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ommy Keith Anderson (January 6, 1950-November 7, 2025) Born in Shidler, Oklahoma, Tom was a natural leader whose strength, generosity, and love shaped the lives of all who knew him. From humble beginnings on a farm in Burbank, Oklahoma to earning his graduate degree from the University of Oklahoma, he embodied a lifelong dedication to learning, hard work, and perseverance.

George Edward Dewayne Johnston was born on May 4, 1931, at Home in a small tin roofed house at Welch Prairie, Oklahoma. He was the 4th child of five children of George Oliver and Ollie (Welch) Johnston.

Annella Marie Revis, age 70, of Sapulpa, and most recently residing in New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, 2025.

Former Quapaw Nation Business Committee ChairmanJohn was born on August 31, 1958, in Lakewood, Colorado, the fifth of seven children of Joseph Lane and Janet Long Berrey. His father’s aerospace engineering career took the family to Florissant, Missouri, where John spent his early school years, and later to Fountain Valley, California, where he graduated from Los Amigos High School in 1976.

September 19, 1956- October 11, 2025 Reverend Clifford Wright Springwater, born on September 19, 1956, passed away on October 11, 2025, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, at the age of 69. He entered heavens gates with his family by his side. A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Ponca Tribal Cultural Center. Following the traditional Noon Feast, a Funeral Ceremony will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 16, 2025, with Dr. Rev. Louis Headman o

May 13, 1942-October 22, 2025 Genevieve Coleman White, 83, of Claremore, OK, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in Tulsa, OK. Genevieve was born May 13, 1942, in Talihina, OK, to parents Jimmie and Lucille (Tims) Coleman. She lived with her family in Ft. Towson, OK, for several years before moving to Claremore. Genevieve attended Claremore Public Schools and graduated from Claremore High School in 1960. She was a dedicated member of Christ United Methodist Church from i