Obituaries
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Merle Harmon
Aug 22, 2025
Merle Clifton Harmon, a beloved husband, father, and music aficionado, peacefully passed away at his home in Lucien on August 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 6, 1955, in Perry, Merle spent his life crafting a legacy of warmth, creativity, and dedication that will resonate in the hearts of his family and friends forever.
A proud graduate...
Clifford Earl Kirby
Aug 21, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Clifford Earl Kirby on August 21, 2025 in Wichita, Kansas. Cliff was born to Charles and Rose Kirby on June 18, 1958 in Bakersfield, California. A devoted family man, Cliff is remembered for his kind spirit, strong work ethic, and loyalty to those he loved.
Cliff graduated from Manteca High...
David Perkins
Aug 18, 2025
David Leon Perkins, born on January 5, 1956, in Perry, Oklahoma, passed away on August 18, 2025, at the VA Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A devoted family man, David is remembered for his kind spirit, strong work ethic, and loyalty to those he loved.
David served his country honorably, joining the U.S. Air Force on September 24, 1974, and later...
Roger Swartz
Jul 18, 2025
Roger Alan Swartz, a loving farmer and cherished member of the Perry community, passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2025,
With a career steeped in the rhythms of farming, Roger grew wheat with hands accustomed to the feel of the earth and the power of the mighty tractors that pulled across the fields. He was not just a farmer;...
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