Obituaries

Doyle Wayne Pierce

Doyle Wayne Pierce

Oct 18, 2023

Doyle Wayne Pierce, a devoted family man, exceptional welder, and long-time employee of National Gypsum, passed away on October 18, 2023. He was known for his kind nature and unwavering faith in God. Doyle will be fondly remembered for his love for his family, his passion for welding, and the memories he created with those he held dear.Born on February...

David Steven Frampton

David Steven Frampton

Oct 18, 2023

David Steven Frampton, a beloved husband, father, brother, papa and friend, passed away on October 18, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on April 6, 1956, in Subic Bay Manila, Philippines. David was a remarkable individual who left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered. 

David lived his life to the fullest and was known for his incredible sense...

Samuel Ray McCollough

Samuel Ray McCollough

Oct 17, 2023

Samuel Ray McCollough, born on April 7, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away at his home in Pryor, Oklahoma on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many.Samuel attended Lowell Jr. High and completed his high school education at East Central High School in Tulsa. He cherished the opportunity to reconnect with his...

Marty Lee Burchfield

Marty Lee Burchfield

Oct 16, 2023

Marty Lee Burchfield, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished Papa Cheeto, son, brother, and uncle, passed away on October 16, 2023, in Pryor, Oklahoma. He was born on November 10, 1956, in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Marty's contribution to his country was marked by his service in the United States Marine Corps. Marty's journey of life was filled with kindness, love, loyalty,...

Kenneth "YoYo" Collins

Kenneth "YoYo" Collins

Oct 16, 2023

Kenneth Wayne “YoYo” Collins was born on January 11, 1954 in Ft. Smith, Arkansas to Darwin and Faye Collins. He passed away on October 16, 2023 in Salina, Oklahoma at the age of 69. He attended his elementary, Jr High, and High school at Salina, OK. He attended Jr. College at Miami, OK where he graduated with his associates degree....

Pamela Sue Ray

Pamela Sue Ray

Oct 12, 2023

Pamela Sue Ray, 65, of Chouteau, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on September 3, 1958, in Nevada, Missouri. Pamela's departure leaves a void in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Pamela was a devoted and loving mother to her children and doted on...

Ray William Steward

Ray William Steward

Oct 10, 2023

  Ray William Steward of Pryor passed away on October 10, 2023. Born December 31, 1936 to Franklin W and Emma Phene Lister Steward, Pryor, OK. Ray married Patsy R Meeker on December 17, 1955 and from this union they had one son, Lonnie Ray Steward. Ray was employed at the Oklahoma Cement Company for 10 years. He then moved on...

Martha Lou O'Field

Martha Lou O'Field

Oct 8, 2023

Martha Lou O'Field, born on December 23, 1959, passed away on October 8, 2023, in Pryor, Oklahoma. She was born in Claremore, Oklahoma, to her parents Charlie O'Field and Bessie (Sanders) O'Field. Martha was a cherished member of her community and touched the lives of many with her warm heart and kind spirit. She will be deeply missed by all...

William "Bill" George Estes Jr.

William "Bill" George Estes Jr.

Oct 8, 2023

William "Bill" George Estes Jr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away on October 8, 2023, in Locust Grove, Oklahoma. He was born on June 4, 1952, in Quantico, Virginia. Bill was a remarkable individual who made a lasting impact on those around him through his dedication to law enforcement and his unwavering love for his...

Ronald "Ronnie" Wayne Brown Sr.

Ronald "Ronnie" Wayne Brown Sr.

Oct 8, 2023

Ronald Wayne Brown Sr., known affectionately as Ronnie, passed away on October 8, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on November 1, 1946, in Salina, Oklahoma. As we reflect on his life and the impact he had on those around him, we remember him as a man who loved to laugh and had mastered the art of storytelling.

Ronnie...

