Obituaries
October 15, 2025
Erma Wyckoff

July 7, 1929 – October 9, 2025

Erma Wyckoff passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Tulsa at 96 years of age.

Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Beggs. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on Erma’s Tribute Page at www.mcclendon-winters. com.

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The young and young-at-heart went all in this year for Halloween as it was the perfect day and perfect weather to show off their holiday spirit. At the Okmulgee County Courthouse, employees dressed up...
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OEF awards classroom grants to teachers
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