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12/23/2025

Iva Jane (Janie) Allen, age 92, of Jay, Oklahoma, went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Jay, Oklahoma.

Janie’s Celebration of Life Family Visitation to greet friends will be held on Friday, December 26, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346.

Janie’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Pastor Jess Jones and Chester Crittenden officiating. Followed by Janie’s funeral procession to Mose Ridge Cemetery, Eucha (Topsy), OK.

Janie’s burial will be at Mose Ridge Cemetery, Eucha (Topsy) , OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

Full obituary will be posted at a later date.

12/23/2025

Alice (Alla) Jane Beaver, age 64, of Jay, Oklahoma, passed away on December 18, 2025 in Jay, Oklahoma.

Alice’s Celebration of Life Wake Service will be held on Monday, 6:00pm, December 29, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346. Followed by her family visitation to greet friends until 8:00pm.

Alice’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, 1:00pm, December 30, 2025 at Sycamore Springs Baptist Church, 17377 E. 425 Rd., Jay, OK 74346 with Pastors Duke Pickup and Stanley Grass Officiating. Followed by Alice’s funeral procession to Jumper Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Alice’s burial will be held at Jumper Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

Full obituary will be posted at a later date.

12/22/2025

Brian Lee Dry, age 50, of Jay, Oklahoma, passed away on December 16, 2025 in Jay, Oklahoma.

Brian’s Celebration of Life Wake Service will be held on Monday, 6:00pm, December 22, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346. Followed by her family visitation to greet friends until 8:00pm.

Brian’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, 2:00pm, December 23, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346. with Pastor Stanley Grass Officiating.

Brian’s burial will be held at Round Springs Cemetery, Eucha, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

Full obituary will be posted at a later date.

12/08/2025

Jennifer Marlene Jumper- Hodson, age 61, of Jay, Oklahoma, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 in Jay, Oklahoma. She was born on April 5, 1964 in Claremore, OK to Jess Jumper, Sr. and Mary Lou Wiley-Jumper.

Jennifer married the love of her life Steve Hodson on December 4, 1984. They had three children, Russell, Micheal, and Arrow. Jennifer stayed home to take care of her family and was a professional homemaker. She loved picking wild onions, having family gatherings, spending time with her kids, going to the lake, and watching bald eagles fly around when they came to migrate during the seasons. Jeniffer was a lady of strong faith and a member of the Sycamore Springs Baptist Church of Jay, OK. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Jennifer is proceeded in death by her husband Steve Hodson; her parents Jess and Mary Jumper; Son Micheal Hodson; Twin Brother Jeffery James Jumper, and her Granddaughters Georgia Lou Sizemore and Novalea Olivarez.

Jennifer is survived by her children, Russell and wife Sofia Hodson of Kenwood, OK; Arrow and husband Jeremy Sizemore of Jay, OK; Grandkids, Bow Hodson, Summer Lewis, Samantha Sizemore, Chloe Olivarez, Cody Olivarez, Ezequiel Olivarez, Maggie Sizemore, Brayden Sizemore, Jeremy Jr. Sizemore, Zachary Sizemore, Randi Hodson, Abigail Hodson, and Rylea Hodson; Great-Grandkids, Saylor Hammer and Annalise Sizemore; her siblings, Abby Foreman and husband Tommy of Jay, OK, Ronald Jumper and spouse Angie of Maysville, OK, Randall Jumper of Jay, OK, Jess Jumper Jr. and wife Barbara of Kenwood, OK, Tammy Goforth and husband Rob of Eucha, OK, Jonell Jumper of Jay, OK and Danny Jumper of Jay, OK; Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Jennifer’s Celebration of Life Wake Service will be held on Tuesday, 6:00pm, December 9, 2025 at The Home of Arrow Olivarez (Hodson) in Jay, OK. Followed by her family visitation to greet friends until 8:00pm.

