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Shevon Vatne

Shevon Vatne

Aug 8, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shevon Vante, who left this world far too soon on August 8, 2025, just days before her 46th birthday.

Born in Washington State on August 20, 1979, Shevon was raised in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where she spent her formative years and attended school. From a young age, Shevon showed a deep love for music-she...

Reba Patricia Allert

Reba Patricia Allert

Aug 8, 2025

Reba Patricia Allert, a woman whose life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and an unwavering love for her family, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 93. She was born on March 4, 1932, in Miami, Oklahoma, to Logan and Virginia Brewster. Reba touched countless lives with her gentle spirit, warm heart...

Loyd Christensen

Loyd Christensen

Aug 4, 2025

Loyd D. Christensen of Colcord, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 63 years. Loyd was born on June 18, 1962 in Las Vegas, Nevada to his parents.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Tulsa Funeral Service, 5757 S. Memorial Dr. Tulsa, OK 74145. Family and friends may...

Carole Bluejacket

Carole Bluejacket

Jul 31, 2025

The family of Carole Ruth Bluejacket wishes to share the news of her peaceful passing at home on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Muskogee on August 7, 1941, she made her cherished home in Okmulgee for nearly fifty years.

Carole graduated from Morris High School and went on to work as...

Larry Dwayne Gilliland

Larry Dwayne Gilliland

Jul 28, 2025

Larry Dwayne Gilliland, 84, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home on July 28, 2025. Born February 23, 1941, in Nowata County, Oklahoma, Larry lived a life full of grit, humor, and quiet devotion.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Margie, with whom he shared 36 wonderful years of marriage, after seven years of dating that only made...

Kendall Dykes

Kendall Dykes

Jul 25, 2025

Kendall Joseph Dykes, Sr. passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025. He was 91. Born in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Paul and Willie (Pybas) Dykes, Kendall touched countless lives by his warmth, faith, humor and zest for life. Kendall overcame many challenges in his life. These included losing his mother at the age of 8, polio at the age of 17...

Robert James McCutchen

Robert James McCutchen

Jul 24, 2025

Robert James “Bob” McCutchen passed into heaven on July 24, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 81.

Born on July 5, 1944, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Bob’s journey through life carried him from Canada to Mississippi, Illinois, California, Washington, D.C., and eventually to Oklahoma. Each place left its mark, but none more so than Tulsa, where he planted roots...

Jackie

Jackie

Jul 22, 2025

On October 22, 1957 a beautiful baby girl was born to Charlotte James and L.C. Stokely Sr. she was given the name Jacqueline Louise.

Affectionately referred to as Jackie she graduated from Okmulgee High School with the Proud Class of 1976. She later received her Associates Degree in Secretarial Office Management.

Jackie was blessed with two children Mahogany Charon and NaChakka Juante....

Diana Kay Lazenby

Diana Kay Lazenby

Jul 21, 2025

Diana Kay (Myers) Lazenby, a beautiful soul with a small-town heart, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 2, 1947, in Mexico, Missouri, to Charles and Margaret Lucille Jennings Myers.

Diana was the kind of woman who made life sweeter just by being in it. She...

Joy Varner

Joy Varner

Jul 20, 2025

Joy Loray Varner, age 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home in Jenks, Oklahoma, surrounded by her devoted family.

Joy was born on September 2, 1944, in Orange, Texas, to Irvin and Leola (Felts) Langston. She attended Webster High School and later married the love of her life, James Varner, in Columbus, Kansas. Together they...

Lucille Dixon

Lucille Dixon

Jul 18, 2025

Lucille Dixon, a beloved resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on June 27, 1945, Lucille grew up with a deep sense of family, faith, and strength that would shape the rest of her life. At the age of 18, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she met and married the...

Richard Todd

Richard Todd

Jul 18, 2025

Richard Forrest Todd of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the age of 95.

Richard was born on May 12, 1930, in Hartland, Wisconsin to Forrest and Elnora (Anstey) Todd. He was raised on a dairy farm in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and proudly served in the United States Air Force. He earned a Bachelor of Science...

Randy Smith

Randy Smith

Jul 17, 2025

Mr. Randy B. Smith was born to Effie Mae. and Ed Louis Smith on May 5, 1966, in Forrest City, AR.

He graduated high school in Parkin, AR. In May of 1985 and later went to Job Cor in Dallas, TX. After leaving Job Cor he moved to Sioux City, Iowa where he met his wife. They joined in union on...

Marvin Duane Crisp

Marvin Duane Crisp

Jul 17, 2025

Marvin Duane Crisp of Sapulpa, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the age of 73.

He was born on January 24, 1952, in Turlock, California, to Clifton and Patricia (Carter) Crisp. Marvin spent his first two years of life in California, before moving to Tulsa. He graduated from Edison High School in 1970 where he played football.

