OBITUARIES
Teesa Dawn Bittinger
May 7, 1977 – November 17, 2023
GLENPOOL, OK – Teesa Dawn Bittinger, 46, tragically, on Nov. 13, 2023, the world lost a bright soul as she passed away in Glenpool, OK.A celebration of Teesa’s vibrant life was at 5 p.m. on Nov. 17 at Schaudt’s Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service, located at 1329 East 151st St. Glenpool, OK.
Following the celebration, a viewing/visitation was until 8 p.m., providing an opportunity for friends and family to pay their respects.
She was born on May 7, 1977, in Ada, OK to her loving parents, Ronald and Glenda Cothren.
Teesa was more than a general manager; she was the heartbeat of Hatch in Jenks, OK. Her dedication and passion for her work were evident in the thriving community she helped cultivate and the countless lives she touched.
Teesa’s memory will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew her. Her vibrant spirit, dedication to her community, and the love she poured into her work will be remembered with admiration. May she rest in eternal peace, and may her legacy continue to shine brightly in the lives of those she touched. She lived a life full of love and wonder. There has never been a dull moment. She was always surrounded by her friends and family.
Teesa is survived by her husband; Ryan Bittinger; her six children, Morgan Vann, Dawsen Harbison, Tristian Harbison, Trenton Harbison, Braedon McKown and Breauna McKown; sisters, Misty Cothren and Brittnay Nichole; brother, Ron Keith Cothren; father, Ronald Cothren and mother, Glenda Durham; and her beloved grandchildren, Naysia and Lucio Segundo.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Schaudt’s Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service. To offer words of comfort, share special memories, and extend condolences to the family during this time of profound loss, please visitschaudtfuneralservice.com.
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May 7, 1977-November 17, 2023
Schaudt’s Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service
1329 East 151st St., Glenpool, Oklahoma 74033
918-291-1700 | www.schaudtfuneralservice.com
April 13, 1959 – September 29, 2026
BOWIE – Lee Roy Hargrove Jr., 67, died on Sept. 29, 2026.
A memorial service will take place at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10 at the First Free Will Baptist Church, 505 Strong St. in Bowie.
He was born on April 13, 1959.
He is preceded in death by his parents, LeeRoy Hargrove Sr. and Joyce Hargrove and brother, Charles.
He is survived by his wife, Elaine; children, Cheryl Burns, Jennifer Hargrove, and Joshua Hargove; six grandchildren; brothers, John Hargrove and George Hargrove; sisters, Linda Hargrove and Sandra Owens and many beloved cousins as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
March 27, 1938 – October 3, 2026
BOWIE – Mary Sue Walters Liggett, 88, died on Oct. 3, 2026.
A graveside service included a visitation at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 6 at Elmwood Cemetery in Bowie.
She was born on March 27, 1938 to Loyd Francis and Vera Lee Walters in Bells. On Feb. 3, 1971 she married the love of her life, Finnis Charles Liggett.
She graduated from Bells High School in 1957. She earned an associate degree from Cooke County College and later completed her bachelor of science degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce. She retired from McKinney Independent School District and she taught business administration for 30-plus years.
She served as a Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church in Bells and taught Girls in Action.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Betty Walters White; and brothers, Loyd Price Walters and Bennie Walters.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Liggett; five nieces; four nephews; many great-nieces and nephews; and many cherished friends.
Arrangements under the direction of White Family Funeral Home.
August 5, 1973 – September 29
NOCONA – Kari Ann Reid, 53, died on Sept. 29, 2026.
A visitation was from 6-7 p.m. on Oct. 1 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service was at 11 a.m. on Oct. 2 at Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor Kurt Simmons officiating. Interment followed in Nocona Cemetery. Pallbearers were Tanner Reid, Tyler Reid, Jeff Skinner, Gerald Ramsey, Jerry Henry, Clint Mahin, Garrett Combs, and Randy Ritchie.
Reid was born on Aug. 5, 1973 in Nocona to Tommy and Patsy Ann Huff Skinner. She worked at Skinner Tank Trucks doing record keeping and later being a co-owner.
She married the love of her life Harry Don Reid on Sept. 5, 1992 in Nocona.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, Harry Don Reid, Nocona; sons, Tanner Reid, Nocona and Tyler Reid, Nocona; and a granddaughter.
Memorial donations may be made to The Carpenter’s Shop, 400 Boston, Nocona or Lucky Paws Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 595, Nocona.
Arrangements entrusted to the Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona.
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