Jennifer’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, 1:00pm, December 10, 2025 at Sycamore Springs Baptist Church, 17377 E. 425 Rd., Jay, OK 74346 with Pastor Siah (Chief) Isham Officiating. Followed by Jennifer’s funeral procession to Sycamore Springs Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Jennifer’s burial will be held at Sycamore Springs Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

12/03/2025

Florence Evelyn Willey, age 92, of Wyandotte, Oklahoma. Went to her heavenly home on Friday, November 28, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Haven, Kansas on September 1, 1933 to Tony and Marie Kichler.

Florence attended and later graduated from Girard High School, Girard, Kansas. She then attended college graduating with a bachelor’s degree.

Florence moved to Huntington Beach, California and lived with her sister Rita Hagler. Later meeting her soon-to-be husband Dr. Cecil Willey at a dance in Redondo Beach, California at the Eagles Club.

Married on April 8, 1956, she then embarked on a career as a business manager for her husband’s chiropractic business for several years before returning to college to become a Real Estate Broker, at which point she juggled both careers successfully. They also raised two children, Marc and Keith Willey. She worshipped at Christ Lutheran Church where she also taught Sunday school and was in the choir.

She enjoyed sitting by her husband in their rocking chairs by the lake watching the Sunrises and Sunsets. She enjoyed shopping by catalog and riding her tractor all day long.

She is welcomed into Heaven by her loving husband Dr. Cecil Willey; parents Tony and Marie Kichler; brothers Martin, Peter, and Arnold Kichler; sisters Mary Lents, Anna Price, Alfreda Strouse, Katherine Wolf, Cora Swift, and Mildred Holloway.

Florence is survived by her children Marc Willey, Keith Willey and his wife Diane Willey. She is also survived by a large multitude of cousins, nieces, and nephews, way too many to name (sorry), extended family and friends.

Florence’s Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, 2:00pm, December 11, 2025 at Girard Cemetery, Girard, KS with Chaplain Debi Olive officiating. Florence’s service will conclude at the Cemetery.

Florence’s burial will be at Girard Cemetery, Girard, KS.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 722 N. 46th St., Grove, OK 74344 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/26/2025

Stephanie Lanae Goins, age 32, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Tahlequah, OK. She was born on November 3, 1993 in Gravette, AR to Dale Goins and Rachel Conner.

Steph graduated from Jay High School with the Class of 2012. She went on to do many other things, but loved being a car saleswoman the best. She excelled at selling cars, maybe due to having the gift of gab and learning vehicle knowledge from her daddy. Steph's hobbies included anything to do with water from swimming and boating to gigging. She also loved to cook, spend time with family, dance and enjoyed beating Lilly at Mario Cart and cheer for OU.

Steph is preceded in death by her daddy, Dale Goins; Her paternal grandma Lula Mae Goins and paternal grandpa Earl Goins; her best friend and cousin Megan Eisenmann and her maternal great-grandmother Mabel Hawkins.

She is survived by her mother Rachel Conner of Tahlequah, OK; a very very special niece Lilly Rae Annabelle Goins of Tahlequah, OK; Her fur baby Cooper Dale; One brother Mitchell Goins of Jay, OK; nephew Kaeden Goins of Bartlesville, OK; Maternal grandparents Wanda and David Burnett of Jay, OK; Her closest cousin Chris Goins; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Steph will be missed dearly by her family and friends and all who knew her, until we meet her again inside Heaven's gates.

Steph’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Monday, 2:00pm, December 1, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Pastor Bill Goldner officiating. Steph’s service will conclude in the Chapel.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/21/2025

Roger Benjamin Griffith, age 29, of Grove, Oklahoma, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, November 13, 2025, in Grove, Oklahoma.

Roger's service has been cancelled.

Family with have a private Celebration of Life at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 722 N. 46th St., Grove, OK 74344 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

Full obituary will be posted at a later date.

11/19/2025

Al Kirby Coble, age 57, of Grove, OK, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, in Grove, OK, surrounded by his loving family. Kirby was born July 26, 1968, in Gravette, Arkansas, to Roy and Helen Coble.

