Obituaries

Jimmie Wayne Burdge

Oct 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jimmie Wayne "Jim" Burdge, who departed this life on October 5, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 85. Born on September 24, 1939, in Tulsa, Jim lived a life full of love, service, and adventure, and leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication to his family, country, and work.

Jim...

Robert "Shato" William Pitts

Oct 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert William Pitts Jr., born June 20, 1974, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Robert, a devoted and loving husband, father, brother, and steadfast friend, left this world on October 3, 2024.

Robert shared a beautiful marriage with his wife, Donagail Lovelace. For ten wonderful years, their relationship grew into a true reflection of love and...

Marcy Kay Gettys

Oct 3, 2024

Marcellene Kay (Plummer) Gettys, lovingly known as "Marcy," passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024, in her hometown of Tulsa, OK, surrounded by her adoring family. Born on May 11, 1953, in Tulsa, Marcy was the cherished daughter of Alvin Dale and Raedelle (Ridley) Plummer. She grew up with a kind and giving spirit that would come to define her...

Bryan Foust

Oct 1, 2024

Scott Grant

Sep 30, 2024

Scott Gregor Grant January 12, 1955- September 30, 2024

Scott Grant passed away in his sleep at his home in Tulsa Oklahoma in the very early morning of Monday September 30, 2024 at the age of 69. His family rejoices that he is in the presence of our Lord.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Susan Rondoni Grant, his...

Dorothy Cole

Sep 30, 2024

Dorothy "June" Cole, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, September 30, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on June 8, 1936, in Okmulgee, OK, she was the cherished daughter of William and Mabel (Crummett) Howell.

June's life was marked by love and dedication. Shortly after...

Nancy Sanders

Sep 30, 2024

Nancy Joan Sanders, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024, at the age of 81, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born on October 7, 1942, in Bellingham, Washington, to Henry and Edith (Duiff) VanderVeen.

A graduate of Lynden High School in 1961, Nancy pursued her passion for faith and education...

Rita Laymon

Sep 30, 2024

Rita Elizabeth Laymon of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the age of 67. Born on April 13, 1957, in Winnfield, Louisiana, to Billie and Gladys (Finlay) Evans, Rita's life was marked by compassion, love, and a deep commitment to caring for others.

Rita found her soulmate in Barry Laymon. Together, they built a life filled...

Sue Wishard

Sep 29, 2024

Ima Sue (Rose) Wishard, known lovingly as "Sweet Sue," passed away on September 29, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 83. Born on November 5, 1940, in Witter Arkansas, to James Afton and Nellie Thurston Rose, Sue lived a life marked by faith, strength, resilience, and determination.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Maldon...

Cory Ortiz

Sep 28, 2024

Cory Thomas Ortiz, aged 36, passed away on September 28, 2024. He was a believer of Jesus Christ, and we are reassured that he is now with his Lord.

Cory was born to his parents, Raul Ortiz and Denise Ortiz, on May 4, 1988, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He attended Robertson Elementary, Pretty Water Middle School, and Berryhill High School, where he...

Barbara Hurst

Sep 28, 2024

Barbara (Bobbie) Ann Hurst went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. A resident of Bald Hill, Oklahoma. She was born on October 4th, 1944 to Inez Vanlandingham Sullivan and Thomas West in Mesa, Arizona. She moved to Okmulgee, Oklahoma where she met and soon married the love of her life Carl Hurst on December 1st, 1961.

Bobbie...

Beverly Hemric

Sep 26, 2024

Beverly Mathis Hemric of Okmulgee, OK passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the age of 77. Beverly was born on January 13, 1947. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt Okmulgee Funeral Service & Cremation Care, 220 S. Alabama, Okmulgee, OK 74447. Family and friends may leave kind words of comfort, special memories and condolences to the family online at...

Jeri Ann Moffett

Sep 25, 2024

Our hearts are filled with sadness at the loss of our precious Mother, but in our sadness, we also rejoice as she was welcomed into Heaven by our Lord and Savior with His words, "Well done, good and faithful servant". Mother was a woman of deep faith who cared greatly about family, church ministry and her community. We were blessed...

LaVon Cox

Sep 25, 2024

Lavon "Bonnie" Knight Chrisenbery Cox

May 2, 1937 - September 25, 2024

Lavon "Bonnie" Knight Chrisenbery Cox, daughter of Ira and Leota Knight, was born on May 2, 1937, in Cherryvale, Kansas. She peacefully departed this life on September 25, 2024, surrounded by her family at home in Glenpool, Oklahoma, at the age of 87.

Bonnie was...

Mai Vuong

Sep 25, 2024

Mai Nguyet Vuong Ta

March 29, 1943 - September 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mai Vuong Ta 黃月梅

Born in Saigon, Vietnam on March 29th, 1943, Mai Vuong Ta 黃月梅 began her journey through life. Mai was the only child of Dinh Vuong 黃定平 from Guangdong Province, China.

Just like her mother, Mai was very hard-working, vibrant, and had a strong personality. With...

LeRoy Smith

Sep 23, 2024

LeRoy Franklin Smith, a beloved figure in Glenpool, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on August 10, 1930, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, LeRoy's remarkable life was marked by service, dedication, and a passion for mentoring young people.

From a young age, LeRoy displayed an extraordinary work ethic, starting his first...

Robin Inman

Sep 23, 2024

Robin Len'ea Inman

February 28, 1965 - September 23, 2024

Robin Len'ea Inman, formerly of Bixby, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 59 years. Born on February 28, 1965, in Tomball, Texas, Robin was the beloved daughter of Robert and Doylene (Johnson) Lynch.

Robin...

Robert Lee Turk

Sep 23, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Lee Turk, a proud patriot, devoted family man, and lifelong adventurer, on September 23, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 82. Born on September 10, 1942, in Cuero, Texas, to Fred and Paula Turk, Robert lived a life rich with love, dedication, and service.

Robert is survived...

Deborah McGraw

Sep 21, 2024

Deborah "Debbie" Kathleen McGraw, age 73, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on September 21, 2024, due to complications from pneumonia following knee replacement surgery. Born on June 26, 1951, in Abilene, Texas, to Gervis and Pat McGraw, Debbie was the beloved eldest of seven siblings who filled her life with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Growing up in Ponca...

Kenneth Richard Leake

Sep 19, 2024

Kenneth Richard Leake, born April 14, 1972, in Enid, Oklahoma, to Ervin Richard Leake and Christine Christiansen, passed away peacefully in Joplin, Missouri, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable adventures, quiet strength, and immeasurable love. In true Kenneth fashion, even in his final moments, he gave selflessly, saving lives as an organ donor.

Kenneth spent his childhood in Kremlin, on the...