Local Obituaries for Perry & Stillwater, Oklahoma

Dec 7, 2024

Judy was born December 18, 1947, on the family farm north of Lucien, Oklahoma. She was the youngest daughter of Fred and Geraldine Loraine (Hearne) Avery. Judy grew up with her six siblings and lived in the Covington community most of her life, always wanting to be close to family. She married Cleo Wayne Gottfried on January 10, 1964, from...

Dec 6, 2024

Edwin Ora Chase was born August 8, 1936, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the son of Chester G. and Velma L. (Schwab) Chase. He passed away on December 6, 2024, at OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City, following a brief illness. 

After graduating from Perry High School, Eddie joined the US Navy and was stationed at Patuxent River Naval Base in Potomac, Maryland....

Dec 2, 2024

Jimmie F. Watkins, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 2, 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, at the age of 85. Born on September 22, 1939, in Elk City, Oklahoma, Jim lived a life marked by dedication, faith, and service to his community.

Jim graduated from Chickasha High School in 1957 and soon after honored his commitment to his...

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.   He will be laid to rest on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 11AM in the Fort Gibson National Cemetery with full military honors.

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

Dennis walked to the beat of his own drum, always doing things his way. He was a devout Christian, always wore his best suits and took great care to tie intricate knots on his ties every Saturday before Church. He always looked good and smelled good on Saturdays. Dennis also ran the sound system for his church and loved his...

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 (Dowah) was born April 7, 1938 to Arthur and Rosie Schneider in Lipscomb County, Texas.

Bill grew up in rural Darrouzett, Texas where he enjoyed playing all sports and graduated in 1956.  On May 11, 1957 he married Beverly Gillespie.  They moved to Clarendon, Texas where he pursued his teaching degree.  He then attended West Texas State University...

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...