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05/08/2026

Sharon Kay (Lindsey) Wright, of Lindsay, Oklahoma, was born April 3, 1948, to Calvert Russell “Bud” Lindsey and Ruth Lee (Goza) Lindsey. She was born and raised at Cox City, Oklahoma. Sharon was the fourth daughter out of five girls. Sharon attended Cox City school through 8th Grade. Then she attended Lindsay High School graduating as Salutatorian in 1966. While attending Lindsay High School, Sharon not only excelled in her scholastics but also Basketball. Her Senior year, Sharon was named “All State Basketball Player”. The qualifications for this selection were based on performance, leadership and impact on team success. She would display these traits as she worked in the broomcorn fields, played ball, furthered her education and would continue all through her adult life.

After high school, Sharon attended East Central College, graduating with a B.S. in Math Education and minor in Athletics. She taught Math and coached Junior High Girls basketball for 10 years.

Sharon married Milton Wayne Wright September 16, 1981, in Oklahoma City. They had three children: Jennifer, Angela, and Jonathan. Milton died in 1984 from injuries received in an automobile accident. Sharon was left as a single mom to raise three young children, one being 5½ weeks old. Sharon met this challenge and finished strong.

Sharon lived in Moore, Oklahoma, at the time of Milton’s death. She continued working at the Oklahoma City General Motors Assembly Plant. In 1992, Sharon decided she needed to be closer to family and moved back home to Lindsay. Family was always very important to Sharon. They brought her the greatest joy of her life. In 1999, Sharon’s youngest sister died. Sharon moved her niece, Hannah in with her family.

In 2006, the Oklahoma City GM plant closed its doors. She and daughter Angela moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where Sharon worked at the GM Assembly Plant there until her retirement. During her time with GM, Sharon’s personality traits paid off. She worked hard, leading her colleagues, making team impacts through the many challenges that would be encountered in making technology changes in the new vehicles that came to the assembly line.

After Sharon’s retirement, she and Angela came back home to Lindsay. Together they became active members of the First Baptist Church. They enjoyed traveling to many places from Branson, Missouri, to Canada, with the FBC Senior Adults.

Sharon’s biggest life decision came when she was in the 5th grade. That’s when she made Jesus Christ Lord of her life. Her life displayed God’s love through her soft-spoken ways, her big heart, her way of giving without expecting anything in return and her willingness to meet any need. Many people have been touched by Sharon’s thoughtfulness.

God called Sharon home on May 6, 2026, at the age of 78. Sharon was a fighter. She fought the good fight through life’s trials and through the battle of ovarian cancer. Sharon’s basketball coach Charlie Heatly would tell her, “Finish strong, Sharon.” Sharon always did. Now she has finished strong in the 4th quarter of life.

Sharon is survived by her two daughters: Jennifer Taylor and husband Chris, and Angela Wright; her niece Hannah Medrano; her grandson, J.T. Adkins; sisters-in-law: Lue Wright, Bobbie McCaslin, Kathy McWhorter and husband Doyle; plus many nieces, nephews; great nieces, great nephews; great-great nieces, great-great nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.

Sharon was preceded in death by her husband Milton Wayne Wright; her son, Jonathan; her parents Bud and Ruth Lindsey; her sisters: Mary Isabelle Farley, Ferne Geffre, Saundra Lindsey, Virginia Wright; brothers-in-law: Floyd Wright, Lloyd Wright, and Philmore Wright; and very special Aunt Allene and Uncle Joe Lindsey.

Services for Sharon are Monday, May 11, 2026, at the First Baptist Church, Lindsay, Oklahoma, at 1:00 P.M.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

04/26/2026

Billy Joel Mitchell was born on the family farm near Blanchard, Oklahoma, on September 6, 1934, in the middle of the Great Depression to his parents, Joel Denning Mitchell and Amelia Mellie (Copeland) Mitchell. He was the middle of three children that included his sister, Louise, and brother, Ray Neal.

Bill attended school at Alex, Bradley, and graduated from Dibble High School in 1952. While in school, he met the love of his life, Wynella Faye Smith. They were married for 73 years before his passing on April 24, 2026.

To this union, Bill and Faye had three children: Joel Scott, Kim Michele, and Joel Skip.

