David Brunk

In Memory of David Brunk

George David Brunk, 65, of Red Oak, OK passed away Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at his home.

The memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Wilburton First Baptist Church with Pastor Paul Brady officiating.

Pallbearers will be Zachary Drain, Trevor Chance, Rob Reager, Steve Giacomo, and Rick Newsom.

David was born on April 19, 1957 in Sallisaw, OK to Stanley George and Tilda Mae Brunk. He married Amy Robison on January 3, 1997 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He enjoyed playing golf, tennis, and basketball. He loved fishing with Amy, especially if he was catching more.

He had a nickname for everyone. He called his girls Fred and Sugar Booger Bear. Most dads wouldn’t dance for their daughters, but David did. He was known to throw in cartwheels and toe touches every chance he could. Once he even wore a pink tutu. He never missed a ballgame or event they had.

David was a girl dad through and through, but he always said he was given two sons-in-law that he considered his own. He loved them for taking the best care of his girls and knew he could always call them for anything, anytime.

His family says that his heart grew when his grandbabies were born. They had him wrapped around their little fingers. Until his last day, he recognized their voices around him. He loved his family more than anything, but his grandbabies were most definitely at the top of his list.

David is survived by his wife, Amy (Robison) Brunk of the home; daughters: Kelsey Chance and husband, Trevor of Wilburton, OK and Sydnee Drain and husband, Zachary of McAlester, OK; mother, Tilda Mae Brunk of McCloud, OK; grandchildren: Dallee Scarberry, Harper Chance, Jeter Crockett, Lenix Chance, Parker Chane, Kimber Chance, Jaxon Drain, Sadie Drain; sisters: Judy Rowan and husband, Bill of Okemah, OK and Peggy Lackey and husband, Bobby of Wellston, OK; and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Stanley Brunk and sister, Nancy Beck.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, OK.

Floyd King

In Memory of Floyd King

Floyd Lee King, 69, of Wilburton, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022 at his home.

Viewing will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Grace Country Cowboy Church with Rev. Clint Cannon officiating. The burial will follow at Pittsburg Cemetery in Pittsburg, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be Bill Parker, Josh Parker, Josh Muncy, Johnny Pate, Henry Masters, and Mike Morgan.

Honorary pallbearers will be the employees of Franklin Electric, Zane King, and Dalton Pate.

Floyd was born on July 22, 1953 in Caracas, Venezuela to Floyd and Roberta (Peak) King. He married Laura (Corvin) King on November 23, 2010 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

Floyd was the most loving husband, father, brother, papa, and friend. He never met a stranger. He was known as the dog and baby whisperer. He loved motorcycle rides with “his girl”, his beautiful wife, Laura. Floyd enjoyed fishing, hunting, bird watching, and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Laura King of the home; daughters: Leah King of Kiowa, OK, Tamara King of Stillwater, OK, and Stephanie King and Henry Masters of Dallas, TX; family by marriage: Angie and Josh Muncy of Red Oak, OK, Josh and Caitlin Parker of Wilburton, OK, and Johnny and Maria Pate of Wilburton, OK; sisters: Patty Applegate and Mike Morgan of Harrington, KS and Debra Ledford of Pittsburg, OK; 11 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; and 5 doggies.

Floyd is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Roberta King; his granddaughter, Jillian King; and Teresa King.

Nettie Dye

In Memory of Nettie Dye

Nettie L. Dye, 92, of Red Oak, Oklahoma passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Heavener Nursing Home in Heavener, Oklahoma.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at Lodi Cemetery in Red Oak, Oklahoma with Rev. Sam Dyer officiating.

Nettie was born on January 26, 1930 in Fort Worth, Texas to John and Ellen (Johnston) Golletto. She married Donald Dye on April 6, 1948 in Red Oak, Oklahoma.

She is survived by her children: Monte Dye of Heavener, Oklahoma and Jeanne Brakey and husband, Jerry of Fort Smith, Arkansas; grandchildren: April Stacy, Kendall Stacy, Courtney McCash, Steve Stacy, and Joshua Dye; 7 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.

Nettie is preceded in death by her parents: John and Ellen Golletto; husband: Donald Dye; son: Courtney Dye; 2 brothers; and 5 sisters.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, Oklahoma.

