Obituaries
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...
Timothy Vaughan
Oct 15, 2025
Timothy D Vaughan has joined his wife in heaven. His family is making funeral arrangements at this time. Burial will be at the Hennessey, OK Cemetery.
Mary Vaughan
Oct 7, 2025
Mary Vaughan has joined her husband in heaven. Her family is making funeral arrangements at this time. Burial will be at the Hennessey, OK Cemetery.
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;...
Silas Creekmore
Jul 5, 2025
Silas Xavier Jasiah Creekmore, a precious baby boy, graced this world with his presence on June 5, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Tragically, his journey on earth came to an unexpected end on July 5, 2025, in Perry, Oklahoma, just one month after he filled the hearts of those who loved him with immense joy and love.
Silas was adored by...
Carolyn Sue Davis
Jun 22, 2025
Carolyn Sue Davis, a beloved member of our community, passed away suddenly on June 22, 2025. Carolyn was born on October 9, 1943, in Ponca City, Oklahoma to her loving parents Erwin Earl Ratliff and Helen Josephine Ratliff. She was raised on a farm with her brother Bob in Red Rock, Oklahoma. On September 22, 1962, she married the love...
Cynthia Jo Ann Hembree
Apr 1, 2025
Cynthia Jo Ann Hembree, a cherished soul deeply rooted in her community, departed this life unexpectedly on April 1, 2025, in Norman, Oklahoma, at the age of 77. Born on October 15, 1947, in Perry, Oklahoma, she was the beloved daughter of the late Paul Henry Zemp, Sr. and Lillian May (Melugin) Zemp. Cynthia’s spirit was shaped in the nurturing...
Don Bircket
Mar 22, 2025
Don Allen Bircket, a devoted family man, left this world peacefully at home on March 22, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on June 17, 1940, in Orlando, Oklahoma, Don lived a life rich with experiences that left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate to know him.
For over 20 years,...
James Killough Thompson
Mar 16, 2025
James (Jim) Killough Thompson September 26, 1932 – March 16, 2025
James (Jim) Killough Thompson, 92, entered into heaven on March 16, 2025, where his beloved wife, Pat, had been waiting for him. He passed away peacefully at home cared for by loved ones.
Jim was born on September 26, 1932, in Oklahoma City to Ferris and Irma Thompson. He graduated from...
Page Powers
Mar 14, 2025
Robert Page Powers departed from this life on March 14, 2025, the day of the lunar eclipse, during the historic windstorm of Oklahoma. He took his final breath peacefully in his home surrounded by friends and family.
Page was born on June 24th, 1959, in Roswell NM. His family move to Oklahoma in 1963. While attending Perry High School, he won...
Teddy Green
Mar 13, 2025
Teddy James Green (Ted), 86 years old of Perry, Oklahoma passed into the arms of Jesus Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1938, to Mervyn Emmett Green and Mary Nettie Lebow Green on the family farm of Orlando, Oklahoma. He was the youngest of five boys. Ted loved his Lord Jesus Christ and was born into...
Gary Voise
Mar 12, 2025
Gary Allen Voise, a lifelong Oklahoman and devoted family man passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born on August 14, 1947, in Stillwater, Gary's roots run deep in the Oklahoma soil. He spent his formative years on a farm in Sumner, instilling in him a strong work ethic and a love for the land. He was...
Gail Irwin
Mar 7, 2025
Gail Louise Irwin, a gentle and fun soul to all who knew her, peacefully departed this world on March 7, 2025, at home in Perry, Oklahoma. Born on March 10, 1949, Gail lived a life of kindness, creativity, perseverance, and unwavering love of her family, no matter the challenges and obstacles.
A devoted mother, Gail embraced the role with a sweetness...
Phyllis Rudd
Feb 17, 2025
Phyllis Mae Rudd, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Born on September 16, 1939, in Perry, Oklahoma, Phyllis lived a life filled with warmth and joy, touching the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
A proud graduate of Perry High School in the spring of 1957, Phyllis embarked...
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