Obituaries

Kristen Durbin

May 18, 2024

Kristen Leigh Durbin, born on June 24, 1969, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Robert Durbin and Suzanne (Shires) Kelley, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, in Tulsa, OK, at the age of 54. Kristen's life was a testament to love, creativity, and resilience.

Kristen was the cherished daughter of Robert Durbin and Suzanne (Shires) Kelley. She is...

David Elwood James

May 17, 2024

David Elwood James, born on December 9, 1946, in Clovis, California, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024, in Catoosa, Oklahoma. David was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharon James, to whom he was married on May 24, 1996, until her passing in 2021.

David was the cherished son of Eula Grace Watts and Elvin Kirby James. He proudly...

Silvestre Coronado Esparza

May 17, 2024

Silvestre Coronado Esparza, born on January 1, 1969, in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Rafael Coronado Romero and Ma. del Refugio Esparza, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with illness.

Silvestre was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Olga, and a dedicated father to his cherished children. His family...

Patrick Dolan

May 16, 2024

Patrick Micheal Dolan was born in Enid, Oklahoma on May 2, 1943 to Joe and Florine Dolan and passed away May 16, 2024 at the age of 81 after a short battle with lung cancer. He was raised in Enid, Oklahoma until he was a teenager, from there the family moved to Bellaire, Texas then later to Lake Tenkiller near...

Elmer Vargas Aviles

May 15, 2024

Elmer Noe Vargas Aviles was born on February 16, 2003, in Austin, Texas, to his loving parents Noe Vargas Arroyo and Zoila Aviles Jaimes. He was a devoted father to his two children, a daughter, Malia Noemi Vargas and a son, Emanuel Nicholas Vargas along with the mother of his children, Noelia Campos

Elmer was a beloved son,...

Rose Bennett

May 13, 2024

Rose Mary (Larson) Bennett, born on April 26, 1935, in Corry, PA, to Bror and Ida Larson, peacefully departed this world on May 13, 2024, at the age of 89. She grew up in Corry, PA and graduated from Corry Area High School in 1952 as the class valedictorian, a testament to her intelligence and dedication to learning.

Rose Mary's life...

Nora Dawson

May 12, 2024

Nora Elizabeth Hershey Dawson was born June 21st, 1933 in Miami, OK to Chester and Louise Hershey. She went to be with the Lord on May 12, 2024. She lived her almost 91 years to the fullest. Nora was a beloved sister, mother to 3, grandma to 7, and great-grandmother to 10. She was the matriarch of her family, their...

Scott Churchwell

May 12, 2024

Scott William Churchwell of Okmulgee, OK, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the age of 56. He was born on May 12, 1968, in Okmulgee, OK, to Harvey and Betty (Chelf) Churchwell.

Scott grew up in the Morris area and Sand Springs area where he finished highschool as a kid he loved all sports...

Ann Porche'

May 8, 2024

Ann Michelle Porche' passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, at her residence in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew her. She was born on July 11, 1960, in Bixby, Oklahoma, and throughout her life, Ann was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend to many.

Ann's pursuit...

Christopher Puckett

May 7, 2024

Christopher Wayne Puckett, also known affectionately as Chris, brought light into the lives of many with his warm heart and kind spirit. He passed away on May 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Born on July 4, 1984, in Tulsa, OK, Chris spent his formative years surrounded by the warmth of family and the joys...

Christy C. Moss

May 6, 2024

In loving memory of Christy C. Moss, a cherished Mother, Grandmother, sister, and devoted Hospice Chaplain of Tulsa, Oklahoma, who peacefully passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at the age of 77.

Christy Cason Moss, born to Raleigh and Virginia Cason on December 11, 1946, in Atlanta, Georgia, brought joy and love wherever she went. A dedicated mother and grandmother,...

Robin Exendine

May 5, 2024

Robin Dianne Exendine of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at age 64. Robin was born on February 12, 1960, in Seneca, Missouri to her parents, David Holland and Martha Prater.

At age 18 she had her first child, M.S.L. She later met the love of her life, Jessie Exendine, Sr. & started...

Lewey Peters

May 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lewey "Buzzo" Peters, Jr., born on May 11, 1932, in Cherokee County, Oklahoma. Buzzo peacefully departed this life on May 5, 2024, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. Memorial services will be held 10:30am, Friday, May 24,...

Florence Eslick

May 1, 2024

In Loving Memory of Florence Evelyn Eslick

Florence Evelyn Eslick, a beloved resident of Mounds, Oklahoma, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the age of 78 years. She was born on November 7, 1945, in Bay City, Texas, to her devoted parents, Harold Eugene and Berniece Mayfield.

As she grew up, Florence and her family embarked on a journey that...

Debbie West

Apr 30, 2024

Debbie Sue West, a beloved wife, and mother, of Okmulgee, Oklahoma passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was 64 years old.

Born on September 28, 1959, in Riverside, California, Debbie was the daughter of Jimmie and Carolyn (Taylor) West. Growing up in California, Debbie attended school and began her journey into motherhood. Eventually, she...

James (Tony) William Willis

Apr 30, 2024

James (Tony) William Willis, born on January 12, 1930, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at the age of 94. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Annette Willis.

Tony was the cherished son of James McWhorter Willis and Katherine (Kearney) Pyeatt. He is survived by his loving children Ronald Willis and wife Barbara of Tulsa, Ok;  Jeanine O'Neill...

Joseph Guy Donohue

Apr 30, 2024

Joseph Guy Donohue was born on November 8, 1938 in Ft Collins, Colorado, to Daniel L. Donohue and Ruth C. Rucker. He grew up in Southwest City, Missouri, and was the second in line of 6 sons.  He graduated from Southwest City High School and attended 1 year of college before joining the USAF at the age of 20. While...

Samuel Godair

Apr 28, 2024

Samuel Edward Godair Jr

1982-2024

Samuel Edward Godair Jr, known to most as Sam or Sammy, passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2024, at the age of 41. Sam was born to Samuel Godair Sr and Nancy Godair on July 28, 1982, in Bellflower, CA. Though born in CA and despite having adopted a slight Oklahoma accent later...

Wren Sobitee Slate

Apr 28, 2024

Wren passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 11:52 am CST in Tulsa, Oklahoma after an extended illness and hospital stay.

She was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico on September 4th, 1983. During her early years, her family lived in Durango, Colorado where her mom attended school at Fort Lewis College and her dad worked....

Wilma Jean Brown

Apr 27, 2024

Wilma Jean Brown passed away peacefully early on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 92 years. Jean was born on September 23, 1931, in Olustee, OK to her parents, Jester ‘JC’ and Verna (Butler) Conger. 

She graduated from Olustee High School and attended Southwestern State College. Jean met the love of her life, William Carl ‘Bill’ Brown. They were...