Derik Ray Melson

Withheavyhearts,we announce the passing of Derik Ray Melson, who left us at the age of 37 on December 10, 2023. Derik was born February 28, 1986 in TulsatoGlennandAmy (Nickell) Melson.

Ella “Mae” Smothers

Ella “Mae” Smothers, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 4, 2023, in Stroud, Oklahoma. Mae was born on Friday, October 15, 1937, to Jesse HomerandWalcieGladys (Marion) Thomas in Luther, Oklahoma.

Karl Leon Corser

Karl Leon Corser of Austin, Texas passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the age of 60. Karl was born in Texas City, Texas to Mary Lu and Marvin Corser. He grew up with brothers Keith and Kevin.

Ricky Dean Johnson

Ricky Dean Johnson, 9/15/59 - 11/24/2023 Born and raised in Chandler. Retired from Chandler Expanded Metals in 2021. Ricky is preceded by death by his father, mother, two sisters, and his brother.

Troy William Lewis, Sr.

Troy William Lewis, Sr. was born February 6, 1938 in Agra to Troy and Myrtle (Harding) Lewis. He passed away December 9, 2023 in Davenport at the age of 85. Troy was known for his kind heart and dedication to his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love and hard work.

Donnie Lee Reed

Donnie Lee Reed departed this life on November 29, 2023. DonniewasborntoNoah and Winnie (Pitts) Reed on February 22, 1943, in Depew, Oklahoma. Donnie was the owner of Salt Creek Bait Shop and the Stroud Pawn.

Glover F. Hayes Jr.

Glover F. Hayes Jr. passed from this life on Thursday, November 30, 2023, in Chandler, Oklahoma, at 83. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Palmer Marler Funeral Home of Cushing. Agraveside service was held at 2:00 p.m.

Atha Lee (Coker) Trowbridge

Atha Lee (Coker) Trowbridge was born March12,1937,inHydro, Oklahoma,toCliffordand Ethel (Duck) Coker. She passed away November 26, 2023 in Stillwater at the age of 86.

Mary Elizabeth (Falke) Looney

Mary Elizabeth (Falke) Looney was born December 1, 1924, in Jetmore, Kansas, to Gustave and Barbara (Roedl) Falke. She went to be with her Lord on November 18, 2023, at her home in Wellston at the age of 98. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 63 years, Early B.

Ann Metheny

Ann Metheny, longtime Chandler, Oklahoma, resident was born December 31, 1937, in Corinth, Mississippi. She departed this life on December 1, 2023, inShawnee,Oklahoma, at the age of 85 years.