Rachel Dye

In Memory of Rachel Dye

Rachel L. Dye, 82, of Wilburton, Oklahoma passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Viewing will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 17, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel in Wilburton, Oklahoma.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel with Cindy Shero and Dana Hugle officiating. The burial will follow at Cedars Cemetery in Red Oak, Oklahoma.

Active pallbearers are Wayne Dye, Landon Dye, Bryan Dye, Trent Williams, Jayse Williams, Chandler Curtis, and David Demontigny.

Honorary pallbearers are Joe Williams, Caleb Curtis, Sean Crane, Alex Willis, and Jeffrey Baron.

Rachel was born April 27, 1940 to Isaac and Dessie (Byers) Davis. She married Dallas Dean Dye January 26, 1958. They were married 38 years until his passing in 1996. Rachel worked retail for a short period. She enjoyed her travels across the United States following her husband’s employment.

Rachel was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 3649 auxiliary. She enjoyed her family. She was an amazing cook and loved to cook for her family and friends. Rachel will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her Children: Cindy Dye and Lee Wesley of Wilburton, OK, Dallas Dye and Joan Dye of Wilburton, OK, Diane Crane and George Willis of Stockton, CA, and Kevin Dye and Mishelle Dye of Shady Point, OK; Grandchildren: Shyla and Joe Williams of Blanchard, OK, Christy Curtis of Clinton, OK, Wayne and Julie Dye of Edmond, OK, Landon and Jessica Dye of Wilburton, OK, Nikki Dye of Tahlequah, OK, Brittany and Jeffrey Baron of Tracy, CA, Sean and Gina Crane of Stockton, CA, Alex Willis of Stockton, CA, Lynnsey and Dave Demontigny of Eufaula, OK, and Bryan Dye of Shady Point, OK; 17 Great Grandchildren; 5 Great Great Grandchildren; Sister: Ida Willard of Sisters, OR; along with numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Rachel is preceded in death by her Parents: Isaac Claude and Dessie Lou (Byers) Davis; Husband: Dallas Dean Dye; along with 8 brothers and sisters.

Services held under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home, Wilburton, OK.

Family will greet friends Sunday night (6:00pm - 8:00pm) at Waldrop Funeral Home.

Truman Roberts

In Memory of Truman Roberts

Truman Roberts, 80, of Wilburton, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

A viewing will be from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel in Wilburton, Oklahoma. 

            The funeral service will be  held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 8, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel with Robby McCabe and Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. The burial followed at Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Wilburton, Oklahoma.

            Pallbearers are  Robert McCabe, Dylan McCabe, Merrick Ashby, James Bracy, Travis Powell, and Jenna Hulsey.

Truman was born on June 23, 1942 in Wagoner, Oklahoma to Owen and Bessie (Baldridge) Roberts. He married Mary Duncan in Wagoner, Oklahoma on June 24, 1961. They were married until her passing in 2016. Truman was a self-employed mechanic and owned a wrecker service.

            He is survived by his three daughters: Sherry Reagan of McAlester, OK, Mary Ashby and husband Mickey of Bowlegs, OK, and Pam Hulsey and husband Danny of Red Oak, OK; seven grandchildren: Belinda Wilson, Merrick Ashby, Mickenzi Anderson, Robert McCabe, Amy Powell, Jacalyn Hulsey, and Jenna Hulsey; twelve great grandchildren: Cayden, Madyson, Macey, Dylan, Lucas, Raylan, Zachary, Alyssa, Zoey, Madilynd, Brinlee, and Harper; and six siblings: Sherman Roberts, Harold Roberts, Nina Bracy, Karen Hurt, Ray Roberts, and Susie Savage.

            Truman is preceded in death by his parents: Owen and Bessie Roberts; wife: Mary Louise (Duncan) Roberts; two daughters: Sharon Ann Roberts and Patricia Louise McCabe; grandson: Matthew Dewayne McCabe; son-in-law: Austin Reagan; and two sisters.

            Services were under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home in Wilburton, OK.

Charles Lawrence

In Memory of Charles Lawrence 

Charles Edward Lawrence, 84, of Wilburton passed away peacefully Monday, June 13, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones. 

