Tahlequah, Oklahoma Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tahlequah, Oklahoma & Surrounding Areas
Recent Obituaries
Marian Shirley
Sep 10, 2024
Marian (Fast) Shirley, 83, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Northeastern Health System after a brief illness and a long, happy life. Born October 7, 1940, in Lamar, Missouri, she was the only child of Howard "Lefty" and Phyllis (McCall) Fast. Marian cherished growing up in Lamar's tight-knit community, often sharing fond memories of...
Tinny Hall
Sep 10, 2024
Tinny Joyce Hall, 79, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. in an automobile accident in Loveland Colorado. She was born on May 8, 1945, to her loving parents, George Moss and Grace (Wine) Moss and throughout her life, she was a beacon of kindness and compassion to all those who knew her.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Wolf Eldridge
Sep 9, 2024
Wolf Conner Eldridge, 62, passed away in his home at Ft. Gibson, Oklahoma. Wolf delighted in his pastoral paradise, often tending to the deer and nearby wildlife. He was particularly proud of the opportunity to live at home while yet battling multiple sclerosis for over 20 years. Wolf was a warrior guided by a positive attitude passing words of encouragement,...
Roger Allen Vance
Sep 9, 2024
Roger Allen Vance, age 59, of Tahlequah, OK, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024.
He was born October 1, 1965, in Walla Walla, Washington, to Victor Vance and Sarah Rabbit.
On March 28, 2010, in Chouteau, Oklahoma, Roger married Sheryl L. Mast. Roger and Sheryl lived in the Gideon community of Tahlequah, OK, Cherokee County. They together enjoyed years of Church,...
Ana Rivera Quinones
Sep 9, 2024
Ana Victoria Rivera Quinones, 78, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, September 9, 2024, at Cherokee County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Mrs. Quinones was born April 15, 1946, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, to the late Carmelo Rivera and Georgina Quinones. She lived most of her life in New York. After retirement, she moved back to Puerto Rico and...
Oneta Winfree
Sep 8, 2024
Oneta Mae Winfree, a woman deeply cherished by her family and community, will be honored in a celebration of her vibrant life. Born on August 31, 1933, in Hulbert, Oklahoma, she joyously embraced her life's journey until she peacefully passed away on September 8, 2024.
Throughout her life, Oneta remained a pillar of strength and kindness, touching the lives of many...
Carolyn Lockwood
Aug 23, 2024
Carolyn Lockwood, of Proctor, Oklahoma, was called to native skies on August 23, 2024.
Carolyn was the daughter of Cecil (Bill) and Mae (Marshall) Hamilton and was born September 14, 1945, in Prairie Grove, Ark.
She will be missed by her children Leah Moore (Michael), Lacy Lockwood (Tonya), and adopted son Jose Guevara, as well as her brothers Robert Hamilton (Geneva), Odean...
Betty Hickman
Aug 20, 2024
Betty Jean Hickman, 83, of Welling, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Sequoyah Pointe Skilled Nursing and Therapy Center.
Mrs. Hickman was born August 5, 1941, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to the late Steve Jess Livingston and Opal Oma Stout Livingston. She received her education and graduated high school in Wichita, Kansas.
Mrs. Hickman worked and later...
Larry Lockwood
Aug 14, 2024
Surrounded by family, Larry Lockwood, of Proctor, Oklahoma, was called to the western skies on August 14, 2024. He was born on May 4, 1944 and leaves behind a lasting legacy for generations to come.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, from 4 PM until 7 PM at Hart Funeral Home in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
A Funeral Service to...
Elizabeth Tippin
Aug 14, 2024
Elizabeth Irene (Cazzell) Stout Tippin was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on February 14, 1931
and went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 14, 2024. She was preceded in death by
her parents, Mary (Grace) and Jess Cazzell; sister, Shirley Jones; and brothers, Bobby,
Charles and Ken.
Elizabeth worked for many years at Kerr McGee as...
Robert Hooper
Aug 12, 2024
Robert Jerome Hooper, born on April 6, 1982, in Tahlequah, OK, passed away on August 12, 2024, in his beloved hometown. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle and friend who brought joy to everyone around him.
Robert had a deep passion for reading and writing, often losing himself in the worlds created by his favorite authors. He loved listening to...
Alpha Bell
Aug 12, 2024
Alpha Laverne (Million) Bell was born September 2, 1943 to Gilbert Ray and Edith Gertrude (Eslinger) Million. She met Jimmy Marion Bell at the age of 12 when she began playing the piano at Mt. Zion General Baptist Church. They were married on December 16, 1959 and would have celebrated 65 years of marriage this coming December. To this union...
Theresa Wasson
Aug 7, 2024
Theresa Lynn Wasson, March 1,1954 - August 7, 2024
Theresa Lynn Wasson, born on March 1, 1954, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Earl and Ruby (Sellers) Green, she departed this life on August 7, 2024, at the age of 70. Theresa was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend, whose love and kindness touched the lives of many.
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Mabel Reichert
Aug 5, 2024
Mabel Krank Reichert Degenhardt, 98 yrs & still dancing & always joking.
Born in Savanna, OK in l926 - lived thru the Great Depression in a log cabin in Eldon OK near Tahlequah, OK & a creek to hand carry water to the cabin.
Funeral Service 9 AM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Hart Funeral Home, burial to follow...
Vicki Howton
Aug 2, 2024
Vicki Lynn Howton, loving wife, devoted mother, and doting grandmother, passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 72. Vicki was born on October 23, 1951, in Memphis, TN, and later graduated from West Mesa High School in Albuquerque, NM.
Vicki excelled at her job with dedication and hard work. Her hobbies included playing computer games, card...
Linda Qualls
Aug 1, 2024
Linda Kaye Qualls, a beloved member of the community and dedicated teacher, passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 76 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on November 20, 1947, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, to the late Homer Chancellor and Mary Edith (Salyer) Chancellor. Linda leaves behind a legacy of compassion and knowledge.
Throughout her life, Linda was a...
Shelton (Jr.) Maxey
Aug 1, 2024
Shelton (Jr) Maxey from Tahlequah Ok passed away in Tulsa Ok on August 1st, 2024, The world said goodbye to a man who embraced life with passion and joy, Jr enjoyed spending time at the casinos, watching wrestling and sports, traveling to different places, spending time with his grandchildren and hanging out with family and friends.
Jr was born on Nov...
Danny Cole
Jul 31, 2024
Danny Dale Cole, beloved son, father, and brother, passed away on July 31, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on February 3, 1956, in Tahlequah, OK, to the late Lewis Wilburn Cole and Martha Lue Cole (Thompson). Danny was a proud American Indian from Rose, OK. He was a skilled carpenter within the construction industry and known for his...
Brenda Lane
Jul 30, 2024
With a heavy heart yet a spirit full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the remarkable life of Brenda Joyce Lane, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend to many. Brenda's journey began on January 15, 1945, and reached its peaceful end on July 30, 2024, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Known for her unwavering love and dedication to her family, Brenda...
Katherine Cooper
Jul 26, 2024
Katherine ("Kathy") Sue Cooper, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at the age of 69.
Kathy was born on November 29, 1954 to John C. Cooper and Verna S. Dye Haney. She graduated from Dewey High School in 1973. She began working for Jane Phillips Medical Center after graduation. In 1975, she married Robert ("Bob") H....




