Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Perry & Stillwater, Oklahoma
Merle Morris Manning
Jun 19, 2025
Merle Morris Manning was born December 22, 1936, in Lucien, Oklahoma, the son of Guy Manning and Effie Marie McCracken Manning. He passed away June 19, 2025 at OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Merle grew up in Lucien and graduated from Orlando High school in 1955. He continued his education at Northern Oklahoma College at Tonkawa and Oklahoma State...
Boyd Lee Sumpter
Jun 16, 2025
Boyd Lee Sumpter, born on December 16, 1996, in Enid, Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, June 16, 2025, in Perry, Oklahoma. He was a cherished son, brother, and father, whose impact on the lives of those around him will be fondly remembered.
Boyd attended Perry Public School, where he made lasting memories along his educational journey. He was known...
Steven Ray Heath
Jun 15, 2025
Steven Ray (Steve) Heath, 59, passed away on Father’s Day, June 15, 2025, at Integris Hospice Center in Oklahoma City, OK.
He was born June 10, 1966, the son of Denzil Ray Heath and Sharon Kay (Taylor) Heath, in Oklahoma City where he grew up and graduated from Grant High School in 1984. He moved to Perry with his family in...
Linnie Marie Berkenbile
Jun 15, 2025
Linnie Marie Yost Berkenbile went to be with her Lord on June 15, 2025, at 12:49 a.m., at the age of 72.
Linnie was born on June 24, 1952, in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, to Marie and Carl Yost. She attended Omega Public Schools and graduated in 1970 from Lomega Public Schools, the second graduating class following the consolidation of Loyal and Omega...
Dorothy June Arthur
Jun 14, 2025
Dorothy June Arthur, 88 of Perkins, OK, was called home to her Lord on June 14, 2025, surrounded by her children. She was born January 31, 1937, to Shirley Ivan and Dorothy Mae Brown, in Oklahoma City, OK. She lived a short time in Fairfield, IL, and the remainder of her life in Payne County, OK. She graduated in 1953...
Steve Deleno Ritter
Jun 7, 2025
Steve Deleno Ritter, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Born on June 11, 1939, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Steve lived a life full of love and dedication to his family and his work.
Growing up in Glencoe, Oklahoma, Steve graduated from Eureka High School in 1957. He was a man of great...
Keith Edward Matthews
Jun 1, 2025
Keith Edward Matthews was born January 13, 1967, in Marrero, Lousiana, the son of Lowell Eugene Matthews and Margaret Marie (Beier) Matthews. He passed away at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana June 1, 2025, at the age of 58.
He grew up in the New Orleans area and although he was an autistic young man, he...
Parker Grayson Brown
Jun 1, 2025
Parker Grayson Brown, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 30. Born on October 31, 1994, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Parker grew up in a nurturing environment filled with love and support. He attended Stillwater High School, graduating with the class of 2013, where he was known for his...
William Randell "Randy" Hall
May 29, 2025
Randy Hall went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 29, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. His death came just two days after his brother, Gerald's death.
Randy was born William Randell Hall on September 30, 1950, to Virgil and Lorraine Hall in the family home in Tryon, Oklahoma, the fourth boy born to this rowdy bunch...
Robert Cockrum
May 24, 2025
Robert "Robbie" Cockrum, a beloved husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, nephew and uncle, passed away peacefully at his home in Ponca City on Saturday, May 24, 2025, with his wife by his side. Born on December 27, 1967 in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Robbie lived a life that exemplified love and dedication to his family, friends, and country.
Robbie grew up in Perry,...
Neomi Perales Ruiz
May 23, 2025
Neomi Perales Ruiz, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 16, 1990, in Center, Texas, Neomi radiated joy and warmth throughout her life, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her.
Neomi spent her career in the food industry,...
Michael Eugene Watts
May 23, 2025
Michael Eugene Watts, affectionately known as "Gene," was born on November 8, 1947, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He peacefully passed away at his home in Ripley, Oklahoma, on May 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Gene dedicated over 25 years of his life to the agricultural community as the foreman for Joe Blair Farm, which subsequently became the Beth Crump Farm...
Veda Jo Kirtley
May 21, 2025
Veda Jo Kirtley Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, educator and traveler December 22, 1934 – May 21, 2025
Veda Jo Kirtley passed away peacefully surrounded by family and the framed photos of the people she loved most. She was 90. Born in Oklahoma City and raised in Moore, she was the adored only child of Aretas Frank and Veda Neal Ferry. She...
Charlotte M. Matheson
May 21, 2025
Charlotte Marie Matheson passed away May 21, 2025, in her home in Stillwater surrounded by family.
Charlotte Chandler was born on December 16, 1951, to Arthur and Vera Chandler. She was raised in the rural Cushing area and graduated from Cushing High School in 1969.
On July 31, 1993, Charlotte brought her three sons to marriage with Rick Matheson and his three...
Harold Ray Campbell
May 20, 2025
Harold Ray Campbell passed into Heaven early Tuesday morning May 20, 2025, at the age of 98.
He was born on July 17, 1926, to Everett and Nola Campbell on their farm south of Stillwater. He was raised with his brother, Hollis Campbell and his two sisters, Helen Dale and Joan Shively.
Harold met his future wife Betty Jean Ridings as seniors...
Ervin C. Bier
May 11, 2025
Ervin C. Bier, a long-time Perry, Oklahoma resident, currently residing in Mounds, Oklahoma, passed away May 11, 2025 at the age of 73, in Glenpool, Oklahoma. He was born September 5, 1951 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Adam Bier and Gladys Ryle Bier.
Ervin served six years in the United States Army and was a Vietnam War Veteran. He earned...
Wilma Lucille Combs
May 8, 2025
Wilma Lucille Combs, a cherished soul and beloved matriarch, left this world on May 8, 2025, at her home in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Born on April 6, 1937, in Agra, Oklahoma, Wilma embodied a loving spirit that touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She graduated from Ripley High School in 1954 and soon after found...
Ann Marie Will
May 7, 2025
Ann Marie Will was born in Sumner, Oklahoma in the family home on February 19, 1934. With her family by her side, she peacefully passed on May 7, 2025.
“Marie” was the eldest child of Frank and Audra Hansen. She lived in the Sumner and Morrison communities for nearly her whole life. She graduated from Sumner High School in 1951 and...
Kathryn Suzanne Love
May 6, 2025
Kathryn Suzanne Love, lovingly known as Kathy, was born on April 19, 1957, in Lansing, Michigan. She passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Kathy’s life was characterized by her profound commitment to her family, her passion for music, her deep faith, and her dedication to her community.
Kathy spent more than 25 years as the church pianist...
Ron Rakes
May 6, 2025
Winford R. "Ron" Rakes passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa after a brief illness.
Ron was born November 1, 1949 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Gladys Belle (Fagan) and Montague Rakes.
He attended Perkins school where he graduated with the class of 1967. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1968. During his enlistment he served...
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