Midwest City, OK 1890

Laxson, Travis A., 78, died May 19, 2016 at his home in Midwest City. Born November 28, 1937 in Seminole to Pearl and Prentice A. Laxson. Travis graduated from Capitol Hill High School in 1955. He was a master carpenter and worked for Don Crall Fixtures for several years before changing occupations to sales at Agnew Steel Company. His final position was that of owner/operator of Laxson Steel Company. He loved spending time with family and friends, Monday night card games, Thursday night with friends at the lodge, but his favorite times in life were summer vacations with Sandra in Kona, Hawaii. Travis was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sandra, of the home, daughters Ginger Laxson of Yukon and Debbie Morgan & spouse Dave Hutchings of Oklahoma City; brothers Gary, Donald & wife Sharon, and Russell & wife Linda; Grandchildren Jason Thompson & wife, Tara, Jennifer Leach & husband, John, Samantha Brunning & husband Scott, Allie Morgan, Bailey McMahan, Bryan McMahan; 11 great-grandchildren; his dearest friend David Humphrey and other loved ones he considered a part of his family, Betty Crisologo & daughters Sherisse & Shawna , Carter & Cruse Cranford & Brayden Smith, along with a multitude of close relatives. Memorial service will be held on Friday, May 27, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Barnes Friederich Funeral Home. Following the memorial service, the Elks Lodge has graciously prepared a luncheon to honor Travis.

March 18, 1933 - August 4, 2016 YUKON Dr. Fred Rutledge Child died peacefully, his two sons by his side, Aug. 4, 2016. He was born March 18, 1933, in Jonesboro, AR into a loving family. He was the son of Fred and Marian Child. He was one of seven children. All of the others were girls. As a youth, he served as an altar boy in the Catholic Church. The nuns taught him Latin so he could assist with the Mass. Early on, he wanted to be a priest. In his later high school years, he decided he would follow in his father's footsteps and become a dentist. He attended Saint Louis University as a pre-dental major, and after graduation, he entered their dental school. This was at the time of the Korean War, and upon graduation, he had a draft deferment, but he chose to be drafted and was assigned to Tinker Air Force Base as a dentist with the rank of captain. During his military years, he gained a fondness for flying, an avocation he would develop and enjoy all his life. He was an avid pilot and held most aircraft licenses, including commercial pilot and helicopter pilot. While in dental school, Fred married and started a family that included three sons, Fred III, Michael, and Mark. Fred was accomplished at many things, but claims "He was born to be a father" and was passionate about that role. After nearly five years in the Air Force, he left the military and started a private dental practice in Midwest City, OK. He had a highly successful practice and was a leader and innovator in his practice, acquiring numerous degrees in dental surgery, including the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Fred was highly active in the community as well serving a term as a Midwest City councilman, and briefly temporary mayor. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was also an accomplished pianist. He loved almost all sports and helped his children learn the correct practices in their interests as well. Fred retired in 1999 after a successful career of nearly 41 years ... a career of many experiences, including two summers as a medical volunteer in Central America for impoverished natives. He remained a devout Catholic and was well-traveled through his later years. He loved music and sang in several choirs into his 80s. He also enjoyed billiards and woodworking. He is survived by his two sons, Fred III and Michael; grandchildren, Jennifer Morano, Amanda Child, Ryan Child, Francesca Child, and Michael Edward Child; three great-grandchildren; Fred's wife, Leah Child; and Michael's wife, Maria Child. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delores; son, Mark; and stepson, Jonathan. He is also survived in death by sisters, Barbara Bach, Margurite Harris, and Sara Larimore; and was preceded in death by sisters, Rosemary Child, Carolyn Scheben, and Patricia Allen. To describe him as a person, he was brilliant intellectually, relentless, and passionate. All of his sons concur that Fred was their hero and champion, never dodging a challenge. Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Services will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on Tuesday, Aug. 9 at 2:30 p.m., 307 N.W. 4th St., Oklahoma City.

