SANDRA (WEAVER) COLLEDGE – age 81 of Tulsa, OK. RN and Ordained Minister. Died Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 in Tulsa, OK. No services planned.
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Obituary - Juana Martinez Feb 13, 1966 - Dec 29, 2020
Juana Martinez
Feb 13, 1966 - Dec 29, 2020No obituary found for this tribute.
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Obituary - Tecumseh Roosevelt Tiger Nov 15, 1936 - Dec 26, 2020
Tecumseh Roosevelt Tiger
Nov 15, 1936 - Dec 26, 2020...
Tecumseh Roosevelt Tiger, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2020 at the Cherokee County Nursing Center. He was known to friends and family as “Sonny”. He was born November 15, 1936, in Claremore, Oklahoma, the third of five children to Icle Muriel Henry and Amos Tiger.
Sonny graduated from Wyandotte High School, Kansas City, Kansas, in 1954. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the USS Hopewell as a sonarman. After his discharge he worked in the Kansas City area. He married Evelyn Wilson. He and Evie had three children, Michael David, Joseph Allen and Naomi Suzanne.
He moved to Oklahoma where he worked as a baker for the Reasors Stores for many years before he retired. Sonny enjoyed fishing and playing the slot machines at the casino.
Sonny was preceded I death by his son Mike, his parents and stepfather, his older brother and two sisters.
He is survived by his son Joe and wife Carmen; granddaughter, Christina; daughter, Naomi and grandchildren, Jason, Steve and Chris; and sister, Phyllis (Susie) Sanders.
Funeral services for Tecumseh Roosevelt Tiger are 10:00 am, January 7, 2021 at Fort Gibson National Cemetery under the care of Green Country Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to your local food bank.
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Obituary - Donna Carol Tavener Apr 13, 1949 - Dec 25, 2020
Donna Carol Tavener
Apr 13, 1949 - Dec 25, 2020Donna Carol Tavener was born April 13, 1949 in Ithaca, New York to George and Shirley Allhusen. She was raised in Cayuga, New York where she and her husband, Paul Tavener, grew up. They married July 1, 1972 and embarked on a life of ministry together.
Donna graduated from Cayuga Community Collage with an Associates Degree.
She went on the graduate from Bloomburg University with a Bachelors of Arts in Business Education. Donna taught at Mynderse Academy High School in Seneca Falls, New York for 2 years.
After marriage when Paul began his ministry at Bible Baptist Church in Syosset, New York she was the perfect helpmate. She served as Church Secretary for many years in Oceanport, New Jersey when Paul was pastor at Calvary Baptist Church. Donna played the organ and piano, sang and was involved with various children’s ministries. Wherever there was a ministry need, Donna was happy to help. When Paul and Donna moved to Oklahoma in 1997, she jumped in to help with the music ministry of the Go Ye Village Chapel. Donna treasured the relationships she made with the folks at Go ye Village over the years.
Donna retired from her job as a Child Nutrition Secretary for Tahlequah Public Schools in 2016 after 19 years. She was awarded the Support Employee of the year 2012/2013. Donna enjoyed being recognized as the “Lunch Lady” when children saw her around town.
Donna and Paul were blessed with three children. Philip Tavener, his wife Susana and children (Skylar, Briana and Scott) live in Long Branch, New Jersey. Their daughter, Melissa Shaw, her husband Bob and children (Robbie, Emma, Hannah and Zachary) live in Hulbert, Oklahoma. Their youngest daughter, Lindsey Rhoads, her husband Jason and children (Ava, Alexis, and Addison) live in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
Donna is preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Allhusen. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband Paul of 48 years, her 3 children and 10 grandchildren. Donna will be greatly missed by her father George Allhusen; her sister, Sharon Cummings; her sister, Christine Chalupnicki; and her brother Gary Allhusen and their families. Numerous members of her extended family and friends will treasure her memory as well.
Donna left this life on Christmas Day, December 25, 2020 at the age of 71 after a month long hospital stay. We rejoice that she is celebrating in heaven with her Lord, whom she dearly loved. We look forward to seeing her again in glory some day.
The family requests that any memorial funds be donated to Christ For Me, Inc 1694 Graham Avenue Tahlequah, OK 74464
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Obituary - Shawn Dee Speaks Aug 25, 1967 - Dec 26, 2020
Shawn Dee Speaks
Aug 25, 1967 - Dec 26, 2020No obituary found for this tribute.
