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from 2021 February Shorthorn Country

Junior Corner

Farewells

On December 22, 2020, rodeo and ranching legend

Roger “Sloan”

Williams passed away in Wharton, Texas. He was 88 years old. Sloan Williams was born on August 28, 1932 in Navasota, Texas to Knox T. Williams, Jr. and Catherine Sloan Williams. Sloan, his older brother Knox Williams III (deceased, 2005) and the Williams family resided in Millican, Texas, where Sloan’s father and grandfather were pioneering ranchers and landowners. A graduate of Navasota High School, Sloan was the District FFA President, Vice-President of his Senior Class, and a football and basketball player, but he was most proud of how he would sneak out of school to work on the family’s ranch. Sloan started his own commercial cattle operation the year he graduated, in 1950.

On July 15, 1954, Sloan married Mollie Jo Forgason of the J.D. Hudgins Brahman Ranch. The couple lived briefly in Houston while Sloan worked at Port City Stockyards. One year later, they settled permanently in Hungerford, Texas. Sloan worked on the J.D. Hudgins Ranch for several years before starting his own business, the Sloan Williams Rodeo Company.

In the 1960s and ‘70s, Sloan was known as a top dealer of rank bucking stock – at one time, he owned over 300 bucking bulls. His most famous bull, V-61, was unridden for four years and inducted into the Bull Riding Hall of Fame. Sloan won the I.R.A Saddle Bronc of the Year award for four consecutive years (1967 to 1970) and the 1967 Bareback Horse of the Year award.

Sloan loved nothing more than attending rodeos and cattle shows so he could have good visits with his many friends. He’d usually greet them with a wide grin and the opening line: “You got any money?” He was beloved for his corny jokes and many colorful expressions like: “Shoot low; they may be riding Shetlands!”

Known for ‘doing deals’, Sloan couldn’t resist buying a herd of cattle or a piece of land. It was 1971 when he sold his rodeo company and purchased V8 Ranch, a registered Brahman operation established in 1944. Working with his family, he established V8 Ranch as one of the top Brahman herds in the world and was an active rancher until the last year of his life.

In addition to serving as President of the American Brahman Breeders Association, Sloan also served as an internationally renowned cattle judge. After judging the International Brahman Show in 1994, The Brahman Journal wrote: “The audience got everything they could have asked for and more this year when Sloan Williams stepped into the Houston arena. He is the most respected judge the Brahman breed has ever produced across all breed barriers. Sloan is a cattleman that knows very few peers.” He was exceedingly proud to have judged some of the most prestigious cattle shows in the world including Australia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, South Africa, Thailand and The Philippines; he made friends wherever he went.

Sloan and Mollie were humbled by the honors they received from their peers. He was inducted into both the American Brahman Breeders Association Hall of Fame and the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame. The 2000 International Brahman Show was dedicated to him, and the 2019 National Brahman Show was dedicated to both Sloan and Mollie. Just as important to Sloan was the honor of serving as Deacon at Abell Street Church of Christ, where he was an active member for decades.

Sloan is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mollie, their children, Jim Williams (Luann) and Jan Williams Powell, and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved watching his three grandchildren: Rachel Williams Cutrer (Brandon); Catherine Sloan Williams Neumayr (Luke), and Payton Sloan Powell Jessee (Joe Dodge) compete in cattle shows and rodeos just as much as he enjoyed watching them get married and start their own professional lives and families. The great grandkids: Mollie Jo Cutrer, Ann Catherine Cutrer, and Knox Neumayr, will miss sharing bowls of Blue Bell ice cream with their Daddaw. As Sloan enters the gates to the Big Ranch in the Sky, we can all see him turning around to sign off with his signature goodbye: “Check’s in the mail!” =

2021 WHR ASSESSMENT FEES

If 2021 assessment is paid between these dates November 1, 2020 - January 17, 2021 January 18, 2021 - February 28, 2021 March 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021 Pay this amount per head $16 $20 $25

Marvella Joan

Kardel Korthaus, 91 years of age, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020, at Crestview Center in Shelbyville, Ky. She was born on June 19, 1929 in Davenport, to Gilbert and Mabel (Schlunsen) Kardel. She graduated from Davenport High School. Marvella was united in marriage to Wilbert Waldo Korthaus on Oct. 19, 1952. To this union two children were born, Maurice and Marlan. They made their home on their family farm in Walcott. The last six years Marvella lived near their oldest son and his family in Smithfield, Ky.

Marvella was a homemaker and spent her entire life devoted to her family and helping on the farm. She had a great passion for Shorthorn Cattle, which she inherited from her Father and Grandfather. The couple also raised crops and hogs. Marvella also loved to bake and will be long remembered for her hot rolls and tea ring.

