Chaney-Harkins Funeral Home

02/02/2026

Andrew Zane DeLaughter, loving son and brother, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the age of 14.

The family will greet friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, 2026 at the First Baptist Church, McAlester, Oklahoma with Pastor Lance McAfee officiating.

The committal service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 2, 2026 at Mt. View Cemetery, Glendale, Oklahoma. Andrew will be laid to rest next to his beloved father, Dr. Harold Zane DeLaughter.

Pallbearers will be Andrew’s friends: Kayden James, Travis Harvey, Kord Busby, Kash Miller, Kyrie McKendrick, Gannon Smedley, Knox Mitchell, Bentley Heskett, Cason Williamson, and Jason Pope.

Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew’s McAlester Junior High 8th Grade Football Coaches: Troy Meadows, Michael Colbert, Ethan Hearod, Kendall Green, Jeremy Pousby, and Austin Ross.

Andrew was born on March 25, 2011, in Duncan, Oklahoma, to Dr. Harold Zane DeLaughter and Janet (Elder) DeLaughter. From the moment he entered the world, Andrew was deeply loved and brought joy to those around him. Andrew was the most driven, focused, and dedicated young man. He had big goals and dreams for his life. He was a natural athlete and fell in love with football, which he excelled in. Andrew lived life fully and tackled everything he did with a dedication most people are unable to achieve. He was so mature for his age. He was kind and respectful, a leader, and always happy to see the people he knew and loved. He had a big hug and a hand shake for everyone. He loved the Lord with all of his heart. He read his Bible almost daily. He loved to go to church. Andrew loved children and children were drawn to him. One of Andrew’s favorite things to do in his free time was to spend time with his dogs.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Harold Zane DeLaughter; his grandparents, Carl and Helen Good, August DeLaughter, and Gene and Thirl Elder; his cousins, James Elder and Rory Stricklin; and his uncle, Jimmy Elder, all of whom welcomed him with open arms.

Those left to cherish Andrew’s precious memory include his devoted mother, Janet (Elder) DeLaughter; his beloved sisters, Lindsay, Sarah, and Rebecca DeLaughter, who shared in his life, laughter, and dreams. He is also lovingly remembered by his many uncles and aunts: Joe DeLaughter and wife, Keeley; Enoch Good and wife, Steph; David Good and wife, Ana; Randy DeLaughter; Traci Lacek and husband, Richard; Justin Good; Bonnie Friend and husband, Gary; Maryann Stricklin and husband, Randy; Retha Luce and husband, Carl; Paul Elder and wife, Tanya; Lisa Elder; and David Elder and wife, Jodi; along with his cousin, Justin Elder and wife, Brittney, and numerous other cousins who will forever hold him close in their hearts.

Andrew’s life was also shaped by the friendships and guidance he treasured, his best friends, Bentley Heskett, Kyrie McKendrick, Kord Busby, and Jason Pope. He looked up to the senior football players; James Barr and Creed Tribbey, and was guided by caring mentors, Jerry Love and Jason Rodriguez.

Andrew will be remembered for the light he brought into every room and the love he gave so freely, leaving an imprint on the hearts of all who knew him.

01/27/2026

Roy Lee Wright, 68, of Kiowa, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 30,2026 at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

Roy was born on October 18, 1957 in Talihina, Oklahoma to Albert J. Wright and Wanda Louise (Phillips) Wright.

Roy worked as a ranch hand, working cattle and training horses most of his life. He was a member of the Choctaw Nation.

He is survived by his wife, Tina (Anderson) Wright; children: Angela Womack, Erica Wright, Tyler Wright, and Gatlin Bond and wife, Cambrien; grandchildren: Ashlee Standifer, Alexis Standifer, Shelby and Austin Davis, Tobi and Chasen Sowell, Ethan Newberry, Kenton Newberry, Khloe Wright, Zane Wright, Tailer Wright, Devin Wright, Kimber Bond and Blakely Bond; great grandchildren: Colter, Bonnie, and Chasen, Jr.; brother, Wayne Wright and wife, Norma; and other family and friends.

Roy is preceded in death by his parents: Albert J. Wright and Wanda Louise (Phillips) Wright; grandparents: Edgar and Minnie Phillips; William Walter and Willie May Wright. son, Rodney Lee Wright; Niece, Natashia Wright; son-in-law, Darrin White; and brothers, Don Wright, and William A. Wright.

01/27/2026

Doyle Cecil Reagan, 78, of Longtown, Oklahoma passed away on January 21, 2026 in Coweta, Oklahoma.

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Fred Morrison officiating. The burial will follow at Mountain Station Cemetery, Higgins Community, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be Matt McGowan, Will McGowan, Ashton Sparks, Gary Austin Reagan, Phillip Reagan, and Cory Weidner.

