Brian James Sorrel

Brian James Sorrell passed away on August 2, 2022 at the age of 41. Brian was born on October 28, 1980 in Montrose, Colorado to Alvin Sorrell and Corrine Reid Gaily. Brian spent his adult life as a self-employed construction worker.

Danny Ray Yort

Danny Ray Yort Danny Ray Yort, 75, died unexpectedly at his alternator shop on Friday, August 5, 2022. He was born June 2, 1947 to Harvey and LC Marie Yort in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Danny was a lifelong resident of Shawnee and was very proud to be from “Shawnee America”.

Gail Cooks

Gail Cooks passed away July 23, 2022. Gail was born on July 28, 1966 to Clarence and Louise Phillips Cooks, Sr. Growing up in Brooksville, Oklahoma, Gail attended Macomb Public Schools where she achieved All-state status in Girls’ Basketball and Track.

Michael J. Hallam

Michael J. Hallam passed away June 6, 2022. Michael was born May 20, 1980 in Torrance, CA to John and Kathryn Ann (Negahnquet) Hallam. Michael struggled with himself and life for 42 years! He was a nice-looking man with a good nature. He was kind to others.

Dennis L. Duvall

Dennis L. Duvall passed away July 27, 2022. Dennis was born on September 10, 1939 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Roy L. and Fern P. (Shivers) Duvall. He married Lavaun Bergschneider on July 14, 1972. He was a paint contractor, a member of Liberty Baptist Church, and served in the United States Army.

Joyce Allen

Joyce Allen passed away July 31, 2022. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 4, 2022 and continue through service time. Service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 5, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Clint Dawkins, Sharon Baptist Church officiating.

Julie Linn Kidwell

Julie Linn Kidwell passed away July 24, 2022. She was born August 16, 1967 to Edward G. and Kathy Dianne (Boland) Blankenship in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Julie was raised in Tecumseh and attended Tecumseh Public Schools.

Edward David “Ed” Hendershot

Edward David “Ed” Hendershot passed away July 22, 2022. Ed was born February 6, 1936 in Rush Springs, Oklahoma to Roy and Goldie (Price) Hendershot. He was a backhoe operator for Oklahoma Natural Gas retiring in 1994. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960 and the reserves for 2 years.

Lillie Mae Franklin

Lillie Mae Franklin passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at her home. Lillie was born on August 28, 1940 in Ada, Oklahoma to Elijah and Viola (Carpitcher) Walker. She was a skilled seamstress, gardener, and cook. Survivors include her children Gaylon Franklin, Jr.

Charles Shackelford

Charles Shackelford, 77, of Edmond, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, July 10, 2022 at his home. He was born July 13, 1944 to Alford and Mary (Newman) Shackelford in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Charles was raised in Earlsboro, Oklahoma and attended Earlsboro Public Schools.