Obituaries

Claudia Pannell

Claudia Pannell

Feb 29, 2024

Claudia June Gatewood Pannell, graced this world with her presence on May 22, 1951, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She departed from this earthly realm on February 29, 2024, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She was surrounded by her family when she gently passed out of this world and jumped into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Described as full of love, warm, kind-hearted, open-minded,...

Wesley Medlin

Wesley Medlin

Jan 29, 2024

Wesley Howard Medlin, a sweet and loyal man of God, passed away peacefully at the Baptist Nursing Center in Enid, Oklahoma on January 29, 2024. He was born on June 28, 1933, in Morton, Texas to proud parents Wesley Howard Medlin, Sr. and Grace Marie Stevens Medlin. Wesley's life was characterized by his unwavering dedication to his career, his commitment...

Amy Criswell

Amy Criswell

Jan 19, 2024

Amy Criswell, a compassionate and dedicated caregiver, passed away on January 19,2024, at Perry Green Valley Nursing Home in Perry. She was born on January 9, 1975, in her beloved hometown of Perry.   

 

Throughout her life, Amy had an unwavering commitment to helping others. Her career as a caregiver allowed her to touch the lives of countless individuals and their...

Calvin Kelley

Calvin Kelley

Jan 16, 2024

 

Calvin Kelley, a former Perry resident who spent his career working at the post office in his hometown, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, at Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City after a short illness. He was 95 years old.

 

Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at Brown-Dugger Funeral Home in Perry, with burial to follow at Grace Hill...

Jason Allen Stout, Sr.

Jason Allen Stout, Sr.

Jan 9, 2024

 

Jason Allen Stout, Sr. of Perry has passed away.  He was born on July 25, 1985, in San Jose, California to Selma and Jack Stout.  He attended schools both in California and Meeker.  He worked as a heavy equipment operator and technician in the trucking industry.  He enjoyed rooting for the Oklahoma State Cowboys especially when it irritated his...

Edward Appelbaum

Edward Appelbaum

Dec 27, 2023

Edward Joseph Lee Appelbaum left this life on December 27, 2023.  He was born February 23, 1940, in Perry, OK.  His parents, now deceased, were George and Cecilia Appelbaum.  His sister, Dorothy Applebaum also predeceased him.   He is survived by his sister, Mary R. Grace, and her significant other, Eric J. Groves, both of Oklahoma City.

 

Edward Attended and left...

Virginia Rose Minor

Virginia Rose Minor

Dec 19, 2023

 

Virginia Rose Schultz Minor has gone to her heavenly home.  She was born on ay 6m 1938 in Perry, OK to Lewis Schultz, Sr. and Helena Letha Hafer Schultz.  She received her education at Billings Schools, graduating Billings High School in 1957.  She worked as a cook at a nursing and care home for many years.  She enjoyed completing...

Gloria Cook

Gloria Cook

Dec 19, 2023

 

Gloria Ann (Frederick) Cook was born February 8, 1935 to Clarence William and Lula Mae (Webb) Frederick on the homestead of her Grandfather Frederick in Orlando, OK, with Dr. Evans doing the delivery. 

Gloria married Robert (Bob) Edwin Cook on March 27, 1954.  To this union they had 4 children:  Judy Gayle in 1957, Edwin Clarence in 1959, Patricia...

Aaron Wayne Hudspeth

Aaron Wayne Hudspeth

Dec 12, 2023

Aaron Wayne Hudspeth “Huddy”, age 52, passed away, with his wife by his side, December 12, 2023, from complications after an extended illness.

Aaron was born December 31, 1970, to Glen and Glenda Hudspeth in Prineville, Oregon.  He grew up in Prineville on the family ranch until he entered the US Army in 1989. After serving in the regular Army,...

James Dean Waggoner

James Dean Waggoner

Dec 8, 2023

 

          James Dean “J.D.” Waggoner was born November 26, 1934 to Chester and Ella Mae (McIntyre) Waggoner in Billings, Oklahoma and died in Perry, Oklahoma December 8, 2023.  Jimmy started school at the Happy Star School near the family home and graduated from Billings High School in 1952.  His favorite memories were of his family.  Being the youngest of...

Julie Ratliff

Julie Ratliff

Nov 30, 2023

Julie B Myers Ratliff of Perry, Oklahoma passed on November 30th, 2023, she was 70 years old. Julie was born in Bedford, Indiana to Robert and Phyllis (Hudson) Myers. She attended high school also in Indiana before graduating in 1970. 

Julie was a mother and a Nana. She loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren were the light...

Floyd Ring

Floyd Ring

Nov 23, 2023

Floyd James Ring, Jr., better known as Jim, Jimmy, or Papa, passed away November 23, 2023, in Edmond, Oklahoma, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 85 years old.

Jimmy was born December 27, 1937, in Red Rock, OK to Floyd James Ring, Sr. and Dorris Mae (Bontz) Ring. Raised on the family farm in Red Rock with his...

Delores Patak

Delores Patak

Nov 10, 2023

 

Delores Jean Patak died at her home while surrounded by family on Friday, November 10, 2023.  She was born in her grandparents’ home in Perry on October 26, 1930, to John and Charlotte Palovik.  She attended St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church her entire life.  It was there that she met the love of her life, husband of 70...

Merrill Matal

Merrill Matal

Nov 6, 2023

Merrill MatalFebruary 8, 1934-November 6, 2023Merrill (know as Boo Boo by close friends and relatives) was born in Bison, KS on February 8th,1934 to Frank Matal and Elsie Muth Matal. Over the course of five years the Matals moved toSalt Fork, Kremlin, and in 1939 they settled in what would be Merrill’s forever hometown,Billings, OK.In 1952, Merrill graduated from Billings...

Jennifer Bailey

Jennifer Bailey

Nov 2, 2023

Jennifer Clare (Farrar) Bailey of Perry has passed away. She was 69 years old. She was born on November 15, 1953 in Scottsbluff Nebraska to Arthur Charles and Eva C (Johnson) Farrar. She graduated from Durant, OK high school. She attended Oklahoma State University where she earned her bachelor's degree in counseling. She married Robert Bailey on April 5, 1985,...

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