Polly L. Gossage, a longtime resident of Dewar and Henryetta, died June 26, 2018 in Henryetta at the age of 94. Polly was born Feb. 15, 1924 in Kusa to James Londagin and Ellar (Hedrick) Londagin.
She grew up in the Henryetta area, attending school in Dewar. She later attended Oklahoma A&M where she earned her bachelors degree in education. Polly became an elementary educator and worked for many years in both Dewar Public Schools and later at Henryetta Public Schools before her retirement. Polly was married to the love of her life, George "Bill" Gossage and they remained happily enjoined until his death.
Polly was a longtime member of the Baptist Church.
Polly was preceded in death by her father, James Londagin; her mother, Ellar Hedrick Londagin; her brother, Jimmy Lee Londagrin; a sister, Ann Carson; and a brother-in-law, Bill Berry.
She is survived by her four sisters: Mary Louise Berry of Henryetta, June Medlock of Inola, Pat Simmons of Inola, and Luella Sue Stinson of Hoover, Ala.; by numerous nieces and nephews; other extended family and many good friends.
Viewing for Polly will be held Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Integrity Funeral Service.
A funeral service is set for 2 p.m. Friday, June 29 at Integrity Chapel. Interment will follow immediately at Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of Integrity Funeral Service of Henryetta.