Obituaries

Bentley James Arnold

Bentley James Arnold

Jul 27, 2026

Bentley James Arnold, age 14, of Westville, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, July 27th, 2026. He was born on September 22, 2011, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Though his time on earth was far too short, Bentley lived life in a way that left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He had a heart of gold and a personality...

Terry Dewayne Cole

Terry Dewayne Cole

Jul 23, 2026

Terry Dewayne Cole was born on June 6, 1966, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to Jim and Mary Cole. He passed peacefully from this life on July 23, 2026, in Springdale, Arkansas, at the age of 60.

Terry was a man of deep faith, quiet strength, and remarkable intelligence. In 1992, he married the love of his life, Su Cole, and together...

Francis Gail Webster

Francis Gail Webster

Jul 9, 2026

Francis Gail Webster passed away peacefully at her home in Watts, Oklahoma, on July 9, 2026, one day before her 81st birthday.

Francis was born on July 10, 1945, at her family's home in Chewey, Oklahoma, to Lloyd and Marvie Hampton. Exceptionally bright and driven, she graduated from Westville High School in 1960 at just 15 years old, a testament to...

Kenneth Sherrin

Kenneth Sherrin

Jul 6, 2026

Kenneth Wayne “Kenny” Sherrin, 75, of Westville, Oklahoma, passed away at home after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma, a cancer he had lived with since 2011. Throughout his illness, Kenny demonstrated strength, determination, and resilience, facing each challenge with the same grit that defined the way he lived his life.

Born on Mother’s Day, May 13, 1951, in...

Kimberly Faye Retana

Kimberly Faye Retana

Jun 25, 2026

Kimberly Faye Blossom Retana was born on December 20, 1965, to Mary Martha Bouyear and Haroldine Blossom.

Kimberly embodied the radiant essence of love and connection, inspiring countless lives as a devoted daughter, sister, mother, niece, aunt, cousin, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend. One of her most remarkable qualities was her extraordinary ability to welcome strangers with open arms, offering a...

Barbara Jean Duncan

Barbara Jean Duncan

Jun 23, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Duncan, who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Barbara was born on November 1, 1953, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Barbara had a kind and generous heart She would truly give the shirt off...

Nellie Sue Hammer

Nellie Sue Hammer

Jun 21, 2026

Nellie "Bunny" Hammer, 65, of Tahlequah, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home on June 21, 2026.

Born on June 8th, 1961, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, Bunny was the daughter of Dave Hammer and Marinda (Bear) Hammer. She spent her life in the community she loved, where she became known for her friendly spirit, welcoming heart, and the joy she found in...

Billy Pack Jr.

Billy Pack Jr.

Jun 8, 2026

Billy Gene Pack Jr., 46, of Westville, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1979, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Billy was known for his sense of humor and the joy he brought to those around him. He loved fishing and spending time with his children—something he always made a priority. Whether sharing laughs or making memories,...

Loyd Dress

Loyd Dress

May 20, 2026

Loyd Dwain Dress, born on March 14, 1961, in Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Westville, Oklahoma, at the age of 65. He succumbed to health complications from COPD, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

He was preceded in death by his father, Richard William Dress; his mother, Velma Eller; his eldest brother Gregory...

Sidney Street

Sidney Street

May 18, 2026

Sidney was a devoted Christian, engineer, inventor, aviation enthusiast, and family man whose work helped shape advances in aerospace materials and military aviation over a career spanning decades. 

A graduate of Kent State High School and The Ohio State University with a degree in chemical engineering, he pioneered the development of epoxy, fiberglass, and carbon-fiber composite technologies that became foundational in...

Wanda Pickett

Wanda Pickett

May 15, 2026

Wanda Mae Pickett passed from this life on May 15, 2026, at her home in Watts, Oklahoma. She was born on October 16, 1949, in Hatfield, Arkansas, to Clyde and Minnie Lea.

Wanda was a woman who found joy in life’s simple treasures and in the people she loved most. In 1988, she married the love of her life, Billy Pickett,...

Micheal Warren Urich

Micheal Warren Urich

May 14, 2026

Micheal Warren Urich, aged 73, of Proctor, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. Born on June 12, 1952, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, he was the cherished son of the late Marion Urich and Doris (Hudson) Urich. Micheal was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years, Wanda Urich. He...

Hollyn Dixon

Hollyn Dixon

May 13, 2026

Hollyn Michelle Dixon was born on July 7, 2004, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, to Sarah Maxwell and Scott Hutcheson and passed from this life on May 13, 2026. Hollyn’s passing came far too soon, leaving unimaginable heartbreak for all who knew and loved her. 

Her beautiful spirit, infectious energy, and deep love for others created a lasting impact that will never be...

Louise JoAnn Harrison

Louise JoAnn Harrison

May 11, 2026

Louise JoAnn Harrison, born on January 12, 1946, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Gordon Mullin and Deloris (Douglas) Mullin. She passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, in Westville, Oklahoma, at the age of 80.

Louise was a beloved figure in her community, known for her warm spirit, dedication to her work, and her unwavering faith. Louise enjoyed a fulfilling career,...

Lois Ann Mullin

Lois Ann Mullin

May 1, 2026

Lois Ann Mullin, 78, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2026. She was born on July 15, 1947, to the late Walter Theodore Mallory and Ethel Eunice (Fickling) Mallory in St. Helens, Oregon.

Funeral Service will be 10 AM, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Faith Holiness Church, Westville OK with Bro. Casey West and Bro. Ronnie...

Larry Eugene Olinger

Larry Eugene Olinger

Apr 16, 2026

Larry Eugene Olinger 

December 26, 1941 - April 16, 2026Larry Eugene Olinger, 84, of Westville, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home in Tucson, Arizona, on April 16, 2026. He was born on December 26, 1941, in Westville, Oklahoma, where he would spend much of his life and call home.Larry answered the call to serve his country when he enlisted in...

David Ray Clark

David Ray Clark

Mar 29, 2026

David Ray Clark, 63, passed away at his home Sunday, March 29, 2026, after a long, valiant fight with cancer. He was surrounded by his adoring family and friends. David is survived by his wife Sealy of the home, his daughter Jennifer Guinn and husband Danny and their 7 children. His son, Michael Clark, his wife, Camille, and their four...

Nicolas Martinez III

Nicolas Martinez III

Mar 20, 2026

Nicolas Martinez III, age 33, of California, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2026, at his home.

Nicolas was born on December 2, 1992, in Turlock, California, to Nicolas Martinez Jr. and Audra Angus. He was raised in Turlock, where he attended school and built many lifelong memories. In 2023, Nicolas made Westville, Oklahoma, his home.

Nicolas was a creative soul who...

Johnathan Gregory Blondell

Johnathan Gregory Blondell

Feb 11, 2026

Johnathan Gregory Blondell, lovingly known as Johnny, was born on April 20, 1988, to Todd and Cathy (Hart) Blondell in Elyria, Ohio. He grew up in Georgia and graduated from Henry County High School.

Johnny was a man of many talents and passions. He loved playing the piano and singing, and he enjoyed playing tennis. He had a special place in...

Clara Maxine Hamilton

Clara Maxine Hamilton

Jan 29, 2026

Clara Maxine Hamilton was born on October 23, 1928, to John C. Reese and Lela “Crittenden” Reese. Maxine often joked that she was a “change-of-life baby,” as her mother was 40 years old when she was born. She entered the world in the two-story home on her family’s Cherokee allotted land in Proctor, Oklahoma—a place she always held close to...