Joan Foreman

Feb 19, 2025

Joan Downing Foreman, 83, of Oaks, Oklahoma, passed away February 19, 2025.

Joan was born January 22, 1942, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to the late Joseph and Hattie Leach Downing. 

In 1959, she met the love of her life, Houston Foreman. They spent 52 years together until God called Mr. Foreman home in July of 2011.

Joan was quick-witted and had love for everyone....

LJ "Jake" Scott

Feb 19, 2025

LJ "Jake" Scott, was a caring father, husband, grandfather, and friend. He left this world on February 19, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Mr. Scott was born on October 30, 1939, in Marysville, California. He relocated to Adair County during his childhood and completed his education at Westville High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. National Guard where he served...

Tamara Perry

Feb 19, 2025

Tamara "Tammy" Michelle Perry, a cherished member of the Tahlequah community, peacefully passed away on February 19, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on January 13, 1975, in Siloam Springs, AR, she was the daughter of Daniel Ward and Betty (Shankle) Lee. Tammy will be remembered for her vibrant spirit, her loving nature, and the joy she brought to...

Abe Smith

Feb 17, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Abe Smith, 84, who left us on February 17, 2025, surrounded by his family in Tahlequah, OK. Abe was born on May 30, 1940, to the late James G. Smith and Rhoda (Aubrey) Smith right here in Tahlequah.

Abe will be laid to rest at Fort Gibson...

Roger Pipkins

Feb 14, 2025

Roger Dale Pipkins, aged 80, of Park Hill, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Northeastern Health System in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Mr. Pipkins was born on January 25, 1945, in Quitman, Mississippi, to the late Robert Dan and Ellen Mae Browning Pipkins. He graduated from Kilmichael High School in Kilmichael, Mississippi, then served six years in...

Rebecca Worthington

Feb 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rebecca Ann Worthington, age 79, on February 12, 2025, at Portia Caeli House in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family.

Becky was born to Josephine and Chester Whitmire on July 25, 1945, in Tahlequah Hastings, Oklahoma. She grew up in Nowata, Oklahoma, and graduated from Nowata High School.

She dedicated over 40 years...

Jessica Campana

Feb 9, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Jessica Campana. Born on December 17, 1958, Jessica departed this world far too soon on February 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever resonate in the hearts of those she touched.

Jessica was the embodiment of kindness and beauty,...

Janet Odell

Feb 7, 2025

Janet Kay Odell was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on June 30, 1945 to her loving parents, Roy Allen Minugh and Muriel Nellie Jean (Collins) Minugh. She was their only child and dearest blessing. Her early childhood was spent in Muskogee, with her later school years in Tulsa. She was an exceptional student, graduating with honors from Nathan Hale High...

Paula Lee

Feb 5, 2025

Paula Louise Lee, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Countryside Assisted Living in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, at the age of 73. Born March 13, 1951, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James Monroe Reynolds and Donna Bell Burchett Reynolds-Brewster, Paula's life was a testament to her kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.

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Mary Kindle

Feb 2, 2025

Mary Ann Kindle, a cherished member of her family and community, peacefully passed away on February 2, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born on July 16, 1949, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to James Masters and Ruth (Clark) Masters. Mary's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, compassion, and culinary delights shared with her family.

A...

Evelyn Ross

Jan 30, 2025

On January 30, 2025, our beloved Evelyn Lois Gandy-Ross, at the age of 96, peacefully gained her heavenly wings at her home in Tahlequah, Oklahoma surrounded by family and her caregiver, after a gradual decline in her health. Evelyn, was a Cherokee Nation Citizen and daughter of the late Louisa Sanders & Avery Swepston, was born July 4, 1928. Raised...

Elouise Ogle

Jan 18, 2025

Elouise Donna (Conrad) Ogle, 85, was born on February 8, 1939, in Braggs, Oklahoma to Ralph DePalma Conrad, and Viola Audry (Sanders) Conrad. She passed away on January 18,2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

She was proceeded in death by her parents and brother Richard Starr Conrad, husband, James Ogle Jr.

Surviving members of her family include brothers, Jim...

Leah Horrell

Jan 15, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Leah Marie Horrell, a cherished resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, who departed this world on January 15, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on August 23, 1977, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Leah was the beloved daughter of Eugene Barnes and Barbara Kasiah.

Leah dedicated over 20 years of her life to...

Marla Fuller

Jan 13, 2025

Marla Jean Fuller, 71, a long-time resident of Tahlequah, OK, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025. She was born on August 19, 1953, in Long Beach, California, to the late Harold Christensen and Edna (Hoskins) Rafalski.

Survivors include her two children, Justin (Annie) Fuller and Melissa (Clay) Gregory, sister, Deborah Sanij, nine grandchildren, Christiana Howard, Edith Fuller, William Fuller,...

Phyllis Wheeler

Jan 12, 2025

Phyllis Wheeler, 73, a resident of Welling, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at W.W.Hasting Hospital. She was born in Tulsa on April 21, 1951 to the late Houston Davis and Patricia (Payton) Davis.

Funeral Service 10 AM, Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Hart Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 4...

Manuel Martinez

Jan 9, 2025

Manuel Antonio Martinez, 22, of Hulbert, Oklahoma, passed away at his home, Thursday, January 9, 2025.

Manuel was born August 12, 2002, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Juan Manuel Martinez and Sofia Ordaz Santana Martinez. He attended school in Hulbert and graduated from Hulbert High School.

Manuel was currently employed by Ziese Products, Inc. as a machinist.

Manuel was a very a very kind...

Edith Stephens

Jan 6, 2025

Edith Annette Stephens passed peacefully from this life on January 6, 2025, at the age of 86. She was welcomed home by her Heavenly Father and joyfully reunited with her husband Tony, her parents, siblings, and many dear friends. Edith, also known as "Bode" to her Arizona friends and family, was born to Lloyd Daniel Hazen and Ivy Pearl Niemeyer...

Hutson Ratliff, Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

Hutson Lee Ratliff Jr. passed away on January 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 83. He was born on August 9, 1941, in Burlington, North Carolina, to Hutson Leroy Ratliff and Eris Doris Gant.

Hutson pursued his education at the University of Oklahoma, where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration. His dedication...

Paralee Cookson

Dec 31, 2024

Paralee Carlile Cookson, 94, a longtime resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away December 31, 2024, at Go Ye Village in Tahlequah.

Mrs. Cookson was born August 26, 1930, in Rocky Ford, Colorado, to the late Dudley Clinton and Beulah Kaye McKinney Merchant. She attended Tahlequah High School.

Mrs. Cookson was a beautician before entering the cattle business, from which she...

Donald Kingfisher

Dec 29, 2024

Donald Ray Kingfisher, 45, passed away on December 29,2024. He was born on August 30,1979 in Tahlequah, Ok., to Ray Kingfisher and Holly (Tarkington) Kingfisher.

Funeral Service will be 2 PM, Friday, January 24, 2025 at Hart Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday from 1 PM until service time.

Preceded by his Mother Holly Kingfisher...