Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Pryor, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Obituaries in the Pryor, Mayes County area reflect the community’s diversity and history. They share stories of people from many backgrounds—some leaders, some helpers, all part of what makes Pryor what it is today.
Joe Sid Folsom
Jul 23, 2026
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Patricia Ann Sisemore
Jul 23, 2026
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Chadwick Dean Thompson
Jul 20, 2026
Chadwick Dean Thompson, passed to his heavenly home on July 20, 2026. Chad was born on November 24, 1973, in Baxter Springs, Kansas. He grew up in Miami, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Miami High School in 1992. He later attended Rhema Bible Training College in Broken Arrow, reflecting the faith that would remain an important part of who he...
Kathy Christine Miller
Jul 19, 2026
Kathy C. Miller, 75, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with health issues. Her family finds comfort in knowing she is now at peace in the presence of Jesus.Kathy was born in 1950 to Ronald Lundahl and Patty June Cassady. She was also lovingly raised by her stepfather, Virgil Cassady.She retired from...
Leon Blankenship
Jul 19, 2026
Eddie Leon Blankenship, age 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Chouteau, Oklahoma, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 22, 1938, in Pryor, Oklahoma, to W.J. (Willie) and Madie Mozelle Blankenship. Leon married his beloved wife, Mary Wheeler, on May 10, 1958.
Leon spent most of his life in Chouteau, where he was active in the...
Donyece Mae Smith
Jul 15, 2026
Donyece Mae Smith passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born on May 18, 1945, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Flavel and Theresa (Hall) Baker. Throughout her life, Donyece was known for her kind heart, joyful spirit, and wonderful sense of humor. She loved to laugh, joke with family and friends, and bring smiles...
Shane Michael Montgomery
Jul 14, 2026
Shane Michael Montgomery, 42, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Pryor. He was born on December 3, 1983, to Lloyd Montgomery and Kitty Sue (Pipkin) Montgomery.
Shane worked as a painter for KASKA, LLC for many years, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic. He married Deanna (Taylor) Montgomery, and together they...
George Eldon McCullah
Jul 14, 2026
George Eldon McCullah, 78, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. He was born in Miami, Oklahoma on October 10, 1947, to Walter and Betty (Robison) McCullah.
At a young age George became an avid horse lover and taught himself to be an accomplished horse whisperer.
George graduated from Oklahoma State University with an Ag Ed degree and started on a 25-year...
Darrell Roberts
Jul 14, 2026
Darrell Roberts, 76, of Adair, Oklahoma, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at his home in Adair. He was born on April 7, 1950, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to J.C. Roberts and Anita (Hanes) Roberts. Darrell was a hardworking man whose life was defined by dedication, craftsmanship, service, and a deep love for his family and the simple joys of...
Lou Aline Lewis
Jul 13, 2026
Lou Aline Lewis, age 89, of Salina, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Lou was born on July 29, 1936, in Salina, Oklahoma, to Skake Kingfisher and Peggy (Hungry) Kingfisher. She attended Wyandotte Indian School before graduating from Sequoyah High School with the Class of 1956.
On November 24, 1957, Lou married the love of her life,...
Leotha McKinney
Jul 12, 2026
Leotha Rean McKinney (aka Mom,Grandma, Nanny, Aunt Ophie) was born September 4,1933 in Mayes County. To the late Walter Clinton Holt and Vesta Viola McMillan of Adair. Leotha was the 6th oldest of 11 siblings. Having 6 sisters and 4 brothers. Lela, Melburn, Elvin, Lena, Letha, Leona, Elmer, Lenora, Roxi, and Delmar.
June 14,1951 in Fayetteville, AR, she married the love...
Gustaf "Gus" Adolph Olson, Jr.
Jul 10, 2026
Gustaf Adolph Olson, Jr., lovingly known as Gus, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. He was 85 years old.
Gus was born on December 27, 1940, in Smithville, Ohio, to Gustaf and Pearl Olson. He was raised in Akron, Ohio, near the Goodyear Tire Plant, where he spent many happy hours watching the Goodyear Blimp and...
Mary Lou Graves
Jul 10, 2026
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Mary Lou Graves, 86, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026.
Mary Lou was born on February 18, 1940, in El Paso, Texas, to Jose Flores and Anastasia (Ramirez)...
Vivian Irene Finnell
Jul 9, 2026
Vivian Irene Finnell, age 97, passed away peacefully at her home in Pryor, Oklahoma, on July 9, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1928, in Vinita, Oklahoma, to Ora and Lizzie (Jenkins) Woolman.
Vivian was united in marriage to Vernon Finnell on December 26, 1949, in Big Cabin, Oklahoma. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and love.
A...
Newton Hansel Cunningham
Jul 8, 2026
Newton Hansel Cunningham was born at home in Chouteau, Oklahoma, to Robert and Mary (Broyhill) Cunningham on April 20, 1953. Newton passed away surrounded by the love of his family on July 8, 2026, at his home. He lived in Chouteau his whole life and graduated from Chouteau high school in 1971.
In his early years, Newton worked for Reynolds French...
Marlow Vann Jones
Jul 5, 2026
Marlow Vann Jones, age 95, passed away on July 5, 2026, in Catoosa, Oklahoma. He was born on June 25, 1931, in Pryor, Oklahoma, to Logan Paul Jones and Maurine (Mustain) Jones.
Marlow lived a full life filled with faith, family, music, and hard work. He enjoyed playing the guitar, especially country and bluegrass music, and had a love for gospel...
Faye Packard
Jul 4, 2026
Leona Faye Packard, age 89, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Chouteau, Oklahoma. She was born on September 28, 1936, in Salina, Oklahoma, to Ray and Artie (Grigg) Thornton.
Faye’s mother passed away when she was very young, and she was lovingly raised by her father Ray and wife June (Routh) Thornton. She attended Dragger School for her first...
Winfield Duane Schoolcraft
Jul 4, 2026
Winfield Duane Schoolcraft, age 88, passed away on July 4, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on December 8, 1937, in Oakland, California.
Winfield proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a man who liked to keep busy and enjoyed many interests throughout his life. He loved writing books, enjoyed shooting guns, studying the Bible,...
Kathy Jean Hoskins
Jul 3, 2026
Kathy Jean (Schultz) Hoskins, 67, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in her home on July 3, 2026, surrounded by her family and lots of love.Kathy was born on March 31, 1959, to Truett Clark Schultz and Ester Doris Schultz.Above all else, Kathy loved her family. She treasured every opportunity to gather with those she loved. Kathy enjoyed standing around...
Sonia Lee Epperson
Jun 29, 2026
Sonia Lee (Longmire) Epperson passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, at her home of almost 70 years surrounded by her family, at the age of 89. She was born on March 4, 1937, in Shidler, Oklahoma, to W.H. and Oleta Longmire. She married Bob Epperson on October 20, 1956, and they spent many years together.
Sonia was a loving wife,...
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