OBITUARIES

Jul 1, 2025

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.

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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,...

May 27, 2025

Donald James Shisler, age 80, of Claremore, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at his home. He was born on September, 20 1944 in Harvard Illinois to Herbert and Irene (Rhodes) Shisler.

Don graduated with Harvard high school class of 1962, then Don went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force, including a tour in Vietnam....

May 27, 2025

Jamie Carol Muller was born on December 22, 1947, to Charles W. Muller and Linda Moody Muller in Commerce, TX. She graduated from Commerce High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science and Master of Education from East Texas State University. She later completed a Master of Architecture at the University of Texas at Arlington, all while...

May 27, 2025

May 26, 2025

Debra Lea Ott, lovingly known as Debbie, passed away on May 26, 2025, at the age of 65. She was born on September 23, 1959, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Harry and Barbara Noble. A lifelong Claremore resident, Debbie held deep roots in the community she called home.

She attended Claremore Public Schools and graduated in the Class of 1977. Debbie was...

May 26, 2025

Ronald Paul Beekman, born March 10, 1948, to Kenneth and Ruby Beekman of Atlantic

Iowa where he grew up with his siblings Karen and Dennis, attended school and graduated

from Atlantic High School May of 1966.

After graduating high school, Ron enlisted in the United States Airforce in May of ’67 where

he proudly served our country during the Vietnam War and earned the...

May 25, 2025

 Larry Francis Space passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 73. He was born on October 4th, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Everett Edgar Space and Ada Space.Larry grew up attending and Chelsea Schools, where he met the love of his life, Loretta. The two were married on April 5th, 1969 and shared a lifelong bond...