William Lee Thornton
Jul 14, 2026
William Lee Thornton, “Willie”, was born February 13, 1949, in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma to William Edward Thornton and Hester Farrow. William departed this life unexpectedly on July 14, 2026, following a motor vehicle accident, at the age of 77 years.
His family finds comfort in the knowledge that William was welcomed into Heaven by his Lord and reunited with his beloved...
Christy Ann O'Dell
Jul 14, 2026
Christy Ann (Davis) O’Dell was born July 19, 1967, in Wagoner, Oklahoma to Annie (Pofahl) and Clarence Blaine Davis. She graduated from Wagoner High School in 1985. On November 15, 1985, she married her beloved husband, Justin A. O’Dell, and they began a life full of love and devotion. They were blessed with two children – their son, Joshua and...
Janie Mae Reaves
Jul 13, 2026
Janie Mae (Robertson) Reaves was born November 28, 1949, in Wagoner, Oklahoma to William Felix and Katherine (Hensley) Robertson. She made her home in Muskogee, Oklahoma and was employed as a food processor in the poultry industry until her retirement.
In her spare time Janie enjoyed the hobby of bead-working and making many lovely pieces of jewelry while relishing the companionship...
Jo Ann Cutbirth
Jul 12, 2026
IN REMEMBRANCE OF
82 year old Jo Ann (Scott) Cutbirth of Porter Oklahoma who peacefully passed July 12, 2026.
Born March 12, 1944 in Spiro Oklahoma to Mary and Ernest Scott, Jo Ann enjoyed her early childhood and school years around Dallas Ft. Worth and Phoenix areas. Then, in late 1957 Jo Ann met Jess Cutbirth and on June 26, 1958 they...
Gayla Wright
Jul 12, 2026
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” Matthew 25:23
On Sunday, July 12, 2026, our beloved Gayla Wright answered her Heavenly Father’s call and peacefully entered eternal rest, surrounded by the love of her family. While our hearts are saddened by her passing, we rejoice knowing that she has received her heavenly reward...
Jeanetta Banowetz
Jul 9, 2026
Jeanetta (Morgan) Banowetz, 87, a resident of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, departed this life on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on January 19, 1939, to Samuel Lee Morgan and Bessie Lee (Williams) Morgan.
Following high school graduation Jeanetta began a life defined by her wide interests....
William "Bill" Delbert Welch
Jul 7, 2026
William D. Welch, lovingly known as Bill, passed away peacefully at his home in Gosnell, Arkansas, on July 7, 2026, at the age of 84, with his beloved wife by his side.
Bill was born on October 28, 1941, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He proudly and honorably served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. His military service...
Oliver Olen Taylor
Jul 4, 2026
With broken hearts, the family announces the passing of Oliver Olen Taylor, who was called to his heavenly home on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the tender age of 18 months. Oliver was born on December 3, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to his loving mother, Michelle May Marie Taylor.
Though his time on earth was far too brief, his life was...
Clifford Pat Murphy
Jul 4, 2026
Clifford Pat Murphy was born November 28, 1953, in Redwood, California to Pat Murphy and Carrie McClure. Clifford departed this life on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 72 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister, and one great-granddaughter.
Clifford was known by all who knew him as a person...
Bonni Lin Bunting
Jul 2, 2026
Bonni Lin (Bartlett) Bunting passed away surrounded by her family on the evening of July 2nd, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Pat Bartlett and her husband Ray Bunting. Bonni is survived by her son Peter McLane (Jennifer), their 5 children Kristi Powers (Tony), Brendan McLane, John McLane (Katie), Covie McLane, and Ella McLane. Her daughter Patricia...
Joanna Faye Etchison
Jun 29, 2026
Joanna Faye (Odom) Etchison entered the presence of her Heavenly Father on Monday, June 29, 2026, at the age of 83. Her earthly journey was one marked by unwavering faith, intellectual curiosity, compassionate service, and a profound devotion to those she loved. Though her voice has fallen silent, the lessons she taught, the lives she influenced, and the legacy she...
Janice Ann Turney
Jun 24, 2026
Janice Ann (Peters) Turney, 82, departed this life on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Muskogee, OK, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on August 4, 1943, to Marion L Peters and Ester (Quiggley) Peters in Fayetteville, NC.
The family will greet friends at a Visitation which will be held on Tuesday, June 30,...
Georgia Lee Deatherage
Jun 23, 2026
Georgia Lee (Walker) Deatherage of Wagoner, Ok went home peacefully to be with the Lord on June 23, 2026, at the age of 93.
Georgia was born on December 19, 1932, to Claude and Dora Walker in Hulbert Ok where she also attended school. Being the oldest sister, Georgia started working within and outside of the family at an early age....
Elsie Louise Sutherland
Jun 10, 2026
Elsie Louise Sutherland (nee Peterson) passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026 at the age of 90 at Clarehouse in Tulsa, OK. Born to William Ernest Peterson and Nola Emma (Pearce)Peterson on December 9,1935 in Dustin, OK, she was the youngest of four, along with Opal Lee Kirkland, Andrew Nelson Peterson, and Clarence Edgar Peterson, who all predeceased her. She...
Dylan Andrew Ruehle
Jun 9, 2026
Some people leave footprints. Dylan Andrew Ruehle left court markings, fishing lines, golf divots, and a trail of memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who loved him.
Dylan departed this life on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the unwavering love of his family, following complications from an accident. Though...
Robert "Bob" Lewis Baker Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
Heaven gained another angel June 9th, 2026. Robert Lewis Baker Sr. was born on March 3rd, 1955, to Lewis and Kathryn Baker. He grew up in the Wagoner and Warner areas. He was one of six boys. Those that grew up with him knew him as Bob or Boob. Bob met the love of his life Brenda Gilbreth, who he...
Dylan Andrew Ruehle
Jun 9, 2026
Some people leave footprints. Dylan Andrew Ruehle left tire tracks, fishing lines, golf divots, ski wakes, and a trail of memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who loved him.
Dylan departed this life on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the unwavering love of his family, following complications from an...
John Walter Lord
Jun 9, 2026
John Walter Lord, a resident of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 51 years old.
John was born on July 25, 1974, in Bixby, Oklahoma, to LeeRoy Lord Sr. and Gladys Nettie (Hall) Lord. He grew up with a love for the outdoors...
Pennie Shelton
Jun 9, 2026
Pennie Allene (Rankins) Shelton was born August 27, 1964 in Wagoner, Oklahoma to Sanford Lee Rankins and Dorothy (Sowers) Rankins. She was one of four children, including her sisters, Pam and Kathy and brother, Dale Sanford.
Pennie’s life centered on work and family. She was employed for many years in the dry cleaning and laundry industry and later was employed at...
Ruby L. Danson
Jun 6, 2026
Ruby Louise (Krieg) Danson, long-time Hulbert resident, departed this life on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Wagoner Care and Rehab Center in Wagoner, Oklahoma, at the age of 74 years. She was born on June 14, 1951, to Bob Krieg and Mary (Burch) Krieg in Denver, Colorado.
Per the wishes of Ruby Danson, there will be no memorial service....
