05/22/2026
Darrell Floyd Mansfield entered his heavenly home on Thursday morning, May 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 87. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service of Sand Springs.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, May 26, at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church with Father Bob Gates and Pastor Cole Fields officiating. Burial with military honors by the Collinsville VFW and Patriot Guard Riders will follow at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery. Viewing will be Monday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home, with the family greeting friends from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Following the service, everyone is invited to stay, eat, celebrate, and share stories with the family — exactly the kind of gathering Darrell would have enjoyed most. While no one would ever presume Darrell simply enjoyed a good time, those who knew him best knew he truly loved to have fun, especially with family and friends nearby and often with a margarita in his hand.
Darrell was born on August 4, 1938, in Cushing to Floyd M. Mansfield and Doris Nadine (Hilbert) Mansfield. He grew up in Cushing and graduated from Cushing High School, where he proudly played in the high school band. He continued his education at Oklahoma State University before later transferring to The University of Tulsa.
Darrell honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam era and was stationed in Turkey. During his service, he also worked at the Pentagon. Following his military career, he continued in federal civil service as an auditor and accountant for the Department of Energy and Department of Defense. He dedicated many years to his work and carried himself with quiet integrity, humility, and professionalism.
One of the greatest blessings of Darrell’s life was meeting Winfred Elaine “Winnie” Reese. Winnie had come to Sand Springs from Arkansas to help care for her sister-in-law who suffered from ALS. Through Darrell’s father, Floyd, the two were introduced, and the rest became a beautiful love story. They were married in Salus, Arkansas, and together built a loving home in Sand Springs. From 1990 until 1998, they also made cherished memories while living in Lawton before returning home to Sand Springs.
Darrell was an amazing man and, above all else, the very best dad. His family always knew they were loved, protected, and cared for. He was steady, dependable, and full of quiet wisdom and humor. His dry wit would often catch people by surprise, leaving them laughing long after the conversation ended.
Music brought Darrell tremendous joy throughout his life. He loved all kinds of music, but especially Bob Wills and classic country. Whether music was playing in the house, in the car, or during time spent with family and friends, it always made him happy. That love of music became part of his legacy and greatly influenced his children, who each developed their own deep and diverse appreciation for music because of him.
Darrell also enjoyed life’s simple pleasures — western movies, chicken fried steak with gravy, regular “staff meetings” with friends at Super Donuts and later Carl’s Jr., Methodist men’s breakfast gatherings at Crescent Café, and dinners out with Winnie and friends. Around town, many considered him the best-dressed man in Sand Springs.
Faith was important to Darrell throughout his life. He attended the Sand Springs Methodist Church, was active in the First Baptist Church while living in Lawton.
Darrell is survived by his beloved wife, Winnie Mansfield; daughter, Melissa Mansfield and husband, William Parris; son, David Mansfield and wife, Rosa; grandchildren: Reese Benge, Christian Mansfield, and Sophia Parris; along with many other dear friends and extended family members who will deeply miss him.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Mary Lou Shepherd; and his close friend, Becky Walters.
Darrell will be remembered for his kindness, humor, love of music, devotion to family, and the joy he brought into the lives of those around him. He leaves behind a lifetime of memories filled with laughter, love, good food, good music, and treasured moments shared with the people he loved most.
Darrell Floyd Mansfield entered his heavenly home on Thursday morning, May 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 87. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service of Sand Springs. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1000 a.m., Tuesday, May 26,
