Barnes-Friederich & Pope Funeral Home

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

Patrick Allen Terry passed away September 25, 2025 in Oklahoma City, surrounded by his family. Pat was born April 6, 1942 in Texarkana, Arkansas to Gloria Pauline (Reeves) and John Clifford Terry. His family, including sister Donna and brother Steve, lived in several places around the country before...

11/11/2025

Noticed the connection between grief and laughter? It’s quite beautiful actually.
Humor can be used as a defense mechanism as well as a tool for coping with grief long after a loss. That’s not to say that the "usual" form of grief won't still happen: crying, feeling anger or frustration, or spending time in reflection.
“Laughing was an act of resistance, a way to keep the darkness at a workable distance, even if only for a moment.” - Emily Rapp Black

Has anyone noticed laughter unexpectedly in their grief?

11/11/2025

Dr. Tony Thomas, 93, of Midwest City, Ok passed away Friday, November 7, 2025. Services to remember Tony will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00 pm at Midwest City First Baptist Church with interment to follow at Resthaven Memorial Park in Shawnee. Full obituary to be posted shortly.

11/10/2025

A reminder for tomorrow -- the differences between Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, & Veterans Day.

11/08/2025

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." - Richard Puz

11/06/2025

🦃LET US BUY YOUR HOLIDAY TURKEY! The end of the year is full of plans - but few are as important as the one that brings peace to your family. Don’t put it off another year. Make your plan today and enter the New Year knowing your family is protected and prepared. As a gift to you, prearrange before December 24th and we will buy your holiday turkey! ❤️ - Helping families plan for peace. Call today (405) 733-2991

11/06/2025

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