All Obituaries

Jackie Earl Sharp was born May 21, 1955 in Oklahoma City to Harold Sharp and Lula Mae (Armstrong).  He passed away March 16, 2023 in Oklahoma City at the age of 67. Jackie grew up in Wellston where he attended school graduating with the Wellston High School class of 1973.  As a young boy, he hoe’d peanuts in his grandfather’s peanut field.  He hauled hay as a teenager and later worked as the Assistant Manager at Phillips 66 on the turnpike.  Jackie served as...

Nelson Everly King was born April 12, 1936 in Elk City to Everly and May (Chambers) King.  He passed away March 14, 2023 in Edmond at the age of 86. From the time he was a young boy, Nelson always worked in the fields, picking cotton and driving tractors.  He graduated with the Merritt High School Class of 1954.  Following high school, he attended OSU earning a bachelor’s degree in Geology and Geography.  Nelson worked in every spot there was on a drilling rig....

Ronald Eugene Liter was born August 26, 1964 in Dallas to Donald and Patricia (Hampton) Liter. He passed away March 12, 2023 in San Francisco at the age of 58. Ronald was raised by Donald and Doris Liter growing up in Oklahoma and Indiana. He was a gentle soul who loved his four sisters and other family. He loved helping and serving others, cooking, eating, nature and the outdoors. Ronald is preceded in death by his father, Donald Liter; brother, Randy Harris; grandparents, Elis and...

Robert “Bob” Dale Coover was born April 29, 1947 in Marengo, Iowa to Arthur and Maxine Coover.  He passed away March 11, 2023 in Edmond at the age of 75. Bob was a hard-working, caring man who supported his family.  He would do anything for someone in need.  He drove a truck for Bekins for over 20 years. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Maxine Coover; his wife of 42 years, Stacia Coover; brother, Nathan Coover.  Survivors include his...

Ruth Loretta (Henry) Williams was born November 17, 1932 in Waldrun, Arkansas to Floyd William and Cora Bell (Ramsey) Henry.  She passed away in her home in Sparks March 6, 2023 at the age of 90. Ruth was a long-time member and former secretary of the Jones Baptist Church.  She enjoyed quilting, crochet and cooking and opened her home to anyone in need.  She was a peaceful loving Christian woman who never had anything but kind words.  She loved spending time with her...

Barbara Janell Forbis was born November 5, 1941 in Bristow, Oklahoma to Thad Andy Hightower and Zelta Marie (White) Hightower. She passed away March 3, 2023 in Stroud at the age of 81. Barbara married Charles Forbis August 5, 1960. She spent her life as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was always taking care of others. Her family was her biggest joy. She loved well and was always well loved by her family and friends. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents...

Geneva Rae (Graham) McLain was born September 16, 1942 in Wellston to Raymond and Edna (Gilbert) Graham.  She passed away March 3, 2023 in Wellston at the age of 80. Geneva grew up in Wellston where she graduated with the Wellston Class of 1960.  She married her high school sweetheart, Wayne McLain, September 1, 1960 and they raised 3 children together.  Geneva worked at the Stroud National Bank for 36 years and was a lifelong member of the Wellston United Methodist...

Larry Ray Johnston was born January 11, 1972 in Wichita, Kansas to James Harvey and Terry Jean (Otis) Johnston.  He passed away March 3, 2023 in Oklahoma City at the age of 51. Larry worked in flooring installation and construction for many years.  He was very passionate about restaurants having ketchup and Aunt Jemima syrup. He enjoyed fishing and went whenever he could. He loved his DDBs Noisyboy and Cozzy Cozborn. He will be missed. Larry was a loving husband, father and friend....

Cletus Ann (Ward) Simpson was born May 6, 1942 in Kilgore, Texas to Howard and Hazel Ward.  She passed away February 22, 2023 in her home in Davenport at the age of 80. Cletus grew up in Davenport where she graduated high school with the class of 1960.  She retired from Mercury Marine following 27 years of service.  Cletus was a lifetime member of the Route 66 Association promoting businesses along the Mother Road.  She enjoyed garage sales, Wal-Mart, and...

Kathy Jean Dinse of Porum, OK gained her angel wings at her home Tuesday February 21, 2023, at the age of 63. Kathy was born in Oklahoma City, OK on September 12, 1959. She was the daughter of Phyllis and Kenneth Bay. Kathy had a very special relationship with her paternal grandmother, Erma Bay whom she spent most of her time with growing up. Kathy received a JR High education but that didn’t stop her from running a successful business for 32 years. She acquired Ideal Mailing at the...