Local Obituaries for Families in Coweta and Broken Arrow, OK.

Aug 29, 2024

Larry Edward Glenn, age 74, resident of Porter, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, August 29, 2024, at St. Francis Hospital South in Tulsa, OK. He was born on September 7, 1949, in Muskogee, OK to Johnnie Edward and Lois Marie Glenn. Larry's life was a testament to his unwavering love for his family and his dedication to...

Aug 28, 2024

Gary Dean Smith was born January 26th, 1943, in Shawnee, OK, to Rex and Fannie Mae Smith. Gary grew up with two brothers Billy and Danny. He graduated from Shawnee High School and after a brief stint with the Rock Island Railroad, he attended OSU Tech in Okmulgee. After graduating from OSU, he started Smith Plumbing which he operated...

Aug 26, 2024

Ollie Sarah Cullum, loving wife, mother, and grandmother peacefully passed away at the age of 96, on Monday, August 26, 2024, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was born on September 21, 1927, in Chandler, Oklahoma to parents Harmon Leonard Henson, and Leddie Mae Landcaster.  She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will be treasured by all...

Aug 26, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Paula Ruth Hamby (Carroll), age 75, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Paula has gone to be with our Lord and Savior, leaving this world August 26, 2024.

Paula was born on May 31,1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Peggy Anne Carroll (Thornton) and William Filo Carroll. Paula grew up...

Aug 20, 2024

Ralph Eugene Cullum, Coweta resident, passed away peacefully in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 77. Ralph was born on April 10, 1947, in Selma, California, to parents Elmer Cullum and Ollie Sarah (Henson) Cullum. Ralph's lifetime was marked by dedication to his country, profession, and family.

Ralph proudly served in the...

Aug 19, 2024

Jacqueline Dawn Sanders transitioned to glory on August 19, 2024. Jacqui was born on April 28, 1981, in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. After Jacqui earned her high school diploma in 1999, she attended Rhema Bible Training College and graduated in 2003. While attending Rhema, she met Dustin Sanders, fell deeply in love and married her best friend on August...

Aug 19, 2024

Charles David Dunn, Coweta resident, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in Coweta, Oklahoma at the age of 85. He was born to the late Charles E. Dunn and Doris (Price) Dunn on April 9, 1939, in St. Elmo, Illinois. David grew up to be a man of integrity and warmth.

In 1959, David married the...

Aug 16, 2024

Thelma Marie Harris, age 81, Broken Arrow resident, went to be with her Lord on Friday morning, August 16, 2024, at the Clarehouse in Tulsa, OK. Thelma was born on November 20, 1942, in Vinita, OK to parents, Grover Cleveland Harrison and Mabel Vicena (Wright) Harrison. She was the baby of her eight siblings: Grover Harrison, Jr, John Harrison,...

Aug 14, 2024

Regina Lynn (Hudson) Hood, known affectionately as Gina to her friends and family, passed away at her home in Porter, OK, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at the age of 56 years. She was born on November 29, 1967, in Tulsa, OK to Richard Edward and Wilma Jean (Skelton) Hudson. Gina's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and...

Aug 14, 2024

Mark Andrew Bates entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the age of 70. Mark was born on February 17, 1954, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma to John Willis and Freda Estel Bates. Mark was the baby of the family, having two older sisters, Marji, and Jodi. Mark grew up in Broken Arrow and attended Broken Arrow Public...

Aug 13, 2024

Billy Wayne Strength, age 72, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Tulsa, OK, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. He was born on January 9, 1952, in Oceanside, CA to Billy Donald and Anne Ruth (Alexander) Strength. Billy's journey through life was marked by love, service, and a joyous spirit...

Aug 13, 2024

Valerie Rose Deatherage, age 75, Sand Springs Resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, who lived a life marked by warmth, dedication, and compassionate service.

She was born on July 5, 1949, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Valerie was the daughter of Hassel Lawrence Houston and Phyllis...

Aug 12, 2024

Walter Eugene "Sonny" Vaughn, age 87, lifelong Coweta resident, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, August 12, 2024, at Gracewood Health & Rehab in Tulsa, OK. He was born on January 24, 1937, in Coweta, OK to Earl Eugene and Josie Wanda (Dice) Vaughn. Sonny's life was marked by his kindness, dedication, and the joy he brought to those...

Aug 12, 2024

Lloyd Dale Lindstrom, age 94, resident of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. He was born on December 26, 1929, in Pocahontas, IA to Elvin T. and Lottie E. (Muller) Lindstrom. Dale’s journey through life was marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering spirit of service.

Aug 11, 2024

Kristin Lynn Lydens, age 49, passed away at her home in Coweta, OK, on Sunday, August 11, 2024. She was born on September 7, 1974, in Wichita, KS to Timothy Leo Fox and Rhonda Kathryn Sherrod. Kristin was a beacon of joy and strength to all who knew her. Her life was a testament to her unwavering love for...

Aug 7, 2024

Peggy Sawena Rains passed from this life on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, at Clarehouse Hospice House in Tulsa, OK from complications of end stage kidney disease. She passed peacefully in no pain and was cared for by the most dedicated and compassionate staff and volunteers from Millenium Hospice Health and Clarehouse Hospice House. Her family will be forever grateful...

Jul 29, 2024

James Ricky "Rick” Hathcoat, Muskogee resident, age 73, departed this life on Monday, July 29, 2024, in Tulsa, OK, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and family devotion. He was born in Wagoner, OK, on August 3, 1950, to Opal (Mangrum) and Herbert Hathcoat. Rick's journey was one of joy, dedication, and a zest for life's simple pleasures.

Jul 23, 2024

Joe Wayne Erwin, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his home in Broken Arrow, OK, on Tuesday afternoon, July 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 85. He was born on April 5, 1939, to Olin and Cleo (Harless) Erwin in Broken Arrow, OK. Joe's life was a testament to...

Jul 21, 2024

Christine Delores (Cope) Madewell, a cherished beacon of love and joy, gracefully concluded her beautiful journey on earth on Sunday, July 21, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born to Clarence Dewey Cope and Josie Wanda Vaughn on September 18, 1933, in Heavener, Oklahoma. She brought light and laughter to all who knew her throughout her 90 years.

Jul 16, 2024

Jessie Albert Mitchell, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Inola, OK, on Tuesday evening, July 16, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born on January 14, 1941, in Wagoner, OK to Cecil Harvey and Dora (Friend) Mitchell. Jessie's life was a testament to the values of hard work, dedication, and the importance...