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Submitted by: Terry Dudley

Leon Farmer Jr.

May 21,1949 ~ September 4, 2024

Leon Farmer Jr. was born May 21,1949 to Leon and Sue Farmer in Bristow, Oklahoma. He departed this life September 4, 2024 at the age 75.

Leon grew up attending Bristow Schools and was a graduate of Bristow Highschool. Leon earned his retirement from American Airlines after twenty plus years of service in the aerospace industry. Leon, known by all as “Sunny” had a smile for everyone. His charismatic energy seemed to draw everyone to him. He was well known and loved. His energy and genuine interest in those he met helped to make him a highly successful vendor during driller games; something he enjoyed doing when he had the time. Sunny loved sports, basketball and football were two of his favorite past times.

Sunny was very involved in church serving as a deacon in the past. He was currently attending Pilgrim Baptist Church in Bristow, Oklahoma. Family was important. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Leon is survived by his children, Leon Farmer III and Sam Hughes; sisters, Diane Tiger, Denetta Johnson, Della Smittick and Marzetta Kay Barksdale; three grandchildren, Brandy Farmer, Tiffany Washington and Erica Washington as well as great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carol Farmer and siblings, Derial Gene Farmer, Delbert Farmer, David Johnson and Debra Johnson.

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