With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Barton Ray Wherritt (Thomas, Oklahoma), born in Elk City, Oklahoma, who passed away on September 23, 2024 at the age of 79. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barton Ray Wherritt to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Wherritt and Ina Wherritt (South); his in-laws, Marie and Coval Tharp; and his granddaughter Maci Wherritt.

He is survived by: his wife Karen Joyce; his children, Rodney (Roshelle), Butch (Kasey), Renae Haymaker (Drew) and Kristi Wherritt; his siblings, Wendi Brimmer (Bob) and Phil Wherritt (Jane); his grandchildren, Kole (Taylor Wherritt), Regan (Hayden Lemieux), Kaleb Schrock, Rosalind (Kelby White), Rayne Wherritt and Jesse Haymaker; and his great grandchildren, Tripp, Shea, Reece, Hazelle, Hillery and Walker.

Viewing was held on Friday, September 27th 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kiesau Funeral Home (2500 W Modelle Ave, Clinton, OK 73601). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 28th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Thomas First Baptist Church (301 N Main St, Thomas, OK 73669). A graveside service was held on Saturday, September 28th 2024 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Independence Cemetery East County.

Contributions in Barton's honor may be made to the First Baptist Church of Thomas.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
KIESAU-LEE FUNERAL HOME

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Sep 27

Viewing

Kiesau Funeral Home
2500 W Modelle Ave, Clinton, OK 73601

Sat

Sep 28

Celebration of life

Thomas First Baptist Church
301 N Main St, Thomas, OK 73669

Sat

Sep 28

Graveside service

Independence Cemetery East County

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September 26, 2024

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September 26, 2024

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“In loving memory of Barton Ray Wherritt, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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October 3, 2024

Kathy Grim Cunningham wrote a sympathy message

“Karen and Family, Barton was a good friend & an easy guy to work for. We shared some good memories over the years. Kathy & I extend our deepest sympathy to all of the Wherritt Family. Lowell (Bud) & Kathy Cunningham Fairview Oklahoma”