Obituaries
Eliza Jane Carman
Jul 11, 2025
Eliza J. (Bark) Carman, went home to be with the Lord on July 11, 2025. Eliza was born on January 21, 1926, near Marble City, OK to Willie R. Bark and Mary (Mouse) Bark. Eliza’s parents and two siblings moved from Marble City to Delaware County in 1933 when her youngest sister was born to complete their family. In 1943,...
Lee Jean Beauchamp
Jul 11, 2025
Lee Jean Beauchamp, peacefully departed this life on July 11, 2025, at her home in Jay, Oklahoma. Born on February 15, 1932, in Spavinaw, Oklahoma, she lived a life characterized by selflessness and devotion to others.
Jean worked as a legal secretary for numerous years. Outside of her professional life, she was known for her nurturing personality; she took care of...
Patty Sue Grogg
Jun 30, 2025
Patty Sue Grogg, 87, born on January 29, 1938, in Picher, Oklahoma, transitioned peacefully from this world on June 30, 2025, in Eucha, Oklahoma.
Patty lived a life marked by a profound commitment to service, love, and community. With over 30 years of dedicated work as a computer programmer at Amoco Petroleum, she was not only a pioneer in her field...
Julie Kay Denny
Jun 13, 2025
Julie Kay Denny was called to her eternal home on June 13, 2025, in Jay, Oklahoma. She was born on May 7, 1959, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Johnny and Annie (Custer) Black.
Julie married the love of her life, Ricky L. Denny, on January 19, 1982, in Jay, Oklahoma. Together, they built a life full of love, family, and cherished memories.
Julie...
Janice Marie Woolman
Jun 13, 2025
Janice Marie Woolman, born on November 26, 1959, in Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. She was a devoted Personal Care Assistant for Home Health, where she dedicated her life to caring for others, truly embodying a spirit that had a heart for others.
Janice, or Momma J as some knew her, spent her days...
Richard Duane Allen
Jun 5, 2025
Richard “Duane” Allen, born on May 2, 1936, in Colcord, Oklahoma, passed away on June 5, 2025, at the Quail Ridge Living Center. He lived a life filled with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to his Christian faith.
Duane was a multifaceted individual whose career began as an iron worker. He later managed a trailer park and dealt with rental...
Sheilah Ann Boggs
Mar 28, 2025
Sheilah Ann Boggs, born on October 21, 1955, in Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away on March 28, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri. She has left behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
A dedicated professional, Sheilah built a career in accounting, where she employed her skills at various institutions including banks, a lumber yard,...
Debra Luanne Adams
Mar 6, 2025
Debra Luanne Adams, 69, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 6, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on April 1, 1955, in Jay, Oklahoma, where she began a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to those around her.
Debra, affectionately known for her stubborn spirit and a heart of gold, was...
Dianna Kaye Keener
Feb 2, 2025
Dianna Kaye Keener, 64, born on April 16, 1960, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at her home in Eucha, under the compassionate care of her loving family
Diane devoted her life as a caregiver to her family. Her gentle spirit and nurturing nature will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. Diane also enjoyed...
Ray Eugene Allen
Jan 25, 2025
Ray Eugene Allen, lovingly known as Gene, age 91, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Grove, OK.
Gene was born on March 25, 1933, in Colcord, OK, to Ray Benson Allen and Gertrude (Hyde) Allen. In 1942, his family settled in the Mount Hermon area, where Gene grew up farming and traveling...
Raymond Dean Larkin
Jan 18, 2025
Brother Ray Larkin died January 18, 2025 in Grove, Oklahoma at the age of 79. Ray was born September 11, 1945 to Ed Ralph Dall and Fredah LaDale Swindle Larkin. In 1964 he walked into Sulphur Springs Church and immediately fell in love when he set his eyes upon Gladys Killion. He married her the next year and they spent...
Mary Louise Lackey
Dec 28, 2024
Mary Louise Lackey, age 84, passed away on December 28, 2024, in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on May 15, 1940, in Meade, Kansas, Mary lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep commitment to her family.
An outgoing person, Mary possessed a warm and welcoming personality that drew others to her. She cherished spending time with her family, who were...
Gerald Junior McDaniel, Sr.
Dec 24, 2024
Gerald Junior McDaniel, Sr., age of 88, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and community leader, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Born on March 23, 1936, in Mill City, Oregon, Gerald lived a life dedicated to his family and the community he served.
Gerald's career in welding trailer frames exemplified his strong work ethic and commitment...
Stanley Eugene Dawson
Dec 24, 2024
Stanley Eugene Dawson, age 82, born on December 5, 1942, in Harlem, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at his home in Eucha, Oklahoma. For many years, Stanley dedicated his career as an over-the-road trucker, a profession he embraced with pride until his retirement in 1989. Following his retirement, Stanley and his wife, Connie Jo 'Cantrell' Dawson, settled...
Pauline Alexander
Dec 12, 2024
Pauline Alexander, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024, at the age of 90 in Joplin, Missouri. Born on March 2, 1934, in Checotah, Oklahoma, Pauline lived a life dedicated to her family and her faith.
Pauline worked beside her husband, Glynn Alexander, on their farm, where together they raised cattle before retiring in 1999....
Rodney Wayne Lyman
Nov 3, 2024
Rodney Wayne Lyman left this world early Sunday morning November 3, 2024 in Tulsa, OK at the age of 49. He was born on February 22, 1975 in Gravette, AR to Annie and Lester Lyman.
Rod was a loving and caring person. He always made sure his mother was taken care of. He enjoyed playing his guitar and singing, and he...
Patricia Irene Coble
Nov 2, 2024
Patricia Coble, 81, of Jay, Oklahoma passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Pat was born in Colcord, Oklahoma on August 1, 1943, to the late Raymond Tanner and Pearl (Phillips) Tanner.
Patricia worked at the school in her later years as a teacher’s aide, she loved all the children, and they called her “Granny Pat” and she just loved that....
Joan Matthews McElhaney
Oct 26, 2024
Joan Matthews McElhaney, age 84, passed away on October 26, 2024, in her hometown of Jay, Oklahoma. Joan was born on December 6, 1939, to the late Clyde and Gladys (Medford) Matthews.
Joan dedicated her life to caring for others, serving with compassion and expertise as a registered nurse at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her commitment to her profession...
Leroy Turner
Sep 27, 2024
Leroy Turner, passed away on September 27, 2024, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, at the age of 68. Born on August 22, 1956, in Claremore, Oklahoma to the late Benny Turner and Arrowanah L. (Gourd) Turner. Leroy lived a life filled with passion for the outdoors, a love for fishing, and enjoyment of western movies and shows. He was known for his...
Johnny David Leach
Aug 23, 2024
Johnny David Leach, age 69, passed away peacefully in Grove, OK on Friday, August 23, 2024. He was surrounded by his family after an almost four-year battle with cancer.
John is best known for his kind heart and his love for his family. He enjoyed reading, fishing, adventurous road trips with his grandsons, and helping others. He also enjoyed a great...