Obituaries

Rufus Pritchett

Rufus Pritchett

Jul 11, 2024

Rufus Pritchett, a beloved member of the Stilwell, Oklahoma community, passed away on July 11, 2024 His life, which began on August 13, 1948, was filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with his family and friends. Rufus will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his loved ones. He cherished spending time with his family and found solace in...

Juanita Braman

Juanita Braman

Jul 7, 2024

Juanita Braman age 75 of Westville, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024 at the Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Juanita Braman was born October 30, 1948 in Westville, Oklahoma to Julian M. and Beadie Mae (Willis) Wagnon. Juanita grew up in Westville, Oklahoma and graduated from the Westville High School in 1966. Juanita was married to Alfred Braman who preceded...

William "Jack" Williams

William "Jack" Williams

Jul 6, 2024

William M. (Jack) Williams, 95, of Westville, Oklahoma, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at St. Johns Medical Center in Tulsa.

Jack was born August 26,1928, in Chewey, Oklahoma, to the late Charlie Clifton Williams and Fannie May Hampton Williams. He attended school at Skelly Schools in Chewy.

Jack married Lilamaye Hammer on April 21, 1949, in Chewy, Oklahoma.

He was a farmer...

Thomas Clawson

Thomas Clawson

Jun 27, 2024

Thomas Ray Clawson III, proud husband and father, age 36 of Stilwell, Oklahoma, passed away on June 27th 2024.

Born in Poteau, Oklahoma, September 28, 1987 to Thomas Ray Clawson Jr. and Sheryl Kay Clawson. 

He graduated from Panola High School in 2006 and went on to attend truck driving school, making oilfield and specialized logistics his career. 

Thomas was a devoted and...

Kelsey Vann

Kelsey Vann

Jun 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kelsey Vann, who departed from this world on June 27, 2024. She was a beacon of light, illuminating every room she entered with her radiant and warm presence. Kelsey's life began on January 21, 1996, and in her short time on earth, she touched the lives of many with...

Alan Gann

Alan Gann

Jun 27, 2024

We pay tribute to the beloved Alan Dean Gann, a cherished son, brother, and friend known for his warmth, generosity, and love for his Cherokee/Euchee heritage. Alan, born on September 3, 1986, in Tahlequah, OK, tragically departed from this world on June 27, 2024, due to an accident. He was a proud member of the Cherokee/Euchee Nation, embodying its traditions...

David Soap

David Soap

Jun 25, 2024

Mr. David Lee Soap passed away on June 25, 2024, in Tulsa, born on January 3, 1962, in Tahlequah, OK,. David was a cherished member of the local community. Mr. Soap, a proud American Indian, was a brother, uncle, and friend who brought warmth and laughter to all those around him.

David leaves behind his devoted sister Darlene Soap,...

Nancy Gregory

Nancy Gregory

Jun 25, 2024

Nancy Alene (Runabout) Gregory was born on February 18, 1957, in Stilwell, Oklahoma.  She would pass from this life on June 25, 2024, at the age of 67.

Nancy loved gardening, flowers, sewing, and mostly spending time with her kids and grandkids. She loved to laugh! Nancy loved to hear a good joke and tell few jokes of her own. She...

Cherokee Parker

Cherokee Parker

Jun 23, 2024

Cherokee Rose Parker, a cherished member of the Westville community, was born on February 7, 1942, and peacefully passed away on June 23, 2024, at Quail Ridge Nursing Home. She will be profoundly missed by her family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.

Preceded in death by her parents, sister Chenoah Johnson, and husbands...

Leonard Vann

Leonard Vann

Jun 22, 2024

Leonard "Little Man" Vann, the son of Hooley and Martha (Hardbarger) Vann, was born in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, on February 4, 1951. Leonard departed this life on June 22, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 73.

Leonard was married to the love of his life Dianna Lynn "Pinkerton" Vann on November 19, 1988, and from this union, three children were...

Roman Guevara Netro

Roman Guevara Netro

Jun 21, 2024

Roman Guevara Netro passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2024. He was born on August 9, 1973 in El Cerrito de la Cruz San Luis Potosi, Mexico to his parents Gregoria Netro and Julian Guevara.

Roman will always be remembered for his willingness to go out of his to help anyone in need. His kind and compassionate nature touched...

Trinity Catcher

Trinity Catcher

Jun 20, 2024

In Loving Memory of Trinity Catcher

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sad passing of Trinity Catcher, a cherished daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend. Trinity, born on June 28, 2017, in Tahlequah, OK, brought immense joy and laughter to those around her. Her vibrant spirit graced the lives of all who knew her.

Trinity is survived by her loving...

Haskell McCully

Haskell McCully

Jun 15, 2024

Haskell McCully departed this life on June 15, 2024, in Stilwell, OK at the age of 88 years. 

 He was born on January 16, 1936, in Stilwell, OK to Lawson and Lucy (Johnson) McCully. Haskell McCully and Wanda Lea McCully (Brown) were married August 3, 1956, and their son Mike was born on November 24th, 1956, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 

 Haskell attended Stilwell...

Roy Kester

Roy Kester

Jun 10, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roy Lee Kester. Born on November 30, 1946, Roy peacefully departed from this world on June 10, 2024. A proud American Indian man, Roy exuded a love for cruising, attending Pow-Wows, and cherished the moments shared with his children and grandchildren.

Roy was preceded in death by...

Herman Teehee

Herman Teehee

Jun 6, 2024

Herman Lewis Teehee was born on August 19, 1966, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma to Salol Troy Teehee and Lula Soap Teehee, all life long residents of the Bell Community. He departed this life, surrounded by family on June 6, 2024, at the age of 57 years in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was an amazing husband, a loving and protective father, and the most...

Shirley Ann Sevenstar

Shirley Ann Sevenstar

Jun 6, 2024

Shirley Ann (Glass) Sevenstar was born on June 25th, 1954 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma to Lynch Glass Sr. and Fannie Mae Glass; she departed this life peacefully surrounded by family on June 6th, 2024 in Tahlequah Oklahoma at the age of 69 years.Mom was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church up until her health permitted her, but she kept strong...

Wanda Langley

Wanda Langley

Jun 3, 2024

Wanda Langley, a resident of Westville, passed away on July 3, 2024. She was born on December 25, 1973 to the late Richard and Cindy Langley.



Wanda will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and grace that will continue to live on in the hearts of those...

Michaela Dawn Shell

Michaela Dawn Shell

Jun 3, 2024

Michaela Dawn Shell, age 29, went home to be with our Lord on June 3, 2024.Michaela was born on May 8, 1995, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and graduated from Stilwell High School. She loved spending time with her babies and riding around just to pass the time. Her cooking was a talent that she was very proud of.Michaela was preceded in...

Edna Ruth Anderson

Edna Ruth Anderson

Jun 1, 2024

Edna Gaches Anderson was born on the 28th day of February 1946. She passed from this life on June 1, 2024.She was loved by many people. She was the kindest person and never met a stranger. In her earlier days she sang with her sister and her mother, Pearl Ruth Gaches. She grew up in Stilwell, Oklahoma. She picked cotton...

Jesse Christie

Jesse Christie

May 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jesse Christie, who departed from this world on May 24, 2024, at his home in Stilwell, Oklahoma.Born on November 14, 1982, Jesse was beloved by many. He was an avid fisherman, skateboarder, and enjoyed playing pool, darts, and horseshoes with friends and family.Jesse is preceded in death by his...