Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services

12/19/2025

Serving the Grand Lake community is a privilege. We’re grateful for the relationships we’ve built and the trust you place in us every day.

12/18/2025

William ‘Bill’ Davis Ward passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 82 in Grove, Oklahoma. Born on September 20, 1943, in Rector, Arkansas, Bill lived a life marked by his passion for the cowboy lifestyle, his work in law enforcement, and waste management, and most importantly, his devotion...

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12/17/2025

If you’re walking through grief, you don’t have to do it alone. Nichols-Stephens offers resources, guidance, and support to help you through every step of the healing journey.
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12/15/2025

We are truly grateful for the opportunity to serve this community. Thank you for trusting Nichols-Stephens during life’s most important moments.

12/13/2025

Steve Craig Slideshow

12/13/2025

Owen Butler slideshow

12/13/2025

Some would call this a “staff” Christmas party but I consider these guys family. They work so hard and without them there is no Nichols-Stephens Funeral Service. Blessed with the best. ❤️

12/12/2025

At Nichols Stephens Funeral Home, we know families grieve in different ways—especially little ones. Our dedicated kids’ room provides a safe, comforting space for children during services, allowing parents to be present while their kids feel secure. It’s one more way we strive to serve families with care and understanding.

12/10/2025

Owen L. Butler, Jr., aged 88, passed away on December 9, 2025, at his home in Grove, Oklahoma. He was born on January 8, 1937, in Vinita, Oklahoma to Owen L. Butler, Sr. and Nyna (McAllister) Butler. Owen was a cherished member of the Grove community and a devoted family man.
Owen was a graduate...

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12/10/2025

The holidays can be especially difficult when someone you love is missing. At Nichols Stephens Funeral Home, we hold space for your grief and offer our support during this tender season. You are not alone. 🤍

12/09/2025

Grief looks different for everyone, and there is no right or wrong way to navigate it. At Nichols Stephens Funeral Home, we’re here to offer comfort, guidance, and support—one day at a time.

12/08/2025

Stephen Anthony (Steve) Craig, 54, of Grove, Oklahoma, passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2025, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Born on December 5, 1970, in Chanute, Kansas, Steve was a proud graduate of Chanute High School, class of 1989. He attended Emporia State University before settling in...

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