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Stephen Barnes

Stephen Barnes

Jul 15, 2025

Stephen Michael BarnesOctober 28, 1954 - July 15, 2025

Stephen Michael Barnes was born on October 28,1954 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Kenneth Lee and Jan Larue (Farley) Barnes. Steve's early years were spent moving around the country due to his father being an airline pilot. This upbringing sparked a lifelong love for adventure, travel, and aviation.

After high school, Steve...

Dayle James

Dayle James

Jul 12, 2025

E. Dayle James OHP Baker 52 - Okmulgee County 10 has finished his watch.

E. Dayle James, of Okmulgee, was born in Muskogee, OK, June 21, 1948 to Kenneth Edward James and Maxine (Elsey) James. He passed from this life on July 12, 2025 in Tulsa, OK at the age of 77.

From his days as an Oklahoma Highway Patrolman to his...

Jennifer Palmer

Jennifer Palmer

Jul 10, 2025

Jennifer Lind Palmer, age 44, passed away on July 10, 2025. Jennifer was born on October 7, 1980 in Salinas, CA to Kenneth Palmer and Patricia Palmer.

Consequences - from the time we learn to walk and talk, we are taught our actions come with consequences. Unfortunately, Jennifer faced a tragic consequence.

In the year 2006, Jennifer Palmer brought a fragile baby...

Bradlee Hammack

Bradlee Hammack

Jul 10, 2025

Bradlee Barfield Hammack, age 49, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity. Born on November 21, 1975, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Sally and Will Hammack, Brad's life was marked by deep relationships, a passion for adventure, and an unwavering willingness to help others.

In 1983, Brad moved to Española, New...

James Ussery

James Ussery

Jul 8, 2025

James Eugene Ussery, a WWII Veteran, a skilled truck driver, a loving husband, and a loving father passed away on July 8, 2025 at the age of 103, with family by his side.

James was born August 24, 1921, in San Angelo, TX to his parents, Elwood and Eula (Strawn) Ussery in the old Fort Concho, TX area. James and his...

Elaine Cannon

Elaine Cannon

Jul 8, 2025

Dr. Elaine Wesley Oates Cannon, born on October 16, 1942, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on July 8, 2025, surrounded by LOVE. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and child of God; leaving behind a profound impact on the lives of all those who knew her.The eldest of three daughters born to Horace and Princie Oates, Elaine...

Shevon Vatne

Shevon Vatne

Aug 8, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shevon Vante, who left this world far too soon on August 8, 2025, just days before her 46th birthday.

Born in Washington State on August 20, 1979, Shevon was raised in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where she spent her formative years and attended school. From a young age, Shevon showed a deep love for music-she...

Reba Patricia Allert

Reba Patricia Allert

Aug 8, 2025

Reba Patricia Allert, a woman whose life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and an unwavering love for her family, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 93. She was born on March 4, 1932, in Miami, Oklahoma, to Logan and Virginia Brewster. Reba touched countless lives with her gentle spirit, warm heart...

Loyd Christensen

Loyd Christensen

Aug 4, 2025

Loyd D. Christensen of Colcord, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the age of 63 years. Loyd was born on June 18, 1962 in Las Vegas, Nevada to his parents.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Tulsa Funeral Service, 5757 S. Memorial Dr. Tulsa, OK 74145. Family and friends may...

Carole Bluejacket

Carole Bluejacket

Jul 31, 2025

The family of Carole Ruth Bluejacket wishes to share the news of her peaceful passing at home on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Muskogee on August 7, 1941, she made her cherished home in Okmulgee for nearly fifty years.

Carole graduated from Morris High School and went on to work as...

Larry Dwayne Gilliland

Larry Dwayne Gilliland

Jul 28, 2025

Larry Dwayne Gilliland, 84, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home on July 28, 2025. Born February 23, 1941, in Nowata County, Oklahoma, Larry lived a life full of grit, humor, and quiet devotion.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Margie, with whom he shared 36 wonderful years of marriage, after seven years of dating that only made...

Kendall Dykes

Kendall Dykes

Jul 25, 2025

Kendall Joseph Dykes, Sr. passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025. He was 91. Born in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Paul and Willie (Pybas) Dykes, Kendall touched countless lives by his warmth, faith, humor and zest for life. Kendall overcame many challenges in his life. These included losing his mother at the age of 8, polio at the age of 17...

Robert James McCutchen

Robert James McCutchen

Jul 24, 2025

Robert James “Bob” McCutchen passed into heaven on July 24, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 81.

Born on July 5, 1944, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Bob’s journey through life carried him from Canada to Mississippi, Illinois, California, Washington, D.C., and eventually to Oklahoma. Each place left its mark, but none more so than Tulsa, where he planted roots...