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Obituary - Inez Glory Jul 2, 1929 - Dec 27, 2020
Inez Glory
Jul 2, 1929 - Dec 27, 2020No obituary found for this tribute.
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CHARLES FELD – age 83. Died Sunday, December 13, 2020 in Chillicothe, OH. Services Pending
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Obituary - MICHAEL MEDLOCK – age 54
MICHAEL MEDLOCK – age 54. Died Monday, December 28, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending
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Obituary - JIMMIE SEQUICHIE – age 83
JIMMIE SEQUICHIE – age 83 of Ft. Gibson, OK. Died Tuesday, December 15th, 2020 in Tulsa, OK. Funeral Services 12:00pm Monday, January 4, 2021 at Reed Culver Chapel.
Obituary - LUCILLE HINDS – age 88
LUCILLE HINDS – age 88 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Funeral service 2:00pm Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Reed Culver Chapel. Visitation will be 1:00pm until 5:00pm, Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Reed Culver Funeral Home.
Monday, December 28, 2020
Obituary - Rebecca May John Sep 11, 1957 - Dec 23, 2020
Rebecca May John
Sep 11, 1957 - Dec 23, 2020
Rebecca May John was born September 11, 1957. When she was one years old her parents placed her in the custody of the State of Oklahoma. She lived the early part of her life in an institution in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. In 1983m at the age of twenty-six she came to Tahlequah, Oklahoma to live at Oklahoma Production Center (OPC). Becky as she was affectionately called, loved OPC. There she was able to engage in many activities and form many friendships. Among the jobs Becky had were working on the Janitorial Crew (which didn’t last long due to her habit of collecting ink pens), working at Recycle and shredding papers in various offices at OPC.
Becky loved going shopping, going out to eat and dancing. Becky loved to dance! She was proud of her Native American heritage. She loved going to Pow Wow’s. Becky enjoyed all holidays except the Fourth of July, because of the loud noises the firecrackers made. She enjoyed playing baseball and fishing at the annual picnics that OPC had for a number of years. Becky loved to fish and had the trophies to prove it.
Becky never met a stranger at OPC, but her best friend was Amy. They were roommates at OPC most of the time. It was only when the structure had changed that they were no longer together. Becky had a dew male friends as well, but her favorite was Gordon Brown. Gordon lived at Gateway in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Gordon’s brother and sister-in-law would take Becky to Tulsa for the parties at Gordon’s group home. Becky and Gordon would also have coffee dates when he visited Tahlequah.
As Becky grew older, she developed Alzheimer’s and her participation in activities began to decline. She didn’t always recognize her guardian and she didn’t like doing activities she once enjoyed. On December 23, 2020 Becky passed away.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her guardian, Becky Baughman and a large number of friends. She loved many people and she was loved by many.
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Obituary - JUDY JENKINS – age 75
JUDY JENKINS – age 75 of Hulbert, OK. Died Saturday, December 26th, 2020 Hulbert, OK. Services Pending.
Obituary - FLOYD WAYNE SISSOM – age 61
FLOYD WAYNE SISSOM – age 61 of Hulbert, OK. Died Saturday, December 26th, 2020 Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending.
Obituary - JESSE WALTER MANER – age 76
JESSE WALTER MANER – age 76. Died Thursday, December 24th, 2020 in Leavenworth, KS. Services Pending.
Obituary - VADA G. LEEP – age 86
VADA G. LEEP – age 86 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Friday, December 25th, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending.
Obituary - RONNIE ELLISON – age 72
RONNIE ELLISON – age 72 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services pending.
Obituary - LUCILLE HINDS – age 88
LUCILLE HINDS – age 88 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending.
Obituary - NATHANIEL “EARL” HANDLE – age 70
NATHANIEL “EARL” HANDLE – age 70 of Tahlequah, OK. Auto Mechanic. Died Monday, December 21st, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Funeral Services Tuesday, December 29th, 2020 at 11:00am at Reed-Culver Chapel. Burial at Keener Cemetery in Lost City, OK.
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Obituary - NARCIE HOLCOMB – age 75
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NARCIE HOLCOMB – age 75 of Welling, OK. Caretaker. Died Thursday, December 10th, 2020 in Fayetteville, AR. Graveside Services Wednesday, December 16th, 2020 at 10:00am at Barber Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, December 15th, 2020 from 3:00pm until 6:00pm at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
Monday, November 23, 2020
Obituary - DR. STEWART “MIKE” CONDREN – age 78
DR. STEWART “MIKE” CONDREN – age 78
of Tahlequah, OK. Chemistry Professor. Died Saturday, November 21st, 2020 in Stilwell, OK. Services Pending.
