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Cecil L Hillerman - January 11, 1926 - April 25, 2022

Departed: 04/25/2022 (Tecumseh)

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Jack B. O'Neal - April 10, 1951 - April 21, 2022

Departed: 04/21/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Jack Beringer O’Neal passed from his earthly home at 3:10 am on April 21st 2022. He was a caring husband, father, papa, brother, and friend.

Jack was born April 10th 1951 in Shawnee, OK to Maxine and Bill O’Neal. Spending the majority of his life in Tecumseh, OK, Jack attended Barnard Elementary, Tecumseh Jr. High, Tecumseh High School, and Seminole Junior College.

He served in the Air Force Reserves from 1969 to 1974.

Jack married his high school sweetheart, Gena, in Mena, AR on August 14th 1990.

Throughout his life Jack most loved spending time visiting and drinking coffee with his children, grandchildren, and friends. He enjoyed, fishing, watching shows and old classics and western movies, reading crime novels, and taking road trips.

Jack was preceeded in death by his mother and father Maxine and Bill O’Neal, Sister Joan Moles, Aunt and Uncle Bob and Trelma O’Neal, Aunt and Uncle Rose and Walt O’Neal, and Uncle Wendall O’Neal.

He is Survived by his wife Gena O’Neal of Pink, OK.

Brother and wife, Gary and Jackie O’Neal of BelAire, KS.

Son, Chad and his children Rand O’Neal and Kori O’Neal of Bethel Acres, OK. Son, Scott and wife Christy O’Neal and their children Malorie Gilbert and Grant O’Neal, Malorie’s daughter, Avery Lowe of Tulsa,OK. Daughter, Angela Sowder and her children Tiffany Clemence, Savanna Clemence, and Summer Sowder of Earlsboro, OK. Son, Jeromy and wife Sandy Sowder and their children Alex and wife Maci Hickman, Kyle Sowder of Pink, OK. Daughter and husband, Jessica and Chance Carner and their children Jacklyn Carson, Lillian Carner and Vivianne Carner of Silverdale, WA.

Visitation will be 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 25, 2022 with family gathering from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., to greet friends and family at Cooper Funeral Home.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at Highland Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

All who wish to come celebrate and remember the life of Jack are encouraged to wear casual clothing. Jeans, boots and overalls are encouraged, suits are unwelcome.

Beginning sometime prior to 2015, Jack knew he was not well however, the cause was not diagnosed until 2016. It began as myeloma, mutating to myeloid leukemia with several subsequent mutations. In July of 2018 Jack underwent a bone marrow transplant. The transplant was successful for about 4 months, after which another mutation occurred. He was put on a newly released targeted drug and it put the leukemia into remission for about 2 years. After that time, once again, the leukemia mutated. He was given more chemotherapy with moderate success. He was accepted into a clnical trial in April at MD Anderson and was hopeful for the future. Throughout the seven years of treatments Jack received many donor platelets to help his body fight. He fell April 17th. The fall caused a subdural hematoma from which he even with donor platelets, couldn’t fight. His long and valient struggle ended. We are at peace knowing he is finally able to rest.

Over the last seven years the many nurses, doctors, and staff at OU Medical Center, Stephenson Cancer Center, and his transplant team provided excellent care above and beyond what was required of them. There are not enough words to express our gratitude to them and the supurb care Jack received.

During the course of his treatment, Jack received many infusions at the blood infusion clinic, O’Donaghue Bldg. at OU. Our upmost graititude is extended to the nurses in the clinic for their personable, dedicated and compassionate care over the years.

To the Oklahoma Blood Institute and their many generous blood donors who provided a plethora of blood products for Jack over the course of his struggle with leukimia, we are so thankful for each and every unnamed person who donated the products he received. Without the infuesd blood products he would not have been able to fight for so long. The family requests in lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor and remember Jack, should donate to the following medical services he used. Designated donation to: Bone Marrow Transplant through OU Health – https://giving.ouhealth.com/give/333866/#!/donation/checkout or Designated Donation to: Research through Stevenson Cancer Center – https://giving.oufoundation.org/onlinegivingweb/giving/onlinegiving/cancerinst

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Thurman "Duke" Blanchard - February 16, 1951 - April 19, 2022

Departed: 04/19/2022 (Tecumseh)

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Little Axe resident Thurman “Duke” Blanchard, 71, died Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in Little Axe.

Thurman was born February 6, 1951, in Little Axe, Oklahoma to Lewis and Cynthia (Creek) Blanchard.

He was a lifetime resident of Little Axe, Oklahoma and was a member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. He graduated from Noble High School and started his career with Oklahoma Natural Gas, retiring in 2006.

He married Fredith Butler on June 2, 1972, in Little Axe, Oklahoma.

He started as a pipeline welder with Oklahoma Natural Gas in Norman, Oklahoma. Later in his career, he worked in supervision, overseeing job site crews in the Oklahoma City area. He was proud to live and be involved in the Shawnee Tribal Ceremonies. In the early years, he loved to play fastpitch softball, traveling many miles to play various tournaments. His hobbies included working with old antiques and raising Dexter cows. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and sports, especially when it involved his grandkids.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Sue Ann Blanchard; and a brother, Kenneth Blanchard.

Survivors include his wife, Fredith Blanchard of Little Axe; son and daughter-in-law,  Eric and Jessica Blanchard of Norman; son, Craig Blanchard of Little Axe; five grandchildren, Caden Blanchard, Cache Blanchard, Mya Blanchard, Chael Blanchard, and Cecily Blanchard; brother, George Blanchard and Kathleen of Miami, Oklahoma; brother, Chester Blanchard and Kathy of Noble, Oklahoma; sister, Cleta Johnson and Bud of Little Axe, Oklahoma; sister, Redena Miller and Glen of Norman, Oklahoma; sister, Glendine Blanchard of Little Axe, Oklahoma; sister, Betty Isaacs and John of Noble, Oklahoma; brother, Kevin Blanchard and Arlene of Lexington, Oklahoma; numerous nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.