Doyle was born at home in Higgins, Oklahoma to Austin Reagan and Betty (Suter) Reagan. He married Connie Graham on November 23, 1983.

Doyle enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, especially spending time with family and friends, drinking a cold beer, and riding his Harley. Whether on the open road or gathered with loved ones, Doyle embraced life with a free spirit and a love for good company.

He is survived by his sons: Marcus Reagan and wife, Kelli, Phillip Reagan and Ashley, and Cory Reagan Weidner; grandchildren: Michael Reagan, Anthony Reagan, Augusta Jewell and husband, Andrew, Tyrell Shaw, Terisha Shaw, Ashton Sparks, and Reagan Weidner; great grandchildren: Aurora, and Ridge; brother, Daniel Reagan and wife, Faye; sister, Velva Moore; and several nieces, nephews, and other family.

Doyle is preceded in death by his wife, Connie (Graham) Reagan; daughter, Tammy Reagan Henderson; father, Austin Reagan Sr.; mother, Betty (Suter) Reagan Miller; brothers, John Reagan, and Austin Reagan Jr.; and sisters, Joyce Reagan Nelson, and Mary Ruth Reagan.

01/26/2026

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01/26/2026

Elvis Benny Brooks, 91, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, on the family homestead in Lodi, Oklahoma.

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at the Jones Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Red Oak First Baptist Church in Red Oak, Oklahoma, with Pastor Johnny Montgomery and Pastor Clint Gray officiating. Burial will follow at North Rock Creek Cemetery under the direction of Jones Harkins Funeral Home. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army Honor Guard.

Pallbearers will be Benny Brooks, Daniel Brooks, Fred Oller, John Noah, Joe Frank Robertson, and Joe Benson.

Honorary pallbearers will be Stan Williams, Doug Leland, Peery Lee, Garrett Noah, Tommy Graham, and Kenneth Southard.

Benny was born on October 1, 1934, on the family homestead in Lodi, Oklahoma, to Zelmer Brooks and Alma (Eaves) Brooks. He attended Lodi schools through the seventh grade and later attended Red Oak High School, graduating with the Class of 1952.

Benny heard the call of the United States Army, and was stationed in Iceland.
Following active service, Benny also served in the National Guard. He received an honorable discharge in 1959.

In 1963, Benny began his career with the McAlester Fire Department. His dedication and leadership led him to become Fire Chief in 1979, and in 1983 he retired. During retirement, Benny owned and operated a liquor store, a party shop, and managed Al Horton’s Thoroughbred horse farm in Bache, and proudly served as the caretaker of Silver Goblin!

When Benny finally decided to “slow down” in retirement, he enjoyed quail hunting, fishing, volunteer firefighting, growing vegetable gardens, and helping his neighbors. Benny also enjoyed attending the yearly Red Oak High School Alumni Banquets and was the oldest graduate for a number of years. During the roll call, Benny would proudly stand up and say, “Benny Brooks, Lodi”!

Benny was preceded in death by his parents: Zelmer and Alma Brooks; brothers and sisters: Ola Coffey, Ada Phillips, Chuck Brooks, Freda Phillips, Rena Turney-Beshears, Calvin Brooks, Frank Brooks, and infant, Zelmer, Jr.

He is survived by his nephew, Gary Brooks and wife Janet; sister-in-law, Wanda Brooks; cousins, Stan Williams, Syble Tull, Joye White, Peggy Reynolds, and Saundra Bigelow; his closest friend of 25 years, Ethel Perry, and her daughter Melissa Lee and husband Peery; along with many other family members and friends who will cherish his memory.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the North Rock Creek Cemetery Fund in memory of Benny.

01/23/2026

Grace Susan Kush, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in McAlester, Oklahoma on January 15, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with dementia.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 12, 2026 at All Saints Episcopal Church, 325 E. Washington, McAlester, OK.

Grace was born on January 21, 1931, in Monroe, Michigan, to first-generation Serbian immigrants, Nicholas Cvetkovich and Mary (Oklejas) Cvetkovich. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as six of her older brothers and sisters.

Grace dedicated much of her life to caring for others through her work as a certified nurse’s aide, where she was known for her compassion and empathy. She will be lovingly remembered for her firecracker personality, her strong work ethic, and her impeccably clean home—traits that reflected both her pride and her love for family.

She is survived by her son, Richard Kush and his wife, Patricia, of McAlester, Oklahoma; daughter, Donna Kush of Adrian, Michigan; her grandchildren, Brandy Jamison, Jennifer Herrin, and Gabrielle Hubler; her great-grandchildren, Christian, Mina, Lilly, Teagan, Declan, Elicia, Andrew, and Kolton; and her great-great-grandchildren, Justin, Jayden, and Jaylah.

01/16/2026

Sunrise: June 13, 1947 Sunset: January 7, 2026

The Life of Bettye Jean (Hall) Campbell

“Weep not, she is not dead, she is resting in the bosom of Jesus.”

