Travis passed away from injuries sustained from being struck by a vehicle as he was walking. He leaves behind two young children. The family is needing help to pay for the funeral. Travis Dale Leflore, age 40, a lifelong Atoka, OK resident was born on Friday, October 9, 1981, to Edwin and Vickie Ledean (Whitmire) Leflore, at Atoka, OK.Travis passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Plano, TX.He graduated from Atoka High School.Travis was a roughrider and rancher. He married Steevie (Hostetler) on Monday, May 2nd, 2016 at Atoka, OK.Travis was of the baptist faith. He enjoyed riding horses, doing rodeos, roping, anything outdoors, and he loved to dance.
Travis is survived by his children, Tyler Dale Leflore of Atoka, OK, Alexis Cheyenne Leflore of Atoka, OK, Josh Wayne Alan Leflore of Atoka, OK; stepdaughter, Raley Lynn Hostetler of Atoka, OK; mothers of his children; Kala Rector and husband Keven of Atoka, OK, Steevie Leflore of Atoka, OK; siblings, Clinton Robbins of Atoka, OK, Glenette Cooper of Atoka, OK, Christina Whitmire of Atoka, OK, Shanda Bishop and husband Micheal of Hugo, OK, Vansean Cruse of Cleveland, OH, Brandy Goodwin of Tishomingo, OK, Emily Cruse of Ohio, Junior Leflore of Atoka, OK, Stacey Leflore of Atoka, OK, Dale Leflore of Atoka, OK; special aunt, Barbara Mays of Atoka, OK; foster mom, Nana Lou Robbins of Atoka, OK; mother, Vickie Whitmire of Atoka, OK; grandmother, Lizzie Leflore of Atoka, OK, along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of dear and loved friends.
Travis was preceded by his father, Leon Leflore; stepmother, Anita Leflore; foster dad, Glenn Robbins; grandmother, Geraldine Whitmire; special friend, Terry "Donk" Powell.

Steven Lee Hawkins, 56, of Holts Summit, MO, passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at the University of Missouri Hospital. Arrangements are pending.

Steve leaves to cherish his memory his wife Tammy Hawkins, three children Krystal, Stevie and Mykailah.

He was a genius with the wrench (car mechanic). He was very generous. If there was a family broken down on the side of the road, he'd pay out of pocket to fix their car. He had a large heart for his family.

William H. Wellington, Jr, 58, of Monongahela, died unexpectedly Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Bill was a 1982 graduate of Ringgold High School. He was certified in HVAC and owned and operated Bill’s Heating and Cooling for 10 years. He was a veteran having served in the US Army, and later the National Guard. He was a member of the Donora American Legion Post 212 and their former Legion Riders. Bill loved riding motorcycles and spending time with his grandchildren. He leaves behind his wife of 16 years, Melissa, 4 children, and 3 grandchildren.
The family is requesting memorial donations be made to Fund the Funeral to help give Bill the service he deserves.

Alexander Nicholas Lee Elliott, 17, of Boonville, MO, passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Arrangements are pending. The family is accepting contributions towards a celebration of life for Alex. Any amount is a blessing to the family during their time of bereavement.

My little sister was a victim of domestic abuse and her life was taken way to soon she leaves behind a husband and children along with siblings and mother we all were not prepared for this expense and are asking family and friends to please donate what you can to help get this beautiful angel the service she deserves anything and everything is much appreciated and thank you to everyone

Theresa Taylor was called home Monday, July 4, 2022, to be with the lord. Theresa was born on November 24th, 1984, and was a resident of the state of California. Until she later moved to the state of Virginia with her mother Ivy Darlene Thacker.



Theresa was a resident and student in the Hampton roads area. She attended Aberdeen Elementary school where she was one of the only girl football players on a team full of boys and did quite well at this sport. Theresa also was certified as a PCA and did private home care for several patients and was a loving caretaker of her clients.



Mrs. Taylor took up modeling in her early 20s and enjoyed this very much, despite her height she would strive hard to prove herself to be just as good if not better than the taller models.



Theresa's life is remembered through her surviving family, her children, Elmore Leon Taylor III, Tamara Taylor, Darrell Taylor, and Nature Taylor. Her sister Kristian Powell. She is preceded by her husband Elmore Taylor Jr, her mother Ivy Darlene Thacker, and her stepfather William Frank Powell, Also a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.



Theresa was a loving wife and mom who cared dearly for her family and friends. There was never a stranger is her eyes. Her family is saddened by the sudden passing of this amazing and strong woman and we know that she truly be missed but never forgotten.

Jack Raymond Johnston passed away Tuesday July 12, 2022. He was a quirky, lanky cowboy who also had the honor to and proud to serve his country In the United States Army, and was a Vietnam Veteran. Like most young soldier at that time he sent most of his earnings back home to his momma and daddy. Jack was 1 of 13 children, he has 2 daughters, 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and loved by so many generations of nieces and nephews. He lived for and loved smiles, fishing and his original song "the booger song", he also enjoyed cars, cowboy boots and the hiss of the pop top on a hot summer day. Jack's family is asking instead of flowers that donations be made to the funeral expenses to help ease the burden of his loss. Rest easy soldier, we will carry the flag from here.

Barbara Ann Parsons, age 79, a Durant, OK resident, formerly a longtime Atoka County resident, was born on Wednesday, July 21, 1943, to Joseph Dickson and Wilda Elizabeth (Hardin) Walden, at Ft. Worth, TX. Barbara passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at Durant, OK. She graduated from high school. Barbara was a housewife and homemaker. She married Roy Sam Mattoon Parsons on Tuesday, January 1st, 1963 at Lubbock, TX. They celebrated 49 years of marriage before his passing on July 29, 2012.
Barbara was a member of First Assembly of God in Atoka, OK. She enjoyed embroidering on plastic canvas, reading her Bible, and spending time with her family.
Barbara is survived by her daughters, Marion Bicknell and husband Jimmy of Atoka, OK, Elizabeth Parsons of Denver, CO, Sammie Maxey and husband Ronald of Durant, OK; grandchildren, Jeremy Burris of AR, Alica Burris of Lehigh, OK, Shawn Edwards of Atoka, OK, Crystal Edwards of Atoka, OK, Whitney Williams of Denver, CO, Lashana Williams of Denver, CO, Rihanna Williams of Denver, CO, Charles Bayles and wife Ashlyn of Atoka, OK, Clarence Bayles of Atoka, OK, Wilda Smith and husband Gabe of Sulphur, OK, Brittany Pratt and husband Joe of Tulsa, OK, Robert, Adam, Josef stark of Midwest City, OK, Tracey Miller and husband Brian of Durant, OK, Kassi McDaniel of Calera, OK, Abigail and Paisley Stark of Calera, OK; 19 great grandchildren; sister, Donna Moore of MI; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Dickson and Wilda Elizabeth (Hardin) Walden; great grandson, Flint Smith; brother, Bill Walden; stepson, Jason Stark.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers please make donations to Brown's Funeral Service to help put their mother and grandmother to rest properly.
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On July 14th a beautiful blessing of a baby was born. As most would expect, this would be one of the happiest time in a mother’s life. Unfortunately, 11 days later what should be a very happy time turned tragic. It’s hard enough for a parent to lose a child, but imagine no one could prepare anyone for this horrific loss. This world tragically lost this beautiful soul way too soon. At this time, we are hoping to help by surrounding the family with love and support. We want to give the family & Baby DJ the memorial he deserves. We are asking for donations to help assist with costs of the services and relieve any stress from the family at this time. We appreciate any consideration and are grateful. Thank you so much!
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