RememberingWillie Cochran Pugh Sansom Willie Cochran Pugh Sansom was born in Texas on March 3, 1906. She came to Ardmore with her parents, Mrs. Annie Pugh and Mr. Taylor Pugh at an early age. She attended Douglass High School, and united with the First Baptist church. At First Baptist, she worked with the Guiding Light Circle. For many years she worked for the Charles Clowe family before retiring. Willie and Paul Sansom were married in Ardmore; her parents and husband preceded her in death. She passed away on Sunday, September 5, 1999 at Ardmore Care Center. Her survivors are unknown. Teach me Father, when I pray, Jessie Sattwhite, Jr.
Jessie united with Corinth Baptist Church at an early age. He graduated from Ardmore Douglass High School in 1966 where he was a lettered Dragon in football, baseball and basketball. Jessie received a Bachelors Degree from the University of Nevada, Reno where he attended on a football scholarship. In 1966 while attending San Jose City College, he met his wife and companion of 30 years, Jacqueline Glasper. Jessie and Jackie were married March 15, 1969 in Reno, Nevada. To this union three sons were born. Jessie was a businessman who had numerous businesses throughout his lifetime. As a young child in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Jessie started his business working as a caddie. He continued that entrepenural spirit throughout his life. At the time of his death he owned Jackie's Cleaning, Fat Jessie's Bar-B-Que and Martha's Soul Food and Bar-B-Que in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jessie believed in "sharing his blessings" and he assisted numerous families, friends and individuals. He was a Christian and God fearing man that attributed his sucess to the "faith of a mustard seed". He was a loving, caring, compassionate and giving indivdual that will be missed by many. Jessie was preceded in death by his father, mother and two brothers, Luke and Harold. Big Jessie leaves to mourn his wife Jackie, his sons Marzee, Jon and Jessie and granddaughter Marzea: two brothers Robert Adair, Los Angeles, California, Joe Adair, Elizabeth, New Jersey; five sisters Pat Smith, and Sylvia Lewis, both from Ardmore, Oklahoma; Madie Torry and Martha Crump, St. Louis, Missouri, and Ruby Young, Sacramento, California, nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives, friends and acquaintances. Sattwhite, L. Shaw, C. Merger principal, 'BSID' trustee dies
"He was quite a pleasing person," Trahan, a school board trustee for the Beaumont Independent School District said. Among highlights of his professional career, Shaw was known as the principal who successfully merged the Beaumont Charleton-Pollard and French high schools into Central High School, bringing together black and white students without any problems, Trahan said. "We anticipated tensions there," Trahan said. "... I call him a merger principal." As a friend, Trahan remembered Shaw as a religious man who enjoyed golf, swimming and singing - mostly 1960s-1970s era soul music. W. Preston Shaw died Sunday of a heart attack at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont at age 64. He will be greatly missed, particularly in the BISD, where he had worked his way from teacher to principal to assistant superintendent in his nearly 40 year career there, Trahan said. "He's going to be hard to replace," Trahan said in a telephone interview Sunday. "It's going to be a challenge to find someone capable of performing the way he performed." Shaw had a doctorate in educational administration from Texas A&M University. He started out as a premed student at Huston-Tillotson College in Austin, but according to a 1992 Enterprise story, "that didn't work out." After receiving his Bachelor of Science in pre med, Shaw accepted an appointment as a park ranger at Yellowstone National Park. From there he went to Oklahoma, where he began teaching physics and chemistry. "After I was there one month, I was so hooked on education I completed the 18 hours needed for certification," Shaw said in the 1992 story. "I don't regret it." Shaw was active in the community, serving on numerous boards of directors and receiving honors such as the Martin Luther King Humanitarian Award from the National Association of University Women. In 1991, the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals named Shaw outstanding principal for Region V. BEAUMONT, Texas -- Services for former Ardmore resident Dr. W. Preston Shaw, 64, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Starlight Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont, Texas. Preston was born Feb. 28, 1940, in Terrell, Texas. He died March 7, 2004, in Beaumont. A graduate of Houston-Tillotson College, Texas Christian University and Texas A&M University, he began his education career as a science teacher and head of the science department at Douglass High School in Ardmore. He moved to Beaumont in 1964 and served as principal at the elementary and high school levels before becoming assistant superintendent for the Beaumont ISD, a position he held until his death. He was also an