Obituaries in Seminole, Maud, and Konawa, Oklahoma

Karen Kawailani Ah Soong Bolin-Caudle

Karen Kawailani Ah Soong Bolin-Caudle

Oct 23, 2025

Seminole resident, Karen Kawailani Ah Soong Bolin-Caudle, 69, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025, at her home.

Karen, the daughter of Ernest Kaiminaauao Kam and Gertrude (Cobb-Adams) Kihapilani, was born Halloween Day, October 31, 1955, in Honolulu, HI. She graduated from James B Castle High School in Kanehoe, HI, with the class of 1973. On June 8, 2001, Karen married Tony...

Nolan Blake Elliott

Nolan Blake Elliott

Oct 21, 2025

In loving memory of Nolan Blake Elliott who was born sleeping on October 21, 2025, the beloved son of Jonathan “Blake” Elliott and Alissa Lynn Elliott.

Though he never took a breath, Nolan was loved and will always be. Held in the hearts of his family from the moment they knew of his presence, he brought hope, dreams, and an unmeasurable love that...

Barbara Jean Nelson

Barbara Jean Nelson

Oct 18, 2025

Barbara Jean Nelson, Seminole resident, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 in Seminole at the age of 81. Barbara was born on March 19, 1944 in Charleston, SC to Mozelle Conyers and Mary (Wingate) Muncy. She grew up in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. She spent most of her life in Texas and California before finally setting in Seminole, Oklahoma...

Gene Arthur Bergerson

Gene Arthur Bergerson

Oct 16, 2025

Seminole resident, Gene Bergerson, 84, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025, at his home.

Gene, the son of Arthur and Imogene (Hawley) Bergerson, was born November 9, 1940, in Eugene, Oregon. He graduated from Maclachie High School in Sacramento, CA., with the class of 1958. Gene proudly served in the US Navy, once established in Seminole, Gene joined and was a...

Paul Emmitt Lofton

Paul Emmitt Lofton

Oct 13, 2025

Paul Emmitt Lofton passed from this life to heaven on Monday, October 1 3, 2025. He was born October 27, 1 941 in Seminole, OK to Elmer Emmitt Lofton and Dora "Pauline" Sneed Lofton. He grew up in and graduated from Bowlegs, OK. Paul was blessed to have a younger brother, Robert Andrew, for his best friend. They helped on...

Mildred Ann Conway

Mildred Ann Conway

Oct 12, 2025

Oklahoma City resident Mildred Ann Conway passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 in Oklahoma City at the age of 75. Mildred was born on March 10, 1950 in Shawnee, OK to Harry and Fannie Mae (Gualding) Talton.

Mildred is survived by her sons Anthony Conway, Terry Conway and Patrick Conway; daughter Cody Conway; grandchildren Fanny Linden, Cassandra Scarlette, Antwone Adams,...

Jamon "Jamie" Charles Capps

Jamon "Jamie" Charles Capps

Oct 12, 2025

Jamon (“Jamie”) Charles Capps, 69, of Seminole, OK passed away at home on October 12, 2025.

Jamie was born to Patricia Capps on March 2, 1956 with beautiful green eyes, curly golden hair and a gentle spirit. From early on, Jamie showed interest in the “how” of things, building skills and expertise over time until he was a master at many...

Bobby Wayne Turner

Bobby Wayne Turner

Oct 12, 2025

Seminole, OK resident Bobby Wayne Turner passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 in Seminole at the age of 66. Bobby was born on May 6, 1959 in Amarillo, TX to Harold Alvin and Helen Louise (Cole) Turner. He grew up in Amarillo, but as a missionary pastors kid he lived in multiple places to include New Mexico and Oklahoma....

Shelly Ann Ross

Shelly Ann Ross

Oct 11, 2025

Stratford resident, Shelly Ann Ross, 48, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her home.

Shelly, the daughter of Charles and Carma (Karren) Ross, was born April 20, 1977, in Vernal UT. She and her family moved to Hartshorn, OK., then they moved to Roff, Shelly eventually settled in to Stratford. Shelly loved her family and enjoyed being around everyone. She...

Betty Jean Mason Martin

Betty Jean Mason Martin

Oct 9, 2025

Betty Jean Mason Martin, Seminole resident, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 in Oklahoma City at the age of 81. Betty was born on October 3, 1944 in Konawa, OK to Samuel Gilbert and Margaret Agnes (Curley) Howell.

