Obituaries

Brandy Megan Grotheer, (Sissy, Toodles), age 36, passed away on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 in Edmond, Oklahoma following a brief illness. Graveside funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026 in the Tryon Cemetery in Tryon, Oklahoma.

Brandy was born April 5, 1990, to Steven and Karen...

Andrew Jacky Delano, born on December 26, 1958, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to William "Billy" and Dorcus (Owens) Delano, departed this life on March 21, 2026, in his beloved hometown. Andrew's journey through this world was marked by dedication, love, and unwavering kindness. He passed away peacefully at home,...

Dr. John Gilbert Bayless

Dr. John Gilbert Bayless, 91, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away April 4, 2026.

Born January 7, 1935, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to Jack and Faye Bayless, John met his beloved wife, Betty Lou Ramsey, in high school. They married April 1, 1956, and shared a lifetime together raising five...

Steven K. Gragert passed peacefully from natural causes, with his wife and precious puppy dog by his side, surrounded by the loving community of family and friends he had spent a lifetime building. He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Helen Koons Gragert, who first captured his heart decades ago and never let...

Valinda Jean Wolfe (née McIlvain), 71, passed away March 4, 2026, in Bossier City, Louisiana, following an 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Valinda graduated from Perkins-Tryon High School in 1973, attended Northern Oklahoma College, and earned her bachelor's degree from...

Sharon Fay Robinson, a woman whose undeniable faith and deep love for the Lord were the foundation of her life, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Stillwater, Oklahoma surrounded by her loved ones. A reception for friends and family will begin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Mehan Union Church in...

The Celebration of Life for Caroline Nixon Linehan will be held at 3:30pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Oklahoma State University Alumni Center with a reception following. Dress is business casual with a hint of orange. Parking will be provided in the Student Union parking garage.

Christopher "Shane" Trotter was born on November 8, 1981, to Kevin Trotter and Beth Ann Freedle-Trotter. He grew up in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma and graduated from Oklahoma Union High School in 2000. During high school, Shane attended Tri County Technology Center for Auto Service Technology. Shane later earned his...

Gene Tom Curry, 78, of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away on January 21, 2026. He was born on October 24, 1947, at Saint Anthony's Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.


Gene is preceded in death by his father Clarence Conrad "Mex" Curry, and his mother Alice Lemieux Curry. Gene is survived by his son, Charles Curry;...

Larry "Joe" Nelson, 78, passed away on December 16, 2025, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Joe was born February 27,1947 in Altus, he was a dedicated Oklahoma State University employee and superfan, proud citizen of Stillwater for many years, and a proud Vietnam Veteran.

Joe was passionate about home...

On Sunday night, January 11, 2026, our mother, Marceil Elaine Yarlagadda, passed peacefully from this world. We are deeply grateful that, in her final week, she was gifted with clarity, smiles, and meaningful interactions. We find comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her beloved husband and our father, Rao,...

Maxie Wayne Driskel, 70 of Molena, Georgia passed away December 19, 2025 in Griffin, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his father, Max Driskel, and sister, Susan Driskel. Maxie is survived by his wife, Vicki Driskel; Mother, Betty Driskel; daughter, Darla Driskel; sons, Brion Driskel (Maryann), Derek Driskel...