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Gerald Kenneth Madsen
July 28, 1929 — November 30, 2024

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Integrity Chapel with Rev. David Shahan officiating. 

Lynda Settlemyre a resident of Henryetta passed this life on November 29, 2024 at the age of 79. Born March 5, 1945 in Henryetta, Ok to Richard and Dorothy (Foster) Sturman. Lynda is a member of the Dewar United Pentecostal Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents Richard and Dorothy, her husband Stan Settlemyre, a son Robert Settlemyre and a granddaughter Linda J Freeman.

Survived by her Children: Teresa Shurden of Dewar; Kimberly Wilbourn and husband Dwight of Henryetta; Jerry Freeman and wife Christina of Dickson, TN; Steven Freeman and wife Shonda of Dewar; John Settlemyre and wife Stacey of Coalton; Clyde Settlemyre of Coalton and Mike Settlemyre of Tulsa,OK.
19 Grandchildren 40 Great Grandchildren 8 Great Great Grandchildren
Siblings: Paula Scott of Hitchita, Ricky Sturman of Morris, Billy Sturman and wife Rene of Henryetta
Donnie Prewitt and wife Janet of Sapulpa
Frankie Prewitt and wife Peggy.

Visitation will be Monday December 2, 2024 at the Rogers Funeral Home from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Funeral service will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at the Dewar United Pentecostal Church with Rev. Matthew Martin officiating. Interment will follow at the Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.

Cemetery Details

Westlawn Cemetery

2800 West Main

Henryetta, OK 74437

Michael Andrew Tsadi a resident of Henryetta passed this life on November 29, 2024 in Oklahoma City, Ok at the age of 44. Born August 14, 1980 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Harold and Linda (Coon) Tsadi. Michael graduated from the University of Oklahoma and worked as an Optometrist Tech for Mayes and Mayes Optometrists. He was a fan of baseball, college football, any and all sports.
He is preceded in death by his sister Ronda Michelle Tsadi

Survived by his Mother Linda Tsadi of Henryetta
Brother Robert Tsadi of Frisco, TX.

A memorial service for Michael will be held at a later date. Cremation and services are under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.

 

Christina L. Lamb
October 30, 1919 — November 28, 2024

Services are pending.

Roy Daniel Thompson
April 5, 1965 — November 26, 2024

A celebration of life will be held, 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 30

Don Laverne Deaton
March 12, 1939 – November 25, 2024

Visitation
NOV 29. 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (CT)
301 N 3rd Street
Okemah, OK 74859

Wayne Morris Couch
October 24, 1965 — November 25, 2024

A Memorial Service is scheduled for 2:00PM, Saturday, November 30th, 2024 at the Community Freewill Baptist Church, 22 S. Selsor St., Keifer, Oklahoma.

Linda Kay Butler
February 25, 1958 – November 24, 2024

Services will be handled by the family at a later date.

Terry Ray Sparks
June 1, 1961 — November 23, 2024

 Graveside services will take place at Lackey Cemetery in Hitchita on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM, officiated by Rev. Scott McCullah and assisted by Marcus Overturff.

Sharon Adams

November 3, 1937 — November 22, 2024
Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 26th, 2024

Lonnie Jeffries
October 31, 1953 — November 19, 2024

Celebration of Life

Saturday, December 7, 2024
2:00 – 3:00 pm (Central time)
1329 East 151st Street South, Glenpool, OK 74033

Michael Kingsley

September 25, 1989 – November 18, 2024
Services will be under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Home, Okemah, Oklahoma.

Randall Kennedy

September 1, 1992 – November 17, 2024

Celebration of Life
NOV 21. 2:00 PM (CT)

301 N 3rd Street
Okemah, OK 74859
(918) 623-1221

 

Graveside Service

Wednesday, November 20, 2024
11:00 – 11:30 am (Central time)
Ft. Gibson National Cemetery
1423 Cemetery Road, Fort Gibson, OK 74434

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 at Integrity Chapel with Michael Branum officiating.

A funeral service to celebrate Ann’s life will take place on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Schaudt’s Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service.

Amari Prince Devon Henley
October 31, 2024 — November 14, 2024

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, November 19, 2024
 410 East Trudgeon Street, Henryetta, Oklahoma

Service

NOV 16. 10:00 AM.

