Rogers Funeral Home

06/25/2026

Christopher Scott Baker a resident of Henryetta passed this life on June 22, 2026 at the age of 50. Born January 4, 1976 in Tulare, CA to Doug and Lawanda (Russell) Baker. He worked as a mechanic .

He is preceded in death by his mother and a sister Maranda Baker Melton.

Survived by his father Doug Baker of Henryetta
Brothers: Eric Baker and wife Callie of Henryetta and Brandon Baker and wife Jen of Broken Arrow
Many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be 3:00pm, Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel.

06/19/2026

Jeffery Ellis Osterdock a resident of Henryetta passed this life on June 17, 2026 in Tulsa, Ok. Born June 17, 1965 in Idabel, Ok to George and Alice Osterdock.

He joined the military in 1987. He spent time as a teacher/coach at Graham and Henryetta. He went to active-duty military from 2001 until retirement in 2023.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother Charlie Osterdock.

Survived by his wife Karyn of the home.
Children: Alyssa McMillen and husband Asher of Wichita Falls, TX; Josh Osterdock and Jordan Osterdock of the home
Sister: Donna Ashalintubbi and husband Kenny of Eageltown;
Brother: Shawn Osterdock of Broken Bow and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 10:00 am, Saturday, June 20th at the Dewar First Baptist Church with Ryan Wells, officiating. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army. Services provided by the Rogers Funeral Home.

06/15/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rose Louise Robertson on June 10, 2026 at the age of 91. Louise was born on June 9, 1935 in Pharoah, Oklahoma to George and Nancy (Nee Manion) Patterson. She was the last of her generation and was ready to move to her forever home in heaven.
When Louise was a toddler the family moved to Los Angeles, CA where she started school and met her best lifelong friend Ms. Irene Roggia of Lyons OR. They have been friends for over 85 years. A few years later Louise and her family moved back to Oklahoma to live on the farm. Saying goodbye to her friend, concrete sidewalks and paved roads to saying hello to open fields, muddy roads and no kids close by, but she adapted and flourished in her new environment.
Louise met the love of her life, her beloved husband, James “Jack” Robertson and they married in 1950. They knew straight away that they were meant for each other. He had just returned from his two-year enlistment in the army in Germany and had received notice that he was being recalled for the Korean war and would leave in two weeks. When he returned from the Korean war, they eventually bought a farm/ranch near the community of Dustin, OK where she lived for 65 years. They built a wonderful life together through the blessings of the Lord, hard work and keeping a high degree of integrity. Louise was known for her faith in the Lord, hard work ethics, being a wonderful cook, having love and support for her family and community.
Louise worked on the farm and ranch raising 5 boys and worked for the Dustin OK, post office for 30 years. Serving as the postmaster for most of those years. After retiring in 1998, she became an accomplished artist and was instrumental in forming the Henryetta Art Association. She was an active member of the Dustin First Baptist church where she taught Sunday school, made many great memories and had a positive impact on many area youth.
Preceded in joining the Lord were her mother & father, George and Nancy Patterson, her husband James “Jack” Robertson. Her siblings Mary, Dorothy, Fred, Jeannie and Michael. Her sons, James “Jackie” Robertson and Mickey Robertson and grandson Billy Robertson
Survived by Sons: Robert Lee and Pamela Robertson of Westlake La, Timothy Alan Robertson and Linda of Weleetka, Ok, and Richard Robertson of Dustin Ok.
Grandchildren: Jamey and Loria Robertson of Magnolia Ark, Jeff and Whitney Robertson of Ellensburg, Wa, Christy Lynn Rhodes and Brian Malone of Tyler, Tx – Nissa and Herve Eibes of St Martin de Crau France, Charlotte McCann of Westlake La. – Timothy and Kimberly Robertson of Dustin, Ok., Jennifer and Brandon Harjo of Weleetka Ok. – Jennifer Thompson of Henryetta Ok, Jillian Smithling of Henryetta OK, Ashley and Kevin Boeckman of Edmund Ok. – Kenneth and Ashley Robertson of Weleetka, Ok, Ryan and Cristan “CJ” Robertson of Hanna, Ok.
Many Great Grandchildren, Great-Great Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews, Friends and Family.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to your local church.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at the Robertson Family Cemetery south of the Graham School under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

