Obituaries

Pauline Casselman Barnett

Pauline Casselman Barnett

May 26, 2025

Pauline Casselman Barnett, a lifetime resident of Dewar passed away Monday, May 26th, 2025 in Henryetta at the age of 86. She was born January 7, 1939 in Henryetta to Paul Creed Casselman and Violet Viola (Waddell) Casselman.

She was a longtime member of Dewar First Baptist Church. Pauline spread cheer everywhere she went and had a very positive attitude toward...

Rita Lynne Casey

Rita Lynne Casey

May 21, 2025

Rita Lynne Casey, 75, of Morris, Oklahoma, passed away on May 21st, 2025, in Columbia City, Oregon. Born on April 7, 1950, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to Shirl and Betty Davis, Rita lived a life filled with love, creativity, and generosity.

A proud graduate of Henryetta High School's Class of 1968, Rita played the trumpet in the school's renowned 100-piece marching band....

Thomas Patrick Lewis

Thomas Patrick Lewis

May 21, 2025

Thomas Patrick Lewis, a resident of Dustin, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025 in Dustin, OK at the age of 39. He was born December 10, 1985 in Ada, OK to Jerry Lewis & Beverly (Sullivan) Lewis.

He was a citizen of the Muscogee nation and belonged to the Thlopthlocco Tribal Town.

Thomas grew up in Tulsa. As a young boy,...

Cindy LeAnn McIntosh

Cindy LeAnn McIntosh

May 21, 2025

A deeply loved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. A deeply rooted Creek Native, an amazing cook, a writer, a poet, a soulful reader, a comedian, a dancer, a singer, a world traveler, a gardener, a warrior. Cindy LeAnn McIntosh, 59, of Checotah, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on May 21, 2025. Cindy bravely and fiercely walked...

Freddie Ray Chastain

Freddie Ray Chastain

May 21, 2025

Freddie Ray Chastain, a longtime resident of Beggs, Oklahoma, passed away on May 21, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on June 18, 1951, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to Fred Leroy Chastain and Gladys (Holt) Chastain.

Freddie attended Calvary Baptist Church. He retired from Anchor Glass after many years of service as a cullet handler and utility worker. Throughout...

Janice Kay Peters

Janice Kay Peters

May 20, 2025

Janice Kay Peters, a beloved resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 78.

Janice was born on April 8, 1947, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Albert L. Natwick and Halcyon (Fulcher).

Throughout her life, Janice was known for her strong work ethic and compassionate spirit. In the 1980s, she worked for...

Deborah "Debbie" Rae Benton

Deborah "Debbie" Rae Benton

May 18, 2025

Deborah Rae Benton, 69, a resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, May 18th, 2025 in Plano, Texas. Deborah was born September 24th, 1955 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Alberta Vinola (Gruber) and William Thomas Johnson.

Debbie was always on the go, she was usually three steps ahead of you, compassionate and never stopped smiling- She lit up a room. She enjoyed...

Michael John Dowling

Michael John Dowling

May 17, 2025

Michael John Dowling, 36, a resident of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, May 17th, 2025 in Okemah, Oklahoma. Michael was born August 29th, 1988 in Ada, Oklahoma.

Michael John Dowling was born in Ada, OK on August 29th, 1988 to Charlie and Evelyn

Dowling. He was raised in Eufaula, OK. Michael had 5 siblings, Vanessa Timothy, Marissa

Lewis, Charlie Dowling Jr...

Charles Edward McCormack II

Charles Edward McCormack II

May 15, 2025

Charles Edward "Ed" McCormack, II, 56, passed away Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at his home in Okmulgee, Oklahoma after a long battle with cancer.. Charles was born November 13th, 1968 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Peggy (Pinkston) and Charles Edward McCormack.

Charles is survived by his wife Lana of the home, children, Ceria Wallace of Dewar, Angel Wallace of Dewar, Amanda Wallace,...

Betty Jean (Owen) Patterson

Betty Jean (Owen) Patterson

May 15, 2025

Services are pending for Betty Jean Patterson, 78 of rural Henryetta, Oklahoma with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Henryetta, Oklahoma.

