Local Obituaries for Perry & Stillwater, Oklahoma

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...

Oct 23, 2024

Mary Sue Jackson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 23, 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She was born on November 26, 1932, in Atkins, Arkansas, to Herman Austin and Wathia (Keener) Austin.

After graduating from Atkins High School, she moved with her family from Arkansas to Oklahoma City. She began a career with Southwestern Bell “The Phone Company”...

Oct 20, 2024

Michael William Kress went to be with the Lord on October 20th, 2024, at 75 years of age. Michael Kress was born to Paul and Helen Kress on January 4th, 1949, in Oakland, CA. Michael graduated from Utah State University with a master’s degree in Hydrology and was a dedicated employee at Oklahoma State University, an avid cyclist, lover of...

Oct 16, 2024

Patricia Pinson, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024, in Weatherford, Oklahoma, at the age of 73. Born on July 31, 1951, in East St. Louis, Illinois to John Morgan and Mary Louise (Pettet) Manion, Patricia led a life marked by kindness, love and generosity as she endeavored to live her life with...

Oct 15, 2024

Sally Ann Minshall, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 73 on October 15, 2024, in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Born on December 11, 1950, in Stillwater, Oklahoma to James "Jim" and Pearl Louise (Thurman) Sumpter, Sally spent her life surrounded by the love of family and friends, showcasing her warm and kind personality...

Oct 14, 2024

Oct 12, 2024

Staci Nichole Etheridge, born on June 22, 1985, left us far too soon on October 12, 2024.

 Staci exemplified a truly immense heart. Her selflessness knew no bounds; she was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need, often prioritizing others above herself. Her beautiful smile and infectious laughter could brighten even the darkest days, making it impossible...

Oct 11, 2024

Diedra D. Forman, 54, was born December 29, 1969, in Perry, Oklahoma, the daughter of Cheryle Dowell (Forman) Leach and Paul Ray Forman. She passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior October 11, 2024, at Stillwater Creek Skilled Nursing and Therapy, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She was currently a resident of Perkins.

Arrangements for her services have been...

Oct 9, 2024

Ann Durand Watkins, 76, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away on October 9, 2024. Born on December 10, 1947, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, she was the beloved daughter of Mary Mustard Durand and Robert Rizer Durand. Ann is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Eddie Watkins, whom she married on September 2, 1967. Together, they raised two sons, Chad Watkins...

Oct 9, 2024

Cecil Raymond Williams Jr., age 70, known by his friends as “Chief,” was born April 17, 1954, in Perry, Oklahoma, the son of Cecil Raymond Williams Sr. and Ernestene Knight Williams. He passed from this life October 9, 2024, at Integris Southwest Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Dighton-Marler Funeral Home, Perry, has been entrusted with his Celebration of Life arrangements. 

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Oct 5, 2024

Malinda “Linda” Louise Sewell of Orlando, Oklahoma passed away peacefully at her home on October 5, 2024, after a brief illness, with her oldest daughter, Katherine (Kate) Robinson by her side. She was 80 years old.

 Linda was born on November 13, 1943, in Stillwater, Oklahoma to Cecil George (Jack) and Bertha Louise (Mitchell) Metcalf. She was the youngest of five...

Oct 2, 2024

Oct 2, 2024

Daryl “Luke” Douglas Lukehart September 24, 1948 - October 2, 2024, Luke reunited with his beloved wife in their final resting place on October 2, 2024.

Luke was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on September 24, 1948, to Harold and Louella (Paxton) Lukehart. He graduated from Oelwein High School in 1966. He enlisted, proudly serving in The United States Air Force working...

Oct 1, 2024

Dennis Dunlay, 84, was born in Osage, Iowa, and lived his formative years on a family farm near McIntire, Iowa.

His early education, K - 8, at the Bailey Country School revealed an extremely keen intellect. He passed through McIntire High School, Upper Iowa University, The University of Notre Dame (earning his Masters of Science), and PhD pursuit at Oklahoma State...

Sep 29, 2024

Lena Mae Jackson, age 93, went into the arms of her maker on September 29, 2024. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Lena was born in Langston, Oklahoma on June 6, 1931, to her mother Hettie and father W.B. Cox, and was the youngest of nine children.

 For many years, Lena was an active member of Second Baptist Church in...

Sep 29, 2024

Larry D. Tovar, 87, was born September 6, 1937, in Fort Quilman, Texas….in a cave on Neeley’s Ranch in the Sierra Madre Mountains…to Urbano Diaz and Rita Tovar. He passed from this life September 29, 2024, at his home in Perry. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Dighton-Marler Funeral Home.

Larry grew up in Perry and graduated from Perry High School...

Sep 29, 2024

  Charles (Chuck) William Bilyeu, 60, was born in Woodward, Oklahoma on January 17, 1964, the son of Roy Bilyeu and Carolyn (Davis) Longan. He passed from this life on September 29, 2024, at Stillwater Creek Nursing Home in Stillwater. Arrangements have been entrusted to Dighton-Marler Funeral Home.

Chuck moved to Perry with his family when he was in the third...

Sep 28, 2024

Private Family services

Sep 27, 2024

Connie Carole Garst, born on June 15, 1949, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away peacefully on September 27 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She was 75 years old. Connie leaves behind a legacy defined by her kind loving nature, family-oriented spirit, and a dedication to both her professional and personal life.

She dedicated over 13 years of her career as a material...