OBITUARIES

Robert G. Jones

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1 year ago

09/24/2024

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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OBITUARIES

Kindall Diane Gatlin

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6 days ago

03/11/2026

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April 29, 1966 – March 4, 2026
BOWIE – Kindall Diane Gatlin, 59, died on March 4, 2026 in Wichita Falls, TX.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
She was born April 29, 1966, in Los Angeles, CA, to William Sr. and Carol Marie (Anderson) Gatlin. She was a devoted personal care attendant for Wichita Home Health Services.
She is preceded in death by her brother, William Todd Gatlin.
She is survived by her parents; daughter, Naomi Gatlin, Bowie; son, Conner Campbell, Bridgeport; three grandchildren and numerous cousins.

OBITUARIES

Jacqueline “Jackie” Marie Wheeler

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6 days ago

03/11/2026

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December 22, 1940 – March 3, 2026
BOWIE – Jacqueline “Jackie” Marie Wheeler, 85, died on March 3, 2026.
The family has chosen arrangements with cremation.
She was born Dec. 22, 1940, in Galveston to Charles Hans and Caroline Marie (Sass) Lindberg. She married Clark Wheeler on Aug. 20, 1987, in Las Vegas, NV and spent her days as a devoted homemaker.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband Clark.
She is survived by her daughter, Kerry Wheeler and one granddaughter.

OBITUARIES

Frances “Janell” McNutt

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6 days ago

03/11/2026

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October 26, 1938 – March 3, 2026
DECATUR – Frances “Janell” McNutt, 87, died on March 3, 2026 in Decatur, TX.
A graveside service took place at 2 p.m. on March 10, at Crestview Memorial Park in Wichita Falls.
She was born Oct. 26, 1938 in Temple, OK to Thomas and Hazel (McPherson) Sanders. On Oct. 30, 1959, she married Bobby McNutt in Wichita Falls. She worked for the Jim Bowie Restaurant for several years before retiring.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bobby McNutt; sister, Evelyn Penn and brother, Clifton Sanders.
She is survived by her brother, Charles Sanders, Wichita Falls; four sons, Keith McNutt, Henrietta, Rocky McNutt, Bowie, Chuck McNutt, Burkburnett and Tommy McNutt, Henrietta; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.