William Walter 'Bill' Lansdale, 87, Passes Away in Oklahoma

The longtime mechanic and peanut harvester was an Army veteran who loved to dance.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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William Walter 'Bill' Lansdale, an 87-year-old resident of Kingston, Oklahoma, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at his home. Lansdale was born in Stringtown, Oklahoma in 1938 and graduated from Grandfield High School in 1958. He served in the Army during the Vietnam conflict and worked as a mechanic and in the peanut harvesting industry for many years. Lansdale is survived by his wife Glenda, two sons, a stepdaughter, and several grandchildren and other family members.

Why it matters

Lansdale's passing marks the end of an era for a man who dedicated his life to serving his country, working in local industries, and spending time with his loved ones. His story reflects the experiences of many Oklahomans of his generation.

The details

Bill Lansdale was born on December 7, 1938 in Stringtown, Oklahoma to Ernest and Jewel Lansdale. He married Glenda Scott on April 12, 2015. Lansdale worked as a mechanic for many years and also worked in the peanut harvesting industry. He was an Army veteran who served during the Vietnam conflict. Lansdale is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and one brother. He is survived by his wife Glenda, two sons, a stepdaughter, four step-grandchildren, and several other family members.

  • Lansdale was born on December 7, 1938.
  • He graduated from Grandfield High School in 1958.
  • Lansdale married Glenda Scott on April 12, 2015.
  • He passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026.
  • Lansdale's funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

William Walter 'Bill' Lansdale

An 87-year-old resident of Kingston, Oklahoma who passed away on February 23, 2026. Lansdale was an Army veteran who worked as a mechanic and in the peanut harvesting industry for many years.

Glenda Lansdale

Bill Lansdale's wife of the home.

Bret Wayne Lansdale

Bill Lansdale's son, who lives in Calera, Oklahoma.

Billy Ray Lansdale

Bill Lansdale's son, who lives in St. Louis, Missouri.

Gerri Langford

Bill Lansdale's stepdaughter, who lives in Kingston, Oklahoma.

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What they’re saying

“A funeral service for Bill will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Brown's Funeral Service in Madill, Oklahoma with Pastor Joey Lansdale officiating.”

— Brown's Funeral Service (bryancountypatriot.com)

What’s next

Lansdale will be laid to rest at the Kingston Cemetery following the funeral service on February 28th.

The takeaway

Bill Lansdale's life story reflects the experiences of many hardworking Oklahomans of his generation - serving his country, working in local industries, and dedicating himself to his family. His passing marks the end of an era, but his legacy will live on through his loved ones.