March 8, 1940 - August 17, 2026
Lonnie Lee Partridge, was born on March 8, 1940, in Tulsa, to Alonzo and Dorothy Lee Gaines Partridge. He fell asleep in death at the age of 86, at his home in Depew, Aug.17, 2026.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary, and their two children. Janice Hudgins and Michael Partridge and wife, Honey Hickman. Two grandchildren, Jennifer Lee and Chad Alan Hudgins, as well as son-in-law Alan Hudgins. Two sisters, Billy Marie Kilgore, Deborah Patterson, three brothers, Charlie Decatur, Danny and Robert Dawson. His brother-in-law Richard Ward and wife Laura, two sisters- in-law, Becky Hoskins and husband Jerry, Lynn Batson and husband David. Numerous nieces and nephews who were very fond of their uncle 'Butch' He was proceeded in death by Alonzo Partridge and his mother Dorothy, step-mother Evon, biological father Paul Dawson and brothers, Jimmy and Gary Partridge.
At age 17 Lonnie joined the army. Most of his military career was spent doing something that he thoroughly loved, playing football on a Fort Bragg team. Not long after being discharged, on June 30, 1961 he married Mary Ward. Lonnie was a hardworking, self-taught man who took pride and learning how to do things well.
Although he had little formal education, he never allowed that to limit what he could accomplish. He made up for it through hard work, determination, practical intelligence, and a willingness to learn.
Through years of experience, he became a heavy equipment, operator, respected for his knowledge, skills, and ability to get the job done.
There were few people that could outwork him. He was one of those men who just wouldn't quit until the job was done and done right. When he wasn't working, you'd find him outdoors. Lonnie played just as hard as he worked. He loved horses and the ranching lifestyle. He was an avid roper in his day and if you needed help catching an old wild cow or bull, he'd be there, horse saddled, and ready to go.
In his later years, he surprised everyone when he decided to take up golf. He loved to play even up until he became sick a few months ago. He will be missed by his friends at the Stroud golf course.
A deeply meaningful change came in his life when he learned about his God, Jehovah. His faith became an important part of who he was, and he worked hard to put his beliefs into Practice. He wanted to be a good husband, father, grandfather, family, member, friend and neighbor, striving to set a good example of Christian living. His faith was not simply somethinghe believed it was something he worked to live by every day. He continue to grow as a Christian and hoped that his example would positively influence his family and those around him.
He will be deeply missed by his entire family, Friends, and his spiritual family, the Bristow congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.