Terry Ray Sparks

Obituaries

November 27, 2024

Terry Ray Sparks

June 1, 1961 – November 23, 2024

Terry Ray Sparks, a lifelong resident of Hitchita, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the age of 63. Born on June 1, 1961, in Henryetta, he was the son of Joe Ray Sparks and Mary Jean (McCullah) Sparks.

Graveside services will take place at Lackey Cemetery in Hitchita on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 11 a.m., officiated by Rev. Scott McCullah and assisted by Marcus Overturff. Arrangements are under the direction of Integrity Funeral Service of Henryetta.

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December 8, 2024

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Christmas parades on tap this weekend

December 6, 2024

Kicking off the holiday season last night was the annual Okmulgee Festival of Lights Parade, which drew hundreds of people to downtown Okmulgee.This weekend, be sure to check out some of the other eve...

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ChallengeIssued!

December 6, 2024

As the holiday season is in full swing, donations are being accepted by the Salvation Army and local citizens have been spending their spare times ringing the bells and helping fill the kettle at the ...

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Wrestling tournament underway

December 6, 2024

Brock Gymnasium on the campus of Okmulgee High School will very busy today and tomorrow as athletes from around the area will compete in the annual Gary McKee Okmulgee Bulldog Classic Wrestling Tourna...

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Twin Hills 4-H Collects Socks

December 6, 2024

The Twin Hills 4-H Club recently collected over 200 pairs of socks for local Angel Tree gifts and to be used throughout the year for those in need. Pictured are Gabe and Dane Bonebrake, Liam Loghry, C...

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December 6, 2024

The filing period for school, city, and county posts concluded Wednesday, with multiple candidates stepping forward to serve their communities.The District 1 County Commissioner post drew four candida...

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The Okmulgee County Republican Party invites all county Republicans to a Christmas party meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the American Legion, 730 W. 6th Street in Okmulgee.Special guests include:• Bry...