Ethel M. Phillips Oatman Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Ethel M. Phillips Oatman of Fritch, Texas is shared. Ethel, born on June 23, 1952 in Dumas, Texas, passed away on June 4, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ethel M. Phillips Oatman to pay them a last tribute.
Ethel will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Ethel by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Ethel is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Ethel’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her mother Lillian "Mae" Harnum; and her daughter Heather Matusiak Norton. She is survived by: her husband Stephen Oatman of Fritch; her children, Carrie (Jason Richard) of Sanford, TX, Jennifer Matusiak of Fitchburg, MA and Scott (Jennifer Matusiak) of Borger, TX; and her siblings, Linda (Duane Curry) of New Hampshire, Patty Jenkins (Jim) of New Hampshire, Donald (Sharon Phillips) of Stinett, TX and Bobby Tinkham of Danvers, MA. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
