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Home Apache, Caddo CO, Oklahoma March 2010 Ernest Wayne Martin Ernest W. Martin, second son of Hollis M. and Ona A, [Preston] Martin was born March 31, 1921 in Apache, OK. He returned to the Heavenly Father at 9:40 A.M. on December 18, 2010 in Chickasha, OK. Ernest attended Apache Public Schools, graduating in 1939. On September 2, 1942, he was drafted and sent to Sheppard Field, Wichita Falls, TX. From there he was sent to San Diego, CA to a B-24 Factory to observe four engine bombers being built. That time was followed by a short stay in Tucson, AZ, then regular duty as an airplane mechanic at Biggs Air Base near El Paso, TX. The job wasn't the greatest experience of his military career and he began to look for other areas of duty. Ernest noticed that flight crews would fly three or four hours a day, bring their planes in, and then take off for the barracks-their day's work done. It didn't take long for him to figure out who had the best deal. So when notice on the bulletin board for Pilots, Bombardiers and Navigators who could pass the I.Q. Test appeared, he signed up, just hoping to find a better job. After passing the test, Ernest was sent to Easter Oregon College of Education at LaGrande, OR for a crash refresher course in physics, math, meteorology, aircraft and naval identification, etc. Then it was on to Santa Ana, Ca for pre-flight school and another round of testing. Gunnery School at Kingman, AZ, was the next stop in training, followed by Advanced Navigation School at Hondo, TX. At the end of training, Ernest was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the 20th Air Force and sent immediately to Langley Field, VA. Nest was time in Lincoln, NE where the crew for his B-29 was assembled. The team picked up a new B-29 in Sacramento, CA for debarkation to the South Pacific Area. First stop in the Pacific was Honolulu, HI, then Guam, with the permanent station on Tinian to follow. During his time at Tinian, Ernest witnessed from the porch of the barracks a convoy consisting of a Navy heavy cruiser, with seven destroyer or sub-chasers around it. His first thought was that it was General MacArthur or Admiral Nimitz, but he later found out he had witnessed the A-Bomb being brought to the port to transfer to the Inola Gay. He flew eleven bombing missions over Japan. Like many of the "Greatest Generation", Ernest never talked openly about his service overseas, but the family had two documents he wrote telling them of some of his service exploits. Ernest was honorably discharged from the 20th Air Force in 1945. He returned home and married Jessie Lee Thomas on October 18, 1945 just west of Apache. To their union was born two sons, Robert Brian Martin of Kansas City, MO and Gary Wayne Martin of rural Caddo County in Oklahoma. For more than forty years he worked for Dolese Brothers at Richard's Spur. Ernest also served on the Apache School Board during the 1960's. He was a member of the American Legion. After retirement he continued to farm. Ernest was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Apache. He is survived by his wife, Jessie, of the home, two sons, one sister, Helen Whitaker of Garland, TX and one brother and his wife, Floyd and Dora Martin of Apache. Ernest also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Howard Martin and one sister, Ella McDaniel. Services will be held Wednesday, December 22nd at 2:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church with Reverend Leon Shade officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Crews Funeral Home. |
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Home Apache, Caddo CO, Oklahoma Saturday, September 17, 2011 Jessie Lee [Thomas] Martin APACHE Funeral for Jessie Martin, 89, Apache, will be at 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church with Pastor Rue Scott officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery under direction of Crews Funeral Home. Jessie passed away Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, in Chickasha. She was born July 15, 1922, in Fanshawe, to William Morris and Roxie Crabtree Thomas. During World War II, she worked for Boeing Aircraft in the wiring division in Wichita, Kan. She was a graduate of Cameron University. She married Ernest Wayne Martin on Oct. 18, 1945, west of Apache. He preceded her in death on Dec. 18, 2010. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Apache. She is survived by two sons: Robert Brian Martin, Kansas City, Mo.; and Gary Wayne Martin, Apache; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Ernest Martin; five brothers: Lester Thomas, Lynn Thomas, Ted Thomas, Earl Thomas and Pete Thomas; and one sister, Lavern Bodenstein. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.crewsfh.com. |
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Home Apache, Caddo CO, Oklahoma September 2008 Roland Max Martin RYAN Graveside service for Roland Maxwell Martin, 85, Ryan, will be at 10 a.m. today at Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Leon Shade officiating. Mr. Martin died Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008, in Ryan. Services are under direction of Crews Funeral Home. He was born Aug. 17, 1923, in Montrose, Colo., to Jim and Betty Martin. He graduated from Apache High School and entered the military during World War II. He returned to Apache after the war and worked for Boone School as a custodian. Survivors include three brothers: Lonnie Martin, North Charleston, S.C.; Joe Martin, Terral; and Jerry Martin, DeSoto; a sister, Letha Griffin, Ryan; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, the Rev. James Coy Martin. |
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Home Apache, Caddo CO, Oklahoma September 2008 Sherril Don Martin Sherril Don Martin Of Apache, Oklahoma Was born August 21, 1953 in Anadarko, OK to Floyd and Dora [Smith] Martin. He passed away February 17th in Chickasha, OK at the age of 61. Sherril graduated from Apache High School in 1971. He worked for C.H. Malone Ford before going to Cameron University where he received his Bachelorâ•.s Degree in Communications in 1988. Sherril worked for Miller & Jackson Electronics in sales and Page Aircraft before opening a Napa Autoparts store in Apache. Sherril enjoyed participating in Lawton community theatre productions, taking pictures, gardening and fishing. He loved watching his daughters and grandchildren in their school activities. He was an avid Apache Warriors fan and also an OU Sooners supporter. He loved visiting with people, but his greatest joy was his family. He is survived by: His parents - Floyd and Dora Martin Apache 2 daughters - Cari Ann Brewer Apache Nichole Lynn Lamb Apache 4 grandchildren - Dakota Wyatt Williamson, Cara Nichole Brewer, Kyler James Vandenbroeck, Jesse Tucker Lamb 1 brother and his wife - Shelby and Toya Martin Wichita Falls, TX 1 sister - Sheila Martin Fountain Lawton. Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 20th at 2:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Kerry Glasgow officiating and assisted by Rev. Bud Jones. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery under the direction of Crews Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the Grady Memorial doctors and the wonderful staff at Lifeline Hospice for their loving care and dedication. |
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Home Apache, Caddo CO, Oklahoma Sunday, May 20, 2012 Bruce Howard Martin STILLWATER Graveside services for Bruce Howard Martin, 56, Stillwater, will be 10 a.m. Monday at Fairview Cemetery in Apache. Mr. Martin died Friday, May 18, 2012, in Stillwater. Services are under he direction of Crews Funeral Home. Mr. Martin was born April 19, 1956, in Anadarko to Howard M. and Laura Knoepfli Martin. He attended Oklahoma State University. He worked as a maintenance supervisor for OSU before returning to Apache to farm his father's land. He was a devoted "Trekkie" and computer nut. He also enjoyed working as a mechanic and tinkering on cars and trucks. Survivors include his uncle and aunt: Floyd and Dora Martin, Apache; nine cousins: Glen McDaniel, Mike McDaniel, Mark Whitaker, Diane Whitaker, Shelby Martin, Sherril Martin, Sheila Martin Fountain, Robert Martin, Gary Martin; and numerous "great" cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents; an uncle, Ernest Martin; and two aunts: Helen Whitaker and Ella McDaniel. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.crewsfh.com. |
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