adjunct professor at Lamar University. Shaw was an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, served on numerous boards, and received many awards, among them the Dr. Martin Luther King Humanitarian Award, Outstanding Educational Administrator from Texas A&M and Outstanding Principal Award. Survivors include his wife, Willie Mae; a son, Tarus; a daughter, Yolanda Moore; his mother, Alma Gilmore; a sister, Sandra Sinegal; and four grandsons. Memorials can be made to the Dr. W. Preston Shaw Scholarship Fund. Mercy Funeral Systems will direct services. Alfred I. Smith Obituary from The Daily Ardmoretie Posted Mar 26, 2009 @ 11:06 PM  Ardmore, OK — Alfred Iverson Smith, age 85, was born Feb. 25, 1924, in Hennipen, Okla. He was the third child of Ed and Elvenia Spigner Smith. Alfred grew up in the Pauls Valley and Ardmore area. He graduated from Ardmore Douglass High School. After graduation he joined the United States Army. During his tour of military duty, he was blessed to meet and marry Youil Larkins on Feb. 25, 1944, in Dothan, Ala.He received an honorable discharge from the Army on March 11, 1946, and in 1949 he moved his family to Beaverfalls, Pa. Alfred returned to Ardmore in 1942 and was a self-employed farmer. He passed from this mortal life on Sunday, March 22, 2009, at his home in Ardmore. His wife died Aug. 11, 2007; their daughter, Jurline, in 1994. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one brother, Q.T. Smith; and three sisters, Ollie V. Greer, Julie Wilson and Sarah Abram. He is survived by nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 11 a.m. at Kirk Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be at the funeral home today from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Military grave rites will follow at Clearview Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Kirk Funeral Home. Bonnie Helen Goosby-Smith
Bonnie moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she joined the United States Women's Army Corps. After completing her duties in the Army, she married and relocated to Chicago, Illinois. While residing in Chicago, she was employed as a Civil Service Worker for the Railroad Retirement Board. She retired after many years of dedicated service. While residing in Chicago, Bonnie cared for her goddaughter, Patricia Myers. After retirement, she moved back to her hometown, Ardmore, Oklahoma, where she united with First Baptist Church. Many lives were touched by Bonnie. She was a vital person filled with sunshine that touched everyone around her. Bonnie will forever be remembered for her love of her dogs, Mork, Mindy and Judy; her love of music; and 'cuting a rug' on the dance floor. Bonnie was loved by all that had the pleasure of meeting her and will be remembered as a kind, sweet and caring person. On Friday, July 13, 2001, Bonnie Helen Smith departed this life at Mercy Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her devoted family; brothers, William Goosby, Jr. of San Diego, california and Edward (EW) Moore of Las Vegas, Nevada; sisters, Electa Baker and Barbara Antwine of Ardmore, Oklahoma; niece, Sabrina Goosby; nephew, Charles Goosby-Beard of San Diego, California; cousin, Dr. Raymond Johnson and his wife Betty of Langston, Oklahoma and Mrs. Hazel (Bunny) Johnson of Ardmore, Oklahoma; her devoted and adopted daughter, Demetrice Stephens; her 'adopted' grandsons, Christopher Stephens and Dimitri Deshone Henderson; special friend, Mamie Johnnie Mae Arnett all of Ardmore, Oklahoma; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends who will cherish her memory. Clinton Smith, Jr. Obituary from The Daily Ardmoretie Services for Clinton Smith Jr., 84, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2005, at Kirk Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Wayne Lawson officiating. Interment will be at Clearview Cemetery. Born on April 9, 1921, in Ardmore to Clinton Smith and Rozella McFall Smith, he died on April 12, 2005, at the local hospital. A graduate of Douglass High School, he had lived in Ardmore and Dallas his entire life. He was a renown musician, playing the trombone and traveling all the way to Europe with the Ernie Fields Band. He was a world wide traveler. Survivors include his children, Rose Mary Smith, Kansas City, Mo., Gloria McDonald, Emmer Jean Smith, Lou Ella Edwards and Clinton Smith III, all of Dallas; 15 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday for service at the funeral home Smith, S. Daisy McKerson-Stallworth Obituary from The News Tribune  Daisy Marie McKerson Stallworth, beloved daughter, wife, mother and grandmother, went home to our Savior Jesus Christ on Sept. 1, 1997. She began her journey on Oct. 18, 1939 in Ardmore, OK. Daisy was a graduate of Ardmore Douglas High School and Pacific Lutheran University, which honored her during its Centennial as one of the 100 outstanding graduates. Daisy, who had worked in the private sector as a computer operator, began her governmental career with the City of Tacoma as a planning aide. Seizing an opportunity to further develop her leadership and technical