Terri Sue Caton
Jul 23, 2025
Terri Sue Caton, of Warren, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at Magnolia Creek Skilled Nursing and Therapy in Altus on Wednesday, July 23, 2025—just 27 days shy of her 70th birthday.
Born on August 19, 1955, in Lawton, Terri was one of four children of Donald and Joyce (Barton) Collier. She grew up in Lawton, where she graduated and began building a...
Sandra Hestand
Jul 17, 2025
Sandra Hestand, formerly of Olustee, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at her home in Edmond. She was born on December 22, 1962, in Altus, the fourth daughter of Howard and Etta Jean (Drury) Hestand. She was raised on the family farm near Olustee, where she developed a strong work ethic by helping plow wheat fields,...
Ann Bryant
Jul 16, 2025
Shirley Ann Bryant passed away peacefully at her home in Altus, Oklahoma on July 16, 2025, eight short days before her 78th birthday. Lovingly known as Ann by all, she was born on July 21, 1947, in Hobart, and was the beloved daughter of M.L. and Eliza Blanche (Winters) Carroll. She was raised on the family farm near Warren, where...
Paul Ellison Dodd
Jul 13, 2025
Paul Ellison Dodd was born on November 1, 1954, in Richwood, West Virginia to Waitman and Marian Leah (Hicks) Dodd. Paul was known for his hardworking spirit, deep love for family, and steadfast preparedness for whatever life brought his way.
Paul moved to Lawton where he graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1973. Shortly after, he proudly enlisted in the United...
Robert Lee Boaldin
Jul 12, 2025
Robert Lee ”Bob” Boaldin was born on November 16, 1936, to Albert Cleveland “ABB” and Mae Elizabeth (Buchanan) Boaldin. He was reunited with his parents and siblings on July 12, 2025, at the age of 88. Bob was the eleventh and last child born to this union.
Despite being born legally blind, Bob loved to draw and had some talent for...
Bryon Ray Nolan
Jun 29, 2025
Bryon Ray Nolan was born on August 9, 1972, Altus, Oklahoma to Richard Leon and Kathy Noleen (Welch) Nolan. After graduating Blair High School with the Class of 1990, Bryon entered the United States Army. While faithfully serving his country, he was awarded several decorations, including the Army Good Conduct Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Sharpshooter Badge.
After returning to...
Mellody Carol Joyner
Jun 29, 2025
Mellody Carol Joyner was born on December 23, 1962, in West Virginia to George and Wanda (Mullins) Gregg. From an early age, Mellody loved the Christmas season—a joy that stayed with her throughout her life. She and her siblings were never without fun or friends. After graduating high school, Mellody went on to attend college. She relocated to Altus, Oklahoma...
William John Albon
Jun 19, 2025
William John Albon, known to family and friends as John, was born on August 14, 1957, at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, to William Frederick Albon and Treva Joyce Baker.
John spent much of his life dedicated to caring for others through his work at English Village Nursing Home and Park Lane Manor Nursing Home.
Outside of work, John found joy...
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.