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Obituary - PHYLLIS CLINTON – age 83
PHYLLIS CLINTON – age 83 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Saturday, November 21st, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending.
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Friday, November 20, 2020
Obituary- RONALD DEAN CAREY – age 64
RONALD DEAN CAREY – age 64 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Thursday, November 19th, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Services Pending.
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Obituary. - SEAN PATRICK ABBOTT – age 39
SEAN PATRICK ABBOTT – age 39
of Peggs, OK. Died Thursday, November 19th, 2020 in Peggs, OK. Services Pending.
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Obituary - Deborah Sue Sawney Oct 11, 1951 - Nov 19, 2020
Deborah Sue Sawney
Oct 11, 1951 - Nov 19, 2020No further details at this time
Obituary - Bob Gene Lankford Oct 11, 1934 - Nov 18, 2020
Bob Gene Lankford
Oct 11, 1934 - Nov 18, 2020Funeral services for Bobby Gene Lankford will be held at 2:00 pm, November 23, 2020, at the Green Country Funeral Home, 203 Ron Rice Avenue. Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Officiating will be Reverend Paul Starkey and Pastor Johnny Horn. Serving as pallbearers are Zack McCollum, Shane Lankford, Josh Spencer, Ryan Lankford, Austin Lankford, and Aaron McCollum. Honorary pallbearers are Christopher Lankford. Tyler Lankford, Braydon McCollum, Robbie Horn and James Lankford Jr.
Interment will follow at the Tahlequah City Cemetery in Tahlequah, Oklahoma under the care of Green Country Funeral Home. Viewing will be Sunday, November 22, 2020, from 1-6 pm at Green Country Funeral Home in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
James Bobby Gene “Bob” Lankford was born on October 11, 1934, in Seminole County, Sasakwa, Oklahoma, the son of James and Lucille Lankford. He passed from this life on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at the age of 86 years, 1 month, and 7 days.
Bob worked at Tahlequah Public Works Authority for 30 years prior to retirement. He was a Tahlequah Volunteer Fireman, a Cherokee County Reserve Deputy, and one of the previous owners of the Speckled Hen Antique Shop. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, playing the bass guitar, and listening to Gospel Music. He loved serving the Lord and was a faithful member of Faith Chapel Church.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, James and Lucille Lankford; sisters Nina Mae Lankford, Linda Lucille Lankford; and brothers Vernon Lankford, Kenneth Lankford, and Jack Lankford.
Survivors include wife Luella Lankford, sister Louise Kindred and husband Harry, son James Michael Lankford and wife Glenda, son Bobby Wayne Lankford and wife Ginger, daughter Carol Jean Horn and husband Johnny, son Gary David Lankford and wife Cindy, daughter Judy Lynne Starkey and husband Paul, and daughter Sherry Kay McCollum and husband Ben. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and numerous other family and friends.
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Obituary - Stanley Theodore Bielowicz Jun 16, 1944 - Nov 16, 2020
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Obituary - Terry Lee Thompson Jan 8, 1950 - Nov 16, 2020
Terry Lee Thompson
Jan 8, 1950 - Nov 16, 2020Terry Lee Thompson was born in Crestview, Florida on January 8, 1950 to John and Grace (Parsons) Thompson. He passed away in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on November 16, 2020 at the age of 70.
Terry worked in the Public Safety field as a Cherokee Nation Fire Dancer.
Viewing for Terry is Friday November 20, 2020 from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm at Green Country Funeral Home.