On Friday, June 13, 1947, the Angels delivered a beautiful bundle of joy named Bettye Jean to William McKinley Hall and Emma (Manning) Hall, the last child born to their union in Greenwood, Mississippi. She was the youngest child of five and was often referred to as “Daddy’s Little Girl.” Being smaller and younger, nothing stopped her from expressing herself and doing things that she found enjoyable. Despite having three older sisters, she remained content with being her own person and doing things her way. Her father was a minister, so the church was the family’s second home. Bettye professed her faith in God at an early age. She received the sacrament of baptism and joined New Foundation M.B. Church under the leadership of Reverend Quitman.

Bettye was a soft-spoken, intelligent, and charismatic woman with quiet confidence and an independent spirit. She loved learning and believed reading was the key to academic success. She was a graduate of Broad Street High School and earned an associate degree in Business Administration from Jackson State University. She later became a certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor. Her career included service as an Executive Assistant at Jackson State University and Mississippi Valley State University, and as a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor at The Oaks Rehabilitative Service Center. Prior to her retirement, she was employed with JCPenney.

Bettye lived with passion and joy, finding her greatest happiness in time spent with her family. She loved reading, cooking, traveling, shopping, and cozy movie nights with those she held dear. A devoted and loving mother, she instilled the importance of close family bonds and cherished reunions, holiday celebrations, and surprise birthday gatherings. Being surrounded by her family brought her the deepest joy of her life.

Bettye was a faithful and devoted member of East Star Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Jerry R. Maddox. Surrounded by God’s grace, she peacefully entered her eternal home on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 11:10 p.m.

She was preceded in death by her father, Reverend William McKinley Hall; her mother, Emma Hall; her brother, Ike Faulkner; and her sisters, Inez Stoudymire and Mary Lucas.

Her beautiful life will be lovingly remembered by her sister, Bobbie Jean Hollis of Greenwood, Mississippi; and her children: William A. (Renee) Hall of Atlanta, Georgia; Rosalind Barcus of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Emma (Marvin) Dunlap of Greenwood, Mississippi; Michael Smith of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Paulette (Wayne) Jones of McAlester, Oklahoma; Tyrone Barcus of McAlester, Oklahoma; and DeJash (Paul) Davis of Fort Worth, Texas; along with twenty grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Bettye will be remembered for her strong work ethic, compassion, and commitment to serving those around her. She leaves a legacy of love, strength, and service that will continue to live on through her family and all who were blessed to know her.
Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 31, 2025 at East Star Baptist Church, 1000 E Cherrokee Avenue, McAlester, OK.

“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” — John 14:1–3

01/12/2026

Randy Odell Sawyer, 63, of Alderson, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 in Henryetta, Oklahoma.

Randy was born on February 16, 1962 in Atoka, Oklahoma to Gilbert Sawyer and Lynn (Williams) Sawyer. He married Tammy Sawyer on June 4, 2003, and she preceded him in death on October 31, 2023.

He is survived by children: Mandy Sawyer, Harmonie Sawyer, Brian Sawyer and wife, Sable, and Terra Kirby and husband, Peter; stepchildren: Meladie Casey and husband, Michael, Chasidy Washington, and Heather Becker and husband, Brian; grandchildren: Theo Martinez, Malorie Bennett and husband, Glen, Madison Casey, Leah Becker, Lily Becker, Olivia Sawyer, Hannah Sawyer, McKenzie Kirby, and Daniel Kirby; brothers: Thomas Hansen, Terry Sawyer and wife, Shelli, and Jerry Sawyer and wife, Staci; sister, Sandra Banks; brother-in-law, Bob Hall and other family and friends.

Randy is preceded in death by his wife, Tammy; sister, Anita Hall; brother-in-law, Ed Banks; his grandmother, Susan Ellen Williams; father, Gilbert Sawyer; and mother, Lynn (Williams) Nelson.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 15, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church, McAlester, Oklahoma.

01/12/2026

Danny Jay Goss, 73, of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Elmwood Cemetery in Hartshorne, Oklahoma.

Danny was born on June 26, 1952, in Red Oak, Oklahoma, to J.B. Goss and Grace Irene (Coy) Goss. He married the love of his life, Patricia Baker, on January 25, 1980.

Danny is survived by his wife, Patricia Goss; his children: Charline Brown and husband Casey, Tricia Goss, and LeeAnn Jewell and husband Allen; grandchildren: Mikela Wilson and husband, Christopher, Kevin Jewell, and Jayden Jewell; and his great-granddaughter, Persephone Wilson. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, J.B. Goss and Grace Irene (Coy) Goss, his brother, Gary Goss and numerous other family and friends.

