Dale Keith Butler

Dale Keith Butler, 78, of Verden, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on February 17, 1948, in Anadarko, Oklahoma, to George and Nora (Sturm) Butler.

Dale attended Gracemont High School. Shortly after graduating, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army, where he honorably served his country for four years.

On December 29, 1967, Dale married the love of his life, Doris "Jean" Hendricks, in Gracemont, Oklahoma. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and hard work, and were blessed with four daughters: Sonya, Dalene, Kristie, and Lorrie.

Dale worked for many years in transportation for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, but his true passion was farming and raising cattle. He found great satisfaction in working the land and caring for his livestock. Above all else, Dale loved his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and provider who worked tirelessly to give his family a good life. In his later years, one of his greatest joys was being a devoted grandfather. He treasured every opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren, creating lasting memories and sharing with them the values of hard work, kindness, and love. His steadfast love, strong work ethic, and quiet dedication will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.

4 Daughters: Sonya Harpested and husband Craig, Sulphur, OK

Dalene Scott and husband Mason, Wynewood, OK

Kristie Crutcher and husband Kenny, Verden, OK

Lorrie Padgett and husband Danny, Verden, OK

Grandchildren: Brad Phelps and wife Chelsea, Ada, OK

Darcee Phelps and companion Kelby Collins, Sulphur, OK

Brandon Butler and wife Taylor, Sulphur, OK

Denver Blevins and wife Amber, Verden, OK

Jacob Crutcher, Verden, OK

Tyler Padgett and wife April, Verden, OK

Morgan Hall, Chickasha, OK

Dillon Padgett and wife Daci, Walters, OK

Shelby Crutcher, Marlow, OK

Jennifer Arbuckle, Marlow, OK

Morgan Scott, Davis, OK

Mitchell Scott. Davis, OK

18 Great-grandchildren

Siblings: Sally Sumner, Checotah, OK

Doug Butler, Anadarko, OK

Terry Butler, Verden, OK

Connie Carrie, Verden, OK

Delita Butler, Anadarko, OK

Debby Willits, Missouri

Karen Hignite, Anadarko, OK

Linda Hoelesher, OKC, OK

He was greeted at Heaven's gates by his beloved wife of 57 years, Jean; his parents; three brothers; and three sisters.

Funeral: 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 28, 2026

First Baptist Church

Verden, Oklahoma

Wake: 4:00 PM, Monday, July 27, 2026

First Baptist Church

Verden, Oklahoma

Interment: Fort Cobb/ Oak Grove Cemetery

Fort Cobb, Oklahoma

Services are under the direction of Ray & Martha's Funeral Home, Anadarko