George Lewis Hartman Jr.'s Obituary
George “Butch” Lewis Hartman, Jr.
August 10, 1946 – November 15, 2025
George “Butch” Lewis Hartman, Jr., 79, of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, entered the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on November 15, 2025, surrounded by his family at home. Born on August 10, 1946, he was the son of George Lewis Hartman, Sr. and Alma Gayle (Smallwood) Hartman.
On November 5, 1965, Butch married the love of his life, Elizabeth Jane (Proctor) Hartman, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Together they shared 60 beautiful, joy-filled years of marriage, building a legacy of love, faith, and family.
Butch was a proud graduate of Webster High School in Tulsa and continued his education at Northeastern A&M in Miami, Oklahoma. He worked for Shell Oil Company and later for First Data Resources. He also honorably served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Special Forces, an experience he spoke of with both pride and humor—often joking that he used to be taller before jumping out of all those military planes, a story some family members believed for years.
His life journey took him from Altoona, Pennsylvania, to Tulsa, and finally to Sand Springs, where he made countless memories with his loved ones. He enjoyed fishing, camping, cheering on OU football, and spending cherished time with family. A devoted Christian and member of the Southern Baptist faith, Butch lived his life grounded firmly in the love of Jesus Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Kendall Hartman; and his grandparents, Frank and Anna Smallwood, and Blair and Emma Hartman.
Left to carry his memory forward are his beloved wife, Elizabeth Hartman; sons Michael (Katrenia) Hartman and Russell (Rebecca) Hartman; grandchildren Katie, Ross, Amanda, Aaron, Madison, Austin, Cadence, Brent, Chloe, and Tyler; great-grandchildren Peyton, Bodhi, Addilyn, Henry, Aelia, Alexander, Ava, Juniper, and one more expected in June; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Butch will be laid to rest at Floral Haven.
A man of unwavering faith, deep love, and joyful spirit, he was— as Elizabeth lovingly said—“one of the best men God ever made.” He was devoted to his family, adored his grandchildren and great-grandbabies, and brought light and laughter wherever he went. He will be dearly and forever missed.
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