Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County
John Ralph Smiley Irelan
Aug 30, 2025
John Ralph Smiley Irelan, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Castle Rock, Colorado, cared for by his loving family. He lived a full life to 89 years old.
He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 8, 1935, the son of Ralph and Ruby Irelan. He grew up in Amarillo, Texas.
In his youth, Smiley was curious and active...
Lela Evelyn Rutledge-Clark
Aug 21, 2025
Lela Evelyn Rutledge-Clark passed away peacefully in her home August 21, 2025. Lela, also known as "Lee" or "Chubby", was a strong woman to the end as she battled lung cancer for a year and a half.
Lela was born on November 20, 1938, to Johnie William Estep and Izetta Caldonia Butler Estep. She was born at the Carter Grisso Camp...
Mavis Jean Lupton
Aug 19, 2025
Mavis Jean Lupton (Campbell) went to her heavenly reward on August 19, 2025. Mavis was born in Shawnee on November 6, 1928 to Marvin Royce and Myrtle Inez Campbell. She graduated from Shawnee High School in 1947 and that same year married the love of her life, George "Allen" Lupton. They raised four children.
In her youth, she was the track...
Meghan Kathleen Jackson
Aug 18, 2025
Meghan Kathleen McCormick Jackson, age 44, of Norman, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, in Oklahoma City.
She was born on Feb. 9, 1981 in Shawnee to Michael and Patricia (Gray) McCormick. She was raised in Shawnee, graduating from high school in 1999.
After high school, Meghan, following in her father's footsteps, pursued her passion for journalism at St. Gregory's College.
She...
Diane Loraine Lawerance
Aug 18, 2025
Diane Loraine Lawerance, age 73, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 in Shawnee.
Diane was born November 6, 1951 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, a daughter of Donald and Lola May Duvall. She attended Shawnee schools and married the love of her life, Billy Lawerance on May 30th, 1969. After living in New Hampshire for a short time while Billy...
Alta Leann Gleason
Aug 12, 2025
Alta Gleason peacefully passed away on August 12, 2025, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of faith and devotion to family.
Born on April 4, 1945, in St. Joseph, Missouri, Alta was the youngest daughter of Andrew and Eldora Ruark. She spent the majority of her adult life in Oklahoma City, where she dedicated herself to nurturing young minds as...
James "Jimmy" David Stephens
Aug 10, 2025
James David (Jimmy) Stephens, a resident of McAlester, OK died on August 10, 2025 at the age of 61 in Norman, OK after a hard fought health battle. Jimmy was born on March 24, 1964 in Denton at Flow Memorial Hospital. His parents were Joe Stephens and Judy Stephens. He married Kim Dorado on October 22, 2022 in McAlester, OK....
Alden Randall Rhodd Jr.
Aug 10, 2025
Alden Randall Rhodd, "Skush", age 66, of Stroud, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at his home. Alden was born July 7, 1959, in Pawnee, Oklahoma, a son of Alden and Laura Rhodd. He married the love of his life, Tereasa Clark, celebrating nearly 40 years of marriage before his passing.
Survivors include his wife Tereasa Ann of the...
David Leon Koehler
Aug 9, 2025
David Leon Koehler, 70, of Shawnee, peacefully passed away on August 9th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
David was born on February 6, 1955, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He was the middle of 3 children to Paul and Jessie Koehler. He obtained a degree in Criminal Justice and worked as the Director of Security at Saint Gregory’s University until his retirement....
Les Godwin
Aug 8, 2025
Leslie “Les” Godwin, 81, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, entered his Heavenly home on August 8, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in McLoud, Oklahoma, to Albert and Nellie Godwin, Les grew up with a strong work ethic, a generous heart, and a gift for bringing joy to those around him.
Les graduated from McLoud High School and built a...
Calvin Wayne Rowe Jr.
Aug 6, 2025
Calvin Wayne Rowe, Jr. entered this worldly stage on December 7, 1991, born to Minnie Rochelle Masquas and Calvin Wayne Rowe, Sr. His final denouement occurred on August 6, 2025. Calvin was raised with traditional Sac and Fox beliefs and customs although he was enrolled with the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma. His beloved grandma called him Kisko as did many...
Dwyn Kathryn Zaharis
Aug 5, 2025
Dwyn Kathryn Zaharis, 59, of Shawnee, passed away at home with her family on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025.
Dwyn was born on December 18th, 1965, in Havre de Grace, Maryland to Dr. John Zaharis and Tula Lenoir Zaharis. She loved taking care of animals and spending time in nature. Dwyn enjoyed finding new trails to explore with her dogs, cherished every...
John Earl Taylor
Aug 1, 2025
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of John (Cotton) Earl Taylor, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His life - a testament to dedication, love, and unwavering service - came to a peaceful close on Friday, August 1st.
John’s roots ran deep in the Oklahoma soil. Born September 25, 1930, during the Great Depression and the start of the...
Bobby A. Brown
Jul 26, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the departure of Bobby “Bob” Arnold Brown, who peacefully passed on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 83, in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Bobby was born to parents George and Macel Brown on April 17, 1942, in the family home on their farm just south of Geary, Oklahoma. He graduated from Geary...
Wilma Lucille Dyer
Jul 25, 2025
Wilma Lucille (McDowell) Dyer was born March 23, 1937, in Wetumka, OK. She departed this life on July 25th, 2025 at the age of 88.
Wilma, the youngest daughter of Thomas Ira and Lucinda Elizabeth (Rogers) McDowell, was a resident of Shawnee, OK, after spending a short time as a resident of Prague, OK, and several decades in Seminole, OK. She...
Randy Clayton Parsons
Jul 20, 2025
Randy Clayton Parsons passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on July 20, 2025. Randy was born on June 14, 1947, in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Alfred Merle and Vera Mae Parsons. He started his early education in Stratford before his family moved to Shawnee in 1953. He was a graduate of Shawnee High School, Class...
Butch Higdon
Jul 19, 2025
Butch Higdon, resident of McLoud, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He was 83 years old.
Butch grew up working on the Higdon Dairy Farm. He worked hard much of his life milking cows and tending to the farm and usually ran everywhere he went. Butch was always on the go. He loved bowling, skating, and going to...
Barbara Evelyn Battige
Jul 19, 2025
Barbara Battige, resident of Shawnee, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, surrounded by her family. She will be remembered for her love for her family and friends. Barbara was born on August 11, 1939 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was one of two girls born to George and Helen Philipp.
Barbara graduated from Rufus King High School. She married James (Jim),...
Nelson Keith McGuire
Jul 15, 2025
Nelson “Nelly” Keith McGuire, age 71, passed away July 15, 2025 at his home in Shawnee, Oklahoma surrounded by his loved ones. He was born January 25, 1954 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Wayne Lloyd and Bernadean Lucille McGuire.
Nelson attended Shawnee Public Schools throughout his childhood. There he played basketball and remained undefeated most years. Nelson worked for Smith House Moving...
Audrey Allene Walker
Jul 14, 2025
Audrey Allene Walker was born March 2, 1933, to Orville and Audie Deaton in Howe, Oklahoma. She grew up in Howe, graduating from high school in 1951. She later attended Carl Albert State College prior to moving to Oklahoma City and beginning her secretarial career with a local insurance company.
In 1954, she married B.T. Walker, Jr. after his return from...
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