Dian Eileene Darity, lovingly known to many as “Nana,” passed away peacefully Jan. 6, 2026 at home in Sawyer, Okla., at the age of 82. A lifelong educator, devoted mother and cherished grandmother, Dian’s generosity of spirit left a mark on all who were privileged enough to cross paths with such an extraordinary soul.

Graveside services for LaQuela Joyce (Sturgeon) Goodwin, of Hugo, Okla., were held Monday, Jan. 12, 2026 at Antlers City Cemetery in Antlers, Okla.

Deborah “Debi” Ann Brewer, of Boswell, Okla., passed away Jan. 6, 2026, at the age of 55.

Funeral services for Nellie Jean Peebles Setzer were held Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home.

Funeral services for Thelma Jean (Carlile) Morton, of Hugo, Okla., were held Jan. 3, 2026 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home.

Memorial services for James Keisling Smith, of Hugo, Okla., will be held at 2 p.m. Jan.

Funeral services for Sean “Booger” Loyd Hughes, of Valliant, Okla., will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2026 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home in Valliant. Sean passed away Dec. 27, 2025, at the age of 54.

Norris D. (Butch) Thompson, age 80, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family Dec.

Rufus Carl Sales, of Fort Towson, Okla., passed away Dec. 9, 2025, at the age of 93.

Susan Johnson, 59, passed from this life on Dec. 18, 2025 in Rattan, Okla.