Tribal rites are being held Thursday, April 21, 2022, in the evening at the Blanchard Family Home in Little Axe, Oklahoma. Burial will be Friday, April 22, 2022, in the morning at the Blanchard Family Cemetery in Little Axe, Oklahoma with George Blanchard officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Danny Wade Boyett - June 07, 1968 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Danny Wade Boyett, 53, of Jennings, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022 in Tulsa.

He was born June 7, 1968 to Danny and Ruth (Fowler) Boyett in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Danny was raised in the Choctaw area and attended Choctaw Public Schools.  He graduated with the class of 1985 from Choctaw High School.

He married Jessica Sliger.

Danny worked in law enforcement most of life as police officer serving in Lincoln, Pottawatomie and Payne Counties, City of Perkins and as Police Chief in Tryon, Oklahoma and Carney Oklahoma.  He also was a truck driver and mechanic.

He loved tinkering, mechanics and was an artist and enjoyed doing tattoos.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and father-in-law, Jack Sliger.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Jessica Boyett of the home; 2 daughters, Megan Boyett And Fiancé Colton Deathrage of Maud, OK and Faith Sliger of Knox City, TX; 3 sons, Danny Wade Boyett and fiancé Breanna Bender, Matthew Knowles of Stamford, TX and Anthony Knowles of Stamford, TX; mother-in-law, Nancy Sliger of Tecumseh, OK; 2 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law, Tisha and Greg Kimball of Mannford, OK and Tracy and Billy Chase of Jones, OK; 1  brother, Jimmy Boyett of Bristow; Sherry and Steven Ellis, TX; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 18, 2022 and continue through service time.  Service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday. April 19, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with John Fowler officiating. Burial will follow at Sliger Family Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Robert White - December 16, 1930 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Robert White, age 91, lifelong resident of Little Axe, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at his home surrounded by family.

He was born December 16, 1930 in Little Axe, Oklahoma to Willie White and Tennie Little Jim.

Robert was raised in Little Axe and attended High School and Post Graduate at Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kansas.

He married Dorothy Jean (Marshall) White.

Robert proudly served his country for 4 years in the U.S. Air Force as Staff Sergeant and was honorably discharged.

He worked most of his life in the Construction and Carpentry.

Robert was a proud member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, Cornerstone Indian Baptist Church, Little Axe Alumni, Metal Lathers Local 26 and Carpenters Union Local 329.

He loved being with church members, family, and friends and playing harmonica.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie White & Tennie Little Jim; his wife, Dorothy Jean White; brother, Leroy White; and step-son, Allen George Bowman.

Survivors include his son, Robert White, Jr.; sister, Barbara & Jerry Little Axe; granddaughters, Kim and Erica; and numerous nieces and nephews and other extended family and friends.

Pallbearers will be Jimmy Little Jim, Jason Little Jim, Clint Little Jim, Chuck Little Jim, CJ Ciulla, and David Johnson Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Little Axe, Webb Little Jim, Beau Pederson, and Calvin White.

Viewing will be 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 15, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home with family gathering from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to greet friends and family.  Service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 16, 2022 at Cornerstone Indian Baptist Church in Little Axe with Pastor Bryce Scott officiating and George Blanchard doing Tribal Rights. Burial will follow at Little Jim Family Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Please join the celebration of Robert’s life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.

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Thelda Joy Butler - March 09, 1935 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: “There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.”

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Thelda Joy (Copeland) Butler, was our family’s guiding light.  She passed from this life into the next life to be with our Lord on April 13, 2022 at the age of 87.

She touched many lives with her kindness, her warm heart, and her love.  She was an accomplished woman with many gifts and talents, who was loved by all.

Thelda Joy was a dedicated nurse for over 55 years achieving her RN and BSN from OBU in 1979, while working full-time and raising her family.

She is survived by her three children; Joy Butler Kimbrell, Robert Butler and wife Joyce, and William Butler and wife Misti; seven grandsons; fifteen great-grandchildren; one brother, Welton Copeland; one sister, Sue Hall; and other extended family and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey “Monk” Butler; and grandson, Jeremy King.

Service will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Tecumseh First Baptist Church with Reverend Larry Sparks officiating. Burial will follow at Brown Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.  All are welcome to come and celebrate our Mother’s life.

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Bruce Turner - Unknown - April 12, 2022

Departed: 04/12/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Information Pending

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Donna Sue Jones - March 07, 1957 - April 12, 2022

Departed: 04/12/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Donna Sue Jones, 65, of Newalla, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at her home.

She was born March 7, 1957 to Billie Gene and Oleta Melton in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Donna was raised in the McLoud area and attended McLoud Public Schools. She graduated with the class of 1975 from McLoud High School.

She married Keith Jones on December 2, 1974 in Gainesville, Texas.   After marriage they moved to Little Axe where they have lived the last 42 years.

Donna was secretary for her family’s business 4J Foundation Company.

She enjoyed gardening, going camping to cook for her grandchildren and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her father, Billie Melton; mother-in-law, Ruth Jones; and her brother, Timmy Melton.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Keith Jones of the home; 2 sons and 1 daughter-in-law, Bryan Jones of Shawnee, OK and Brock and Holli Jones of Tupelo, OK; 1 daughter and 1 son-in-law, Misti and Terry Miller of Norman, OK; 6 grandchildren, Kaylee, Kyle, Tyler, Rowdy, Gracie and Raylee; 1 great-grandchild, Channie; her mother, Oleta Melton; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Lanie Melton of Shawnee, OK; father-in-law, Earl Jones; sister-in-law, Pam Jones; brother-in-law, Leith Jones; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 14, 2022 and continue through service time.

