Debra Lynn Miller
Nov 21, 2025
Kincannon Funeral Home and Cremation Service
3020 N. Main, Altus, OK 73521 (580) 482-1800
Debra Lynn was born on February 1, 1956, in Sentinel, Oklahoma, to Earl Dean and Mary Lerlene (Minchew) Jobe. Lovingly known as Debbie, she moved with her family to Blair during her formative years, where she attended school and graduated from Blair High School. She later attended Altus...
Douglas Michael Thomas
Nov 19, 2025
Douglas Michael Thomas, 78, of Altus, OK passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, holding the hand of his loving wife. A Celebration of Life will begin at 10:00 AM on Monday, November 24th, in the Kincannon Memorial Chapel, 3020 North Main, Altus, OK and will be lived streamed from his personal obituary page at www.kincannonfuneralhome.com. Burial will immediately follow...
Brenda Sue Novak
Nov 6, 2025
Brenda Sue Novak, endeared by all as “Brandi,” passed from this life at her home in Blair, Oklahoma, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 67. Her creativity and adventurous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Brandi was born on December 3, 1957, in Viroqua, Wisconsin. On January 25, 2003, she married her...
Richard Neil Montgomery
Nov 2, 2025
Richard Neil Montgomery came into this world on August 20, 1954. Known lovingly as “Neil” by all, he was born to Ed and Marie (Leonard) Montgomery in Altus, Oklahoma. Upon graduating from Duke High School, he went on to play baseball as catcher at Altus Junior College until a knee injury ended his collegiate career. After faithfully serving in the...
Velma Faye Smiley
Oct 31, 2025
Velma Faye Smiley, 92, passed away peacefully at her home in Altus on Friday, October 31, 2025.
Velma was born on February 24, 1933, in Cooperton, Oklahoma to Ray and Maggie (Harvey) Rollins. When she was young, the family relocated to Altus, where she grew up alongside her siblings, Raymon, Minnie Lee, Vera, J. W., Bettye, and Barbara.
Velma met and fell...
Mario Colón Torres
Oct 29, 2025
Mario Colón Torres made the world a brighter place from the very beginning. He was born on August 6, 1959, in Guánica, Puerto Rico, to Mario Colón and Monserrate Torres Pagán. He relocated to America, first settling in New Jersey then making his way to Altus, Oklahoma to be near family.
To know Mario was to know his generosity as “Mr....
Margie Anne James
Oct 22, 2025
Margie Anne Watson was born on August 26, 1938, in McAllen, Texas to Henry E. and Ruth Anne (Snowball) Watson. One of three daughters, Margie, quickly developed a caretaker and motherly role with her sisters preparing her for a house full of seven children later in life.
Margie graduated from Greeley High School in Colorado, and soon after, she met the...
Gustavo Adolfo Castellon Jr.
Oct 15, 2025
Gustavo Adolfo Castellon, Jr. was born on July 23, 2007, in Houston, Texas, to Gustavo Adolfo Castellon and Adriana Jeannette Cerda. Even though he was the baby of the family, he was a natural protector from the very beginning. The little yet ‘big’ brother quickly embraced his role as his sister, Iliana’s loyal and unconditional supporter.
Lovingly known as “Stavo,” he...
Carl David Reed
Oct 12, 2025
Carl David Reed, better known simply as David, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 12, 2025, in his hometown of Altus, Oklahoma — the same place where his big heart, quick wit, and musical gifts first took root.
David grew up in Altus surrounded by his 5 siblings, learning early on how to hold his own in a noisy,...
Mary M. Greene
Oct 7, 2025
Mary M. (Lucero) Greene was born on May 10, 1959, on the Zia Pueblo in New Mexico, to Luterio and Pablita (Galvan) Lucero where she embraced her Native culture and was deeply influenced by its strong sense of community. To her family, she was affectionately known as “Shy-ya”, meaning Indian Doll—a name that reflected her gentle spirit and vibrant beauty.
