Obituaries

John Francis DeGarimore

John Francis DeGarimore

May 22, 2025

Services are pending at this time.

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...

Beatrice Estella Cribbet

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Edward Lawrence Hayhurst

Edward Lawrence Hayhurst

Apr 17, 2025

Edward Lawrence Hayhurst, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, in his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born on July 7, 1960, in Tulsa to Lawrence and Carol Jean (Jones) Hayhurst, where he also grew up and received his education, culminating in his graduation from Washington High School in 1978.

Edward dedicated his...

Ronald Lee Miller

Ronald Lee Miller

Apr 17, 2025

Ronald Lee Miller, born on August 29, 1947, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Paul and Viola (Kline) Miller, departed this life peacefully on April 17, 2025. He was a beloved son, brother, and father, whose presence brought joy and laughter to those around him.

Growing up in Skiatook, Ronald received his education and graduated in 1965. His youthful spirit and determination laid...

Barbara Jean Hayhurst

Barbara Jean Hayhurst

Apr 16, 2025

Barbara Jean Hayhurst, cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on December 25, 1937, in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of William and Ethelee Jones. Barbara grew up in a loving home and graduated from Rogers High School in Tulsa in 1956.

On December 22, 1956, Barbara married Jessie Hayhurst in...

Robert Breuning

Robert Breuning

Apr 13, 2025

Robert “Bob” Breuning, a respected corporate finance attorney, passed away on April 13, 2025, in Skiatook, Oklahoma, at the age of 85. Born on June 22, 1939, in St. Louis, Missouri, Bob lived a life marked by dedication to both his profession and family.

A diligent learner, Bob graduated from Christian Brothers College High School in St. Louis. He then went...

Jacqueline Throckmorton

Jacqueline Throckmorton

Apr 12, 2025

Services are pending at this time.

Jacqueline Joyce Throckmorton, a beloved member of the community and a treasured matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on January 13, 1929, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Ray and Ora (Watkins) Fusselman, Jacqueline lived a life filled with love, dedication, and passion.

Jackie, as she was affectionately known, grew up in...

Tommy Lee Teltow Jr.

Tommy Lee Teltow Jr.

Apr 10, 2025

It is with much grief that we announce the passing of Tommy Lee “Bud” Teltow Jr, 57, of Claremore, OK. He passed away peacefully on April 10th, 2025, in Tulsa, OK. 

Tom was born on January 30th, 1968 in Clovis, CA to Tommy Sr and Linda McGraw Teltow.Known for his huge and caring heart, Tom found joy in helping his family...

Mikel James Hoffman

Mikel James Hoffman

Apr 8, 2025

Mikel James Hoffman, born on August 9, 1943, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Skiatook, Oklahoma. He lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by many.

Mike grew up in Skiatook, where he received his education, graduating with the Class of 1961. He then continued his...

June Morgan Lewis

June Morgan Lewis

Apr 7, 2025

June Morgan Lewis, born on October 25, 1942, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Clifford Leroy and Mabel Fern (Hinshaw) Morgan, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, in Reno, Nevada. A revered figure among her family and friends, June's life was characterized by her steadfast dedication to her career, her adventurous spirit, and the deep love she shared with those closest...

Barbara Ann Pollard

Barbara Ann Pollard

Apr 3, 2025

Barbara Ann Pollard of Skiatook, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the age of 75. She was born on Wednesday, January 11, 1950 to Arnold Carpenter and Rosabelle Kelley in Oxnard, California. Barbara grew up in California and met the love of her life there, she married Ronnie Pollard on Friday, July 30, 1965 in St. George,...