Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Shawnee, OK and Pottawatomie County

Fred Dewayne Jenkins

Fred Dewayne Jenkins

Feb 26, 2025

Fred Dewayne Jenkins, born on May 10, 1938 in Hutchinson, KS to Frank and Vivian Jenkins as the youngest of eight brothers and sisters. He hung his spurs up on February 26, 2025 at the age of 86.

Fred graduated from Central High School in May of 1956. The next day he enlisted in the US Marine Corps, and was very...

John Dewayne Adamson

John Dewayne Adamson

Feb 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of John Adamson

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of John Adamson, a man whose kindness, love, and warmth touched all who knew him. For over eight beautiful years, he was not just a stepfather, but a true father, friend, and constant source of love and strength in our lives. John had a heart of gold, always...

Darlene A. Rogers

Darlene A. Rogers

Feb 19, 2025

Our beloved mother and grandmother made her final journey on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 passing peacefully listening to her childhood stories. She was never one to make anything about herself. In true character, she waited for a winter storm to meet her Lord. Her family was always her greatest treasure.

Darlene was born on May 23, 1938 to Lawrence LaMonte and...

Christian Tre Thomas

Christian Tre Thomas

Feb 18, 2025

Christian Tre Thomas, age 31, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025 in Oklahoma City.

Christian was born October 09, 1993 in Shawnee, Oklahoma, a son of Robert and Valerie Lynn (Harjo) Thomas. Christian grew up in Shawnee, attending school there. When he wanted to have a good time, Christian would listen to music and ride his BMX....

Robert Douglas Williams

Robert Douglas Williams

Feb 16, 2025

Robert Douglas Williams, age 56, passed away at home on February 16, 2025. He arrived in this world on September 12, 1968 to Robert E. and Barbara J. Williams in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

“Doug” was a man that got to live a life full of rich experiences. He shared many memories as a child of working in the kitchen at Van’s Pig...

Margie Fowler

Margie Fowler

Feb 14, 2025

Margie (Newnam) Fowler was born on the family homestead near Chandler, Oklahoma, to Tom and Ola Mae Newnam on June 24, 1935 and was welcomed into the waiting arms of her Savior on February 14, 2025 at the age of 89. 

A long time resident of Meeker, Oklahoma, Margie graduated from Meeker High School in 1953. On May 23, 1953 Margie...

Jeremy Dean Coleman

Jeremy Dean Coleman

Feb 10, 2025

Jeremy Dean Coleman, born on January 15, 1978, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, was a beloved father, son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of those around him with his kind-hearted, and easygoing nature. Jeremy's journey came to an end on February 10, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever echo in the hearts of...

Vicki Diana Bly

Vicki Diana Bly

Feb 9, 2025

Vicki Diana Bly (Dunn), age 73, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in McLoud, Oklahoma. She was born to Pat and Oleen Dunn on March 13, 1951, in Hobart, Oklahoma. She graduated in 1969 and was a proud Hobart Bearcat. 

She was a longtime resident of the Dale, Little Axe, and Shawnee areas,...

Mary Dora Kaskuske

Mary Dora Kaskuske

Feb 8, 2025

With deep sadness and abiding love, we announce that Mary Dora (Walker) Kaskuske, affectionately known as “Blondie,” made her journey home on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the age of 78. She passed peacefully in Saucier, Mississippi, where she had made her home for several years. Mary was a proud enrolled tribal member of the Sac and Fox Nation of...

Mary Louise Factor

Mary Louise Factor

Feb 8, 2025

Mary Louise Factor, resident of Shawnee, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025. She was 90 years old. Mary was born in Wewoka, OK to her parents, Reed Frank Lena and Molly Lou Gray. She attended Indian boarding school most of her life. She graduated from Chillocco Indian Agricultural School in 1953. She was the vice president of 4-H Club...

Jack Roger Lane

Jack Roger Lane

Feb 7, 2025

Jack Roger Lane, 69, a Shawnee resident, passed away in Shawnee. Jack was born in Shawnee to Jackie and Ernestine Lane.

