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David Inhofe Obituary
Feb 10, 1948 - Apr 5, 2025
David Earle Inhofe was born February 10 1948 in Des Moines, IA. He passed away April 5, 2025. He passed away quickly and easily in his sleep, as if it was a reward from God.
His family moved to Tulsa when David was 2 years old and he graduated from Edison High School in Tulsa, the University of Tulsa with a master's degree in mathematics, and from Stanford University with a master's degree in statistics.
He was a wonderful husband to his wife of 54 years, Susan Inhofe. A great father to his son Nick Inhofe and daughter-in-law, Jillian Inhofe.
He was a very fond kitty dad to his precious little cat, SusieQ. He was very close to his sister, Jan Sweeney, and to his many nieces and nephews.
David was a triathlete, specializing pool, poker and bowling. His sense of humor was one of his strongest personality traits. Wherever he was, there was fun and laughter. He was always a good friend to his friends, and occasionally a good friend to complete strangers. He loved helping people.
David was preceded in death by his parents, Orville and Evelyn Inhofe, brother Denny Inhofe, and older sister Sharon Van den Eeden.
Private family service.
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Ivanam Ilados & Ayerhd Iases
May 19, 2025
Your wife wrote an AMAZING book! RIP Mr. Inhofe, you will be forever remembered.
Dee Anna Dorough
April 25, 2025
Sharing a laugh with life long friends
Dee Anna Dorough
April 25, 2025
David was an incredible man. He loved his wife and son more than anyone could ever imagine. He was kind to people and held a weekly gentleman get together with friends of more than 40 years. He was always there for his friends with a lending ear. RIP David! Susie and Nick, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that David loved you both so very much.
Becky Fowler
April 16, 2025
Susi, I was searching for a friend who passed and saw David's picture. So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with you. Your cousins, Becky and Sherry, and your Aunt Katherine
Triana
April 16, 2025
With heavy hearts we bid farewell to our Uncle David. May the roots of our memorial tree run deep and its limbs stretch wide, symbolizing the love, laughter & memories we'll cherish forever. May he rest in peace & fly high embraced by our loved ones up into the sky. Sending love, light & strength to our Aunt Susie and Cousin Nick. xx
Sherry Price Dake
April 14, 2025
I am so sorry. Rest in peace. You will be missed. I am so sorry Suzie.
Randy Shanofsky
April 13, 2025
I am one of the complete strangers David was a good friend to as referenced in the obituary. Wishing love and peace to his family and friends. The violin is laid to rest, not the music.
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