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- 6-25-2025 Cecil Cox, a former Ag teacher at Westville, Owasso, Mannford, Vinita, and Collinsville passed away on May 21st. His obituary is here
- 6-3-2025 Marvin Lindsey, former Ag teacher and Southeast Area Supervisor passed away June 1 at the age of 101. Graveside services are Saturday, June 7th at the Hobart rose Cemetery in Hobart, Oklahoma.https://www.rayandmarthas.com/obituaries/marvin-lindsey
- 6-2-2025 We are saddened of the passing of Joe Stephens retired Agricultutal Education Instructor in Bristow, Ok. OBITUARY
- 5-29-2025 Prayers of healing are welcomed for the Allan Poe (former Waynoka Ag teacher) family as they have suffered a tragic loss of their oldest son, Price Poe. Price was a proud Cherokee FFA member who had just received his Greenhand FFA Degree. His obituary can be found at: https://www.lanmanfuneralhome.com/obituaries/price-poe
- 5-29-2025 We ask that your thoughts and prayers be with the Womack family. Monte Womack passed away on May 28th. Monte had a long history of service to Agricultural Education as a teacher, administrator, and long time Alumni Council President. He and his wife Renia were recognized as the VIP recipients at this year’s convention. He leaves a powerful legacy of service to his family and the Agricultural Education community. A Celebration BBQ is planned for Monte on June 7 at noon at the Morris High School Cafeteria. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Monte Womack Scholarship Fund at PO Box 444, Morris, OK 74445
- 5-28-2025 Donald Gene Boggs obituary link
- 4-14-2025 Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Larry Brady, who passed away on April 12th. Larry taught at Balko from 1961-1994, and is a member of the Ag Teacher Hall of Fame. His obituary and service information can be found here.
- 3-26-2025 The Legendary Wes Watkins passed away this morning. One of the OKFFA all-time greats! Funeral details will be announced as soon as we know.
- 3-21-2025 Rick Hamm born June 3, 1954, passed March 18, 2025 in Muskogee, OK. Rick taught Ag Ed at Sperry, Owasso, and Caney before changing careers and working in automotive retail. His obituary can be seen here
- 1-7-2025 William (Bill) Gerler passed away peacefully Saturday evening at St. Francis hospital. His funeral will be Thursday, January 9th at 2:00pm at Inola Christian Church in Inola, Ok. There will be visitation from 1-7pm on Wednesday January 8th, at the Inola Funeral Home where the family will greet friends from 5-7pm. Bill is a former Agricultural Education instructor at Okmulgee and Inola.
- 10-31-2024 We are very saddened to hear the news that Rodney Washmon's (Ag Teacher in Woodward) father passed away. No obituary is available yet.
- Please see the attached photo and details regarding Clay's Benefit Dinner and Auction. Join us in supporting the Hamil family! Clay suffered a stroke while in Tulsa for the Tulsa State Fair. This wonderful family is always willing to help others, so let's show our appreciation and support for them! We will have auction items available both on Facebook and in person. To donate items or for more information, please contact Cherice Fox at 580-774-8527 or Lori White at 580-334-2803. If you have any questions or need help getting in contact, please reach out. Codey Yandell OAETA NW Area V.P.
- 10-1-2024 Merle Nickelson see obituary
- 8-21-2024 Gene Benson, passed away this week. He was a basketball referee, Ag Ed teacher, school administrator in the Coyle, Mulhall-Orlando and Dover areas. He was well respected and a good friend. Gene helped mentor four future superintendents that graduated from Dover. His funeral is Friday afternoon in Stillwater at 2:00 in the Presbyterian Church.
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Jun 25, 2025