Mary’s...
Maudine Elliott
Oct 6, 2025
Maudine Elliott was born on August 13, 1938, in Sentinel, Oklahoma to Ben and Vivian (White) McBroom. She attended Sentinel Public Schools where she later graduated in 1957. After obtaining a master’s degree in education from the University of Southwestern Oklahoma State University she began her teaching career at Granite Public School. She transferred to Blair Public School where she...
Billy Ray Spann, Jr.
Sep 28, 2025
Billy Ray Spann, Jr., 71, of Olustee, Oklahoma, passed away with his daughter by his side, on September 28, 2025. Billy was born on October 10, 1953, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Olivia Spann (Hunkeapillar) and Billy Spann Sr. He was one of five children. Billy lived in several different places throughout his childhood, but his favorite place was California....
Glenna Gaye Janis
Sep 20, 2025
Glenna G. Janis, age 76, of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away at her home on September 20, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband of 27 years.
Glenna was born on December 21, 1948, in Altus to Norma Lee (Caid) and Francis Edward Gillespie.
Glenna married Paul L. Janis on September 4, 1998, and together they shared 27 years of marriage filled with love...
CATHY ANN YARBROUGH
Sep 13, 2025
Cathy Ann Yarbrough was born on November 10, 1962, in Amarillo, Texas, to Richard and Joyce (Salisbury) Yarbrough. During her childhood, the family lived in California and New Mexico before settling in Oklahoma.
She earned her nursing degree from the University of Oklahoma and dedicated many years to serving others as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Later, Cathy moved to Washington, where...
Barbara Ann Burleson
Sep 9, 2025
Barbara Ann Burleson passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025. Ever the artist, Barbara weaved color and light into the lives of all who knew her. Barbara, who never met a stranger, lived a life filled with curiosity, fun, compassion and love.
Barbara was born to Aaron C. “Burley” and Myra Burleson in St. Louis, Missouri. She spent most of her...
Mary Juanita Davis
Sep 9, 2025
Mary Juanita (Hensley) Davis of Blair, Oklahoma passed away on September 9, 2025, at the age of 89.
Juanita was born on July 19, 1936, in Covington, Tennessee, to Robert Douglas and Willie Mae (Barbee) Hensley. Soon after, the family relocated to North Little Rock, Arkansas where Juanita spent her formative years. After graduating from high school, she married Huey P....
Laura Marie Birmingham
Sep 2, 2025
Laura Marie Birmingham stepped into the arms of Jesus just 31 days past her 100th earthly birthday, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Her motherly nature will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Born on August 2, 1925, in Soper, Oklahoma to Wiley Roosevelt and Lavada M. (Wilson) Culberson, Laura Marie and her siblings, Gayle and Darlene, were raised...
Helen Mae Kilburg
Sep 2, 2025
Helen Mae Kilburg passed from this life on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the age of 89. A long-time resident of Altus, Helen and her late husband, Jerry, made their home in SW Oklahoma sharing 65 years together.
Born to Albert and Florence (Becker) Thola on April 8, 1936, in Bellevue, Iowa, Helen spent her formative years in the area. She...
Rita Jean Kistler
Aug 30, 2025
Rita Jean Kistler was born on February 11, 1939, in Anglesey East, United Kingdom, to Henry and Mary Moore.
Born and raised in the United Kingdom, Rita met Bobby Lee Kistler at a dance, where her energetic twisting quickly captured his heart. They married soon after and moved to the United States with the Air Force, eventually arriving at Altus Air...
James Eldon Bagwell
Aug 28, 2025
James Eldon Bagwell was born on August 18, 1935, in Warren, Oklahoma to Clark and Margaret (Borden) Bagwell. He was dubbed “Pee-Wee” at a very young age because of his stature, an endearment he carried throughout adulthood. But that small frame came with a mighty personality.
Raised in Southwest Oklahoma, Pee-Wee graduated from Warren High School. On April 13, 1954, he...