Allen Dale Been left this world on May 20, 2026, in Tulsa, surrounded by family.
He was born February 3, 1956, to Wilson and Helen Been. Allen was a member of Schulter
Baptist Church and attended Schulter School where he was Salutatorian of his senior class.
After high school, he attended East Central University in Ada on a baseball scholarship then
worked at Anchor Glass until his health caused him to be medically retired.
An avid baseball and softball player and coach, one of the highlights of Allen’s life was
when he attended Texas Rangers Fantasy Camp where he was given the opportunity to
play catcher for the Great Nolan Ryan and was awarded camp MVP.
Before his health deteriorated, he would hunt and fish at any given opportunity.
Allen found real freedom on the back of his motorcycle with the wind in his face and his
long-time friend, Caveman (Dave Moore), by his side. Allen also served as the National
President of BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse), helping bring the organization and their
cause to many states and countries.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, two stepfathers and three stepbrothers.

Left to celebrate his life is Allen’s wife of 44 years, Carol; son Lester Been; granddaughter
Tawne’e Been and significant other Cody Howell; sister Sue Carlton; sister-in-law Theresa
Moore and husband Dave; sister-in-law Darlene Brasier and husband Charles; brother-in-
law John M. Doneti; brother-in-law Allen Winn and partner Brett Dobbs.

In-laws Alice Jo Kindred Jones and John T. and Lavern Doneti.
Nieces Krisi Odom and husband Timothy, Melissa Blankenship and husband Randy, Cindy
Hodge, and nephew Curtis Colton.
Great grandsons Russell William Howell, Jackson Allen Howell and Elijah Wilson Howell,
whom he adored with his whole heart!
And many cousins, extended family and a host of friends (especially his motorcycle family).
He will be greatly missed.

Funeral service will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at St Michaels Catholic Church with Father Robert Duck officiating. Interment will follow at the Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of the Rogers Funeral Home.

05/19/2026

Sharon Upshaw, a longtime resident of Henryetta, passed away on May 16, 2026, in Henryetta at the age of 88. She was born on March 20, 1938, in Henryetta to Rees and Myrtle (Stephenson) Powell. She married William Upshaw on December 21, 1963, in Henryetta. Sharon worked for many years at the Henryetta Bakery, owned by Alex Swyden, and later at Rocky’s Convenience Store.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William Upshaw; her sister, Delores Sharp; and her brother, Robert “Bobby” Powell.

Sharon is survived by her son, John Upshaw; grandson, Conner Upshaw; brother, John Powell and wife Sandra; former daughter-in-law, Lori Crewse; brother-in-law, Doyle Upshaw and wife Margaret; along with many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of Rogers Funeral Home.

05/11/2026

Doris Ray (Buzan) Francis Shoemake, a resident of Henryetta, passed away on May 8, 2026, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, at the age of 87. She was born February 2, 1939, in Henryetta to Murrell and Dorothy (May) Buzan.
Doris worked as an accountant, keeping books for the North Canadian Baptist Center Henryetta First Baptist Church and later for Okmulgee County Emergency Management. She was a former member of the Henryetta First Baptist Church and member the First Christian Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Thurman Wayne Francis; her second husband, Bob Shoemake; her brother, Eddie Buzan; and a son-in-law, Dwayne Ausbrooks.

She is survived by her children: Debbie Ausbrooks of Okmulgee; Randy Francis of Bartlesville; and Patti Custar and husband Donny of Ardmore.
Grandchildren include Melissa Clark and husband Cody; Danny Ausbrooks and wife Rachel; Rocky Ausbrooks and wife Samantha; Megan Francis and significant other Blaine Wilkerson.; Derrick Francis; Amy Riddle; Josh Custar and wife Lindsey; Jeremiah Custar and wife Kara; Ashley Adams and husband Kenny; and Josiah Custar and wife Alex.
Great-grandchildren include Cooper Ausbrooks and wife Ashlyn , Brylee Ausbrooks, Kaleb Ausbrooks, Addy Ausbrooks, TesFaye Ausbrooks, Penelope Clark, Brantley Clark, Kaden Dean, Kellen Dean, Isaac Riddle, Emma Riddle, Kennedy Adams, Olivia Adams, Jaxon Custar, Max Custar, Malachi Custar, Zoe Custar, and Lyla Custar, Lexi Custar.
She is also survived by one great-great-grandchild, Brixlyn Ausbrooks; her sister, Jane Johnson and husband Jimmie of Henryetta; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thank you for the nursing services performed by Caitlin Nevels.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Rogers Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of Rogers Funeral Home

05/11/2026

Dawni Brison, a resident of Dewar, Oklahoma, passed away on May 9, 2026. She was born on August 3, 1952, to Dwight and Melba (Bicknell) Snider. She married Ronnie Wayne Brison on June 18, 1971, in Henryetta, Oklahoma.

