Lois Wayne Byrum

Lois Wayne Byrum passed away surrounded by her family on May 21, 2019, at the age of 90. She was born June 3, 1928 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Rose and Earl Wayne Hendricks. She completed her schooling at Putnam City and attended Putnam City High school. She met her soul mate, Raymond Starlin Byrum, while attending The University of Oklahoma. After marrying, they raised their two children Jeffrey and Debbie in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

She was preceded in death by her mother Rose, her father Earl, her husband Ray, and her sister Joyce.

She is survived by her children, Jeffrey Bryum and Debbie Apkarian, and her loving family, daughter-in-law Kim, and grandchildren Jeffrey II, Kevin, and Megan.

Lois dedicated her life to her family first and foremost. She treasured a lifetime with her children and grandchildren, and embraced every moment spent with family and friends. Anyone who came to know her knew she was truly the most wonderful person. Her presence was radiant and inspiring to all.

She found her passion in landscaping and creating wonderful meals for her family to gather for. Her faith in God shone through all she did, and the family she raised. She will continue to be greatly loved and missed by her loved ones.

- Written by her granddaughter Megan Byrum