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John Edgar Doak
John Edgar Doak
October 28,1926 – February 22,2020
MONTAGUE COUNTY, TX – John Edgar Doak, 93, proprietor of Doak Orchards, passed away on Feb. 22, 2020.
A graveside service was at 2 p.m. on Feb. 25 at Salona Cemetery in Bowie with Danny Russell officiating.
John was born on Oct. 28, 1926 on a farm in Gallatin, MO to Edgar and Grace Doak. He was the fourth of seven siblings, who grew up “free range” in the country.
The mission of his life was to love and serve family and country. He is most frequently described as “gentle, loving and kind” by family members.
When his father became ill, he deferred his plans to enter the U.S. Army Air Corps, and instead took care of farm and family. After his father’s death, he joined the United States Army on Oct. 6, 1946, proudly wearing his uniform with the Eisenhower jacket. During his tour of duty in Germany, he sent home most of his salary to support family. In 1948, he enrolled in the University of Missouri. There he earned a degree in agriculture.
In the summer of 1950, he met Helon McClesky, sister to his brother Richard’s bride, Virginia. They were married Dec. 22, 1950. After his children, Suzann and Mark, were born, John worked multiple jobs to provide for his family. His primary occupation was as Soil Conservationist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
He also served in the Army Reserves, National Guard, sheared sheep and was a photographer. He was called to active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After many years, he retired with the rank of Lt. Colonel. Upon retirement from the USDA he purchased a farm and a fruit orchard. Until almost the age of 90, he delighted in delivering peaches to loyal customers in Bowie, Denton and Fort Worth.
He is survived by daughter, Suzann Armitage and son-in-law Joe, Dallas; grandson, John Armitage, New York City, NY; daughter-in-law, Linda Huff Doak and grandson, Colton Doak, both of McKinney; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to The White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.
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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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