Obituaries
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...
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...
Troy Clay Birdsell
Oct 22, 2025
Troy Clay Birdsell “GG” sadly passed away on October 22, 2025, in Vinita, Oklahoma at the age of 40.
Troy Clay was born on July 6, 1985, in Miami, Oklahoma to Jody C. Birdsell and Portia Lynn Brewster. Troy attended school in Grove, Oklahoma, and was a resident of Grove most of his life. Troy was a loving and kind soul...
Darianne Marie Zarintash
Oct 21, 2025
Darianne Marie Zarintash, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and dedicated member of her community, returned to her heavenly Father on October 21, 2025, in Fairland, Oklahoma. Born on March 1, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Darianne lived a life rich in faith, family, purpose, and contribution—leaving a profound impact on all who had the privilege to know her.
Darianne’s life was marked...
Paul Edward Pierce
Oct 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of
“Papa Smurf”
Paul Edward Pierce February 26, 1941 – October 15, 2025
Paul Edward Pierce, born February 26, 1941, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to Louis Rowson Pierce and Barbara Pierce (Pond), passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Paul dedicated 35 years of service to United Airlines as a Ramp Service Man, where he was known for...
Clinton K. Dennis
Oct 3, 2025
Clinton K Dennis (Dub) passed away peacefully at his home in Grove, OK on Friday evening, Oct. 3, 2025. He had not really been ill, his heart just longed to be with Jesus and the lady love of his life.
Dub was born on January 15, 1933 to Fannie Goad Dennis and Earl T. Dennis in Perrin, MO. He served in...
Anthony Kent Ferguson
Oct 1, 2025
Anthony Kent Ferguson, 61, lovingly known as Tony or “T-Bone,” was born on April 20, 1964, in Joplin, Missouri, and passed away on October 1, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and a deep passion for music and broadcasting.
Tony’s career blossomed as a radio host for KGVE 99.3, where, beginning in 2023, he...
Angie Magdaline Ingham
Sep 10, 2025
Angie Magdaline Ingham, born July 14, 1942, in Fairfax, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at Grove Nursing Center in Grove, Oklahoma. She lived a life filled with love, responsibility, and countless cherished memories.
As the oldest of eight children, Angie embraced responsibility early, helping to raise her younger brothers and sisters while growing up on the family farm....
Sue Ann Gifford
Sep 7, 2025
Sue Ann Gifford, 83, was born on March 12, 1942, in Jay, Oklahoma, and passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Sue devoted her life to caring for others, serving for 36 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Integris Grove Hospital. Her dedication, kindness, and skill earned the deep respect of her colleagues and the gratitude of...
Robert Lee Arivett
Aug 27, 2025
Robert Lee Arivett, 87 year old resident of Zena, Oklahoma, passed way on August 27, 2025. Robert was born on November 22, 1937 in Wayne City, Illinois.
No public services will be held.
Johnnie F. Pryor, Jr.
Aug 10, 2025
Johnnie Francis Pryor, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 10, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 68. Born on October 23, 1956, in Pittsburg, Kansas, Johnnie's legacy will live on through the love he shared and the lives he touched.
Johnnie dedicated much of his life to the noble profession of newspaper delivery,...
Michael Charles Gregory
Aug 10, 2025
Michael Charles Gregory, born April 16, 1954, in Pryor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Jay, Oklahoma with his wife and sister by his side.
Michael dedicated many years to his work as a maintenance technician at the Wonder Bread factory, where his expertise in machining, welding, electrical work, carpentry, and mechanics was well respected. Known for his...
Laveta Carol Davidson
Aug 6, 2025
Laveta Carol Davidson, age 88, a dedicated mother, gifted musician, and astute business partner, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on December 25, 1937, in Joplin, Missouri, Laveta lived a life rich in love, music, and family.
Laveta pursued her passion for music, earning a bachelor's degree in music. She possessed exceptional talent, playing the piccolo...
Rozann Teehee
Aug 5, 2025
Rozann (Tanner) Teehee Left us Peacefully the Morning of August 05, 2025 at the age of 77.
Rozann was born on September 20, 1947 to Allen (Buck) and Virginia (Ginny) Tanner. She leaves behind 2 brothers Earl and Jim Tanner of Yreka Ca. and 1 sister Jayne Hamilton of Grove Ok., 2 sons Richard French, Dallas (J.R.) Tanner and 2 daughters...
Danny H. Murry
Aug 4, 2025
Danny H. Murry, age 89, a beloved member of both his family and community, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on July 7, 1936, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Danny lived a life rich in adventure, resilience, and deep love for those around him.
He spent many years on the road as a long-haul truck driver—a career that...
Barbara Aileen Ransbottom
Aug 4, 2025
Barbara A. Ransbottom, age 96, formerly of Independence, KS, passed away on August 4, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Barbara was born in Sycamore Valley, north of Independence on January 22, 1929, to Fred and Hazel (Hurst) Ringle. She attended elementary school in Sycamore and high school and junior college in Independence. She was a member of the Independence High School...
Sandra Kay Evans
Jul 31, 2025
Sandra Kay Evans, born August 9, 1945, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at the age of 79. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A private service will be held by the family.
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