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Tuesday, October Arville Paul "A.P." Clark, 93, of Wichita Falls passed away at his home Saturday, October 13, 2012, surrounded by his family. Funeral services be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at Grace Church with Reggie Coe' officiating. There will be a visitation at Lunn's Colonial Funeral Home from 6-7 p.m. Monday evening.

Interment will I be in Crestview Memorial Park under the direction of Lunn's Colonial Funeral home. AP was born March 19, 1919, in Fort Worth, Texas, to the late Arville Paul Clark, Sr. and Tempie King Clark. He graduated from the University of Texas in 1942 and received his Masters in Petroleum Engineering from Penn State University. He enlisted in the U.S.

Navy as a 90 day wonder and served in the Pacific during World War II. After the War, he worked for several major oil companies in Pennsylvania and Oklahoma before moving to Wichita Falls in 1949 to help bring secondary recovery to the north Texas oil fields. Upon returning to Wichita Falls, he was reacquainted with his love, Christine Turner Clark and they were married in 1952. AP soon began his oil joint venture, Kathryn (Kay) Casey Barry, 74- years young. Beautiful Kay was born on Christmas day 1937 in Gainesville, Texas, to an equally beautiful mother, Gladess Mae Campbell, and Archie Glen Casey, a hard-working, soft-spoken father, passed away on September 29, 2012, in Columbus, Texas.

She was the youngest of three daughters, all dark eyed beauties known to everyone as the "Casey Girls." Kay spent much of her young life in Wichita Falls, Texas, where she loved to climb trees, ride her bike, and took great pride in being one of the first kids picked for a game of neighborhood baseball. She liked to think of herself as the best second baseman around, in spite of being a girl. During her teenage years, she danced and swooned to the music of Bobby Darin, Johnny Mathis, and especially Frank Sinatra, her lifelong "sweetheart." But it would be a local high school football star that stole her heart. Charles Deedy Wolston was the epitome of good looks, brains, and fearless bravado. The two of them were often described as being the best-looking couple around and by 18, beautiful, happy, and inlove, Kay married him.

Soon, Kay delivered a daughter, Tracey; fourteen months later, her son Brent was born, followed by her youngest son, Burke. All three of them rambunctious "rowdies" like their father. However, as with young love, Kay and Deedy came to realize that they had simply married too early too young. Although the marriage did not last, their devoted friendship to each other endured for the rest of their lives as did Kay's steadfast friendship with Peggy Provence Wolston, his wife. Although, many people found such a lifelong bond ironic, it was a testament to the fabric of their character and a commitment to their chil- 16, 2012 TIMES RECORD NEWS OBITUARIES Clark, Jr.

John (Jack) W. Randall a sister, Mattie Patrick of Ormond Beach, a daughter, Kathy Lummus and husband Neal; a son, Paul Clark and wife Libby; grandsons, Judson Crow of Dallas, Bo Clark and wife Brooke, Will Clark and his wife Lauren, all of Wichita Falls, and Seth Lummus of Denver, granddaughters, Betsy Clark of Wichita Falls, and Holly Miller and husband Paul of Colorado Springs, his great-grandchildren, Baily, Molly and Peter Clark, Hudson, Hayes, and Collier Clark and Arya Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank and acknowledge Jackie O'Neal and all her girls for the loving and professional care they provided Dad and Hospice of Wichita Falls for all their great help. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Road, Wichita Falls, Texas, 76310; or to the Grace Church Building Fund, 5214 Stone Lake Drive, Wichita Falls, Texas, 76310. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.

lunnscolonial.com. Lurid COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME Seeing Tove Snee own gourds for her craft, painted, made dolls from bisque, quilted her own designs, and created native jewelry. She also worked with metals and was an excellent' carpenter. Her love of art led her to become involved with the Live Oak Art Center in Columbus where she had served on the board of directors. She was also an active member of the Nesbitt Memorial Library Friends, Cat Rescue Coalition, PUPS, Houston SPCA, and many other animal charities.