Kirby graduated from Jay High School with the Class of 1987. He lettered in Track and Wrestling in 1983 also 1985 through 1987 and later in Football. After graduation Kirby was a dispatcher then became a very successful Car Salesman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling (where he bowled several 300 games), and hanging out with family and friends. Kirby never met a stranger and would do anything for you if needed. He was a man of strong faith and was baptized at Mt. Hermon Church of Jay, OK and was a member of the church. Kirby will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

The Coble family would like to give a special thank you to all the staff at Grand Lake Villa in Grove, OK for taking great care of our Kirby.

Kirby is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Helen Coble and Brother-In-Law Bill Barnwell.

Kirby is survived by his 2 sons, Cade Coble of Jay, OK, and Kash Coble (Madie) of Owasso, OK; his sister Wanda Barnwell of Pryor, OK; Nephew, Heath Barnwell and wife Gena and their children Casen, Landon, Cadence, and Matrim; Niece, Brenna Barnwell and son Jennings; as well as the Kirby and Coble Crews; extended family and friends.

Kirby’s Celebration of Life Family Visitation to greet friends will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 from 5:00-7:00pm at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346.

Kirby’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, 2:00pm, November 25, 2025 at Mount Hermon Church, 42040 S. 670 Rd, Jay, OK 74346 with Pastor JR Morgan officiating. Followed by Kirby’s funeral procession to Mount Hermon Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Kirby’s burial will be at Mount Hermon Cemetery, Jay, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/19/2025

Betty Jo King-Dry, 55, of Jay, Oklahoma was called home on November 15, 2025 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Betty will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her compassionate nature, unconditional love to everyone and unwavering commitment to serving her Lord and Savior by serving others.

Betty was the epitome of a servant's heart, always putting the needs of others before her own. Betty's life was a testament to quiet strength, boundless generosity, and a genuine love for all people. Her legacy is not one of material possessions, but of countless lives touched by her kindness and selfless deeds.

Betty was born on October 24, 1970, to Rufus and Melvina King in Pryor, Oklahoma. She graduated from Jay High School in 1988 and later in 1994 from Oklahoma Baptist University. It was in her career in various social services and community involvement that she truly embodied the spirit of service. Betty worked over a combination of twenty years for Cherokee Nation, Northeast Oklahoma Community Action, Grand Lake Mental Health, and the Seneca-Cayuga tribe serving individuals, families, and communities in countless ways.

Betty was a member of the Cherokee Nation and loved her people, her language and her Cherokee hymns. She was proficient in reading and writing in Cherokee and was a speaker, also. She was a dedicated member of Round Springs Baptist Church where she volunteered for whatever the church needed and was a prayer warrior for anyone who called on her for prayer.

She is survived by her husband, Scott Dry of the home, mother, Melvina King, Tahlequah, Oklahoma, sisters and brother in laws Brenda and Patrick Koch, Cookson, Oklahoma, Loretta and Michael Keener, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. She is also survived by nieces and nephews whom she loved as her own, Preslee Keener, River Koch, Slater Jennings, Maximus Jennings, Molly Jennings, Alexandra Stackhouse, Abigaile Harris, Cooper Harris, and Molly Harris. She is also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins whom she loved.

She is preceded in death by her father, Rev. Rufus King, paternal grandparents, Lucy Grass King and Martin King, maternal grandparents, Viola Turner Watermelon and Lee Watermelon, and adopted sister Sherry Gouge.

Betty’s Celebration of Life Wake Service will be held on Thursday, 6:00pm, November 20, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346. Followed by her family visitation to greet friends until 8:00pm.

Betty’s Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Friday, 1:00pm, November 21, 2025 at Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Reverends Gary Hawkins and Stanley Grass Officiating.

Betty’s burial will be held at Grass Cemetery, Salina, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 311 W Gray St., Jay, OK. 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/12/2025

James K. Stamper, age 61 of Grove, OK passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born January 23, 1964 in Hastings, Michigan to Franklin and Sally Stamper.

