Donald Wayne Gaither, a lifelong resident of Henryetta, died March 12, 2017 in Tulsa at the age of 70. He was born Oct. 22, 1946 in Henryetta to James Gaither and Lola (Estes) Gaither. Don was a member of the Tulledega Hills Baptist Church and a member of the American Legion.
He married the love of his life, Joyce Cunningham Sept. 28, 1964 in Oklahoma City.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Charlotte McKelvy, and brother, Danny Bruce Gaither.
Donald is survived by his wife, Joyce Gaither of the home; son, Lloyd Gaither and wife Traci of Dewar; two grandchildren: Ashton Deming and husband Cody of Dewar, and Tristan Gaither of Dewar; two great grandchildren: Kalli Gaither and Damon Deming; brother, Jimmy Gaither and wife Ida of Union, Missouri, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 and from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 15 with family present to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Thursday, March 16, 2017 at Integrity Chapel with Rev. Dale Huckabay, officiating, assisted by Rev. Robert Hunnicutt. Interment will follow at Westalawn Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Integrity Funeral Service.