logo
Login Subscribe
Google Play App Store
  • News
    • Obituaries
    • Lifestyle
    • Opinion
  • Sports
  • E-edition
  • Public Notices
  • Calendar
  • Archives
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Advertisers
    • Form Submission
    • About Us
    • News
      • Obituaries
      • Lifestyle
      • Opinion
    • Sports
    • E-edition
    • Public Notices
    • Calendar
    • Archives
    • Contact
      • Contact Us
      • Advertisers
      • Form Submission
      • About Us
Bobby Joe Frame II
Obituaries
March 6, 2025
Bobby Joe Frame II

March 14, 1959 – Feb. 25, 2025

Lifetime Checotah resident Bobby Joe Frame II peacefully left this life on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Saturday, March 14, 1959, in Muskogee to Bob and Joan Frame. Bobby graduated from Checotah High School in 1977.

He worked at Frame Lumber most of his life except for his service of two terms in the Oklahoma State House of Representatives.

In his spare time, he enjoyed growing vegetables, especially tomatoes and sharing them. He generously took care of his mother and his uncle, Red Peterson. Bobby loved nature, hunting, fishing and especially people. He was so proud of all his children and really adored his grandchildren. Bobby loved to watch his children play basketball.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Joan Frame; his grandmother, Katy Peterson; and Uncle Red Peterson.

Bobby is survived by his children, Trey Frame (Olivia); Megan Frame; son-in-law Luis Albani; Allan Frame (Brenna); Tucker Frame (Hayley); Georgia Brinsfield (Mason); his sister, Diane Bertone of Farmington, Arkansas; brother Tim Frame and wife Cindy of Checotah, Oklahoma; and sister Becky Sovine and husband Andy of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Kinlee, Kyson, Asher, Julian, Christian and Oaklee. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other extended family and a lifetime of friends.

Services were held on Monday, March 3, 2025 at Checotah Church of Christ with Mr. Don Cherry and Mr. Cyrus Spears ministering. Committal prayers and interment followed at Greenlawn Cemetery in Checotah under the personal direction of John Garrett.

Serving as Casket Bearers were Mike Spradlin, Mike Hogan, Roy Matthews, Mike Mass, Clayton Cutbirth and Buzz Roberts. Charly Grey, Frank Mann, Randy Kindred and Cody Vinson served as Honorary Casket Bearers.

You may share online condolences with Bobby’s family at www.garrettfamilyfuneralhome. com.

The family of Bobby Frame entrusted his care, services and burial to John & Kim Garrett and the dedicated staff of Garrett Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services. 311 SW 2nd St. Checotah, OK 74426

Stilwell Indians pull away in second half to defeat Checotah Wildcats
B:, Sports...
Stilwell Indians pull away in second half to defeat Checotah Wildcats
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 22, 2026
STILWELL — The Stilwell Indians used a strong offensive performance and physical defense to defeat the Checotah Wildcats (3-9) by a final score of 74–38 in a nondistrict boys basketball game Friday ni...
this is a test
Paws N Claws – Eufaula celebrates second anniversary
A: Main, News...
Paws N Claws – Eufaula celebrates second anniversary
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
It’s been two years since Paws N Claws –Eufaula, OK started their volunteer group to help pound pups find homes in McIntosh County and the surrounding areas. What started off as a small volunteer part...
this is a test
A: Main, News...
Absentee Ballot applications available for 2026 election year
January 22, 2026
Voters in McIntosh County who want absentee ballots mailed to them for elections in 2026 should apply now. Any registered voter may request absentee ballots for a specific election or for a full calen...
this is a test
Fast Lanes Bowling Center celebrates 25 years
A: Main, News...
Fast Lanes Bowling Center celebrates 25 years
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 22, 2026
Fast Lanes Bowling Center recently celebrated a mile marker anniversary – their 25th year in Checotah. “It’s hard to believe 25 years ago, Fast Lanes opened its doors,” Lori Barnard said. “And because...
this is a test
MLK Day gathering in reflects on faith, responsibility and community
A: Main, News...
MLK Day gathering in reflects on faith, responsibility and community
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
Community members gathered Sunday, Jan. 18, at Mount Olive Star Missionary Baptist Church in Checotah for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance centered on faith, reflection, and shared responsibili...
this is a test
Author shares story of purpose and memory
News
Author shares story of purpose and memory
By STAFF REPORT 
January 22, 2026
Sulli Mariah Lee, author of the book Wees Are Kneak Moments and a member of the Eufaula High School Class of 1965, opened her presentation last Friday at the Eufaula Public Library by recalling a sent...
this is a test
ePaper
coogle_play
app_store
Editor Picks
News
Checotah Senior Center menu
January 22, 2026
January 26-30, 2026 Call to make reservations. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. Mon. - Fri. Monday, Jan. 26: Sloppy Joe; potato; veggie salad; cookie; milk Tuesday, Jan. 27: Chicken salad; cucumber salad; frui...
this is a test
Local Beta Sigma Phi announces meetings
News
Local Beta Sigma Phi announces meetings
January 22, 2026
The local Beta Sigma Phi chapter met Jan. 12, 2026 at the lovely home of Janelle McKnight who served as hostess along with Gretchen Payne who served as cohostess. After Karen Martin reported that memb...
this is a test
News
Competitors needed for Chili Cook-Off
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 22, 2026
Who is ready to compete for the best tasting chili in McIntosh County? The 18th Annual Chili Cook-Off is set for Saturday, Feb, 28 to benefit the Heartland Heritage Museum & Gallery. This year the chi...
this is a test
Relax to reset and reconnect
Opinion
Relax to reset and reconnect
January 22, 2026
In a world where it seems we stay connected 24-7 to social media, our jobs and more, we must intentionally do what we can to stop and relax, reset and reconnect. Each week if I don’t intentionally tak...
this is a test
Opinion
MLK Day in Eufaula: Justice That Keeps Moving
By MICHAEL BARNES 
January 22, 2026
In a town like Eufaula, people still know one another. We see familiar faces at ball games and grocery stores, in church pews and along the lake. That closeness is a gift. It is also a responsibility....
this is a test
Facebook
Twitter
Tweets
Twitter
Tweets

MCINTOSH COUNTY DEMOCRAT
300-A S. Broadway
Checotah, OK
74426

(918) 473-2313

This site complies with ADA requirements

© 2023 Mcintosh Democrat

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility Policy