Jan 8, 2026

Jan 5, 2026

James Rickard, age 54, passed from this life into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on January 5, 2026. James was born on August 31, 1971, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to Thomas Rickard and Melissa Rickard (Draper). He spent his childhood in Foraker, where he developed a love for family, adventure, and the simple joys of the great...

Jan 2, 2026

Linda Sue (Johnson) Meyer was born in Ponca City, OK on July 22, 1949 to Melvin Levi Johnson and Elsie Marie (Pitzer) Johnson. On January, 2, 2026, her Lord and Savior called her home at the age of 76. Linda grew up in the Ponca City area attending Kildare Public Schools through the 8th grade and graduating from Ponca City...

Dec 29, 2025

Georgia Lee Buffalohead, 42, beloved daughter, mother, and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on December 29, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Georgia entered this world on October 13, 1983, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, born to Ronald Lee Buffalohead and Vickie Bigbear. She was the paternal granddaughter of Roy and Dorothy (Blueback) Buffalohead.

Georgia was a loving mother to Ronnie...

Dec 28, 2025

Peggy Anderson, 74, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on December 28, 2025. She entered this world on January 13, 1951, in Dodge City, KS, born to Harry Beacham and Billie Simmons Beacham.

Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery under the care of Grace...

Dec 28, 2025

Craig (Gator) Primeaux, 75, beloved husband, father, grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on December 28, 2025. He entered this world on March 16, 1950, in Pawnee, OK, born to Amus Star and Nancy LeClair Primeaux.

Traditional noon feast and give away will be held January 1, 2026, in the Ponca Cultural Center with services to follow officiated by...

Dec 27, 2025

Leda Joann Green-SpottedCrow was born May 16, 1954 to Ralph SpottedCrow and Alma Pettit Warrior in Pawnee Ok. On Saturday December 27, Leda passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She graduated from Western Heights HS in Oklahoma City then went on to study dental hygiene at Haskell Institute. You could find Leda at tribal dances across Oklahoma on weekends....

Dec 26, 2025

Frances Alice Baur of Ponca City, Oklahoma took her peaceful heavenly flight on December 26, 2025, from her home surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith i n God, service to others, creativity, and fun!

Born on May 5, 1932, in San Francisco, California, Frances described herself as "outspoken, determined and able to do anything...

Dec 25, 2025

Howard Stanislaus Ducotey passed from this life on December 26, 2025, at the age of 83 years old after a lengthy illness. He was born October 23, 1942, in the Fairfax Oklahoma Hospital to his late parents, Mary Annie Pyeatte Ducotey and Paul Irvin Ducotey and his adopted mother Betty Viola Ducotey Higdon “WaWa”. His grandparents were Vernie Ducotey and...

Dec 25, 2025

Gregory Scott Ingmire, 64, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, in Oklahoma City, surrounded by family. Born to Wayne and Juanita Ingmire in Tonkawa, Oklahoma, Scott later made his home in Shawnee, Oklahoma, where he built a life centered around family, hard work, and unforgettable memories.

Scott was truly one of a kind. He was the life of the party,...

Dec 24, 2025

James Howard Kelsey, 71, of Newkirk, OK passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025. "Jim" was born June 23, 1954, in Aurora, Colorado to JoAnn Work Kelsey and Howard Kelsey. He is survived by his sisters, Fran Kelsey Suttles, and husband Mark of Enid, OK, Jane Kelsey Parker of McAlester, OK and his brother, Steve Kelsey and wife Risa of Fay,...

Dec 21, 2025

Carolyn (Carol) Murphy Thompson, 79, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother and aunt was called to her eternal resting place on December 21, 2025. She entered this world on August 28, 1946, in Anthony, Kansas, born to Ralph and Dorothy (Metzinger) Conrady.

Visitation will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, in Grace Memorial Chapel in Ponca City, OK from 2 p.m. to...

Dec 19, 2025

Jesse LeClair Jr. passed away on December 19, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born to Jesse LeClair Sr. and Mable (Blueback) LeClair on March 7, 1959. He was raised in the Ponca City area all his life. He was a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan.

He is survived by his daughter Francine LeClair Pratt, Annette LeClair Simpson, Clifford LeClair, brother...

Dec 17, 2025

Stan W. Loughridge was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma on March 17, 1957, to Andrew and Wilma Loughridge. He spent his childhood north and east of Newkirk, Oklahoma. He enjoyed roaming the nearby pastures with his favorite cocker spaniel, DoGo hunting rats. In grade school he discovered music and was drawn to the drums. Stan played in the Newkirk Tiger...

Dec 12, 2025

Dec 7, 2025

Max Raymond Kennedy, age 77, of Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away at his home on December 7, 2025. He was a proud Marine who loved his country and served in Vietnam. 

He is survived by his wife Lynda Kennedy and granddaughter Sophia Gregory. 

He is proceeded in death by his parents Max Kennedy and Jane (Hill) Kennedy. 

Family has chosen cremation and no...

Dec 1, 2025

Micheal Lee Perrigo (Pratt), passed away on December 1, 2025. He was born August 11, 1968, in Thornton, Colorado, to Virgil Charles Pratt and Connie L. Carr, lived a life defined by heart, humor, and an unmistakable love for people.

Micheal spent his childhood in Pawhuska, Oklahoma; Independence, Missouri; and Oklahoma City, where he attended U.S. Grant High School and distinguished...

Nov 30, 2025

Larry Dean Colvin

January 30 1942-November 30 2025

Larry Dean Colvin 83, passed away on November 30 2025. He was born on January 30 1942 to Walter and Stella Colvin in Blackwell, Oklahoma.

He attended Blackwell Public Schools. He worked at Conagra in Blackwell, Oklahoma.

Larry was a fan of OU football. He also enjoyed reading detective novels.

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Nov 25, 2025

Donna L. Walker, beloved mother, friend, and cherished member of the Ponca City community passed away on November 25, 2025, at the age of 87. Donna was born on January 25, 1938, in Ponca City, Oklahoma. She returned to call this beautiful place home throughout her life after living in Corpus Christi, Texas, North Dakota and the Washington D.C. area.

After...

Nov 25, 2025

Barbara L. Murray Caldwell met Jesus face to face on November 25, 2025, at the age of 82. She is now rejoicing with Him and reunited with her husband Johnny, sons John and Chris, great-granddaughter Oaklyn and other loved ones in Heaven. Barbara was born on February 2, 1943, the youngest of four children to Oral A. Murray and Lillie...