Haddon Spurgeon Moats, age 90, a McKinney, TX resident, formerly of Atoka was born on Monday, February 6, 1928, to John and Nettie (Bradford) Moats, at Caney, OK. Haddon passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at Plano, TX. He was 90 years, 10 months and 20 days.
He graduated from Atoka High School, then went on to graduate from Southeastern Oklahoma State University with a bachelor's degree in music and history, received a master's degree from the University of North Texas, and a doctorate degree from the University of Kansas.
Haddon was a College Administrator for Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence Kansas. He proudly served his country in The Navy during World War 2.
Haddon married Margarita (Marquez) on Saturday, June 19th, 1954 at Veracruz, Mexico. They shared 58 years together until her passing in 2012.
Haddon was of the Mormon faith. He was interested in genealogy, Indian relations, and history.

SURVIVED BY

DAUGHTERS: Amy Robin and husband Bernard of Pickens, SC
Margaret Sheikhi and husband Richard of San Antonio, TX
GRANDDAUGHTER: Christen Leach of Houston, TX
GRANDSONS: Andrew Leach of Tulsa, OK.
Amir Sheikhi of San Antonio, TX
Andre Sheikhi of San Antonio, TX
As well as other relatives and beloved friends.

PRECEDED IN DEATH BY
PARENTS: John and Nettie (Bradford) Moats
WIFE: Margarita (Marquez) Moats

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DATE OF SERVICES: Saturday, December 29, 2018 10AM

PLACE OF SERVICES: Butler Cemetery, Lane, Oklahoma

OFFICIATING: Bro. Bartt Bradford

INTERMENT: Butler Cemetery

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