Obituaries

Feb 21, 2024

Juan Lule Cruz, age 39, went to be with the Lord on February 21, 2022 in Springfield, Missouri.  

He will be greatly missed by his father Salvador Lule, mother Nicolasa Cruz, his brothers Fernando Lule and Jose Lule, his nephews, nieces, sister-in-laws, and many other family and friends.  Juan was a great person and the family takes comfort in knowing...

Feb 2, 2024

Darrel Lee Beck passed away peacefully on February 2, 2024, in Joplin, Missouri. Born on September 12, 1953, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to Chuck and Margie Beck.

Darrel had a deep appreciation for nature whether it was casting a line into a peaceful lake or setting up camp under the starry sky, he always found peace and tranquility in these simple...

Jan 24, 2024

Audrey Kathryn Hoffman went to her heavenly home on January 24, 2024.  Audrey was born in Portland, OR on April 1, 1967 to Thomas and Grace (Keith) Daniels.  Audrey had a heart for helping others.  For years she worked in home health as a Habilitational Training Specialist. She loved her dogs, especially Chihuahuas, but did her best to care for...

Jan 8, 2024

Patrick Joe Byrd – aka, Bunn, Pedro, Chief, was born June 21, 1948, and passed away on January 8, 2024, at the age of 75 years., 6 months, 18 days. Parents: Thomas John Byrd and Cynthia (Sultzer) Byrd aka, (New Grandma, Gwed).  Patrick was a descendant of early settlers and immigrant Cherokees (Trail of Tears) a fluent Cherokee Speaker, Full...

Jan 8, 2024

Vira Estella Rogers, fondly known as Vi, passed away on January 8, 2024, at Monroe Manor in Jay, Oklahoma. She was born on May 5, 1938, in Highfill, Arkansas, and was the loving daughter of Samuel and Hilda (Cockrell) Wilson.

 

 Vi lived an extraordinary life as a talented hairdresser and touched the lives of many through her profession...

Dec 22, 2023

Alberta Geraldine Morrison was born on December 20th, 1940, to Albert and Myrtle Ratliffe Arnold in Gravette, Arkansas. She passed on to meet her heavenly Father on December 22, 2023.

 Alberta was preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Morrison, Parents Albert and Myrtle Arnold, brother Ray, sister Norma, and Sister Kay.

She is survived by son Clifford...

Dec 12, 2023

Goldie Louise Downing, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother was taken home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 12, 2023, in Jay, Oklahoma. She was born on March 12, 1930, in Big Cabin, Oklahoma to Frank and Ada Brundridge.

Goldie's passion for life was evident in everything she did. She had a creative soul and found...

Nov 21, 2023

 

Barbara Ann (Wickizer) Larkin, 88-year-old resident of Jay, Oklahoma passed away on November 21, 2023, in Springdale, Arkansas.

Barbara was born on August 27, 1935, in Sayre, Pennsylvania.  She was the daughter of Perley and Eva (Hadlock) Wickizer.  Barbara graduated high school from Binghamton North in 1953.  She was united in marriage to Carl D. Larkin in 1981, he...

Nov 20, 2023

Aronda Faye Robertson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023, in Inola, Oklahoma. She was born on April 11, 1936, in Eucha, Oklahoma to George Hutchison (Father) and Julia Addington (Mother).

Aronda's love for her family was unparalleled. She dedicated her life to taking care of her children and ensuring their happiness. Her nurturing...

Sep 28, 2023

 

Perry Joe Lane, 67, of Eucha, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home on September 28th, 2023.    Perry was born on August 19th, 1956 to Pete and Nina Lane in Pryor, Oklahoma. At the age of 15 Perry fell in love with Brenda Cagle of Spavinaw, Oklahoma and on August 23rd, 1973 they were married. Perry and Brenda...

Sep 12, 2023

John Henry Scott Jr. was a man of love and devotion, has passed away on September 12, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished. He was born on October 26, 1949, in Vinita, Oklahoma, to John Sr, and Dee Scott. John touched the lives of many with his kind heart and unwavering support for his loved ones.

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Aug 21, 2023

 

In loving memory of Mary Anne WilsonIt is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Anne Wilson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Mary Anne departed this world on 8/21/23 at the age of 71, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and cherished memories.Born on 12/28/1952,  Mary Anne was a beacon of light in the...

Aug 11, 2023

 

Alethea Mary (Wagner) Cash passed away peacefully in her home on August 11, 2023, at the age of 72. She was born on June 22, 1951, in Minneapolis, Minnesota to her parents Darlene and Walter. She is survived by two sons, Michael and Allen, two daughters-in-law, Tanja and Rena, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

 She is also survived...

Jul 4, 2023

 

Rickey Eugene Overton, 60-year-old resident of Jay, Oklahoma, passed away on July 4, 2023.

Rickey was born on Christmas Eve 1962 in Lexington, Missouri.  He was the son of Eugene Howard and Ina Mae (Bowen) Overton.  Rickey proudly served in the Army from 1980-1982.  He enjoyed hunting coyotes, hogs, and deer.  He loved being outdoors, taking trips in his...

Jun 30, 2023

Tenley Nicole Smith, 13-year-old Colcord resident, was taken all too soon on June 30, 2023.  Tenley was born in Grove on June 2, 2010.  She was a student at Colcord School where she participated in band, playing the clarinet, was a proud cheerleader, and stayed active in the Summer Pride Athletic Program.  She loved being outdoors.  Whether it was swimming, riding 4 wheelers and...

Jun 3, 2023

Olbert Leroy Wickliffe (Sonny) passed away June 3rd, 2023 while residing at Grand Lake Villa in Grove, OK. He was born March 22nd, 1938 in Kenwood, OK to his parents Charley Wickliffe and Fannie Hedrick Wickliffe. 

Sonny attended grade school in Kenwood then graduated from Jay High School. He resided almost all his life in Kenwood enjoying the peaceful, quiet...

Jun 14, 2022

Jeremy Alan Chisholm was born January 11, 1989, in Claremore, Oklahoma. He is the son of Karen and Roger Teehee of Claremore Oklahoma and Sam Chisholm of Tulsa Oklahoma.

He grew up in Catoosa, Oklahoma and attended Catoosa High School where he graduated in 2007. He made his home in Owasso, Oklahoma and attended Living Hope Baptist...

Jun 4, 2022

Timothy Michael Barnwell left this earth too soon.  He passed away on June 4, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK, with his loving children by his side. Timmy was born in Vinita, OK on June 9, 1966 to Jimmy Barnwell and Wanda (Hamilton) Barnwell. Timmy went to Jay High School and was a graduate of the Class...

Oct 13, 2021

Vickie Lynn Gow, 65 year old Jay resident, went home to the Lord on October 12, 2021.  Vickie was born on September 22, 1956 to Jim Darity and Leta Mae Davis.  Vickie grew up in Noel, Missouri with her parents and two sisters, Sue Davidson and Debra Jo Spiva and two brothers Larry Darity and Gary Darity.  As a...

Aug 3, 2021

Tommie Sue Duffield Marshall was born on February 8, 1945 in Vinita, Oklahoma to her parents, Allie Mary (Susie) Baker Duffield and Thomas (Tom) Duffield. She left this world peacefully on her mother’s birthday, surrounded by her loving family, on August 3, 2021. Tommie Sue worked full-time while studying to become a teacher and eventually earned her Master’s degree....