Ricky Lee “Tigger” Rich of Healdton left this life on March 3, 2022 at Oklahoma Heart Hospital in south Oklahoma City at the age of 60 years, 11 months and 27 days. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 9, 2022 at the Abundant Life Worship Center in Ardmore with Bro. Michael Caraway and Sister Mary Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Ringling Memorial Cemetery in Ringling. Services are under the direction and care of Alexander de Wilson Funeral Home.

Ricky was born on March 7, 1961 in Ryan, Oklahoma to Mr. Ruben Leo Rich and Mrs. Jamie (Hodges) Rich Stoneking.

Ricky grew up mostly in southern Oklahoma. He attended Wilson High School. Ricky then enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and proudly served his country. Ricky was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, guns, archery, boating, driving four wheelers, cooking, collecting knives and various fishing tackle. He served with the Healdton Fire Department for over 20 years and enjoyed helping his community. He met the love of his life Vicki Jean (Williams) and they married on March 19, 2021. Together they enjoyed traveling and watching their grandchildren play softball. He has been a truck driver for Brady’s for the past four years and previously worked at Browns Transportation. He attended the Abundant Life Worship Center in Ardmore.

Mr. Rich is predeceased by his father, Leo Rich; brother, Deon Rich and sister-in-law, Jonene Rich, father-in-law, Jerry Stoneking; a sister Candy Porterfield; Grandmother Williams and Uncle Kenneth Hicks.

He is survived by his wife, Vicki (Williams) Rich of home in Healdton; sons, Jeffrey Rich and his wife Tina of Healdton, Brandon Robertson and his wife Codi of Ringling, Curtis Robertson of Lindsay; daughters, Tamara Dover and husband Jarrod of Lindsay, Traci Dodson and husband Nick of Lindsay; mother, Jamie (Hodges) Stoneking of Wilson; sisters, Latina Cox and her husband Mike of Velma, Allene Young of Wilson, Robin Morse and her husband Brent of Wilson; Janie “Cookie” Snow and her husband Hoss of Wilson; brothers, Jodi Rich and wife Leedale of Wilson; grandchildren, Shaylin, Isabelle, Paisley, Lili, Addie, Maxxon, Jasey, Dessie, Ely, Danni, Darrell, Ava, Gabriel, Gracie, Damien, Rusti “Charlie”, Blaine “Bear”; stepmother, Mary Jones of Elmore City; stepfather Melvin Williams Jr. and his wife Fannie of Lindsay; sister-in-law, Jeretta Fierro and husband Martin of Lindsay, brother-in-law, Eddie Ince and Gail of Lindsay; Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Pallbearers will be Nick Dodson, Curtis Robertson, Brandon Robertson, Jeffrey Rich, Jarrod Dover, Ely Dover, Codi Robertson, Tamara Dover, Traci Dodson, Catie Anderson and Tina Rich.

The bearers of honor are all the grandchildren.

The visits will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at Wilson’s Alexander Gray Funeral Home.

Online condolences can be sent to alexanderfuneralhome.org

SALEM, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Samuel Edward Phillis Jr., 56, died at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, Mercy Health on Sunday, February 13, 2022 surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 14, 1965 in Salem, Ohio.

Sam attended Greenford Christian Church and he loved the Lord Jesus more than anything, he ended up outside more than anything else.

Sam graduated from United Local in 1984 and pursued a career in manufacturing.

Sam and his wife of six years, QinMei, loved spending time in nature. From fault to kayaking on Lake Erie, Sam and Mei were constant adventurers.

When the season arrived, Sam’s determination found itself waiting in a tree from dawn to dusk waiting for the perfect deer. And during the turkey hunt, they served as a team, listening and watching.

The trip was a milestone in Sam’s life. He believed the perfect ice fishing hole couldn’t be near shore, but rather six miles away. Sam’s time away was always with Mei and important to who he was. There he would find arrowheads and bottles, which he would collect over the years. He raised his two sons to enjoy the outdoors as well, and you could often find them in the woods looking for treasure.

Sam was a precious presence and will be greatly missed.

Besides his wife, QinMei (Ding) Phillis, Sam is survived by his parents, Samuel E. and Mary Ellen (Weaver) Phillis and his children, Zachary (Allie) Phillis and Camden Phillis. His siblings, Pamela (Scot) Myers, Brenda Phillis and Darren (Kim) Phillis.

Friends and family will be received from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at the Stark Memorial.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 18, 2022 at the funeral home with his brother-in-law, Pastor Scot Myers officiating.

