Obituaries

Ronald McClure

May 5, 2025

Ronald Wayne McClure passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 5, 2025. His final rest was quiet, just as he had lived-with steadiness, warmth, and a heart full of love. He now rests in joyful reunion with his beloved wife, Linda McClure, who preceded him in death in 2020.

Married in 1968, Ronald and Linda shared more than...

Danny Hemric

May 5, 2025

Danny Hemric, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, educator, and friend, passed away on May 5, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in his family home in East Bend, North Carolina, Danny grew up surrounded by a large, loving family as one of eight siblings.

A gifted athlete, Danny earned a full football scholarship to Appalachian State University after high school, a...

Norma Akkerman

May 5, 2025

The Homegoing of an Immaculate Mother

Norma Genovis Akkerman, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed peacefully on May 5, 2025, surrounded by love and covered in grace.

Born on June 3, 1952, in Surigao del Sur, Philippines, Norma lived a life marked by deep faith, strength, and compassion. She always said her first and only love...

Scott May

May 2, 2025

Scott May of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in Tulsa on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the age of 67.

Scott was born on May 12, 1957, in Plainview, Texas, to his parents, Carol and Carolyn (Sue) May. Throughout his school years, Scott attended thirteen different schools in twelve years, ultimately graduating from Hereford High School-a testament to his...

Katelyn Elisabeth Callahan

May 2, 2025

Katelyn Elisabeth Callahan, 23, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2025. Born on June 12, 2001, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Cary and Melissa Callahan, Katelyn brought light, kindness, and determination to all who knew her.

A graduate of Kiefer High School, Katelyn began her higher education at Southern Nazarene University before transferring to Oklahoma State University in...

William Gorlinsky

Apr 30, 2025

William Allen Gorlinsky Sr., lovingly known as Bill, of Jenks, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on April 30, 2025.

Bill was born on May 26, 1939, in St. Francis, Kansas, to Carl and Edith Gorlinsky. He graduated from high school in Anderson, Missouri, in 1958, and went on to attend Central Technical Institute, where he...

James Beans

Apr 30, 2025

James Allen Beans, lovingly known as Jim, passed away on April 30, 2025, at the age of 64 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on September 27, 1960, in Painesville, Ohio, to Paul and Judy Beans, Jim lived a life marked by generosity, humor, and an unshakable devotion to those he loved.

Jim found joy in life's simple pleasures and the...

Kent Rooks Jr.

Apr 26, 2025

Kent Ledell Rooks Jr., age 46, of Jenks, Oklahoma, passed away on April 26, 2025. Born on October 6, 1978, in Memphis, Tennessee, Kent lived a life marked by dedication to his faith, family, and professional excellence.

A proud alumnus of the University of Memphis, Kent was a talented saxophonist in the university's marching band. He later earned an...

Thomas Sikes

Apr 26, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Mitchell Sikes, age 36, on April 26, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Thomas was born on July 7, 1988, in Kissimmee, Florida, to Charles and Vicki Sikes. Though his time with us was far too short, those who knew Thomas will remember a gentle soul with a kind...

Kathryn Yvonne Scott

Apr 24, 2025

Kathryn Yvonne Scott, born in Pueblo, Colorado to Ira and Mabel Patterson, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 91. She lived her entire life in Pueblo, where she filled her days with love, adventure, and deep devotion to her family and community.

Kathryn was the loving mother of Debra Carson (Dennis), Vicki Rumbold...

Ruby Gleaton

Apr 22, 2025

Ruby Gleaton, at the age of 80 passed away Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025. Full of life and always ready with a smile or a joke, Ruby brought light and laughter to every room she entered.

Born to Elizabeth “Thompson” Wacoche, a beloved church song leader, and Willie Wacoche, a devoted pastor, Ruby was raised in faith and tradition. Her vibrant spirit...

Jojean Beattie

Apr 22, 2025

Jojean Beattie, 70, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 13, 1954, in Tulsa to Eugene and Yolanda Hooper, Jojean lived a life full of warmth, adventure, and fierce devotion to those she loved.

Jojean met the love of her life, Joe Beattie, in high school....

Larry McCosar

Apr 21, 2025

Larry Dean McCosar, beloved father, grandfather, son, Marine, and friend, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on March 21, 1971, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Larry wrestled and graduated from Eufaula High School while staying at the Eufaula Dormitory.

Larry proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, dedicating...

Megan Gabrielle Forbes

Apr 20, 2025

Megan aka Smallz Forbes passed away April 20, 2025 in Tulsa OK. Born November 15, 1990 in Colorado Springs CO to Craig Hollis Forbes and Rayma Lolita Forbes. 

When Megan was growing up she had a huge desire to attend the military, which she achieved shortly after High School when she joined the Army to be trained in Avionics. After Megan...

David Lagunas

Apr 19, 2025

David Randal Lagunas, known affectionately as Randy, Dad, Grandpa, and Papa, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on July 30, 1956, in San Diego, California, to Daniel and Mary Yavonne Lagunas, David lived a life full of strength, humor, and heart.

Randy had a personality that left a lasting impression. He was headstrong yet...

Eugene Raymond Parks

Apr 18, 2025

Eugene "Gene" Raymond Parks, age 94, of Collinsville, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 2, 1931, in Creston, Nebraska, Gene lived a long, full life marked by devotion, hard work, and a heart full of laughter.

Gene married the love of his life, Elaine, on April 28, 1962, and...

Jennifer Hardgrave

Apr 15, 2025

Jennifer Ritter Hardgrave passed away peacefully in her sleep April 15, 2025 at Clare House in Tulsa. At 47 years of age she succumbed to a lengthy illness.

She was born August 11, 1977 at Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa. She graduated from Cascia Hall High School in 1996 and Oklahoma University in 2000. She held a Bachelor's Degree from...

Rita Ere

Apr 11, 2025

Rita Jeremiah Ere of Glenpool, Oklahoma passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 46 years. Rita was born in Nigeria on September 25, 1978.

Rita had a B.S. in Management Information Systems from Oklahoma State, and an MBA from Southern Nazarene University.

A viewing and visitation will be held for Rita on Friday,...

Johnny Day

Apr 10, 2025

Johnny Joe Day, Ph.D., P.E., of Glenpool, Oklahoma, passed on peacefully at home on April 10, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born in 1934, John lived a long and meaningful life defined by devotion to his family, dedication to his profession, and deep personal integrity.

A man of intellect and quiet strength, John was born and raised in...

Cathie Tierney

Apr 9, 2025

Cathie Jean Tierney, age 79 of Kiefer, OK passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, with family by her side, 11 days after suffering a brain aneurysm in her sleep.

Survived by Daughter Lori and (Mark Dolan) of Kiefer, OK, Grandchildren Molly and Jake Dolan, Brother Greg and (Kim Thoen) of Watertown, MN and Sister Julie and (Phillip Kiesner)...