skills, she moved to the Department of Community Development as a program development specialist. During her tenure with the city, she was instrumental in the development of several major community infrastructure projects.Her next career move was to county government as manager of the Community Development Block Grant Program in 1983. Three years later she was appointed director of the Department of Community and Economic Development. As a department director, Daisy was committed to the pursuit of excellence and displayed the attitude of a doer, often commenting there are "no problems, just opportunities." Stressing team work, life-long learning and volunteerism as a means of promoting personal growth, she strove to instill a sense of professionalism among the employees who reported to her. Daisy soared to the occasion when Pierce County began to re-invent itself by overseeing the merger and reorganization of four departments into two. These mergers improved teamwork, efficiency, service delivery and reduced operational overhead. Daisy was a strong advocate for the community and acted as a community activist. As the past president of several community-wide organizations, she was able to bring her unique leadership style to all that she did. She was active with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Zeta Omega Omega Chapter; University of Puget Sound Board of Visitors for the School fo Business Administration; NDABA Cultural Ensemble, A+ Fund; Forward Washington Board member; American Leadership Forum Board of Directors; Broadway Theatre District Task Force; Junior League of Tacoma Community Advisory Board; and other organizations. Daisy is survived by her husband, Leroy; a son Luke A. Stevenson Jr. of Portland; two daughters, Stephanie M. Caldwell of Tacoma and Sonja L. Stevenson of Oak Harbor; five grandchildren, (Modest, Cassandra, Chasse, Charlette, and Cana) and two dogs Jamilla and Zeus. Daisy was blessed to have a bevy of friends and family at her bedside as she prepared for her sunset including her parents Alfred and Mazola McKerson, Sr. of Ardmore; two brothers, Donald and Alfred McKerson, both of Atlanta; a sister, Flossie Thurston of Oklahoma City; and an Aunt, Mrs. Verna M. Covington of Phoenix. Daisy will be missed, her legacy will forever be extended as loved ones continue to live and support the ideals and visions for which she so courageously stood. A memorial service will be celebrated Saturday, Sept. 6,1997, at 11 a.m. in Allen AME Church, 1223 Martin Luther King Jr Way. Viewing will be conducted all day Friday, Sept. 5, at Mountain View Funeral Home. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to one of the following charities to forever honor the sense of a need/vision for personal growth that Daisy gave to us all: Daisy M. Stallworth Women of Color Breast Cancer Support Group c/o American Cancer Society of Tacoma 1551 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402 Daisy M. Stallworth Scholarship Fund c/o Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Zeta Omega Omega Chapter P.O. Box 4072 Tacoma, WA 98411 Pub Date: 9/5/1997 Community Actions Programs - Daisy Stallworth Awards The staff of the Pierce County Department of Community Services and its Citizens Advisory Board is proud to have its Annual Award Ceremony named after Daisy M. Stallworth, the late Executive Director of the Community & Human Services Division. Although Daisy lost her battle with cancer in 1997, her courage, determination, compassion and personal interaction with people, as well as her professional accomplishments and contributions to the community will always be remembered. Community Development Award Recognizes an agency or group that has received block grand funds for a project that has made a substantial impact on the community Community Services Award Recognizes a partner, agency or business that goes the extra mile to help those in need D.A.S.H. Award Which stands for Decent, Affordable, Safe Housing, recognizes a landlord or housing owner for their commitment to creating housing opportunities for low-income residents in Pierce County Violence Prevention Award The Community Services Violence Prevention Award recognizes a program or an individual that has made significant improvements for the general community or a targeted population in reducing or preventing violence. Daisy Stallworth Achievement Award Recognizes a program participant who has overcome major barriers and is making a better life for his/herself, family and community. Stevenson, B. Luke Alvin Stevenson Obituary from The Daily Ardmoretie Luke Alvin Stevenson Sr.The Daily Ardmoreite Posted Jul 24, 2008 @ 10:11 PM Ardmore, OK — Services for Luke Alvin Stevenson Sr., 70, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, in First Baptist Church. The oldest son of Martha Stevenson (deceased), he entered this world Jan. 16, 1938, in Gene Autry. After a lengthy and lingering illness, he heard our Father’s voice call, he answered, and entered eternal rest on July 19, 2008. He married Daisy McKerson (deceased) in Ardmore and three children were born