With heavy hearts, we announce the death of LaWilda Bishop Reitz of Cherokee, Oklahoma, who passed away on April 11, 2023 at the age of 97. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She is survived by : her sister Barbara Jean; her children, Risa Kay of Norman and Ken Robert of Oklahoma City; her grandchildren, Karsen, Cooper, Reese and Rylee; and her caregivers, Anitra, Maria, Stephanie, Becky, Rhoda, Michelle and Abigal. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and lifelong friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to: The Cherokee Ministerial Alliance, in care of The First Christian Church, 202 South Kansas, Cherokee, Oklahoma 73728 Or, The Cherokee Educational Foundation, C/O Cassandra Berry, 1103 Hadwiger Drive, Cherokee, Oklahoma 73728.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith & Kernke Funerals-Crmtns

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April 14, 2023

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April 14, 2023

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“In loving memory of LaWilda Bishop Reitz, With deepest sympathies.”

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April 18, 2023

Cheryl Jantzen wrote a sympathy message

“I just want you to know that LaWilda will forever be in our hearts. She was the kindest neighbor to our young kids at the time, and they loved her dearly. Our condolences to all. The Jantzen's”