Obituaries
Terry Glen Shaw
Jun 12, 2026
Dr. Terry G. Shaw, ABPN, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. He was 77 years young. May he journey among the imperishable stars.
Born on July 18, 1948, in McAlester, Oklahoma, Terry was the youngest son of Earnest and Tommie Sue Shaw. He was a proud citizen of the Choctaw Nation...
Audrey Marie Smith
Jun 8, 2026
Audrey Marie Smith passed away with her family by her side on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the age of 85 years old.Audrey was born on September 2, 1940, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to Mary and John Phipps. They later moved to Ponca City, where she graduated from high school. After graduating, she attended Bob Jones University, where she met Walt...
Carolyn Elenora Watkins
Jun 7, 2026
Carolyn Elenora Watkins passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 89.
Carolyn was born on January 31, 1937, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Lowell and Ellen (Ford) Stone. She lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, and kindness to everyone she met.
Carolyn worked as a bank teller for many years and later in various accounting roles....
DeLoris Louise Koloff
Jun 5, 2026
DeLoris "Dee" Louise Koloff, age 87, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Sperry, Oklahoma. Dee was born on January 16, 1939, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Guy Bowman Orcutt and Beatrice Jennette Long Orcutt. At the time of her passing, she resided in Miami, Oklahoma.
Dee lived a life defined by...
Beverly Ann Young
Jun 4, 2026
Beverly Ann Lunn Young, beloved wife, businesswoman, philanthropist, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by close family and friends. She was 85 years old.
Born on September 19, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, Beverly was the daughter of Wallace Edward ("Eddie") Lunn Sr. and Gladys Hunter Lunn. She attended Hillsboro High School before...
Carolyn Marie Gilbert
Jun 3, 2026
Carolyn Marie Gilbert passed away with loving family by her side on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the age of 72.
Carolyn was born on September 25, 1953, in Bakersfield, California, to Andrew Burns and Mary (Flores) Knight. She met the love of her life, Billy Gilbert, and together they shared 55 wonderful years of marriage, building a life centered...
Sheila Kay Sullivan
Jun 2, 2026
Sheila Kay Sullivan, 71, of Bixby, Oklahoma, passed away on June 2, 2026.
Born in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Edgar and Dorothy Sullivan, Sheila spent her early years in California, attending school in Shasta until her senior year when she returned to Oklahoma. She graduated from Haskell High School and went on to build a life marked by hard work, dedication,...
Philip Jennings Dennis
May 31, 2026
Philip "Phil" Jennings Dennis passed away, leaving behind a legacy of adventure, craftsmanship, and determination.Phil moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he founded Lady Bug Lawn Service and became well known for his hard work and dedication.
He was deeply involved in the hot air ballooning community as both a pilot and chase crew member. Together with his wife, Karen, he...
Thomas Owen Choate Jr.
May 31, 2026
Thomas "Gbon" Owen Choate Jr, 64, of Mounds, Oklahoma peacefully went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 31st, 2026 at his home, surrounded by loved ones and friends.
"Gbon" was born August 1st, 1961, in Salina, Kansas to Thomas Choate and Gloria (Tulsa) Ware. He attended Coweta Public Schools before adventuring the wilderness of life. He enjoyed the thrill...
Shelby Channing Harrison
May 30, 2026
Shelby Channing Rose Harrison, 40, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on May 30, 2026.
Shelby was born on April 26, 1986, in Amarillo, Texas to Sheridan Rose and Glenda Jones Rose. From an early age she possessed a vibrant spirit, a caring heart and a passion for bringing joy to others.
She graduated from...
Dianna Lynn Carter
May 29, 2026
Dianna Lynn Carter, age 65, passed from this earth on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends whose lives she touched so deeply. Her passing leaves an immeasurable void, but her legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering faith will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Dianna was born on May 17,...
Kathleen Ann Been
May 29, 2026
Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Been, age 79, passed peacefully from this earth on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the memories of a life well lived.
Kathy was born on December 13, 1946, in North Charleroi, Pennsylvania to Robert and Marge Reese. She later moved with her family to Okmulgee, where she graduated from Okmulgee High School. Following...
Glenda Evans Hinton
May 26, 2026
Glenda Hinton passed away on May 26th, 2026 at the age of 89, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Glenda joins her husband of 61 years, Jack, who passed away in 2021. She is survived by her sons Derek and Brandon, their wives Becky and Laura, her grandchildren Hayley, Evan, Justin, Samantha, and Sarah, and her sister Wilma Lee Richardson. She also joins...
Alvin Kenny Faircloth
May 25, 2026
Alvin Kenny Faircloth
Alvin Kenny Faircloth passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the age of 81.
Alvin was born on June 12, 1944, in Jacksonville, Florida, to James and Muriel (Mann) Faircloth. He grew up in Jacksonville and graduated from Paxon High School in 1963. Soon after graduation, Alvin answered...
Helen Dale Cullison
May 25, 2026
Helen Cullison of Tulsa passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, surrounded by her girls and a companion, "Pete." She was a devoted mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend whose life was marked by compassion, strength, and quiet grace.
Helen was born in Siloam Springs, AR to Jack and Vera (West) Harrison. She later married the love of her life, David A. Cullison...
Johnney Calvin Long
May 24, 2026
Johnney Calvin Long, 87, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed peacefully into Heaven on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 7, 1938, in Durant, Oklahoma, Johnney was the son of JC and Bernice Long. He lived a life grounded in hard work, determination, faith and devotion to his family.
For 64 years, Johnney shared a devoted marriage...
Phyllis June McCombs
May 22, 2026
Phyllis June McCombs, age 87, passed on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born on December 17, 1938, in Edmond, Oklahoma to James Arthur Netherton and Zora Crosswhite Netherton.
Phyllis graduated from Deer Creek High School and went on to build a beautiful life centered around faith, family, and community. On June...
Winona Jane Harris
May 21, 2026
Winona Harris, 95, beloved Granny, spouse, mother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on May 21, 2026. She entered this world on February 23, 1931, in Gotebo, Oklahoma, born to Jurden and Jeanette Brunken.
Winona married the love of her life, Clayburn Harris, on April 16, 1949, after meeting him while he was driving a wheat truck...
Brenda K. Walters
May 20, 2026
Brenda K. Walters, born Brenda K. Wolf, passed away on May 20, 2026, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 12, 1959, in Denver, Colorado.
Brenda was known for her caring heart and deep love for her family. She spent many years caring for others through nursing, hospice work,...
Terry Glen Shaw
Jun 12, 2026
Dr. Terry G. Shaw, ABPN, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. He was 77 years young. May he journey among the imperishable stars.
Born on July 18, 1948, in McAlester, Oklahoma, Terry was the youngest son of Earnest and Tommie Sue Shaw. He was a proud citizen of the Choctaw Nation...
Audrey Marie Smith
Jun 8, 2026
Audrey Marie Smith passed away with her family by her side on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the age of 85 years old.Audrey was born on September 2, 1940, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to Mary and John Phipps. They later moved to Ponca City, where she graduated from high school. After graduating, she attended Bob Jones University, where she met Walt...
Carolyn Elenora Watkins
Jun 7, 2026
Carolyn Elenora Watkins passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 89.
Carolyn was born on January 31, 1937, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Lowell and Ellen (Ford) Stone. She lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, and kindness to everyone she met.
Carolyn worked as a bank teller for many years and later in various accounting roles....
DeLoris Louise Koloff
Jun 5, 2026
DeLoris "Dee" Louise Koloff, age 87, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Sperry, Oklahoma. Dee was born on January 16, 1939, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Guy Bowman Orcutt and Beatrice Jennette Long Orcutt. At the time of her passing, she resided in Miami, Oklahoma.
Dee lived a life defined by...
Beverly Ann Young
Jun 4, 2026
Beverly Ann Lunn Young, beloved wife, businesswoman, philanthropist, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 4, 2026, surrounded by close family and friends. She was 85 years old.
Born on September 19, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, Beverly was the daughter of Wallace Edward ("Eddie") Lunn Sr. and Gladys Hunter Lunn. She attended Hillsboro High School before...
Carolyn Marie Gilbert
Jun 3, 2026
Carolyn Marie Gilbert passed away with loving family by her side on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the age of 72.
Carolyn was born on September 25, 1953, in Bakersfield, California, to Andrew Burns and Mary (Flores) Knight. She met the love of her life, Billy Gilbert, and together they shared 55 wonderful years of marriage, building a life centered...
Sheila Kay Sullivan
Jun 2, 2026
Sheila Kay Sullivan, 71, of Bixby, Oklahoma, passed away on June 2, 2026.
