Steve (Papa Bates), 64-years old of Norman, Okla., passed away Jan. 20, 2023 succumbing to a 12-year battle with a brain tumor. He fought long and very hard to the end at home with family surrounding. He was born in Hugo, Okla., to Eunice Shannon Bates and WJ Bates on Nov. 4, 1958.
Marian Lee Masters, known by most as Leisa, of Hugo, Okla., was born on Feb. 14, 1950, the daughter of Nolen and Marie Eudy. She passed away Jan. 30, 2023, at the age of 72. She was preceded in death by her parents.