Mary Leta Reed, longtime Cushing resident, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2009 in the Cushing Regional Hospital at the age of 88 years.
The daughter of the late George Reed and Melvina Freeman Reed, Leta was born on March 22, 1920 in Maramec, where she was reared and educated, graduating from Maramec High School.
Leta moved to Cushing in the early 50's and had worked as secretary for the Midland-Hudson Refinery until retirement.
After her retirement, Leta enjoyed traveling all over the world. She also enjoyed having a garden.
Survivors include three nephews, Jim Dunlap and Bob Dunlap of Jennings and Jack Dunlap of Gore; several great nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Rufus James Dunlap, Cecil Dunlap and Everett Dunlap.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Jennings Cemetery with reverend Paul Travis officiating.