Obituaries
Kenny James Fitts
Aug 28, 2025
Kenny James Fitts, born December 7, 1960, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Kenny grew up in Westville, Oklahoma, and attended Westville schools. He worked in construction, building pole barns and fences, and had a talent for tinkering with small engines. A member of Mountain View Baptist Church, Kenny found his greatest joy in becoming...
Larry Winkler
Aug 24, 2025
Larry Dale Winkler of Kellyville, Oklahoma, departed from this world on August 24, 2025, at the Green Country Nursing Home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he spent his final days surrounded by love. Born on November 7, 1951, to Marion and Velma Winkler in the quaint town of Stilwell, Oklahoma, Larry grew up with a spirit of adventure and a passion...
Mary M. Limore
Aug 18, 2025
Mary M. Limore, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Bunch, Oklahoma, on August 18, 2025, at the age of 91. Mary was born on December 7, 1933, in Hughes County, Oklahoma. Throughout her beautiful life, she was known for her strength, kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She carried with her...
Don Alfonso Trujillo
Aug 5, 2025
Don Alfonso Trujillo, 70 years old, passed away on the afternoon of August 5, 2025, in Stilwell surrounded by his family. He was born on September 1, 1954, in Sacramento, CA.
An electromechanic, Don worked for the Regional Transit Authority for over thirty years. He retired to Oklahoma in 2010 and has been a resident of Stilwell since 2012.
He is predeceased...
Wilma Louise Luethje
Jul 31, 2025
Wilma Louise Taylor, affectionately known as a Wife, Mom, Grandma, Granny, and Sissy, was born on October 17, 1944, in Brady, Texas, to Joseph Perry Taylor and Willie Ann Taylor. She went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 80 years, 10 months, and 17 days in Siloam Springs, AR.
On July 4th, 1960,...
Jareth King
Jul 23, 2025
Today, we gather with broken hearts and heavy spirits to celebrate the life of Jareth Clay King—a son, a brother, a friend, a proud Cherokee man, and a light that always tried to make us laugh, even in the darkest moments.
Jareth was born on March 17th, 1994, and from the start, he had that special spark. He was the jokester...
Teresa Gonzalis
Jul 19, 2025
It is with a heart full of love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Teresa Gonzalis, who left this world on July 19, 2025, at the age of 53. Born on March 1, 1972, Teresa brought joy to everyone around her, making every moment brighter with her contagious spirit.
Teresa was a person who truly appreciated the simple...
Loretta Dickson-Stacy
Jul 14, 2025
Loretta Dickson-Stacy, born on April 12, 1936, took her leave from this world on July 14, 2025. She was a beloved figure in her community, weaving her love into every stitch she sewed, every meal she cooked, and every child she bused to school.
Loretta had a full life, juggling many roles with grace. She spent thirty years working on the...
Uriel Hernandez
Jul 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Uriel Hernandez, who left this world on July 9, 2025, at the tender age of 16. Born on June 11, 2009, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Uriel brought joy, laughter, and love to all who knew him. He was cherished as a beloved son, devoted brother, and kind-hearted uncle who...
Edith Bland
Jul 6, 2025
Edith Melvina Bland, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many, passed away on July 6, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on February 2, 1942, in Adair County, Oklahoma.
Edith was a homemaker, an avid canner, and was always up for an adventure. Her love for her family and friends was of the utmost importance. She...
Naomi Ruth Rodriguez
Jun 24, 2025
Naomi Ruth (Jones) Rodriguez was born on February 12, 1942, in Bunch, Oklahoma, and passed away peacefully in her hometown on June 24, 2025, at the age of 83.
Naomi spent much of her adult life in Wichita, Kansas, where she worked in the aircraft fabrication industry while raising three children alongside her first husband. After their divorce and once her...
Steven Wayne Setser
Jun 12, 2025
Steven Wayne Setser, 57, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away on June 12, 2025, in Stilwell, the town where he was raised. A man of deep faith, unwavering love for his family, and quiet strength, Steve will be remembered as a devoted father, brother, and husband whose presence left a lasting mark on all who knew him.
Steve was born on August...
William Carl Guinn
Jun 10, 2025
William Carl Guinn, born on June 22, 1956, entered eternal rest on June 10, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose presence will be profoundly missed by his family and friends.
He had a passion for the simple pleasures in life. Whether he was casting a line at the lake, racking up balls at the pool table, or...
Delayna Reign Gilbert
Jun 3, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our precious Delayna Reign Gilbert, who left this world on June 3, 2025, the very day she entered it. Although her time with us was fleeting, her presence will forever be cherished in the hearts of those who loved her.
Delayna was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Derek and Sarah...
Wanda Wolfe
May 31, 2025
In loving memory of Wanda Gayle Wolfe.
Born July 3rd, 1960, in Tahlequah Oklahoma to her mother Sarah Springwater of Stilwell, Oklahoma. She departed this life on May31, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 64 years old.
Wanda was a friendly, loving, social butterfly. She loved doing word searches, coloring, reading and conversating with anyone about everything. Wanda loved to...
Billie Kay Woods-Moore
May 27, 2025
Billie Kay Woods-Moore, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passedaway peacefully on May 27, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by family. She was 79 years old.
Billie was born on August 23, 1945, in Stilwell, Oklahoma, to Nettie (Cox) and Forrest Woods. From a young age, she was known for her adventurous spirit, creative hands, and deep compassion for...
Ollie Josephine Riggs
May 21, 2025
Ollie Josephine Riggs, born May 13, 1943, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. A cherished matriarch, Ollie’s life was a testament to love, family, and a profound dedication to her passions.
Ollie’s interests were as varied as they were fulfilling. She delighted in crocheting, gardening, and attending church. Ollie also enjoyed bowling and fishing in her younger years.
Ollie was preceded...
George Duck
May 6, 2025
George Duck, a beloved member of the Cherry Tree Community, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on March 30, 1956, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, George lived his life in the heart of the Cherokee Nation, where he was known for his warm spirit and commitment to family and faith.
A devoted member of Cherry Tree...
Carolyn Sue Leach
Apr 21, 2025
A loving and cherished wife and mother passed away peacefully at home on April 21st, 2025, at the age of 65 years in Stilwell, OK. Carolyn was born on October 19th, 1959, in Tahlequah, OK, to Ralph England and Imogene Scraper, but was raised by BB and Thelma Livers.
Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, and maw maw. She will be...
Jimmy Dale Hopkins
Apr 20, 2025
Jimmy Dale Hopkins, born on October 16, 1957, in Stilwell, Oklahoma, left this world on April 20, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He was a loving brother, devoted uncle, and an enthusiastic outdoorsman whose presence will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Jimmy was cherished by his siblings, including his sisters Janie Nofire, Kathy Alexander, Rita Fields, and Lloyd Hopkins,...