Obituaries
Nancy Elaine Dillahunty
Nov 29, 2025
Nancy Elaine Dillahunty, a woman of unwavering strength, fierce love, and a heart big enough for everyone she met, passed away on November 29, 2025, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was born on December 10, 1946, in Mangum, Oklahoma, to Jacob and Nellie (Devoll) Thompson.
Nancy grew up in Vinson and Mangum, where she learned early the value of hard...
Randall Glen Deere
Nov 29, 2025
Randall Glen Deere, 74, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, kindness, and extraordinary talent that will be deeply missed. Born and raised in Tulsa to Herman and Margie (Gartman) Deere, Randy grew up with a bright spirit, a creative mind, and a heart that welcomed everyone in. He graduated from Central High School in 1969...
Johnny Coffman
Nov 28, 2025
Johnny Daniel Coffman, age 81, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025.
Johnny was born on June 27, 1944, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Johnny Coffman and Lizie Coffman. He grew up in Morris, where he and his brother Jerry "Pete" shared a strong bond that lasted throughout their lives. Together, they proudly joined the service, beginning a journey that shaped Johnny...
Robert Jenkins
Nov 27, 2025
Robert "Bob" Joel Jenkins, age 87, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Bob was born on September 4, 1938, in Fullerton, California, to William and Gladys (Raines) Jenkins. When he was about two years old, his family moved to Oklahoma, where his parents purchased a farm in Vinita then later purchased a farm at the Edna corner on highway...
Karen Reed
Nov 25, 2025
Karen Lucretia Reed passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the age of 79 years. Karen was born on October 23, 1946, in Sapulpa, OK, to her parents, Frank and Lola (Land) Reed.
Karen was a devoted single parent who worked hard to provide a good life for her family. She proudly put herself through school to become...
Brian Stevens
Nov 20, 2025
Brian Lee Stevens, 53, longtime resident of Glenpool Oklahoma, passed from this life on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in Durant, Oklahoma. Brian was born on Tuesday, February 1, 1972, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to his mother, Caroline Ann Meanor (Stevens / Herrin), and father, James (Jim) V. Stevens.
Brian grew up in and around the Tulsa area and subsequent surrounding communities...
Jennifer Barger
Nov 18, 2025
Jennifer Lynn Barger passed away in her sleep on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the age of 67. She was born on August 8, 1958, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to her parents Gene and Fleta (Cotner) Riley.
Jennifer worked throughout her life in several roles, most recently as a driver for the elderly in her hometown of Okmulgee, and she was known...
Brenda Jones
Nov 17, 2025
Brenda Jones was born on August 27, 1953. Brenda, as she was known by her family and friends, passed away peacefully, on November 17, 2025, in Midwest City, Oklahoma.
Brenda spent her childhood years in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Brenda's greatest love was spending time with her family and attending church. She enjoyed completing jigsaw puzzles, decorating for holidays, and especially enjoyed attending...
Marjorie Lockwood
Nov 15, 2025
Lockwood, Marjorie Lee, age 97, Broken Arrow, OK
Marjorie Lee Lockwood of Broken Arrow, age 97, went to sleep on Nov. 15, 2025 while waiting for Jesus' return.
Although she lived in Broken Arrow for the past couple of decades, she considered Edmond, OK, her home, where she built her life with her true love, Lloyd Lockwood. She and Lloyd...
Cecil Gene Burdan
Nov 15, 2025
Cecil Gene Burdan "Coach", 77, of Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away on November 15, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1948, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and lived a life marked by service, grit, generosity, and deep devotion to those he loved.
Cecil proudly served his country as a United States Marine. During his time in the USMC, he received the National Defense...
James Paden
Nov 12, 2025
James Adams "Jim" Paden, 77, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at Clarehouse in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Jim was born on October 26, 1948, in Stillwater to H.A. and Hettie Marie Paden. He grew up alongside his brothers, John and Charles, in a home shaped by music, sports, and their father's ministry.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business from Southwest...
Therese Louise Grego
Nov 12, 2025
Therese Louise Grego born to Harry and Florence Valois November 7, 1930. She was one of 7 siblings. She grew up in Chicago, Il where she graduated from St. Willibrord Catholic High School. As a young teenager Therese worked at the Parkway Movie Theatre in Roseland beginning as a popcorn girl and advancing into the position in ticket sales. Early...
Ricky Harless
Nov 11, 2025
Ricky David Harless, age 75, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025.
Ricky was born on September 9, 1950, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Johnny Harless and Ester Day.
He was preceded in death by his loving dog PeeWee, his parents, Johnny Harless and Ester Day; his son, Ricky Harless Jr.; brothers Kevin Harless and Gary Harless; sister Pam Hollinger; and...
