Theata Cogburn Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Theata Cogburn of Fort Towson, Oklahoma, whose life came to an end on May 11, 2026 at the age of 77, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Theata Cogburn to show support.
Though Theata may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Theata touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
She was predeceased by: her parents, George W. Cooper, Sr. and Dorothy Cooper (Malicoat); her husband James "Shorty" Cogburn; and her siblings, Gloria Cooper, George W. Cooper, Jr. of Utah, John H. Cooper, Daniel M. Cooper and Cleo C. Cooper.
She is survived by: her children, Casey Cogburn of Fort Towson, Oklahoma and Valorie Dunkin of Fort Towson; her granddaughters, Skyelar B. Woodruff (Dakota) of Fort Towson and Kendall L. Boyett (Tyler) of Antlers, Oklahoma; and her great grandchild Crue Boyett. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.