ROBERT HARRINGTON He was born July 16, 1942 Initiatated into the Elks on Sept. 9, 1987. Served as Esquire several years. Loved to help with Christmas Basket program and many other fund raising events Was a Navy Veteran. Passed on Aug. 6, 2016. Survived by wife Nita Harrington

Pete Larsen, 77, passed away, Saturday, September 24, 2016 at his home in Skiatook, Ok. He was born August 3, 1939 in Ludington, MI., to Hubert and Anna Marie Larsen. He graduated from Ludington High School in 1957 after which he joined the Air Force. He retired from the Air Force after 25 years of service at the rank of Master-Sergeant. Pete was proud of his service to his country and having severed in Viet Nam. After retirement, he began his career in real estate, founding Larsen Real Estate in Midwest City, Ok. in 1994, and relocating it to Skiatook, Ok. in 2009. He served as president of the Mid-Del Board of Realtors, and was a member of the VFT (Commander), American Legion, Elk's Lodge (Exalted Ruler), Moose Lodge and Danish Brotherhood. Pete is survived by his wife, Barbara Larsen of Skiatook, Ok., son, Michael Larsen of Indianapolis, IN., daughter Nicole Petty of Louisville, KY., daughter Sandra Howard of Arlington, Tx., son David Larsen of Tulsa, Ok., step-daughter Cristine Atkinson of Skiatook, Ok., nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and sisters, Joyce Padgett of Scottville, MI, and Carole Hodges of Muskegon, MI., and brother Eddie Larsen of Ludington, MI. Services will be held at Reynolds & Sons Funeral Service, 1501 W. Main St., Collinsville, OK., Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 2:00PM . In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made in Pete's name to The Wounded Warriors Project, a favorite charity of his. Pete was dearly loved and respected, and he is greatly missed already.

Sept. 2, 1929 - Nov. 24, 2016 VERDEN Born to father, Lee Alex Myers, and mother, Sally Pearl McCaney and married India Inez Lucas in Waycross, GA June 14, 1953, Hollis went to be with our Savior, Nov. 24, 2016, on Thanksgiving Day. They raised three children, Hollis Everett Myers II, aka "Buddy"; Terrance Lee "Terry" Myers; and Melody Elizabeth Myers. Hollis was the last one of 12 children to pass away. In 1953, he was in the United States Naval Reserve for one year. He then enlisted in the Navy on active duty for one year during the Korean Conflict. After being discharged Hollis returned to school, a variety of subjects such as typing, basketball. His basketball team won 10 championships in a row. His team also went to state. After teaching for several years, he went back to school, The University of Oklahoma where he graduated with a master's degree. He was hired as superintendent of schools in the Friend and Verden district. He then moved to Verden, OK. Hollis became a Lifetime Member of the Elks Feb. 8, 2001. He served many positions; they were Exalter Ruler, 1977-1978 D.D. G.E.R., 1953 Elk of the year, Ritual Coach for years. He looked forward to attending the Elks convention each year. Later in life, he formed a band with his friends. Hollis played guitar at the same time he sang. His Band made C.Ds and sold them to the public. The Band performed throughout Oklahoma and Texas. For many years, he had a large black cat. This cat would lay across his neck, sniff his nose, bite his ear in order to get him to wake up to let him out. Hollis was devastated when he had to put his loveable cat to sleep. Several years had gone by; he was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer ... near the end, he was taken to Hospice Quality Care, Del City, OK. He died two days later, thankfully his son, Buddy, spent time with his dad earlier that day. Later that afternoon, Joan Murray, companion of three years, was by his side holding his hand when he peacefully passed away. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, India Inez; son, Terry; and daughter, Melody. He was survived by Buddy, his son; Nicole, granddaughter; two great-grandsons; and Joan Murray, caretaker. The family would like to thank Jack Roper, a longtime friend who provided information in regard to the Elks for this obituary; Hospice Quality Care for being compassionate and caring; Joan Murray, caring caretaker; nieces and nephews, friends and neighbors. Hollis' earthly body was cremated; his ashes will be inhered next to his wife, India Inez, Hollis Myers family plot, Mead, OK. A private interment will be at a later date.

Charles Douglas "Charlie" Greene, 80 year-old resident of Del City, Oklahoma, passed away February 28, 2017 at his home. Born July 31, 1936 in Ashland, Kentucky, he was the son of Jesse Henry Greene and Anna Lee (Brown) Greene. Charlie was an Army veteran and a lifetime member of the D.A.V. He collected pictures and enjoyed spending time with his fellow veteran's at their favorite hangout. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Anna Lee Greene; 2 brothers, Roger Greene; and Kenneth Greene; and 1 infant sister, Elizabeth. Survivors include his wife Susan Arlene Greene of the home; 3 sons, Charles Greene, Jr. of Lexington, Kentucky; Dennis Welchel of Del City, Oklahoma; and Steven Greene of Lexington, Kentucky; 1 daughter, Glenna Johnson of Jones, Oklahoma; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Kathy Greene of Spencer, Oklahoma; 1 brother, Jim Greene of Moore, Oklahoma; and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 3, 2017 at Bill Eisenhour Northeast Chapel, 8805 NE 23rd St., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73141.