OBITUARIES
Robert G. Jones
May 9, 1942 – September 19, 2024
ARDMORE, OK – Robert G. Jones, 82, passed away on Sept. 19, 2024.
A graveside service took place at 10 a.m. on Sept. 23 at Elmwood Cemetery in Bowie with Pastor Kristi Roland Hand as the officiant.
Robert was born on May 9, 1942 to D. C. and Virginia (Dorn) Jones in Colorado City, TX where he spent his formative years. His momma later married Jabe J. Whirley who Robert always knew as his daddy.
In 1963, he married Linda Bartlett, from Lamesa, TX. This past May they celebrated 61 years of marriage. His working career began as a cotton farmer with Linda’s dad, JE Bartlett in Lamesa. He moved his growing family and began a career with Dr. Pepper in Hobbs, NM. His career in Dr. Pepper grew from being a route man to partial owner with the Dr. Pepper company before retiring in 1983.
After his retirement from Dr. Pepper he went back to farming. Robert was known for his hard work, dedication and passion for helping others. He was a beloved father, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Jr. and youngest daughter, LeeAnn Jones.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, Linda; his daughter, Debby Custer and her husband Aaron; grandchildren, Melissa Stewart and husband Reno, Jacob Custer and Katy Buckner and husband Trey; great-grandchildren, Owen and Kodi Stewart and a Buckner baby due in February.
His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice at 1505 N. Commerce Suite 104, Ardmore, OK 73401.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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July 15, 1958 – October 30, 2026
BOWIE – Russell Kelvin Reed, 68, passed away on Oct. 30, 2026 surrounded by his children.
A memorial service will take place on at 11 a.m. Nov. 7 at Southside Baptist Church in Bowie.
Russell was born July 15, 1958 in Bowie to Leon and Doris Reed. Throughout his life, he worked in the oilfield and as an ironworker, taking pride in hard work and a job well done. Russell carried a gentle, hippie soul through everything he did. He believed in peace, lived with a free spirit, and brought warmth, humor and a genuine love for people wherever he went.
Deep in his heart, he loved the Lord and found joy in serving Jesus Christ and sharing His grace with others. Above all, he cherished the time he spent surrounded by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Karen Martin; and best friends, Kevin Matlock and Steve Henry.
Russell is survived by his children, Jesse Reed, Brittney Simpson and husband Dale, Shane Everitt, and Aimee Goodwyn and husband Danell; a treasury of precious grandchildren who brought so much light to his life; Cindy Reed, the mother of his children; siblings, Steve Reed and wife Jane, Tommy Reed and wife Cathy, Debbie Del Rio and husband Jose, and Scott Reed and wife Ann; and an extended circle of family and friends who loved him dearly.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie.
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July 10, 1996 – October 30, 2026
NOCONA – Nelson Taylor Haynes, 30, died on Oct. 30, 2026.
A visitation will be from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 6 at Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona.
The graveside service will be held on November 7, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Crestview Memorial Park in Wichita Falls, Texas.
He was born on July 10, 1996 to James and Amanda Haynes in Nocona.
He was the son of James and Amanda Haynes; brother to Sidney and Courtney Haynes; stepbrother to Cassidy and Connor Cartridge; nephew to aunts and uncles; and a cousin and an uncle.
March 15, 1938 – November 1, 2026
NOCONA – Norma Jean Oldham, 88, died on Nov. 1, 2026.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
She was born March 15, 1938 in Lewisville to Roland and Alice Heath.
She was the beloved wife of James Oldham and they were married 44 years.
Oldham worked for more than 25 years at Nocona Belt Company.
She is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Royce and Ernest Heath.
She is survived by her daughter, Judy Moore, Saint Jo; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
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