All Obituaries

Ruth Anna Cotner, age 97, of Weatherford, OK, died peacefully, surrounded by family on September 23, 2022. She was the third daughter of Walter August and Lola Anna Giem.  Ruth was born in Guthrie, Oklahoma and lived there throughout her youth. Her family owned a chicken hatchery, and from an early age, she was surrounded by animals. Ruth always spoke fondly of her mother’s “down-home” cooking, especially her macaroni and cheese, fried chicken, and “church”...

Reta Joy Duncan entered into rest on September 17, 2022, in her home at Grand Lake in Grove, Oklahoma. She was born on October 13, 1934, in the town of Miami, Missouri to Bert Duncan, and Hazel Ridehour. Reta attended Business School of Kansas City, Missouri. She worked at Bendix KCM and was head of accounting at CJ Patterson in KC, Mo.  In 1977 she went into business with her friend Charlotte Johnson in Kansas City, Kansas, and founded  DJ Catch Penny and was President from 1977...

Jeffery Alan Terrell Jr. passed from this life too soon on September 10, 2022. He was born to Jeffery Terrell Sr. and Betsy Cearley on June 4, 2000, in the town of Claremore, Oklahoma. Jeffery was a construction worker by trade and always worked hard at every job he was given. He met the love of his life, his wife Summer, and fathered two beautiful boys. Jeffery loved to tinker with all types of big boy toys. From cars, trucks, boats, and of course motorcycles. If Jeff had an eye for it,...

Levona wanted a small service for her family, it will be available online for those that couldn't make it to celebrate her life. 

Donald Wayne Hawthorne, age 81, passed away on August 30, 2022, at Integris Grove Hospital. Donald was born on August 28, 1941, in Jenny Lind, Arkansas. He was the son of Richard and Grace (Myers) Hawthorne.  Donald proudly served in the United States Army.  He worked as an equipment operator in communications construction.  He could operate any and everything except a road grader. And if the equipment had hydraulics, it was a good day and made him happy.  Donald enjoyed...

Howard Eugene Turrel, age 92, of Eucha, Oklahoma went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 28, 2022. Howard was born to William Howard and Millicent (Gleasure) Turrel on March 2, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan. He was married to his wife Susan Turrel, of the home, for an amazing 52 years. Howard was blessed to live and enjoy a very full and fruitful life in his 92 years. He was multi-skilled in his work history and business ventures; a visionary and inventor with a...

Phyllis Carelene “Reece” Woods, age 75, of Jay, OK., passed away on August 27th with her beloved family by her side.    Phyllis was born on October 15th, 1946, in Jay, OK. to Jack and Dovie (Blevins) Reece. She graduated from Jay High School in 1963. On Feb 1, 1964, she was united in marriage to Ernest Franklin Woods. They resided in the Southwest City, MO/OK community.   Phyllis was an amazing and talented piano player. She enjoyed sharing her gift of music...

 Marvin Thomas Griggs, 73-year-old resident of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away at his home on August 17, 2022. Marvin was born on May 12, 1949, in Grove, OK to Lonnie Griggs and Betty (Engle) Skala.  He proudly served in the US Marines during Vietnam. Marvin married the love of his life Doris “Ann” Oliver in April of 1971.  Marvin worked as an animal control officer.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, spending time with his children and loving on his...

Darrin Keith Duvall, 56, passed peacefully August 13, 2022, at his home in Jay, OK. Darrin was born August 2, 1966, in Brevard, NC to Gary Duvall and Georgia Morgan. He lived an eclectic life, starting with traveling extensively across the U.S. with his parents and brothers as a young child. He always looked up to his uncles who instilled a deep love for music in Darrin at a very young age. Since before many can remember, Darrin had a unique ability to pick up any instrument and play just...

Roy Leslie Johnson, 62-year-old Grove resident, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022. "Les" was born on March 8.1960, to Charles and Winnie (Tanner)Johnson. He served in the U.S. Army from 1978-1984 as a Supply Sergeant.  Upon discharge he worked as a Union Pressman for the Wichita Eagle Beacon for several years.  His greatest title was “G-pa" to his three grandchildren.  Les was talented in a variety of things.  He attended NEO and...