Obituaries

Betty Pearl Hawkins

Betty Pearl Hawkins

Jan 25, 2025

Betty Pearl Hawkins, a cherished matriarch, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Wagoner, Oklahoma, at the age of 92. Born on December 2, 1932, in Markley, Texas, Betty lived a life brimming with cherished memories and irreplaceable moments.

She married Lowell D. Hawkins Sr. on October 10, 1950, at the tender age of 17. Their union exemplified love and...

Johnny Lee Fine

Johnny Lee Fine

Jan 25, 2025

Johnny Lee Fine, 68, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on January 25, 2025. Born on August 28, 1956, in Pryor, Oklahoma, Johnny spent most of his life working as a bricklayer, a trade he took great pride in. Johnny had a deep love for the outdoors, spending countless hours hunting and snagging. He enjoyed road trips, driving all over the...

Alan Scott Farris

Alan Scott Farris

Jan 24, 2025

Alan Scott Farris, born on October 2, 1961, in Port Hueneme, California, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 63. He leaves behind a legacy infused with love, laughter, and a spirit of adventure that will be cherished by his family and friends.

Alan's passions were deeply rooted in the outdoors, where he found...

Irene Coblentz

Irene Coblentz

Jan 24, 2025

Irene Coblentz, 94, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born in 1930, Irene lived a long and fulfilling life surrounded by her loving family and cherished friends. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially going out to eat, with Country Cottage being one of her favorite spots. She also had a...

Wilma Jean Hooper

Wilma Jean Hooper

Jan 23, 2025

Wilma Jean Hooper age 90, of Pryor went to be with her Lord and Savior at 2:44 a.m. Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the Bailey Medical Center in Owasso.

Jeanie was born January 18, 1935, in Pryor, Oklahoma to Edgar and Viola (Falling) Hamilton. Jeanie grew up and received her education in Pryor where she graduated in 1953. Jeanie married Ray...

Shannon Malone

Shannon Malone

Jan 22, 2025

Shannon Malone, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 50. Born on September 25, 1974, in De Witt, Arkansas, Shannon brought joy and laughter into the lives of everyone around him. 

Shannon was known for his great sense of humor and his knack for pulling a...

Louetta Renee Chidester

Louetta Renee Chidester

Jan 20, 2025

Louetta Renee Chidester, born on May 24, 1978, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, departed this life on Monday, January 20, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 46. She was a beloved mother, sister, daughter, Mimi, and friend, cherished by all who knew her. She married Robert Chidester on December 2, 2005, and they spent many wonderful years together before his...

Bryce Alan Benshoof

Bryce Alan Benshoof

Jan 19, 2025

Bryce Alan Benshoof, 32, of Chouteau, Oklahoma, left this world far too soon on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born on March 15, 1992, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Bryce was known for living life with an adventurous spirit, a heart full of love, and a laugh that could light up any room. Bryce’s true passions were rooted in the outdoors. Whether he...

Delmer "Gene" Eugene McKinney

Delmer "Gene" Eugene McKinney

Jan 16, 2025

Delmer "Gene" Eugene McKinney, born on May 10, 1936, in Adair, Oklahoma, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, in Claremore, Oklahoma. Gene lived a life marked by dedication, service, and the love of family.

He proudly served in the United States Army, where he built an admirable career, ultimately retiring as a staff sergeant after twenty years of committed service....

Jeanette Delane Morrow

Jeanette Delane Morrow

Jan 12, 2025

Jeanette Delane Morrow, born on October 14, 1962, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Spavinaw, Oklahoma. She was a beloved member of her family and all who knew her. 

Jeanette was a dedicated mother, cherished by her children. She is survived by her son, Jerrod Paden, and her daughters, Maggie Paden and Jeffrey Ingle, Bridgette Morrow...

Buford Lee Ware

Buford Lee Ware

Jan 12, 2025

Buford Lee Ware, 90, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on January 12, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1934, in Omaha, Arkansas, and lived a life full of love, devotion, and simple joys. Buford married the love of his life, Gail Ware, on August 13, 1955, and together they built a beautiful life and family. A Christian man with...

Dora Rita Bradford

Dora Rita Bradford

Jan 10, 2025

She was born Dora Rita Mouse on February 6, 1933, in the Wickliffe area of Mayes County, Oklahoma, and passed away on January 10, 2025, at her home in Spavinaw, Oklahoma, at the age of 91.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Tom Bradford Sr., her parents John Mouse and Jane Cabbagehead Six, siblings Eva Chancellor, Tony Mouse, Louie...

Theodore H. Brown

Theodore H. Brown

Jan 9, 2025

Theodore H. Brown, 89, of Salina, Oklahoma, passed away on January 9, 2025, in Tulsa. Born on May 28, 1935, in Salina, Theodore lived a life full of adventure, hard work, and cherished memories. A dedicated pipeliner, Theodore was a proud member of the Pipeliners Union 798 for nearly 68 years. His work took him around the world, allowing him...

Darrell "Doug" Jefferson Casey

Darrell "Doug" Jefferson Casey

Jan 8, 2025

Darrell "Doug" Jefferson Casey, born on December 2, 1952, in Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was 72 years old at the time of his death, leaving behind a legacy marked by both his professional achievements and personal passions.

Doug devoted most of his life to his career an electrical engineer, where he contributed...

Maxine Crawford

Maxine Crawford

Jan 7, 2025

Please click on the link below to view the funeral service for Maxine via livestreaming. The link will be viewable approximately 10 minutes before the service start time.

Maxine's Funeral Service 

Ruby Maxine Crawford, departed from this earth on January 7, 2025. Surrounded by family throughout the last days of her life, she went peacefully to be with the Lord at the...

Hennry Charles Noyes

Hennry Charles Noyes

Jan 5, 2025

Hennry Charles Noyes, 39, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at his home. He was born to Henry Noyes and Melina (Hutchison) Large in Dallas, Texas, on August 21, 1985.

Hennry was a loving husband, father, and brother, and a man of many talents. He was a skilled carpenter and enjoyed working with his hands, but what...

James "Jim" Lee Hinkle

James "Jim" Lee Hinkle

Jan 5, 2025

James “Jim” Lee Hinkle, 85, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025. Born on May 27, 1939, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Jim lived a life filled with love, faith, and devotion to his family. Jim was married to the love of his life, Cleta (Greenwood) Hinkle on December 18, 1956, and together, shared 68 wonderful years of marriage....

Barbara Ann Johnson

Barbara Ann Johnson

Jan 5, 2025

Barbara Ann Johnson, 88, of Chouteau, passed away peacefully at her home on January 5, 2025. Born in May 1936, Barbara lived a life full of love, family, and cherished memories. In August 1985, she married the love of her life, Earnie Johnson, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Together, they built a beautiful life, creating a home filled with love and laughter....

Ronald Joe Gilliland

Ronald Joe Gilliland

Jan 4, 2025

Ronald (Ronnie) Joe Gilliland, 79, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away at his home on January 4, 2025. He was born on May 25, 1945, to Frank and Maxine (Johnson) Gilliland, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Ronnie served several years in the United States Army as a dedicated staff sergeant and was a Vietnam Veteran. He later worked in the oil field as...

Crystal (El-we) Lynn Proctor

Crystal (El-we) Lynn Proctor

Jan 4, 2025

Crystal Lynn Proctor (El-we), 46, of Kenwood, Oklahoma, passed away on January 4, 2025. Born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1978, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Crystal was a loving and vibrant soul who cherished the simple joys of life and the warmth of family. Crystal found happiness in spending time with her loved ones, often bringing everyone together through her love...