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Ponca City, Oklahoma Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Ponca City, Oklahoma & Surrounding Areas

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Brenda  Stinson

Brenda  Stinson

Aug 19, 2025

Brenda Stinson, born December 5, 1957, to Ephraim and Carol Jordan in Enid, Oklahoma. She passed away on August 19, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She lived a life full of family and laughter—always happiest when she was with those she loved.

Brenda attended McKinley Elementary School, East Junior High, and Ponca City High School, later proudly earning her G.E.D....

Joseph DeNoya

Joseph DeNoya

Aug 19, 2025

Joseph Daniel DeNoya, a lifelong resident of Ponca City, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 19, 2025, at the age of 70. Joe was born on September 29, 1954, in Ponca City to Marcus Franklin DeNoya and Helen Gertrude DeNoya.

Joe graduated from Ponca City High School and continued his education at a paint and body...

Nancy Pulley

Nancy Pulley

Aug 17, 2025

Nancy Ann Pulley was born October 1st, 1939, in Eureka Springs Arkansas to Joseph Dalton and Amy May (Baty) O’Meara. She was paving the way from day one, as they announced that she was the first baby to be born at the new hospital. From a young age she was always one that set the pace for her siblings to...

Vicky Kelly

Vicky Kelly

Aug 16, 2025

Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Vicky Lou Kelly, passed away on August 16th, 2025 after a long illness. She was 76.

Funeral service will be held August 20th, 2025 at 10am. Service will be at the St. Lukes Church of the Nazarene, Ponca City, Ok. Officiated by Pastor David Frees. Vicky was born January 1st, 1949 to Ross and...

James McNew

James McNew

Aug 15, 2025

James “Jim” McNew, age 86, passed away on August 15, 2025. Jim was born on September 21, 1938, in Ponca City, OK to D.G. McNew and Alice (Kirchenbauer) McNew. He grew up in Osage County just outside of Ponca City and graduated from Ponca City High School in 1956. In 1957, Jim met the love of his life, Iva Louise...

Alan Roy

Alan Roy

Aug 12, 2025

Alan "Crazy Grandpa" Roy passed away on August 12, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on December 24, 1972, in Edmond, Oklahoma, Alan Dean Roy was the son of Rodney Roy and Louise Roy (Willis). He was a man of great courage and relentless love for his friends and family, well-respected and journeyed through life....

Tina Youker

Tina Youker

Aug 4, 2025

Tina Rae Youker, born on July 9, 1955, in Wichita, Kansas, departed this earthly realm on August 4, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy rich with love, compassion, and an indomitable spirit. Tina’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith in Jesus and her deep-rooted connection to her family and community, which she cherished above all...

Donald Waller

Donald Waller

Aug 2, 2025

Donald (Don) Waller passed away in the early morning hours of August 2, 2025, with his wife by his side. He was born in Charlotte, North Carolina to Kathryn (Wolz) and Forrest Waller on April 11, 1938. At an early age, his family moved to Ponca City where he attended McCord Elementary and then East Junior High. He graduated from...

Bernadine Gray

Bernadine Gray

Aug 1, 2025

Bernadine Lorraine Gray passed away on August 1st, 2025, at the age of 85, in Turlock, California. She started her life on July 24th, 1940, in Pawnee, Oklahoma with her parents Charles and Thelma Johnston.

A Funeral Service will be held in Bernadine’s honor at Grace Memorial Chapel in Ponca City, Oklahoma on Friday, August 8th, 2025, at 10 am. Her...

Kenneth Dillow

Kenneth Dillow

Jul 25, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Loyd Dillow passed away on July 25th, 2025, at his home in Shidler, Oklahoma. His wife and family were by his side. Kenny was born to loving parents Virgil Edward Dillow and LeEtta Delena (Alberty) Dillow on August 19, 1951, in Guymon, Oklahoma.

Kenny served in the US Navy from 1970-1974 before transferring to the Naval Reserve. Shortly after...

Thomas C. Singleton

Thomas C. Singleton

Jul 18, 2025

Thomas Clinon Singleton left this world and many who loved him behind on July 18, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He lived a long full life that began on October 1, 1942. He was born to Tim Clinon and Ruby Ellen (Thompson) Singleton in Bonham, Texas. He spent his childhood in Texas.

A funeral service will be held in honor of...

Sharon McElveen

Sharon McElveen

Jul 16, 2025

Sharon Kay (Spencer) McElveen was born December 25, 1941, in Hardtner, Kansas to Henry Leonard Spencer and Hazel Naomi (Holt) Spencer. She was the second of four Children, Becky, Sharon, Terry, and Anita.

On the bright sunny morning of Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the physical age of 83 years, 6 months, and 16 days, Sharon’s Eternal Spirit departed the bounds...

Dianne Wright

Dianne Wright

Jul 12, 2025

In loving remembrance, we gather to celebrate the life of Dianne Marie Wright, a vibrant spirit who graced our lives from February 5, 1954, until her serene departure on July 12, 2025. Born in Stockton, California, Dianne carried with her the joy of life that ignited every room she entered. She was an extraordinary woman, not just for her accomplishments,...

Jeremy Cowan

Jeremy Cowan

Jun 26, 2025

Jeremy Ray Cowan, born December 21, 1980, in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Jimmy and Janelle (Breedlove) Cowan. He gained his wings on June 26, 2025, in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

Jeremy enjoyed fishing and mechanics. He loved spending time with his family and his dogs. He hated corn dogs! He loved mud racing, camping, and spending time at the lake.

Jeremy is survived...

Don Clinton

Don Clinton

Jun 26, 2025

Don C. Clinton passed away June 26th, 2025, with his family by his side. Don was 94, born April 3rd, 1931, to parents Charles Madison and Ida Franciscka (Rieck) Clinton in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Don spent his early years in Ponca City before proudly serving his country in the United States Army. His military service took him to many places,...

Catherine (Kate) Bozek

Catherine (Kate) Bozek

Jun 22, 2025

Catherine “Kate” Kelly Bozek was born on September 22, 1949, and passed away June 22, 2025. She was born to Thomas and Nell Kelly at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

A rosary and visitation for family and friends will be held at Grace Memorial Chapel in Ponca City, Oklahoma on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 6:00 pm. Mass of...

Donovan O'Hair

Donovan O'Hair

Jun 20, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donovan Scott O'Hair, who peacefully went to be with the Lord on July 20, 2025, at the age of 56.

Donovan was born June 3, 1968 in Alva, Oklahoma to Scotty and Patty (McFarland) O'Hair. He graduated from Ponca City High School while living with his Dad and step-mom Nancy....