Obituaries

Jan 20, 2025

Herman Walker Sr., aged 71, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. Born on June 7, 1953, in Boynton, Oklahoma to Leo Herbert Sr.  and Eddie (Syas) Walker. Herman was known for his gentle and loving nature, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need.

Herman went to Boynton High School where he played...

Jan 18, 2025

On September 4, 1942, in Boynton, OK, a precious baby girl was welcomed into this world born into the married union of Corinzo Benjamin Smith and Flora Mae Nunley. They named their beautiful daughter Wyvette, the oldest of ten siblings.

She grew up in Boynton, OK as a little girl and attended Sugar Creek Elementary School on...

Jan 18, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Ronald Edward "Ronnie B" Billings, a devoted son, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, and friend who lived a life rooted in service, love, and unwavering loyalty.

Ronnie was born on March 7, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas to Willie Sr. and Amelia Billings.  The family would...

Jan 16, 2025

Mrs. Annie Ophelia Jeffrey, in her 58th season, Transitioned to Eternal Rest on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from Tulsa, OK.

Funeral Services for Annie will be Saturday February 15, 2025 at High Noon at the Greater New Faith Ministries - 1535 E. 6th St.  Okmulgee, Oklahoma.

Visitation will be Friday from 1PM until 6PM in...

Jan 16, 2025

***The Service For Ms. Marcella Denise Sanders will be streamed via Central Missionary Baptist Church's Facebook Page

on "Facebook Live beginning at 3:00PM*** The link is provided below:

https://www.facebook.com/share/15Z2bRQMQk/?mibextid=wwXIfr

" This is my story...."

A Time To Be Born:

In the Winter of...

Jan 16, 2025

On January 12, 1977, the late Marvin Smith, Sr. and Sandra Cobb were blessed with a daughter they named, Shakera Wynetta Cobb, in Oklahoma City, OK. At the age of 4, Shakera, her mom and 4 brothers moved to Okmulgee, OK where Shakera started kindergarten at Banica Kindergarten School. She then attended Westside Elementary for 1st through 5th grade...

Jan 15, 2025

Gerald Edwin Payne, 64, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on January 15, 2025. He was born on July 17, 1960, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, to Barbara Barnett-Payne and Jimmy West. He spent most of his childhood in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, where he created lasting memories with his siblings and mother.

Gerald leaves behind three daughters: Tamera Owens, Cheryl Antwine,...

Jan 15, 2025

Ronald Roy Shelton (Bug) was born on July 9, 1944 to Isaiah "Buster" Shelton and Evelyn (Davis) Shelton in Boley, Oklahoma. He was one of eight children born to this union.

Ronald attended Boley High School and graduated class of 1963.

Ronald loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping, fishing, and yard work. He found peace...

Jan 12, 2025

Garry Colquhoun Kemp August 28, 1934 – January 12, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Garry Colquhoun Kemp, who died January 12, 2025. Garry led an extraordinary life filled with passion, creativity, and a dedication to the arts.

Born on August 28, 1934, in London, England, Garry was the second son...

Jan 11, 2025

Ms. Kandra Kay McCoy passed away on January 11, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

She was born August 14, 1953 as Kandra Keagle in Battle Creek, Michigan to Kenneth Keagle and Olga Giddens (Chopper)

Memorial Services will be Private.

Jan 10, 2025

Ms. Loletha Prudom, in her 96th Season Transitioned to Eternal Rest on January 10, 2025.

Funeral Mass will commence on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 11:30 AM in the St. Augustine Catholic Church - Tulsa.

Viewing for Mrs. Prudom will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in the...

Jan 7, 2025

Memorial Services for Ms. Josita Baker will be Saturday January 11, 2025 at 4PM at The Metropolitan Baptist Church - Tulsa.

Floral Arrangements will be accepted in our Tulsa Chapel on Friday January 10 from 10AM until 5PM.

In Lieu of flowers, Family of Ms. Josita Baker are asking to support their donation efforts:

Jan 7, 2025

Mr. Ollie David Howell, in his 76th year of life, dozed into Eternal Slumber on Tuesday morning, January 7, 2025, with his loving family near his side in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

The Final Tribute to honor Mr. Howell's life will commence on Friday, January 17, 2025 at High Noon in the most holy sanctuary of Antioch Baptist Church...

Jan 5, 2025

Mrs. Raiena Cheri Johnson, in her 43rd year, "Finished Early" on Sunday afternoon, January 5, 2025 with her loving family near.

Affectionately referred to as "Nina", Mrs. Johnson was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend to all she shared her lifetime with.

The Hour of Remembrance, to share her precious memory will commence...

Jan 1, 2025

Ms. Ella Mae Gresham, after 77 Seasons, Transitioned to Life Eternal on Wednesday January 1, 2025 in Tulsa.

Services will be Friday January 10, 2025 at 10AM at World Won For Christ Family Life Ministry - 2121 N. Harvard Ave.  Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Visitation for Ms. Gresham will be Thursday January 9, 2025 from 1PM until...

Dec 30, 2024

Mr. Frederick Hill Behn III, in his 76th Season of life, transitioned to Eternal Peace on the morning of December 30, 2024 in Rancho Cucamonga, California with his family near his side.

The Final Salute for Mr. Behn will commence on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 10:30AM in the Robinson Rentie Community Center Cemetery near Henryetta, Oklahoma....

Dec 29, 2024

In her 94th Season, Ms. Irene Grant made her Earthly Transition Sunday Morning December 29, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Services will be Saturday January 11, 2025 at 12Noon at Greater Grace Church - Tulsa.

Visitation will be on Friday January 10, 2025 from 1PM until 6PM in Tulsa.

Interment will take place at...

Dec 29, 2024

Donna Butterfield, born on March 8, 1957, passed away peacefully surrounded by her five daughters, her "girls," on December 29, 2024, at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She left this world and ascended into God's loving embrace smiling and listening to "Amazing Grace" by one of her favorite artists Reba McEntire.

Donna was a loving mother...

Dec 27, 2024

Ms. Cleshona Brewer, after 52 Seasons transitioned to Eternal Rest on The Evening of Friday December 27, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Services will be Wednesday January 8, 2025 at 1PM inside Biglow's All Faiths Chapel in Tulsa.

Visitation will be Tuesday January 7, 2025 from 1PM until 6PM in Tulsa.

Local Florist: Lakeland...

Dec 25, 2024

On September 22, 1930, a baby girl was born to Pinkie and John Lottie Anders in Idabel, Oklahoma.  They named her Opal Lee.

Opal received her formal education in Idabel, Oklahoma and Summit, Oklahoma.  Later in life, she met and married James Charles McDaniel on June 6, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri and they remained married 55...