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Barney Baylis Graham

Barney Baylis Graham

Jul 9, 2023

Barney Baylis Graham, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at the age of 77. Born on April 29, 1946, in Pryor, Oklahoma, Barney lived a life filled with adventure and a true love for his surroundings. Throughout his career as a civil superintendent, Barney had the opportunity to travel across the country. His work took him far and wide, allowing...

Jake Benjamin Meeks

Jake Benjamin Meeks

Jul 8, 2023

Jake Benjamin Meeks, of Spavinaw,  a tradesman who spent most of his life in the maintenance industry, passed away on July 8, 2023, at the age of 65. Born on August 2, 1957, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Jake leaves behind a legacy that will forever be cherished. Jake was known for his warm and infectious personality. With a big smile that...

Billy Allen Rhine

Billy Allen Rhine

Jul 5, 2023

Billy Allen Rhine, also known as Bill, passed away on July 5, 2023, in Pryor, Oklahoma. He was born on June 15, 1954, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Bill had a fulfilling life and leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.Bill had a diverse career that showcased his industrious nature and dedication to hard work. He...

Elizabeth D. Cramer

Elizabeth D. Cramer

Jul 2, 2023

Elizabeth D. Cramer, an esteemed educator who dedicated her life to teaching in the Claremore Public School District, passed away on July 2, 2023, at the age of 65. Born on July 24, 1957, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, she leaves behind a legacy of knowledge and compassion. Throughout her extensive career as a teacher, Elizabeth positively impacted the lives of countless students....

Sam Anderson

Sam Anderson

Jun 28, 2023

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Sam Anderson Obituary (2023) - Pryor, Oklahoma (gather.app)

Samuel Delano Anderson of Pensacola, OK passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 28, 2023. Sam lost the love of his life, Martha, less than 6 months ago and since her death prayed daily asking God to...

Paula Kaye Backwater

Paula Kaye Backwater

Jun 27, 2023

Paula Kaye Backwater, 73, of Salina, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in Salina, Oklahoma. Born on May 2, 1950, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Robert and Mildred Middleton. Paula dedicated her life to education and left a profound impact on the lives of countless children.Paula's teaching career spanned an impressive 38 years, with 30 of...

Jeff McCutcheon

Jeff McCutcheon

Jun 25, 2023

Jeffery Scott McCutcheon, known fondly as Jeff, passed away peacefully at his home in Adair, Oklahoma on June 25, 2023. He was born on July 11, 1968, in San Pedro, California to his loving parents, Robert and Pamela McCutcheon.

Jeff was a loyal and committed employee to ABC Supply as a driver, friend, and mentor for many years. Jeff carried...

Michael John Lujan

Michael John Lujan

Jun 25, 2023

Michael John Lujan, also known by many as Taco, 67, of Claremore, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023. He was born in Durango, Colorado to Gilbert and Elidia Lujan but spent most of his life in Claremore with his loving family.Michael served in the United States Air Force for seven years and later went on to work for...

Terry Wayne Epperson

Terry Wayne Epperson

Jun 23, 2023

Terry Wayne Epperson, born on September 16, 1964, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on June 23, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 58.  Throughout his life, Terry dedicated his time and energy to his career at Epperson Painting. As a painting contractor, he brought life and color to countless spaces. Terry's commitment to his work was admirable...

Mary K. Boston

Mary K. Boston

Jun 17, 2023

Mary Katharine Boston, a compassionate educator who dedicated her career to helping young minds succeed, has passed away at the age of 84. She was born on September 28th,1938 in small town Oklahoma to Rex and Katharine Falls. Mary K graduated from Adair High School before earning her master's degree. She later moved to Huntington Beach, California and pursued a...

Karen Jean Rex

Karen Jean Rex

Jun 17, 2023

Karen Jean Rex, 68, of Big Cabin, Oklahoma passed away on June 17, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on October 30, 1954, in Dayton, Ohio to Edward and Deloris (Boyd) McKellar. Karen worked at Wanda and Luther’s Drive-in located in Adair for several years. She was also a dedicated homemaker for most of her life.Karen had an array...

