Obituaries

Sep 6, 2026

Christopher Don Alexander, 52, was born in Oklahoma City on February 19, 1974, to Michael Don Alexander and Judith Kay Britton.

Chris graduated from Jones High School in 1992. He had a natural talent for fixing things, especially anything mechanical, and was happiest when he had something to work on. He also enjoyed traveling to Ada to visit his friends Roger...

Aug 11, 2026

Gail Maria Goins (nee Friedel) passed peacefully to enter Heaven on August 11, 2026, in Oklahoma City, OK. Gail was born December 20, 1937, in Niederhofen, Germany, to Else (nee Kitmeier) and Alois Friedel. She had many amazing stories of her early childhood. She grew up and was educated in a Post-War Germany—she studied Mathematics and spoke German, French and...

Aug 31, 2026

Kathleen Laura Gates, age 79, of Piedmont, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026. She was born on September 17, 1946, in Ada, Oklahoma, to Bernard Moses and Patricia Claassen (Murillo).

Kathleen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Claude Dean Gates. Together, they shared many wonderful memories and enjoyed working side by side on paint and body work....

Aug 28, 2026

Carol was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas to devoted parents Peggy and Charles Crockett.

She learned to make friends fast over several moves during her school years. She lived in Oklahoma City, Los Angeles and Dallas.

Carol performed well at Hillcrest High School allowing her to be awarded an academic scholarship to the University of Oklahoma, Norman.

Carol was a leader in her beloved...

Aug 25, 2026

Dr. Alice Kathrine Goebel, 96, of Oklahoma City, OK, passed away peacefully at home on August 25, 2026.

Originally born in Glendive, Montana on October 30, 1929, to Jens Morris and Mary Beatrice Larsen. During the youngest years of her life, she grew up on a ranch alongside her younger brother, John Morris Larsen. She had a love for riding horses...

Aug 25, 2026

Peter A. Pickett (aka Pappy and Papa P), a man of deep faith, joyful energy, enduring strength, and a larger-than-life presence, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on April 5, 1947, Pete grew up in Schulte, Kansas, where his lifelong knack for bringing people together—and playing legendary pranks with his siblings—first began. A...

Aug 9, 2026

Robert Carrillo, beloved family man and friend, passed away on August 9, 2026 at the age of 90. He was born April 27, 1936, and lived a life filled with love, kindness, laughter and dedication to his family.

Robert was a wonderful role model whose strength of character and generous spirit touched everyone who knew him. He was known for his...

Aug 7, 2026

Savannah Captain

A Life of Joy. A Legacy of Love. Forever Cowgirl Strong.

Cowgirl Savannah lived a life defined by joy, laughter, kindness, and an extraordinary ability to touch others—without speaking a word.

Savannah Davis Captain was born on March 9, 2005, in Eugene, Oregon. She departed Edmond, Oklahoma, for Heaven on August 7, 2026. Savannah attended schools in Edmond and loved attending...

Aug 5, 2026

Martha R. Dyer (August 29, 1939 – August 5, 2026)

Martha Ruth Dyer, age 86, of Norman, OK, passed away peacefully on August 5, surrounded by her loving family.

Martha was born in Oklahoma City on August 29, 1939, to Russell and Georgia Gassei. A talented pianist, she graduated from Northwest Classen High School, then attended the University of Tulsa, where she...

Aug 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Janice Rider

It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janice (Jan) Rider, who left this world peacefully on Monday, August 3rd, 2026, at the age of 76.

Born on February 12, 1950, in Oklahoma City, Jan grew up with a loving heart and a warm spirit that touched everyone she met....

Aug 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of our wonderful Mom of all the special gifts in life however great or small, to have you as our mom was the greatest gift of all. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper in your ear ‘’ We love and miss you mom and wish that you were here’’ Deep in our hearts, your...

Jul 23, 2026

William Joe "Bill" Harl, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at his home on July 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Bill was born on February 4, 1936, in Oklahoma, to William and Geneva Harl. Following his graduation from high school, he proudly served his country in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sergeant before...

Jun 30, 2026

Joan Ellen Heinlen-McDaniel was born in Racine, Wisconsin, on November 22, 1939, to Floyd Otto Lehman and Wilma Evelyn Diane Bemis Lehman.

She left her studies at Iowa State University to marry Walter David Heinlen, Sr. on November 8, 1958. They were married in Des Moines, Iowa, but soon moved to San Mateo, California, to remain close to Joan's parents. Joan...

Jun 29, 2026

Rebecca Ann Lugo, born Rebecca Ann Davis, passed away on June 29, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born on August 9, 1956, in Darlington, South Carolina, and carried with her throughout life the warmth and grace of her Southern roots.

Rebecca was a lady of many talents. She had a beautiful singing voice and was an amazing artist and...

Jun 29, 2026

Michael James Kugel passed away tragically on June 29, 2026, at the age of 55, in a plane accident in Goldsby, Oklahoma. Born on December 25, 1970, in Madison, Wisconsin, Michael was the treasured son of James (Kristine) Kugel and Karen (Martin) Van Keuren Toohey.

Mike shared 32 years of marriage and a loving partnership spanning 38 years with his beloved...

Jun 29, 2026

     Bruce “Skip” Manfred Fischer, 59, of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin passed away on June 29, 2026 following a tragic plane accident in Goldsby, Oklahoma. The son of Harry Arthur and Helma Neumann Fischer, he was born in New Jersey but moved to the Midwest with his family at age 5. He met the love of his life, Anne Margaret...

Jun 21, 2026

Annabel was born in a small house in Harewood, New Brunswick, Canada on November 22, 1940. She went to be with Jesus at the age of 85 on June 21, 2026 in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Anne’s all consuming passion throughout her life was family. She made many sacrifices for her children, working multiple jobs throughout her life to ensure her family had...

Jun 6, 2026

Erbin “Gene” Triplett, III, 77, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on June 6, 2026, in Oklahoma City. He was born in 1949 in La Jolla, California, to Erbin and Marjorie Triplett and was raised in Oklahoma City.

He met the love of his life, Carol, at age 14, and the two were married on July 19, 1968. They shared 58 devoted...

Jun 5, 2026

2026

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Jeffrey Schimandle,69 who passed May 2026 in Oklahoma City . Born on February 14, 1957, in Germany to the late George and Mary (Macaro) Schimandle.

     Growing up in NJ he was a Boy Scout, lifeguard, and avid baseball and football player. He was a graduate...