Jimmy Dale Rush
Oct 8, 2024
Jimmy Dale Rush, a cherished member of the Pryor community, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on January 13, 1942, Jimmy dedicated much of his life to serving and protecting the people of Mayes County, making an indelible mark on the hearts of those encountered throughout his career. His journey in law enforcement...
Scott Joseph Harrison
Oct 6, 2024
Scott Joseph Harrison, born on November 1, 1967, in St. Joseph, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 56. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and an infectious sense of humor that touched the lives of all who knew him.
Scott was a man with a wonderful spirit even in the...
Edward Elton Giles
Oct 6, 2024
Edward Elton Giles, a beloved husband, father, educator, and friend, was called home on October 6, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on May 15, 1932, Ed’s journey through life was filled with love, dedication, and a deep appreciation for the world around him. On May 22, 1962, Ed married his dear wife Bettye at the Methodist church in...
Freddy "Butch" Gene Kerns
Oct 3, 2024
Freddy "Butch" Gene Kerns, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at his home, at the age of 70. He was born on September 22, 1954, in Henryetta, Oklahoma to Fred and June (Burns) Kerns.
He graduated from Jay High School in 1973. Butch was exceptionally proud of his accomplishments, notably building the Salina Highbanks...
Nancy Ellen Lott
Oct 1, 2024
Nancy Ellen Young, 73, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She resided at York Manor Nursing Home in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Nancy grew up in Virginia Beach, VA, graduating from Kellam High School and attending Old Dominion University. Nancy was employed by Sears at Pembroke Mall in the sewing department. She was predeceased by her parents, Gustaf...
Jay Dee Young
Oct 1, 2024
Jay Dee Young, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Pryor, Oklahoma, at the age of 68. Born on January 30, 1956, in Joplin, Missouri, Jay embodied kindness and generosity, touching the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jay was outgoing and friendly, never meeting a stranger. His infectious...
John K. Cass
Sep 27, 2024
John Kimberly Cass passed away on September 27, 2024, at his home in Bernice, Oklahoma. He was born on April 27, 1950, in Shreveport, Louisiana at Barksdale Air Force Base.
He attended Derby High School in Derby, Kansas, from which he graduated in 1969. John spent four years with the U.S. Air Force, and worked more than 30 years as a...
Verle Lynn Bartgis
Sep 26, 2024
At 80 years old, Verle Lynn Bartgis, passed away in Stockton, Missouri on Thursday September 26th. Lynn was born on January 26, 1944, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Verle Morton Bartgis and Norma Jean (Crenshaw) Bartgis. He experienced many successes in his lifetime starting with football in high school. This led to an opportunity to play the sport on a...
Cord Colwell
Sep 25, 2024
Cord Colwell, 56, a beloved husband, father, papa, great papa, and friend passed away on September 25, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on May 22,1968, in Oklahoma City and spent his life embodying the values of love and kindness that touched everyone who knew him. Cord dedicated many years to working with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, where...
Thurman Clay Hibbard
Sep 22, 2024
Thurman Clay Hibbard, 92, born on June 6, 1932, passed away on September 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy marked by dedication, faith, and love. Thurman's life was a tapestry woven with a deep commitment to his community and an unwavering bond with his family, particularly with his beloved wife, Loretta Jones. Their love story began on January 31, 1953,...
Tommy Walter Lewis
Sep 20, 2024
Tommy Walter Lewis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Born on April 30, 1940, in Krebs, Oklahoma, Tommy lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family and the outdoors.
Tommy dedicated his life to working as an electrician, a profession not only showcased...
Lowell "Jake" L. Wiseman
Sep 19, 2024
After high school, Jake left the farm and volunteered for the Army in 1942. He graduated from pilot training on June 27, 1944, and separated from the Army Air Corps at the end of World War II in October 1945. Jake then attended the University of Illinois, earning a bachelor’s degree in 1948 and a master’s degree in 1950. Not...
Robert Lee Cox
Sep 16, 2024
Robert Lee Cox, 68, born on October 6, 1955, left this world on September 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy filled with passion, dedication, and the love of the great outdoors. He was not just a mechanic by trade, but a craftsman whose hands tirelessly worked to bring life back into engines, both large and small. Throughout his life, Robert...
Kenneth "Tump" Aden Benham
Sep 16, 2024
Kenneth "Tump" Aden Benham, born in Salina Oklahoma on March 4, 1938, left this world on September 16, 2024, in Vinita, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy woven from love, laughter, and a profound appreciation for life's simplest joys. Tump was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Reba Willis, whom he married on September 6, 1958. Their enduring partnership was...
Kathleen "Kathy" Gail Peters
Sep 15, 2024
Kathy was a loving wife and one proud mom. She loved telling anyone who would listen exactly how proud she was of Audra and all her accomplishments. She loved being a fur mom to Hank and fur Nana to Lucy, but she would always talk about her Lucy Lou.A talented and avid card maker and scrapbooker, Kathy enjoyed scrapbook retreats...
Jon L Vaughn
Sep 13, 2024
Jon L Vaughn, born on August 17, 1962, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 62. He was a cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend, whose warmth and humor left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Jon is survived by his beloved wife, Tammy Vaughn, of the home; sons,...
Wesley Ray Kirby
Sep 13, 2024
Wesley Ray Kirby, a beloved family member, was born on October 30, 1969, in Visalia, California. He departed this life on Friday, September 13, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, adventure, and cherished memories.
Wesley devoted over 20 years of his career to the Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation, and later contributed his dedication to American Castings. His...
Darell Lee Blizzard
Sep 11, 2024
Darell Lee Blizzard was born November 26, 1948, in Fairland, Oklahoma. He departed this life on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. He had a heart attack while relaxing at home with his beloved wife, Kathy.
Darell attended school in Miami, Oklahoma through the 11th grade and graduated from Grove High School with the class of 1967. He furthered his education at NEO...
David Thomas Scott
Sep 11, 2024
David Thomas Scott, born on January 22, 1962, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away in Spavinaw, Oklahoma, on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at his home, where he lived with his sister Ti and his niece Claudette. A man of great humor and an unwavering positive attitude, David was cherished for his ability to bring joy and ease to those around him....
Mary Allyne Martin
Sep 8, 2024
Mary Allyne Martin, born on January 31, 1945, in Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was a beloved cook at Sertoma for many years, where her dedication to her work was matched only by her enthusiasm for visiting coworkers and patrons alike. Mary brought joy to those around her with her loving and...
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