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Belinda McCormick Obituary
Belinda Kaye McCormick, age 68, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 20th, 2018. She was born on July 15th, 1949 to Dr. Carl and Jewell (Gibson) Mahaney in Tahlequah, OK.
Growing up in Tahlequah, OK Belinda traveled and played hymns at several country churches by the age of five. At the age of ten, she was selected to perform with the Tulsa Philharmonic Orchestra. She graduated from Tahlequah High School in 1967 and married the love of her life Robert McCormick that same year. She attained her Bachelor of Arts in Education from NSU in 1971 and moved to Sapulpa where she began teaching elementary school music. Belinda had 26 years of classroom instruction and went above and beyond to direct and produce numerous school musical programs. Her choirs attended and performed at yearly music festivals and contests achieving superior ratings, and were invited to sing at various state and national choral events. She received numerous professional educational awards such as the Distinguished Service Award in 1992 from the Sapulpa Board of Education.
During her time as a vocal music instructor, she acquired her masters in counseling from NSU. She was a counselor for Jr/Sr High for 9 years. Belinda retired in 2007 after counseling and teaching choir in Sapulpa for 35 years.
Belinda was involved in numerous professional and community organizations. One of her greatest passions was directing the Choir at First United Methodist Church in Sapulpa for 31 years. Since 2006, she has been a member of PEO, Chapter G, holding multiple offices including president for two terms. She was a member of Creek County Retired Teachers Association, NEA, OEA, USE, ACDA, OCDA, NAFME, and OMEA.
Her additional activities included playing piano for the Lions Club, performing with the Sapulpa Community Players in various melodramas, and teaching piano lessons. She touched so many lives throughout the years, and has never gone anywhere that someone didn’t know and love her.
Belinda enjoyed playing classical music on the piano, gardening, planning trips and traveling, camping, fishing, embroidery, and spending time with her family, friends, and beloved Mitzi.
Belinda is survived by her husband, Robert McCormick; daughter, Sarah and husband EC Gabehart of Lafayette, LA; son, John Robert and wife Rebecca McCormick of Sapulpa; brother, Dr. James Mahaney of Tahlequah; and nephew, Nick and wife Allie Mahaney of Tahlequah.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father; mother and father-in-law, John and Laverne McCormick; nephew, Mark Mahaney; grandparents, Jim and Marie Mahaney, James Somers Gibson, and Cooie and Gertie Meigs; and numerous uncles aunts and cousins.
Visitation will be held from 5-7pm Friday March 23rd at Smith Funeral Home, 1208 S Main St, Sapulpa, OK. Her Celebration of Life led by Dr. Allen Schneider will be held at 2pm on Saturday March 24th at Sapulpa’s First United Methodist Church. She will be interred at Greenhill Memorial Gardens following the service. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.
Memories and Condolences
for Belinda McCormick
Melissa Gray
May 9, 2019
Mrs.McCormick was a brilliant woman.I owe all my music success to her.I pray for healing.R.I.P.
Solen Renzelman
February 18, 2019
A year late on hearing about her death, so sorry to hear. I thought she was a great music teacher. I was taught by her in Washington Elementary in Sapulpa. Lovely lady, rest on Mrs. Mac.
Gina Snyder
April 3, 2018
She taught me in music and select choir. I've always thought fondly of her. She was a great role model to her students.
Melinda Ryan
March 30, 2018
We will miss this happy, optimistic and wonderful lady!
Janis Dawson
March 27, 2018
Belinda was the consummate musician who loved what she did and showed that love through her teaching of hundreds of students. Never saw her but what she had a beautiful smile on her face. Heaven is richer today and the Oklahoma students and music colleagues are too, because of her sharing herself with us. She will be missed.
