Obituaries

Vivian Corene Page

Vivian Corene Page, “Doo-gee,” as she was affectionately known to those closest to her, on Nov. 2, 2025. Born on Mar. 26, 1942, in Watson, OK, Corene was one of nine siblings and fourteen step-siblings. Corene had a passion for gardening, which brought her much joy.
Ember Marie McPherson

Ember Marie McPherson

Ember Marie McPherson

Ember Marie McPherson passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 1, 2025, at the young and tender age of twelve. Ember was born on Mar. 1, 2013, in Shawnee, OK.Ember was, and will always be, known for her sweet and loving spirit.

Mona Mae Ray

Mona Mae Ray passed away on Oct. 23, 2025. She was born in Prague, OK, on July 23, 1941, to Montague Akins and Ollie Mae (Brown) Akins.Mona married John Ray in TX in 1988. She worked as a secretary at Southwestern Bell and AT&T for 30 years.

Pyper Michelle Gorman

Pyper Michelle Gorman, precious daughter of Brittney and Mikey Gorman, was born and passed away on Oct. 20, 2025.Pyper was preceded in death by her big brother, Lux.

Emma Jane McAdams

Emma Jane McAdams, age 98, passed away Oct. 20, 2025. Emma was born July 23, 1927, in McLoud, OK to William and Viola (Knabe) Mankin. Emma was raised in the Shawnee and McLoud area. After high school, she married the father of her children Wesley N. Little.

Billy Floyd Batt, Jr.

Billy Floyd Batt, Jr. passed away on Oct. 21, 2025. He was born on Nov. 13, 1979, in Shawnee to Mary Lou Batt and Billy Floyd Batt, Sr.Billy is survived by his loving mother, Mary Batt; sister, Maria Adams; sons, Billy Floyd Batt III and Justin Ray Jack Batt; and daughter, Nichole Star Batt.
Amanda “Mandi” Richelle Haggard

Amanda “Mandi” Richelle Haggard

Amanda “Mandi” Richelle Haggard

Amanda Richelle (Ramsey) Haggard, affectionately known as Mandi, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, at her home. Born on Nov. 12, 1976, in Shawnee, OK, Mandi's vibrant spirit and dedication to her community left a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know her.

Emily Davis

Emily Katsuno (Suetani) Davis passed away on October 23rd, 2025. She was born on Nov. 3rd, 1935, in Hawaii. She was at Pearl Harbor with her family as it was being bombed in 1941.
Adolph Hinson

Adolph Hinson

Adolph Hinson

Adolph Hinson, 90, of Shawnee, OK passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Shawnee.He was born on June 28, 1935, to Thomas and Venie (Hammond) Hinson in Fair Bluff, NC.Adolph spent his early years in Fair Bluff, NC where he graduated from Fair Bluff High School.
Dr. Thomas S. Henry

Dr. Thomas S. Henry

Dr. Thomas S. Henry

Dr. Thomas S. Henry, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025. He was 83 years old. Tom was born on Dec. 22, 1941, in Hillsboro, OH to his parents, Harold L. Henry and Susan J. (Sams) Henry.Tom was a podiatrist and a member of the Oklahoma Podiatric Medical Association (OKPMA).