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Don Paul Mize, age 82, of Denton TX, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 20, 2023. Don was born on July 16, 1940, to William U. and Gladys (Eason) Mize in Bennington, OK. He married Kathleen Wells in Durant OK on March 23, 1963. Don spent two years serving his country in the US Army as a Military Policeman and the rest of his days as a carpenter by trade. He loved to work with his hands and spent his time piddling in his shop and working & playing outdoors. He was a proud member of the Masonic Lodge #253 of Bokchito, OK for over 50 years. Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend and wanted nothing more than to spend time with his family. He was a good friend to all, but to Donna and Alicia he was their hero. We are saddened by his loss, but we are so grateful for the time we had with him and so happy he is with our mother again. Don is survived by two daughters, Donna Rice and Alicia Mize; one grandson, Garrett Mize and wife Logan; and one great-grandson, his pride and joy, Levi Don Mize, all of Denton, TX. Don had a great many nieces, nephews, family, and friends who he loved dearly and who loved him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Kathy; parents, William and Gladys; one son-in-law, Neal Rice; four brothers, Cleburn, Wilburn, James C. “Buddy”, and Billy Joe Mize; and four sisters, Roma Lee Barpar, Imogene Raney, Lonita Brackett, and Anna John “Johnnie” Dyer; and father & mother in-law, Rubin and Mozelle Wells. Donna and Alicia would like to say a special thank you to James C. Brackett and Carla Dancer for always being there to support them and Dad. Thank you to their families for their constant love and understanding. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 28, 2023, at Jackson Cemetery in Bennington OK with Roger Spears officiating. The family is invited to gather at the home of Darvis & Carla Dancer prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, Donna and Alicia request donations be made to: Jackson Cemetery Fund, c/o Carla Dancer, 250 Shady Grove Road, Bennington, Ok 74723. Arrangements are under the direction of Terri Slay and Slay Memorial Funeral Center.

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Don Paul Mize

July 16, 1940 - April 20, 2023