Denis Osborne

In Memory of Denis Osborne

Denis Leon Osborne, 60 of Wilburton, Oklahoma died November 21, 2020 in his home from cancer.

The graveside service will be held at Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Wilburton, Oklahoma on December 5, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Scott Horstman officiating.

Honorary pallbearers are Jerry Blassingame, Raymond Hutchinson, Teddy Marmon, and Donnie Gunter.

Denis was born on May 20, 1960 in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He worked in the oilfield his whole life. Denis enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing. That was his true passion. He was the best poppy to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was loved by many.

He is survived by his wife, Fronie Osborne of the home; his mother, Lenora Forwoodson of Wilburton, Oklahoma; daughters: Jamie Dedmon and fiancé, Kole Egeland of Quinton, Oklahoma and Tammy Scott and husband, Bam of Wilburton, Oklahoma; brothers and sisters, David Osborne and wife, Joanne of Stroud, Debbie Spann and husband, Ron of Hot Springs, AR, Amy Wardlow and husband, Jack of Red Oak, and John Forwoodson and wife, Desiree of Wilburton; grandchildren: Dakota Morgan and husband, Jospeh of Gowen, Deric Scott and Jennifer Zehe of Wilburton, Oklahoma, Camren Lane Hohn and Riley Tuff Egeland of Quinton, Oklahoma; great grandchildren: Adisyn LaRaye Ward, Denver Ray Scott, and Haizlee Jewell Morgan. Denis also has several nieces, nephews and friends.

Denis was preceded in death by his father, Donald Osborne; father, Kenneth Forwoodson; maternal grandmother, Oleta Osborne; paternal grandmother, Viola Osborne and brother Danny Osborne.

A special thank you to Heartland Hospice of Mcalester Oklahoma and Scott Horstman. In lieu of flowers please donate to Heartland Hospice. 

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Penny Lund

In Memory of Penny Lund

At approximately 4:15am on the morning of November 19, 2020, Heaven was pleased to welcome another beautiful Angel through its pearly gates.

Penny Marie Lund was born on March 12, 1940 in Colton, California.  Her late parents were Harriet and Walter “Bud” Baldridge of CA. She had one Brother, Walter David Baldridge II, who also preceded her in death. 

Penny grew up in Colton, CA., which is where she completed high school and attended some college. During high school, Ms. Penny loved spending her lunch money on Elvis Presley records.

Penny met and married the love of her life, Kermit Lund, in 1961.  Together they had two children, Lori and Kurtis.  Penny also dearly loved her two bonus daughters: Chris Koenig of Sultan, Washington and Cindie Conklin of Ephrata, Washington.

While still in California Ms. Penny loved showing and riding horses with her family. She loved sun tanning on sandy California beaches.  Penny was happy to join her husband and children as they moved to southeastern Oklahoma. There they began showing and riding horses on rural American heartlands.  Penny helped her family raise horses, cows, sheep, pigs, and chickens.  She loved shooting snakes in the pond on her property.  Gardening and growing the most beautiful roses were two of Penny’s favorite hobbies. 

Ms. Penny loved to cook.  She liked cooking so much that she cooked for the Wilburton Public School System for 34 years.  However, she is most known for her sewing and crocheting skills.  Penny was known all over Oklahoma for her lap afghans.  Her afghans kept the members of Bowers Baptist Church warm on cold Sunday mornings and evenings. Her red, white and blue afghans were hand delivered by Penny to Veterans in hospitals all across Oklahoma. Ms. Penny was chosen as the Governor’s Person of the Year 3 times for her undying love of serving Veterans. 

Penny was a Rainbow Girls Past Worthy Advisor, and an extremely talented seamstress.  She made Western Shirts, School Aprons and the “Beast” of all wedding dresses. She was an adoring wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  But, most of all she was a child of the Lord. She loved serving His people, praising His word, and reading His word.  She almost never missed a Sunday or Wednesday night at church.  She served on several committees in service to her Bowers Baptist Church.

Ms. Penny lived her final year at Belfair Assisted Living Center.  While there she stole the hearts of her nurses, the residents and visitors with her smile and, “Hey, I want to give you a love.” 

