obituaries

Dec 13, 2025

Kenneth Ray Stier, 75, of Guthrie, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. Also known as Ken or Kenny, he was born in Oklahoma City on June 8, 1950.

Ken attended public schools in Oklahoma City going to Calvin Coolidge Elementary, Roosevelt Middle School,...

Dec 13, 2025

Richard Albert "Dick" Boucher, 85, of Gate, Oklahoma, died Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Oklahoma City.  Dick was born November 9, 1940, to Albert Arsine Boucher and Jennie Matilda (Maki) Boucher in Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

Dick served for four years in the United States Navy as a machinist.  He worked at Simonds Saw and Steel for 28 years...

Dec 13, 2025

Rudy L. Saunders, a beloved son, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, in his home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on August 17, 1950, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

​Rudy was the son of the late Haskell L. Saunders and Opal L. Saunders of Dibble, Oklahoma.

​He embraced the...

Dec 11, 2025

Doris May (Dodd) McClanahan, 90, of Blanchard, went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 11, 2025.  The daughter of Eulus Edward Dodd and Nellie Mable (McMillin) Dodd Ward, she was born alongside her twin sister and best friend, Delores, on February 14, 1935, in Blanchard.

Doris grew up as a farm girl and loved...

Dec 8, 2025

Pamela Jane (Denton) Lornes, 64, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, in Oklahoma City.  Pam lived in Edmond, Oklahoma with her husband, Ronald Lornes.  The daughter of Donald Marse and Mildred Isopohene (Rorie) Denton, Pam was born in Oklahoma City on March 3, 1961.

Pam enjoyed making crafts, crocheting, gardening and canning.  She especially loved being...

Dec 7, 2025

John Wesley Davis, Sr., 81, of Blanchard, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The son of Joseph Allen and Helen Roberta (Elledge) Davis, John was born on January 2, 1944, in Blanchard, where he spent his entire life.

John graduated from Blanchard High School and later married the love of his life,...

Dec 7, 2025

Lou Ellen McGaha, 88, was born on May 31, 1937, to Harland Arthur and Mozelle (Kirkham) Winnard in Oklahoma City. Lou passed away on December 7, 2025.

Lou was a hardworking woman who valued discipline and practicality. She played basketball and attended high school in Blanchard. In 1955, she married Donald Ray McGaha. The couple lived in...

Dec 5, 2025

Gary Richard York, 83, of Blanchard, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, surrounded by family at his home.  Gary was born on May 5, 1942, to Helen Gladys (Hopkins) York and Orville Leon York in Chickasha.

Gary grew up in Dibble and Cole, Oklahoma.  He attended Dibble Public Schools where he graduated as Valedictorian in 1960.  ...

Dec 3, 2025

Doris Darlene Valentin, 91, was born to Rev. Adrian Rudolph and Ruby H. Powell on December 8, 1933, in Cherryvale, Kansas. She passed away in Blanchard on December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Doris was a cool mom and an even cooler grandma, with a youthful spirit that made her easy to love and impossible...

Dec 3, 2025

Darrell Wayne Lattie, 67, of Newcastle, died Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at his home.  The son of Jimmie Leon Lattie and Judy Karen (King) Aragona, Darrell was born April 17, 1958, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Darrell was a veteran of the United States Army.  He worked as a truck driver for over 40 years for various companies.  ...

Nov 19, 2025

Senith (Stephens) Hickey, 81 years old, passed away on November 19, 2025, in Oklahoma City.  The daughter of Wallace Lowell Stephens and Verl (Hulse) Stephens, Senith was born in Brownfield, Texas on October 1, 1944.

Senith grew up in Brownfield and was a Brownfield High School graduate.  Senith worked for several years for the State of Texas...

Nov 19, 2025

Patsy Lee age 81 of Newcastle, passed away at her home on November 19, 2025. Patsy Ann Lee was born on March 26, 1944, in Oklahoma City to Robert Alvin Cavett and Lenys Carol Cavett (Guest). She grew up on the family farm in Newcastle, attended school there, and graduated with the Racer class of 1962. Patsy then attended...

Nov 18, 2025

Donna Maryte Bryant (Maciuzevicius) was born to her father and Natalia Maciulevicus on July 14, 1948, in Hanau, Germany. She passed away surrounded by her loved ones on November 18, 2025, in the comfort of her home.

Donna's life began far from Oklahoma, in the tight grip of a socialist Lithuania that shaped her backbone and her...

Nov 16, 2025

James Raymond "Jim" Burwell, Sr., 75, formerly of Moore, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in Claremore.  The son of Orbra Lee Burwell and Dorothy Mae (Selby) Burwell, Jim was born in Oklahoma City on June 9, 1950.

Jim served in the United States Navy before going to work as an electrician for several years.  After...

Nov 13, 2025

Donald Ray "Duck" Hendricks, 77, passed away at his home in Oklahoma City, on November 13, 2025.  The son of Joe Harding Hendricks and Eva Corrine (Smith) Hendricks Dorman, Don was born in Gracemont, Oklahoma on April 13, 1948.

Don met the love of his life, Norma Jean Royal, at the movies in Anadarko and instantly fell...

Nov 12, 2025

Tommy "Tinker" Ray Hafford, 72, was born in Eldorado, Illinois on April 4, 1953, to Dave and Betty Jean (Burton) Hafford. Tinker passed away in Oklahoma City on November 12, 2025.

Tinker left this world in the same spirit he lived it: always in motion, lifting others up, and never wasting a day. That restless energy never...

Nov 11, 2025

Betty Jo (Dugger) Mitchell, 95, was born on August 25, 1930, to Clarence and Retta Lea (Diel) Dugger in Blanchard, Oklahoma. She passed away on November 11, 2025. Betty grew up in Blanchard and married the love of her life, Vernon "Red" Dale Mitchell, on May 29, 1948, in their hometown. Soon after, they moved to Oakland, California, where...

Nov 9, 2025

With profound sadness and love, the family of Preslie B. Cole Jr., 85, of Blanchard, announces his passing on November 9, 2025. Preslie was born on March 9, 1940, in Hugo, OK, to the late Preslie B. Cole Sr. and Gladys Cole. He attended and graduated from Ada High School in 1958, then moved to Blanchard in 1960, where...

Nov 8, 2025

Clifford William "Bill" Smith, 91, of Blanchard, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025. The son of William Henry Smith and Mable Fern (Anthony) Smith, he was born October 16, 1934, in Purcell, Oklahoma.

Bill was a wonderful, warm-hearted man whose smile could light up even the cloudiest day. He carried a cheerful heart and a sweet, steady...

Nov 7, 2025

Elvia Gonzalez, 56, passed away on November 7, 2025, in Lexington, surrounded by family.  The daughter of Genaro Escobedo Gonzalez and Dominga (Villarreal) Gonzalez, Elvia was born in Mathis, Texas on August 2, 1969.

Elvia attended Valley Brook Church and liked to read her Bible.  She was a very optimistic lady and taught you to see the...