Born in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Edgar and Dorothy Sullivan, Sheila spent her early years in California, attending school in Shasta until her senior year when she returned to Oklahoma. She graduated from Haskell High School and went on to build a life marked by hard work, dedication,...
Philip Jennings Dennis
May 31, 2026
Philip "Phil" Jennings Dennis passed away, leaving behind a legacy of adventure, craftsmanship, and determination.Phil moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he founded Lady Bug Lawn Service and became well known for his hard work and dedication.
He was deeply involved in the hot air ballooning community as both a pilot and chase crew member. Together with his wife, Karen, he...
Thomas Owen Choate Jr.
May 31, 2026
Thomas "Gbon" Owen Choate Jr, 64, of Mounds, Oklahoma peacefully went to be with the Lord Sunday, May 31st, 2026 at his home, surrounded by loved ones and friends.
"Gbon" was born August 1st, 1961, in Salina, Kansas to Thomas Choate and Gloria (Tulsa) Ware. He attended Coweta Public Schools before adventuring the wilderness of life. He enjoyed the thrill...
Shelby Channing Harrison
May 30, 2026
Shelby Channing Rose Harrison, 40, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on May 30, 2026.
Shelby was born on April 26, 1986, in Amarillo, Texas to Sheridan Rose and Glenda Jones Rose. From an early age she possessed a vibrant spirit, a caring heart and a passion for bringing joy to others.
She graduated from...
Dianna Lynn Carter
May 29, 2026
Dianna Lynn Carter, age 65, passed from this earth on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends whose lives she touched so deeply. Her passing leaves an immeasurable void, but her legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering faith will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Dianna was born on May 17,...
Kathleen Ann Been
May 29, 2026
Kathleen Ann "Kathy" Been, age 79, passed peacefully from this earth on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the memories of a life well lived.
Kathy was born on December 13, 1946, in North Charleroi, Pennsylvania to Robert and Marge Reese. She later moved with her family to Okmulgee, where she graduated from Okmulgee High School. Following...
Glenda Evans Hinton
May 26, 2026
Glenda Hinton passed away on May 26th, 2026 at the age of 89, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Glenda joins her husband of 61 years, Jack, who passed away in 2021. She is survived by her sons Derek and Brandon, their wives Becky and Laura, her grandchildren Hayley, Evan, Justin, Samantha, and Sarah, and her sister Wilma Lee Richardson. She also joins...
Alvin Kenny Faircloth
May 25, 2026
Alvin Kenny Faircloth
Alvin Kenny Faircloth passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the age of 81.
Alvin was born on June 12, 1944, in Jacksonville, Florida, to James and Muriel (Mann) Faircloth. He grew up in Jacksonville and graduated from Paxon High School in 1963. Soon after graduation, Alvin answered...
Helen Dale Cullison
May 25, 2026
Helen Cullison of Tulsa passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, surrounded by her girls and a companion, "Pete." She was a devoted mother, grandmother, nurse, and friend whose life was marked by compassion, strength, and quiet grace.
Helen was born in Siloam Springs, AR to Jack and Vera (West) Harrison. She later married the love of her life, David A. Cullison...
Johnney Calvin Long
May 24, 2026
Johnney Calvin Long, 87, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed peacefully into Heaven on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 7, 1938, in Durant, Oklahoma, Johnney was the son of JC and Bernice Long. He lived a life grounded in hard work, determination, faith and devotion to his family.
For 64 years, Johnney shared a devoted marriage...
Phyllis June McCombs
May 22, 2026
Phyllis June McCombs, age 87, passed on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born on December 17, 1938, in Edmond, Oklahoma to James Arthur Netherton and Zora Crosswhite Netherton.
Phyllis graduated from Deer Creek High School and went on to build a beautiful life centered around faith, family, and community. On June...
Winona Jane Harris
May 21, 2026
Winona Harris, 95, beloved Granny, spouse, mother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on May 21, 2026. She entered this world on February 23, 1931, in Gotebo, Oklahoma, born to Jurden and Jeanette Brunken.
Winona married the love of her life, Clayburn Harris, on April 16, 1949, after meeting him while he was driving a wheat truck...
Brenda K. Walters
May 20, 2026
Brenda K. Walters, born Brenda K. Wolf, passed away on May 20, 2026, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 12, 1959, in Denver, Colorado.
Brenda was known for her caring heart and deep love for her family. She spent many years caring for others through nursing, hospice work,...
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