William “Bill” Kingham

William “Bill” Kingham passed away August 7, 2022. He was born May 31, 1935 in Tecumseh, Oklahoma to Isaac and Minnie (Cargill) Kingham. Bill proudly served his country in the United State Air Force and was honorably discharged. He worked at Tinker Field from 1967 until his retirement in 1988.

Rose Marie Blackwell

Rose Marie Blackwell passed away August 2, 2022. Rose was born on March 27, 1934 to Rachel (Fleming) Cress and Paul Cress. She and her husband settled into their home in Bethel Acres, OK that the family built together in 1979 and stood strong until the May 19, 2013 tornado.

Lillie Jenelle Cox

Lillie Jenelle Cox passed away August 7, 2022. Jenelle was the fourth born child of W.A. (Bill) and Bertha (Greene) Swanda in Carnegie, Oklahoma on May 30, 1932. Jenelle loved the Lord. She was first and foremost a dedicated mother and grandmother.

May Era Gentry

May Era Gentry, 93, of Newton, Kansas, passed away, Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Newton Medical Center. May Era was born December 23, 1928, to Alvan Eugene and Mildred Lenora (Coles) Essary in rural Cleveland County, Oklahoma. May Era was the third of six children.

Vivian Jean (Moon) Klaus

Vivian Jean (Moon) Klaus passed away Sunday, August 7, 2022 in Tecumseh. She was born March 1, 1936 to Roy and Jessie (Cearley) Moon in Crystal Springs, Arkansas. Vivian graduated from Wewoka High School in May, 1954.

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.