Obituaries

Kenneth Reed Carrington

Jan 7, 2025

Kenneth Reed Carrington, 59, passed away January 7, 2025. He was born on October, 2, 1965 in Sweetwater, Tx and attended school at Sweetwater High, where he also graduated. 

Kenneth leaves behind his one and only daughter Keisha Carrington and three grandchildren, Aspen Flowal, Luke Anthony Quinn and Sekani-Creed Pfister, all of Sweetwater, Tx. 

He is survived by his parents, Bennie and...

Scott Lewis Roy

Jan 7, 2025

Scott Lewis Roy, a devoted husband, father, and community leader, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the age of 50.Born on June 27, 1974, in Shattuck, Oklahoma, to Jim and Kathy Zo Roy, Scott's life was defined by love, service, and an unwavering commitment to those he cared about. 

A proud...

Julia Ransweiler

Jan 6, 2025

Julia Dawn Ransweiler, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 6, 2025. Julia was born in Corning, Arkansas, to her devoted parents, Cletis Cozart and Earline Payne.

Julia grew up with a strong sense of family and community. She graduated from Truman High School and later pursued a fulfilling career in retail...

Carl Smith

Jan 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl Ray Smith, 57, of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Carl departed this life on Monday, January 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He was born on September 2, 1967, in Okemah, Oklahoma, to Robert and Betty Lee, and his journey was marked by a profound...

Bernie Barnard

Jan 6, 2025

Bernie Edward Barnard of Park Hill, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 66 years. Bernie was born on April 19, 1958 in Taylor, Texas to his parents, Herbert and Jackie.

Private family services are going to be scheduled at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service, 1329 East...

Gene Creason

Jan 5, 2025

Ivan Eugene "Gene" Creason, 83, passed away on January 5, 2025 at his home in Checotah, Oklahoma. Born on July 5, 1941, in Bixby, Oklahoma.

Gene graduated from Okmulgee High School in 1959 and pursued higher education later in life, earning a bachelor's degree in Business from the University of Tulsa. He began his professional journey as a door-to-door insurance salesman,...

Shari Lynn Bittick

Jan 1, 2025

Shari Lynn Bittick, a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at the age of 62 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on July 2, 1962 to William and Jeanette Culver in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Shari's life was filled with love by everyone who knew her. 

She graduated from East Central High School in 1980 and...

Michael Hart

Jan 1, 2025

Michael ("Mike") Wayne Hart, beloved husband, father, father-in-law, Grumpa, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at his home in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Mike valiantly battled multiple myeloma and the family is appreciative of the care he received from Dr. Caleb Scheckel, Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute, the St. John's oncology nurses, and Seasons Hospice.

Mike...

Phyllis Millis

Dec 28, 2024

Phyllis Ann Millis passed away on December 28, 2024. She was 88 years old.

Phyllis was a long time resident of Broken Arrow, Ok. She was a member of Aspen Park Baptist Church, where she was one of the many people privileged with helping found the church when it became Clayton Baptist.

Phyllis was born to be a teacher. She graduated Southwest...

Karen Sidener

Dec 28, 2024

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend Karen Gay Sidener, 64, of Glenpool, OK passed away on the morning of December 28th, 2024. Being a cancer survivor of almost 10 years, she was diagnosed with another mass 2 years ago. She fought hard and long, and is now at peace in the arms of Jesus.

Karen was born February 10,...

Sammie Darlene Blake

Dec 27, 2024

With hearts full of love and sorrow, we celebrate the life of Sammie Darlene Blake, who was born on December 31, 1951, in Hobbs, New Mexico, to Sam and Juanita Lucas. She passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply.

Sammie was the beloved wife of James Blake, her soulmate and partner in adventure...

James Laswell

Dec 26, 2024

James Warren Laswell, born March 26, 1929, in Neodesha, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at 95. He was the son of Earl Laswell and Mary (Norman) Hush.

James spent nearly his entire life in Neodesha, building a legacy of hard work, creativity, and love for his family. He began his career in accounting at Standard...

Joseph Michael Schwartz

Dec 26, 2024

Joseph Michael Schwartz, PhD, a compassionate man with an ever-curious mind and heart full of laughter, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Glenpool, Oklahoma, at the age of 78. “Dr. Joe”, as many called him, was born on July 3, 1946, in Leavenworth, Kansas, to Joseph and Edna (Kelly) Schwartz. Joe grew into a man known for his kindness,...

Daniel Ray Hurd

Dec 26, 2024

Daniel Ray Hurd, born on September 12, 1977, in Independence, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Tulsa, OK. At the age of 47, Daniel left behind a legacy of kindness and unwavering love for those around him.

Daniel devoted his professional life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Diversicare in Chanute. Through his compassionate...

Jerri Lynn Howell

Dec 26, 2024

Jerri Lynn Howell, a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and loyal friend, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was born on August 10, 1961, in Miami, Oklahoma, to Kenneth and Phyllis Herd, who preceded her in death, along with her grandparents.

Jerri grew up in Tulsa, then graduated from high school in Miami, Oklahoma....

Tina Roe

Dec 25, 2024

The Lord brought his angel home to watch over us here on earth. Tina Chasity Roe, age 52 passed away on December 25, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 7, 1972, in Sapulpa, OK.

Tina is preceded in death by her grandparents, Betty and CD Roe, Carnell and Lahoma Lowe, whom she now joins...

Robert Barnett

Dec 25, 2024

Robert Eugene Barnett turned 90 on December 21st, 2024. He lived in Glenpool, Oklahoma. He passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma on December 25th, 2024, after a 5-day battle of COVID and other aging complications.

He was born in West Plains, Missouri and grew up there and in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Robert was a paratrooper in the United States Army. Part...

Robert "Bob" Blumhardt

Dec 25, 2024

Robert "Bob" Blumhardt

November 28, 1960 - December 25, 2024

Robert "Bob" Blumhardt, 64, entered into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Christmas morning after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on November 28, 1960, Bob lived a life defined by love, generosity, and a remarkable ability to connect with others. He is deeply cherished by his devoted...

Glenn Brown

Dec 24, 2024

Glenn Lyle Brown, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, in Houston, TX, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 18, 1940, in Tulsa, OK, to Lee and Lurena Brown.

Glenn is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Carolyn Brown; his cherished children, Tisha Dolezal (Lyle) and Jennifer...

Hugh Hipp

Dec 24, 2024

A full obituary is forthcoming and will be posted once it becomes available.