Penny is survived by her children: Kurtis Lund and wife, Kristie of McAlester, Lori Roberts and husband, James of McAlester, Chris Koenig and husband, Darcy of Sultan, Washington, and Cindie Conklin and husband Doug of Ephrata, Washington; eleven grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kerm Lund and brother, David Baldridge II.

A graveside service will be held at Wilburton Memorial Gardens Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 23, 2020 with Rev. Randy Waldrop and Rev. Kenneth Rouviere officiating.

Michael Ray Goldsberry

In Memory of Michael Ray Goldsberry, age 30, of Red Oak, Oklahoma passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Michael was born July 5, 1990 in Mansfield, Missouri to the late Rocky Goldsberry and Patsy Reddin.

Michael is survived by his wife, Melinda of the home; mother and stepfather, Patsy and Frank Reddin of Red Oak, OK; brothers: John Goldsberry and wife, Kaylon of Red Oak, OK, Josh Reddin of Paden, OK, Jesse Reddin of Paden, OK, and Jared Reddin of Paden, OK; sister, Alice Burrows and husband Ryan of Albuquerque, NM; several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Rocky Goldsberry, maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents.

A Graveside service will be held at Peachland Cemetery, Bengal Oklahoma, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2020, with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating.

Pallbearers: John Goldsberry, Josh Reddin, Jesse Reddin, Jared Reddin, Jack Cain, Michael Cain, Clarence Cain, and Roy Cain. Randy McBride will serve as Honorary Pallbearer.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Michelle Stanford

In Memory of Michelle Stanford

Michelle Stanford, age 47, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020, at her home. She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Stanford; grandparents, Doyle and Nora Small; aunt, Eunice Small and uncle, Gene Small.

Survivors include her mother, Linda Ellison of the home; brother, Joe Don Stanford and wife, Crystal of Talihina; sisters, Renee Watlington of Wilburton, Lisa Stanford of Poteau, and Brenda Neering and husband, Billy of Wilburton; nieces, Bree Watlington, Mercedes Watlington and husband, Judd Dees, Katie Caldwell and husband Chris, Tanna Trent, and Paris Stanford; nephews, Trevor Neering and spouse, Casey, Jeffery Neering, and Zachery Neering and wife, Emery; great nieces, Kaidence Bradley, Presley Caldwell, Kiyla Watlington and Braileigh Caldwell; great nephews, Kaiden Dees, Jeremiah Crawford and Dawson Caldwell.

She is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends that loved very much.

The family would like to thank Heart of Hospice nursing staff and her aide Nikki for the wonderful care she received.

Memorial Service to be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14, 2020 at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel at Waldrop Funeral Home in Wilburton, Oklahoma with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating.

Tonya A. Snell (Ford)

Obituary for Tonya A. Snell (Ford)

Tonya A. (Ford) Snell, 56, of Hamburg, PA went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 in Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest while surrounded by family. She was the wife of William A. Snell, Jr. They were married December 28, 2002, and celebrated 17 years of marriage.
Born in Bakersfield, CA she was the daughter of the late John W. and Patsy G. (Woodall) Ford. She was a devoted, loving mother who raised three girls on her own until marrying her loving husband, Bill, where she gained three more children, which made her family complete. Tonya enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and her faithful dog, Jasper. She was a dedicated shopper of QVC, but most of all she looked forward to family gatherings.
Tonya is survived by her children: Kristi Rowland, wife of Dave, Auburn, PA; Cheryl Branum, significant other of Chuck Maley, Houston, MO; Sharon Reidenhour, significant other of Eric Leonard, Kutztown, PA; April Hostetter, wife of Joey, Muhlenberg, PA; Cindi Bartholomew wife of Leroy, Gilbertsville; and William Snell, III, Fleetwood. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren: Jennifer, Jerrette, David, Brittnie, Katelyn, Miranda, William, Randall, Ethan, Kylee, Skylar, Sarah, Sara, Daniel, Angela, Justin, and Tara; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Tonya is also survived by her brother: John Ford, husband of Karen, Wilburton, OK; her three sisters: Wanda Johnson wife of Chris, Wilburton, OK, Angie Harp, wife of Wesley, Stigler, OK, and Renee Ford-Poteet, Whitefield, OK; her sisters and brothers in law: Kathy & Terry Hutt, Pottstown; and Kim & Wayne Snell-Babylon. She was predeceased by a niece: Samantha; and a granddaughter: Melody.
Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at The Bob Waldrop Memorial Chapel in Wilburton, Ok. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to: American Heart Association or National Kidney Foundation.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home.

