logo
Login Subscribe
Google Play App Store
  • News
    • Obituaries
    • Lifestyle
    • Opinions
  • Sports
  • E-edition
  • Public Notices
  • Calendar
  • Archives
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Advertisers
    • Form Submission
    • About Us
    • News
      • Obituaries
      • Lifestyle
      • Opinions
    • Sports
    • E-edition
    • Public Notices
    • Calendar
    • Archives
    • Contact
      • Contact Us
      • Advertisers
      • Form Submission
      • About Us
Sharon Kay Miller
Obituaries
February 14, 2024
Sharon Kay Miller

Sharon Kay Miller, 75, passed away on Feb. 8, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. Sharon was born on Dec. 17, 1948 in Hanna, Oklahoma to Cecil Leeper and Lucille Spillers.

In 1965, she married Shorty Metcalf. They were married for 24 years and three sons were born to this union.

On July 4, 1995, Sharon married Charlie Miller in South Carolina. They were married for 28 years. She thought the world of her husband and was forever grateful for the love and life he gave her.

Sharon was a member of the Lighthouse Christian Center in Eufaula. She loved attending church, cooking for her family and having family get-togethers.

Sharon also loved being outside, gardening, tending to her plants, shopping trips with her girls and playing and spending time with all her grandkids and great grandkids.

During the summer, she loved to can and teach her children and grandchildren all the traditions to pass down. Sharon was such a monumental figure of her family.

Survivors include: her husband, Charlie Miller, of the home; three sons: Joe Metcalf, Gene Metcalf, Brian Metcalf and wife Kim, all of Eufaula, Okla.; step-daughter, Tracy Fleming; brother, Steve Leeper, of Eufaula; sister-in-law, Ruthann Leeper; 11 grandchildren: Bryan Vermillion, Kasidee Beaver and husband Aaron, Jordan Metcalf, Autumn Metcalf, Jacob Metcalf and wife Madison, Micah Metcalf, Amanda Metcalf, Josh Metcalf, Jeremiah Metcalf, Ethan Metcalf, and Kayden Metcalf; and five greatgrandchildren: Mason, Tatum, Kai, Myles, and Kash.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Lucille Leeper; sister, Lauralie Sue; brother Cecil “Bus” Leeper; and nephew Timmy Frederick.

A memorial service was held at 10 a.m., Monday, Feb. 12, 2024 at the Lighthouse Christian Center with Reverend John Parish and Reverend Dusty McKeefer officiating.

Online condolences may be made at www. hbmfuneralhome.com.

Cremation arrangements were made with Hunn Black & Merritt Funeral Home & Crematory.

City of Eufaula rings in the New Year with Fire Chief Corey Cantrell at the helm
A: Main, news
City of Eufaula rings in the New Year with Fire Chief Corey Cantrell at the helm
January 14, 2026
As the City of Eufaula steps into a new year, it also marks the beginning of a new chapter in public safety leadership. Corey Cantrell officially begins his first full year as Fire Chief of the Eufaul...
Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
B:, sports
Eufaula Ironheads crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR 
January 14, 2026
The No. 8 Eufaula Ironheads (11-2) were crowned Warner Eagles Cherokee Classic Champions Saturday after dismantling the No. 3 Okay Mustangs 60-47. Eufaula continues to be a fun team to watch. They’re ...
Construction begins on EHS Event Center
A: Main, news
Construction begins on EHS Event Center
By Shauna Belyeu General Manager 
January 14, 2026
Thanks to Eufaula voters, big changes are coming to Eufaula school campuses, changes that will allow the district to continue to grow and provide quality education. Construction is now underway on the...
A: Main, news
Voter registration and absentee ballot deadlines are approaching
January 14, 2026
Friday, January 16, is the last day to apply for voter registration to be eligible to vote in the February 10 Henryetta School Board Special Election, McIntosh County Election Board Secretary Kim Limb...
A: Main, news
Chamber to host general meeting
January 14, 2026
The Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce will host its first meeting for the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at noon at the Chamber office located 301 N. Main. Lunch will be donated by Watson’s Lakeside Beef...
ODOT nears completion of Main Street improvement project
A: Main, news
ODOT nears completion of Main Street improvement project
By Shauna Belyeu General Manager 
January 14, 2026
City officials joined representatives from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the project contractor on Jan. 9 to walk the Main Street construction corridor and review completed work as the...
ePaper
google_play
app_store
Editor Picks
Eufaula Chamber of Commerce welcomes Turner as new executive director
A: Main, news
Eufaula Chamber of Commerce welcomes Turner as new executive director
By Shauna Belyeu General Manager 
January 14, 2026
The Eufaula Area Chamber of Commerce has welcomed Tim Turner as its new executive director, a role he officially assumed on Jan. 1. “Tim brings fresh perspective and energy as the organization continu...
news
Oklahoma homeowners can now access grants up to $10,000 to strengthen homes and lower costs
January 14, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma homeowners statewide now have an opportunity to significantly reduce storm damage risk and lower their insurance costs through a proven state grant program. The Oklahoma Insur...
news
Statewide Charter School Board audit finds no misappropriation at Epic
January 14, 2026
The Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board has voted to accept the findings of a forensic audit of Epic Charter Schools’ finances. The audit revealed no misappropriation of funds or willful wrongdoin...
Community Calendar
news
Community Calendar
January 14, 2026
If you would like to list your meeting or event in the Community Calendar, please email all the information to jerry@cookson.news, call the Indian Journal at 918-689-2191 or drop the information off a...
Insights about the Eufaula Dormitory will be shared at Friends’ meeting
news
Insights about the Eufaula Dormitory will be shared at Friends’ meeting
By LENORE BECHTEL 
January 14, 2026
Sulli Mariah Lee grew up in Eufaula’s Native American boarding school from 1954 to 1965 when she graduated from Eufaula High School. A Muscogee (Creek) Nation citizen with Cherokee and Choctaw heritag...
Facebook

THE EUFAULA INDIAN JOURNAL
100 N. 2nd Street
Eufaula, OK 74432

(918) 689-2191

This site complies with ADA requirements

© 2023 THE EUFAULA INDIAN JOURNAL

  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility Policy