Obituaries

Oct 29, 2026

Alice Jo Lay Lechtenberger Benton was born on June 14, 1937 (Flag Day!) to Joe R. and Theda B Lay right here in Oklahoma City. She was a 1955 graduate of Classen High School and received a BA in journalism in 1959 from the University of Oklahoma where she cheered on the Sooners football team under Bud Wilkinson to a...

Oct 29, 2026

Please check back for Tyler's obituary on Sunday.

Oct 26, 2026

Robert Lee Shadrick went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 26, 2026, at the age of 96. He was born on August 4, 1930, in Norman, Oklahoma. Robert lived a life marked by dedication, service, and unwavering faith.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Navy from January 6, 1951 to November 23, 1954, as a...

Oct 25, 2026

Glenda Rae Nation, beloved wife, sister, and friend, went to be with her heavenly Father on October 25, 2026.



Glenda was born on December 21, 1957, in Norman, Oklahoma, to Don and Naomi Franks. As the daughter of a career U.S. Air Force officer, her early life was a journey of adventure. The family moved frequently to serve their country, taking...

Oct 25, 2026

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations for Steve may be made to Vondel Smith Mortuary. All donations will be directed toward Steve's funeral costs.

Steve Lynn Spurgeon of Blanchard, passed away on October 25, 2026 in Oklahoma City.

Steve was born on May 26, 1961 in Oklahoma City to Bill and Betty (Disney) Spurgeon. Steve was raised in OKC and Moore. Steve...

Oct 25, 2026

Rosemary Brewer, known fondly as "Dodie" to her brothers and "Nona" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away on October 25th at the age of 88. She would want you to know she had a wonderful life. She said so constantly.

Rosemary was stunning inside and out, and she knew the value of a great outfit. She loved beautiful clothes and...

Oct 25, 2026

William Fiaccone was born on June 11, 1947, to parents of Hubert and Doris Fiaccone in Harrisonburg, Va. He earned a second bachelor’s degree in nursing and fulfilled his passion caring for those around him. He was kind, and most of all generous. He was an avid OU football fan and could get riled up watching OU women’s softball games....

Oct 20, 2026

Ruby Kate (Hayes) Price went home to her heavenly Father on Oct. 20, 2026, at the age of 101. She was born on Sept. 14, 1925, to Lola Mae and William Ernest Hayes in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. She graduated from Pauls Valley High School in 1943. After moving with her family to Oklahoma City, Ruby began working in retail.

She married...

Oct 19, 2026

Mary Ann Talley, 86, of Oklahoma City, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday October 19, 2026.

Mary was born on November 5, 1939 in Blanchard, Oklahoma to Hester Nance and Vida (Burns) Nance. Mary graduated from Capitol Hill High School in 1957.

She was married that same year to Truman L. Talley. They were married almost...

Oct 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of John William Haslett

September 12, 1951 – October 18, 2026

John William Haslett, beloved husband, passed away on October 18, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the age of 75.

John was preceded in death by his mother, Florence Alpha Gilbertson, and his father, William Matthew Haslett. John was an only child and grew up in north Oklahoma City,...

Oct 17, 2026

Yukiko Hara Oakley, 91, of Oklahoma City passed away in her home on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, surrounded by her family, who can’t imagine life without her. Yuki, as she was referred to by all who loved her, was often described as “kind,” “sweet” and “giving.” She was all of those things, but she was also strong and resilient, traits...

Oct 15, 2026

Oct 10, 2026

William Edward “Bill” Howard, age 94, passed away October 10, 2026 in Oklahoma City. Bill was the son of Judge Alexander Travis Howard and Cecile Morrissette Howard of Mobile, Alabama. He attended Southwestern at Memphis before serving in the US Army during the Korean War. During his service he graduated from Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning Georgia. After his...

Oct 6, 2026

Betty June Johnson went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 6, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born the daughter of Raymond and Bertha (Crenshaw) Taylor on March 2, 1935, in Troy, Oklahoma. Betty grew up attending Mill Creek public school system, graduating from Mill Creek High School. After graduation, she continued her education at...

Oct 5, 2026

Beverly Ann Morgan, age 83, left this world a little less sparkly on October 5, 2026. Her star first shined bright when born November 3, 1942, in Sedalia, Missouri. Raised in Cashion, Oklahoma in a loving home by parents, Letha Ellen (Vanderpool) and Lawrence Blehm. After high school, she married her high school sweetheart, Marvin Triplett. They were married for...

Oct 4, 2026

Gracias por estos 55 anos de felicidad que compartimos juntos y por todo el amor que me diste. Dejas un vacío enorme en nuestros corazones que nadie podra llenar. Me quedo con todos nuestros recuerdos y con la vida que construimos juntos. Se que algun dia nos volveremos a encontrar en otra vida. Hasta entonces, siempre viviras en mi corazón....

Oct 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jesse Peter “J.P.” Brehm

Jesse Peter “J.P.” Brehm was born on December 12, 1943, in Clinton, Oklahoma, to John and Nellie Brehm. On Saturday, October 3, 2026, J.P. passed away in Oklahoma City at the age of 82, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who loved him deeply.

J.P. was a proud Clinton, Oklahoma, boy...

Oct 2, 2026

Deborah “Debbie” Kay (Crout) Costigan went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 2, 2026.

Debbie was born on August 6, 1952, in Watonga, Oklahoma, to Robert “Bob” L. Crout Jr. and Wanda Laie (Hayes) Crout. She was raised in Watonga and graduated from Watonga High School in 1970.

On May 18, 1974, Debbie married the love of...

Sep 30, 2026

With heavy hearts we announce the death of Tederick Lee’kel Wiley. TJ passed away September 30th at 8:42 PM peacefully surrounded by his wife and loved ones after a courageous fight with epithelial sarcoma, a rare and aggressive type of cancer. TJ was born April 3rd, 2008, in Oklahoma City to Michelle Tucker and Tederick Wiley. He grew up around...

Sep 29, 2026

Thomas M. Welchel, 89, of Oklahoma City, passed peacefully from this life into the presence of his Savior on September 29, 2026. He leaves behind a family who loves him dearly, countless friends, and probably more than a few people who received advice from him that began with, “I’ll tell ya what you need to do…”

He was born and raised...