Mildred F. (McClure) Callahan
Jan 17, 2025
Mildred F. (McClure) Callahan, 87, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on January 17, 2025, in Vian, Oklahoma. Born on July 24, 1937, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, she was the daughter of Myrtle (Ross) McClure and James Rufus McClure.
Mildred’s life was defined by her commitment to family and faith. She was maried to Kenneth Callahan on November 16, 1957, in Sallisaw,...
Wanda W. Fisher
Jan 17, 2025
Wanda W. Fisher, 83, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on January 17, 2025. She was born on May 13, 1941, in Magnolia, Arkansas, to the late Muriel Marie (Hickman) Fisher and Coleman Edgar Fisher.
Wanda had a rich and varied career, working as a restaurant manager, cook, and waitress. She retired from Furniture Factory Outlet. Her dedication to her profession was...
Joyce Ann (Ward) Fears
Jan 16, 2025
Joyce Ann (Ward) Fears, age 81, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on January 16, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Joyce was born on October 31, 1943, in Caldwell, Kansas, to Virginia Mae (Humble) Ward and Robert Lee Ward. She was married to Josh Fears on August 13, 1966, in Caldwell, Kansas. He preceded her in death on December 9, 2014.
Professionally,...
David Lee Wright
Jan 16, 2025
David Lee Wright, age 75, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on January 16, 2025. Born on June 29, 1949, in Lawton, Oklahoma, he was the son of Wynona (Rogers) Wright and David Wright. David's life was characterized by his unwavering dedication to family, education, and service to his country.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, David served his nation...
Ryan N. Jordan
Jan 16, 2025
Ryan N. Jordan, 42, of Vian, Oklahoma, passed away on January 16, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1982, to Rhonda (Lancaster) Thompson and the late Allen Jordan. He was a proud Navy Veteran of the Iraq War and of the Baptist faith.
Ryan had an enduring love for the great outdoors. He enjoyed activities such as floating the Illinois...
Sadie (Bolin) Price
Jan 13, 2025
Sadie (Bolin) Price, age 80, of Honey Hill, Oklahoma, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. A home health nurse and a member of the Baptist faith, Sadie was born on December 30, 1944, in Honey Hill to Myrtle D. (Painter) Bolin and Jay Hyle Bolin. Her cherished life and the impact she had on those around...
Shelby Darlene Cooper
Jan 11, 2025
Shelby Darlene Cooper, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, left this world far too soon, at the age of 28, on January 11, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on November 11, 1996, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Shelby’s bright spirit and creative soul will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.
A talented writer, Shelby had a profound way of...
Helen Virginia Bibb
Jan 10, 2025
Helen Virginia Bibb, 90, of Richmond, TX, formerly of Sallisaw, OK, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 10, 2025. Helen was born to Art and Willie (Owens) Davis on March 16, 1934, in Sadie community, near Sallisaw, OK.
She is survived by her son, J. R. and Judy Bibb of Canyon Lake/Richmond, TX; daughter, Diana...
Nadine Sharp
Jan 8, 2025
Nadine Sharp, 76, of Spiro, formerly of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on June 15, 1948, in Bunch, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Barney Holloway and George and Minnie Woodward.
A graduate of Cave Springs High School, Nadine dedicated her life to her family, working as a homemaker while also...
Donna Sandum
Jan 8, 2025
Donna Sandum, 79 of Sallisaw, Oklahoma was born on September 12, 1945 in Blue Earth, MN to Evelyn (Anderson) Spencer and Frederick Roy Spencer and passed away on January 8, 2025 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. She was married to Roger Dale Sandum on November 19, 1962 in Blue Earth, Minnesota. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Sanders was a housekeeper.
Survivors are...
John Studdard
Jan 8, 2025
Memorial Service for John Studdard, 79 of Vian, Oklahoma will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Agent Mallory Martin Chapel in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.
He was born on November 13, 1945 in Bowman, Arkansas to Mattie Lee (Huntley) Studdard and John Winston Studdard and passed away on January 8, 2025 in Vian, Oklahoma. He was married to Nancy...
Linda "Sissy" (Roberds) Gann
Jan 8, 2025
Linda "Sissy" (Roberds) Gann, age 58, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on January 8, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Born on July 20, 1966, in Fort Smith, she was the daughter of Doris Christine (Taylor) Roberds and Charles Orville Roberds.
Sissy was an adventurous spirit, known for her courage and zest for life. Her career as a travel nurse allowed her...
Robert Ernest Smith
Jan 8, 2025
Funeral Service for Robert Ernest Smith, 91, of Vian, Oklahoma, will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 13, 2025 at Vian Freewill Baptist Church in Vian, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Box Cemetery in Vian, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Robert Ernest Smith passed from this life into his heavenly home on January 8,...
Hubert Dail and Maria "Bambi" Rogers
Jan 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hubert Dail Rogers, 85, and his beloved wife Maria “Bambi” Rogers, 69, both of Sallisaw, Oklahoma. A graveside service will be held to honor their lives at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Akins Cemetery in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, under the care of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service,...
Sandra Kay (Baylis) Smith
Jan 6, 2025
Sandra Kay (Baylis) Smith, 78, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 6, 2025. She was born on June 23, 1946, in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Don Baylis. Sandra was married to Hubert Dale Smith on June 16, 1976, in Joliet, Illinois. Sandra's journey through life was marked by her profound dedication...
Stanley Brown
Jan 5, 2025
Stanley Brown, 75, of Gore, Oklahoma, passed away on January 5, 2025. He was born on April 8, 1949, to Betty Lou (McCoy) Brown and Willie Richard Brown.
Stanley was a devoted husband to Mary Lou (Kidd) Brown, whom he married on September 16, 1978, in Yukon, Oklahoma. He was a skilled carpenter and a faithful member of the Pentecostal faith.
He...
Janice Ruth Nolan
Jan 4, 2025
Janice Ruth Nolan, 76, of Roland, Oklahoma, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on October 2, 1948, in Fort Smith to Lola Faye (Wear) Woods and J.K. Woods. Janice was preceded in death by her parents, J.K. and Lola Faye Woods; two brothers, Larry “Lum” Woods and Rocky Woods, Sr.; her son-in-law, Gene...
Carol "Mema" Shamblin
Dec 31, 2024
Carol "Mema" Shamblin, 82, of Roland, Oklahoma, passed away on December 31, 2024, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on October 7, 1942, in Fort Smith to Pearl Maxine (Stevenson) Irvine and Raymond Ford Hindman.
Carol was married to Carlos J.E. Shamblin, who preceded her in death on March 21, 1990. Carol was a grandmother and homemaker.
She is survived by...
Dustin Allen Henry
Dec 31, 2024
Dustin Allen Henry, 39, of Mountainburg, Arkansas, passed away on December 31, 2024. He was born on November 8, 1985, in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Bambi Lynn (Foster) Henry and Linville Dave Henry, Jr. He worked in the oil field and was of the Christian faith.
Dustin is survived by his mother, Bambi, of Van Buren, Arkansas; his brother, Cory Henry...
Niva Nell Hefton
Dec 30, 2024
Niva Nell Hefton, a beloved member of her family and a cherished friend to many, passed away on December 30, 2024, at the age of 69 in Gentry, Arkansas. Born on December 22, 1955, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Nell was the daughter of O.L. "Dink" and Niva Iona (Vessell) Hefton. Her early years were filled with laughter and love, setting the...