Jack began working in high school at Humpty, and was promoted to Assistant Store Manager by the time he was 18. He met the love of his life, Paula Jo Bricker, at Seminole College in 1973. While she turned him...

Krystal Mae Smith

Krystal Mae Smith

Feb 6, 2025

Krystal Mae Smith, 52, of Shawnee, OK and wife of Gary, mother to Walker, Addison and Embrie, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Her final moments were spent peacefully surrounded by family.

Krystal was born on October 14, 1972 in Shawnee, OK to her parents, Robert and Myra Newton. Known for her beautiful smile, sweet demeanor and quick wit, Krystal...

Patricia Lynn Valderrama

Patricia Lynn Valderrama

Feb 4, 2025

Patricia Lynn Valderrama, born on August 1, 1955, in San Francisco, California, passed away on February 4, 2025, in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She was a remarkable individual whose life was marked by her fierce spirit, unwavering loyalty, and commitment to her family and friends.

Pat graduated from Classen High School as part of the Class of 1973. She was an extroverted person...

Annette Darlene Johnson

Annette Darlene Johnson

Jan 30, 2025

Annette "Darlene" Johnson, age 87, of Bethel Acres, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 in Shawnee, Oklahoma surrounded by her family.

Darlene was born in Clarita, Oklahoma on October 18, 1937 on a farm where her grandmother, Ida Olive Lee (Mama) and her grandfather, Marion Lee (Papa) lived. She was the daughter of Clara Belle (Lee) Cloninger. She was raised...

Laurie Ann Dunham

Laurie Ann Dunham

Jan 28, 2025

Laurie Ann Dunham was born on February 24, 1961, in Grand Junction, Colorado, and passed away on January 28, 2025. She was a dedicated professional, having served as a UPS truck dispatcher and later working at GF Central Plastics. Laurie's educational journey culminated in her graduating from Haltom High School and obtaining an associate’s degree in medical billing, milestones that...

Jacquelyn L. Coolley

Jacquelyn L. Coolley

Jan 28, 2025

Jacquelyn "Jackie" Louise Coolley passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, at the age of 69. Jackie was born on February 2, 1955, in Oklahoma City to her parents, Melvin and Mary Murrow. 

Jackie was celebrated not only for her accomplishments in education but also for her warm heart and unwavering faith. She was a source of comfort...

Billie Dean Copeland

Billie Dean Copeland

Jan 27, 2025

Billie Dean (Smith) Copeland

Billie Copeland, 93, of Bethel Acres fell asleep in Christ Monday, January 27 at home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born October 22, 1931, in Searcy, Arkansas to Walter Lee and Mable L. Smith. As a child, her family moved to Savanna, Oklahoma where she graduated with the class of 1950. In high school she played...

Gregory A. Feh

Gregory A. Feh

Jan 26, 2025

We celebrate the life of a Hero, Teacher, husband, and wonderful grandfather, Ba FEH GREGORY ADOLF popularly known in different spheres as Mr Feh, Ba teacher, Honorable etc.

On the 10th of August 2009, he wrote a poem titled “A POEM OF VICTORY AND SUCCESS”, where he started by quoting Julius Caesar: “ The Valiant never taste of death but once,...

Tracie Jo Osborne

Tracie Jo Osborne

Jan 25, 2025

Tracie Jo Mahealani Osborne, born on July 27, 1954, in Honolulu, Hawaii, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend, cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Growing up in a military family, Tracie lived in different areas of the country before returning to Oklahoma...

Barbara "Ma" Goodnight

Barbara "Ma" Goodnight

Jan 21, 2025

Barbara Ann Goodnight, resident of Shawnee, was Promoted to Glory on January 21, 2025, peacefully surrounded by family and friends. Barbara was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on August 17, 1941, to Cecil and Mary Truby. She graduated from Shawnee High School and married William (Bill) Arthur Goodnight on August 18, 1959.

Ma worked at River Rest Turkey Farm for 10 years....