Back in her younger days Betty enjoyed hanging out with friends and family and going to the lake. She loved her career...

Charles Richard Pierce

Charles Richard Pierce

Oct 7, 2025

Charles Richard Pierce, Shawnee resident, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at the age of 92. He was born on January 10, 1933 in Seminole, OK to William Edgar and Lillie Ellen (Teague) Pierce. He grew up and spent most of his life in the Wolf and Maud areas. He graduated from Wolf High School. Charles married Margaret Gordon...

Melissa Lynn Harjo

Melissa Lynn Harjo

Oct 5, 2025

Former Seminole resident Melissa Lynn Harjo, 53, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2025, in Lawrence.

Melissa, the daughter of Leonard and Samaria (Johnson) Harjo, was born April 1, 1972, in Oklahoma City. She was a proud tribal member of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Tallahassee Band and Bird Clan. Melissa attended Seminole Schools and graduated with the Seminole...

Nan Carol Fowler

Nan Carol Fowler

Oct 3, 2025

                                             In Loving Memory of Nan Fowler September 19, 1934 – October 3, 2025

Nan Carol (Street) Fowler, 91, of Shawnee, Oklahoma was surrounded by her loved ones when she went to sleep and woke up in Heaven on Friday,...

Brady James Montanez

Brady James Montanez

Sep 30, 2025

In loving memory of Brady James Montanez, who was born sleeping on September 30, 2025, the beloved son of Jaison Montanez and Sydney Marshall.

Though he never took a breath, Brady James was loved and will always be. Held in the hearts of his family from the moment they knew of his presence, he brought hope, dreams, and an unmeasurable love...

Kathy Ann Whitson

Kathy Ann Whitson

Sep 30, 2025

Maud resident Kathy Ann Whitson, lovingly known to many as “Big Kat,” passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City at the age of 71.

Kathy was born on April 9, 1954, in Indio, California, to John Edmondson and Corena Mae (Tiger) Edmondson-England. A proud 1972 graduate of Bowlegs High School, Kathy’s life carried her to...

Marzzie Faye Johnson

Marzzie Faye Johnson

Sep 29, 2025

Marzzie Faye Johnson, 79, of Tecumseh, OK, passed away peacefully into the presence of the Lord and Savior on September 29, 2025.

Born on March 23, 1946, Marzzie devoted her life to service, family, and faith. She married the love of her life, John Johnson, on March 23, 1965, in Lubbock, TX. Together they built a life centered on ministry and...

Justin Denver Cheyenne Wood

Justin Denver Cheyenne Wood

Sep 27, 2025

Justin Denver Cheyenne Wood, age 40 and a resident of Konawa, Oklahoma passed away from this life September 27, 2025 near Maud, Oklahoma.

A funeral service is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Friday, October 10, 2025 at Swearingen Funeral Home Chapel in Konawa. Rev. Mitch Williams will officiate, and the family will receive guests from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday before the...

Joseph "Joey" Larry Houck Jr.

Joseph "Joey" Larry Houck Jr.

Sep 27, 2025

Joseph “Joey” Larry Houck Jr., Newalla resident, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at the age of 58. Joey was born on December 16, 1966 in Fallon, NV to Joseph Larry Houck Sr. and Carole (Pitman) Houck. He grew up in Seminole and later moved to Washington, OK. He graduated from New Lima High School in...

Ricky Leon Walker

Ricky Leon Walker

Sep 25, 2025

Ricky Leon Walker, age 67 and a resident of Konawa, Oklahoma passed away September 25, 2025 at his home.

A graveside memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 6, 2025 at Dora Cemetery. Cremation is under the direction of Swearingen Funeral Home of Konawa.

Ricky was born November 20, 1957 in Mesa, Arizona to Johnnie Murel Walker and Katheryn Geraldine...

Margaret Anne Finke

Margaret Anne Finke

Sep 23, 2025

Margaret Anne Finke, Seminole, OK resident, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 in Shawnee at the age of 90. Margaret was born on October 3, 1934 in Henryetta, OK to Elza Alfred and Jessie Mildred (McKelvey) Hart. She graduated in 1952 from Excelior High School and later attended East Central University. Margaret married the love of her life, Hugo...