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Newkirk City, Oklahoma Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Newkirk City, Oklahoma & Surrounding Areas

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Ronald "Ronnie" Dobson

Ronald "Ronnie" Dobson

Apr 8, 2024

Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Dobson, known for his warmth, humor, and unwavering dedication, passed away on Monday April 8th, 2024, at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Ronnie was born on June 27th, 1945, in Newkirk, Oklahoma, to Fred and Elsie Dobson “Grampy & Grammy”. Raised with a strong work ethic and a love for...

Martha Hasselbring

Martha Hasselbring

Apr 7, 2024

Martha Ellen Hasselbring passed peacefully into God’s arms on April 7th, 2024, at Integris Health of Ponca City, Oklahoma. Martha was born in Martinsville, Virginia on August 1st, 1943, to Harvey and Elsie Beauchamp. She was a student at Wicomico Senior High School in Salisbury, Maryland where she graduated, and then moved on to attend Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy,...

Don Lenon

Don Lenon

Mar 29, 2024

Don W. Lenon, a beloved man of sweet charm and bright personality, passed away on March 29, 2024, in Billings, Oklahoma at the age of 78. He was born on February 9, 1946, in Arkansas City, Kansas.

He had a passion for riding his bicycle, observing people and traffic, as well as playing in the sand. He found joy in collecting...

Ilah Ingram

Ilah Ingram

Mar 20, 2024

Ilah Beth Ingram, Newkirk resident, died on March 20, 2024, in Ponca City, Oklahoma. She was 94. Her Graveside memorial graveside service has been scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, in the Newkirk City Cemetery with Rev. Jim White officiating.  Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Miller-Stahl Funeral Service.

Ilah Beth Ingram was born on July 23, 1929,...

Mary Frances Ames

Mary Frances Ames

Mar 17, 2024

Mary ‘Fran’ Frances Ames, 86, of Tulsa, OK passed from this life peacefully on March 17, 2024, after a short illness. She is preceded in death by her husband Darrell Dwayne Ames (July 8, 2002), parents, Paul Michael Purdon, Sr. and Victoria Christina Purdon (Richard), son Gregory James Osbourn, daughter Vicki Sue Ramsey (Osbourn) and brothers Jim Purdon and Paul...

Stephen (Steve) Smith

Stephen (Steve) Smith

Feb 9, 2024

Stephen (Steve) Smith, 85, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on February 9, 2024. He entered this world on February 13, 1938, in Winfield, Kansas, born to John J. Smith and Helen V Baker Smith.

Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2024, in the St Francis of...

Vernon Gary Huster

Vernon Gary Huster

Feb 4, 2024

Vernon “Rusty” Huster, 86, longtime resident of Newkirk, OK, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family and his wife Thelma of 63 years.

Rusty was born on May 28th, 1937, in Newkirk, to Frank and Clara Huster. He was raised on a farm and because of that, he was blessed to live a long life doing the...

Sharon (Goddard) Lubbers

Sharon (Goddard) Lubbers

Jan 11, 2024

Sharon Goddard Lubbers, 69, beloved Wife, mother, and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on January 11, 2024. She entered this world on August 20, 1954, in Kansas City, KS, born to Gould Willis Pidcock and Bernice D. Wiemer Pidcock.

A Celebration of life will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, in the Rise up Church with...

Darren Sims

Darren Sims

Jan 9, 2024

 

Darren Todd Sims was born February 17, 1965 in Ponca City, OK. He passed away on January 9, 2024 from a sudden illness at his home in Ponca City. He was preceded in death by his mother – LaTresa Engle, step father – Larry Engle, grandparents James & Frances Brown, Uncle – Joe Foust. Survivors include Brother – Terry...

Jewell E. Wesson

Jewell E. Wesson

Dec 27, 2023

Jewell's wishes were to be cremated and we are carrying out her wishes.