Jackie

Jackie

Jul 22, 2025

On October 22, 1957 a beautiful baby girl was born to Charlotte James and L.C. Stokely Sr. she was given the name Jacqueline Louise.

Affectionately referred to as Jackie she graduated from Okmulgee High School with the Proud Class of 1976. She later received her Associates Degree in Secretarial Office Management.

Jackie was blessed with two children Mahogany Charon and NaChakka Juante....

Diana Kay Lazenby

Diana Kay Lazenby

Jul 21, 2025

Diana Kay (Myers) Lazenby, a beautiful soul with a small-town heart, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 2, 1947, in Mexico, Missouri, to Charles and Margaret Lucille Jennings Myers.

Diana was the kind of woman who made life sweeter just by being in it. She...

Joy Varner

Joy Varner

Jul 20, 2025

Joy Loray Varner, age 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home in Jenks, Oklahoma, surrounded by her devoted family.

Joy was born on September 2, 1944, in Orange, Texas, to Irvin and Leola (Felts) Langston. She attended Webster High School and later married the love of her life, James Varner, in Columbus, Kansas. Together they...

Lucille Dixon

Lucille Dixon

Jul 18, 2025

Lucille Dixon, a beloved resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on June 27, 1945, Lucille grew up with a deep sense of family, faith, and strength that would shape the rest of her life. At the age of 18, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she met and married the...

Richard Todd

Richard Todd

Jul 18, 2025

Richard Forrest Todd of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the age of 95.

Richard was born on May 12, 1930, in Hartland, Wisconsin to Forrest and Elnora (Anstey) Todd. He was raised on a dairy farm in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and proudly served in the United States Air Force. He earned a Bachelor of Science...

Randy Smith

Randy Smith

Jul 17, 2025

Mr. Randy B. Smith was born to Effie Mae. and Ed Louis Smith on May 5, 1966, in Forrest City, AR.

He graduated high school in Parkin, AR. In May of 1985 and later went to Job Cor in Dallas, TX. After leaving Job Cor he moved to Sioux City, Iowa where he met his wife. They joined in union on...

Marvin Duane Crisp

Marvin Duane Crisp

Jul 17, 2025

Marvin Duane Crisp of Sapulpa, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the age of 73.

He was born on January 24, 1952, in Turlock, California, to Clifton and Patricia (Carter) Crisp. Marvin spent his first two years of life in California, before moving to Tulsa. He graduated from Edison High School in 1970 where he played football.

...

Stephen Barnes

Stephen Barnes

Jul 15, 2025

Stephen Michael BarnesOctober 28, 1954 - July 15, 2025

Stephen Michael Barnes was born on October 28,1954 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Kenneth Lee and Jan Larue (Farley) Barnes. Steve's early years were spent moving around the country due to his father being an airline pilot. This upbringing sparked a lifelong love for adventure, travel, and aviation.

After high school, Steve...

Dayle James

Dayle James

Jul 12, 2025

E. Dayle James OHP Baker 52 - Okmulgee County 10 has finished his watch.

E. Dayle James, of Okmulgee, was born in Muskogee, OK, June 21, 1948 to Kenneth Edward James and Maxine (Elsey) James. He passed from this life on July 12, 2025 in Tulsa, OK at the age of 77.

From his days as an Oklahoma Highway Patrolman to his...

Jennifer Palmer

Jennifer Palmer

Jul 10, 2025

Jennifer Lind Palmer, age 44, passed away on July 10, 2025. Jennifer was born on October 7, 1980 in Salinas, CA to Kenneth Palmer and Patricia Palmer.

Consequences - from the time we learn to walk and talk, we are taught our actions come with consequences. Unfortunately, Jennifer faced a tragic consequence.

In the year 2006, Jennifer Palmer brought a fragile baby...

Bradlee Hammack

Bradlee Hammack

Jul 10, 2025

Bradlee Barfield Hammack, age 49, passed away on July 10, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity. Born on November 21, 1975, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Sally and Will Hammack, Brad's life was marked by deep relationships, a passion for adventure, and an unwavering willingness to help others.

In 1983, Brad moved to Española, New...

James Ussery

James Ussery

Jul 8, 2025

James Eugene Ussery, a WWII Veteran, a skilled truck driver, a loving husband, and a loving father passed away on July 8, 2025 at the age of 103, with family by his side.

James was born August 24, 1921, in San Angelo, TX to his parents, Elwood and Eula (Strawn) Ussery in the old Fort Concho, TX area. James and his...

Elaine Cannon

Elaine Cannon

Jul 8, 2025

Dr. Elaine Wesley Oates Cannon, born on October 16, 1942, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on July 8, 2025, surrounded by LOVE. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and child of God; leaving behind a profound impact on the lives of all those who knew her.The eldest of three daughters born to Horace and Princie Oates, Elaine...