to this union: one son, Luke Alvin Stevenson Jr., and two daughters, Stephanie and Sonja. He later married Veronica McDonald in Gainesville, Texas, and three children were born to this union: two daughters, Faith and Alexandra; and one son, Yusef. He received his secondary education in the Ardmore and Oklahoma City public school systems. He attended Hampton Institute, now Hampton University, in Hampton, Va. He united with First Baptist Church as a young adult and served as a member of the Deacons’ Ministry prior to relocating to Gainesville. His entrepreneurial spirit was demonstrated by his initial chosen profession. He designed and made prosthesis devices for the physically challenged. Later, he remained self employed by using his finely-honed carpentry skills in home renovations. He leaves a treasure chest of memories to his children, Luke Stevenson Jr., Spokane, Wash.; Stephanie (Rocky) Caldwell, Tacoma, Wash.; LCDR (US Navy) Sonja Stevenson (Dorothea), Chula Vista, Calif.; Faith, Alexandra and Yusef Stevenson, all of Gainesville. He also leaves precious and poignant memories to his brother, LTC (USA-RET) Raymon (Mary) Watson, Dunwoody, Ga. He was preceded in death by his brother, Arnold Dean (Hattie) Watson. Grandchildren: Cassandra Reich, Charlette Caldwell, Cana Caldwell and Aaleyah Sanchez will hold dear memories of their grandfather close to their hearts. Nephews, a niece, other relatives and friends will also hold fond memories of Luke Alvin Stevenson Sr. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association, Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of your choice. Services under the direction of Kirk Funeral Home. Thressia Moore Stevenson Obituary from The Daily Ardmoretie The ArdmoreitePosted Jan 27, 2012 @ 08:00 AM
Barry D. Stoughtenborough Obituary from The Modesto Bee Modesto Bee 16 Sep 2006Barry D. Stoughtenborough Dec. 10, 1949 — Sept. 14, 2006 Barry David Stoughtenborough, 57, of Modesto died Thursday at his
home. Ben Jason Stubblefield August 5, 1932 - October 21, 2001
He graduated from Frederick Douglass High school, class of 1951, with Honors, and was Valedictorian of his class. He was an active member of the football team, the Band and Honor Society. As a young man, his interests were nature, animals and friendship. Ben was one of the first young Black men, trained to be a film director. He worked at the Jewel Theatre in Ardmore, until he moved to the Bronx, New York in 1956. After his arrival in New York, he worked as a truck driver for the Ideal Trucking Company, until his retirement in 1995. He met, and later married Ernestine Joseph on July 31, 1959. From this beautiful marriage, would come six children, two of which preceded him in death - Annette and Solomon DeWitt. In 1982, Ben began learning about Jehovah and on May 26, 1984, Ben was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses, where he has a host of brothers and sisters. One of his greatest joys was the preaching of Jehovah's promises, which he showed as a devoted regular auxiliary pioneer. His two favorite songs were, Life Without End - At Last and We Thank You Jehovah (Songs # 15 and # 212). It reminded him of Jehovah's promises. He left to cherish the wonderful memories: his wife, Ernestine; four children, Charles Lee, Felicia Ann, Ben Jason Jr., and Sharon Denise of the home address; a wonderful mother-in-law, Annie Helen Joseph, better known as "Mom", two grandchildren, Danielle Antoinette and Jenifer Helena; a brother, Lee Stubblefield of Denton, Texas; a devoted brother; a cousin, Melvin Haliburton of Staten Island; brother-in-law; Ben Williams; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, all who will miss him dearly. Lovingly Submitted by,
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Jessie Sattwhite, Jr. (affectionately know as "Big Jessie") was born September 15, 1949 in Ardmore, Oklahoma to Martha and Jessie Sattwhite. Jessie was the eighth child in a family of ten children. "Big Jessie" passed away Saturday, March 13, 1999 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Howard Trahan chuckled fondly as he remembered his close friend, Preston Shaw.
Bonnie Helen Smith was born September 3, 1918 in Ardmore, Oklahoma to the late Cleo Peate Goosby and William Goosby, Sr. Bonnie received her formal education in the public school system in Ardmore, graduating rom Douglass High School in 1935. After graduating high school, she attended Langston University.
Ardmore — Family and friends will celebrate the life of their dearly beloved, Thressia Moore Stevenson, Saturday, January 28, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Clearview Cemetery with the Rev. Fred L. Johnson officiating. Mrs. Stevenson was born in Hugo, Okla., June 1, 1933, to Cornelius Dennis Moore and Vinnie Caldwell Moore. She departed this mortal life Monday, January 23, 2012, at the age of 78 years, 7 months and 22 days.
Ben Jason (BJ) Stubblefield was born on August 5, 1932, to the late Melissa and DeWitt Stubblefield in Ardmore, Oklahoma. He finished his early course on October 21, 2001 due to a long struggle with illness.