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Gaines Franklin Plaxco Jr.
Gaines Franklin Plaxco Jr.
October 25, 1946 – December 6, 2018
WICHITA FALLS – Gaines Franklin Plaxco Jr., 72, passed away on Dec. 6, 2018 in Wichita Falls, TX.
A visitation was from 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 10 at Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls.
A funeral service was at 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 11 at First Baptist Church (east sanctuary) with Pastor Bob McCartney, officiating.
Interment followed at Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls.
Gaines was born in Fort Worth on Oct. 25, 1946 to parents G.F. Plaxco and Sarah Margaret Frankenfield. At just three days old, the family moved to Plaxco Ranch in Bellevue. Gaines loved Bellevue and made many treasured friendships throughout his time living there.
In May of 1971, Gaines earned his bachelor of business administration from Midwestern State University. He then entered what would become a lifetime career of insurance, beginning with MFA Insurance before entering into a partnership with like-minded men to form Winfrey and Company in 1982. Gaines would later join the insurance firm Allred Thompson Mason Daugherty, known today as Higginbotham Associates.
He earned special recognition throughout his career, including being elected as president of the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas and commendation from the Presidents Club of MFA.
Gaines also owned and operated Pak-N-Ship for more than 10 years, was a Gold Coat Ambassador for 15 years, and a member of Rotary. He also believed in the importance of donating blood, giving back more than 16 gallons throughout his life.
Gaines married JoAnn Hamersley Brooks in Wichita Falls, 1984 — a union which lead to a family of five children. He loved all his children as his own from the very beginning, a sentiment which only grew stronger throughout his lifetime. It can be said that he was at his most content when surrounded by family in Trade Winds Beach at Lake Nocona, where for 24 years he formed precious, genuine friendships.
Gaines dedicated his life to Jesus at 10 years of age, a decision which led to a long life spent as a devout Christian man. He attended First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls where he served as a member of the Discovery Life Sunday School group. He loved volunteering for the church, often serving as a shuttle driver for seniors or perfecting the craft of “chicken nugget counting” when working the Wednesday night kitchen.
Preceding him in death are his parents; grandson, Dustin Brooks; mother and father-in-law, Geneva and Ralph Hamersley; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Beverly and Roger Holcomb.
Survivors are his wife, JoAnn; sons, Curt (Heather) Plaxco, Stephenville, Keith (Anna) Brooks, Canyon, and Carl (Brandy), McKinney; daughters, Pam (Lance) Lane Wichita Falls and April (John) Snelling, Sedalia, MO; nine grandchildren, Jessica Wells, Parker and Camryn Plaxco, Logan and Tanner Lane, Dillen (Amber) Brooks, Zoe Brooks, Avery and Joe Snelling; great grandchildren, Corrie Wells, and Siah and Charlie Brooks; siblings, Nancy (Lee) Devaney, Margaret (Nathan) Fox, Barry (Lisa) Plaxco, and Larry (Theresa) Plaxco; and sister-in-law, Carolyn Balukas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Faith Mission or Hospice of Wichita Falls.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com.
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July 4, 1954 – May 5, 2026
NOCONA – John Wesley Woods, 71, died on May 5, 2026.
A private family service will be at a later date.
He was born to Otha Lee and Ruby Dean Allison Woods on July 4, 1954, in El Paso. He worked for the City of Nocona for many years, serving in a variety of roles, primarily at the water plant. He married Robin O’Neal on April 14, 2007 in Nocona.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather; and brothers, Larry Woods and Jay Woods.
He is survived by his wife, Robin Woods, Nocona; children, Michelle Sutton, Nocona and John C. Woods, Wichita Falls; stepchildren, Wacey White, Terral and Whitney Eldred; brothers, Otha Woods, Burleson and Mike Woods, Rockwall; and 11 grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Nocona Volunteer Fire Department, Lucky Paw’s Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 595, Nocona, TX 76255 or Jean’s Men’s Bible Class, P.O. Box 277, Nocona, TX76255.
November 23, 1945 – May 14, 2026
NOCONA – Corina Mincher, 80, died on May 14, 2026.
There will be a graveside service on May 17 at Ryan Cemetery, Ryan, OK with Pastor Rick Tarpley officiating. Pallbearers will be Joey Beverage, Derik Beverage, Rodney Beverage, Kendell Fleming, Savanna Nail and Aimee Sowell. Honorary Pallbearers are, Joe Smith, Wyatt Beverage and Nora Flores.
She was born on Nov. 23, 1945 in Atoka, OK to Ben and Mary Thompson Mincher. She worked at the Nursing Home in Nocona for most of her life. She grew up going to the Baptist church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Malinda Beverage Marshall; one granddaughter and siblings, Lee Roy, Pam, Sue, Dub, Houston, Lisa, Ruthie May and twin sister, Loriena.
She is survived by her children, Lana Greer, Nocona, Richard Beverage, Bowie, 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice.
July 15, 1955 – May 7, 2026
HENRIETTA – Barbara Gail Noble, 70, passed away on May 7, 2026.
The family received friends between 6-8 p.m. on May 11 at Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Henrietta.
A graveside service was st 10 a.m. on May 12 at Hope Cemetery in Henrietta with Roger Deerinwater officiating.
Barbara was born on July 15, 1955 in Fort Worth to Roland Dale and Lorena (Taylor) Proctor. She married Robert Noble on July 9, 1989. Barbara was a private duty nurse for many years and took care of her mother. She served as president, and owned and operated Abner’s Nutrition Center since 2004. Barbara was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed.
She was preceded in death by her father, Roland Dale Proctor; brother, Robert Dale Proctor; sister, Sherry Lynn Howard and granddaughter, Racey Sternadel.
She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Robert Noble; mother, Lorena Proctor; two sons, Matthew Sternadel and wife Terry, and Mitchell Sternadel and wife Crystal; step-children, Robert C. Noble, Denise Casey and husband Paul, and Bethany Razavizaqdeh and husband Michael; two sisters, Teresa Grant and Bonita Proctor; 11 grandchildren, Bailey, Hunter, Laci, Tyler, Hannah, Kiley, Chauncey, Phoenix, Alexis, Alexander and Jaidyn; three great-grandchildren, Tripp, Millie and Bennett; and several nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com.
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