Local Obituaries for Perry & Stillwater, Oklahoma

Dec 1, 2024

Carl N. Provence, 90, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday December 1, 2024. He was born Sep. 11, 1934, in Beggs, OK, and attended school in Okmulgee, OK, graduating in the class of 1952. 

A graveside service will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 11 a.m. Sunset Memorial Garden Cemetery in Stillwater. December 7 was always a meaningful day...

Dec 1, 2024

Louis R. Russell, 86, longtime resident of Stillwater passed from this life on Sunday, December 1, 2024 in Oklahoma City. Funeral services have been entrusted to the care of Dighton-Marler Funeral Home of Stillwater.

Louis was born July 26, 1938 to Everett and Hattie (Forrester) Russell. Louis grew up in the Glencoe area and graduated from Glencoe High School in 1956....

Nov 29, 2024

Dennis Carlyle Rupp, age 82, of Lucien, passed away November 29, 2024, in Stillwater. He was born on December 12, 1941, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dennis was the son of Clara (Snyder) and Adolph Rupp of Lucien, Oklahoma.

He grew up a happy child in the Lucien Community on their farm. Dennis was in the last eighth grade class of Lucien...

Nov 25, 2024

Mr. Henderson, age 66, passed way Monday, November 25, 2024 in Stillwater.  Services are pending at this time.  Service details will be available soon.

Nov 23, 2024

Donald Jerome Tetik, 89, of Perry, Oklahoma, passed away at home on November 23, 2024, just short of his 90th birthday. 

Donald (Don) was born in Perry, Oklahoma, on December 3, 1934, the only child of Frank and Mamie (Appelbaum) Tetik. Don grew up on the family farm east of Perry and attended elementary school at the rural Whipple School, junior...

Nov 20, 2024

Mr. Dennis Harrison, age 63, Stillwater resident, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in Stillwater.  Services are pending at this time but will be posted as soon as they become available.  Condolences to the family can be shared here on his webpage if you would like.

Nov 19, 2024

Patricia Ann Inman, born on September 12, 1939, in Bradford, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia was a warm and nurturing soul, known for her loving, kind, and generous nature. She dedicated several years of her life working in Environmental Services at Oklahoma State University, where her commitment to...

Nov 18, 2024

Stephen “Steve” Ray Cruzan was born on May 20th, 1951, to Eva Bernice and Lee Cruzan in Chickasha Oklahoma. Steve graduated Tuttle High School in 1969 and graduated Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor in Science in Agriculture in 1974. Steve married Tamara “Tammy” Cruzan on October 13th, 1974, in Tuttle OK.

Steve lived in Stillwater for a majority of his...

Nov 16, 2024

Billie Ray Schneider, age 86, resident of Stillwater, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 16, 2024 in Stillwater surrounded by his loving family.  Bill's family is composing a meaningful obituary and will be published here soon.  They are planning a Celebration of Life service in the spring.  Details will be posted as soon as they become available.  

Bill will be...

Nov 14, 2024

William Michael Brown, 79, was born October 24, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to son of Dr. Arthur Murton Brown and Evelyn Mae (Green) Brown. He passed away November 14, 2024, at Porta Caeli House in Tulsa. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 12-8 P.M. with family greeting guests from 6-8 P.M. at Dighton Marler Funeral Home. Funeral service...

Nov 12, 2024

Nov 10, 2024

Rockey "Rock" Duane Gottfried, age 70, of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Tulsa. He was born January 30, 1954 in Perry, Oklahoma to Walter and Ida (Shelton) Gottfried. He grew up in Perry and Stillwater area and attended school in both places through the 10th grade.

He married Sherry Lucas on October 17, 1975 in Stillwater. They...

Nov 9, 2024

Peggy Eades, 82, of Stillwater, Oklahoma passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, with her children by her side. A memorial service will begin at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Stillwater Bible Church with Senior Pastor JB Bond officiating.

 

Peggy was born September 4, 1942, to Lewis and Vivian (Eiel) Carpenter in Carney, Oklahoma. Peggy graduated from Stillwater High School...

Nov 8, 2024

David (Dave) William Mason, 74, was born at Stillwater Medical Center August 29, 1950, to Glen O. Mason and Geraldine (Jerry) (Reaves) Mason, who have preceded him in death. Dave passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at his home in Perry.

After graduating from Perry High School in 1968, Dave met his future wife, Paula, when he was living and working...

Nov 7, 2024

Jermaine Powell, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on November 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music that will forever resonate with all who knew him.

 Born alongside his twin, Tramaine, Jermaine entered the world with a vibrant spirit, always standing out with his infectious personality and unforgettable sense of humor. From the moment he arrived,...

Nov 6, 2024

Curtis Allen Mitchell, 70, went to be with his Heavenly Father Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Stillwater Medical Center. Allen was born June 25, 1954, in Pawnee, Oklahoma, to Curtis and Doris Mitchell. A visitation will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, from 9am to 1:30pm at Dighton Marler Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow the visitation at...

Nov 4, 2024

Kenneth Charles, “KC” Sanders, 48, of Ponca City, Oklahoma was called to his eternal resting place on Monday, November 4, 2024.

KC was born to Charles Dean Sanders and Rossina Chayne DeNoya Sanders on December 29, 1975.

KC enjoyed cooking. He started using his cooking skills at a young age at the Rust Barrel in Ponca City. He was also very good...

Nov 2, 2024

Matthew Dickens, a resident of Hennessey, and beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024, in Edmond, Oklahoma at the age of 40. Born on June 17, 1984, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Matthew’s life was marked by his unwavering love for his family, dedication to his career, and his generous spirit.

A proud graduate of...

Oct 26, 2024

Fred Olen Turner, 93, passed away on October 26, 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He lived a life marked by dedication to his family, education, and service.

Fred was born on February 3, 1931, in Ringwood, Oklahoma, to Albert and Maud Mae (Moody) Turner. Fred grew up in Cleo Springs, Oklahoma and graduated from Cleo Springs High School in 1949. After High...

Oct 24, 2024

Jack Farrel Lane was born April 20, 1934, to Clarence “Dude” Lane and Hattie Mae Willis Lane in Cushing, Oklahoma. He passed from this life on October 24, 2024, in Cushing, Oklahoma. He was 90 years old.

Jack spent most of his younger years traveling with his family. Those were trying times financially for the entire country, so his father would...