Obituaries

Thompson Geebon Gouge, Jr.

Thompson Geebon Gouge, Jr.

Jan 17, 2024

Thompson Geebon Gouge, Jr., lived a life filled with humor, song, and unwavering faith. Born in Lawton, Oklahoma on August 19, 1973, to Lutie Sue (Goombi) Gouge and Thompson Gouge Sr., He passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, surrounded by family in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A man who found joy in every beat of life, Geebon was a graduate of...

Ester Ann (Burgess) Brown

Ester Ann (Burgess) Brown

Jan 14, 2024

Ester Ann (Burgess) Brown, aka Gaga/Grandma, passed from this life on January 14, 2024 in Tulsa Oklahoma at 86 years old. Being born on October 18, 1937, Ester was the first born child to Otis O. and Bernice Opal (Lusk) Kuykendall in the Ryal Community-McIntosh County. Ester grew up in the Ryal/Graham area where she attended Ryal school until the...

Robert Gene Rainwater

Robert Gene Rainwater

Jan 13, 2024

Robert Gene Rainwater, affectionately known as "Cowboy General" to his friends and loved ones, rode off into the sunset on January 13, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on November 4, 1941, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Seaburn and Goldamae (Wood) Rainwater, Robert was a man whose presence was as commanding as the Oklahoma plains he so dearly loved. His...

Linda Jan Mcnew

Linda Jan Mcnew

Jan 12, 2024

Linda Jan McNew passed away on January 12, 2024 in Skiatook, Ok at the age of 79. She was born on February 28, 1944 to Grace Elizabeth (Smith) and Walter "Bud" Jefferson Briscoe in Okmulgee, Ok. She graduated from Okmulgee High School and attended Oklahoma State Technical Institute. She worked at PPG in Henryetta and Tulsa Fordge. She worked at...

Cleta Darlene Arnhart

Cleta Darlene Arnhart

Jan 10, 2024

Cleta Darlene Arnhart, 85, of Hanna, passed away on January 10, 2024, in Norman, OK. Born on July 3, 1938, in Raymondville, TX, Darlene dedicated her life to being a homemaker, finding joy in nurturing her family. A member of the First Baptist Church in Hanna, Darlene's warmth extended beyond her home. She cherished gardening, puzzles, and knitting, reflecting her...

Michael Paul Woods

Michael Paul Woods

Jan 9, 2024

Michael Paul Woods, a father, grandfather, son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 in Henryetta, Oklahoma. He was born on May 11, 1971 in Henryetta. Michael grew up in Weleetka and proudly graduated from Weleetka High School. A family man at his core, Michael inherited the strength and compassion of...

Carliss Ezell Pollard

Carliss Ezell Pollard

Jan 8, 2024

Carliss Ezell Pollard, a cherished family man and respected community member, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 68. Born on April 20, 1955, in Bakersfield, California, Carliss's journey through life was marked by his friendly nature and adventurous spirit. Carliss is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Carol, with whom...

Scott Richard Gillin

Scott Richard Gillin

Jan 8, 2024

Scott Richard Gillin, a devoted husband, loving father, and passionate educator, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, at the age of 48 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on July 2, 1975, in McAlester, Oklahoma, to Charles Russell and Clara Jean (Phifer) Gillin. Scott attended Wilson schools and graduated from Wilson High School in 1993. Continuing his education, Scott...

Richard Earl Ward

Richard Earl Ward

Jan 6, 2024

Richard Earl Ward, 81, a resident of Claremore, Oklahoma passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024 in Claremore, Oklahoma. Born in Henryetta on May 25, 1942, to Flora Lee (Jones) and Felix Ward. Richard was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Lilly Jeffrey, Alice Jones and Claude V. Ward Richard attended Henryetta High School and afterward would enter the...

Antoinette R Dickey

Antoinette R Dickey

Jan 5, 2024

Services are pending for Antoinette R. Dickey, 74 of Henryetta, Oklahoma with Integrity Funeral Service. She passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, in Henryetta, Oklahoma.

Gerald Lynn Shaw

Gerald Lynn Shaw

Jan 5, 2024

Gerald Lynn Shaw, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024, in Hanna, Oklahoma, at the age of 74. Born on October 16, 1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Gerald's life was characterized by dedication, tenacity, and an unwavering love for his family. A skilled laborer, Gerald spent many years with Oklahoma Steel as a...

Terry Allen Jones

Terry Allen Jones

Jan 3, 2024

Terry Allen Jones, a resident of Hoffman - Dewar area passed away Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024 in Tulsa at the age of 66. He was born February 9, 1957 in Henryetta to Thomas Eugene Jones, Sr. and Ruby Pearl (Keith) Jones. Terry was a graduate of Dewar High School and an active member of the Toastmasters. He is preceded in...

Rebecca Ann Lee

Rebecca Ann Lee

Jan 2, 2024

Rebecca Ann Lee, age 75, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Born on September 23, 1948, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter of Samuel and Dimple (Loyd) Lewis. Rebecca's life was characterized by kindness, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to her family and those in need. Rebecca's early years were spent in Henryetta,...

Billy Dean Kelly

Billy Dean Kelly

Dec 30, 2023

Billy "Bill" Kelly, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on December 30, 2023, in Kansas City, MO. Born on April 29, 1950, in Henryetta, OK, Bill's warmth and kindness touched all who knew him throughout his 73 years of life. Bill grew up in a close-knit family and was a proud graduate of Dewar High School....

Danny Monroe Demmitt

Danny Monroe Demmitt

Dec 29, 2023

Danny Monroe Demmitt, December 29th, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on February 24, 1958, in Talequah, Oklahoma, Danny's life was a tapestry of hard work, dedication to family, and a love for the great outdoors. Growing up in the Hanna/Lenna area of Oklahoma, Danny developed a passion for sports during his formative years at Hannah High School where he played...

Garland Ray Foster, Jr.

Garland Ray Foster, Jr.

Dec 29, 2023

Garland Ray Foster, Jr. was born to Garland (Peanut) Foster, Sr. and Dee Whisman Foster on November 11, 1948. He passed from this life on December 29, 2023, at the age of 75. He was a cherished brother to Mike Foster of Morris, Oklahoma. Garland grew up and attended schools in both the Okmulgee and Morris area, graduating from Morris...

John Royce Potter

John Royce Potter

Dec 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of John Royce Potter Okmulgee, Oklahoma - John Royce Potter, age 58, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Tuesday, December 27, 2023, due to heart failure. Born on September 22, 1965, in Lincoln, Illinois, John's journey was one marked by a profound love for life and the connections he built along the way. John's early years in...

Michael Jack Owen

Michael Jack Owen

Dec 23, 2023

Michael Jack Owen, age 46, passed away on December 23, 2023, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Born on November 9, 1977, in Muskogee, Oklahoma to Frances Elaine Owen. A proud graduate of Midway High School in Council Hill, Michael's education laid the foundation for a career characterized by hard work and reliability. He was a welder by trade and currently he worked...

Terry Troglin

Terry Troglin

Dec 22, 2023

Services are pending for Terry Troglin, of Weleetka, Oklahoma with Integrity Funeral Service. He passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Donald Jackson Mccullar

Donald Jackson Mccullar

Dec 20, 2023

Donald Jackson McCullar, age 76, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, in Dewey, Oklahoma. Born on February 24, 1947, in Hitchita, Oklahoma, to the late Henry and Helen Lee (Hale) McCullar, Donald's life was a testament to the values of love, kindness, and family. Donald's journey began in the small town of Hitchita, where he was raised in a...