301 N 3rd Street
Okemah, OK 74859
(918) 623-1221

Brent Eric Smith, a beloved resident of Okemah, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the age of 50.

Funeral for Etta LuReth Proctor

Friday, November 15, 2024
Starts at 1:00 pm (Central time)
Weogufkee Indian BC
Hanna, OK 74442

Mass of Christian Burial

NOV 30. 10:00 AM (CT)
Saint Anthony Catholic Church
515 South Morton Avenue
Okmulgee, OK

Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Alabama Indian Baptist Church in Weleetka, Oklahoma with Reverend Bennie Harjo officiating.

Dolores Lucille Madden, a resident of Pleasant Valley passed away Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at the age of 85. She was born April 4th, 1939 to W. R. McCullough and Lucille (Baribeau) McCullough.

Dolores married Franklin Madden September 9th, 1961 and to this union three daughters were born, Jami, Judy & Janet. Dolores and Frank remained married until his death in 2015. She was a member of Dewar First Baptist Church. She worked at Schulter Public Schools for many years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, W.R. and Lucille McCullough, her husband Frank, a brother, Billy McCullough and his wife Imogene, a grandson, Aaron Collier and an infant brother, Felix McCullough.

She is survived by three daughters, Jami Collier & husband Brice; Judy Varner & husband Dr. Terry Varner; Janet Taber & husband Marty; Her grandchildren, Jared Collier & wife Leslie; Aaron Dawn Collier, Dr. Matthew Collier & wife Emily,Sarah Collier, Anna Verbitskaya, Tyler Taber & wife Abigail, Tanner Taber & wife Emily, Rocky Kissee & wife Kasey, Lauren Robertson & husband Robbie, Kaitlyn Vance & husband Michael, Cale Varner & wife Kaitlyn; Twenty-one great grandchildren, a niece, Vicky Layman & husband Mike, also by a host of friends and other relatives.

Viewing for Dolores will be from 5 – 8pm Monday with family present to greet friends from 6 – 8 pm at Integrity Funeral Service.

Pallbearers will be Jared Collier, Lane Collier, Tyler Taber, Tanner Taber, Matthew Collier and Cale Varner.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 at Dewar First Baptist Church with Rev. Ryan Wells and Rev. Dr. Tyler Taber officiating. Interment will follow in Westlawn Cemetery under direction of Integrity Funeral Service.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Dolores Lucille Madden, please visit our flower store.

Viewing for Dolores Lucille Madden

Monday, November 11, 2024
5:00 – 8:00 pm (Central time)
with family present to greet friends from 6-8pm
410 East Trudgeon Street, Henryetta, OK 74437

Verna Jane “Janie” Lambertson, sixty nine year old Okmulgee resident, passed away Friday, November 8th, 2024in Tulsa. She was born July 21, 1955 in Van Buren, Arkansas to the late Louis and Melvina (Lewis) Ramsey. She graduated from Northside High School in 1973. Janie married Robert Lambertson on March 16, 2000 in Van Buren. She worked at Sparks Hospital, Parker Orthopedic and lastly, Dr. Nichols. Janie loved her family and cherished the time she spent with them. She will be remembered for her sassy, feisty ways and how she could always be a sweetheart when she needed to be.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Hank and Butch Ramsey, sister, Jeannie Bearden and a niece, Dianna Ramsey.

Survivors include, her husband Robert Lambertson, daughters, Sarah Farmer and Ashley Farmer, grandchildren, Cheyenne Rogers, Isabella Rogers, Makyala Rogers, and Nick Woughter, nieces, Debbie Newby, Donna Ramsey, Dana Waters and Jenna Hill, nephew, Joe Ed Wray, sister-in-law, Barbara Keys and very special friends, Carolyn Peavler and Becky Mantooth.

Viewing will begin 9:00 A.M. Thursday, November 14, 2024 followed by a funeral service at 2:00 P.M. at the McClendon-Winters Funeral Home Chapel.

Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to the McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on Janie‘s Tribute Page of our website. www.mcclendon-winters.com

Upcoming Events

Viewing

NOV 14. 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (CT)

McClendon-Winters Funeral Home – Okmulgee

303 E. 7th Street

Okmulgee, OK 74447

(918) 756-1677

info@mcclendon-winters.com

https://www.mcclendon-winters.com

Jerry Alan Walker was born on July 16, 1965 and entered his eternal home with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 8th, 2024.

