Nora Ann (Clark) Erwin, of Sawyer, Okla., passed away Oct. 6, 2023, at the age of 71.

Funeral services for Frankie Heady, Sr., of Hugo, Okla., were held at 2 p.m. Oct.

Elizabeth was a woman of unwavering dedication, and she poured her heart and soul into the betterment of our beloved town. Her tireless efforts were felt in every corner of our community, as she generously devoted her time and energy to numerous organizations close to her heart. She went to her Heavenly home on Oct. 2, 2023, at the age of 93. Going home ahead were her parents, John and Nola; her husband, Paul Lane in 2017; siblings: Miriam Burke Fulfer, Charles Knight, Edmond, Jr. Knight and wife, Cleda, LeRoy Burke, Sherman Fulfer; dear nephew, JE “Jim” Burke.

Funeral services for Edwin Moore were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 at 7th Day Adventist Church in Hugo, Okla., with Pastor Erwin Nanasi officiating. Burial followed at Shoat Springs Cemetery. Edwin passed away Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023 in Hugo, Okla., at the age of 64. Edwin J. Moore was born on Nov. 23, 1958 to David Robert and Barbara Jean Moore in Deming, N.M. He was born to a large and extended family. Even though he had to deal with a lot of trials and tests, his strong determination and faith brought him through. He always would say dynamite comes in small packages. He was a private, loving person who would love to be in what he would say is God’s country with those he loved. He will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. Rest in peace my beloved husband!

Betty F. (Hay) Brownfield, age 77, passed quietly from this life on Sept.

Jackie David Peddy, a dedicated railroad conductor for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad and loving grandfather, passed away on Sept. 20, 2023, at the age of 80. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, cherished memories and a deep love for his family.

Graveside services for Marie Vern (Moore) Wiggins, of Hugo, Okla., were held at 10:30 a.m. Sept.

Dixie Lee Anderson, of Fort Towson, Okla., passed away Sept. 22, 2023, at the age of 85. Dixie was born in Saginaw, Mich., to Julius Jarama and Alice Elliott. She was married to Randolph Anderson for 40 years. Dixie worked as a sales person in retail at Belk Department Store in Paris, Texas. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Fort Towson.

Funeral services for Michael Wayne Covington, of Hugo, Okla., will be held at 10 a.m. Sept.

Elmer Graham, of Hugo, Okla., passed away Sept. 20, 2023, at the age of 86. He was born on March 23, 1937 in Sawyer, Okla., the son of Robert Graham, Sr., and Catherine (Mitchell) Graham. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Bessie Jewel Graham, Pearlie Hill, Bonnie Lee Hare and brothers: Robert Graham and Harry Lee Graham.