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Patricia HalePatricia Morse Hale

1929 - 2026

Patricia Morse Hale was born Oct. 16, 1929, in Anthony, Kansas to Fred Arthur and Bertha Joe (Morrow) Morse. She died Feb. 19, 2026, at the age of 96 years.
A celebration of her life will take place 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the First Presbyterian Church in Duncan with the Rev. Mark Henslee...

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Videll YackeschiVidell Yackeschi

1935 - 2026

Funeral service for Videll Yackeschi (tsa urapu) will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 13, 2026 at Comanche Walters Community Center. Prayer service will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 12 at Comanche Nation Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Walters Cemetery in Walters, Oklahoma.
Videll Yackeschi (tsa urapu) was born to...

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William ShawnWilliam Shawn

1935 - 2026

William Curtis Shawn was born March 15, 1935, in Loco, Oklahoma to Oscar E. and Georgia (Lockaby) Shawn. He passed away at the age of 91 Friday, April 3, 2026, at his home in Duncan with family at his side.
Visitation is planned from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 at Whitt Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place...

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Billy CrawfordBilly Bob Crawford

1931 - 2026

Graveside service for B.B. Crawford will be at 11 a.m, Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Duncan Cemetery, Duncan, Oklahoma with Eldon Lleranas officiating.
B.B. was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend who passed away April 1, 2026 in Ft. Worth, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and love for God...

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Jean TippsJean Tipps

1933 - 2026

Jean Tipps, 92, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, March 31, 2026, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was born Aug. 26, 1933, in Ravia, Oklahoma, to Henry and Erma (Moore) Evans. Jean was one of twelve children — eight brothers and three sisters — and she cherished her place as one of the...

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Bertha QuallsBertha Mae Qualls

1935 - 2026

Bertha Mae Qualls passed from this life March 29, 2026, surrounded by her family at the age of 90. Bertha was born in Ringling, Oklahoma, Dec. 16, 1935, to Mary Marie (Willis) Lawson and David Barton. She attended school at Ringling and Comanche. She married Hersel Qualls Feb. 4, 1952, in Henrietta, Texas. Together...

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Mrs. Rita Vicki CareyMrs. Rita Vicki deCastro Carey

1936 - 2026

Rita Vicki Carey
May 24, 1936 - March 23, 2026
Rita Vicki Carey, known affectionately to those she loved as Vicki, Sam, Mom, and Lovey, passed away at the age of 89 leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity and grace. She was a woman of profound faith, a dedicated professional, and the radiant heart of her family...

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Martha WoodsMartha Gay Woods

1945 - 2026

Martha Gay Woods, 80, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Duncan, Oklahoma. She was born July 1, 1945, in Winnsboro, Texas, to Charlie Jones Sr. and Mellissie (Chamblee) Jones.
Martha had five brothers and one sister, and she relished every opportunity to challenge her...

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Beverly Eaton (Reeder)Beverly Ann Eaton (Reeder)

1954 - 2026

Beverly Ann Eaton (Reeder), 71, of Duncan, Oklahoma, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in the Marlow Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Services will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, March 30, 2026, in Bailes-Polk Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Leticia...

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James DelkJames 'Earl' Delk

1937 - 2026

It is with full hearts that we celebrate the life of our beloved husband, father, "Papa," brother and friend, James "Earl" Delk, who peacefully passed away to his heavenly home March 21, 2026, at the age of 89 after a long and meaningful life.
Visitation will be available to the public from noon until 6:30 p.m....

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Colette CoxColette Elizabeth Cox

1960 - 2026

Colette Elizabeth Cox was born Dec. 8, 1960, in Duncan, Oklahoma, to John Henry and Evelyn (Fehring) Jacobi. She went to her heavenly home, surrounded by her beloved family, Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 65.
Colette grew up alongside her brother and sister, whom she loved to tease but fiercely protected. She...

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Ricky SliferRicky Doyle Slifer

1952 - 2026

Ricky Doyle Slifer, known affectionately as Rick to his friends and family, passed away peacefully March 7, 2026, in Edmond, Oklahoma, at the age of 73. Born Dec. 12, 1952, in Anderson, Indiana, Rick's early years were filled with the promise that would define his life's journey — a journey marked by athletic...

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Judy Stewart PowersJudy Irene Stewart Powers

1945 - 2026

Judy Irene Stewart Powers, a longtime resident of Comanche, passed away early Tuesday morning, March 17, 2026, at her home. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 25 at the Chisholm Trail Cowboy Church, with Bro. Billy Morgan officiating, under the direction of Comanche Funeral Home....

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Donna HowardDonna Kay Howard

1944 - 2026

Donna Kay Howard, 81, of Duncan, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at her home, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Duncan after a short battle with cancer. She was born Oct. 3, 1944, in Duncan, Oklahoma to Gabe and Elizabeth Frensley.
Donna Kay graduated from Duncan High School in 1962 and married the love of her life,...

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John Campbell Jr. Jr.John Edward Campbell Jr. Jr.

1960 - 2026

John Edward Campbell Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by family March 12, 2026, in his hometown of Duncan, Oklahoma. He was 65 years old.
Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Whitt Funeral Home. A private service will be held Thursday, March 19, 2026, with Christian Murillo and...

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Jane CrownoverJane Ann Crownover

1946 - 2026

Jane Ann Crownover was born in Geary, Oklahoma, Jan. 11, 1946, to Lorraine and Allen (A.R.) Smith. She completed her earthly journey and went to be with our Lord March 11, 2026, passing peacefully at home.
Janie was proceeded in death by her parents AR and Lorraine Smith; brother Don Smith; granddaughter Jenna...

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