Allen Ray Adkisson

Allen Adkisson Obituary

Allen Ray Adkisson, 56, of Choctaw, OK passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2005. He was born to Odis M. & Louise (Lamb) Adkisson on December 9, 1948 in Oklahoma City, OK. Allen moved to Choctaw in 1984 having previously lived in Oklahoma City. On August 31, 1968 Allen married Theda Jean Lemaster. Allen was an avid motorcyclist and part owner of A&A Cycle. He enjoyed raising and riding his horses and took great pride in designing a golf course on his land. He retired from being a firefighter after 10 years of serving his community. He is preceded in death by his parents Odis & Louise. Allen is survived by his friend and loving wife, Theda; two sons, Odis & wife Nicole Adkisson of Newalla and Rod & Tiffany Adkisson of Choctaw; two grandchildren, Alex & Kyleigh; brother, Charles of Choctaw; his two sisters, Teresa & Lawana both of Choctaw and numerous nieces & nephews. Allen will be remembered by his friends & co-workers as the one to go to when help was needed. Funeral services will be held at Choctaw Road Baptist Church, Monday, July 25, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. Barnes & Johnson Funeral Home 1820 S. Douglas Blvd Midwest City 733-2991

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Published by Oklahoman on Jul. 24, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Allen Adkisson

16 Entries

Griffin

April 29, 2023

Wow I was looking for stuff for dad's dad and could never find anything cause I was bored and didn't know much at all about him

Bob and Pat Pierce

August 12, 2005

Dear Theda, we are so sorry about Allen. I wish we had the words to make this time easier. Please know that you and your family will be in our prayers.

In Christ,

Otis Wokaty

July 28, 2005

Theda and family,

I am so sad to learn of the passing of Allen. He was indeed a good man to all who have known him. I have wonderful memories of the years we enjoyed together. You and your family are in my prayers and the prayers of many as you will feel the loss of Allen. I know you are comforted by knowing he is with the Lord, and we will pray that the Lord will comfort you each and every day.

Lynn Jarrett

July 26, 2005

Theda and Family: On behalf of the Newalla Fire Department, I would like to express our deepest sorrow for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. If we can do anything for you, please let me know.

Lanny Fisher

July 26, 2005

To the Adkisson family..so sorry to hear of Allen's passing, I counted him among my friends and he will be missed. A&A Cycle was a business that I frequented often during my time in Oklahoma. Regards and sympathy to Lawanna, Teresa and Charlie.

Marilyn & Denny Beitler

July 26, 2005

Denny and I have such fond memories of Allen. When we started in business Denny and I made lots of trips to A&A for parts and always for lots of ideas and support. Allen was always willing to help us at all times, always with that big smile of his. We just heard about his death and we are truly sad. Please accept our condolences to the entire Adkisson family at this time of sorry.

Emily (Luke) Shaw

July 26, 2005

Theda and family,

Allen was my hero growing up. He was a good friend and always there to watch over me. My mother, Ruth Luke, wrote about how Allen and Theda always watched over me after the Old Timers Day parade when my mom had to stay and judge the floats. I remember the firetruck driving to the carnival after the parade and every year Allen would put me in the "jail" and bring me something to eat and drink. He always smiled. He was my hero. I also remember to Firefighters Challenge - they would use the fire truck hoses trying to spray a barrel on a wire to the opponants side. I always cheered for Allen and Theda. They are truly a great couple and will always be considered my friends. Thank you for all that you did for me over the years. I will remember you both always and I know we'll be even better friends when I see you again. With love,

Cheryl Cohenour

July 25, 2005

Adkisson Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sorry.

Kara Sanders-Devine

July 25, 2005

My father is a firefighter and volunteered at Choctaw for 10 years. He worked right along side of Allen for many years. Growing up in Choctaw, Allen's face became all to familiar to me. I always hate to hear of the loss of a firefighter but, such an accident is such a tragedy. We can all see the fire engines of gold with Allen riding the streets of heaven throwing candy to the little ones lined along the streets in aww. Although its so hard to let go, keep in mind that you can meet again and what a reunion it will be. Be glad that you were blessed with this hero, and a HERO he is!

Kristen Martin

July 24, 2005

I'm truly sorry for your great loss. God bless you.

John Martin

July 24, 2005

Dear Adkisson Family,

We are so saddened at the loss of Allen. We pray God's presence and peace will be especially near you at this time. As we interact with Alex & Kyleigh in the weeks & months to come, we will do our best to remind them of their loving & noble grandfather. God bless you all.

Rebecca Smith

July 24, 2005

In this time of your sorrow and hurt be assured that my thoughts and prayers are with you. My sincere condolences go out to Theda and each family member. I am sorry for your loss. May God be with you at this time of sadness.

Sincerely,

Ruth Luke

July 24, 2005

Our youngest daughter, Emily, loved to ride on the fire truck in the Old Timer's Day parade. The first year I was Mayor of Choctaw, I situated Emily (then about ten years old) on the fire truck with other children and then got into a car to ride in the parade. One of my duties was to select an entry for the Mayor's trophy. I got to the point in the parade where we turned to go to the park and had my car pull over so I could watch the entire parade go by so I could make my selection. It finally dawned on me that Emily had gone with the fire truck down into the park and that I wasn't there to meet her. When I finally got down to the park, there she was being watched out for by Allen and Theda. For the next seven years, Allen always made sure that Emily was cared for and made to feel part of the fire fighters' family. We love you both and have always considered Allen our "hero". We know that families can be forever and that you can be together again some day. We love you and are grateful to a loving Heavenly Father that our paths have crossed.

Ruth

Sherri Smith(Adkisson)

July 24, 2005

allen, i remember all of ours years growing up together next door to each other. you, charlie, teresa, lawana, stacia, and me & bobby,we were not just cousins,and neighbors, but all of us were good friends. we had a lot of good years growing up, and i know i will treasure them always, and i will always remember your great big grin, it seems like it was always there, whether you was serious or giving one of us girls a hard time. thanks allen for all the memories,i love you! your cousin, sherri

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