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

May 2, 2024

Beverly Kate Leske, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in Tulsa, OK at the age of 70 years. She was born on January 22, 1954, in Akron, OH to Isaac and Dorothy Wilson.

She completed her education at Chaffey High School in Ontario, CA, where she laid the...

Apr 25, 2024

Kelly Lynn Wilson, a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, activist, and feminist, passed away on April 25th, 2024 at the age of 60 years. She leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and strength that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.

Born and raised in the small town of Coweta, Kelly was a woman of...

Apr 22, 2024

Vickie Darlene Hubbard, age 57, of Coweta, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024. She was born on March 3, 1967, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to parents Cecil Lee Collins and Clarice Margaret (Gerber) Collins. Growing up in Westville, Vickie was a proud graduate of Westville High School, class of 1985.

Vickie found particular joy in...

Apr 22, 2024

Christina Ann Essary, known affectionately as Christi, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Cornerstone Specialty Hospital in Muskogee, OK at the age of 48 years. She was born on February 6, 1976, in Tahlequah, OK to James William and Ruth Ella (Neal) King. Christi's vibrant spirit and joyous heart touched the lives of all who knew...

Apr 21, 2024

John Winford Denton, affectionately known as JW, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at OSU Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. He was born on May 13, 1935, in Coweta, OK to Jack and Pearl Leona (Forbes) Denton.

A proud graduate of Coweta High School in 1953, JW furthered his education at Northeastern State University in...

Apr 20, 2024

John Ray Gafford, age 68 passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on April 26, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Junior Ray Gafford and Lois Edna (Meyer) Gafford. After three decades of committed service, John retired in 2004, from Ford Motor Company. Outside of work, John loved to cheer on for his...

Apr 19, 2024

Andrew Jon Dotson, age 31, of Broken Arrow, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. He was born on July 9, 1992 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Tim and Janet Dotson. He lived a life marked by lots of laughs, charisma, and love.

He graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma and went on to run his...

Apr 15, 2024

Marie Gwinnup, age 80, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on September 1, 1943, in Maplesville, Alabama, to John Lucas Ratliff and Myrtie Mae (Nichols) Ratliff. On August 3, 1963, in Fort Worth, Texas, Marie married her...

Apr 13, 2024

Joyce Eileen (Horton) Long, age 60, of Broken Arrow, OK passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

Joyce was born on September 12, 1963, to Fred and Evelyn Horton in Great Bend, KS. She was one of four children: Rodger, Vicki, and Brian. In her early school years, the family relocated from Shattuck, OK to Liberal, KS,...

Apr 13, 2024

Donna Gail Shook, a nurturing light in the lives of all who knew her, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on July 8, 1948, in Mooreland, Oklahoma. Donna was a source of kindness and joy throughout her 75 years. Donna's life was anchored by her profound love for her family and the...

Apr 13, 2024

Carl James Brooks, aged 89, departed this world on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at his Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, home. He was born on October 24, 1934, in Bixby, Oklahoma, to parents Howard U. Brooks and Katie Jane (Price) Brooks. He married the love of his life, Betty Fay Brooks, on February 17, 1961, embarking on a union filled with...

Apr 10, 2024

Howard Doyle Johnson, age 69, departed this life on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, after a tragic accident in Coweta, Oklahoma. He was born on February 26, 1955, in Odessa, Texas to parents Horace Thomas “H T” Johnson and Beverly Jean (Dozier) Johnson. Howard's laughter will echo forever in the hearts of his beloved family. He leaves behind son, Jacoby...

Apr 9, 2024

Barbara Sue Chapman, age 79, resident of Coweta, OK, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, OK. She was born on February 28, 1945, in Fort Worth, TX and was the daughter of James C. Abernathy and Margaret Marie (Harley) Abernathy.

She was a proud graduate of Nathan Hale...

Apr 6, 2024

Orville Lee Mills was born in Bristow, Oklahoma on September 7, 1940, to Willie Elmer and Chloe Mills, and departed this life in Coweta, Oklahoma on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

Orville’s dad traveled a lot, roaming from state to state working on oil fields. On one of these travels, he met the love of his life, Paula...

Apr 5, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Florence Chambliss. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 29, 2024

Nicholas Ray Wisdom, affectionately known as Nick to his loved ones, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 50, in Coweta, OK. He was born on January 25, 1974, in Muskogee, OK. Nick grew up to be a warmhearted man, beloved by his family and all who knew him.

Nick was a 1994...

Mar 28, 2024

Linda Evelyn (Cobb) Kammerzell, passed away on March 28, 2024, at the age of 80 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, embracing tranquility after a life richly lived. Linda was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, on December 28, 1943, to her parents, Jesse James Cobb and Eleanor Rose (Estes) Cobb.

Her life was one of devotion and companionship, beautifully illustrated by...

Mar 25, 2024

Verlin James Meadows, age 73, resident of Wagoner, OK, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 25, 2024, at St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. He was born on March 21, 1951, in Coweta, OK to Jacob and Maxine (Dodson) Meadows.

A proud 1969 graduate of Coweta High School, Verlin went on to establish a fulfilling...

Mar 21, 2024

Billy Kent Hensinger, known as Bill to his many friends and family, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on March 21, 2024, at the age of 66. He was born in Bellevue, Ohio, on December 19, 1957, to parents Thomas Kent Hensinger and Joanne Elizabeth (Meyers) Hamblin. Bill graduated from Broken Arrow High School in 1976. Bill began his career...

Mar 20, 2024

Robert Lee Goree, Jr., age 59, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at his home in Haskell, Oklahoma. He was born on June 4, 1964, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He was a man of great humor and joy, frequently the source of laughter and smiles among those who knew him. Robert attended High School in Haskell, where he...