In Memory of Lucille Gough

Lucille Gough was born on August 30, 1927, in Wilburton, Oklahoma, to Otto Amos Bullard and Ethel (Gray) Bullard. She passed peacefully from this life on February 14, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Wilburton at the age of 98.

Lucille’s life was rooted in family, faith, and community. Having lived her entire life in Wilburton, she was a steady and loving presence to all who knew her. She cherished her family above all else and found her greatest joy in gathering everyone together—children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren—creating memories that will be treasured for generations.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Gough; her parents, Otto Amos and Ethel (Gray) Bullard; her brothers, Cecil, S.T., Spud, Jim, Virgil, Vernon, Gene, and Charlie; and her sisters, Peggy and Juanita.

Lucille leaves behind a legacy of love through her children: son Lester Gough Jr.; daughters Linda Timmons and husband G.W., Cathy Smith and husband Randy, and Karen Long and husband Steve.

She was a proud grandmother to Treasure House and husband Charles, Cherish Shann and husband Tyler, Summer Bullard, Brandy Bullard, and Jed Timmons and wife Shanna.

Her love continued through her great-grandchildren: Tristan House, Chase Shann, Sophie Bullard, Stage Watkins, Storm Watkins, and Sicily Bullard.

Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Vic Bullard, Randy Smith, Charles House, Tristan House, G.W. Timmons, Chase Shann, Tyler Shann, and Jason Lawrence. Honorary pallbearers are Jed Timmons, Storm Watkins, Stage Watkins, and Vernon Biggs.

A time of viewing will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Waldrop Funeral Home in Wilburton. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Waldrop Funeral Home Chapel in Wilburton, with Rev. Randy Waldrop officiating. Burial will follow at Lutie Cemetery in Wilburton.

Lucille’s gentle spirit, steady love, and devotion to her family will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her. Though she will be deeply missed, her life was a beautiful testament to faithfulness, strength, and unconditional love.