Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory

08/07/2026

Gary L. Peoples, 80, of Hartshorne, passed away peacefully on the evening of August 6, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

Gary was born on December 4, 1945, in Greenwood, Arkansas. While attending high school in Haileyville, he joined the United States Navy Reserve. In 1965, he was called to active duty and went on to serve two tours aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63).

Following his military service, Gary used his GI Bill benefits to further his education, earning degrees in Electromechanical Engineering and Electronics. He spent much of his career working in these fields. While employed at Oklahoma Aerotronics, Gary met the love of his life, Diane. The two quickly knew they had found something special and were married following a two-week courtship.

Later in his career, Gary served for a number of years as manager of the Adamson Rural Water District No. 8 before retiring.

Above all, Gary treasured his family. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and created many cherished memories by taking them on vacations and adventures over the years.

Gary is survived by his wife, Diane, of the home; daughter, Amy Baldwin and, husband, John; son, Daniel and wife, Regina; grandchildren, Annabell, Graci, Chloe, Cheyenne, and Gunnar; great-grandchildren: Maci and Killian; sisters: Ann Connaughton Dimassimo, of Little Rock, and Kathy Zelnick, of Haileyville; sister-in-law, Ann Peoples, of Fort Gibson; as well as several nieces and nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Gary will be truly missed by all of those that loved him dearly.

08/07/2026

Gary L. Peoples, 80, of Hartshorne, passed away peacefully on the evening of August 6, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

Gary was born on December 4, 1945, in Greenwood, Arkansas. While att...

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08/04/2026

08/03/2026

Dustin Kyle Young, 52, of McAlester, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026, at his residence.

A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 7, 2026, at Bishop Chapel of Memories officiated by Chris Sutterfield and Deacon Stephen Dunbar. Military honors will be provided by the US Army Honors Team.

Honorary pallbearers will be Bruce Blackwell, Edward Long, Adam Hayes and Jason Cortassa.

Following the memorial service a celebration of Dustin’s life will be held at the Elks Lodge #533, 3100 Elk Dr. McAlester, OK 74501.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the St. Josephs Catholic Church Renovation Fund, 290 NW Church, Krebs, OK 74554 or the McAlester Elks Lodge #533, P.O. Box 173, McAlester, OK 74502.

A private inurnment will be held at Memory Gardens Memorial Park Cemetery.

Cremation and service arrangements are entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

Dustin was born to Kendall Gene and Janice C. (Blackwood) Young on January 14, 1974, in McAlester. He graduated from McAlester High School with the Class of 1992 and later married Lisa Cortassa, on August 8, 2009, in Krebs.

Dustin proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring after 20 years of honorable service with the rank of Master Sergeant. During his distinguished military career, he served as an Intelligence Senior Sergeant for 16 years, including service during the Gulf War. His dedication and leadership earned him the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, and numerous other military awards and commendations. Following his retirement from the Army, Dustin continued to pursue his education, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2019.

A devoted member of the McAlester Elks Lodge #533, Dustin volunteered his time and enjoyed the fellowship of his many friends there. Whether hunting, fishing, or spending a day on the golf course, he appreciated the outdoors and treasured every opportunity to share those experiences with family and friends.

More than anything, Dustin was a proud father. His sons, Marco and Luca, were the center of his world, and the time he spent with them brought him his greatest happiness.
Dustin was preceded in death by his parents, Kendall Gene Young and Janice C. Young; an infant sister, Charlotte Young; his paternal grandparents, Lee Roy Young, Jr. and Bobbie Sue Young; and his maternal grandparents, Alvie and Helen Blackwood; aunts, Judy Cochran and Nedra Tinker; uncle, Anthony Harmon; and cousin, Jina Beth Tolle.

He is survived by his wife Lisa Young, of the home; his cherished sons, Marco Young and Luca Young; aunts, Sue Ann Young, Brenda Granzow and husband Randy; cousins, Courtney, Jayden, Jaxon, Jill, Marcus, Payton, Charlie, Camden and Sterling along with numerous other cousins, extended family members, and many dear friends who will forever remember his loyalty, generosity, and unwavering love for his family and country.

07/31/2026

Dustin Kyle Young, 52 of McAlester died Friday, July 31, 2026 at his residence.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

Memorial service is pending.

