Cedric “Son” Dean Prairie Chief Jr., lovingly known to many as “Son,” passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the age of 47. Son was born on January 21, 1977, in Culbertson, Montana, to Cedric and Phyllis Faye (Buck Elk) Prairie Chief Sr., and was a proud member of the Native American Church.
Mary Jo Higgins, 54, of Clinton, Oklahoma, passed away suddenly while traveling in Las Vegas. Born on July 19, 1970, in Clinton to William and Ruth (Little Elk) Higgins, Mary Jo was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother whose generosity touched countless lives.
Jack Dewaine Postlewait, born on June 11, 1964, in West Virginia, passed away on November 16, 2024 in Canton, Oklahoma. He is remembered for his kindness and welcoming demeanor, often striving to bring joy and smiles to his family.
Melvin T. “Bo” Ray, a resident of Elk City, Oklahoma, peacefully departed this life on November 15, 2024, at the Baptist Village, surrounded by the spirit of love that he so deeply embodied. His services will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the Kiesau Lee Funeral Home Chapel. in Clinton, OK.
Lelan Church rites set
Laura Sue (Paxson) McCormick, age 70, of Weatherford, Oklahoma, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in Weatherford. She was born on July 1, 1954, in Ada, Oklahoma, to Sylvan Frederic “Sib” and Frances Luna (Leonard) Paxson.
Funeral service location for Margarita “Maggie” Perez Roque has changed. The services will now be held 11 a.m. Monday, at the Clinton ERC Center.
Margarita “Maggie” Perez Roque, age 42, a lifelong resident of Clinton, Oklahoma, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in Clinton. Born on May 22, 1982, to Victor and Esther (Perez) Mendez Jr., Maggie’s life was deeply rooted in her community, and her pride in Clinton ran deep. She often told her family, “Once a Clinton Red Tornado, always a Clinton Red Tornado,” and graduated from Clinton High School in 2001.
Funeral services for Bobby Hawkins, 72, are pending.
Funeral services for Robert Dwayne Runnels, 67 yearold Weatherford resident, will be held Friday, November 15, 2024, 2:00 P.M. in The Chapel of Lockstone Funeral Home with Dusty Runnels officiating.