Ulysses Augusta Houston
Mar 23, 2009
Mr. Ulysses A. Houston, after 45 years, surrendered his soul on Monday, March 23, 2009 from his home in Muskogee. The Tribute will be on Saturday morning, March 28, 2009 at 10:00 AM in the Timothy Baptist Church. Pastor Kelly Payne, the Gracious Host, and Pastor J. E. Harris will Officiate. Burial will follow in the Booker T. Washington Cemetery...
Brycen Rashad Strong
Mar 20, 2009
Bryson Rashad Strong, in his 2nd year, took flight with Angels on Friday morning, March 20, 2009 from Okmulgee. We share tears together, as we remember him on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at the First Baptist Church of Summit. His earthly place of rest will be in the New Hope Cemetery at Oktaha, Oklahoma. You may visit...
Rochelle D. Dickerson
Mar 17, 2009
Rochelle Denise [McDade] Dickerson, in her 47th year, surrendered this life for a life eternal on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 from Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She arrived in Okmulgee, Oklahoma on October 12, 1961, the daughter of Clarence and Olivia [Williams] McDade. Rochelle grew up in Okmulgee, where she attended the public school system, ultimately graduating from Okmulgee...
Clara Bell Pickens
Mar 10, 2009
Mrs. Clara Bell Pickens, in her 73rd year, surrendered to the will of the Lord on Tuesday morning, March 10, 2009 from Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa. A loving mother, grandmother and friend, Mrs. Pickens was a resident of Sapulpa, Oklahoma and a faithful member of the Calvary Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be Saturday March 14, 2009 at 2PM...
William "Billy" Penn Pitman, Jr.
Mar 9, 2009
Mr. William Penn Pitman, Jr., after 57 years, passed from this life on March 9, 2009 from his home in Muskogee. Better known as "Billy" to family and friends, Mr. Pitman was a noted musician who enjoyed a variety of musical styles. He was a 1969 graduate of Muskogee Central High School, where he was voted "Mr. Irresistible" by his...
Alfred Carpenter, Jr.
Mar 8, 2009
Mr. Alfred Carpenter, Jr., after 79 seasons, left this life for a life eternal on Sunday, March 8, 2009 from OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City. The final salute will be on Friday, March 13, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. in the Greater Mount Carmel Baptist Church, 3721 Noerh Staton Drive in Oklahoma City. Dr. K. Gerone Free, Senior Pastor, will...
Minola Price
Mar 5, 2009
Services will be Tuesday March 10, 2009 at 11AM at Northside Christian Center located at 844 E. 46th Street North in Tulsa. Visitation will be Monday from 12Noon to 7PM.
Jacques Josayne Jones
Mar 2, 2009
Services for Mr. Jones will be Monday March 9, 2009 at 10AM at North Peoria Church of Christ in Tulsa.
Lora Mae Lewis
Mar 1, 2009
Services for Ms. Lewis will be Saturday March 7, 2009 at 11AM at World One For Christ Family Life Ministries located on 36th Street North in Tulsa. Visitation will be Friday from 12Noon to 7PM.
Tenita Devonne [Dedmon] Betts
Feb 27, 2009
Mrs. Tenita Devonne Betts, after 43 years, surrendered her soul to Jesus on Friday morning, February 27, 2009 from her home in Corsicana, Texas. A former resident of Muskogee, Tenita was a loving wife, devoted mother, sister, aunt and faithful friend to all who knew her. Friends near Corsicana, Texas may visit Tenita on Thursday at the St. Andrew United...
Doretha Louise [Crisp] Fennell
Feb 26, 2009
Mrs. Doretha C. Fenell, after 69 years with us, left this life for a life eternal from Muskogee on Thursday, February 26, 2009. She was born on September 13, 1939, the daughter of Alpha Omega and Amanda [Mills] Crisp. Doretha accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Her life showed the fruit of it. She was loving, kind and...
Delores Johnson
Feb 24, 2009
Delores Johnson made her final transition late Tuesday afternoon in Tulsa, Oklahoma, her birthplace. Services will be Monday March 2, 2009 at 11AM at Progressive Baptist Church. Visitation will be Sunday from 1PM to 4PM at the funeral home.
Sallie Alyce Taylor
Feb 24, 2009
Ms. Sally Taylor, a resident of Muskogee, passed away on Tuesday morning, February 24, 2009 in Muskogee. Funeral services will be private family services.
Lucious Durnel Martin
Feb 23, 2009
On April 30, 1962, a baby boy was born to Harold G. Martins, Sr., and Mary Debouse Martin. They named him Lucious Durnel Martin. Better known as "Hoss"by all of his friends, Lucious joined First Baptist Church of Rentiesville at an early age under the pastorage of the late Reverend. W. H. Phillips. He was a faithful member, singing in...
Lloyd Tarkington
Feb 23, 2009
Mr. Lloyd Tarkington, age 74 and a resident of Okmulgee, passed away on Monday, Feb. 23, 2009 in a Tulsa hospital. Mr. Tarkington was born in Okmulgee, the son of Richard and Letha [Andrew] Tarkington. He grew up in Okmulgee and attended school here. He worked for American St. Gobain Glass Company, City of Okmulgee and also in the Construction...
Albert Teague
Feb 20, 2009
On August 21, 1920, a son was born to Virgil and Bertha [Dansby Teague, and they named him Albert Vernos. Albert accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. He later served his Country Honorably in the United States Army during World War II. He was joined in Holy Matrimony to Muggie James Teague...
Bobby Lee Edwards
Feb 20, 2009
Bobbie Lee Edwards, after 68 season, passed from life to everlasting in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A lifelong resident of Rentiesville, Oklahoma, Mr. Edwards was born on November 4, 1941, the son of Clarence and Louise [Carr] Edwards. He attended school in Rentiesville and high school in Checotah, Oklahoma. Mr. Edwards accepted Christ at an early age and was bpatized by Reverend...
Patricia Ann Blakney
Feb 20, 2009
Mrs. Patricia A. Blakney, beloved wife of Pastor Warren Blakney, devoted mother, sister and friend, after 58 seasons, transitioned from earth to the bosom of Abraham to wait on "that great day" Friday, February 20, 2009 just after noon. Mrs. Blakney was a licensed realtor and a dear friend to all who knew her. She will be missed but never...
Clarence Daniel Hershey, Sr.
Feb 17, 2009
Mr. Clarence D. Hershey, age 82 and a resident of Muskogee, transitioned from life to everlasting on Tuesday night, February 17, 2009 from a local care facility. Clarence Daniel Hershey, Sr., after "Fourscore & Two Years," transitioned "Beyond Life's Gateway" on Tuesday evening, February 17, 2009 from Muskogee. Born in Muskogee on June 8, 1926 from the parentage of Fred...
Sheila Ann Sutton
Feb 8, 2009
On December 1, 1957, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, a daughter was born to Fred Sutton and Viola [Brown] Simpson. Their second child, they named this precious baby girl, Sheila Ann Sutton. Sheila was raised and educated in Muskogee, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Muskogee High School. She furthered her education by attending Connors State College, studying Criminal Law. Sheila worked...