Dawni worked for Henryetta Public Schools before retiring from Dewar Public Schools. She also kept the books for her husband’s appliance repair business, served as secretary at Simons Funeral Home, and was an avid Dewar Booster supporter. Dawni was a faithful member of Dewar First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Ronnie Wayne Brison.

She is survived by her son, Ronnie Wayne Brison II and wife Amber of Dewar, Oklahoma; grandsons, Jentry Brison and wife Molli of Henryetta, James Brison and fiancée Kathryn of Oklahoma City, and Jeron Brison of Dewar; great-grandson, Wyatt Brison; and brother, Mick Snider and wife Teresa of Edmond.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 15, 2026, at Dewar First Baptist Church with Rev. Ryan Wells officiating and Rev. Mick Snider, assisting.Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery under the direction of Rogers Funeral Home.

05/09/2026

Thelma Jean (Titsworth) Rhodes Robertson, a longtime resident of Henryetta, passed away on May 8, 2026. She was born on August 24, 1929, in Okemah, Oklahoma, to James Luther and Elsa Zera (Langwell) Titsworth. Thelma was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed creating ceramic dolls and quilting.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Eugene Rhodes; her son, Dwight Rhodes; and her second husband, Bill “Bulldog” Robertson.

She is survived by her son, Kenny Rhodes of Seminole; daughter, Debbie Wells and husband Gary of Henryetta; daughters-in-law, Lydell Rhodes of Owasso and Ginger Shockley and husband Joe of Norman; son-in-law, Micky Robertson and wife Sandy of Georgia; grandchildren, Clayton Rhodes and wife Megan, Courtney Felds and husband Taz, Ryan Wells and wife Christle, Justin Wells and wife Angelica, Nathan Robertson, Jessica Yeager, Brent Shockley, and Blake Shockley; 12 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Nettie Lou Hart, Norene Fry and husband Bobby, and Ralph Tittsworth.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Rogers Funeral Home with Rev. Ryan Wells officiating. Interment will follow at Westlawn Cemetery under the direction of Rogers Funeral Home.

05/09/2026

Billy Harjo, a resident of Henryetta, passed this life on May 7, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born March 28, 1950, in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma, to Muriel Harjo Sr. and Marian (Lewis) Haynes.

Raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Billy returned to Graham during his junior year of high school. Following graduation, he moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he attended college and earned a degree in art.
Billy spent six years in Macon, Georgia, where he coached basketball and taught science and art at Warner Robins School. Billy managed the Creek Nation Trading Post in Macon GA as well as Okmulgee. He later worked as a bingo caller for approximately nineteen years, eventually serving as a kitchen supervisor before retiring.
Billy was internationally recognized as a champion Fancy War Dancer, and it was often said that “when he danced, his moccasins smoked.” He was also well known for his exceptional beadwork artistry. Even in recent years, Billy continued teaching beadwork classes and sharing the history and cultural traditions associated with the craft. He regularly attended beadwork art shows and possessed the remarkable ability to bead nearly anything.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marian (Lewis) Haynes and Muriel Harjo Sr.; and his stepfather, Bill Haynes. Brothers; Daniel Harjo, David Harjo and Muriel Harjo Jr.

Billy is survived by his brother, Gerald Harjo and wife Mardi of Franklin, Georgia; sisters, Beverly Chancey and husband Devin of Weleetka, and Charlotte Starkey and husband Bart of Henryetta; nieces, Misty Reece and husband Anthony of Celina, Texas, and Mindy Johnson and husband Mark of Weleetka; great-nieces, Breawna and Tayelor Starkey; great-nephews, Jase and Lane Johnson; along with a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the Rogers Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wallace Gambler officiating. Interment will follow at the Haynes Family Cemetery in the Ryal Community. Services are under the direction of Rogers Funeral Home.