All Obituaries

Doris Coleman was born June 10, 1934, in Mt. Herman, OK., to Lester and Trula (Stout) Shipman. She passed away Dec. 6, 2021, at her home. She married Homer L. Coleman on May 31, 1953. They were true soulmates and best friends, whether they were building a shop, planting a garden, working on an antique car or road-tripping across the country, they were companions in all things, together to the end. Doris began her teaching career at Glover School, then moved to Eagletown. She taught for...

Bradley Joseph Lappin passed from this life Friday, December 3, 2021 at the age of 34. He was born January 19, 1987 to parents, Dale Lappin and Melissa White. He loved to hunt and fish. He cherished spending time with his children and extended family. He was known for his big heart and smile that would light up the room. He will be dearly missed by all that was privileged to know him. He is preceded in death by his son, Cobi Lappin; brother, Dylan Rowan; grandpa, Lester White, grandmother,...

Arnold Curtis Hollingsworth was born on August 2, 1948 in Prineville, OR to Melvin and Glendora Hollingsworth. He passed away December 2, 2021 at McCurtain Memorial Hospital in Idabel, OK surrounded by his family. Arnold loved going to family reunions and visiting with friends. He was a faithful member of Lukfata Baptist Church if he was able to attend. He was a 1969 graduate of Broken Bow High School and lived most of his life in Arkansas and Oklahoma. He worked for Pilgrims Pride for...

Jerry Edward Baker, age 81, of Holly Creek, passed away from this life, Thursday December 2, 2021. He was born May 13, 1940, in Holly Creek, OK to Emerson and Ethel (Osborn) Baker. Jerry was a welder and worked in construction. He enjoyed bull riding, fishing, and hunting. He loved his family and spending time with his kids and grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jerry was married to the love of his life Patsy for 61 years. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his infant son...

James D Litchford, Sr. age 78 of Eagletown peacefully passed away in Tulsa, OK on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Jim was born on October 24, 1943, in Eagletown, OK to the late Jesse James (Mack) and Prudence (Davis) Litchford. Jim was a 1961 graduate of Eagletown High School. After graduating he joined the Navy. In 1963 he began his family with Harwanna Wylie with the birth of their daughter, Faith. In July of 1967 they had their first son, Donny Litchford and a year later James Litchford...

Christine A. Kesterson, age 86, of Broken Bow, passed from this life on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at her home. She was born on November 25, 1934, in Ravia, OK to parents Warren and Emma (Hamm) Armstrong. Christine loved spending time with her family. Her hobbies were sewing, fishing and (shoe) shopping. She enjoyed traveling and loved Yellowstone National Park. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Kesterson and daughter, Donna Carter. Christine leaves to cherish her memory...

Brian Neal Routh, 51, of Broken Bow, passed from this life on Sunday, November 21, 2021, in McAlester, OK. He was born on July 29, 1970, in Hugo, Oklahoma to Neal and Betty (Harris) Routh. Brian proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed working as a truck driver for Tyson. His hobbies included cooking and hunting. His passion was spending time with family and his grandchildren. Brian will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Faye Routh;...

John L. Webb, age 81, of Broken Bow, passed from this life on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on February 10, 1940, in Hochatown, Oklahoma to the late Luther Rastus Webb and Bertha Isabel (Fish) Webb. John proudly served our country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed working as a truck driver throughout his life. His hobbies included old cars and he was constantly working on stuff. John was well known for being a comedian and he had a large...

Rodney McKay of Dequeen, AR passed away Sunday November 14, 2021, at the age of fifty-five. He was born November 20,1966 in Antlers, OK to Floyd and Barbara McKay. Rodney loved spending time outdoors in nature. He spent time fishing, hiking, and taking long walks. He enjoyed gardening and making things grow. He especially loved his dog Sylow and was a good brother to his siblings. He was employed with Walmart and became acquainted with so many people during that time. He will be dearly...

Roger Dwane Doner, age 58, of Broken Bow, passed from this life on Friday, November 12,2021. He was born September 28, 1963, to Glenn and Wilma Doner in Aurora, IL. Dwane had a passion for music. He enjoyed listening to music, writing songs, and loved to play the guitar. He also had a love for old cars and hot rods. One of his greatest joys was his stepchildren, they were a big part of his life. He was preceded in death by his spouse, Candi Garrett Doner; his parents; and his sister, Karen...