Right after marrying, Bill and Faye left Oklahoma for California. The war was on and there were jobs working the shipyards. They both quickly found work, but after just a few weeks Bill decided that California was not for him, so they moved back to Oklahoma. He quickly got his old job back as a welder at Robinson Steel in Oklahoma City. Over the years, Bill worked as a field laborer in the cotton patches, a welder, and drove an Orange Crush truck before deciding to follow in his father’s footsteps and go to barber school. Bill owned and operated a barber shop in Lindsay for over 50 years. He and Faye also owned and operated the Bill Mitchell Farm Center in Lindsay for several years. He served two terms as mayor and several years on the Lindsay City Council. Bill was also the city manager of Lindsay for a few years after leaving the legislature. He was a lifelong farmer and rancher, was enthusiastic about c**n hunting, and owned many fine c**nhounds over the years. Bill also proudly served his country as a member of the Army Reserves.

In 1984, Bill was elected to the Oklahoma State House of Representatives. He would serve in that capacity for 20 years. During his time in the legislature, Bill would hurry home after they adjourned on Thursday and open the barbershop for the rest of the week. He understood that the legislature was not a permanent job, so he believed it was important to keep the barber shop open as much as he could. During those 20 years, Bill only spent three nights in Oklahoma City without driving home. Two were because of the weather and one was due to an all-night legislative session.

Bill was a long-time member of the Missionary Baptist Church in Lindsay. He served as a deacon and men’s Sunday School teacher. He loved his church family, and he strived to be a good example for his children and grandchildren.

Bill considered his family his greatest accomplishment. But he was also proud with the accomplishments he obtained for his district. At one point, an opportunity presented itself for Bill to run for Congress. After deliberating his decision for a few weeks, he decided to not run. Bill wanted to continue to work for his district, but most importantly he did not want to be away from home and family as much as would have been required.

Bill is survived by his wife of 73 years, Faye, and his children, Scott and wife Kandyce of Norman, and their children Sean McAtee, Liberty Griess, and Billy Joel Mitchell II, Kim and husband Rick of Oklahoma City, and their children Daniel Despain, Nathan Despain, Micah Despain, and Abigail Despain, and Skip and Wife Shelly of Lindsay, and their daughter Erin Kirkland. Bill is also survived by his 3 great-grandchildren, Atticus Griess, Violet Griess, and Vivienne Griess and two cousins, Roger Perrin of Maysville and Glen Copeland of Pauls Valley, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and Mellie Mitchell, his brother, Ray Neal, his sister, Louise, their spouses, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, W.S. and Mila Smith, his brother-in-law, Raymond Whitely, his sister-in-law, Raye Whitely, and his nephews, Bill Roberson and Keith Ramage.

The family would like to express their thanks to several people who made Bill’s final days comfortable and to some very special friends. To his doctors, Dr. Wescott and Dr. Nemri, and their staff: The care you provided is appreciated more than you will ever know. Words cannot properly express our gratitude for how you took care of our dad. Johnny Branch, Mike Somers, Gary Henson…you were loved, appreciated and respected by Bill. Thank you for your friendship with him over the years.

The family would also like to thank the staff at Lifeline Hospice for their care of Bill in his final days.

Bill will be laid to rest next to his parents and in-laws at the Dibble Cemetery in a private family service. The family will announce a public memorial service for Bill very soon. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the Lindsay Missionary Baptist Church.

Viewing for Bill will be held Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. and Monday, April 27, 2026, 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

04/07/2026

Allene Lindsey was born on October 2, 1930, to Joshua Overton Campbell and Lee Nora (Martin) Campbell in Lindsay, Oklahoma. She passed peacefully from this life on April 7, 2026, at her residence in Lindsay, Oklahoma, at the age of 95.

Allene was a lifelong resident of Lindsay, Oklahoma. She was a woman of deep and unwavering faith; Allene loved the Lord above all else and was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Lindsay.

Allene’s commitment to her community was evident through her active involvement in the Erin Springs Home Extension Club, The American Legion Auxiliary, and the Senior Bridge Club.

Allene was a gifted craftswoman who spent many years working at the Lindsay Sewing Factory. Her love for sewing and creating beautiful things was only surpassed by the love she held for her family. She found her greatest joy in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will always remember her for her gentle spirit and constant love.

She leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, and a family she adored beyond measure.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Patricia Ann Hawkins of Lindsay, Oklahoma, Dennis and Debbie Lindsey of Lindsay, Oklahoma, her grandchildren, Paul and Belinda Henderson, Kristin and Dale Pendarvis, Seanan Anderson, Brhyona and Tom Meyer, Padraic Lindsey, Macaela and Will Trisciani, Chrissi and Jordan Phelps, her great-grandchildren, Kylee, Sammy Jo, Michael Jr., Autumn, Rylee, Rebel, Christian, Matthew, Paizley, Carlie, Gracie, Elliana Christine, Evelyn Allene, Emmarie Susan, Adam, Lane, Ty, Georgia, Gillian, and Kaicee, along with many nieces and nephews and friends.

