Jul 16, 2025

Bernadine Abernathy passed away peacefully July 16, 2025 in Midwest City. She was born January 9, 1941 in Okmulgee, OK to Joseph and Ophelia LeBlanc, number 11 of 12 children.

She graduated from St. Anthony’s High School in 1959. After graduating, Bernie moved to Oklahoma City where she met the love of her life, Albert Abernathy. They were married May 23,...

Jul 15, 2025

Elinor Sue (Russell) Clifford was born in Oklahoma City, OK on November 22, 1939 to David & Virginia Russell. After graduating from Bishop McGuiness High School, she received her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Central Oklahoma. She thoroughly enjoyed working in a variety of libraries, especially as the children’s librarian. On January 20, 1962, she married Bill...

Jul 15, 2025

Robert A. Funk, a prominent businessman, philanthropist, beloved father and friend to many, went to be with the Lord on July 15, 2025.

Born in Duvall, Washington, he was a trailblazing entrepreneur who loved the American West and lived true to its values of honesty, respect, loyalty, self-reliance, and hard work. These principles guided his every decision and action, shaped his...

Jul 14, 2025

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Jul 11, 2025

Elizabeth Schofield Wilson (Liz) passed away on July 11, 2025, after a long battle with breast cancer. Liz knew her primary purpose in life was to be a mom to Rachel Elizabeth Deutsch and Michael Joseph Deutsch. Liz loved all aspects of being a mom and the three grew even closer after her husband, Steve Deutsch, passed away when they...

Jul 7, 2025

Clarence “Joe” Hutchison, 69, died July 7, 2025. Joe was born September 4, 1955, in Stillwater, OK to Godfrey Ross Hutchison and Teresa Rita Hutchison (Hogan). He graduated from Del City High School, where he was president of his senior class. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Oklahoma as well as an...

Jul 7, 2025

Charles Phillip Clark of Oklahoma City passed away peacefully at his home on July 7, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Known affectionately as Phil to his family and friends, Charlie to colleagues, and lovingly nicknamed “Charlie Potato,” “Clark Bar,” and “Pappy,” he left a legacy of laughter, service, and deep devotion.

Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Helen and Raleigh “Salty”...

Jul 6, 2025

Jul 6, 2025

Claranell Zimmerman died July 6th, 2025, at Warr Acres Nursing Center. In lieu of a Prayer Service there will be a closed casket visitation for Claranell at the 23rd St. location of Smith & Kernke Funeral Home from 9am - 5pm on Thursday July 17. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, July 18th, 1pm at St. Francis of Assisi Church...

Jul 5, 2025

Heaven gained an angel when Jane Lepak, 85, died July 5, 2025, in her hometown of Oklahoma City. She was surrounded by her three surviving children – Kittie, David, and Chris – and close family friend Karen Coon McDonald when she passed. She adored her family and loved angels, yellow roses and St. Francis.

Jane was born August 13, 1939, in...

Jul 3, 2025

Jeremy Christian Short, 54, a man loved by countless many for his kindness, hearty laugh, and wry humor, died peacefully at home on July 3, after a brave and relentless seven-year battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Jeremy was a bright and bold soul, full of curiosity and heart. After his family moved from Baltimore, Maryland to Oklahoma City in 1977,...

Jul 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fred Hoffman, Jr, who left this world peacefully surrounded by his family on July 3, 2025, at the age of 76. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, and community member, Fred lived a life full of energy, faith, and connection. He battled dementia and ALS the last few years,...

Jul 1, 2025

Scott Patrick Kedy peacefully departed this life, entering into his eternal life on July 1, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Audra Kedy, and son, Chet Patrick Kedy. He was born June 30, 1985, in Ada, Oklahoma, to beloved educators Mark and Paula Kedy. Scott was a lifelong sports enthusiast, proudly rooting for the Sooners and the OKC Thunder.

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Jun 28, 2025

Emery “Stone” Smith awoke in the presence of the Lord on June 28, 2025. He was born April 19, 1995 in Dallas, Texas but grew up in Oklahoma City where he attended Casady School and Heritage Hall.

“Life is kinda cool sometimes” Stone tattoo

Happy, loving, curious, intelligent, witty, messy, quick, stylish, passionate, sensitive, tenacious, adaptable, bluegrass, poetic, caring, unselfish, tattooed, mustached,...

Jun 27, 2025

Tammy Danea Edwards

May 28, 1970 – June 27, 2025

Tammy Danea Edwards, lovingly known as “Honey,” passed away peacefully in Midwest City on June 27, 2025, at the age of 55.

Born on May 28, 1970, in Oklahoma City, Tammy was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose presence touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. With a courageous spirit and...

Jun 27, 2025

Geraldine Ann Smith, long-time resident of Oklahoma City, OK and known by her family and friends as Jerriann, died peacefully in her home on June 27, 2025. Jerriann is survived by her husband of 58 years Kent Smith, her two siblings Ronald and Richard Tiehen, three children Lori Carter, Jay Smith, and Shaun Smith, and nine grandchildren. She is preceded...

Jun 24, 2025

William George Paul, also known as “Bill” and “Willie” Paul, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on June 24, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Bill Paul was born November 25, 1930, in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, a city founded in 1847 by his great-great-grandparents, Smith Paul and Ela-Teecha Paul, a full-blood Chickasaw woman....

Jun 23, 2025

Vaunie Lorece Flynn went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2025, at the age of 95, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born on November 1, 1929, in Rolla, Kansas. Our precious Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother deeply loved and cherished her family. She always had time for a phone call and was her family's support and cheerleader....

Jun 23, 2025

Dr. Dorothy Day Modeland, daughter of The Reverends Reuel and Zoetta Taylor Foreman departed this life in OKC on June 23, 2025, at the age of 86 years. She was born August 25, 1938, in Pleasant Hill, Kansas, where her parents were ministers in the Assembly of God Church. They later established the Assembly of God Church in Rich Hill,...

Jun 21, 2025

Jacob Antone Frank Milavic, known to many as “Jack,” passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was born on July 29, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, to Jacob and Antoinette Milavic.

Jack led a life of extraordinary service, courage, and dedication to both his country and community. His military journey began at the age of 16 when he enlisted in...