Jerry Dewayne Spears
March 7, 2025
Jerry Dewayne Spears, age 76, of Gore, Oklahoma, passed away on March 7, 2025, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He was born on June 22, 1948, in Vian, Oklahoma, to Virgie (Mullen) Spears and Clifford Harvie "Radio" Spears. Throughout his life, Jerry worked in construction.
Jerry is survived by five sons: Jerry Dale Spears of San Antonio, TX, Michael Tehee and Amy of...
Jim Goodman
March 5, 2025
Jim Goodman, a cherished member of his community, passed away on March 5, 2025, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, at the age of 74. Born on August 9, 1950, in Fairfield, Illinois, to Erma Jean (Mench) Goodman and James Albert Goodman, Sr., Jim lived a life enriched with passion and devotion to his family and interests.
Jim's journey through life led him...
Edward Miller
March 4, 2025
Edward Miller, age 78, of Gore, Oklahoma, passed away on March 4, 2025, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Born on April 21, 1946, in Paden, Oklahoma, he was raised in a loving, close-knit family alongside his nine siblings. Among them, his bond with his brother Bobby Joe was particularly special, marking a lifelong friendship that defined much of Edward's life.
After completing his...
Judith Elaine Denny
March 4, 2025
Judith Elaine Denny, age 74, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on March 4, 2025, in Roland, Oklahoma. Born on November 4, 1950, in Nicut, Oklahoma, Judith was the daughter of Leona Lucille (Flanagan) Denny and Charles Virgil Denny. She dedicated part of her life to working at Abilities Unlimited and was a huge fan of the OU Sooners.
Judith is survived...
Charlotte Ann Miller
March 3, 2025
Charlotte "Ann" Miller, age 83, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on March 3, 2025. She was born on August 27, 1941, in Sallisaw to Ada (Taylor) Green and Hester Kenneth Green.
Ann married Burble "Bud" Miller on May 16, 1959, in Stilwell, Oklahoma. Together, they cultivated a loving and supportive home. Bud preceded her in death on August 6, 2017. Ann...
Edna Mae Tucker
March 1, 2025
Edna Mae Tucker, 104 of Vian, Oklahoma passed away on March 1, 2025 in Vian.
Edna Mae was blessed to the union of Ellen and William Robinson on December 27, 1920 in Pittsburgh, PA where she attended grade school. In 1934, her family relocated to Chicago, IL where she attended DuSable High School. During this time she joined Christ Tabernacle Baptist...
Charlotte Ann Tramell
February 25, 2025
Charlotte Ann Tramell was born May 7, 1944 to Andrew and Ruby (Taylor) Speck in the Round Mountain Community of Vian, Oklahoma. She passed at the age of 80 on February 25, 2025 in Vian, Oklahoma.
In 1962, she graduated from Vian High School where she was a member of FHA, Glee Club, Pep Club, and Art Editor of the Yearbook....
Clarence Ray Gillespie
February 24, 2025
Mr. Clarence Ray Gillespie, a lifelong Sallisaw resident, died peacefully on February 24, 2025, after a very lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family who had cared for him in the home. He was 80 years, 11 months, and 2 days old.
Born on March 22, 1944, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ray was the son of Mrs. Bessie Lou McGowan and Mr....
Gary Don Owens
February 24, 2025
Gary Don Owens, 77 of Roland, Oklahoma was born on July 26, 1947 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Colene (Myers) Payton and Gurley Owens and passed away on February 24, 2025 in Roland, Oklahoma. Mr. Owens held various jobs from construction to truck driving.
Survivors are four children, Brandi Vann and Wade of Roland, OK, Brian Owens and Libby of Muldrow,...
Paralea (Day) Smith
February 23, 2025
Paralea (Day) Smith was born on April 6, 1935, in Branson, Missouri, to Dortha Sarah (Holiman) Day and Rudolf Edmond Day and passed away on February 23, 2025, in Barling, Arkansas. She was married to Frank F. Smith on April 2, 1953 in Van Buren, Arkansas. He preceded her in death on December 13, 1973. She was a member of...
Dan House
February 23, 2025
Dan House, age 71, of Vian, Oklahoma, formerly of Oologah, Oklahoma, passed away on February 23, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by family. Born on November 28, 1953, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, Dan was the son of Velma Lee (Rhodes) House and Joe Thomas House.
Dan lived a life filled with dedication and hard work, having served as an Aviation Maintenance Technician...
Austin "Junior" O'Neal
February 23, 2025
Funeral Service for Austin "Junior" O'Neal, 81 of Liberty community, Oklahoma will be at 2:00 PM on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Living Water Fellowship Church in Roland, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Liberty Cemetery in Muldrow, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
He was born on April 2, 1943 in Liberty community, Oklahoma to Vera...
Joy Vann
February 22, 2025
Joy Vann, 85, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on February 22, 2025. She was born on December 19, 1939, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Hallie (Wright) Cross and Harvey Guy Cross.
Joy was united in marriage to Kenneth Pryor Vann on November 14, 1963, in Fort Smith. They shared a beautiful life together until his passing on December 30, 2002. Their...
Joyce O'Neal
February 22, 2025
Joyce O'Neal, age 73, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Poteau, Oklahoma. She was born on February 5, 1952, to Irene (Hughes) Riddle and Port Athel "P.A." Riddle. Joyce was united in marriage to Lee Roy O'Neal on June 27, 1969, in Muldrow, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on January 1, 2024.
Joyce dedicated her career...
Brenda Rose Lasiter
February 22, 2025
Brenda Rose Lasiter, age 73, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on February 22, 2025. Born on October 16, 1951, in Sallisaw, she was the daughter of Betty Rose (Benge) Haddox and Noble Edward Haddox. Brenda's life was intertwined with love and dedication, highlighted by her marriage to James Henry Lasiter on January 18, 1969. She cherished their time together until...
Gracie Hickelheim
February 21, 2025
Memorial Service for Gracie Hickelheim, 64 of Gore, Oklahoma will be at 2:00 PM on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Blackgum Harvestime Church in Vian, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
She was born on January 14, 1961 in Muskogee, Oklahoma and passed away on February 21, 2025 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. She was married to Edward...
David Wendell Phelps
February 20, 2025
David Wendell Phelps, 60 of Roland, Oklahoma was born on July 18, 1964 in Kansas City, Kansas to Nina Lois (Carter) Phelps and Otis Joe Phelps and passed away on February 20, 2025 in Roland, Oklahoma. Mr. Phelps was a supervisor at Ashland.
Survivors are one daughter, Destini Ross of Van Buren, AR; one son, David Wendell Phelps, II and April...
Raymond "Shorty" Keith
February 20, 2025
Raymond "Shorty" Keith, age 67, of Brushy, Oklahoma, passed away on February 20, 2025, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. He was born on October 18, 1957, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Beatrice (Maddox) Keith and Sam Keith.
Raymond was united in marriage to Tawanna (Caughman) Keith on August 26, 1975, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. A devoted member of Rocky Point Baptist Church, he cherished his...
Kelly Glass
February 20, 2025
A family held memorial service for Kelly Glass, 62 of Sallisaw, Oklahoma will be at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at United Faith Church in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Cremation is under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
She was born on May 29, 1962 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma to Frances (Grady) Glass and Denver Glass and passed away...
Betty Lou Plank
February 19, 2025
Funeral services for Betty Lou Plank, 87, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Mineral Springs Freewill Baptist Church in Muldrow, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Blackjack Cemetery in Muldrow under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Betty was born on January 18, 1938, in Tuskegee, Oklahoma, to Lucy Alva...