Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County

Joan Raye Aldrich

Joan Raye Aldrich

Dec 6, 2023

Shawnee resident Joan Raye Aldrich, 71, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at a local hospital.

 

Memorial services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Shawnee.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Immanuel Baptist Church Kids' Ministry or charity of your choice.

 

Joan was born September 24, 1952 in...

Jenny Kay Nelson

Jenny Kay Nelson

Dec 3, 2023

On December 3, 2023 Jenny Kay Nelson passed away at home in Castle Rock, Colorado at the age of 83, surrounded by family. She is survived by her three children, Stephanie Nelson Walsh and her husband Chad of Bakersfield, California, Denise Plante and her husband Mike of Castle Rock, Colorado, Neil Nelson and his wife Roxanne of Garden City, Missouri....

Carolyn Gay Stacy

Carolyn Gay Stacy

Dec 2, 2023

Shawnee resident Carolyn Gay Stacy, 80, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023 in Shawnee.

A memorial ceremony will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Walker Funeral Chapel.

Carolyn was born May 31, 1943 in Bowlegs, Oklahoma to Thomas Samuel Neal and Edith Inez (Risenhover) Neal. She worked most of her career in the grocery business at...

Jacklin Webb

Jacklin Webb

Nov 30, 2023

Webb, Jacklin A. "Jackie", age 80, resident of Bethel, Oklahoma passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 in Oklahoma City.

Jackie was born on Feb 18, 1943 in San Francisco, CA to Donald and Helen (Alaya) Britt.  She was raised all over the world as her father was enlisted in the US Navy.  As a young child she lived in California,...

Bernard Gray Sharp

Bernard Gray Sharp

Nov 30, 2023

Shawnee resident Bernard Gray Sharp 93, passed away on November 30th at a hospice facility in Edmond, Oklahoma.

He was born April 10, 1930 near Tecumseh, Oklahoma to Jesse Maynard Sharp and Leoto Izora (Thompson) Sharp. He graduated from Asher High School in 1949.

On November 27, 1957, Mr. Sharp married Nella Lou Knight and they were married 41 years...

Laddie Leon Gilbert

Laddie Leon Gilbert

Nov 28, 2023

Laddie Leon Gilbert of Shawnee passed from this life on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Laddie was born May 12, 1940 in Paden, OK to Paul and Vera (Rogers) Gilbert. He graduated from Paden High School.

Laddie owned and operated Shawnee Glass Co. Inc since 1958. He was well known throughout the Shawnee community and never met a stranger. Most all...

Marion Elizabeth Miles

Marion Elizabeth Miles

Nov 24, 2023

Marion Elizabeth Miles, 89, passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 at her home.

Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, December5, 2023 at Fairview Cemetery.

Marion was born October 31, 1934 in Concho, Oklahoma to Harold and Josephine Miles.  She graduated from Shawnee High School in 1952. She worked for several years doing factory work but while doing so, she...

Joyce G. Davis

Joyce G. Davis

Nov 24, 2023

Joyce Glenda (Turley) Davis was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma on September 13, 1934, the only child to Pearly and Harold Turley. She sadly departed this life, Friday, November 24, 2023 at the age of 89 in Shawnee, Oklahoma. 

She traveled with her parents wherever work took them: Florida, California, Oklahoma. She met George Ray Davis at age 15 in Oklahoma...

Roy Russell Hayes, Jr.

Roy Russell Hayes, Jr.

Nov 21, 2023

Roy Russell Hayes, Jr., 43, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at his home.

Services will be 10:00 A.M. Friday, November 24, 2023 at Walker Funeral Service Chapel. Burial will follow at Dale Cemetery.

Roy was born March 26, 1980 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Roy Russell Hayes, Sr. and Susan (Emmons) Hayes.  He graduated from Wellston High School where he...

Julia Ann Slavin

Julia Ann Slavin

Nov 20, 2023

Julia Ann Slavin passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. She was 90 years old. Julia was born on January 19, 1933, in Salem, Nebraska to her parents, Claude and Winifred Messinger. In May 1952, Julia married Roy Slavin and the couple had three children: Rodney, David, and Verna. Julia and Roy lived in Kansas City for over 60 years....

