Obituaries

Larry Gene Brock

Larry Gene Brock

May 30, 2024

Mr. Larry Gene Brock, age 78, of Tullahoma, TN, passed from this life on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at his residence. Mr. Brock was born in Frederick, OK, to his late parents Jackie Lee Brock and Barbara Wilkinson Nesbitt. He loved his home state of Oklahoma and was an avid University of Oklahoma football fan. Mr. Brock was an avid...

Tara Jean Johnson

Tara Jean Johnson

May 28, 2024

Tara Jean Johnson, 51, a resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 in Henryetta, Oklahoma. Tara was born January 3rd, 1973 to Gale (Roberts) and Burman Hershal walker Jr. in Springfield, Missouri. Tara grew up in California, where she attended school. After her school years, Tara married and started her family, who would keep her busy as...

Joie Lou Russell

Joie Lou Russell

May 23, 2024

Joie Lou (Hammontree) Russell, age 80, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at her home in Lowell, IN surrounded by loving family. Joie was born on December 11th, 1943, in Hanna, Oklahoma, to Leo and Lorene (Garrison) Hammontree. Joie was raised in Henryetta and attended Northeastern State University where she earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in Elementary...

Connie Jean Shaver

Connie Jean Shaver

May 22, 2024

Miss Connie Jean Shaver, 69, a resident of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Miss Connie was born January 29th, 1955 in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Grace Lenora (Becker) and Connie Oather Shaver. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Charles Shaver and Larry Shaver. Connie was raised in Wewoka before moving to...

Essie Loretta Archer

Essie Loretta Archer

May 20, 2024

Essie Loretta Archer, a pillar of her community and beloved teacher, passed away on the 20th of May, 2024. Born on the 3rd of December, 1939, in Hoffman, Oklahoma, she lived a life dedicated to family, faith, and education before bidding farewell at the age of 84 in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Essie's life was rich with love and accomplishment. On the...

Stephen Dwayne Whitlock

Stephen Dwayne Whitlock

May 19, 2024

Stephen Dwayne Whitlock, age 71, of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away on May 19, 2024, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Born on May 22, 1952, in Henryetta, to Arthur D. Whitlock & Nancy Jo (McKay) Whitlock, Stephen was a man whose life was characterized by dedication to his country, love for his family, and a passion for the great outdoors. He married the...

Thomas Eli Schnell

Thomas Eli Schnell

May 19, 2024

Thomas Eli Schnell, a resident of Okmulgee, formerly of Ajo, Arizona, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, at the age of 75. He was born on November 11, 1948, in Jacksonville, Florida, to Eli Schnell and Thelma Lorene (Baker) Schnell. He spent most of his life in Ajo, Arizona, working as a Heavy Equipment Operator for...

Wanda Mae Harrison

Wanda Mae Harrison

May 17, 2024

Wanda Mae Harrison, age 91, passed from here to her eternal home with Jesus on Friday, May 17, 2024. Wanda was the 9th child of 11 children, to Eugene and Mabel (Smith) Harrison. Wanda had 7 brothers and 3 sisters. She was the last one to pass away. Wanda was born in Henryetta, Oklahoma and grew up there. She graduated...

Dale Jeanette Wagner

Dale Jeanette Wagner

May 17, 2024

Dale Jeanette Wagner passed away on May 17, 2024, in Henryetta, Oklahoma. Born on November 26, 1932, to Otis and Linnie (Baden) Boyd in Pineville, Louisiana, Dale's life was marked by her love for her family and community. Dale devoted her professional life to the profession of nursing providing comfort and healing. Her contributions extended beyond her work, as she...

Rev. Carl Wesley Vanmeter

Rev. Carl Wesley Vanmeter

May 15, 2024

Brother Carl Wesley VanMeter, a steadfast servant of Jesus Christ and a resident of rural Weleetka, peacefully entered eternal rest on May 15, 2024, in Henryetta, OK, at the age of 91. Born on Tuesday, November 29, 1932, in Checotah, OK, to devoted parents Dave VanMeter and Bessie (Emberson) VanMeter. In his youth, Carl courageously served in the United States...