Jerry was born in Okemah, Oklahoma and was the youngest son of Bobby Don Walker and Billie Dee Walker (Wood). Jerry grew up in Haydenville and attended Mason Public School. Following his graduation from MHS in 1983, Jerry became a farmer. He was also the co-owner of Walker Mowing Company with his brother, Bobby.

Jerry was the loving and devoted husband of Barbie Dawn Dodson. They made their home in Okmulgee and in May of 2008, Jerry and Barbie welcomed their one and only son, Logan Alan Walker into the world. Jerry and Barbie were happily married for 23 years.

Jerry is preceded in death by is parents Bobby Don and Billie Dee Walker, his sister Patsy Killman, his brother Noel Armstrong, and nephew Clint Armstrong.

Jerry is survived his wife Barbie, and son Logan, of the home; his brother, Bobby Walker of Haydenville; his brother L.D. Armstrong of Taft, CA; his nephews Paul Armstrong of Bakersfield, CA, Noel Armstrong of Taft, CA, Michael Armstrong of Taft, CA, Mackey Killman of Okemah, and Reese Walker of Inola, OK; his nieces Clarissa Armstrong of Okemah, Vicki Killman of Los Angeles, CA, and Maegan Walker of Skiatook, OK; mother-in-law, Retha Dodson of Okmulgee; father-in-law Mike Dodson and wife Kori of Okemah; and sisters-in-law Rachel Pierce of Henryetta and Leeann Dodson of Okmulgee. Jerry is also survived by many loved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and a host of close friends.

Jerry was one of those people who truly despised being the center of attention. In order to honor one of Jerry’s final requests, there will be no services held.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt Okmulgee Funeral Service & Cremation Care, 220 S. Alabama, Okmulgee, OK 74447. Family and friends may leave kind words of comfort, special memories and condolences to the family online at www.schaudtfuneralservice.com

Funeral services for Tonya Dawn Dyer will be held Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Wetumka. Interment will follow at the Wetumka Cemetery.

Tonya Dawn Dyer was born September 13, 1972 in Holdenville, Oklahoma to Jimmy Mark Gentry Sr. and Gloria (Washington) Gentry. She passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 52.

Tonya was a longtime resident of Wetumka and a 1991 graduate of Wetumka High School. She and Billy W. Dyer were married July 1, 1994 in Holdenville, Oklahoma. Tonya worked with the Oakridge Home in Wewoka for 20 years before being employed at Wes Watkins VoTech in Wetumka as an administrative assistant. Tonya loved her family dearly and especially enjoyed time with her grandson, Rustin. She liked to “Bedazzle” nearly anything and watching the news. She also loved her cat Nemo! Tonya will be dearly missed.

She is preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Mark Gentry, Sr.; her grandparents, Phoebe and Wesley Washington and Altha and Floyd Gentry and great grandparents, Maybelle and Edgar O’Neal.

Survivors include her husband, Billy Dyer of Wetumka; her mother, Gloria Gentry of Seminole; her son, Justin Dyer and wife Ellisa of Holdenville; one brother, Jimmy Mark Gentry Jr. and wife April of Seminole; four sisters, Angela O’Neal and husband Rodger of Holdenville, Melissa Lynn Martin of Holdenville, Gloria Dawn Wallace of Okmulgee and Alicia Fletcher and husband Jimmy of Allen, Oklahoma and one grandson, Rustin Ellis Dyer with one granddaughter on the way.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mark Gentry, Draven Thomas, Dakota Thomas, Rodger O’Neal, Jimmy Wallace and Noah Gentry.

Services will be under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Home, Wetumka, Oklahoma.

Online condolences may be made at www.ParksBrothersFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers; any donations to help the Dyer family through this difficult time are welcome through the Billy Dyer account at the First United Bank of Wewoka.