Edith Irene Potter

Edith Irene Potter

Nov 18, 2023

Edith Irene Potter, 91 years old, of Shawnee, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born in Seminole, Oklahoma on July 1, 1932 to John and Wilma Chaffin. The fourth of nine children, Edith grew up in Wewoka. She was a bright student and a hard worker. She graduated from school early. She earned an accounting award that...

Geoffrey Harrison Root

Geoffrey Harrison Root

Nov 17, 2023

Geoff Root (1936 - 2023): A Life of Service, Leadership, and Enduring Strength

It is with deep respect and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Geoffrey Harrison Root, aged 87, on November 17, 2023. Born in 1936 in Burlington, Vermont, to George Lowry and Luella Root, Geoff's journey through life was marked by unwavering dedication, immense courage, and...

Diana Ruth Ziegler

Diana Ruth Ziegler

Nov 13, 2023

Diana Ruth (Guest) Ziegler passed from this life on Monday, November 13, 2023. Diana was born April 3, 1940 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Alva James Guest and Lillie Ora Lingerfelt.

Diana married Vernie (Zig) Ziegler on March 19, 1976. She loved to spend time with her family and taking care of Zig. Diana also just enjoyed her time on...

Billy Rex Estep

Billy Rex Estep

Nov 13, 2023

Billy Rex Estep, resident of Jones, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023. He was 86 years old. Bill was born on February 10, 1937 in Fittstown, Oklahoma to his parents, Johnie William Estep and Izetta C. (Butler) Estep. Bill grew up in the Prague and Shawnee areas. After high school graduation, Bill joined the United States Air Force....

Mary Josephine Stucker

Mary Josephine Stucker

Nov 11, 2023

Mary Josephine Shi was born September 7, 1934 in Stratford, OK, and passed away November 11, 2023 in Noble, OK.  She is survived by her children, Raye Lyn Stucker of Midwest City, OK, Augustin Stucker and wife Peggy of Thousand Palms, CA, and Key Winn and husband David West of Noble, OK; grandchildren Vanessa and Elliott West of Noble, OK,...

Mary Kathryn Stuart

Mary Kathryn Stuart

Nov 3, 2023

Kathy Stuart passed from this life on November 3, 2023, having suffered from early onset dementia. She was born Mary Kathryn McLaughlin on April 13, 1957, the daughter of Dr. Robert S. and Jennie McLaughlin.  Kathy attended Shawnee public schools where she was active in Tri-Hi-Y, dance, and a varsity cheerleader.  Kathy attended Oklahoma State University in 1975 where she...

Billa Jean Judy

Billa Jean Judy

Oct 31, 2023

Shawnee resident Billa Jean Judy, 68, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at her home.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Billa was born April 15, 1955 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Bill and Belva Slaughter. She married Randy Judy and they were married over 51 years. Billa worked as a waitress at several local restaurants including Sunny...

Randy F. Wiens

Randy F. Wiens

Oct 30, 2023

Randy F. Wiens, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was 64 years old. 

Randy was born on July 26, 1959 in Shawnee, OK to James Carl Wiens and Diana Marie Wiens-Pate. He was the oldest of four sons and is survived by his brother, Tony Wiens. He graduated from Bethel High School in 1977. Randy...

Loretta Hill Moore

Loretta Hill Moore

Oct 29, 2023

Loretta Hill Moore was born February 3rd 1934 in Little Oklahoma to Virgil and Ruby Hill and peacefully went to Glory October 29th 2023. 

Loretta grew up in Wewoka, Oklahoma and graduated from Wewoka High School.  Following High School, she held a career as a secretary for an insurance company and spent many years as a registered medical assistant.  She...

Jane Bennett

Jane Bennett

Oct 28, 2023

Jane Bennett, resident of Newalla, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023. She was 94 years old.

A graveside ceremony will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the gazebo at Fairview Cemetery.

Jane was born in Kyong Pukto, Republic of Korea to her parents, Keon Ho Lee and Bong Suk (Son) Lee. She married Richard...

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