Charlie was born on August 5, 1937 in Bengal, Oklahoma to Joseph Samuel Lawrence and Marva (Mize) Heaton . He married Thelma May Green on June 20, 1959. They were married 54 years until her passing in 2013. He was truly a jack of all trades. He worked as a school teacher, principal, coach, bus driver, and carpenter. After his retirement from education, Charlie worked for the city of Wilburton, Latimer County Courthouse, and Latimer County Sheriff's office. Through his many jobs he was a rancher and was even known to ride a bull or two. 

Charlie was a member of the Church of God 7th Day Church in Wister, Oklahoma. He believed that Christ was God’s Son and that whoever believes in him will have salvation. He loved playing cards and dominoes but most of all he loved his family. He was the greatest Dad and Papa and because of that his legacy will live on through them. 

Survivors include his three daughters: Tanya Lea Ivey of Wilburton, OK, Marla Lynette Garcia of Denison, TX, and Cindi Charlene Nowlin of Wilburton, OK; Sister by Choice: Sandra Little; along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, family, and friends. 

Visitation will be held Thursday, June 16, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Waldrop Funeral Home in Wilburton. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022 at Bengal Community Building with Pastor Lamar Ford officiating. Burial will follow at Peachland Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richie Bates, Justin Price, Dennis Bloxham, Zane Nowlin, Rich Flener, Jaden Ivey, Dillan Bates, and Lightning Ivey.

David William Pryor

In Memory of David William Pryor

David William Pryor, 79 years old, of Wilburton, Oklahoma passed away at his home May 2, 2022 surrounded by his family.

David was born on August 2, 1942 in Dallas Texas to Lettie Mae (Baker) and Shelton Pryor. He married Karen Joyce Cheatham on September 5, 1964 in Harrah Oklahoma.

He spent his childhood in the Rocky Point Community and graduated from Panola High School in 1962; from there he went to Oklahoma State University. After leaving Stillwater he spent 30 years in Michigan working for General Motors. He retired in 1993 and they returned to Wilburton.

He leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Joyce Cheatham Pryor; his Daughter and Son-In-Law, Kimberly and Mark Evans of Wilburton; his Grandsons, Jacob James Evans of Wilburton and Mason Wayne Evans of Houston, Texas; his Brother, Roger and Jodi Pryor of Anchor Point, Alaska; his Sister, Tammy and Richard Tapitto of Anadarko, Oklahoma; his Sister-In-Law, Twyla and Keith Wilcox of Talihina, Oklahoma; his very good Friend, Andrew James of Wilburton; and his Favorite Child “Sassy”, his beloved Dachshund of 14 years.

David is preceded in death by his Parents; his Brothers, Tim and Junior Pryor; and his Grandson, Conley Wayne Evans.

There will be a private memorial service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Waldrop Funeral Home.

Edna L. Bullet

In Loving Memory of Edna L. Bullet

Edna L. Bullet, 77, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022 at her home in Wilburton.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at the Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. The burial will follow at Highbridge Cemetery under the direction of Waldrop Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Darren Wilson, Rick Manley, Darrell Bagwell, Ethan Gilstrap, Greg Miller, and Mark Littlejohn.

Edna was born on September 20, 1944 in McAlester, Oklahoma to Andrew and Ruth (Dobbs) Bloxham. She married John Edward Bullet on November 12, 1963. Together they had a daughter, Sheila.

Edna loved to fish every chance she could. She loved to have fish fries at her home. She was very proud to have her hushpuppy recipe published in Taste of Home magazine.

She was an amazing cook. She loved cooking for her family and friends. She was always willing to help with fundraising events, community reunions, or simply making a cake to brighten a neighbor’s day.

Edna loved her grandkids was a great friend to everyone. She tried to keep everyone in line. She was always up for a game of dominoes with the kids or neighbors. Edna will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Gilstrap and husband, Rodney of Porum, Oklahoma; brother: Tommy Bloxham of Tecumseh, Oklahoma; Sisters: Barbara Bullard of Alderson, Oklahoma, Shirley Sonaggera of Wilburton, Dorothy Harrison and husband, Allen of Shawnee, Oklahoma, Debbie Tripp of Moore, Oklahoma, and Nita Hensley and husband, Ronny of Tucson, Arizona; Grandchildren: Kasie Ketcher and Greg Miller of Wilburton and Bobby Ketcher of Wilburton; and step grandson: Ethan Gilstrap.

