Funeral services for Frances Janette (Lawless) Persinger, of Sobol, Okla., will be held at 10 a.m. April 26, 2024 at Rattan High School gymnasium.

Memorial services for Michael Don George were held at 11 a.m. April 24, 2024 at First Missionary Baptist Church of Haworth.

Loretta Hooper, a cherished member of the Boswell and Hugo communities, peacefully passed away on April 18, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on May 1, 1950, in Boswell, Okla., to loving parents Joe and Mary Virginia (Byas) Pierce, Loretta’s life was a tapestry of love, family and dedication.

Funeral services for Shirley Faye (Musgrove) Early, of Holdenville, Okla., were held at 2 p.m. April 24, 2024 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home of Hugo. Shirley passed away April 19, 2024, at the age of 79.

Polly Gowen, of Soper, Okla., went to be with her Lord peacefully on April 15, 2024, in Hugo, Okla., at the age of 85. She was born on Sept. 14, 1938 in Soper, Okla. Polly was preceded in Heaven by her parents, Euell and Grace Self; brother, Bob Self; son, David Colwell and a granddaughter.

Michael Brian Davis was born on June 10, 2000 in Austin, Texas. He tragically passed away at the young age of 23 on April 4, 2024 in Antlers, Okla., alongside his father, Brian Davis. Michael was a cherished son, brother, and friend who lived a life marked by curiosity and kindness. Michael brought light and understanding into the lives of many through his work at Brighter Days Wellness and Behavior Analysis, where his role as a Behavior Technician and Scribe allowed him to help those around him. His passion for traveling, cooking, and his dedication to the study of Asian cultures, linguistics and geography reflected the depth and diversity of his interests. He will be remembered for his kind heart, his eagerness to learn, and his ability to push beyond his comfort zone.

Brian Lee Davis, aged 62, passed away on April 4, 2024 in Antlers, Okla. Born on April 27, 1961 in Brook, Ind., Brian was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend known for his dedication to his country, family and community.

Charleen Goodwin, of Boswell, Okla., passed away April 12, 2024, at the age of 54. Charleen Louise Goodwin was born on May 14, 1969 in Clinton, Okla., the daughter of Francis Harvey and Sue (Knittle) Harvey.

Lewis Bingham Hickenbottom, fondly known simply as Lewis to friends and family he touched throughout his generous life, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024, in Hugo, Okla. Born on Oct. 29, 1941, in Muskogee, Okla., Lewis was a ray of light from the very beginning. His 82-year journey was marked by dedication to family, service to community and unwavering faith.