Richard Lee Wharton
May 14, 2026
Richard Lee Wharton, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, in Collinsville, Oklahoma, at the age of 80. Born on August 8, 1945, in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, Richard lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family.
Richard spent many years working as a truck driver, faithfully...
John Lesley Snyder
May 12, 2026
John Lesley Snyder, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on May 12, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on September 5, 1957, in Salina, Kansas, John lived a life full of meaning and joy, touching the hearts of many with his kind spirit and generous nature.
John worked as a dry waller, a profession that reflected his dedication and...
Lori Anne Bateman
May 7, 2026
Lori Anne Bateman was born on 08/31/1956, at Hillcrest Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma, to parents Jesse June (Cooper) Bateman and Cleo Leon Bateman. Her maternal grandparents were Pauline (Squires) and Ardie Cooper.
Lori had six siblings: Don Leon Bateman, of Ohio, deceased Diane (Bateman) Baker, of McKinney, Texas. Bruce Arthur Bateman, of Tulsa, deceased Lance Batemen, of Honolulu, Hawaii. Susan Lee (Bateman)...
Michael James Lea
May 6, 2026
Michael James Lea, 63, of Collinsville, OK passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Collinsville. He was born August 19, 1962, in Bartlesville, OK to Jimmie Lee Lea and Catherine Louise (Burkhart) Lea. He was a truck Driver for several years.
He is survived by 1 son: Jeremy Lea, 1 daughter: Jamie Stevens, 1 sister: Robin Hathcock, 1 brother: Tony Hackney,...
Marian J. Cape
May 4, 2026
Marian J. Cape, born Marian Friberg on June 10, 1942, in Plum City, Wisconsin, passed away on May 4, 2026. She was 83 years old, and she spent nearly every one of those years looking forward to the next adventure.
Marian grew up in Wisconsin before her family settled in Kansas City, where she graduated from Argentine High School. In 1969,...
Joe Vaughan Smith
May 4, 2026
Joe Vaughan Smith was born on February 2, 1946, in Hughes Springs, Texas, to Ludie Vaughan Smith and W.T. “Budo” Smith. He was the fifth of six Smith children and also had three half-sisters and one stepbrother. Joe passed away on May 4, 2026.
Joe is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jennifer; their three children and their respective families;...
Ervin Amos Robinson
May 2, 2026
Ervin Robinson, age 89, passed away at home on May 2, 2026.
Ervin was born on February 11, 1937, in a farmhouse in Glencoe, Oklahoma. He grew up in Glencoe and graduated from Glencoe High School in 1955. Shortly after, he joined the United States Army and proudly served his country during the Korean War.
Following his military service, Ervin returned to...
Gary Dwight Paul
Apr 20, 2026
Gary D Paul was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on May 31, 1951, to Charles Dwight Paul and Yvonna (Benton) Paul. He was the middle child with two sisters, Terry and Cindy. His cousin Cheri, a childhood friend, lived with them for a while. Gary graduated from Jenks High School in 1969. During high school he worked at Safeway and Jackson’s...
Dennis Jerome DeVries
Apr 14, 2026
Dennis Jerome DeVries, born on April 11, 1963, at Travis AFB, California, to Cora Jocie Elder DeVries and Donald Raymond DeVries. He passed away on April 14, 2026, in Collinsville, Oklahoma leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and community service that will be felt by many.
Dennis was a devoted husband to Carla Jean Schaldecker DeVries, with whom he...
Dr. Linda Ann Wilson
Apr 12, 2026
Dr. Linda Ann Wilson (Henshall), a lifelong resident of Collinsville, Oklahoma, passed away on April 12, 2026.
Born on April 3rd, Linda was a proud member of the Collinsville High School Class of 1970 and continued her education at Oklahoma State University, where she earned her master’s degree, principal and superintendent certifications, and her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and...
Marsha Ann Lee
Apr 8, 2026
Marsha Ann Lee (Wilson), age 77, of Owasso, Oklahoma, passed away on April 8, 2026.
Marsha was born on November 12, 1948, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to William Riley Wilson Jr. and Jewell Latrell “Judy” Wilson.
She graduated from Norman High school, attended secretarial school at Vo-Tech and later worked as a secretary for the Oklahoma Securities Commission in the 1980s. Above all,...
David Lee Wylie
Apr 8, 2026
David Lee Wylie was born October 25, 1951 to Owen and Ouida Wylie in Odessa, TX . He and his seven siblings: Charles, Gene, Sidney, Roland, Jeannette, Grover, and Henry were raised in Big Springs, TX.
David joined the Navy during Vietnam. He was deployed on the USS Forrestal where he worked on the hangar deck. After his service he worked...
Billy Bruce Hawkins
Apr 1, 2026
Billy Bruce Hawkins, lifelong resident of Collinsville, Oklahoma, passed away on April 1, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on November 11, 1942, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Billy demonstrated a strong work ethic and commitment throughout his career, most notably serving as the traffic manager for Mohawk Steel. His professional contributions to the company reflected a deep understanding of logistics...
Tyler Clark Jones
Apr 1, 2026
Tyler Clark Jones, born on February 13, 1997, in Portsmouth, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Bixby, Oklahoma. A man whose journey spanned several cities, Tyler found a lasting home in the area after moving from San Diego over ten years ago. His life was marked not only by the places he lived but by the warmth...
Roberta Valentine "Dolly" Minor
Mar 29, 2026
Roberta Valentine Johnston was born October 2, 1941, to RL and Valentine Belle (Fagg) Johnston and went home to be with her heavenly family on March 29, 2026.
She was quickly nicknamed “The Doll” by older brother Cecil, which stuck. Dolly assisted with the family farm chores and was nanny and friend to nieces and nephews. She attended Talala and Oologah...
David Dennis Styers
Mar 29, 2026
David Dennis Styers, 55, lifelong resident of the Owasso/Collinsville area passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Tulsa, OK. He was born June 5, 1970, in Tulsa, OK to Grady O’Dell Styers and Christine Louise (Moore) Styers. David had many jobs including being a Volunteer Firefighter at the Limestone Fire Depart for 10 years, and a paramedic for EMSA for...
Bryanna Jo Phillips
Mar 28, 2026
Bryanna Jo Phillips, 81, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Stroud, Oklahoma. She was born on July 24, 1944, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Thurman Joseph Smith and Tommy Levon (Fancher) Smith.
Bryanna lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to her family. An active member of the Church of Christ,...
Nancy Beth Stolz
Mar 28, 2026
Nancy Beth Eldridge Stolz was born on May 17, 1941 in Decatur, Texas to Anna Lois and Reverend Samuel Edgar Eldridge. She and her sister Beverly spent their childhood and teen years as “PK’s” (Preacher’s Kids) growing up in the rural North Central and West Texas towns of Pilot Point, Big Spring and Hereford. No doubt, the nurturing, pastoral home...
Brenda Jeane Weygandt-Chambers
Mar 27, 2026
Brenda Jeane Weygandt-Chambers was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 22, 1964. She was called home to be with the Lord on March 27, 2026.
Brenda left behind her husband, Richard Chambers of 43 years. Her children, Casey Chambers, Rachel Chambers and granddaughte,r Kerrigan Chambers. Also, daughter-in-law Whitney Chambers and son-in-law Jake Blum. Also, mother Sam Weygandt and sister Kelly Anderson...
