Obituaries
Eileen Grace Strack
Jun 7, 2026
Eileen Strack was born July 22, 1926 to Francis and Evelyn Anderson in LaHarpe, Kansas. She was raised with dairy cows and delivered milk to customers at a very young age. She attended Iola School where she graduated from high school and worked as a substitute teacher at the age of 18 in a single room school country school, teaching...
Laurie Ann Bilbrey
Jun 4, 2026
Laurie Ann Bilbrey, age 52, of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on June 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Laurie was born on August 24, 1973, in The Dalles, Oregon, to Roy Hawkins and Marie Swanson. She lived a life defined by service, compassion, adventure, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Laurie proudly served her country in the...
Charla Jean Weisner
May 27, 2026
Charla Jean Weisner, was born on January 5, 1974, in Independence, Missouri, and passed away on May 27, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma. Throughout her life, she stood strong and true, a woman whose spirit and dedication left a lasting impact on all who knew her. She shared a great bond with her husband, Timothy Weisner, with whom she enjoyed the...
George Lee Bradley Jr
May 22, 2026
George Lee Bradley Jr born on Febuary 21, 1944, in Saint Joseph, Missouri, passed away on May 22, 2026, at his home in Grove, Oklahoma. He was born to George Bradley Sr. and Caroline (Long) Bradley.
At this time, no public services will be held.
Steven Wayne Deschaine
May 20, 2026
Steven Wayne Deschaine passed away on May 20, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma. He was born on July 6th, 1964, in Fort Kent, Maine, to Omer and Bernadette (Paradis) Deschaine.
Steven is survived by his wife, Verlene Deschaine; sister, Karen Long; niece, Amy Hill and husband, Derek; and nephew, Tyler Long.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
John Lee Porter
May 18, 2026
John Lee Porter, a respected member of the Grove, Oklahoma community, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, under the compassionate care of Good Shepherd Hospice. He was born on October 4, 1939, in Picher, Oklahoma, and lived a life defined by his deep devotion to family, a strong work ethic, and an appreciation for life’s simple pleasures.
John spent his...
Donald Edward Smith
May 16, 2026
Donald Edward Smith, a devoted minister, dedicated community leader, and cherished family patriarch, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma, surrounded by the Holy Spirit and his wife. Born on September 18, 1945, in San Jose, California, Don's life was marked by unwavering faith, a profound love for people, and a commitment to service that touched many...
Faye Taffner
May 15, 2026
Myrtle Faye Taffner (Brokaw), 86, of Fairland, Oklahoma, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 15, 2026, at her daughter’s home in West Fork, Arkansas, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on January 9, 1940, in Tiff City, Oklahoma, to the late Aaron and Stella Mae Brokaw. Faye graduated from Fairland High School and was a...
Janet Elaine Andoe
May 12, 2026
Janet Elaine Andoe, age 72, of Jay, Oklahoma, passed away on May 12, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Rogers, Arkansas. She was born on June 8, 1953, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, to Jack Richard Allen and Dorothy Janette (Gist) Allen.
Elaine lived a life deeply rooted in her faith in Jesus Christ. Her greatest joy came from serving the Lord and loving...
Dolores Elizabeth Hulsey
May 4, 2026
Dolores E. Hulsey, 95, of Roscoe, Illinois, and formerly Oklahoma, passed away on May 4, 2026. Dolores was born on the border of Kansas and Oklahoma on July 18, 1930, to James and Viva Stuck. She graduated from El Segundo High School near Los Angeles, and soon after met the love of her life, Cordia Hulsey. Together, they instantly shared...
Mathew J McKinley Downing
May 2, 2026
Mathew was born on April 18, 1990. Mathew was ornery in the months leading up to his birth I was so sick I told him he was going to get a good spanking lol but of course when I held him for the first time I was so in love and forgot all about being sick Mathew was that child...
William Aaron-Todd Prins
Apr 23, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of William Aaron-Todd Prins, affectionately known as Liam, who left this world on April 23, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on March 31, 2013, in Miami, Oklahoma, Liam was a bright and spirited 6th grade student at Grove Upper Elementary, where he was known not only for his academic diligence...
Gretchen Ann Deighton
Apr 23, 2026
Gretchen Ann Deighton, age 66, passed away on April 23, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma. She was born on September 6, 1959, in Great Bend, Kansas, and was known throughout her life for her gentle heart, strong faith, and deep love for family.
Gretchen spent many years working at Walmart as a stocker, where she took pride in her work and was...
Marion Lloyd Gordineer
Apr 21, 2026
Buzz Gordineer, age 90, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, at the Grove Nursing Center in Grove, Oklahoma. He was born on July 18, 1935, in Afton, Oklahoma.
Buzz enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, especially attending horse races and visiting casinos. These activities reflected his fun-loving spirit and brought him much happiness over the years. He was also a great dancer...
Wanda Lucille Rowe
Apr 16, 2026
Wanda Lucille Floyd Rowe, 86, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Wanda was born at home on February 16, 1940, to B.V. and Ruby Floyd in Lelia Lake, Texas. Her grandmother Alice Floyd helped deliver her. She grew up in Borger, Texas, and graduated from high school in 1958. Wanda attended Hardin Simmons University where she met...
Frederic Hugh Lair
Apr 13, 2026
Frederic Hugh Lair, age 96, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at the Grandwood Assisted Living Center in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on December 15, 1929, in Bricelyn, Minnesota, he lived a long and meaningful life marked by steadfast dedication to his work, his family, his faith, and his community.
Fred devoted his professional career to the railroad, working as a...
Bethany Lynn Newby
Apr 9, 2026
Bethany Lynn Newby, age 57, born August 3, 1968, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away on April 9, 2026, in Jay, Oklahoma. In recent years, Bethany had resided in Monroe Manor nursing home due to health reasons.
She was a dedicated manager at KFC, where she was known for bringing both professionalism and warmth to her work. Bethany was a woman of...
Chester Lee Sprueill
Apr 9, 2026
Chester Lee Sprueill, age 71, was born July 22, 1954, in Fort Ord, California, and passed away April 9, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri.
Chester worked in many jobs throughout the Grove area and was known for his strong work ethic and willingness to help wherever needed. A true jack of all trades, he enjoyed tinkering and working on projects, always ready...
Donald Walter Russell
Apr 6, 2026
Donald Walter Russell, 83, was born on March 22, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on April 6, 2026, in Afton, Oklahoma. A lifelong auto mechanic, Donald dedicated his career to his craft, earning the respect of many through his skill, hard work, and commitment. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army.
Donald loved fishing the...
Elsa Maria Clarkson
Apr 3, 2026
Elsa Maria Clarkson of Grove, OK, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri. Born on July 20, 1946, in Buga Valle, Colombia, Elsa lived a life marked by devotion, love, and quiet strength. She embraced her role as a homemaker with dedication, creating a warm and nurturing environment for those she cherished.
Elsa had a deep appreciation for the...
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