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Kenneth Lee Kendrick
Sep 16, 2024
Ken passed away at home September 16, 2024, surrounded by family. He was born February 18, 1930, in Alva, OK, the youngest child of Carey and Gertie Kendrick.
In June of 1949, Ken met Nancy Ann Joachim one evening and "picked her up off the street" as she and a friend of both hers and Ken were walking to downtown Alva....
Nancy Ann Joachim Kendrick
Mar 12, 2025
Nancy Ann passed away at home March 12, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born January 28, 1933, in Cherokee, OK, the daughter of Nile and Magdalene Joachim. She moved with her family to Alva when she was around 7 years old.
She met Kenneth Lee Kendrick in June 1949 as she and a mutual friend were walking to downtown Alva....
Carol Eloise Winings
Mar 23, 2025
Carol Eloise Winings, passed serenely from this world on March 23, 2025, at the venerable age of 101, leaving behind a legacy of love and creativity. Born on January 24, 1924, in the quaint town of Jones, Oklahoma, she nurtured her spirit as she journeyed through the epochs of the 20th and 21st centuries, embracing the world with warmth. Her...
Johnnie Ray Spears
Mar 20, 2025
The world became a little less bright after the passing of Johnnie Ray Spears, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Johnnie passed away while resting on the morning of Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the age of 68.
Johnnie Ray Spears was born on September 4, 1956, to the late Lee and Ida Mae Spears in Fort Smith, Arkansas....
James W. Hoyt
Mar 19, 2025
James W. Hoyt (Jim, Jimmy, Jim Boy, Jimbo, Batman), 87 years young, passed away March 19, 2025 at home with his family by his side. Diagnosed with cancer in November 2024, he was working full-time until his illness forced him into an "early retirement". A definite workhorse who never intended to slow down.
Jim was born in Wichita, KS to Dorothy...
Kevin Neal Kooken
Mar 18, 2025
Kevin Neal Kooken, 65, left this earthly life on March 18th, 2025. He was born on June 15th, 1959, in Oklahoma City, to Mark and Jody Kooken. The youngest of 5 children, he was affectionately referred to as “baby brother”. Kevin graduated from Putnam City High School in 1978 before embarking on a 40-year career as a purchasing executive in...
Veronica Kay Stebbins
Mar 18, 2025
Veronica (KAY) Stebbins passed away peacefully on March 18th, 2025, in her forever home, surrounded by her family. Kay was born on June 13th, 1963, in Abilene, Texas where she was raised. She was a graduate of Cooper High School where she was a proud member of the Cooper Cougerettes cheer squad. After graduating, Kay began working at Saint James...
Theresa Gail Glass-Lloyd
Mar 18, 2025
Theresa was born in Oklahoma City, OK on February 25, 1960 to Mary Evelyn and James Thomas McMillian Sr. She passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18th, surrounded by her loved ones in Oklahoma City.
Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, 7 siblings, and her beloved husband, Roger. She is survived by her daughter, Whitney Mendenhall, son-in-law Lauren, and...
Steven Ross McConnell
Mar 17, 2025
April 12th, 1950 – March 17th, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Steven Ross McConnell, a legendary father, teacher and mentor to so many. Steve left us on March 17th, 2025 while spending time in his favorite sanctuary, the cabin in the woods he built and shared with his wife, Paula McConnell on an acreage in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
He...
Angela Maxwell-Duverger
Mar 14, 2025
Angela Jean Maxwell-Duverger (Angi), 54, of Oklahoma City, passed away on March 14, 2025 after a courageous 13-month battle with cancer.
Angi was born on December 29, 1970 in Enid as the youngest to Jeanie and Wayne Maxwell and little sister to Bruce and Lisa. She grew up in Hennessey, Oklahoma and attended Oklahoma Christian University, where she was a member...
Donna Jean Greve
Mar 14, 2025
With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of Donna Jean Greve on March 14, 2025. Donna was born on October 3, 1944, in Prague, Oklahoma, to Orval and Melba Bond. She lived a life filled with faith, love, and devotion to her family.
Prior to married life, Donna was a graduate of Putnam City High School and attended Central...
Linda Marie Lester
Mar 13, 2025
Linda Marie Owens Lester was born in the town of Britton, Oklahoma, on March 24, 1944, as the youngest child of Ray and Ruth (Smith) Owens. Linda grew up in Britton, attending Britton Baptist Church and Britton Elementary. Her mother, Ruth, owned and operated a beauty shop in their home, where Linda was known as the prankster among her mom’s...
Patrick Christy Duncan
Mar 10, 2025
Patrick (Pat) Christy Duncan, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away in his home on March 10th, 2025, at the age of 74, after a gallant battle with ALS. He was born in Wynnewood, OK on April 13, 1950, to Paul Conrad Duncan and Martha Ruth Baker Duncan. Pat was preceded in death by his parents and older...
Mary Lou Cozzens
Mar 9, 2025
Mary Lou Semtner Cozzens, beloved Mother, passed away Mar 9, 2025.
Her funeral Mass will be held Thu, Mar 20th, at Christ The King Catholic Church in Oklahoma City, at 10:30 AM.
Mary Lou was born on Dec 29th,1933 in Oklahoma City, OK, the elder child of Albert and Dorothy (nee Erler) Semtner. Mary Lou attended Rosary School in Oklahoma City, and...
John James Culbertson, IV
Mar 6, 2025
John J. Culbertson IV, 78, decorated veteran, national author and loving husband and father, died peacefully at Mercy Hospital surrounded by his family on March 6, 2025. Born in Oklahoma City on May 27, 1946, to Dorothy Pruit and John J. Culbertson III, John attended Nichols Hills Elementary School, Culver Military Academy, and graduated high school from Pembroke Country Day...
Terri Walker Cornett
Mar 6, 2025
Terri Walker Cornett was born on October 12, 1959 in Vinita, Oklahoma. She passed away in the loving arms of her family on March 6, 2025 after a courageous 15-month fight with cancer. She was 65.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, friendships, and accomplishments.
Terri’s outgoing personality, speaking skills and salesmanship were apparent from early on. So was her courage....
Phyllis Ann Sandmann
Feb 27, 2025
Phyllis Ann Sandmann was born in Medicine Lodge, Kansas on April 28, 1934 to Philip R Banta and Agnes Z (Beal) Banta. Phyllis worked as a Central High School teacher where she met Charles Sandmann. She said it was nearly love at first site, and they were married on June 1, 1957.
For two decades Phyllis was the best mom ever,...
Thalia Welborn Eddleman
Feb 27, 2025
Thalia Welborn Eddleman passed away peacefully at her home February 27, 2025. She was born in Oklahoma City on April 2, 1932, to Connie Hays and Frank Pierce Welborn. She attended Hawthorn Grade School where she made many lifelong friends. She then went to Taft Junior High and graduated from Central High School in 1950. While in high school, she...
Lynn Elwin Nash
Feb 26, 2025
“The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.” ~Frank Lloyd Wright
After 92 years of All Star play, Lynn Elwin Nash has left the playing field. Born on September 21, 1932 in Oklahoma City to Leo and Clarice “Bo” Nash, joining his brother, Kenneth. Married to Della for 70 years, he loved the life and family they made together. Lynn...
Tommy Tran
Feb 25, 2025
Tommy Tran, age 69, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. A devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, Tommy’s warmth and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him.
Born on June 8, 1956, in Da Nang, Vietnam, Tommy immigrated to the United States in 1979 in pursuit of a brighter future.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
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