Barron, Lewey Bradford, "Brad", 67 passed, Monday, August 22, 2016, at his home in Talala, Oklahoma surrounded by his family. Brad was born March 18, 1949, to Charles Sydney and Mary Margaret (Lewey) Barron. He graduated from Enid High School. In 1971, he received his degree from the University of Oklahoma. At the University of Oklahoma Brad was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. Brad's life in Enid and his time at the University of Oklahoma lead to many, many lifelong friendships. On January 25, 1970, Brad married the love of his life Linda Gibbon. The two shared a lifetime of love and mutual admiration. Brad and Linda have four sons.
Brad spent his professional career in the oil and gas industry. Brad spent many years working for Sullivan and Company as a petroleum landman. Brad transitioned from landman to natural gas marketer. In 2006 Brad and his very good friend Kevin Kirk opened the Tulsa, Oklahoma office of United Energy Trading, LLC. Brad continued his work at United Energy until his passing.
In 1984, Brad and Linda moved the family to Rogers County where he became known in the community for his hard work ethic, endless willingness to volunteer, and an unbeatable sense of humor. Brad's involvement in the community included serving as a member of the Oologah-Talala School Board, a Regent for Rogers University, member of the Rogers University Foundation Board, member in the Association of Petroleum Landmen, the Oologah-Talala High School Quarterback Club, and a constant supporter of the Bit by Bit Therapeutic Riding Center.
Brad was also an avid golfer. A highlight of his year was the annual golfing trip he and his boys took to Arkansas with their close family friends The Stauffers. Brad loved to play, watch, and talk about golf.
The example of leadership and love Brad gave is evident in all the lives he touched. He was a friend who could be counted on in the best and worst of times. He will be remembered as someone that never carried a grudge and always placed others before himself. He was a true friend.
Brad is survived by Linda his wife of 46 years and their four sons: Brad and his wife Brynn of Lenapah, Oklahoma; Zach and his wife Missy of Talala, Oklahoma; Jake and his wife Lindsay of Owasso, Oklahoma; and Willie and his wife Crissy of Talala, Oklahoma -- all of whom are tremendously proud to call him "Dad". Brad is also survived by 13 grandchildren: Sam, Olivia, Julia, Jack, Ben, Reed, Hudson, Ella, Carter, Charlie, Brooks, Halle and Reese.
A prayer service will be held for Brad at St. Henry's Catholic Church, 8500 North Owasso Expressway, Owasso, Oklahoma on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The funeral mass will be held at Holy Family Cathedral, 122 W. 8th, Tulsa, Oklahoma on Thursday, August 25, 2016, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the Brad Barron Memorial Fund to benefit the students of Oologah-Talala Public Schools, PO Box 189 Oologah, OK 74053.
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