Ginger Billings Schochler
March 25, 2018
Mrs. McCormick was my music teacher at Woodlawn. I may have had her the first year she was there. I'm not a talented singer, but from her I learned how to read music and the logistics of singing. The old voice just dcooperate. She was a delight. Even though she was a petite woman, she knew how to keep the rowdy kids in line. They never pulled anything over on her. She stands out as one of my favorite teachers of all my years on the "block". As I affectionately call my 12 years on the block that is Woodlawn, SJHS and SHS. She often spoke of her husband, Sarah and John Robert, telling us so many stories about them. She was a true treasure. My heart goes out to her family. May the GOD of love give you comfort and peace.
Rick and Saundra Larson
March 24, 2018
Sapulpa has lost such a beautiful, loving lady. I knew Belinda through teaching in Sapulpa. Such a wonderful person. Our prayers are with her family!
Kathy Kaad
March 23, 2018
I LOVE you cousin!
Rhonda Lorio
March 23, 2018
I never had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful lady but feel as if I knew her from the stories that Sarah has told me over the years. I know she will be missed greatly by her family and her community. I am praying for peace and comfort for all who knew her.
Brandi McGuire-Ennis
March 22, 2018
As I scrolled through all of the kind thoughts of our beloved Mrs. McCormick, many memories come flooding back. She was that bubbly, happy, always positive upbeat music teacher that everyone talked about, and everyone loved! I was honored to have her as my very first accompanist the first time I sang at solo and ensemble competition, and I enjoyed all of the many times she accompanied our high school choir. There will never be another Belinda McCormick! As many of you have said, she remembered us no matter how long it had been, and Mrs. McCormick, we will remember you forever!! Heaven has gained a very precious angel. My prayers go out to the family.
carla Pickering
March 22, 2018
This little lady was my music teacher at Woodlawn school. Great teacher, I have never forgotten her and her making our choir sound like little professionals. A joyful little package of dynamite. I offer my prayers to the family and know that She has seen the face of God.
Carleen Weisz
March 22, 2018
Belinda was a very talented lady, and always so much fun. She will be missed. My prayers are with her family. She will now direct a heavenly choir.
Rick Smith
March 21, 2018
Found memories of our time together.
Rick & Karen Engleman
March 21, 2018
Belinda was truly a blessing to our family. We all have many happy memories from church and school. Our prayers are with all of you.
Terri (Hockett) Green
March 21, 2018
May God bless and keep the family during this time. Mrs. McCormick was my music teacher in elementary -- she made it all so fun and exciting. I was blessed when my oldest daughter had her as a teacher in Jr High. She did always seem to remember you - no matter how many years past. One of the best in education -- loved her - a true loss but Heavens gain.
March 21, 2018
Our thoughts are with your family.
Love and blessings,
The Hardesty Family and United States Aviation.
Joshua Ashlock
March 21, 2018
Mrs. McCormick always poured into me as my choir teacher at a time when I really needed it. She mentored me and brought out of me things I never thought possible, even when I did not deserve it because I was not the best student. Her dedication and leadership made a significant impact on me and I will be forever greatful. My prayers are with the McCormick family.
Mya (Shadowens) Coker
March 21, 2018
Such a wonderful, beautiful lady. So many great memories in jr high choir. Thank you for always remembering me each time you seen, even after many years. You will be missed!
Cathi Blevins
March 20, 2018
Precious Belinda, you will be so missed. The world was truly, deeply blessed to have your sweet, bubbly, caring, loving personality spreading sunshine. What a joyful honor it was to know and work with you. I pray peace and comfort for your family while you walk with Jesus and sing in the Heavenly choir.
Nikki Wohler (Bethune)
March 20, 2018
Wonderful lady, incredible friend and influential colleague. I am blessed for knowing you.
Judi and Gary Lenviel
March 20, 2018
Gary and I are so sorry for the loss of this amazing woman. We heard such wonderful stories about her from JR and Rebecca. Having a son who holds his mother in such high esteem is a tribute to those who raised him. Thankfully, your faith and the knowledge that your mom is with God will sustain all of this family. Love and prayers to you all.