Betty Annis Gibbons
Nov 11, 2025
The world lost one of its most beautiful souls when Betty Annis Gibbons passed away on November 11, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 92. Born on February 18, 1933, in Leslie, Arkansas, to Dennis and Audrie (Canfield) Morrison, Betty grew up in Turley, Oklahoma, after her family relocated there for her father's work.
From an early age, Betty's...
Keith Alan Matlock, Sr.
Nov 9, 2025
Keith Matlock, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Anette; sister, Susan; son, Keith; daughter-in-law, Tracy; grandsons, Hagan and Lachlan; granddaughter-in-law, Anna; and cherished great-grandson, Hudson.
Keith's warmth and humor touched everyone who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts...
Terry Wilson
Nov 8, 2025
Terry Gene Wilson
October 15, 1950 - November 8, 2025
Terry Gene Wilson passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 75 years. Terry was born on October 15, 1950, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, to his parents, James and Della Wilson. Terry was the baby of the Wilson family. Terry in now asleep in Christ, his Lord and Savior.
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Johnny McAlister
Nov 4, 2025
Johnny Elmo McAlister, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on October 22, 1956, in Lawton, Oklahoma, Johnny spent most of his life in Okmulgee, the community he proudly called home for decades.
Johnny attended OSUIT in Okmulgee, the town where fate led him to meet the...
Sharon Reed
Nov 3, 2025
Sharon Margaret Reed, 78 of Tulsa, OK, passed away peacefully at St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, OK, surrounded by her loving family on November 3, 2025, following a battle with heart disease.
Born on November 6, 1946, in Stowe Twp., PA., Sharon was the daughter of the late Stanely and Harriet (Sharp) Byeseda, and stepdaughter of the late Joseph Sharp. She...
Howard Smith
Nov 3, 2025
Howard Wendell Smith December 14, 1941 – November 3, 2025
Howard Wendell Smith was born in Ada, Oklahoma, on December 14, 1941, to Wendell and Winona Smith. He passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 83.
A true foodie at heart, Howard was a lifelong restaurant entrepreneur in Tulsa. Over the years, he owned and operated several beloved establishments,...
Terry Moseley
Nov 2, 2025
Terry Lynn Moseley, age 69, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Terry was born on July 8, 1956, in Wellington, Kansas, to Oral and Joan (Utterback) Moseley. He worked in orthopedic sales throughout his career, where his honesty, hard work, and friendly spirit made a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Terry met Dixie,...
Nancy Elaine Dillahunty
Nov 29, 2025
Nancy Elaine Dillahunty, a woman of unwavering strength, fierce love, and a heart big enough for everyone she met, passed away on November 29, 2025, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was born on December 10, 1946, in Mangum, Oklahoma, to Jacob and Nellie (Devoll) Thompson.
Nancy grew up in Vinson and Mangum, where she learned early the value of hard...
Randall Glen Deere
Nov 29, 2025
Randall Glen Deere, 74, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, kindness, and extraordinary talent that will be deeply missed. Born and raised in Tulsa to Herman and Margie (Gartman) Deere, Randy grew up with a bright spirit, a creative mind, and a heart that welcomed everyone in. He graduated from Central High School in 1969...
Johnny Coffman
Nov 28, 2025
Johnny Daniel Coffman, age 81, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025.
Johnny was born on June 27, 1944, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Johnny Coffman and Lizie Coffman. He grew up in Morris, where he and his brother Jerry "Pete" shared a strong bond that lasted throughout their lives. Together, they proudly joined the service, beginning a journey that shaped Johnny...
Robert Jenkins
Nov 27, 2025
Robert "Bob" Joel Jenkins, age 87, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Bob was born on September 4, 1938, in Fullerton, California, to William and Gladys (Raines) Jenkins. When he was about two years old, his family moved to Oklahoma, where his parents purchased a farm in Vinita then later purchased a farm at the Edna corner on highway...
Karen Reed
Nov 25, 2025
Karen Lucretia Reed passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the age of 79 years. Karen was born on October 23, 1946, in Sapulpa, OK, to her parents, Frank and Lola (Land) Reed.
Karen was a devoted single parent who worked hard to provide a good life for her family. She proudly put herself through school to become...
Brian Stevens
Nov 20, 2025
Brian Lee Stevens, 53, longtime resident of Glenpool Oklahoma, passed from this life on Thursday, November 20, 2025, in Durant, Oklahoma. Brian was born on Tuesday, February 1, 1972, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to his mother, Caroline Ann Meanor (Stevens / Herrin), and father, James (Jim) V. Stevens.
Brian grew up in and around the Tulsa area and subsequent surrounding communities...
Jennifer Barger
Nov 18, 2025
Jennifer Lynn Barger passed away in her sleep on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the age of 67. She was born on August 8, 1958, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to her parents Gene and Fleta (Cotner) Riley.
