C.W. “Dub” Leathers, 95, of Olton, died Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in Olton, TX. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon, Aug. 12, 2024, at Main Street Church of Christ in Olton with Evangelist Dallas Carrasco and Evangelist Neal Schofield officiating. Interment followed at Olton Cemetery under the care of Ramage Funeral Directors.
Dub was born March 2, 1929, in Hollis, OK, to W.H. and Era (Crawley) Leathers. The family moved to the Olton area and Dub attended school in Springlake and Olton, graduating from Olton High School in 1946. On Dec. 9, 1950, Dub married Frances Rainer in Plainview. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and then returned home to farm. A farmer for over 50 years, Dub served on the Olton Coop Gin board of directors. He enjoyed square-dancing and traveling. A member of Main Street Church of Christ, Dub was also a member of Masonic Lodge #1247 in Olton and was a 72 year Mason.
Dub was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife. Survivors include his son; his daughters; 13 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials be made to Sandhills Village, PO Box 767, Olton, Texas 79064 or the Olton Cemetery Association, PO Box 1055, Olton, Texas 79064.