If you cannot attend, you can show your support by joining our free “Hugs from Home” program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support at www.starkmemorial.com /hugs-from -home.

To view Sam’s obituary, send flowers or condolences, visit www.starkmemorial.com.

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Betty L. Donaldson, 95, of Atchison, went to heaven on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Atchison Senior Village surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born June 9, 1926 in Atchison, daughter of Kenneth and Pearl (See) Keithline.

She graduated from Atchison High School in 1944.

She was married to George Wm. Bill Donaldson on July 9, 1944 in Troy, Kansas. Mr Donaldson predeceased her on April 23, 2015.

She was a housewife and housewife. Betty was a member of First Christian Church where she served as a deacon, elder, outreach chair, member of the Christian Womens Fellowship, Worship Committee, Christian Womens Association, and Independence Valley Club. She enjoyed sewing, crosswords, reading, raising flowers in her garden, dogs, birds, fishing, and dancing with her husband.

Survivors include: two sons, Dennis (Monica) Donaldson, Atchison and Pat (Patty) Donaldson, Effingham, Kansas; five grandchildren: Brent (Ticia) Donaldson, Eric (Lorrie) Donaldson, Erica (Rob) Bradshaw, Natalie (Scott) Hayes and Amanda (John) Schermetzler; eight great-grandchildren; Cole, Ella, Holt, Nicholas, Alexis, Olivia, Ava, and Emma; and two step-great-grandchildren, Blayke (Brycen) and Riley; and two dear friends, Carolyn Campbell and Vi Garvin.

His parents; husband; and a sister, Kay Lauck, predeceased her.

Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at First Christian Church. Burial at Sunset Memory Gardens, Atchison.

Visiting from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Christian Church Choir Fund, Atchison Humane Society or Northeast Kansas Multi-County Hospice and may be sent to the care of Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, which is making arrangements.

Condolences to the family can be left online at www.beckerdyer.com. As published in the Atchison Globe.

Richard Lee Matthews, Sr., 67, of Chattanooga went to join his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 2, 2022.

His family meant more to him than anything else in the world, as evidenced by the way he lived his life. He was infinitely proud of his five children, Melissa, Rick, Ryan, Reed and Rob. Richard was a devoted and loving husband to Terry, his college sweetheart. Richard earned his Bachelor of Science degree from West Georgia University. He was a member of Alpha Tau Omega. He spent his entire career with Thermo King of Chattanooga.

Everyone who knew Richard knew he was the most loving father and husband a family could ask for. He enjoyed coaching his children’s sports teams and watching his grandchildren participate in sports. Richard loved to travel, taking surprise midnight trips to Disney World and making his kids laugh by singing “Oh, My Darling Clementine.” Richard loved the simple things in life, including Little Debbie’s for breakfast, milk on his ice cream, flashlights, Bea’s Restaurant, Krispy Kreme, and chocolate covered cherries. Whenever possible, Richard made trips to The Varsity and always remembered to bring his wife a chili dog and a Frosted Orange. Richard was active in the Chattanooga Jaycees and Rock Steady Boxing at the North River YMCA.

For over 30 years Richard served and worshiped with his family at Hickory Valley Christian Church. At HVCC, he served as chairman of the board of trustees, alumni chairman, and chairman of the Hickory Valley Christian School Board. For the past few years, Richard and his wife Terry have worshiped at Silverdale Baptist Church, where he was a member of the small Austin group.

Richard was predeceased by his father, Curtis Lee Matthews and his grandmother, Willie Pearl Matthews. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Terry Stynchcombe Matthews, and his loving children and their families; Melissa Matthews Colter, her husband Justin and their children Kendall, Rhett and Sloane “Boots” Colter; Rick and Kara Matthews, and their children Noah and Ava Matthews; Ryan and Lisa Matthews, and their children Henley and Nora Matthews, and Regis Okungu; Reed and Anna Matthews, and their son Henry Matthews; and Richard’s youngest son, Rob Matthews. He is also survived by his mother, Sandra Matthews, and his siblings Tammy (John) Forehand, Tommy (Patricia) Matthews, Billy (Margret) Coleman and Mark Matthews.

Richard gave in death as he gave in life. His legacy lives on in his children and in his contribution to Lewy body dementia research through his organ and tissue donation.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hickory Valley Christian School or Silverdale Baptist Academy.

Family will receive friends Sunday, February 6 from 2-4 p.m. at Hickory Valley Christian Church, 6605 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, Tn. 37421. A celebration of life service will begin at 4 p.m. with Gary Armes officiating.

