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Merrell DeanMerrell Edward Dean

1937 - 2026

Merrell Edward Dean
2/11/37-6/29/2026

Merrell Edward Dean, U.S. Airforce (Ret.), died peacefully on June 29th, 2026, in Norman, Oklahoma at the age of 89.
Born on February 11th, 1937, in Lexington, KY, Merrell was the son of Adam and Lucy Dean. He graduated from LaFayette high school in Lexington, KY and...

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Donna HayesDonna Kruis Hayes

1945 - 2026

Donna Kruis Hayes went to her heavenly home in the early morning hours of July 2, 2026. She had suffered with a prolonged illness and early stage of dementia. Her late parents were Roland and Jo Kruis. She is survived by her husband Bill Hayes, son Billy Hayes & daughter-in-law Summer Hayes, son Christopher...

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Ernest HelinErnest Bertil Helin

1938 - 2026

Ernest B. Helin, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away July 1, 2026, in Miramar Beach, Florida. Born in Meriden, Connecticut on August 30, 1938, Ernie moved with his parents to Sandusky, Ohio during his youth and picked up the love of golf. He then graduated from Ohio University in 1960. Ernie was a...

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Martha MooreMartha Elizabeth Moore

1953 - 2026

Martha Elizabeth Moore (Beth), 73, passed peacefully at her home in Norman, Oklahoma, June 30, 2026. Throughout her life, she was known for her strong will, independent spirit, sense of humor, and caring heart. The world will miss you, Beth.

Beth was born on March 11, 1953, in Memphis Tenn, to David Moore Jr. and...

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Douglas Wilson Jr.Douglas Eugene Wilson Jr.

1983 - 2026

DOUGLAS EUGENE WILSON JR.
August 3, 1983 - July 2, 2026

Douglas Wilson Jr., beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 42, following an unexpected heart attack. Born in Norman, Oklahoma, on August 3, 1983 Douglas was the cherished son of Douglas Sr. and Dorothy Wilson.
Doug...

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