Bill Vandiver's obituary , Passed away on July 26, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Bill Vandiver

January 13, 1935 - July 26, 2025 (90 years old)

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Bill Vandiver's obituary , Passed away on July 26, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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January 13, 1935 - July 26, 2025 (90 years old)

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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We are sad to announce that, on July 26, 2025, at the age of 90, Bill Vandiver (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bill Vandiver to pay them a last tribute.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Bill leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Vandiver and Lettie Vandiver. He is survived by: his wife Betty Vandiver; his daughter Lisa Buck (Steven Buck); his grandchildren, Savannah Prock (Daniel Prock), Avery Abeln (Cullen), Kinzey Buck, Kirbey Buck, Isaiah Buck and Jeremiah Buck; and his great grandchildren, Judah Prock and Bentley Prock.

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July 31, 2025

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July 31, 2025

Gary & Deborah Davis sent flowers

“In loving memory of Bill Vandiver, My deepest sympathy to the family he blessed my life.”

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July 30, 2025

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“Bill Vandiver and his lovely wife Betty lived in Beaumont, Tx when my family trabsferred to the Beaumont Goodyear Chemical plant i. 1981. We became life friends and brothers in Christ. We talked and shared and prayed together over the years. Don & Gerri Harper & family”

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July 30, 2025

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July 30, 2025

Tom and Diane Jindra sent flowers

“In loving memory of Bill Vandiver, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.”

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July 30, 2025

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July 30, 2025

Eugene & Terri Cooke sent flowers

“In loving memory of Bill Vandiver, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship. Eugene & Terri Cooke”

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July 29, 2025

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August 2, 2025

lynn anderson wrote a sympathy message

“Bill gave me an opportunity with Goodyear. He could be blunt but was a good mentor and friend. He was a great protector and supporter of Lawton. May the Lord comfort and bless you through this difficult time. Modo Anderson”

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July 30, 2025

Brian Holmes wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest sympathy goes out to Bill's family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Our working relationship was always about how to keep Lawton union free. Bill believed in people. Although, I left Lawton in 2001, my dream job continued to be the HR Manager at the Lawton plant. Got that chance in 2012. I actually visited with Bill at his home after I came back to Lawton. I respected him to the fullest. Goodbye Bill. Brian & Jan Holmes Phone: 580-215-8901”

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July 29, 2025

Gary Davis wrote a sympathy message

“Deepest condolences to the family. Bill will surely be missed. Starting in the Lawton plant myself, I found Bill to be a real champion of taking care of your people, which was one of the reasons the plant was successful. He bragged that when he got me promoted from tire builder to area manager on B-Crew, the production went up 400 tires per day! He kept you laughing but it was always focused on what mattered. Goodbye Bill. Gary and Deborah Davis”

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South Lakes Chapel
4000 SW 119th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73173

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Heritage Burial Park
4000 SW 119th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73173

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