Carol O'Hern

In memory of Carol O’Hern

Carol Ann O’Hern, age 78, of Wilburton, OK passed away Monday, November 2, 2020 in Tulsa, OK. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gary O’Hern; daughter, Lisa Raney and brother, Johnny Vinson.

Survivors include her son, Brad Sutmiller of Wilburton, OK; daughter, Sandy Tomlinson of Wilburton, OK; granddaughters, Krystal Tomlinson of Wilburton, OK, April Tomlinson of Wilburton, OK; Great Granddaughter, Kylie Lalli of Wilburton, OK; Cousins, Vernon Underwood of Wilburton, OK and Bill Underwood of Wilburton, OK.

Services will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 9, 2020 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel, Wilburton, OK with Rev. Charles Watkins officiating.

Viewing to be held 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 8, 2020 and 8:00 a.m-2:00 p.m., Monday, November 9, 2020 at Waldrop Funeral Home.

Danny Joe Thornburg

Danny Joe Thornburg is now with Jesus and with loved ones he has missed greatly. Joe was a beloved follower of Jesus, husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, teacher and friend along with many other cherished roles.

God and family were of great value to Joe and he would speak often about the importance of each. He was always present in big and little moments whenever he could be because it was important for him to be there. He never let the busyness of life distract him from the day to day connection he had built with family and faith…many times it was making a phone call, dropping by or sharing a meal just to see how you were doing and to share in some jesting and banter. He believed in the power of prayer. He stayed in daily communication with the Lord and would lift up in prayer those he loved as well as their needs multiple time each day.

He was a natural teacher and had many great lessons and wisdom that he would impart both inside the classroom and out. He was always there to lend a helping hand whenever anyone was in need. One of the scriptures he would remind you of when things got difficult was from 1 John 4:4. He would personalize it and say “Greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world.”

Joe and his wife Joyce have been married for forty-two years. They have two daughters, Amanda Thornburg and Emily Thornburg, and one granddaughter, J.

A “Celebration of Life” will be held in McAlester at his church, Fellowship Free Will Baptist Church, on Thursday, October 29th at 2:00 pm. Social distancing and face masks will be required. A private graveside service will follow for immediate family only.

Michael James Eagle

In Memory of Michael James Eagle

Michael James Eagle died unexpectantly on September 20,2020 at the young age of 29, at his place of residence in Poteau, Oklahoma.

Michael was born in Talihina, Oklahoma on September 3, 1991, to Wanda James and the late Michael James Eagle.

Michael grew into the most loving caring son, father, friend. Touching many lives and hearts along the way. He loved hunting, fishing, and camping and of course watching an OU football game. But to him his greatest achievement in his life was his 3 children Lou bug, Bubba, and Chub Chub as he lovingly called them. When he wasn't with them he joking antic went to his nephews Tino and Bentley. His smile and laughter will forever be missed and in our memories forever changing our lives in ways we cannot express. And we thank our God in Heaven for the time he was with us.

Michael is survived by his mother Wanda James of Poteau, Oklahoma; his children: Hunter James Eagle of Howe, Oklahoma Alexis Nichol Eagle of Poteau, Oklahoma, and Abel Rylan Eagle, of Poteau, Oklahoma; a sister Tabitha Scott of Poteau, Oklahoma; four brothers: Jonathan Scott of Poteau, Oklahoma, Christopher Scott of Poteau, Oklahoma, Zachary Scott of Poteau, Oklahoma, and Derick Eagle, of Quinton, Oklahoma; Great-Grandmother Bydia Pope of Red Oak, Oklahoma; Great Uncle DeRoy Pope of Red Oak, Oklahoma.