Kay is preceded in death by both of her parents, Gladess and Archie Casey; her husband, Jack Barry; her beloved son, Brent; and former to her children, Charles Deedy Wolston. She leaves behind a daughter, Tracey Wegenhoft and husband Joe of Columbus, Texas; son, Burke Wolston of Columbus, Texas; sisters, Marjorie Weidman of Spokane, Washington, Jeanette Casey Shief of Kingman, Arizona; and dear friends Peggy and Tammy Wolston of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Kearney Balmer of Lubbock, Texas. Nine grandchildren: Cory Wolston (US Army); Erik Wolston; Casey Johnson, Heather Wolston, Carli Wolston, Heather Kollman, Cade Wolston, Tray Wegenhoft (U.S. Army), and Jake Wegenhoft. Also, seven nieces and nephews: Kim Casey and Lee Robison; Mark, Rich, and Brett Weidman; Brooke Skelley, and Lindsay Weidman.

Kay's memorial service will be held at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus, Texas at 10:00 on Saturday November 3, 2012. Anyone wishing to honor Kay's life may consider donating to the Live Oak Art Center 1014 Milam St. Columbus, Texas, 78934, or PUPS (Prevent Unwanted Pets) 1884 Bostic Rd. Cat Spring, Texas, 78933. Her family thanks you all for your friendship, prayers, and for celebrating beautiful Kay's life.

TO VIEW DEATH NOTICES, FUNERALS AND PENDING ARRANGEMENTS, PLEASE SEE PAGE 3A. John (Jack) W. Randall went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2012, at 8 p.m. at the age of 86. Jack was 'born John Will Randall on March 20, 1926, to Will (Bill) Harlow and Helen Jaye Randall in Blackwell, Okla.

When Jack was 18 months old, he suffered a severe illness and nerve damage to his ears, which left Jack profoundly hearing impaired. Because of the excellent education at the Central Institute of the Deaf in St. Louis, Jack functioned extremely well in the hearing world and read lips with great aptitude. In 1952, he moved to Wichita Falls, Texas, where he met and married Virginia (Jenny) Dell Smith on April 24, 1954. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Helen and his wife, Jenny.

In 2007, Jack moved from Wichita Falls to Lubbock, Texas, where he lived until his death. Jack loved playing bridge and fishing. Fishing for bass and competing in tournaments was a highlight of his life. He attained the distinction of Bridge Life Master and competed in bridge tournaments. Jack was a loving father and excellent provider to his family.

He leaves behind four children and three sonin-laws, Charles (Butch) of Wichita Falls, Texas, Lyndia Miller and spouse Michael of Palm City, Florida, Debbie Womack and spouse Lonnie of Colorado Springs, and Robin Cornwell and spouse Brahm of Lubbock; Texas; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Jack will be greatly missed by all those who loved him dearly. The memorial service will be Saturday, October 20, at 3 p.m. at Ecclesia, 6007 66th Street, Lubbock, Texas, Dr. Andrew Farley presiding.

Please direct any donations to Central Institute For the Deaf, 825 South Taylor Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110. Pauline Rose Grill Fisher A memorial mass for Pauline Rose Grill Fisher, age 82, of Denton and formerly of Muenster, scheduled' for a.m. Thursday, October 18, 2012, Sacred Heart Cath- olic Church in Muenster. services are also scheduled at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, October 17. The cremains will be interred in Sacred Heart Cemetery immediately following the mass. Services will be officiated by Rev. Ken Robinson and Rev. Baby George and directed by McCoy Funeral Home of Muenster.

Mrs. Fisher died at 5:45 Saturday, October 13, 2012, in a Denton Hospital. Pauline "Polly" was born in Midlothian, Illinois, on January 14, 1930. She was the second of the 5 children of Rudolph and Angeline Krejchik Grill. She grew up in Midlothian, attended St.

Christopher Catholic Church and graduated from Laretto High School in 1948. She, in 1950, joined the U.S. Marine Corps, She served a total of three plus years in the Marine Corps, during which time she Clyde met. Clyde was also a marine. After serving their time in the Marines, Polly and Clyde were married on June 27, 1953, in Midlothian at St.

Christopher Church. They then moved to Muenster on a farm just east of town. Four of their children were born during their 6 plus years on the farm. They then built a home in 1960 in Muenster where the last six children were born. The family lived in that house until moving to Denton in 1999.

