Obituaries
Fannie Mae (Gipson) Jeremiah
January 15, 2026
With family by her side, Fannie Mae Jeremiah, age 95, of Muldrow, Oklahoma passed January 15, 2026, in Greenwood, Arkansas. She passed from this life into eternal rest with her Heavenly Father. She will be remembered for her love, faith, and service to others, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her.
She was born March 24,...
Doris Luella (Walker) Johnson
January 15, 2026
A beloved and respected Oklahoma educator has passed away at age 94. Doris Luella Walker Johnson, a long-time resident of Sallisaw and Sequoyah County, Oklahoma passed away January 15, 2026 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Mrs. Johnson taught high school at Central High School (Sallisaw) before teaching First Grade at both Liberty Elementary and Eastside in Sallisaw. Known for caring for all...
Jayleigh Sage Maddox
January 14, 2026
We are sad to announce the passing of Jayleigh Sage Maddox, who was born on January 14, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and passed away on the same day.
Jayleigh leaves behind her mother, Kaylin Caudle of the home; father, Shane Maddox of Van Buren, AR; three brothers, Greyson, Malechi, and Declan; grandparents, Christy Burks and Jason Burks of Eufaula, OK;...
Vanda Elnora Morgan
January 12, 2026
Vanda Elnora Morgan was born on January 14, 1944 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Jess and Nettie (Touzen) Cantrell. She gained her heavenly wings on January 12, 2026 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma at the age of 81 years and 363 days.
Vanda married Ronnie Darryle Morgan on April 25, 1978 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. They spent 48 wonderful years together where they called Arkansas,...
Byron Dorrance
January 10, 2026
A cremation service for Byron Dorrance, 79, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, is being conducted by Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Byron was born on September 21, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, to Louise Angeline (Edwards) Dorrance and Meredith Ely Dorrance. He passed away on January 10, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. On April 13, 1995, he married his beloved wife, Nancy...
Cheryl Dianne (Coffman) Holiman
January 8, 2026
Cremation Service for Cheryl Dianne (Coffman) Holiman, 76, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, is under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
She was born on February 12, 1949 in Petaluma, California to Opal Amelia (Thomason) Coffman and Robert Burns Coffman and passed away on January 8, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Cheryl was married to Lowell F. Holiman, Jr. on...
Richard Lease
January 7, 2026
Funeral Service for Richard Lease, 38, will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Blackgum Harvestime Church in Vian, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Box Cemetery in Vian, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Richard was born on April 18, 1987, in Glendale, California, and passed away on January 7, 2026 by his...
Penny Kay Jackson
January 3, 2026
Funeral Service for Penny Kay Jackson, 52, of Vian, Oklahoma, will be at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Agent Mallory Martin Chapel in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Box Cemetery in Vian, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Penny was born on June 16, 1973, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She passed this...
Buck Newton
January 3, 2026
Buck Newton, age 73, of Vian, Oklahoma, departed this life on January 3, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A memorial service will be held in his honor at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, under the guidance of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Buck was born on September 17, 1952, in Dover,...
Hellen Holeman
January 1, 2026
Hellen Holeman, age 65, of Gore, Oklahoma, passed away on January 1, 2026. Born on April 9, 1960, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Hellen was the daughter of Shirley (Cowen) Taylor and Warren Buie. She was united in marriage to Johnny C. Holeman on May 3, 1983, in Round Mountain.
Hellen cherished her time spent reading, playing computer games, and attending services at...
Paula Jo Morgan
December 31, 2025
Paula Jo Morgan, 61, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on December 31, 2025 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on April 17, 1964 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Darlene (Duty) Bruton and Joe Leon Bruton. She was married to Richard David Morgan on May 9, 1981 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on November 18, 1983.
Survivors are son,...
Crystal Gail Martin
December 31, 2025
Cremation Service for Crystal Gail Martin, 49, of Roland, Oklahoma, is under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
Crystal was born on April 28, 1976 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Melinda L. (Thacker) Carl and James Andrew Wisdom Carl and passed away on December 31, 2025 in Roland, Oklahoma. She was a furniture delivery person for Buddy's Home...
Larry G. Perry
December 31, 2025
Larry G. Perry, age 75, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on December 31, 2025. Larry was born on May 13, 1950, in Granite, Oklahoma, to Lillie (Coy) Perry and William Leon Perry. He was a 1969 graduate of Altus High School and a 1980 graduate of NSU in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Larry dedicated much of his life to education, serving as...
Mary E. (Brewer) Sallee
December 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary E. (Brewer) Sallee, age 88, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Mary departed this life on December 27, 2025, in Lindale, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Mary was born on July 28, 1937, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, to Vena Irene (Ogden) Brewer and James Ira Brewer. A beloved...
Lorene Johnson
December 27, 2025
Lorene Johnson, age 78, of Bunch, Oklahoma, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Born on October 31, 1947, in Tahlequah to George and Mary (Rogers) Johnson, Lorene was a treasured member of her community and family.
A devoted follower of the Lord, Lorene found joy in attending church and sharing her faith. She was a loving mother and...
Tommy "Tom" Zelph Richison
December 24, 2025
Tommy “Tom” Zelph Richison, age 84, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, surrounded by the assurance of his faith. He was born on February 20, 1941, to Imogene and Newell Richison of Fort Smith, Arkansas, who preceded him in death.
Tommy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong learner. He shared 57 loving years of marriage with his wife,...
Louise (Brashier) Laxton
December 22, 2025
Graveside Service for Louise (Brashier) Laxton, 88, of Checotah, Oklahoma, will be at 3:00 PM on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Fields Cemetery in Porum, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
She was born on December 10, 1937 in Briartown, Oklahoma to Alice (Clinton) Brashier and Lon Brashier and passed away on December 22, 2025 in...
Joe Ward
December 22, 2025
Joe Ward, 68, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on December 22, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri. He was born on September 8, 1957, to Gladys Loretta (Lacey) Ward and Billy Gene Ward. Joe worked as a carpenter, contributing his skills and craftsmanship to many projects throughout his life.
He is survived by four sons: Christopher Joseph of Sallisaw, OK, Noah Blake Ward...
Virginia V. O'Neal
December 22, 2025
Virginia V. O'Neal, age 89, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on December 22, 2025. Born on March 12, 1936, in Liberty, Oklahoma, to Eva Bell (Jeremiah) Reed and Edgar James Reed, Virginia devoted her life to her family, church and community. On August 30, 1952, she married Arnold D. O'Neal in Muldrow, Oklahoma. Together they created a loving home filled...
Wayne Keith Nance
December 21, 2025
Funeral Service for Wayne Keith Nance, 61, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Agent Mallory Martin Chapel in Muldrow, Oklahoma. Burial will follow at Shady Grove Cemetery in Roland, Oklahoma under the direction of Agent Mallory Martin Funeral Service, Inc.
He was born on December 17, 1964 in Vian, Oklahoma to Minnie Louise...
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