Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County
Sandra E. Callaway
May 16, 2025
Sandra Elaine Callaway, age 75, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of May 16, 2025, just one day shy of her 76th birthday. She was surrounded by all her “girls,” wrapped in love and comfort after fighting a short but courageous battle with a very difficult illness.
Sandra was a deeply devoted mom, grandma, great-grandma, and loyal friend....
Nickalas Lynn Smitha
May 14, 2025
Nickalas Lynn Smitha, a precious child of love and light, was born on May 14, 2025. With a soul too pure for world, he touched the lives of all who anticipated the joy of knowing him.
Before his much-anticipated arrival, Nickalas gently departed this realm, leaving behind family and friends not yet met.
Nickalas is survived by a loving community of family...
Becky Sue Garlow
May 14, 2025
Becky Sue Vickrey Garlow, (70), passed away peacefully at home in Shawnee, OK, on May 14, 2025, surrounded by her adoring family. Becky, affectionately known to her family as "Grammy", was born to Norma and Eugene Vickrey on May 20, 1954, in Chickasha, OK.
Becky grew up in the farming community of Minco, OK, with wonderful parents and brothers, and...
Donald W. Casteel
May 4, 2025
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Billie Lora Hickey
May 2, 2025
Billie Lora Hickey, born on July 15, 1939, in Watonga, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at the age of 85.
An alumna of the University of Oklahoma, Billie earned her degree in art education and taught for before dedicating herself full-time to raising her family. On January 23, 1965, she married the love of her life, Arlie Monroe...
Tim Edward Taron
May 1, 2025
Timothy “Tim” Edward Taron was born on November 22, 1950 to Pierre and Lelia Taron in Shawnee OK, where he spent the entirety of his time on this earth. He went to his true home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025.
As the youngest of 13 children, Tim was an uncle to 10 the day he was born....
Cora LaVonne Vail
Apr 29, 2025
Shawnee resident Cora Lavonne Vail, a child of God, left her earthly residence and entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at the age of 97 years. Lavonne was born on December 7, 1927 to Robert Boyd and Alpha Friend in Okemah, Oklahoma. Lavonne attended schools in Shawnee, Oklahoma and Bacone College in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Her career was...
Barbara Kay Carter
Apr 29, 2025
Barbara Kay Carter was born on March 31, 1960, in Buffalo, MN in the backseat of a car on the way to the hospital. She was born to Henry and Hester (Kuiper) Smith. Barbara grew up on a farm in rural Maple Lake, MN where she lived most of her life.
As a child, she attended school in Annandale, Minnesota. She...
JoAnn P. Ring
Apr 28, 2025
JoAnn P. Ring, age 83, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, while surrounded by her beloved family at her home in Shawnee.
JoAnn was born on January 24, 1942, in Wolf, Oklahoma, the daughter of Joe and Leva (Burgess) Pierce. She was raised in the Seminole, Wolf, and Bowlegs area, graduating from Pleasant Grove High School in...
Weldon Ray Pendergrass
Apr 24, 2025
Weldon Ray Pendergrass, 78, of Shawnee, Oklahoma passed away on April 24, 2025. Ray was born to Jim and Mary Pendergrass in Nashville, Tennessee in 1947. He graduated from Hazel Green High School in 1965 and went on to attend Lipscomb University. Ray was a Vietnam veteran who proudly served his country in the Air Force from 1967 to 1971.
Ray...
Randy G. Flowers
Apr 21, 2025
Randy Gene Flowers, age 72, of Meeker, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home on April 21, 2025.
Randy was born on October 3, 1952, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He graduated from Meeker High School in 1970, where he was a talented student, athlete, and musician. During his school years, Randy played six instruments in the band—depending on the year—and was a...
Stephen Ernest Cash
Apr 19, 2025
Stephen Ernest Cash, born on August 27, 1954, departed this life on April 19, 2025. A proud veteran, he served in the United States Air Force as a Technical Sergeant in Medical Services, dedicating 20 years of his life to protecting and caring for others.
After his military retirement, Stephen made a significant impact as a surgical tech, where his skills...
Darline Elizabeth Chastain
Apr 18, 2025
Darline E. Chastain, age 92, of Porum, Oklahoma, formerly of Shawnee, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
Darline was born April 5, 1933 in Ponca City, Oklahoma, the youngest of six children to Bert Augustus and Lucy Rodman. She married the love of her life, Melburn Chastain on October 07, 1955 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. They celebrated 43 years...
Jackie E. Ramsey
Apr 15, 2025
Jackie "Jack" Ernest Ramsey, 86, was called Home Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Jack was born on October 28, 1938 in Alfalfa, Oklahoma to Fred and Velma Ramsey. He was one of four children and their only son. He graduated from Macomb High School in 1956, where he was the first baseman on the state champion baseball team....
Jacque Lou Long
Apr 15, 2025
Jacque Lou (Ashley) Long passed from this life on April 15, at the age of 90 in McLoud, Oklahoma.
She was known to her family as Lou, grandkids as Nina, and Jackie to friends. She was a woman with incredible love and kindness. Her family was everything to her and she has left an imprint that will be carried forward for...
Trevor Donovan (Holahta) Larney
Apr 11, 2025
Trevor Donovan (Holahta) Larney, born on February 3, 1994, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on April 11, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Throughout his life, Trevor was known for his outgoing personality, unwavering enthusiasm, and an extraordinary capacity to love, especially for his children, his family, and his Aunt Darnell.
Trevor earned his GED and proudly obtained his welding license. He put...
Juanita Souix Smith
Apr 9, 2025
Juanita Souix Smith, aged 64, passed away on April 9th, 2025. Juanita was a beloved member of her community, known for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. She touched the lives of many with her warmth and compassion.
Juanita was born in Phoenix, AZ, and lived in the Shawnee, OK area for most of her life. She always had a strong...
Betty Jewel Hight
Apr 2, 2025
Mrs. Betty Jewel Wyatt Hight was born on November 19, 1928, in Newport, Arkansas to James Wyatt and Addie Dell Woody Wyatt. She entered her eternal home on April 2, 2025, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She was a kind and caring woman of faith and an encouraging and supportive presence in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing...
Rosela Marie Wilson
Apr 1, 2025
Rosela was born February 6, 1960 in Pawnee, Oklahoma, a daughter of Bill Foreman and Patty (Botone) Kaubin. She was raised in the Shawnee area attending Bethel and Shawnee schools. The love of her life, Aaron F. Wilson became her husband on May 1, 1977 in Shawnee. Their marriage was blessed with four children. After high school, Rosela attended Gordon...
Christine Elaine Grider
Mar 27, 2025
Christine Elaine Grider, resident of Shawnee, OK, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Goldie Little and her siblings.
Chris is survived by her husband, Wayne of the home; her children, Vicki Grider (Jay Peterson), Clifton Wayne Grider (Marla), and Greg Grider (Meri Jo); and her grandchildren, Shannon Madole (Rick Harper),...
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