement, she touched countless lives.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wilson Wade; parents; stepfather, Jay Payne and brother, Larry Norwood.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Allyson and Joe Rhone, Weatherford; sons and daughters-in-law, Justin and Tasha Wade, Waxahachie and Chance and Mary Wade, Bowie; grandchildren, Charlie Rhone, Nancy Rhone, Emily Carter and husband Spencer Carter, and Gracie Wade; along with extended family and many dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Love and Grace Family Resource Ministry in Canton or Bowie Mission in Bowie.
Paid publication
OBITUARIES
Edwin Herman Kleinhans
June 19,1935 – July 22, 2026
BOWIE – Edwin Herman Kleinhans, 91, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026.
A visitation took place from 6-8 p.m. on July 24 at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
The funeral service was at 10 a.m. on July 25 at Saint Peter Lutheran Church. The burial followed at Salona Cemetery.
Edwin was born on June 19,1935 to Alfred and Bobbette Kleinhans. He spent his entire life in Bowie, where he became a farmer and rancher in the Salona area. Edwin was a 1953 graduate of Bowie High School. He dedicated his life to his family, his faith and the Salona Community he loved.
On July 24, 1954, Edwin married the love of his life, Alta Jo St. John Kleinhans. Their marriage was a beautiful testament to love, faith and commitment. They shared nearly 72 years together, falling just two days shy of celebrating their 72nd anniversary.
Edwin devoted his life to farming and ranching in the Salona community, caring on a tradition of hard work, stewardship and service. He proudly served his country for 10 years in the National Guard. His commitment to serving others continued throughout his life, including 30 years on the Board of Directors of the Wise Electric Cooperative.
He was a member of the Bowie Rural Volunteer Fire Department, where he also served on the board. He served on the Montague County FCA Committee. He was a member of the Montague County Farm Bureau.
A faithful member of Saint Peter Lutherans Church in Bowie, Edwin lived his faith through his dedication to his church and community. Above all else Edwin was a devoted husband, loving father and cherished “PawPaw”. His greatest joy came from spending time with his family and watching generations grow. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, integrity, hard work and unconditional love that will continue through those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sibling, Francis Aguilar and husband Pete, and son-in-law, Phillip Lawson
Edwin is survived by his wife and children, Brenda Jones and husband Marvin, Bowie, David Kleinhans and wife Rhoda, Bowie, Cynthia Mayes and husband Randy, Flower Mound and Lisa Lawson, Vashti; 32 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; extended family members, and dear friends who will miss him deeply.
Though our hearts are deeply saddened we are assured of the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Edwin’s legacy will live on in the land he cared for, the family he cherished and the countless lives he touched through his kindness, service and steadfast example.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Saint Peter Lutheran Church.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the prayers, love and support during this difficult time.
“Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
Paid publication
OBITUARIES
James “Jay” Throckmorton Jr.
October 25, 1961 – July 21, 2026”
BOWIE – James “Jay” Throckmorton Jr. passed away on July 21, 2026.
James was born on Oct. 25, 1961 in Bowie.
He is survived by his girlfriend, Brenda Bishop; parents, James and Louise Throckmorton, Bowie; son, Tommy Throckmorton and wife Kimberly, Bowie; daughters, Savannah Nail and husband Greg of Nocona and Amanda Lemons, Nocona; sisters, Pam Deweber and husband Danny, Decatur and Nancy Jackson and husband Barney, Bowie; brothers, Colonel Throckmorton and wife Stacy, Bowie, R.D. Throckmorton and wife Jeannettea, Nocona and Rooster Throckmorton and wife Stormi, Old Glory and grandchildren, Lilly, Kaylynn, Hunter, Cheyenne, James, Maddie, Tessalyn, Tate, Walker and Keygaine.
Paid publication
-
NEWS3 years agoSuspect indicted, jailed in Tia Hutson murder
-
NEWS4 years ago2 hurt, 1 jailed after shooting incident north of Nocona
-
NEWS3 years agoSO investigating possible murder/suicide
-
NEWS4 years agoWreck takes the life of BHS teen, 16
-
NEWS3 years agoMurder unsolved – 1 year later Tia Hutson’s family angry, frustrated with no arrest
-
Show us something good9 years agoCountry music star children perform in Bowie
-
100th Birthday4 years agoLooking back at the 1958 Centennial edition of The Bowie News
-
NEWS3 years agoSheriff’s office called out to infant’s death