Jennifer worked throughout her life in several roles, most recently as a driver for the elderly in her hometown of Okmulgee, and she was known...
Brenda Jones
Nov 17, 2025
Brenda Jones was born on August 27, 1953. Brenda, as she was known by her family and friends, passed away peacefully, on November 17, 2025, in Midwest City, Oklahoma.
Brenda spent her childhood years in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Brenda's greatest love was spending time with her family and attending church. She enjoyed completing jigsaw puzzles, decorating for holidays, and especially enjoyed attending...
Marjorie Lockwood
Nov 15, 2025
Lockwood, Marjorie Lee, age 97, Broken Arrow, OK
Marjorie Lee Lockwood of Broken Arrow, age 97, went to sleep on Nov. 15, 2025 while waiting for Jesus' return.
Although she lived in Broken Arrow for the past couple of decades, she considered Edmond, OK, her home, where she built her life with her true love, Lloyd Lockwood. She and Lloyd...
Cecil Gene Burdan
Nov 15, 2025
Cecil Gene Burdan "Coach", 77, of Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away on November 15, 2025. He was born on February 26, 1948, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and lived a life marked by service, grit, generosity, and deep devotion to those he loved.
Cecil proudly served his country as a United States Marine. During his time in the USMC, he received the National Defense...
James Paden
Nov 12, 2025
James Adams "Jim" Paden, 77, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at Clarehouse in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Jim was born on October 26, 1948, in Stillwater to H.A. and Hettie Marie Paden. He grew up alongside his brothers, John and Charles, in a home shaped by music, sports, and their father's ministry.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business from Southwest...
Therese Louise Grego
Nov 12, 2025
Therese Louise Grego born to Harry and Florence Valois November 7, 1930. She was one of 7 siblings. She grew up in Chicago, Il where she graduated from St. Willibrord Catholic High School. As a young teenager Therese worked at the Parkway Movie Theatre in Roseland beginning as a popcorn girl and advancing into the position in ticket sales. Early...
Ricky Harless
Nov 11, 2025
Ricky David Harless, age 75, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025.
Ricky was born on September 9, 1950, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Johnny Harless and Ester Day.
He was preceded in death by his loving dog PeeWee, his parents, Johnny Harless and Ester Day; his son, Ricky Harless Jr.; brothers Kevin Harless and Gary Harless; sister Pam Hollinger; and...
Betty Annis Gibbons
Nov 11, 2025
The world lost one of its most beautiful souls when Betty Annis Gibbons passed away on November 11, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 92. Born on February 18, 1933, in Leslie, Arkansas, to Dennis and Audrie (Canfield) Morrison, Betty grew up in Turley, Oklahoma, after her family relocated there for her father's work.
From an early age, Betty's...
Keith Alan Matlock, Sr.
Nov 9, 2025
Keith Matlock, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Anette; sister, Susan; son, Keith; daughter-in-law, Tracy; grandsons, Hagan and Lachlan; granddaughter-in-law, Anna; and cherished great-grandson, Hudson.
Keith's warmth and humor touched everyone who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts...
Terry Wilson
Nov 8, 2025
Terry Gene Wilson
October 15, 1950 - November 8, 2025
Terry Gene Wilson passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 75 years. Terry was born on October 15, 1950, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, to his parents, James and Della Wilson. Terry was the baby of the Wilson family. Terry in now asleep in Christ, his Lord and Savior.
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Johnny McAlister
Nov 4, 2025
Johnny Elmo McAlister, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on October 22, 1956, in Lawton, Oklahoma, Johnny spent most of his life in Okmulgee, the community he proudly called home for decades.
Johnny attended OSUIT in Okmulgee, the town where fate led him to meet the...
Sharon Reed
Nov 3, 2025
Sharon Margaret Reed, 78 of Tulsa, OK, passed away peacefully at St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, OK, surrounded by her loving family on November 3, 2025, following a battle with heart disease.
Born on November 6, 1946, in Stowe Twp., PA., Sharon was the daughter of the late Stanely and Harriet (Sharp) Byeseda, and stepdaughter of the late Joseph Sharp. She...
Howard Smith
Nov 3, 2025
Howard Wendell Smith December 14, 1941 – November 3, 2025
Howard Wendell Smith was born in Ada, Oklahoma, on December 14, 1941, to Wendell and Winona Smith. He passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 83.
A true foodie at heart, Howard was a lifelong restaurant entrepreneur in Tulsa. Over the years, he owned and operated several beloved establishments,...
Terry Moseley
Nov 2, 2025
Terry Lynn Moseley, age 69, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Terry was born on July 8, 1956, in Wellington, Kansas, to Oral and Joan (Utterback) Moseley. He worked in orthopedic sales throughout his career, where his honesty, hard work, and friendly spirit made a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Terry met Dixie,...
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