Larry Leon Kinnamon

Lifelong Shawnee resident, Larry “Shorty” Kinnamon, 82, passed away on October 6, 2024, surrounded by family members in his final days. He was born to W.R. and Lucille (Beasley) Kinnamon on July 12, 1942. He attended Shawnee Public Schools and was the recipient of three Golden Track Shoe awards. He graduated from SHS in 1960. Shorty was a member of the Cherokee Nation who served his country in the National Guard. He retired from Thomas Concrete in OKC in 1990. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spoiling his dogs. A favorite memory was the time he fished the legendary “Old Grandaddy” catfish from the pond on Mrs. Welk’s farm in Bethel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, both siblings: Buddy Kinnamon and Norma Ruth See, and two daughters: Sherri Kaye and Alicia Dawn. Left to cherish his memory is the love of his life of 40 years, Ruth Franklin of the home. Their union created a large, blended family. He is also survived by four children: Larry Kinnamon Jr., Jennifer (Gene), Michelle, and Angela and three stepsons: Chuck (Steve), Rory, and Kirk (Melissa) West, several grandchildren: including Scott, Bryar, Braxtyn and Brooklyn West and great-grandchildren: including Hannah, Bryson and Ace West and several nephews and nieces. 

His cremains will be buried at Bethel Cemetery. A memorial service is being planned and details will be announced nearer the date. 

“Papa” will be deeply missed but forever remembered.