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[2026] John Orsulak and Pat Hobbs Interview
This interview with Pat Hobbs and John Orsulak explores their 36-year relationship following a chance encounter at a church, their careers and longtime involvement in theater and music. They also highlight their activism within the LGBTQ community in…
[2026] Joe McDonald Obituary
Joseph (Joe) McDonald, MD, passed away on February 12, 2026 in Tulsa. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 66 years, Nancy McDonald. Joe and Nancy were long-time advocates for Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) and Tulsa PFLAG, serving both…
[2026] Jeremy Simmons Interview
Jeremy Simmons shares his journey of self-discovery and advocacy within the LGBTQ+ community. Growing up in a conservative, religious environment, he navigated the complexities of his sexual identity while facing societal expectations and bullying.…
[2026] Sue Welch and Marcy Smith Interview
Sue Welch and Marcy Smith share their personal journeys, highlighting their experiences growing up in Oklahoma and navigating their identities as members of the LGBTQ+ community. Marcy recounts her childhood in Tulsa, her education at Oklahoma…
[2025] Kent Harrell Interview
Video recording and transcription of Toby Jenkin’s December 23, 2025, interview. The interview explores his life and experiences focusing on his journey through early life, family dynamics, understanding his sexual orientation, and his career in drag…
[2007] Vernon Jones Interview
Video recording and transcription of Laura Belmonte’s interview of Vernon Jones conducted on February 28, 2007. Video and Transcript available at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center for on-site research. Vernon was born on May 3, 1935, near Tulsa and…
[2003] Dennis Neill Interview
Video recording and transcript of oral history interview with Laura Belmonte on December 10, 2003. Dennis discusses his early life growing up in Ponca City, Oklahoma, experiences at Oklahoma State University and the University of Texas Law School. In…
[2003] Bob Inglish, Mike Green, and Dennis Neill Interview
Bob Inglish, Mike Green and Dennis Neill Oral History Interview with Kerry Lewis on May 5, 2003 - Discover the early days of Tulsa's LGBTQ+ activism through the personal stories of key founders. This episode explores how the community built a social,…
[2004] Letter from Dennis R. Neill to Oklahoma Legislatures on Same-Gender Civil Unions
Letter from Dennis R. Neill to Oklahoma Legislatures on Same-Gender Civil Unions. The letter is addressed to Oklahoma State Senator Penny Williams.
[2010] Letter to City Councilors on Non-Discrimination Ordinance
Letter written by Dennis Neill to Bill Christiansen, City Councilor, District 8, regarding the city's non-discrimination ordinance.
[2003] Dennis Neill Remarks at Gala
2 pages of a transcript of Dennis Neill's remarks at Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights' (TOHR) annual gala in 2003. Includes mentions of United State Ambassador James Hormel's presence and the importance of community contribution to the center.
[2007] Dennis Neill Gala Comments on Lifetime Achievement Award
An incomplete copy of Dennis Neill's comments on the Lifetime Achievement Award
[2005] TOHR eNews
Five newsletter emails from Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights (TOHR) from February 8, 2005, to March 24, 2005.
[2020] OKEQ Weekly eNews, 30 January 2020
An email newsletter from Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ) sent on January 30, 2020, 5 pages. Primarily focuses on the upcoming 40th Anniversary Equality Gala planned for April 18, 2020.
[2007] Lifetime Achievement Award Dennis Neill Acceptance Speech
A transcript of Dennis Neill's acceptance speech for the Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ) Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2007 Equality Gala, 2 pages.
[2007] Diversity Gala Tulsa World May 23, 2007
A scanned copy of page D2 from the Tulsa World, May 23, 2007, featuring an article regarding the Equality Gala taking place on June 9, 2007, 1 page. Also includes a list of sponsors organized by donation rank.