STITES, Troy Lewis, born 2-9-1930, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on 11-15-18. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Delores June Stites, his three children, Karen (Gene) Leviner, Gregory Stites, Janet (Ray) Parker, and 7 grandchildren, Brad (Chloe) Gibbs, Amanda (Malcolm) Stites, Erika (Travis) Dafler, Andrea (Nick) Carranza, Angela (Chris) Stites, Noah Stites, Matthew Stites, and 6 great grandchildren, Greyson, Coleson, Pierson, Jaylen, Ayden, Gabriella, and many nieces & nephews. He is also survived by 3 sisters, Louise Wilson, Dorothy Jones, Catherine VanWert, and one brother, Jimmy Stites. Preceded in death by brother Russell, and sister Nelva. Troy graduated from Wetumka Oklahoma High School, and attended Oklahoma State A&M (now Oklahoma State University) with a full track scholarship. Troy married his wife Delores Miller “Baby” on 2-24-1951 in Guthrie, Oklahoma. He served in the Army Transportation Corps from 1952 to 1954. In his younger years, Troy & Delores were leaders of their church youth group, Troy was also a church bus driver to bring kids to Sunday School. He was a member of Parkview Church of the Nazarene. Troy retired from the dairy manufacturing business, specializing in cottage cheese, ice cream & milk. After retirement, he and Delores enjoyed travel with their motorhome and spent winters in California & Florida with family, many cherished memories. Troy loved the outdoors. His heaven on earth was his garden. He always needed to do something outdoors, and do things for others. He loved his family so very much. He will be remembered by his joy in being with family (he got so excited!). Troy had more perseverance than any man his children have ever observed. Troy’s legacy is his love for the Lord, and his love for his family. Visitation is at Parkview Church of the Nazarene, November 19, 2018 from 10-12:00. Service follows at 12:00. Internment at Miami Valley Memorial Gardens. Rev. Ron Justice & Rev. Jason Caddy officiating. Condolences may be sent to www.tobiasfuneralhomes.com.
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