Today’s Events

Viewing

NOV 10. 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (CT)
Parks Brothers Funeral Home
403 South Main Street
Wetumka, OK 74883
(405) 452-4007

Upcoming Events

Viewing

NOV 11. 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (CT)

Parks Brothers Funeral Home
403 South Main Street
Wetumka, OK 74883
(405) 452-4007

Service

NOV 12. 2:00 PM (CT)
Wetumka First Baptist Church
500 E. Highway 9
Wetumka, OK 74883

Cemetery Details

Wetumka Cemetery

Wetumka, OK

“Soon and Very Soon”…Everett G. Johnson, age 73, laborer, slipped into the Lord’s embrace, Friday, November 8, 2024 in St. John Medical Center, Tulsa, OK; with family by his side.

A Home Going service is scheduled Friday, November 15, 2024, 1:00 p.m., St. Matthew Baptist Church, 1001 E. Chicago Street, Okmulgee, OK; with Rev. Larry Cato, offering Words of Comfort.  Interment will follow in New Post Oak Cemetery, Beggs, OK.

Visitation will be Thursday, 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

The family has been cared for by House of Winn-Okmulgee

A Celebration of Marian’s Life will take place at 10:00 AM on November 22, 2024, at Schaudt’s Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service, located at 1329 East 151st Street South, Glenpool, Oklahoma.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt Glenpool-Bixby Funeral Service & Cremation Care Centers. Family and friends are invited to leave comforting words, share memories, and offer condolences online at www.schaudtfuneralservice.com.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Marian Frazier, please visit our flower store.

Jonathan Nicholas Landin, known to his friends as Jon, died suddenly on November 6th, 2024 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Jon was born on January 5th, 1972 in Omaha, Nebraska, to Nicholas and Faye (Brady) Landin. He grew up in Omaha with his brother Mark and sisters Jennifer and Lesli.

In 1979 he relocated with his family to Jenks, Oklahoma. He graduated from Jenks High School in 1990. He played tight end on the Jenks Trojan football team his sophomore through senior years.

After high school Jon attended Oklahoma State University and joined the Delta Chi fraternity. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection. He launched his career at Eaton in Dekalb, Illinois; spent the majority at Nordam Repair Division in Tulsa, and most recently at Arcosa Wind Towers also in Tulsa. To support his career he achieved his Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Jon was a gentle giant of a man, with a sly sense of humor and sense of calm confidence about him. He loved college football, especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Oklahoma State Cowboys. He lived a life of personal health and fitness, he achieved his I.S.S.A. certification for Personal Training, trained others, and never stopped lifting weights. Jon also enjoyed music of all kinds but primarily rock and heavy metal … he was proficient on guitar and grew up playing tuba and coronet.

Jon was preceded in death by his mother Faye. He is survived by his father, Nicholas Landin, of Tulsa; his brother Mark and his wife Mary Jane of Broken Arrow; and sisters Jennifer and Lesli, all of Tulsa; his nieces Desiree Scocos, her husband Reed, and their children Greyson and Arlo, all of Coweta, Oklahoma; Meagan Tripp and her son Ace, of Tulsa, and Rachel Palmer and her husband Matthew, also of Tulsa; and nephew Eric Landin, of Broken Arrow.

A celebration of Jon’s life for family and friends will be held on Thursday, November 14th, at 10:00 AM, at Faith United Methodist church in Tulsa. The service will also be livestreamed at https://www.faithtulsa.org/live.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Jonathan Landin, please visit our flower store.

“Moved To A New Home”…Dustin Byrd, age 36, laborer, a resident of Okmulgee, OK; slipped the bonds of this earthly realm unto eternity, Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Okmulgee, OK; surrounded by family.

Arrangements are pending with House of Winn- Okmulgee

Joan Rosetta Hibdon Wieberdink a resident of Henryetta passed this life on November 4, 2024 at the age of 88. Born May 4, 1936 in Watsonville, CA to Lawrence and Flora (Bussey) Hibdon. She married Kenneth Ray Wieberdink on March 26, 1956 and worked as an administrative assistant at the Southern Hills Retirement Apartments.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Husband Kenneth and 2 sisters, Esteline and Louise

Survived by her son Mark Wieberdink and wife Carol of Henryetta
Grandchildren: Rachel Williamson and Matthew Wieberdink
Great Grandchildren: Julia, Andrew and Micah Williamson of Choctaw. Mazie and Zyla Wieberdink of Henryetta

A Memorial Service will be held at the Chrystal Springs Chapel. Saturday the 9th at 2pm.
A private family interment will be at the Magnolia Cemetery in Bristow, OK. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.