Rosin Shinn

Rosin Shinn

Dec 24, 2023

Rosin Bradlee Shinn passed away December 24, 2023.  Rosin began life’s journey on December 29, 1992, in Ponca City with his parents; Justin Shinn and Shannon (Cline) North. He grew up in Newkirk and graduated from Newkirk High School in 2011.  Rosin furthered his education by attending Northern Oklahoma College for a time.

Growing up Rosin showed his talent with...

Sarah Bain

Sarah Bain

Dec 24, 2023

 

Sarah Emma Bain entered rest on December 24, 2023, at the Ponca City Nursing Home. She was born on February 10, 1930, to Worthy and Helen (Huffman) Williamson. She attended school at Stony Point near Uncas and in Newkirk. She married Carl Bain August 16th 1947 and the two were wed for 76 years.

Sarah was a member of...

Jerald (Jerry) Bolia

Jerald (Jerry) Bolia

Dec 7, 2023

 

Jerald “Jerry” Bolia, 64, beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on December 7, 2023. He entered this world on August 13, 1959, in Mobile, Alabama, born to Jerald L. Bolia Sr. and Judith K McCammon Bolia.

A Celebration of Life will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 18, 2023, in the Rise...

John Newman

John Newman

Oct 13, 2023

John (Mike) Newman,75, loving Husband, Dad and Papa, was called to his Heavenly Home on October 13, 2023. He was born on April 19, 1948, in Winfield, Kansas, to Helen Bertha Cameron.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Ark City First Assembly of God, 3125 N Summit St, Arkansas City, KS. Visitation for...

Kurtis Jenkins

Kurtis Jenkins

Oct 10, 2023

 

Kurtis Lenn Jenkins, 63, of Kaw City, OK, was called to his eternal resting place on October 10, 2023. He entered this world on December 19, 1959, in Ark City, KS, born to Jerold Dean Jenkins, Sr. and Bonnie Carol (Sparks) Jenkins.

Since he was part of a military family, they lived all over the world were ever his...

Kevin Hiller

Kevin Hiller

Oct 8, 2023

 

Kevin Hiller, 61, beloved Brother and Uncle, was called to his eternal resting place on October 8, 2023. He entered this world on January 24, 1962, in Arkansas City, KS, born to Billy and Vivian Rundle Hiller.

Kevin grew up in Arkansas City, KS and attended schools in Arkansas City, graduating in 1980. He also attended Cowley County Community...

Robert McWhorter

Robert McWhorter

Sep 28, 2023

 

Robert W. McWhorter was born September 29, 1924 and died one day before his 99th birthday.

Robert was born to Walter William and Florence Wright McWhorter on Sept. 29, 1924, in Okemah. His mother died when he was young and his aunt Ethel McWhorter Grimma Johnson raised he and his older brother Mac.  Robert attended Roosevelt Elementary, Ponca City...

Irma Bain

Irma Bain

Sep 11, 2023

 

Irma Lee Bain, longtime rural Newkirk resident passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 11, 2023.

She was the daughter of Archie Jacob and Rose Lorene (Bryson) Kail. Born on February 16, 1932, in Ralston, OK. A few years after Irma’s birth the family moved to farm northeast of Newkirk along the Arkansas River where she was...

Larry Duane Stone

Larry Duane Stone

Aug 29, 2023

Larry Duane Stone, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, August 29th, 2023, at his residence in Newkirk, Oklahoma.

Larry was born on January 30th, 1956, in Arkansas City, Kansas to parents John (Jack) and Erma (Munday) Stone. He attended Arkansas City Schools until 1974 after which he soon joined the U.S Army. Larry’s time in the service allowed him to...

Clara Bushyhead

Clara Bushyhead

Aug 14, 2023

Clara Jennifer Bushyhead, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2023, in Ponca City, OK. She was a longtime resident of Newkirk, OK. She was born Clara Jennifer Nez on July 3, 1935, in Ft.  Defiance, AZ. Clara's legacy is defined by her love for her family and her unwavering dedication to her husband Victor...

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