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A BRIEF HISTORY OF OKLAHOMA MUFON
First Organized: No clear records have been uncovered but it is believed the group evolved in the late 1970’s. There was a “group” that sometimes met at a Tulsa library.
There were other groups, such as the OKC based International UFO Bureau IUFOB), launched by who were hosting conferences on the topic. Other events discussed the topic or hosted speakers such as members for the ‘Midwest UFO Group’, spearheaded by Walter Andrus, out of Texas. This is the group out of which MUFON will develop. In the early 1980’s this group is making regular speaking tours into Oklahoma. The late 1970’s and 1980’s saw regular articles in Oklahoma newspaper. People had not forgotten the many earlier events in and over Oklahoma. In the early 1990’s the group was being recognized – if with slight tongue in cheek humor – in syndicated columns syndicated carried in Oklahoma newspapers.
The world wide web was making an impact in the decade and in 1997 ads began appearing in some newspapers. They were often labeled as “UFO Web Sites” and included information about the New Hampshire Mutual UFO Network, the UFO Director and Forum and UFO Folklore (all of which appear to now be defunct). (source: Add. “Excite! UFO Websites” (Source: Brown, Gloria. Perry Daily Journal Weekender (Perry, Okla.), Vol. 104, No. 193, Ed. 1 Friday, September 26, 1997, newspaper, September 26, 1997; (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc2258255/m1/10/: accessed May 14, 2026), University of North Texas Libraries, The Gateway to Oklahoma History, gateway.okhistory.org).
PAST STATE DIRECTORS:
• [2026]Marcie Keys, Oklahoma placed under New Central Region of MUFON
• [2026]C. J. Arabia (Interim Director, 2026
• [2025-2026] Robert “Bob” Sterling”, Interim; MUFON HQ.
[2025] Marilyn A. Hudson [May 2025 to Sept 2025].
Assistant State Director Dr. Janet Flowers. / June 2025. Oklahoma.
Oklahoma MUFON roles: Assistant State Director ;CFI-3 Advanced - Certified Field Investigator ; Experiencer Resource Team Member (ERT) /Case Assistance Group (CAG) ;Archivist / Researcher.
BIO: Marilyn A. Hudson is a retired educator and library professional in public, school, and academic libraries. Additionally, she is a published author and an active researcher into historical and sometimes arcane subject matter. She received a B.A. in History and an M.L.I.S. (Master in Library and Information Studies) from the University of Oklahoma.
Her published works related to the unexplained include: Sooner Saucers: 1947-1969, Oklahoma UFO’s; Sooner Saucers: Vol 2; UFO’s Over Oklahoma: A Short Guide to Route 66; 1947: Those Saucy Saucers; Encounter in Kansas; and Sunflower Saucers: Some Kansas UFO Accounts. She also has a blog dedicated to the topic UFO SKIES (https://ufoskies.blogspot.com/).
Becoming a Field Investigator with MUFON melds all these interests and professional experience together in a desire to contribute to the goals of the organization: “I. Investigate UFO sightings and collect the data in the MUFON Database for use by researchers worldwide. II. Promote research on UFOs to discover the true nature of the phenomenon, with an eye towards scientific breakthroughs, and improving life on our planet. III. Educate the public on the UFO phenomenon and its potential impact on society..”
Her favorite quote is “keep watching the skies.”
[2024] Robert "Bob" Davis [Dec. 2024 - June 2025].
Assistant State Director, Marilyn A. Hudson.
Oklahoma MUFON Roles: CFI , Advanced. Assistant State Director, State Director.
BIO: Oklahoma MUFON bids farewell to Robert "Bob" Davis after several years of committed and vital leadership. He stepped into the State Director position when William "Mike" Six was named one of the new Regional Directors for MUFON.
Bob was a dedicated Field Investigator and masterfully stepped into the leadership role. His vast experience and passion for exploring the unknown made him an invaluable asset to our team. He brought in new skills and trained to a high level of competency the certified field investigators with which he worked. He was committed to bringing accessible and easy to use tools into investigations and introduced many of these to the betterment of the trainees and the final results.
Bob holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and began his career as a production engineer with Philips Lighting. He later transitioned to a career spanning 39 years as an electrical engineer, designing hardware and writing software for various flight simulators. His engineering background has provided him with the analytical skills needed for investigating unexplained aerial phenomena.
