Obituaries

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...

Dec 23, 2024

Mr. Eldredge Jackson, in his 57th Season, Received His Rest on Monday December 23, 2024.

The Services to Honor Mr. Jackson will be Friday January 3, 2025 at 11Am at Friendship Church - Tulsa.

Floral Arrangements will be accepted at our Tulsa Location on Thursday January 2, 2025 from 10AM until 5PM.

Local...

Dec 23, 2024

Mr. Roney Lee Wilson, after 69 years, transitioned from labor to refreshment on Monday afternoon, December 23, 2024 in Okmulgee.

The final hour with Mr. Wilson will commence on Friday morning, January 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Love International Christian Ministries, 721 North Hilman, Okmulgee, Oklahoma.  Burial will follow with Military Honors in the Fort Gibson...

Dec 21, 2024

Mrs. Edna Ruth Leeks, in her 71st year, transitioned from "Earth to Everlasting" on Saturday afternoon, December 21, 2024 from Muskogee, Oklahoma.

The Hour of Remembrance to reflect upon her life, her legacy, her love for her family will be on Saturday morning, December 28, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the most holy sanctuary of the Rayfield...

Dec 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Yemane Thomas Andu Jr. who left this world far too soon at the tender age of 17.

Born on July 22, 2007, Yemane was a vibrant, loving, and determined young man who brought light into the lives of everyone who knew him. Known...

Dec 20, 2024

Services for Mr. Bobby Culbreath will be Friday December 27, 2024 - 11AM inside Biglow's All Faiths Chapel in Tulsa.

Interment will follow at Green Acres Memorial Gardens.

Friends may visit Mr. Culbreath on Thursday from 1PM until 6PM in the Tulsa Chapel.  Floral Arrangements will be accepted during this time.

Local Florist:...