Visitation will be 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 14, 2022 and continue through service time with family gathering from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to greet friends and family at Cooper Funeral Home.  Service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 15, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Butch Hodge officiating. Burial will follow at Wanette Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Service will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 15, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Butch Hodge officiating. Burial will follow at Wanette Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Alva D. Melot - January 13, 1919 - April 11, 2022

Departed: 04/11/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Alva Donald Melot of Tecumseh, Oklahoma, went peacefully to be with the Lord on April 11th, 2022, at the age of 103. He was born on January 13, 1919, to Vernon and Mary (Tinney) Melot in Wanette, Oklahoma, in a one room house on his father’s Potawatomi allotment. As a young boy, Alva moved with his family to Tecumseh, Oklahoma, where he remained a lifelong resident. He graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1937. He then went on to graduate from the University of Oklahoma with his master’s in education. Alva was dedicated to education, shown by his willingness to hitchhike to campus every single week.

After meeting the love of his life, whom he taught, he married Betty Jean Branson on September 22, 1948, in Purcell, Oklahoma. They were happily married for 53 years. They had three children: Judi, Pierre, and Michelle Melot.

Alva spent over 40 years as a teacher, coach, principal, and superintendent. In his spare time, he mowed school property, painted whatever needed paint, dug water lines, performed repairs, and attended thousands of school sporting and musical events, graduations, recognitions, and celebrations of all kinds. He was a member of the Tecumseh Historical Society, and an active and involved member of the Tecumseh Alumni Association where he never missed an Alumni Banquet until 2019. He was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church since the late 1950s. Alva took great pride in his Potawatomi and French heritage. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, Betty, and together they went to over 20 countries.

Alva’s life was dedicated to his family, and to helping others. From words of advice to monetary offerings and anything in between, he was always willing and ready to help those around him.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Melot; his parents, Vernon and Mary Melot; two brothers, Glenn and Raymond Melot; and sister, Ella Melot.

The family has designated the Tecumseh Alumni Association or the Tecumseh Historical Society as appropriate for memorials in lieu of flowers.

Those left to cherish his memory are his three children: Judi Melot of Oklahoma City; Pierre Melot and his companion Susan Bradley of Norman; Michelle and Jeff Sigman of Tecumseh; his grandchildren, Nicole Elyse Emmons of Oklahoma City; Jennifer Terese Melot of Washington, DC; and Alex Melot Sigman and wife Lindsay Sigman of Shawnee; as well as many loving friends and extended family.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022. A celebration of life service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Tecumseh Alumni Building with Reverend Stephanie Stephens, Tecumseh Broadway United Methodist Church officiating.  Burial will follow at Tecumseh Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.  Please join the celebration of Alva's life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.  The family recommends that all attendees wear masks, but masks not required to attend, and that family members practice social distancing during viewing.

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Danny Joe Gordon - November 28, 1953 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Danny Joe Gordon went to his heavenly home on April 7, 2022 in Shawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 68. He was the son of Uvone (Golden) Gordon and John B. Gordon.  He was born in Fairland, Oklahoma on November 28, 1953.  Danny grew up in the Midwest City, Oklahoma community and graduated from Midwest City High School with the class of 1972.

In 1975, he met his wife Marilyn Lynn Young and they were married on July 31, 1976. They had two daughters, Miranda Lynn and Darcie Jo.

Danny owned and operated Midwest Produce Brokerage, with his wife, in Meeker, Oklahoma, from 1979 until his retirement in 1996.

Danny was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in May of 1988.  He was a trooper until the very end.

Danny was proceeded in death by his parents, brother J.B. Gordon and sister Sharon Ray. Danny is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marilyn, daughter Darcie Gordon of Shawnee, Oklahoma; daughter Miranda Outon and husband Tim of Moore, Oklahoma; grandsons Hadley and Caleb Outon; sister Shannon Ailey and Aunt Denelda Golden and numerous other family members.

Danny was a free spirit who loved overalls, his Audi’s, Bruce Springsteen, and the Colorado mountains.

The family would like to thank the staff of Colonial Estates Nursing Home, Traditions Hospice and Dr. Vail Stephens.

Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, April 10, 2022 with family present from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to greet friends and family and 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home.  Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2022 at Meeker New Hope Cemetery with Reverend Quinton Kay, N.E. Freewill Baptist Church officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Mildred Ruth Drew - April 12, 1942 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Mildred Ruth Drew, 79, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2022 in Oklahoma City.

Mildred "Millie" was born in Barron, OK to Robert Leslie Green and Beaula May Green. They later moved to East Lynn, MO.

Millie was employed and retired from Lucent Technologies. She made a life for her girls at her longtime residence in Newalla, OK. Over the years, Millie had many passions, including square dancing, golfing with the ladies, traveling, gardening, visiting family and friends, and loving on her grandchildren whenever she was able. She loved Elvis and Dr. Charles Stanley.

She was preceded in death by her father, mother, and two sisters.

Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 11, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home. Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Dale Cemetery with Pastor David Holland of Trinity Baptist Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made in Mildred's memory to Trinity Baptist Youth Ministry in lieu of flowers.

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Tim Melton - March 18, 1963 - April 05, 2022

Departed: 04/05/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Tim Melton, 59, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022 in Shawnee.

He was born March 18, 1963 to Billy Gene and Oleta (Naylor) Melton in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Tim was raised in McLoud, Oklahoma and attended McLoud Public Schools with the class of 1982.  Tim has lived most of his adult life in the Tecumseh and Dale area.

He married Jerri Sue Young on December 31, 1986 in Texas.  She preceded him in death on July 26, 1999.