Marvella volunteered in many capacities. She was a long time board member of the Mississippi Valley Fair. She and her husband, Wilbert, served as the beef superintendents for many years. She was a 4-H member and leader, which led to being honored as a Scott County 4-H Alumni. She was also an active member of the Scott County Cattlemen and Scott County Cow Belles, and received the honor of being Cow Belle of the year. As long time members and volunteers of the Iowa Shorthorn Association and Iowa Shorthorn Lassies, Marvella and Wilbert were selected in 1992 as Honored Breeders for the Iowa Royal Shorthorn Sale in Des Moines, Iowa. Marvella was also garnered with the honor of Iowa Shorthorn Lassie of the Year Award.

Marvella was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She thoroughly enjoyed traveling to watch her children and grandchildren exhibit their Shorthorn Cattle and proud that her passion for the breed will be carried on for many generations.

Marvella is survived by her children Maurice (Faye) Korthaus of Smithfield, Ky., Marlan (Brenda) Korthaus of Udell, Iowa. Four grandchildren, Fran (David) McCall of Shelbyville, Ky., Wes Korthaus of Smithfield, Ky., Jody (Owen) Heetland of Ackley, Iowa, Cody (fianceé Hannah Wilson) of Udell, Iowa, and two greatgrandchildren, Lane and Cooper McCall of Shelbyville, Ky. Also surviving are her sisters Bernice Meier and Doris Klahn of Davenport, brother and sister-in-law Alvin and Jeanette Korthaus of Davenport, great aunt Evelyn Schlunsen of Davenport, as well as many cherished nephews, nieces, and their families.

Marvella was preceded in death by her husband Wilbert Korthaus, parents Gilbert and Mabel Kardel, in-laws Waldo and Viola Korthaus.

Memorials may be made to the family to be designated at a later date for enrichment of youth livestock programs and may be mailed to Maurice Korthaus, 7039 Ballardsville Rd, Smithfield, KY 40068. =

Mr. Jesse M

Duckett, 82 of Hope, Arkansas passed from this life Monday, October 12, 2020 at Wadley Medical Center in Texarkana, TX. Jesse was born November 7, 1937 to Thomas William and Hazel Christine Rogers Duckett in Benton, Arkansas. He is proceeded in death by his parents, his beloved wife of 59 years, Jennie Sanders Duckett and an infant daughter, Melissa Sue Duckett. His brother, Thomas “Tim” Duckett, Sister-inlaw, Betty Quillin Duckett and nephew, Mark Duckett.

He is survived by his sister, Sue Duckett Smith, nephew Johnny Duckett and wife Karen, niece Julie Duckett Lively and husband Steve. Four great-nephews; Brian Duckett of Little Rock, Ar, Matthew Duckett of New York, NY, William Lively (Jenny) of Tolar, TX, Clinton Lively (Melanie) of Fulton, AR. One great-great niece, Tula Maxine Lively.

Jesse always had an interest in agriculture from a young age he kept horses and cattle. After graduating from Hope High School in 1955, he worked with his father and brother in land excavation and pond building. He later found himself traveling the country with Winrock Farms showing Santa Gertrudis cattle.

Jesse found the love of his life, Jennie Sanders and married November 26, 1959. They traveled to Louisiana and around Arkansas as Jesse worked for several Herford farms showing their cattle. Finally, they settled back in Hope, Arkansas where Jesse discovered a love for real estate and became licensed agent, broker and appraiser. He and Jennie later purchased the Byers Abstract and Title Company and also established Duckett Farms. Jesse and Jennie were quite fortunate to be able to spend every day building their business and farm.

Jesse latter became interested in Shorthorn Cattle, he and Jennie purchased a registered herd and traveled extensively showing their cattle and winning many Championships while becoming well known in the Shorthorn Cattle circles. Jesse served for many years on the National and Arkansas Shorthorn Association Boards. But their greatest joy came from helping their nephews, Mark Duckett, Danny Sanders, Brian Duckett and Matthew Duckett to grow and show their own champion Shorthorn herds.

Jesse was well known at the state, district, and county fairs he would always be there to help and give advice to the young cattle showmen, even supplying them with animals to raise and show. Jesse was a big supporter of 4H and Future Farmers of America. He was awarded an Honorary State FFA Degree which is the highest honor at the state level given to an individual, during the State FFA Convention, Camp Couchdale, 2009.

