Marilyn Hefner
Aug 8, 2026
Marilyn Sue Hefner passed from this life on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Eastgate Care and Rehab in Muskogee, Oklahoma, at the age of 75 years.
Marilyn was born on March 11, 1951, to William "Bud" Hefner and Ethel (Taff) Hefner. For several years, she served her community as a dispatcher with the Wagoner Police Department, a position she faithfully held...
Patrick Lawrence Young
Aug 7, 2026
Patrick Lawrence Young, a lifelong Wagoner resident, passed from this life on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 76.
Patrick was born on March 15, 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to George Lorin Young and Louise Imogene (Austin) Young. A hardworking man with deep roots in the land, Patrick devoted much of...
Mabel Charlene Brady
Aug 6, 2026
Mabel Charlene (Edwards) Brady departed this life Thursday, August 6, 2026 at BeeHive Homes in Glenpool, OK. Mrs. Brady was born November 9, 1934 and grew up in Wagoner, OK.
She will be dearly missed by her family who will celebrate Mrs. Brady's life at a memorial service, the date, place and time to be announced later.
A complete obituary will follow.
Aris June Henderson
Aug 3, 2026
Aris June (Arnold) Henderson, lovingly known by most simply as “June,” passed from this life on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family.
June was born on June 2, 1944, in Haskell, Oklahoma, where she grew up and attended school. Throughout her life, June was known for her big heart,...
Lillie Christine Stevens
Aug 3, 2026
Lillie Christine (Buster) Stevens, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, August 3, 2026, at her home in Porter, Oklahoma, at the age of 86 years.
Lillie was born on October 22, 1939, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Horace Mount Buster and Louise (McKinney) Buster. She was raised with strong family values that...
Gerald Roach
Aug 3, 2026
Gerald Roach passed from this life on Monday, August 3, 2026, at his home in Wagoner, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of his family.
Gerald's life and the memories he leaves behind will be lovingly remembered by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A complete obituary will soon follow.
A Funeral Service celebrating the life of Gerald Roach...
John David Huckabee
Aug 3, 2026
John David Huckabee, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, proud United States Army veteran, and longtime member of the Wagoner community, passed from this life on Monday, August 3, 2026, at his home in Wagoner, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of his family.
John was born on June 3, 1946, in Plattsburgh, New York. He grew up in Wichita Falls, Texas, where...
Melba Loiselle Bos
Jul 29, 2026
Melba Loiselle Bos departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at her home in Wagoner, Oklahoma, at the age of 94 years. She was born to Wesley Harvey Whitefield and Ada Mae (Lawrence) Whitefield in Lakeview, Texas, on August 11, 1931.
Melba was blessed with a long life filled with treasured memories, lasting friendships, and the love of her...
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,...
