OBITUARIES

Jul 16, 2025

Jul 13, 2025

Also known as Susie; Born March 30, 1951 to Betty Jo Simmons-Roberts and Thurmond Roberts in Claremore, OK. She passed away early morning of July 13, 2025 in her home. Susie lived a good and full life. She was the glue to everyone in her family and her friends. You would always find a group of people surrounding Susie and...

Jul 10, 2025

Tracey Jean Wallis

September 9th, 1959 – July 10, 2025

Tracey Jean Wallis passed away on July 10, 2025, at the age of 65. She was born on September 9th, 1959, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Sam and Winiford Shepherd. Tracey grew up in Tulsa and graduated from East Central High School with the Class of 1977. She went on to further her...

Jul 6, 2025

A Celebration of Life service for Carla Sims will be 11:00a.m., Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Trinity Baptist Church, Inola, Oklahoma.

Carla Jannette Sims, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 62 years old.

Born on February 21, 1963, to Earl and Jackie O’Neal, Carla was...

Jul 5, 2025

Mary Jo Johnson was born on April 26, 1934, in Coweta, Oklahoma, to June and Goldie Johnson. She began her education at Coweta Public Schools before continuing her studies at the Oklahoma School for the Deaf in Sulphur, Oklahoma. It was there that she met the love of her life, Herschel. The two later married and shared many wonderful years...

Jul 2, 2025

Lee Allen Booth, Jr., passed away on July 2, 2025, at his home with family by his side, he was 65.  Family services are planned for a later date.  

Jul 1, 2025

Ralph Martin Loveless passed away peacefully at home in the loving care of his wife and daughter, after a lengthy illness.

Private family services were held.

Jul 1, 2025

Loretta Faye Mapes, of Claremore, Oklahoma, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. She passed suddenly in the comfort of her own home, at the age of 78.

She was born in Claremore, Oklahoma on December 12, 1946. Loretta was a beloved wife, mother, and Gannie, who dedicated her life to the family and friends that she...

Jun 28, 2025

Graveside service for Sarah Jean Scott will be 1:30p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Sarah Jean Scott, born Sarah Jean McCarty on February 22, 1940, in Columbia, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, in Claremore, Oklahoma. She was the cherished daughter of Howard C. and Eunice M. (Barnes) McCarty and was a proud graduate of Hickman High...

Jun 26, 2025

Service for Kim James will be 10:00a.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at First Baptist Church, burial will follow at Oakhaven Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 1, from 2pm-7pm, with family receiving visitors from 5pm-7pm. Kim passed away on June 26th, 2025, in the presence of her beloved family at the age of 60.

Kimberly...

Jun 26, 2025

A Celebration of Life and family visitation is scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025, at Chelsea Funeral Home from 10:00a.m., to 12:00p.m.

Sherry Lynn Hagebusch Austin, born on July 20, 1951, in Nowata, Oklahoma, to Ted and Joyce (Taggart) Hagebusch, passed away peacefully with her children and grandchildren by her side, on June 26, 2025. Sherry’s education took place at Alluwe,...

Jun 25, 2025

Service for Karla Henry will be 10:00a.m., Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at MMS-Payne Funeral Home Chapel, burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Monday, June 30, from 2pm-7pm, with family receiving visitors from 5pm-7pm.

Karla Janell Henry, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away on June 25, 2025, in Claremore, Oklahoma, at...

Jun 23, 2025

Graveside services for Wanda Aileen Girten will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 27, 2025, at Chelsea Cemetery.

Born in Wagoner, Oklahoma, to Marvin and Alfie (Monroe) Waldrup, Wanda spent her elementary years in Inola before moving to the Winganon area near Chelsea. She graduated from Chelsea High School in 1972, where she enjoyed playing basketball and serving on student...

Jun 22, 2025

Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10a at Woodlawn Cemetery, Claremore, OK with Reverend Sam Nichols and Reverend Paul Simpson officiating.

Alicia Kaye Tarter Fox, 69, returned to her heavenly home on June 22, 2025 where she was greeted by her Lord and Savior, her parents, and sister. She was born on her Daddy’s birthday, November 19,...

Jun 19, 2025

Corbin Blake Wilson, born on June 6, 1998, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Kelly Wilson and Christopher Haslett, passed away on June 19, 2025, at the age of 27.

From a young age, Corbin showed a strong sense of service and dedication. He was actively involved in the JROTC program from 8th grade through his senior year at Claremore Public Schools, graduating...

Jun 17, 2025

Gerald Maxwell Cox passed away on June 17, 2025, at the age of 80, in Conroe, Texas. Born on June 26, 1944, in Brownwood, Texas, he was the son of Jack Wright and Viola Mae (Beck) Cox.

Gerald’s beginnings were humble. Raised on a cattle ranch without running water, he learned early on the value of hard work. His childhood curiosity...

Jun 14, 2025

“Animals don’t lie. Animals don’t criticize. If animals have moody days, they handle them better than humans do.” — Betty White

“Animal nobility is a real teaching. Thanks to them, we are more modest, more empathetic, more affectionate people. They give us their love unconditionally, without asking for anything in return, they do us good." - Keanu Reeves

“Maybe the reason I...

Jun 14, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

LaRonda Sue Phillips, born on October 4, 1967, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, to Ronald Ailey and Veronica Sue Utsler, passed away June 8, 2025.

LaRonda dedicated much of her career to Human Resources, working for a variety of organizations including Southwest Airlines, Bama Pie, Cherokee Nation, Goodwill, Cracker Barrel, and Marsh Advantage. She was a proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma.

Known...

Jun 1, 2025

Service for Angelina Hess will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Inola Christian Church, burial will follow at Sweeten Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 4 from 3pm-7pm, with family receiving visitors from 5pm-7pm.

Angelina Marie Hess, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, departed this life on June 1, 2025, in Inola,...