Obituaries

Frances Aline MaComb

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Frances Aline MaComb was born March 13, 1938, to Jennings and Dovie (Renfro) Irwin in Depew, Oklahoma, being the youngest of four siblings and a graduate of Gypsy Public Schools. She gained her heavenly wings on February 25, 2024, at the age of 85.

Herman “Hank” Junior Poeling

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Herman “Hank” Junior Poeling was born January 1, 1931, to Herman Joseph and Edna Augusta Poeling in Arcadia, Oklahoma. He was raised on the farm where he would learn the value of hard work. He later received his bachelor’s degree from Temple University. On August 19, 1960, Herman Junior Poeling and Phebe Tuttle were united in marriage. From this union were born four children, Cathie, Teresa, Carla, and Buddy.

Bruce C. Coleman

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November 10, 1958 - February 11, 2024 On Sunday, February 11, 2024, Bruce C. Coleman passed from this life and ascended to heaven to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Lois Mae Leverett

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April 18, 1936 - February 7, 2024 Lois Mae Leverett was born in Tahlequah, OK to Orlie and Mae Wade on April 18, 1936, in Tahlequah. She departed this life Feb.

Ricky Allen (Buckshot) Edmondson

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September12, 1961 - January 31, 2024 Ricky Allen (Buckshot) Edmondson was born to James Levi Edmondson, Sr., and Leah Ann Francis Edmondson on Sept. 12, 1961, in Henryetta. He departed this life Jan. 31, 2024, at the age 62 years, four months, and 19 days at the family home in Gypsy, after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Bettie Laverne Blankenship

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September 30, 1942 - December 30, 2023 A memorial service for Bristow resident, Bettie Blankenship, was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan.

Pauline Marie Swaffar

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March 28, 1941 - January 28, 2024 Pauline Marie Swaffar was born March 28, 1941, to Cecil and Grace (May) Bird in Bristow. She departed this life January 28, 2024, at the age of 82.

Newman Taryole

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Newman Taryole was born on Jan. 1, 1934, to Winey Mae (Lowe) Taryole and Thomas (Nick) Taryole at the Taryole homeplace in Okemah. He left this life on Jan. 18, 2024 with family by his side in Tulsa. Newman and family celebrated his 90th birthday at home on New Years Day.