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07/31/2026

Charles Stephen “Steve” Welsh, 63, of McAlester, passed away July 29, 2026, in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

A memorial service will be at 1:00p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, at The Aldridge Senior Apartments Ballroom on 200 E Carl Albert Pkwy Ste 2 in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Steve was born August 3, 1962, in San Angelo, Texas, to Charlie Ross Welsh and Connie Marilyn (Weathers) Hobaugh. He graduated from Norman High School before pursuing a variety of talents.

He earned a certification at AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine and earned a certification in Scuba Diving in his younger years. Steve loved animals and raised ostrich. He loved people and helping others. He spent years as a business consultant.

Steve is survived by his sons: Chris Percell and David Owens, Corby Percell and Crystal; daughters: Chelsea Lane Welsh and Evelyn Welsh; sisters: Tonya Harden and husband, and Brian, Robin Motley and husband, Dean; brother, Albert “Bo” Leon Hobaugh; uncle, Jerry Don and Mary Weathers; father, Albert “Al” Leon Hobaugh and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

He is preceded in death by parents, Charlie Welsh and Connie Marilyn Hobaugh; sister, Tammy Hobaugh; maternal grandparents, Charlie and Mary-Lou Salvato and Jack Weathers; paternal grandparents, John and Alma (Pritchard) Welsh; great-grandmother, Daisy (McDorman) McCutchen; and uncle, Wynn Weathers and wife, Nita.

Steve’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

07/31/2026

Charles Stephen “Steve” Welsh, 63, of McAlester, passed away July 29, 2026, in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

A memorial service will be at 1:00p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, at The Aldridge Senior Apartments Ballro...

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07/31/2026

Linda Gail Glover, 82, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on July 30, 2026, in Oklahoma City.

A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 3, 2026, at Bishop Chapel of Memories in McAlester, Oklahoma, with Gilbert Walker officiating. A burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in McAlester, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be Parker Langford, Daxton DeFrange, Tyler Storment, Christopher Otis, Heath Marco, and Larry Taylor.

Honorary pallbearers are Allen Sherman, Stanley Taylor, Paul Crowl, Chuck Crowl, Don Wilber, Aaron Duffy, David Hendershott, and Steven Hendershott.

Born November 21, 1943, in Prescott, Arkansas, to Walter and Faye Hogan, Linda married the love of her life, L.E. Glover, on April 11, 1958. Together they built a life and a family, and L.E. survives her after nearly 68 years of marriage.

Linda and L.E. raised their four children in McAlester, where she worked alongside her husband in real estate and insurance. During her career she was an active member of Business and Professional Women, served as president of the McAlester Board of Realtors, and contributed to various other professional and volunteer organizations. She later made her home in Edmond.

A lifelong member of the Church of God 7th Day, Linda regularly led the music for worship services with her powerful and beautiful voice. She was known for her large personality, her love of conversation, and her gift for telling stories. A devoted fan of board games, she was a self-proclaimed Scrabble and Trivial Pursuit champion. She was tough, intelligent, and deeply faithful—she loved the Lord and lived that love openly.

She is survived by her four children: Candee Langford and her husband Pat; Sunnie Glover and her husband Don Wilber; Larry Glover and his wife Karen; and Jordan Glover and his wife Karisa. She was a proud grandmother to Parker Langford (and his wife Bonnie), Alice Langford, Russell Langford, Christopher Otis (and his wife Niki), Tyler Storment, Daxton DeFrange, Rachael Glover, Jasmine Glover, Sienna Glover, Cortland Glover, Jordyn Glover, and Atticus Glover. Her great-grandchildren include Wyatt Langford, Louise Langford, Stone Langford, McKenzie Chance, Elle Chance, Calle Chance, Rori Langford and Hadley Otis, with another great-grandchild on the way.

She is also survived by her sister, Suzanne Duffy, and Suzanne’s husband Mike, as well as her lifelong friend, Lyn Salyers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Faye Hogan; her beloved Aunt Jean and Uncle Quay Biddle; her Mama and Papa Wingfield, with whom she spent a major part of the first years of her life while her father served in World War II; and her very special friends, Paul and Shirley Crowl.

Linda leaves behind many friends who will miss her laughter, her stories, and the way she filled a room. Her family will forever carry the strength, faith, and unconditional love she gave them.

07/31/2026

Linda Gail Glover, 82, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on July 30, 2026, in Oklahoma City.

A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 3, 2026, at Bishop Chapel of Memories in McAlester, Oklahoma, with Gilbert Walker officiating. A burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in McAles...

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