Obituaries

Deloris Faye (Batts) Stout was born on February 8, 1943, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, to Roger Batts and Gladys Hogan Batts. She passed away on June 21, 2024, in Frisco at the age of 81.

Growing up, Deloris excelled in sports and achieved All-State honors in Basketball during high school. She was recognized for her speech skill and loved drama class. Deloris had built-in playmates her whole life, including her three sisters and one brother. The siblings loved playing together and worked hard to support themselves.

Leon Lee Williams, 72, of Miami, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors.

Mike Dake, 62, of Glazier and the IV Ranch, stepped into his heavenly home on July 5, 2023.

A memorial service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held at 11 am, Wednesday, July 12, at the River Ministries Church with Donald Hill, Pastor, officiating. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.

Lesa Kay Schafer, 64, of Canadian, stepped into her new heavenly adventure on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Canadian.

Graveside Services will be held at 10 am, Saturday, June 22, 2024, at the Lone Tree Cemetery in Ellis County, Oklahoma, with Shawn Davis officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.

Lizabeth Ann Fuson Valentine, 56, of Canadian passed from this life on May 28, 2024, in Canadian.

On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Peggy Pollard, 83, completed her beautiful journey.

Richard Joseph “RJ” Murray, 95, of Canadian, formally of Hart stepped into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Canadian.

Private family services will be held at a future date. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.

Daisy "Dee" Ann Bank, 88, of Salina, Kansas, stepped into her heavenly home Friday, May 10th, 2024.

Visitation will be from 1-8 pm, on Thursday, May 16, at Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian, 203 S 3rd St, Canadian.

Raymond H. McDonald, 87, of Canadian stepped into the arms of Jesus Sunday, May 5, 2024, in Canadian.

Memorial services will be held at 11 am, Saturday, June 1, 2024 at the Church of Christ in Durham, Oklahoma. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.