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NEWS 2• SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2025 The Elk City News Misdemeanors Felonies Western Oklahoma to “Paint the Town Purple” MISDEMEANORS State of Okla vs Michael L Williams Possession of CS, marihuana & paraphernalia for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month State of Okla vs Clayton J Allison Possession of CS & paraphernalia June is Alzheimer’s & Brain in Western Oklahoma. Highlights budsman supervisor with SWO- quality of care are protected. State of Okla vs Destanee L Harrell DUI. DUS Awareness Month, a time to recog- include the Virtual Dementia Tour DA’s Area Agency on Aging, en- WOAC invites everyone to wear State of Okla vs Billy D Shelton DUS nize the impact of Alzheimer’s dis- on June 18 in Elk City and June 19 courages the public to get involved. purple, shop local, and take part in State of Okla vs Oscar A Corral Possession of marihuana & para- ease and other dementias on fami- in Clinton, where participants can “Many long-term care residents in events throughout the week. For phernalia lies and communities. The Western experience what it’s like to live with our region are living with Alzhei- more information, visit www.woac- State of Okla vs Edgar Gonzalez DUS Oklahoma Alzheimer’s Collabora- dementia—an eye-opening tool mer’s or other forms of dementia,” ec.org or contact Julie Western at State of Okla vs Ricky D Downs Obstructing an officer, Possession tive (WOAC), based in Elk City, is for caregivers and professionals. Nutley said. “We want to help raise 580-339-2984. of paraphernalia leading local efforts with Paint the The week wraps up with “Dancing awareness and promote resources If you would like to volunteer or Town Purple Week, taking place Through the Decades” on June 20 that make a difference.” have any other questions or con- FELONIES June 17–21. at Lake Elk City Beach, featuring The Long-Term Care Om- cerns regarding the Long-Term State of Okla vs Cody G Shoptaw Possession of CS, paraphernalia & WOAC partners with local busi- music, food, games, and fundrais- budsman Program advocates for Care Ombudsman program, please firearm nesses, restaurants, and organiza- ing activities. residents in nursing homes and contact your local ombudsman su- State of Okla vs Robert Luna Attempted burglary tions to raise awareness and sup- As a supporter of the initiative, assisted living facilities, working pervisor, Chloe Nutley, at 580-821- State of Okla vs Kelli S Campbell Distribution & Possession of CDS port for those affected by dementia Chloe Nutley, long-term care om- to ensure their rights, dignity and 4068 or [email protected]. State of Okla vs Zachary M Vancamp Bail Jumping house. Ivester also gave an update on the sioners there will a special meeting APPROVE The City Manager’s report was airport terminal, and it should be next Monday, June 9th, to finalize a Marriages & Divorces Continued from page 1 next, and Tom Ivester told the com- missioners about the payment to completed by mid-July. He added that they are on schedule, as well as pay proposal. He said they will have HR there, along with Casey Mer- Martin Marrietta. He said the letter notifying the commissioners that rifield, who will be talking about he would do whatever is necessary MARRIAGE LICENSES has been sent to them, so the set- the grand opening of the putt putt merit pay. to get the structure off the list. The Julian Maldonado, Cheyenne – Bonnie Lambert, Cheyenne tlement check is waiting on them golf was opened with a ribbon cut- “I will talk to you all individual- commissioners were stern but vot- Kenneth Steinle, Canute – Amber Creswell, Canute signing the agreement. The com- ting by Lieutenant Governor Matt ly, so you have an understanding, ed to table the issue until the June Hunter Burt, Springtown, TX – Stormie Meriwether, pany has stopped all rock shipment Pinnell. because we’re looking at something 18th meeting in a three to one vote Wheeler, TX to Elk City until there is a signed He went on to talk about the that is substantial. The hope is that in favor of the extension. Rocky An- agreement and payment made. number of visitors for summer ac- it helps us get better applicants and dresen was the singular no vote. DIVORCES Ivester then talked about Larry tivities. May 19th though the 24th, then