Allene is preceded in death by her parents, Joshua Overton Campbell and Lee Nora (Martin) Campbell, her husband, Joseph Caleb Lindsey, her son, Jackie Dale Lindsey, her sisters, Lila Lorene Ramming, Pearl Evelyn Riley and Letha Faye Boettler, her brothers, Lonnie Ray Cambell and John Henry Campbell.

A viewing for Allene will be held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. and Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

A funeral service to honor the life of Allene is set to begin at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the First Baptist Church in Lindsay, Oklahoma. She will be laid to rest at the Green Hill Cemetery in Lindsay, Oklahoma, following the service.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

04/03/2026

Betty Ann (Mitchell) Gates was born on March 2, 1962, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Harold Gene Mitchell and Charolette Joyce (Herschburger) Mitchell. Betty passed from this life on March 31, 2026, at her home in Alex, Oklahoma, at the age of 64.

Betty called many places home throughout her life, including a nine year stay in Bridge Creek, Oklahoma, and a period in Sanford, Michigan. In 2005 Betty met the love of her life Scott Gates, together in 2017 they settled into the little town of Alex, Oklahoma.

Betty was a woman who found joy in the simple things of life. She had a deep love for animals – with a particular fondness for lizards and cherished every moment outdoors. Whether she was visiting the casino or simply enjoying the fresh air, she lived life to the fullest.

Above all, Betty was devoted to her family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her husband, Scott, always prioritizing his happiness and taking pride in caring for him and their home. She was a loving mother to her three sons, Robert, Cory and Dillon, and a proud grandmother to Journey, Joseph and Cory.

Betty will be remembered for her love and her kind spirit.

Left to cherish Betty’s memory is her husband, Scott Gates of Alex, Oklahoma, her sons, Robert Bates of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Cory Bates of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Dillion Bates of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, her grandchildren, Journey Bates, Joseph Bates, and Cory Bates, her brother, Paul Mitchell, her sisters, Donna Loudon, Pricilla Brandenburg, Linda Alexander, and Karen Sheer, along with many other friends and loved ones.

Betty is preceded in death by her parents Harold Gene Mitchell and Charolette Joyce (Herschburger) Mitchell, and her sister, Janet Haven.

A funeral service to honor the life of Betty is set to begin at 3:00 P.M. on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Alex, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

03/26/2026

Floyd J. Wright was born on August 25, 1942, to Madison Philmore Wright and Anna Tucker (Condit) Wright. He passed from this life on March 25, 2026, in Duncan, Oklahoma, at the age of 83.

Floyd was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and eventually made his home in Foster, Oklahoma, where he spent the majority of his life.

Floyd met and married the love of his life, Virginia Lindsey, on June 11, 1962, in Cox City, Oklahoma. They spent over 61 loving years of marriage together, until her passing in 2024.

Floyd was a man of many trades, he was as comfortable in the seat of a dozer as he was on the back of a horse. Throughout his career, he worked in construction and in the oilfield, but his true passions were farming and ranching.

Floyd spent countless hours working cattle and found great peace in the life of a farmer. He could often be found spending his free time, keeping up with the stock market and going to auctions.

Floyd knew what it was to work hard and to love big, he was “Papa” to so many. His greatest joy was his family, he cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Floyd leaves behind a legacy of hard work, grit, and constant love. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Left to cherish Floyd’s memory are his children, Keith Wright of Foster, Oklahoma, and Tina and Danny Kelly of Foster, Oklahoma, his granddaughters, Jessie and Otis Oliphant of Foster, Oklahoma, Madison and Justin Branch of Purdy, Oklahoma, Hunter Kelly of Foster, Oklahoma, and Briar Kelly and Craig Kilcrease of Velma, Oklahoma, his eight great-grandchildren, Dani, Henslee, Maverick, Hesston, Ryett, Ember, Clover, and Slade, his sister, Kathryne and Doyle McWhorter of Dallas, Texas, and his sister-in-law, Sharon Wright of Lindsay, Oklahoma, along with many other Nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Madison and Anna Wright, his wife, Virginia Wright, his brothers, Philmore Wright, Lloyd Wright, and Milton Wright, and his nephews, Jonathan Wright and Judd Wright.