Ted T. Walsh

Ted T. Walsh

Jun 8, 2023

 

Ted Walsh, 94, the son of John and Opal Walsh, was born in Chouteau, Oklahoma on November 15, 1928. He grew up and attended school in Chouteau, graduating in 1947. He and Ethel Couch were married on August 14, 1948. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where Mr. Walsh was employed by Oklahoma Natural Gas Company....

Mary Maxine Evans

Mary Maxine Evans

Jun 7, 2023

Mary Maxine Evans was born in Pryor, Oklahoma on the 3rd of October 1928. She passed into the Lord's hand on June 7th, 2023 at the age of 94 in Hot Springs, Arkansas. She was born 1 of 10 children to Luther and Alice Due of Pryor, Oklahoma.

Maxine was raised in a farming family and often laughed at how...

Marlene Lindhorst

Marlene Lindhorst

Jun 7, 2023

Marlene Lindhorst, 85, a loving and caring woman, known for her delicious baking skills and friendly nature, passed away on June 7, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on October 30th, 1937 in Pryor, Oklahoma to William and Mary Alice Due. Marlene was a proud resident of Mayes County all her life. She worked hard as a Commercial Refrigeration Technician...

George Leon Braswell

George Leon Braswell

Jun 4, 2023

George Leon Braswell, born on September 12, 1946, in Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away on June 04, 2023, in Claremore, Oklahoma. He was a loving husband to Karen Braswell and a devoted father to his three children John Braswell, George Braswell, and Christine Cavins.

George had an outstanding career in the military; he was a Chief Master Sergeant in the Air...

Wanda Jean Sager

Wanda Jean Sager

Jun 3, 2023

Wanda Jean Sager, 77, of Adair, passed away on June 3, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on July 20, 1945, in Vinita, Oklahoma to Clarence and Mildred Surine. Wanda married Luther Sager on August 31, 1974, in Adair, Oklahoma.  She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, aunt and grandmother. Wanda attended Central State University where she...

Betty Arlene McQuaig

Betty Arlene McQuaig

Jun 1, 2023

Betty Arlene McQuaig, age 96 of Pryor, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, June 1st, 2023, at her home. She was born August 31st, 1926, in Mt. Olive, Illinois to John W. Ball and Clara (Paulson) Ball.    Arlene’s family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday, June 6th 2023 starting at 1:00 p.m. in the Shipman’s Funeral Home Chapel in...

Lillian Lynn Buck-Raper

Lillian Lynn Buck-Raper

May 31, 2023

Lillian Lynn Buck-Raper, 54, of Pryor, went to her heavenly home on May 31st, 2023, in Pryor, Oklahoma. Lillian was born on February 5th, 1969, in Claremore, Oklahoma; the daughter of Linda Littledave and Steve and Martha Buck. Lillian attended Kansas Public Schools and made many lifelong friends.  She worked as an elder nutrition cook in Oaks for several years, though...

Rebecca Nell Bridgeman

Rebecca Nell Bridgeman

May 30, 2023

 

Rebecca Nell Bridgeman, passed away in Pryor, Oklahoma on May 28th, 2023 at the age of 69. Rebecca was born on January 4th, 1954 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Hobart and Pauline Morgan. She was the loving wife of Gerald Bridgeman with whom she shared many happy years together. In her professional life, Becky worked as an EKG Supervisor for many years,...

Kent Alan Bergmann

Kent Alan Bergmann

May 29, 2023

Kent Alan Bergmann, 67, of Pryor, passed from this life on Monday, May 29, 2023 in Pryor. He was born in Pryor on January 8, 1956; the son of William Henry Bergmann and Betty Jane (Bradford) Bergmann. Kent graduated with the Pryor High School class of 1974. After high school, he furthered his education at Oklahoma State. Kent had a...

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