Daniel James Williams Sr

Daniel James Williams Sr. peacefully passed away on January 5, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born in Talihina, Oklahoma to Ralph Cameron Williams and Neoma Lee Baker. He was a direct descendant of "Lone Wolf the Elder" (Gui-pah-gah, 'Alone Among The Wolves') a principal chief of the Kiowa tribe, and "Ahpeahtone" (Que-tah-tsay, 'Kills With A Lance') the last traditional chief of the Kiowa Tribe. As well as other Kiowa leaders and warriors. He graduated from Chilocco Indian School and later received a diploma from Western Nebraska Technical College. After graduating Daniel later became a CDL truck driver. He loved what he did for a living and was very passionate about it, he traveled all over the country, making many friends along the way. He equally loved his red semi truck, Boomer, he filled the cab with his favorite snacks and candy and watched films or Sooner games on his breaks. He was an avid concert go'er, and attended many live concerts throughout his life, celebrating with his friends and family often. Daniel was a kind soul, always lending a helping hand to his friends in need. Everyone that knew him loved him. Daniel will be deeply missed by those who knew him and loved him.

Survivors include his children:

Daniel James Williams Jr., Wichita Kansas

Michael Ray Williams and wife Morgan, Wichita, Kansas

Jessica Lee Pykiet and husband Logan, Wichita, Kansas

Grandchildren:

Samantha Jo Scott, Wichita, Kansas

Daniel James Williams III, Wichita, Kansas

Amelia Elizabeth Williams, Wichita, Kansas

Siblings:

Zena Lovelady, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Linda Williams, Ponca City, Oklahoma

Curtis Williams, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Barbara Warren Alvarez, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Nephews:

Corbett Jones and wife Sunny, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Curtis Hawks Jr and Lyric, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Nieces:

Kay Jones, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Fontina Duncan and husband Bronson, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Shantelle Lovelady, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Anastasia Hawks Sandoval and Hymn, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

He is preceded in death by his grandparents; Frank H. Williams and Lucy Ahpeahtone. His brothers; Alvin R. Williams and Michael E. Williams. His sister; Roberta Warren Davila. His nephew; Cameron Ray Williams. His niece; Laquetta Lovelady

Funeral: 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 11, 2025

Red Wolf Hall

Carnegie, OK

Visitation: 5:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025

Otoe Missouria Tribal Complex

Red Rock, Oklahoma

Wake: 6:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, 2025

Otoe Missouria Tribal Complex

Red Rock, Oklahoma

Interment: Samone Cemetery

Carnegie, OK

Under the direction of Ray & Martha's Funeral Home, Carnegie, OK