Local obituaries for Sallisaw, Oklahoma.
Gaylen Sue Freeman
Feb 17, 2026
Gaylen Sue Freeman, 82, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She made her home in Sallisaw, Oklahoma for 30 plus years. She was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on Sunday, April 11, 1943, to the late Mount Lonzalo Short and Mary Belle (McCullough) Willis.
Gaylen was employed in many different fields during her life, including banking and...
Lydia Mae Taylor
Feb 14, 2026
Lydia Mae Taylor, affectionately known as Grandma Mae, passed away on February 14, 2026, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on August 8, 1952, in Garden City, Kansas, Lydia lived a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and community. As a homemaker, she embraced her role with grace and joy, creating a warm and loving environment for her loved ones.
Lydia’s passion for...
Barbara Sue Swearingen
Feb 13, 2026
Barbara Sue Swearingen, born July 3, 1948, in Marysville, California, passed away on February 13, 2026, at the age of 77. She was a devoted follower of Christ, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and a faithful servant to others throughout her life.She truly embodied the heart of a Proverbs 31 woman. Her life was marked by faith, humility,...
Larry Scott Jeremiah
Feb 11, 2026
Larry Scott Jeremiah, 54, of Roland, Oklahoma, was born on February 1, 1972, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, to Melinda Gail DeFosse and Larry Dale Jeremiah. Scott passed away on February 11, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas.
Scott was in the oilfield services. He was a cherished father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, who passed away, leaving behind an indelible mark on all...
Judith Ann Balmain
Feb 9, 2026
Judy Ann (Wales) Balmain, 80, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, went to her heavenly home on Monday, February 9, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. She was born on January 25, 1946, in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, to Henry Harold and Faye Nell (Adams) Wales. Judy was raised by her loving grandparents, Bill and Gladys Adams of Watts, Oklahoma.
On May 9, 1964, she married...
Mayme Marie Thornell
Feb 5, 2026
Mayme Marie Thornell, born on March 4, 1937, in Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away on February 5, 2026, in her hometown. A beloved member of Brushy Holiness Church and a devoted homemaker, Mayme's life was a testament to love, service, and cherished relationships.
Mayme had a diverse career that included working at Sallisaw Nursing Home, OK Foods, and Stilwell Cannery. She also...
Arthur Joseph Locust
Jan 28, 2026
Arthur “Joe” Joseph Locust, born September 20, 1964, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Lizzie (Buster) Locust and Thomas Locust Sr., passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in Gore, Oklahoma.
Joe was a man who lived life rooted in faith, family, and the great outdoors. A lifelong trapper and avid outdoorsman, he found joy and peace in fishing, turkey hunting, and...
Cynthia Annette Hendrix
Jan 19, 2026
Cynthia Annette (Darland) Hendrix, 63, of Gans, Oklahoma, passed away January 19, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Cindy married Gary Hendrix on November 24, 2004, where they resided in Gans, Oklahoma. She loved spending time with Gary, watching OU football, and Thunder basketball. In her younger days, Cindy was an athlete who played basketball all through high school and was also...
Judy Ann Eklund
Jan 10, 2026
Judy Ann Eklund, of Roland, Oklahoma, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away surrounded by the love of her family.
She was a proud and caring wife and mother to her husband and her two daughters, and a deeply devoted grandmother to her four grandchildren, whom she cared for deeply. After many years of dedicated service at the...
Thomas Locust Jr.
Jan 9, 2026
Thomas Locust Jr., a devoted family man and cherished member of the community, passed away on January 9, 2026, in Gore, Oklahoma, at the age of 68 years, 3 months, and 22 days. Born on September 18, 1957, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Thomas lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and passion.
After completing his education, graduating from the Class of...
Rachel Elizabeth Tucker
Jan 7, 2026
Rachel Elizabeth Tucker, a devoted homemaker and cherished member of her family, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Roland, Oklahoma. Born on October 15, 1947, in Greenville, Mississippi, Rachel displayed a deep love for the Lord and a profound faith, having been the child of a pastor of the Apostolic Faith. Her unwavering commitment to her beliefs was reflected...
Kirby Dale Clifton
Jan 6, 2026
Kirby Dale Clifton, a cherished member of the Muldrow, Oklahoma community, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on October 24, 1936, he lived a life filled with purpose, love, and a passion for the simple pleasures that life offered.
Kirby dedicated many years to his career in the furniture industry, where he became known for...
Charles Alton Sharp
Jan 6, 2026
Charles “Birdie/Chuck/Alton” Sharp, of Muldrow, Oklahoma, born January 25, 1947, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, passed away January 06, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Known by many names and loved by even more people, Charles lived a life rooted in the outdoors, family, and simple joys.
A true outdoorsman, Charles felt most alive in the woods, on the water,...
Richard Odell Qualls
Jan 3, 2026
Richard Odell Qualls went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 12:03 am, surrounded by family and held in the peace of God’s promises. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather; a beloved brother and friend; and a faithful servant of Christ whose life was marked by humility, generosity, and...
Bradley Wayne Miller
Dec 19, 2025
Today we come together to remember and honor the life of Bradley Wayne Miller, born September 27, 1989, and passed away on December 19, 2025.
Bradley’s life was defined by love — especially the love he had for his three children, Autumn, Aiden, and Kinsley. They were his heart, his pride, and his greatest purpose. Everything he did was rooted in...
Michael Brewer
Dec 18, 2025
Michael Alan Brewer, a beloved family man and talented musician of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at home on December 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 10, 1951, in Bakersfield, California, Michael lived a life full of passion, creativity, and laughter, which he generously shared with those around him.
Retiring as a conductor from Kansas City Southern...
Bellamy Coraline Mithlo
Dec 14, 2025
Bellamy Coraline Mithlo, a beloved daughter, sister, and granddaughter, was born on March 7, 2022, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She passed away on December 14, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, leaving behind a legacy of joy and love that touched the lives of all who knew her.
During her short but vibrant life, Bellamy brought boundless energy and happiness into the world....
Ernest Harris
Dec 12, 2025
Ernest Harris, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, departed this life on December 12, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 6, 1949, in Lawton, Oklahoma, Ernest was known for his vibrant personality and diverse interests that brought joy to those around him.
Ernest had a profound love for motorcycles, often seen with a smile as he rode...
Jonathon Caleb Greene
Dec 8, 2025
Jonathon Caleb Greene, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on December 8, 2025, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He was born on May 8, 1993, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Jonathon was known for his work as a self-employed tree cutter and trimmer, a profession that allowed him to enjoy the great outdoors, an endeavor he truly loved, especially...
Ellen Mae Franklin
Dec 6, 2025
Ellen Mae Franklin, a devoted career homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, in Roland, Oklahoma, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on August 21, 1949, in Big Spring, Texas, and lived a life dedicated to nurturing her family.
A proud member of the Baptist faith, Ellen was an active participant in the...
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