Tahlequah, OK Obituaries

Jesse Langston, age 73, passed on July 26, 2026; born September 1, 1952, Jesse was a resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Visitation will be held at Reed-Culver Funeral Home, 117 West Delaware Street, ...

Haley Elizabeth Gourd passed on July 23, 2026, at the age of 34. She was a resident of Welling, Oklahoma. Pallbearers will be Gerald Proctor, Sonny Gourd, William Odel, Charles Gann, Damon Gourd, Isa...

Jeffery Davis, or Tommy Chong to his friends, was born on July 31st, 1965, in Claremore, OK, the son of Tiie and Velma Sue (Scott) Davis. He grew up in little Kansas with two brothers and three sister...

Velda Joyce ‘Joy’ Laster Hensley, age 94, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, July 23, 2026, after a very brief struggle with cancer. She was born November 5, 1931, in ...

Judy Sue Robinson, 77, of Hulbert, Oklahoma, passed away on July 22, 2026. She was born on February 10, 1949, in Peggs, Oklahoma, to Frankie H. Allen and Lillie Mae (Foster) Allen. Judy was a woman w...

Danny Cornsilk passed on July 21, 2026, at the age of 76; born September 27, 1949, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Danny lived in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Elizabeth "Lizzie" Faith Wright was born on February 15, 1979, beloved daughter of Jimmy Charles Wright and Leta Faye (Freeman) Wright. Lizzie's life was defined not by her disabilities, but by the lo...

Kael Michael Beaver was born on July 16, 2026 and was called home by the Lord on July 16, 2026. Kael was preceded in death by his grandpa Richie Canoe, great grandparents Richard and Doris Canoe, hi...

Janet Mable Raye Dugger, 75, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away at her home on Sunday, July 12, 2026. She was born on April 19, 1951, in Colfax, Iowa. Affectionately known as “Janet from Another Planet,”...

Crystal Rose Comfort was born on January 26, 1988, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Linda Sue Keener and Henry Joel McClain. She grew up in Stilwell, Oklahoma, alongside her brothers, Bruce, Sean, Clayton, ...

Richard William "Dick" Ledbetter was born in Wichita, KS, the son of Wayne Mathias and Betty Lou (Hull) Ledbetter. After graduating from High School in 1966, Richard proudly answered the call to serv...

Bette Jean Stopp, 71, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on July 9, 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on February 13, 1955, in Fairfield, Nebraska, to Calvin and Marilyn Joan (Pate) Hawkins, Bette lived ...

Vernon Brooks Bailiff passed on July 4, 2026, at the age of 88, having been born on June 15, 1938, in San Pedro, California. Vernon lived in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and no services are planned.

Dorothy Louise (Martin) Wheeler was born on February 29, 1936, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, to Nora (Camp) Martin and Everett Martin. She passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 90 years old in...

H.M. "Hank" Ballard, 86, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Hank was born on May 27, 1940, in Tahlequah to Homer and Artie Mae (James) Ballard. He grew...

George Anderson Wilson passed on July 1, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on June 9, 1945, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, George was a resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Joshua Michael Feather was born on June 12, 1993, in Tahlequah, OK, the beloved son of Matthew Feather Sr. and Amy Lynn Feather. Joshua attended grade school in Adair before continuing his education a...

Jimmy “Jim” Dale Bynum born in Tahlequah, OK to Marjie (Worley) Bynum and Welza Bynum on January 23, 1947 @ 9:00 PM and passed June 1, 2026 in his home surrounded by his family. Jim attended Element...

James Wesley "Wes" Tucker was born on June 28, 1951 in Tahlequah, OK, to Albert and Christine (Ballard) Tucker. Wes grew up in the Tahlequah area and attended the old Messena School. He was the oldest...

Betty Jean (Terrapin) Foreman was born on August 13, 1931, in Hulbert, Oklahoma, to Walter and Pauline Terrapin. She passed peacefully at home in Oaks, Oklahoma on June 29th, 2026, at the age of 94. ...

Bryan David “Pooky” Sanders, 34, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on June 27, 2026. He was born on February 3, 1992, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Michelle Smith and the late David Sanders. He grew u...

Shirley Arlene Wolford, 84, passed away on June 27, 2026. Born on September 7, 1941, she will be remembered as a cherished presence in the lives of those who knew and loved her. Shirley resided in ...

Rebecca Holmes, 81, of Cookson, Oklahoma, passed away on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 22, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Rebecca built a life centered on faith, family...

David Jay Dixon passed on June 19, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on March 19, 1947, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, David lived in Sand Springs, Oklahoma.

Cordell Rose, age 77, passed away on June 14, 2026, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He began his life’s journey on March 13, 1949, in Jackson County, Kentucky, born to the late Willie Irvin and Demi Jane (Fox...

