Obituaries

Local Oklahoma City, OK Obituaries

Local Oklahoma City, OK Obituaries

Tamara Kay Chumard

Tamara Kay Chumard

May 25, 2026

Tamara Kay Chumard, affectionately known as Tammy, passed away peacefully at her home in Edmond on May 25, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on September 12, 1958, in Norman, Oklahoma, the daughter of Harry and Nola Bryant.

Tamara grew up in Oklahoma City and was a proud graduate of Northwest Classen High School. In 1976, her love and...

Elizabeth Elam

Elizabeth Elam

May 23, 2026

Elizabeth "Beth" Elam passed away on May 23, 2026. Beth was born in Oklahoma City on April 10, 1969, to Lyn and Theodore M. Elam. Beth's brother is Pryse Elam of Delray Beach, Florida, and her sister is Elain Frogge, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Beth attended Trinity School in Oklahoma City, Brush Ranch School in Santa Fe, New Mexico, McGuinness...

Glenda Sue Webster

Glenda Sue Webster

May 22, 2026

 Full obituary to be posted soon.

Funeral will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 2pm at Smith & Kernke 23rd Street Chapel. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park.

Mary Patricia Colbert

Mary Patricia Colbert

May 22, 2026

Obituary to be posted soon.

An evening prayer vigil and rosary will be said Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 6pm at Smith & Kernke N. May Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, May 29, 2026, at 2pm at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1901 NW 18th Street, Oklahoma City. Burial will follow at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery.

Diana Marie Lauffer

Diana Marie Lauffer

May 18, 2026

Diana Marie (Montgomery) Lauffer passed peacefully on Monday, May 18, with her husband and son by her side. Daughter of the late Howard Alden and Dorothea Marie Montgomery, Diana was born in Longview, Texas. Her father’s work in the petroleum industry moved her around the country. Her childhood homes included Houston, Pittsburgh, and Tulsa. She attended Oklahoma State University in...

Sue McCoy

Sue McCoy

May 17, 2026

Carolyn Sue McCoy, née Bowman, was born on July 5, 1937, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Sue was the only child of Talma Hafflin “Sam” and M. Evelyn Bowman. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Survived by Pamela and Robert Post, Myla and Brett Stevens their children Quinn and June Stevens. Mara Kathleen Nelson. Lori Ann McCoy. Debbi...

Audrey F Fortenberry

Audrey F Fortenberry

May 16, 2026

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce that Audrey F. Fortenberry, 90, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on May 16, 2026 after a nine month battle with cancer. She was a cherished mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She was born on August 20, 1935 in Lamesa, Texas, to the late Grover and Iris (Francis)...

Paul James Sanbrano

Paul James Sanbrano

May 15, 2026

Paul James Sanbrano, a beloved soul whose vibrant spirit touched countless lives, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Oklahoma City, OK. Born on June 5, 1942, in Bartlesville, OK, Paul graced the world with his presence for nearly 84 years, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy defined by warmth, joy, and an insatiable zest for life.

Paul’s journey was...

Dennis Ray Brown

Dennis Ray Brown

May 15, 2026

Surrounded by his loving family, Dennis Ray Brown passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 75. He leaves behind a legacy defined by excellence, kindness, love and deep integrity.

Born on January 26, 1951, to JR and Betty Brown, Dennis was raised in Oklahoma City. He attended OKC Southwestern College where he played on the golf team....

Yong Cha Kiddoo

Yong Cha Kiddoo

May 13, 2026

Yong Cha Kiddoo, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on May 13, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. She was born in Korea on November 13, 1945, to Kim Tea Sup and An Bong Nyu.

In 1971, Yong Cha immigrated to the United States, beginning a new chapter marked by courage, resilience, and hope. That same year, on May 18, she...

James Patrick Fletcher

James Patrick Fletcher

May 12, 2026

Patrick was born on March 12, 1968, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Robert Arthur Fletcher and Betty Klaffke Fletcher.

Patrick, age 58, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, following a courageous effort to overcome a tragic farming accident.

Patrick was a lifelong Oklahoma State Cowboy fan. This passion led to many great memories with his children and...

Patricia Ruth Neff

Patricia Ruth Neff

May 10, 2026

Patricia Ruth Neff, age 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Patricia was born on October 5, 1935, in Konawa, Oklahoma to Roy and Willa Surber. She was raised in Konawa, where she excelled both academically and athletically, especially in basketball. Following high school, she attended East Central University in Ada before beginning an...

Daniel Lee Honiker Sr.

Daniel Lee Honiker Sr.

May 9, 2026

Daniel Lee Honiker Sr., affectionately known as “Big Dan,” passed away on May 9, 2026, in his beloved hometown of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where his remarkable journey began on June 3, 1951. A man of unwavering charisma and charm, Dan was a luminous presence whose lively personality could effortlessly brighten even the darkest room. He was, in every sense, a...

David Wayne Humphrey

David Wayne Humphrey

May 9, 2026

David Wayne Humphrey, 74, passed away peacefully the morning of May 9, 2026. He was born November 3, 1951, in Kansas City, Kansas to Betty and Bill Humphrey. He grew up in Kansas City, Miami and Stillwater, Oklahoma. He attended Oklahoma State University, where he met Marjorie Ward, the love of his life, and made life-long friends and lasting memories....

Lexy Lynn Huffman

Lexy Lynn Huffman

May 8, 2026

Lexy Lynn Huffman died peacefully on May 8, 2026, surrounded by her three loving daughters. She was born on September 25, 1946, in Kingfisher, Oklahoma. She was a loving, loyal and generous wife, mother, and friend, but she will be most remembered as a doting grandmother to her eight grandchildren.

Lexy graduated from Ponca City High School in 1964 and from...

Mary Ann Gilleran

Mary Ann Gilleran

May 8, 2026

Mary Ann Gilleran (nee Sweeney), 88, of Oklahoma City passed away peacefully on May 8th, 2026. She was born on March 1st, 1938, in El Reno, OK, Mary Ann was the youngest child, and only daughter, of Eugene and Veronica (Gappa) Sweeney. She loved her childhood on the farm in Union City, OK, where her family raised cattle and grew...

Mary Caroline Payne Young

Mary Caroline Payne Young

May 4, 2026

Mary Caroline Payne Young, 64, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away on May 4, 2026. She was born on November 26, 1961, to William C. Payne and Laura Payne. Arriving three and a half months premature, Caroline was a fighter from the very beginning.

Caroline was a devoted wife, sister, aunt, stepmother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was marked by deep...

Paul J. Muller

Paul J. Muller

May 3, 2026

Paul Joseph Muller, age 47, passed away on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, acceptance and an unbreakable fighting spirit.

He possessed a profound sensitivity that allowed him to connect deeply with the world around him. He navigated life with a tender heart, but when faced with adversity, he revealed a resilience that was remarkable.

He taught us that...

Rena Jo Fudge

Rena Jo Fudge

May 3, 2026

Rena Jo Sandlin Fudge (Jo), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted friend, passed peacefully from this life on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, leadership, and love. Born on September 16, 1935, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, she was the cherished daughter and namesake of Rena Jo Livingston Sandlin, sharing not only her mother’s name but also her...