OBITUARIES
Local obituaries in Edmond, OK
William Anthony Junk
Feb 25, 2026
William Anthony Junk finished his race and received his crown of glory on February 25, 2026.
He was born on February 22, 1961, to Leo and Mildred Junk in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He is the youngest of six children. He is preceded in death by both his parents and his oldest sister, Constance Hollins. He is survived by his wife, Stacy Junk,...
Joseph R. Perez
Feb 24, 2026
Joseph Raymond Perez passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, surrounded by family. Born in Visalia, California, Joe was the youngest of three children of Dolores Caseres Perez and Jess Perez Sr., both originally from Mexico. He grew up in Fresno alongside his beloved siblings, Alice Bragg and Jess Perez, Jr. Family lore holds that Alice once brought her adorable...
Carlotta J Wood
Feb 24, 2026
Carlotta (Best) Wood, 71, of Edmond, Oklahoma went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 24, 2026. She was born on January 17, 1955, in Stillwater, Ok, to Norman (Bud) and Shirley Best. She married James (Jim) Wood on February 2, 1973.
Throughout her life, Carlotta enjoyed flower gardening at home, with her mother, daughter and sister. She also...
Nina Margaret Hayes
Feb 24, 2026
Nina Margaret Martin Hayes of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on February 24th, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City after a short battle with cancer. She was born January 15, 1949, in Prague, Oklahoma, to the late Juanita June Pevehouse and Hugo Franklin Martin, Jr.
Nina is survived by her son Michael Hayes and wife Angie; nephew Tyson and niece Gabrielle;...
Joe Dale Weedn
Feb 23, 2026
Joe Dale Weedn was born on July 22, 1965, in Edmond, Oklahoma, and passed away on February 23, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was a devoted family man whose life centered around the people he loved most.
He was known for being a great cook, always finding joy in preparing meals and bringing people together. He loved the outdoors, especially...
Wanda Kay Taylor
Feb 21, 2026
Wanda "Kay" Taylor, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on February 21, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 6, 1947, in Duncan, Oklahoma, Kay lived a life marked by deep faith, abundant love, and a gift for making every place she touched feel like home.
Kay was first married to John McCutchen on June 6, 1965, and...
Angela Renee Snodgrass
Feb 20, 2026
It is with deep sadness and profound loss that we announce the sudden passing of Angie Snodgrass age 51, of Edmond, Oklahoma. She was called home to her heavenly father on February 20th, 2026.
Angie was born to Ron and Susie Lute on February 8th, 1975, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Angie was raised in the north Edmond area where she grew...
Ann McPherson Hayes
Feb 19, 2026
Ann McPherson Hayes was born on September 9, 1938, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to C.E. “Mr. Mac” McPherson and May McPherson. She celebrated many glorious reunions in Heaven on February 19, 2026.
In her early years, Ann lived in various towns across Oklahoma and Kansas while her father worked in the oil business. Her family ultimately settled in Ada, Oklahoma, during her...
Karen Ann Whaley
Feb 19, 2026
Karen Ann (Collins) Whaley, 78, went to be with the Lord on February 19, 2026. Born on January 14, 1948, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of Helen (Kuhlman) and Floyd Collins. Karen grew up in Minco, Oklahoma and graduated from Minco High School before obtaining a bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. It was there Karen...
Megan Nicole Thomas
Feb 17, 2026
It is with the deepest sorrow that we share the tragic news that Megan Nicole Thomas passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the age of 27, in her family home.
Megan was so many things to so many people, but to ALL of us she was truly one of a kind. She was the most unique, quirky, loveable,...
Charles David Von Holten
Feb 17, 2026
Charles “David” Von Holten, 83, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 13, 1942, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, David was the son of Earl and Peggy Von Holten. He built a successful career as an investment advisor, earning the trust and respect of clients through his integrity, wisdom, and steady guidance.
Above...
John Bays "Buddy" Hannon
Feb 16, 2026
John “Buddy” Hannon, 82, went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2026. Born on April 26, 1943, in Lawton, he was the son of Marjorie Ann (Ferguson) and Buddy Hannon.
Buddy grew up alongside his three sisters, Judy, Ann and Beverly, sharing a lifelong bond built on love, laughter and loyalty. A gifted athlete, he graduated from Midwest City...
Jill Marlene Keener
Feb 16, 2026
Jill Marlene Keener, most recently of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away in 2026, leaving behind a legacy of profound kindness and a fierce, unwavering love for her family.
Born in Harrah, Oklahoma, Jill was the deeply loved, adopted daughter of George Peters and Bobbie Couch. A proud graduate of Harrah High School’s Class of 1990 and a true '80s kid at heart,...
Jack Howard Oak
Feb 16, 2026
Jack Howard Oak, 87, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026. Born in Chariton, Iowa in 1938, he built a life defined by service, dedication, and quiet strength.
A proud graduate of Iowa State University, and continued his education of Veterinary Medicine at Davis University in California. His career led him to the United States Department of Agriculture with a specialty...
Verlyn Ruth Reneau
Feb 16, 2026
Verlyn Phipps Reneau
January 14, 1936 - February 16, 2026
Verlyn Phipps Reneau passed from this life on Monday, February 16, 2026. She was born in Hobart, Oklahoma on January 14, 1936 to Joe and Ethel Pearl (Bates) Phipps. She grew up in the Sedan Community where she graduated from Sedan High School in 1954. She married Donald Lloyd Reneau on September...
William Hughes Denyer
Feb 15, 2026
William “Bill” Denyer died on February 15, 2026, in Miami, FL, at the age of 95.
Bill was born on August 8, 1930, in Drumright, OK, to Sam and Ida Denyer. Growing up in Drumright, Bill enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was an Eagle Scout, played trumpet in the high school marching band, and took his responsibility for milking cows “down...
James A. Cannon
Feb 14, 2026
James Ambrose Cannon was born on January 11, 1936, and passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great‑grandfather, Jim lived a full life marked by faithfulness, hard work, a strong faith in Jesus his Savior, and deep love for those around him.
Jim was born to Merle and Gladys...
Johnie Foster Meeker
Feb 11, 2026
Johnie Foster Meeker left this world peacefully on February 11, 2026 (his 87th birthday), surrounded by his loving family at his home in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Johnie was born on February 11, 1939, in Braggs, Oklahoma, the son of Foster Meeker and Pauline Kiespert. Being the youngest of 4 children, he always lightened the mood with his practical jokes and ready wit.
Johnie...
Margaret Ellen Clawson
Feb 11, 2026
It was the ninth day of September in 1933 that a little baby girl made her appearance in Chickasha, Grady, Oklahoma. Just what her father needed – another mouth to feed and a female one at that. I was the third daughter of Robert and Beulah Josephine Fields Davis. The first daughter was born and died the same date, August...
Katherine Yvonne Williams
Feb 10, 2026
Katherine Yvonne Williams was born August 26, 1957. She departed this life February 10, 2026. She was a loving friend, daughter, sister and aunt. She was a long time caregiver to her Father James G. Williams. She was a very talented artist for many years, and worked for many years as a librarian.
Katherine is survived by her father James G....

