Oran Dale Tompkins, Sr., 68, was born April 9, 1938, in Cleveland, Oklahoma to parents, Ruth and Walt Tompkins.
He died May 3, 2006, in Bakersfield.
He is survived by his wife, Loretta; eight children; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; his sister, Pat; and numerous family members and friends.
Loved by many and here for far too brief a moment.
Private memorial services will be held at a later date.
Doughty-Calhoun-O'Meara Funeral Home.