Karen Sue Clifton
Jun 8, 2025
Karen Sue Clifton, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on June 8, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a place she held dear throughout her life. Born to Charlie and Norma (Davis) Puckett, on July 26, 1959, in Tulsa, she spent her formative years in Sperry, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Sperry High School in 1977. Following her high school...

Deborah "Debbie" Kay Grace
Jun 5, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" Kay Grace, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born to Eugene Clinton and Erma Jean (Wiggins) Hall, on January 30, 1957, in Tulsa, Debbie grew up in Owasso, Oklahoma, where she received her education and graduated from Owasso High School in 1975.
Debbie dedicated 24 years of her...
Judy Darlene Nelson
Jun 4, 2025
Judy Darlene Nelson, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 4, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on May 31, 1957, to Clarence Samuel and Stella Elizabeth (Teague) Barnes in Tulsa, she spent her formative years in the city, receiving her education and graduating from Webster High School in 1975.
Judy dedicated much of her professional life to...
Diana Irene Talbott
Jun 2, 2025
Diana Irene Talbott, affectionately known as Ann, was born on January 20, 1958, in Vinita, Oklahoma to Bill and Wilma (Parnell) Reed. She grew up in Vinita and continued to make her mark in the world through her career in home health care, as well as her joyful spirit while working as a waitress for Cracker Barrel and Moms Restaurant.
Throughout...
Janice Renee Whalen
Jun 1, 2025
Janice Renee Whalen, born on July 7, 1959, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Alfred Monrow and Marie Elizabeth (Martin) Queen, passed away on June 1, 2025, in her hometown. She lived a life full of dedication, adventure, and joy, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience.
Janice proudly served as military police for the North Tulsa Air National Guard for 33...
Elizabeth PollyAnn Patterson
May 31, 2025
Family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Vian Creek Baptist Church. Donations can be made to Armstong Bank in Vian to the Vian Creek Baptist Church account.
Polly Ann (Alexander) Patterson, a cherished mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at her home in Skiatook, surrounded by her family.
Polly was born...
Betty Phillips
May 29, 2025
Betty Jean Phillips, born on August 20, 1941, to Leo and Ethal Salkil, in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, peacefully departed this life on May 29, 2025, in Jenks, Oklahoma. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Betty leaves behind a rich legacy that reflects her lifelong dedication to family, faith, and service.
Betty grew up in Barnsdall, Oklahoma, where she received her education...
Shirley Gertrude Crase
May 29, 2025
Shirley Gertrude Crase, born on May 29, 1943, in Kiowa, Oklahoma to Lige and Bernice (Worley) Talley, departed this world on her birthday, May 29, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to her family and community.
A cherished wife to her beloved husband David AD Crase, whom she married on November 17, 1959, they enjoyed...
Jeffrey Delray Jones
May 28, 2025
Jeffrey Delray Jones, known to many affectionately as Jeff, was born on July 16, 1965, in Inglewood, California to Charles David and Helen Louise (Scottsdale) Jones. He passed away on May 28, 2025, in Sperry, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy marked by his dedication to family, community, and the passions that defined his life.
As a proud graduate of Skiatook High...
John Francis DeGarimore
May 22, 2025
John Francis DeGarimore, age 84, of Vinita, Oklahoma, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 22, 2025, in Allen, Texas.
John was born on December 28, 1940, in Enid, Oklahoma, to Francis Harrison DeGarimore and Heloise Metoyer DeGarimore. He was raised in Vinita and graduated from Vinita Public Schools. He went on to attend Oklahoma State University,...
Beatrice Estella Cribbet
May 22, 2025
Beatrice Estella Cribbet, affectionately known as Bea or Nanny, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, in Collinsville, Oklahoma. Born on December 28, 1926, in Westfork, Arkansas, to Bill and Bertha Winn, Bea lived a life marked by devotion to her family, a strong work ethic, and a deep commitment to her community.
Bea spent 25 years working alongside her husband,...
Marvin Loyd Mitchell
May 20, 2025
Family request in lieu of flowers memorial donations be made to Sien-Shelton Funeral Home on the main page of the funeral home website go to resources, make a payment. The family thanks you for your love and support during this time.
Marvin Loyd Mitchell, born on September 15, 1949, in Perryton, Texas, to Clifford and Annie Mitchell, passed away on May...
Debbie Woodall
May 16, 2025
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Debbie Woodall, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on May 16, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the...
Patricia Ann LaReau
May 12, 2025
Patricia Ann LaReau, age 61, of Tulsa went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, May 12, 2025 in Tulsa.
Obituary and services are pending at this time.
James Wesley Reed Jr.
May 11, 2025
James “Jimmy” Wesley Reed Jr., born on March 24, 1949, in Matador, Texas to Evelyn Quontilla (Kimmel) and James Wesley Reed Sr., passed away on May 11, 2025, in Skiatook, Oklahoma, where he spent much of his life. While Jimmy was growing up he started his early education in West Texas and Missouri before making their home in Avant. Jimmy...
Jerry Lawson Wheeler
May 8, 2025
Family request in lieu of flowers to make memorial donations to the Sien-Shelton Funeral Home. You can go to the Resources Tab and select make a payment. The family expresses their sincere appreciation for your love and support during these unexpected times.
Jerry Lawson Wheeler, born on July 21, 1954, in Visi, Oklahoma to Verlon Ray and Delores Jean (Jones) Wheeler,...
Thomas Edward Switzner
May 7, 2025
The family has requested in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made through the funeral home website under the resources tab in the top righthand corner. The family wants to thank you for your love and support with unexpected death of Thomas Edward Switzner.
Thomas Edward Switzner, born on September 28, 1982, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Thomas E. and Lisa...
Richard Lee Ruhge
May 4, 2025
Richard Lee Ruhge, born on August 30, 1970, to Bill and Shirley Ruhge in Nebraska City, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was a dedicated horse racing trainer and jockey, a profession through which he shared his passion for horses and sport with many throughout his life.
Richard’s journey began in his hometown of Dumas,...
Bonnie Lou Williams
Apr 25, 2025
Bonnie Lou Williams, a beloved wife, sister, and friend, passed away on April 25, 2025, at the Ignite Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, at the age of 91. Born on September 6, 1933, in Avant, Oklahoma to Oral and Gertrude (Turnbull) Landis,
Bonnie's life was marked by her unwavering love for family and her dedication to her work and community. For...
John "Robert" Brown
Apr 18, 2025
John "Robert" Brown, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 85. Born on December 25, 1939, in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma to John Amos and Anna Pauline (Patterson) Brown, Robert lived a life filled with dedication, love, and cherished memories.
Robert grew up in Tulsa, where he received...