Larry Papay

Larry Keith Papay was born to Jim and Lucy (Paralee) Archer on April 29, 1932, in Optima, Oklahoma, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving wife, Del and other family members.
Larry was a graduate of Elkhart High School, in Elkhart, Kansas. Following graduation, he bravely and honorably served our beloved United States of America during the Korean War. After the war, he worked for Anadarko Petroleum eventually he became the plant supervisor.
Larry's hobbies included working to become a pilot, rebuilding old cars, hunting, fishing, and tinkering with anything mechanical.
Larry was preceded in death by eleven brothers and sisters.
Larry is survived by his wife of 66 years, Delseenia Ruth (Wilson) Papay.
He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Visitation will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. till 12:00 noon at Henson-Novak Funeral Directors in Guymon.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Elmhurst Cemetery in Guymon, Oklahoma with Chaplain Kenneth Boggs officiating.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 400 North Walker Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, or Disabled American Veterans, 5300 Northwest 23rd street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73127.
Friends and family may sign the online guest book or leave a condolence at www.hensonnovak.com.