Tim worked as a concrete estimator for Black Diamond Nation Wide his entire work career.

He enjoyed woodworking, building things, gardening, fishing and mowing his lawn.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jerri Sue Melton; and his father, Billy Gene Melton.

Survivors include 3 sons, Billy Jack Mitchell of Shawnee, Ezekiel Gene Melton and fiancé Shanda Gordon of Tecumseh and Cameron Dean Melton of Tecumseh; 8 grandchildren, Kylie, Kolby, Allie, Brighton, Canton, Hadley, Denim & Tuff; his mother, Oleta Melton; 1 sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Keith Jones of Newalla; 1 brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Lanie Melton of Shawnee; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 7, 2022 and continue through service time.  Service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 8, 2022 at Blackburn Chapel Baptist Church with Reverend David Flanary officiating. Burial will follow at Blackburn Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Please join the celebration of Tim's life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.

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Jean Clinkenbeard - August 02, 1928 - April 04, 2022

Departed: 04/04/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Glenda Jean Clinkenbeard entered the healing and comforting presence of the Lord on Monday evening April, 4, 2022 at 8:30 pm with her daughter at her bedside. As family and friends remember Jean for her faithful love and devotion to Jesus Christ and her family, we honor Jean’s reliable desire to capture her life and events through her own writings. This is what she wrote: “Glenda Jean (Jeanie) Clinkenbeard was born August 2, 1928 to Oliver Mitchell and Myrtle Mae (Oliver) Bonner at Byars, Okla. and lived there until 1942 where she finished the 8th grade. She finished her Junior Year at Stratford, Okla. where they moved to in 1942. Dad was a Pentecostal Holiness minister and was sent to Stratford to pastor there. He was sent to Davis, Okla. to pastor the church there on Aug. 9, 1945. Jean had met a young man there at Stratford, named David Wayne Clinkenbeard and they married on Aug. 13, 1945 in Gainesville, TX and moved to Oklahoma City where he was working at General Mills. He was drafted to the army in 1946 and sent to the Philippines as an MP. Jean lived with her parents at Davis during that time and worked at Palace Drug Store. Wayne was discharged in Sept. 1947 and returned to General Mills to work until the mill closed in 1952. He then worked for his brother painting houses. In 1949 they bought a small acreage at the north edge of Moore, Okla. and their 3 children, Marilyn Kay, Terry Dwayne and Mitchell Ray. They were born while they lived there. They had a large garden each year and put out an orchard so Jean could can her bountiful vegetables and fruit and had plenty extra to share with family, friends, and neighbors. Wayne started to work at Tinker Field and took his schooling as an aircraft electrician. He made a skilled journeyman in 1960. Jean and Wayne were both raised on farms and they began to look for a farm to buy and in 1962 they bought 120 acres in Wanette, Okla. with no house. They began building their home in 1963 with Wayne, Jean and the boys doing almost all of the work. Marilyn was cook and housekeeper. Time passed and all 3 of the children moved. With Jean’s canning, carpenter work and all of the domestic chores, she made her clothes, the 3 children’s, a lot of Marilyn’s- even after she married, and a new little girl came to the family and I sewed for her and also my mother. I even made the boys’ shirts until they were up in years. We had chickens, cows and pigs to care for because Wayne was still working at Tinker. Our health began to fail and we knew we needed closer to the children, doctors and stores. We bought an acreage at Shawnee- Bethel Acres area – and started building again. Started out with a large double garage and workshop, then the house where Wayne, the boys, Wayne’s brother-in-law and Jean did most of the work. We lived there at Wanette for 25 years – Wayne retired in 1983 and we lived at Shawnee for 26 years. Our health continued to fail and in 2012 Wayne was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. In Dec. 2014 the children moved us close to Marilyn. We lived long enough to celebrate our 70th anniversary on August 15, 2015. They gave us a wonderful celebration with lots of family and friends there. With our health still failing they moved us to Rivermont Independent Living at Norman, Okla. on Aug. 29, 2015. Wayne went home to be with the Lord on Sept 27, 2015. Jean was also preceded in death by her 2 brothers and their wives; her sister and husband; her son, Terry, in 1996; mother on March 8, 1983 at 6:30 AM and dad on March 9, 1983 at 10:40 PM and we had a double funeral. She is also preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Janet Clinkenbeard. My advice to one and all is…”serve the Lord and be ready to meet all of us in Heaven.”   Jean is survived in death by her daughter, Marilyn and husband Steve Hurt of Wayne, OK; her son, Mitch and wife Janet (deceased) Clinkenbeard of Newalla, OK; 6 grandchildren – Bronda and husband Bobby (deceased) Wilkerson of Oklahoma City, OK; Toby and wife  Cindy Clinkenbeard of Norman, OK, Tammy and husband Brian Carney of Rowlet, TX; Lori Duggan of Shawnee, OK; Belinda and husband Daniel Wiley of Mustang, OK and Erik and wife Erica Clinkenbeard of Oklahoma City, OK; 15 grandchildren- Veronica, Vincent, Felicia, Tayler, Terry Wayne, William, John, Lisa, Abby, John Avery, Issac, Luke, and Roman  and 3 great-great grandchildren- Michael, Gabriel, and Finley. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 7, 2022 and continue through service time.  Service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Guinn, Living Love Christian Center, Shawnee, OK and Reverend Toby Clinkenbeard officiating. Burial will follow at Tecumseh Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Please join the celebration of Jean’s life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.

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Horace Ray Bates - June 08, 1956 - April 01, 2022

Departed: 04/01/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Our Dad, Horace Ray Bates was born June 8, 1956 and passed away with loving family by his bedside on April 1, 2022.