He is also survived by his uncles: Brian Bernard and wife, Charlee of Clarksville, Arkansas and Turner Eagle of Tulsa, Oklahoma; aunts: Linda Sivic and husband, Johnny of Adamson, Oklahoma, Nancy Eagle of McAlester, Oklahoma, Deesandra Ben of Mississippi, and Wahalella Eagle of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, as well as several nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by Father Michael Eagle; Grandfathers: Frank Eagle and Hoover James; Grandmothers: Leoda Eagle, Verna Barnard; Uncles: Frank Eagle, Harvey James, Duane Eagle, and Raynold Eagle.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. in Red Oak, Oklahoma at Cedar Cemetery with Rev. Don Ludlow officiating.

Pallbearers: David Brady, Dustin Ward, Joe Carshall, Cody Capell, Scott Woodral, and Teddy Teddy Colbert.

Honorary Pallbearers: Brian Barnard, Zachary Eagle and Greg Wallis.

Glen Oliver Hunnicutt

Our Dad, Glen Oliver Hunnicutt went home to be with our precious Mother on September 19, 2020 at the age of 91. He was surrounded by those he loved most; his children.

Glen was born February 2, 1929 to Samuel and Annie Hunnicutt in Maud, OK. As a small child he moved to Wilburton, OK and attended Goat Hill school in Wilburton. He married his one true love, Bonnie Lee on February 23, 1949. Together they had seven children. Glen worked in construction for 14 years and built his family’s home in Spencer, OK.  In 1974, he purchased the Hilltop Station in Choctaw where he worked until retirement. 

He was a kind and gentle man who found pleasure in every aspect of life including old Westerns, cowboy hats, boots, fried catfish, traveling, yard sales, and his family. He had a keen sense of humor and a smile for everyone he encountered.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Lee Hunnicutt and his sons David Lee Hunnicutt and Baby Hunnicutt, his parents, five brothers and one sister.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Hazel Cothran and husband Danny of Wellston, OK; Johnnie Hunnicutt of Keota, OK, Frank Hunnicutt and wife Pamela of Tecumseh, OK; Diane Dietz and husband Jack of Harrah, OK; Shellie Stout and husband Darren of Meeker, OK; and daughter-in-law Kathy Hunnicutt of Gibbon, NE. He is also survived by sister, Vivian Brown and husband Bill of Wilburton, OK; brother, Carl Hunnicutt of Ada, OK, thirteen grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren and numerous great-great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. 

Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, 1 p.m. at Lutie Cemetery with Rev. Willard Francis officiating.

Viewing Times:

Tuesday 2p.m.- 8 p.m.

Wednesday 8 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Services under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home.

Wilburn Henry

Wilburn Henry, age 86, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, August 31, 2020 in Heavener, Oklahoma.

Wilburn was born in Red Oak, Oklahoma on May 29, 1934 to Matthew and Lynn (Wilson) Henry.

He was the husband of the late Syble Henry. They were married in Red Oak, Oklahoma on August 3, 1957.

Wilburn is survived by his granddaughter, Skyla Dewitt and husband, Jared of Red Oak, OK; 

great granddaughter, Paisley Dewitt of Red Oak, OK; brother-in-law, Dean Sutton of

 Red Oak, OK;  special relatives: Howard & Jennifer Blankenship of Red Oak, OK, Debbie Bryant of Red Oak, OK, Jackie Skidmore of Red Oak, OK, Bethany Snell of Panama, OK, Nathan & Tracy Gooch of Red Oak, OK, Jared Gooch of Red Oak, OK, and Rachel Ganzkow of Pawhuska, OK; and special friend, Brenda Brigance of Panola, OK.

Wilburn was preceded in death by his wife, Syble Henry; daughter, Rita Henry and son, Darrell Henry.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 5, 2020 at Free Will Baptist Church in Red Oak, Oklahoma with Rev. Johnny Montgomery and Rev. Bob Cherry officiating. Burial to follow at Cedars Cemetery.

Pallbearers: Ross Wilson, Brad Wilson, Shane Wilson, Bill Wilson, Howard Blankenship, and Stuart Joslin.