Obituaries

Daniel Owl

Daniel Owl

Jul 13, 2026

Daniel Lee Owl, Jr. was born on September 2, 1941, to Daniel Owl, Sr. and Lizzie Vann Owl. He entered into eternal rest on July 13, 2026, in Stilwell, Oklahoma.

Daniel was a man who found joy in life's simple pleasures and in the people he loved most. He was known for his playful spirit and loved cutting up and joking...

Retha Gale Morris

Retha Gale Morris

Jul 13, 2026

Retha Gale Morris, age 81, a beloved resident of the Peavine Community, will be remembered and celebrated for her vibrant spirit following her passing on July 13, 2026, at her home. A Celebration of Life service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Roberts and Hart Funeral Home in Stilwell, Oklahoma. Friends and family will...

Abraham Owl

Abraham Owl

Jul 12, 2026

Abraham Owl was born on March 1, 1953, and entered his eternal rest on July 12, 2026.

A lifelong resident of the Stilwell area, Abraham built a life rooted in family, tradition, and the simple joys of the outdoors. On November 16, 1974, he married the love of his life, Polly Owl. Together they shared 53 wonderful years of marriage, creating...

Nancy Hume

Nancy Hume

Jul 2, 2026

Nancy Marion Hume (Joseph), passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, at the age of 86. She was born October 8, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the beginning of a life that would carry her — quite literally — around the country.

As the devoted wife of James Franklin Hume, Nancy embraced the life of a military spouse with...

Michael Adam Littledeer

Michael Adam Littledeer

Jun 17, 2026

Michael Littledeer, 52, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born on November 1, 1973, to Louie Littledeer and Mary Canoe Scott.

On June 5, 1993, Michael married the love of his life, Martina Littledeer. Together they shared 33 years of marriage, building a life centered around love, family, and unwavering devotion to one another.

Michael was a...

Sherry Jean Simpson

Sherry Jean Simpson

Jun 15, 2026

Sherry Jean Simpson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, at the age of 79.

Sherry was known for her kind heart, loving spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family. Nothing brought her greater joy than spending time with those she loved, especially her cherished grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her kindness and gentle nature touched...

Shirley Brannon

Shirley Brannon

Jun 11, 2026

Shirley Brannon was born August 1st, 1949, in Bunch, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Dororthy and Leroy Girdner. She attended Hungry Mountain Grade School and Cave Springs High School. She passed from this life on June 11th, 2026, in her home surrounded by family. She was a beloved mother, cherished sister, amazing nanny, and friend.

Funeral Service: 2 PM, Tuesday,...

Margaret Ann Mendonca

Margaret Ann Mendonca

May 25, 2026

Margaret Mendonca, 78, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on May 25, 2026. She was born on February 21, 1948, to Jack and Margaret McCarthy. Margaret lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, and an unwavering love for her family.

Margaret never met a stranger. She was known throughout the community for her warm personality, infectious laughter, and...

Billy Arthur Rountree

Billy Arthur Rountree

May 17, 2026

Billy Arthur Rountree 

05/02/2026 - 05/17/2026

With profound sorrow and yet with a blessed assurance through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we announce the peaceful passing of Billy Arthur Rountree, affectionately known as Brother Bill, at the age of 94. He completed his earthly race on May 17, 2026, and has entered into his heavenly home, where there are no more...

John William Curry

John William Curry

May 9, 2026

John William Curry

May 2, 1949 – May 9, 2026

John William Curry passed away on May 9, 2026, at the age of 77.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Elsie Curry; his siblings, Michael Ray Curry, Mary Curry, Danny Dewayne Curry, Elsie Marie Ross, Paul Edward Curry, and James Curry; and his nephews, Jonny Curry and Ronny Curry.

John...

Eva Poindexter

Eva Poindexter

Apr 21, 2026

Eva Louise Poindexter 

June 23, 1958 - April 21, 2026 

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eva Louise Poindexter, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who left us on April 21, 2026, at the age of 67. Eva was born on June 23, 1958, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and spent her final years in Oaks, Oklahoma,...

Jimmie Collins

Jimmie Collins

Mar 31, 2026

Jimmie Collins, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026, in Stilwell, Oklahoma. Born on January 14, 1940, in Oktaha, Oklahoma, Jimmie was a simple man whose heart was as vast as the Oklahoma skies he called home.

Jimmie’s life was marked by a dedication to service and family. He proudly served his country for six years...

Woodrow Fourkiller

Woodrow Fourkiller

Mar 19, 2026

Woodrow Fourkiller, a lifelong resident of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away on March 19, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on November 23, 1939, in Stilwell, Woodrow’s life was marked by dedication to his family, community, and faith.

A proud veteran of the National Guard, Woodrow also built a distinguished career as a welder, earning his bachelor's degree along the way....

Jerry Flynn

Jerry Flynn

Mar 17, 2026

Jerry Flynn, a man whose laughter echoed through the hearts of all who knew him, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Duncan, Oklahoma. Born on April 4, 1968, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Jerry's life was a tapestry woven with humor, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family.

For thirty years, Jerry devoted himself to being a chicken catcher, a...

Jackie Wayne Soap

Jackie Wayne Soap

Mar 13, 2026

Jackie Wayne Soap of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Jackie was born January 11, 1967, in Stilwell to C.J. and Sally (Pritchett) Soap. He grew up in Stilwell and attended local schools. On June 3, 1989, he married Hazel (Duncan) Soap, who preceded him in death on November 13, 2019.

He...

Robert Hall

Robert Hall

Mar 13, 2026

Robert Alexander Hall, age 67, passed away on March 13, 2026, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on March 27, 1958, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to Richard and Lois (Alexander) Hall.

Robert moved from California to Lincoln, Arkansas, in 1993 and quickly made it his home. In 2003, he married the love of his life, Cindy, and together they built a...

Jimmy Ketcher

Jimmy Ketcher

Mar 10, 2026

Jimmy Ray Ketcher was born on May 23, 1959, in Stilwell, Oklahoma, to William Albert Ketcher and Francis Earline (Thurman) Ketcher. He passed away on March 10, 2026, in Eufaula, Oklahoma, at the age of 66.

Jimmy was a man who enjoyed the simple things in life and had a deep appreciation for the outdoors. He loved the ranch life and...

Hazel Marie Capps

Hazel Marie Capps

Mar 9, 2026

Hazel Marie Capps, age 76, passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2026. She was born on April 6, 1949, in Stilwell, Oklahoma, to William Burnett and Bertha Fay Denton.

Hazel spent the majority of her life in Lincoln, Arkansas, where she built a life filled with simple joys and cherished memories. She met the love of her life, Floyd Delaney, and...

April Unger

April Unger

Feb 27, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of April Dawn Unger on February 27, 2026, at the age of 51.

April was a devoted wife, a loving mother of two sons, a cherished daughter, and a sister. She was preceded in death by her mother, Wanda Long. She is survived by her husband, Greg Unger; her beloved...