Arrangements are made by the East Brainerd Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory & Florist.

Please share your thoughts and memories on www.ChattanoogaEastBrainerd Chapel.com.

Randall was one of nine children. Many people will remember him nicknamed “Bimbo”, a nickname given to him by his mother, because of a song he liked when he was little. Randall and his family have always been involved in the Catholic Church, and he was at one time an altar boy.

Randall met his wife, Martha, when they were young teenagers in high school; he fell in love, he said. In high school, Randall played football, #79. He enjoyed playing the game he loved and traveling with his teammates. Randall graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1971.

After high school, Randall attended North Country Community College, then worked at Elliot Hardwood Co. He and Martha moved in together and were married on June 16, 1973. They lived at 73 Main St. before buying their house for still, in 1977, at 51 Water Street in Tupper Lake. In 1978, they welcomed their firstborn, a son, Nicholas Rolley. Four years later, in 1982, Jessica was born. Randall worked hard and gave his family a good life. Her children never lacked for anything.

Randall loved music and had many hobbies throughout his life. Randall enjoyed working on his house, painting, fishing and crafting. He was always ready to lend a hand and help anyone who needed it. Randall was a member of the Tupper Lake Volunteer Rescue Team for over two decades. Randall has held many jobs throughout his life, working from an early age. Most notably, Randall worked at The Veneer in Tupper Lake for many years eventually working at Sunmount as a disability aide until his retirement in January 2014. Randall was very happy to not only retire, but to spending time with her firstborn. Grandson, Noah Randall Johnson. Noah belonged to daddy “small man” who could do no wrong, and they had many adventures together.

Randall and Martha were the best grandparents a child could ever ask for. They would not only lovingly spoil him but provide him with the necessities and an abundant supply of toys. He made it a point to visit Noah every day. They took Noah and the family on vacation. The Kalahari water park was one of his favorite places and he acted like a young man, riding slides and enjoying the lazy river! Dad loved taking Noah to the playground and for walks. Noah never did without it. In November 2019, his second grandson Owen Johnson was born, and he was the apple of his daddy’s eye! He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed providing for them.

Randall and Martha stayed together, until death parted them. Martha passed away on January 16, 2020. To say he missed her terribly is an understatement. They are together again. Randall was predeceased by brother Ward, father Curtis, mother Madeline, brother Michael, sister Sandra and Diane. Randall is survived by his brother Curtis (Scott), his wife Linda, his sister Roseanne, Patricia and Joanne, his two children Nicholas Rolley, his wife Amy Rolley and Jessica Rolley (Johnson) and his two children, Noah and Owen.

Randall had said for the past two years that no one should be upset about his leaving this earth when the time came. His soul will be reunited with Martha, his soul mate, and they will spend eternity together in paradise. Although Randall was not involved in the church as often as he wanted, he was still a very spiritual man. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Tupper Lake Fire Department and the Tupper Lake Rescue Team are welcome. Services for Randall will be held Feb. 8 at Frary’s Funeral Home, 24 Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

DODGE CITY – Icyl Irene Wood, 99, died January 13, 2022 at Presbyterian Manor of the Plains, Dodge City. She was born January 6, 1923 in Ness County, the daughter of Ira E. and Laura V. (Stewart) Baldwin.

Icyl moved with his family to Reno County when he was 10 years old. She graduated from Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. After receiving her associate degree, she taught at the school from 1943 to 1948. On September 22, 1946, she married Howard B. Wood in South Hutchinson. He preceded her in death on January 9, 1997.

The family lived in Montezuma and Coldwater for a short time before settling in Dodge City, where they have resided ever since. Icyl was an accountant for the Southwest Equipment Company and the Silver Spur Lodge. She was an active member of the First Christian Church, where she served in Sunday School and the Junior Children’s Church. Icyl was also a member of the Win A Couple and Happy Partners, Swing Shift Circle, Women’s Council and Keenagers classes, all church ministries.

Survivors include a son, Richard Wood and his wife Carol of Vero Beach, Florida; two daughters, Marilyn Custer and her husband Jimmy of Nowata, Oklahoma and Marsha Reid and her husband Ken of St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada; one son-in-law, Maurice Roberts of Winfield; six grandchildren, one step-granddaughter and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Nancy Roberts; three brothers and three sisters.

The memorial service will be held at First Christian Church in the spring of 2022. Memorials are suggested at First Christian Church in the care of the funeral home. Thoughts and memories can be shared in the online guestbook at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.

