DAVID EARL LIKINS

DAVID EARL LIKINS obituary, Porum, OK

DAVID EARL LIKINS

DAVID LIKINS Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by King & Shearwood Funeral Home Inc on Dec. 19, 2025.
David Earl Likins passed away December 18th, 2025 at Porum, Ok. at the age of 72. He was born October 8th, 1953 in Richmond, Virginia to his parents Walter and Imogene "Yow" Likins. He grew up in several States being a Navy Child, but settled in Porum. He married Bonnie Dierking October 15th, 1983, and they made their home in Porum. He served his Country in the U.S. Army. He was a skilled mechanic who worked for Warner Schools, and Muskogee School for the Blind where he retired. He loved motorcycles, fishing, auctions, and collecting guns. He is survived by 2 Daughters; Misty Tallon and George of Porum, Jessica Likins of Porum. 4 Grandchidren; Hanna Tallon, Zachery Tallon, Tyler Smith, Kinsley Tallon. 1 Sister; Wanda Fuller of Arizona. 1 Brother; Barry Likins and Linda of Escondido, Ca., Several nieces. He's preceded by his parents; Walter and Imogene Likins. His wife; Bonnie Likins. Graveside Service will be held December 22nd, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. at Coleman Cemetery Porum, Ok. Officiating; Reverend Vernon Stone. Pallbearers; Miguel Leon, Danny Baker, Burl Spears, Blake Bunton. Honorary Pallbearers; Andrew Nail and George Tallon. There will be no viewing.

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