Della Kay "Kraft" Longhofer

Della Kay "Kraft" Longhofer obituary

Della Kay "Kraft" Longhofer

Della Longhofer Obituary

Published by Legacy on Aug. 27, 2025.
Della Kay (Kraft) Longhofer, 79, of Shattuck, Oklahoma, passed away on August 23, 2025. She was born on January 15, 1946, in Shattuck, to Theodore and Lorene (Johnson) Kraft.

Della grew up in Shattuck and remained a lifelong resident, known and loved by many in the community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ted and Lorene Kraft, and her sister, Ricky Ingram.

She is survived by her sister, Barbara Morphew of Texas; her aunt, Berta Beck of Houston, Texas; nephew, Travis Morphew and family; niece, Susie Decker and family; along with numerous cousins and friends.

Della was a proud and loyal O.U. fan and an all-around sports enthusiast. Her sense of humor and love of life were unmatched. She delighted in sending light-hearted cards for birthdays and holidays, spreading smiles to everyone she knew. Her beloved dogs were her constant companions and truly like her children.

Affectionately nicknamed "cousie" or "Uncle Della," she was always quick with a laugh and found joy in brightening the lives of others. In her later years, Della worked as a sitter and caregiver for many in the community, offering kindness and humor to those she served.

Her family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the friends, relatives, and nurses who cared for Della through the years-she loved you all dearly.

Per Della's request, no memorial services will be held. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

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