Janet Owen 1944-2025

Janet M. (Stitzel) Owen, age 81, of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, died on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Saint Francis Hospital in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Janet was born on February 28, 1944 in Guthrie, Oklahoma to Marvin and Oleatha Stitzel.She grew up in Guthrie and graduated from Guthrie High School.

James Cowans 1955-2025

James David Cowans was born on December 27, 1955, in Port Hueneme, California, to Marvin Cowans and Frankie (Hudson) Cowans. He passed away on November 11, 2025, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, surrounded by the love of his family.

Jerry Drake 1933-2025

Celebrating the remarkable life of Jerry Drake, 92, of Guthrie, Oklahoma, who passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, surrounded by comfort, care, and the gentle presence of those who adored her.

John Williams 1937-2025

John Clifton Williams, Jr., 88, died November 13, 2025 at his home. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2025 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Guthrie. Interment will follow in the Clarkson Cemetery. Strode Funeral Home and Cremation is in charge of the arrangements.

Jerry Drake 1933-2025

Jerry Drake, 92, of Guthrie, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. She was born on April 5, 1933, in Hydro, Oklahoma, to Clyde and Edna (McCaslin) Compton.A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at Summit View Cemetery (1808 N. Pine St.

Destiny Daun Hicks-Lopez 1992-2025

Destiny Daun Hicks-Lopez was born on December 2, 1992, to Bobby Emmons and Becky (Craig) Williams. She passed away on October 31, 2025, in Kiowa, Oklahoma.Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM and again from 2:00 PM- 7:00 PM at Hayes Funeral Home.

Rhonda Ward 1974-2025

Rhonda Ward went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 25, 2025, at the age of 51.Born on October 19, 1974, Rhonda grew up in Guthrie, Oklahoma, attending Guthrie Public Schools.She graduated from Guthrie High School in 1994 walking across the stage with her brother Jimmy.

Jon Cothrum 1963-2025

Jon Eric Cothrum, 62, of Edmond, Oklahoma, was born March 6, 1963 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 in Oklahoma City.He attended Edmond Public Schools and graduated in 1982 where he served as a football equipment manager.

Judy Price 1946-2025

Judy Marie Price, a woman whose kindness, creativity, and faith illuminated every life she touched, passed away peacefully in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on October 18, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1946, in Guthrie, Oklahoma, to Zelda Mae (Ott) Miller and Raymond Adrian Miller.

Paul “David” Merling Updated Death Notice

Paul “David” Merling passed away on October 11, 2025, in Guthrie, Oklahoma. He was born on June 14, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Clark and Mary (Stover) Merling.A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 24th at 4:00 PM at the Hayes Funeral Home Chapel.