Apr 11, 2026

Nita JoAnn Ports, age 85, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt passed away April 11, 2026. JoAnn was born October 4th, 1940, in Mulhall, Oklahoma to Eivy and Peggy Craighead Carson. She grew up in Ponca City with her older siblings, Adaline, Forrest and Della. She married her high school sweetheart Bobby Meadows and they had three daughters: Peggy, Kim,...

Apr 8, 2026

Gloria Ann Carillo Barbero passed away on April 8, 2026, in Shidler, Oklahoma. Born on September 11, 1958, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, Gloria's life was a testament to family, heritage, and joyful celebration.

Gloria’s journey began in Ponca City, where she cultivated a deep connection to her community and heritage, proudly embracing her roots as a member of the Otoe Missouria...

Apr 8, 2026

Vicky Lynn Owens, age 74, of Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in Ponca City on April 8, 2026. She was born on March 16, 1952, to Betty Bloxsom (Burns-Smith) and Leonard Burns, who preceded her in death.

Vicky shared a lifelong love story with her husband, Mike Owens. The childhood sweethearts were together for 58 years, building a life centered...

Apr 8, 2026

Don was born in Wister, OK in the back room of a small country store owned and operated by his parents Faye (Chaplin) and Val Waters. He learned the value of hard work, discipline and sacrifice from his mother, who continued to operate the store and other businesses until the day of her passing at age 93.

He attended school in...

Apr 5, 2026

Apr 3, 2026

Gary R. Smith, 79, of Ponca city Oklahoma went to be in the loving arms of the Lord on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the VA hospital in Oklahoma city.

Gary is survived by his wife of almost 20 years, Amy Smith. Decades of blissful and prosperous union travelling, dining, drinking and doing fun games. Gary travelled with Amy to most...

Apr 2, 2026

Samantha Patricia Roacho Carrasco, 31 years young, mother of four, passed away on April 2nd, 2026. She was born in Ponca City OK, to Jesus Roacho and Mercedes Carrasco.

She lived a life filled with love and laughter. Her memories are forever a treasure that we will keep forever ♾️ Always in our hearts. She loved music, family time and having...

Mar 28, 2026

Salvador Chavez-Barragan falleció el 28 de marzo de 2026 en Ponca City, Oklahoma. Nacido el 8 de febrero de 1945 en Cotija, Michoacán, la vida de Salvador estuvo marcada por la dedicación tanto a su carrera profesional como a su amada familia.

Salvador era conocido por su inquebrantable amor hacia su familia. Le encantaba cocinar, deleitándose al preparar comidas que reunían...

Mar 25, 2026

Roland Baker Stone was born on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 11:53p.m., to parents Amanda Mae (Barrett) Stone and Harley Stone at Integris Health Hospital in Ponca City, Oklahoma. He was absolutely perfect in every way but was born sleeping and tasked with being a guardian angel to all those who loved him instead of staying to play.

Roland is deeply...

Mar 24, 2026

Frances M. Lawrence peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. She was an amazing and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. An absolutely beautiful soul, both inside and out. Despite her declining health in recent years, she remained steadfast in her love of God and her family.

Frances was born in Winfield, Kansas on March 3, 1930, to...

Mar 24, 2026

Pearline Denise DeLodge, a cherished member of the Ponca City community, passed away on March 24, 2026, in her hometown of Ponca City, Oklahoma. Born on December 16, 1964, Pearline's life was marked by warmth, laughter, and an enduring love for her family and community.

Known for her radiant smile and infectious laughter, Pearline was beloved by everyone who had the...

Mar 21, 2026

Toni Kaye (Hawthorn) Baughman passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Via Christi Hospital in Ponca City.

Born on August 5, 1951, in Ponca City to Bill and Nancy Hawthorn. She attended Ponca City Public Schools. On June 11, 1973, she married the love of her life, Jack Baughman. They spent several years in various places following Jack’s work...

Mar 15, 2026

Cody Ray Forte, 35 years of age, journeyed to the Spirit World to be among the Star Nation Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was born to his mother Frances McIntosh-Brown on August 30, 1990, and was such a blessing.

In 1994, Cody started on the Red Road and became the family of Frances McIntosh and Mekasi Horinek. He resided in Oklahoma...

Mar 12, 2026

On March 25, 1956 , a stupendous baby boy was born to Chester and Gustavia [Ligons] Anderson, Sr., in Hoffman, Oklahoma. He was the 6th child born to this union. A baby boy who brought joy, delight, laughter, chaos and much love. It was only befitting to give him a name meaning conquering or victorious, Vincent Sheanard Anderson.

Vincent, affectionately referred...

Mar 10, 2026

Rubina Muller Eliu loving mother and wife passed away on March 10th in Oklahoma City Oklahoma.

She will always be remembered for the love she gave. She was known for being an amazing cook and her dishes will be missed dearly by all of those who were lucky enough to get a taste of her food. She was a God fearing...

Mar 10, 2026

Deborah “Debbie” Kent, 74. Our beloved Mother passed away on March 10, 2026, in Newkirk, OK. Born on February 19, 1952, in Arkansas City, KS to Jessie Illean Cochran and Frank Kennedy.

She loved and adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was a hard worker all her life with a beautiful soul. She done anything and everything she could to...

Mar 7, 2026

Vera Elizabeth Sherbon, born on December 7, 1933, in Arkansas, peacefully passed away on March 7, 2026, in Ponca City, Oklahoma. She was a remarkable woman known for her feistiness, generosity, and kindness. For many, Vera was a second mother, offering love and support to those who crossed her path.

Vera dedicated her career to childcare, having specialized in this field...

Feb 24, 2026

Carla Alice Sanders, born on December 28, 1959, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Carla was a woman of style and grace, always dressed to impress, which matched her vibrant personality. She was known for her remarkable cooking skills and created culinary delights that brought...

Feb 23, 2026

Jamie Donetta Harden, 61, passed away on February 23, just days before her 62nd birthday.

Born on February 28, 1964, Jamie was raised north of Ponca City, where her family operated the Harden Dairy Farm for many years. She attended Kildare Elementary School and graduated from Ponca City High School in 1982. Those who knew the Harden Dairy Farm’s annual Haunted...

Feb 14, 2026

Former Ponca City resident Haldane (Tommie) Gladden, daughter of Garland Jennings and Leona Alice (Mintz) Presley, was born June 22, 1928 in Stillwell. Oklahoma and departed life on Feb. 14, 2026 in Sapulpa Oklahoma.

She married William EC Gladden in Stilwell, Oklahoma on May 1, 1948. They made their first home in Tulsa, Oklahoma and then settled in Ponca City, Oklahoma...