Obituaries

Eastern Oklahoma Obituaries

Lorraine Smith

Lorraine Smith

Nov 8, 2026

Ms. Lorraine Smith, in her 73rd year, "left this life for Everlasting Life" on Sunday morning, November 8, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma with her loving family near her side.

Services are currently pending at this time in The People's Chapel of Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors In., of Muskogee.

LOCAL FLORIST: lakelandflorist.com (918)687-7574

Melvin L. Atkins

Melvin L. Atkins

Nov 6, 2026

Mr. Melvin L. Atkins, in his 77th year, transitioned from "Labor to Refreshment" on Friday evening, November 6, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his loving family near his side. 

The Hour of Remembrance for Melvin will commence on Saturday morning, November 14, 2026 at the Tenth Hour in The All Faiths Chapel of Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors Inc., of Tulsa.

Burial...

Ms. Loretta Howard

Ms. Loretta Howard

Nov 6, 2026

Ms. Loretta Howard, in her 73rd Season, peacefully transitioned to Eternal Rest on Friday evening, November 6, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by her Family.

Services for Ms. Howard are currently pending with Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc.- Tulsa.

You may order flowers: (918) 687-7574 or lakelandflorist.com 

Mr. Charles Vincent Owens

Mr. Charles Vincent Owens

Nov 3, 2026

Mr. Charles Vincent Owens in his 44th Season surrendered his Soul to the Lord on November 3rd, 2026, from Tulsa, Oklahoma surrounded by Family and Friends.

Mr. Owens Celebration of Life is currently pending with Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc. - Tulsa.

You may order flowers: (918) 687-7574 or lakelandflorist.com 

Lillie Pearl Pankey

Lillie Pearl Pankey

Nov 3, 2026

Mrs. Lillie Pearl Pankey, in her 72nd season of life, transitioned from Earth to Glory on Tuesday afternoon, November 3, 2026 with her loving family by her side in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

A Memorial Service to reflect upon Lillie's life will commence on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at the Eleventh Hour in the most holy sanctuary of First Baptist Church South in...

Leon Williams, Jr.

Leon Williams, Jr.

Nov 2, 2026

Mr. Leon Williams, Jr., at the age of 75, transitioned to Eternal Peace on Monday, November 2, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The Hour of Remembrance will commence on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in the Kingdom of Faith & Deliverance Church.

Visitation for Mr. Leon Williams, Jr. will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, between the hours of 1:00...

Dazetta Ometha King

Dazetta Ometha King

Nov 2, 2026

Ms. Dazetta Ometha King, after 77 years with us, "dozed into Perfect Peace" on Monday, November 2, 2026 from her home in Slick, Oklahoma.

The Sacred Farewell for Dazetta will commence on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at the Eleventh Hour in the most holy sanctuary of Trinity Bristow Church where Pastor John Tidwell is the gracious host, Pastor Phil Tottress will...

Bessie Lee Calvin

Bessie Lee Calvin

Nov 2, 2026

Mrs. Bessie Lee Calvin, at the age of 78, transitioned to Eternal Peace on Monday, November 2, 2026, from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

No services are planned at this time.

Sheila Deneene Harris President

Sheila Deneene Harris President

Oct 30, 2026

Ms. Sheila Deneene President Harris in her 61st Season Transitioned to Eternal Rest on October 30, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Memorial Services will be Private.

Patricia Ann Burns

Patricia Ann Burns

Oct 28, 2026

Patricia Ann (House) Burns was born on January 4, 1950, in Langston, Oklahoma, to John Wesley and Jeanette House. She was the tenth of their eleven children, and her arrival on her parents’ wedding anniversary made an already meaningful day even more special.

Affectionately known as “Pat,” she began her education in Langston Schools. When Guthrie High School was integrated before...

Dorothy Marie Hall-Jackson

Dorothy Marie Hall-Jackson

Oct 28, 2026

Ms. Dorothy Marie Hall-Jackson after 77 Seasons Transitioned to Eternal Rest on October 28, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Services will will be Saturday November 14, 2026 - 11AM at Praise Christian Faith Center at 4748 S. 31st W. Ave.  Tulsa, Oklahoma 74107

Interment will follow at Booker T. Washington Cemetery in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

Friends may visit Ms. Hall-Jackson Saturday November 14, 2026 from...