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Celebration of Life

NOV 9. 2:00 PM (CT)
Crystal Springs Chapel
|2301 W Main St
Henryetta, OK 74437

Funeral services for Vallon ReAnn Catero will be held Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Parks Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Okemah. Interment will follow at the Little Cemetery.

Vallon ReAnn Catero was born November 7, 1989 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Jimmy and Marie (Mills) Williams. She passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 34.

Vallon was a cherished wife, mother, daughter and sister who was known for her infectious joy, warmth and unwavering kindness. Her bubbly spirit was deeply cherished by those who had the privilege to know her. Vallon’s zest for life was evident in her love for her favorite activities, watching vampire shows, hunting and indulging in her favorite food, pasta. Moreover, Italy held a special place in her heart as her favorite vacation spot and second home. In 2018, Vallon graduated from Oklahoma City Community College with an associate’s degree in nursing. This achievement was one her greatest accomplishments, a testament to her dedication and love for helping others. Above all else, Vallon’s legacy is best defined by the lives she touched and the love she so readily gave. Her children, Tallon and Stella, will carry forward their mother’s legacy, teaching others to love with the same intensity and sincerity as she did. Vallon’s greatest lesson to us all was a simple yet profound one – to laugh out loud and love life. As we navigate life without her physical presence, we endeavor to cultivate the joy and love that she embodied every day.

In lieu of flowers, we appreciate those who wish to honor Vallon’s memory by contributing to the “Flower Donation/Child Scholarships” fund. Donations can be made at https://everloved.com/life-of/vallon-catero/donate.

Vallon Catero will be missed by all who knew her. Her love, laughter and boundless kindness will forever be remembered in our hearts.

She is survived by her loving family; husband, Tonio Catero; son, Tallon Catero; daughter, Stella Catero; parents, Jimmy and Marie Williams and brother, Jason Williams and wife Darci.

Serving as active pallbearers will be Frank Moore, Rob McCalla, Jordan Williams, Kaden Williams, Stan Carpitcher and Justin Green.

Services will be under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Home, Okemah, Oklahoma.

Online condolences may be made at www.ParksBrothersFuneralHome.com.

Today’s Events

Service

NOV 7. 2:00 PM (CT)

Parks Brothers Funeral Home

301 N 3rd Street

Okemah, OK 74859

(918) 623-1221

info@parksbrothersfuneralhome.com

Wanda Lee Collins, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and wife, passed away surrounded by her grandchildren on November 3, 2024, at the age of 94. Born on March 28, 1930, Wanda lived a life filled with love, faith, and service to her family and community. She was reunited with her husband, Richard Eugene Collins, who passed away in 2008, and her daughters, Walinda Collins (2005) and Mary Collins Bueno (2020).

Wanda and Richard were married on September 3, 1949, and shared nearly 60 years together. Their partnership was marked by a shared devotion to God, a deep commitment to their family, and a love of adventure. Together, they traveled the world, embracing new cultures and experiences, and finding joy in discovering new places. Their travels were not only an opportunity for exploration but also a reflection of their shared love of life and the beauty they found in the world around them.

As a family, Wanda and Richard played an integral role in starting several churches and sharing the gospel with others. Wanda’s faith was the foundation of her life, and she believed deeply in the power of service and community. Her life was marked by an enduring devotion to her family, and she was known for her nurturing spirit, quiet wisdom, and selfless love.

Wanda’s greatest joy was her family, and she cherished her role as a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by her three grandchildren: Jason Bueno and his wife, Kaitlyn, and their son, Benjamin; Richard Bueno and his wife, Yosh Taylor; and Amanda Bueno-Parr and her husband, Justen Parr. Wanda’s grandchildren were a constant source of joy, and she took great pride in being an active and loving part of their lives.

In addition to her role as a mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Wanda worked for a lobbyist firm, Seagram’s, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., where she used her skills in a different but equally impactful way. Whether at home, at work, or in her travels, Wanda served with grace, kindness, and an open heart.

A celebration of life for Wanda will be held on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, at 1:30 PM at RiverOaks Presbyterian Church.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt’s Tulsa Funeral Service, 5757 S. Memorial Dr. Tulsa, OK 74145. Family and friends may leave kind words of comfort, special memories and condolences to the family online at www.schaudtfuneralservice.com

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Wanda Collins, please visit our flower store.

