Treasa "Salsman" Fitzgerald

Treasa Lynn (Salsman) Fitzgerald of Heavener, Oklahoma was born January 2, 1958 in Morris, Oklahoma to Clyde Raymond and Ruby Marie (Little) Salsman and passed away surrounded by her family on October 9, 2025 in Heavener, Oklahoma at the age of 67.

She is survived by:

One son:

Dylan Roberts and wife Kaci of Heavener, Oklahoma

Four grandchildren:

Kynlee Paige and Kason Roberts of Heavener, Oklahoma

Brody and Adrian Cheshier of Heavener, Oklahoma

Father of Dylan and friend:

Max Roberts of Heavener, Oklahoma and Companion Nancy Cox of Poteau, Oklahoma

One niece:

Brittany Salsman of Shawnee, Oklahoma

Six nephews:

David Salsman, Jr. of Fayetteville, Arkansas

Michael Salsman and wife Bethany of Hichita, Oklahoma

Scott Salsman and wife Lexi of Canton, Ohio

Jason Salsman and wife Ashtyn of Morris, Oklahoma

Sean Salsman and wife Shannon of Wichita, Kansas

Caleb Salsman and his wife Tiffany of Tahlequah, Oklahoma

Her cousins:

Gwen Kirkpatrick and husband Ron of Glenpool, Oklahoma

Alice Gregg of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Rhonda Harder of Glenpool, Oklahoma

Brad Bridges of Mound, Oklahoma

Morgan Byars and husband Jeptha of Beggs, Oklahoma

Aaron and Ethan Thompson of Beggs, Oklahoma

Her lifelong friends:

Susan Dodson and husband Darrel of Howe, Oklahoma

Wanda Lawrence and husband Rob of Cameron, Oklahoma

Cheryl Felthousen of Edmond, Oklahoma

Her caretaker and friend:

Rhonda Armstrong and husband David of Panama, Oklahoma

Several great-nieces and great-nephews

Numerous other loved ones and a host of many friends

She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, her husband Danny Fitzgerald, her two brothers, David Salsman, Sr. and Michael Salsman, her best friend Jeanne (Jones) Jackson, and her dearly loved dog, Marj. She also leaves behind four uncles, one aunt, numerous cousins, and other loved ones.

Treasa Fitzgerald, a cherished member of the Heavener community, passed away after a life filled with love and resilience. Treasa graduated as the Salutatorian from Howe High School in 1976. Her high school years were highlighted by her roles as a cheerleader, class president, and vice president. She was actively involved in journalism and the Future Homemakers of America.

In the early years, Treasa pursued a career as a Barber and Respiratory Therapist in the 1990's. Although she faced health challenges that led to her retirement in the early 2000s, Treasa's spirit remained unbreakable, and she approached life with a positive outlook. Above all, she fiercely loved and protected her family and friends, finding immense joy in the time spent with them.

Treasa was a loyal and caring friend, always ready to support those around her. Her mornings were often spent enjoying coffee while watching her favorite show "The Hagees." She also loved the "Golden Girls". Treasa will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her dedication to her loved ones, and the warmth she brought to all who knew her.

The funeral service to celebrate Treasa's life will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 13, 2025 at the Freedom House Fellowship Church in Heavener, Oklahoma with Brother Sam Dyer and Mr. Dalton Luman officiating. Burial will follow in Heavener Memorial Park under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be: David Salsman, Jr., Sean Salsman, Mark Place, Geoff Slusser, Sean Covey, and Brad Morris.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Staff of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Members of the Heavener Fire and Rescue, Scott Salsman, Ron Kirkpatrick, Darrell Dodson, Aaron Jackson, and David Armstrong.

Viewing will be from Noon to 6:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, with the family visiting with friends on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in Treasa's honor to either Gideon Bibles or Second Chances Retail Store at 1100 South Broadway, Poteau, Oklahoma 74953.

The family would like to thank Dr. Beena Syed, Dr. Kimberly Zamor, Jennifer Alexander and the staff of Heart of Hospice for the excellent care they provided to Treasa.