Erbe, Braxton, services are at 11 a.m. today at Crossroads Community Church, 4254 S. 00 EW, Kokomo.

Sinner, Fredric, services are at 12:45 p.m. today at Marion National Cemetery, 1700 E. 38th St., Marion.

The fields, Joshua, services are at 6 p.m. today at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home and Crematorium, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo.

Wagner, John, services are Thursday at 1 p.m. at Honey Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 250 Nashville Street, Russiaville.

Neal, Steven, services are Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo

Nutt, Richard, services are at 6 p.m. Friday at Eller’s Mortuary, 725 S. Main St., Kokomo.

Leffert Jr., Donald, services are Friday at 10 a.m. at Stout & Son Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Russiaville.

Miller, David, services are Friday at 10 a.m. at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo.

Krajewski, William, services are Friday at 11 a.m. at Marion National Cemetery, 1700 E. 38th St., Marion.

coxswain, Carol, services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel.

Reserve, David, services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Faith Church of Christ, 1701 S. Michigan St., Burlington.

Strup, Michael “Kat,” services are Saturday at 1 p.m. at Hillside Missionary Baptist Church, 12080 W. County Road 100 North, Kokomo.

Dennis, Homie, services are Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Union Assembly Church of God, 538 E. 400 South, Kokomo.

Fitchpatrick, Otis, services are Saturday at 11 a.m. at Bennetts Switch Community Church, 2261 W. Ind. 18, Kokomo.

Fox Jr., Edson, services are Saturday at 11 a.m. at BonAire Nazarene Church, 2419 N. Locke St., Kokomo.

Shelton, Sharon, services are on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Fairfield Christian Church, Kokomo.

Weida, Craig, services are Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at Grace Methodist Church, 219 W. Mulberry St., #101, Kokomo.

Ratliff, Victor, services are Saturday noon at Living Truth Bible Church, 3017 E. Indiana 218, Walton.

Brown, Lawrence, services are Saturday at 2 p.m. at Stout & Son Funeral Home, Sharpsville Chapel, 204 N. Church St., Sharpsville.

Hostetler, Sheryl, services are 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Maple City Chapel, Goshen. It will be streamed live at maplecitychapel.org/media.

Warren, Richard, services are Saturday at 2 p.m. at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road, Kokomo.

Married, Marcia, services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Ellers Mortuary, 725 E. Main St., Kokomo.

Kuntz, Arthur, services will be held February 19 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 3353 US Highway 176, Tryon, NC.

Cob, Beulah, services are at 2 p.m. April 20 at Mast-Hensler Cemetery, 3828 600 East, Kokomo.

Josephine M. Hammond 1920 – 2022

Sherman, IL—Josephine M. Hammond, 101, of Sherman, died Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at The Villas Senior Care Community. She was born on November 26, 1920 in Pawnee, the daughter of James and Elizabeth (Goins) Gibson. She married Daniel McAfee in 1939 and he predeceased her. Together they raised six children. She married John Hammond on March 20, 1971 and he predeceased her on May 19, 1995.

She is also predeceased by her parents and her five sons, Roy, David, Richard, Gene and Jerry McAfee.

Survivors include his daughter, Judy Campbell of Springfield; 16 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Josephine was a member of the Riverton Christian Church. She belonged to VFW Auxiliary #755 in Springfield. She was a life member of DAV in Phoenix, AZ. She loved the outdoors. Her favorite outdoor activities were fishing and working in her garden. Josephine was a homemaker and worked for the State of Illinois for 18 years, retiring at age 84.

Visiting: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 25, 2021 at Staab Funeral Home – Sherman.

Funeral Service: 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Staab – Sherman Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Crawford officiating.

Interment will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Welfare League.

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Dr. William Hanson Hammonds died on January 13, 2022 at his home in Gulf Breeze, Florida. A native of Christian County, Ky., he was born May 6, 1932, in Crofton, Ky. An outstanding college basketball player in Crofton In high school, Bill turned down a college scholarship to enlist in the United States Air Force during the war. from Korea. After enlistment, he returned to Christian County to attend Bethel College, Hopkinsville, Kentucky, where he met his future wife, Carolyn Carter. From there, Bill began his training for the ministry at Transylvania University in Lexington, Ky. The first ordination of a minister in the history of Crofton Christian Church, Crofton, Ky., was June 17, 1956 , when Bill was ordained into the Christian ministry. He had joined the congregation at the age of 15 (three years after his father’s death), served as a deacon at 17, and became an elder at 21. Bill furthered his education by earning his AB degree in philosophy from the University of Georgia, his master’s degree from Vanderbilt University Divinity School, and his doctorate from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago.

