Obituaries

Wanda Faye Long

Wanda Faye Long

Oct 30, 2025

Wanda Faye Long

Wanda Faye Long, age 85, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2025. She was born on November 8, 1939, to Harry Davidson and Floymae (Maxwell) Davidson.

Wanda was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose faith and family were at the center of her life. She was a devoted teacher...

Joe Clyde Eddings

Joe Clyde Eddings

Oct 16, 2025

Joe Clyde “Smokey” Eddings

Joe was born in Stilwell, Oklahoma, and passed away on October 16, 2025, at his home in Stilwell.

Joe Clyde Eddings, lovingly known as “Smokey,” passed away on October 16, 2025, at his home in Stilwell, Oklahoma. He was born in Stilwell to Joe and Juanita Eddings.

Smokey married Gwendolyn Jones, and the two shared over thirty years together....

Harley Joe Jordan

Harley Joe Jordan

Oct 9, 2025

Harley Joe Jordan, born on October 9, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on the same day in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Though Harley's life was brief, he is cherished and will be fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Harley is survived by his mother, Trista Wright, and his father, Wesley Jordan. He is also mourned by a loving extended family that...

Sharon Thomaston

Sharon Thomaston

Oct 6, 2025

Sharon Faye Thomaston went to meet her Maker on October 6, 2025, at 12:06 a.m. She has gone to a better place to be reunited with loved ones who passed before her. Sharon will be laid to rest beside her beloved son, Gregory Waits Sr.

She leaves behind five sons and one daughter: Clifford Skelton, Bill Skelton, Brian Waits, Joshua Waits,...

Edward Bunch

Edward Bunch

Oct 4, 2025

Edward "Eddie" Bunch departed from this world at the age of 55, in Tahlequah, OK, on October 4, 2025, surrounded by his family. Eddie was born July 1, 1970, in Tahlequah, OK, to William and Nancy Bunch.

He was a Christian by faith and a member of the Chuculate Church. Eddie had turned his life over to the Lord, having recently...

Deborah Kay Lincecum

Deborah Kay Lincecum

Sep 27, 2025

Deborah Kay Lincecum, age 68, of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Sequoyah Manor in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Roberts & Hart Funeral Home in Stilwell, Oklahoma.

Deborah was born on May 22, 1957, in Paragould, Arkansas, to Albert and Helen (Hensley) Mulhern. She...

Alburtia Stevens

Alburtia Stevens

Sep 21, 2025

Alburtia Stevens

Alburtia Stevens, daughter of Ervin and Gertrude Conwell, was born on October 3rd, 1925, in Marble City, Oklahoma, and departed this life to be with our Lord on September 21st, 2025, at the age of 99.

She graduated from HS and received some college and training before moving into the workforce. Alburtia then worked as a Secretary, Drafting Clerk and...

Darla Jean Turner

Darla Jean Turner

Sep 15, 2025

Darla Jean Turner, born on April 29, 1950, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, passed away on September 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and joyful memories. She was a dedicated mother, loving wife, and cherished friend who made the world brighter through her generous spirit.

Darla embraced life with an infectious enthusiasm that resonated with those around her. She found...

Janice Marie Wilson

Janice Marie Wilson

Sep 11, 2025

Janice Marie Wilson was born in Mesquite, Texas, to Roy and Ida Jones. She married John R. Wilson, who preceded her in death. In 1995, she moved to Proctor, Oklahoma, where she made her home.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, collecting dolls and was a devoted Elvis Presley fan.

She is survived by her four sons: Steve Wilson, Jimmy Wilson,...

Hershal Coy Dotson

Hershal Coy Dotson

Sep 3, 2025

Hershal Coy Dotson, age 85,  of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at the age of 85 years and 6 months. He was born in Berryville, Arkansas, to Lloyd and Evelyn Dotson on March 3rd, 1940.

Hershal spent his career working in the utility industry. After two years working for the Florida Keys Electric...

Patricia A Merrie

Patricia A Merrie

Sep 3, 2025

Patricia Ann Merrie Born Born on March 19, 1952, and passed away on September 3, 2025.

Patricia Ann Merrie, age 73, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on September 3, 2025. She was born on March 19, 1952, in Indio, California, to Coleman and Addie (Watts) Merrie.

Patricia lived a life full of joy and simple pleasures. She loved playing bingo, listening to gospel...

Kenny James Fitts

Kenny James Fitts

Aug 28, 2025

Kenny James Fitts, born December 7, 1960, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Kenny grew up in Westville, Oklahoma, and attended Westville schools. He worked in construction, building pole barns and fences, and had a talent for tinkering with small engines. A member of Mountain View Baptist Church, Kenny found his greatest joy in becoming...

Larry Winkler

Larry Winkler

Aug 24, 2025

Larry Dale Winkler of Kellyville, Oklahoma, departed from this world on August 24, 2025, at the Green Country Nursing Home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he spent his final days surrounded by love. Born on November 7, 1951, to Marion and Velma Winkler in the quaint town of Stilwell, Oklahoma, Larry grew up with a spirit of adventure and a passion...

Mary M. Limore

Mary M. Limore

Aug 18, 2025

Mary M. Limore, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Bunch, Oklahoma, on August 18, 2025, at the age of 91. Mary was born on December 7, 1933, in Hughes County, Oklahoma. Throughout her beautiful life, she was known for her strength, kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She carried with her...

Don Alfonso Trujillo

Don Alfonso Trujillo

Aug 5, 2025

Don Alfonso Trujillo, 70 years old, passed away on the afternoon of August 5, 2025, in Stilwell surrounded by his family. He was born on September 1, 1954, in Sacramento, CA.

An electromechanic, Don worked for the Regional Transit Authority for over thirty years. He retired to Oklahoma in 2010 and has been a resident of Stilwell since 2012.

He is predeceased...

Wilma Louise Luethje

Wilma Louise Luethje

Jul 31, 2025

Wilma Louise Taylor, affectionately known as a Wife, Mom, Grandma, Granny, and Sissy, was born on October 17, 1944, in Brady, Texas, to Joseph Perry Taylor and Willie Ann Taylor. She went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 80 years, 10 months, and 17 days in Siloam Springs, AR.

On July 4th, 1960,...

Jareth King

Jareth King

Jul 23, 2025

Today, we gather with broken hearts and heavy spirits to celebrate the life of Jareth Clay King—a son, a brother, a friend, a proud Cherokee man, and a light that always tried to make us laugh, even in the darkest moments.

Jareth was born on March 17th, 1994, and from the start, he had that special spark. He was the jokester...

Teresa Gonzalis

Teresa Gonzalis

Jul 19, 2025

It is with a heart full of love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Teresa Gonzalis, who left this world on July 19, 2025, at the age of 53. Born on March 1, 1972, Teresa brought joy to everyone around her, making every moment brighter with her contagious spirit.

Teresa was a person who truly appreciated the simple...

Loretta Dickson-Stacy

Loretta Dickson-Stacy

Jul 14, 2025

Loretta Dickson-Stacy, born on April 12, 1936, took her leave from this world on July 14, 2025. She was a beloved figure in her community, weaving her love into every stitch she sewed, every meal she cooked, and every child she bused to school.

Loretta had a full life, juggling many roles with grace. She spent thirty years working on the...

Uriel Hernandez

Uriel Hernandez

Jul 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Uriel Hernandez, who left this world on July 9, 2025, at the tender age of 16. Born on June 11, 2009, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Uriel brought joy, laughter, and love to all who knew him. He was cherished as a beloved son, devoted brother, and kind-hearted uncle who...