Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Coweta and Broken Arrow, OK.

Pamula Hoover

Pamula Hoover

Sep 11, 2025

Pamula Hoover, age 61, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Thursday evening, September 11, 2025, in Coweta, OK. Services are pending at this time with Brown Funeral Home in Coweta.

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Marie Francis Reese

Marie Francis Reese

Sep 11, 2025

Marie Francis Reese, age 93, resident of Broken Arrow, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 11, 2025, Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on June 2, 1932, in Coweta, Oklahoma to parents Charle Arthur and Geneva Bell (Mullins) Higgins.

Marie was married to the love of her life James “Jim” Thomas Reese on December 25,...

Das Yazzie

Das Yazzie

Sep 8, 2025

Das Yazzie passed away in his home on Monday morning, September 8, 2025, in Coweta, Oklahoma. Das was born on December 22, 1945, in Ganado, AZ, into the To’aheedlíinii Clan born for Kinyaa’áanii, Clan. He was an active member of Native Stone Baptist Church, and he was faithful to his loving Almighty God.

Das enjoyed yard work, creating furniture from scrap...

Walter "Sonny" George Simpson, Jr.

Walter "Sonny" George Simpson, Jr.

Sep 7, 2025

Walter George Simpson, Jr., affectionately known as "Sonny" to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 7, 2025, at The Legend at Tulsa Hills in Tulsa, OK. He was born on July 3, 1936, in Tulsa, OK. Sonny's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and his country.

Sonny attended school in Tulsa and...

Roberta Marie Reed

Roberta Marie Reed

Sep 6, 2025

Roberta Marie Reed, age 89, resident of Wagoner, OK, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. She was born on November 9, 1935, in Borger, TX to Ruffie William and Ramona Gertrude (Patrick) Gill.

Roberta was a dedicated and hardworking individual, whose career spanned various roles primarily in retail. She began her professional journey...

Martha (Mathis) Todd

Martha (Mathis) Todd

Sep 5, 2025

Martha (Mathis) Todd, age 92, resident of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, September 5, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. She was born on August 18, 1933, in Enid, OK to Ollie Van and Anita (Gallagher) Mathis. Martha's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and generous heart.

Martha's journey began in the small...

Phyllis Mae McLemore

Phyllis Mae McLemore

Sep 5, 2025

Phyllis Mae McLemore, age 86, of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, September 5, 2025, at Clarehouse in Tulsa, OK. She was born on August 9, 1939, in Peggs, OK to George Houston and Dolly Angeline (Littlefield) Whittington.

A 1957 graduate of Broken Arrow High School, Phyllis's nurturing spirit was evident early on. She married the love of...

Margaret Alice Abel

Margaret Alice Abel

Sep 2, 2025

Margaret “Nanny” Abel, age 87, of Broken Arrow, OK, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, surrounded by friends while playing “Bingo,” one of her favorite games.

Margaret was born on August 28, 1938, in Claremore, OK, to Tyler Augustus (Gus) Harrell and Alice Annabelle Clubb. She grew up in Jenks where she attended...

Richard "Steve" Nelson

Richard "Steve" Nelson

Aug 28, 2025

Richard "Steve" Nelson, age 77, resident of Coweta, OK passed away on Thursday evening, August 28, 2025 in Coweta, OK. There are no services planned for Steve.

George Edward Day, Jr.

George Edward Day, Jr.

Aug 20, 2025

George Edward Day, Jr., age 91, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. A private family service will be held for George.

Billie Bernice Liles

Billie Bernice Liles

Aug 20, 2025

Billie Bernice Liles, age 64, resident of Porter, OK, passed away on Wednesday morning, August 20, 2025. Services are pending at this time with Brown Funeral Home in Coweta.

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Kurt Allen Cherry

Kurt Allen Cherry

Aug 12, 2025

Kurt Allen Cherry, age 66, passed away Tuesday morning, August 12, 2025, at Coweta Care and Rehab, in Coweta, Oklahoma. Kurt was born on March 1, 1959, in Ohio to parents James Alvin and Athella Cecillia (Witt) Cherry. Kurt found peace in being outdoors and enjoyed working with cars. 

Kurt is proceeded in death by his parents, and one brother. Kurt...

Michael Clinton "Clint" Jay

Michael Clinton "Clint" Jay

Aug 6, 2025

Michael Clinton Jay, affectionately known as Clint, age 60, resident of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, August 6, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. He was born on April 28, 1965, in Broken Arrow, OK to Billy Clinton and Joyce Earlene (Schauffler) Jay. Clint's zest for life and his infectious smile left a lasting...

William "Bill" Virgil Watkins

William "Bill" Virgil Watkins

Aug 5, 2025

William Virgil Watkins, a man whose life was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of service, adventure, and enduring love, embarked on his final flight on August 5, 2025, in Claremore, Oklahoma. Born in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, on January 8, 1948, Bill, as he was affectionately known, carried the spirit of his Osage heritage throughout his remarkable journey.

Growing up in Pawhuska,...

James "Jim" Ward Vandiver

James "Jim" Ward Vandiver

Aug 5, 2025

Jim Vandiver, a man of faith and dedication, left this world on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the age of 79, with a legacy defined by devotion to his family, service to his country, and a heart filled with melodies of gospel music. He was born on September 17, 1945, in Gravette, Arkansas, to James Clyde Vandiver and Geraldine Sunshine...

Pamela "Pam" Gay Brown

Pamela "Pam" Gay Brown

Aug 5, 2025

Pamela Gay Brown, affectionately known as Pam, age 64, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Tuesday evening, August 5, 2025 at her home in Coweta, OK surrounded by her family. She was born on June 21, 1961, in Carlsbad, NM to Freddy Ray Crabtree and Norma Ann (Smith) Beeman. Pam's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and...

Stevan Gene Heronemus

Stevan Gene Heronemus

Aug 5, 2025

Stevan Gene Heronemus, age 76, a man known for his analytical mind, handy skills, and courageous spirit, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in Haskell, OK. He was born on April 22, 1949, in Scott City, KS, to parents Leroy and Madonna Heronemus. Stevan's life was marked by a fierce dedication to his family, service to his community, and...

Loren Eugene Graham

Loren Eugene Graham

Aug 4, 2025

Loren Eugene Graham, age 89, lifelong resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, August 4, 2025, at the Broken Arrow Nursing Home in Broken Arrow, OK. He was born on June 5, 1936, in Broken Arrow, OK to Odie and Anna Mae (Pitcock) Graham. Loren's life was one marked by dedication, laughter, and love.

Loren attended Coweta Public...

Douglas "Doug" Eugene Forsman

Douglas "Doug" Eugene Forsman

Jul 31, 2025

Douglas Eugene Forsman, known affectionately as Doug to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at his home in Coweta, OK, on Thursday morning, July 31, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on September 9, 1942, in Tulsa, OK to Roy Eugene and Vivian June (Brown) Forsman.

Doug's early years were spent in Tulsa, where he graduated from...

Virgil S. "Junior" Quinalty

Virgil S. "Junior" Quinalty

Jul 31, 2025

Virgil S. "Junior" Quinalty, age 84, resident of Tulsa, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, July 31, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. He was born on December 9, 1940, in Seminole, OK to Virgil Enoch and Mary Ida (Bowen) Quinalty. Junior's life was a testament to his unwavering love for his family, his country, and his...

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