She is preceded in death by her parents: Andrew and Ruth (Dobbs) Bloxham; husband: John Edward Bullet; and sister Mary Buckles.

Lola Bell Irene (Knight) Paxton

Lola Bell Irene (Knight) Paxton

Lola Bell Irene Paxton of Red Oak, Oklahoma passed into the arms of Jesus on April 9th, 2022 at her home. 

Visitation will be on Thursday, April 14, 2022 from 4:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. at Waldrop Funeral Home.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022 at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Casey Clinton and Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. The burial will follow at LeFlore Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Ronnie Paxton, James Tubbs, Kenny Paxton, Sam Paxton, Wade Paxton, and Adam Costa.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dustin Taylor, William Jones, Mack McCullough, Kenny Carter, Brian Franklin, and Charlie Thomas.

Lola was born to Allen and Nora (Crims) Knight on October 29th, 1945 in Bengal, Oklahoma.  She married the love of her life, Ronnie Lee Paxton, on June 4th, 1962.  Together they had two sons Ronnie and Wade. 

She ran a home daycare for many years.  She spent most of her life helping her husband Ronnie run his pest control and home improvement company, helping to raise several nieces and nephews, and taking care of other family members.  Her life was devoted to her family and her door was always open.

  Lola is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law:  Ronnie and Ann Paxton of Panola and Wade and Tina Paxton of Wilburton; Grandchildren:  James Tubbs of Wilburton, Kenny and Tabetha Paxton of Panola, Dustin and Maria Taylor of Stillwater, Sam Paxton of Panola, Victoria Wackerly of Stillwater, Bobby and Kathy Meadors of McAlester, Scott and Sarah Kotlarich of Euless, Texas, Adam and Sonya Costa of Wilburton, Charlie and Ava Thomas of Wilburton, and Wade Paxton Jr. of Wilburton. Lola is also survived by 29 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is reunited in death with her parents: Allen and Nora Knight; her husband:  Ronnie Paxton; and 8 brothers and sisters.  

Rita Reager

In Memory of Rita Reager 

Rita Allen “Huggins” Reager, 102, of Wilburton, Oklahoma passed away Monday, March 28, 2022 at Latimer Nursing Home. Rita was born on November 16, 1919 in Vian. Oklahoma to      J. Edgar and Vera Huggins. 

During her lifetime Rita was a housewife, school teacher, and the Latimer Nursing Home Administrator. She continued to be active in the business until her death. Rita enjoyed her family to the fullest extent and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. 

Rita is survived by her Sons: Henry “Hank” Ford Reager II of Midwest City, Oklahoma and Robert Allen Reager and wife, Lehann of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Granddaughters: Jayme Goad and husband, Aaron of Wilburton, Oklahoma  and Lindsey Lowe and husband, Lucas of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Great-Grandsons: Dallas Abram-Allen Hayes, Jasper Cain Lowe, and soon to arrive Kohen Shawn-Henry Goad all of Wilburton, Oklahoma; Nephews: Richard Harrison and wife, Michelle of Dallas, Texas and Charles Harrison and wife, Linda of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Honorary Daughter: Polly “Mordecai” Shoemake of Porum, Oklahoma; and Daughter-in-Law: Cynthia Reager of McAlester, Oklahoma.  

She is preceded in death by her parents:  J. Edgar and Vera Huggins; husband:  Henry Ford Reager; son: James “Jimmy” Maxwell Reager; sister: Mary “Huggins” Harrison; and brother: James Miller Huggins. 

Rita’s service was  held at Waldrop Funeral Home on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Billy Givens officiating.The burial followed at the Vian Garden of Memories Cemetery in Vian, Oklahoma. 

Hank Reager, Robert Reager, Steve Giacomo, Charles Harrison, Aaron Goad, and Lucas Lowe served as pallbearers. Richard Harrison served as an honorary pallbearer.