Obituaries

Apr 5, 2024

Dolores Ann (Bradshaw) Hodge, 89, of Perry passed away April 5, 2024, in Perry, Oklahoma surrounded by her family. Dolores was born on October 7, 1934, the daughter of Virgil Amzie Bradshaw and Iola Pearl (Shelton) Bradshaw. Raised in Perry, she attended school in Perry graduating from Perry High School in the spring of 1952. 

On August 2, 1951, she married...

Mar 31, 2024

Flora Marie LeForce, known for her dedication as a nurse at Stillwater Medical Center, has left behind a legacy of compassion and care. Born in Perry, Oklahoma on April 25, 1948, Flora's journey on this earth came to a gentle close at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City on March 31, 2024. Flora married Rollie LeForce on July 29, 1967. Flora's early...

Mar 28, 2024

Jana Elaine Cole, 75, of Perry, Oklahoma, a dedicated CNA at Perry Green Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, passed away at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Thursday March 28, 2024.  Jana was born in Crystal, Oklahoma in Atoka County on September 16, 1948, and she brought light and love to all who knew her. Her education journey led...

Mar 27, 2024

Sandra Kay Edwards, born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on December 10th, 1957, has peacefully left this world on March 27th, 2024, at her home in Perry, Oklahoma. Sandra's journey on this earth was adorned with the simple joys of life and a deep love for nature. Having graduated from Muskogee Oklahoma in the mid-1970s, Sandra found fulfillment in her career as a...

Mar 14, 2024

Charles "Bo" Granger, a man whose hands were as skilled at steering trucks through winding roads of life as they were at building memories with his loved ones, passed away on March 14, 2024, in Garber, Oklahoma. Born on August 28, 1933, in Hugo, Oklahoma, Charles led a life full of hard work, dedication, and boundless love.

 After graduating from Hugo...

Mar 12, 2024

In honor of the dearly departed Michael Allen Yerbic of Morrison, Oklahoma.   Michael Allen Yerbic, a man whose life was marked by resilience and love, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on March 12, 2024. He was born on October 14, 1959, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Michael's journey through life was defined by his unwavering spirit and the love he shared...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Dec 23, 2023

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Nov 26, 2023

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...