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Camilla Quassa

05/20/1939 - 08/01/2015

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Obituary For Camilla Quassa

Camilla Frances Quassa, 76, of Hendrix, Oklahoma, passed from this life Saturday, August 1, 2015, at The Medical Center of Plano. Memorial services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 8th at Hendrix Baptist Church. Camilla was born May 20, 1939, in Sierra Blanca, TX, to William and Elizabeth Ruth Moore Tidwell. She graduated from El Paso High School in 1956, and married Frank Graves Jr. just a few months later. They enjoyed over 15 years together before his death in 1971. She later married James Charles Quassa. He preceded her in death in 2007. Camilla was an all-American cowgirl. Born on a West Texas ranch, she rode her horse to and from school every day. Throughout her life she was heavily involved in raising horses, showing horses and riding horses; whether barrel-racing competitions, rodeos, parades or leisure. The event was immaterial, as long as she could be in the saddle. When she wasn't on horseback, Camilla was likely to be found reading. She also loved Texas country music. Among her favorites were Stoney Edwards, Marty Robbins and George Jones. Camilla was a kind, generous person and took in strays anytime they showed up; four-legged or two-legged. She was known as 'Mom' or 'Nana' to most of Hendrix, OK. Her house was always a refuge for anyone who needed a place to go. Camilla was preceded in death by her parents, both of her husbands, three brothers and a sister, daughter Mollie Ogelsby Smith, and grandson Billy Bob Berry in 1998. Survivors include her sons: Tommy Graves and wife Kimberly Stockbridge, of Hendrix, and Elton Michael of Sherman; daughters, Kristal Jordan and husband Michael, of Pottsboro, and Donna Fannin, of Denison; grandchildren: Shane Graves, Roger Graves, Danielle Smith, Shawn Hammonds, Tanner Hoaglen, Sierra Hoaglen, Anthony Jordan, Cheyenne Hoaglen, Zachary Jordan, Lexi Jordan and Angie Ogelsby; great-grandchildren: Ember Graves, Caleb Graves, Amara Smith, Payden Smith, Dillon Hammonds, Benny Hammonds, Julie Hammonds, Logan Hammonds, Jace Todd, Gabrielle Ogelsby and Jada Davis; numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of precious friends. Serving as honorary pallbearers are: Stanley Cobbs, Trey Blanton, Derek Smith, Chris Dill, Sonny Dutchover and Raymond Glenn.

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  • 08/07/2015

    Terry Wilson

    Tommy and Crystal, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time of your lives. Aunt Cami was a beautiful caring woman and will be missed but always remembered. She always had a smile and cute little laughter chuckle. She had so much love for her Family and all her animals. ~ Terry Wilson, Hamlin, Texas

  • 08/05/2015

    Karin Dungee

    I worked online with Cami doing radiology transcription many years ago and even though we were reassigned to other accounts, Cami stayed in touch with several of us and we loved her. I am so sorry to hear of her passing and offer my affection to her family. ~ Karin Dungee, Haw River, North Carolina

  • 08/05/2015

    Starlynn Watkins

    A journey well done! Prayers for family & loved ones for strength to continue their journeys. ~ Starlynn Watkins, Paris, Texas

  • 08/04/2015

    Our thoughts and prayers are with at this time. She will be missed by many. Love and prayers. Kathy and Katy Beesinger

  • 08/04/2015

    Raymond glenn

    Sorry about your loss she was a sweet woman Good to everyone she was around ~ Raymond glenn, van alstyne, Texas

  • 08/04/2015

    Jolie Wright

    Krystal, I'm so sorry for your loss; including the rest of your family. I feel for her grandchildren. I know she will be missed, deeply. May God Bless each and everyone of you. ~ Jolie Wright, Dallas, Texas

  • 08/04/2015

    Cindy (Edwards) Keeling

    So sorry for your loss Tommy, Danielle and the rest of the family. Cammy was a great neighbor and friend to me, Lindsey and Stoney for years. Praying for peace and rest for the family. Love you all. ~ Cindy (Edwards) Keeling, Oklahoma

  • 08/04/2015

    Rachel Glenn

    Roger and Rachel Glenn Tommy & family we are so sorry for the loss of a great person. Cammie was always their for her family and love all the same big heart for all open door's and open heart. ~ Rachel Glenn, Van Alstyne, Texas

  • 08/04/2015

    Pat Bramblett

    Cami and I grew up together in Sierra Blanca. We became friends on Facebook a year or so ago. I so enjoyed the contact with her and was shocked and saddened by her passing. I will miss her. ~ Pat Bramblett, Sierra Blanca, Texas

  • 08/04/2015

    Sue Bissitt

    I'm sorry for your loss Krystal.I know she was so important to you and the kids. The family has our prayers. ~ Sue Bissitt, Walnut Ridge, Arkansas

  • 08/03/2015

    Sue Anderson

    So sorry for your loss of Cammie. I worked with her at Medical Plaza Hospital for many years. She was a super lady. ~ Sue Anderson, Wylie, Texas

  • 08/03/2015

    Tina Highfield

    Words can not explain the loss that is felt by all that knew Cami. Heart that big touches so many. We will all remember her with much love in our heart, tears in our eyes and a smile on our face. If there is a separate heaven for animals, that is where Cami is, not even the good lord will argue with her about it! Love you Cami! My heart goes out to all the family, I would say be at peace cause she is now resting in peace, but I know she already found something in heaven to clean, or take care of.... Thank you Lord for allowing us to share Cami's Love! Prayers for you all! ~ Tina Highfield, Calera, Oklahoma

  • 08/03/2015

    Terry Steward

    From Terry Joe and Ann Steward. So sorry for loss Tommy. Your Mom was a great Lady and we always enjoyed our conversations when we would run into her and sometimes you at Albertson grocery shopping. God Bless you and your family as only He can. Amen. ~ Terry Steward, Denison, Texas

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