In Loving Memory
In Memory of
Leroy Kendall
April 3, 1927 - September 1, 2009
Leroy was laid to rest in Lone Elm Cemetery Claremore, OK.
Leroy raced stocks in and around Tulsa during the 50's and 60's and the most interesting thing brought out at his service was his joining the Army at age 14. That only lasted 1 month because they learned his true age. When he became of age he joined the Navy. Leroy was multi talented and was always smiling.
We will miss that smile !
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In Loving Memory
John Thomas Sawyer
March 5, 1926 - December 21, 2008
Services for 82 year old "Johnnie" Sawyer was held December 23, 2008 at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel in Broken Arrow, OK.
Johnnie drove midgets in the mid forties and was known for driving the Geo Thomas Offy that Geo bought from Arnold Krause in California. That #93 was the midget that Mickey Rooney drove in Big Wheel.
Attending the service was former midget pilots Buddy Cagle and Bob Brummett. Randy Thomas attended and he is the son of the late Geo Thomas. Danley Clow started his photography career about the time Johnny started racing midgets. Randy and Danley had a long visit after the service.
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In Loving Memory
Thelma Lucille Howerton
Born September 14, 1926 Passed away October 13. 2009
Oakhurst, OK. Tulsa, OK
Thelma married Angelo Howerton over 60 years ago and had been with him during his racing career. She was also the mother of Jackie Howerton, well known driver and builder.
Angelo is 93 and attends the legion luncheons Buddy Cagle and wife were amoung the many race drivers and fans attending the funeral Buddy drove for Angelo and they traveled OK and TENN. racing Angelo's midgets.
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In Loving Memory
Charles H. Bean
A memorial service was held on September 26th in Tulsa for Charles H. Bean. Charle was born on June 26,1920 and passed away September 22, 2008 in Sperry, OK. His former driver, Joe Siefried, was in attendance as well as many other Tulsa race personalities.
Besides being a car owner he furnished the white jeep used at the Tulsa races. The 88 year old Charlie was well liked and his great smile will be missed.
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