Richard L. Shonts

He was born in Oklahoma City on July 2nd 1929 to Clarence and Esther Shonts. Richard graduated from Choctaw high school class of 1947. He joined the Army and served in the Korean war. He worked for the United States Postal Service which is where he retired from to enjoy his retirement traveling with Don. Richard loved to spend time with his family, travel to Florida to visit old friends and make new ones. He was an avid Oklahoma Sooner fan where he and Don enjoyed many years as season ticket holders. Richard became a diehard Oklahoma City Thunder fan and never missed watching a game. He was a member of the Integris Volunteer program where he enjoyed spending his days helping people.

He is survived by his companion of 65 years Donald Mason of Oklahoma City. As well as many other family members.

He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence & Esther Shonts, Brothers Sonny Shonts & JD Shonts sisters Shirley Byford & Sharon Anglin

Funeral arrangements will be held at 10:30am Tuesday April 6th, at Memorial Park Funeral home Oklahoma City, Ok.