Antonio Maurice Wilson, Jr.

Antonio Maurice Wilson, Jr.

Oct 26, 2026

*** The Service For Mr. Antonio M. Wilson Jr.,  will be streamed via our Facebook Page ( Biglow Funerals Inc. ) 

on "Facebook Live beginning at 11:00AM*** The link is provided below. 

https://www. facebook.com/Biglow-Funerals-Inc-365029870361957/

Mr. Antonio M. Wilson, Jr., at the age of 36, went on to be with the Lord on Monday, October 26, 2026, from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The Celebration of Life...

James Leroy Ross

James Leroy Ross

Oct 22, 2026

James Leroy Ross was born on February 2, 1943, to Israel Ross and Pearline Evitt-Ross. He was raised by Floyd Vann Sr., affectionately known as “Pop.”

James attended Booker T. Washington High School, graduating in 1961. During his high school years, he played baseball. After graduation, he joined the United States Army, where he served honorably as an equipment operator and...

Cynthia Kaye Turner

Cynthia Kaye Turner

Oct 20, 2026

*** The Service For Ms.Cynthia Kaye Turner, will be streamed via our Facebook Page ( Biglow Funerals Inc. )

on "Facebook Live beginning at 10:00AM*** The link is provided below.

https://www. facebook.com/Biglow-Funerals-Inc-365029870361957/

Ms. Cynthia Kaye Turner, at the age 67, transitioned to Eternal Peace on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The Hour of Rememberance will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026...

Rebecca Denise James

Rebecca Denise James

Oct 20, 2026

Mrs. Rebecca James, in her 64th Season Transitioned to Eternal Rest on October 20, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Memorial Services will be Saturday October 24, 2026 at 2PM inside Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc. - Tulsa Chapel.

Willie Jane Thompson-Brown

Willie Jane Thompson-Brown

Oct 20, 2026

Mrs. Willie Jane Thompsonp-Brown, a resident of Okmulgee, after 88 years of life, was "Beckoned by the Master" on Tuesday morning, October 20, 2026, from her home, surrounded by her loving family.

No public ceremony is planned, with cremation under the auspicies of the Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc., of Okmulgee.

Florence Rex-Stroud

Florence Rex-Stroud

Oct 17, 2026

Ms. Florence Rex-Stroud, in her 89th year, surrendered her soul on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The Hour of Remembrance will commence on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Eleventh Hour in the most holy sanctuary of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, with Pastor Chaz Glover graciously serving as host.

You may visit her as she slumbers in peaceful repose on...

Jamal Louis Smith

Jamal Louis Smith

Oct 15, 2026

*** The Service for Mr. Jamal "Casey" Smith will be streamed via our Facebook Page (Biglow Funerals Inc.) on "Facebook Live beginning at 1:50PM on Saturday November 7th, 2026

*** The link is provided below.

https://www. facebook.com/Biglow-Funerals-Inc-365029870361957/ 

Jamal “Casey” Smith

September 17, 1974 – October 15, 2026

Jamal “Casey” Smith was born on September 17, 1974, in Queens, New York and passed away on October...

Sandra Yvonne Williams

Sandra Yvonne Williams

Oct 14, 2026

*** The Service For Mrs. Sandra Y. Williams will be streamed via our Facebook Page ( Biglow Funerals Inc. ) on "Facebook Live beginning at 11:50AM on Saturday, October 31st, 2026

*** The link is provided below.

https://www. facebook.com/Biglow-Funerals-Inc-365029870361957/

Sandra Yvonne Williams, affectionately known as "Suga" to her grandchildren, was born on December 12, 1958, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born to Charles...

Carolyn Marie Sewell

Carolyn Marie Sewell

Oct 12, 2026

Ms. Carolyn Marie Sewell after 70 years, 11 months and 19 days peacefully Transitioned to Rest on October 12, 2026 in Marshall, Texas surrounded by Family.

Friends and Family may Visit Ms. Sewell as she slumbers peacefully in the All Faith's Chapel of Keith D. Biglow Funeral Directors, Inc. - Tulsa between the hours of 1pm - 5pm on Thursday, October...

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