OBITUARIES

Aug 31, 2024

John Rodney Barrett was born on January 8, 1933 in Monitor, Oregon to Ed and Alma Barrett. He was known by most as "Rod" and by the nephews "Uncle Roddy".

Rod grew up developing a variety of talents and skills such as riding bulls, flying planes, welding, ham radio operation, and lumberjack. He also had a love...

Aug 27, 2024

Oather C. Johnson, 93, affectionately known as "O.C.", transitioned from this earth on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at his home in Kansas City, KS. He was born on July 11, 1931 in Idabel, Oklahoma to Arthur C. (Charlie) and Annie (Wilson) Johnson.

O.C. grew up in Idabel, OK where he attended school at Oak Grove School through...

Jul 13, 2024

On July 13, 2024, Henry W. Boyd completed his earthly journey. He peacefully passed from time to eternity at Hill Nursing Home in Idabel, Oklahoma.

Henry was born on September 30, 1940, in Haworth. Oklahoma. He is the youngest of six children born to Elbert and Annie Mae Boyd. He was passionately called "Dub" by those who...

Jun 29, 2024

Lester L. Litsey, 79, of Ft. Towson, OK, died June 29th, 2024, at Paris Regional Hospital in Paris, TX. He was born to Anne Kupka-Litsey and Orville Henry on November 23rd, 1945.

He worked as a mechanic and retired from his own company LLL Auto Service.

Lester married Mildred Litsey and is survived by her,...

May 27, 2024

Cremated

Apr 28, 2024

Lela M. Wells was born March 18th, 1938, in Avery Texas to Grover and Maggie Northcutt. She lived in Clarksville, Texas but passed away at the Stillhouse Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Paris, Texas.

Lela lived and spent time in three states, Avery Texas, Idabel, OK., and Clarksville Texas.

She dedicated her life and symbolized...

Apr 23, 2024

By the grace of God, Royce Lynn Bible, the youngest of three boys, was born to Willie and Clara Bible on September 5, 1958, in Idabel, Oklahoma.  He departed this life on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

Affectionately known as "Doobie", he graduated from Idabel Gray High School where he was Vice-president of the Senior Class of 1976.  ...

Apr 21, 2024

Charlesetta Faye Beard was called home on Sunday, April 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born February 2, 1957, in Idabel, Oklahoma to the late Carvin Sr. and Mary Beard.

Charlesetta accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. Logan at Maple Springs Baptist Church. She rededicated her life to Christ...

Apr 19, 2024

God granted us an Angel by the n of Jream Shedeur Burris on February 8th, 2024, to his mother Kenyatta Burris. He passed away at McCurtain Memorial Hospital on April 19th, 2024.

He leaves to cherish his memory his mother Kenyatta Burris of the home, 3 brothers; Kamarion, Miking, and Legend of Idabel, 1 sister; Truu, grandmother...

Apr 15, 2024

Betty Jean Dixon passed away from this life on April 15, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.  Betty was born September 5, 1969, in Idabel, OK.

She was the 2nd oldest daughter of Willie and Tissie Pondexter.  She joined the Church of Christ at a young age. Betty was a caring, loving queen who always put everyone...

Apr 6, 2024

Burl Allen Peveto, Jr. (1941-2024)

People always say treat your body like a temple. I say it's an amusement park, so enjoy the ride. — Burl A. Peveto, Jr.

Burl Allen Peveto, Jr., a resident of Idabel, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on April 6th, 2024, at the home of his dear friend and beloved caregiver,...

Mar 31, 2024

Billy was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 22, 1959, to William C. Helms, Sr. and Alice Helms.  He passed away at his home in Idabel on March 31, 2024.

Bill was of the Protestant faith and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, holding season tickets for many years.  He worked as a grocery store manager for...

Mar 16, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ken Nuckols, who departed this life on March 16, 2024, at the age of 89 in Idabel Oklahoma. Although he was born an Oklahoma native in Hennessey on June 16, 1934, he never settled in the state. Ken's life was marked by numerous achievements including service to...

Mar 11, 2024

Marquetta Yevett Hearn Veasley was born September 23, 1972, in Idabel, Oklahoma to Frances Ruth Woodard Hearn and the Late Wilbert Murel Hearn.

Mrs. Veasley received her education in several school districts:  Valliant School District - Valliant, OK; Troutdale School District - Troutdale, OR and Marshall ISD - Marshall, TX.

Marquetta was baptized by Moderator...

Mar 2, 2024

On March 2, 2024, at 12:15 a.m. the heavens received another angel.

Bobbie Sue Bedford was born June 27, 1961, to the late Katherine Mae

Bedford and the late Douglas Earl Bee in Idabel, Oklahoma.

Bobbie attended church at Spring Hill Baptist Church in Idabel,Ok. She was

a graduate of Idabel...

Feb 26, 2024

Tarlon was born December 22, 1973, in Tom Ok to Earnie v. Baker and Eugene Deloney of Tom, Ok: He departed this life the early morning of February 26, 2024 in Oklahoma City.

Fish is preceded in death by his Mother Tunnie his father and Son. Grandmother Eliza French and Grandfather Jerry Baker.

In February...

Feb 17, 2024

On August 26, 1948, a beautiful baby girl named Janie Ann was born to Dee and Myrtle Briscoe at Bromide Oklahoma.

She met Earl Cathey, and he was smart enough not to let her get away. Earl and Janie began their married life together on October 3, 1967.

Janie was a wonderful mother to her...

Jan 31, 2024

Cremated

Jan 18, 2024

Deacon Willis C. Hunter was called home Thursday January 18, at McCurtain Memorial Hospital. He was born December 26, 1953, Tom, Oklahoma to the late John Ive Hunter Sr. and Stella Mae Burris Hunter. Willis, known as Sam by all his friends and family was member of First Baptist Church Westside, Idabel.

Willis accepted Christ at an...

Jan 18, 2024

Mildred Piggee was born March 4, 1929 in Ben Lomond, Arkansas. Mildred was the fourth and youngest daughter of Harry and Ella (Smith) Piggee. The family soon moved to Idabel, OK where Mildred attended Slater Elementary and Booker T. Washington School. Mildred confessed Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and was a faithful member of Rose...