Stanley David Minor, 62, passed away Tuesday, August 31st, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. His heroic battle with cancer came to an end just three weeks after his unexpected diagnosis.

Stan was born on August 11th, 1959 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Marvin Jack Minor and Lee Ola (Clark) Minor. He attended Nathan Hale and Memorial High School before enrolling at the University of Oklahoma in Norman, where he earned his Bachelor's degree. While at OU, Stan played football for the #3 ranked Sooners as legendary coach Barry Switzer led the team to an 1981 Orange Bowl victory.

Upon graduation, Stan married the love of his life and high school sweetheart Jan Sumner. They settled in Tulsa, where Stan began his career in the oil business. After working for Twin Eagle Petroleum, Williams, Sunoco, and Transok, he started the Varsity Lease & Right-of-Way group in 2001. Stan cared deeply about the Tulsa community, serving as President of the Nathan Hale Alumni Association and running for Tulsa Public School Board of Education.

Stan was a lover of the outdoors who enjoyed skiing, camping, and fishing with his family on their many adventures. He was known for his clever wit, unique creativity, and selfless service to others. His tender heart led him to rescue many injured animals, nursing them back to health. He was an inventor, tinkerer, and DIY fixer. Holidays with Stan were filled not just with decorations, but with tripwire-activated sound, fog, and light shows.

He was a devoted husband, an adoring father, and a faithful follower of Christ. He was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church, where he taught sixth grade Sunday School for many years. The only thing Stan valued more than his own family was his relationship with God.

Stan is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Jan Minor, of Tulsa; son Clark Minor of New York; daughter Mary Katherine (Minor) Ranchhod and husband Darshan of Oklahoma City; brother Joseph Minor of Angel Fire, NM; sister Melody (Minor) Bishop and husband Michael of Tulsa; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, Sept 9th, 2021 from 5-7pm at Moore Funeral Home Southlawn. Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Friday, Sept 10th, 2021 at First Baptist Church Tulsa. Donations can be made to the Tulsa FBC Caring Center.

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