retain employees and then The commissioners voted to ap- Dusty Callahan vs Shawnda Callahan Hart and the signal lights around there were 391 visitors at the muse- help incentivize work with the pay prove all of the Purchase Orders FY Wesley White vs Denise White town. He complemented Hart on um, and now up to 453, the follow- plan. We are addressing that. It will 24-25 and recurring invoices for Kalynn Stout vs Hayden Stout the diligence he takes in maintain- ing week, the 25th through the 31st. be presented in full next Monday June 2nd, with the exception of pay- ing traffic flow throughout Elk City. Memorial Day Kids, Inc., brought night for you all to vote on. I will ing the Flood Plain Administrator. Hart determined that they needed a in 26 teams for baseball and softball. talk with you all, individually about Rick Shelton asked that it be tabled new detection system, therefore, it The pool has open since May the details of the plan. It’s going to to discuss bringing the position in- was installed. 23rd, and there have been 4227 vis- have a major impact financially, so itors so far. They are running about we’re working on that,” Ivester said. 150 people per day. There was a There was no treasurer’s report per swimmer. Tables for two hours ACTIVITIES cost $50 per two tables and $5 per swimmer. clean-up day at Elk Lake last week- end. Ivester also told the commis- and no public comments. The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. Continued from page 1 The Arrowhead Center is open Monday through Friday from 7 pool is open Monday through Sat- urday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.’ and Sundays 1 p.m. RCCT terpretation of the show, as well as making a quality production that meets the RCCT standards. The Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Continued from page 1 to 5 p.m. The cost for entrance for audience will decide for them- cost for three-year-olds and old- six years old and older is $4 per selves what dictates their personal er is $5 per person. An individual hear on the first few rows. This in- person and the five-year-olds and preference of productions. season pass is $80, while a family cludes the dialogue as well as the under are free. To make reservations go to pass costs $200. A family is five in singing. With all of the new activities at rcct.org. While the show opens the same household and $30 per This show is one that personal the park, family, friends, and others Saturday, June 7th, it will run additional child. Party rentals for taste will measure the enjoyment are able to schedule their own ac- June 8th, June 13th, twice on June the pool include the whole pavil- and appreciation of the produc- tivities. Make plans for an evening 14th; and June 16th. ion for two hours at $150, plus $5 tion. The actors give their own in- out in Elk City at the Park. (USPS # 173-020) 580-225-3000 Is published once weekly by Beckham County Media, LLC OBITUARIES 109 W. Broadway, Elk City, OK 73644-4736 Sayre, OK and Brian Silk and Periodicals Postage Paid at Elk City, OK 73644 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to PO Box 964, Elk City, OK 73648 JAKE SILK wife, Sandra, Delhi, OK; 6 grand- children, Jake Silk III and wife, Char, Elk City, OK, Jeremy Silk Jake Donald Silk was born attended Cameron University. He and wife, Makala, Blanchard, OK, August 28th, 1932 in Mangum, was working for his family when SUBSCRIPTIONS Sheryl Ponce, Ashley Waddell and husband, Oklahoma to Mamie Pearl (Ad- he married Minnie Marie (Hop- Deliverd by mail: Ryan, Piedmont, OK, Carson Sheryl Staff Writer Writer Ponce....Staff ams) and Mid Wesley Silk. He kins) the same day she graduated Silk and wife, Deana, Yukon, OK, $50/ Yearly Print Only passed away at Baptist Village in high school on May 21st, 1953. Neva Pyatt, Director Neva Pyatt....Advertising Bandy Silk and wife, Amy, Delhi, $60/ Yearly Print + Online Elk City, Oklahoma on Sunday, Shortly after their marriage, Jake OK and Brianne Silk, Delhi, OK; $40/ Online Only ZadieAdvertising Director Eakins...Advertising Director June 1st, 2025 at the age of 92 was draft into the United States 17 great grandchildren, Jacob Silk, No refunds on subscriptions. years, 9 months and 4 days. Army where he served stateside, Gina Jones, Nancy Karnowski.......................CSR Jake spent his early childhood