Jesse was active in his community serving on the State, District, and Hempstead County Fair Boards for many years. He was a member of the Hempstead County Cattleman’s Association. He was a member of Hope Rotary. He was also a lifetime member of Garrett Memorial Baptist Church where he was instrumental in the purchasing of the new church property and building of the new building. He was a member of the Iris Warren Sunday School =Class for more than 60 years.

Margaret Anne

Wood Hrlic, 65, died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood.

Born in Belleville, Michigan and a daughter of the late Melvin Roy Wood and Mary Ann Carey Wood, she was the wife of Thomas Joseph Hrlic, Jr. Mrs. Hrlic was a former Meat Inspector with USDA and enjoyed raising Shorthorn and Simmental show cattle.

Surviving are her husband, Thomas Joseph Hrlic, Jr., a daughter, Elizabeth (Libby) Hrlic Templeton (Wayne-husband) of Saluda, a sister, Mona Ery Baisch of Punta Gorda, FL and a granddaughter, Victoria Rose Templeton.

No services will be held at this time. =

David William

Workman, 96 of Bellaire, Ohio died Wednesday January 6, 2021 at the Country Club Retirement Center. He was born May 6, 1924 in Bellaire, Ohio. A son of the late Karl and Viola

(Linard) Workman.

He was a self-employed contractor and previously worked at Loy’s Building Center. He was a WW II Veteran, a member of the Belmont Presbyterian Church in Key Ridge, Ohio, where he served as an Elder

Terrell “Pa”

Crow, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Terrell was born on October 25, 1942 east of Lawton to Lewis and Mable (Blackburn) Crow. He grew up in East Lawton and graduated from Elgin High School in 1960. He worked for a while at Pepsi Cola and Oklahoma Tire and Supply. He married the love of his life, Sue Daily on September 1, 1962 in Lawton. Terrell opened Crow’s Muffler Shop with his brother, Harold where he owned and operated the shop until his retirement in 2000. He then enjoyed his cattle and the farm life. He loved his grandchildren and was always seen attending their sporting events and stock shows. He was a devoted member of the Cache Creek Cowboy Church where he and Sue have remained very active. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Sue Crow, of the home; his children and their spouses, Condra and Randy Langford, Chattanooga, OK, Jerrell and Stephanie Crow, East of Lawton, Gwen Allred and A.J. Adams, Randlett, OK, and Brian Neeley, Lawton; OK; grandchildren, Angela and Noah Ellis, Lawton, Katie Langford, Chattanooga, April Langford and fiance, Thomas Penland, Geronimo, Jobie and Alex Cash, Granite, Ethan Crow and Fiance Madison White, Rush Springs, Joe and Jennifer Rodrick, Geronimo, Andrew Gray and Rima Gray Krabuanrat, OKC, Bobbie and Nicholas Morgan, OKC, and Courtney and Carlos Vargas, OKC; great grandchildren, Avery Gardner, Madysen Gardner, Jaeden Ellis, Jacobi Ellis, Kaegen Langford, Brody Penland, Lennox Penland, Kenzi Cash, Hailey Rodrick, Christiano Vargas, Coralie Vargas, Ronin Gray-Krabuanrat, and Madeline Morgan; his brother, Harold Crow; and his sister, Janie Dupler; nephews, Steven Crow, Butch Erricson, Mark Erricson, Fred Erricson, and numerous family and friends; and a very special friend, Jack Whiteman.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Mable Crow; a great granddaughter, Kaylee Jo Langford; and his prize bird dog, Comanche Rex Bowser. = ,the American Shorthorn Association, Eastern Ohio Shorthorn Association, and Ohio Shorthorn Breeders Association, past Board of Director of Ohio Shorthorn Association, Member of the Honor Flight Network of Columbus, Ohio where he flew to Washington D.C. and was able to view all of the memorials. He was an avid Ohio State Fan. David enjoyed attending all county and state fairs and all Shorthorn events, where he was most proud when watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren show their animals. For the last 18 years, he gave all his great grandchildren a quarter every time he saw them as a way for them to remember him. David will be missed as he was the Patriarch of the Workman Family Farm, Key Ridge Shorthorn Farm.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Zelda Mae (Winzenreid) Workman, son in law, Armando Perez, two brothers, George and Carl Dwight Workman, a sister, Juanita Kirkland.

David is survived by his three children, Marjorie Perez of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Richard Workman of Bellaire, Ohio and Robert (Ladonna) Workman of Bellaire, Ohio four grandchildren, Jeff Workman, Becky (Corey) Betts, Brent (Leanne) Workman, and Michelle (Brian) Brennan and eight great grandchildren Alyssa and Sierra Betts, Jacob, Joshua and Caleb Brennan, Breanne, Gage and Cooper Workman. =