One of his granddaughters said that he was playing an April Fool’s joke and all of us half expected him to start laughing, pull all the wires and tubes out of him, get out of bed, grab a cigarette and laugh his butt off at us….but he didn’t. Not this time. What he did do was leave a great amount of memories with us. Each of us had our own special moments with him and we will treasure those forever. He was a fairly private man and only a handful of people really knew him. Throughout my life I watched him fill a lot of different roles for me, friends, family, neighbors, co-workers and everyone else he met – Husband, father, son, grandpa, brother, uncle, friend, mentor, role-model, general Mr. Fix-It, etc…but one thing that was constant was that, what little he said, was always the truth. His actions spoke more than he could ever say and he rarely sat still and was always busy doing something, so in that way he was quite loud. So if you met, grew up, worked with, went to school with, partied with or whatever else with him then you have your own memories with him. Take a moment and say something out loud to him. Just like when he was here, he probably won’t say much or anything back, but he will be listening.

Memorial Service will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, April 15, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ken Kerbo, C3 Cross Connection Church, Shawnee, OK officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Henry D. Longman, Sr. - October 17, 1944 - March 31, 2022

Departed: 03/31/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Henry D. Longman, Sr., 77, of Norman, Oklahoma passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022 in Norman.

He was born October 17, 1944 to Clayton and Ruby (Johnson) Longman in Concho, Oklahoma.

Henry was raised in the Little Axe area and attended school in Noble, Bethel and Concho. He has lived most of life in the Little Axe.

He married Mary Rainey and she preceded him in death.

In his early years Henry worked as a mason. He later worked as an optometrist for Dr. Lee Slaton for many years before retiring.

He was a proud member of Absentee Shawnee Tribe.  Henry loved music and begin playing in bands in school and continued to play with bands for years, including the family band know as Something Special.  He loved golf, fast pitch softball, basketball and coaching.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Rainey Longman; parents, Clayton and Ruby Longman; sister, Patricia Slate; and brother, Clyde Longman, Tosey Spybuck and Lewis Longman.

Survivors include 4 sons, Henry Daniel Longman, Jr. of Little, Axe, Michael Ray Longman of Norman, Anthony and Shelly Longman of Norman and Ashton Longman of Little Axe; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and other extended family and friends.

Tribal Rites will be Saturday evening, April 2, 2022 at Brendle Corner with George Blanchard officiating. Burial will follow Sunday morning, April 3, 2022 at Johnson Family Cemetery in Norman, OK under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Willa Marie (George) Oliver - June 17, 1932 - March 31, 2022

Departed: 03/31/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Willa Marie (George) Oliver, 89, of Milford, Connecticut, formerly Bella Vista, AR, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022.

Willa was born June 17, 1932 to William Edward and Leora B. (Clark) George in Overton, Texas.

She was raised in St. Louis, Oklahoma and attended St. Louis Public Schools.  She graduated from St. Louis High School.  She later attend Oklahoma Baptist University.

Willa married Edward Barry Oliver on December 4, 1953 in St. Louis, Oklahoma.  He preceded her in death on January 2, 2014.

She worked as her church secretary and also was a manager for Avon.

Willa was a devout Christian women, church member, Sunday school teacher and outreach ministry worker.  She enjoyed singing in the church choir, was a frequent soloist and a member of the bell choir.  Willa made the best peanut butter balls and okra in town, loved to play card games (she was almost always the winner) and loved her sweet dog Peppy Fe.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Oliver; her parents, William and Leora George; 1 great-grandchild; 2 sisters, Gloria George-Evans and Sylvia George-Hicks.

Those left to cherish her memory are 4 sons and 3 daughters-in-law, Edward Barry Oliver, Jr. of Memphis, TN, William Stanley Oliver and Marina Skrbic-Oliver of Milford, CT, David Kody Oliver and S. René Garcia-Oliver of Bella Vista, AR and Roger Glen and Kelly Oliver of Texas; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Carolyn Sue George-Nix of Rhome, TX and Janie George-Disbury of Coconut Creek, FL; and other extended family and friends.

Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at Fairview Cemetery Gazebo in Shawnee, OK with family officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.  Please join the celebration of Willa's life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.

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William "Bill" Straughan - May 20, 1938 - March 30, 2022

Departed: 03/30/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” Straughan, age 83, of Tecumseh, OK passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 in Oklahoma City.

He was born May 20, 1938 in Shawnee, OK to Lloyd “Spy” and Hazel L. (Patterson) Straughan.

Bill was a lifelong resident of Tecumseh, OK.

He attended Tecumseh Public Schools and graduated from Tecumseh High School with the class of 1956.

Bill married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Nova Dean Beavers in Shawnee on February 27, 1959.

He worked for Tinker Air Force Base and retired from there with over 35 years of service. After retirement he spent over 10 years with the Firelake Golf Course.

Bill was a member of the Tecumseh Alumni Association, Broadway United Methodist Church in Tecumseh and was a member of the Tecumseh School Board for several years, ending his time on the board as President.

He enjoyed golfing, woodworking, coffee with friends, and spending time with his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids. Bill was known by many names over the years such as, Angel, Rooter-Tooter, Fluff and PaPa.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Nova Dean; son, Van Straughan; and his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Patsy Straughan of Tecumseh; daughter, Terri Straughan of Tecumseh; granddaughter Jenny Houck and wife Tay, of Moore, OK; grandsons, Tanner Thompson and husband Mike, of Fayetteville, NY and Bradley Straughan of Shawnee; great grandchildren, Zayden Houck, Nova Houck, Sapphire Straughan, Ragnar Straughan, and Leon Straughan; and many other family and friends.

The family will gather to meet with friends on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cooper Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home with Deena Ford officiating. Burial will follow at Tecumseh Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Please join the celebration of Bill’s  life through Cooper Funeral Home’s Facebook page for live streaming of the service.