A Funeral Service to honor the life of Floyd is set to begin at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma. He will be laid to rest following the service at the Purdy Cemetery in Purdy, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home in Lindsay, Oklahoma. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

03/10/2026

Isa Lynn Rohr passed away peacefully on a beautiful Sunday, March 8, 2026. She was the daughter of Viola Ross, and Donald Rohr.

Isa was the mother of three children, Cody Branch of Chickasha, Dallas Palmer and wife Reyna of Newcastle, and Paige Williams and husband Brett of Blanchard. She was a grandmother (EE) to Makenzie Palmer, Linlee Palmer, Emrie Palmer, Tembre Bain, Jentri Bain, Tennessee Williams, and Cody Jarvis.

Isa was a nurturer at heart kind, gentle, and loving to everyone around her. She had a great love for animals, especially dogs. She enjoyed making homemade fudge and no bake cookies, Isa had a favorite actor, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and was a longtime fan of Ozzy Osbourne.

Isa is survived by her mother Viola Ross, her stepfather Dan Ross, her Children, Cody Branch, Dallas Palmer, and Paige Williams, her grandchildren, and her siblings, Tera Short, Shane Rohr, and Tonda Collins.

Isa will walk through heaven’s gates and be joyfully greeted by her beloved grandmother, Edna McCandless, as well as her father, Don Rohr.

A memorial service to celebrate Isa’s life is set to be held Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. at Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

02/20/2026

Bonnie Raye Rinehart was born on July 19, 1942, in Purdy, Oklahoma, to J.F. “Fussy” and Clara Wyoma Billingsley. She was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 19, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loved ones, at the age of 83.

Bonnie grew up in Purdy and graduated from Lindsay High School in 1960. After high school, she married the love of her life, Homer Lee Rinehart, at the Erin Springs Baptist Church on June 4, 1960. They celebrated sixty years together. They had three daughters, Lisa Renee, Tracey Lynn, and Dana LeAnn. Bonnie was a wonderful wife and a loving mother and an even better Nana.

Bonnie spent her life serving others. She loved cooking, spending time with her family and friends, and shopping. Bonnie worked as a beautician. She also owned Hobo Pizza, the Sno-Cone stand, and Rinehart Company. After Bonnie “retired”, she fixed hair at the Lindsay Manor Nursing Home, babysat her grandchildren, and did lots of volunteering at her church and in her community. Bonnie was truly a wonderful woman and touched the lives of many. She will be missed by all her family and friends.

Left to cherish Bonnie’s memory are her daughters, Lisa Boyd and husband Bill of Broken Arrow, Tracey Wooster and husband Kent of Seminole, Dana Crawford and husband Joe of Lindsay, her grandchildren, Kyle Wooster, Lacey Ashby and husband Merrick, Jordan Boyd and wife Casey, Victoria Carlquist and husband Matt, Hannah Crawford, and Sam Crawford, her great-grandchildren, Madilynd Ashby, Callie Carlquist, Caden Carlquist, Bradi Boyd, and Naomi Carlquist, and her siblings, Venita George of Lindsay, Nancy Parker of Lindsay, Jerry Billingsley and wife Barbara of Norman, Rick Billingsley and wife Teresa of Lindsay.

Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents, Fussy and Wyoma Billingsley, and her brother Harold Billingsley.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund.

A viewing for Bonnie will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, 1:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma. The family will be receiving visitors from 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

A funeral service to honor the life of Bonnie is set to begin at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the Calvary Baptist Church, in Lindsay, Oklahoma. She will be laid to rest following the service at the Purdy Cemetery in Purdy, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

02/10/2026

Darrin Ray Goode was born on May 25, 1968, in Andrews, Texas, to James Edward Goode Sr. and Charlcie Jean (Holloway) Goode. He passed from this life on February 08, 2026, at his home in Lindsay, Oklahoma, at the age of 57.

Darrin lived most of his life in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma, and was a proud member of the Albion Baptist Church. As a young boy he developed a great love of the outdoors. Darrin enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, and the peace that came with being surrounded by nature. He could often be found spending hours hunting or sitting with a pole in his hand waiting patiently for the next big catch. Darin also had a passion for music and loved to spend time playing his guitar.

Darrin answered the call to serve his country in 1994, by joining the United States Army. Over the course of a distinguished twenty-four-year career, he retired as an E7.

Darrin married the love of his life Rachael, on his 26th birthday, May 25, 1994. Together they built a beautiful life raising their five children.

