Erban Lynn Heasley

Graveside memorial services for Lynn Heasley will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Alva Municipal Cemetery. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Marshall Funeral Home of Alva. Erban “Lynn” Heasley, a dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, veteran, banker, farmer, and faithful servant to his community, passed away on June 2, 2026, at the age of 95. Lynn was born on May 2, 1931, in Perryton, Texas, to John Samuel and Linnie Catherine (Callison) Heasley. He was raised in Alva, Oklahoma, and graduated from Alva High School in 1949. It was there, during his high school years, that he met the love of his life, Nelda June Elmore. The two were married in January 1951 at the Elmore Farm north of Alva and went on to share more than 72 years of devoted marriage. After earning his degree from Northwestern State College, Lynn answered the call to serve by enlisting in the U.S. Army. During the Korean War, he served as a lineman and forward observer and was awarded a Bronze Star, along with several other honors, in recognition of his courageous and dedicated service. Following his honorable discharge, Lynn and Nelda began building a life and family together. Their path took them from Alva to Enid, Oklahoma, and later to Abilene, Kansas, where Lynn worked as a chemist in the grain industry. He often spoke of the bitter winters there, and with encouragement from a close friend, he later accepted a position as accountant and manager for Worth Food Mart in Bedford, Texas. With four children to raise, Lynn and Nelda chose to step away from what he called “the rat race”. Lynn believed that life on the family farm and the values of a small town were the very best gift they could give their children. They made their life in Capron, just a few miles from Nelda’s childhood home, for many years before settling in Alva, Oklahoma. It was a home they cherished for the rest of their lives. Lynn devoted many years to Central National Bank, where he eventually retired as Vice President. Alongside his banking career, he remained deeply connected to farming and ranching, taking special pride in caring for livestock and tending the land he loved. Retirement gave Lynn more time to enjoy the many things he loved. Earning his pilot’s license was one of his proudest accomplishments, and he took great joy in sharing his love of flying with his friends and family. He was a gifted handyman who found fulfillment in woodworking, gardening, working on cars, and lending a helping hand whenever it was needed. He also cared deeply about his community and generously gave his time to many organizations, including the Fraternal Order of Elks, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, the Alva Goldbugs, the United Methodist Church, and Share Memorial Hospital. Lynn was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Donald Dale, John Loren, and Gene Heasley; his beloved wife, Nelda June Heasley; and his grandchildren, Harlyn John Heasley and Jennifer Lynn Brown. He is survived by his children: John and Betsy Heasley, Lynell and Jim Beierschmitt, Julie Heasley, and Robert and Gloria Heasley. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Amber Finley and husband Eric, Cory Honeyman, Jaci Tolbert and husband Al Hunt, Taylor Beierschmitt and wife Kim, Julie Beierschmitt-Flowers and husband Justin, Shelby Kugler and husband Eli, Micheal Heasley, and Jacquelyn Melton. His great-grandchildren are Caitlin Turley and husband Josh, Kelcie Honeyman, Marcus Tolbert, Maredi Hunt, Maris Hunt, Tersah Turner, Aniyah Turner, Journey Brown, Melauni Martin, Bradey Beierschmitt, Grant Beierschmitt, Lincoln Beierschmitt, Myles Flowers, Jaxon Flowers, Abraham Kugler, Abigail Kugler, Abiah Kugler, along with one great-great-grandchild, Finley Turley. Lynn will be remembered for his steadfast faith, his deep love for his family, his dedication to service, and the kindness, wisdom, and quiet strength he shared with all who knew him. His legacy lives on in the family he treasured, the community he faithfully served, and the values he lived out each day. Those attending his graveside service are invited to wear the colors of the American flag in honor of Lynn and his service to his country. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made through the funeral home to NWOSU.

Erban Lynn Heasley

May 2, 1931 - June 2, 2026