Obituaries

Norma Ballenger

Mar 27, 2024

Norma Lee Harris Ballenger was born June 2, 1929 in rural Okfuskee County near Lester, at Woodard's Corner, Oklahoma to parents Isaac "Dutch" Harris and Carrie Morse Harris. She passed from this life on March 27, 2024 at her home in Okmulgee County.

Norma attended Pharaoh High School in Okfuskee County and graduated as Salutatorian in 1946. In school,...

Milan Miles Martin

Mar 25, 2024

Milan Miles Martin, 75, of Tulsa, Oklahoma passed March 25, 2024. His loved ones are composing his obituary. Funeral services will be held 11:00am, Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Schaudt Funeral Service Chapel, 5757 South memorial Drive, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145. 

David Matthewson

Mar 22, 2024

 The family is creating the obituary, which you will be able to read here once it is completed.

Linda Wright

Mar 21, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Linda Jane Wright, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister. Linda peacefully departed from this world on March 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 24, 1969, in Fontana, CA, she touched the hearts of many with her warmth and kindness.

Linda found true love in her husband Eddie...

Gary Phillips

Mar 20, 2024

Gary Lynn Phillips, a man of boundless love and unwavering dedication, passed away on March 20, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 69. Born on March 15, 1955, in Canton, North Carolina, Gary leaves behind a legacy of love, adventure, and cherished memories.

In a marriage that spanned 47 beautiful years, Gary shared his life with his beloved wife,...

Terry Lee Cain

Mar 20, 2024

Terry Lee Cain, a beloved member of the Stilwell, Oklahoma community, passed away on March 20, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on October 8, 1945, Terry was the son of Flo Cain and Letha Caldwell, both of whom preceded him in death.

Terry leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He is survived by his children: Curtis...

Kathleen Purser

Mar 20, 2024

Kathleen Sylvia Purser passed away in Edmond on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the age of 89. She was born on May 28, 1934, in Perry, Oklahoma, to her beloved parents, Ross and Opal (Robertson) Hinman.

She was fascinated with weather and aviation. The fascination led her into service with airport tower weather reporting and warnings. She worked for...

Brady Dumler

Mar 18, 2024

Sadly, on March 18, 2024, we mourn the loss of Brady Austin Dumler, a beloved member of the Bixby area community. Born on October 20, 1986, in Lakin, KS, to his parents, Brian & Vicky, Brady was a kind-hearted and hardworking soul who touched the lives of many.

Brady's passion for horses stemmed from his active participation in the youth rodeo...

Ray Philip Peterman

Mar 17, 2024

Ray Philip Peterman, 62, of Tulsa, Okla., died in his home Sunday, March 17 after a battle with cancer.

He was born in Rapid City, South Dakota in 1961 to Marlee Martin and Darrell Peterman. He left home at a young age to seek adventure, first joining a traveling carnival and then fighting forest fires on the west coast. He eventually...

Dale Poston

Mar 14, 2024

Dale Lee Poston of Mounds, Oklahoma, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the age of 60 years. He was born on April 20, 1963, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to his parents, Raymond and Patricia Poston.

Dale grew up in Owasso, where he attended Owasso schools. He proudly served his country in the National Guard for 6 years. Throughout...

Timothy Johnston

Mar 13, 2024

Timothy Lee Johnston, age 68, a resident of Coweta , Oklahoma, passed from this life on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Tim was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma, September 9, 1955, to Philip and Glea Johnston. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architectural Studies and a Master in Architecture from Oklahoma State University.

After graduation Tim...

William Marris

Mar 11, 2024

William "Bill" Marris, 73, of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 11, 1950, in Okmulgee to Lester and Mae (Bryant) Marris.

Bill served in the Marines for two years following his high school years in Okmulgee. After his military service, he dedicated himself to a career...

Susan Stiggins

Mar 11, 2024

Susan Carr Stiggins, age 78, passed from this life on March 11, 2024 in Tulsa, OK, surrounded by her family. She was born in Amarillo, TX to Fred and Reed Carr on February 7th, 1946. She grew up in Pampa, TX, where she met her future husband, Dirk Stiggins. After they married and moved to Levelland, TX, she earned her...

Donald Burns

Mar 10, 2024

Donald Lee Burns, known to many as Don, peacefully departed from this world on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He valiantly battled numerous heart issues, but ultimately succumbed to lung cancer. Don passed away serenely at Saint Francis Hospital, surrounded by his cherished companion, Elaine, and his daughter Dana.

Born on January 29, 1954, Donald was the fraternal twin...

Danny Gene Copeland

Mar 10, 2024

Danny Gene Copeland was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He passed away on March 10, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, He left a void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He was born on May 19, 1948, in Terral, Oklahoma to Paul and Elsie Copeland.

Danny leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. He...

Patricia Ann Mishler Carey Gray

Mar 10, 2024

Patricia Ann “Pat” Mishler Carey Gray was born in the Mishler family home in Cherokee County, Kansas, on April 15, 1932. Pat was the second of four children of Father, Wallace L. and Mother, Lily Ann Whitehead Mishler, who always ensured we attended Church, Sunday School, Bible School and all Revivals.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, a brother...

Robert Edward Kelly

Mar 9, 2024

Robert Edward Kelly, bid farewell to this world on March 9, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of adventure, laughter, and love. Born on May 3, 1934, in Galesburg, Illinois, Robert lived a life marked by a deep appreciation for nature, family, and the simple joys of existence.

Robert was a man of the outdoors, finding solace and joy...

Gloria Lagorin

Mar 8, 2024

Gloria was born on July 8,1932 to Esther and Olaf Anderson, in their farmhouse in Sidonia Township, next to Highway 50 outside of Kenmare. Gloria grew up with her sisters, Twila and Violet, helping her parents milk the cows and caring for the animals on the farm. Her family life included her Grandma and Grandpa Westby, who homesteaded close by....

Catherine Jo Cardenas

Mar 8, 2024

Catherine "Cathe" Jo (née. Densmore) Cardenas

Born July 28, 1949 in Columbus, Georgia - died March 8, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by her children and loved ones. Cathe was proceeded in death by the love of her life, Eduardo Cardenas, by her parents, Halmon and Violet (née. Boswell) Densmore, her brother-in-law, John Cardenas, and is survived by her sisters Lucille,...

Rodger Wilson

Mar 7, 2024

Rodger Blaine Wilson (62), of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away on March 7, 2024, surrounded by family. Rodger, known a lot of the time, as "Rodger Dodger," was born to George Laroy Wilson and Reta Jo Wilson, on December 22, 1961, in Hanford, California. Rodger was a talented paint and hardware specialist, starting in his parents' ceramic business, Play n Clay,...