Randy Don Wedel

It is with both sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Randy Don Wedel, who left this world on April 12, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout his journey, Randy a.k.a. "Fred" kept his sense of humor and unwavering positive attitude, finding solace and strength in his faith in God.

Born in Okeene, Oklahoma on April 25, 1974, to parents Bessie and Gene Wedel, Randy grew to be a cherished husband, son, friend, and mentor. He was raised in Meno, Oklahoma alongside his siblings Gena and Andy.  Although his parents marriage wasn't to last, Randy gained two more siblings Michael and Michelle when his Dad married his step mother Dori who loved him as her own. Randy graduated with the Ringwood High School class of 1992.

Randy married Colleen McCarthey and from that union was blessed with two children Mackenzie Nicole and Todd Hunter. While he was a fun Dad, he also knew the importance of offering guidance to his children.  Although they lived states apart, Randy prioritized being present with them driving to Albuquerque, NM once a month for twelve years. He loved spending quality time with them watching Star Wars when they were younger, and recently would talk on the phone for hours. 

Known affectionately as "The Wise One," Randy dedicated his career to serving others as a Service Manager at TS Heat and Air. He took immense pride in providing comfort to everyone he encountered-reminding us all to regularly change our air filters!

Randy was not only a skilled HVAC technician but also a devoted tinkerer and creative soul. His friends often joked that he could fix anything, earning him the title of a real-life MacGyver. An artist and gifted storyteller, Randy had dreams of settling down after retirement in a picturesque Western town where he could introduce "Randollars" into commerce.

His passions filled his life with joy: hunting and fishing in the great outdoors, cooking and grilling delicious meals for family and friends, gardening, and spending time at the casino. With a heart full of musical enthusiasm, Randy loved to sing karaoke, delighting his loved ones with his rendition of his favorite go-to song.

Randy met Adriene Snow and there was an instant connection. They found a special love and companionship that lead them to marry December 26, 2023 surrounded by their family and friends.  Along with Adriene, Randy gained her family that he loved as his own. They truly had a love story that was written in the stars.  

Randy held a deep love for God, free speech, Sooner football, and travel, along with fond memories of Looney Tunes cartoons. He cherished quiet moments walking along the creek and fueling his energy with Diet Mountain Dew. He had an adventurous spirit that was expressed in anything he could set on fire or blow up. While he adored dogs, he playfully maintained a distance from dog people.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Adriene Snow; daughter Mackenzie Wedel; son Todd Wedel; stepson Gunner Coffey; mother Bessie Becker; brother Andy Wedel and wife Linda; step mother Dori Wedel, step brother Michael Kampstra and wife Michelle; step sister Michelle Ratzlaff and husband Brent; step grandson Alvie Coffey; sister in law Lynn Snow; along with many cousins and friends who loved him dearly too many to count.

He was preceded in death by his father Gene Wedel; and sister Gena Haffner.

We invite you to join us in celebrating the extraordinary life of Randy Wedel. A public viewing will take place at New Beginnings Wesleyan Fellowship on April 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM, followed by a heartfelt Celebration of Life at the same location at 2:00 PM. Randy will then be laid to rest at Wedel-Oakdale Cemetery at 3:30 PM, where we will honor his memory in a serene and peaceful setting.

In Randy's spirit, let us gather to remember the joy, laughter, and love he brought into our lives. May we share stories, smiles, and warm memories that will live on in our hearts in the days to come.

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