All Obituaries

Donna Austin, 69 of Idabel, passed away November 14, 2019 at her home.  She was born September 12, 1950, the daughter of Hairm and Dorothy Hampton.  Donna was first and foremost a grandmother.  She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren unconditionally.  She enjoyed cooking for them and her food was delicious.  She was very crafty and made beautiful quilts. She also loved sewing, painting and drawing.  St. Jude’s was very near and dear to her...

Betty Jane Bartlett, 73 of Wright City, passed away November 4, 2019 at her home.  She was born October 22, 1946, the daughter of Charlie and Mamie Wyatt. She married Charles Bartlett at Wright City, Oklahoma on March 3, 1978. Betty taught at Forest Grove, Hugo and Wright City Schools.  She was a member of the National Educators Association and the Retired Teachers Association.  Forever a teacher, Betty made the decision to continue being an educator by donating her body to...

Melva Louise McCutcheon, 76 of Idabel, passed away November 1, 2019 at Hill Nursing Home. She was born March 24, 1943 at Redland, Oklahoma, the daughter of Jim and Alene Mathews. Melva worked at Tysons for 16 years and never missed a day of work while employed there. Melva lived in Idabel her whole lifetime. She dearly loved her grandchildren. She enjoyed yard work, gambling, cooking and made the best chocolate gravy. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Sherry Palmer; son,...

Judy Gilley-Van Horne was welcomed to her Savior's home October 27, 2019 at the age of 76 years, 15 days.  She was born October 12, 1943 at Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Andrew and Audra Anderson. Judy owned and operated Gilley's Heat and Air for over fifteen years and J & J Office Supply for over ten years. Her hobbies included golf, bowling, reading, spending time on the houseboat and listening to political news. She was actively involved in the First Presbyterian...

Debra Whisenhunt, 30 of Idabel, passed away October 15, 2019 at McCurtain Memorial Hospital. She was born February 7, 1989 at Antlers, Oklahoma, the daughter of Ernest Whisenhunt Sr. and Deborah Campbell. Debra was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her children and family. She enjoyed singing and loved her church family. Debra liked playing basketball, softball, and fishing, although she did not like to eat them.  Debra was preceded in death by her father; husband, Michael...

William L. Price, 94 of Idabel, passed away October 3, 2019 at McCurtain Memorial Hospital.  He was born, February 14, 1925 at Sweetwater, Texas, the son of Louis and Bonnibel Price.  He married Mary Watson at Texarkana and they were happily married for nearly sixty-four years before her passing. William was a member of the First Christian Church in Idabel.  He loved working crossword puzzles, raising roses in his flower garden and singing in the car on road trips.  He...

Billy Wayne Brakebill, 58 of Idabel, passed away October 1, 2019 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  He was born July 17, 1961 at Big Spring, Texas, the son of Erma Jean and Billie Brakebill.   Billy Wayne was honored to be from a military family, having traveled to numerous places throughout his life, including Germany, before settling in Idabel, which was now his home. A member of the Trinity Baptist Church in Idabel, Billy Wayne had a love for music and was active in the praise and...

Roy Post, 54 of Idabel, passed away October 4, 2019 at Idabel.  He was born March 22, 1965, the son of Rex and Mary Post.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Rex Post Sr. and Mary Post Bohlman, and brother, Rex Post Jr. Roy is survived by his sons, David Post and William Post, both of Washington; daughters, Metis Bryant and Danielle Bryant both of Washington; brothers, Robert Bohlman and spouse, Tracey Helms of Idabel, Andy Post, Willie Post; special friend, Bobby...

Barbara Baxter, 86 of Idabel passed away September 25, 2019.  She was born June 6, 1933. She and her family moved to Idabel from Houston in 1979. She began working for E. Dwain Pollard in the fall of 1979.  She was a staff accountant retiring after thirty-five years there.  She enjoyed going to Hardee’s for her morning coffee and visits with her friends.  Barbara was a member of the First Baptist Church in Idabel and attended regularly until her health left her...

Darrell Ishcomer, 65 of Idabel, passed away September 23, 2019.  He was born July 16, 1954 in Talihina, Oklahoma.   He was a member of the Bokchito United Methodist Church and was a lifetime resident of the community. Darrell was an avid sports fan.  His favorite team was the Chicago Bears.  He enjoyed music, especially KISS.  He enjoyed walking and would walk everywhere he needed to go. He loved his grandkids and his family very much. Darrell is survived by...