Obituaries

Feb 22, 2023

Janice C. Hynum, 96, went to join her Lord on February 22, 2023. She was the third child, born on February 17, 1927, to Thomas Jefferson and Lottie Bell Smith in Idabel, OK. The family moved to Maysville, Arkansas soon after and then to Tucson, Arizona when their youngest son was born. It is there that Janice...

Feb 22, 2023

A man whose strength, compassion and faith were an inspiration to all who knew him, Dean Barrett passed peacefully at his home in Grove, Oklahoma on February 22.  Born September 20, 1919 Dean continued to work as a steadfast and beloved rancher and community leader well into his nineties.

Growing up on a farm in...

Feb 18, 2023

Don Steven “Steve” Burger was called home to be with the Lord on February 18, 2023, in Joplin, Missouri at the age of 77.  He was born on May 22, 1945, to Billy Don and JoAnn Bell Burger in Grove, Oklahoma.  He graduated from Grove High School in 1963.  He married Rebecca Ann Warren on April 2, 1971, and...

Feb 18, 2023

Michael David “Smiley” Layman, age 56, passed away on February 18, 2023, at Integris Grove Hospital.

Smiley was born on September 23, 1966, in Jay, Oklahoma.  He was the son of Ross and Charlotte (Callis) Layman.  Mike was very involved with FFA, he enjoyed showing cattle and pigs. Mike earned the Star Chapter Farmers Award...

Feb 13, 2023

Thomas Edward Donley, Jr., 83, resident of Grove, OK passed away February 13, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.  Thomas was born July 17, 1939, in North Bloomfield, Ohio to Thomas Edward and Lena (Dodd) Donley.  Tom was raised on the family dairy farm and later moved into town where his parents owned and operated the...

Feb 7, 2023

Asher Jayden Iliff, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at Integris Grove Hospital, he was 13 years old.

Asher was born on November 27, 2009, in Willmar, Minnesota.  He was the loving son of Josh and Wendy Iliff.  Asher enjoyed going to school, being outside, and going for car rides.

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Feb 3, 2023

Sandra Renee Adams (Palone) passed from complications of a stroke on February 3, 2023, she had her family at her bedside when she was called home. Sandra was born on March 25, 1948, to Chester Palone and Glena Johnson in the town of Marysville, California. Sandra had three sons Delany Adams, Guy Adams, and Dusty Hern. Sandra chose to...

Feb 3, 2023

Loretta Ruth Snell was born on January 31, 1937 to Curley and Ruby Pearl (Noe) Snell in Claremore, Oklahoma. She was raised in Kansas, Oklahoma with her 9 siblings where she also attended and graduated school. Loretta married Otis Eugene Wickliffe and was blessed with her beautiful children, Gregory Gene, Sandra Lea, Janet Sue, Tommy Eugene and Timothy Ray. She...

Jan 18, 2023

Kenneth Robert Garrigues, age 78, transitioned from this life to be with his Savior on January 18, 2023, surrounded by his family in his home.

Kenny was born on May 27, 1944, in Pratt Kansas to Charles and Helen Garrigues. Graduating from Preston High School, Class of 1963 in...

Jan 15, 2023

James Leslie Frazier, Jr, 29 year old Grove resident, passed from this life Sunday, January 15, 2023.  James was born in Miami, OK on February 15, 1993, to James Frazier and Misty Dias.  On October 16, 2021, he was united in marriage to Fiona Morse.  James was a man of many talents.  He enjoyed cooking, crafting, jewelry making, music,...

Jan 14, 2023

Virgil Lee “Scottie” Scott, age 79, passed away on January 14, 2023, at his residence in Afton, Oklahoma.

Virgil was born on April 29, 1943, in South Haven, Kansas.  He was the son of Emil Scott and Virginia (Milligan) Scott. He was united in marriage to Linda Lou Anderson in September of 1981....

Jan 9, 2023

Wilma Jean (England) Buzzard, 87, passed away on January 9, 2023, at Grandwood Assisted Living Center in Grove, Oklahoma. Wilma was born on September 5, 1935, in Miami, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of Melvin and Elores (Heman) England. She was a graduate of Afton High School, class of 1953. Wilma was united in marriage to the love of her life, Garnett A. Buzzard on December 21,...

Jan 8, 2023

Jolene Manes (Townsend) passed from this life on January 8, 2023 in Grove, Oklahoma. She was born on December 27, 1928 to Buck Townsend, and Mildred Oxford in the town of Durant, Oklahoma.

Jan 2, 2023

Jarrod Wayne O’Banion, 40-year-old Grove resident, passed away from this life on Monday, January 2, 2023.  Jarrod was born in Miami, OK on March 23, 1982, to Vernon and Rebecca O’Banion.  He proudly served as a fireman in the Navy from 2001-2005.  Jarrod loved being outdoors and spending time at the creek.  He also had a passion...

Dec 28, 2022

Wesley Allen Scarberry, age 64, passed away on December 28, 2022, at his residence in Jay, Oklahoma.

Wesley was born on July 23, 1958, in Big Lake, Texas to Don and Jeanne (Terry) Scarberry.  Wesley was united in marriage to Jeneva Marie Pace.  He worked as a pipe fitter in the pipeline industry. ...

Dec 28, 2022

Cheryl Yvonne Smith, 72-year-old resident of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away on December 28, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.  Cheryl was born on October 11, 1950, in Lyons, Kansas.  She was the loving daughter of William “Bill” Edgar and Loretta Jo (Bowman) Inlow.  She was united in marriage to Danny Smith.  She enjoyed crocheting, attending church,...

Dec 26, 2022

Joann Neal was born on August 26, 1944, in Jay, Oklahoma to Arnold and Zanoma Price.  She lived in Jay almost her entire life.  She graduated from Jay High School in 1962.  She was the granddaughter of Ollie and Leila Praytor and Chock and Ethel Price, both of her grandfathers were Delaware County Sheriffs at one time.  One can...

Dec 24, 2022

James Richard Morse was called home by his Lord in the early morning hours of Christmas Eve; December 24, 2022. James was able to pass peacefully in his home with his family by his side. He was born on August 8, 1955, to Elmer Morse, and Thelma Wood in the town of New Port, Arkansas.

James met...

Dec 23, 2022

Carla Kim Brittain transitioned to heaven on December 23, 2022, due to complications from emphysema. She was 61 years young.

Carla was a light and the epitome of love. She lived a life of love and kindness and it was seen everywhere she went and with everyone she touched. She never met a stranger and would create...

Dec 17, 2022

Johnny Ray Williams of Grove, Oklahoma, joined his Heavenly Father Saturday, December 17, 2022. He was 68. John was born August 9, 1954, in Grove, to the late Charles Cicero Williams and Louise Katherine Thompson Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Jimmy Claude Williams, brother-in-law, David Ray Pattison, and niece,...