All Obituaries

Kenneth Edward Johnson, affectionately known to many as "PaPa," went home to be with Jesus on October 8, 2021, where he was reunited with many of his loved ones in heaven. Born in Dutch Mills, Arkansas on September 10, 1924 to Jake and Kate Johnson, at 97, Kenneth was the last of their nine children to pass away. He loved the hills, trees, hollers and bluffs along the Baron Fork Creek where he grew up. In his last days, even with severe dementia, he would often ask, "How are...

Robert Dee Phillips was born on September 15, 1949, to Edward and Lilly Phillips in Fullerton, California. He has 5 siblings, Betty Spangler of Pollack Pines California, Danny Phillips of Grand Rapids Michigan, Elaine Phillips of Laton California, Opal Leasure of Madera California, and Cliff Johnson of Danville Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his father Edward Phillips, his mother Lilly Phillips and his sister Betty Spangler. Robert had 5 children Tonja, Rebecca, and Zach of New York...

Robert Young was born August 4, 1944 in Stilwell, Oklahoma to William Young and Mary Waters. He passed away October 4, 2021 at 77 years of age. Robert was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was very proud of his service in the Army. After returning home he attended Northeastern State University and started in the profession of law enforcement and security for many years. He married Coweta Ketcher in 1980 and together they enjoyed a life of laughter, love, and caring for their sons, family,...

William Charley Teehee was born on August 25, 1981 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma at Hastings Hospital to Allene and the late Roy Lee Teehee. William passed away on October 2, 2021 in Stilwell, Oklahoma at the age of 40 years,1 month and 7 days. William was a construction worker and a member of Salem Baptist Church. He loved to hunt and fish every chance he got. William also enjoyed sharing his love for his Lord and Savior Jesus. He spent many summers devoting his time being a part of the On...

Francis "Bugs" Marion Hensley, lifelong resident and Former Fire Chief of Mid-County Fire Department passed away at his home on Saturday October 2, 2021, with his family by his side. Bugs was born the son of Frank and Josie (Fields) Hensley on March 28, 1944 in Stilwell He married Florine Morris on March 12, 1966 and to this union was born two children Thomas Hill and Kimberly Gayle. Bugs enjoyed life and was a hardworking man. When he was younger he did his service in The United States...

Our beloved sister in Christ was carried into the arms of our Lord, on the evening of September 29, 2021. Ann was born on December 7, 1944, in Tahlequah, OK the daughter of Mitchell and Lillie (Nofire) Duck. Ann was raised in Stilwell, Oklahoma where she attended Stilwell High School. It was there that she demonstrated her physical prowess and agility upon the basketball court. She was also chosen as a Princess on the Homecoming Court her senior year. Ann was full blood Cherokee and very...

Terry Gene Pitts 58 passed peacefully on September 25, 2021, at his home in Broken Arrow He was born July 17, 1963 in Oklahoma City, to Bill and Cletha Pitts. Terry was a lover of all sports, especially the Minnesota Vikings, a true diehard fan regardless of their record, with his dog Cheech by his side. Terry had a kind heart and was loved by everyone. He will be missed tremendously by everyone who knew him. He was of Baptist faith. Terry attended Keys Elementary, Tahlequah High School and...

Sam Joe Johnson, son of Charley Johnson and Geneva (Still) Johnson, was born August 3, 1949 in Stilwell, Oklahoma and passed from this life on September 6, 2021 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at the age of 72 years, 1 month and 3 days. Sam attended Zion Grade School and Stilwell High School. After graduation, he continued his education; completing several college courses. He was then called to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge upon completion of his tour of...

Terry Bowers of Muldrow, Oklahoma passed away on Sep 2, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Wade Kester of Stilwell, Oklahoma passed away on September 1, 2021, at W.W. Cherokee Nation Hastings Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma at the age of 35. Wade was born on August 8, 1986, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma the son of Delbert Kester and Cyndi Kay Green.Wade never met a stranger and because of his love for others, he dedicated his life to helping those in need and putting a smile on their face. He could teach us all how to forgive and value priceless things in life rather than...