Dallas M. Madole

Dallas M. Madole

Oct 8, 2023

Dallas Madole, 67, of Pryor, passed away peacefully in his home on October 8, 2023.  Dallas was born in Pryor, Oklahoma on April 10, 1956, to William and Josephine Madole.  The youngest boy to three older sisters,  Dallas could do no wrong and was his mom’s favorite child.  Dallas was an All-State basketball player in 1974 and held the Pryor...

Alvin Lewis White

Alvin Lewis White

Oct 8, 2023

Alvin Lewis White, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on October 8, 2023, in Claremore, Oklahoma. He was born on December 24, 1944, in Carthage, Missouri. Alvin's life was filled with love for his family and a passion for the simple joys of life.

Alvin had a touching and warm personality that made him easily approachable to...

Caleb Sylvester Beem

Caleb Sylvester Beem

Oct 7, 2023

Caleb Sylvester Beem, a dedicated employee and loving family man, passed away on October 7, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories and a lasting impact on those who knew him. He was born on July 18, 1941, in Claremore, Oklahoma.

Caleb led a fulfilling career at Jim Hinds Trucking company, where his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence made him...

Orie Detweiler

Orie Detweiler

Oct 7, 2023

 

Orie Detweiler, 81 years, 11 months, 8 days, born on October 29, 1941, to Bill and Catherine Detweiler at Chouteau, Oklahoma. He died on October 7, 2023, in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by his loving family after a battle with pneumonia. On March 8, 1962, he married Sara Yoder, who survives him. He was a retired farmer and county worker....

Allison Rebecca Hulvey

Allison Rebecca Hulvey

Oct 5, 2023

  Allison Rebecca Hulvey, born on December 21, 1993, in Pryor OK, passed away on October 5, 2023, in her hometown at 29 years old.  She was a cherished mom, daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece and friend of many.  Her spirit and prankster heart will be remembered by those who had the pleasure of knowing her.  She graduated from Pryor High...

John Ira Scott

John Ira Scott

Oct 5, 2023

John Ira Scott, beloved husband, dedicated pastor, and cherished member of the community, passed away on October 5, 2023, in Claremore, Oklahoma. He was born on February 10, 1932, in Salina, Oklahoma. John led a life filled with love, service, and unwavering faith that touched the lives of countless individuals. After graduating from Salina High School, John embarked on a career...

Robin Leonard Hogan

Robin Leonard Hogan

Oct 4, 2023

Robin Leonard Hogan, born on October 1, 1948, in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 4, 2023, in Chouteau, Oklahoma at the age of 75. With a cheerful and free-spirited personality, he had a talent for making others laugh and was known for his great listening skills. Robin's presence brightened every room he entered, and his warm-hearted nature touched the...

Harold Lewis Ritter

Harold Lewis Ritter

Oct 4, 2023

Harold Lewis Ritter“It’s never goodbye, it’s see you later”

Harold Ritter, 84, died surrounded by family October 4, 2023, at Hillcrest Hospital. He was born in Ada, OK, the son of Lewis and Sadie Ritter. As a child, the family moved to the Oklahoma City area where he was raised in the countryside alongside his younger brother, Howard, where they...

Ginger Lee Surber

Ginger Lee Surber

Sep 27, 2023

Ginger Brown Surber was born in Nowata, OK on December 27, 1940, to John and Kathleen (Felton) Brown. She passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at her home in Pryor, OK at the age of 82.

She married Charles Surber on April 13, 1974, in Pryor, OK. After Charles retired in 1997, they moved back to Pryor. They raised...

James Henry Graves

James Henry Graves

Sep 27, 2023

James Henry Graves passed away peacefully on 27 Sep 2023 at home in Langley, Oklahoma. He was 86 years old. Born on 2 Nov 1936 at his parent’s home near Adair, Oklahoma, James was the youngest child of Maggie LeShawn (Troglin) Graves and Joseph Henry Graves.   He was preceded in death by his spouse of 65 years, Joan (Newsom) Graves and daughter LaDonna Kay (Graves) Opp and grandson Luke James Graves. James loved...