The family has designated donations be made to The Tecumseh Alumni Association in Bill’s honor as appropriate for memorials.

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Bea Calvert - February 19, 1938 - March 28, 2022

Departed: 03/28/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Bea Calvert, 84, of Wanette, Oklahoma passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at her home.

Bea was born February 19, 1938 to Roy and Frances “Fannie” (Chapman) Roper in Berlen, Oklahoma.

She was raised in Tecumseh and attended Tecumseh Public Schools.

Bea married Delbert “Floyd” Calvert on August 12, 1955 in Tecumseh, Oklahoma.  He preceded her in death on February 16, 2008.

She along with her husband operated a dairy business.  Bea also worked outside the home in food service at O.U. until her retirement.

She was a member of Grace Community Church in Tecumseh.  Bea’s favorite thing was helping with meals for people in the community.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd Calvert; daughter, Tina Faye Calvert; great-grandson, Ray Kelso-Calvert; 5 sisters, Bessie Lee Brayer, Bernice Kalm, Mary Ruth Wiegert, Violet Watson and Ilene Crane; and 3 brothers, Monroe Roper, Johnnie Roper and Jessie Colbert Holcomb.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, John and Sharon Calvert of Wanette; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Bruce Erdman of Wanette; children by heart, Tim and Janet Lindsey of Wanette; grandchildren, Bill Calvert, Tina Dabney, Tim Kormendy, David Kormendy, Curtis Lindsey, and Tabatha Lusk; great-grandchildren, Rylee Calvert, Morgan Calvert, Zarion Kormendy, Tanner Kormendy, Denim Lusk, R.L. Lusk and Lindsey Lusk; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022 and continue through service time.  Service will be 12:00 noon, Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Grace Community Church in Tecumseh with Reverend Lonnie Hurst, Grace Community Church officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Maguire Cemetery in Noble, OK under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Larry Tiger Goodwin - April 14, 1967 - March 27, 2022

Departed: 03/27/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Larry Tiger Goodwin, 54, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022 at him home.

He was born April 14, 1967 in Norman, Oklahoma to Leon and Donna (Fortney) Goodwin.

Larry was raised in Moore, Little Axe and Tecumseh.  He graduated from Moore High School.

He married Sheila Nieto in Little Axe, Oklahoma.

Larry served his country in the U.S. Army during the Gulf War and was honorably discharged.

He worked for Sam’s Club as a product and juice sample host.

Larry was a proud member of The Absentee Shawnee Tribe.  He loved to gamble, go the casinos and enjoyed life and like to have a good time.  Larry loved his children and was a beloved father, brother, uncle and grandfather.

He was preceded in death his parents, Leon and Donna Goodwin; and his birth mother, Nora Tiger.

Survivors include his wife, Sheila Goodwin of the home; daughters, Dawn Wilson and Shane and Alissa Goodwin and Darnell Pasena; twin sons, Joseph Goodwin and Joshua Goodwin of Zuni, NM; 3 grandchildren; brother, Terry Little Charley and Marilyn; sisters, Donna Cody and Clellen, Dorthea Crocker and Nina Taylor; aunt, Frances Blanchard; uncles, Raymond Tiger and Eugene Strickland and Anita; cousin, Jan Maxwell; and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.

Tribal Rites will be Wednesday evening, March 30, 2022 at Little Axe Community Center with Glenn Mann officiating. Burial will be Thursday morning, March 31, 2022 at Tiger Family Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Jesse Dale Wagoner - February 16, 1936 - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Jesse Dale Wagoner, 86, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022 in Shawnee.

He was born February 16, 1936 to James Elcha and Della (Young) Wagoner in Lamar, Oklahoma.

Jesse was raised in Lamar and attended Lamar Grade School and Moss High School.  After high school moved to Oklahoma City where he resided for many years before moving to the Tecumseh area where he lived for the last 20 years.

He worked for City of Oklahoma City for 30 years.

Jesse was a devout Christian and loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  He loved country and gospel music and enjoyed sports, especially Yankees baseball.  He loved his brothers, sisters and his family and friends very much.  He will truly be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Della Wagoner; 4 brothers, Glenn, Alfred “J.W.” Dub Wagoner, James Ivan Wagoner, Ernest Wagoner and Johnny Leon Wagoner; sister, Nannie Corene Wagoner; niece, Janie Ball; and 2 nephews, Jaylee Looper and Ronnie Wagoner.

Jesse is survived by 1 brother and 1 sister-in-law, Jimmy and Retha Wagoner of McLoud, OK; 2 sisters, Elueta Norine Looper of Wichita, KS and Chessie Florene of Wichita, KS; sister-in-law, Ruby Wagoner of Lamar, OK; numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, March 27, 2022 and continue through service time.    Service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 28, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Paul Gregg officiating. Burial will follow at Dale Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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L. M. Potter - May 23, 1931 - March 21, 2022

Departed: 03/21/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: L. M. Potter, age 90, of Tecumseh, OK passed away after a short illness on Monday, March 21, 2022, in Tecumseh.

He was born May 23, 1931, in Fyffe, Alabama to Lloyd Monroe and Nora (Maness) Potter.

L. M. was born and raised in Fyffe, Alabama and attended school there.

He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and had tours of duty in Texas and California. He met Joy Dell Olsovsky in April of 1954 while hitchhiking from his base in Amarillo to Alabama. They were married on August 6, 1954 in Prague, OK.

After his time in the military L.M. went to work at Tinker Air Force Base in production control and retired after 25 years of service. After retirement he found his favorite job working at Pratt’s Grocery Store in Tecumseh and interacting with friends and patrons.

He was a devoted member of Sharon Baptist Church. He always had a smile on his face and a warm hello for everyone he came in contact with.

