Obituaries

Michael James Kinney

Aug 28, 2024

Michael James Kinney, born on November 23, 1953, in Des Plaines, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Michael was a man who lived life to the fullest, embodying a spirit of adventure, humor, and resilience.

Michael grew up in Tulsa and graduated from Bishop Kelley High School in 1972. He continued his education at...

Patricia Winchester

Aug 27, 2024

Patricia Jean Winchester, 83, of Tulsa, OK, passed away on August 27, 2024. Born on December 22, 1940, in Dayton, OH, to Ralph and Aline Seitz, Patricia lived a life marked by resilience, love, and devotion.

A graduate of Roosevelt High School in Dayton, OH, Class of 1958, Patricia went on to build a career as a manager in...

Roley McIntosh

Aug 27, 2024

Roley Dean McIntosh, born on September 4, 1935, in Hominy, Oklahoma, passed away at the age of 88 on August 27, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife, JoAnne McIntosh; brother, Butch McIntosh; children, Ronnie McIntosh, Phillip Stermer, Dee Anne Day, Tonya Boone (Dennis), and Teresa Stermer; 19 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews,...

Garry Smith

Aug 26, 2024

Garry Louis Smith, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on August 26, 2024. He is survived by his devoted wife, Myra Jeanne Smith of Cushing, OK, of whom he married on September 25, 1981; his children, Adam Anello of Broken Arrow, OK and grandchildren Christopher, Ronnie, Mikayla; Tim Anello and his...

Lindsey Nicole Sanders

Aug 23, 2024

Lindsey Nicole Sanders, a bright spirit born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on January 24, 1984, passed peacefully on August 23, 2024 in Tulsa.

Lindsey was a woman of warmth and light, a free spirit who found joy in the sun's embrace and nature’s beauty. She spent her childhood exploring the outdoors, always seeking adventure. From the shores of lakes to the rivers...

Anita Craig

Aug 23, 2024

Anita Ann Craig was born in Checotah, Oklahoma to Clyde McMurray and Ann Bailey-McMurray on April 13, 1941. She was raised by her grandparents, Riley and Bessie Bailey who preceded her in death.

Anita graduated from Eufaula High School in 1959. She was a member of Henryetta First Church of the Nazarene. Anita was also the 2001 Henryettan of...

Lisa Roper

Aug 22, 2024

 Our beloved Lisa Susanne (Morgan) Roper was born on September 24, 1963, and entered eternal rest on August 22, 2024, at the age of 60. Her passing was sudden and unexpected, due to complications from ovarian cancer.

 Lisa was born to Bob and Susan Morgan in Highland Park, MI, and grew up in Orchard Lake, MI, alongside her two sisters. Her...

Jennie McNac

Aug 22, 2024

Jennie McNac, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the age of 57. Jennie was born on July 20, 1967, in Tahlequah, OK, to her parents, Joseph McNac and Sharon Amos.

Jennie's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her...

Walter Thiry Jr.

Aug 21, 2024

Walter A. Thiry, Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully August 21, 2024. He was born May 1, 1934 in Evansville, Indiana to Lucille and Walter A. Thiry.

Walter served as Staff Sargent in the United States Airforce on the B-36 bomber (peacemaker) where he retired with honors. He then became Director of Membership Services with the AAA Auto Club...

Richard Kersey

Aug 20, 2024

Richard Allen Kersey, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 83.

Born on November 26, 1940, in Highland, IL, Richard was the cherished son of Norbert "Blondie" Huene and Nadine Holzhauer. He was the baby of five children. He spent his childhood in the Joplin and St. Louis areas...

Dorcella Caywood

Aug 20, 2024

Dorcella Maudine Caywood passed away with loving family by her side on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 88. Dorcella was born on June 12, 1936 in Pawnee, OK. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt Okmulgee Funeral Service & Cremation Care, 220 S. Alabama, Okmulgee, OK 74447. Family and friends may leave...

Fern Thigpen Wood

Aug 20, 2024

Fern Thigpen Wood, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024 at the age of 94. Born in Waco, Texas on October 2, 1929 to John Emmett Thigpen Sr. and Mayme Claire Relf Thigpen, Fern’s life was filled with adventure, family, and boundless energy.

Fern graduated from Marlin High School and received her BBA from Baylor...

Lanette Miller

Aug 18, 2024

Lanette Miller, a cherished resident of Glenpool, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at the age of 69. Born on June 21, 1955, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Lanette was a beloved daughter to Granville and Lillian Edmonson.

A distinguished scholar and dedicated community member, Lanette graduated as Salutatorian from Bixby High School in the class of 1974....

Larry Thayer

Aug 14, 2024

Larry "Spook" Thayer, beloved husband, father, brother and Pop, was called to his eternal resting place on August 14, 2024. He was 66 years old. He was born on October 18, 1957, in Independence, KS, to Robert and Sue Thayer. The family moved to Tulsa when Larry was young, where he grew up with a passion for baseball and...

Anand Singh

Aug 13, 2024

Private Family services were held.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt Funeral Service. Family and friends may send memories and condolences to the family online, www.schaudtfuneralservice.com

Roger Russell

Aug 13, 2024

Roger Dale Russell, a beloved member of the Haskell community, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the age of 55. Born on December 25, 1968, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Roger lived a life marked by his extraordinary kindness and boundless enthusiasm for connecting with others.

Roger grew up in Haskell, Oklahoma, where he attended elementary school before graduating...

Daniel Joseph Parmley

Aug 12, 2024

Daniel Joseph Parmley, born on September 19, 1961, in Oakland, CA, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024, in Tulsa, OK, at the age of 62. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Butch and Barbara Parmley.

Dan spent most of his life in California, where he proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for four...

Thomas Pate

Aug 11, 2024

As a proud veteran, Tom Pate served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he dedicated his life to various roles, including Deputy Sheriff and heavy equipment operator, becoming a reservoir of wisdom and practical knowledge. These experiences highlight the remarkable character of the man he was.

Tom and his wife, Sherri, built their home...

Dinah Mitchell

Aug 11, 2024

Dinah Marie Mitchell (Salmon) 77 passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Woodland Skilled Nursing and Therapy of Natural causes. Dinah faced her death with loved ones nearby.

Dinah was born on March 18, 1947, to Mac (Murry) and Mary Dennis Salmon in Okmulgee, Oklahoma.

After graduating from high school in Okmulgee, she married Elton Eugene...

Darin Tarpalechee

Aug 9, 2024

Darin Jackson Tarpalechee, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 43. Darin was born on January 13, 1981, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Edward and Rowena Tarpalechee.

Darin spent his entire life in Okmulgee, where he graduated from Morris High School. He had a deep love for his community...