Polly was a long time member of Catholic Daughters and the Lady Knights of Columbus and she was a lifetime herself in being with and caring for her family. She and Clyde literally traveled world-wide. Polly enjoyed being a wife and mother. She liked sewing, gardening, quilting and being with her friends and family. She will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her daughters and spouses, Nancie and Mark Lippe, of Muenster, Kathie and Timothy Herr, of Denton, Virginia and Karl Kelson, of Corinth, Julie and Brett Walford, of Corinth, Laurie and David Lawrence, of Denton; her sons and spouses, Charles Fisher of Muenster, Richard J. and Mary Kay Fisher of Denton, Daniel T. and Jana Fisher of Lindsay, Ronnie and Beverly Fisher of Wichita Falls; 27 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; her sister, Mary Phyllis Yates of Watervleit, Michigan; her brothers and spouses, Kenneth and Dorothy Grill of Midlothian, Illinois, Keith and Sharon Grill of Orland Park, Illinois. She was preceded in. death by her husband, Clyde Fisher; her daughter, Angeline Fisher; her granddaughter, Maggie Fisher; her infant brother; her daughter-in-law, Vicki Fisher.

The family requests memorials be made to: Sisters of St. Mary's Namur in Fort Worth, or The Loreto House in Denton, or Blessed John Paul II of Denton, or the charity of your choice. member of the Catholic Church. Polly was a devout family lady, one who delighted Bible Verse of the Day "How great you are, Sovereign LORD! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears." 2 Samuel 7:22 TRN275105 Believe it or not, you can't do OWENS A BRUMLEY FUNERAL HOME IN OHIO, women are prohibited from wearing patent leather shoes anywhere in public. OWENS BRUMLEY Burkburnett FUNERAL HOME CREMATION CENTER Location NINTH BROAD, WICHITA FALLS 940.322.3181 AVE.

COLLEGE, BURKBURNETT 940.569.3361 WWW.OWENSANDBRUMLEY.COM Times Record News A. P. Clark, Jr. Vinson Clark, with his partner Jerry Vinson that became his work. AP was active in civic affairs.

He was active in the North Texas Oil Gas Association where he served as Vice President. He volunteered for the' YMCA where he loved to play handball and helped with several of their capital campaigns and annual fund drives. He was an Optimist and enjoyed volunteering at their annual Christmas Tree Lot with his longtime friend A.K. Duncan. He also was involved as a CASA Advocate, Hospice volunteer, Society of Petroleum Engineers, Big Band Dance Club, and Coyote Booster Club.

Mr. Clark was a member of Grace Church and enjoyed hosting a weekly Bible study at his home where his spiritual mentor Tim Temple led the study. AP was an active sports enthusiast. He loved snow skiing, handball, water skiing and golf, especially golf. He was a stickler for the rules and was very proud of the numerous times he managed to shoot his age.

AP loved to travel and see the world. In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by his wife Christine; two sisters, Markie Walpole and Sammie Bear. He is survived by Kathryn (Kay) Casey Barry dren. Providing for herself and her children was often difficult, but Kay met the challenges with an unforgettable smile and a can-do spirit. All her life, she maintained a priceless naivety and never allowed controversy or confrontation to cloud her thoughts.

She was a natural-born peace keeper and the sunshine in any room. During the lean years, she learned to repair or make anything that she or her children needed. She changed her own oil in her second hand car, rewired garage sale lamps, sewed her children's clothes out of dimestore fabric, stretched a can of tuna to make it last three meals, and a second job at Christmas in order to give her children everything she could, all the while serving as a Cub Scout den mother, Camp Fire Girls leader, PTA officer, girls' softball coach, and room mother to each of her three children. However, one of her most tender characteristics was her love of animals. She provided for any stray that found its way to her doorstep.

She never turned away a hungry creature or needy child no matter what the circumstances might have been. In her late thirties, Kay found marital happiness with Childress, Texas, native, Jack Barry, an athlete who had played professional football and performed on the nightclub circuits. They married and enjoyed a whirlwind life together while living in El Paso, Texas, and Santa Teresa, New Mexico, before retiring to Columbus, Texas, in order to be near her daughter Tracey. Jack and Kay took up golf and traveled all over the southwest enjoying the game, socializing, and making friends. Prior to her marriage to Jack, Kay had spent her life working as a medical transcriptionist.

But her real aptitude was in the arts. She was a gifted folk artist who grew her Published daily by Times Publishing Co. 2012 1301 Lamar P.O. Box 120, Wichita Falls, TX Telephone Member of the Associated Press ISSN 0895-6138 Vol. 106, No.

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