Following his retirement from the United States Army, Darrin’s commitment to protect and serve never wavered. He proudly worked as a Deputy for the Pushmataha County Sheriffs office for ten years.

Darrin’s greatest joy was spending time with his family, making memories with his children and grandchildren.

Left to cherish Darrin’s memory is his wife, Rachael Goode of Lindsay, Oklahoma, his son, Connor Goode of Bray, Oklahoma, his daughters, Daley Goode of Eufaula, Oklahoma, Alyssa and John Youngblood of Metlakatla, Alaska, Trinity Goode of Lindsay, Oklahoma, and Vaeh Goode of Lindsay, Oklahoma, his grandchildren, Luna Staton, Lakota Eduvign, and Bodhi Youngblood.

Darrin is preceded in death by his parents, James Edward Goode Sr. and Charlcie Jean (Holloway) Goode, and his brother, James Edward Goode Jr.

There is no service scheduled at this time.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

01/13/2026

James (Jim) Kevin Garrett was born on March 9, 1953, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, to Floyd Buck Garrett and Margaret E. (MayField) Garrett. He passed from this life on January 12, 2026, at the age of 72.

Jim grew up in Lindsay, Oklahoma. He was a proud graduate of the Lindsay High School class of 1971. Jim went on to attend the University of Oklahoma, where he was an active member of the ATO fraternity and developed a lifelong passion for OU sports.

Jim answered the call to serve his country in 1979, by joining the United States Army. Over the course of a distinguished twenty-one-year career, he rose to the rank of Major. Commissioned by an act of Congress as an officer and a gentleman, Jim’s military service was defined by integrity and dedication. Jim, being an entrepreneur at heart, founded FastTrack Technologies in the 1980s, a company he successfully owned and operated for over 20 years. During that time, he continued his education, obtaining a Master of Science from the Florida Institute of Technology in 1992.

Following his retirement from the military, Jim returned to his roots in Lindsay. He was a man who loved his community and was a proud member of the New Horizon Methodist Church. On April 9, 2016, Jim married the love of his life, Janet Hacker, at the First United Methodist Church of Lindsay. Together they shared nine beautiful years filled with love and adventure. Whether they were traveling to the annual OU-Texas game or exploring new destinations, Jim and Janet made the most of every moment together.

Jim was truly the life of the party. Known for his sharp wit and personable nature, he had a unique gift for making people laugh. Jim was a man of many passions: he was a skilled bridge player, a fan of casino gambling, and an avid gamer who spent hours strategizing in his favorite game, Rome. Jim’s love for the outdoors took him to many places, one of his favorites being, Rio San Juan de Nicaragua, where he spent many hours tarpon fishing alongside his wife, son and close friends.

Jim’s larger-than-life presence and big heart will be deeply missed by his family, his friends and all who knew him.

Left to cherish Jim’s memory is his wife, Janet Garrett of Lindsay, Oklahoma, his son, TJ Garrett and wife Dana of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, his grandchildren, Talon Benjamin Garcia and Taylor Grace Garrett of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and his adopted mother and daughter, Wanda Street of Lindsay, Oklahoma, and Jill Alberter of Norman, Oklahoma.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Buck Garrett and Margaret E. (MayField) Garrett, his brothers, Guy Garrett, Bill Garrett and Dick Garrett, and his nephew, Marc Garrett.

A viewing for James will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

A funeral service to honor the life of James is set to begin at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home in Lindsay, Oklahoma.
Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

01/12/2026

Jerry Floyd Smith was born on September 11, 1936, in a farmhouse just north of Lindsay to James Daniel & Ollie Ester (Duncan) Smith. Surrounded by his family, he passed from this life and hugged Jesus, his Lord and Savior, on January 10, 2026.

The first two years of his life, Jerry was only known as “baby boy” before he was named. On January 22, 1955, at the age of 17, he asked Darleen Ann Webb if she would like to go to Texas and get married. Darleen answered, “Sure, why not”. They had three children, Teresa, Steve, and Mark. For the first 16 years of marriage, Jerry and his family moved 16 times. Jerry never finished high school, but received his GED so he could attend East Central University (ECU) in 1962. He graduated from ECU in 1966 and started his careers.

