Sep 24, 2024

69 years old of McLoud, Oklahoma, passed away on September 24, 2024. This was one year, nine months, and twenty-one days after suffering a stroke to her brainstem which left her in a “locked in” state of unconsciousness. With her oldest daughter faithfully devoted to her care, Terri defied most odds; her organs held strong while her body remained wound...

Sep 22, 2024

Bobby Joe McNew, 82, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on September 22, 2024. He was born on January 16, 1942, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to William Ottie and Edith Lanell (Gilkinson) McNew.

Bob graduated from Bethel High School in 1960. While in high school, he met Jeraleen Henson, and they wed in October of 1960. They were blessed with three children,...

Sep 14, 2024

Dorothy June Bright of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on September 14, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born in Shawnee on December 28, 1942 and was raised by her loving parents Warren and Ethel Neal. She worked at Hamburger King in Shawnee for 13 years.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; son, Billy Don Bright; brother, Warren...

Sep 13, 2024

Dena Lavon Fields was born on January 30, 1963. She had a deep passion for caring for animals and Star Wars. During her life, she was an exceptionally hard worker and cared deeply for her family and loved ones. In her life’s later years, she was very dedicated to serving God through her fierce love of animals and extreme caring...

Sep 11, 2024

Becky Jean Bevins, our beloved mother, grandmother, wife, aunt, sister, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024. She was born September 7, 1959, in Temple, Texas, but lived in Shawnee, Oklahoma, most of her life.

Becky was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Hildreth; parents, Gene Martindale and Lois Mosley; brothers: Dale Cunningham, Stephen Bishop and Phillip...

Sep 11, 2024

Mark Wesley Higgins, 53, of Harjo, Oklahoma, passed away on September 11, 2024, in Midwest City, Oklahoma, after a battle of only 23 days with blood clots, strokes, and metastatic cancer. Mark was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, on January 15, 1971, to Essie Weins and Bennie Higgins.

In 1975, Mark’s sister, Gina, was born. He loved her dearly and always looked...

Aug 22, 2024

Bryan Lee Berry, 66, of Byhalia, Mississippi, passed away on August 22, 2024, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He was born in Huntington Park, California, on June 17, 1958, to Leroy Berry and Sue (Middleton) Berry.

Bryan was the eldest child with two younger brothers and one sister. He moved to Oklahoma where he graduated from Noble High School in 1976. Shortly thereafter,...

Aug 15, 2024

Robert Claud Eitel (Pops), age 71, of Choctaw, Oklahoma, passed away on August 15, 2024, after a long battle with non-alcoholic cirrhosis. He was born in El Reno, Oklahoma, on December 18, 1952, to Claud Holman Eitel and Pearl Rose (Love) Eitel.

Robert graduated from Del City High School in 1972. He met Ann Turk in 1973 and they wed in...

Aug 15, 2024

Barbara Ann Mundt, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma, passed away August 15, 2024, at the age of 73. She was born in Stilwell, Oklahoma, on November 6, 1950, to Henry Calvin Milligan and Gladys Jesse (Jonston) Milligan.

Barbara worked as a waitress for 60 years. She had worked for various restaurants to include Denny’s Restaurant and Harley’s Café in Choctaw, Oklahoma, the last...

Aug 14, 2024

David Keith Reed went to his Heavenly Home on August 14, 2024, shortly after a diagnosis of cancer. He was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, on April 4, 1965, to George Reed and Betty (Sanders) Reed.

David attended Shawnee Public Schools. He was hearing impaired as a child, but still managed to live life to the fullest, his way. He resided in...

Aug 9, 2024

William David Graves, age 61, of McLoud, Oklahoma, passed away August 9, 2024. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on November 10, 1962, to Willis Clarence Graves and Rhoda Mary Ezzell.

In June of 1980, William graduated from Borizon High School in Corona, California. He attended college for a while and studied mechanics. He started working at the young age of...

Aug 4, 2024

Aug 3, 2024

Fifty pounds of Roma tomatoes, three cups salt, three cups crushed red chili pepper, and ten fresh jalapeños.

Harvey was frequently asked for Amigo’s salsa recipe in public. Most were expecting a more manageable portion, so he was always delighted to see the look on their faces when he went into a commercial sized recipe. Humor, sarcasm, and a quick wit...

Aug 2, 2024

Willa K. Rogers Hawke was born in Winfield, Kansas, on January 27, 1936. She passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 88.

Willa lived her early childhood in Kansas, until her family moved to Edmond, Oklahoma, where she completed high school. She retired from numerous Civil Service administrative positions.

Willa was a Cat Fanciers Association Judge for over 50...

Jul 31, 2024

Paul Magerkurth, 74, a native of Bartlesville, Oklahoma passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, in Norman, Ok surrounded by family and friends. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to family and friends.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife Terri of 46 years, son Andrew (Kristen), and his two cherished grandchildren, Harper and Oliver, sisters-in-law Donna...

Jul 31, 2024

Myrna Karen Colliver of Guthrie, Oklahoma, passed away July 31, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Shasta, California, on December 10, 1942, to Jim Belt and Goldie (Jones) Belt.

Myrna loved to sing. Her secret desire was to become a singer/songwriter. She studied some writing in college, but decided making a family and raising her kids...

Jul 29, 2024

Jimmy Dale Ramsey, of Harrah, Oklahoma, went to his heavenly home July 29, 2024. He was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on July 15, 1946, to James George Ramsey and Verna (Higgins) Ramsey.

After high school, Jimmy studied at Central State University for a couple of years before he served his country in the United States Navy. After his military service,...

Jul 27, 2024

Jul 27, 2024

Kimberly Dawn Roper, 63, of Noble, Oklahoma, gained her wings on July 27, 2024. Kim was born in Huntington Beach, California, on May 1, 1961, to Troy Reece and Nancy (Dickerson) Reece. 

Kimberly went to McLoud High School, graduation class of 1979, where she met her first husband, Donnie Roper. They were married for 20 years and had one daughter, Crystal...

Jul 22, 2024

Our family is saddened to announce the passing of Nicholas Carl Lee on July 22, 2024, in Sparks, Oklahoma. He was born on March 29, 1980, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Gary Lee and Myra (Clovis) Lee.

Nicholas was a long-time welder for the railroad. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by many.

Nicholas was preceded in death by...