Obituaries
Troy Wilson Lamphear
Jan 10, 2026
Troy Wilson Lamphear, 89, Grove, OK, died January 10, 2026, at his home. Troy was born on February 19, 1936, in Cherokee City, AR, the son of Irvin and Evelyn (Dawson) Lamphear.
Troy proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was married to the love of his life, Joyce Lamphear, for 54 years before her passing in 2016....
Diana Louise Brunner
Jan 7, 2026
A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Diana Louise Brunner passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, at the age of 76. She was born on October 1, 1949, in Wichita, Kansas.
Diana cherished the places she called home. She spent most of her adult years raising her family in Tulsa before retiring to her lake property in...
Vicki Lee DeRose
Jan 1, 2026
Vicki Lee DeRose, born August 5, 1948, in San Francisco, California, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Grove, Oklahoma. She leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories that will be forever held dear by her family and friends.
Vicki was a dedicated realtor with the Century 21 Rinker Agency, and Crye-Leike Realtors, where she built meaningful...
Jimmy Beard, Jr.
Dec 24, 2025
Jimmy Beard, Jr., passed away on December 24, 2025, at the age of 55, in Wyandotte, Oklahoma. He was born on February 14, 1970, in Monroe, Louisiana.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Jimmy's dedication to his country reflected his strong character and commitment to service. Beyond his military contributions, he was a passionate sports fanatic and a...
Kurt Brian Hagen
Dec 22, 2025
Kurt Brian Hagen, 92, of Grove, Oklahoma passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at his home on Monday, December 22.
Kurt was born in August 1933 in Neenah, Wisconsin, to Oscar E. Hagen and Frances Hagen, née McNulty.
Kurt graduated from Neenah High School in 1951 and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Colorado. He later earned...
Erick Jesus Ruiz Martinez
Dec 19, 2025
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Erick Jesus Ruiz Martinez, beloved son and cherished companion, entered eternal rest on December 19, 2025. He was born on July 24, 2025, in Joplin, Missouri, to Valentin De Jesus Ruiz Lagunas and Maria Victoria Martinez Sanchez. Though his time on earth was brief, Erick was a radiant light who captured hearts with his...
Gregory Lynn Brooks
Dec 18, 2025
Gregory Lynn Brooks, age 77, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. He was born on March 28, 1948, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Wayne and Pauline (Burnett) Brooks.
Gregory devoted much of his life to his work with the United States Postal Service, where he was known as a dependable and familiar presence in the community. Through his...
Lois Ann Pitts
Dec 9, 2025
Lois Ann Pitts, 87, beloved mother, grandmother, educator, master gardener, and treasured member of her community, passed away on December 9, 2025, at home in Jay, Oklahoma. She was born February 4, 1938, in Grove, Oklahoma. Lois was known for her kindness, devotion to educating others, and the joyful spirit that brightened every environment.
During World War II, the Nelson family...
Victoria Esta Cartwright
Dec 1, 2025
Victoria Esta Cartwright, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 1, 2025, at the age of 72 in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on March 8, 1953, in Loma Linda, California, Vickie was known for her deep love for her family and friends, always striving to bring joy to those around her.
Throughout her life, Vickie was a dedicated caregiver, embodying...
Anna Mae Gemellaro
Nov 29, 2025
Anna Mae Hines-Gemellaro gained her wings on November 29, 2025, at 8:47 am at Betty Ann Nursing Center in Grove, Oklahoma with with her daughter Johnnie Lynn Jackson, Lisa Gemellaro Johnson, Rebecca Lee Gemellaro and granddaughter Cali by her side. Anna was 83 years old. She was born on May 30, 1942, in Amarillo, Texas.
She was preceded in death by...
Peggy Anne Caswell
Nov 29, 2025
Peggy Anne Caswell, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, in Zena, Oklahoma. Born on March 1, 1937, in Farmington, New Mexico, Peggy lived a life filled with cherished memories, warmth, and an unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Peggy dedicated 30 years to serving others through her work with the postal service—ten years...
Charles Ray Duke, Jr.
Nov 27, 2025
Charles Ray Duke, Jr., born on January 8, 1959, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. He was a dedicated fire hydrant mechanic whose commitment to his work was matched only by his devotion to his family and community.
Charles lived a full and active life, enjoying many hobbies and the people he loved most....
Robert (Bob) Wendell Altmiller
Nov 23, 2025
Robert (Bob) Wendell Altmiller died peacefully in his home on November 23, 2025, surrounded by family.
Bob was born in Hereford, Texas and grew up in Ada, Oklahoma. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Pharmacy Degree and owned several pharmacies in Oklahoma City specializing in long term care. He was an entrepreneur who loved challenges. He was self-employed...
Joseph Michael Boyer
Nov 6, 2025
Joseph Michael Boyer (1947-2025), passed away on November 6, 2025 at the age of 78 in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on April 10, 1947 in Darby, Pennsylvania to Edgar and Catherine Boyer.
Throughout his life, he embodied dedication, service and love for his family and friends.A proud Vietnam War veteran, serving in the U.S. Army, where he found a purpose in protecting...
Lenora Catherine Sparks
Nov 4, 2025
Lenora Catherine Sparks, born on July 3, 1950, in Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. She was a beloved figure in her community, known for her warm spirit and unwavering dedication to her family, friends, and her heritage.
Lenora had a fruitful career as a bookkeeper, specializing in accounting and taxes for many years. Her...
Jack Edward Massey
Oct 31, 2025
Jack Edward Massey, born on January 10, 1939, in Denison, Texas, passed away on October 31, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. After earning his Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Oklahoma State University Jack dedicated over 35 years of his life working for the Department of Human Services. He worked tirelessly as an advocate for developmentally disabled children and adults. His...
Ray LaVerne Hall
Oct 31, 2025
Ray LaVerne Hall passed at the age of 88 on October 31, 2025 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on July 27, 1937 in Great Bend, Kansas to William Ray Hall and Jessie May Haney, an only child of two only children.
Every person has a birth and a death, but what one does with the dash between those dates defines...
Valerie Irene Ward
Oct 30, 2025
Valerie Ward (Horley) July 31, 1937 – October 30, 2025
Valerie Ward passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, following a fall. She was 88 years old. A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Valerie’s warmth and grace touched everyone who knew her.
She is lovingly remembered by her children, Sandra Moore (Daniel) and Graham Ward; her grandchildren, Joshua (Margo), Jeremy (Corina) and...
Janell Hestand
Oct 26, 2025
Janell Martin Hestand, age 90 of Grove, Oklahoma, crossed into heaven Sunday, October 26, 2025. She was born near Fayetteville, Arkansas September 8, 1935, to Arthur L and Hazel Belle (Hall) Martin, the eldest of 12 children.
Janell grew up on a farm at Greenland, Arkansas and after graduating from Fayetteville High School enrolled in Evangel College in Springfield, Missouri. There...
Barbara Ann Woodall
Oct 25, 2025
Barbara Woodall passed from this life on October 25, 2025, at home in Grove, Oklahoma.
Barbara Ann “Babs” Woodall (Hensley) was born on December 19, 1937, in Tucumcari, New Mexico to Willie A. Woodall and Ida C. Griggs Woodall.
Babs grew up in southern Colorado and northern New Mexico, attending school at LaJara Elementary, Creede Elementary and Albuquerque’s Ernie Pyle Junior High...
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