Rickie Baxter
March 20, 2018
Belinda was such a good friend. I admired her dedication to her students. Both of my daughters were priviledged to be her students. I consider them to have been very fortunate.
Deuce Watson
March 20, 2018
Prayers for peace and comfort to the McCormick family. I remember her fondly as a spunky little choir director that helped shape my early years in music. She also overlooked a lot of shennanigans from me and my class of 1995 peers. She will be greatly missed.
Sandra Dillman -Barrows
March 20, 2018
Mrs. McCormick was one of the most talented, caring, and sweetest person I had the privilege of knowing. She was my music teacher in grade school. She was so encouraging and made class so much fun. Even at grade school age, I was in awe at all the energy, spunk, and sincere caring wrapped up in that short tiny beautiful teacher. She was still serving in education in a different capacity when my girls were in school. It was always a joy running into her at school and in the community. Never missed my chance for a hug. Heaven has gained a very precious angel. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family. I will always cherish this special lady.
Gretchen Mark
March 20, 2018
You had such an impact on everyone around you. You will be missed.
Stacie Reed
March 20, 2018
Belinda McCormick was a sweet women who invested her time in me. I was so broken and lost and she turned out to be my guiding light. She helped me turn my life completely around. She was my back bone through jounior high and high school as my councilor. She helped me get my grades up nd encouraged me to go to college. She pushed me to raise my GPA from 1.4 to a 2.45 in just a yr. She was my biggest inspiration nd the reason I made it to graduation. I was 6months pregnant nd my gown had to be custom made she took care of it all. I was beyond blessed for her presence in my life. She will be dearly missed. And what an Amazing Angel she will be in the Lords Garden.! Thank u Mrs. McCormick graduate from sapupla high 2006 all bcuz you invested your time in me.
Nicole Parson
March 20, 2018
Mrs. McCormick was an inspiration and blessing to me throughout middle school and junior high. She was the first music teacher that truly taught and encouraged me to pursue singing. I will forever remember her loving, comforting, and joyful personality. Prayers for her family.❤
Tami and Tim Exendine
March 20, 2018
Sing with the angels in heaven, sweet Belinda. Your heart, spunk and love will be missed.
Karen Wilson
March 20, 2018
I will forever be grateful for Mrs. McCormick's patience in teaching me piano. I know I wasn't always prepared for my lesson but she never scolded me, she just had me practice another week! Her love for music carried over to me and as I play piano for my church I will remember how she encouraged me.
Phyllis Swift
March 20, 2018
Such a talented teacher and director, with a smile that lit the world. Sapulpa has lost a great musician and a dear, sweet person. Prayers of comfort for the family.
Carla Graves Baker
March 20, 2018
Mrs McCormick was my music teacher as well. She was always encouraging and inspiring me to stretch myself. I loved her bubbley personality her love for her family and Christ. She always seemed to bring out the very best in her students. For years after I graduated I would run into her at different places, she always called me by name and asked about my family. I marveled at her memory after teaching so many students. She was certainly the highlight of my day while in school. Her contributions as a music teacher definitely made this world a brighter place. My prayers for comfort are with her family. Until we meet again may you rest in the arms of Jesus.
Tony Underhill
March 20, 2018
Mrs. McCormick was very influential in my music career. She developed my love of music and even introduced me to my first guitar teacher. Her smile and laugh will forever be etched in my memory. I can hear her now singing in Heaven's Choir. Your music will play on.
Cheryl Myers (Parker)
March 20, 2018
Blessings to your family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. McCormick was a huge reason why I learned to love music. She was fantastic!
Jennifer Jarrell (Evans)
March 20, 2018
It breaks my heart to hear that her time here on earth is over but I know she is smiling down on all of us from above. She has touched so many hearts over so many years through church, working at the school and just everywhere she went. She was the reason I got into Choir at the church and continued for so many years after. Everytime I entered the doors of the church I knew I had a huge hug coming from one of my favorite people. Prayers go out to her family and all of her friends.
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