Jul 27, 2024

Jul 27, 2024

Kimberly Dawn Roper, 63, of Noble, Oklahoma, gained her wings on July 27, 2024. Kim was born in Huntington Beach, California, on May 1, 1961, to Troy Reece and Nancy (Dickerson) Reece. 

Kimberly went to McLoud High School, graduation class of 1979, where she met her first husband, Donnie Roper. They were married for 20 years and had one daughter, Crystal...

Jul 22, 2024

Our family is saddened to announce the passing of Nicholas Carl Lee on July 22, 2024, in Sparks, Oklahoma. He was born on March 29, 1980, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Gary Lee and Myra (Clovis) Lee.

Nicholas was a long-time welder for the railroad. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by many.

Nicholas was preceded in death by...

Jul 22, 2024

Tawnya Sue George, affectionately known as Tawntawns, passed away on July 22, 2024, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Born on October 17, 1974, in Morenci, Arizona, she was a beacon of joy and a pillar of support to all who knew her. 

Tawnya's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family. Her husband Moyse Dwayne Duncan, and their children, Aunisty...

Jul 21, 2024

Beverly Ann Novey, 82, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, died July 21, 2024. She was born in Shawnee on March 30, 1942, to W.F. Hart and Margene (Mathews) Hart. She attended elementary school in Shawnee and graduated from Shawnee High School. 

Ann married Dayton Eugene Barnes, and they were blessed with two daughters, Shanna and Tamila. She later married David J. Novey, who...

Jul 16, 2024

Lola Mae (Herrold) Spriggs of Del City, Oklahoma, passed away July 16, 2024.  

Lola was born on March 30, 1929, in Luther, Oklahoma. She was raised on a homestead in Luther. During her childhood she learned about farm life, including gardening, canning and food preservation. Lola was the oldest of eight children.  

Lola graduated from Luther High School in 1948....

Jul 9, 2024

Ethan Troxel, 24, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2024. Born on May 1, 2000, Ethan was the beloved son of Don and LeeAnn Troxel. His life was filled with joy, talent, and deep connections with those around him.

Ethan’s educational journey took him to various schools, where he made numerous friends and left a lasting impression on...

Jul 8, 2024

Shirley Ann (Galbreath) Thompson, age 88, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on July 8, 2024. She was born in Tracy, Minnesota, on August 16, 1935, to Willard Francis Galbreath and Mabel (Gleason) Galbreath.

In 1951, Shirley met her future husband, Kenneth F. Thompson. She loved to knit and crochet, and she taught her skills in classes at Sears in the 1960’s....

Jul 5, 2024

Ivan Louis Greene, Jr., 64 years old, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away the morning of July 5, 2024, at home after battling a long fight with kidney disease and heart disease among other health issues. He was born on June 27, 1960, to Florence and Ivan Greene in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

In 1992, Ivan met Karen Hawkins, and they were married...

Jun 28, 2024

Angela Lynn (Prock) McClure, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on June 28, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Talihina, Oklahoma, on January 28, 1977, to Lester and Linda (Gollihare) Prock.

After graduation from Ada High School in 1996, Angela worked several jobs until she found her job at Bison Metals in Shawnee, Oklahoma, kicking off a...

Jun 28, 2024

Amenda Elaine Garza passed away at her home in Shawnee, Oklahoma, on June 28, 2024. She was born in Lamar, Oklahoma, on March 17, 1959, to Hassel Camp and Lavern (Whisenhunt) Camp.

After high school graduation, Amenda worked as a federal meat inspector for several years. Later she opened a pet grooming business, “Smart Choice”, in Shawnee. Mendy loved animals and...

Jun 21, 2024

CHLOE NICOLE “NIKKI” TROTTER (BROOKSHIRE), age 34, passed away suddenly Monday, June 21, 2024, in Edmond, Oklahoma. She was born July 13, 1989, to Timothy Brookshire, Jr., and Tammy Morris in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She grew up in the Shawnee/Tecumseh area and attended Tecumseh schools.

Nikki was preceded in death by her father and her brother, Jeffrey “Mikey” Brookshire.

Nikki is survived by...

Jun 20, 2024

Keith May, born in Midwest City, Oklahoma, on June 11, 1974, passed away on June 20, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of passion, community involvement, and cherished relationships.

After graduating from Choctaw High School (home of the Yellow Jackets) in 1993, Keith pursued his interest in radio and TV broadcast journalism at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO). His career...

Jun 17, 2024

Lawrence Ward Hart of Tecumseh, Oklahoma, passed away on June 17, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma, on April 2, 1949, to Frank Hart and Joy Delight (Ward) Hart.

After Lawrence graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1967, he went on to study music and law at Oklahoma University, Oklahoma Baptist University, and Cameron University...

Jun 15, 2024

John Benton “Ben” Price was born in Jasper, Missouri, on April 26, 1954, to John and Dorothy Jeanne (Brown) Price. He passed from this life on June 15, 2024, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, at the age of 70.

Ben retired as an executive sports shoe buyer for Foot Locker. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, and working with his father in their shoe ministry....

Jun 14, 2024

Jerry Darrel Gould began his earthly life journey on June 27, 1946, and went to his home in Glory on June 14, 2024. He was born to Sanford F. Judy and Inez G. (Hackett) Judy in Purcell, Oklahoma. He was later adopted by Bobby J. Gould.

Jerry spent his early childhood attending school in Trousdale, Oklahoma. He later attended junior high...

Jun 14, 2024

Charles Clifford Kiplinger passed away peacefully with his children by his side on June 14, 2024. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed terribly.

Charles was born on November 3, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to parents, Clifford “Duck” Kiplinger and Violet Kiplinger. He married the love of his life, Corine Kiplinger, on November 18,...

Jun 6, 2024

Kevin Douglas Atwater, of Bethel Acres, Oklahoma, passed away on June 6, 2024, at the age of 64. He was born in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, on September 11, 1959, to Ray and Ann (Arthurs) Atwater.

Kevin graduated from high school in 1977 and served in the United States Army as a Ranger during the 1980s. He worked in the auto industry...

Jun 4, 2024

Michael “Mike” Ray Watson, age 66, of McLoud, Oklahoma, passed away June 4, 2024.  He was born December 20, 1957, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Curtis Ray Watson and Norma Z. (Dibler) Watson.

Mike worked in restaurant management at Curtis Watson’s Restaurant in McLoud for 46 years.  He received Christ in his life and was a member of Sharon Baptist Church...

Jun 4, 2024

Anna Evelyn Hendrix, age 84, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma, passed away on June 4, 2024.  She was born in Pittsburg, California, on August 27, 1939, to Willie Walter Sills and Rhonda Ann (Davis) Sills.

Anna married Jack O’Dell Hendrix in 1954.  She was a faithful wife to Jack for 32 years until his death in November of 1987.  She raised five children,...