James spent 25 years with Connie Meade who was the mother to his son and stepson. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved playing pool.

James is preceded in death by his dad Franklin Stamper; his mother Sally Picklesimer; his brother Rick Stamper and his brother Terry Stamper.

He is survived by his son Matthew Stamper (Deidrah Sparks) of Jay, OK; step-son Brandon May of Paintsville, KY; sister Teresa Spicer (William) of Grove, OK; brother Doug Stamper (Linda) of Fletcher, OK; step-brothers James Chapman (Jessica) of Lacassine, LA and Leonard Chapman (Indie) of Kansas; 4 grandchildren Kasen, Kiowa, Noah, and Madison; many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly; along with his extended family and friends.

James’ family will have a Private Celebration of Life Memorial Service at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/11/2025

Christine (Chris) Elizabeth Sharbutt, age 62, passed away on November 3, 2025, in her home in Quapaw, OK with her family by her side. She was born on July 22, 1963 in Miami, OK to Robert Sharbutt and Judy Nell Leatherman.

Chris grew up and went to school in Picher, OK. She went by Chris to most people. She was a stay at home mom until the kids were school age. When she went to work, she was mostly in manufacturing and production. Chris attended NEO A&M College and studied Early Childhood Education. She loved to crochet, and she made everyone in her family a blanket as she was able. Chris will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Chris is preceded in death by her mother, Judy Inman; Father Robert Sharbutt and Stepfather Daniel Inman; her younger sister, Bobbie Jo Sharbutt; Younger brother, Jason (Tadpole) Sharbutt and older brother, Michael Sharbutt.

Chris is survived by her sons Bobby Ray Lake and his children Anthony, Austin, Annabelle, Abigail and Destiny, Nathan Ray Lake and his children Raven, Connor, Paisley, and Liam; stepsons, Stanley Lake, Michael Lake and Thomas Sharbutt; several great-grandchildren; her sibling, Nancy Sharbutt; extended family and friends.

Chris’s Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, 12:00pm, November 15, 2025 at the Highway Tabernacle, 220 S. Main St., Quapaw, OK 74363 with brother Ray Clonts officiating. Everyone is invited to have light fare food with Chris’s family after her service. Chris’s service will conclude in the Tabernacle.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 722 N. 46th St., Grove, OK 74344 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

11/10/2025

Cleve Lansing England of Tulsa, Oklahoma, was born on September 27, 1952 in Augusta, Georgia and passed from this life on November 7, 2025 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma at the age of 73.

A retired pipefitter, Cleve wasn’t satisfied sitting around the house, so he became a driver for Rehabilitative Services where he primarily drove for an administrator and occasionally for several case workers as they went to their client visits and meetings across the state.

Cleve was a graduate of Lowell High School in Lowell, Indiana where he maintained many friendships throughout life. His greatest joy was riding his Harley with his long hair flying in the wind. Nineteen years of sobriety was a source of strength to Cleve, and he religiously attended his AA meetings where he made numerous friends. He had an eclectic taste in music, and it was almost impossible to match his memory of who sang or wrote a song and who were all the band members. He was loved by all who knew him and has been described as a gentle soul.

Cleve was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Katerine England of Jay, OK.

Cleve is survived by his sisters, Deborah Belford and spouse Mike of Jay, OK and Julia Markle and spouse Jim of Adair, OK; Nephews, Fletcher Gross and spouse Mandy, Ethan Markle, and Ben Markle; Cousins, James Harry, Mark Collins and David Collins; extended family and friends.

Cleve’s Celebration of Life Graveside Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, 2:00pm, November 12, 2025 at Butler Cemetery in Grove, OK with Pastor Sam Wilson officiating.

Cleve’s burial will be at Butler Cemetery in Grove, OK.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lawson’s Funeral Homes & Cremation Services Chapel, 311 W. Gray St., Jay, OK 74346 with Shaunda J. Lawson, 3rd Generation Owner/Funeral Director and Staff.

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