Obituaries

Lillian May Rousey-Miller

Lillian May Rousey-Miller

Jun 17, 2025

Lillian May Rousey-Miller, born on March 17, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A lifelong resident of Pryor, Lillian was known for her vibrant spirit and the love she held for her family and friends.

Throughout her life, Lillian had a passion for adventure, often expressing this through her enjoyment of cruises and...

Don Woodward

Don Woodward

Jun 16, 2025

Don Woodward, 76, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on June 16, 2025, at his home. Born on August 7, 1948, in Rolston Bend, Oklahoma, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his passions. 

He served honorably in the United States Army, a commitment that reflected his strong sense of duty and patriotism. After his military...

Terry Eugene Newby

Terry Eugene Newby

Jun 14, 2025

Terry Eugene Newby, born on May 5, 1955, in Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in the presence of loved ones. He was a devoted family man whose presence enriched the lives of many around him.

Terry is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Renee Newby, with whom he shared a cherished life. He was a...

David Jess Frazier

David Jess Frazier

Jun 13, 2025

David Jess Frazier, born on January 23, 1949, in Hanford, California, passed away on June 13, 2025, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He dedicated over two decades of his life to the United States Army, serving as a Sergeant First Class until his retirement. David's military service was not only a significant facet of his identity but also a source of pride...

Ray Clinton Teigen Sr.

Ray Clinton Teigen Sr.

Jun 12, 2025

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Ray Teigen Sr.'s Funeral Service Livestream

Ray Clinton Teigen Sr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his home. He was born on December 12, 1952, in Sioux City, Iowa, and through the years, he built a legacy...

Brenda Lee McKibben

Brenda Lee McKibben

Jun 12, 2025

Brenda Lee McKibben, a cherished member of her family, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 63. Born on May 23, 1962, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Brenda was known for her warm spirit and unwavering dedication to her loved ones.Brenda's life was marked by her commitment to family and friends. She is survived by...

David Veryl Howell

David Veryl Howell

Jun 11, 2025

David Howell, 69, of Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on June 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

David was born on July 27, 1955, in Cocoa Beach, Florida, to Veryl and Elaine Howell. They later moved to Angleton, Texas, where he graduated in 1974 from Angleton High School. On June 28, 1975, he married the love of his life, Kathy Rogers. This...

Diane Eileen Meredith

Diane Eileen Meredith

Jun 11, 2025

Diane Eileen Meredith, born on September 23, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Pryor, Oklahoma. Diane was a devoted mother, sister, and grandmother, whose love for her family was evident in every aspect of her life.

Throughout her life, Diane possessed a deep passion for horses and found joy in reading. She dedicated herself...

Bob Gingrich

Bob Gingrich

Jun 11, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Gingrich of Adair, Oklahoma, passed away on June 11, 2025.

Born on June 13, 1955, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, Bob was the son of Dale and Marie Gingrich. From a young age, he developed a deep love for racehorses and began jockeying at just nine years old. Later in life, Bob found his calling on the pipeline – x- raying,...

Maxine Harris

Maxine Harris

Jun 10, 2025

Virginia Maxine Harris, an emblem of unwavering dedication and love, was born on August 25, 1934, in Pryor, Oklahoma, and departed this life on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Adair, Oklahoma. She leaves behind a legacy rich in hard work, familial devotion, and the art of nurturing. Her journey of life spanned nearly nine decades, during which she exemplified the...

Susan Jane Hicks

Susan Jane Hicks

Jun 9, 2025

Susan Jane Hicks, born on April 6, 1947, in Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 78. She lived a life marked by her love for family, creativity, and the simple pleasures that brought joy to her days.

Throughout her life, Susan nurtured her passion for crocheting, creating beautiful baby blankets that...

Glenda Sue Rhine

Glenda Sue Rhine

Jun 7, 2025

Glenda Sue Rhine, 75, of Pryor, passed away on June 7, 2025, in Tulsa. Glenda was born November 18, 1949, in Sikeston, Missouri, to Samuel and Margie (Noe) Woodward. In 1982, she married the love of her life, Billy Rhine, in Huntsville, Arkansas. They shared more than four decades of laughter, love, and a lifetime of memories before his passing...

Carl R. Henson

Carl R. Henson

Jun 6, 2025

Carl was born October 3, 1939, in Pryor, Oklahoma to Bud and Opal Henson and spent most of his childhood in Strang, Oklahoma. He graduated from Strang High School in 1957. He married Emilene Fuller in 1970. After graduating from Strang High School in 1957, he joined the Air Force and spent his overseas time in Tripoli, North Africa. After...

Wanda Fay Gray

Wanda Fay Gray

Jun 6, 2025

Wanda Fay Gray, 82, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. She was born on April 7, 1943, in Pryor, Oklahoma, to Claude and Veta (Lee) Hilton. 

A viewing will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Shipman's Funeral Home. To leave a personal message, please visit her guestbook at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Arrangements...

Cathy Ann Austin

Cathy Ann Austin

Jun 5, 2025

The following obituary was composed by the family.

Cathy Ann (Ward) Austin was born on October 27th, 1952, and passed away on June 5th, 2025. She attended Salina School and graduated in 1972. On July 15th, 1972, she married George "Eddie" Austin in Salina. They were married 53 years, 11 months, and 5 days until her warranty ran out. She enjoyed...

Bettye Flo Giles

Bettye Flo Giles

Jun 2, 2025

Bettye Flo Giles, 91, of Pryor, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on January 3, 1934, in Del, Colorado, the daughter of Clayborne and Hazel (Shaffle) Teel. When she was 7 years old, her family moved to the White Water community. Bettye graduated from Jay High School and later earned her master’s degree...

Michael Lee Johnston

Michael Lee Johnston

May 31, 2025

Michael Lee Johnston, age 68, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on May 31, 2025. He was born on September 12, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Bobby Charles Johnston and Mary Rhoda (Scroggins) Johnston. Mike was a graduate of East High School in Des Moines, Iowa, class of 1974. Throughout his life, he worked various jobs in Des Moines, IA;...

Connie Jane Monahan

Connie Jane Monahan

May 31, 2025

Connie Jane Monahan, faithful wife, beloved mother, and loving Gramma passed away at home with her family by her side on May 31, 2025. A true desert flower, she was sweet, beautiful, and sometimes even a little prickly. She loved all things warm, sunshine, flowers, and traveling any chance she got, especially to her favorite place in the world, Arizona....

Rebecca Louise Riley

Rebecca Louise Riley

May 30, 2025

Rebecca Louise Riley, 71, of Pryor, gained her beautiful wings. She was born on August 27, 1953, in Claremore, Oklahoma to Gladys and Nick Bark Jr. She grew up in the Salina/Kenwood area where she attended and graduated from Salina High School. She loved hunting, fishing, oldies, dancing, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends. She worked as...

Robin "Rob" Chambers

Robin "Rob" Chambers

May 29, 2025

Robin “Rob” Dale Chambers, age 62, of Salina, Oklahoma, passed away on May 29, 2025, at his home in Salina. Rob was born on November 25, 1962, in Casa Grande, Arizona, to Donald and Gayle (Hodges) Chambers. A dedicated truck driver for most of his life, Rob was known for his strong work ethic and love for the open road....