L.M. enjoyed gardening, coaching Little League sports, fishing, hunting, camping and sports. He was an avid OU football fan. Most of all, L.M. loved the Lord and ministered through his “God Is Good All The Time” caps.  L.M. had a special place in his heart for the Senior Citizen Center in Tecumseh.  He enjoyed lunch fellowship and his Carl’s Jr. coffee group. His wonderful sense of humor will be missed by his friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Douglas Potter; sister, Joyce Potter; brother, Terry Potter; and son-in-law, Danny Sparks.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Joy of the home; 2 daughters, Jackie and Charles Brooks of Tecumseh and Kathy Sparks of Tecumseh; son, Michael and Mary Potter of Plano, TX; 4 grandchildren, Logan and Katie Brooks, Camden Sparks, Tara Potter and Kari Ritchie; 4 great grandchildren, Riley, Mallory, Brittany and Dylan; 9 great great grandchildren, 3 sisters, Joan Patterson, Marlene Williams and Carolyn and Burlon Bohannon; special nephew Bill Potter; and numerous other family and friends.

Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 25, 2022 at Sharon Baptist Church with Reverends Clint Dawkins of Sharon Baptist Church and Phil Thompson of Liberty Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Ray H Selman - October 08, 1939 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Ray H. Selman, 82, of Shawnee, Oklahoma passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022 in Shawnee.

He was born October 8, 1939 in Maysville, Oklahoma to Willie Ray and Effie B. (Roden) Selman.

Ray was raised in the Purcell area and Yuma, Arizona.  He graduated with the class of 1957 from Yuma, Arizona High School.  He moved back to Oklahoma and settled in the Oklahoma City area until 1964 when he moved to Shawnee.  In recent years he lived in Macomb, OK with Aaron Chaffin and his family.

He married Pat James on May 16, 1960 in Oklahoma City and they were married for 22 years.

Ray worked in residential construction doing drywall and carpentry.

He was a member of Pentecostal Church of God in Tecumseh and a board member for 16 years.

Ray enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Barbara Sparlin and Shirley Branscum.

Survivors include 1 son, Donnie Ray Selman of Shawnee, OK; 2 daughters and 1 son-in-law, Sandra and Bryan Herron of Shawnee, OK and Pam Gibson of Shawnee, OK; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters and 1 brother-in-law, Mary and Frank Rinehart and Carolyn Brown; 4 brothers and 4 sisters-in-law, Terry and Lois Selman, Donald and Brenda Selman, Gary and Jana Selman and Jimmy and Janet Selman; 2 brothers-in-law, Raymond Sparlin and Ronnie Branscum; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2022 and continue through service time.  Family gathering will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to greet friends and family.  Service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with Ronnie Churchwell officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Ben Van Schuyver - May 22, 1931 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Ben Van Schuyver, 90, lifelong resident of Wanette, Oklahoma passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022 at his home.

He was born May 22, 1931 to Theron and Ruth (Roberts) Van Schuyver in Chisholm, Oklahoma.

Ben married Jimmie Van Schuyver on August 15, 1985 in Ada, Oklahoma.

Ben was a cattle rancher his whole life.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, playing dominos and playing hide the thimble.  Ben loved listening to Jerry Clower, loved telling stories and making people laugh.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Jane Van Schuyver on May 21, 1984; his daughter, Judy Van Schuyver; parents, Theron and Ruth Van Schuyver; sister, Hazel Van Schuyver Stafford; and brothers, Troy, Stanley and Alfred Van Schuyver.

Survivors include his wife, Jimmie Van Schuyver of the home; daughter, Virginia Edgar of Gainesville, GA; 3 sons, Gary Van Schuyver of Wanette, OK, Michael Van Schuyver of Wanette, OK and John Van Schuyver of Conroe, TX; brother, Allen Van Schuyver of Wanette, OK; 9 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Wanette Cooper Funeral Home Chapel.  Service will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 21, 2022 at Wanette Cemetery Chapel with Jim Martin officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Kimberly (Capps) Brown - June 22, 1966 - March 15, 2022

Departed: 03/15/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Kimberly (Capps) Brown Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt

Kim Brown went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 15, 2022, after a 4-year battle with  lung cancer.

She was born June 22, 1966 in Stillwater to Roy and Linda Capps of Shawnee. As an elementary student, Kim attended Jane Brooks School for the Deaf in Chickasha and middle school at South Rock Creek in Shawnee.  She graduated from Tecumseh High School in May of 1984.

Upon graduation, Kim worked for Tinker Air Force Base.  She married Larry Brown in August of 1986.  One daughter, Kayla Marie, was born to this union on November 9, 1990.

Kim was preceded in death by her father, Roy Capps, grandmother and grandfather Duel and Polly Capps, grandmother Jessie Moore, first cousins Donnie Clark and Gary Hopcus, plus several aunts and uncles.

Survivors include mother Linda Capps, daughter Kayla (David) Rogers of Shawnee; grandchildren Rylee and Bennett; brothers Brian (Staci) Capps of Ada, Aaron (Melissa) Capps of McLoud; uncles Cecil (Nancy) of Las Vegas, NV, Jim (Oneta) of Meeker; aunts Marilyn (Don) Clark of Macomb, Rosa (Hub) Reed of Shawnee and Sue Moore of Choctaw; nephews Hunter (Shadley), Scout, Cole, Cade, and Carson Capps.

Kim Brown was a loving mother and grandmother (Mimi).  Her two grandchildren were the light of her life.  She loved to attend her granddaughter’s softball games and watch her two-year-old  grandson play imaginary baseball in the living room, complete with running bases and sliding.

She showed her love to all her family members by remembering their birthdays and making sure they received at least a text.  She never forgot details, and her amazing memory never failed to astonish her family.

