Local Obituaries for Families in Coweta and Broken Arrow, OK.
Margaret L. Brannon
Jun 2, 2025
Margaret L. Brannon, age 71, resident of Coweta, OK, entered into the Gates of Heaven on Monday morning, June 2, 2025. Services are pending at this time.
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Kenneth Ray Crowley
Jun 2, 2025
Kenneth Ray Crowley, age 76, resident of Claremore, OK, passed away on Monday morning, June 2, 2025. A private family service will be held for Kenneth.
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Kelsey Lin Byrd
May 29, 2025
Kelsey Lin Byrd, a cherished daughter, loving mother, and beloved sister, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. She was born on June 25, 1996, in Tulsa, OK to Kenneth Eugene and Kelly Ann (Canalus) Byrd. Kelsey's vibrant spirit and infectious smile brought joy to all who knew her throughout her...
Gary Robert Maxwell
May 28, 2025
Gary Robert Maxwell, age 71, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025, at his home in Coweta, OK. He was born on October 20, 1953, in Henryetta, OK to Bobby Linvel and Lillian Yvonne (Benton) Maxwell. Gary's life was one of dedication, love, and simple pleasures.
Gary attended Edison High School in Tulsa, OK. After completing...
Bobbye Jean Carpenter
May 24, 2025
Bobbye Jean Carpenter, age 94, resident of Broken Arrow, OK, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 24, 2025, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. She was born on July 8, 1930, in Henryetta, OK to Marline and Lola (Yates) Holly. Bobbye's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, family, and faith.
Bobbye's journey began...
Shelly Janice Rutherford
May 24, 2025
Shelly Janice Rutherford, age 61, resident of Wagoner, OK, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 24, 2025, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. She was born on December 8, 1963, in Tulsa, OK to Denver and Marcella (Murphy) Hubbard. Shelly's life was a testament to her strength, love, and unwavering spirit.
Shelly attended Inola Schools in Inola,...
Thomas "Sonny" Ralph Stone, III
May 22, 2025
Thomas Ralph Stone, III, affectionately known as "Sonny" to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at his home in Coweta, OK, on Thursday evening, May 22, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1940, in Muskogee, OK to Thomas Ralph Stone, Jr. and Mary Sue (Lipp) Stone.
Sonny attended Coweta schools and graduated from Coweta High School in 1958. His...
Anita Nell (Morgan) Brazinsky
May 19, 2025
Anita Nell (Morgan) Brazinsky entered the gates of Heaven on May 19th, 2025 at the age of 78, at BeeHive Assisted Living in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
She was born in Coweta, Oklahoma on November 14, 1946 to Albert and Iva Mae Morgan. Anita attended Coweta Public Schools, graduating in 1965. In high school, Anita was a leader on the varsity basketball...
Pattie Lou Childress
May 15, 2025
Pattie Lou Childress, age 87, resident of Owasso, OK (formerly of Haskell, OK), passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Owasso, OK. She was born on April 12, 1938, in Austin, AR to Ray and Alma (Holloway) Childress. Pattie's life was a testament to the enduring strength of family, faith, and community.
Pattie attended school in Haskell, OK and...
Lawrence O. Walker
May 12, 2025
Lawrence O. Walker, age 77, longtime resident of Coweta, passed away peacefully at his home in Coweta, OK, on Monday morning, May 12, 2025. He was born on January 11, 1948, in Tulsa, OK to Lawrence Granvell and Margaret Jane (Young) Walker. Lawrence's life was marked by his dedication to his family, his country, and his community.
Lawrence attended Coweta schools...
Billy Joe Gardenhire, Jr.
May 11, 2025
Billy Gardenhire, Jr., a man of quiet dignity and a keen analytical mind, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the age of 66 in Catoosa, Oklahoma. He was born to the late Billy Gardenhire, Sr. and Ruth (Garton) Gardenhire Moore on July 25, 1958, in Midwest City, Oklahoma. Billy sustained a spirit of resilience and simplicity.
A graduate...
Peggy Fern Hogan
May 10, 2025
Peggy Fern Hogan, age 86, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025. After an eight-month battle with cancer her final wish was to go to sleep and wake up in Heaven, which she accomplished with style. She was born on September 11, 1938, in Peggs, OK to Jack Denton and Pearl Forbes Denton.
She lived for...
Glen Calvin Collins
May 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and husband Glen Calvin Collins, who left us on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on June 13, 1956, in Downey, California, he lived a life marked by strength, humor, and an unwavering love for his family.
He leaves behind his wife and love of...
Elsie "Jean" Lewis
May 6, 2025
Elsie “Jean” (Simpson) Lewis was born to Charles Elman Simpson and Deborah Anna (Jackson) Simpson in Port Huron, Michigan on March 20, 1927. Jean married her high school sweetheart, Alfred York Lewis, right after high school, and before he had to leave for the Navy during World War II.
Jean worked at Mac & Dave’s Retail in Huntington, West Virginia after...
Andy Joe Hellinger
May 6, 2025
Andy Joe Hellinger, age 84, resident of Coweta, passed away peacefully at his home in Coweta, OK, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. He was born on November 29, 1940, in Langley, OK to Andrew John and Katie Evelyn (McClure) Hellinger. Andy's life was marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a love for the simple joys...
Fred David Guthrie, Jr.
May 5, 2025
Fred David Guthrie, Jr. began rejoicing in Heaven on Monday, May 5, 2025, after a valiant battle with cancer. His departure from this world took place at Southern Hills Rehab Center in Tulsa, OK, marking an end to his earthly suffering and the beginning of eternal peace in the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born on September 8, 1964, in...
Phyllis Ann Gilbert
May 3, 2025
Phyllis Ann Gilbert, a cherished matriarch, and long-time resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK at the age of 83. She was born on May 23, 1941, in Irwin, CA to Theodore “Ted” Winston and Rose Elmira (Howell) Gilbert. Phyllis's life was a testament to her resilience,...
Nicholas Lee Volz, Sr.
May 2, 2025
Nicholas Lee Volz, Sr., age 80, resident of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 2, 2025. He was born on July 25, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Leander A. and Anastasia Louise (Donahue) Volz.
After honorably serving his country in the United States Air Force, Nicholas built a successful career as a skilled trim carpenter...
Thomas James "Jim" McDuffie
May 1, 2025
Thomas James "Jim" McDuffie, age 82, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, May 1, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. He was born on June 2, 1942, in Baton Rouge, LA to Claude Allen and Nellie Mae (McDuffie) Foster. Jim's life was a testament to his unwavering spirit and the love he had for...
Joy Carver
Apr 30, 2025
Joy Carver, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Porter, OK, on Wednesday morning, April 30, 2025, at the age of 80. She was born on August 27, 1944, in Muskogee, OK to Custer Danny and Fannie O. (Pell) Allison. Joy's life was a testament to her name, as she brought happiness and...
