Obituaries
Tommy Sanders
Mar 22, 2025
Tommy Sanders was born in Claremore, OK, on May 9, 1936, and raised in Bunch, OK. At age 11, his mother, Josie Waterdown passed away. After her death, his stepdad Jess Waterdown and aunt Lucinda Waterdown raised him.
At the age of 19, Tommy joined the Navy and was stationed in California. Much to his disappointment, he was medically discharged a...
Velma Jean Eads
Mar 15, 2025
Velma “Jean” Eads, a beloved Mother, Granny, wife, sister and friend was born on September 22, 1941, and passed away to be with our Lord on March 15, 2025 at the age of 83. She was a very special and loving Granny to her family and friends they brought to her home. She loved her family greatly and would always...
Lucille Owl-Salinas
Mar 11, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Lucille "Lucy" Owl-Salinas**
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lucille "Lucy" Owl-Salinas, aged 77, on March 11, 2025, in Bunch, Oklahoma. Lucy's journey began on August 4, 1947, when she was warmly welcomed into this world by her parents, Daniel and Lizzie Owl, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Lucy embodied love and compassion, always prioritizing the needs of...
Roy Dewayne Jackson
Mar 7, 2025
Roy Dewayne Jackson, a beloved son, partner, father, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on March 8, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy enriched by his passion for music, his kindness, and his devotion to his family.
Born to Roy Lee Jackson and Leta Jackson, Roy cherished his role as a son and was proud of his family heritage. He was...
Loretta D Smith
Mar 3, 2025
Loretta D. Smith was born on December 5, 1984, to Darrell and Rhonda Dillard. She passed away on March 3, 2025, at the age of 40.
She leaves behind her two boys, Jasper and James Smith, who were her whole world. Also surviving her is her father, Darrell Dillard of Stilwell, Oklahoma, her sister Gretchen and husband Wayne Anderson and their...
Ed Beaston
Mar 2, 2025
Ed W. Beaston, son of Charlie and Ethyl (Carpenter) Beaston was born on July 31, 1927 and passed from this life on March 2, 2025 in Cabot, Arkansas at the age of 97. Ed married Barbara Jane Adair on August 21, 1950 in Stilwell and they were blessed with over 67 years of marriage until her death in 2018. He...
Kathy Roberson
Feb 27, 2025
Kathy Roberson, born on October 12, 1959, departed this life on February 27, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her compassionate spirit and zest for life. Kathy’s warmth and kindness touched the lives of many around her, leaving an enduring legacy of love and dedication to her family.
An avid lover of the outdoors, Kathy...
Jerry Lee Golden
Feb 22, 2025
Jerry Lee Golden: A Life Paved with Laughter and Love
Jerry Lee Golden, 80, passed away on February 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy as smooth as the roads he built and as warm as the heart he shared with everyone around him. Born on November 2, 1944, in Warner, OK, to Kenneth Lee Golden and Maudie Ellen Burgess, Jerry embarked...
Jimmy Sawney
Feb 22, 2025
Jimmy Ray Sawney, known to most as Boy or Cosmo was born May 24,1955, in Tahlequah Oklahoma to Bill and Eunice (Littledeer) Chuculate. He left for his permanent home on February 22, 2025, at the age of 69 years old.
Boy loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He was married to the love of his life Janis Sawney....
Doriscella Jones
Feb 21, 2025
Doriscella Jones was born on August 24th,1931 in Sand Springs, Oklahoma to Loyd Kidd and Jessie (Lillie) Kidd. She passed on February 21st, 2025, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. On September 6th, 1952, she married Bert Jones. They moved to Stilwell in 1970.
Doriscella was preceded in death by her parents and husband. She is survived by a cousin Glenda Bruce of...
Debbie Carol Beaver
Feb 15, 2025
Debbie Beaver was born August 19th, 1967 and passed away on February 15th, 2025. If you think of Debbie, you think of forgiving, kindness, happy, and strong are just a few of the thoughts that come to mind. In this world nowadays, forgiveness is something that appears quite seldom. Debbie was different, she loved you regardless of any flaws you...
D. Darlene Knight
Feb 8, 2025
D. Darlene Knight was born January 20, 1939, to Richard A. and Jacqueline L. Brand in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. At the age of 86, she went to be with her heavenly Father, God Almighty on February 8, 2025. She was raised in the Christian faith, became a Christian at the age of six, remaining in the Baptist Churches for the...
Christian Robinson
Jan 30, 2025
Christian James Robinson, born on November 6, 1982, in Lawrence, Kansas, and departed this life on January 30, 2025. He will be cherished in the hearts of his family and friends, who remember him for his adventurous spirit and deep love for the simple joys of life.Christian found great happiness in the great outdoors. A passionate arrowhead hunter, he spent...
Faynell Mills
Jan 27, 2025
Faynell Mays Mills, the daughter of Gill Finn and Nellie (Worley) Mays was born on July 27, 1940, in rural Cherokee County, Oklahoma. She passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 84.
Faynell was a graduate of Northeastern State University with a master’s in education and thirty-four years’ experience working in the field of education. She retired in...
Etta Crittenden
Jan 26, 2025
Etta Belle Smallen Crittenden passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025. She was 93. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. at Roberts Reed-Culver Funeral Home in Stilwell, Oklahoma. Graveside Services will be held at Reese Cemetery Friday January 31, 2025 at 3:00pm in Stilwell, Oklahoma where she will be laid to...
Stanley Shell
Jan 20, 2025
Stanley Shell aged 87 Years, 7 months, 14 days passed away on Jan 20, 2025, in Bunch, OK. Born June 6, 1937. He was the son of Charlie and Nellie (Seabolt) Shell.
He married Nadene Byrd on January 22, 1962. He worked with the Postal Service, as a Family Barber, with his final job of 17 years being with Whirlpool.
Stanley was...
Billie Nadine Garrett
Jan 19, 2025
Billie Nadine Garret, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on April 26, 1941, Billie was a vibrant and caring individual whose love for her family and friends was evident in every aspect of her life.
Billie dedicated many years as a high school teacher, but her warmth...
Mary Bell Collins
Jan 17, 2025
Mary Bell Collins, daughter of Eddie Colby and Mammie Mae (Wood) Gladden and Martha Lee (Shipley) Gladden; was born February 14, 1926 in Van Buren, AR and departed this life surrounded by her family on January 17, 2025 in Stilwell, Oklahoma, at the age of 98 years, 11 months and 3 days.
Mary married Jessie Lee Collins on May 23, 1942,...
Jeff Davis
Jan 12, 2025
As in life, Jeffrey Willard Davis faced death with dignity, quiet stoicism, and a sense of self-deprecating humor followed by his familiar laugh that brought smiles to everyone around him. We can only imagine that when Death knocked at the door of the Davis family farm that cold and snowy January day, it undoubtedly had to take a pause. Knowing...
Vernon Hitcher
Jan 4, 2025
Vernon Hitcher was born May 4, 1948, in Stilwell OK to Clarence Hitcher and Glorena (Crittenden) Hitcher and passed away in Tulsa Oklahoma Jan 4, 2025, with his loving family at his side.
Vernon was a United States Army 1st Signal Brigade Sergeant and served his country in Vietnam. He received 3 medals during his service: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam...