Oklahoma Homecoming & Memorial Service for Naomi J. (Epperley) House Sat., 7/29/2023 at the Holdenville Cemetery Chapel at 11 AM to be followed by graveside goodbyes & interment. Naomi passed away 5/14/2023 in Lee’s Summit, MO at age 87. She was born in Sasakwa, OK on 4/15/1936 to Leonard Epperley & Dovie (Moody) Epperley. Naomi spoke of her “raising” being at Little River. Naomi was known as “Aunt Nee” or “Skinny” to many. Naomi was preceded in death by her husband Charles Fred House (raised in Yeager); parents Leonard Sr. & Dovie Epperley; Parents- in-Law Fred & Inez House; Brother Leonard “Sonny” Epperley Jr.; & Sister Leona “Faye” Ricketts. Also, Brothers-in-law George Ricketts (Sr.); Bennie & Francis (Franz) House; Sisters-in-Law Lena & Judy House, & Niece Diana House. Naomi is survived by Nephews George Ricketts (Katheryn); Mark Ricketts, Larry Epperley; Richard House (Jayne); Jeff House; & Jeremy House (Janice), & Niece Andrea House-Cauffman (Nick). Plus Brother- In-law Ken House & Sisters-In-Laws Tamzy & Nora House. Also many Grand Nieces and Nephews, and Friends in numerous States.

This is definitely one area in which my friends, my co-workers and especially my family would wholeheartedly agree: I need help with organizing my texting skills. Organizing is probably not the correct word…probably get, obtain, learn, use and especially DON’T IGNORE!!! would be more appropriate.

Holdenville, Oklahoma - On the date of July 8, 2023, a terrifying incident occurred at in the city limits of Holdenville, Oklahoma. Jade Pace, a resident at the location, was subjected to a brutal assault and threats from her ex-boyfriend, Jerry Duane Conley.

The City of Holdenville has decided to enforce a euthanasia policy at the Holdenville Animal Shelter for all animals housed over thirty days. Kelly Smith of HALO pleaded with the council to give her 30 days to adopt out the 44 dogs that fit that criterion.

I saw several friends that I had not seen in a long time at the funeral service for Kevin Deere Thursday. One of them was Bruce Roberts. We not only went to school together, but we served in the National Guard together. Bruce and Vicky are longtime friends.

Have you had your vacation? If not, are you looking forward to it? I know my friend Raymond Lesser is once again looking forward to his. He writes… “I can’t wait to board that airplane that’ll take me on my dream vacation to the golden rolling hills of California.

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FELONIES Richard Alexander— burglary in the second degree Jerry Duane Conley—burglary in the first degree MISDEMEANORS Kimberly Michelle Jones— possession of controlled dangerous substance Patricia Rowell— driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol CIVIL Arvest Bank vs. Wilbur Wiedman Jr—foreclosure Discover Bank vs.

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Hazel “Iwana” Stewart passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at her home in Holdenville, Oklahoma at the age of 94. Iwana was born August 14, 1928 in Holdenville to Hobert Carpenter and Goldie (Wade) Carpenter.