Wyma McMath

Wyma McMath obituary, McAlester, OK

Wyma McMath

Wyma McMath Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory - McAlester on Feb. 1, 2026.
Wyma Lee McMath passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family, on January 31, 2026.

The family will greet friends 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Bishop Funeral Service and Crematory.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Northside Assembly of God Church officiated by Rev. Brian Smith. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens Memorial Park Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be, Sean Horstman, Colby Sexton, Tristian McMath, Steven McMath, Clint Riddle and Randy McMath.

Honorary pallbearers will be, Bobby Weaver, Kenneth Snider, Zack Kerns, Joe Kerns, Delbert Amason and Brent Bowling.

Wyma was a devoted Christian woman whose faith guided every part of her life. Her faith was evident in her love, her service, and the way she cared for others.

Wyma was a loving and faithful wife, a devoted mother, a proud grandmother, and a cherished great-grandmother. Her family was the

center of her world, and she lived out the truth of, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord" (Joshua 24:15) through her daily example.

She never missed a ball game, faithfully cheering from the stands and celebrating every moment. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her greatest joy, and she loved them deeply and completely. As it says in Proverbs 17:6, "Children's children are a crown to the aged," and Wyma wore that crown with pride.

She found joy in simple pleasures; especially, making homemade bread and crafting, often sharing her gifts with those she loved. Her home reflected a promise of open arms to all, extending her hands to all in need and welcoming everyone with warmth and kindness.

Her life leaves a legacy of faith, love, and devotion. We take comfort in God's promise: "Well done, good and faithful servant" (Matthew 25:21). She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever treasured by all who knew her.

Wyma is survived by her husband, Dennis McMath, of the home; son Wade McMath and wife Cristen of Kiowa; daughter Melannie Riddle and husband Clint of Kiowa; grandchildren Kelsey Sexton and husband Colby of McAlester, Maddie Horstman and husband Sean of Shawnee, Tristian McMath and Sydnee of Kiowa, Braylee McMath of Kentucky, Mollee McMath and Lillee McMath of Kiowa; great-grandchildren Sawyer, Mack, Brady, Rowan, and Hayes; along with many cousins and dear friends, including Jarie Daniels and Jerry Sanders.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Wyamanee "Wy" (Coffman) Gehlken, and her husband Kenneth Gehlken; father, Grover Lee Shelton; and a grandson, Boston McMath.

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