Obituaries
Dr. Robert Wayne Hopper
Jul 14, 2024
Longtime Grove physician, Robert Wayne (“Doc”) Hopper, M.D., F.A.A.P., died July 14, 2024, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, following a prolonged illness. A Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Church on the Hill, Grove. Visitation will be held at 1:30 p.m. followed by service at 2:30 p.m., under the direction of Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Hopper, 74 was an...
Sidney Sue Dillinger
Jul 10, 2024
Sidney Sue Dillinger, age 84, passed away July 10, 2024, in Miami, Oklahoma. She was born on September 3, 1939, in Lusk, Wyoming, to the late James and Mary Kennett.
Sidney dedicated many years of her life to the United States Postal Service before retiring in 2004. Her commitment and hard work left a lasting on all those she served.
Sidney will...
Paul Ernest Nandico, Sr.
Jul 2, 2024
Paul Ernest Nandico, Sr., 92, passed away on July 2, 2024, in Grove. Born on January 17, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, to Paul and Emma (Koca) Nandico.
Having served in the Army, Paul demonstrated selflessness and commitment to his country.
Paul's career as an engineer at AT&T was not just a job, but a testament to his ingenuity and hard work. His...
Bette Irene Grasmick
Jun 20, 2024
Bette Irene Grasmick, age 86, entered her heavenly home on June 20, 2024, in Grove, Oklahoma. Bette was born on September 27, 1937, in LaJunta, Colorado. She was a beloved member of her community and touched the lives of many during her time on this earth.
In her professional life, Bette dedicated herself to serving others through her work at the...
Lawrence "Alex" Spicer
Jun 20, 2024
Lawrence "Alex" Spicer, passed away on June 20, 2024, in his hometown of Grove, Oklahoma. Alex faced his long-term illness with strength and grace. Despite the challenges he encountered, he remained resilient and continued to inspire those around him. He was born on April 7, 1957, to the late Marion F. Spicer and Mary K. Silversmith-Spicer.
Alex served in the Army,...
Janice Faye Mattingly
Jun 15, 2024
Janice Faye Mattingly, 75, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024. She was born in Sulphur, OK on June 18, 1948, to Thomas Burl Mattingly and Linnie Mae (Chandler) Mattingly. Janice served in the US Army from 1967-1968 as a clerk and typist. She later worked as a truck driver. Janice was a strong and independent woman. For years she lived...
Bobby Elliott
Jun 8, 2024
Bobby Eugene Elliott, age 72, of Grove, Oklahoma passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024.
Bobby was born March 15, 1952, to Henry and Hazel (Stogsdill) Elliott. He grew up in Grove, after high school, Bob worked construction and was a truck driver for Simmons. Cattle was Bob’s passion. He enjoyed visiting his family and friends. Let to cherish Bob’s...
James Louis Osborne
Jun 8, 2024
In Celebration of James Louis Osborne. James was born on June 17, 1927, in Knowles, OK. He departed for heaven on June 8, 2024, in Joplin, MO. As a young teenager, James enjoyed playing trombone in what was considered at the time taboo, a swing music band. Earlier in life James collected an array of rare arrow heads he found...
Ruby Patricia Price
Jun 6, 2024
Ruby Patricia Price, sadly passed away at the age of 93 on June 6, 2024, in Miami, Oklahoma. She was born on August 13, 1930, in Grove Oklahoma, to Albert Newton Rice and Abbie Lena Boyd-Rice. Ruby was a remarkable bookkeeper known for her dedication to the Miami Baptist Hospital and The Riley Brothers Farm. She was an individual who found...
Margarita Rene Kattan-Salame
Jun 4, 2024
Margarita Rene Kattan Salame, 95 year old resident of Jay, Oklahoma, passed away on June 4, 2024 at Integris Grove Hospital.Margarita was born on December 19, 1928 in El Progreso, Yoro, Honduras. The daughter of Salome Kattan and Carmen Salame Kattan. Margarita will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She will return home and be laid to rest...
Sharon Kay Shepherd
Jun 2, 2024
Sharon Kay Shepherd, age 74, passed away peacefully at her home on June 2, 2024, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on August 18, 1949, in Eucha, Oklahoma.
Sharon took great pride in her family and her home. She worked as a lab technician in the x-ray department at Afton Memorial Hospital, she helped her husband Frank...
Pamela Ann Countryman
May 25, 2024
Pamela Ann Countryman, passed away suddenly on May 25, 2024, at her home in Afton, Oklahoma. Pam was born on May 10, 1952, in Chelsea, Oklahoma to her parents Everett Morrison and Audrey (Judd) Morrison. Pam was employed by Wal-Mart and worked as a cashier, where she brightened the days of many with her warm smile and friendly personality. Beyond her...
Jessie Earl James
May 23, 2024
Jessie Earl James, born on April 21, 1946, in Denison, Texas, has peacefully passed away on May 23, 2024 in Grove, Oklahoma. Throughout his life, Jessie touched the hearts of many with his kindness and friendly smile. Jessie leaves behind a host of friends at Betty Ann Nursing Center who cherished his friendship. His memory will live on in the stories shared...
Tommy Dean Noah
May 17, 2024
Tommy Dean Noah, 89 year old Grove resident, went home to the Lord on Friday, May 17, 2024.
Tommy was born in Powell, OK on October 10, 1934, to Thomas Jefferson “Pee Wee” Noah and Oleta Maxine (Altman) Noah. He graduated from Norman High School in 1953. While in the Norman area, he sang in a men’s quartet, and his...
Lehman D. Hay
May 12, 2024
Lehman D. Hay, a beloved Christian soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on May 12, 2024, in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on September 6, 1941, in Smithville, Arkansas to William and Malinda Hay, Lehman leaves behind a legacy of kindness and joy that will forever be cherished by his surviving family and friends.
Lehman had a fulfilling career driving...
Margaret Elaine Phillips
May 11, 2024
Margaret Elaine (Fogle) Phillips, age 89, passed away May 11, 2024 at her residence in Wyandotte, Oklahoma. Margaret was born on April 8, 1035 in Portland, Indiana to Raymond and Rachel (Ford) Fogle. Private family services will be held at a later date.
Steven Gregory Dyer
May 10, 2024
Steven Gregory Dyer, a devoted teacher and Pastor who touched the lives of many, passed away on May 10, 2024, in Zena, Oklahoma. He was born on November 23, 1958, in Claremore, Oklahoma, where he was welcomed by his loving parents, Gerald and Barbara Dyer, and soon joined by the arrival of his two brothers, Danny and Marty....
Brenda Jo Frickenschmidt
May 1, 2024
Brenda Jo Frickenschmidt, age 65, passed away on May 1, 2024, at her home in Grove, Oklahoma. Brenda was born on February 3, 1959, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was the loving daughter of Billy Durham and Geri (Dunn) McArdle.
Throughout her life, Brenda was known not only for her dedication to her career as a phlebotomist but also for her...
Jo Carol Ivey
Apr 30, 2024
Jo Carol Ivey passed on April 30, 2024, she was born on April 2, 1948, to Tom and Uneva Freeman.
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