Wiley Madole

Wiley Ross Madole passed peacefully from this life on July 28, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life. He was born on May 28, 1945, in Clovis, New Mexico, the last of 5 children of Leon and Delia Madole. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Beverly Jennings, Doyle Madole, and Jerry Madole.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Sue Madole; their children, son Webster & wife Kelly Madole, daughter Kendra Baze-Craven & husband Chris Craven; grandsons Andrew Madole, Sam Madole, Harrison Madole, Roy Baze, and Charles Baze; sister Dorothy Armstrong; and a host of extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.

At the age of three, Wiley moved with his family to Norman, Oklahoma, where they settled on a farm in southeast Norman that became the love of his life.

Wiley spent the majority of his years on this farm, nurturing it with dedication and love. It was here that he built a family with his devoted wife of 54 years. Together, they cultivated not only the land but also a legacy of love and hard work. Throughout his life, Wiley remained committed to his family, the land, and the cattle he raised. He was especially proud of his children and grandchildren.

Wiley graduated from Norman High School and worked for the Norman Transcript, followed by an extended time at the University of Oklahoma Printing Press, retiring in 2007.

A celebration of life will be held in the fall, honoring Wiley's memory and his lifelong love for the land and his family.