OBITUARIES
Local obituaries in Edmond, OK
Dennis Leon Lovett
Jul 21, 2026
Dennis Leon Lovett, 72, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Dennis was born on October 17, 1953, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Davis and Barbara Lovett. He was raised in Redfield, South Dakota, where he excelled both in the classroom and in athletics. He served as class president, was editor...
Mary Grace Stephenson
Jul 20, 2026
Mary Grace Stephenson, age 91, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on August 19, 1934, in Cove, Arkansas to Fred and Mary Gladys Hunter.
Mary Grace graduated from High School in Mena, Arkansas, in 1952. She pursued her passion for learning by attending the University of Texas...
Helga Weiss Green
Jul 17, 2026
Helga Weiss Green, beloved wife, mother, Omi, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born on September 20, 1938, in Kassel, Germany, where her early years shaped the resilience and quiet strength that would define her life.
Helga met her husband, Thomas Green, while he was stationed in Paris, France—a chance encounter...
Bailey Nicole Mirkovich
Jul 15, 2026
Bailey, born on July 17, 1990, in Guthrie Oklahoma, left this world on July 15, 2026, after a long courageous battle with Huntington’s disease. Her life, though tragically cut short, was filled with love, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to her family.
Bailey was the daughter of John Trimberger and Tamara Sanders but was lovingly raised with John by her mother...
Lois Katherine Burley
Jul 13, 2026
Lois Katherine Burley was born Lois Tinney, on February 12, 1929, to Alfred and Mae Tinney, in Hitchita, Oklahoma. She was the youngest of 8 children and lived her entire childhood in McIntosh County. She graduated valedictorian from Checotah High School in 1947. After finishing high school, she moved that summer to Tulsa where she started employment. For most of...
Richard Alan Bergen
Jul 12, 2026
Richard Alan Bergen departed this world on July 12, 2026, at his home in Edmond, Oklahoma.
Richard was born on December 9, 1958, in Clinton, Oklahoma to John Richard and Mary Bergen. He loved working on cars and beginning at the tender age of 17 he built his first car. After graduating from high school in 1976 he attended Okmulgee Tech....
John William "Bill" Hess
Jul 11, 2026
John William “Bill” Hess, 94, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior on July 11, 2026, just two days after celebrating his 94th birthday.
Bill was born on July 9, 1932, in Balmorhea, Texas, near Pecos. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, demonstrating the same quiet courage and commitment...
Jack & Barbara Tabor
Jul 8, 2026
Today we are celebrating the life of two wonderful people who have left this world to join our loving God in Heaven.
Jack Dempsey Tabor was the youngest of six children born in Muldrow Oklahoma to James and Dovie Tabor. After his father died when he was only a toddler, he and his brother James “Jim”, age six, were sent to...
Philip Raymond Courtin
Jul 8, 2026
The Memorial Service for Philip “Phil” Raymond Courtin, 74, of Edmond, will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday July 17, 2026, at Matthews Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation and arrangements are by Matthews Funeral Home & Cremation Services.
Phil was born May 26, 1952, in Rochester, MN to Raymond Frank and Anne (Symonds) Courtin and met his heavenly father Wednesday July 8,...
Monica Ann Mahon
Jul 7, 2026
Monica Ann Mahon, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend, and faithful servant of God, passed peacefully into eternal life on July 17, 2026, in Edmond, Oklahoma, at the age of 90.
Monica was born on March 18, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York, to John and Hazel Owens. She was the middle daughter of three sisters, joining Eileen and Janice, both...
Ralph Jaeger
Jul 6, 2026
Ralph Jaeger, loving husband, devoted father, and committed servant of Jesus, died peacefully on 6 July 2026, surrounded by his children. From solid German Lutheran roots, his life was marked by tremendous self-discipline and dedication that blessed the lives of others.
Ralph was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin on 6 December 1932 to Esther and Albert Jaeger. He was baptized into...
William Kerry Moore
Jul 6, 2026
Private William Kerry Moore, 71, of Eufaula, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 6th, 2026. Born on January 26th, 1955, in Edmond, Oklahoma. A patriot, Moore answered the call of duty and enlisted in The United States Marine Corps from 1972-1974.
Kerry spent his time enjoying lake life with his wife, watching football and fishing. He loved Sooners football, country music...
Emberly Jo Hurst
Jul 6, 2026
Emberly Jo Hurst, 36, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Emberly was born on July 5, 1990, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to William "Sparky" Hurst and Debra Bryant Hurst. At the age of four, she moved with her family to Katy, Texas, where she attended Katy Independent School District schools and graduated from Cinco Ranch High School...
James Dean Harrison
Jul 4, 2026
James Dean "Jim" Harrison of Edmond, OK passed away Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in Oklahoma City, OK.
He was born June 18th, 1939, in Tishomingo, OK. He graduated from Tishomingo High School and served in the Oklahoma Army National Guard.
James retired as an electrician from Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company.
He loved being with his family and friends, especially his three great-grandsons,...
James Paul Bailey
Jul 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of James Paul Bailey
Some people measure a life by the years they live. James Paul Bailey's life will be measured by the people he loved, the lives he changed, and the legacy he leaves behind.
James was, above all else, a family man. He loved deeply, worked tirelessly, laughed often, and gave generously. He was the steady hand...
Stephanie Dawn (Bean) Musser
Jul 3, 2026
Stephanie Dawn (Bean) Musser crossed over to her Heavenly Home on July 3, 2026; a “Homecoming” awaited.
Stephanie was born in Liberal, KS on July 7, 1964. She grew up in Liberal and graduated from Liberal High School in 1982. From an early age, Stephanie had a love of music. The passion for music only grew and remained within her Spirit...
Gerald Richard Ward
Jul 3, 2026
Gerald Richard Ward, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on June 20, 1946, and lived a life defined by love, generosity, laughter, service, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Gerald proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. He was drafted just a few...
Joseph Oran Leonard
Jul 2, 2026
Joseph Oran Leonard, 81, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.
Joseph was born on December 1, 1944, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Harlan and Helena Leonard. He was the fourth of eight children and was raised in Edmond, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Edmond High School in 1963.
Following graduation, Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Army during...
Paul Edmund McElvany
Jul 1, 2026
Paul Edmund McElvany, 94 of Edmond, Oklahoma was born on July 10, 1931, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to William Dow and Mattie Goldie (Sams) McElvany and looked upon the face of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Integris Hospice House, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by his loving family.
Paul married the love of his life, Jeanette Rose...
Gaydon Wayne Manwarring
Jun 29, 2026
Gaydon W. Manwarring, formerly of Garland, Texas, passed away on June 29, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on March 10, 1940, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma.
He is survived by his son, Freddie Wayne Manwarring; several grandchildren; brother, Lindsey Smith Jr., sister, Pauline Parker; many nieces, nephews, and other loved ones.
He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Manwarring;...

