Local Obituaries for Families in Coweta and Broken Arrow, OK.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Vikki Anne Bush
Jul 28, 2025
Vikki Anne Bush, age 67, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, in Coweta, OK. She was born on January 12, 1958, in Tulsa, OK to David Joe and Paulie Jeanne (Ratliff) Melton. Vikki's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and spirited adventure.
Vikki grew up in Tulsa, where she attended Webster High School, graduating...
Johnny Bruce Waller, Jr.
Jul 25, 2025
Johnny Bruce Waller, Jr., age 81, of Haskell, OK, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025, at The Springs in Muskogee, OK. He was born on December 8, 1943, in Fort Worth, TX to John Bruce and Juanita Ruth (Gilliam) Waller. Johnny's life was a testament to his enduring spirit and love for his family.
After graduating from Seagraves High...
Lola Pauline Hewitt
Jul 18, 2025
Lola Pauline Hewitt, age 83, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, July 18, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 22, 1941, in Coweta, Oklahoma to Carl and Rosie Bell (Murray) Greene. Pauline's early years in Coweta Public Schools were marked by her warm smile and generous spirit, which made her a beloved...
Janice Lee Hopkins
Jul 11, 2025
Janice Lee Hopkins, aged 82, departed this life on Friday, July 11, 2025, in Coweta, Oklahoma. She was born on January 1, 1943, in San Bernardino, California. Janice lived a life marked by devotion to family, a gift for creativity, and an unshakeable spirit of generosity.
The daughter of Joseph Reuben Hammons, Sr. and Alice Marie (Holt) Hammons, she grew alongside...
Sandra Joe Neal
Jul 10, 2025
Sandra Joe Neal, age 72, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, July 10, 2025, at Hillcrest Hospital South in Tulsa, OK. She was born on January 6, 1953, in Muskogee, OK to parents Delbert and Helen Marie (Carn) Enkey. Sandra's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the simple joys that make...
Doris Jean Phillips
Jul 3, 2025
Doris Jean (Richardson) Phillips, age 67, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. She was born on April 9, 1958, in Longview, CA to Clyde Eugene and Mary Maybell (Lane) Richardson. Doris's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family and her dedication to caring for...
Dwight Edward Martin
Jul 2, 2025
Dwight Edward Martin, age 77, resident of Haskell, OK, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Haskell, OK. He was born on February 7, 1948, in Coweta, OK to Glen Otis and Marie Evelyn (Swartwood) Martin. Dwight's life was one of service, love, and dedication to his family.
Dwight attended Coweta schools until the 4th grade before moving on to...
Shannon Lynn Wiley
Jun 30, 2025
In loving memory of Shannon Lynn Wiley, age 45, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Monday, June 30, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born in Wagoner on December 30, 1979, to parents Darrell Russell and Jessie Norton. Shannon's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the simple joys that make life beautiful.
Shannon's journey through...
Sharon Kay Myers
Jun 27, 2025
Sharon Kay Myers, age 80, resident of Tulsa, OK, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. She was born on July 6, 1944, in Shawnee, OK to John Calendar and Lily Irene Tucker. Sharon's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, a commitment to her work, and a passion for...
Danette Lynn Gunter
Jun 26, 2025
Danette Lynn Gunter, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully at her home in Wagoner, OK, on Thursday evening, June 26, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1968, in Tulsa, OK to Jackie Lynn Keele and Pamela Loree Rampey. She was a beacon of love and joy to all who knew her throughout her 56...
James Udell Butler
Jun 22, 2025
James Udell Butler, age 92, of Mounds, Oklahoma, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 peacefully at home. He was born on September 1, 1932, in Yonkers, Oklahoma, to Phillip and Essie Butler, both of whom preceded him in death. He married Betty Fae (Reschke) Butler on February 16, 1952, in Hutchinson, Kansas.
He is survived by his four children, Della...
