All Obituaries

Aaron Samuel Cockrill, age 35, passed away on June 14, 2026 in Paris, Texas. He was born on April 11, 1991, in Antlers, Oklahoma, and lived a life of kindness, faith, and the quiet strength of a loving son, brother, and friend. He loved Harry Potter and enjoyed the imagination found in those stories. He also enjoyed video games, which gave him a chance to relax and have fun. Aaron especially treasured time spent at church, where he found fellowship and encouragement to grow in his faith. He ...

Victor Locke Underwood, Jr. died peacefully on June 8, 2026, at his home in Antlers, OK, he was 89. Born in Antlers on August 11, 1936, he was the third of five children born to Victor Locke, Sr. and Lila Underwood. A 1954 graduate of Antlers High School, Victor was a standout quarterback for the Bearcats, going on to attend college and play football at Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton. It was there in Wilburton that Victor met a local girl named Evelyn Faye Forwoodson, whom he ...

Lois Jean Vaughan was born on April 14, 1928, in Cromwell, Oklahoma. She passed away on June 9, 2026, in Antlers, Oklahoma. Lois married Norman E. Vaughan on September 24, 1949 in Antlers, Oklahoma, and together they enjoyed 73 beautiful years of marriage. Lois was a faithful Christian woman whose life was centered on her love for the Lord and her care for others. She served as a travelling minister, sharing her faith with grace and conviction, and she carried the message of hope wherever ...

Carolyn Elaine Meek, age 86, of Antlers, Oklahoma, passed away on June 4, 2026. She was born on March 8, 1940, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, faith, and love for her family. Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents: Earl and Mae Montgomery; and by her brothers: Charles Montgomery, Robert Montgomery, and Steven Montgomery. She is survived by her husband: Henry Meek of the home; and her children: Edward Meek of Caddo, Oklahoma, and Robin and ...

Clifford Donald "Donnie" McKinney was born on May 16, 1940 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to William H. McKinney and Mary Potts. He passed away on June 4, 2026 in Paris, Texas at the age of 86.  Donnie was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He later received a Doctorate of Public Health, and made his career as a Psychologist. Clifford had made his home in Southeast Oklahoma for the past 40 years.  He is preceded in death by his wife: Barbara McKinney; mother: Mary Potts; ...

Wayne James Fromme, age 30, was brought into this world to Mary Wilson Fromme and David Fromme, Jr. of Antlers, Oklahoma.  Wayne was always the quiet guy until you got to know him. He loved anime, drawing, hanging out with his brother Blake, hanging out with friends, and he loved playing with his nieces and nephews. He was an amazing son, brother, uncle, and many more titles. No matter what he was going to make you laugh or at least smile.  Wayne Fromme passed away Sunday, June ...

Joyce Marie Bell was born on September 16, 1942 in Roswell, New Mexico to Benjamin Hardimon and Gladys (Odell) Hardimon. She passed from this life on May 27, 2026 in Antlers, Oklahoma at the age of 83.  Joyce worked for Sierra Army Depot for 30 years, and was an inventory specialist for special weapons before her retirement. She then moved to Antlers to be with her beloved family 22 years ago.  Joyce enjoyed spending time with her family and looked forward to family gatherings. ...

Betty Lou Hamilton, 95, passed from this life on May 22, 2026, in Antlers, Oklahoma. She was born December 17, 1930, in Weleetka, Oklahoma, to Gerome Johnson and Leola (Thomason) Johnson.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Antlers, as well as a TOPS Club of Antlers member for many years. In her earlier years, Betty worked at Doctor's Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma as a scrub technician, in the obstetrics department. She even delivered a baby once before the doctor arrived. ...

Loren Wayne Hudson passed away on May 18, 2026, in Hugo, Oklahoma, at the age of 87. He was born on June 19, 1938, in Talihina, Oklahoma, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, his community, and the many simple pleasures that brought him joy. Loren was a proud Navy veteran and member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and carried that heritage with honor throughout his life. He was also associated with the Choctaw Nation Housing Authority, where he contributed his time and ...

Tina Marie Sandoval, age 61, passed away peacefully at home on May 26, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on August 17, 1964 in Saginaw, MI to the late Elizabeth May (Spencer) Fuller and the late Jerry D. Young. Tina Lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures: playing bingo and card games, cooking, singing old country songs and spending time with family and friends.  Her beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of her children: Christina and Jared Hayes of ...