Jerry took his first management position with Goodyear Tire Company while he was attending college, then became the El Reno store manager in 1967. He also worked for Goodyear in Sand Springs, Oklahoma. In 1970, Jerry moved his family to 329 Elmwood, Lindsay Oklahoma, and was employed by Seiberling Tire Company. In 1971, he partnered up with Fred Simmons with Simmons Roofing Company. Jerry eventually bought the roofing company, and it became Garvin County Roofing Company. He stayed in the roofing business until 1977, when he sold the roofing company to get into oilfield tank trucks. Jerry and Buddy Smith partnered up in 1977, as Buddy’s Tank Trucks until the early 1980s, when Jerry became the owner and changed the name to FEMCO, Incorporated. While Jerry ran the trucking company, he also became a House of Representatives legislator in 1981 until January 1985. After many years in the trucking business, in 2003, he went into semi-retirement, selling FEMCO to his son Steve.

In July 2016, Jerry lost the wife of his youth after 61 years of marriage.

On June 16, 2017, Jerry married the blessing of his senior life, Sue Dennis. Beginning then, they enjoyed their senior years with lots of adventures. Traveling about the western United States, Alaska, and even the Gulf of America with lots of wild tales. Jerry enjoyed talking with everyone, figuring out if he was kin to you, telling you who your grandparents or your great grandparents were, and what they did many years ago. Strangers would become friends in a matter of minutes as he would enlighten them of some type of past relationship that crossed their paths. Jerry recalled events that went all the way back to 1938. He could tell story upon story with details that seemed impossible to remember. Jerry was first ordained as a deacon while serving at Trinity Baptist Church in Ada, OK, and served as a deacon at each church he affiliated with for the rest of his life.

Jerry is survived by his children: Teresa Richards, Steve (Dana) Smith, Mark (Connie) Smith, Shonda (Bob) Tillman, and Brent Pugh.

Jerry is survived by his grandchildren: Krista (Brad) Smith, Jason (Emily) Smith, Dana (Matt) Hines, Emily (Larry) Stinnett, Erica Salazar, Brad Richards, Nathan Richards, Stacie (Matt) Hill, Markayla (Chad) Wedge, Kevin (Brittany) Smith, Kyle (Lindsay) Smith, Connor (Sarah) Smith, Jon (Corina) Krug, Rocky (Caitlin) Krug, Krystal Krug, Dustyn (Tonya) Orr, Justyn (Natalie) Orr, and Mandy (Steve) Hudson

Jerry is survived by his great-grandchildren: McKenzie Smith, Riley (Torii) Smith, Macey (Zack) Miller, Kloey Smith, Grayson Smith, Gentry Smith, Cale Hines, Kendall Hines, Cruz Hines, Makayla Stinnett, Maklain Stinnett, Madison Stinnett, Christopher (Shy) Salazar, Sierra Salazar, Dakota (Asia) Mills, Ben Hill, Jackson Hill, Bryce Franklin, Braden Franklin, Eleanor Smith, Ezra Smith, Amelia Smith, Leon Krug, Norah Krug, Rebel Krug, Rocky Krug, Raven, Krug, Raena Krug, Miller Orr, Briley Orr, Ava Orr, Arya Orr, Adeline Orr, Konner Hudson, and Luke Hudson.

Jerry is survived by his great-great-grandchildren: Gus Salazar, Meadow Mills, Rylee Stinnett, Abby Stinnett, and to be announced in March by parents Riley & Torii Smith.

Jerry is also survived by, Fredia Smith (sister-in-law), Donnie (Wanda) Webb (brother-in-law, sister-in-law), Loretta Sparks (sister-in-law), Vicky Webb (sister-in-law), and many nieces and nephews (whom I’m sure he could name each one of them!).

Jerry was preceded in death by Darleen Smith (wife), LV and Virginia Webb (father-in-law and mother-in-law), Ronnie Webb (brother-in-law), Willard Sparks (brother-in-law), Pat Ann Webb (sister-in-law), James Daniel and Ollie Ester Smith (parents), Cecil Smith (brother), Elmer and Inetha Dacus (brother-in-law and sister), Charles O. and Lola Mae Lindsay (brother-in-law and sister), Dee Richards (son-in-law), Randy Smith (nephew), Roger Smith (nephew), Kaylee B Smith (great-granddaughter).

A viewing for Jerry will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. and 1:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at the Wilbourn Family Funeral Home Chapel in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

A funeral service to honor the life of Jerry is set to begin at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Banner Baptist Church in Lindsay, Oklahoma. He will be laid to rest following the service at the Green Hill Cemetery in Lindsay, Oklahoma.

Services are under the direction of Scott and Angel Wilbourn of Wilbourn Family Funeral Home in Lindsay, Oklahoma.
Condolences may be made to the family online at www.wilbournfamilyfuneralhome.com

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