Obituaries

Deborah Tait

Feb 28, 2024

Deborah Mae Tait, a beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on February 28, 2024, at the age of 63. She was born on June 9, 1960, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Francis Donnelly and Judith Eskenasy.

Deborah's life journey took her from the vibrant streets of New Orleans to the bustling cities of Houston and Tulsa. She...

Derrick Allen Taylor, Sr.

Feb 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Coach Derrick Allen Taylor, Sr., born on December 11, 1977, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He passed away February 27, 2024. A full obituary commemorating his life and legacy will follow shortly.

LeNora Busby

Feb 25, 2024

LeNora Busby passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the age of 63. LeNora was born on September 11, 1960 in San Antonio, Texas. Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's 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...

James Norman Knox

Feb 24, 2024

James “Jim” Norman Knox died February 24, 2024 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. James was born to James Elgy Knox and Zelda Knox on September 10, 1938 in Hulbert, Oklahoma. He attended Siloam Springs High School in Arkansas before working offshore oil fields in Louisiana. In 1961, James married Jacquelyn Mae Kay of Siloam Springs. James enlisted with the United States...

Nancy Rueda

Feb 23, 2024

Nancy Ann Rueda, born December 21, 1956, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, entered eternal rest on February 23, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved daughter of Richard and Violet Minihan.

Nancy's life was a testament to love, strength, and generosity. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and warmth that touched the lives of all who...

Lonnie McGuire

Feb 21, 2024

Lonnie Wayne McGuire, a veteran and proud Oklahoman, peacefully passed away on February 21, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on January 2, 1938, in Drumright, Oklahoma, Lonnie was the son of Stanley and Mabel McGuire, lifetime Creek county residents.

When Lonnie was about 8 years old his family relocated to Sapulpa. After graduating from Sapulpa High School, Lonnie went to college,...

Jeffrey Deys

Feb 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jeff Dale Deys

December 11, 1969 - February 20, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jeffrey Dale Deys, a cherished husband, devoted father, and loyal friend passed away February 20, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 54. Jeff was born on December 11, 1969, in Lakeland, Florida, to his...

Joseph Broadhurst

Feb 18, 2024

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that the family announced the early passing of Joseph Michael Broadhurst on February 18,2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He was born the youngest child to Leonard and Deborah Broadhurst. His is survived by many including his beloved fiance, Samantha Bradford.

He was the most devoted, loving, and outstanding father to...

Jerry Puryear

Feb 18, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jerry C. Puryear

On May 12, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Jerry C. Puryear was born to Insull and Lorayne Puryear, marking the beginning of a life filled with love, adventure, and cherished connections. On Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the age of 78 years, Jerry bid farewell to this world, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, friendship,...

Barbara Strobel

Feb 18, 2024

Barbara Ann Strobel, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, left this earth peacefully after a short illness at age 88 on February 18, 2024. She will be greatly missed but is now in heaven.

Barbara was born to Euphemia and Arthur Cocklin on August 4, 1935, in Massillon, Ohio. She married Jack Strobel on August 23, 1952. They made their home in...

Helton Fisher

Feb 17, 2024

Helton Richard Fisher passed away on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the age of 87. Helton was born on August 4, 1936 in Bristow, Oklahoma to his parents, Helton and Marie (Wilcox) Fisher. Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service & Cremation Care Centers, 1329 East 151st Street, Glenpool, OK 74033. Family and friends may leave kind words of...

Thomas Wilson

Feb 15, 2024

Thomas J Wilson passed away with loving family on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at the age of 98. Thomas was born on May 11, 1925 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to his parents, George and Esther (Brink) Wilson. Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Okmulgee Funeral Service & Cremation Care, 220 S. Alabama, Okmulgee, OK 74447. Family and friends may leave kind words...

Jeffrey Laurence Bennett

Feb 14, 2024

Jeffrey L. Bennett, 52, passed away peacefully in his home on February 14, 2024, after a long fight with kidney disease. He had made the decision to end his treatment on dialysis due to the decline of the recent quality of life. He was very determined, like his father Larry, never to give up and to fight as long as...

Billie Marie Edmundson

Feb 11, 2024

Billie Marie Edmundson passed away on Sunday, February 11th, 2024 at the age of 69 yrs. Billie was residing at her home on the family farm in Catoosa, OK when she passed, after a lengthy illness. Billie was born December 26, 1954 in Broken Arrow to Carl & Wanda Edmundson. She graduated from Broken Arrow High School in 1973, and...

Thomas Eugene Hoge

Feb 11, 2024

Thomas Eugene Hoge was a hardworking, devoted husband, who loved his wife Patricia Hoge with all his heart. Tom passed away on February 11, 2024, mainly from a grieving heart, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 67. He was born on April 7, 1956, in Lynwood, California, to Ernest and Vera Hoge.

Thomas was a very giving individual, who never...

Sondra Lewis

Feb 11, 2024

Sondra Treasure Lewis (Beckstead) was born on March 17, 1945, in Seattle, Washington. She passed away on February 11, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

Sondra was immensely proud of her journey through nursing school, culminating in her achievement of becoming a Registered Nurse. She dedicated herself to her profession, spending many years working on the Adolescent Psych...

Carolyn Edmonds

Feb 11, 2024

Carolyn Diane Edmonds, a resident of Morris, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away at her home Sunday, February 11, 2024. She was 67 years old.

Born on November 7, 1956, in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, Carolyn was the daughter of Raymond and Donna (Lawson) Hill. She married David Edmonds in 1976.

Carolyn's warm smile and gentle spirit endeared her to all who...

Sara May McEuen

Feb 10, 2024

"O, shit!"

Sara May McEuen, aka Moomaw, aka Miss Sara, died at home surrounded by loved ones on February 10, 2024, in Tulsa, OK.

Sara was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on May 25, 1934 to Mary and Cornish Gardner. She grew up in McAlester, graduated from McAlester High School in 1952 and carried her Buffalo pride wherever she roamed.

Having never been anywhere...

Ritchie Don Jackson

Feb 10, 2024

Ritchie Don Jackson, affectionately known as RJ, passed away on February 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who were fortunate enough to know him. Born on September 29, 1983, Ritchie was a beloved member of his community and touched the lives of many through his career and personal relationships.

Ritchie dedicated over 20 years to...

Doris Wicks

Feb 10, 2024

Doris Christel Wicks, born on August 17th, 1941, in Berlin, Germany, embarked on her final journey on February 10th, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was a woman of profound intellect, grace, and unwavering dedication, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.

Doris's life was marked by a remarkable journey across continents and cultures. In 1965, she ventured to the...