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Beverly Ann (Weeks) Ross
December 23, 1937 ~ April 15, 2017

Beverly Ann Ross, 79, A longtime resident of Littleton, Colorado, passed away Saturday April 15th in Littleton after a short illness.She was born December 23, 1937 in Neosho, Missouri, the daughter of Emery E. Weeks and Zelma L. Weeks. She grew up in Miami, Oklahoma as well as Aurora, Colorado. She went to The Cathedral High school in Denver and graduated from Aurora High school. Beverly met her husband Orla in Denver. They were married in October 1956. Beverly not only lived in Littleton, Colorado, she and her family lived in Des Moines, Iowa as well as Martinez, CaliforniaBeverly is survived by her husband of 60 years Orla A. Ross and her son William E. “Bud” Ross and her Brother-in-law and two Sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews and many cousins. Beverly worked and enjoyed being a receptionist at several companies and after retiring from H&R Block, enjoyed volunteering at Littleton Adventist hospital and especially working with children at East elementary school helping them learn to read. She was known as Miss Bev to the kids in
Kindergarten. Beverly enjoyed many hobbies like researching her Native American Cherokee Indian heritage, ceramics, knitting and reading, especially mystery novels. (Note: associated with class of 1957 per Enid alumni records,)

Louvenia A Fields
4 May 1939–28 September 1967

When Louvenia A Fields was born on 4 May 1939, in Oklahoma, United States, her father, Ezra Tildon Fields, was 25 and her mother, Esther Mae Murray, was 24. She lived in Pawnee Township, Pawnee, Oklahoma, United States in 1940. Later lived in Enid Oklahoma. She died on 28 September 1967, in Chickasha, Grady, Oklahoma, United States, at the age of 28, and was buried in Red Rock, Noble, Oklahoma,

Frederick Charles Henry, 85 years old, of Colville WA, passed away on March 13, 2024, of natural causes. Fred was born on October 1, 1938, to Paul and Pearl Henry in Arkansas. Fred later went on to join the US Navy and then started a family after getting out. Fred was preceded in death by his father and mother, Paul and Pearl Henry; siblings, Harold, David, Marget, John, Cynthia, Eugene, and Janelle; and his son, Charles. He is survived by his brothers, Joe and Isaac Henry; his daughters, Misty and Katrina; his grandsons, Samuel, Elijah, Ethan, and Tristan; as well as many nieces and nephews. He will be loved and missed by many. Services will be held at the Colville Seventh-day Adventist Church (138 E. Cedar Loop, Colville, WA 99114)

Teddy Lee Summers of Guymon, passed from this life at 6:21 a.m., on August 13, 2012 in Amarillo, TX after fighting a long and courageous battle with Heart Disease. The son of W.L. and Juanita Summers, he was born on January 30, 1938 in Ames, OK. He married Darla Philbrick on July 28, 1956 at the Bethel Hawley Baptist Church in Jefferson, OK. They moved to the Guymon in 1963 and spent many years farming. Ted leaves behind his wife, life partner and caregiver of 56 years, Darla, of the home in rural Guymon. Their lives were blessed with three daughters, Rhonda and Don January of Enid; Robin Summers and Jimmy Bourgeois of Brownwood, TX and Roxanne and Michael Peterson of Ft. Worth, Texas. He was blessed with 6 grandchildren, Travis and Sarah January, Bellaire, KS; Rochelle and Aaron Napier, Hutchinson, KS; Jamye Bowers, Ft. Worth, TX, Tyler January, Brownwood, TX, Micah Peterson, Ft. Worth, TX and Tim Peterson, Pacific, Missouri. He loved his greats, Landon Bowers, Caroline and Mark January, Noah Napier and was excited for the next January-Napier, arriving in January. He is also survived by a brother, Stanley and his wife Jtonne Summers, of Ames, OK; two brother-in-laws, Cleo and wife, Billie Philbrick, of Nash, OK and RJ “Shorty” and wife, Barbara Philbrick, of Waukomis, OK, numerous nieces and nephews, four God-children, Logan, Mason, Michael and Christopher Settle, Eureka, MO, and his precious “kids” Ms. T and Toby; his “coffee” shop family, and lifelong friends and family.