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Obituary - J’LEE NICOLE DRYWATER – age 1
J’LEE NICOLE DRYWATER – age 1 of Tahlequah, OK. Infant daughter of Alissa Gourd and Jimmy Drywater. Died Saturday, November 14th, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Funeral Services Thursday, November 19th, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Reed-Culver Chapel. Burial at Agent Cemetery in Moody, OK. Visitation Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 from 1:00pm until 6:00pm at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
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Obituary - JACKIE BILL PARKER – age 83
BILL PARKER – age 83 of Tahlequah, OK. Roofer. Died Sunday, November 15th, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Graveside ServicesSaturday, November 21st, 2020 at 11:00am at Pettit Cemetery in Park Hill, OK. Visitation Friday, November 20th, 2020 from 1:00pm until 6:00pm at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
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Obituary - JIMMIE GOWER – age 74
JIMMIE “JIM” RAY GOWER – age 74 of Park Hill, OK. County Commissioner. Died Saturday, November 14th, 2020 in Tahlequah, OK. Graveside services Friday, November 20th, 2020 at 2:00pm at McSpadden Falls Cemetery in Tahlequah, OK. Visitation Thursday, November 19th, 2020 from 1:00pm until 6:00pm at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
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Obituary- MARK TODD DOWNIG – age 52
MARK TODD DOWNIG – age 52 of Tahlequah, OK. Died Thursday, November 12th, 2020 in Broken Arrow, OK. Services Pending.
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Obituary -Buck Christie
BUCK CHRISTIE – age 85 of Hulbert, OK. Died Friday, November 13th, 2020 in Hulbert, OK. Services Pending.
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Obituary - Phillip Bluebird
PHILLIP BLUEBIRD – age 73 of Hulbert, OK. Housing Authority Worker. Died Saturday, November 14th, 2020 in Hulbert, OK. Funeral Services Friday November 20th, 2020 at 10:00am at Reed-Culver Chapel. Burial at Towie Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, November 18th, 2020 from 1:00pm until 7:00pm at Reed-Culver Funeral Home.
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Obituary-Donn Frank Baker Oct 3, 1949 - Nov 12, 2020
Donn Frank Baker
Oct 3, 1949 - Nov 12, 2020
Donn F. Baker, age 71, died Thursday, November 12, 2020. Donn was born on October 3, 1949, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and was the middle son of Drs. Tim and Isabel Baker, who are both deceased. Donn lived most of his life in Tahlequah except for a few years when his parents taught school in Shidler and Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Donn attended Sequoyah Elementary, Tahlequah Junior High, and graduated from Tahlequah High School in 1968. After graduating from high school, Donn attended and graduated from Northeastern State University. While intern teaching at Tahlequah High School, he met the love of his life and best friend, Sharon Greenhaw. Donn and Sharon were married December 19, 1971, and are the proud parents of Sherri K Cometti and Jeff Baker. Upon graduation from NSU, Donn coached and taught school at Hulbert High School before entering law school. Donn was admitted to the bar to practice law in 1980 after graduating from Oklahoma City School of Law. Donn started his career as an Assistant District Attorney for the District Attorney, John Russell, in Tahlequah. Donn was recruited by Gary Richardson in 1982 to join his staff as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Oklahoma. Donn’s ability as an outstanding trial lawyer surfaced early in his career. He tried many Federal jury trials and was appointed by President Ronald Reagan as the United States Attorney. He served in the U.S. Attorney’s Criminal Division from 1982 – 1985 before electing to go into private practice in Tahlequah, where he has practiced law for over 35 years. In addition to his private practice, Donn taught law classes at Northeastern State University, and he served as the City of Tahlequah Judge for 35 years. Donn was a highly successful Criminal Trial Attorney and received many awards. He was a charter member of Best Attorney in America, Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney, held an AV rating, which is given to only those attorneys with the highest legal ability and highest ethical standards. Donn was recently recognized and inducted as a fellow into the American College of Trial Lawyers; an honor earned only by those unquestionably and eminently qualified as one of the state’s most outstanding attorneys.
Donn and Sharon are long time members of the Church of Christ in Tahlequah. Donn loved to play golf with his son Jeff and grandson JJ and loved watching his grandkids participate in rodeo events, and grandson Cade play baseball and football. Donn was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved and enjoyed helping his family with his time and attention. Donn could tell the best stories and was quickly able to make people laugh.
Donn is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Sharon Greenhaw Baker, One son, Jeffrey Donn Baker, and wife Julie, one daughter, Sherri K. Cometti, and husband, Chad. Grandkids JJ and his wife Marti, Jacie Baker, Hannah Baker, Justi Baker, and Cade Cometti. Great grandkids, Olivia Baker and Parsly Baker. Two brothers Bill John and wife Sherry and Tim K. and wife Diana and a host of nephews, nieces, and many, many friends.
The funeral will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday the 16th of November at the South College Church of Christ. Come and go visitation will be Saturday November 14, 2020 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Family and friends may visit on Sunday, November 15, at Green Country Funeral Home between 1:00 pm and 6:00.
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