01/06/2026

Robert Dudley Culp (February 28, 1938 – December 21, 2025) died peacefully in his home in Northglenn, Colorado at the age of 87.

He wrote his own humorous obituary in 2015 when his wife of 65 years, Betty, asked him to write down more details about his career. It shows his intelligence and wit, so his sons told him they were going to use it without edit when he passed:
Obituary - March 15, 2034

Robert Dudley Culp, 96 years old of Northglenn, Colorado, vanished while surfing twenty foot waves off the coast of Oahu. After a futile search, his wife instructed the search teams, “Let him go. He’d want it this way.” His DNA, collected earlier, will be interred in the family plot at Oak Hill Cemetery in McAlester, Oklahoma.

He married Elizabeth Lovelace Poor in 1960. They moved to Northglenn in 1961 and lived there ever since. Both graduated from the University of Oklahoma, and received graduate degrees from the University of Colorado.

Professor Culp received his PhD from the University of Colorado as the first and only doctoral student of Adolf Busemann. He spent the next six decades on the faculty of the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at CU, serving for seven years as departmental Chairman during the period of rapid growth that raised the department to one of the best in the world. University president Gordon Gee at that time described the department as “the gem in the crown” of the world’s finest space university.

In 1966 Dr. Culp received early recognition for applying Pontryagin’s Maximum Principle to optimal impulsive orbit transfer, thus completing the rigorous solution of this popular problem. From 1969 through 1975, Dr. Culp published the complete theoretical solution to the problem of optimal hyperbolic flyby. These definitive results have allowed the application of this optimal transfer technique to many multi-planet missions. He developed less restrictive and more accurate solutions to the basic problem of satellite drag and decay. He made significant and lasting contributions to orbit determination techniques, atmospheric entry theory, and optimal atmospheric flight mechanics. In later years, Dr. Culp became one of the leading authorities on space debris, satellite fragmentation modeling, hazard to resident space objects, and the space environment.

Professor Culp established a graduate program and research group in space debris. For many years this was the only such program in the world. He produced thirty PhD’s and dozens of Master’s graduates. His students dominated the discipline of space debris for decades. He continued his research as Professor Emeritus long after his retirement, and was still active in this field at his death. He cofounded the Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research in 1985 and today remained one of its key researchers.

As an avocation, he was a writer with some success. He published many children’s stories and several children’s books. He also published several adult short stories and articles, but was most proud of his children’s books, originally written for his children.

He always professed that his greatest accomplishment, achieved in concert with his lifelong partner, Betty, was their two boys, Robert Dielman Culp and Thomas Dudley Culp. These boys grew into outstanding men with successful families. They provided Bob and Betty with five equally successful grandchildren.

Professor Culp was an avid hunter, family camper, hiker, skier, and played tennis and golf until he vanished into the surf. If he washes ashore alive, this obituary is withdrawn.

He is survived by his wife Betty, their two sons: Rob of Katy TX (wife Kerrie) and Tom of La Crosse WI (wife Kym), and five grandchildren: Julia, Mariel, Leila; Porter, Allison. He is survived by younger brother Bill, and was preceded in death by older brother Ches.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January12, 2026 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Masonic Section. Burial will follow.

01/05/2026

Hollis Eugene Stanford, Sr., of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026.

The family will greet friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel.

Military honors will be rendered by the United States Navy Honor Guard at 4:00 p.m. Cremation will follow the visitation.

Hollis was born on December 16, 1938, in Ada, Oklahoma, to Ernest J. Stanford and Ovella (Teel) Stanford. He married the love of his life, Mary C. Scott, on March 30, 1957. She preceded him in death on January 28, 2021.

Hollis graduated from Madill High School with the Class of 1956. That same year, he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy, beginning a distinguished military career that spanned more than 20 years. He retired with honor on October 1, 1976, achieving the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer.

Following his retirement, Hollis moved his family to Hartshorne, Oklahoma, where he devoted his years to the things he loved most. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, and fishing, and he was also gifted artistically, finding joy in oil painting, sketching, and quilting.
Hollis was preceded in death by his wife, Mary (Scott) Stanford; his parents; his son, Hollis Stanford, Jr.; his granddaughter, Krisha Bowerman; his brothers, Ernest D. Stanford and Tommy Stanford; and his sister, Elsie Doverspike.

He is survived by his children: Rowena Rosenbaum and husband Michael, Janet Walton, James Stanford and wife Kimber, and Eric Stanford; his grandchildren: Christina Echelle and husband Anthony, Rebecca Sanders and husband Jason, Michael Bowerman and wife Leira, Jay Bowerman and wife Michele, Sara Madry and husband Jason, LeeAnn Rowell, Whitney Stanford, and Wyatt Stanford; 13 great-grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; his sister, Reathea Alexander; his cousin, Brian Stanford; along with numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews, family members, and friends who will cherish his memory.

01/02/2026