You never saw Kim without a smile.  That smile not only made her feel better, but the recipient as well.   She faced adversity with an inner ability to overcome.  A fighter in confronting her cancer with the will to live, she did just that for four years. Although she was deaf, she would freely communicate with those who were hearing.  She did a remarkable job in getting along in basically a hearing world.  She enjoyed her church family at Blackburn Chapel, but struggled to attend in the past year.  Kim appreciated the many cards, flowers, and food that were sent by church members.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that contributions be made to their organization of choice in Kim’s name.  The family appreciates SSM Cancer Center, Heartland Hospice, and CPN Senior Network Services.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 18, 2022 and continue through service time.  Service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Immanuel Baptist Church, 1451 E. 45th Street, Shawnee, OK  74804 with Reverend Larry Sparks officiating. Burial will follow at Harrah Memory Lane Cemetery, 20451 NE 10th, Harrah, OK  73045 under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh. Please join the celebration of Kim’s life through Immanuel Baptist Church @ ibcshawnee.org for live streaming of the service.

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Danny Little Axe, Sr. - February 18, 1942 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (Tecumseh)

Obituary Preview: Danny Little Axe, Sr., age 80, of Norman, OK passed away at his home on Thursday, March 10, 2022 in Norman.

He was born to John and Lillian (Sloan) Little Axe on February 18, 1942 in Little Axe, Oklahoma and has been a lifelong resident there.

Danny attended South Gale elementary school in Hog Creek, USA, Pawnee Boarding School and Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kansas.

He married Georgia Jones on February 21, 1962 in Pauls Valley, OK.

Danny was owner/operator of Little Axe Plumbing and worked Civil Service. He served 2 terms as Governor of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe, served 1 term as Lt. Governor, served on various boards and also was a consultant for the Tribal Government Institute.

He was an avid OU fan and greatly enjoyed golf and fast pitch softball.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and 2 brothers, Floyd Kenneth Little Axe and Troy Little Axe.

Those left to cherish his memories are his wife, Georgia, of the home; children, Rick and Tracy Little Axe, Danny Little Axe, Jr. and Anna Walking Eagle of Norman, Diane Little Axe, Ronnie Little Axe and Debra Jac Ponkilla, all of Little Axe, OK; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Jerry and Barbara Little Axe and John Al Little Axe; 5 sisters, Glenda Sullivan, Wanda Tiger, Carolyn Little Axe-Sadongei, and husband Keith, Marilyn and Sean Byers and Sabrina Little Axe; and numerous other family and friends.

Funeral service will be11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 2022 at First Indian Baptist Church, Shawnee, Oklahoma. Tribal rites will be held Saturday evening and burial will be Sunday morning at the Little Axe Family Cemetery, Little Axe, OK under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and any charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

In most cases, the family of the deceased or a close friend will write the obituary. Funeral homes or mortuaries may also assist with writing and publishing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include funeral service details, burial information, and any charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important information. Aim for 1-2 paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased. This can help to make the obituary more personal and meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Check the website or contact the newspaper directly for submission guidelines. Most require a written obituary, along with payment for publication. Online platforms may have specific templates or forms to fill out.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

Yes, there may be a fee associated with publishing an obituary in a newspaper or online platform. The cost varies depending on the publication and the length of the obituary.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to reflect on their life and legacy. This can also help to alleviate the burden on loved ones during a difficult time.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or personality in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary should reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Including humorous anecdotes or personal traits can help to make the obituary more engaging and memorable.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

It's essential to be respectful and considerate when sharing information about the deceased. Avoid including sensitive or private details that may be uncomfortable for family members or friends.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can be a beautiful way to add depth and personality to the obituary.

What if I need to make corrections or changes to an already published obituary?

Contact the newspaper or online platform where the obituary was published to request corrections or changes. They will guide you through their process for making updates.

Can I republish an obituary from another source?

Check with the original publisher for permission to republish their content. You may need to obtain copyright clearance or provide proper attribution.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publication varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several days or even weeks.

Can I create an online memorial or tribute page in addition to an obituary?

Yes, many online platforms offer tools to create memorial pages where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences.

What if I want to keep the funeral private or limited to immediate family only?

You can indicate this in the obituary by stating "private funeral" or "family services only." This will help to respect your wishes while still allowing others to pay their respects through condolence messages or donations.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a cause they cared about.

How do I ensure that my loved one's online presence is respected after they pass away?

Consider setting up online memorials or requesting that social media platforms memorialize their accounts. This can help to preserve their memory while protecting their privacy.

What if I'm struggling with grief after losing a loved one?

Losing someone we love can be incredibly difficult. Reach out to friends, family, or professional counselors for support during this challenging time. There are also many online resources available for coping with grief.

Can I use an obituary as a way to celebrate my loved one's life?

Absolutely! An obituary is a wonderful opportunity to share stories, memories, and achievements that celebrate your loved one's life. Focus on their passions, accomplishments, and positive qualities that made them special.

How do I know what type of funeral service is appropriate for my loved one?

Discuss your loved one's wishes with family members and consider their religious beliefs, cultural traditions, and personal preferences when planning funeral services.

What if I'm unsure about certain details in an obituary?

If you're unsure about dates, names, or other details, it's okay to say "unknown" or "private" rather than risking inaccuracies. You can also consult with other family members or friends who may have more information.

Can I create a digital archive of my loved one's life story?

Yes! Consider creating a digital archive of photos, documents, and stories about your loved one's life. This can be a meaningful way to preserve their legacy for future generations.

How do I handle condolences from people who didn't know my loved one well?

Acknowledge their kind words with gratitude, even if they didn't know your loved one intimately. Their condolences are still a sign of respect and care for you during this difficult time.