Obituaries

Jan 23, 2026

Karen Irene Hughes, age 77, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, surrounded by love and the legacy of a life deeply devoted to family and care for others.

Karen was born on February 13, 1948, in Eugene, Oregon, to George and Monteen Holland. She later made her home in Duncan, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Duncan High School in 1966....

Jan 21, 2026

Carolyn Berry passed away peacefully January 21, 2026, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Her family is grateful to God that she is finally able to rest and be reunited with her loved ones. 

Carolyn was born August 27, 1948, in Guthrie, Oklahoma to Pearle and Dorotha (Wicks) Long. She attended Guthrie High School where she was pep squad...

Jan 21, 2026

Manuela Castañon Lopez was born December 25, 1942, in Mexico and passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose kindness, strength, and warm spirit touched everyone who knew her. Her family will miss her more than words can express and will carry her memory in their hearts forever.

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Jan 20, 2026

George Noel Mendiola Lazarte passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 68. He was born on June 30, 1957, in Quezon City, Philippines, and was the beloved son of the late Gregorio Lazarte and Rosario (Mendiola) Lazarte.

"Jojie" or "Parduds," as he was affectionately known by family and friends, lived...

Jan 19, 2026

Billie Jean “Doey” Eustice, a lifelong resident of the Tulsa area, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at the age of 98. Billie lived a remarkable life defined by dedication, strength, generosity, and unwavering love for her family.

She was born on August 30, 1927, to Frederic A. Helms and Ruby D. Helms. Billie grew up in Tulsa and remained...

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Jan 14, 2026

Billy Short, Glen Short by those that loved and knew him well, 68, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on January 14, 2026. He was born on November 2, 1957, in El Dorado, Arkansas, to Billy and Shirley Moyer.

Glen lived a life grounded in faith, kindness, and quiet strength. A devoted Christian...

Jan 13, 2026

Jimmie Dale WilsonJune 27, 1939 - January 13, 2026Jimmie Dale "Jim" Wilson, 86, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, in Tulsa. He was born on June 27, 1939, in Hominy, Oklahoma, to Clyde R. Wilson and Thela Ann Lay Wilson.Jim was a longtime resident of Tulsa and devoted much of his professional life to serving the...

Jan 13, 2026

Janet Kay FunkJanet Kay Funk, 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Born on February 12, 1950, in Lima, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Randolph and Milda (Luntz) Zwiebel.

Janet met the love of her life, Danny "Dan" Funk, and together they built a foundation rooted in love,...

Jan 12, 2026

Frances Kilgallon, 85, a beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on January 12, 2026. She entered this world on December 18, 1940, in Arizona, born to Austin and Jessie Alexander.

Frances lived a life full of laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. She was known for her quick wit, snarky sense of humor, and...

Jan 12, 2026

Karen Jean Beckmann of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, was born January 28,1956 in Chicago, Illinois to Charles and Jessie Tatter. In 2004 she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease which caused her death on January 12, 2026.

At an early age her family moved to Homewood Illinois where Karen graduated from Homewood Flossmoor High School in 1974, and worshiped at Homewood Baptist Church....

Jan 12, 2026

Billie Jo Buck, 93, went to meet her Lord and Savior January 12, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born in Bismarck, Arkansas on January 29, 1932 to John Henderson Hardage and Virginia (Brown) Hardage. Billie was an outstanding high school basketball player in Bismarck and graduated there in 1950.Although she briefly moved to Little Rock to enter nursing school,...

Jan 11, 2026

Shantaben Ramanlal Patel passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at the age of 89. She was born on October 1, 1936, in India to the late Govanbhai Patel and Sitaben Patel.

Shantaben lived a full and vibrant life, spending more than 20 years in Panama, where she continued to nurture her deep love for family, tradition, and togetherness. She was known for...

Jan 11, 2026

Jordan Tyler Houston was born on November 22, 1988, at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. Jordan was the first born son of Patrick Wayne Houston, Jr. and his mother, Angela Jean Stowell. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Millie and Patrick Houston, Sr., and John and Mary Maehr. He will be missed by both his parents,...

Jan 10, 2026

Virgil Lee Bonham, 79, of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away on January 10, 2026. Born and raised in Okmulgee, Virgil lived a life defined by hard work, grit, and a deep love for the land, livestock, and family that shaped him.

As a young man, Virgil was heavily involved in rodeo-riding broncs and serving as a rodeo clown, a role reserved for...

Jan 8, 2026

Leticia Maribel Vallejo, born on November 18, 1966, in Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Leticia was a very sweet and gentle soul whose presence brought comfort and warmth to everyone around her. Kindhearted and loving by nature, she valued togetherness deeply-whether in person or simply talking on the phone, she found joy in staying connected...

Jan 7, 2026

Stephen Keith Johnson passed away with loving family by his side on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the age of 68.

Stephen was born on May 23, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas, to his parents, Willis Keith Johnson and Ella Ferne (Duncan) Johnson. He later made his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he attended Booker T. Washington High School and proudly graduated.

Stephen...

Jan 7, 2026

Bonnie Marie Pingery Baker, 70, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, was called to her eternal resting place on January 7, 2026. Born in Seattle, Washington, Bonnie lived a life full of travel, friends, career aspirations, and love for her family. Bonnie had a caring and generous heart, and made friends with everyone that she met. She especially enjoyed time with her...

Jan 7, 2026

Jamie Lynn Hammon, 45, passed away on January 7, 2026. She was born on February 5, 1980, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and was raised in Morris, Oklahoma. Morris is where Jamie graduated high school and the community she proudly called home throughout her life.

From a young age, Jamie showed a deep love for hard work. While still in school, she raised...