Harry Carmalo Gripado

Harry Carmalo Gripado

May 13, 2024

Harry Carmillo Gripado passed away on Saturday May 11th, 2024 in Henryetta, Oklahoma. He was born to his parents Carl Gripado and Thelma Arlene Gripado (Jones) on May 10th, 1945. During his lifetime, he served in the Navy reserves and also worked for Lucent Technologies Fiber Optics. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Nora (Price) Gripado, four...

Carlton Lee Dodge

Carlton Lee Dodge

May 13, 2024

Carlton Lee Dodge, a cherished family man and respected member of the Dewar community, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on August 25, 1940, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, Carlton's life was a testament to his loving nature, keen sense of humor, and friendly demeanor that touched everyone he met. Carlton's journey began as the...

Anthony Shawn Lasarge

Anthony Shawn Lasarge

May 11, 2024

Anthony Shawn LaSarge, 45, a resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, May 11th in Henryetta, Oklahoma. Anthony was born February 14th, 1979 to Cherrie Frances (Buckhorn) and Daniel Wayne LaSarge in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Anthony is preceded in death by his parents, Cherrie and Daniel LaSarge, maternal grandparents, Wadie and Caroline Buckhorn, aunt Brenda LaSarge, and uncles Butch LaSarge and...

Charles Everett Rogers

Charles Everett Rogers

May 11, 2024

Charles Everett Rogers, 70 of Henryetta, Oklahoma passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. He was born on February 26,1954 in Bellingham, Washington to Everett and Jessie Pearl (Peace) Rogers. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to Integrity Funeral Service, 410 East Trudgeon Street, Henryetta,...

Alyssa Nicole Raley

Alyssa Nicole Raley

May 9, 2024

Alyssa Nicole Raley, a beacon of joy and love, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on February 22, 1993, in Pawnee, Oklahoma, Alyssa was the cherished daughter of Darryl and Anita (Hubbs) Raley of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and was a source of constant pride and happiness for her entire family. Alyssa's life was a...

Craig Alan Churchill

Craig Alan Churchill

May 6, 2024

In Loving Memory of Craig Alan Churchill Craig Alan Churchill passed away on May 6, 2024, at his home in Henryetta, Oklahoma surrounded by his beloved wife and children. Craig lived his life devoted to his faith, family, and community, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and laughter. Born on September 28, 1966, in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Harvey Alan...

Denny Hold

Denny Hold

Apr 28, 2024

Michael Denny Hold, affectionately known as Denny, long time resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma, left this world peacefully on April 28, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on July 31, 1941, in Tulsa, to Frankie S. and Juanita Marilyn (Watson) Hold. Denny's life was marked by a steadfast dedication to his loved ones and his community. Denny's educational journey began at Henryetta...

James Russell Lee

James Russell Lee

Apr 23, 2024

James Russel Lee, 83 of Weleetka, Oklahoma passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Weleetka, Oklahoma. He was born on February 11, 1941 in Lockesburg, Arkansas to Buster Augustus and Mamie (Richardson) Lee. Services are pending and will be announced as soon as they become available. Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to Integrity Funeral Service, 410 East...

Jerry Dean Mcafee

Jerry Dean Mcafee

Apr 21, 2024

Jerry Dean McAfee was born on December 3, 1947, in Pauls Valley, OK to Buster and Violet McAfee. He passed away peacefully at home on April 21, 2024. Growing up in Henryetta, Jerry attended Henryetta Public Schools and graduated in 1966. Jerry was a gifted athlete, lettering in three sports: baseball, basketball, and football. After high school Jerry attended...

Guy Sylvester Rader, Jr.

Guy Sylvester Rader, Jr.

Apr 19, 2024

Guy Sylvester Rader, Jr., 85, a resident of Henryetta, Oklahoma passed away Friday, April 19th, 2024 i Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Guy was born July 8th, 1938 in Joplin, Missouri to Edna (Smith) and Guy Sylvester Rader Sr. Guy is preceded in death by his wife Emily Fay, son, Richard Lee Rader and sister, Clara Denise White, and granddaughter, Shelby Lee Rader....