OBITUARIES
Local obituaries in Edmond, OK
Patrick Michael Wilsey
Dec 8, 2025
Patrick Michael Wilsey passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at his home in Edmond, Oklahoma after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Pat was born on March 31, 1950, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Lawrence Earl Wilsey and Loraine (Glynn) Wilsey. Pat was married to Rebecca Jan (Hutchison) Wilsey from 1977 until her death in January of 2021.
He had a...
Annilee M Finch
Dec 7, 2025
Annilee McNutt Hughes Finch was born March 8, 1939 in Hobart, OK. She went home eighty-six years later on December 7, 2025. Being the last of her generation, Annilee was preceded in death by her husbands James “Jim” Thomas Hughes and William “Bill” Earl Finch, her parents Alex and Mildred (Heiney) McNutt, her big sister and brother in-law Kathleen and...
Richard Paul Edwards
Dec 6, 2025
Richard Paul Edwards III, 45, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2025. Born on September 13, 1980, Richard was the son of Dr. Richard Paul Jr. and Cindy Lou Edwards. He grew into a man defined by his love for his family, but also enjoyed spending peaceful time alone, mixed in with trips to the ballpark to...
Kenneth Leon Barnes
Dec 5, 2025
Kenneth Leon Barnes was born to William Avery and Grace Mary Mayfield-Barnes on February 19, 1934, at Phillipsburg, near Bartlesville, Oklahoma, where William Avery was employed with Phillips Petroleum Company. Kenneth went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 5, 2025. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, two sisters, his wife of...
Deanna Kay Land
Dec 5, 2025
Deanna Kay (Briggs) Land (80) passed away on December 5, 2025, at her home in Edmond, Oklahoma surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Prairie Grove, Arkansas on April 10, 1945. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank Reed Briggs and Betty Mae Briggs Crum. Deanna grew up and attended public schools in Stilwell, Oklahoma where she...
Thomas Baroi
Dec 4, 2025
Thomas Baroi, 77, passed away on December 4, 2025, at SSM Saint Anthony Hospital. Family and friends were faithfully by his side during these last few months. Those who knew Thomas can attest to his character and faith in God. He was thoughtful with his words and was the absolute best at giving advice in any situation. He was truly...
Dennis T Barrett
Dec 4, 2025
There will be a come and go reception from 6:00pm until 7:00pm on Monday, December 15, 2025, for those who would like to pay their respects to Dennis’ memory.
Dennis T. Barrett, age 74, was born in Corpus Christi, Florida on January 25, 1951 at 12:04 p.m. Dennis passed away on December 4, 2025 at 12:04 p.m. at his home in...
Jacquelyn Marie Hicks
Dec 2, 2025
Jackie was born in Pensacola, Florida, attended St. Stephen’s Catholic School for 8 years and graduated from Catholic High School in 1967, enjoying many activities, sports, and academic achievements while developing many lifelong friendships. She went on to complete the Registered Nurse program at the University of West Florida. As a Psychiatric Nurse working at Escambia County Hospital, she met...
Barbara Jean Fisher
Nov 28, 2025
Barbara Fisher, aged 99, of Edmond, Oklahoma passed away peacefully while in the company of her family. She was born to Clyde and Lena Minter on September 10, 1926, in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
Barbara was a farm girl and grew up in a devout Christian family. She loved all God’s creatures and being outdoors. She learned to garden and take care of...
Richard Allen Beauchamp
Nov 26, 2025
Richard Allen Beauchamp, 76, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully and was surrounded by his family on November 26, 2025. Born on May 12, 1949 in Lawton, Oklahoma, Richard was the son of Udell and Mary Lou Beauchamp. He grew into a man defined by dedication, curiosity, and a genuine love for the world around him. He graduated from Eisenhower...
John Burton Hayes
Nov 24, 2025
John Burton Hayes was born March 21, 1938, in Wilburton, Oklahoma to John Ira and Lena Wood Hayes. He passed away just how he wanted – in charge of his exit – on November 24, 2025, at home in Edmond, Oklahoma.
John grew up in Wilburton with his older sister, Mary Nell. John was raised by a single mother (who was...
Russell Keith Charter
Nov 24, 2025
Russell Keith Charter
December 28, 1959 – November 24, 2025
Russell Keith Charter joined his Heavenly Father on November 24, 2025. He is survived by his daughter, Andalyn; his brothers and sisters-in-law Ted and Barbara Charter, Rick Charter, and Tim and Cheryl Charter; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Russ was preceded in death by his parents, Marilyn and Fred Charter, and...
Elbert Cecil Bond
Nov 23, 2025
Elbert Cecil Bond was born on March 6th, 1931, during the Great Depression, the 8th of 9 children in Port, Oklahoma. He grew up in Sentinel, Oklahoma where he accepted Christ and was baptized at the First Baptist Church of Sentinel.
He worked as a printer at the local newspaper while attending high school. He joined the army in 1951 and...
Doris Mae Nelson
Nov 22, 2025
Doris Mae Nelson of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away November 22, 2025, peacefully at her home. Doris was born to Esther Moody in Chicago, Illinois.
Doris was married to Bernard Nelson for 48 years until his passing. Through their union Doris was blessed with three sons, Larry, Jim, and Richard. She lived for her three boys; they were the love of her...
Joseph Wonjin Kim
Nov 21, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Kim, age 33, passed away on November 21, 2025. Born with a warm and generous heart, Joe lived his life caring deeply for the people he loved. He was a compassionate son, brother, and friend who consistently put others before himself. Thoughtful and meticulous, he planned ahead in everything he did, always hoping to spare those around him...
Bertha Marie Potts
Nov 20, 2025
Bertha “Bert” Marie (Dain) Potts, beloved minister, community leader, wife, mother, and grandmother, was born on August 7, 1948, in Guymon, Oklahoma, the only child of Curtis Dain and Betty (Costner) Dain. After a brief time in Liberal, Kansas, the family settled in Woodward, Oklahoma, where Bert’s lifelong devotion to service, music, and faith first took root.
As a young teenager,...
Warren "Ray" Graham
Nov 19, 2025
Warren Ray Graham, “Ray” was born in Wagoner, Oklahoma on July 10, 1939, and passed on November 19, 2025. He was 86 years old. “Coach Graham” as he was lovingly known by his Wichita, Kansas high school track and cross-country runners, was not just their coach but a friend, mentor, and teacher of physical education. For many years he and...
Rickey Leroy Randolph
Nov 19, 2025
Rickey Leroy Randolph, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on December 24, 1956, Rickey was raised with deep love by his parents in Edmond, Oklahoma—a community he cherished and called home throughout his entire life.
A graduate of Memorial High School, Rickey went on to build a remarkable legacy...
Edith Mae Hall
Nov 18, 2025
Edith Mae Hall, lovingly known as “Gigi,” age 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 18, 2025.
Edith was born on December 28, 1934, in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to Mary Davis and Cecil Truitt. She was the second of seven children. She married the love of her life, Hurshel Hall, on December 6, 1952, in Stillwater, Oklahoma....

