Edna Montgomery

Edna May (Mitchell) Montgomery passed away June 7, 2026. Edna was born on Aug. 14, 1947, in Ardmore, OK., to Lewis R. “Doc” Mitchell and Martha Ann (Strebeck) Mitchell.She met Bobby Montgomery, following his service in the United States Navy.

Evelyn L. Clark

Evelyn L. Clark passed on her 91st birthday, June 4, 2026. Evelyn was known for her devotion to family and friends, love for animals and nature, and OU football.

Joshua Rayburn Messamore

Joshua Rayburn Messamore passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2026, at the age of 42. He was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be remembered for his big heart and loving nature.Josh faced life’s challenges with determination and courage.

Peggy Girty

Peggy Girty, 90, passed away June 2, 2026, after battling health issues for several years.Peggy graduated from Shawnee High School in 1954.

Daniel Adrien Taron

Daniel Adrien Taron passed away June 4, 2026. Daniel was born on Oct. 2, 1983, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Tim and Carolyn Taron. He attended Bethel Elementary School and later Family of Faith, where he graduated in 2002.Daniel devoted his life to serving and mentoring young people.

Terry Wayne West

Terry Wayne West passed away June 6, 2026, after a years long battle with cancer.Terry was born in Ada, OK on July 3, 1938 to Carl and Marie West.

Marcella “Machelle” Anne Oliver

Marcella “Machelle” Anne Oliver passed away June 3, 2026. She was born to Skye Oliver and Lucille Thorpe on Dec. 27, 1953, in Pawnee, OK.

James Jenkins

James Jenkins James “Jim” A. Jenkins passed away May 23, 2026.Jim was born Dec. 11, 1952, in Holdenville, OK to Dale Keith Jenkins, Sr. and Agnes “Ruth” (Mathis) Jenkins.He graduated from Holdenville High School in 1971; attended Connors State College; then Oklahoma State University where he earned...

Ken Kirby

Kenneth Paul (Ken) Kirby passed away May 27, 2026. Ken was born on Jan. 6, 1940, in Caddo, OK, to Monnie Marie (Tucker) Kirby and Silas Irrie Kirby. He graduated from Sulphur High School in 1958. Ken married Maelena Saar in March of 1960. They were married 19 years.

Peggy Ann Mariano

Peggy Ann Mariano, 95, passed away May 28, 2026. She was born on July 23, 1930, in Muskogee to William and Martha Henry.