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Beatrice Kay Realrider, lovingly known to many as“ Aunt Bea,” was born on August 23, 1947, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Austin and Marie (Lane) Realrider. She passed away surrounded by the love of her family and community, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, strength, and joy. Beatrice was a proud graduate of Pawnee High…
Tamera Renee Hawkins Tamera Renee Hawkins was born March 25, 1985, and passed away February 3rd, 2026, at the age of 40. Tamera graduated from Byng High School in Byng, Oklahoma, and later completed Cleet Training in Drumright, aspiring to be a police officer. She was known for her strong work ethic and often worked…
Horace “Jay” Victor Lyons Jr was born in Pawnee Indian Hospital in Pawnee, Oklahoma, on February 24, 1955, to Horace Victor Lyons, Sr and Marcella Lucille Smith Lyons. He made his journey to the stars on Saturday, May 30, 2026, having reached the age of 71. He was a proud member of the Pawnee Nation…
Sherry Louise (Echo-Hawk) Taluc Sherry Taluc, a proud member of the Kitkehahki Band of the Pawnee Nation, was born on May 27, 1952, at Pawnee Municipal Hospital in Pawnee, Oklahoma. She peacefully departed this life on July 20, 2026, at the age of 74. Sherry spent her childhood in Pawnee and Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 1971,…
Edna Mae Varela “Kionut”, was reunited with her Lord and Saviour on August 14, 2026, in Purcell, Oklahoma, surrounded by her children and loved ones. Edna was born January 17, 1953, in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, the daughter of John Kionut, Irene Kionut and Mae Horn. Edna was married to the love of her life John…
Clay, as he was known to his friends and loved ones was born to Roger Hedrick and Nancy Main on November 24 1960 in Wichita Kansas. He was the youngest of 4 boys, Tony, Terry, Don & Clay. He is survived by his daughters Lindsey Hedrick and Loraine Casey, Grandchildren Nova Smith, Violet Smith, Heaven…
Louvenia Fields passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026 in McLoud, Oklahoma at the age of 58. She was born February 5, 1968 in Enid, Oklahoma to the late Clarence Dean Fields and Leah Jean (Tiger) Fields. She graduated from Sasakwa Highschool. She enjoyed sitting outside, cleaning, going to the casino, going out to eat, her…
Mabelle Smith was born on June 10, 1949 and returned to the stars on September 26, 2026. Mabelle’s services were held at Moore Funeral Home. Mabelle’s internment is at Calvary Cemetery-Tulsa 9101 South Harvard Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74137
Mark Randall Jim was born on April 17, 1960, to Philmon Jennie Jim in Edmond, OK. April 17, 1960 was Easter Sunday, so he always enjoyed two birthdays. Mark attended elementary school in Edmond and in Pawnee, OK. He attended Jr. High School in Edmond. When he and his mother and little sister moved to…
Join us for the final planning meeting regarding the upcoming Pawnee-Arikara Reunion trip to White Shield, ND (September 4–6). This meeting will finalize all travel and lodging/room arrangements. (Please note: For those unable to attend or contact the CRD Director, camping spots will be available.) 📅 When: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM 📍…