Obituaries

John Steven Alt

John Steven Alt

Mar 7, 2026

John Steven Alt, 74, of Morrison, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, surrounded by the loving family who meant so much to him.

John was born on October 8, 1951, in Salina, Kansas, to Carl and Helen Alt. John was a devoted Lutheran and spent his early years in Marysville, Kansas....

Billie Ruth Corbin

Billie Ruth Corbin

Mar 4, 2026

Billie Ruth (Pat) Corbin was born July 22, 1934 to Bill Poteet and Pauline A. Metzger (Jenkins) (Poteet) in Los Angeles, California. She passed into eternity on Wednesday, March 4 around 1:45 p.m.

Pat married Wayne Eugene Corbin on November 23, 1957, who predeceased her on June 3, 2009.

Pat worked as a helpmate.

Pat passed away at Perry Green Valley Nursing Home.

Pat...

Betty Jean Harman-Phillips

Betty Jean Harman-Phillips

Feb 27, 2026

Betty Harman-Phillips, 97, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on February 27, 2026. She entered this world on August 31, 1928, in Billings, Oklahoma, born to Otto and Hettie Cook Enfield.

Graveside services will be held 11 am Thursday, March 5, 2026, in the Polo Cemetery with Pastor Tom LaGrand officiating. Graveside services are in...

Jeffrey Miller

Jeffrey Miller

Feb 23, 2026

Jeffrey's wishes were cremation and the funeral home is carrying out those wishes. No services are planned at this time.

Kathy Kay Disney

Kathy Kay Disney

Feb 18, 2026

Kathy was born in Bartlesville, OK, on October 25, 1958, as Brenda Marie Hall. In 1963 she was adopted by Hal and Jean Long of Garber, OK, where she began a new life as Kathy Kay Long.

She grew up as a member of the Garber Methodist Church, attended Garber grade and high school. She enjoyed participating in athletics, chorus, and...

Albert James Quick

Albert James Quick

Feb 18, 2026

Albert Quick went home to be with his Lord and Savior at the age of 82 on February 18, 2026.

Albert was born August 8, 1943 to Floyd and Laura Quick. He went to Sumner School where he graduated in 1961.

Albert worked for various farmers and for Ditch Witch until he was drafted in 1968. Albert served his time in the...

Leymoin Scroggins

Leymoin Scroggins

Feb 9, 2026

Carlus “Leymoin” Scroggins, a devoted family man, left this world peacefully at home on February 9th, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on June 6, 1945, in Ada, Oklahoma, Leymoin lived a life rich with kindness and unconditional love that left an unforgettable impact on those who were fortunate to know him.

Leymoin...

Elvin Lish

Elvin Lish

Dec 21, 2025



Elvin Edward Lish, age 70, of Perry, Oklahoma, passed away on December 21, 2025, at OSU Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Elvin was born on November 16, 1955, in Oroville, California, to Laura and Fred Lager. He lived in Rio Linda, California for most of his life, before later making his home in Oklahoma, where he built a life centered...

Iva Henke

Iva Henke

Dec 15, 2025

Iva Henke (Garrett), age 86, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Born on January 29, 1939, In Oklahoma, Iva spent her entire life rooted in the countryside she loved so dearly.

Iva was preceded in death by her loving parents, Delbert and Arelia Garrett, her beloved sister, Leona Grim, and her husband Bennie Henke whom she shared...

Bertha L. Hostetler

Bertha L. Hostetler

Nov 22, 2025

Bertha L. (Collins) Hostetler arrived in the middle of one of the worst snowstorms in the year 1927. She was born on January 23, 1927, to Lewis C. and Alta Bryant Collins. She was blessed to have two grandmas who were influential in her life, Mary L. Bryant and Bertha M. Collins. Bertha went home to be with her Lord...

Dorris Irene Edwards

Dorris Irene Edwards

Nov 2, 2025

Dorris Irene Edwards, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Born on September 28, 1933, in Burrton, Kansas, Dorris lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a touch of vibrant joy that brightened the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Raised in the Mennonite church, Dorris attended First...

Alfred Wise

Alfred Wise

Oct 30, 2025

Alfred Kibler Wise, a shining beacon of kindness and joy, departed this world on October 30, 2025, in Enid, Oklahoma, at the age of 91. Born on December 26, 1933, in Cleveland, Ohio, Alfred lived a life marked by love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for both family and nature.

Alfred was a proud graduate of the Manistee Michigan high school...

Judith Carrol Patak

Judith Carrol Patak

Oct 30, 2025

Judith “Judy” Carrol Patak (Russell), 83, of Garber, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, at Integris Heart Hospital in Oklahoma City, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on July 28, 1942, in Perry, Oklahoma, Judy was the daughter of Elizabeth “Libby” Russell and Walter “Jiggs” Russell. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Ronald Russell,...

Marjorie Martin

Marjorie Martin

Oct 28, 2025

Marjorie Ann Billmeier Martin, loving mother and dedicated servant to her church and community, died October 28, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at age 101. The daughter of Carl and Elsie (Schartow) Billmeier, she was born July 9, 1924, in Saginaw, Michigan. She grew up there with her siblings and a large extended family on both her mother’s and father’s side.

While...

Timothy Vaughan

Timothy Vaughan

Oct 15, 2025

Timothy Dewey Vaughan, a beloved member of the Perry community and cherished family man, was called home on October 15, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Born on February 24, 1953, in Marshall, Oklahoma, Timothy lived a life filled with laughter, love, and a passion for the outdoors.

As a dedicated painter at Ditch Witch of Perry, he poured his heart into...

Gail Ripley

Gail Ripley

Oct 15, 2025



Gail Ripley, a devoted mother, grandmother, and lifelong advocate for children, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, in Oklahoma City.

Born in Wichita, Kansas to Gordon Appleby and Virginia “Ginnie” Brooks Appleby, Gail moved as a child to The Village, Oklahoma, where she was raised with her brother Greg. She graduated from John Marshall High School and attended the University...

Mary Vaughan

Mary Vaughan

Oct 7, 2025

Mary Lou Vaughan, a beloved wife, mother and homemaker, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Fairfax, Oklahoma. Born on May 20, 1948, in Fairview, Oklahoma, Mary Lou dedicated her life to nurturing her family and ensuring that each moment was filled with love, laughter, and warmth.

Throughout her life, she was an active presence in the lives of her...

Albert Dolezal

Albert Dolezal

Oct 1, 2025

The Funeral Service for Mr. Dolezal has been moved to the First Baptist Church of Perry,  same day and time  Thursday 1 p.m. First Baptist Church of Perry.

  Albert James Dolezal, a beloved family man and highly esteemed member of his community, passed away on October 1, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Born on May 26, 1938, in Perry, Oklahoma, Albert lived...

Paul Zemp

Paul Zemp

Sep 23, 2025

Paul Henry Zemp, a beloved husband, caring cousin, and devoted friend, passed away on September 23, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on November 10, 1946, in Perry, Oklahoma, where he spent his early years growing up in a close-knit community that shaped his loving spirit.

Paul was a proud graduate of Perry High School, finishing in the spring...

James Sherley

James Sherley

Sep 3, 2025

James Delbert Sherley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Perry, Oklahoma, at the age of 66. Born on October 8, 1958, in Independence, Kansas, James lived a life filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories.

He served in the U.S. Army, a testament to his dedication and commitment to his country, before transitioning...