Barbara Ann House

Barbara Ann House

May 10, 2025

Barbara Ann (Tunnell) House, a resident of Henryetta passed away Saturday, May 10th, 2025 in Henryetta at the age of 77. She was born November 21st, 1947 in Henryetta to Herman Lee Tunnell and Mary Louise (Britt) Tunnell.

Her education years were at both, Dewar and Henryetta public schools. She married Jerry House, Sr. July 27, 1965 in Henryetta. She worked...

Cinderella Smith

Cinderella Smith

May 9, 2025

Cinderella Smith, 86, a resident of Weleetka, Oklahoma passed away Friday, May 9th, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Cinderella was born January 2nd, 1939 in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Annie (Fields) and Jay Haynes.

Our loving mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend had a heart of gold. If you knew Cinderella, you would agree-she loved everyone she met, and everyone loved her in...

Bion Blane Callaway

Bion Blane Callaway

May 5, 2025

Bion Blane Callaway. age 62, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, May 5th 2025. He was born on April 12th, 1963 to his parents, Bion Eugene Callaway and Rita Dowdy (Boyd). A proud veteran of the United States Army, he served his country with honor and continued to serve his community as a dedicated line worker at Tyson Foods...

Donald Charles Carlton

Donald Charles Carlton

May 3, 2025

Donald Charles Carlton, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, at the age of 92. Born on April 23, 1933, in Fresno, California, to Melvin and Mary (Guzzi) Carlton, Donald lived a life filled with passion, creativity, and service.

Donald's commitment to his country was evident in his service with the...

Joe Billy Dwiggins

Joe Billy Dwiggins

May 3, 2025

Joe Billy Dwiggins, a resident of rural Weleetka passed away May 3, 2025 at his home. He was born March 22, 1935 in Parker, Oklahoma to Willie Dwiggins and Ellie Rose (Waters) Dwiggins. He married Joy Ennis December 20, 1952 in Coalgate, Oklahoma. He worked mainly as a rancher, but also had worked at Eagle Picher Smelter until its closing,...

Regina Lee Forsythe

Regina Lee Forsythe

Apr 30, 2025

Regina Lee Forsythe was born March 1, 1954 to Carroll and Doris McLoud. Regina was the oldest of two children. She is survived by her brother Carroll McLoud Jr. (brother) and his wife Sherry of Weleetka.

The family had moved to Weleetka when she was in the second grade and she graduated from there in 1972. She married the love...

Inez Carson Cravens

Inez Carson Cravens

Apr 20, 2025

Inez Cravens (Carson), age 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025, in McAlester, Oklahoma. Born on January 29, 1929, in Hitchita, Oklahoma, Inez was the daughter of Myrtle A. (Dillie) and William Earl Carson.

Throughout her life, Inez was known for her dedication and steady presence, spending the majority of her career working in dispatch. Beyond her professional life,...

Ronnie Lewis

Ronnie Lewis

Apr 13, 2025

Ronnie Lewis, 67, a longtime resident of Salem Community, Henryetta, went to his

eternal resting place on April 13, 2025. He was born in Los Angeles, California, on July 7, 1957,

to David and Lillie Lewis. Ronnie had a servant's heart and was known by the community as a

giving, friendly and kind person. He would always lend a helping...

Kenneth Jan Billbe

Kenneth Jan Billbe

Apr 8, 2025

Kenneth Jan Billbe, a resident of Wilson Community passed away April 8, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. He was born February 18th, 1939 to Lee Booth Billbe and Mary Estola (Lane) Billbe.

He married Betty Alexander January 18, 1979 at Weleetka First Baptist Church. Kenneth was a man of many talents, he retired from Anchor Glass company in 2001...

Avalynn Lorane Cantrell

Avalynn Lorane Cantrell

Mar 31, 2025

Avalynn Lorane Cantrell, a resident of Jenks, formerly a resident of Henryetta, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, in Tulsa, OK, at the age of 18. She was born August 13, 2006, in Okmulgee, OK, to Jared Ellis and Angel Lynn Ellis.

Avalynn is a proud citizen of the Muscogee Nation who was known for her fierce competitive spirit. She loved...