Obituaries

Jul 16, 2014

Brandon Austin Cross, age 41, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2014 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Brandon was born July 28, 1972 in Oklahoma City to Larry Cross and Deborah (Rada) Cross. He attended John Marshall High School. Brandon was recently working as a handyman in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Cross. Brandon is survived...

Jul 15, 2014

Jeanne Marie (Keltz) Feilen age 67 entered Heaven on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at Clarehouse in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jeanne was born July 28, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois to Lawrence Keltz and Mary (McCoy) Keltz. She graduated with the Class of 1964 from St. Patrick's Academy in Des Plaines, Illinois. On August 10, 1968 Jeanne married the love of her life,...

Jul 14, 2014

Karl Julius Strenge, a longtime resident of Okmulgee, passed away Monday, July 14, 2014 at the age of 81. He was born October 6, 1932 to Julius and Katharina (Bonas) Strenge in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served in the United States Navy. Mr. Strenge was a member of the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Okmulgee and a member of the Knights...

Jul 13, 2014

Jerry Monroe McClain, 78, passed away on Sunday, July 13th, 2014, at St. John Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born February 6th, 1936, the son of Ted and Hazel McClain. Jerry enjoyed his childhood living in Fort Smith, Arkansas, along with his siblings Tom, Barbara, and Gloria. After graduating from Ft. Smith Senior High School in 1954,...

Jul 13, 2014

Carolyn Joanne Boyles 72 of Mounds, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014 at Saint Francis Hospital - South in Tulsa. Carolyn was born June 13, 1942 in Worcester, MA to Howard Curll and Marjorie (Lambert) Curll. She attended Conners High School. She worked as a waitress at Ollys Restaurant. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents Howard and...

Jul 11, 2014

Donald Ray Percefull, 83 of Tulsa, OK passed from this life peacefully at his home on July 11, 2014. Don was born in Chandler, OK on September 29, 1930. He was baptized in and attended First Baptist Church of Chandler. He graduated in 1948 from Chandler High School and later from Okmulgee Tech. He was proud to have served his...

Jul 11, 2014

Robert Perry Beaver, 75, of Morris, OK, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2014 at his home. Perry is survived by his wife Mariam of 46 years, children Brant Robb Beaver, Brent B. Beaver, Robin L. Beaver, and Del Beaver and his wife Rhonda K.; three grandchildren Isaiah C. Lowe, Kynnedi Gibson, and Olivia K. Beaver; siblings Pete Beaver and...

Jul 10, 2014

Juanita Ann Smith was born October 26, 1971 in Merced, California. She passed away Thursday, July 10, 2014 at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa. She graduated from West Moore High School in 1990 and attended Tulsa Community College. Juanita was a devoted aunt, caretaker, and always had the heart of a servant. She overcame many difficult challenges in her life....

Jul 10, 2014

Angelus Faye Jones, a former resident of Okmulgee, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the age of 52. She was born June 7, 1962 to Thompson White and Angelus Pigeon in Dallas, Texas. She was preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Garcia. Survivors include her father, Thompson White; mother, Angelus Pigeon; seven children, Stella Ruttman, Sheena Blitch, Stephen...

Jul 10, 2014

Nellie Frances Finch. Born June 11, 1924 in Henderson, NC the youngest of 3 sisters and 1 brother to John & Flora Dean Finch. She graduated from Middleburg High School in Middleburg, NC in May of 1941. She attended Henderson Business College and earned a diploma in Commercial Business in June of 1942. She joined the United States Coast Guard...

Jul 9, 2014

Jessie Jean Radford age 78 passed away July 9, 2014 at her Tulsa residence. Jessie was born July 19, 1935 in Vinita, Oklahoma to John N. Smith and Eve Lena (Holman) Smith. She graduated from Welch High School and worked in the banking field as an accounting clerk. Jessie was preceded in death by her parents: John and Eva Smith....

Jul 6, 2014

Heath Leon Parks age 42 passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014 at OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Heath was born September 28 1971 to Wesley Leo Parks and Shirley Jean Neafus in Stroud, Oklahoma. He grew up in the Jenks and Kellyville areas and attended Kellyville High School. Heath liked to fish, listen to country music and do woodworking....

Jul 4, 2014

Joyce Marie Bridgman, a resident of Okmulgee, passed away Friday, July 4, 2014 at the age of 69. Arrangements are pending at this time.

Jul 4, 2014

Raedelle Ridley Plummer was born December 7, 1929 in Gentry, Arkansas to Gratie Jewel and Hallie (Moore) Ridley. She passed away Friday, July 4, 2014 at Cedar Ridge Assisted Living in Tulsa. Her loving family was by her side. Raedelle graduated from Will Rogers High School in 1948. She married the love of her life, Alvin Dale Plummer on December...

Jul 3, 2014

Calib J.T. Simmons was brought into this world on August 17, 1992. He was a dreamer even as a small child. Calib was always looking for the next adventure. Although he was born hearing impaired, he never let it keep him from achieving most of his goals. Calib was driven when it came to sports. He always had to make...

Jul 3, 2014

Avis Melanie Wattles, a resident of Tulsa, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the age of 59. No services are planned at this time.

Jul 2, 2014

Daphne Dane Brucks was born April 7, 1942 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Lewis and Iris (Chronister) Greer. She passed away Wednesday evening, July 2, 2014 at Clarehouse in Tulsa. Daphne was articulate, smart, and had a great sense of humor. She was always interested in politics, particularly civil rights. She was an avid reader. Her favorites included suspence novels, thrillers,...

Jul 2, 2014

Ronald O'Dell (Ron) Brook, 67, of Sapulpa, OK passed away Wednesday, July 2nd, at his residence surrounded by his loving family members. Ron was born in Tulsa, OK on February 1, 1947, a son of Janice (Bench) and Hubert Brook. He graduated from Union High School with the Class of 1965. He married Alice (Fuchs) Brook on July 11, 1986...

Jul 2, 2014

Billy W. Chalakee, who was born and raised in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at the age of 76. He was born September 20, 1937 to Webster and Martha (Bird) Chalakee in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. He graduated in 1956 from Wilson High School. He was the Wilson Tigers biggest sport fan and had his own personal seat at...

Jul 1, 2014