Obituaries

Richard Lee Stewart

Richard Lee Stewart

Richard Lee Stewart

Richard Lee Stewart was born August 3, 1955, in Seattle, Washington, to Ruth Barrow-Stewart and Jake H Stewart. His battle with ALS ended on August 1, 2026, surrounded by all of his children and grandchildren, at the age of 70.
Nancy Charlene Durbin

Nancy Charlene Durbin

Nancy Charlene Durbin

Nancy Charlene Durbin, a longtime resident of Agra, OK, went home to be with Jesus on July 28, 2026.She left quite a legacy for her loved ones.So, when you think of her, just know that “there was only ONE Nancy Durbin”.Services were held at TryonAssembly of God onAugust 1, 2026, at 10 a.m.
Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker

Carolyn Ann (Geer) Becker of Wellston, OK, was born on January 31, 1938, in Chanute, KS, the oldest daughter of Frank and Wilma (Carter) Geer. Carolyn peacefully passed away at her home on July 21, 2026, at the age of 88. She was preceded in death by her parents and oldest son, Charles Lee Becker.
Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

Walter “Ellis” Aldridge

Walter “Ellis” Aldridge was born July 23, 1939, in Okay, Oklahoma, to L.L. and Georgie Glee (Austin) Aldridge.He passed away July 21, 2026, two days before his 87th birthday.Ellis grew up in Wagoner, Oklahoma, and married Doris (Marsellis) in Tulsa.
Shannon Sue Bottger

Shannon Sue Bottger

Shannon Sue Bottger

On July 16, 2026, the world got a little darker. Shannon Sue Bottger was a bright and giving light that burned out far too soon. She was born on August 12, 1965, in Iolo, Kansas, to Sandra Sue Archer.Shannon was a naturally loving person; she made all who met her feel welcomed and special.
Royce Gearl Lyon

Royce Gearl Lyon

Royce Gearl Lyon

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Royce Lyon announces his unexpected, yet peaceful, passing from this life to his Heavenly home on July 16, 2026, in Oklahoma City, surrounded by loved ones.

Mary Ann Morris

Mary Ann Morris, 83, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Funeral services for Mary will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 27, 2026, at Parks Brothers Funeral Service Chapel, Chandler, Oklahoma.
Virginia “Jewel” (Wooden) Carter

Virginia “Jewel” (Wooden) Carter

Virginia “Jewel” (Wooden) Carter

Virginia Jewel Carter was born onApril 21, 1944, in Chandler, Oklahoma to Robert V. Wooden and Anna E. (Miller) Wooden. Jewel was the youngest of eight children.
Jerry Keith Whatley

Jerry Keith Whatley

Jerry Keith Whatley

The family of Jerry Keith Whatleyis deeply saddened to announce his passing on July 10, 2026, at the age of 71, after his battle against cancer. Born on December 28, 1954, in Eufaula, he was the beloved child of Jery J. and Lila Lillian Whatley.
Bobby Lee “Bob” Stems

Bobby Lee “Bob” Stems

Bobby Lee “Bob” Stems

Bobby Lee “Bob” Stems, 56, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.Bob was born on May 12, 1970, to Bobby Gene Stems and Roberta (Freeman) Ferrell. He attended grade school in Oxnard, California, and middle and high school in Houston, Texas.