All Obituaries

Ricky Martin, age 65 passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 at his home in Valliant, OK. He was born on April 17, 1956 in Tom, OK.              Ricky managed the solid waste facility at the Valliant Paper Mill for over 40 years. He owned and operated Martin Construction building roads, ponds and landscaping. Ricky was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was affiliated with the Baptist Faith and was a lifetime resident of McCurtain...

LaKeesha D. McKee, age 40 of the Union Grove Community, OK passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Idabel, OK. She was born on October 8, 1981 in Texarkana, TX. LaKeesha was a devoted mother, a fierce advocate, and a true friend. She cared for all those that she knew and never gave up on anyone, even if they gave up on themselves. A natural-born caretaker, her life's purpose was fulfilled when she was with her boys. She loved with her whole heart and gave everything she had to...

 Marvin Ray Ebahotubbi, age 73 passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at his home in Idabel, OK. He was born on April 22, 1948 in Talihina, OK, the son of Lex Williston and Lina Ebahotubbi. Marvin married his wife Lena on May 28, 1996 in Idabel, OK. Marvin worked many years at James Hodge Ford and was one of their first employees, beginning in 1970. He also began working at the Norwood Funeral Home in the early 70s and would continue working for the funeral home at 3rd and Central...

 Albert Earl McGowen, age 79 of Garvin, OK passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at Idabel, OK. He was born on July 1, 1942 in the Harris Community, OK, the son of Bud and Gladys McGowen. Albert married his wife Sue on August 13, 1974 in Clarksville, TX.             Albert was a veteran of the US Army and served in Vietnam. He retired from Weyhaeuser Paper Mill in 2006 after 25 years. He enjoyed ceramics and working his cattle. Albert was a lifetime...

            Cheryl Gwen Stephan, age 59 of Idabel, OK passed away on October 5, 2021 in Idabel, OK. She was born on May 5, 1962 in Lawton, OK, to Lillie and Herbert Jessie of Frederick, OK in Tillman County.             Cheryl was a homemaker, enjoyed traveling, shopping and times at the casinos when possible. She enjoyed watching her favorite OSU College football games and the Dallas Cowboys.          ...

Tammie Michelle Mussett, age 47 passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at her home in Idabel, OK. She was born on December 19, 1973 in Idabel, OK. She was preceded in death by her parents Doris Eugene "Popeye" Mooney and Frances Sharp Mooney. Tammie is survived by her son, Steve Mussett of Idabel, OK. A private interment will be held at the Valliant Cemetery.   

Cymerdean Blackwell, age 63 of Millerton, OK passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at Idabel, OK. She was born on April 19, 1958 in Idabel, OK to James and Gladys Theral Blackwell. She worked in the cafeteria at Valliant Schools for over 20 years. Cymerdean loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She attended Church at the Meetin' Place Church in Millerton, OK and was a lifetime resident of McCurtain County. She was preceded in death by her parents. Cymerdean is...

DeWayne Bryan, age 48 of Garvin, OK gained his wings on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Tulsa, OK. He was born on June 22, 1973 in Texarkana, TX, the son of John A Bryan Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Bell Bryan. DeWayne married his wife, Kimberly on March 25, 2002. DeWayne worked at Bailey Lumber Company for over 20 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. DeWayne also played a pretty good game of moon. He had a big heart and could always be found helping someone in...

Alfonso (Alphanse) Martinez, age 86 passed away on Saturday, September 25, 2021 in Idabel, OK. He was born on October 30, 1934, in Mexico, the son of Jesus Martinez and Carmen Moran Martinez. Alphanse worked at Tyson Foods for several years and retired from there. He served in the Mexican Army as a young man. Alphanse was a hard worker and always helped others in need. He loved spending time with all his children and grandkids. Alphanse enjoyed farming, gardening, bull riding, watching...

Lorene Sanford Helms, age 98 of Idabel, OK passed away on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Broken Bow, OK. She was born on December 30, 1922 in Idabel, Oklahoma, to John B. and Viola Sanford. Lorene graduated from Shannon Business School in Richmond, CA. She worked for several large companies as an executive secretary. She retired from Weyerhaeuser Company in 1979, to travel with her husband, Lloyd B. Helms. Lorene was of the Methodist Faith.  She was preceded in death by her parents;...