Bobby Darrell Dyer

Bobby Darrell Dyer passed away on November 19th, 2023.Bobby and his twin brother Billy were born April 1, 1930, on a farm three and one-half miles east of Carnegie, Oklahoma to Eula May and Leavie Dyer. Known as Bob to all who loved him, he was a beacon of generosity and wit, leaving a legacy of laughter and support in his wake. Bob spent his early school years at Prairie Lone, a two- room country school. He became active in the 4-H club and got his first taste of livestock shows and leadership. In 1944, finished the 8th grade at Prairie Lone and enrolled at Carnegie High School. FFA became an important part of his education as he served as an officer his junior and senior year and received the Junior Master Farmer at the State FFA convention in 1948. Bob continued to rise to leadership becoming the captain of the football team at Carnegie and serving as the Junior Rotarian of the Carnegie Rotary Club. This was the foundation for his civil service that he continued throughout his life. Bob graduated high school and enrolled at Oklahoma A&M in 1948. From the beginning, he knew he wanted to pursue a degree in Agriculture Education. In 1949 Bob crossed paths with the woman that would lead to his most significant achievement, the beautiful family he built with his beloved wife, Colleen Dyer, whom he married on August 4, 1950. Their marriage became the foundation for that beautiful family and they enjoyed 73 years together. In January of 1953 he received his bachelor degree. A month later, he was drafted into the armed forces. His stent in the military was another reflection of the passion for leadership Bob always held. During his basic training he was twice selected as the outstanding trainee of his company. He quickly worked his way from Private to Corporal and finally to Sergeant as he served during the Korean conflict. As soon as he was released from active military duty, Bob made his way back to Oklahoma A&M to get all his qualifications to become an Ag Teacher.Bob followed his passion for instructing and taught Ag at Mountain Park for two years. After his time at Moutain Park, Bob and Colleen moved to Georgia for two years where he worked as a foreman at the hereford ranch at Windsweep Farms. In 1963, the Dyers made their way back to Oklahoma and Bob began teaching Ag at Frederick. He invested heavily in his students and the community and continued teaching in Frederick until 1972. His former students continue to visit and tell stories with and about Mr. Dyer to this day. In 1972, Bob and Colleen moved back to Fort Cobb, Oklahoma and purchased the Fort Cobb Locker Plant from Colleen's parents. They continued to own and operate the Locker Plant to this day. Fort Cobb is where Bob and Colleen planted their roots and grew their legacy. Bob looked for every opportunity to serve his community. He was one of the original members of the Fort Cobb Lions Club and continued to serve the Civic club for all his life. Bob was a member of the methodist church and his life was a testament to the Methodist doctrine "do all the good you can."Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Glen, Alan and his twin Billy; sisters, Alma and Cleo.He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Colleen; son, Mark Dyer and wife Karin; daughter, Lisa Harrison and husband Shane; special niece, Patty Dyer; grandchildren, Mindy Greer and husband Jeff, Macy Crase and husband Jake, Hope Weber and husband Dylan, Alec Dyer and wife Kara, Ethan Harrison and wife Abby; eight great-grandchildren, Kacee and Krissy Greer, Brooks and Bennett Crase, Ryan Weber, Eleanor Harrison and Kayson and Keaton Dyer; numerous nieces and nephews; many other family members and friends.Funeral services for Bob are set for 2 PM, Wednesday, November 22nd, at the Fort Cobb United Methodist Church. Burial will be at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Fort Cobb. Services are under the direction of Fort Cobb Funeral Home, Fort Cobb, Oklahoma.Visitation will be Monday, November 20 from 2:00-8:00, Tuesday, 9:00-8:00, Wednesday, 9:00-11:00.Condolences may be sent to the family at www.smithfuneralservices.com

Bobby Darrell Dyer

April 1, 1930 - November 19, 2023

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