Randy Bill Van Deusen
Obituary
To know Randy was to love him. Randy Bill Van Deusen was the son of Bill & Lila Van Deusen born on April 18, 1951 and passed from this life on Oct 1, 2015. Randy was born in Fairfax, Oklahoma. When he was 6 years old the family moved & made their new home in Tulsa. Randy, or Ran, as his family called him, attended Orville Wright Junior High and then Thomas Edison High School, were he was the Captain of the football team.
Randy was raised right! He was a gentleman always. He had a heart of gold. He was always helping others & would do anything he could to make people happy & smile. His pranks, jokes, humor & laughter are legendary. Just ask anyone who knew him. Randy never met a stranger.
Randy was a true cowboy. He loved his cowboy boots, hats, guns, westerns & his horses. Randy always had a horse from the time he was a young boy. Later he began training & showing Arabian Horses. He loved it and was quite the showman. Randy even helped train Wayne Newton's horses.
Randy also had a passion for motorcycles. Over the years he has owned many bikes. He loved his Harley-Davidsons & had quite a collection. No Rice was one of his license plate tags once.
Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Bill & Lila and his little brother, Rick. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; his sister Alana & her husband, Brian; his son, Quentin & his wife Ismir & their children, Joserina & Tomás; his step-son Gary; his step-daughter, Celia & her son Daniel; his niece Dawn & her husband Jeff & their children, Autumn, Blake, Haydin & Hope; his nephew Scott & his wife Debbie & their daughter Alexis; and many cousins. Randy also leaves his faithful companions, his dog Ranger & horse Kahooch.
Randy will lie in state 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday with family receiving friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and his funeral will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, all at Ninde Brookside Chapel. He will be laid to rest in Floral Haven Memorial Gardens.
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Funeral Home Owner
Oh man, I didn't know Phyllis' husband died. I only spoke to him once but knew immediately that he was a stand-up guy. I am sorry for your loss.
Oliver
We only just saw this and learned of Randy's passing. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Randy was always so gregarious and kind when we came to your store. It's a shame to loose such a joyous person so young. Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends left behind.
Steve and Marcy Wilson
Lit a candle in memory of Randy Bill Van Deusen
Dawn
Attended junior high and high school with Randy. He always had a smile on his face, and his laughter could warm any heart and turn the grayest day into sunshine. I can only imagine the countless lives he touched. Condolences and God's blessings to his family.
Greg Swyden
So sorry to hear about Randy. He was a really good person and fun to be around. I have many great memories of our time together at Wright. I know he will be missed.
Gary Colvin
It is sad to hear of Randy's passing. Though I did not know him well, I attended school with him in both junior high and high school. I remember him as being a fine athlete and a person to be admired. I am so sorry for your loss.
Deborah Combs
Randy was such a kind man and had a great personality. We always enjoyed visiting with him and will miss him greatly. Phyllis, we love you and if there is ever anything we can do for you please let us know. We will continue to hold you up in our prayers.Chuck and Melony
Chuck and Melony Hill
Phyllis, I was so shocked when Gary told me on Thursday of Randy's passing. I have missed him for the several months he has been away from the store. I have so missed his brand of humor and dry wit every time I came in--always a keen joke, always a clean joke, so silly--and never the same one twice. I know caring for his parents had to be so draining on him, and even you. I'm sorry you have had to endure that ordeal while dealing with everyone else's problems on a daily basis. And now this. I am so sorry. Wish I had known sooner. Love you, Phyllis
e j stephens
pude conocer a este gran hombre y siento mucho que haya partido, pero lo vemos en su hijo y aobre todo en la humildad y amor que el manifiestan, que Dios fortalezca a eata familia.
Tamara
Lit a candle in memory of Randy Bill Van Deusen
Gail Finnell
Dear Phyllis, I heard about your husbands passing today, at Sharon's. I am so sorry for your loss. I met Randy a few times when I first starting coming to you to read my eyes. He was a very pleasant and friendly guy. My church group found out about this and we are all sending prayers up for you and all your family. We all send our love to you. May you find a real peace in your heart in the coming days. I lost my mother two years ago and I was encouraged by love and prayers of the Body of Christ. I have missed seeing him sitting behind the counter working. You are loved! Linda Darnell and Church members.
Pastor Linda Darnell