All Obituaries

Walter Eugene Downs, 83, of Claremore, Oklahoma, passed from this earth to eternity on May 16, 2022. Walter was born on December 25, 1938, in Chimney Rock Holler, Oklahoma (near Salina, OK). He was the son of the late Oliver Frances and Melba Aleta (Garrett) Downs. Walter attended school at Sequoyah, Foyil, Catoosa and then Claremore, Oklahoma. Walter entered the U.S. Army in 1958 at the age of 19 years old. He was stationed at Ft. Lewis, Washington. He was reactivated in late 1961...

Jackie Lee Payne, age 84, of Claremore, Oklahoma passed away on May 16, 2022. He was born on January 01, 1938, to Dale D. Payne and Eula Cherry Payne, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He had 2 older brothers, Bob and Jerry Payne. He attended Will Rogers High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He met the love of his life, Lee D. Reed at Will Rogers High School in 1955. They shared a life together for 65 years. They were blessed with 4 children. Oldest daughter, Aleia Longcrier, son, Jack M. Payne,...

Eldena “Dena” Cook, age 78, of Claremore, Oklahoma, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. A memorial service will be held, Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 4:00 PM at Rice Funeral Service in Claremore, Oklahoma, with Pastor Michael Able officiating. Dena was born on August 26, 1943, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to her parents James and Ruby Dickey. She married her husband Jimmy Cook and together they spent 36 years happily married. Although Dena was not blessed with children...

Judy K. Eichelberger 78 years old Birth Passing April 17, 1944 May 11, 2022 Christian Wife, Mother, Grandmom who loved the Lord Jesus and her family. Judy Karol Eichelberger was born in Tahlequah to her parents, Lee and Doris Jones. She married the love of her life, John R. Eichelberger on July 23, 1963. They were blessed with three children, Andrea, Richard and Jon. Judy was active at her local church, volunteering there over the years and participating in many Bible studies. She loved...

John Henry Amos, age 70, of Claremore, Oklahoma, went to his heavenly home Monday, May 9, 2022. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 17, 2022, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Rice Funeral Service in Claremore, Oklahoma. Graveside services will be held, Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at 2:00 pm at Woodlawn Cemetery in Claremore, Oklahoma. John was born September 17, 1951, to John P. Amos and Autrie Brownlee, in Grenada, Mississippi. When he was a teenager, he marched from Grenada, Mississippi to Washington,...

Timothy James Dunham, age 66, of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022. A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, May 13, 2022, at 10:00 am at Rice Funeral Service in Claremore, Oklahoma. Tim was born October 26, 1955, to James Dunham and Loyetta O’Connor, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. He had one brother, Michael Dunham. He attended and graduated from Pryor High School. Tim had two daughters, Kristen and Tiffany, from a previous marriage. He met the love...

Renee Jean Mason, age 69, of Claremore, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Monday, May 9, 2022. Renee was born on May 9, 1953, in Oakland, California to her parents Warren and Marie Carnes. Renee could always be counted on to fill you in on the latest news of her children and grandchildren and was very proud to be a great-grandmother. She enjoyed cooking and camping. Her little dog, Pete, was a constant companion and buddy. She was an avid fan Raiders football and enjoyed watching them...

Gerrit Louwerens, Jr., age 83, of Claremore, Oklahoma, passed away May 7, 2022. Gerrit was born on March 28, 1939, to Gerrit Louwerens, Sr. and Wally Louwerens in Chicago, Illinois. He married his wife, Ardith (Burleson) Louwerens on December 9, 1967, in San Antonio, Texas. They had three children Victoria, Mark and Shane. Gerrit had two children from a previous marriage, Troy Wright and Cindy Wright. Gerrit and his family lived in 16 states during his military career, until he retired...