Linda Kay Twist
May 15, 2024
Linda Kay Twist went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 15th , 2024. Born on July 14th,1944 to Eula Mae Lentz and Frank Lentz, Linda spent the majority of her life in Tulsa. She was a Tulsa girl whose love for music landed her first job at Bill T’s Record Store. After graduating from Central...
Norma J. Hammond
May 15, 2024
Norma J. Hammond, born on December 8, 1946, in Lansing, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Big Cabin, Oklahoma, at the age of 77. Norma was well known for her generosity and kind heart. She had a reputation for being selfless, always willing to help others in need. Her warm spirit touched the lives of many, and...
Robert Eugene Cantey
May 14, 2024
Robert Eugene Cantey, 70, a dedicated machinist for many years, co-owner of Dora Buck Deer Farm, and an avid outdoorsman, passed away on May 14, 2024, in Pryor, Oklahoma. He was born on November 11, 1953, in Richmond, California. Robert found joy and fulfillment in various activities such as fishing, hunting, golfing, watching NASCAR races, and spending time outdoors cultivating...
Donald Gene Edmiston
May 12, 2024
Donald "Tuffy" Gene Edmiston, a loving father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away on May 12, 2024, in Pryor, Oklahoma. He was born on November 2, 1950, in Salina, Oklahoma to Judith Ann Springer. Raised by his loving grandparents Paul and Lucy Springer, he attended school in both Sand Springs and Salina, graduating with the Salina High School class of...
Jane Pinneke
May 11, 2024
Dessie Jane Pinneke, a loving homemaker who found joy in the simple pleasures of life, passed away on May 11, 2024. She was born on July 19, 1942, Jane dedicated her days to creating a warm and welcoming home for her family. In her early years, Jane married the love of her life, Paul Richard Pinneke, at the young age...
Varita Williamson
May 11, 2024
Varita Williamson, a beloved wife and dedicated homemaker, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 11, 2024 surrounded by her husband, sons, and grandchildren. She was born in Los Angeles, California on September 22, 1940. Varita's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family. She spent her days tending to them with love and care, embodying the...
Mark Proctor
May 10, 2024
Mark Proctor, a man known for his warm heart and infectious humor, passed away on May 10, 2024, in Pryor. He was born on March 9, 1968, in Claremore, Oklahoma, and throughout his life, he brought joy and laughter to all who knew him. Mark dedicated numerous years of his life to working in various plants, where his hard work...
Doris A. Heathcott
May 10, 2024
Doris A. Heathcott, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Friday, May 10,2024, in Chouteau, Oklahoma, at the age of 81. She was born on August 3, 1942, in Hattieville Arkansas, to Marshall and Gertrude (Anderson) Tucker. Doris dedicated her life to her family and her work. For five decades, she stood by her husband's side owning the Standard...
Abel Joseph Gonzales
May 8, 2024
There are no formal services planned for Abel at this time. To leave a personal message, please visit his guest book at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shipman's Funeral & Cremation Service of Pryor.
Billy Dale Johnson
May 7, 2024
Billy Dale Johnson, a devoted father, veteran, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Billy was born on November 2, 1935, in Vinita, Oklahoma, to Joe and Opal (Richards) Johnson. Throughout his life, Billy touched the hearts of many with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. A proud serviceman, Billy served in...
Woodrow Briggs
May 7, 2024
Woody Briggs
Woodrow Junior (Woody) Briggs, born on August 20, 1938, in Tucson, Arizona, to Woodrow Hercel (Hershel) Briggs and Jewell Elizabeth Dill-Briggs, passed away on May 7, 2024 of natural causes. The family, originally from Oklahoma, moved to Arizona during the Depression, then returned to Mayes County, Oklahoma, where Woody spent most of his life.
Woody, who had an older brother,...
Summer Turner
May 2, 2024
Summer Turner, born on May 24, 1956, in Redlands, California, passed away on May 2, 2024, in Pryor, Oklahoma. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to many.
Summer was known for her passion for farming and living off the grid. She found joy in tending to her chickens, goats, dogs, and cows. Gardening and being surrounded by animals brought...
Jo Vietti
May 2, 2024
Betty Jo Vietti died May 2, 2024, at home with members of her family at her side. Born in Columbus, Kansas on June 2, 1928, Jo was the daughter of Alva and Edna Belt. She lived there through her childhood years. Jo met and married Leno A. Vietti and located to Pittsburg, Kansas for a short period until a job...
Patricia Sue Rowbotham
May 1, 2024
Mrs. Patricia “Trish” Sue Rowbotham, 62, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, passed away on May 1, 2024. She was born on December 13, 1961, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the late Clyde and Karen Brashar. Patricia, known fondly as Trish, was a loving wife to Danny Rowbotham and a devoted mother to her children, Andrew, Penny, and Sean. She cherished her role...
Vicki Lyn Pauls
Apr 29, 2024
Vicki Lyn Pauls, beloved wife, mother, grandy, and friend, passed away on April 29, 2024. She was born on April 18, 1948, to parents Max and Mary Ellen (Doran) Nelson.
Vicki's dedication to helping others and her love for her family defined her life. Throughout her years, she found joy and fulfillment in simple pleasures like sewing, crocheting, and various crafts....
Betty Ann Drake
Apr 19, 2024
Betty Ann Drake, age 82, of Claremore, Oklahoma, entered heaven on April 19, 2024, with family at her side.
Betty was born on August 3, 1941, to Billy and Mildred Daniel in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. She grew up in the community, working at the local drug store, while attending school. After her graduation from Pauls Valley High School, she married the...
Gaye Lynn Kerns
Apr 16, 2024
Gaye Lynn Kerns, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, in Chouteau, OK, at the age of 81. Gaye was born on December 23, 1942, in Pryor, Oklahoma, where she cultivated a life filled with compassion, hard work, and love. Throughout her life, Gaye touched the hearts of many through her work as a caregiver at a daycare and later as...
Timothy "Tim" Michael Wheeler
Apr 15, 2024
Timothy Michael Wheeler, also known as Tim, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, in Chouteau, Oklahoma, at the age of 64. He was born on April 9, 1960, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Jack and Barbara (Mauk) Wheeler. Tim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Tim was a man of great love and devotion to his...
Gerald Dwight Ritter
Apr 15, 2024
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Gerald Ritter Obituary (2024) - Pryor, Oklahoma (gather.app)
Gerald Dwight Ritter, a devoted family man, respected chemical engineer, and Air Force veteran, passed away on April 15, 2024, at his home. He was born on May 8, 1932, in Guymon, Oklahoma, and lived a life marked by adventure,...
Kimberly Ann Ward
Apr 14, 2024
Kimberly Ann Ward, 63, of Adair, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at her home. She was born on June 25, 1960, in Pekin, Illinois, to Roger Logue and Judith (Stewart) Pate. Kimberly is preceded in death by her father, Roger Logue.She is survived by her daughter, Jamie Thomas and husband Ricky of Mason City, IL; mother, Judith Pate...



