Larry Roger DeGarmo's Obituary
L. Roger DeGarmo, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 17, 2018 surrounded by his family. He was born on December 5, 1946 in Garden City, Kansas to Harold DeGarmo and Doris (Teeter) DeGarmo. He spent his childhood in Rolla, Kansas with his Mother, his younger brother Ron and his adoptive father Manford Dye. Roger graduated from Rolla high school with 14 in his senior class and he went on to obtain a degree in business from Ft. Hays State University in 1968. On August 1, 1973 he married Carla Archambo and together they have 4 children and 14 grandchildren. Roger and Carla enjoyed fishing, boating, and spending time with family. Roger worked at Cities Service Oil Company/Occidental Petroleum for all 40+ years of his career in IT operations management with the last five years spent at multiple locations in the Middle East. He was recognized for his leadership and his accomplishments were numerous; however, he was most well known for being one of the kindest and most generous men around. Roger had a lifelong interest in all things soccer. He was also an avid reader and enjoyed the companionship of his dogs. His favorite times out and about were watching his grandchildren’s activities. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Carla; brother, Ron (Pat); sons, Chris (Liza), Jeff (Lauren); daughters, Kim Deeter (Scott), and Amanda Eickhoff (Mark); and 14 grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 12:30, at Floral Haven Funeral Home, 6500 S 129th E Ave., Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Everyone is welcome at a luncheon in the Floral Haven family center following the service. Memorial donations can be made in Roger’s name to honor Women in Recovery through Family and Children’s Services located at 1055 S. Houston Avenue, Suite 200, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74121. 918-947-4200.
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