James M. Kentopp, Sr.
2025
James Michael “Jim” Kentopp, Sr., was born on July 2, 1945, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, to James Richard and Phyllis L. (Godwin) Kentopp. After graduating high school, Jim proudly answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Army, honorably serving in the Special Forces, a branch of the Army Special Operations Command informally known as...
Molly Cockrell Reid
Jun 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Molly Reid on June 6, 2025. She was 89.
Born Molly Virginia Cockrell in Port Arthur, Texas, she moved with her family to Eagletown, Oklahoma, then moved again to Idabel. After graduating high school Molly briefly attended Oklahoma A&M in Stillwater, then married her sweetheart Richard P. (Dick) Reid, and...
Gloria Castro
May 22, 2025
Gloria Castro, 66, passed away peacefully at her home in Altus, Oklahoma on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Always the life of the party our angel will be tremendously missed. Gloria’s love, laughter, and music will echo in the hearts of all who knew her. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the...
Susan F. McMahon
May 21, 2025
Susan F. McMahon was born in Altus, Oklahoma on April 23, 1964, to Serapio “S.L.” and Frances Flores. She was raised in Altus, never leaving her precious roots in southwest Oklahoma. After graduating from the Class of 1982 from Navajo High School, Susan went on to attend college at Western Oklahoma State College.
It wasn’t long before she met Michael David...
Valeta Janenne Schien
May 15, 2025
Valeta Janenne Schien, age 66, of Blair, Oklahoma, passed away Thursday, May 15, 2025. Memorial services are pending for a later date.
Valeta was born in Hobbs, New Mexico on January 11, 1959, to parents George Henry Hubert and Wanda Junie (Swaffar) Norwood. She graduated with her master’s in business administration from Louisiana State University. She lived in many states before...
Oscar E. Bennight
May 15, 2025
Oscar E. Bennight was born on December 28, 1945, in Headrick, Oklahoma to Marvin and Ida (Hals) Bennight. He was a proud member of the first graduating class of Navajo High School in 1964. During his school years, Oscar made a name for himself as a standout baseball player, serving as both catcher and pitcher for Navajo and being selected...
Kenneth Holt
May 10, 2025
Kenneth Holt was born in Pinelawn, New York, on October 11, 1938, to Maynard and Muriel Hulse Holt. After graduating from Jeffersonville High School in Jeffersonville, New York, Kenneth joined the United States Air Force and served his country faithfully from 1958 to 1962. During his military career he met the love of his life, Roberta Lois Harrod, and they...
Donald Clyde Cheek, Sr.
May 9, 2025
Donald Clyde Cheek, Sr., “Don”, age 87, longtime Headrick resident, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025.
Don was born in Lindsay, OK on July 9, 1937 to parents Clyde William Cheek and Grace Harriett (Keeler) Cheek. Don was raised in Lindsay and was a proud graduate from the class of 1956 from Lindsay High School. Shortly after high school, Don was...
Judy Kay Taylor
May 8, 2025
Judy Kay Taylor, 74, went to be with our Lord Thursday May 8, 2025, peacefully at home. Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 15th, at First Baptist Church in Boyd with burial at Boyd Cemetery. Pallbearers included Richard Simmons, Kris Taylor, Jeremy Goodger, McCade Goodger, Justin Robinson and Kaleb Hubert. Honorary Pallbearers were Don Taylor, Don Patterson,...
Orenta "Orie" Thompson
Apr 30, 2025
Orenta "Orie" Thompson, 88, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on March 16, 1937, in Tulia, Texas, Orie lived a life marked by resilience, dedication, and a deep love for her family and community.
Raised in a family that valued education and perseverance, Orie graduated from high school in Deer Trail, Colorado. She went on to...
Elaine Marie Ramirez
Apr 28, 2025
Elaine Marie (Noah) Ramirez passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 28, 2025, in Oklahoma City at the age of 67. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend whose warmth, humor, and love of family left a lasting mark on everyone she met.
Elaine was born in South Haven, Michigan, to James Dawson Noah and Esther Elaine Whitemon. A proud...
Charles Lowell Reitenour
Apr 23, 2025
Charles Lowell Reitenour, 46, lifelong resident of Altus, Oklahoma, passed from this life unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Services are currently pending under the care of Kincannon Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Online tributes may be made at www.kincannonfuneralhome.com.
Raymond Earl Green
Apr 18, 2025
Raymond Earl Green was born on September 3, 1948, in Altus, Oklahoma, to Glen B. and Thelma “Tuffy” (Bussey) Green. After graduating high school, he proudly joined the United States Army, faithfully serving the country he so deeply loved.
Raymond was never one to sit still for long. Gifted with his hands, he was a master carpenter and welder. His career...
Charles Ray Young
Apr 18, 2025
Charles Ray Young, 53, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. He was born on October 14, 1971, in Houston, Texas to Bennie Joe Young and Alice Marie (Hill) Young. Charles and Pamela cherished their time growing up, especially moments spent surrounded by cousins, aunts, uncles, and close friends. He was a graduate of Stafford High School and later attended...
Norma Gail Johnston
Apr 17, 2025
Norma Gail Johnston, 82, of Olustee, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025. Norma was born on a cold Christmas morning in 1942 to Odell and Mandy Marie Gressett in Childress, Texas. Norma was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to helping others.
Norma married the late William Robert ‘Bob’ Johnston on June 21, 1961, in...
Roy Lee Smith
Apr 14, 2025
Roy Lee Smith was born in Fairfield, Iowa on October 23, 1943, to Burl Smith and Anna Lee (Merrick) Smith. Roy spent the majority of his life in Oklahoma, where he built a loving home and shared nearly five decades of marriage with his beloved wife. After her passing in 2018, he relocated to Iowa to be closer to family....
Amelia Alcorta Sanchez
Apr 13, 2025
Amelia Alcorta Sanchez was born to Espiridion Luna and Adelaida (Alcorta) Luna on December 23, 1958, in Jourdanton, Texas south of San Antonio. The family moved from location to location as migrant workers, frequently making their temporary home in SW Oklahoma. The many travels amplified Amelia’s very likeable spirit, and she made friends everywhere she went. One cotton harvest season...
Laveda Mae Lamons
Apr 12, 2025
Laveda Mae Lamons, 63, lifelong resident of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1962, in Altus, to Henry Lee Williams and Clarene Branch.
Laveda was a proud graduate of Altus High School. She later met and married George Lamons in Lawton and raised three sons, Jamario Williams, Glen Lamons, and Jamel...
George Mayberry, Jr.
Apr 6, 2025
George Mayberry, Jr., 80, longtime resident of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away just before dawn on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Wichita Falls, Texas. No services are scheduled at this time.
Online tributes may be made at www.kincannonfuneralhome.com.
Imogene Lorene Gallagher
Apr 6, 2025
Imogene Lorene “Jean” Gallagher was born on July 8, 1933, to Leah Minnie (Johnson) and Jesse Wesley Hawkins in Okemah, OK. Born with pure lineage into the Muscogee Creek Nation, she was also of the Alligator Clan. The first of fourteen children, Jean had a nurturing spirit. She quit school after the 8th grade to stay home and help take...