Celebration of Life

Saturday, November 9, 2024
1:30 – 2:30 pm (Central time)
River Oaks Presbyterian Church

5150 E 101st Street, Tulsa, OK 74137

Shirley Mae Powell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 3, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 80. Born on June 6, 1944, in Clark Mills, New York, to her late parents Guy and Myrtle Duket, Shirley lived a life rich with family, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

Shirley is survived by her devoted husband of 37 years, Bill Powell, who shared a lifetime of laughter and love with her. She was the cherished mother of Scott Dresslaer, Dan Dresslaer and his wife Lois, and loving mother-in-law to Philip White. She took immense pride in her family and was the treasured grandmother to Josh Dresslaer and his wife Jennifer, Justin White and his wife Brittany, Jeremy Dresslaer, Katie Craddock and her husband Zach, Zach Dresslaer, Meghen Dressaler, and Paige Aaron and her husband Dan. Her joy only multiplied as her family grew, and she delighted in her great-grandchildren, Austin White, Axton White, Alexis White, Dexter Dresslaer, Eleanor Dresslaer, and Dutton Craddock. She is also survived by her sister, Mary. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Mechelle White, as well as her parents and siblings, Jeannie, James, Earl, Claud and Harry.

Shirley was a true firecracker, standing under five feet tall but with a heart and spirit that filled every room. Known for her quick wit and infectious humor, she had a joke for every occasion and encouraged those around her to laugh often. She could frequently be found with a golf club in hand, enjoying time outdoors. She was an avid canasta and dominos player, always up for a good game and a friendly competition.

Shirley loved to stay connected, and it was no secret that she could spend hours on the phone, especially with her daughter, catching up and sharing laughs. She enjoyed family visits and road trips, having traveled to places like New York, Washington D.C., and Branson.

Shirley’s home was a gathering spot, especially during the holidays. Every Christmas, her house was filled with warmth, love, and laughter as her family gathered together, a tradition that brought her immense happiness. The lake was her peaceful retreat, a place where she could relax with family and friends.

A private family service will be held in her honor. Shirley will be remembered with deep affection for her loving spirit, unbreakable family bonds, and the countless ways she brought light to all who knew her. She will be missed beyond words but cherished in our hearts forever.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Shirley Powell, please visit our flower store.

Funeral services for Peggy Ann Smith will be held Monday, November 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Parks Brothers Funeral Home Chapel in Wetumka, Oklahoma. Interment will follow at the Wetumka Cemetery.

Peggy Ann Smith was born May 22, 1947 in Wetumka, Oklahoma to Orvel and Margaret (Baldwin) Burkes. She passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 in Holdenville, Oklahoma at the age of 77.

Peggy was a resident of the Wetumka area most all of her life and was a 1965 graduate of Wetumka High School. she worked for more than 30 years at the Hughes County Times and was a member of the First Christian Church of Wetumka. Peggy enjoyed crafting, camping, bird watching and especially loved her grandchildren. On February 13, 1963, in Wetumka, she married Earl Wayne Smith.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband and brothers in law, Billy Dean Price, Edward Smith and Dolen Swayze and sister in law, Anna Smith.

Survivors include two daughters, Susan Tyra and husband Alan of Wetumka and Barbara Lewis of Seminole; one sister, Wanda Price of Wetumka; sisters in law, Elvania Swayze and Pat Smith of Okemah; four grandchildren, Chris Lewis and Ashton, Lynsey Zamora and Noe, Travis Tyra and Zoey and Shalan Dockery and Jimmy and 16 great-grandchildren, Jordan Lewis, Madison Lewis, Riley Thomas, Carter Thomas, Kiah, Kade and Khloe Lewis, Mika Winters, Cruz Zamora, Jaxton, Zayden and Taelyn Tyra and Addy, Sarah, Ember and Jase Dockery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Skeeter Smith, Terry Swayze, Jerry Swayze, Jimmy Price, Allen Chastain and Bobby Green.

Grandsons will be serving as honorary pallbearers.

Services will be under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Home, Wetumka, Oklahoma and officiated by Bro. Bobby Green.

Online condolences may be made at www.ParksBrothersFuneralHome.com.

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