A handsome baby boy was born to Laquita Sallis and Douglas Gardner on January 19, 1994, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. They named him Keyonté DeShawn Sallis. From an early age, Keyonté accepted Christ and was...

Mary Rose Secondine Mead, beloved mother, grandmother, community leader, and faithful servant, passed peacefully on June 11, 2026, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. She was born on October 26, 1939, in White Oa...

A Life Well Remembered Saundra Kay Richmond entered this world on July 23, 1953, in Torrance, California. Raised in Garden Grove, she attended Bolsa Grande High School, where her bright spirit and st...

Nancy Marie (Barnoskie) Swimmer was born on March 9, 1958 in Tahlequah, OK, the daughter of Louis and Betty (Pettit) Barnoskie. She grew up in a large and loving household alongside seven brothers and...

Revina Rosa “Gog” Teague, 70, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on June 8, 2026. Born on September 22, 1955, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Revina was the daughter of William Witt Kaulaity and Melvina (Toun...

Kenneth Ray Rooks, 76, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. It is with both sadness and love that we announce the passing of Kenneth Ray Rooks on June 6, 2026, in Gore, Oklahoma. Born January 6, 1950, Kenneth was the...

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Gritts, 70, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on May 14, 1956, in Tulsa to Arlie Lee Gritts and Kathleen Joyce (Thomas) Gritts, Jerry was...

Ricky Eugene Hornett, or simply Rick by family and friends, was born May 17, 1963 in Dallas, TX. Rick was the only child of Bernice Hornett. He spent his childhood growing up in Tahlequah, OK, where h...

Jean Kelly passed on May 31, 2026, at the age of 90, having been born on September 2, 1935, in Medicine Park, Oklahoma, and residing in Park Hill, Oklahoma. No Local Services. Final resting plac...

The world became a little quieter on May 28, 2026, when Jaycie Dawn (Harvey) Rattlinggourd passed away at the age of 29. Born on September 13, 1996, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Jaycie lived a life filled ...

William "Billy" Hasty passed on May 25, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on August 28, 1972, in San Francisco, California, Billy resided in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. A funeral service will be held at Duggan...

Victoria Ann Garber, 73, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on May 24, 2026. She was born on July 12, 1952, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Ebb Allen and Juanita June (Suggs) Allen. Victoria devoted her...

Delter Pauline Shankle, or more commonly known as Pauline, was born February 9, 1931 in Henryetta, OK, the daughter of William and Rose (Crummit) Martin. Pauline was raised in a large household alongs...

Earl was born during the Great Depression on May 20th, 1929. He lived a long and blessed life, passing just 5 days shy of his 97th birthday. He was a faithful member of God’s Mountain Church and devot...

Charles Kevin Gann, 57, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on May 14, 2026. He was born May 10, 1969, in Dallas, Texas, to Charles Gann and Margie Paulette Bighorse. Kevin was the kind of man who ne...

Timothy Keith Gourd, 59, of Hulbert, Oklahoma, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on November 18, 1966, in Tahlequah to Jonas R. Gourd and Vivian (Dreadfulwater) Gourd. Kei...

Tommie Ray Hopkins, 83, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on May 11, 2026. He was born February 1, 1943, in Helena, Arkansas. Tommie was the kind of man who felt most at home outdoors and keeping ...

Juliane (Catron) Kizzia was born March 15, 1969 in Tahlequah, OK, the daughter of Calvin and Gracie Mae (Feathers) Catron. She was the middle child among her siblings, Alvin, Betsy, Calvin, and Amy. A...

Mary Katheryn Hix passed on May 7, 2026, at the age of 72; born November 18, 1953, Mary Katheryn was a resident of Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Shirley Mae McLendon passed on May 2, 2026, at the age of 94, having been born on November 13, 1931, in Mentairie, Louisiana, and residing in Porter, Oklahoma. Services to be held in Texas. Fina...

Kyle Harlan Hair, age 40, passed away peacefully April 29, 2026, in Portland Oregon. Though he was far from home, he was surrounded by compassionate caregivers who remained by his side until the end. ...

Shelby Dean Morgan, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant, passed away on May 2, 2026, at the age of 93. Born June 12, 1932, in Buda, Texas, Shelby was the son of Shelby Andrew ...

Thomas E. Redwine, Sr, born March 4, 1938, passed  April 23, 2026 was 88 years young. Tom lived a great life, full of adventures, humor and love. He loved to travel, and incorporated his wanderlust i...

Randy J. Caviness, affectionately known as “Ome”, was born July 10, 1957 in Bartlesville, OK, the son of JD and Verna Kay (Duffield) Caviness. Randy was the middle child among five boys, growing up al...

Jesse Lee McQueen was born on October 23, 1997, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and passed away on April 18, 2026, at the age of 28. He leaves behind a lifetime of stories; most of them funny, a few questionable,...