During his 66-year career in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Bill served 11 churches in four areas: Crockett Mills, Tennessee; Newport, Ark. ; Watkinsville, Georgia; Pembroke, Ky./Sinking Fork, Ky.; Humboldt, Tenn.; Athens, Georgia; Danville, Kentucky; Blytheville, Ark. ; and Macon, Georgia. He wrote and delivered thousands of sermons, preaching at least once a week, and was invited to speak at countless revivals throughout the South. Bill has served as a speaker and seminar leader at state assemblies and conventions as well as the World Convention of Christian Churches in Mexico City, Mexico.

Bill’s professional contributions included serving on Christian Church state boards over the years in addition to serving as president of local ministers associations. He served a long term on the Ministry Commission as well as on the Christian College of Georgia Board of Trustees. He has served as a college counselor for church conferences in Georgia in addition to a camp director and state coordinator for youth camps. He and Carolyn served as co-chairs of Ministers and Mates in Georgia for several terms. Bill enjoyed his involvement with local civic clubs, especially the Toastmasters Club of Athens, of which he was president. He was proud of the state championship club award (Outstanding Club) three years in a row. Bill was also honored to receive the title of Colonel of Kentucky, the highest honorary title bestowed by the Governor of Kentucky and the Commonwealth of Kentucky in recognition of his outstanding achievement and service to his community, state and nation.

His retirement from full-time ministry provided him with opportunities to serve as an interim pastor in several congregations as well as plenty of time for golf. With his quick wit and playful sense of humor, Bill enjoyed the friendships he made from childhood through professional life, many of which are captured in the two books he wrote in retirement.

Bill is survived by his wife of 66 years, Carolyn Hammonds, of Gulf Breeze, Fla.; children, Catherine Hicks of Destin, Florida, Laurie Nash (Rick) of Marietta, Georgia, Amy Compton (Joe) of Independence, Ky., and Matthew Hammonds (Ashlee) of Gulf Breeze, Florida; grandchildren, Jared Compton (Kiersten), Alec Nash, Will Compton, Hannah Hammonds, Collin Hammonds, Hadley Hammonds and Henry Hammonds; nephew, Larry R. Richardson (Roberta) and niece, Linda R. Harris (Bill). He was predeceased by his parents, George William and Ruby Hammonds; his sister, Alma Richardson and brother-in-law Ray Richardson; and his son-in-law, Steve Hicks.

A funeral service will be held at Ridgetop Cemetery in Crofton, Ky. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Macon, Ga. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made at Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Week of the compassion for victims of the tornado in western Kentucky: Week of Compassion, PO Box 1986, Indianapolis, IN 46206 or www.weekofcompassion.org

Hughart, Beard & Giles Funeral Home of Hopkinsville, Ky., is making arrangements.

Eunice Blanche Cobb Kellogg, 83, of Statesville, North Carolina, died Thursday, January 13, 2022 at Maple Leaf Health Care in Statesville. Born August 4, 1938 in Newark, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Walter Cobb and Alice Weeks Cobb.

Ms. Kellogg graduated from Nyack Christian College and Oneonta States Teachers College with a Masters in Education. Her career included teaching elementary education in Buffalo, NY and Germany at Darmstadt Army Base, physical education at Elmira College in New York, and she was one of the first four teachers at Statesville Christian Academy.

Eunice and her husband Robert were members of Western Avenue Baptist Church, where she shared her passion for singing in the church choir. She also sang in the choir while attending Nyack Christian College.

“For God hath not given us a spirit of fear. But of power and love and a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7)

In addition to her parents, Walter Cobb and Alice Weeks Cobb, she was predeceased by her brother, David Cobb.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Robert Kellogg; his sons, Scott Robert Kellogg and Timothy Mark Kellogg and his wife Shari; stepchildren, Randy Kellogg, Robin Walter and her husband Dan, Roxanne Schrier and her husband Joe, and Rosalie Wiggins; three grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; and her two nieces, Cynda Cox and Leigh Pierce.

A funeral service in his memory will be held in late spring 2022 in Cander, NY

The family would like to thank the staff at Maple Leaf Health Care for the care and compassion they extended to Eunice while she was in their care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Western Avenue Baptist Church, c/o The Building Fund, 1206 Museum Road, Statesville, NC 28625, www.westernavenue.org; or at Gideons International, PO Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800, www.sendtheword.org.

For those who wish, online condolences can be sent to the family at www.nicholsonfunerals.com.

Nicholson Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.