Bob’s fascination with UFOs started in his childhood after reading The Report on Unidentified Flying Objects by Edward J. Ruppelt. As a teenager, his interest deepened with Chariots of the Gods by Erich Von Daniken. His approach to UFO investigation mirrors his engineering mindset—careful data collection, correlation, and teamwork are essential to uncovering the truth.
[2023-2024] William "Mike" Six
Oklahoma Mufon/ MUFON roles: Regional Director, State Director, and Assistant State Director. A certified field investigator and a MUFON STAR Team Member.
BIO: William “Mike” Six was a native Oklahoman, born in Tulsa. He Joined the U.S. Marine Corps right after graduation from High School in 1971. While in the military, he was assigned to the Fleet Marine Force where he served as a rotary wing (helicopter) Flight Engineer and Aerial observer and was assigned to a Marine Attack Helicopter Squadron.
Upon his return back stateside, Mike was selected for the “Platoon Leaders Class” and attended the University of Oklahoma where he studied Engineering and worked towards his goal to receive his commission as a Marine Corps officer.
During Mike’s sophomore Year at O.U., he elected to separate from the Marine Corp and entered into Law Enforcement with the City of Midwest City Police Department where he served as a Police Officer.
During his time as a Police Officer, he participated in the rescue and recovery efforts at the Murrah Building Bombing, the Star Elementary School fatal explosion, May 3rd ,1999 F-5 Tornado. Mike was instrumental in successfully implementing the Community Based Policing Program into his community.
While serving as a police officer, He earned his Degree in Criminal Justice & Police Science. Mike retired from the Police Department after nearly 30 years of service and is bringing with him all of his investigative experience, techniques and training to MUFON as a Field Investigator.
He served as Assistant State Director and then State Director of Oklahoma MUFON before assuming the director role of one of several multi-state Regional Groups within MUFON. Mike was a strong supporter of his team. His vast experiences made him an outstanding leader and a friend to many.
William "Mike" Michael Six, born on July 3, 1954, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, passed away on December 2, 2025, at the age of 71. He was a resident of The Village, Oklahoma. A committal service with Military Honors took place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, 8701 Northwest Expressway, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on December 9, 2025.
[ca. 2018] Mindi Tautfest
[ ca 2016] Douglas Wilson
[ ca 2010] Marilyn Carlson
[ca 1994 ] Richard Seifried, wife Jean Seifried. Co-Directors. Jean was noted in a newspaper article as “director of investigations.” They alleged the University of Oklahoma created a chilling climate for honest discussion or study of the phenomena (1994). Richard Seifriend claimed to have a masters in education and had taught at the University of Arkansas as well as other locations but when he came to Norman, Oklahoma around 1990 he offered to conduct a classing the school’s continuing education program but was denied.
[1978] Jean Waller was identified as the Oklahoma regional representative of NICAP (National Investigation Committee of Aerial Phenomena).
MEMBER BIOGRAPHIES
CRISEL, CHARLES H ,MSG (US ARMY, Retired) | 1948 - 2024 / MSG (Retired) Charles H. Crisel (April 30, 1948 - December 9, 2024) /MSG (Retired) Charles H. Crisel, 76, of Lawton, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Born on April 30, 1948, in Cushing, Oklahoma, he was the son of Raymond and Mary (Carpenter) Crisel.
Charles graduated from Cushing High School in 1966 and began a distinguished military career in the United States Army in 1967. He served his country with honor for 24 years, retiring in 1991 at the rank of Master Sergeant. His dedicated service earned him numerous awards, including the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, National Defense Service Medal w/Service Star, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal-8 and the Humanitarian Service Medal-Cuban. Charles also served during the Vietnam War, receiving the Vietnam Service Medal with Four Bronze Service Stars, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Unit Citation with Palm.
Following his military retirement, Charles continued his commitment to service as a civil servant on Fort Sill, Oklahoma, from 1991 until 2007 retiring as the Freight Branch Supervisor.
He was also involved with MUFON. Mindi Tautfest, past state director of Oklahoma MUFON had this to say: “…Charles Crisel passed away this week. He was a long time FI here in Oklahoma and my first partner in MUFON…I will miss our investigation road trips and deep talks. You were the best!”
SERVICE was held Monday, December 16, 2024/ 10:00 AM /Becker-Rabon Funeral Home Chapel, Lawton, Oklahoma. (Source: https://www.beckerfuneral.com)
[UFO Skies. Marilyn A. Hudson, 2026]
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