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Marissa K. Smith, Randy K. Meeks and Griffin W. Parker Obituary, Rogers County, OK Accident Death: Three Has Died in Fatal Rideshare Collision on U.S. Highway 412

Three people have passed away following a tragic crash involving a rideshare vehicle in Rogers County, Oklahoma, in a devastating collision that occurred on April 9 at the intersection of U.S. Highway 412 and County Road 4160. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol confirmed the incident happened around 8:48 p.m. and resulted in the deaths of all three occupants of the rideshare SUV.

According to investigators, the SUV driver, identified as 32-year-old Marissa K. Smith of Bartlesville, had recently picked up two passengers when she stopped at a stop sign before entering the highway. Authorities say she failed to yield to oncoming traffic, pulling directly into the path of a semi-truck.

The semi-truck struck the SUV with significant force, causing the vehicle to roll multiple times before both vehicles came to rest in the median. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but all three individuals in the rideshare vehicle were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The victims have been identified as Marissa K. Smith, 32, of Bartlesville; Randy K. Meeks, 66, of Jenks; and Griffin W. Parker, 47, of Jenks. Authorities confirmed that the driver and passenger in the semi-truck were not injured. Witness statements reportedly align with the truck driver’s account of the collision.

The Oklahoma Highway Patrol continues to investigate the crash, reviewing evidence and working to confirm the full sequence of events. Officials have also stated that next of kin notifications are still being completed as part of the ongoing process.

As news of the tragedy spreads, the communities of Bartlesville and Jenks are mourning the sudden loss of three lives in what authorities describe as a catastrophic roadway accident. Tributes and condolences have begun to emerge as friends and family remember those who were lost.

The family and loved ones of the victims will release official obituary 2026, funeral arrangements, visitation, memorial, and celebration of life details when they choose to do so, as it is their sole right. The public is respectfully asked to allow privacy during this difficult time. Pending confirmation, not all circulating details are accurate, and updates may follow as new information becomes available.

The information provided in this report is for general informational purposes only. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or reliability.

 

 

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