Rheinard George “Bud” Kahmar, Jr.
January 26, 1940 – January 25, 2021
Rheinard George “Bud” Kahmar, Jr. died peacefully on January 25, 2021, in Oklahoma City after a long and full life with his friends and family. Bud was born on January 26, 1940 to Rheinard and Lorraine Kahmar, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
Bud never met a stranger and had an undeniable gift for gab. He loved fishing, collecting stamps, and playing dominos, but most of all spending time with his family. Bud was a member of the Siloam Masonic Lodge. One of his greatest joys was being a Shriner and participating in the varies Shrine clubs, parades and circus events – all to help raise money for Shriners Hospitals for Children. Bud was a member of the Guthrie Scottish Rite, the Oriental Band and Dune Buggy units. Bud’s family loves and will forever miss him.
Bud was preceded in death by both of his parents and step-father Harry Neville “Bud” Flanagan. His brothers David Kahmar, Richard ‘Ricky’ Kahmar, Paul Corey and sister Francis Pittman. Also going before him was his first wife Charlene Blakemore, second wife Priscilla Kahmar, daughter Nancy Kahmar, granddaughter Kara Rudolph, son-in-law Raymond Morales Jr., step-daughter Roberta Russell and step-sons Randy Leathers and Gaylen Leathers.
Bud’s life will be celebrated by the family who survive him: wife, Patricia Kahmar and daughters, Deborah Kahmar, Edith Morales, Janet Rudolph and future son-in-law Nate Johnston, Malissa and Ronnie Beck, step-son Jim and Kelly Leathers and step-daughter Amber and Seaborn Bogert. His brother Charles and Karen Corey, sister Linda and Mac McDonald and nephew Richard and Teresa Warner. Bud had a large family and many nieces and nephews. Grandpa Bud’s (a.k.a. Papa) grandchildren include, Victoria and Jerry Albertson, Christina and Cara Shaw, Bianca and Zach Newelle, Kristy and Raymond Morales III, Tiffany Morales, Eddie Rudolph, Jr., Sean Rudolph, Ryne Beck and Justice Beck. Great-grandchildren include, Vanessa Alberston, Sasha Tucker, Cora Hawkins, Joshua Hawkins, Jasmine Morales, Elleana Morales, Khloe Morales, Issac Morales, Ashtyn Newell, Eli Shaw, Emma Shaw and Blake Newell. This list cannot possibly include all those that were dear to Bud for he was blessed with many special people in his life, as we were blessed to have him in ours.
Rest in peace Daddy. We love you.
Viewing with be Thursday January 28, 2021 from 1:00 until 8:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held Friday January 29, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Rose Hill Burial Park in Oklahoma City.
Bud – you will forever be that “cool guy at the parade in the hat”! My memories are of you making jokes to make us all laugh – they are special and cherished. I’ll be sure to watch over your daughter Malissa and Family and will see you soon! Hugs and prayers to all.
Love you bud. I will miss you but I’m so happy your up there with family.
Sending my thoughts and prayers. You will be missed Uncle Bud
Uncle Bud you were like a second father to me, especially after my father (your brother David) passed away, you always had kind words of wisdom and a strong leading mentality which you passed on to me during the many conversations we had over the years, hearing that you had passed was both a shock but also a relief aa I know you are in a better place without pain and stress. I now know that you look down on all of us with a smile on your face and love and pride in your heart. Rest peacefully you are loved, respected, and treasured as a glowing example of how great someone can aspire to be