Newfoundland, and the Aleu- Josh Silk and wife, McKenna, Jace [email protected] Silk, Bailey Pratt and husband, Tina Advertising Director Dobbs.........................Delivery in Russell, Oklahoma later mov- tian Islands before his discharge [email protected] Sam, Karah Silk, Gentry Silk, ing with his family to Mangum in 1955. Together they moved to Jake enjoyed fishing, camping, (&1FODVVLÀHGV#JPDLOFRP Nancy Karnowski, Macey Waddell, Finley Wadell, where he attended school gradu- Perkins, Oklahoma for a short and tending cattle. CSR Brooklyn Silk, Crew Silk, Jodi, ating in 1950. After graduation he period of time where Jake attend- He is preceded in death by his Silk, Bella Silk, Beth Silk, Bleu ed Oklahoma A&M University parents; daughter-in-law, Sheila Silk, Cody Vaught, Brady Vaught, before moving to the family farm Silk; 4 brothers; 1 sister. Blaize Vaught, and Memphis Silk; in between Sayre and Carter. He is survived by his 3 sons, Providing comfort and support for End of Life choices Jake and Minnie Marie farmed, ranched and raised their family. Jake (Butch) Silk II, Sayre, OK, 2 great great granddaughters, El- lis Silk and Noah Silk; and a host Charles Silk and wife, Susanne, of other relatives and friends. Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual resources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. JOYCE McDONALD For questions regarding hospice service or eligibilty, contact: Joyce (Woods) McDonald was Sterling Highschool and gradu- born December 18, 1930 to Da- ated with the class of 1949 as the Carrie Perry, RN - Administrator vid H. and Myrtle Mae (Hayes) Valedictorian and Class Presi- Woods in Sterling, OK. She dent. Holli Brittain, RN - MANAGER OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES passed on May 31, 2025 at the After high school, Joyce age of 94 years, 5 months, and moved to Woodward, OK and SOME OF THE MOST COMMON CONDITIONS ARE: 13 days. Joyce was the young- worked for Southwestern Bell est of 12 children. She attended as an operator. It was there • Cancer • Failure to Thrive • End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) she met her husband, Kenneth. • End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) • End Stage Amyotrophic They were married December Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) • End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) NOTICE OF LATEST NAMES APPEARING 30, 1950 and he preceded her in • End Stage Liver Disease • End Stage Renal Disease • AIDS/HIV AS OWNERS OF NEW UNCLAIMED PROPERTY death in 2000. To this union two • End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s children were born Diane and Charles. Joyce enjoyed working in her yard and fishing while able. Professional, Passionate When she became unable to Advance, Attentive ... pursue outdoor activities she enjoyed reading and working Our Difference is Our Care LOOK IN NEXT WEEK’S puzzles. She is preceded in death by Have you ever considered becoming a NEWSPAPER FOR YOUR NAME her parents David and Myrtle hospice volunteer? More than a billion dollars is waiting for more Woods, husband Kenneth Mc- A fulfulling experience in the spirit of than 8 million unclaimed properties and Donald, and son Charles Mc- giving and receiving. we need to return it now! Donald. Joyce is survived by her Take a few minutes next week to see if daughter Diane McDonald of your name is on our list in this newspaper, Elk City and Miss Kitty of the or check online at home. She is also survived by her niece Andra Stover of Cha- yourmoney.ok.gov nute, KS; nephews Larry Donley If you see your name, of Sterling, KS, Terry Donley of download the form at upclaim.ok.gov and Shattuck, OK, David and Laretta email to [email protected] Woods and Ronnie Woods and Sarah Wade all of Sterling, OK; Our service is completely free so don’t wait. We as well as numerous other niec- are here for you and want to reunite unclaimed es, nephews, extended, family property that’s rightfully yours. and a host of friends. In lieu of flowers, donations Locally owned & operated. Proudly serving UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DIVISION may be the Sterling Alumni As- sociation, PO Box 23, Sterling, Carrie Perry, RN central western Oklahoma since 2011. 4841 N. Sewell Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73118 OK 73567.