Local obituaries for Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

Apr 12, 2023

Travis Allen Smith, 33, of Vian, Oklahoma, passed away on April 13, 2023, in Vian, Oklahoma.

Travis was born to Jackie Smith and the late James Elmer Smith, in Richlands, Virginia, on December 14, 1989.

Travis graduated high school and immediately enlisted in the United States Navy. Travis served on the USS New Orleans (LPD...

Apr 9, 2023

Bob Scott, 75, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on April 10, 2023, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

Bob was born to Waren and Thelma Scott (Watts) in Charleston, Arkansas on April 27, 1947.

Bob married the love of his life and celebrated 33 years with Mrs. Judy Scott (Eymer.)

He is preceded in death by...

Apr 8, 2023

Ricky Eugene Johnson, 64, of Gans, Oklahoma, passed away on April 9, 2023.

Ricky was born to Leroy Allen Johnson and Ada Viola McHone, in Poteau, Oklahoma, on August 27, 1958.

He married Ruthann (Haney) Johnson on June 3 , 1985. He loved the Nascar and the Oklahoma Sooners!

Ricky is preceded in...

Apr 2, 2023

Lloyd “Nathan” Noble, 51, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on April 3, 2023. Nathan was born to Ronnie Dale Casey and Beverly Ann Noble on December 30, 1971, in Muskogee, Oklahoma.

“Nathan was one of the most hard-working, caring individuals you would have ever met. He never met a stranger. If he had, by...

Apr 1, 2023

Carolyn Lorraine Jackson (Joyner), 69, of Sallisaw, passed away on April 02, 2023. Carolyn was born on February 07, 1954, in Fresno, California, to Keethy and Pauline Joyner (McIntosh.)

Carolyn loved caring for others. She was so drawn to help others that she spent 23 years as a Registered Nurse.

She married the love of...

Mar 23, 2023

Brenda Kay Farris-Dunkin, 72, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed from this life on March 24, 2023.

Brenda is survived by her current husband, Donald Dunkin of Blanchard, OK; children, Tina Vaughn (Tim) of Kirby, AR, Priscilla Barth (Steve) of Fairbanks, AK; LaBreeska Terrell (Ronald) of Vian, OK; Aaron Farris (Debi) of Bossier City, LA, Anthony Farris (Evelyn) of...

Mar 20, 2023

Donald “Donnie” David Hines, 72, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away in Gore, Oklahoma, on March 21, 2023.

Donald was born to Donald and Vera Hines (Willene) on October 14, 1950, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

Donald was a Vietnam Veteran in the United States Navy.

Donald is preceded in death by his parents, his sister,...

Mar 17, 2023

Arthur David Wells, 68, of Vian, Oklahoma, passed away in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, on March 18, 2023.

Arthur was born to Harmon and Hilda Wells in San Angelo, Texas, on February 07, 1955.

Arthur is preceded in death by his parents, James Harp, and Anita Wells.

Arthur is survived by his children, Carish McGarity,...

Mar 17, 2023

James “Jimmy” Virl White, 66, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, on March 18, 2023.

James was born to Virl White and Olene Fredrick (Morris) on December 23, 1956, at Sequoyah Memorial Hospital in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

James enjoyed fishing, but when the fish weren’t...

Mar 14, 2023

Jerry “Rusty” Wayne Mathis, 66, of Vian, Oklahoma, passed away in Fort Smith, Arkansas, on March 15, 2023.

Jerry was born to Walter William Mathis and Ellen Nicie Mathis (Smith) in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, on May 11, 1956.

Jerry married the love of his life, Karen Elaine Thomason, on August 07, 1976. They recently celebrated 46...

Mar 10, 2023

Arrangements are under the direction of Forever Memories Funeral Services of Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

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Mar 4, 2023

Cheryl Schafer, 67, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on March 04, 2023, in Muldrow, Oklahoma.

Cheryl was born to Travis Teeter and Wanda Pospech (Stark) on September 09, 1955, in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Cheryl was loved by many and had a heart of gold. Although her loved ones will deeply miss her, they find comfort...

Feb 27, 2023

Luke McKinley Walden, 34, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away on February 27, 2023.

Luke was born to Joel Walden and Annette Eubanks on March 30, 1988 in Fort Smith Arkansas.

He is survived by his parents Joel and Charlotte Walden and Annette Eubanks, and two sisters Leslie Walden Hensley and Jessica Walden Taylor.

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Feb 27, 2023

David Roastingear was born on April 2, 1971, to Corena and Harold Roastingear in Tahlequah, OK. He graduated from Sequoyah high school. David was a Jack of all trades. After leaving high school, he had two daughters, Amber and Cory, along with many grandchildren and great-grandkids. David would always ask, “what’s cooking?” or “where’s the fry bread and beans?”...

Feb 23, 2023

Jimmy Neil Morris of Muldrow, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at the age of 63 in his home on Thursday , February 23, 2023, after a long battle with diabetes.

He was born on May 14, 1959, in Wellington, Texas, to J.C. Morris Sr and Esther Lavonia (Waye) Morris. He grew up in various towns in and out...

Feb 13, 2023

Jerry Dean Graham, 67, of Webbers Falls, Oklahoma, passed away on February 13, 2023, in Webbers Falls, Oklahoma.

Jerry was born to Garrett Charlie (Jelly) and Hazel Beatrice (Slimp) Graham on February 1, 1956, in Pampa, Texas. He worked as a mechanic and enjoyed tinkering with automobiles.

Jerry is...

Feb 11, 2023

Jimmie Walker, 80, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on February 11, 2023, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Jimmie was born to Jess and Ruby Walker on June 19, 1942, in Checotah, Oklahoma. He served in the Navy for 22 years.

He was a veteran of the Vietnam War.

Jimmie is preceded in death by...

Feb 8, 2023

Beverly Ann Phillips, 55, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on February 8, 2023, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

Beverly was born to Gordon and Janett Rees on March 8, 1967, in Miami, Florida. She was raised in Buffalo, New York.

She graduated from Canisius College with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She was a counselor for many...

Feb 4, 2023

Monzell Coppin III, “Pee Wee,” passed on February 4, 2023.

Monzell was born November 19, 1977, in Muskogee, OK., to parents Monzell Jr. and Gayle Coppin.

Monzell was raised and graduated high school in Webbers Falls, OK. He loved to hunt and fish with his brother Shalin and his grandkids.

Monzell married the...

Jan 26, 2023

John T. Posey, Jr. (August 2, 1939 – January 26, 2023) passed away peacefully at home from heart failure complications. John owned and created the beautiful Meadow Park RV Park at Lake Tenkiller, Oklahoma. John loved his days and his life at Meadow Park. He is best known for his quick-witted humor, sense of adventure (traveling and motorcycling around...