Obituaries

Thomas Pate

Aug 11, 2024

As a proud veteran, Tom Pate served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he dedicated his life to various roles, including Deputy Sheriff and heavy equipment operator, becoming a reservoir of wisdom and practical knowledge. These experiences highlight the remarkable character of the man he was.

Tom and his wife, Sherri, built their home...

Dinah Mitchell

Aug 11, 2024

Dinah Marie Mitchell (Salmon) 77 passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Woodland Skilled Nursing and Therapy of Natural causes. Dinah faced her death with loved ones nearby.

Dinah was born on March 18, 1947, to Mac (Murry) and Mary Dennis Salmon in Okmulgee, Oklahoma.

After graduating from high school in Okmulgee, she married Elton Eugene...

Darin Tarpalechee

Aug 9, 2024

Darin Jackson Tarpalechee, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9, 2024, at the age of 43. Darin was born on January 13, 1981, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, to Edward and Rowena Tarpalechee.

Darin spent his entire life in Okmulgee, where he graduated from Morris High School. He had a deep love for his community...

Bradley Helton

Aug 8, 2024

Bradley David Helton, age 54, passed away on August 8, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 23, 1969 in Chanute, Kansas, he is the son of Richard Helton and Lana (Rollow) Goddard.

Brad grew up in San Jose, California, and attended high school at Brett Harte High School in the Sierra Foothills. After graduation he moved...

Elizabeth Cooper

Aug 7, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Cooper, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 79. Born on January 22, 1945, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to John Eurtis Snow and Marie (Palmer) Snow, Elizabeth lived a life filled with love, compassion, and creativity.

In her early years, Elizabeth met the...

Linda Adams Cutchall

Aug 7, 2024

Linda Adams Cutchall, 84, passed peacefully August 7, 2024 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was born in Cleveland, Oklahoma on December 29, 1939 to Albert and Mildred Adams. 

No local services planned. 

Full obituary to follow. 

Michael Snedden

Aug 7, 2024

Michael Hugh Snedden, 65, beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on August 7, 2024. He entered this world on September 27, 1958, in Tulsa, OK, born to Jerry and Sharon Snedden.

Mike was an ardent fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals. His love for the Royals led to a cherished...

Jean Watkins

Aug 5, 2024

Ruby "Jean" (Steeples) Watkins (98) of Jenks, Oklahoma peacefully entered eternal rest on the afternoon of August 5th, 2024 at Bartlesville Assisted Living.

Jean was born at home on August 30, 1925, in Red Fork, OK, the daughter of the late Alva and Ruby May (Mulligan) Steeples. Jean grew up in the Sapulpa-Glenpool area where she met Charles H....

John Hatten

Aug 3, 2024

John Edward Hatten, a longtime resident of Jenks, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born on December 15, 1947, in Shelbina, Missouri, to his loving parents, Jack and Esther (Bozarth) Hatten.

John proudly served his country in the Army for two years while in the DMZ in Korea, demonstrating...

Glenn Dickey

Aug 2, 2024

Glenn Alan Dickey of Morris, Oklahoma, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born on March 15, 1950, in Bryan, TX, to his loving parents, John and Norma (Robertson) Dickey. Glenn's heritage dates back decades to his great-great grandfather who was Scottish and married to a Peruvian woman.

Glenn graduated from Sam Houston High...

Dan Hilsheimer

Aug 2, 2024

Daniel Wayne Hilsheimer, born January 18, 1943, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, to George and LaNora Hilsheimer, passed away on August 2, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his family by his side, he was 81. After George's return from World War II, the family relocated to Tulsa in 1946. From an early age, Dan showed a profound passion for horses, beginning to...

Ronald Dwight Saye

Aug 2, 2024

Ronald Dwight Saye, born May 10, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Thomas Dwight and Virginia Hope (Pride) Saye, passed away on August 2, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.Ronald is survived by his beloved spouse, Linda; his children: son David Dwight Saye (Karen) and their children Cody Hammon (Megan), Coy Martin, Alexis Turner, and Kylee Saye; daughter Shannon Bowman (Gary) and their...

Marti Grant

Jul 31, 2024

Marti Grant, born Martha Wright on July 27, 1947, to Jim and Cheryl Wright, was a beacon of love and faith throughout her life. As the eldest of three children, Marti shared a close bond with her siblings, Wendy and Mark, and enjoyed a special relationship with her Uncle Barry, who was just five years her senior. She graduated from...

Dale Hair

Jul 27, 2024

Dale Hair was born and raised in Muskogee, Oklahoma, where he met his beloved wife, Patsy Taylor. After completing high school, Dale pursued higher education while playing sports, and he proudly graduated from Tulsa University in 1966. Following his graduation, Dale and his young bride moved to Oklahoma City, where he began his professional career.

In Oklahoma City, Dale built many...

Karen Marquette

Jul 27, 2024

Karen Lynn Marquette, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on November 9, 1955, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Robert and Juanda Gorbet, Karen spent her life in the community she loved, Bixby, Oklahoma.

Karen attended and graduated from Bixby High School in 1974, where she met and fell...

Tonya Combs

Jul 25, 2024

Rebecca Tonya Annette Barless Combs, age 56 of Jenks, Oklahoma, passed away on July 25, 2024. From Big Cabin, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Walt Barless and late Becky Barless.

Having served at several churches and other non-profit organizations, she was a spiritual leader and a light to those in her community. Most notably, Tonya's bright, witty, and...

Barbara James

Jul 24, 2024

Barbara James, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on July 24, 2024, just one day before her 73rd birthday. Barbara passed peacefully and was surrounded by her loved ones. She will be remembered for her warm heart, infectious smile, and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Barbara was born on July 25, 1951, and was...

Paul Chastain

Jul 23, 2024

Paul Raymond Chastain, Jr., aged 89, passed away gently on July 23, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was comforted by his cherished and adoring family. Paul's early years were marked by the hardships of the Dust Bowl which drove his extended family from Western Oklahoma to the San Francisco Bay area when he was a very young boy.

He graduated from...

Lawana Osborne

Jul 19, 2024

Giorgio Kirylo

Jul 18, 2024

Giorgio Arrabito Kirylo was born on June 28, 1986, in New Jersey, and left this world suddenly on July 18, 2024 at the young age of 38. He was in high school when September 11, 2001, occurred, and he promptly "answered the call" and joined the United States Marine Corps after graduating. He was part of the elite Special Operations...