Obituary Listing

Apr 7, 2025

Jimmy Lyne Smith, 74, departed this life on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

No services are planned at this time.

Apr 3, 2025

Randy Lee McLemore was born on February 19, 1990, to DeeJay McLemore and Donna Louise (Cole) Daniel in Muskogee, Oklahoma.  He attended Porter Schools.

Randy was a vibrant individual who found joy in simple pleasures like fishing, biking, and riding his motor scooter, while also savoring delicious dishes such as potato salad and banana pudding, His love...

Mar 27, 2025

Kathryn Sue (George) Durrett was born on July 14, 1950, to Fred Franklin George and Norma Jean (Elkins) George, in Porter, Oklahoma.  Kathryn graduated from Porter High School before pursuing higher education at Northeastern State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Elementary Education.  She furthered her education in later years by obtaining a master's degree...

Mar 21, 2025

Linda Lou (Hinds) Keeton

May 29, 1947 – March 21, 2025

Linda Lou (Hinds) Keeton was born on May 29, 1947, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Clinton Ovid Hinds and Helen Adelia (Mitchell) Hinds. She graduated from Webster High School in 1965.

While attending Wagoner schools, Linda met the love of her life, Tommy...

Mar 17, 2025

Samuel Aaron Adair was born on September 17, 1936, to Watie Adair and Lila (Ketcher) Adair in Muskogee, Oklahoma.  He received his formal education and graduated from Wagoner High School.  Samuel met and married the love of his life, Barbara Jean Fortner.  They shared 67 years of marriage, filled with love, companionship, and countless memories, enduring a lifelong commitment...

Feb 27, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Couch Sr. was born on December 4, 1958, to Cecil Wayne Couch and Mary Ann (Adams) Couch.  Kenny met and married the love of his life, Eleanor Renee Richeson on February 27, 2015, spending 10 years filled with cherished memories and joyful moments, strengthening their bond and creating a legacy of love.

Kenny's appreciation for...

Feb 21, 2025

Bill was born Billy Ray Varnell on August 1, 1943 in Monroe, Louisiana. With his later adoption he became the beloved son of Frank Culver Grimland with the new name of William Ray Grimland. He was employed as a truck driver for a concrete company before retirement. He was a member of the Twin Oaks Baptist Church.

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Feb 21, 2025

Carl Wesley Sissom, long-time Coweta resident was born on October 29, 1939, and died peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. In his younger years, Carl attended Lone Star School where he made many lifelong friends.  He often spoke of schoolyard pranks and games of pick-up baseball, where he was a coveted left-handed pitcher.

Feb 20, 2025

Gary Kevin Maner, 62, of Athens, TX, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 20, 2025.  A native of Oklahoma, Gary was born in Tulsa, raised in Skiatook, and moved to Athens, TX with his family in 1979.  He attended Athens High School.

A carpenter by trade for 40 years, Gary had a love for building...

Feb 19, 2025

Noel Leroy Brandal was born on May 19, 1986, to Glenn Clayton Brandal and Jocolyn Denice (Taylor) Watts, in Exeter, California.  He was a loving son, father, brother, and friend to all who knew him.

Noel was a dedicated and loving father who cherished his children above all else, consistently prioritizing family throughout his life.  His easygoing ...

Feb 15, 2025

Loretta Jean Johnson, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 15, 2025.  Loretta was born to Ralph and Ida Bell (Shelton) Reeves on June 15, 1938, in Bakersfield, California.  She married Bert Homer Johnson on August 31, 1955, in Pinedale, California.

Bert and Loretta had 7 sons and 2 daughters, Bert Homer...

Feb 14, 2025

Tammy Lynn (Cook) Baker was born on October 16, 1964, to William Jack Cook and Ruby Ann (Hall) Forester, in Gainsville, Georgia.  Following her high school graduation, she continued her studies.  She pursued a career in healthcare, steadily increasing her qualifications and responsibilities.  She began as a phlebotomist, moved on to become a certified nurse's aide, and ultimately achieved...

Feb 13, 2025

Preston Lee Bolton, 58, departed this life on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Saint Francis Hospital in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

A complete obituary will soon follow.

No Service planned at this time.

Feb 13, 2025

Kenneth Jerald "Jerry" Fields was born July 11,1939 in Richmond, Indiana to Kenneth and Anna Mary Fields. Jerry grew up in Whitewater, Indiana where his life was filled with friends, Boy Scouts, fishing, hunting and basketball.

Basketball was Jerry's love throughout his life. He began playing his freshman year at Whitewater High School and continued through his...

Feb 9, 2025

Paul Edward Crawford Sr, 81, departed this life on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, OK

Paul was born to Fred Noel Crawford Sr and Margaret (Utter) Crawford on January 7, 1944, at home near 3rd Street, Tulsa, OK.  His mother insisted "there was a huge blizzard the day Paul came blowing in."  And,...

Feb 7, 2025

Dora May (Johnson) Nicholas was born on August 11, 1934, to Orville Johnson and Edith (Rosenthal) Johnson, in Ray, Oklahoma. She received her formal education from Wagoner Public Schools. She met and married the love of her life, Ernest Nicholas. Their bond strengthened over shared experiences, from cozy nights spent at home to adventurous travels that deepened their connections,...

Feb 6, 2025

Marbry Ann (Dunaway) Stansell, 83, was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Thursday, February 6, 2025. She was born on Friday, April 25, 1941, in Sandwich, Illinois to Carl and Evelyn (Shales) Dunaway.

Marbry was devoted to her family from an early age, leaving high school to help raise her three younger siblings prior to...

Feb 5, 2025

Raymond Glen Dickey departed this life on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 in Wagoner, Oklahoma. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Feb 2, 2025

William Alvin Owens was born on July 17, 1940, to William Albert Owens and Alice (Jarvis) Owens, in Wagoner, Oklahoma.  Alvin attained his formal education from Wagoner Public Schools.  He met the love of his life, Betty Sue Crabtree, and married her on March 16, 1963.  After six decades of companionship, their love story became a testament to enduring...

Jan 31, 2025

Ronald Lee "Ron" Ester was born in Blue Ridge Township, Illinois on June 2, 1940 and grew up in Farmer City, Illinois. Ron married the former Martha Jean "Marty" Devenbaugh on February 17, 1961, and they began a loving life together that spanned nearly 64 years. They began their marriage in Granite City, Illinois, later settling in Broken Arrow,...