Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County
Amanda "Mandi" Richelle Haggard
Oct 26, 2025
Amanda Richelle (Ramsey) Haggard, affectionately known as Mandi, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at her home. Born on November 12, 1976, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, Mandi's vibrant spirit and dedication to her community left a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know her.
A proud graduate of Dale High School, Mandi furthered her education by earning an Associate of...
Emma Jane McAdams
Oct 20, 2025
Emma Jane McAdams, age 98, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025, in McLoud, Oklahoma.
Emma was born July 23, 1927, in McLoud, Oklahoma, a daughter of William and Viola (Knabe) Mankin. Emma was raised in the Shawnee and McLoud area. After high school, she married the father of her children Wesley N. Little. After his passing in 1954,...
Thomas S. Henry
Oct 19, 2025
Dr. Thomas S. Henry, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was 83 years old. Tom was born on December 22, 1941, in Hillsboro, Ohio to his parents, Harold L. Henry and Susan J. (Sams) Henry.
Tom was a podiatrist and a member of the Oklahoma Podiatric Medical Association (OKPMA). He loved being outdoors and was known...
Catherine Ann Adams
Oct 19, 2025
Catherine Ann Adams, 91, of Guthrie, Oklahoma, was born on March 1, 1934, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to John and Irene Dunn. She was the third of four girls.
Catherine grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma and graduated from Marquette High School. After high school she attended Oklahoma University for one year, then transferred to Oklahoma A&M, now known as Oklahoma State University,...
James Terral Mathews
Oct 16, 2025
Mathews, James "Jim" Terral, USN/USAFR (Ret.) age 86, long time Newalla resident, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 16, 2025, at his home.
Jim was born September 10, 1939 in Tulsa, OK to Elmo and Violet (Levereth) Mathews. He was raised in Tulsa and graduated from high school there. After high school, Jim joined the U.S. Navy and Air Force Reserves....
Berniece Testerman Lowder
Oct 16, 2025
Berniece Lowder, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was 96 years old. Berniece was born on January 10, 1929 in Panther, West Virginia to her parents, Troy and Belle Testerman. After graduating high school, Berniece attended McLain's Business College in Bluefield, WV and John Tyler Community College in Richmond, VA. She married. W. James Lowder...
Reginald Ashley
Oct 11, 2025
Reginald Ashley, affectionately known as "Rick," passed away on October 11, 2025, in his hometown of Shawnee, Oklahoma, at the age of 76. Born on May 18, 1949, Rick dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country and embracing the joys of family.
Rick began his career as an over-the-road trucker, continuing this path for 30 years following...
Gary Dale Walter
Oct 9, 2025
Gary Dale Walter, age 80, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on October 9, 2025.
Gary was born on November 1, 1944 to Bobbie J. Hill and Howard F. Walter in Malden, Missouri.
Gary was single at the time of his passing. Gary’s first wife, Bronwyn Sparks of Christchurch, New Zealand preceded him in death. Gary’s second wife, Nancy Betts, also preceded him...
Beverley Ann Henderson
Oct 8, 2025
Beverley was born on October 31, 1946, in Shawnee to Lyle and Freda Tinker and died on October 8, 2025, in Shawnee.
Beverley was a homemaker and enjoyed small DIY projects, cross-stitching, and traveling. Having met the love of her life, Beverley married James Henderson in Wayne County, Michigan, on June 14, 1984. They shared 26 years before James' death in...
LaRita Geraldine Batt
Oct 8, 2025
LaRita Geraldine Batt, affectionately known as Gerry, passed away on October 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born on April 2, 1932, Shawnee, Oklahoma, Gerry lived a life defined by her bold spirit and kindhearted nature.
Gerry dedicated many years to a successful career in retail, where her warm personality and genuine support made her...
Janet L. Hammons
Oct 6, 2025
Janet Louise Hammons, 79, of Tecumseh, Oklahoma, passed away on October 6, 2025. She was born July 2, 1946, in Exeter, California, to Stella and Dow Lee Carpenter.
She worked for over 20 years in accounting for Walmart and enjoyed traveling, camping, and seeing the fall foliage in Talihina.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Dolores Powell and Rita...
Mattox Aron Cole
Oct 3, 2025
Mattox Aron Cole was born on June 2, 2022. He was a bright light in our lives, teaching us more about courage, joy, and unconditional love than words could ever fully express. He faced each day with resilience, grace, and a smile that could light up the darkest room. Despite the obstacles life presented, Mattox found joy in the little...
Matthew Lee Schock
Oct 2, 2025
On October 2, 2025, the world lost a devoted son, brother, stepfather, and grandfather when Matthew Lee Schock, 55, passed away in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Matthew was born in Elgin, Illinois, to Martin and Donna Schock. From the start, he had a competitive spirit, and a big heart that made him impossible not to love. He built a career as a successful...
Paul William Simpson
Sep 22, 2025
Paul William Simpson passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, in Meeker, Oklahoma, at the age of 70. Paul was born on December 26, 1954, in Shawnee, to his parents, Bill and Dorothy Simpson.
Paul graduated from Shawnee High School in 1973. On January 14, 1978, Paul married Ruth Ann Fowler at the First Christian Church in Meeker. He served as...
Laura Jean Pennock
Sep 16, 2025
Laura Jean Pennock, a beloved member of her community and cherished family matriarch, passed away on September 16, 2025, just shy of her 68th birthday. Born on October 7, 1957, in Pawnee, Oklahoma to William and Genevive (Meeks) Pennock. Laura was named in honor of her great aunt, Laura (Manatowa) Carter. She was a member of the Sac and Fox...
Michael Beau Lawson
Sep 16, 2025
Mike was born in Shawnee, OK, January 22, 1944, to Robert Ezra Lawson and Theresa Vashti Goodson Lawson.
Much of his early childhood was spent in small towns in northeastern and western Oklahoma where his parents taught school.
In 1956 Mike and his mother returned to Shawnee where he completed his primary and secondary education. Mike graduated from Shawnee High School in...
Jewel Dean Jones
Sep 10, 2025
Jewel Jones was born to Leora Green Webber and William Webber on July 5, 1931, in Hotulka, Oklahoma.
She grew up in Hotulka, Oklahoma, and attended school there and in Shawnee, Oklahoma at Dunbar High School.
She married Calvin Jones III in Shawnee on Oct 27, 1947. From this union four children were born: Calvin Jones IV, Loretta Jones Maxie, Bobby Ray...
Miyoko Strong
Sep 7, 2025
Miyoko Strong, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025. She was 92 years old. Miyoko was born on April 6, 1933 in Gauji, Japan. She married Robert Lee Strong in Tokyo, Japan on November 4, 1952.
Miyoko was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church. She loved caring for children and volunteered much of her time at the...
Ann Nicely
Sep 3, 2025
Elva “Ann” Nicely, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. She was 92 years old. Ann was born on May 25, 1933 in Sweet Water, Oklahoma to her parents, Tommy and Maggie Cole.
Ann married Merel E. "Buddy" Nicely on April 23, 1953 in Van Buren, Arkansas. The couple lived in Shawnee before moving to Ark City, Kansas...
Josephine Leister
Sep 3, 2025
Josephine Bryce Leister passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth, strength, and quiet grace touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Josephine was preceded in death by her parents, Lavell and Carrie Pinkston; all twelve of her siblings; her first husband, Dorice Bryce; her second husband, Bill Leister;...
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