John Wilcox Obituary—Sapulpa on Mar. 19, 2026.
John H. Wilcox Jr., 87, was born on October 26, 1938, in Ames, Oklahoma to Goldie Pearl Chappell Wilcox and John H. Wilcox Sr. He passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, surrounded by his partner Carleen, granddaughter Rachel, and close friends. He leaves behind a legacy of service, leadership, and Steadfast devotion to his family and friends. He dedicated much of his life to public service, holding city management positions in Sapulpa and Mannford, Oklahoma. He was deeply committed to improving the communities he served. He contributed his time and leadership to the Jaycees, the Camp Fire Board, United Way, and the Sapulpa Park and Recreation Board, always working to make life better for those around him. He was also a dedicated member of the Sapulpa Methodist Church where he served on several committees. In addition to public service, John was an entrepreneur. He was the founder and long-time owner of Eagle Peak Monuments, a business known for its quality, care, and compassion for the families it served. Through his work, he helped countless people honor their loved ones with dignity. He is preceded in death by his parents Goldie and John Wilcox Sr., step father A.F. Navarro, daughter Susan Lynn Wilcox, sisters Bonnie Navarro, Carma Jo Pritchett, and Virginia Stuart, and brothers Danny Smith and Robert Wilcox. John is survived by his spouse of 18 years Carleen Weisz, daughter Andrea Deaton, sisters Beverly Cunningham, Gloria Linn, Karen Learue (Mike), nephews Jim Cunningham (Deena), and Joe Cunningham, grandchildren Katelyn Schafstall (BJ and son Oliver), Rachel Smith (Michael) and Justin Stark (Abby), Carleen’s children Shana Thomas (Scott), Duane Golden (Michelle), and grandchildren Bryan Thomas (Grace), Jenna Voss (Brady), Macie Golden, and Cable Golden. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his steadfast presence, generosity, tireless service to others, and the lasting impact he made on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Barbara Parker Adams
May 31, 1939 — April 23, 2026
Moscow, Idaho

Barbara Sue (Parker) Adams, 86, passed away surrounded by her family on April 23, 2026. Barbara was born May 31, 1939, in Enid OK, and raised on her family’s wheat farm. She attended a one-room rural school for six years, then junior and senior high in Enid. In 1958 she married the love of her life, David Adams. The two attended the same church, and David worked for Barbara’s Daddy on the family farm. However, it wasn’t until Barbara took matters into her own hands and dumped a wash pan of water on David to get his attention that he really took notice. The rest was history: married for just shy of
68 years, theirs was a love story for the ages. The two attended college at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater before moving to Moscow for the first time in 1959 for David to attend graduate school at the U of I. In 1961, upon David’s graduation, the pair moved to the remote “Sunlight” ranger station outside of Cody, WY, where Barbara
gave birth to their oldest daughter, Lisa. Barbara would tell stories of hiding from moose while hanging laundry and having to break the ice in the toilet (yes, inside their cabin) – all while caring for a newborn. It was truly an adventure. The two moved to Ft. Collins, CO (1962 – ‘68), then to Arcata, CA, then back to Moscow for the second and final time in 1971. Barbara was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker. Nothing was more  important to her than her family. She also worked part time at the U of I in several departments and volunteered extensively, including at the United Methodist Church, Gritman Hospital, the Moscow Food Bank, and in Moscow schools. In addition, she frequently opened her home to host U of I and College of Natural Resources social events. She loved gardening and always had a yard of beautiful flowers. She also enjoyed cheering on the Oklahoma State football team, reading, playing bridge, traveling with David, and spending time with family and friends. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Rex and Gladys Parker, sister Betty Jo Campbell, and brother Dallas “Bud” Parker. Left to celebrate her life and immerse themselves in memories are her beloved husband David, daughters Lisa (Jeff) Egan, Amy (David) Luft, granddaughter Haley (Mark) Egan, grandsons Joshua (Kaila) Egan and Ethan Luft, many nieces and nephews, and special friends including her long-time weekly
bridge group Donna Belknap, Judy Lingg, and Trisha Nelson.

James G. Bo Gritz
January 18, 1939- February 27, 2026

Bo Gritz was known as an American patriot — a man of conviction, service, and uncommon leadership. To many, he was a hero in the truest sense: someone who stepped forward, took responsibility, and
lived by a code that never depended on convenience or popularity. He was widely recognized as the most decorated Special Forces combat soldier, and he became nationally known for his efforts in the 1980s to recover American POWs and those missing in action (POWs/MIA’s). He later entered public life, including a 1992 presidential run, and hosted a nationally syndicated radio show for many years. He was also an author, including the books “A Nation Betrayed,” “Called To Serve,” and “My Brother’s Keeper.” He served in the U.S. Army Special Forces from August 1957 to February 1979. Over the course of his military career, he received numerous awards for valor and service, including the Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Purple Heart. Beyond his military service, Bo was a commercial pilot and flight instructor, held a 6th-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, and was fluent in Mandarin and Swahili — skills he carried into a lifetime of leadership, teaching, and service to others. Beyond his national profile, Bo was also known for stepping into difficult situations in service of
peace and resolution — including his involvement in efforts to negotiate an end to the Ruby Ridge standoff. To his Sandy Valley community, Bo was more than a public figure — he was their Bo. He loved the airport, community where he lived, invested himself in the people around him, taught karate to local kids, and was active with the American Legion. He believed in building strength, character, and independence, and he poured that belief into the place he called home. Bo is survived by his wife, Judy Kirsch Gritz; his children, Jim Gritz (Vicci), Jay Gritz (Janet), Mike Gritz, and Melody Gritz; his grandchild, James; and great-grandchildren, Nathan and Sophia. He is also survived by his brother, Mike Turby (Brenda) of Tucson, Arizona, and his nieces, Highland and Hillary. He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Gritz, and his mother, Samantha Turby.